28 April 2017

Newsletter Articles

Principal’s Report

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Welcome back to Term 2, I hope that all of our families enjoyed a wonderful Easter vacation with their loved ones. It’s been exciting to return to Coomera Springs after stepping out for the past 8 months to welcome our little girl into our family, and to just enjoy the time being a mum. It’s an experience like no other, and I feel incredibly fortunate for the chance we were given in this. I would like to thank the community in supporting my very quick exit out of the school, and for making me feel incredibly supported.

I would really like to publicly thank the wonderful team who not only held everything together at our great school. But continued to improve our school in all that happens here. A very special thanks to Mr Taylor Haley for taking on the challenge of principal, and being so outstanding in this. It’s testament to not only his ability and professionalism, but to the greatness of this school.

It’s been lovely to return though and see all of the familiar faces, and meet the many new ones.

ANZAC Ceremony

On Monday 24th April, our school observed ANZAC Day with our school ceremony. Our students were simply outstanding in this assembly with exemplary behaviour, and the understanding of the importance of what was being recognised.

I would like to thank Mrs Gabby Raffin for her organisation of this ceremony. It was very professional and very special.

Thank you to all of the students who were able to represent Coomera Springs State School at the Oxenford march on ANZAC Day. You have also represented our school with honour and pride.

School Uniform

As I was sitting on the stage during our ANZAC ceremony I was able to get a collective view of all of our students looking resplendent in their uniform. I know in past newsletters I have spoken about the importance of getting this right and the reasons why. I still stand firmly in my beliefs that demonstrating pride in one’s self is as equally important as showing pride in our school through how we wear our uniform.

This extends all the way through to hairstyles, appropriate shoes etc. I appreciate there are days that it can be a battle at home getting everyone organised and wanting to get dressed for school. But I also promise that those battles are ultimately sending a strong and positive message about respect and culture to our students. So I thank our parents for your continued support in this area.

I did notice some track style haircuts popping through. Just a reminder that these hairstyles are fine for school holidays, but once school resumes, they need to be grown out.

Term 2 Happenings

Every school term is busy and brings with it some specific activities. Term 2 is no different, so please keep an eye on the calendar and read the newsletters to know what is happening and when it is happening.

At this moment we are in the throes of parent teacher interviews. Emails were sent home previously to book these online with your child’s teacher. I encourage all of you to take the time to find out exactly how your child is progressing with their learning. Your role as a partner in learning is critical to the overall success of our students. The reality is that there are only so many hours in a day and week that we get to spend with our students. You as a parent have a greater impact on ensuring that all learning is progressed in a positive manner. So if you have not made a time yet to meet with the teacher, I strongly encourage you to do so.

Later this term our first round of report cards will also be emailed home. At this stage what I need you to do is to make sure that the office has your correct email address, as this is how you will receive your child’s report card.

Parking in the Bus Lane

We still have a lot of parents illegally parking in the bus lane of our main school carpark. This is causing issues for our bus when it arrives to pick up our students. The driver cannot get through, and cannot secure a safe park. Just to remind you all that it is illegal to park in this space and yes, you are endangering the lives of our students. Please be mindful of this and the example that is being set to our students.

Kind Regards
Martine Gill

News from our Deputies

Welcome Back, I trust everyone had an enjoyable and restful Easter break. After a very busy term it was great to spend some quality time with my young family before embarking on another exciting term.

I turn my focus to looking after our Year 2's and Year 3's now that Martine has returned for leave.

Important information for students with EpiPens

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has advised that four batches of EpiPen ® 300 microgram adrenaline injection syringe auto-injectors are being recalled.

If your child’s EpiPen ® is from batch 5FA665, 5FA6651, 5FA6652 or 5FA6653 (all of which expire in April 2017), return it to your pharmacy for a free replacement or refund.

It has been identified that EpiPens ® from the four affected batches may contain a defective part that could result in the auto-injector failing to activate or needing to be applied with more force than normal to activate.

It is important to keep the current auto-injector until you get the replacement, and use it if required (being mindful that you may need to apply more force than normal to activate it).

