PFA News

FIRST PFA MEETING FOR 2026 - TOMORROW -18th February Wednesday 7.30pm 

Senior Campus staffroom. EVERYONE WELCOME! You don't have to be a rep to come, you don't have to be on the committee to come, everyone is welcome! Please reach out if you want more info about the PFA. 

D.O.G.S (DADS OF GARDENVALE SCOOL) 

Calling all DOGS, especially the prep dads to the first catch up of 2026! 

Thursday 26th February -7.30pm at Hotel Brighton. We hope to see you there.

FAMILY PHOTO SESSION - Saturday 28th February and Sunday 1st March

More sessions now available on the Sunday! 

This is a great opportunity to have a snap shot of your family, and a great fundraiser for our school! For every session booked, $30 comes to our school! This year we are holding the session at Caulfield Park. Its beautiful trees and bridges make it a great local setting. See flyer attached and book your spot now! Click here www.visionportraits.com.au/fundraise and use the password raisefunds to make your booking.

ANNUAL WINE AND CHEESE NIGHT - Thursday 12th March 

Join us for a casual night of meeting new and old friends. Ticket includes one drink on arrival, wine, beer or non alcoholic and nibbles to share. Please see invite attached, and note, this year it will be at the Junior Campus courtyard. BOOK NOW at https://compasstix.com/e/zge7hzyozm 

GPS BEANIE FUNDRAISER

Before you know it … Melbourne winter will be back! Let’s be ready with our very first GARDENVALE beanie. $20 for your very own beanie! Made for all - one size fits most. (Beanie fits kids and adults) Buy now and be ready for winter. Image is a sample it may be a little different  https://compasstix.com/e/iz6kex1u9n

Orders are open now till 6th March. You will not want to miss this one!

GPS WEEKEND AWAY - 23rd-25th October 2026

Come join our family weekend away this year, 23rd-25th October, at a new campsite… the Big4 Bellarine! Cabins, glamping, caravan and tent sites all available. 

Only a 90-minute drive, this year’s campsite boasts more cabins, an indoor pool and splash pad, go-karting, an adventure playground, a winery and more! 

Bookings will open at 9am this Thursday, 19th February.

 A few things to note:

• bookings can be made both over the phone and online

• mention GPS for a special rate

• all bookings for the getaway dates are currently blocked and will open strictly on 9am Thursday

• if you miss out on a booking, join the waitlist as another round of newly built cabins will become available in September. Can’t wait for another great GPS getaway all together!

Robyn Krawitz

PFA president on behalf of all PFA committee members