3 February 2023

Newsletter Articles

Executive Principal’s Report

Dear Parents and Carers,

It gives me great pleasure to welcome everyone back to a new and exciting school year. I am always energised by the enthusiasm our students show when they are reunited with their friends and teachers. There were lots of smiles and warm greetings throughout our school as students returned last week. It has certainly been a very smooth start this year and what a welcome change compared to previous years!

I would like to take this opportunity to extend a very warm welcome to our new students and families. Our Year 7 students have settled in to high school routine and have managed to adapt to their new environment very smoothly. Our staff had a very well-planned transition program supporting them over the past week as they settle into the Corinda way.

Our Year 11 students started the year with a Leadership Retreat and this has really set the scene for their senior years and their leadership in the school. They are more than ready to take on the challenges of their studies.

Passing of past School Captain…

This week we were informed of the sad passing of past school captain Matthew Schneider from the Class of 2000. Matthew passed away last week from a months-long battle with bowel cancer while serving as the president of Gold Coast-based VFL team Southport Sharks. Described as one of Queensland’s most respected Aussie rules football identities, Matthew leaves behind his wife and three children and an incredible legacy.

Our thoughts are with Matthew’s family as they go through this very difficult time.

On a final note, we are very much looking forward to our Academic Awards of Excellence Evening next week and do hope you can join us to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students from their 2022 studies. We also look forward to reconnecting with past Year 12s as we formally announce Dux of the School 2022.

Hope to see you there.

Helen Jamieson
Executive Principal

Coming Events

Some of our best

Heron Island expedition fuels budding scientists

In early December, senior students and staff made the annual trek to The University of Queensland Heron Island Research Station for a week-long expedition. For the past 56 years, our students have worked with researchers to collect data for long-term research into coral health and engage in studies relating to the natural habitat. This real-world experience gives them an understanding and appreciation of the sensitive nature of our coral reef and the need to protect it from the threat of climate change. The excursion also gives students an opportunity to view different marine science avenues that which they may wish to pursue as a career in the future. The consistent feedback from students is always that this is one of the most amazing and unique experiences in their life – and the teachers also agree with them.

Thank you to both Dunlop Park Pool and Shelly’s Swim School for kindly supplying our sun-safe rashies. In the lead up to the trip, students mastered swim and snorkel competencies across three sessions at local pool, Dunlop Park.

Corinda graduate dazzles with creative talent

Congratulations to Class of 2018 graduate Chantel Bates for receiving high praise at the QUT Graduate Design Awards showcase at the end of last year. Chantel, who has just completed her Bachelor of Design in Visual Communications, was awarded the People’s Choice Award for her capstone project ‘Echoes’.

“It is such an honour to be named [for this award] as it highlights my impact on community and the goal of my projects which has always been highlighting Indigenous stories and successes,” Chantel said.

“I am proud of my achievements and look forward to what the future holds for myself in the industry!”

Well done to Chantel, and we look forward to watching on as you continue to create and share your powerful messages through visual mediums.

Photo Credits: Masimba Sasa

Age Champions make splash at swimming carnival

Congratulations to our students who gave their all at last week’s swimming carnival. It was a high-energy event to start the year, with plenty of camaraderie on display. Well done to Pirri, who emerged the victorious house on team points, with Yarraman coming in second, and Dibbil third.

Our age champions are as follows, and each should be commended on their stellar performances:

• 12YO Girls: Chloe Winks (Bunar)
• 12YO Boys: Ben Fisher (Moori)
• 13YO Girls: Aya Stronach (Moori)
• 13YO Boys: Jack McCarthy (Dibbil)
• 14YO Girls: Sophie Goodwin (Bunar)
• 14YO Boys: Sebastian Twina (Bunar)
• 15YO Girls: Stefanie Bichel (Dibbil)
• 15YO Boys: Thomas Garbanzo (Moori)
• 16YO Girls: Leah Anstey (Pirri)
• 16YO Boys: Alan Likibi (Dibbil)
• 17/18YO Girls: Olivia Hollis (Pirri)
• 17/18YO Boys: Cameron Dugdell (Yarraman)

Grand final place for futsal superstar

Year 9 Football Excellence student Rani represented Queensland at the National Futsal Championships over the Summer holidays, with the team finishing in second place. The event was held in Melbourne, where they faced the Victorian team in the grand final, with the score tied at 3-3 by the end of extra time. Unfortunately, Queensland lost in penalties, but Rani and her teammates should be very proud of their efforts and hard-fought victories throughout the competition. Well done Rani!

