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Dear mums, dads, carers and colleagues
The events of the past few weeks have highlighted to me the very fluid and evolving nature of the COVID-19 pandemic and how quickly the situation can change. The message from the Chief Health Officer remains clear to Queenslanders - following the health advice and adhering to any restrictions is key to reducing transmission.
I would like to acknowledge the work, behaviours and commitment of three groups at our school as we deal with the challenges of change and doing our part to keep everyone well.
The outstanding efforts that our families and community are going to in order to help us manage the day to day organisation of the school, deserves recognition. Parenting is never an easy job and these restrictions make it all the more difficult. Your flexibility and commitment to ensuring our school can operate as smoothly as possible is very much appreciated. Thank you sincerely.
Second, I recognise how challenging it is to teach and instruct all day long while wearing a face mask. Staff are required to keep their mask on from the moment they step out of the vehicle in the morning, until the moment they get back in it that afternoon. Their focus on complying with the government's directive is both responsible and admirable. Well done.
I am also very appreciative of our wonderful assistant teachers, our School Chaplain and our Inclusion staff. Their relationships with students and families is truly beautiful to see, as they greet anxious parents and students at the front gate, reassure them they are safe and boost their confidence as they walk them to class. They really are some of our unsung heroes.
COVID restrictions at school explained
I have taken the pertinent sections of the COVID planning framework for you to peruse. The full document is available here. We are in Scenario 5 at the moment.
School start times
- School gates open at 8:00am. This is when we have staff onsite who are able to supervise your children. Parents dropping their children off before this time are doing this knowing there is no adult supervising their child. We've had some children still arriving at school at 7:30am (one hour before school starts) and we would encourage these families to consider before school care facilities.
- School starts at 8:30am. This is when we expect students to be in their classrooms ready to learn. While parents are unable to come on campus, we are deploying more staff to assist at the front gate at 8:00 - 8:30 to assist any children who may require support in walking to class.
School finish times
School finishes at:
- 2:30pm for most students or
- 2:00pm for early departure. Click here to register Even if you previously registered for last week, we need to register again for this coming week.
Other early departures cannot be managed during the day. Please note that we a new rule in place while parents cannot come onto the school campus.
If you need to collect your child early for an authorised purpose, it is vital that you contact the school office by 2:30pm the day before, so that the necessary arrangements can be made. Emergency situations will continue to be assisted but early collection will not be available to parents unless it is pre-arranged the day prior. We can help but we need families to communicate early so we can help organise our support.
Kind regards and keep well
Vic
The 2021 P&Cs Qld State Conference will be held at the Sofitel Brisbane Central on Saturday 11 September 2021.
For the first time, they have incorporated breakout sessions for parents. The sessions will offer you an opportunity to learn ways you can help your children through some of the challenges they may face.
Topics include:
- Social Media & Cyber Safety
- Parenting Kids and Adolescents
- Career Future Planning
Radio 4BC & TV Presenter Robin Bailey will also speak about work-life balance and overcoming obstacles.
Coomera Rivers would like to invite you to join us at the conference.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER your place at the sessions or contact P&Cs Qld for more information.
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We have been flat out this week, having all our wonderful OSHC children back!
Miss Abby has been working collaboratively with the children on a group art project, inspired by Vincent Van Gogh, a famous Artist from the 1800’s. This week's artwork is a replica of Van Gogh's Sunflower's painting.
The children have been using their creative thinking to create a wonderful masterpiece to be displayed in the OSHC foyer. Each child was given the opportunity to make their own flower to add to the project, after being shown some useful techniques by Miss Abby.
Miss Abby will be running a group art project each week, focussing on different techniques and skills.
This week's focus has been still life drawing, a technique that Van Gogh used often. We can’t wait to see the finished project and display it for everyone to see!
If you are at all interested in virtual, augmented or mixed realities, then you really need to visit the National Science Week at Coomera TAFE. And what's even better is that it is FREE.
The event is open to the general public on Saturday 21 August from 2:00pm - 5:00pm.
Click here for more information
Visit Flexischools to view our range of Father’s Day (and Grandfather’s Day) presents and to place your order.
To see images of the gifts available, please click on the 'view product list here' tab in Flexischools (Image below shows were to access this link from in Flexischools.)
Our stock is limited so get in quick to make sure you secure your awesome gifts.
Orders will be sent home within a week of being placed. Orders close on Friday 27 August at 4:00pm if not sold out prior.
This year, with every purchase made, families will receive a free raffle ticket in our Father’s Day Raffle.
Subway Lunch Packs are available to order for our Sport Fun Days next week.
- Monday 13 September - Senior Sport Fun Day (Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6)
- Wednesday 15 September - Junior School Sport Fun Day (Prep and Year 1)
- Thursday 16 September - Middle School Sport Fun Day (Year 2 and Year 3)
The $8 meal deal includes a Sub (with your choice of toppings), a cookie (choice of chocolate chip or double choc chip) and a choice of drink.
How to order
Orders are open now, via Flexischools and close on: (Strict deadlines)
- Thursday 9 September - Senior Sport Fun Day (Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6)
- Monday 13 September - Junior School Sport Fun Day (Prep and Year 1)
- Tuesday 14 September - Middle School Sport Fun Day (Year 2 and Year 3)
If you require any further information, please email the P&C.
Are you looking for that accessory to support your team at our upcoming Swimming Fun Days (Years 3 - 6)? Well, we have the answer!
We would like to offer our Prep students the chance to create their own little masterpiece as a souvenir of their first year at school.
While saved artwork on paper can tear and fade, children’s art that is turned into any one of the products listed on the below flyer can be enjoyed for many years. And they make a great Christmas gift!
The items on the below flyer are available to purchase now through School24.
Please find below the important dates in relation to this opportunity:
- Orders open: Now via School24
- Orders close: Friday 23 August at 4pm
- Templates completed in class: Wed 28 August - Tues 3 September
- Orders delivered: Friday 15 November
If you do require a deadline extension you MUST email the P&C prior to the deadline to request one.
2021 Year Book Sponsor.
Do you own or know of a local business that would be interested in advertising in our 2021 Year Book?
Year Book advertising opportunities are now available.
You can secure your business advertising in our 2021 Year Book for as little as $50!
Advertisers can choose (from the available class pages at the time of payment) which page or pages they would like their advertisement to appear on.
This sponsorship opportunity closes on Tuesday 5 October.
Advertising spots are limited so be quick to reserve your spot!
For more information, please email us at pandc@coomerariversss.eq.edu.au