For further information see the TGA Recall Alert:

If you have further questions or concerns, talk to your health professional.

Taylor Haley

News from our Hoses

Welcome to Term 2!

April is Autism Awareness month. Autism Spectrum Disorder, commonly known as ASD, is a complex, lifelong developmental disability that affects a person’s ability to communicate, interact with others and cope in everyday situations. Structured early intervention, therapy and education delivered by professionals with expertise in ASD can make a significant difference.

ASD will affect each person differently. Some will require lifelong support and services while other will be able to achieve academically and socially. Parents, families and carers can best support a person with ASD’s development by encouraging their strengths, skills and interests, which will help them to learn, communicate and socialise just like their friends and other people around them.

Autism Queensland provide services and support to people with autism and their families.

News from our IT Department

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News from our PE Department

In the last week of school last term 26th – 28th March, Neve VD competed in the 10-12years State Swimming Championships at the Sleeman Aquatic Centre in Brisbane. She swam in 3 individual events which was the 50, 100 and 200m breaststroke.

She made the finals for all 3 events and her final results were:

50m Breaststroke – Placed 8th
100m Breaststroke – Placed 9th
200m Breaststroke – Place 5th

We congratulate Neve for her efforts as she swam her personal best in all three events.

Commonwealth Games GC2018

I’m excited to inform you that ticket requests for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) have officially opened. Spectators can submit their ticket requests online:

In order to make it fair for everyone, GC2018 tickets will initially be available via a Ticket Request phase over a four-week period from April 24 to May 22. This process is standard practice at every Commonwealth Games and major global sporting events such as the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup and Wimbledon.

For any sessions where there are more requests than there are tickets available, ticket requests will be awarded a fair and equal draw. The fair and equal draw is made by computer and processed randomly.

Coomera Springs State School NAB AFL Auskick Centre

Sign on & 1st Session: Monday 15th May
Time: 3:15pm – 4:15pm
Venue: Coomera Springs State School oval
Address: Old Coach Road, Upper Coomera
Cost: $75
For more information contact: Tyson on 5594 5722 or at Tyson.Kulari@afl.com.au

Auskick is for Boys and Girls!
Participants receive benefits which include: football, lunch bag, and more!

1. Register online & pay online

2. Please print your receipt and bring to the first session

Boxball Australia at Coomera Springs SS for Term 2

Start Date: Tuesday 2nd May
End Date: Tuesday 23rd May
Time: 3:10pm – 4:10pm
Venue: School Handball Courts next to Oval
Come and get your Game On!!!!!!

News from our Music Department

Instrumental Music News

Welcome back to Term 2! It was wonderful to see the majority of students at their lessons and ensemble/band rehearsals last week. Mrs Favaloro and Mrs Russell have asked me to pass on their congratulations on a greatly improved ensemble setup in Strings and Junior Band – they are very pleased with how well the students are working. This sets a good standard for the rest of the term. Last week students in the Senior Band had their first rehearsal for the year, and they are also off to a great start. Keep practicing at home and asking your Instrumental teacher if you are having any difficulties, and the new ensemble pieces will soon become easy and very enjoyable to perform.

Important message:

Can I please ask everyone to check each week that they have taken home their own instrument (and not someone else’s)? We have put name tags on each instrument (as so many look identical), so students and parents will just need to check the name - preferably before taking it home! If an incorrect instrument does make it home please return it to the school ASAP the next day, as students and parents do get worried if they cannot find their instrument. Don’t wait until your next lesson day to sort out this mistake!

Junior Choir

Congratulations to the Junior Choir on a super performance at the Easter Hat Parade last week – we loved seeing and hearing you perform! The Junior Choir will be learning new songs this week, so if your child in Prep – Year 2 is not in Choir yet (but wants to join) please send them along to the MUSIC ROOM on THURSDAY at FIRST PLAYTIME.

School Musical – KIDS AT SEA!

