Previous editions of the Bush Telegraph can now be found on the Publications section of the Kamaroi Website.

https://www.kamaroi.nsw.edu.au/explore/publications/

We will keep this section updated so you can refer back to recent Bush Telegraphs at your convenience. 

Michael Twigg

Business Manager 

The Kamaroi Genre Reading Challenge for 2021 is well under way!  Each year, children in the senior classes are asked to expand their reading universe by exploring books from genres they love, along with genres they wouldn’t normally be drawn to.

This year, the theme for our Genre Challenge is “Out of this World”.

Class 5 students are aiming to visit five “Genre” Planets, whilst Class 6 students are visiting at least six genres. In Week 7 we had a focus on the “Fantasy” genre. Class 5 had a lively class discussion about what types of books would fall into this genre, including those that have themes of magic, mythical creatures and fantastical worlds.  

In Week 8, the Library Lesson was dedicated to “Realistic Fiction”-stories that “could really happen”. Do other genres overlap with Realistic Fiction? Of course! 

Historical fiction and even some Sci-Fi or Dystopian stories can also be very realistic.

We have already seen dedicated Fantasy or Realistic fiction fans, dipping their toes into the water and finding that there are other books out there!

It’s all about discovering and enjoying new books.

Happy reading!

Bernie Banbury and Lisa Smith

Class 6 have been doing woodwork with Robert and creating spoons!

Topic: Kamaroi Parents Association Meeting

Date: Monday 26 July

Time: 07:30 PM Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/96597023252

Thanks to all who 'zoomed in' for our PA meeting this week.  It's great to see the enthusiasm for re-connecting our community! We're excited to welcome Suzy Gilbert as our new Craft Group Coordinator and a big thanks to those parents who've signed up to assist with the Wednesday Market Stall.  Please read on to hear about PA initiatives:

• Craft Group - great Wednesday Workshops coming up- all welcome!

• Stewart House clothing donation

• Market Stall - sign up for a shift or come along and stock up on gorgeous Steiner inspired books, crafts and gifts

• Kamaroi clothing for sale - it's getting chilly and it’s always a few degrees cooler at Kamaroi - so rug your kids up in some warm Kamaroi Winter Clothing.

• Fair boutique - gather up your unwanted clothing over the long weekend – the first 2nd-hand clothing drop-off for the boutique is coming up!

Kamaroi Clothing Donation to Stewart House

About Stewart House:

Each year 1,700 school children in need go to Stewart House (in Curl Curl) from many parts of NSW and the ACT. During their stay, children are provided with optometric, dental and medical treatment as well as emotional support. This is balanced with health and educational programs and out of school activities to boost their self-esteem and to promote a healthier lifestyle. The children are also provided with basic needs such as toothbrushes, shoes and clothing.

Why are we donating Kamaroi clothing:?

We have an excess of new size 12 Kamaroi clothing. This size is rarely requested/purchased by Kamaroi children, and we’d like it to go to children in need.  The Stewart House staff have said it will be gratefully received. 

How can you support this?

Your family can donate one or more pieces of clothing as part of this appeal.  The money will go the Parent Association to recoup some of the original cost of the clothing and to fund ongoing programs at the school such as Parent Education and music ensembles.  Around 150 items of clothing will go to Stewart House for distribution to children who attend their programs.

When: Wednesday Market & Winter Festival, from 8:45am

Where: Piazza

Suggested donation: T-shirt - $10, Long sleeve - $15,  Jumper - $20

The Parent Association Market Stall needs your help!

What is the PA Market Stall?

Every Wednesday of term we open a market stall in the piazza selling crystals, books, hand-made toys, gifts, crayons, beeswax, Kamaroi clothing etc. It runs from 8:30am to 9:30am.

What do we do with the proceeds?

The profits from the stall go towards funding projects and programs at Kamaroi such as Parent Ed, playground equipment, music ensembles.

How can you help?

We need volunteers to help run the Wednesday stall. Ideally you will be able to commit to at least two Wednesday mornings a term.

How long does it take?

To set up, run and pack up the stall takes approximately an hour – from 8:30am – 9:30am.

Why would I sign up?

•       Great chance to meet the children and other parents!

•       Help support the school with fundraising and community connection

•       The PA buys you a hot drink from the Kitchen to start your day 😊

How can I sign up?

•       It’s easy to sign up via Sign up Zone: https://signup.zone/joKiikGjsPoSjtXSk

•       We prefer people to commit to at least 2 Wednesdays per term as it’s easier to manage training/ stock/ communication.

