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Grace Outside School Hours Care

“I am sharing the Vacation Care Program for the June/July School Holidays with you. Bookings can be made via your Xplor Home App or by the attached booking form, and there will be printed copies are available at GOSHC.

Please note that the Tuck Shop will be open during Week 3 of the school holidays for parents wishing to order children’s lunch. Bookings are requested to be submitted no later than 16 March to make necessary preparations.

Should you have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact me.”

Mary Irwin

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Grace Outside School Hours Care

Vacation Care Program – 23^rd June 2022– 8^th July 2022

Phone: 3283 0033  Email: goshc@glps.qld.edu.au   Opening Hours: 7:00 am to 6:00

Welcome to Grace Lutheran Outside School Hours Care. We look forward to caring for your child during school holidays and providing an environment where they can learn, relax and play. Our Service provides a caring, safe and secure environment for children and families from Grace Lutheran Primary School as well as the local community. Our Service aims to foster creativity and support co-operative learning through activities that are both fun and challenging. Our program is tailored to ensure all children’s interests and abilities are considered through a variety of recreational leisure activities. The ethos of our Vacation Care service supports and embraces the Christian values of Grace Lutheran Primary School. Our highly qualified staff members are experienced educators who will support your child’s interests and individual needs. All staff are qualified in accordance with the guidelines set in the Education and Care Services National Law (Queensland) Act 2011 and National Regulations.

Our Service operates according to the following children to staff ratios:

At the Service: 15 children to 1 Educator

Excursions: 10 children to 1 Educator

Fees and Charges

The cost of our Vacation Care service is as follows (before CCS applied):

$75 in-service day
$90 incursion day
$105 excursion day

We will issue statements each week via email, and accounts must be paid one week in advance.

• Any cancellations made without 24 hours’ notice will incur the full cost of the day.

Hours of Operation Our Vacation Care Service operates from 7.00 am to 6.00 pm during school holidays and pupil free days. The Service will be closed on public holidays and for two weeks over the Christmas and New Year period.

Excursions

Excursions are considered an integral part of our Service, and we aim to provide a broad range of learning experiences for all children who attend. All excursion details will be outlined in the program, and a signed consent form is required to be completed for each child on the day of the excursion. The Risk Management Plan is also available for families to peruse prior to the excursion. On excursion days it is recommended that children arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time so they can be briefed on the details. For excursions, children are asked to bring a small backpack to store their food and any other personal items. All children who are enrolled for an excursion must attend the excursion on the day, as no staff members will remain at the school.

Transport

Unless otherwise advised in the program, our Service utilises the Grace Lutheran College buses to transfer children to and from excursion locations. All vehicles used in the transportation of children comply with the appropriate legislation, regulations and Transport Operations.

Clothing

During Vacation Care, we ask that children wear comfortable clothing that is suitable for the scheduled activities. If any unique clothing is required for certain activities, it will be noted on the program. The following guidelines should be adhered to:

• Sun smart clothing (no sleeveless shirts).
• Wide brim hats for outdoor activities.
• Appropriate footwear (closed in shoes).
• Change of clothes, depending on the activity.

 Food

Our Service does not provide food for your child. Children are required to bring their morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea each day. Children should also bring their water bottle. On some occasions, children may be provided with lunch, depending on the scheduled activity. Families will be notified of these days on the program.

Food Allergies

We currently have children enrolled who are allergic to nuts, pineapple, fish and shellfish. Our Service operates under a strict nut-free policy. Please ensure that you read all food labels when packing your child’s meals as peanut butter, Nutella and some muesli bars are not permitted.

Personal Effects

We understand that from time to time, children will bring personal items from home to play with during their time at our Service. We allow children to bring iPads and other electronic devices; however, please ensure a staff member is made aware so their use can be monitored. Families will also need to complete a Technology Agreement with their child for the use of electronics. Children are not permitted to have mobile phones at Vacation Care. If parents need to contact their child, they are encouraged to call the Service office or mobile number. No bikes or scooters are to be bought to the Service unless otherwise specified on the program. Please ensure all personal items are clearly labelled. Whilst every care is exercised, the Service assumes no responsibility for damage or loss to any item belonging to any person.

