Term 2 Week 7 Thursday 26 May 2016 PRINCIPAL'S PAGE

P&C Meeting and AGM Our next P&C general meeting and AGM will be held next Monday 30 May at 6.30pm in the Staffroom. This is a new meeting date and is instead of our regular June meeting. The Staffroom is situated at the end of the Administration Building. All parents are invited to attend. P&C Meetings are a good way to find out what is happening in your child’s school. The next MOSHC meeting and Katsuragi Parent IEC meeting will also be held on Monday 30 May. Staff News The following staff have leave during the remainder of the school term:

Dates Staff on leave Replacement

13 – 23 June Mrs Tina Olsson-Pons Ms Tabatha Tones

20 – 24 June Mrs Riis TBA

20 – 24 June Mr Elliott TBA

Mrs Hall has Long Service Leave from 16 to 24 June. Mr Boff will be acting Deputy Principal in her absence. Miss Kitching will be replacing Mr Boff as our Student Engagement Officer and Mrs Jan Beggs will be teaching 2B for this time. Mrs Boccaccini has Long Service Leave from 13 to 24 June. Mr Niotakis will be replacing her as acting HOSE for this period and Mr Greg Chin will replace Mr Niotakis.

Speech Language Pathologist Miss Brooke Holloway, our Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), will finish at Merrimac on Thursday 2 June. Brooke has been our SLP for many years and has always done a fantastic job. She will certainly be missed from our school. Brooke is taking up a position at Pindara Hospital and we wish her all the very best for the future. A replacement for Brooke has been organised by Regional Office. Ms Angela Brown will commence at the start of Term Three and be our SLP for two days a week. The exact working days for Ms Brown are still to be confirmed. New Zealand Conference I will be attending the Trans-Tasman Principals’ Conference from 29 May to 4 June in Auckland. I will actually be part of a QASSP delegation of Principals from Queensland who will be attending the conference. As such QASSP are meeting the majority of costs involved with the conference. During the week, I will have the opportunity to visit a number of New Zealand schools. It should be an exciting and professionally rewarding activity. Upon my return, I will be able to feed back to staff and parents my insights of the New Zealand Education System and the operations of the New Zealand schools. Mrs Hall will be acting Principal in my absence.

Magic of Music Concert Last night our school hosted the Magic of Music Concert in our Performing Arts Centre. The hall was packed with parents and family members who were well and truly entertained during the evening. Thanks go to our fantastic music teachers Mrs Sharpe, Ms Lisa Muir-Wood, Ms Helen Hurst, Mrs Leith Rickert, Miss Deb Body and also our wonderful choir and instrumental students who

showcased their musical achievements for this year. Our school music program continues to grow each year and we now have over two hundred active students in our various musical sections. Thank you to Mrs Lush, who provided expert accompaniment to our performances and to Mr McBlane, who operated the sound system on the night. We certainly appreciate the support of our parents in getting the young musicians to their practice and performance commitments, encouraging children to practise at home and supporting the teachers during the year. Thank you to all the school staff and parents who assisted on the night. It was very much appreciated. Thanks to Mrs Jodie Fry who organised the raffle for the evening and Mrs Collinge who worked on the door during the evening. Mrs Anderson did a fabulous job as the MC on the night and we thank her for her support of our school’s music program. Under 8s Day Today, we celebrated Under 8s day at Merrimac State School on a beautiful May day morning. Mrs Lamburd coordinated the team of Junior School staff in preparing a range of developmentally appropriate activities for all Prep to Year 2 children to enjoy. Parent feedback reinforced that the event was a wonderful way to celebrate early childhood. A big thank you goes to Robina High teachers, for bringing their senior students to undertake the CO2 speed racing cars and also to do face painting with the children. It wouldn’t be the same without the high schoolers. If parents know of any other great activities or community groups which can contribute for next year, don’t hesitate to tell us. Thanks to everyone who helped on the day to make it such a successful event. It is also Chaplaincy Week and our Under Eights sausage sizzle was to raise money for our Chaplaincy program here at Merrimac. It was great to see Mr Jeffrey back at school volunteering his time to assist with the Chappy sausage sizzle. The P&C donated all the food for the barbeque and are a great support to Chappy Steve. Mr Maggs (our school’s Facilities Officer) worked tirelessly behind the scenes organising equipment. Most of all thank you to all of the lovely families who spent their time helping to manoeuvre children around to all the activities and relaxing with a picnic. A great day was had by all. Children Leaving School at the end of Term Two If your child/children will not be returning to Merrimac for Term Three please notify the school office as soon as possible. We have a number of new enrolments for the start of next term and early notification of students leaving our school will assist with class placement of new students. Japanese Speech Contest On Thursday 2 June a number of Merrimac students will be taking part in the Japanese Poetry Speech Competition at Broadbeach State School. We wish them all the very best. Cartooning Lessons The after school cartooning lessons of a Monday afternoon will finish on Monday 20 June (last Monday of Term Two).

