Sports Day

This year, the CBC Junior Campus Sports Day will take place on Friday 4 April, from 10.00am to 12:30pm (Reception to Year 2s) and until 1:30pm for Year 3s to Year 6s. As previously, it will be a Whole College Sports Day (R–12).

Parents and Grandparents are warmly welcome to attend from 10.00am onwards – the Junior Campus will be located on the TOP Oval.

Normal school drop-off is required for ALL boys on this day.

We will travel to and from the CBC Top Oval with the Classroom Teachers, leaving CBC at approximately 9.15am from the Junior Campus Courtyard and returning to CBC at approximately 1.30pm. Reception to Year 2 students may be collected at the end of their events (TUG OF WAR) at 12.30 pm, however, all are welcome to stay to watch the 3–12 Relays and presentation ceremony on the main oval.

If you are collecting your child, you need to ensure you see the classroom teacher prior to leaving to sign out your child. The remainder of the boys will be walked back to the Junior Campus with their teacher and be present in their classroom until dismissal at 2.00pm.

Year 3–6 Students MUST wait until after the Presentation Ceremony has concluded and can be collected on return to the Junior Campus. They MUST be signed out by their Class Teacher prior to leaving.

All boys are asked to bring a healthy recess, lunch and drink in a small backpack or carry bag clearly labelled with their name. We also request that all R–5 boys wear their sports uniform with their coloured House T-shirt, CBC wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen. Hairspray or coloured zinc cream is allowed; however, it MUST be applied at HOME.

Year 6 students have the option to dress up in their house colours as well.

There is a P&F BBQ that can be pre-ordered for students using the QKR! App. Please place your order by Monday 31 March at 10pm and you can find this in QKR (under P&F) at the bottom of the menu.

Week 8

What a vibrant and joyful Week 8 we had as we celebrated both St Patrick’s Day and Harmony Day!

Our school was awash with a sea of green and orange as students and staff enthusiastically embraced the spirit of these special days – honouring St Patrick’s legacy of faith and service while also celebrating the rich cultural diversity and unity within our community.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who dressed up, participated and donated. Your generosity is truly making a difference. So far, we have raised an impressive amount for Project Compassion, supporting Caritas Australia’s vital work with communities in need around the world.

Let’s continue to give with open hearts as we journey together through this Lenten season.

Lenten Activity of the Week – Coin Competition!

This week’s Lenten activity was the Coin Competition!

Each class was invited to bring in coins and line them up across the floor to see who could create the longest coin trail for the day. It was a fun and visual way to show how every little contribution adds up to make a big difference.

All the money raised will go towards our final fundraising total for Caritas Australia, supporting their incredible work with vulnerable communities around the world.

Let’s keep the Lenten spirit alive by giving generously and working together to create meaningful change.

Congratulations to 6 White and 3 White on winning the Coin Competition!

Join Us for Coffee Every Friday Morning!

We warmly invite you to join us every Friday morning from 8:20am at the canteen for a coffee and a chance to connect with other parents. It’s a wonderful opportunity to catch up, meet new families, and start the day with a friendly chat.

We would love to see you there—come along and enjoy a coffee with us!

• When: Every Friday morning at 8:20am
• Where: School Canteen

Looking forward to sharing a coffee and conversation with you!

Coffee Mornings Every Friday from 8.20am at the Junior Campus

Liturgies and Masses

Our Junior Campus chapel has been a special place of prayer, reflection, and community as students across all year levels take part in regular liturgies and prayer services. It is always a joy to see the boys take on roles in the readings, prayers, and singing, and we warmly welcome families to join us in these moments of faith. Watching your son participate in the spiritual life of the school is a truly meaningful experience, and we love having parents and caregivers there to share in it.

In addition to our chapel liturgies, several year levels have also had the opportunity to walk down to the Cathedral to take part in the 12:10pm community Mass, which is open to the public. These visits provide a valuable chance for students to connect with the wider faith community and deepen their understanding of the Eucharist in a more formal setting. We warmly invite all families to attend these Cathedral Masses – your presence and support mean a great deal to the students and staff alike.

Please also remember that we hold a Community Mass in our chapel on the first Friday of every month at 8:00 am. Our next Mass will take place on Sports Day, which will be a beautiful and meaningful way to begin the day. It offers a special opportunity to come together in prayer, reflect on our shared values, and celebrate the strength and spirit of our school community. We warmly invite all families to join us.

Student Assessment Tasks and Upcoming Student-Led Conversations

Assessment tasks are gradually being released across classes this term in preparation for the Student-Led Conversations taking place in Term 2. These conversations are a valuable opportunity for students to take ownership of their learning by presenting and reflecting on the work they have completed throughout the term.  You will receive more information about these closer to the date.

Students invest significant time and effort into preparing their work and thinking critically about their progress. To ensure these conversations are as meaningful and positive as possible, it is important that all students attend as they are responsible for leading the discussion with you.

We thank you for your ongoing support and look forward to celebrating the learning journey of each student through these reflective and empowering conversations.

Alphabet Day is Coming!

Mark your calendars! On Friday 2 May, we will be celebrating Alphabet Day – a fun, imaginative event where students are encouraged to dress up as something beginning with one of their initials. It is a wonderful opportunity for students to get creative, think outside the box, and enjoy the joy of learning in a playful and engaging way.

