Friday, 26 January 2007
Official Announcement
We’ll kick off the year with an announcement at the Australia Day Awards. As part of the celebrations students will take part in a parade of pioneer ships which brought many of our forebears to the sunny shores of Australia.
Friday, 2 February 2007
In February 1914 students undertook a historic walk from the old school to the new school on the hill. This re‑enactment gives students the chance to dress up in olden day clothing and follow in the footsteps of those earlier students. On arrival at the school, a special assembly will be held to formally open the new playground.
Friday, 23
March 2007
Sports Day
Sports Days have been an annual event at Gumeracha Primary School for as long as anyone can remember. This year we will make it even more special with many old colonial games planned for the day. All were invited to share in this fun filled day while students learn about games of old.
Friday, 13
April 2007
ANZAC Day School Assembly
In memory of the four students of Gumeracha Primary who gave their lives during the wars, and ANZAC Day school assembly was held. The four Gun Salute, laying of the wreaths and display of military vehicles were special features of the day. Thanks to the Nine Mile Snipers and Catafalque Party for their support.
May 2007
Old School Opening
To celebrate the opening of the first school in 1857, an historic old school room will be recreated in the Civic Centre. Students and teachers will be able to experience first hand what school was like and learn about early communication such as Morse code and telegraphs. We thank the History Centre for making this possible.
Friday &
Saturday, 19-20 October 2007
Celebration Weekend
The piece de resistance of the year will be a weekend of celebration including:
Friday, 19 October 2007
School Open Day
Past scholars and staff, parents, grand-parents and other interested persons are invited to tour the school between 11am and 1pm. A special assembly will be held at 12.30pm which will include a roll call of some of our older past students in the community.
Saturday, 20 October 2007
Reunion Day
Here is an opportunity for old scholars to reunite in the school from 11.30am to 3.30pm. A barbeque lunch will be provided at 1pm. Visitors are asked to report to the Old School Room where they will sign in and collect their badge to identify the year that they attended Gumeracha Primary as a student. A chance to reminisce about friendships made and catch up on a lifetime of learning.
Saturday, 20 October 2007
Anniversary Dinner Dance
The Anniversary Dinner Dance will be held at Gumeracha Town Hall. Doors open at 6.30pm with a 3 course meal being served at 7.15pm. BYO drinks. The Freeloaders band will play from 8pm till late. Ticket costs $25.00 per person.
Sunday, 4
November 2007
Festival of Spring
This year's festival will have a historic focus, with students provided the opportunity to display their work and what they have learned about our past.
Friday, 7
December 2007
School Family Picnic
The year's celebrations will wind down with a relaxing School Family Picnic in Federation Park. An opportunity for parents, teachers, students, families and friends to gather and enjoy the friendships they have shared as part of the Gumeracha Primary School Community.
So put these dates in your diaries now, and be a part of history in the making, as we celebrate '150 years of learning and friendship' and contemplate where the next 150 will take us.
For more information, or to register your interest in attending one of the events, please don't hesitate to contact us.