Dear Parents,
 
We are rapidly drawing to the close of this term and with it the much anticipated Yr 7 trip to Canberra.  This year’s preparations have been hindered by the swine flu epidemic but the trip should proceed as originally planned and will be a marvellous experience for all involved.  I will be attending the excursion from next Tuesday and
Mrs Boyle will be in Canberra with the children from Sunday when they leave.  In my absence, Mrs Roe will be acting Principal; Mrs Bell will support Peggy in the office on Wednesday to Friday.  Special acknowledgement to Mrs Rawlinson and the Year 7 teachers who have organised every small detail of the trip to ensure a safe and productive time for all.
 
The Tuckshop is to receive a major refurbishment later this year, and the best part is, is that we don’t have to pay for it.  Due to the wonderful grant applying skills of Mrs Michele McKeering we have been successful in receiving a grant from the Community
Gaming Fund to upgrade our kitchen facilities.  Well done Michele.  This is great news for all.
 
The first part of the classroom refurbishment program will begin next week. Most of the classrooms will be repainted internally.  The painters will begin in the Year 7 rooms as these students will be away next week.  Following the painting we hope to carpet most rooms.  The timeline for this is as soon as possible in Term 3.
 
An issue that is being repeated almost everyday is the use of mobile phones by parents in cars at drop off and pickup times.  This is simply unacceptable, given that it is both illegal and an unnecessary risk to our children.  Please ensure that this practice is stopped for all concerned.  I would also ask, that if using the bottom carpark to not park on the pathways.  Once again it creates a safety concern and also makes it almost
impossible for the bus to park safely.
 
On Monday evening, I along with many teachers and parents had the opportunity to listen to and watch 147 of our young people show their talents as part of our Musical Showcase.  We have some very talented students here and this is complemented by some very capable teachers.  Thank-you to our teachers, Mr Donald Smith, Mrs Alison
Isaak, Mrs Marilyn Linnett, Mrs Debbie Sweetman, Ms Jodie Miller, Mrs Jan Smith, Tertia Hogan and Mrs Trisha Riding.
 
Kind Regards
 
Gary