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Please note that if you would like to attend the event please RSVP by Wednesday 4th March.
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Junior Basketball Ballarat Competitions
Competition entries are now open and Ballarat clubs are working hard to enter teams. The new season commences from Monday 7th October and grand final week will be held from Monday 16th March, 2020. Don’t worry we break for Christmas holiday though! Junior competitions will finish (last round) on Saturday 14th December 2019 and break until Tuesday 28th January 2020.
To get you or your child involved here’s how to do it:
Now is the time to confirm your intention to play with your clubs as they are busily working away to lock in teams for the upcoming season.
If you intend to clear to a new club make sure your clearance form is in before 5pm on Monday September 9th.
Players need to re-register their BVC Player insurance/registration now for the next 12 months. Here’s the link to do that which is also on our website:
https://membership.sportstg.com/regoform.cgi?aID=5636&pKey=54ca1c97a305afdf202f7c9498e7de96&formID=54301
Our local clubs and their committees have years of experience and are more than happy to help you find a team and start playing basketball. If you have any question please also feel free to contact the association on 5338 1220 or matt.newton@ballaratbasketball.com
Entries for the new season close Sunday 22nd September but don’t wait till last minute! Get in contact with a club today.
FOR THE 2019/2020 SUMMER SEASON
Under 8 – Players born in 2013, 2014, 2015 OR Born between 26/3/2012 & 31/12/2012
Under 10 – Players born in 2011, 2012 (born between 1/1/2012 & 26/3/2012)
Under 12 – Players born in 2009 and 2010
Under 14 – Players born in 2007 and 2008
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Competition entries are now open and Ballarat clubs are working hard to enter teams. The new season commences from Monday 7th October and grand final week will be held from Monday 16th March, 2020. Don’t worry we break for Christmas holiday though! Junior competitions will finish (last round) on Saturday 14th December 2019 and break until Tuesday 28th January 2020.
To get you or your child involved here’s how to do it:
- Contact one of our 8 local clubs to register your interest
- Send them an email with the player’s name, DOB, address, contact number and best email.
- The club will then get in contact with you to arrange registration details and any further info you need.
- Player Basketball Vic Country (BVC) Insurance/registration. This is online and requires payment of $40.58 to finalise the cover. This payment is for 1 year and goes directly to BVC.
- Club uniform – players will get a jersey and shorts directly from the club and roughly is $20-$50.
- Club registration which covers all your training fees, admin fees and other items. This ranges from $40-$80 and is once a season.
- Weekly game fee which is paid on the day of play. This is paid at one of the canteen/reception points at the venue you play at. This varies dependant on the age group you are in.
Now is the time to confirm your intention to play with your clubs as they are busily working away to lock in teams for the upcoming season.
If you intend to clear to a new club make sure your clearance form is in before 5pm on Monday September 9th.
Players need to re-register their BVC Player insurance/registration now for the next 12 months. Here’s the link to do that which is also on our website:
https://membership.sportstg.com/regoform.cgi?aID=5636&pKey=54ca1c97a305afdf202f7c9498e7de96&formID=54301
Our local clubs and their committees have years of experience and are more than happy to help you find a team and start playing basketball. If you have any question please also feel free to contact the association on 5338 1220 or matt.newton@ballaratbasketball.com
Entries for the new season close Sunday 22nd September but don’t wait till last minute! Get in contact with a club today.
FOR THE 2019/2020 SUMMER SEASON
Under 8 – Players born in 2013, 2014, 2015 OR Born between 26/3/2012 & 31/12/2012
Under 10 – Players born in 2011, 2012 (born between 1/1/2012 & 26/3/2012)
Under 12 – Players born in 2009 and 2010
Under 14 – Players born in 2007 and 2008
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2021 St Patrick's College Information Evening - Thursday, October 24
All families interested in sending their son/s to St Patrick's College in 2021 are warmly invited to attend the 2021 College Information Evening on Thursday, October 24 at the OCA Pavilion. This is a very informative free evening which will benefit all families seeking a Catholic education for their son.
Please come along to hear from the Headmaster, Mr John Crowley and various guest speakers from the College. There is a choice of two Information Session times for your convenience.
