Term 3, Week 2

Principal - Cassandra Clarke

Welcome back to school after our Winter break.

This term we will be celebrating our school’s 150^th birthday on Saturday 30^th August from 11:00am to 5:00pm. What an achievement! A big thank you to our amazing P&C for working tirelessly to organise such a celebration. This will be an event to remember, and we can’t wait!

This term we have new staff member. I would like to welcome Mr Ian Kotze, who will be our new Technology teacher. We look forward to having Mr Kotze on staff.

Have a great fortnight!

Mrs Clarke

Deputy Principal - Nikolas Taufatofua

Dear Parents and Carers,

Welcome to Term 3! I hope all families enjoyed a restful break and are ready for an exciting and productive term ahead.

We’ve already hit the ground running with a number of incredible opportunities for our students to shine and represent our school.

Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the outstanding efforts of our students who performed at Creative Generations last week. I was privileged to attend and was absolutely astounded by the talent, confidence, and energy our students brought to the stage. Their dedication throughout the performance was a credit to both themselves and our school community. Thank you to Ms Clarke for all her support in preparing students.

This week, our Year 6 students have embarked on an unforgettable adventure to Canberra for their camp. Highlights of the trip include visiting many significant national landmarks including the opportunity to meet the Governor-General! We look forward to welcoming them back safely on Saturday and hearing all about their experiences.

For our Year 6 students who remained at school, the team created a rich and engaging week of learning and fun. One of the highlights was meeting the Tongan Deputy High Commissioner, who shared stories about the Pacific, her work in the region and her journey to become a diplomat. We were taught a few dances by our own Mrs Skinner. Thank you to our Year 6 Team who have ensured all students were able to participate in camp this year.

A big thank you also goes to our students who proudly represented us at the District Athletics on Thursday and Friday. We are always so proud to see our students giving their best, showing sportsmanship and supporting one another on and off the field.

Thank you to Miss Wiley for making these opportunities possible and to our families for your continued support. Let’s continue working together to make Term 3 a fantastic one for all.

Head Of Curriculum - Maureen Kelly

The Arts Dance and Drama Curriculum Delivery

To enhance our delivery of the Australian Curriculum, The Arts – Dance and Drama, we engage specialist dance and drama instructors from Grin and Tonic Troupe for dance/drama lessons for a block of four lessons in Term 3.

Class teachers are responsible for teaching, assessing and reporting on The Arts curriculum in second semester as part of our set curriculum. The specialist dance and drama instructors assist with the delivery of the focus learning.

For more information about The Arts curriculum for your child’s year level see: https://v9.australiancurriculum.edu.au/help/parent-information/what-students-learn-during-the-first-11-years-of-school

Drama lessons will be provided for Year 3 and Year 5 classes, including 5/6K.

Dance lessons will be provided for Year 1, Year 4 and Year 6.

Prep and Year 2 students are also engaging in learning in The Arts area and the design of their learning is supported by the class teachers rather than the specialist instructor.

The cost of $23.00 per student is invoiced to parents. The lessons are scheduled for a block of four weeks in Term 3. We are delighted to be welcoming Kellie and Jacinta from Grin and Tonic to develop our students’ knowledge and abilities in how we express ourselves through drama or dance to build our staff capacity in this area of the curriculum.

If you would like more information, please feel free to contact the class teacher or Maureen Kelly, Head of Department, Curriculum, mkell83@eq.edu.au.

Head of Inclusive Learning - Melissa Duck

Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD)

 Each year, all schools across Australia take part in a process called the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). This helps us better understand how we are supporting students with disability and how we can continue to improve.

As part of the NCCD, schools collect information that they already have about the types of support and adjustments provided to students with disability. This includes things like how we adapt teaching, provide extra help, or use special tools and resources.

The information we provide to the Australian Government includes:

• The student’s year level
• The type of disability (for example: physical, cognitive, sensory, or social/emotional)
• The level of support the student receives (ranging from small adjustments in everyday teaching, to more personalised or intensive support)

How this data helps our school:

• It formally recognises the great work teachers and support staff are already doing to help students with disability
• It helps us reflect on and improve the ways we support students, making sure no one misses out
• It allows us to share good ideas and successful approaches across the school so we can continue to improve learning outcomes for every student

This process is about understanding student’s needs and making sure they receive the right support to thrive. If you have any questions about the NCCD please feel free to reach out to your child’s classroom teacher.

Mrs Duck

Head of Inclusive Learning

Olympic Milestone Event

On Wednesday, Ms Culverhouse and myself escorted 26 of our year 6 students to the RNA Showgrounds, alongside six other schools as a part of the Australian Olympic Committee’s ‘Have a Go’ Olympic Challenge Program, designed to celebrate the Olympic spirit and give students a hands-on experience with a range of Olympic and Paralympic sports. It was very exciting to meet many Olympic sportspeople, see their medals, participate in some sporting events and have our photo taken. Some of our students were selected for special interviews and photos that will promote the Olympics in the future – very exciting for them!

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NAPLAN

This week, Year 3 and 5 students brought home their NAPLAN individual student reports. These reports show how each student performed in areas like reading, writing, numeracy, and language conventions, measured against national proficiency standards. These standards reflect a challenging but fair level of learning expected at the time of testing. The results help teachers and parents identify where students may need extra support, while recognising that NAPLAN is just one of many tools schools use to understand student progress.

