Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

19/8/2021

BE SAFE BE RESPECTFUL BE RESPONSIBLE

UPCOMING EVENTS

DATE EVENT

23 – 27/8 Book Week

27/8 Book Fair Parade (COVID Pending)

3/9 Student Free Day

9/9 School Photos

15/9 Under 8’s Day (at Peak Crossing SS)

From the Principal 150th Birthday Celebration Peak Crossing State School September 4th Our 150th subcommittee of the P&C have been working hard and I wish to acknowledge the enormous efforts of the dedicated group led by Irene Hounslow as the chairperson. Irene and her team of parents, community and teaching staff have planned some absolutely amazing activities and coordinated equally outstanding rides ad experiences for our community. We desperately need volunteers to help this day run smoothly so if you can help please provide your availability to Irene Hounslow 0403 022 380 (This could be 30 minutes, all day, parts of the day whatever suits is appreciated.) Our Chef and Chappy will be fundraising on the day as well and we’d love some support there with “hands to help” us do the work. If you can help specifically here please email the Chef Chris on cjone625@eq.edu.au. We need help for set up, serving, cooking and managing the firepit We also need some firewood donated for Chef Chris to create our firepit for the damper to cook in. If you can donate fire wood for us to use, please let us know by phoning the office on 07 54648111. Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Behaviour Expectations We have assessed our current behaviour data for this term with our Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) committee. It has come to our attention that a number of physical incidents have occurred over the past 6 weeks. We identified 20 documented incidents of physical misconduct as defined by policy. Physical misconduct may be mild or substantial in nature but in any case, there is never a productive or acceptable solution in life where we use inappropriate physical conduct or contact to solve issues. We teach appropriate behaviours as part of our school PBL program to each and every student across the school. This lesson is generally carried out in classrooms by our teaching staff and usually responds to current data trends. It may include classroom behaviour strategies, lessons on how we travel through the school and so on.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

I wish to advise where serious physical misconduct occurs we will suspend students regardless of their role in the incident. This is because if everyone handled disagreements by physically contacting others then we would have a terrible and highly dangerous school environment. Similarly, as adults if we engage in this behaviour then this can lead to significant legal implications for individuals. Equally sad, is the obvious issues we experience in society with regard to domestic violence and I’m sure you will agree once again that physical interactions in this case are dreadfully sad and an inappropriate way to deal with any issue. It is important that we rule out violence solving violence in the minds of our children. We need to give children strategies to move away from issues, to resolve issues amicably and to seek the assistance of staff who supervise these areas. I would ask for your assistance in this matter in speaking with your children about the ways we can productively solve issues that do not involve violence. All too often from children I hear “My parent told me to hit back if I get hit”. Whilst I cannot tell you how to parent your child and nor is that my role, I would make the point that this strategy will not serve children well as they head into adulthood. The societal law is simple in that behaving like this constitutes in most cases assault. It is so important that we help and support our children to understand that as the Peak Crossing School Family we don’t support that behaviour but equally we will support you to learn new ways of problem solving! I sincerely love our school and the children that are here! I dream a bright future for them all, a future where we have collectively inspired and encouraged our children in such a way that we equip them with the greatest of skills to manage the complexities of life. War Memorial I have had some feedback from community members that some children are playing after school at the War Memorial across the road. Understandably there is a level of distress about this as it is a pretty sacred place we use to remember those who have fallen for us and those who currently serve. I would ask that students do not play in this area.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Arrangements for Entering School Regarding new COVID Directions (From the Director General’s Desk) As you would be aware, yesterday the Premier announced that, thanks to the efforts of people in the affected Local Government Areas (LGAs) and the efforts of those who adhered to home quarantine requirements, from 4pm Friday 20 August there will be an easing of restrictions. For schools across the 11 South East Queensland LGAs, the easing of restrictions means that we will once again welcome parents/carers, visitors and external providers back onto our school sites, and community and school sport will resume. I would ask that as we enter the school grounds again, parents use the Check in QLD app and the codes supplied at the front of the school. It is imperative that social distancing rules are adhered to as advised by the Chief Health Officer.

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Classroom Awards Congratulations to the following students who achieved a classroom award this week. No assembly due to COVID restrictions Awards will be announced in the next Newsletter.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Head Lice When there is an outbreak of head lice in classrooms, the teacher will send home a note, to be completed and returned to the office. Can we ask that you if you suspect your child may have a case of head lice please treat them and keep your child at home until they are clear.

Sports News

DATE EVENT

All Regional and State sport has been cancelled for the remainder of the year.

