Head of Junior School
Congratulations
We were thrilled to welcome Ms Hurley back this week after her wedding last weekend to her new husband, Dave. I know many families who have had Ms Hurley as their child’s class teacher over the last decade will be equally thrilled and as Class 3 Red parents are already aware, Ms Hurley will combine her honeymoon with her deserved Long Service Leave in Term 3. Ms Hurley will keep her name at school for the rest of the year so there is also no change to her email address.
Likewise we extend our very best wishes to Ms Harding, our Maths specialist teacher, who gets married next week and wish her and her future husband, Sean, a lifetime of happiness together.
Medications on Yr 6 Camp
Preparations are at the final stages for our Yr 6 Camp and if your child requires medication (prescribed or OTC) on camp, you will need to complete and return a Medical Authority Form (MAF) located on Pulse HERE to Mr Atkins (Head of Outdoor Education) via email at eatkins@redlands.nsw.edu.au.
This form will need to be returned to Mr Atkins by Friday 24 April. Students should not be arriving to camp without a completed MAF if they require medication. Please contact Mr Atkins for any other questions.
Secondary School Musical
Last Saturday, my wife and I enjoyed the spectacular Secondary School Musical performance of The Addams Family. We were in bewildered awe at the incredible talent on stage, in the music pit and working behind the scenes to deliver what felt like a West End or Broadway production.
Of particular note, (as I was gradually working out who was who under the make up!) I was filled with immense pride at seeing so many former Junior School students from Yrs 7-12 shining brightly on stage and obviously loving the experience and the chance to perform.
Congratulations to all of the students and staff involved in providing such a high-quality show over three days to so many of us and what was the highlight of my weekend.
International Day: Tuesday 4 April
Our School community is looking forward to our annual International Day event next Tuesday. Students are encouraged to dress up in either international dress or colours for the day and teachers will have a series of themed lessons during the day.
Thank you to the many parents who will join classrooms to share your own cultural backgrounds and experiences, always an important and insightful part of this day.
Message from OOSH
With the end of the term just around the corner, our OOSH team would like to say “thank you” to all families for the amazing term and support we have received from the beautiful community. Don’t forget to check our page on Pulse for more information about activities and bookings. If you have any questions, please give us a call or send an email.
Vacation Care reminders:
- We provide morning and afternoon tea, but we don’t provide lunch
- Children MUST be walked down to the OOSH room and signed in by their parents
- Children going on excursions, must have a signed permission slip (available on HubHello, Pulse and at the service)
Uniform Shop
Holiday Opening Hours
The Uniform Shop will close at 4pm on Thursday 6 April and reopen on Thursday 20 April 2023. To make an appointment for a winter uniform fitting, please click HERE or visit Pulse for further details.
Winter Uniform
All students must return in full winter uniform on the first day of Term 2. Blazers are compulsory to be worn to and from school in all year groups. Further information on winter uniform requirements can be found HERE
From the Chaplain
We look forward to the coming Easter Season at Redlands and welcome all parents to join for a special End of Term Prayer Gathering on Wednesday 5 April at 7pm in the David Armstrong Room, St Peter’s Cremorne. Our staff are invited to a Service of Prayer and Reflection on 6 April at 7.45am at St Peter’s Cremorne.
Mr Ari Guha
Head of Junior School
aguha@redlands.nsw.edu.au
9953 6022