Transition to Winter Uniform

During Term 2, there will be a uniform changeover period during the first week of the term. Parents are asked to use their discretion as to which uniform is the most suitable for their child to wear between Monday, 29 April – Friday, 3 May.

As of Monday, 6 May all students will be required to wear the full winter uniform.

A reminder that Alinta Uniform shop will be open on the following Saturdays:

Saturday, 6 April (last Saturday of Term 1)

and Saturday, 4 May (first Saturday of Term 2) between 9.00am - 12.00pm.

Second Hand Uniform - Thursday, May 2

The PFA are running a second hand uniform sale on Thursday, May 2 from 8.00am-9.30am in the restaurant.

To sell an item you must:

· Ensure the item is laundered

· Attach an envelope (with a safety pin) to each item with your name, phone number, description and sale price written on the front

· Print and complete the attached Second Hand Uniform Sale Form

· Drop your completed Second Hand Uniform Sale Form and items to be sold to the PFA in the Restaurant on Wednesday, May 1 from 8.30am -9.00am

Sales on Thursday will be on a first-come, first-served basis and are strictly cash only.

Please note - historically white shirts have not tended to sell well. It is recommended they are priced between $5-10 unless they are in exceptional condition.

Unsold items and cash will be available for collection from the PFA in the restaurant on Thursday, May 2 from 3.00pm - 3.45pm. Any questions can be directed to Amanda Wight via Reception.

Register to Order School & Family Photos

A friendly reminder to all families to register for ordering photos if you have not yet done so. If you do not register, you will not be notified about your child's photos.

https://order.arphotos.com.au

To do this, you will need the code your child received on photo day. If you do not have this, please contact Arthur Reed on these details:

Phone: 1800 032 028

Email: customerservice@arphotos.com.au

Once you register, you will receive a notification via email and SMS when your child's school photos and/or family photos are ready for viewing. You then have the option of choosing which photos you would like to order,for up to 10 days after you receive the notification that they are ready.

These will then be delivered to the School, where we will distribute them to you or your child. Should you wish to order after this 10 day period, you may incur postage and handling costs.

End of Term 1

Date: Friday, 5 April, 2019

Kinder Finish Time: 1pm

Prep to Yr 6 Finish Time: 1.15pm

Yr 7 to 12 Finish Time: 1.30pm

Bus departure: 1.40pm

If you are not intending to use the bus on the last day of Term 1, please ensure you advise buses@bhcs.vic.edu.au in advance.

There will be no lunch orders on this day.

2019 Term Dates

Please find below the term dates for the remainder of 2019.

Term 2: Monday, 29 April - Friday 28 June

Term 3: Wednesday, 17 July - Friday, 20 September

Term 4: Monday, 7 October - Tuesday, 10 December

New Parents Dinner

It was a fantastic night at the New Parents Dinner last week! We had about 100 guests attend, and enjoyed a fabulous meal from the VET Hospitality students. It was great to hear a song from the upcoming Musical The Sound of Music (what talented students!), some key info from Admin and the PFA, and some encouraging stats and feedback from Andy.

We loved seeing so many families connecting and laughing together, and we're so glad you chose BHCS as your school! Welcome to the community!

BHCS Community Care Cook Up

We'd love to have you join the vibrant cooking team! We're holding 2 dates this term to get the freezer bursting with goodness!

Dates are: Friday, 22 March (tomorrow) 8:45 - 11:30am and

Friday, 29 March 9.00am (planning session).

If you can come, or have any questions, please contact Al Giles-Kaye on algileskaye@gmail.com

THANK YOU to so many who have donated dry goods or financially - we are so grateful! Please drop any non-perishable donations or monetary donations into Reception. Anything gratefully received!

SOAR Holiday Opportunity for Gifted & Talented Students

SOAR Holiday Opportunity for Gifted and Talented Students

If your child is in Yr 3-6 and enjoys a challenge, Chairo Pakenham will be hosting a SOAR Holiday Program on Thursday, 18 April. With offerings in Robotics, Maths, Sign Language and Drama (to name a few), students will have chance to learn, be challenged and mix with other like-minded students. There is also the opportunity for a select number of BHCS students to be sponsored for this event.

For more information, contact either Mr Allen Dickson (adickson@bhcs.vic.edu.au) or your 3/4 or 5/6 class teacher.

Congratulations Jack

Over the weekend Jack W (8BM) raced in a Mountain Bike Championship in Canberra. He came first in the Under 15s category!

In a few weeks he will be competing for Australian Under 15s Champion in the Championship Round in Bright.

Congratulations Jack, and all the best!

Header Photo Credit: Tiffany D - Yr 10 Photography Student

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