P & C NEWS

NEXT MEETING Monday TBA

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Josh Arnold

It is with great excitement that we are informing you of an opportunity we are engaging in, to give our students a memorable music experience. We have engaged singer and songwriter Josh Arnold to work with students and produce a school song and film clip on Monday 23rd, Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th August. Music is a key component of the arts curriculum that we are required to provide to our students. Delivery through this experience, allows us to incorporate music into our curriculum in a meaningful and engaging way. Josh Arnold is a song writer, performer, music producer and film director with more than 20 years of industry experience from winning a Golden Guitar to having his music placed on TV programs around the world and played nationally on radio stations across Australia.

Josh continues to produce his own music while working with Schools, Communities, and various organisations to create original songs and music videos for his production company Small Town Culture. Josh will be working with a core group of students to produce lyrics that encapsulate the essence of Peak Crossing State School and the fabulous lifestyle we have. All other students, will have the opportunity to learn the song, then perform it and be part of the film clip. We are envisioning this to be ready by the 150th celebrations so it can be on show throughout the day.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Year 5 News Update

Gibb Farm Adventure

Today the Grade Five class went to Gibb’s Farm. Here’s how it went:

We left at nine o’clock this morning to go on our Gibb Farm adventure! When we arrived first

a boy named Harry, told us some information about the farm.

Next, Scott arrived. He is the

Federal Minister for our area. Scott took

some photos of us in the crops with his

really

cool camera.

After that we walked for a very, very, very,

very long walk. We had to go down a big

hill,

then back up the hill. It was quite a

struggle!

Everyone got tired!

Next, we looked at the celery. The pickers

picked the celery, then cut the top off so it

was only the heart of the celery left. After

that, they put it in a BIG machine and then the

big tractor carried it away.

After that we walked more and went to the lettuce area. It was done pretty much the exact

same way as the celery was done.

Then we went to the shed and ate our morning tea and went to the toilet. We did that for about

fifteen minutes.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Next, we went inside the shed. We saw the cold room and it was FREEZING! Then we saw

how the celery was packaged. They put it in a machine that cleaned the celery and put it

through a vent type thing. A girl was making sure the stalks were safe. Then we tried some

celery. It was DISGUSTING!

Finally, we went and watched the

seedlings be planted across the

road, a machine went past and put the

seedlings in. Then we walked

back to

school.

I loved our adventure at the

Gibb’s

Farm.

By Rachel

Gibb Farm

Today we went to Gibb’s Farm. Firstly, when we got there, we took a picture of everyone

around the celery. We got introduced to Tony Gibb and his son Harry. They talked about what

we would see for example, celery.

Next, we walked to the celery area where they picked the celery out of the ground and chopped

off everything but the heart. After the heart was cut off it went to a lady in the back.

After that we went over to the

Iceberg lettuce. We watched the

lettuce get picked out of the ground and

being packaged up. We got to try some

of it too. It didn’t have much flavour.

Then we walked past the Womboks to go

to morning tea outside the shed. The

first thing you see when you go inside is

all the vegetables packed up. To your left

was the cold room where they had other

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

vegetables packed up. Straight ahead is

where they package the celery. They

wash the celery thoroughly and it gets

sent to the blue room to be checked and

chopped. Then it was sent out to other ladies who double checked it.

Lastly, we went across the road to see how the tiny plants were planted. They put it in a

machine on the back of the tractor and it comes out the bottom into the soil. Lastly it gets

fertilised. That’s how we ended our excursion.

By Elsie

Gibb Farm Tour

Today at 9am, the Year 5 class went to the Gibb Farm with Mrs McMahon, Mrs Stokan and

Chef Chris. The first thing we did was meet Harry. He is Mr Gibb’s son. We all went to the

growing celery and we took a photo. We had a photographer with Mr Bucholz.

Then we went walking to the big celery paddock.

We watched them pick the crunchy, juicy, green celery.

Then in groups we went to see the Iceberg lettuce.

They went really fast and they boxed them up. After

That we went to have smoko. We went into the big

Shed and tasted some celery. We also saw kale, celery,

Iceberg lettuce and wombok.

Then we walked home back to school. It was a fun day

but a lot of people were tired from all the walking.

By Harley

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Chef Chris Over the past two weeks, Chef Chris has been cooking up some delicious scones with our students in conjunction with “Food different by design”. The students have really enjoyed the cooking experience and we thank Chef Chris for his expert experience and guidance.

Chef Chris delivering his cooking lessons 😊

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Check out Year 5 kneading their awesome scones!

