This is a great School and GPS community event and it is expected all Year 9 boys will support our team. Frustrated by the lack of interest in reading by his students, a high school principal hires a local theatre troupe to act out the plots of the novels in the school syllabus in an attempt to create enthusiasm and a love for the written word. Calendar and Term Dates. Start of Spring Term (2) - Monday 20th February 2023. . 100% university eligible. Some can be disposable, and some are small enough to fit into a pocket or a pencil case. Or do you just love to sing and entertain for the fun of it? Should Year 12s require a School Reference for university, work or accommodation application, then they must email their Head of House requesting a reference. Please encourage your boys to sign up for these events. It is absolutely critical in my view that a Head of Junior School is a person who is seen as totally engaged and connected with the school community. QLD School Holidays 2023. Avaneesh Pai, Iskcon Gyawali, Hiresh Wanasinghe and Ruhan Bulchandani participated as Team 1 and Amza Fleming, Lucas Wen, Jai Karki and Isaac Tebbutt were Team 2. It is vital that, if we are to provide quality programs, we get good feedback from the boys on how they are progressing. The boys enjoyed the atmosphere of competing against other schools and some fine performances were recorded. Mr Will awarded the following prizes: HC Hamish Lunn (alto saxophone), Joseph Fernando (drumkit), Jack Elmes (flute), Darcy Keating (euphonium). Thank you very much to Bliss Bierhoff and Tessa Chamberlain, and their hard working Committee for the superb Mothers Day celebrations, which were held in the Junior School last week. I encourage all of the wider TGS community to follow the TGS Boarding Facebook page so you can see what adventures our boarders experience. It may just be reassurance or asking some other questions that will help relive their anxieties. School Term Dates 2023. You truly demonstrate the values of Respect, Service, Courage, Integrity and Excellence. This was a highly contested section with 12 competing groups. Other year levels in both the Junior and Senior School are also nearing capacity and we would encourage families to contact us regarding enrolments as soon as possible. This will be a great opportunity, in an informal atmosphere, to get to know mothers from your House and others. Tuesday 19 July - Classes commence - Kindergarten to Year 12. Key dates: All campuses: 10 July 2023. Alumni and Reunions. 26 January 2023: Australia Day Public Holiday; 30 January 2023: Term One Commences; . Teacher Training Day #5 - Tuesday 3rd January 2023. In 1932, the school was moved to the corner of St George and Orrong Roads, Toorak. and 2nd. Term Dates 2022 SEMESTER ONE TERM ONE (10 WEEKS) January Sunday 23 All new boarders enter by 4:00pm . A special mention to our undefeated TGS teams after three weeks: Open 3rds, 11D, 10B, 10C, 10D, 8B, 8C, 8D, 6B and 6C. Vaping is a major concern in young adults in Australia. History. Please note that the rehearsal times are for this term only. Our young Cadets come from all walks of life and have very different backgrounds and personalities ranging from eager and excited to learn, to indifferent and rebellious. If a request for an extended absence is required, then these can be made to the respective Head of School and the following factors are considered: The decision to be absent during term time (authorised or unauthorised) carries certain expectations and understanding, namely that the student: Parents may be requested to provide documentary explanation for all absences. The boys should be encouraged to use the crossings both at school and in the surrounding streets. . Online students only. TGS Army Cadet Unit was well represented with SCUO Harry Fortune escorting the Guest Speaker Major (AAC) Kym Donoghue, and CDTSGT Tom Knudsen commanding the Banner Party. ALL players are only eligible to play GPS Rugby after completing three Confidence in Contact sessions. Wednesday 22 November Middle School Presentation Afternoon. This was a wonderful experience for both boys and residents. The School will provide a school rugby polo shirt and cap. The minutes of the meeting have been emailed to parents and are also available on the School Portal which can be accessed by going to http://www.twgs.qld.edu.au/ click on the Parent Lounge, login, then Senior School Boarding, Boarder Parents Support Group General Meeting. We Year 2 Strings and Year 4 Instrumental ConcertAll Year 2 and Year 4 parents are invited to our special concerts in Week 6. This early consultation period will be open for your comments until Thursday, 12 May 2022. If your son is diagnosed with COVID, or is a close contact, please ensure the form is completed on the TGS App or through Parent Lounge. Congratulations to all boys who were involved. Friday 8 April - Term 1 ends. As a School, we will always Boys from Years 8 to 11 have been enjoying some unstructured FUTSAL, playing in the cricket nets during lunchtimes. Year 12 external exams start, Friday 17November (TBC) The P&F is excited to host our first "Ladies Evening". The School is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people at the School and is dedicated to protecting them from harm. As a cadet you have the opportunity to attend leadership courses and command a section, platoon, company or brigade. This will provide neighbours, key stakeholders and residents with the opportunity to make a submission or simply learn more about our master planning activities and proposed MID. All information is contained in the Musical Information Pack 2023 Final. GST WILL BE ADDED FOR CORPORATE SPONSORS. Fairholme College is the best private boarding school in Toowoomba, QLD. Due to demand, we're pleased to announce an additional Prep class for 2023. TGS Sports & Activities Site. The speed limit is 40km/h in the streets surrounding the school. Integrated pastoral care. This is an adjudicated event for any instrumentalist from Years 4 to 6, performing at Grade 2 AMEB (or equivalent) standard. There's