Tuckshop will be available in Week 3 of vacation care for order through Flexischools.

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SPORTS NEWS

JUNIOR Athletics Carnival is on Friday 17th July (Date Claimer)

SENIOR Athletics Carnival – Last Friday our 9-12 year old students participated in the GLPS Senior Athletics Carnival down at Langdon Park. Students engaged with a range of track and field events in what was a terrific day out. Special thanks to any parents that helped out on the day.

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Excellence in Sporting news

Chase and Seb were selected to represent the Redcliffe District’s Under 12 Boys Softball team. Mrs Marks was the coach of the team and the team played in the Districts competition on June 1st & 2nd. The team finished top of the ladder and were undefeated the entire competition! They smashed it out of the park with a convincing 13-2 win in the Grand Final!!!

Chase was selected based off his performance to progress to the next level of competition for the Regionals Representative Competition in August. Outstanding effort Chase.

Well done Seb & Chase!

You did Grace Primary proud!

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Mr Mace

If you have any questions throughout the year, you can email him on solomonmace@glps.qld.edu.au 

Follow the sports facebook page for all updates! facebook.com/sportGLPS/

Sporting letters will be uploaded to Parent Lounge, under links.
To login to parent lounge, head to our website graceprimary.qld.edu.au and login under “my grace primary” selecting, “parent lounge.” 

PERFORMANCES

 Friday 10 June 6pm
 Saturday 11 June 2pm
 Saturday 11 June 6pm

Redcliffe Entertainment Centre’s website

“Disney’s Aladdin JR. is based on the 1992 Academy Award winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show about the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within.

The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for your young performers!”

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Thank you very much to Tom’s Confectionery Warehouse for your donation of sweets and vouchers for the audience!

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

We are grateful for the generous sponsorship of Kindred for this year’s musical.  They have taken out the major sponsorship at Aladdin level.

Thank you to Caporn Piling, Raitt International Freight, Skate Connect and Strong Movers, who have sponsored our Jasmin in the musical this year.

Thank you also to the Ungun family whose business Proseat Auto Aircraft Marine Interior Centre have taken out Genie level sponsorship.

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Aladdin Casting! 

Looking for work?

Keep an eye out on the Smart jobs website for an upcoming casual role for a crossing guard. Please note, this will be hired through government (and not via the school).

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We thank our community for staying at home whilst you display symptoms of a virus, to help in the prevention of spreading viruses.

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NOTIFYING A STUDENT WILL BE ABSENT

As we experience a busy peak in the mornings, please ensure you leave an absentee message through the correct channels so we are available to help our students, visitors and late arrivals in the morning.

Please leave a message with the student’s name, class, reason and expected absence.

SMS Absentee: 0477 752 423
Absentee line, when dialling 07 3283 0011 (not reception).
Absentee email: absent@glps.qld.edu.au
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LOST & FOUND

Have you lost something? Please check out the lost property, at the bag racks opposite the STEM rooms.

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EARLY DEPARTURES & APPOINTMENTS

We know how busy our families are. If you have an appointment for your child and need to collect them during school time, please prearrange the pick up with reception to avoid lengthy waiting periods.  07 3283 0011.

Our lunch times are from 10:20am – 11:10am and 1:10pm- 1:50pm. If you child needs to be collected during the lunch breaks, they will need to be prearranged in the mornings to ensure we can have them ready in the office.

FOCUS TENNIS ACADEMY
at the Redcliffe Tennis Centre

Focus Tennis Academy runs fun tennis lessons here at Grace on Tuesday and Thursdays.  If you would like your child to join, please book by calling  3284 2349 or email info@focustennisacademy.com.au

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St Benedicts College and Mousetrap “Bluebell” the musical

Mousetrap theatre, 1 Lamington Drive Redcliffe

Tuesday June 28 – Saturday July 2
Tues – Fri Shows @ 11am
Friday evening @ 7pm
Saturday shows 4pm & 7pm

