Week 7 Term Four, 11 November CapSDE newsletter
- Principal's Pen
- 2025 Enrolment Intentions
- CapSDE Mascot Design Competition
- What's happening in Primary?
- Picasso Cows Program
- Primary Swimming Nominations Now Open!
- Year 6 Graduation Dinner - Book your ticket
- Secondary Scoop
- Guidance 'Go-2'
- P&C End of Year Dinner
- Global Passport - Explore the world in 5 days
- Opportunities
- Support Agency Contacts
- We welcome your feedback
Principal's Pen
Dear Students, Home Tutors, Parents, Guardians, and Teachers,
As we reach Week 7, I can truly say it’s one of the busiest and most vibrant times at our school! Across both the Emerald and Rockhampton campuses, Mini-school is in full swing, filled with activities, learning, and a real sense of community connection. There’s so much happening, and as I always say, it’s the little things that make a big difference. This week, I will split my time between Emerald on Monday and Tuesday, and Rockhampton from Wednesday through Friday.
Today, Monday 11th November 2024, we commemorated Remembrance Day across both campuses. In Emerald, I had the privilege of attending the morning assembly, thoughtfully led by our Primary school leaders. Special guests Mr. Noel Mallyon and Mr. Bryan Ottone shared the importance of "remembering to remember" — a message that resonated with our whole school community. Later in the morning, our Emerald Year 3-6 students joined the Cenotaph service near the Emerald Town Hall. Their respectful behaviour was a credit to our school and their families. I extend my gratitude to our dedicated teachers for organising and supervising, as well as to the supportive home tutors, parents, and grandparents who helped transport students to this meaningful event. A special thank you goes to our Emerald Primary school leaders, Sophie, Wylie, and Libby, for laying a wreath with great care and respect.
This week is especially significant for our Year 6 and Year 12 students. For our Year 6s, it’s their final Mini-school as Primary students, and we hope they make the most of these last moments before they move on to new adventures in secondary school. For some of our home tutors, this is also a bittersweet moment as they complete their time with us while their children transition to boarding school or other secondary settings.
For our Year 12 students, this week is “Leavers’ Week,” marking the culmination of their school journey. Friday, the 15th of November 2024, will be their final day, and we wish them all the best as they prepare to take the next steps in their lives. I also want to acknowledge the unwavering support of home tutors who have been instrumental in helping students reach this important milestone. The guidance and commitment you have provided have been invaluable to your students' success. I look forward to celebrating our Year 12s' achievements at the Year 7-12 Secondary Awards and Graduation ceremony on Thursday from 9:30 am at CQU, and later that evening at the Year 12 formal — a wonderful occasion to mark the end of their school journey.
Our leadership team, teachers, and teacher aides are also on the move this week, traveling between campuses to support students and make this a memorable week for everyone.
As I’ve mentioned, we have a full itinerary planned: we welcome visiting authors and the Capras, swimming lessons and the Secondary Swimming Carnival, a Colour Run, Book Fair, dress-up events, a Primary school disco, Barefoot Bowls for our Year 12s, Galactic Donuts, a STEM excursion to CQU, Theatre Sports, and so much more. Each of these activities brings moments for students to learn, grow, and celebrate together.
I hope everyone enjoys this remarkable week!
Warm regards,
Amanda Rynne
2025 Enrolment Intentions
To help us plan effectively for an exceptional 2025 at CapSDE, we kindly ask families to let us know their intentions for the upcoming school year.
If you haven't already shared your plans, please click the link below to let us know if your student will be continuing their educational journey with CapSDE.
We look forward to supporting your family and making 2025 another fantastic year of learning together!
CapSDE Mascot Design Competition
Calling all creative minds! 🎨✨
We are excited to announce the launch of our Mascot Design Competition – and we need YOU to create a brand-new school mascot that captures the heart of Capricornia School of Distance Education (CapSDE).
What We’re Looking For:
Your task is to design a school mascot and come up with a unique name that represents who we are as a school. The mascot should symbolise our school’s vision of supporting every student to reach their highest potential and embody our core values:
Accountability
Integrity
Respect
Resilience
Positive Relationships
Whether you’re a creative artist or have a brilliant idea, this is your chance to leave a lasting mark on our school community!
