Athletics Carnival Information
Tug of war novelty event from our 2021 Athletics day
Information for Students and Families
Our Annual Athletics Carnival on 1 April is the largest community sporting event for 2022. The day allows students and staff alike to develop new friendships through participating in a range of events. Students are given an opportunity to compete in a full program of events and secure their place in the divisional athletics team.
A full program of novelty events catered towards those who want to be active and have fun with their friends will be provided. The day provides a unique opportunity for all students to experience success and achievement in a collegiate atmosphere, promoting a sense of belonging through our House representation and being a positive participant of the school community.
| Date: | Friday 1 April 2022 |
| Transport: | All Students are to make their own way to the Coburg Athletics Track and will be dismissed from the venue. The recommended transport route is via tram however a cycling route has also been suggested (see below).
Students can take tram 11 from the front of Northcote High (towards Preston) and get off at stop 43, Coburg. Staff members will meet students at stop 43 and direct them towards the Athletics Track.
Alternatively, a riding route has been suggested with teaching staff placed along the route (Merri Creek Trail and at the exit point for the Athletics Track). |
Should you have any questions/concerns please contact Joshua Bartholomew via email as soon as possible. Please include your child’s full name and tutorial group.
Students will need to arrive at Coburg Athletics Track by 9.15am for roll marking.
| Times: | 8.30am – 8.45am: All students wishing to compete in the longer track events (3000m and 1500m) must arrive at the track and proceed to the sign-in tables at the front entrance before marshalling for their race. 8:45-9:15am: All students must arrive at the track and sign-in no later than 9:15am. 10:00am: All other events begin 2pm: All students will make their own way home from the track. NO buses will be provided. Staff will be there to assist students with directions to public transport options. |
| Venue: | Coburg Athletics Track, 20 Outlook Drv Coburg. |
| Uniform: | Students should be Sun Smart, bringing a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and a long sleeve shirt with a collar. All students are strongly encouraged to wear their House Colours/fancy dress. House allocations can be found on Compass next to the student’s name. It is also recommended that students bring a picnic blanket. |
| Cost: | None (already paid within school fees) |
| Consent: | Consent for the carnival is completed via Compass. The due date for consent is Wednesday 30 March. |
| Food: | All students are encouraged to bring snacks and plenty of water to last them the day. There may be a BBQ set up on the day for students to purchase sausages in bread and cold drinks (weather dependant). |
Family Participation
All parents/guardians are invited to attend the Carnival with events running from 9:00am – 1:40pm. There are competitive track and field events and novelty events catering for all students. The full events program is attached below.
Information for Year 7-9 Students
- It is compulsory for all Year 7-9 students to attend the Athletics Carnival for the entire day.
- Students will be required to sign up to events on the day.
Information for Year 10-12 Students
- Year 10, 11 and 12 classes will still be running.
- Any Year 10 + 11 students who have signed up for an event are required to attend the carnival for the entire day.
ATTENDANCE AT THE COMMUNITY ATHLETICS CARNIVAL IS COMPULSORY FOR ALL YEAR 7-9 STUDENTS. SHOULD YOUR CHILD BE ILL ON THE DAY, A MEDICAL NOTE MUST BE PROVIDED.