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Chicken Pox Parents need to be aware that we have had recently three confirmed cases of chicken pox in the lower end of the school. Please be on the lookout for any signs and symptoms of chicken pox (mild fever, headache, rash, small blisters, etc). If children are showing any of these signs, parents should consult with their doctor for advice and treatment. Information flyers with further details are available from the school office. Years 4 to 6 Athletics Days Our annual Year 4 to 6 athletics carnivals are just thee weeks away and will be held over two days: Monday 13 June (Field events) and Tuesday 14 June (Track events). Students are asked to wear their coloured house shirt, a hat, running shoes and apply plenty of sunscreen. Parents are most welcome to come along and cheer on the students. Children will be trying out for the various field events over the next few weeks. Please note that our lower school athletics day (Prep to Year 3) will be held on Wednesday 15 June. Term Two Reporting To Parents This term Report Cards will go home on Wednesday 22 June for all year levels. As parent/teacher interviews for Prep to Year 6 were held at the end of Term One, it is expected that there will be few parent requests for interviews. If needed, interviews can be arranged during the last week of the term or in early Term Three. Special Request – Parent Parking The manager of Minerology House (the resort across the road from Merrimac State School in Boowaggan Road) has requested that parents of an afternoon please do not park in the resort entrance and block the entry and exit gate. Please adhere to this request so as not to stop cars that are entering and exiting the resort at this time. Foot Steps Dance Workshops Merrimac has again invited The Foot Steps Dance Company to run a series of dance workshops with all year levels in Term 3. Students will learn a variety of dance techniques during the sessions with a focus on fun and fitness. The P&C Association have again subsidised this program bringing the cost down to just $5 per child for the entire course. Further information has been sent home with each student. National Excellence in Teaching Awards (NEITA) Nominations are now open for the National Excellence in Teaching Awards. The NEITA Foundation seeks your support in recognising the efforts of the teachers in our schools. The teachers at Merrimac do a fantastic job and parents may like to nominate them for an award. The closing date for nominations is 31 July 2016. All nominations are to be done online at: www.asg.com.au/nominate Centenary Meeting News In 2017, Merrimac State School will celebrate its Centenary Year. There will be many activities planned to celebrate this milestone in our school’s history. Some of the activities which may comprise the celebrations include: fete, fireworks, bush dance, special sports activities, heritage day, time capsule, centenary mural, special centenary pavers, centenary trivia night, memorabilia room, centenary shirts and memorabilia and school song. Such activities will only be possible with the support of parents, community and staff. We need your ideas and help to make our centenary a huge success. The next Centenary meeting is planned for Tuesday 14

June commencing at 3.30pm in the school’s staffroom. All are welcome. Chappy News Chappy Steve will again be taking part in the Chappy Walk on 18 June. Please see Chappy Steve if you are interested in joining the Chappy Walk from Southport to Coolangatta on the on 18 June as part of the ks4kids for MSS. Please consider sponsoring Chappy Steve or one of the teachers walking on the day. You can find all the details on how to donate or to register at www.ks4kids.org.au The Chappy Walk raises valuable funds for our Chaplaincy Program here at Merrimac. Dental Van at Merrimac SS The Dental Van will be at our school from Monday 20 June. Gold Coast Oral Health Services are offering free dental check-ups to children in Prep to Year 6. This service will be provided on-site by Mobile Dental Van 61. Hours of operation for this clinic are Mondays to Thursdays from 8.00am to 4.30pm. To arrange an appointment for your child telephone the Oral Health Client Service Centre on 1300 300 850, Monday – Friday between 8.00am and 4.30pm, excluding Public Holidays. Child Dental Benefit Schedule Vouchers are accepted. When your child’s $1000 cap is reached, there will be no out-of-pocket expenses provided your child meets *eligibility criteria. * Eligibility – All Queensland resident children aged four years or older who have not completed year 10 of secondary school. Further information on public funded oral health services can be accessed via URL: http://www.health.qld.gov.au/goldcoasthealth/html/services/oralhealth.asp 2016 QCT Excellence in Teaching Awards. Nominate a teacher for the 2016 QCT Excellence in Teaching Awards. Registered teachers from state, Catholic and independent schools and early childhood services are eligible for nomination in four award categories. Nominations close 20 July 2016. Download a nomination form at www.qct.edu.au/awards. Year 6 Lightning Carnival The Year 6 Lightning Carnival was held today and all the children involved seemed to be enjoying the various sporting activities on offer at Merrimac and Miami State High Schools. This event is a traditional event for our Mid Coast Community of Schools giving our girls and boys a chance to mix with other neighbouring primary schools and to experience the high school culture. Premier’s Reading Challenge The Premier's Reading Challenge is on again this year – it’s a great way to encourage reading in your child’s life. The Premier is challenging all students from Prep to Year 6 to read/experience an allocated number of books at their level between 16th May and 26th August. Prep to Year 2 is to read and/or engage with 20 books, Years 3/4 are to read 20 books and Years 5-6 to read 15 books. Most children probably fulfil these requirements at school alone, perhaps with the exception of the upper school. Please let teachers know if your child/ren would like to participate. Children receive a certificate at the end of the program. Enquiries to Mrs Boff in P3 or visit www.education.qld.gov.au/schools/readingchallenge

