On Monday night, we enjoyed the annual AMPED! Rock Music performances at The Factory in Marrickville. The courage and confidence shown by the performers of all ages was incredible and the audience participation was loud and encouraging. I would especially like to thank Mr Eddy Fairburn and all the Music staff for this very professional evening and commend all performers.
Last Friday we had some new members of staff. A number of our Year 12 students volunteered to teach a range of Year 7 and 8 classes. Ranging History to Drama, Mathematics to D.T and PDHPE mixed with Science and a dose of French, it was a full and varied day.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, concerned citizens can change world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead
As we reach the midpoint of the term, it’s a timely reminder of the importance of balance in our students’ lives. This term often brings increased academic demands along with co-curricular commitments, making it essential that we continue to support our young people in maintaining their wellbeing.
Friday night kicked off the weekend with an enthralling volleyball showdown between Cranbrook and Knox in the VCH.
Cranbrook was proudly represented by seven students at the NSW All Schools Swimming Championships, held on Thursday 22 and Friday 23 May at Sydney Olympic Park.
Getting to the top is easy, it’s staying up there that proves difficult. After an array of wins against St Aloysius it was back down to earth after the fixture against Knox.
This weekend's fixtures against Knox were a great showcase of the growth of Cranbrook
Football.
Two unforgettable evenings of music and community spirit lit up our school’s cultural calendar this term.
This year, our school proudly presents the 2025 Shakespeare Carnival—a creative competition that invited students to reimagine the works of William Shakespeare through performance, music, film, and design.
Last Sunday, a group of Cranbrook students (George McIntosh, Isaac McIntosh, Nicholas Long, Tommy De Vos, Ned Granger, and Jan Druijff) entered the Humpty Dumpty Foundation’s fun run, the Balmoral Burn a 420m uphill race, raising $160 for the foundation.
I had the opportunity to help fundraise, but most importantly, raise awareness for The Salvation Army on 25 May as part of the annual Red Shield Appeal.
On Sunday 18 May, 80 Cranbrook students and staff took part in the inaugural Youth Off The Streets Sleepout.
On Tuesday 26 May, Year 9 Geography students explored the dynamic coastal environment of Sydney Harbour, travelling by ferry from Rose Bay to Watsons Bay.
A round up of articles to read.
In the Anglican Church, Baptism is the sacrament that welcomes individuals into the Christian faith, signifying rebirth and the washing away of sin.
Calling all students, parents, siblings, friends, staff to join the Cranbrook team in the City2Surf in support of charity Running for Premature Babies on 10 August.