Morris
Welcome
Welcome to a new year at Morris. We hope your family has enjoyed a restful and relaxing time over the school holidays. We are looking forward to continuing our relationship with families to support children’s learning at The Friends’ School. Please note, in the coming weeks there are several opportunities where parents can meet Morris educators to discuss aspects of your child’s learning.
Outside School Hours Care - Bookings
Bookings for the Outside School Hours Care program (both before and after school) on either a permanent or casual basis, must be made through Friends’ Early Learning Reception (contact by phone on 6210 2276 or email: feladmin@friends.tas.edu.au).
Meet the Teacher
14, 16, 21 & 23 February
Parents are invited to attend a “Meet the Teacher” session during February with Morris classroom teachers. These sessions are designed to give you an overview of the learning program and classroom organisation for the year. We remind parents that child care will not be provided. All sessions will be held at 5.00pm on the following dates:
- Tuesday 14 February - Year 5/Year 6
- Thursday 16 February - Year 3/Year 4
- Tuesday 21 February - Kinder/Prep
- Thursday 23 February - Year 1/Year 2
Year 5 - “Eat and Greet”
Tuesday 7 February
The Year 5 team are excited to hold their “Eat and Greet” morning again this year. All three classes of students will join together next Tuesday 7 February from 9.15am for activities on the Top Green/Tennis Courts then for a joint lunch from 10.20am in the Bark Chip area. It will be a morning of exploration as we begin delving into activities around collaboration, building connections, friendship, self-discovery and communication. This is a great opportunity to connect with new friends and staff as we start the year together, a crucial aspect in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that helps to build strong relationships within the new year group.
The “Eat and Greet” finishes with a structured session in the Bark Chip area where we will sit with our lunches, (brought from home) to participate in meaningful conversation, designed to create a positive learning team and environment, where both new and returning students can thrive both academically and socially.
Morris Welcome Family BBQ | SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday 22 February
The Morris Welcome Family BBQ is a wonderful opportunity to meet and reconnect with other Primary Years families. It will be held in the school grounds on Wednesday 22 February, starting at 4:45pm. Please note this date in your diaries, further information will be sent to all families in the near future.
Morris Sport Choices
Please see this link for details of the sports available at Morris this year. Details about training times and locations and dates for rosters and Carnivals will be sent to parents via Operoo during the course of the year.
Mini Swim Carnivals - Years 3 - 6
Mini Swim Carnivals will be held at Friends’ Health & Fitness pool during PE sessions on the following dates:
Wednesday 15 February
Year 6: 12.00-1.45pm
Thursday 16 February
Year 3: 9.00am -10.30am
Year 4 : 12.00pm - 1.30pm
Friday 17 February
Year 5: 9.00am - 10.30am
Students will be walked to and from school by class teachers and will be required to bring bathers, cap, towel and goggles (if required). All students are required to attend.
The JSSATIS selection carnival will run on the following dates/times for children who have swum in 50m events in the mini carnivals and wish to be considered:
Wednesday 22 February
Year 5/6: 9.15am-12.15pm
Thursday 23 February
Year 3/4: 9.15am-12.15pm
Please contact Lisa Di Venuto ldivenuto@friends.tas.edu.au if you require any further information.
Morris Music Ensembles & Groups
Beginning 14 February (week 3)
All Morris music groups will commence rehearsals in Week 3 (Tuesday 14 February) with the exception of Year 5 Band which will have Instrumental demonstrations and selection on Monday 20 February. Available groups include choirs, concert bands, string and marimba ensembles. Please see this link for ensemble details along with rehearsal times and locations. For most music ensembles, students simply need to turn up to the first rehearsal to sign up.
Morris Majors - Year 3 & 4
When: Tue 14 Feb, 8.00am – 8.45am
Where: Green Room
Marimba Ensemble - Year 6
When: Tue 14 Feb, 8.00am – 8.45am
Where: Music Room
Marimba - Year 4
When: Tue 14 Feb, 11.00am – 11.30am
Where: Music Room
Morris Theory Group - Years 5 & 6
When: Tue 14 Feb, 11.00am – 11.30am
Where: Art Room
Strings - Year 2
When: Tue 14 Feb, 2.10pm – 3.00pm
Where: The Farrall Centre
Strings - Year 3
When: Tue 14 Feb, 3.00pm – 3.45pm
Where: The Farrall Centre
Morris Maestros - Year 5 & 6
When: Wed 15 Feb, 8.00am – 8.45am
Where: Music Room
Morris Guitar Ensemble
When: Wed 15 Feb, 11.00am – 11.30am
Where: Music Room
Morris String Ensemble
When: Thu 16 Feb, 7.45am – 8.45am
Where: The Farrall Centre
Morris Chamber Group
When: Thu 16 Feb, 11.00am – 11.30am
Where: Music Room
Morris Band - Year 6
When: Fri 17 Feb, 7.45am – 8.30am
Where: High School Campus
Marimba Ensemble - Year 5
When: Mon 20 Feb, 8.00am - 8.45am
Where: Music Room
Marimba Ensemble - Year 3
When: Mon 20 Feb, 11.00am – 11.30am
Where: Music Room
Year 5 Band
When: Mon 20 Feb, 3.00pm – 4.00pm
Where: The Farrell Centre
Please contact Estelle Levy for further information.
Absentees
If your child will be absent from school for the day please advise the Morris Office (phone: 6210 2228, or email: morrisadmin@friends.tas.edu.au) and the classroom teacher before 9.00am. We appreciate your support in this process.
Important Dates
Term 1
Thursday 2 February | Thursday 6 April
Monday 13 February – Regatta Day holiday
Wednesday 22 February – Year 5/6 Swimming Carnival
Thursday 23 February – Year 3/4 Swimming Carnival
Monday 13 March – Eight Hour Day holiday
Wednesday 22 March – Friday 24 March – Year 5 Camp
Friday 7 April - Tuesday 11 April – Easter
Morris – Friends’ Primary Years Office
6210 2228 | morrisadmin@friends.tas.edu.au
8am – 4pm Monday – Friday