The Musical Cast was announced on assembly in the last week of Term 1 – congratulations to all students who have been selected! Rehearsals have now commenced, and these will be held during play breaks in Term 2. A weekly rehearsal schedule will be emailed to parents and teachers, so students can plan ahead for each upcoming week. Students in the musical have also received a very important contract from Mrs Gill (on red paper) which is to be signed by Parents and Students, and must be returned to Mrs Murray by the end of next week (Friday 5th May).

I was very impressed with the efforts of the Musical Cast in singing the song for our school’s Anzac Ceremony on Monday – you did an amazing job, and I am very proud of all of you!

Music Shirts

Our performing ensembles look amazing in their Music Shirts. If your child is in Band, Strings or Choir now is the time to order your Music Shirt for 2017 – available from the uniform shop for $28. Music Shirts can be worn to school on Fridays in 2017.

Prep parents please be advised that the Music Shirts are only available from Size 6 upwards (it is not possible to make the shirt in a smaller size as the process would alter our design). Prep students in the Junior Choir should purchase a Size 6 shirt and wear it tucked into their formal bottom half.

Alison Murray
Music Coordinator

News from our Librarian

Dear Parents and Carers,

Issue 3 of Book Club has now been handed out to all the classes and your child will have received their copy.

If you would like to place an order for anything, Please place your orders online, following the directions on the back of the order form.

Please note – do not send money, no cash is accepted for ordering, all orders to be done online.

Please have your order placed by Wednesday 3rd of May.

If you have any problems please see me in the Library.

Happy Reading,
Sue Marriott

News from our P&C President

Raffle Fundraiser is in full swing!

Our Major raffle fundrasier is underway with a fabulous holiday up for grabs for 2 adults and 2 children with a $2000 airfares voucher with Virgin Blue, TOTAL PRIZE VALUE $4590.00, 2nd prize is a 55inch UltraHD smart TV with soundbar and PS4 – a great prize for the whole family! Plus other amazing prizes VALUED AT $2000.00, 3rd prize : Studio Star Photography VALUED AT $845.00, 4th Prize is a gift basket donated By Amcal Chempro Coomera VALUED AT $500.00.

The raffle will be drawn on Friday the 5th May at 8PM at our ladies night in event.

Tickets are $10 early bird price to attend the Ladies night. There are some amazing stalls for shopping and demonstrations as well as bubbly on arrival.

We have a lucky door prize of family yearly passes (2adults and 2 children) to Movieworld, Seaworld and Wet and Wild up for grabs

Frankies Tuckerbox

Our new winter menu will begin on Monday and the new menu has already gone out!

Homemade chicken noodle soup with a crusty bread roll, potato bake and apple turnovers with custard are just a few of the new treats on offer. Don’t forget Thursdays and Fridays are Flexischool orders only.

Mother’s Day Stall

Is happening on Wednesday and Thursday next week! Gifts available from $1 all proceeds go towards our major fundraising goal of air conditioning for our school!

Good bye for now

Our AGM and next P&C meeting is being held on Wednesday 10th May 2017 at 6pm in the Resource Room next to the Library. At the AGM all current P&C executive positions (President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary) will be vacated and voted in for another term. If you are interested in joining our executive or want some more information on what the roles entail please don’t hesitate to contact me on coomeraspringspresident@gmail.com or alternatively by looking on the P&C’s QLD website:

Sharon Sharp
P&C President

Community Notices

Gold Coast Health Oral Health (Dental) Services

****Please note: The dental van is no longer at CSSS, you will need to phone the Oral Health Client Service Centre # 1300 300 850 to make a time to receive a free dental check-up & any follow up treatment required.

To arrange an appointment for your child telephone:

The Oral Health Client Service Centre

Number: 1300 300 850 Monday – Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm (Excluding Public Holidays)

Child Dental Benefit Schedule Vouchers are accepted. When your child’s $1000 cap is reached, there will be no out-of-pocket expenses provided your child meets *eligibility criteria.
* Eligibility – All Queensland resident children aged four years or older who have not completed year 10 of secondary school.

Further information on public funded oral health services can be accessed via the URL below:

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