Fri 23 Oct | Stg 3 Gala Sport CANCELLED

Week 4

Wed 28 Oct |  Stg2 Excursion | Stepping Up to Prep
Thurs 29 Oct | Prep-Stg1 Swimming Carnival | Chapel
Fri 30 Oct | Stg 3 Gala Sport | Word Teachers’ Day
Sat 31 Oct | Cars n Coffee

Coming Up...

Year 7 PAT Testing | Assembly | Stg 3 Gala Sport | Stepping Up to Prep (farm visit)

Head of Junior School, Carbrook - Zoe O'Donnell

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Week 3 – Term 4 Junior School Communication

At this week's assembly, we had the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge our 2026 Stage 2 and Stage 3 College Leaders. Throughout the year, these students have served our College community in a variety of ways, generously giving their time, sharing their strengths and contributing to the life of our Junior School.

Leadership is not simply about holding a title, but about recognising opportunities to make a positive difference, taking responsibility and using what we have been given to serve others. We are incredibly proud of the way these students have embraced these opportunities and demonstrated that leadership can take many forms.

Uniform Reminder

As we move through Term 4, we ask families to continue supporting our College uniform expectations. Students are expected to arrive at school wearing the correct uniform, including appropriate footwear and hats. If there is a reason your child is unable to meet these expectations on a particular day, please communicate this with their classroom teacher.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership as we encourage our students to take pride in their presentation and demonstrate responsibility in the way they represent our College.

2026 – Growing Through Perseverance Photo Challenge

At Calvary, we encourage every student to live out our College expectations: Be Kind, Be Fair and Be Your Best Self. This year, we have been guided by Romans 5:3–4, which reminds us that “suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.”

Throughout the year, we have encouraged our Junior School students to recognise that growth often comes through challenges, trying new things and having the courage to keep going when something feels difficult.

We know our students demonstrate perseverance in many ways, both at school and beyond the classroom. Whether it's learning to ride a bike, mastering a new skill, overcoming a fear or working towards a goal, every challenge provides an opportunity to grow.

To celebrate this, our upcoming Awards Assembly will feature our “Growing Through Perseverance Photo Challenge.” We would love a photo of every child in our Junior School community doing something that has challenged them, required determination or helped them develop perseverance. It doesn't need to be a big achievement; sometimes the smallest steps represent the greatest growth.

Please upload your child's photo to the Drop Box Carbrook by 30 October.

Please use your child's first and last name when uploading your photo.

We look forward to celebrating the many ways our students have grown in perseverance, character and hope throughout 2026.

Celebrations/Costume Letter Details

Our 2026 Junior School Celebration Services will be held on Monday 30 November, beginning with Prep and Stage 1 at 5:00pm, followed by Stage 2 and Stage 3 at 6:30pm. A BBQ will be available between the two celebrations.

Please use the link below to book your family’s seating and order a sausage in bread for each family member who would like one.

Due to the seating capacity of the Calvary Community Centre (CCC), seating will be allocated, with four seats available per family. We encourage you to book your seats and place your BBQ order using the link below.

Celebrations/Costume Letter Details

Prep-Stage1: https://www.trybooking.com/DPZHW

Stage 2-3: https://www.trybooking.com/DPZHY

We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you and your family!

Uniform Shop

The College Uniform Shop is ready to accept orders for 2027.

Click the link for the online shop:   Uniform Shop

Shop Opening Hours (During School Term):

• Monday: 7:45 – 9:00am and 1:00 – 4:00pm
• Tuesday: 7:45 – 9:00am (fortnightly – Weeks 1,3,5,7,9 in Term 4) 
• Wednesday: 7:45 – 9:00am and 1:00 – 4:00pm

2027 Uniform Overviews

We encourage families to review the 2027 Uniform Overview and place orders early to ensure students are prepared for the start of the new school year. Please take note of the uniform transition information, including items that have been discontinued and those that remain approved during the transition period.

Prep

Stages 1&2

Stage 3

Stage 4

Stage 5

Stage 6

Chickens For Sale

It is that time of year when we sell off our hen flock. All birds were purchased in November 2025 as point of lay. They are being sold for $20 each. If you are interested, please email me at show.team@calvarycc.qld.edu.au.

More Than Mates - Cars n Coffee

Join the team from Cars N Coffee – More than Mates on Saturday 31 October 2026, from 8–10am in the Western Carpark at Carbrook Campus, featuring a chat with Supercars & Superbikes Chaplain Steve Peach at 9.15am.

Real Life Youth

Our Year 6 students are invited to attend Real Life Youth this term at our Carbrook campus.
Youth meets every Friday night during the school term from 7–9 pm.

A typical Youth night includes games, food, fun, and opportunities to connect with leaders and friends. Attendance is free, although food may be available to purchase. Year 6 students attending their first Youth night at Carbrook will also receive a special welcome gift!

Our Friday nights generally include three types of gatherings:

• Social Nights: Fun activities and events that build friendships and community. Friends are always welcome!

• Life Group Nights: Small-group activities and conversations that help young people build friendships and connect with leaders.

• Unified Nights: Worship, a message, games and Life Groups, providing opportunities to learn about Jesus and explore the Bible together.

We warmly welcome your Year 6 student to join us this term! If you have any questions,
The Real Life Youth Team would love to see you there!

Josh Prevett - RLCC Chaplain

Please see the flyer below for details of the activities planned for Term 4.