Silver Rose School Photographs Information We have now completed our first round of photos for 2016. Extra curricular photos (sports) will be available for ordering online at the end of next week. Follow these simple instructions to place your order: � type in your address bar www.silverrose.com.au � select schools � select Co-Curricular ordering � select Merrimac State School, then NEXT � select the year, Category, group and quantity � add to cart � proceed with payment process – check with your child what

the name of their sporting team is to ensure you purchase correctly

Prep Enrolments for 2017 We currently have 120 Prep students. Prep is an extremely important part of our school. In October each year our school offers both a morning and evening orientation session for new families. In November we also hold Prep experience days for our future Prep students. Parents of Prep students for next year are encouraged to enrol their children now. Early enrolment allows the school to be better prepared for the 2017 school year. Now that our school has an official enrolment boundary, all families, especially those residing outside our catchment area, are encouraged to get their Prep enrolments in as early as possible. All enrolments must include the enrolling students Birth Certificate, so please apply now if you do not have one as this process can take many weeks and we cannot accept any enrolment without this document. Breakfast Fitness Program The Breakfast/Fitness program this term is for interested Years 1 to 3 students each Wednesday morning. The fitness component starts at 8.00am and goes through till 8.25am when the children then line up for a well-earned breakfast. Interested students need to commit to the program each week from 8.00am to 8.45am. Thanks to those staff and parents who are assisting with the program. Usually the program is held on the oval but on wet days will take place in the PAC. Thanks to the sports captains who are assisting with the various activities and a big thank you to Carrara Woolworths and Merrimac McDonalds who both support this program at our school. Parent Fitness (Boot Camp) Program – free for Merrimac Parents Thanks to Tina Nenadic, from Ray White Robina Real Estate, we are continuing this term with the free fitness program for our parents. Simone Doyle, who works for Ray White Robina Real Estate, is the fitness instructor who runs the sessions weekly in the MPC/Tennis Court area each Thursday from 1.45pm to 2.45pm. It is completely free. Any parents who wish to be involved in the fitness program can contact Tina directly on 0402984898. Simone can only cater up to 20 in the session so please register your interest with Tina as soon as possible. School Website and QSchools Smartphone App The QSchools app is available to the school community as a free download via the Apple iTunes store and Google Play. Update regularly to access the latest features. From the desk of Ralph and Rosie Merrimac State School Focus of The week Over this past week, the children at Merrimac State School have been examining the personal quality of Resilience. Resilience is the ability to ‘bounce back’ from life’s challenges and maintain a positive outlook. In their classes and on parade, the boys and girls

at MSS have been asked to engage in discussions and role plays on this topic. Congratulations to 4A and 2C for receiving the Ralph and Rosie Awards this week. 4A received their award for being a polite and well-mannered class. 2C received their award for organising themselves through respectful lining up after break times. Well done to all the boys and girls for being Safe, Respectful Learners. Parents you may be interested to know that FABIC has a workshop coming up.

• Understanding Autism Spectrum and Behavioural

Disorders - Tuesday 7th June 2016 1 Day | Cost $125 |

9am-3pm | Tuesday 7th June 2016

Available at the Fabic Centre, Gold Coast and Worldwide via Webinar and delayed telecast for up to 5 days after the event. Please contact FABIC on 55 305 099 for further information.

