Junior School News

Year 7 Explore Camp

Next week, our Year 7 students are off to Portsea for camp!

 

Make sure you follow the packing checklist below.

 

What to bring

Please check the weather forecast for Portsea the night before camp to assist you in packing suitable clothes and items to be comfortable at camp.

  • Fitted/flat sheet with a doona cover OR a warm sleeping bag with a fitted sheet to place over the mattress.
  • Pillow with Pillowcase
  • Pyjamas
  • 2 towels – one beach towel and one bath towel
  • Warm jumpers
  • Waterproof coat/jacket
  • Bathers
  • T-shirts (short sleeved for shoulder protection during the day, NO singlets)
  • Trackpants, jeans or shorts
  • Underwear and socks 
  • Runners for activities
  • Slip on shoes or thongs to walk to the beach/showering
  • Toiletries – toothbrush & toothpaste, hairbrush/comb, soap & shampoo, insect repellent (roll-on only), sunscreen & lip screen (15+) (if needed)
  • Plastic bag for any wet towels or bathers on departure day.
  • Torch
  • Sunglasses (if preferred)
  • Water Bottle (NOT Energy drinks or Fizzy drinks)

What not to bring

  • Nuts or products containing nuts
  • Drinks or lollies (except for a snack on the coach to camp)
  • Phones / Laptops / Valuables: We want you to engage in all activities at the camp (you can’t do that if you are on your devices 😊). We will not take responsibility for the loss or damage of any items. 
  • Pocket money – we will not be stopping for you to purchase food/goods.
  • Sports Equipment – we will bring this for you

What if I need medication?

Prior to leaving for camp, you will need to hand in all medications that you require for the duration of the camp.

Students are not permitted to self-administer their own medications.

Place your medication in a snap lock bag and record the following information:

  • Student Name
  • Medication
  • Dosage
  • When does this medication need to be taken?
  • Other important information (eg must be taken with food)

Please give medications to Ms Vanstan prior to departure

Year 8 Camp

Payments are now due for the Year 8 Alexandra Adventure Resort Camp. If you have any concerns or questions please contact the Junior School team.

 

Thank you

Junior School Team