•       Please add your dates in your calendar!

How would I learn how to set up?

We can organise a time with Cris or Katie at a time that works for you.  We can also train you on your first shift (it’s not hard!)

How can I find out more information?

If you’re not ready to sign up but want more information, drop by the Market Stall on Wednesday or send a message to Cris (0410 140 990).

18 weeks until our Kamaroi Fair - Sunday 17th October!

BOUTIQUE (2nd hand clothing)

If you’re feeling inspired over this long weekend to do a bit of a clean-out, our first collection will be in the last week of this term. Why not sort through your wardrobes for those clothes that don’t work for you anymore or that your kids have outgrown?

Please drop bags of clothes on Wednesday 23rd or Thursday 24th June (only) on the barn verandah. We will have more collection dates next term.

We welcome women’s, men’s, boys’, girls’ and unisex clothing and handbags.

Please remember:

* All items need to be clean and of good, saleable quality 

* NO underwear or socks

* Shoes - new or in near-new condition

* Items for babies to 2 years -  new or near-new condition

Please write your name and mobile number on the bag and leave outside the barn doors, on the verandah.

Thanks!

Tiffany, Melinda and Liz from Class 4

Stay warm!

The PA committee

2021 GREEN PAGES DIRECTORY IS UP!

The 2021 Green Pages has been updated and is now available here. This directory is an initiative of the Parents’ Association. Listings are available for free to all Kamaroi families. Current products and services include: Digital Marketing & Graphic Design, Steiner Eco Store, Film Production, Fitness, Health & Wellness Practitioners, Interior Design & Home Organisation, Steiner Daycare, Pre-School and Playgroups. Support your community, have a browse and share with your friends and family!

The Green Pages will be updated regularly throughout the year, so if you would like to include your business please email dana@danamrkich.com for more info.

Click HERE to view the listings!

Thank you to those who joined our Gardening Workshop on Sunday 30 May. 

Sandra will likely host another workshop later in the year. Keep an eye out for the details in the Bush Telegraph.

Please join us in making

Kamaroi shine for Term 3

Date: Sunday July 11th, 2021

Time: 9:00am till 12noon

Please confirm your interest and attendance by emailing kamaroi@kamaroi.nsw.edu.au 

The main tasks will be bush regeneration, weeding, mulching, clearing drains, pruning and general cleaning.

Registration with the front office on the day is essential for Covid sign-in, allocating tasks, and providing morning tea.

Due to the nature of the work we recommend that children are not on site for this day.

Appropriate clothing and footwear should be worn.

All tools and gloves will be provided.

Kindest regards,

Robert Scali

Maintenance

You can now register for term 3.

French classes are every Tuesday, from 8 to 8:50am I Term 3 - 9 weeks, $180 for the term.

We recommend you register early to avoid any disappointment!

Contact Marie - marie.rauturier@gmail.com / 0412 601 807

A great opportunity to end Term 2 with a lot of fun!

Do your children like to cook and/or bake at home?

Do you just want them to have a great time discovering new skills?

Give them the opportunity to do it with a French home baker!

Chocolate Mousse - La Mousse au Chocolat

Traditional and Vegan, 2 recipes to start baking with fun! Ingredients list available upon request.

Ages: 6 - 11 years old 

Date: Monday 21st June at 3pm (1 hour class) 

Price: $25 per class - must register ahead.

You can now register for this one-time workshop.

Contact Marie - marie.rauturier@gmail.com - 0412 601 807

We recommend you register early to avoid any disappointment.

If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the class will be cancelled 48 hours in advance.

Join us for our Winter School Holiday Program which we are excited to be offering at Kamaroi School

Drawing inspiration from nature children will collect, imagine and create through a variety of fun, immersive creative activities. 

Workshops are offered to all children so please share with your community within Kamaroi & Beyond

Dates: Tuesday 29th June - Thursday 1st July. 

BOOK HERE  *Half day bookings available 

CREATIVE KIDS Vouchers accepted

To be notified directly via email of future holiday programs & other class offerings please subscribe via the link below

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Follow First Nation Elders from around the globe as they ‘Walk in the Footsteps of our Ancestors’ through Aotearoa and Hawaii, with Australia's own First Nation's singer and Elder, Uncle Bunna Lawrie. 

Watch as Elders come together to share culture and ideas, bringing to light new possibilities for us all.  Explore ancient wisdom and conversations of sovereignty that are emerging during this special film launch in Sydney.

