2023 Edition 13 (11-08-2023)

Principal's Message - Mrs Meyrick

This fortnight staff and I have continued to build our English resources to support our teaching and learning. Teachers were surveyed about what additional resources they needed in their classrooms to support the teaching of English and these have been ordered. We look forward to these resources arriving over the next few weeks. We are also continuing to plan our English units for term 4 together, generating ideas for our big idea and linking to our motto ‘Passion & Purpose’. Our students have been actively involved in this during term 3 units and it is visibly creating a difference in their engagement and empowerment in class. We look forward to involving them in term 4 planning too.

Over the coming weeks, access to our school parking, drop off and pick up areas will change. Please keep an eye out in your emails for details. This will significantly assist our morning and afternoon routines as there will be various locations for you to park or collect from. We look forward to these opening for our community.

Prep Enrolments for 2024 are rolling in, with over one full class already enrolled. I ask our current families who have a child starting prep next year to quickly finalise these for us. This helps us plan for staffing and also prepare for our upcoming Koala Joeys transition program. You can use the online enrolment form, or visit the office for a paper copy. Remember to have your child’s birth certificate ready.

This week we said goodbye to  Ms Swadling. Recruitment processes are underway for our new Deputy Principal and I will keep you all updated as this progresses. In the meantime, any matters that cannot be addressed with your child's class teacher can be referred to DP@ripleycentralss.eq.edu.au and Ms Yager or I will be able to assist. 

Mrs Wuanita Meyrick| Principal

Deputy Principal's Message - Ms Yager

We are thrilled to announce a monumental moment in our school's history! Over the past three weeks, a collaboration between our students and staff, under the expert guidance of Josh Arnold from Small Town Culture Productions, led to the creation of our very own school song.

On Thursday 10th August, we celebrated the grand premiere of our school song in our very first gathering in our brand-new hall. The excitement in the air was palpable, with students, staff, and parents coming together to witness the accomplishments of their collective efforts. This song, complete with acting, singing, and a heartfelt message, encapsulates the essence of our school community.

This film is not just a song; it's a reflection of our ‘Passion and Purpose,’ and our commitment to being EPIC Learners.

Ms Petra Yager |  Deputy Principal

Deputy Principal's Message - Ms Swadling

I want to thank the amazing Ripley Central Community for such warm and wonderful messages for my departure on Wednesday. It was a day of mixed emotions, with tears and sadness that I said goodbye to an amazing bunch of students, who I think will thrive in this school environment and the amazing staff I have worked along side this year and last. But also excitement for my new venture at Victoria Point State School.

Thank you everyone again and I wish everyone an EPIC adventure!!!

Mrs Fiona Swadling |  Deputy Principal

Business Manager's Message - Mrs Van Der Zee

SRS Payments overdue

Please note SRS fees are now overdue.  Please ensure your child’s account is up to date to ensure their attendance at any upcoming excursions / camps etc.

Office Payment Days

Over the coming weeks we will be transitioning to payments being accepted in the office on a Tuesday and Thursday only.  Week commencing Monday, 28/08/23 these timeframes will be introduced.  Our preferred method of payment is via BPoint.  Other options for payments is via the QParents App.  Please ensure you have signed up for this if you haven’t already.

Lone Pine Payment 

Please note the due date for the upcoming excursion to Lone Pine Sanctuary is Monday 14th August. If you have not yet made payment, you can do so electronically by using the link at the bottom of your statement or via EFTPOS in Administration.

Mrs Danielle Van Der Zee |  Business Manager

New Areas Now Open!

This week has been an exciting week as we opened the Canteen under cover area, the Lazy  Space, our hall, a larger green space, Chill Hill and Koala Valley. We are so grateful for these additional areas and our students and staff have enjoyed exploring them this week. Our students are learning the expectations for each area and we are practicing each day how we transition to and from these areas.

Fuse Cup

On Wednesday 9th August, our esports team displayed exceptional skills and sportsmanship at the Ipswich Fuse Cup. Competing in Rocket League against students from Years 5 to 8, they not only played with dedication but also championed the Fuse Cup's values of integrity, strength, teamwork, and inclusion. Beyond the game, they cheered for their peers and other participating schools.

Both Ripley Central teams made it to the quarter finals before being knocked out in two very close matches. Thank you to Natalie for accompanying us and giving the students lots of positive support. Students will be invited to a special Mario Kart tournament at the end of the year with other schools in the Ipswich area. 

The Fuse Cup, renowned for emphasising Digital Wellbeing, Inclusion, and Social Values, offered a valuable experience. Well done to Bailey, Sean, Koen, and Josephine for representing the school brilliantly!

A Special Visit from AFLW Superstar Kate Lutkins

We are elated to share that our Year 4 students recently had the unique opportunity to interact with one of the local stars of Australian football, Kate Lutkins. Representing the Brisbane Lions in the AFL Women's league, Kate's accolades speak for themselves. She shone as the "best player on the ground" during the 2021 AFL Women's Grand Final and has the title of being a three-time All Australian and a 2021 Premiership player.

