FINANCE

YEARS 3-6 MURRI TUCKER INCURSION (12 & 16 MAY)

Invoices have been sent out.  Payment of $15.00 is due by 15 May 2025.

YEARS 3 WILDLIFE EXCURSION (4 JUNE)

Invoices have been sent out.  Payment of $15.00 is due by 4 June 2025.

CHORAL FANFARE EXCURSION (6 JUNE)

Invoices have been sent out.  Payment of $10.00 is due 29 May 2025.

YEAR 6 LAPTOP

Invoices have been set out.  You can pay in full or by instalments as set out on invoice.  (Second instalment of $100.00 is due by 9 June 2025).

STUDENT RESOURCE SCHEME

Student Resource Scheme (SRS) invoices have been emailed out.  

If you would like to discuss the SRS or you would like to set up a payment plan, please contact our Business Manager, Kristal Lewis at bsm@bulimbass.eq.edu.au

OSHC NEWSLETTER (Term 2 Week 2)

Farewell D Block

Over the Easter holidays we said goodbye to D Block. Over the years, D Block served many purposes - from providing daily play opportunities and quiet withdrawal spaces for children, to hosting clubs and celebrations and the collaboration of staff during meetings and trainings. As we prepared for its demolition, children and staff shared their favourite memories on the walls of D Block through messages and drawings, reflecting on all the wonderful experiences we had with the space. Keep an eye out for our new space in A Block which will be known as “The Hive”.

Mother’s Day Breakfast

We warmly invite all OSHC Mothers, grandmothers and significant others in our children’s lives to join us for a special breakfast on Monday 12^th May in celebration of the love and care you bring every day.  From 6:30am – 8am, come along and enjoy a delicious breakfast, spend some time with your child/ren before they start the school day, and connect with our wonderful OSHC community.

Please RSVP by Thursday 8^th May by clicking here.

Expression of Interest – MF Martial Arts Term 3

Following a wonderful incursion facilitated by MF Martial Arts Carindale during the Easter holidays, we have an opportunity to run a weekly session on a Monday afternoon at after school care. Sessions will likely run from 3:30pm – 5pm depending on numbers and the cost will be $20 per child, per session ($240/term). Children must however be booked into after school care on a Monday to attend. You will also receive a 50% discount on registration at their school if you choose to enrol. This includes lifetime registration, covers insurance and a uniform.

If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please click here to fill out the expression of interest form.

Winter Vacation Care

After a fantastic Autumn Program, we are back in the planning process for the July holiday period. The children have given us many ideas to extend on, and we look forward to creating another great winter program. As always, your feedback is important. Please email oshcgeneral@bulimbass.eq.edu.au or click here to give us any ideas or suggestions or to enrol to be able to receive program and booking updates.

Channel 7 News Spotlight

As part of our EnviroMentoring incursion during the Easter Holidays, Bulimba OSHC was featured briefly on Channel 7 news. Children built their own terrariums and learned all about water cycles in a fun and engaging way. Click here to view the Channel 7 News Segment.

Important Reminders

• If your child is no longer doing an additional activity in Term 2, please let us know so we can remove them from our lists.
• Please email oshcgeneral@bulimbass.eq.edu.au if you would like to enrol and have the options to book before, after or vacation care.

SMARTBITES NEWSLETTER

Volunteers

We need your help! Every Friday, we are in desperate need of up to 4 volunteers to help get orders packed and dispatched between 8:30am and 11am. We promise you some delicious coffee, a sneak peek at your child during a normal school day, and loads of laughs with us in the kitchen.

If you would like to get involved, please sign up via this link: https://signup.zone/smart-bites

Volunteers are always welcome and your help is always very much appreciated.  Please also feel free to email us on smartbites@bulimbasspc.org.au with any ideas, suggestions or queries. 

Qkr! HOW TO GUIDES: 

Please check that your child’s details are correct in Qkr! The correct class and year must be updated each year. Also check that you have completed the allergy information, if needed. Orders must be made by 8:30am Monday – Thursday and by 7:30am on Fridays.

Festa della Repubblica Celebration

Get ready to celebrate Festa della Repubblica - Italy’s National Day!

Although the official date is June 2, we will be celebrating early at school on Monday 26 May.

Students are invited to dress in the vibrant colours of the Italian flag- green verde, white bianco, and red rosso-to help create a beautiful sea of colour across the school.

Our special parade Prep-2 will take place at 2:10 PM, and parents are warmly invited to attend and join in the festivities.

Let’s come together to celebrate Italy’s spirit, history, and pride!

With love for Italia culture,

Italian Teachers- Ciao Bella and Adriana Morgante.

The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program is a hands-on educational experience for students in Years 3-6, and we need YOUR help! 

We are looking for parent volunteers to assist in both the kitchen and the garden.

It's a great opportunity to bond with your child and enjoy learning together about pleasurable food education. 

No experience required—you don't need to be a green thumb or a master chef! 

Your support is essential for the success of this program!

Want to help? Simply reach out to your class teacher or parent rep to get involved.

Let’s grow, cook, and learn together!

Important Note: If you're not a parent (e.g., a grandparent), you will need to have a Blue Card.

Speech and Drama – Term 2  Prep – year 6.

Speech and Drama   Vacancies available term 2

We have 2 spots left in our Wednesday class morning and preps are tsking to class afterwards.

If your child loves performing or you would like to give your child the opportunity to be on stage – this is the class.

Two age appropriate classes taught by Speech and Drama teachers.

Register now.  LTK is the number one Speech and Drama company in Brisbane – Have a look at their website. www.ltkspeechanddrama.com.au or call 3821 5755.

TENNIS HOT SHOTS – NEW SESSIONS OPEN FOR TERM 2 2025!

HUGE News! Ash Barty Joins the Tennis for Kids Team!

Attention parents! We are excited to announce that Ash Barty, 3 time Grand Slam champion and former world No. 1, is joining the Tennis For Kids team as the official ambassador! Ash’s inspiring journey from grassroots to Grand Slam champion embodies tennis's possibilities for all young people.

Tennis for Kids is our school’s official coach partner, delivering super fun sessions before and after school. With new sessions for Term 2, now’s the perfect time to sign your child up for the Tennis for Kids program!

Ash is passionate about kids playing sports. She shares Tennis For Kids’ belief that children can learn far more from a tennis program than just forehands and backhands. That’s why Ash is backing Tennis for Kids - a program designed to teach kids fundamental tennis skills and valuable life lessons.

“I have so many happy memories from my younger years playing tennis. I not only learnt tennis skills, but made friends, built confidence and most importantly, had so much fun! Working with the Tennis For Kids team, I hope to help Queensland kids have a positive tennis experience.”

Limited places are still available for Term 2 Tennis Lessons and Fixture Leagues.  

ENROL ONLINE at https://tennisforkids.com.au/venues/  

PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

Should you have any questions please contact Tennis for Kids on info@tennisforkids.com.au or 0408 187 741. 

ALL NEW CHILDREN ENROLLING IN TERM 2 WILL RECEIVE A FREE JUNIOR TENNIS RACQUET!

Tennis For Kids is a FairPlay activity provider and therefore can accept Government FairPlay Vouchers - www.qld.gov.au/fairplayvouchers - please email us if you wish to use your voucher towards enrolment.