Congratulations to Year 10 FEX student Phoenix for being selected to represent Australia in the U15s Futsal Team that will compete in Brazil later this year. Phoenix received the news over the school holidays which were predominantly spent in Sydney where he competed at the National Club Futsal Championship. Phoenix and his team were crowned Champions for the U14s age group after winning six games and netting 57 goals! We wish Phoenix all the best for the year ahead!

School News

Programs of Excellence in 2024

If you have a primary school student who sat examinations for one of our Academic Excellence Programs last year, you will now have received an electronic PDF of your child’s examination results.

Our first round offers went out in Term 3 2022 and our second round offers will go out at the end of Term 1. If you have not yet sat an entrance examination, the next date is Wednesday 1 March at Corinda State High School.

If your student is interested in a sporting or creative industry Excellence Program, our website is the best place to visit to learn more about Year 6 Golden Opportunity Days for Culinary, Dance, Football, Tennis, Music or Art. Please note, your child must attend these days to be offered a place.

Student Services has moved

A reminder our Student Services team has recently moved and are now located on the ground floor of the Administration building. This incorporates late arrivals to school, early departures, uniform slips, and all other general student services. For more key information about life at Corinda State High School, please refer to the 'Welcome 2023' booklet which has been handed out to all new students. A digital copy is also available below.

Academic Awards of Excellence

The Academic Awards of Excellence will be held next Thursday night at Riverlife. The event celebrates academic success in 2022 across all year levels. Award recipients and their parents/carers were sent an invitation this week. Please note, this is an evening event that is taking place at Riverlife at Seventeen Mile Rocks. Recipients do not need to reserve a ticket, but parents/carers will need to reserve tickets via the booking link in the invitation. For further information, please contact marketing@corindashs.eq.edu.au.

Global thinking part of the Corinda way

If you are new to Corinda, take a look inside our school. This Queensland Department of Education Global Competence video shares how students, staff and community members work together in examining and responding to local, global and intercultural issues. We are looking forward to expanding opportunities for global thinking in 2023!

Delicious menu on offer at café

Our friendly café team have a number of Term 1 specials on offer for students:

• Toastie Deal Tuesday with any hot or cold drink for only $7
• Bacon/egg and cheese breakfast muffins on Wednesday mornings for $3.50
• Spicy chicken burgers on Thursday’s at first break for $6.50

Don't forget they also stock Angelo's Lasagnes all weekdays, along with various muffins, carrot cake, coffee, milkshakes, and more. The cafe is open from 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM everyday and the latest specials are always displayed on the digital screens around the school grounds.

Facilities upgrades mark start to busy year

With a school the size of ours, there’s never a dull moment when it comes to new facilities and upgrades to existing buildings. As you will be aware, it’s full steam ahead on our $12 Million STEM/Admin Building now we’ve secured an architect and project manager. But it’s far from the only item on our list, with plenty of work going on behind the scenes over the Summer break, and into Term 1:

• Our new high-performance tennis courts have been completed and are now open to students and public bookings
• The new B Block amenities are operational
• There’s been classroom refurbishments across a number of blocks
• Work is in progress for our ground floor Admin Block
• Student artworks have featured on our new water bubblers
• New directional signage has installed across the entire campus

Lost property items

Missing something? Our lost property is already filling up, despite only being in Week 2. If you recognise any of the below items, please get in touch so we can reunite them with the owner.