also the chance to represent the Toowoomba Titans Club Team with the opportunity to compete against many of South-East Queensland's best junior and adult teams. Keep up to date with all our school activities and upcoming events. David is now ready to start locking things in to place for the season ahead. Our College. Our Junior School boys were excited to also be joined by the Senior School Saxophone Trio. . With our younger students, more often, they will present to the Health Centre with physical symptoms (abdominal pain, headaches, nausea). Young people seem to think 'it's safer then smoking cigarettes'. Tickets will open next week, and with only one show youll need to get in quickly to secure your seat! Unauthorised absence an absence where the reason provided by the parent/caregiver is considered to be unacceptable to the School. Its sometimes a very tough gig being a boarding parent and very satisfying to know that when the chips are down (and we arent always able to be there) that these staff members have our boys' backs! On Saturday, 22 October 2022, the annual Australian Defence Force Cadets (ADFC) Tri-Service Dining in Night was held at Borneo Barracks, Cabarlah. Children can be unpredictable, and our boys often move around the campus and forget they are crossing roads; The speed limit is 40km/h in the streets surrounding the School; If you are waiting in a drop off/pick up zone, please stay as far left as possible. There are four payment options to pay your fees directly to Toowoomba Grammar School: Paying fees 12 months in advance - A 3% discount is applied for payment of the . Oct. . The drop off/pick up zone between the Trenerry Gym and Aquatic Centre is narrow. Parents of Year 12 boys will have received an email from me this week regarding School References. The 1sts returned to the winners list with a dominant display. enrolled at Toowoomba Grammar School, our conditions of enrolment clearly The School is also obligated to report student absences to the Department of Education at the end of each semester. It was a fantastic effort from the boys and they were very enthusiastically received. It has been an honour to have been in the role, and I sincerely thank those of you I have worked alongside for allowing me to be part of your journey. Wednesday, 25 May (Week 6), 11.45am 12.45pm, Monday, 30 May (Week 7), 10.50am - 11.45am, Thursday, 9 June (Week 8), 10.50am 11.45am, Tuesday, 14 June (Week 9), 2.10pm - 3.10pm, Sunday, 12 June (this date will also double as the first internal trial), Sunday, 10 July (this date will also double as the second internal trial), A parent who takes the time to give positive feedback on the new menu and food options within the dining hall, followed by a thank you, An email from a new parent whose son is having trouble settling into boarding life and asking for tips. These lessons will take place in regular Physical Education class time. It has been a very positive introduction to my time in the School and I feel privileged to have been invited by the Headmaster, Dr Kinniburgh to be the Acting Head of Junior School for the next two terms. Australia Day holiday, Friday 7April Call/text SOTA President Linda Lester on 0437 357 771. The Junior School Supporters' Group had a fabulous week of Mother's Day activities. are payable. Throughout Term 4 our staff start preparing to welcome our Year 6 boys into the Senior School. Many players have also made themselves available for selection into the SWQ Thunder who are holding their selection trials over the remainder of October. Last Friday our vocal ensembles performed at our annual Choral Showcase. All detail is kept in the confidential notes for your student and allows the Health Centre quick access to notes for when your son presents to the Health Centre unwell. 5 May - 2021 2 Year Reunion - book tickets. I am quite confident to say that our boarding staff are amongst the best. Thank you to those Cadets that took up the opportunity and were rewarded with a lovely two course dinner and some inspirational words on "the values of being a Cadet". Welcome to the St Saviour's Primary School, Toowoomba website. Yes, everyone is vaccine fatigued but we need to remember that we have been isolating for such a long time that the normal flu viruses will be more prevalent and cause more illness. SA School Holidays 2023. Round 2 saw our boys travel to Nudgee College where we were able to build some momentum from our first round exploits. If you are holding up traffic and your son is not there, please do a lap of the loop to allow other parents to collect their sons. I trust all the Mums in our community enjoyed the time spent with family and felt a little bit spoilt on Sunday. attempt to ensure that all boys wear their Akubra hats at all times they are in uniform and outdoors; require that all boys wear sports hats or their Akubra hats and sunscreen at all other times when they are outside; provide approved sunscreen at a number of strategic locations around the School; encourage students without adequate sun protection to use shaded or covered areas at recess and lunch times. It is also important to note, and as a reminder to all families TGS Old Boys and Coaches attend the Thunder 10th It is important to note that formal community consultation will be undertaken later in the MID process. The School is not obliged to provide alternative class, assessment or lost time for students who may be granted absence. SPECIAL REPORT: Vaping | Toowoomba Grammar School (schooltv.me), Quit_Infographic_Health_Risks_for_Adults_2021.01.pdf (mcusercontent.com), The known harms of e-cigarettes and vaping | Queensland Health, PARENTS-VAPING-WHAT-TO-DO-FINAL-2022.pdf (darta.net.au), What should parents say when their teen says "But it's not smoking" when they find out they're vaping? Cost: TGS and TRS will enter into a mutual exchange agreement. It was also lovely to see many of you attend our drinks and BBQ after drop off on the Tuesday. