From our Parents Commitee
Parent’s Committee Meeting – Minutes
Last Friday the Parent’s Committee met to reflect on our achievements year to date and to plan our future events.
- Our last three events, Africa Day, Fête de la Musique and Bastille Day/Paris Olympics were all well attended and profitable.
- We will introduce an informal booking system to manage demand for face painting at future events.
- We will report our half yearly profits shortly.
- Preparations for Father’s Day are well underway, noting that we need extra volunteers for the 12pm – 2pm time slot for the stall.
- Tickets for the Father’s Day breakfast will be on sale next week.
- The logistics of running a school disco were discussed. Input from the community is sought on how you would like this event run (likely early term 4) – please contact your convenor to provide feedback.
- Rides for the End of Year Party have been reserved. The Apparents will perform. Additional community logistics support will be needed to run the bar in 2024.
- PC will investigate the cost of purchasing a portable stage.
Father’s Day Breakfast Coordinator: We need an additional coordinator to assist with the Father’s Day Breakfast. The role includes menu planning, catering and logistics. You need to be available on the 29th August for preparation and the morning of 30th August. You will be assisted by an experienced coordinator and a group of volunteers.
Father’s & Carer’s Day Breakfast and Stall: Our events for Father’s/Carer’s Day will be held on Friday, 30 August.
The Apparents Band – Vocalist sought
We’re Looking for a Talented Parent for The Apparents! Are you a passionate and versatile vocalist looking to join an exciting new band? The Apparents are on the hunt for a dynamic singer to help bring our unique sound to the next level. About Us: We’re a new form band that just gathered for the Music festival back in July. We’re dedicated to play all music genre and perform with energy. Everybody is welcome to have a try.
What We’re Looking For:• Strong vocal ability and stage presence• Versatility across various styles• Ability to collaborate and contribute creatively• Reliable and committed to regular rehearsals and performances.How to Apply: If you’re interested, please get in touch with Dara, and drop a text on 0481101087 We’ll be holding auditions soon, and we’d love to hear what you’ve got! Join us and help shape the future of The Apparents. We’re excited to meet you!
General Matters
Child Safety: A reminder that all parents/carer’s who wish to volunteer at CJC must have a Working With Children Check – it is free for volunteers and you can apply online here: Working with Children Check (service.vic.gov.au)
Friday Treats: Over winter, we will sell pain aux chocolate ($4) from Reverie Café after school from 3.30pm until 3.45pm.
CJC Families Facebook Group: Did you know that we have a CJC Facebook Group called CJC Families? The page is used to inform our community of CJC Events, sell 2nd hand uniform, find a babysitter and more. The page is private, and you must be a CJC community member and answer the questions to join.
EFM - Call for Volunteers: The EFM provides a range of francophone services to our CJC community, including running the ever-popular EFM after school activities. The EFM is looking for additional volunteers to support the management of these programs and other programs. Joining the EFM IS a great way to deepen your francophone connections at CJC and beyond. Please contact president@efm.org.au if you can assist.
Gardening Club: We also have some interested parents who have established a CJC Parent Gardening Team to assist Madame Wilson’s STEM and Garden Program. Contact us at caulfieldjuniorpc@gmail.com
Amy Pate – President, Julia Yuncken – Secretary, Anne-Sophie Aguado – Treasurer and Martine Inge – Head Convenor.
PC Contact email: caulfieldjuniorpc@gmail.com
2024 PARENT’S COMMITTEE EVENTS
Date | Event | Time | Details / Volunteers |
TERMS 3 & 4 | |||
Friday, 30 August | Father’s Day Breakfast & Stall | 7.45 to 9am (breakfast) then stall to 9.30 - 2pm. | Save the Date for the Father’s Day Breakfast & Stall |
Start of Term 4 | School Disco night | TBA | The school disco has been moved to enable more families to attend. |
TBA Oct/November | Diwali | 3.30 – 5.30 | Celebrate Diwali at CJC |
Friday, 6 December | End of Year Party | 3.30 – 6.30 | Save the Date for another epic End of Year Party |