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JUNIOR SCHOOL UPCOMING EVENTS

Reporting Live from Canberra!

I am currently enjoying a wonderful couple of days with Yr 6 on camp in sunny Canberra. Simple opportunities to sit and enjoy a conversation over a meal or on a hike with students are always a highlight for me as I spend time on each Junior School camp.

The students have been actively engaged in rich learning experiences in both civics and outdoor education such as the high-ropes course, camping, canoeing, hiking and mountain biking, interspersed with curriculum-related learning experiences at CSIRO, the Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, the Museum of Australian Democracy and the wonderful National Gallery of Australia.

One of the things that has made me particularly proud has been observing how the students have been looking after one another and consistent feedback I have received from various sources about how polite, engaged and respectful the group have been. One of the staff at Parliament House stopped our staff to specifically commend groups for their respectful behaviour and their intelligent questions and prior knowledge of the workings of Parliament.

To assist in meeting the cost of part of our week in the nation’s capital, the Australian Government generously contributes funding of $20 per student under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs, which is duly acknowledged and paid directly to the School upon completion of the excursion. This has supported the opportunity for our students to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy. The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education.

We have posted a number of pictures of the trip so far on the Year 6 page on Redlands Pulse for you to enjoy and get a feel of the trip so far and I look forward to joining families welcome the group back on Friday afternoon. I know you will also join me in thanking the fabulous team of teachers here caring for the group. It is a huge responsibility but the meticulous planning of Mrs Robinson and her team has helped with the smooth organisation of the week.

Yr 6 Parents and Students – Secondary School Transition Session

Monday 3 May
8.45-10.00am
Redlands Hall
Senior Campus

Year 6 Information Session 2021 Invitation

This is a reminder to all Year 6 parents about the Secondary School Transition Session next Monday morning. We look forward to seeing you there. 

Could parents please register their attendance via this Google Form to help us with planning the parent tour. You can also include any specific questions you would like addresed at the Transition Session.

Year 6 students should be dropped at school as usual on Monday morning and they will be accompanied by their class teacher to the Senior Campus for the 8.45am start.

Mother’s Day Breakfast Friday 7 May, 7.45am

We invite all mothers and carers to a special Mother’s Day breakfast next week. To assist in our catering, could you please RSVP here now.  

Junior Piano Competition

Last Friday afternoon, Mr Webber and I were thrilled to be part of the audience at this year’s annual Junior Piano Competition. The quality of performance from every child was exceptional and our guest judge, Dr Kirill Monorosi, also noted the high overall level of performance.

It truly was a memorable afternoon in the Edwards Auditorium within the Music Centre on the Senior Campus and I extend my congratulations to all of the students involved and the overall winner, Andy Guan.

Belinda Oxley Scholarship Appeal Card Competition

We always value participation from all members of our community and are especially grateful for the valued contribution from our students, many of whom entered the creative Arts competition at the end of last term. Almost fifty artworks were received across Preparatory and Junior age groups and the winners will be announced in our assembly next week.

The Redlands Arts cards will be available to pre-order from 13 May and purchase details will be advertised in Note Day. All proceeds raised will contribute towards the Belinda Oxley Scholarship. Thank you to all of our budding young artists who participated in this worthy cause.

CHAPLAIN

This week’s article from our Chaplains Bronwyn Lihou and Fiona McKenzie can be accessed via the button above.

A reminder to mark in your diary on Thursday 13 May, 8.00-9.00pm, the Parent run prayer group, in the David Armstrong Room at St Peter’s Church (with parking located on Waters Rd). Please contact Sally Swan at swanlsally@gmail.com for further information.

Mr Ari Guha
Head of Junior School 
aguha@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9953 6022