PFA News

Hi everyone, 

Well school has kicked off with a bang and it was fabulous to hear from the PFA at the information nights. Thank you to the parents who were able to go and share what we do. We also had a fabulous first PFA meeting last week. The staffroom was full of chatter, ideas and planning for a great 2024! Thank you to everyone who came!  

DADS OF GARDENVALE - Thursday 29th February at 8pm

The DOGS meet on the last Thursday of each month for a social catch up/drink and a chat. In previous years we have held fundraisers and events including dinners, brewery tours, poker/pizza nights etc. For any Dads of Gardenvale School (new or old) you are welcome to come along and catch up on Thursday 29th February at Hotel Brighton from 8pm. If anyone wants to be added to the DOGS WhatsApp group, please email michael.hennig@bigpond.com

FAMILY PHOTO SESSION - Saturday 2nd March

Session bookings are filling fast! The session is 15 minutes per family and the cost is $30. The whole $30 comes to school! For this you receive one amazing digital image. 

Should you wish to buy more photos they offer great affordable deals for digital prints!   See flyer for details or book now at https://www.visionportraits.com.au/fundraise  password- raisefunds 

PFA MEETING & AGM - Wednesday 6th March at 7:30pm

Our next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday 6th March at 7.30pm in the Senior Campus staffroom. Please come along, have your say and help out! There is always a position to fill or a job to be done - nothing too big! We are a fabulous team and we share the load! Contact me at robynkrawitz007@gmail.com, if you want to chat about anything.

ANNUAL WINE AND CHEESE NIGHT - Thursday 7th March at 7.00pm 

Tickets: $20, Inclusive of one drink and cheese/nibbles to share. BYO WINEGLASS. Drinks available to purchase on the night.  

Book now at https://compasstix.com/e/95hrafi7fb

GPS FAMILY WEEKEND GETAWAY

Wow, what a great response! Over 140 families have now booked for the GPS Family Getaway. Cabins and glamping have booked out, but caravan and tent sites are still available!  Not a fan of pitching a tent?  Why not hire a caravan?  Check out the below companies - they’ll drop off / set up the caravan for you, then drive it away at the end of the weekend - winner! www.easterncaravans.com.au or yarravalleyvans.com.au

Call The Big 4 direct on 03 5962 4328 to book by 1st March.  Don't forget to mention GPS!