Athletics Carnival - Year 2 Note

Dear Year 2 Parents and Carers,

The Athletics Carnival will be held on Friday 30th April at Banks Oval.   

Children in Year 2 will be separated into their age groups.  Age groupings are based on the age your child has turned or is turning this calendar year. Children born in 2013 are 8yrs. Children born in 2014 are 7yrs.

Year 2 will be joining Yrs 3 – 6 and walking down to the oval at 9:00am, participating in the Track and Field events and returning by bus.  K – 1 will join the rest of the school at 11:20am.

A School Athletics Squad will be chosen from this carnival to compete at the Tuggeranong Region Track and Field Carnival later in the year.  Children will be selected from 8yrs and up in all sprint events, but only from 10yrs and up in field events and 800m.  7-year-old children (born in 2014) will take part in the same activities but will not be eligible to be selected in the School Athletics Squad.

Children will need to bring their own recess, lunch and at least one drink bottle of water.  A canteen will be available with snacks and drinks.  Children are to wear full sports uniform including school hat and their house T-shirt. Bringing sunscreen is highly recommended.

Once again, we need many helpers to ensure a successful day. The children will be rotating around the events in their age groups with a teacher and so we will be requiring parent assistance in running each event.  It is in no way difficult – it’s a great opportunity to have a day out and help your children have a fun, active time. If you are able to give a few hours on the day, please fill in the form. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. We are hoping that with many volunteers, there will be opportunities for everyone to have a break and spend time with their children. Helpers must have a WWVP card and be able to adhere to Covid safety guidelines.  Many hands make light work.

Please complete the permission note by Thursday 1st April (Week 9). Thank you for your support.