To book: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/891814

About the show: Bluebell has been gifted her magic wand from the Elf Queen. She is excited that she is now responsible to use the wand to help her friends in the Australian bush if they find themselves in difficult situations. As soon as Axel, the fox, hears of the wand, he sets about a plan to steal it. Written and directed by Paula-Mary Camilleri, Bluebell – The Musical is a vibrant fun show with catchy music and larger than life characters, specifically designed to keep young audiences entertained.
Tickets are $10
Groups of 10 or more $8 each

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ENTHUSIASTIC LEARN TO SWIM INSTRUCTORS NEEDED AT GRACE SWIMMING

We are looking for reliable, passionate, and enthusiastic people to join our team of swim instructors on a casual basis, with the opportunity of permanent for the right person.

https://www.graceswim.org.au/employment-opportunities

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FUTBOL X UPDATE:

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Bright minds – Grace College (Rothwell)

On Sunday 29 May from 11am the College is hosting a bright minds workshop for grades 1 – 6. Please see their flyer below

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Redcliffe library

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CHESS CLUB

Chessmates will be available to students online only this term. If you are interested to please get in contact with them.

You can call us on 1300 CHESS MATES (1300 243 776) or leave your details in the enquiry form provided!

info@chessmates.com.au

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POOL TREAT TUESDAY

Every Tuesday there will be special treats given to students at second break, for those who have ordered.
Ordering is done via our school website, under shop. This is a fundraiser, to raise money for our school pool. Orders close 12pm Friday before.

Christina Meek
Tuckshop
Email tuckshop@glps.qld.edu.au

GRACE PRIMARY PLAYGROUP

Our new music and sensory classes are such a great way to connect with your child! Each week we have a different theme and the children experience different activities that engage and excite their senses!

Link is here

Please tell your friends!”

https://graceprimary.qld.edu.au/…/grace-primary…/ WEBSITE LINK HAS JUST GONE LIVE!!!

WE ARE CAPPING TERM BOOKINGS AT 10 THIS TERM!

Please book in early to avoid missing out.

If class fills up, we won’t be able to offer casual sessions.

We have made the sessions even more affordable this term! A 10 session term pass is $150 and siblings are half price! That’s $15 a class if you buy a term pass.

Link is here

Please tell your friends!

Join our Grace Playgroup Facebook  for all the latest updates and offers.
To enquire please contact Paris Marks or to purchase tickets head to our website Grace Playgroup 

ABOUT PLAYGROUP

Kicking off on Thursday 10th February we were very excited to have our playgroup up and running.

With small group sizes, a large classroom and play areas for our little ones, playgroup is able to go ahead. There are so many families out there wanting to connect and enjoy a fun activity with their child and other Mums, Dads and Carers so we are very happy that our playgroup can be offered for you. These class sessions are a great way to connect with your child and other families. Each week the children will be engaging in fun and exciting music and activities that are specifically designed to stimulate their senses through movement and music, crafts and arts and sensory play.

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INTRODUCING KARLIEN

We are very excited to introduce to you the amazing educator who will be running the sensory music and movement playgroup sessions each week!! Karlien has a wealth of experience working with young children. She previously ran her own family daycare and after having her two beautiful children she looked for something she could do that would work with her young family but still be something she loved.

Karlien runs the Maggie Moo Music North Brisbane sessions. She fell in love with the music and sensory classes and absolutely loves hosting these for families. They are such a great way to connect with not only your child, but also other Mums, Dads, Carers, Grandparents etc.
We can’t wait for you to meet Karlien and come sing some songs and dance with us!

Paris Marks
Grace Playgroup & Camp Coordinator
Grace Primary Facebook
Paris Marks

Mary Irwin
Grace Early Learning Centre Director
07 3283 0055
Serviceleader@glps.qld.edu.au
Grace Early Learning Centre

ABOUT THE CENTRE

Are you following our Early Learning Centre Facebook? www.facebook.com/GraceEarlyLearningCentre 

The Centre is staffed by qualified Early Learning specialists and will operate under the same Lutheran Christian philosophy as Grace Lutheran Primary School. The ELC program incorporates a mix of high-quality care, play and activity-based learning to harness a child’s natural curiosity and creativity in a Christian environment. Children gain much comfort in having structures, routines and preparation for primary school because of the close relationship between the ELC and Grace Lutheran Primary School.