Changes to local bus routes

Below is some important information for Corinda students who travel on bus routes 766 and 789.

Route 766AM (7:24 AM & 7:34 AM) | Modified route and route number change

The 789AM trips that departed the Blunder Rd near Rosella St Stop 60a at 7.24am (Doolandella to Corinda SHS) and the sweeper that departed Inala Plaza at 7.40am have been renumbered to Route 766. The sweeper has also been extended to commence from the Blunder Rd near Rosella St Stop 60a. These trips will depart Blunder Rd at 7.24am and 7.34am respectively.

Route 789AM (7:18 AM) | Modified route

This trip will commence at “Inala Bus Station – E”, then (R) Inala Ave, (R) Blunder Rd, (R) Old Blunder Rd, (L) Wadeville St, (R) Stapylton Rd, (L) Parkwood Dr, (L) Wadeville St, (R) Old Blunder Rd, (L) Blunder Rd, (L) Redhead St, (R) Rockfield Rd, (R) Crossacres St, (L) Blunder Rd, (L) Wallaroo Way, U-turn at roundabout Wallaroo Way, (L) Blunder Rd, (S) Oxley Rd, (L) Oxley Station Rd, (S) Oxley Rail Station, stop A, (R) Tavistock St, (L) Cook St, (L) Oxley Rd, (R) Lynne Grove Ave, (R) Pratten St, (R) Cliveden Ave and terminate Corinda Primary - 65.

Route 789PM (3:00 PM) | Modified route

This trip will start at Corinda State High BAY 5 then travel via Pratten St, (R) Cliveden Ave, (L) Oxley Rd, (R) Cook St, (R) Oxley Rail Station, stop A, (R) Tavistock St, (L) Oxley Station Rd, (R) Oxley Rd (S) Blunder Rd, (R) Old Blunder Rd, (L) Wadeville St, (R) Stapylton Rd, (L) Parkwood Dr, (L) Wadeville St, (R) Old Blunder Rd (L) Blunder Rd, (L) Redhead St, (R) Rockfield Rd, (R) Crossacres St, (L) Blunder Rd, (L) Wallaroo Way, U-turn at roundabout Wallaroo Way, (L) Blunder Rd an terminate at the “Blunder/Lorikeet” bus stop approaching Flamingo Street.

For more information about the bus network changes, please direct customers to the TransLink website from the link below, or phone 13 12 30.

Community News

Rugby League club seeks Year 8 & 9 students

Forest Lake Magpies is currently looking for 13 and 14-year-old students to join their rugby league team.

What can they offer?

• 100% commitment to creating, coaching & mentoring the U14’s team; giving them every opportunity to learn and develop their skills and fitness.
• Building a culture of mateship, looking out for one another, and working together to achieve success.
• Every player will have the opportunity for game time, leadership and contributing to the success of the team.

Interested? Come to training Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Warren Ritchie Oval, Boundary Road, Ellen Grove.

Contact Team Manager Skye Fenton for further details via 0448 806 858 or email skye.fenton@dogtainers.com.au.

Lions FC seeking new junior stars

Looking to play football this year? Junior Girls and Boys (6-18 years) registrations are now open at local club, Lions FC.

This is an excellent opportunity for players to join the Lions family. For more information, visit the link below.

Tae Kwon-Do offer for students

Marcela and Adrian from Rhee Tae Kwon-Do Sherwood would like to invite Corinda State High School students and families to try some free lessons at their branch.

Rhee is an inclusive martial art and welcomes people of all ages. Their primary focus is on creating great citizens, anti-bullying, and helping kids become the best version of themselves.

They provide their members with the confidence and self-discipline to work at their goals and make a positive contribution in the community. By catering for the individual, Rhee creates a safe and supportive learning environment through a joint partnership with parents, students and the local community.

Registrations open for 2023 season

St Joseph’s Netball Club is seeking players, umpires, and coaches for the 2023 season. If this sounds like your student, please view the below flyer for details.

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