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. Mid-Year break starts / End of Term 2 Key dates. Congratulations to the boys who have been competing at the representative level over the last few weeks. physically in the form of abseiling, waterman-ship activities, and leading a team in first aid scenarios; as well as mentally, when public speaking, commanding parades and meeting dignitaries. 23 June 2023. We are at the early stages of the project and encourage you to review and have your say about the Schools master planning activities and proposed MID through this website link. Reporting the School will report all authorised, unauthorised and unexplained absences on student report cards at the end of each semester. Please choose your state. It is a philosophy I have always strongly subscribed to, but it is only after speaking with a parent one day at a sporting event that I became aware of a leadership approach known as, Leading by Walking Around Keeping your Finger on the Pulse. 27 February - Ballarat & Queen's Old Grammarians' Association 2023 AGM - register to attend. Fairholme College 2022 Term Dates (r1a 11/21) Author: Term 2. TGS Campus Map. Please note the change of date for the next BPSG Meeting. One of the driving factors behind why I do what I do, is the belief that there is nothing too big that we cant talk about, and that seeking support requires an incredible amount of courage. This year, we will continue with the Friday Evening Welcome Function looking to welcome Old Boys from any years, with Saturday evening being for the 10-year reunion groups. An outstanding list of performances from all our athletes across the 68 events on the day. All boys should be commended for their participation and the high quality performances they delivered on the evening. The first was a social at Sommerville House. This can make leadership very interesting and often a juggling act to ensure that you are engaging, inspiring and educating all personalities, while still having fun. For 21 April. Inter-school sport. Monday, 9 October. Find out key term dates, Parent-Teacher days and public holidays throughout the year. If you would like to participate but don't have a team of four, please contact Group President, Ged Sippel at gerard.sippel@syngenta.com and we may be able to build a team on your behalf. I would like to acknowledge Mr Evan Rees, the Junior School Japanese teacher, for his long-term organisation and planning that was involved in allowing this exciting experience to occur for the boys. (10 weeks) Easter Vacation. Head of Year 7, Mr David Klan and Head of Corfe House, Mr Henry White, started the Year 6 into 7 induction process last term with a tour of the Senior School and an information session in the Senior School Library. TGS Sports Portal. WA School Holidays 2023. The designation will be for the purposes of: The proposed MID has been requested in accordance with Chapter 2, Part 5 of the Planning Act 2016. This event is for all year groups from Prep to 12 and you are more than welcome to bring friends. Toowoomba Grammar School is more than just an education. Cricket A group of TGS boys recently participated in the State Cricket Championships. You may want to avoid the rush in some of the Australias most popular holiday spots like the great ocean road, we have put together the complete list of school holidays across every state in Australia. More information regarding this visit will be sent to parents with boys involved. 24 Margaret Street, Toowoomba, QLD, 4350 Australia, 2023 COVID is still out there, and Queensland Health still has monitoring requirements. We are conscious of how busy the traffic is around the school each morning and afternoon and in recent years we have updated the parking and traffic flow in the Herries Street and Margaret Street loops as well as the Junior School and Aquatic Centre areas. As indicated by the Headmaster in a recent newsletter article, I have tendered my resignation with the School and am due to finish my time as School Counsellor in late December. We are equally committed to teaching our students to have a moral commitment to making our world a better place as reflective, caring, knowledgeable and principled people. Term Dates 2023. The standard was exceptionally high and the adjudicator was extremely complimentary about all the performances. Communication is a vital part of boarding and in many ways recently, I have been reminded of how powerful simple communication can be. That in mind, if you have any queries or suggestions regarding boarding, you are most welcome to contact your Boarder Rep or me and we will help direct you to the appropriate staff contact. This handy communication guide has been created to help parents quickly and easily access School information. We have two x 4 week holidays periods, one at Christmas(December/January) and one mid-year (June/July), instead of the traditional 8 week summer holiday break which helps alleviate learning loss over this long holiday which is better suited to working parents and expatriates as allows a return to home country for one holiday and explore Asia in the other. We need leads, ensemble members (chorus), orchestra members, backstage crew and hair and make-up people. Greek Mythology for Millennials, an award-winning play written by our very own Year 12 student, Gabriel Donaldson, details the search for a new God to take their place in Grecian mythology the God of Technology as Zeus cant seem to work out how to fix new fandangle technology items around his temple. This resource covers a range of topics presented by experts in their field including Cybersafety, Mental Health, Wellbeing, School Survival and Positive Parenting. While the program uses rugby as a vehicle, the real tasks are to create proud Toowoomba Grammar Old Boys when they leave our school. RESERVE THESE DATES. Term Dates 2023 (PDF 103KB) Term 1 : Monday 23 January: Students return & Term 1 commences: Thursday 26 January: AUSTRALIA DAY: Thursday 30 March: End of term for students: Friday 31 March . Over the last six and a half years, I have thoroughly valued working with the students, families and staff of TGS. 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