• Q&A with our global First Nations Elders, thought leaders and the filmmaker.

• Group Art exhibition and sales. Live song stream from the Kimberleys.

Produced by: handsaroundtheworld.com.au 

We are a not-for-profit, volunteer organisation and appreciate the kind support of the Northern Beaches Council and Gai-mariagal Festival organisers.

There is no cost for tickets but we would appreciate a gold coin donation, if possible.

DATE  Thursday 8 July 2021 at 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM

LOCATION  Glen Street Theatre  Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Rd, Belrose, NSW 2085

FREE BOOKING  https://www.trybooking.com/BRNNG

All the festivals we have at Kamaroi are an extremely important part of the Steiner curriculum; they build the culture and community in a way that nourishes and strengthens each child and in turn the whole community.

The teachers and children put an enormous effort into preparing for any festival. This work starts early and culminates in the festival itself during the school day. The Winter Festival creates a mood; a sense of wonder and awe that is remembered by the children all their lives.

We can’t stress enough how important it is that every child is present for the festival. If they miss out they really feel it, as their whole class live into the festival together, no matter what class they are in.

Mid Winter Festival Classes K - 4

The spiral walk for Kindergarten and Classes 1-4 is so simple yet can be a profound experience.

For children, sitting calmly and patiently, absorbing the quiet stillness of the room, observing and then participating in the walking of the spiral to find the light is very significant.  That walk symbolises our turning inward during the dark of winter, whilst also holding that light of love within.  It is this light which carries us forward as individuals and as human beings who are part of something much bigger.  That light has huge potential for us and humanity in general if we can take the time and effort to access it.

Please register your attendance here:

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/kamaroi-mid-winter-festival-k-4-tickets-156439044393

Due to the event being held indoors there is a limit of 2 adults per child to ensure we maintain a safe physical distance. 

Event Timings:

9am - Kindergarten 9am

• After the festival, class parents may gather used apples and hand out to parents once back in kindy.

11:30am - class 1 & 3 

• Prior to starting, class parents should check spiral and tidy up as necessary before their own group starts.
• After the festival, class parents may gather used apples and hand them to the teacher. The teacher may give the apples to the children at the end of the day.

1:30pm Class 2 & 4

• Prior to starting, class parents should check spiral and tidy up as necessary before their own group starts.
• After the festival, class parents may gather used apples and hand them to the teacher. The teacher may give the apples to the children at the end of the day.

Class 4

•  Class 4 dismantles the spiral after they have walked it. This can be done when it is convenient, either straight after the festival or in the late afternoon.

•  Muslin is washed and stored, ivy and flowers taken or thrown. Everything including muslin is given back to Kindy to be stored.

NOTE:

Parents/Carers are to notify teachers if they are taking their child. A roll will be issued to teachers on a clip-board to record when a child is taken by the family. Class 4 Parents may not take their child until the spiral has been dismantled and items stored away.

For Class 5 and 6 children (and their parents!) this is certainly worth waiting for. It is a bit of a ‘rites of passage’ in itself to progress from the spiral to the challenge of the labyrinth. 

5:15pm Soup and bread rolls around the fire in the Piazza 

*Class 5 parents to organise soup and serving (BYO mug or clean cup)  

6:00pm Gong rings; students gather in classrooms 

6:15pm Festive gathering in Blue Room 

6:45pm  Firesticks presentation on the Meadow

7:00pm  Labyrinth on the Meadow

Please register your attendance here: 

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mid-winter-festival-class-5-6-tickets-156440033351 

Please try not to bring younger siblings to the Class 5 and 6 Festival. Also dress very warmly for the evening. There will be ‘patient sitting’ whilst children wait to walk the labyrinth so lots of layers are recommended.

Indian cultural event & banquet 

Date: Friday 18th June

Time: 6.00pm - 8.30pm  

Venue: Kamaroi school hall 

Hosted by class 5, class 6 are welcome to join!

Cost $25 p.p. to cover cost of food and musicians. Book through the group together app which will be emailed. Must book before Monday 14th June for catering purposes.

