Week 8, 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 8;

Bienvenue à la semaine 8;

Wadda Mooli, Welcome to Week 8, Term 2 2025.

As we finish off Week 8, and with only two weeks left of the term, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible effort students, staff, and families have put in this term. It’s been a busy and productive few months, and we’re all looking forward to a well-earned break. The energy, learning, and growth we’ve seen across the school have been fantastic! Well done to everyone for staying focused and working hard right through to the end.

This week, we’re continuing to encourage all students to use the High 5 strategy when managing behaviour and building positive relationships. The High 5 is a simple but powerful approach that reminds us to: 1. Ignore, 2. Talk Friendly, 3. Talk Firmly, 4. Walk Away, and 5. Report. It’s a great tool for helping students manage minor conflicts, show kindness, and learn how to resolve issues calmly and respectfully. By using the High 5, we’re creating a safer, more respectful environment where everyone feels valued. Let’s keep showing kindness and looking out for one another as we finish the term strong.

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 86.3%. 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 riding a bike, always use footpaths and proper crossing areas, wear a helmet if riding a bike, and stay alert near traffic. When taking the bus, wait safely at the stop, be respectful to others, and follow the driver’s instructions at all times. Please remember, every time you are outside of school in uniform, you are representing our school. So do it with pride. Whether you're walking, riding, or waiting at the bus stop, let’s show the same respectful, responsible behaviour that we expect at school. Let’s all do our part to stay safe and represent our school community in a positive way!

Aitkenvale is a great school and a wonderful place to belong. Our students, staff, and families work together to create a warm, supportive environment where everyone is valued and encouraged to do their best. We are proud of our strong sense of community, the respect we show one another, and the way we celebrate each other's achievements. At Aitkenvale, every student has a place, every voice matters, and together we grow and succeed.

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

• 🏊‍♀️ Term 1 Swimming - Payments Due NOW
• ⛺ Year 5 and 6 Camp 1st Instalment Payment - Due Now
• 🎶 Musical Instrument - Payments Due Now
  
• 🌭 Athletic Carnival Meal Deal - Payments due 19th June - No late orders accepted
• 🪮 Crazy Hair Day - 20th June
• 🩶 Silver Day 20th June
• 🫂   Refugee Parade and Activities - 20th June
• 👟 Athletics Carnival - 23rd June 12:00pm - 2:30pm - 200m and 800m Events
• 👟 Athletics Carnival - 24th June 8:30am - 2:30pm
• 🪙 Gold Day Celebrations - 27th June

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.

Highlights from the Interschool Sports!

Our Year 5 and Year 6 students have had a fabulous time participating in interschool sport, taking part in either netball or rugby league. It’s been fantastic to see so many students developing new skills—from ball handling to teamwork—while also showing great sportsmanship.

The energy has been electric, with students not only playing their hearts out but also cheering on their teammates and having loads of fun along the way. Well done to all involved!.

Thank You for Supporting Reconciliation Week

From 27 May to 3 June, our school came together to recognise and participate in Reconciliation Week.

A big thank you to all our students for your respect, engagement, and willingness to learn, reflect, and celebrate this important week.

Your contributions help build a more inclusive and understanding community.
Together, we move forward in the spirit of reconciliation. 🖤💛❤️

Refugee Week 16–20 June: A Celebration of Strength and Diversity

We’re proud to be celebrating Refugee Week from 16th–20th June (Week 9), recognising the resilience, contributions, and rich cultural heritage of refugees in our community and beyond.

We invite you to join us for a special whole-school assembly:

• Friday 20th June
• From 8:30am
• School Hall

Students will also have the opportunity to participate in lunchtime activities on Friday 20th June during First Break, located in the Music Room and CPA, including:

• Music
• Cultural Craft Masterpiece
• Wellbeing Games
• Cultural Books and Quiet Reading Mats

As a school community we look forward to celebrating our strength, diversity, empathy, and inclusion.

A World of Wonder, Thanks to Mrs Navarro

A huge thank you to Mrs Navarro for transforming our space into a vibrant and welcoming hub of learning and imagination. From colourful hot air balloons to inspiring messages, it's the perfect place for students to "Let the adventure begin!"

New Noticeboard Installed

We’re excited to announce that new noticeboards have been installed under the undercover area of E Block!

🎉These boards provide a dedicated space for parents and carers to stay updated with the latest school news, events, and important information.

Celebrating School Cleaners’ Day – 16th June

On Monday, 16th June, we proudly celebrate School Cleaners’ Day – a special occasion to recognise the vital role our cleaning staff play in keeping our school clean, safe, and welcoming every single day.

Our cleaners work tirelessly, often behind the scenes, to ensure classroom and shared spaces are ready for learning and enjoyment. Their hard work, reliability, and care are deeply valued by our entire school community.

Please join us in showing appreciation with a smile, a thank you, or a kind word. Let’s take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the incredible work they do.

Thank you to our amazing cleaning team – we truly appreciate you! 💛

Crazy Hair Day - June 20th

Get ready to let your hair go wild!
On Friday, June 20th, we're celebrating Crazy Hair Day – a fun-filled day where students are encouraged to come to school with the wackiest, most creative hairstyles they can imagine!

Think colours, spikes, braids, bows, glitter, or even hair that defies gravity — the crazier, the better! 🌀🎀✨

It's all about having fun and showing school spirit, so start planning your hair-raising look now. We can't wait to see the amazing styles that will take over our classrooms!

Please remember regular school uniform is still required.

Athletics Carnival Meal Deal

The Athletics Carnival will be held on Tuesday, 24th June.

🎉 The school is offering a Meal Deal:

• Sausage on bread 🌭

• A popper 🧃
  All for just $5!

📋 How to Order:

• Fill out the order form

• Submit it to the school office with cash

🗓️ Orders are due by Wednesday, 19th June
🚫 No late orders will be accepted
🚫 No orders will be taken on the day

String and Band Workshop - Week 10

A friendly reminder to all parents and carers: our String and Band Workshop is coming up on Monday, 23rd June (Week 10) for all intermediate string and band students.

Permission forms have been sent home and emailed to eligible students.

Not sure if your child is involved or have any questions?

Please contact the relevant teacher:

Mrs Burnett (Strings): jburn274@eq.edu.au

Ms Gardner (Woodwind, Brass, Percussion)

These workshops are a fantastic opportunity for students to learn, play, and connect through music. We’re looking forward to a great day of musical fun!

Gold Day Celebrations

Camp Australia Newsletter - Week 6

Student of the Week - Week 7

Student of the Week - Week 8

2026 Prep Enrolments Now Open

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.

Townville Cricket Blast

Head Lice - What You Need to Know!

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 Drop offs and Pick Up

Medication Reminder

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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