From Ralph and Rosie Koala Joeys The Koala Joeys Family Program – a Transition to School program - has been specifically created to deliver in all primary schools for families with children under school age. It focuses on empowering parents and carers to use nursery rhymes, songs, dance, movement and stories as a tool to form secure attachments. Early literacy and early numeracy information is shared during the program in a fun, interactive and supportive environment. Koala Joeys is held Fridays in the MPC Conference Room from 9.00am – 10.0am. See you there! Student Banking – Important Information We have a volunteer who processes deposits on your behalf but she is not a Commonwealth bank employee and cannot access your child’s account for balances, withdrawals or queries. As a courtesy to the volunteer who gives up her time each Monday to process student banking please ensure the deposit slip is completed each week, the correct money is handed in and check that you have not included foreign coins, they cannot be accepted and will be returned to you. Thank you for assisting with this. If you would like to open a student account just pop along to any branch of the Commonwealth Bank, who will be able assist you.

FINANCE NEWS

Invoicing Invoices for events are emailed to all parents/caregivers of participating/invited students who have an active email on our database. If your child is participating you can make payment online but be sure to complete the permission form and return to the finance window for verification. Look on the top right hand side of the invoice for the event description. When using Bpoint follow the directions carefully as incorrectly deposited money remains unallocated. When using Bpoint ensure you allow 3-4 days to process. When the payment date for the event closes and we cancel unpaid invoices if you did not pay for this event you will receive an adjustment notice email, this is not a credit. We are currently collecting money for:

Participants Event Cost Payment due date

Selected Year 5 and 6 students

Canberra $250 1 June

Canberra $250 20 July

Canberra $250 10 Aug

Selected Band/Strings Students

Band/Strings Camp

$295 27 May

MUSIC NEWS

REGIONAL MUSIC CAMP – 20 – 23 June – Advanced band and strings students who have been accepted.

INSTRUMENTAL/CHOIR REHEARSAL SCHEDULE Junior Choir – Monday mornings 8.00am – 8.30am Senior Choir –Friday mornings 8.00am – 8.45am

Senior Band – Tuesday 3.00pm – 4.00pm Junior Band – Wednesday 3.00pm - 4.00pm Senior Strings – Thursday 3.00pm – 3.45pm

Intermediate Strings – Thursday 8.00am – 8.45am (Inst Room) Beginner Strings - Thursday 8.00am – 8.45am (Music Room)

STUDENTS OF THE WEEK

Congratulations to our Students of the Week: Sree V P1, Jack L P1, Brianna E P2, Angus B P2, Lelaina M P3, Len H P3, Bodhi N P4, Scarlett J P4, Rhys J P5, Bailey G P5, Tahlia L 1A, Natalia T 1A, Tonya W 1B, Jack W 1B, Annabel B 1C, Michael H 1C, Danielle S 1D, Emily P 1D, Matthew R 1E, Lyla C 1E, Billy H 2A, Clancey H 2A, Ludmila R 2B, Jayden H 2B, Riley D 2D, Joshua C 2D, Sancia S 2E, Thomas W 2E, Si T 3/4M, Megan S 3A, Ronnie H 3B, Gracie H 3C, Taj B 3D, Ally H 4A, Kylie O 4B, Runo A 4C, Carrin E 4D, Harrison L 5A, Chelsea J 5B, Jeremy M 5C, William B 5D, Grace B 6A, Ella C 6B, Sorato M 6C, Kershaw G 6D.

PE NEWS

District Cross Country We had a wonderful day at the District Cross Country on Monday. It was also a very busy day with the District High Schools running as well. Merrimac had 20 students doing their best and displaying great School Spirit on the day. Well done to Cody Harrington who finished in the top 10 in his race and will now compete at the Regional Cross Country. We wish Cody all the very best. Well done everyone and a big thank you to Mrs Lees for being a great team manager.

Mr Singh (PE Teacher) FREE Golfing Program finishes tomorrow The FREE golf sessions will conclude tomorrow Friday 27 May.

