Junior School Carbrook
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal, Junior School
Zoe O'Donnell
Head of Junior School, Carbrook
Grandparents' Day
Friday 6 March
Grandparents Day is a much‑loved occasion for both our students and their families.
Please use the link below to book grandparents in for this event.
Scholastic Book Fair 2026
Tuesday 3, Thursday 5 & Friday 6 March
This year's Scholastic Book Fair will be open for business on Tuesday 3, Thursday 5 and Friday 6 March 2026.
This much‑loved fair is always a highlight, and Mrs Cosgriff is seeking volunteers from our community to help run the stall.
Please see further information and how you can help in this link: HERE
Stg 2&3 Leadership
Applications due 13 March
Term 1 applications for College Leader positions are open to all Stage 2 and Stage 3 students, offering a valuable opportunity to step into a leadership role within our College. These positions recognise students who consistently demonstrate responsibility, initiative and a commitment to serving our school community. We encourage interested students to reflect on how they have contributed positively to College life and how they can continue to lead with integrity and purpose.
Our Term 1 College Leader Assembly will be held on Thursday 26 March. Information about Term 2—the final round of applications—will be available early next term.
Please refer to the link for details on how to apply. Stg 2&3 Leadership 2026
(Printed Copies will be available from the office)
Catch-Up Photo Day
Tuesday 3 March
Details for the Catch-up Photo day:
Venue: Green Room (small room located at the CCC)
Time: 8:00am - 9:30am
Uniform Requirements: Full Formal Uniform
We encourage all students requiring their photos to be taken to arrive as close to 8am as possible. Students wishing to have sibling photos taken are reminded to bring their completed order forms, which are available from Reception.
Bush Dance
Friday 20 March
The College’s annual Bush Dance will be held in the Cunningham Pavilion on Friday 20 March 2026 with a scheduled start time of 6pm with dancing starting from 6:30pm and the event is scheduled to end at 8:30pm. This event serves as a fundraiser supporting Farm Angels and the Chinchilla community as our Year 9 students prepare for their annual service trip. We invite families to join us for an enjoyable evening of dancing and community fellowship, all in support of a meaningful cause.
Bookings are open now: https://www.trybooking.com/DIHMK
Co-curricular Clubs
Commencing in Week 3
Semester 1 Co-curricular Clubs
Please help your child view and select a club they would like to be part of this term.
Link: Clubs Semester 1
Link: Dance Program - Ballet
Book Club
Issue 2
Issue 2 of Scholastic Book Club 2026 is out now. Ordering will close Friday, 13 March. Orders are to be placed using the LOOP App or online through Scholastic Book Club LOOP - www.scholastic.com.au/LOOP . No cash payments can be accepted for Book Club orders, online ordering only.
Link to digital catalogue - https://scholastic.com.au/media/14575/bc_2-26_issuu.pdf
We thank you for your continued support of Book Club! Every order placed receives reward points that our College can redeem to order new books and resources for our students.
Any questions please don't hesitate to contact our Learning Resource Assistant, Sarah Cosgriff via email - sarah.cosgriff@calvarycc.qld.edu.au
What's On Flyer
Term 1
Cafe Specials
Week 6
Term 1 - Week 5
Week 6
Tuesday 3 March: Photo catch up day, Book Fair
Thursday 5 March: Book Fair, Chapel
Friday 6 March: Grandparents’ Day
Saturday 7 March: ACER Scholarship Exams
Coming Up ...
South Coast Regional Swimming Trials, NAPLAN testing, Yr6 Canberra Zoom Meeting, Assembly, Stg2&3 Leadership Applications Due
Head of School Community & Wellbeing, Carbrook Junior School - Zoe O'Donnell
Dear Parents and Carers,
Last Thursday, we were privileged to welcome Dr Judith Locke for our parent sessions. Her message was both affirming and practical, reminding us that raising capable, resilient young people requires a balance of warmth and high expectations. Judith spoke about the importance of allowing children to experience appropriate challenge, take responsibility for their choices, and develop independence over time. Her insights prompted rich reflection and reinforced the power of partnership between home and school in supporting student growth. Keep an eye on the Principal’s communication for further insights into our commitment to partner with you in growing our young people.
We also enjoyed a wonderful evening together at our student disco. It was fantastic to see such joy, energy and positive behaviour on display. Events like these remind us of the strong sense of belonging within our community.
A reminder that College Leader applications are now open for Stage 2 and Stage 3 students. We encourage those who have demonstrated service to the College to consider applying.
Please refer to the link for details on how to apply. Stg 2&3 Leadership 2026
(Printed Copies are available from the office)
NAPLAN
External NAPLAN testing commences for our Years 3 & 5 students during Week 7, Wednesday 11 March 2026.
Please see the timetable and further information in the link provided: NAPLAN 2026
Blog: Stronger Together: The Year 11 Emu Gully Journey
Our Year 11 Emu Gully camp stretches students in every way, and the impact goes far beyond a few tired legs. Read our latest blog featuring reflections from College Captain Zoe Vidins and Head of Stage 6 Mr Paul Heagney, sharing insights from both student and staff perspectives.
Childcare Parking Bays
A friendly reminder that the parking spaces near the bus bay and directly outside Kingdom Kids Early Learning Centre are reserved for Kingdom Kids families only.
Government regulations require us to allocate designated parking for our Early Learning Centre and OSHC. Even with these reserved spaces, we are often at capacity during peak drop-off and pick-up times.
Parents dropping off both Kingdom Kids and school students are asked to use the Kingdom Kids parking area for kindy drop-off only, and then use the western carpark for school drop-off.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Update from Acting Head of Performing Arts, Kerryn Vezos
STRINGS UPDATE
This week we welcome Miss Capriotti – our new Strings Teacher, into her official teaching days.
Carbrook Strings are Monday and Thursday.
Beginner Strings are all on Mondays (Yr 3 and all other beginner lessons).
Junior and Senior Strings Lessons (learning more than one year) are Thursdays, with String Ensemble from 7:45am. Please note – if you have been learning for more than a year, in our Group Lesson program, you are required to attend String Ensemble on Thursday morning. We are working on a Pirates of the Caribbean piece and also have two other pieces to work on!
If you are unsure what time your child’s lesson is, please email Kerryn.vezos@calvarycc.qld.edu.au
Group String and Band Lessons 2026
If your child is in Year 5-10 and is interested in learning an instrument for the first time please use the links below to sign them up for 2026.
Private Lessons 2026
If your child is interested in learning an instrument or continuing lessons in 2026, please use the link below to sign them up. This is only for Private 1 on 1 lessons.
For all general information:
Website: CAPA Website
Overview: 2026 CAPA Handbook
Email: performingartsacademy@calvarycc.qld.edu.au
Movement and Music Program - RLCC
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal, Junior School
Zoe O'Donnell
Head of Junior School, Carbrook