Our students were captivated by Kate's tales from her illustrious sporting career. Their enthusiasm was palpable as they eagerly quizzed her, gathering insights for their current English project. As a part of their curriculum, our Year 4 students are penning sports-themed narratives that will soon grace our school’s 'Hall of Fame (Stories)'.

We believe that real-world interactions like these inspire our students to dream big and pursue their passions with determination. A big thank you to Kate Lutkins for taking the time to inspire the next generation!

Tour & Talk

Our next Tour and Talk is scheduled for 22nd August between 4pm-4.30pm. This is for families who are new to the area or moving to the area who would like a tour of our school, information and an opportunity to ask any questions.  You can check your address at the Ed Map website https://www.qgso.qld.gov.au/maps/edmap/  There is no need to RSVP, please just meet Mrs Meyrick out the front of administration at the commencement time. 

2024 Enrolments Prep to Year 6 open now!

2024 Enrolments open now!

We are now actively processing enrolments (Prep-Year 6) for 2024!

Start your child/s application now!

-Scan the QR code below

-Visit https://ripleycentralss.eq.edu.au/enrolments

-Visit Administration to collect a paper copy

Lone Pine Excursion

Our whole school excursion to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is on Thursday 17th August. Permission forms have been sent home and payment is due by Monday 14th August. We are excited to learn more about our school mascot! Any questions, please see your child's class teacher. Students not attending will be provided with an alternative program at school and attendance is still required. 

What's Coming up in Prep?

Maths

Bring a Teddy Bear week

For our Maths unit and ‘time’ assessment task, we are asking all prep students to bring in a teddy bear for the week of Monday 21^st to Friday 25^th August. During this week, we will look at the days of the week, daily events, ordering and sequencing, counting and size comparisons. We ask the students bring in a teddy they are comfortable with leaving at school for 5 days. We strongly recommend  the teddy that your child/s brings to school is not precious or sentimental teddy and is a maximum of 30cm tall. An alternative plush toy is acceptable if your child does not have a teddy. If your bear has a place to write your child’s name, please do so.

On Thursday 24^th August the Prep students will have a 'Teddy Bear’s picnic' where Mrs Meyrick will joing us for some of their teddy bear fun. Could you please pack a bit extra in their lunchboxes for their teddy’s to eat on the day.

English

For our English unit, the students will be having a Ballapalooza event where the students will participate in a session of different Ball games and will write a recount diary entry about one or more of the ball games that they participated in the day before. “Guess what happened yesterday….”

On Wednesday 6^th September, the students will be outside for additional time, so please ensure your child/s have  sunscreen, a water bottle and a school hat is inside their bag for this event.

Book Week

It is nearly book week and we wanted to share with you some of the exciting events we have planned.

Tuesday 22nd August - Class tours of Curiosity Centre

Tuesday 22nd August - Reader's Cup Final

Friday 25th August - Book Character Dress Up, parade 9.15am in the hall with parents welcome.

Throughout the week, classrooms will decorate their doors for a school wide competition with the winners announced on assembly.

On Friday 25th August your child is invited to dress as their favourite book character (sun safe and normal school shoes please). There will be prizes for individual winners and the best class. Students can wear home made or purchased dress ups and all students are encouraged to participate.

Parents attending the assembly may also like to dress up!

Free Dress Day!

On Friday, 15^th September (the last day of term 3) the Student Council are organising a free dress day where students are invited to wear blue or denim. Please bring a gold coin donation as we are saving for some extra sporting equipment like balls and goals. Please wear your normal school shoes. Please note, your school hat and your blue or denim clothes need to be SunSmart.

Normal learning will be occurring in class on this day and holidays do not start until 2.45pm so attendance is still required (unless you are sick).  As a student council we thought we would make it fun for the last day of term by holding this themed free dress. We would love to see you join in.

Student Free Day

Our school will be closed on Friday 1st September for a Student Free Day (all Qld State Schools). Please make alternative arrangements for your children.

HPE News

P&C News

With the cost of living increasing and our goal of a school mascot in mind the Ripley Central State School P&C are delighted to announce our next fundraiser - The Entertainment App.

The Entertainment App is an easy-to-use platform packed with incredible savings of up to 50% off and 2-for-1 offers, so you can save on takeaway, dining, shopping, groceries, gift cards, activities and more!

And what's even better, 20% of every membership purchased goes to support Ripley Central State School P&C!

This fundraiser is a little different as it will be running all year, giving you the flexibility to purchase when the time is right for your family. To kick us off The Entertainment App has a spectacular August special (see below for more details).

Purchasing an Entertainment App membership is very simple, click the link below to be taken to our schools fundraising page and follow the prompts. You can even share the link with family and friends!

Happy saving everyone and thank you so much for your support.

https://subscribe.entertainment.com.au/fundraiser/9692r73?fbclid=IwAR2ZjtlfM_0BCscDTAG1SEkHu50xOP1MeTWNGQBoRbJCd-gdYvDHPrpP3qc

The Entertainment App.