INTERSCHOOL SPORTS DRAW FRIDAY 27 MAY

Girls Oztag at Marymount College, Burleigh Waters 5A v Caningeraba on Field 2 @ 1.35pm 6A v St Brigid’s on Field 12 @ 1.35pm 6B v Marymount on Field 10 @ 12.45pm Rugby League Firth Park, Mudgeeraba 6B v Mudgeeraba on Field 1 @ 12.45pm Netball at Firth Park, Mudgeeraba 5B v William Duncan on Court 5 @ 1.20pm 6A v Gold Coast Christian College on Court 2 @ 12.50pm 6B v St Vincent’s on Court 3 @ 1.20pm Soccer at Italo-Australian Soccer Club/St Vincent’s, Clear Island Waters 5A Boys v Worongary on SV2 @ 1.35pm 5B Boys v Caningeraba on SV4 @ 12.40pm 6A Boys v Marymount on IAC2 @ 12.40pm 5A Girls v Robina 4’s on SV4 @ 1.35pm

P&C NEWS

Disco Thank Yous A big thank you to our Parent IEC team, students and our teaching and support staff for another fabulous Disco last week. Lots of time and effort goes in behind the scenes to create these events, and we greatly appreciate you putting this together. I’m sure we all agree events like discos create an excellent opportunity for our children to socialise in a less formal setting within the safe surrounds of our wonderful school.

P&C AGM Our P&C AGM is now scheduled for Monday 30 May. At this meeting all committee positions will become vacant and a new committee will be elected for the following positions: • President • Vice President • Minutes Secretary • Correspondence Secretary • Treasurer Also we need to elect a Fundraising Coordinator and fill positions on several P&C sub committees. Interested parents are invited to come along and be part of our P&C. Becoming involved in the Parents and Citizens Association enables you to ‘have a say’ about your child’s education. You learn a great deal about the environment your child spends so much time in and how Education Queensland operates. You meet new friends, learn to work as a team and most importantly you become a community member and feel a part of our school. Our P&C do a great job for our school. Please come along and support your child’s school. The AGM meeting will commence at 6.30pm in the school staffroom and all interested parents are invited to attend. A general meeting will follow the AGM. Entertainment Books The P&C is again running an Entertainment Book fundraiser. These entertainment books are always very popular and we encourage parents to support this P&C fundraising activity. Type into your address bar www.entbook.com.au/144d320

JAPANESE NEWS

Education Perfect - The CHAMPIONSHIPS are almost over…

Don’t miss your last opportunity to gain points as the competition

closes at 5pm today.

BOOKSHOP and UNIFORM SHOP HOURS

During the school term the bookshop opens Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8am – 9am.

TUCKSHOP NEWS

Volunteer roster for week commencing 30 May:

Date Volunteers – Thank you

STATE OF ORIGIN 1 MEAL DEAL FOR

THURSDAY 2 JUNE $5* • Pluto Pup w sauce • Packet of Chips • S.O.O. Jelly cup • Bottled Water

30/5 Mayumi

31/5 Yoko, Mel

1/6 Fed, Mel

2/6 Maria S, Yoko, Mayumi

3/6 Mayumi

* add extra 50c to upgrade to Flavoured Milk or Springwater

Many thanks to our volunteers this week. It’s been rather busy with many events happening. We are selling our Cheese & Ham, Vegemite & Cheese or Plain Cheese scrolls @ 50c each. These are baked inside a light puff pastry and are available everyday. We are also selling Sweet Potato wedges @ $3.00 per serve. Have a great week everyone. ~ Denise ~

FROM THE MASTER TEACHER

2C and 2D have been learning about the History of Merrimac and our beautiful school. On Friday morning the children were delighted to welcome Dr Pointing into their classroom to hear all about how school life at Merrimac has changed since 1917 when Merrimac first opened. He brought along pictures and documents to show the students a typical school day at Merrimac. The students were excited to hear in 1917 a school day consisted of English, Arithmetic, gardening and cane weaving. When hearing that some students came to school on horseback their simple car drop off seemed very boring.

Dr Pointing also shared his experiences when he was in primary school and the students were very envious to hear that wearing a school uniform including shoes was not compulsory! Tapio and Chloe presented Dr Pointing with a certificate thanking him for his informative and enjoyable presentation. Thank you for sharing your invaluable knowledge with our students Dr Pointing.'

ACTIVE SCHOOL TRAVEL

Poster Competition Results Congratulations to the following Merrimac students who received Certificates of Merit in the Active Travel ARTAST 2016 Competition. Junior Category: Solitaire Fort Senior Category: Sheridan Carter and Madelyn Barnes

Walk to School Day Thank yous Last Friday was the official Walk Safely to School Day. Thanks to Ms Parker for coordinating this event here at school. It was great to see so many staff walking to school last Friday with the students. A big thank you to Ms Parker, Mrs Conder, Mrs Wakelin, Mrs O’Mullane, Mr Singh,

Mrs Crozier and Mrs Werder. I’m sure the children were thrilled to walk to school last Friday morning with the teachers.