For those new to our community, last year’s Harry Potter Day transformed our Junior Campus into a magical Hogwarts experience! This year, we are looking forward to another exciting celebration, and we can’t wait to see the clever, colourful, and original costume ideas our students come up with for Alphabet Day.

The excitement is already building – our teachers are busily planning their own outfits, and once again, the entire staff will be getting involved to make the day extra special!

Start brainstorming now – whether it is a pirate (for Peter), astronaut (for Alex), doctor (for Daniel), or something completely unexpected, we are eager to see the creativity come to life.

Stay tuned – more details to come as the day gets closer! There will be lots of different activities for the boys to do throughout the day.

Let the alphabet-inspired fun begin!

SEQTA

A friendly reminder that SEQTA is our primary communication platform for sharing important school updates, announcements, and messages. To ensure you don’t miss any key information, we kindly ask that you regularly check your messages or set your phone to receive SEQTA notifications.

By staying up to date on SEQTA, you will have access to:

• Important school announcements
• Event reminders and calendar updates
• Direct communication from teachers and staff
• Academic progress and student reports

We appreciate your support in helping us maintain clear and effective communication. If you need any assistance with SEQTA notifications, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Term 2 Uniform Reminder – Blazer and Tie Required

As we approach the end of Term 1, we would like to remind families of the uniform expectations for Term 2, which includes the transition to the formal winter uniform.

From the first day of Term 2, all students are required to wear their college blazer and tie as part of the full winter uniform. These items are an important part of our school’s identity and reflect the pride we take in presentation and belonging to our community.

To ensure your son is fully prepared, we strongly encourage you to have him try on his uniform during the break to check for sizing and fit. This will allow ample time to purchase any new or replacement items from the Uniform Shop before the start of the new term.

As always, we appreciate your support in upholding the college’s uniform expectations and helping your son start Term 2 with confidence and pride.

If you have any questions regarding uniform requirements or shop opening hours, please don’t hesitate to contact the school.

Parents and Friends Association

A big thank you to everyone who supported our Easter fundraising efforts, especially those who placed an order for the Cookie Dough fundraiser. Thanks to your generosity, we sold over 300 tubs and raised more than $1,900 – a fantastic result! We’re also excited to have our Easter Raffle underway, with a variety of prizes up for grabs. There is one major prize valued at $5 per ticket, along with plenty of other fun prizes, with tickets available at $2 each or 3 for $5. Your continued support of our Parents and Friends initiatives helps make a real difference in our school community – thank you!

Heads Up for Week 11!

Just a quick note to remind you that I will be away in China for the week with our Senior students during Week 11. If you need any assistance at the Junior Campus, please reach out to Mrs Karen Chambers, who will be available to support you.  As this is my last newsletter article for this term, please have a safe and enjoyable break and I look forward to seeing everyone in Term 2.

Staff Spotlight: Mr Dylan Cook

What inspired you to become a teacher?

Teaching has been in my blood from day one. My grandmother was a principal and a Grade 1 teacher, my mum established a farm school for the community, and both of my siblings are teachers.

What is one lesson or skill you hope every student takes away from your class?

To have ago and make a plan. I try to encourage students to take risks in their learning, to first try themselves and then I’ll support them as they need it and once they have attempted it.  Normally in their attempt to Make a Plan, they experience their own 'AHA' moment and deeper learning.

What’s a fun fact about you that might surprise students or parents?

I used to bake my children’s birthday cakes. My mum baked and decorated my birthday cakes with my interests or hobbies at a young age. Its something I have always remembered growing up so I decided to try do the same for my son and daughters. There were many flops. However, I did surprise myself once or twice by creating something special.

Are there any projects or initiatives you’re particularly excited about?

I am looking forward to the students completing their Design and Technology project this term. The year 6 students headed to Canberra earlier this year and got to experience Parliament House and multiple uniquely designed buildings around Canberra. For Design and Technology, the boys are Designing their own Parliament House on design software called 'SketchUp'.   They will explore features of different time eras, unique from buildings around the world and incorporate Indigenous Australian ideas into their own Parliament House. There are a variety of challenges that the boys will be involved in, and I am looking forward to seeing what they will create.

How do you incorporate technology or innovative methods into your teaching?

I really try to get the boys to experience hands-on learning as much as possible. I feel like when a student, builds, breaks and tries to explain something using their hands it makes it more enjoyable and beneficial to them. I love exposing students to the use of tools, electric circuits, new technology and taking them outside to learn. There is so much amazing things out there and the students definitely enjoy trying something new.

Upcoming Events

• Friday 4 April – Sports Day (Early Dismissal)
• Tuesday 8 – Friday 11 April – Year 5 Camp to Port Hughes
• Friday 11 April – Last day of Term 1

Term 2 Events

• Monday 28 April – First day of Term 2
• Friday 2 May – Alphabet Dress Up Day
• Monday 5 May – JC Photo Day
• Thursday 8 May – Mother's Day Stall
• Friday 9 May – Mother’s Day Breakfast
• Monday 12 May – Student Learner Reviews (Pupil Free Day) 

Mrs Alison Ronoastro
Head of Junior Campus