P&F Meeting 2017 Support the work of the school The Role of the P&F Support the work of the school Not a decision making body

Decisions - routine - Learning – Staff, CEDP, Board of Studies, National Curriculum - Culture of our school – parents, Parish, wider community

In the past the structure of the P&F………… Large group of people Mainly fundraising - The fete Canteen volunteers Helping with school events Roles President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Sub committees

The Four Principles of the P&F Learning (information nights and workshops) 2. Welfare (supporting families in our community) 3. Communication – Facebook 4. Fundraising – Mothers Day - Fathers Day - Walkathon

It was an action packed and fun filled day enjoyed by all. Walkathon Committee 2017 What is the Walkathon? The Walkathon is OLQP’s major fundraiser. It is held the last day of Term 3 and involves the students along with their teachers walking along a designated walking path approved by the school with some fun activities along the way. At the end of the Walkathon the students enjoy a BBQ Sausage sizzle lunch in which parents are also invited to attend. Last year’s activities included Zumba, AFL, Boot Camp, Dance and Taekwondo depending on age. In 2016 we raised over $45,000 the highest ever fundraiser at OLQP to date and handed out over 90 prizes to some very excited students. For every $5.00 raised the student received a raffle ticket to go into a draw to win a prize. Prizes included two i-pads one for the highest school fundraiser and one in the general raffle, books, movie tickets, day passes, vouchers and a variety of family experiences. All our prizes where generously donated by a variety of businesses and our school community. It was an action packed and fun filled day enjoyed by all.

How did students raise money? Early in Term 3 Students are each given a sponsorship card. Students them ask family and friends to sponsor them. Students receive 1 raffle ticket for every $5.00 raised. There is no specific amount that students are required to raise. All money collected is due back to school first week in Term 4. What will the P&F Walkathon Committee 2017 be responsible for? - To be able to source / negotiate / assist in securing sponsor donated prizes suitable for primary aged school children by letter, phone call or face to face. -Assist if required to negotiate “kindly donated” activity stations as approved by teachers. -Assist in collating all sponsors advertising material to go home in a Walkathon Thankyou Pack the last week of term. Time required All meetings are held after school from 3.30pm in the staff room. You are able to bring your own children if you wish. Term 1 – One meeting with Walkathon Committee which includes teachers on the Committee Term 3 4-6 meetings which entire Walkathon Committee including teachers

Mothers Day Stall May 2017 OVERVIEW The Mother’s Day Stall is for children who wish to buy a special gift for their mum. If your child does not have the opportunity to buy something on this day, we will be opening the stall on Thursday, 10th May from 8.30am-9.30am. There will be a fantastic range of gifts ranging from $1- $10. Please provide a plastic bag to take these memorable gifts home. We are also looking for volunteers to help with the Motherr’s Day stall. If you are available to help out, please select one of the following time slots and return to the office by --’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’’. We are unable to contact everyone so please come at your nominated time. The Mother’s Day stall will be set up in the Media Room. Please ensure you have completed the online working with children check. To complete the Child Protection Course for Volunteers go to www.olqpgreystanes.catholic.edu.au and click on the Child Protection training module for parents link, which will take you to the following site - http://childprotection.parra.catholic.edu.au/training.

A new structure for a new time……… The P&F Committee Will be open to anyone who would like to take part. There will be no specific roles. Will meet once per term with the Principal to discuss: - The learning opportunities for parents The content of the next P&F meeting Any welfare considerations The organization of the three fundraising events General business

Discuss Feedback

P&F Form

Goals for this year Playground equipment for Kindergarten Playground equipment for other areas Grant – sails over the passive area and Music playground A cola over the Braeside Road playground Tiered seating near the canteen BYOD for Year 6 and technology upgrade for all classes

WELCOME! Working collaboratively with schools and parents, the PRC provides additional opportunities for parents to become involved in their child’s school community and learning journey. With access to information and educational opportunities via parent forums and guest speakers, parents can become active participants in their child’s schooling. The PRC are here to provide you with helpful links to resources and support. We encourage and welcome your feedback and suggestions, because we are your elected representatives! Check with your school principal about how to get involved!

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