The names of our sports houses come from significant people in the early years of our school, however recently modern animal mascots and house shirts were designed. Our students proudly wear their house shirts on Fridays. House shirts are an optional uniform item and can be purchased at School Locker Townsville.
History of our sports houses
Bell House
Bell House was named in honour of Owen Bell who was Acting Headteacher when Currajong State School opened in 1954. He saw it grow to one of the largest Primary Schools in Townsville, and was its Deputy Principal for 21 years until his retirement in 1976.
During his term as Deputy Principal this gentlemanly bachelor was highly respected and well loved by children and staff. His skill as a raconteur of traditional folklore was appreciated at many staff functions. He was interested in all facets of children’s development, and encouraged excellence in academic and sporting skills.
Chandler House
Chandler House was named in honour of Noel Chandler, a teacher at Currajong State School for 10 years. He was tragically killed on Christmas Eve 1974 whilst returning from his Bowling Club.
Besides being a dedicated teacher, Noel excelled at sport and coached Rugby League, Cricket, Hockey and Athletics teams. Noel was a member of the Parks Hockey Club and after playing with them for many years became their coach.
Party Dances form a continuing memorial to Noel, as through his enthusiasm and skill as an instructor, these became so successful that they still form part of Currajong’s social calendar for pupils. The stone cairn and plaque with the commemorative grove of trees form part of Currajong’s memorial to Noel. The Noel Chandler Shield for Boys is presented at the annual Interschool Sports Carnival.
Weckert House
Weckert House was named in honour of Sophie Weckert who was a staff member at Currajong State School. She was a South Australian trained teacher who loved teaching and above all - children. Her dedication to teaching was reflected in her willingness to help all children.
She excelled in many aspects of sport, and she was influential in the formation of the Townsville Netball Association. Outside of school hours she was an avid skydiver. She and her husband were tragically killed whilst on their way to Rockhampton for skydiving commitments in March 1975. The stone cairn and plaque with the commemorative grove of trees form part of Currajong’s memorial to Sophie. The A Grade Schools compete for the Sophie Weckert Memorial Shield for girls at the Annual Interschool Sports.
Young House
Young House was named to honour Richard (Dick) Young who was the second Principal of Currajong State School. He held this position for 16 years until his retirement in 1979. During his term as Principal, Currajong State School became one of the largest and most influential schools in North Queensland.
Sport, particularly Hockey and Cricket, played an important part in his life.
Dick Young’s belief in the development of the whole child is reflected today in many of the skills encouraged at Currajong, such as high academic standards, acceptable social behaviour, artistic pursuits, performing arts, as well as sporting prowess.