Bellingen Public School

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Telephone02 6655 1147

Emailbellingen-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Upcoming events

Wednesday

27

March

2024 Cross Country

Date

27 March

Time

9:30-11:30 AM

Location
Bellingen Public School

Bellingen Public School K-6 Cross Country Carnival will be held this coming Wednesday, 27th of March 2024 at Bellingen Public School. When: Wednesday 27th March Time: 9:30am Where: Bellingen Public School, bottom oval What to bring: Drink bottle, hat, running shoes. Students to wear house colours Marx (yellow), Doepel (blue), Jarrett (green), Noble (red) Spectators: Parents and caregivers are welcome on site to cheer on their children. All parents are to sign in through the front office as a visitor on site, prior to spectating. Students turning 8 this year or older will be eligible to compete at District Cross Country which will be held early next term. Students in Kindergarten and Year 1 will participate in a fun run.

Wednesday

03

April

2024 Parent Teacher Interviews

Date

03-12 April

Time

3:30-5:30 PM

Location
Bellingen Public School

Parent/Teacher interviews will be held in Weeks 10 and 11 between Wednesday 3rd to Friday 12th of April. Interviews are strictly 15 minutes and spaces are limited. TO BOOK YOUR INTERVIEW: Go to www.schoolinterviews.com.au and enter the code: wtehz OR go to https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/wtehz OR scan the QR Code: Step 1: Enter your details Step 2: Choose the teachers you wish to see Step 3: Choose the time(s) you want. When you select GO your selected bookings will be emailed to your nominated email address immediately. If you do not receive your email, please check your junk-mail, or enter the event code again and check your email address spelling. DO NOT DELETE the email you receive as this contains important information you will need to refer to later. REMEMBER TO ADD YOUR APPOINTMENTS TO YOUR CALENDAR – reminders will not be sent home. Bookings must be finalised by Thursday 28th March 2024 at 4pm. If you need to view, change or cancel your bookings: · Click on the link in the confirmation email you received after you made your bookings. · OR return to https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/ and enter the code and the email address you used when making your bookings.

Monday

03

June

Compass Music Festival

Date

03 June

Time

All day

Location
Wiigulga Sports Complex Woolgoolga

Compass Music Festival, more information will be added closer to the date.

Wednesday

19

June

Great Aussie Bush Camp Year 5 Excursion

Date

19-21 June

Time

All day

Location
Great Aussie Bush Camp, Tea Gardens

This year, all Year 5 students will attend an excursion to The Great Aussie Bush Camp at Tea Gardens from Wednesday, 19th June, to Friday, 21st June 2024. They will be participating in a 3-day Outdoor Education program. A visit to the Great Aussie Bush Camp is an opportunity for students to learn new skills, develop closer relationships with peers, and be provided with new and exciting experiences that improve their resilience and self-esteem. Students will be participating in a variety of outdoor activities from the following categories: heights, aquatic, bush, and recreation. The estimated cost of this excursion is $390.00, although this initial cost may change once numbers have been confirmed. This price covers transport to and from the venue, instructors, accommodation, and all food, apart from lunch on Wednesday. If you wish your child to attend, please complete the expression of interest and return it with a $50 non-refundable deposit by Friday, 23rd February 2024. The final payment is due Friday, 31st May 2024. To assist families with the cost of the excursion, an application for school assistance can be made via an appointment with the Principal. Please contact the office to arrange. Periodic payments can be made throughout the year to assist families with budgeting.

Tuesday

10

September

Year 4 Yarra Adventure Park Camp

Date

10-12 September

Time

All day

Location
Yarra Adventure Park Camp, 366 Grassy Head Rd, Grassy Head

This year, all Year 4 students will attend an excursion to Yarra Adventure Park at Grassy Head from Tuesday 10th September, to Thursday 12th September 2024 (Week 8 Term 3). They will be participating in a 3-day Outdoor Adventure Education program. The excursion involves staying for two nights at the park and participating in a variety of adventure activities that provide a fun and challenging experience for students. It provides the opportunity for them to learn new skills, foster collaboration and build trust with their peers. The estimated cost of this excursion is $358.00, although this initial cost may change once numbers have been confirmed. This price covers transport to and from the venue, instructors, accommodation, and all food, apart from morning tea on Tuesday. An information session for families will be held in Term 3. If you wish your child to attend, please complete the expression of interest and return it with a $50 non-refundable deposit by Thursday 11th April 2024. The final payment is due Friday 9th August 2024. See attached note for further details.