Week 4, Term 2 2025

Principal Pen

2025 Annual Implementation Plan Focus

School Priority 1

Maximise engagement and wellbeing through a clear vision that increases student engagement, staff morale and community connection.

School Priority 2

Improve LOA in English for all students (P-6) through a focus on lesson planning and delivery

Dear Parents and Carers,

Karibu wiki ya 4;

Bienvenue à la semaine 4;

Wadda Mooli, Welcome to Week 4, Term 2 2025.

Always Try Your Best! At school it’s important to try your best in everything you do. Whether you're reading, writing, solving maths problems, or creating art, putting in your best effort helps you learn and grow. It’s okay to make mistakes, that’s how we learn! Keep a positive attitude, ask questions when you need help, and be proud of your progress. Every step you take brings you closer to reaching your goals!

Learning walls are an important part of our classrooms, helping students stay engaged and take ownership of their learning. These walls display key vocabulary, examples of work, learning goals, and helpful strategies that support current topics. Students can refer to them during lessons to guide their thinking, check their understanding, and reflect on their progress. Learning walls grow and change as we learn, making them a living resource that supports everyone on their learning journey.

Aitkenvale State School has 5 questions that we ask our students to assist them in keeping on track with their assessment and goals. The questions are as follows:

· What are you learning today?

· What do you need to know and be able to do to be successful?

· What do you need to do to improve?

· Where can you go for help?

· How will you use the feedback from your teacher?

Similarly our teachers are asked the following questions to ensure they have clarity of what is being taught.

· What am I teaching?

· Why am I teaching it?

· How will I teach it?

· How will I know that the learning has been successful?

· What next?

A great way to support your child’s learning is by talking with them about their school day. Try using the 5 Questions for Students model to spark conversation. Some examples include: What did you learn today? How did you learn it? Why is it important? What are you finding tricky? What will you do next? These types of questions help your child reflect on their learning, celebrate their progress, and think about their next steps. Regular conversations like these show your child that their learning matters and that you're proud of their efforts!

A positive school environment helps everyone feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. At our school, we work together to show kindness, respect, and encouragement every day. We celebrate effort, include others, and make sure everyone feels like they belong. When students, teachers, and families all work as a team, we create a place where everyone can grow, succeed, and enjoy learning. A positive attitude makes our school a happy and welcoming place for all!

ATTENDANCE – Every Day Counts & School Starts at 8.30am

We have set a whole-school goal of achieving 88% attendance this year, and we believe that every day in school matters. Our Attendance rate is currently 85.7%. Regular attendance is crucial to student success, as it ensures consistent learning, maintains good relationships with peers and teachers, and helps build important skills that extend beyond the classroom. Parents play a vital role in supporting good attendance by encouraging routines and being proactive when issues arise. Teachers help by providing engaging lessons and creating a welcoming environment that makes students excited to come to school. Ultimately, students are key to this goal, as their commitment to attending school and engaging in their learning will ensure we achieve success together.

Travel Safely to School! Getting to school safely is important no matter how you travel. If you’re walking or biking, always use sidewalks and crosswalks, wear a helmet if biking, and stay alert near traffic. When taking the bus, wait safely at the stop and follow the driver’s instructions. If you're riding in a car, always buckle up and use a booster seat if needed. Let’s all do our part to stay safe on the way to and from school!

At Aitkenvale State School, we believe in trying our best, having fun, doing the right thing, and enjoying every day of learning. Whether we’re in the classroom, on the playground, at a school event, or travelling to and from school, we show pride in our efforts and treat others with kindness and respect. We know that learning is exciting, and we’re not afraid to challenge ourselves, celebrate our successes, and support each other along the way. At Aitkenvale, we grow together in a safe, fun, and positive school community!

Lee Braney

Principal

Setting the Standard: Aitkenvale State School's Commitment to Positive Behaviour and Success

Updates from the Admin Office

Office Hours 8:00AM - 3:30PM 

Supervision on gates begins at 8:00am

Gates Close at 2:50pm - all remaining students will then be escorted to the office to await collection.

​​Important Dates

• Years 3-6 Swimming lessons - Payments Due NOW
• Year 5 and 6 Camp Deposit - Due Now
• Musical Instrument - Payments Due Now
  
• Interschool Sport - 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th May & 6th June - Consent Form DUE NOW
  

Important Update: Consent Forms Now Available via QParents or Email

We would like to inform all parents that, moving forward, consent forms will no longer be printed. Instead, they will be sent home electronically through QParents or via email.