Children attending the Centre will benefit from:

• Indoor and outdoor play zones
• All meals and snacks provided
• Weekly lessons in Japanese, Performing Arts and Perceptual Movement
• Chapel and Library access

We also have Book Club that happens roughly every 4-5 weeks. Order forms will be sent to the classrooms and the ordering is done via LOOP on the Scholastic website and will be sent to the school for collection.  I’ll send out reminders just before ordering finalises to make it easier for you to remember to get your order in.

Book Club orders are due in by Monday June 6^th, 10am.  Online LOOP orders only please, no cash will be accepted.

Book Fair will be happening later on this year with a chance to come to the library to purchase your special books, always great for birthday or Christmas gifts.

Book Week – Character dress up day is planned for 24th August. The theme this year is all about Dreaming with Eyes Open.  We will have fun with dressing up and special activities, so I hope all the kids will start to think about the costumes they would like to wear.  More information on this very special time will be coming soon.

Finally you can contact me via email on  library@glps.qld.edu.au for any concerns with overdue books or any other questions you may have.

If you have any questions throughout the year, you can email Peta at library@glps.qld.edu.au

LYQ’s Winter Season of events is here! Help us spread the word!

Winter Season Events

Brisbane Appeal Dinner

Hear about the incredible work LYQ has been doing, and some of the joys and challenges over this past year. Join us for a wonderful night of stories and great food, and help support and grow this incredible ministry at our annual fundraising event.

Work and Fellowship Camps

An opportunity to serve together as a school group or family! A FREE weekend at one of our stunning campsites, making a difference, keeping it beautiful and eating delicious food.

Christian Life Week Camps and Winter Kids Camp:

Week 1 (27 Jun- 1 Jul)

• Coolum A CLW, Grades 7-12 Luther Heights Youth Camp, Coolum
• Darling Downs A CLW, Grades 7-12 Koojarewon Youth Camp, Highfields
• Winter Kids Camp, Grades 3-6 Luther Heights Youth Camp, Coolum

Week 2 (4 – 8 July)

• Coolum B CLW, Grades 7-12 Luther Heights Youth Camp, Coolum
• Darling Downs B CLW, Grades 7-12 Koojarewon Youth Camp, Highfields

Mail-Out Promotion

There is a package on its way to you filled with incredible opportunities for you and your school to support young people in your school and across Queensland.

Inside you’ll find camp brochures to personally encourage your young people to attend a camp, and posters to put up to reach a wider audience. You’ll also find some Brisbane Appeal Dinner brochures to help pull together a table of 10! If you’d like more brochures, please let us know and we will get them out to you.

Digital Promotion

Click here to access digital promotional items to help you spread the word about these events including:

• Promotion Videos
• Social Media Posts for Facebook and Instagram
• Newsletter inserts
• PowerPoint slides
• Electronic versions of the posters and brochures

Other ways you can help

There are also four great ways that you can help your young people come on camp:

• School Subsidy

If you don’t have a subsidy code yet, please complete this form to apply for a code that you can hand out to your young people before they book.

• Buchholz Estate Funding Support

Buchholz is a scholarship funded by the Buchholz Estate. This scholarship is specifically for high-school aged campers. For more information on the application process, eligibility or to access the application form, please click here.

• LLL Junior Camping Ministry Grant

The Junior Camp Scholarship is thanks to a generous grant from the Lutheran Laypeoples League (LLL). This scholarship is specifically for primary school aged campers. For more information on the application process, eligibility or to access the application form, please click here.

• Help us find leaders (of all ages!)

I’m not sure if you were expecting to see this one on the list? All too often we have to limit the amount of campers we can allow on a camp because of our struggle to find enough leaders. Having leaders from their local school or church join campers on camp provides a beautiful opportunity to build intergenerational connections. And, we aren’t just looking for young adults to lead on camp, we’re looking for people of any age who are passionate about sharing Jesus with young people. Older adults, parents, pastors, and grandparents are vital for bringing more wisdom and experience to team, to support both the campers and younger leaders, all while building a supportive Christian community.

If you’d like any more information about these events, head to www.lyq.org.au or contact our office on 07 3511 4080…we’re more than happy to help!

Peace,

LYQ Events Team

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