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Book Week Next week (23 – 27th) is Book Week. The theme this year is: -

Book week flyers/wish lists will be sent home this week. Students will be able to attend the book fair which will be set up in the Library from Wednesday 25th to Tuesday 31st to have a hands-on experience to purchase the books and other items that they would like. Times will be 8.30 – 8.50am and 3.00 – 3.20pm. Book Parade Depending on COVID restrictions, we will be holding our Book Week Parade on Friday 27th at 9.15am. Students will get the opportunity to dress up as their favourite book

character and engage in the benefits of reading everyday 😊

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Parking Please be advised that parking in the Good Start Kindergarten is not permitted as it is designated for their parents. Peak Crossing parents are not permitted to use this car park as a pick up or drop of zone. Also, if you can please not park in the Bus Zone, School parking is available at the front of the school or across the road in the park. Thanks for your co-operation.

Visitors

Just a reminder that all visitors, spending time at the school to assist with any school-

based activity, must sign in and out using the Visitors Book kept at the Office and also

sign in using the QR Code APP. This is an Education Queensland requirement to

ascertain who is on the school premises at all times. Your assistance with this is greatly

appreciated.

i-Pods, iPads & Telephones

Any student who brings an iPod, iPad or mobile phone to school must sign it in at the office

before school. These devices are stored securely until students sign their device out at the

end of the school day at 3:00pm.

School Grounds and School Watch

Just a reminder, that unless prior permission has been sought, nobody should be entering the school grounds outside of school hours. Anybody entering the school grounds outside the normal scheduled school hours is risking being prosecuted for trespassing. If you see anything, or anybody acting suspiciously outside of normal school hours, please contact School Watch on: 131 788; or Policelink on: 131 444. Alternatively, in the event of an emergency, contact 000

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Sickness at School Just a gentle reminder that if your child is feeling unwell, please keep them home and get a COVID test. This will eliminate the spread throughout the school to other students and staff. Please see the symptoms chart below, we have all done an amazing job so far, let’s keep it going.

Playground Equipment Just a friendly reminder that children are not permitted to play on the playground equipment before or after school due to workplace place health and safety policies. The equipment is specifically designed to meet safety requirements however, as the equipment is on school grounds, it is a departmental requirement that students are only to engage play on the equipment during school hours. Thank you for your co-operation in adhering to this policy.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Uniform Shop The Uniform shop is open each Tuesday morning from 8.00am – 9.00am. Please see below for details on how to order uniforms.

• Email pcssuniforms@gmail.com with your order (order form is not

required)

• Please list child’s First/Surname/Class on order

• Make Payment via direct deposit only, please email receipt with your

order.

• Peak Crossing State School P & C BSB: 633 000 ACC:184698280

• Orders can be collected from the Uniform Shop Tuesday mornings

8 – 9 am

• Order can be delivered to your child’s classroom if requested.

• If the above does not suit, please make other arrangement with Suzanne &

Jody.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Tuckshop Menu Term 3 First Break ONLY

Chicken Nuggets 3 per serve $3.00

Chicken Roll (chicken & potato patty, lettuce, mayo) $3.50

Tomato or BBQ Sauce .40

Garlic Bread $3.00

Second Break ONLY

Toasted Sandwiches…

Cheese $3.00

Ham & Cheese $4.00

Ham, Cheese & Tomato $4.50

Chicken $4.00

Chicken & Cheese $4.50

Savoury Mince Jaffle $5.00

Pasta Cup (with pasta sauce & cheese) $3.00

Available BOTH Breaks

Red Rock Honey Soy Chips $2.50

Red Rock Sea Salt Chips $2.50

Plain Popcorn $1.00

Banana Bread $2.50

Choc Chip Muffin $2.50

Pikelets serve of 2 (choice of butter or jam) $2.00

Corn on the Cob $1.00

Green Jelly Cup $2.00

Green Jelly & Custard Cup $2.50

Travellers Pie (beef) $4.00

Sausage Roll $3.50

Fresh Sandwiches…

Cheese $2.50

Ham & Cheese $3.50

Ham, Cheese & Tomato $4.00

Chicken $3.50

Chicken & Cheese $4.00

Available BOTH Breaks (MUST be Pre Ordered by Tuesday)

Fresh Sandwiches & Wraps…

Salad (lettuce, tomato, carrot & cucumber) $4.00

Add Cheese .50

Add Ham $1.00

Add Chicken $1.50

Drinks and Ice Blocks

Flavoured Milks (chocolate or strawberry) $3.00

Popper (apple or tropical) $2.50

Quelch Fruit Stick $1.00

Zooper Dooper $1.00

Platypop (rainbow or chocolate) $1.50

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.

Staff and students of Peak Crossing State School acknowledge that their school stands on Ugarupul Country and would like to

acknowledge the Ugarupul Peoples who have cared for this land for many years.

We pay our respects to their ancestors, their Elders past, present and emerging and their connection and stories to Mt Flinders.

As a school community we are grateful for the ongoing care by the Ugarupul Peoples and our local community

in protection and caring for our natural surroundings such as the gum trees and

the Green Tree Frog whose stories relate back to Mt Flinders.