Albany Hills State School in Albany Creek, Queensland, Australia | Primary School

Albany Hills State School

Locality: Albany Creek, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3264 0777

Address: Keong Rd 4035 Albany Creek, QLD, Australia

Website: https://albahillss.eq.edu.au/

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25.01.2022 **PREP - YEAR 3 CROSS COUNTRY UPDATE** At this stage cross country will go ahead today. Children should wear their sports uniform with sports or house shirt. Fingers crossed we will get the races run before any rain.... Posted 6.30am 11/09/20

25.01.2022 **2020 YEAR 6 AWARDS** Congratulations to the following recipients of our 2020 Academic and Citizenship Awards announced this afternoon. 2020 Dux: Blythe... Academic Awards: Jade & Charlotte Language Award: Jazmine Science Award: Ryan L. School Citizenship Awards: Halle, Mitchell & Ava V. Impact Award: Georgia Quiet Achiever: Faith These students will be presented with their awards at their individual class Farewell Ceremonies tonight and tomorrow night. Congratulations!

25.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY FUNDRAISER UPDATE** Thank you to everyone who has supported the Cross Country fundraiser. Could everyone who has raised money please go to their profile page and make sure they have chosen a prize/prizes to the value of their total. This needs to be done by Wednesday afternoon this week, so that the prize orders can be finalised by the holidays.... Then we should expect prizes back at school in the first few weeks of next term. Thank you. Please tag anyone you think may need a reminder.

24.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Year 1 Boys and Girls 500m... https://youtu.be/GSgA6PlKLIE

24.01.2022 **Year 5 Parent Reminder** The Year 5 'Camp-In' forms and payment are due Tuesday 15 September. https://albahillss.eq.edu.au//camp%20n/year%205%20camp.pdf

24.01.2022 CROSS COUNTRY vs. THE WEATHER At this stage the weather forecast is looking okay for our Year 4-6 event tomorrow (Thursday). Hopefully we can avoid any showers. Its not looking so great for the Prep-Year 3 event on Friday. We have a back up plan for next week, but as soon as we make a decision (likely Friday am), we will update parents here and advise the new days. ... Thanks for your understanding. Posted: Wed 9/9/20 7pm

23.01.2022 Concert Band is on tomorrow morning, Tuesday 15 September, in the auditorium. - Julie Boxall.

23.01.2022 Pick up your cookie dough orders this week! Find out all the details in this week's Herald: https://albahillss.eq.edu.au//new/wk10-t3-herald-sep15.pdf

22.01.2022 **ANNOUNCEMENT OF 2021 STUDENT LEADERS** Congratulations to the following students who will be our student leaders for 2021. They were announced this afternoon. School Captains: ... Vincent & Isabelle Vice-Captains: Jakub & Chelsea Music Captains: Stella, Imogen, Juandre & Mikayla Sports Captains: -Bradman: Ryan & Meika -Cuthbert: Olivia & Grace -Fraser: Sam & Isaac -Laver: Nicola & Oliver Congratulations!

22.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Year 6 11 year old Boys and Girls 3000m... https://youtu.be/6O-AH7zmqQg

21.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Year 2 Boys and Girls 1000m... https://youtu.be/-GY1gvDa37A

20.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Year 5 11 year old Boys and Girls 3000m https://youtu.be/iLqL40U2yz4

20.01.2022 Emergency evacuation drills took place at school this morning. To comply with the Department of Education’s COVID-19 Operating Guidelines, the drills were staggered across year levels to allow for evacuation numbers to be reduced to smaller sized groups.

19.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY** We had ducks on the oval. We had swooping plovers. The clouds were threatening. But... we had a very successful first day of Cross Country today. ... Full results will be posted at the conclusion of all events (either Friday evening or early next week depending on the weather). In the meantime, keep an eye out for some videos of todays races, once they are prepared.

18.01.2022 Swim Carnival and 2021 Student Leader updates in this week's Herald News Flash: https://albahillss.eq.edu.au//wk7-t4-herald-news-flash-17n

18.01.2022 ** FREE DRESS DAY ** This Friday 18 September, gold coin donation. All proceeds go to the SRC to help purchase new sand equipment for the junior sandpit, new handball court markings, and balls for the ovals and Prep playground.

