Junior School Carbrook
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal, Junior School
Zoe O'Donnell
Head of Junior School, Carbrook
CAPA Update
Week 2
Breaking News
Consent2Go for the musical has been released, please check your email for this notification and give consent before rehearsals begin in Week 3!
Special Rehearsals:
Wednesday 2 Dec, 9am – 12pm @ the CCC
Monday 7 Dec, 9am – 2:30pm @ the CCC

What's On!
WEEK 3: Charlie - rehearsals begin – 7:30am Friday |Choir continues at the same time as always!
WEEK 5: CAPA Assembly Performances
WEEK 9: CELEBRATION: Chapel Band – Lord’s Prayer | Choir – God Did
Christmas Chapel: Chapel Band and Choir
For all general information:
Website: CAPA Website
Facebook: CAPA Facebook
Overview: 2026 CAPA Handbook
Prep & Stage 1 Swimming Carnival
Thursday 29 October
The Prep and Stage 1 Swimming Carnival will be held on Thursday 29 October. We warmly invite parents and family members to come along and support the students at this special event. We would love to see you there if you are able to attend. More information can be found in the link below.
Prep and Stage1 Swimming Carnival
2026 Photo Challenge
Click for Drop Box
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.
LAST Book Club for 2026!
Issue 7
Issue 7 of Scholastic Book Club 2026 is out now. Ordering will close Friday, 23 October. Orders are to be placed using the LOOP App or online through Scholastic Book Club LOOP - www.scholastic.com.au/LOOP . No cash payments can be accepted for Book Club orders, online ordering only.
Link to digital catalogue - https://scholastic.com.au/media/15717/bc_7-26_issuu.pdf
We thank you for your continued support of Book Club over 2026! Every order that has been placed receives reward points that our College can redeem in new books and resources for our students.
Any questions please don't hesitate to contact our Learning Resource Assistant, Sarah Cosgriff via email - sarah.cosgriff@calvarycc.qld.edu.au
Cafe Specials
Week 3
Semester 2 Clubs
Term 4
Co-Curricular Activities offer students the opportunity to develop new skills, pursue their interests, and connect with others through a variety of engaging activities available each semester.
Click on link below for details.
Term 4 - Week 2
Fri 16 Oct | Stg 3 Gala Sport
Week 3
Mon 19 Oct | Prep Step Up to Stg 1
Tues 20 Oct | Principal Tour
Wed 21 Oct | Stg 3 Excursion
Thurs 22 Oct | Assembly
Fri 23 Oct | Stg 3 Gala Sport
Coming Up...
Stg2 Excursion | Prep-Stg1 Swimming Carnival | Chapel | Stg 3 Gala Sport | Word Teachers’ Day
Head of Junior School, Carbrook - Zoe O'Donnell
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Term 4 is always a special time in Junior School, filled with opportunities for thanksgiving, reflection and celebration as we recognise the growth, achievements and experiences of our students throughout the year.
We began this focus at last week's assembly, where some of our Stage 3 students helped us unpack our 2026 College Bible verses, Romans 5:3–4. They reminded us that while challenges are not always easy, they provide opportunities to develop perseverance, build character and grow in hope. As we approach the end of the year, it is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on just how much our students have grown, not only in their learning, but also in their confidence, relationships and willingness to embrace challenges.
We encourage families to take some time to look through what is coming up and make note of the key dates, so that everyone can be part of these special moments as we celebrate another wonderful year together.
We look forward to sharing this final term with you and taking the time to acknowledge all that our students have achieved.
2027 Enrolment Contracts - Due Tomorrow
Thank you to the families who have returned their signed 2027 enrolment contract. Please remember to return your child's contract to their classroom teacher by Friday 16 October.
Contracts were sent home, via your child, end of August. Please sign one copy, keep the second for your records and return the signed copy to your child’s classroom teacher.
If you have any questions or require the contract to be sent via adobe sign please email enrol@calvarycc.qld.edu.au
Junior School Awards / End of the Year Services
In the below Link is an overview of Junior School awards offered to students and the end of year events at which these are presented.
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.
Prep and Stage 1 Swimming Carnival
The Prep and Stage 1 Swimming Carnival will be held on Thursday 29 October. We warmly invite parents and family members to come along and support the students at this special event. We would love to see you there if you are able to attend. More information can be found in the link below.
Prep and Stage1 Swimming Carnival
Term 4 - Parent Unit Overviews
This term for our Unit of Inquiry, we are looking at Connection. Please click on the link below to your child's Stage to see what they will be doing.
Stage 1 - Parent Unit Overview
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:
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Social Nights: Fun activities and events that build friendships and community. Friends are always welcome!
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Life Group Nights: Small-group activities and conversations that help young people build friendships and connect with leaders.
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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.
Kim Winton
Deputy Principal, Junior School
Zoe O'Donnell
Head of Junior School, Carbrook