Ripley Central State School P&C are delighted to announce our next school fundraiser. The Entertainment App is an easy-to-use platform packed with incredible savings of up to 50% off and 2-for-1 offers, so you can save on takeaway, dining, shopping, groceries, gift cards, activities and more! 20% of all sales go directly to our P&C fundraising goal of a purchasing a school mascot. To find out more click this link to be taken to our schools fundraising page and follow the prompts for purchasing. You can even share the link with family and friends!

Calling for Volunteers and Donations

We need your help with upcoming fundraising events and donations. If you’re interested or know someone else who might like to assist with any events throughout the year, please register via this link Ripley Central P&C Volunteer Registration or the below QR code. Once registered, we can email you with more details regarding upcoming events so you can choose which activities will suit you best.

Position Vacant

We’re seeking nominations for the Secretary role in the executive team. If you or someone you know would like to nominate for the position, you will first need to be a member of the P&C. We will be holding a special meeting 10 minutes prior to our general meeting (4:50pm) on Tuesday 22 August to accept any new membership applications for those wanting to be considered.

Events

Father’s Day stall        30 August                    Accepting donations and Volunteers

Bunnings BBQ            19 November              Save the Date

If you require any further information on any of the above or if you would like to donate items, please contact us at pandc@ripleycentralss.eq.edu.au

We look forward to hearing from you and meeting many more of you throughout the year.

Thank you for your support.

Meet our OSHC team!

Community

Ripley Valley State Secondary College

Little Athletics

Ripley Scout Group

Ripley Scout Group's Inaugural Father's Day Raffle is Now Open! 🎉

We're excited to kick off our first-ever Annual Father's Day Raffle, celebrating our amazing volunteers, fathers, and caregivers who make a significant difference in our community.

Get ready for an exciting chance to win incredible prizes! Check out the impressive lineup:

• $150 Bakehouse Steakhouse Voucher (RRP: $150.00)
• 2 x Contemporary Aboriginal Art Prints (RRP: $120.00)
• 4 x Tickets to the Members Reserve (Rosehill or Randwick) (RRP: $100.00)
• 4 x Tickets to the first Roar Home Game of 23/24 played at Suncorp Stadium (RRP: $100.00)
• 2 x 18 Holes of Golf at Sandy Gallop Golf Course (RRP: $54.00)
• 2 x 18 Holes of Golf at Sandy Gallop Golf Course (RRP: $54.00)
• 2 Years Big4 Perks+ Complimentary Membership (RRP: $50.00)
• Family Pass to Workshops Rail Museum (RRP: $45.00)
• $30 Jets Leagues Club Voucher (RRP: $30.00 each)
• $30 Jets Leagues Club Voucher (RRP: $30.00 each)
• $30 Jets Leagues Club Voucher (RRP: $30.00 each)
• $30 Jets Leagues Club Voucher (RRP: $30.00 each)
• $25 Ripley Market Gift Voucher (RRP: $25.00 each)
• $25 Ripley Market Gift Voucher (RRP: $25.00 each)

By participating in this raffle, you'll not only have a shot at winning fantastic prizes but also contribute to the growth and development of our youth program. Every ticket purchased will help us acquire valuable resources for our youth program and support unforgettable activities and camps for all our members.

Join us in the spirit of community, and let's create lasting memories and opportunities for all members of Ripley Scout Group!

Enter now at: https://www.raffletix.com.au?ref=nhzcn

Hurry! The draw closes Sunday 27th August at 4 pm.

#ripleyscoutgroup #FathersDayRaffle #communityfirst

Unveiling of the Ripley Satellite Hospital

The unveiling of the Ripley Satellite Hospital is on Sunday 13 August 2023 from 11am to 2 pm.

The Community Open Day will feature guided tours of the hospital, providing an insight into its various departments, including the Minor Injury and Illness Clinic, Medical Imaging, and Specialist Outpatient Department.

- Tour the new facility

- Learn more about the local health services

- Selection of food trucks

- Coffee van

- Family entertainment, including face painting

- Autograph signing by NRLW Brisbane Broncos and Queensland Maroons Captain Ali Brigginshaw, Brisbane Broncos Coach and former player Kevin Walters and local tennis champion Archie Graham.

Free parking will be made available near the facility and will be communicated to attendees prior to the event.

Please select an option from the 3 timeslots provided to secure your spot for the event.

We look forward to seeing you on the day!

Cricket Ipswich Family Fun Day

Pet Expo at Ripley Town Centre

Contacting our School

Our school phoneline for outgoing calls will come up on your phone as No caller ID, or Private number. We are unable to change this at this point as our phone lines are being diverted until Telstra connection occurs for our standard landline. You can call us on 07 3819 5777  phof if you need to contact us.

Email – admin_@ripleycentralss.eq.edu.au  OR for all enrolment matters please email enrolments@ripleycentralss.eq.edu.au 

Phone - 07 3819 5777  (between 8.20am-3.15pm Monday to Friday - or school days) 

Please no longer use the mobile number that we used to use so please delete it from your contacts in your phone.