To register your attendance please go to www.trybooking.com/BDEBO When registering please reserve tickets for your family at either Information Session A commencing at 5.30pm or Information Session B commencing at 7.30pm. Please also select one College tour group (A-Y) and reserve a ticket for every member of your family who will be attending the tour of the College at 6.30pm.
Enrolment for 2021 in Year 7
Application for enrolment to St Patrick’s College is now open for Year 7 in 2021. For further information and to obtain a Prospectus, please contact Registrar Caitlin Bennett at cbennett@stpats.vic.edu.au Alternatively please click on the following link to view further information and download the Prospectus from the SPC website:
http://www.stpats.vic.edu.au/en/prospective-families/prospectus/
The application closing date is Friday December 6 at 4 pm. All applications must accompany the $50 Application Fee.
College Open Mornings
Each Friday morning at 9 am the College conducts tours for prospective students and their families. This is an ideal opportunity to see students and staff in action in a wide range of learning areas. Current parents are also most welcome to attend. To book a place on a tour please make an online booking at this link: https://www.trybooking.com/XIVK
All families interested in sending their son/s to St Patrick's College in 2021 are warmly invited to attend the 2021 College Information Evening on Thursday, October 24 at the OCA Pavilion. This is a very informative free evening which will benefit all families seeking a Catholic education for their son.
Please come along to hear from the Headmaster, Mr John Crowley and various guest speakers from the College. There is a choice of two Information Session times for your convenience.
To register your attendance please go to www.trybooking.com/BDEBO When registering please reserve tickets for your family at either Information Session A commencing at 5.30pm or Information Session B commencing at 7.30pm. Please also select one College tour group (A-Y) and reserve a ticket for every member of your family who will be attending the tour of the College at 6.30pm.
Enrolment for 2021 in Year 7
Application for enrolment to St Patrick’s College is now open for Year 7 in 2021. For further information and to obtain a Prospectus, please contact Registrar Caitlin Bennett at cbennett@stpats.vic.edu.au Alternatively please click on the following link to view further information and download the Prospectus from the SPC website:
http://www.stpats.vic.edu.au/en/prospective-families/prospectus/
The application closing date is Friday December 6 at 4 pm. All applications must accompany the $50 Application Fee.
College Open Mornings
Each Friday morning at 9 am the College conducts tours for prospective students and their families. This is an ideal opportunity to see students and staff in action in a wide range of learning areas. Current parents are also most welcome to attend. To book a place on a tour please make an online booking at this link: https://www.trybooking.com/XIVK
Term Two Week Eight
Term Two Week Four
Lost and Found
Lost jumper named “Jimmy McLeod” if found please return to LG11 or the office.
Second hand uniform for sale
Tracksuit pants (cuff) size 6 $10
Shorts microfiber size 4 $5
Contact Tanya on 0408 507 862
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Lost jumper named “Jimmy McLeod” if found please return to LG11 or the office.
Second hand uniform for sale
Tracksuit pants (cuff) size 6 $10
Shorts microfiber size 4 $5
Contact Tanya on 0408 507 862
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Term Two Week Two
Term One Week Ten
Term One Week Eight
ECO Kids Playgroup
(Open to all members of our School and Parish community)
Following a successful lauch families are invited to join our ECO Kids Playgroup held each Friday 9am – 10.30am in the School Hall.
Your child will get to play with plenty of wooden toys, explore outside and create friendships with other pre-school children. Coffee and tea will be available for parents and we ask that you bring a cut up fruit snack for your child to eat in a group setting. (Fruit only please)
$2 FEE OR $3 FOR 2 OR MORE CHILDREN.
Any profits will be donated to the School Sustainability Program.
AS THE PLAYGROUP IS ON SCHOOL GROUNDS IT IS SCHOOL POLICY THAT ALL PARENTS ATTENDING PLAYGROUP MUST HAVE A CURRENT WORKING WITH CHILDREN CARD (WWC).
If you do not have a WWC already, the check is free and lasts for 5 years. You will then be able to volunteer for anything at school including sports days and classroom activities. Any questions see Kathy at the office.
(Open to all members of our School and Parish community)
Following a successful lauch families are invited to join our ECO Kids Playgroup held each Friday 9am – 10.30am in the School Hall.