SURFSIDE LOST AND FOUND

Re: Lost Property - Jumper/Jacket - found on a Surfside Bus Merrimac - Spray jacket Size 14 No name The Property is at the Molendinar Depot 5552 2700 Open for collection of Lost Property 08.30am to 04.00pm Mon – Fri. We keep items for 30 days from the day they are handed in. Address - Surfside Buslines Attn: Lost Property 1 Mercantile Court Molendinar Qld 4214 Bus - If you can't get there by car, you can catch a 742 bus from Southport TAFE to the depot to collect. Please just let the driver know when you get on the bus that you are going to the Depot for collection of Lost Property. The 742 Departs Southport 8 minutes past the hour & takes approximately 30 minutes to arrive. Times relevant are 08.08am to 3.08pm. Please ask him to wait for you when you get off the bus and he will take you back also. It Departs the Molendinar Depot to return to Southport at 56 minutes past the hour. Mail - You can mail in a pre-paid post pack and they can mail your property back to you. Buy 1 Post pack and 1 envelope + the appropriate $ amount of postage to mail your item back to your address.

Address the post pack to yourself & keep the Consignment note number. Address the envelope to them and put the post pack inside and mail to Surfside.

SCHOLASTIC BOOK CLUB

Book Club brochures were given to students in class last week. The closing date for this issue is next Wednesday, 1st June. The same brochure is given to students from Prep through to Year 6,

so please use the guide down the side of pages to assist in selecting age appropriate books. If you wish to make a purchase, please follow these instructions:- Cash Orders - - Complete the order form on the back of the brochure

including the child’s name, class and phone number at the top;

- Clearly label an envelope with “Book Club Order”;

- Into this envelope, place the order form together with

correct money or cheque payable to Scholastic

- Hand the envelope into the finance window at school (open on

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays only)

Credit Card Orders – Our school is registered to use the LOOP Ordering System for Book Club credit card payments. Please follow the instructions on the brochure order form and online to complete your credit card order.

BOOK CLUB ORDERS CLOSE 9.00AM, WEDNESDAY 1st JUNE

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Past student school leader Jamieson Schmitzer has just gained the role of Jane Banks in the local production of Mary Poppins at The Arts Centre Gold Coast. Congratulations Jamieson! If you are interested in the performances the show runs from 17-25 June. Go to theartscentregc.com.au for details and bookings.

UPCOMING EVENTS

S.E.Q Foster and Kinship Care Service

Kalwun S.E.Q Foster & Kinship Care need Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander families to become Foster

Carers for our children in care.

Currently 70% of our children are placed in non-Indigenous placements. We NEED Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Foster

Carers to provide a safe & secure home. Provide and maintain cultural connections for all our children.

Kalwun S.E.Q Foster & Kinship Care, now service areas between Logan, Inala, Beaudesert, Beenleigh, Gold Coast, and surrounding

areas.

Who can become Foster & Kinship Carers? � Couples—with or without children

� Singles—with or without children

� Aunts, Uncles, Grandparents, extended family members

� Same Sex Couples or Singles – with or without children

Kalwun S.E.Q Foster & Kinship Care Service welcome the

opportunity to come & have a yarn on how you can make a real difference in our children’s lives.

Please Contact Lee on P: 07 55 208 600

E: Lelvin@kalwun.com.au

FANFARE PICTURES

Mon 30 May 5.30pm Merrimac IEC Meeting

Mon 30 May 5.45pm Merrimac Outside School Hours Care meeting

Mon 30 May 6.30pm P&C Meeting

Thurs 2 June Japanese Speaking Competition (for selected students)

Thurs 9 June 5.00pm to 8.30pm Katsuragi/Merrimac Video Teleconference (families have set times)

Mon 13 June Senior Athletics – Field Events

Tues 14 June Senior Athletics – Track Events

Tues 14 June 3.30pm Centenary meeting in staffroom in Admin Block

Wed 15 June Junior Athletics

15 to 17 June Year 5 Camp

Fri 17 June Last day of Interschool sport

From 20 June Dental Van at Merrimac SS

20 to 23 June Regional Music Camp (selected students)

Wed 22 June Report Cards to be sent home

Thurs 23 June Student Leadership Day at Tallebudgera Beach School

Fri 24 June Last school day for term

24 to 26 June Mudgeeraba Show

Mon 11 July School Resumes for Term Three