This change will help us streamline communication and reduce paper waste. Please ensure you’re signed up for QParents or keep an eye on your email for any upcoming forms.

If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact the school office.

Current Permission Forms Now Available

We want to make sure your child can participate in all the exciting upcoming school activities, so we’ve made the most current permission forms available for you to access easily.

You can find the forms for:

• 2025 Years 5 & 6 Camp - Activity Consent Form
• Interschool Sport - Activity Consent Form

Simply click the links below to print and complete your forms or log in to QParents to complete and submit the forms online. 

Make sure to return them by the deadlines to ensure your child can take part in these awesome activities! If you have any questions, feel free to contact the school on 📞4421 2333.

Welcome Moses – Our New Police Liaison Officer (PLO) at Aitkenvale!

We are thrilled to welcome Moses, our new Police Liaison Officer (PLO), to the Aitkenvale school community.

Moses will be working closely with students, staff, and families to build strong, positive relationships and support a safe and respectful school environment. His presence is a valuable part of our commitment to student wellbeing and community engagement.

Thank you for joining us, Moses – we look forward to working together and getting to know you!

Teamwork and Technology in 3/4C’s City Research

The students of 3/4C have been actively exploring Queensland cities as part of their HASS assessment. Throughout their research, they’ve been learning to use Google effectively to find reliable information and are also building valuable teamwork skills by supporting one another during the process.

2C's Blooming Science Adventure: From Seed to Sprout!

The students of 2C were thrilled to take home the plants they’ve nurtured from seeds as part of their science unit on life cycles. This hands-on experience allowed them to explore the growth and transformation of plants, from seed to sprout! 🌱🌸
Great job, 2C! Your curiosity and green thumbs are truly flourishing!

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Breakfast Program at Aitkenvale State School

We’re proud to offer our Breakfast Program every Monday to Friday from 8:00am – 8:20am, helping our students start the day with a healthy and nutritious meal.

A heartfelt thank you to Food Relief and Fuel for School Donations for their generous support. 🙏

We’re also incredibly grateful to our amazing volunteers who give their time each morning — your dedication truly makes a difference.

This program wouldn’t be possible without the support of everyone involved. 💙 Thank you for helping us nourish and support our students each day!

Term 2 EALD Overview

Semester 1 Report Cards: Emailed in Week 10 & Available on QParents – Update Your Contact Details!

Semester 1 report cards will be emailed to families during Week 10. They will also be available to view on QParents. Please ensure your contact details are correct and up to date.

Not on QParents yet? Join today to easily access your child’s report and more!

Student Safety on Buses Matters!

The safety of our children is everyone's responsibility. Whether you're a parent, student, or driver, let's work together to keep our roads safe—especially around school buses.

Key Points from Main Roads Department:

Slow down to 40 km/h around school buses when lights are flashing.

👀Be alert for children crossing the road—especially in rural and suburban areas.

 Always follow road rules near bus stops and school zones.

Teach children how to wait safely and cross carefully.

Let’s keep our kids safe—every trip, every day.

Camp Australia Newsletter

QParents

We are transitioning to a digital platform in 2025 and encourage all parents to register for QParent. To complete your registration, you will need your invitation email and your child’s EQ ID number.

If you require any assistance, please don’t hesitate to ask one of our admin staff for help.

Account Statements Sent Home – Please Settle Outstanding Payments

Account statements have been sent home with students. 

We kindly ask that all outstanding payments be made as soon as possible via one of the following methods:

💳 BPOINT
🏦 Centrepay
📱 QParents
💵 Cash & EFTPOS (available at the school office)

Thank you for your prompt attention and continued support.

Centrepay

Student of the Week - Week 3

Student of the Week - Week 4

Medication Reminder

Important: Updating Student Details

UPDATING STUDENT DETAILS

It is extremely important that students' personal details such as contact telephone numbers, email addresses and emergency contacts are correct and up to date so you can be contacted if your child is unwell or needing medical attention. It is also very important that we are aware of all medical conditions. 

Please email admin@aitkenvaless.eq.edu.au or contact the office to update your child’s details.

School Watch

The School Watch Program is a partnership between Education Queensland, the Queensland Police Service and the State Government Protective Security Service.  It aims to reduce criminal activity in Queensland schools and encourages everyone to look out for after-hours crime in our schools.  If you see anything suspicious, please don’t attempt to intervene. 

Look, Listen, Report. Call School Watch on 13 17 88.

If you see a crime in progress, call Triple Zero (000).

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