Your child will get to play with plenty of wooden toys, explore outside and create friendships with other pre-school children. Coffee and tea will be available for parents and we ask that you bring a cut up fruit snack for your child to eat in a group setting. (Fruit only please)
$2 FEE OR $3 FOR 2 OR MORE CHILDREN.
Any profits will be donated to the School Sustainability Program.
AS THE PLAYGROUP IS ON SCHOOL GROUNDS IT IS SCHOOL POLICY THAT ALL PARENTS ATTENDING PLAYGROUP MUST HAVE A CURRENT WORKING WITH CHILDREN CARD (WWC).
If you do not have a WWC already, the check is free and lasts for 5 years. You will then be able to volunteer for anything at school including sports days and classroom activities. Any questions see Kathy at the office.
Please refer to the attached YMCA Program for further details.
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Term One Week Six
International Read To Me Day
You may be interested in participating with your family on the International “Read to me” Day to be held on 19th March. A great way to share the love of reading with the children and perhaps learn more about the importance of reading to your children. A big 'thank you' to Sarah Gale, our Library Officer who alerted us to this. HAPPY READING!!
https://www.readtomeday.com/
ECO Kids Playgroup
(Open to all members of our School and Parish community)
Starting Friday 8th March 9am – 10.30am in the School Hall.
Your child will get to play with plenty of wooden toys, explore outside and create friendships with other pre-school children. Coffee and tea will be available for parents and we ask that you bring a cut up fruit snack for your child to eat in a group setting. (Fruit only please)
$2 FEE OR $3 FOR 2 OR MORE CHILDREN.
Any profits will be donated to the School Sustainability Program.
AS THE PLAYGROUP IS ON SCHOOL GROUNDS IT IS SCHOOL POLICY THAT ALL PARENTS ATTENDING PLAYGROUP MUST HAVE A CURRENT WORKING WITH CHILDREN CARD (WWC).
If you do not have a WWC already, the check is free and lasts for 5 years. You will then be able to volunteer for anything at school including sports days and classroom activities. Any questions see Kathy at the office.
You may be interested in participating with your family on the International “Read to me” Day to be held on 19th March. A great way to share the love of reading with the children and perhaps learn more about the importance of reading to your children. A big 'thank you' to Sarah Gale, our Library Officer who alerted us to this. HAPPY READING!!
https://www.readtomeday.com/
ECO Kids Playgroup
(Open to all members of our School and Parish community)
Starting Friday 8th March 9am – 10.30am in the School Hall.
Your child will get to play with plenty of wooden toys, explore outside and create friendships with other pre-school children. Coffee and tea will be available for parents and we ask that you bring a cut up fruit snack for your child to eat in a group setting. (Fruit only please)
$2 FEE OR $3 FOR 2 OR MORE CHILDREN.
Any profits will be donated to the School Sustainability Program.
AS THE PLAYGROUP IS ON SCHOOL GROUNDS IT IS SCHOOL POLICY THAT ALL PARENTS ATTENDING PLAYGROUP MUST HAVE A CURRENT WORKING WITH CHILDREN CARD (WWC).
If you do not have a WWC already, the check is free and lasts for 5 years. You will then be able to volunteer for anything at school including sports days and classroom activities. Any questions see Kathy at the office.
Term 1 Week 4
Southern Cross Culture Exchange
Would you be interested in hosting an International exchange student?
We have plenty of students arriving in May. Why not consider welcoming a new family member into your home?
You choose the duration, you choose the student, you are supported throughout the program. For more details contact Barb Brown 0417 150 908.
Misplaced Library Books
We're asking families after the Christmas madness and clean up just to have a quick look for any library books that may have turned up around the house. If these could be returned to the library it would be greatly appreciated.
Would you be interested in hosting an International exchange student?
We have plenty of students arriving in May. Why not consider welcoming a new family member into your home?
You choose the duration, you choose the student, you are supported throughout the program. For more details contact Barb Brown 0417 150 908.
Misplaced Library Books
We're asking families after the Christmas madness and clean up just to have a quick look for any library books that may have turned up around the house. If these could be returned to the library it would be greatly appreciated.