How to Enter:
Design the Mascot – Bring your vision to life! Draw, sketch, or digitally create a mascot that symbolizes our values and spirit.
Name the Mascot – Come up with a name that fits your design and reflects our school vision and values.
In 50 words or fewer, explain the meaning behind your design and how you came up with your idea. how does your mascot represent the essence of CapSDE?
Submit Your Entry – Email your design and mascot name to comms@caprrocksde.eq.edu.au by 21 November
Prizes:
The winning design will become the official mascot of Capricornia School of Distance Education and will be featured at school events, on our website, and in promotional materials. Plus, there are exciting prizes for the top entries!
1st Place: Prize pack - $100 JB HI-FI Gift Voucher
2nd Place: Runner-up prize pack - - $50 JB HI-FI Gift Voucher
3rd Place: Third prize pack - - $25 JB HI-FI Gift Voucher
Judging Criteria:
Creativity and Originality: How unique is the design and name?
Connection to the School Vision and Values: Does the mascot represent our school’s commitment to supporting every student and reflect our values of accountability, integrity, respect, resilience, and relationships?
Design Quality: How well-executed is the mascot design?
Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: 21 November 2024
Winners Announced: 2 December 2024 in the school newsletter
Don’t miss your chance to help shape the future of our school! We can’t wait to see what you create. 🎉
For more information, contact comms@caprrocksde.eq.edu.au or P: 4931 4800
Let your creativity shine and help us bring our school vision to life with a brand-new mascot!
What's happening in Primary?
Picasso Cows Program
The Discovery Dairy Picasso Cows Program is a curriculum program run by Dairy Australia designed to educate primary school children about the Australian dairy industry and the health and nutrition benefits of dairy foods as part of a balanced diet.
Part of the Picasso Cows Program involves schools applying for and being selected to receive a white almost life-sized fibreglass cow to decorate and design!
CSDE was lucky enough to receive one cow for each campus! Whilst Rockhampton received theirs a little while ago, Emerald’s cow has finally made it! During mini-school, students will have the opportunity to decorate the Emerald cow as part of their week's program and Rockhampton will be putting the finishing touches on theirs.
The cow gets to stay on the Rockhampton and Emerald campus on display!
Below are some winning entries from other schools that have participated in the program.
Primary Swimming Nominations Now Open!
Time to nominate for the battle between Wattle and Banksia!
Nominations are now open for the Primary Swimming Carnival which will be held on Tuesday 3 December at the Emerald Aquatic Centre from 11:00am - 2:00pm
Step One: Download the nomination form below
Step Two: Complete the form
Step Three: Email the completed form to Mr Murray Harch on mharc4@eq.edu.au
Nominations due for the Primary Swimming Carnival by Friday 22 November.
Year 6 Graduation Dinner - Book your ticket
Please note that we have capacity to cater for more guests if you would like to invite extended family (siblings/grandparents) to the Year 6 Dinner at Maraboon.
Extra places available until tomorrow!
2024 Year 6 Dinner - Maraboon Tavern Emerald
About
Congratulations Year 6 students of CSDE!!
Let's celebrate together...Year 6 Students, Teachers, Parents and Home Tutors, with a roast dinner, buffet style at the Maraboon Tavern. Corner Hospital Road &, Esmond St, Emerald.
We will have our own function room, the lovely staff at the tavern will direct you where to go.
Please note, this is a celebration for the Year 6 cohort.
The Outstation community have volunteered to babysit siblings of Year 6 students with a movie and pizza at the Outstation/Tuckerbox for the duration of the dinner 6-8:30pm at a small cost for pizza.
Contact Megan Philp for more details: jamphil6@outlook.com
Secondary Scoop
Guidance 'Go-2'
P&C End of Year Dinner
About
Update due to circumstances beyond our control, unfortunately, the Mexican Cantina has withdrawn their services for the night – however, the P&C will be catering and offering a nachos option!!!
***Carnival Time***
All are welcome to come and enjoy an evening at the Emerald Campus, Tuckerbox.
Yummy food provided by the P & C, Ice cream truck and the option of a BBQ Burger. There will be fun activities, face painting, dunking machine and music.