17.01.2022 Today marks the end of National Child Protection Week but our work in education and awareness raising to prevent online child sexual exploitation continues. Th...ank you to all of our program partners, presenters and volunteers, as well as parents, carers and teachers for the important work you do in keeping children safe. For more information about our program, visit https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/ #NCPW #PuttingChildrenFirst #PlayYourPart #partnership

16.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Year 3 9 year old Boys and Girls 1000m... https://youtu.be/IfELx2pKetU

15.01.2022 **Parent Reminder** School Photos are this Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 September. Please wear formal uniform.

14.01.2022 Mangoes and cherries ORDERS CLOSE TODAY! Order on the QKR app Mangoes and cherries ORDERS CLOSE TODAY! Order on the QKR app

14.01.2022 Some of our Year 3 and 5 students in the Extension Maths group have been investigating area and perimeter and applying it to calculate the area and perimeter of irregular shapes. Great work, everyone!

13.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEO** Year 4 10 year old Boys and Girls 2000m... https://youtu.be/l6OrWPN6ySs

13.01.2022 Parent reminder: Free Dress Day tomorrow! Friday 18 September. Gold coin donation.

13.01.2022 RUOK? DAY Today is national RUOK? Day. Take a moment today to check in on a friend, family member or work colleague to see how theyre going. ... More information can be found at: https://www.ruok.org.au

13.01.2022 **Job Opportunity** Tuckshop Assistant at Albany Hills State School Albany Hills State School P&C Association is looking for a motivated person with a passion for cooking and children's health to join the team. The successful applicant being employed by the P&C Association, will initially work up to 18 hours per fortnight (during school terms) on a casual basis every Monday and a three hour shift each week. For more information and how to apply, please read the Job Description below. https://albahillss.eq.edu.au//Tuckshop%20Assistant%20Job%2

13.01.2022 Here are a few important tips for young people spending more time online: - Take 10 seconds before you post (think: is it positive, is it useful, is it true?) ...- Use the grandma test (would you be proud to show your messages to Grandma?) If you receive nasty messages: - Collect evidence - Report the content - Speak to an adult - Block the user Finally, remember that you can also make a cyberbullying complaint to the eSafety Commissioner, via: https://www.esafety.gov.au/report/cyberbullying

12.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEO** Year 4 9 year old Boys and Girls 1000m... https://youtu.be/fidyfIUiNGQ

10.01.2022 PARENT REMINDER Year 3 - 6 Swimming Carnival Nominations are due tomorrow, Wednesday 18 November. https://albahillss.eq.edu.au//s/years3-6-swim-carnival.pdf

10.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Year 5 10 year old Boys and Girls 2000m... https://youtu.be/dxAwuJD6i3Q

10.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY THANKS** A huge thanks to our PE teachers, Mr Gason and Mr Moores, for their planning and organisation to make the event possible, and overcoming the current restrictions. Thank you to our staff for their fantastic efforts to help make it a successful event and run so smoothly. Thank you to our wonderful students for their cooperation and giving their absolute best effort. ... Thank you to our parents for your understanding in these challenging times. Your ongoing support of our efforts to do the best we can for our students, is really appreciated. See more

09.01.2022 You can't travel the world this year, but you can taste it with the Albany Hills Family Cookbook! There are recipes from over 18 countries such as Columbia, Greece, France, Croatia, Japan, South Africa and more! We have gathered over 250 iconic recipes from our families and school community, our cookbook is sure to make a great Christmas present. ... Categories are: Breakfast, Soups and Salads, Main Meals, Vegetarian, Desserts, Finger Food, Baking, Treats and Snacks, Christmas and Life Hacks. Order the Albany Hills Family Cookbook for only $30 via the Qkr! App. Its very easy and quick to set up a Qkr! account. Cookbook orders close Sunday 18 October. Delivery to the school in mid November.