The NAPLAN proficiency standards include 4 proficiency levels for each assessment area at each year level: 

As a school we are always proud of the efforts that our students put in with the NAPLAN assessments. If you have any questions about your child’s report, please contact your class teacher.

School Opinion Survey

The School Opinion Survey is a valuable opportunity for parents, students, and school staff to share their thoughts on what our schools are doing well and where there’s room for improvement. There are four confidential surveys—one each for parents/caregivers, students, students in special schools, and school staff. Every family with a child from Kindy to Year 12 will be invited to take part, and students in Years 5, 6, 8, and 11 may also be invited to share their views. The survey asks for opinions about the school environment, student learning, and wellbeing. Staff are also surveyed about their workplace and teaching experiences. All feedback is confidential and helps shape the future of our schools.

Thank you in advance for completing the parent school opinion survey.

School Photos

School photos are scheduled for Friday 8th August and Wednesday 28th August. Families will be notified soon about which day their child’s class photos will be taken.

Sibling photos will also be available this year. Photo envelopes have already been sent home with students. If you would like to purchase class, individual, or sibling photos, please complete the online order using the details provided on the envelope.

Our school photos will be taken by Advanced Photography, a company that knows our school well and has been working with BCSS for several years.

On photo days, we kindly ask that all students wear their full school uniform. Year 6 students are welcome to wear their Senior shirts.

Thank you for helping us ensure everyone is ready for this special day!

NAIDOC Recognition

 In 2025, NAIDOC Week will mark a significant milestone, celebrating 50 years of honoring Indigenous voices and culture.

In week 3 we welcome Rhan Hooper back to our school Rhan is an indigenous educator who will be teaching our students of the traditional ways of the indigenous  culture. The cost to attend Rhan’s session is $5.00 per student, with the school contributing to the remainder of this event. This will be a special time in the school calendar to continue to learn and understanding the indigenous culture.

CREATIVE GENERATION (CGEN)

Last week, a talented group of Brisbane Central students proudly represented our school in rehearsals and performances for Creative Generation - State Schools on Stage.

After many months of dedication and practice, they were ready to shine in the Mass Choir performances on Friday and Saturday. We are incredibly proud of each of them and enjoyed cheering them on during Show Week.

A massive thank you to the wonderful administration team, teachers and parents from Brisbane Central who supported the students’ involvement in this amazing production. We acknowledge the many hours that go in to making these opportunities possible and recognise that CGEN 2025 would not have been possible without their support.

The CGEN 2025 broadcast will be later this year on Channel 9. The key dates for CGEN 2026 are confirmed. CGEN Show Week will be in Week 1, Term 3 (15-18 July), show dates will be Thursday 16, Friday 17 and Saturday 18 July 2026.

Prep’s 100th Day of School

What an exciting milestone we’ve just reached! Our youngest learners have officially completed 100 days of school, and we celebrated in style! The day was filled with laughter, creativity, and of course, a lot of learning.

The children came to school looking fantastic, with many dressed up in creative costumes to mark this special occasion. It was a joy to see so many unique and imaginative outfits, with some students dressing as "100-year-old" versions of themselves.

Throughout the day, the students participated in a variety of activities that explored the concept of 100 through hands-on games, and even created their very own crowns to wear proudly for the celebration. We also took some time to make fairy bread with ‘100s and 1000s’—a classic treat that added a sprinkle of fun to our day.

Of course, no celebration would be complete without something sweet! Ms Chan brought us a delicious '100 cake' and we enjoyed Miss Nicola’s famous homemade cookies, which were the perfect end to our joyful day of learning.

The 100th Day of School marks an important milestone in our Prep year, and it was wonderful to see how much growth our students have made in just 100 days. We can’t wait for the adventures that the next 100 days will bring! Thank you to all the parents for your continued support. We are looking forward to more fun and learning in the weeks ahead.

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Free Dress Day

Book Parade

BOOK CLUB ISSUE 5

Is now in your child’s hands

Visit scholastic.com.au/LOOP or download the LOOP app.

Please order and pay by credit card and your order will be electronically linked to the rest of your school’s order.

Scholastic bulk delivers the books to school after the book club issue closing date.

Books will be delivered to your child/ren by their class teacher.

Student Exemptions

If your child needs to be away from school for 10 or more school days in a row—due to illness, travel, or another valid reason—you can apply for an exemption from school attendance. This helps make sure you're not breaking any rules and that the school understands and supports your family’s situation. The process is simple: just talk to your school, fill out a form, and include any documents that explain why your child can’t attend (like a medical certificate or return plane travel tickets). Once approved, the exemption gives you peace of mind knowing your child’s absence is officially recognised. It’s all about working together to do what’s best for your child.

SICKNESS

Currently, there is a lot of sickness in our community. Keeping your child healthy at school is important for their learning and wellbeing. Make sure they get plenty of sleep, eat a balanced breakfast, and bring healthy snacks and lunch each day. Teach them good hygiene habits like regular handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, and not sharing food or drink.

If your child is feeling unwell—especially with a fever, cough, or runny nose—it’s best to keep them home to rest and recover, and to help stop the spread of illness to others.  A healthy student is a happy, focused learner!

Chess club

Mustachery on Brunswick

TINY TOTS