Bring a chair or picnic rug. BYO Alcohol. Softdrinks, water and juice for sale on the night
Meal options are available via the QR Code or Try booking Link. https://www.trybooking.com/CWDIE
Date
Tuesday 3 December 2024 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location
Emerald CSDE - Outstation/Tuckerbox, Gladstone Street, Emerald Queensland 4720
Global Passport - Explore the world in 5 days
Expressions of Interest are open! Global Passport: Explore the world in 5 days
The Department of Education International (DEi) in partnership with Griffith University is pleased to offer a 5-day online program during the January school holidays, designed to build global competence and bring the world to Queensland students from the comfort of their home.
Specifically aimed at Years 4 to 6 students in Queensland, this immersive opportunity will provide students with the chance to virtually 'travel' to different countries. Each day, students will experience different cultures through interactive activities, basic language learning, and the exploration of diverse topics, including food, art, daily life, cultural traditions and landmarks.
Program details
Dates: 13-17 January 2025
Years: 4 - 6
Delivery mode: Online via Microsoft Teams
Time: Sessions run for a duration of 1.5 hours daily over 5 consecutive days*
Application closing date: 6 December 2024
Please see the Expression of Interest Form for further information, including eligibility and registration requirements.
Expression of Interest Forms must be submitted to Global Engagement via global.engagement@qed.qld.gov.au
Opportunities
Are you a Queensland Year 12 student in 2025?
We want to hear from you!
Over the past few years we have featured artwork on the front cover of our QTAC Guides from students just like you, and this year we’re doing it again.
The QTAC Guide to Further Study provides prospective applicants to tertiary courses in Queensland with information about courses available and their entry requirements. Over 50,000 copies of the QTAC Guide are distributed across Queensland each year.
Show us your interpretation of the concept “Choose the Future” or “50 Years of QTAC”, and your artwork could feature on the front cover of the 2026 QTAC Guide. We have prizes to give away!
Artists must be enrolled in Year 12 in Queensland for 2025. The artwork must be original and not published anywhere else. Please view the full competition Terms and Conditions
before submitting your entry.
Support Agency Contacts
Beyond Blue aims to increase awareness of depression and anxiety and reduce stigma. Call 1300 22 4636, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or email.
Blue Knot Foundation Helpline is the National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma. It provides support, education and resources for the families and communities of adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse. Call 1300 657 380, Monday – Sunday between 9am – 5pm AEST or via email helpline@blueknot.org.au.
Butterfly Foundation's National Helpline is a free, confidential service that provides information, counselling and treatment referral for people with eating disorders, and body image and related issues. Call 1800 33 4673, 8am-midnight AEST / 7 days a week, chat online or email.
eheadspace provides free online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12 – 25 and their families and friends. Call 1800 650 890, 9am – 1am AEST / 7 days a week, chat online or email.
FriendLine supports anyone who's feeling lonely, needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. You can call them 7 days a week on 1800 424 287, or chat online with one of their trained volunteers. All conversations with FriendLine are anonymous.
Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free 24/7 confidential and private counseling service specifically for children and young people aged 5 – 25. Call 1800 55 1800.
Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis counselling, support groups and suicide prevention services. Call 13 11 14, text on 0477 13 11 14 (12pm to midnight AEST) or chat online.
MensLine Australia is a professional telephone and online counselling service offering support to Australian men. Call 1300 78 99 78, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or organise a video chat.
MindSpot is a free telephone and online service for people with anxiety, stress, low mood or depression. It provides online assessment and treatment for anxiety and depression. MindSpot is not an emergency or instant response service. Call 1800 61 44 34.
QLife provides nationwide telephone and web-based services for lesbian peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about a range of issues including sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships. Call 1800 184 527, 3pm – 12am (midnight) AEST/7 days a week.
SANE Australia provides support to anyone in Australia affected by complex mental health issues, as well as their friends, family members and health professionals. Call 1800 18 7263, 10am – 10pm AEST (Mon – Fri), or chat online.
Suicide Call Back Service provides 24/7 support if you or someone you know is feeling suicidal. Call 1300 659 467.
Lifeline on 13 11 14 — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Source from: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-helplines
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