09.01.2022 eSafety is aware of distressing reports about a suicide video circulating on social media. Weve contacted the social media platforms and are working together t...o monitor the situation. Please follow our advice below. * If you see this video online report it to the social media platform its on, or to eSafety at www.esafety.gov.au/report/illegal-harmful-content. * We encourage parents, carers and educators to avoid raising the issue of the video directly with young people who may not have heard or been exposed to it. Instead, we encourage proactive conversations with children about distressing content they may come across online, letting them know they can come to you or another trusted adult if they feel upset or uncomfortable by it. * Monitor young people who are more vulnerable and at-risk. If a young person is presenting with signs of distress, schools should follow their own procedures for managing and supporting students at risk. * If a life is in danger call Triple Zero (000) right now. * Anyone who may be at risk or experiencing emotional distress, including worried family and friends, to contact one of the following services: Kids Helpline Official 1800 55 1800. https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467. https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ headspace 1800 650 890. https://headspace.org.au/ Lifeline 13 11 14. https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636. https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

08.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Year 3 8 year old Boys and Girls 1000m... https://youtu.be/PT9GE3IFDP4

08.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Prep Boys and Girls 500m... https://youtu.be/VVtAUkocaU8

07.01.2022 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR 2020!!!! Today is free dress and class party day!

05.01.2022 No Running Club this week, Thursday 10 September, due to Cross Country.

05.01.2022 **CROSS COUNTRY VIDEOS** Year 6 12 year old Boys and Girls 3000m... https://youtu.be/fgjByxoWBLU

04.01.2022 Order your copy of the P&C Albany Hills Family Cookbook for only $30! * Full colour. * 200 + pages. * Over 250 iconic recipes from our AHSS families. * A great Christmas present or family keep-sake. ... * Order the Albany Hills Family Cookbook for only $30 via the Qkr! App. Its very easy and quick to set up a Qkr! account. Delivery mid November. See more

04.01.2022 **HAPPY HOLIDAYS!** Wishing all of our students and staff a wonderful break. Stay safe and enjoy your well earned holiday. See you all on Tuesday 6 October.

04.01.2022 CROSS COUNTRY FUNDRAISER REMINDER Thank you to all of our families who have participated in the fundraising aspect of the cross country; funds raised are used to support the chaplaincy service at our school. Just a reminder to please make all donations online this year as we are not handling cash through the office. This will also assist with us ordering all prizes before the holidays.... Could all funds please be finalised online by this Friday afternoon. Dont forget to select your prizes online too! This is done through the website www.myprofilepage.com.au Your support is very much appreciated.

04.01.2022 **MEDICATION REMINDER** All student medication must be collected from the First Aid room by 3.00 pm tomorrow, Wednesday 9 December. No medication will be stored at school over the holiday break.

03.01.2022 **LAST CHANCE TO CHOOSE PRIZES FOR CROSS COUNTRY FUNDRAISER** Thank you to everyone who has supported the Cross Country fundraiser. The response has been great! If you have not chosen your prize/s yet, this is your last opportunity to do so. Please visit your fundraising page and select the prizes there. Prizes must be selected by tomorrow (Friday) morning. ... Even though online is preferred, if you have any cash please send it to the office tomorrow, clearly marked with your childs name. Thank you. Please tag anyone you think may need this reminder.

02.01.2022 STUDENT LEADERS 2021 IMPORTANT DATES: Friday 20 November: Students shortlisted for School, Music and Sports Captains positions announced to Year 5 students Monday 23 November: ... School Captain interviews Tuesday 24 November and Wednesday 25 November: Speeches for School, Music and Sports Captains positions and voting Tuesday 8 December: 2021 Student Leaders announced at school to Year 5 students and via school Facebook page to school community See more

02.01.2022 **HAPPY HOLIDAYS** Wishing all of our students and their families a fun filled and relaxing holiday. We’ll see you all back at school on Wednesday 27 January 2021.

01.01.2022 **SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT - CROSS COUNTRY WINNING HOUSE** And the winner is.... https://youtu.be/PU_rmiVCgf0

01.01.2022 **FACEBOOK REMINDER** Just a friendly reminder to all of our families that the school Facebook page has been set up as a way of providing information to families and sharing good news stories. It is not the place to have questions answered, as it is not monitored 24/7, and by a limited number of staff. Questions are best directed to the appropriate staff member by email or phone. If you are unsure who this is, please call the office during office hours and they will be happy... to help. Thank you.