Term 2: Wednesday 21 April – Friday 25 June 

Term 3: Wednesday 14 July – Friday 17 September 

Term 4: Wednesday 6 October – Wednesday 8 December

Monday 14 June

Closed for Queens Birthday Public Holiday

Tuesday 15 June

Morning Tea

Organic baked bean cheesy toasties on organic spelt GF option $4

Organic sourdough toasties, HCT, CT, Cheese GF option $4

Yoghurt berry cups GF, DF option $3

Apple Crumble GF & DF option $4

Raspberry oat muffin $3 

Lunch

Taco Tuesday - Mexican pie GF + DF option $5

Brown Rice ball GF, DF $3

Hearty Lentil soup soup GF DF mug $5 bowl $8

Roll $1 

Wednesday 16 June

Morning Tea

Cheese and bacon focaccia $4

Spinach and feta focaccia $4 

Pumpkin scone $3 

Gluten free cheese bacon roll $4

Golden Honeycino $2

Hummus snack plate GF, DF $4

Lunch

Sausage roll DF, GF option $4

Spinach and feta triangle $4

Buttered chicken GF DF $6 - $8 

Thursday 17 June

Morning Tea

Bliss Balls $1

Inari $1.5

Cheesy Sticks $1.5

Tomato basil bocconcini bruschetta with wholemeal sourdough $3

Dark choc chips sultana chia seeds oat biscuits $2

Apple blueberry turnovers $3

Apple cinnamon loaf GF/DF $3

Warm winter lemonade sugar free $3

Lunch

Assorted sushi $3.5

Inari $1.5

Vegetable Korma Curry GF/DF $4

Friday 18 June

Morning Tea

Cheesy pizza slice $3

Olive and basil pizza $3

Pizza supreme $4

Gluten free pizza $4

Dairy free pizza $4 By request only by 9am

Wholesome oat and seed cookie $2

Hummus snack plate GF, DF $4

Organic hot cocoa sweetened with maple syrup $3

Lunch

Spaghetti Bolognaise GF + Df option $6

Cheesy Jacket Potato GF $3- $4

Indian Samosa $4

Monday 21 June

Morning Tea

Anzac cookies $2

Inari $1.5

Apple and cinnamon Muffins $3

Cheesy pizza slice $3

Olive and basil pizza $3

Gluten free pizza $4

Dairy free pizza $4 By request only by 9am

Organic hot cocoa sweetened with maple syrup $3

Lunch

Assorted Sushi $3.50

Inari $1.5

Chickpea and vege curry $6

Tuesday 22nd June

Morning Tea

Organic baked bean cheesy toasties on organic spelt GF option $4

Organic sourdough toasties, HCT, CT, Cheese GF option $4

Yoghurt berry cups GF, DF option $3

Apple Crumble GF & DF option $4

Lunch

Taco Tuesday - Chicken burrito GF & DF option $5

Brown Rice ball GF, DF $3

Pumpkin soup GF & DF mug $5 Bowl $8 

Roll $1

Wednesday 23 June

Morning Tea

Spelt cinnamon scrolls $3

Spelt cinnamon buns $3

Bacon and egg rolls $4 - $6 GF option

Hummus Snack Plate GF & DF $4

Golden honeycino DF + GF $2

Lunch

Sausage roll DF, GF option $4

Spinach and feta triangle $4

Lemon Dhal GF $6 - $8

Thursday 24 & Friday 25 June

Kamaroi Kitchen will be closed on Thursday 24 & Friday 25 June.

All Mid-Year reports have now been posted and should arrive soon!

WINTER IS HERE – TIME TO SNUGGLE UP WITH A GOOD BOOK!

With the June/July holidays coming it’s the perfect time to come to the library and stock up for your family holiday reading! 

At Kamaroi we encourage holiday borrowing in the term holidays so get your child to return any overdue books they may have and sign up for a Thursday afternoon or Lunchtime Library on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.

But be quick – appointments on Thursday afternoon of week 10 are limited … as our Library Staff will be working on preparing the spiral for our beautiful winter festival/

Can’t make Thursday or a Lunchtime?  Contact Bernie on 9450 1651 or bernadetteb@kamaroi.nsw.edu.au and we will see if there is a time on another afternoon that you can come stock up for your winter holidays.

Happy Reading!

Bernie Banbury and Lisa Smith

My main sentiment in this edition of the Bush Telegraph is gratitude and thanks!

What a joy it is to have opportunities for our community to come together again. Seeing our parents and carers participating in craft and visiting the Wednesday market stall is wonderful.  Thank you parents for being so welcoming of new families as well!  We have a number of events coming up that will provide forums to bring you together. I am so glad this is happening.

I made mention at the PA meeting this week that enrolments are looking very positive for 2022. Additionally, in Term 3 this year, we have a number of children starting at various times.  We have two little ones joining our Prep group, another in Kindergarten, and other children coming into Classes 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. A couple of these Class placements are still to be confirmed.  I know the children will be excited to welcome new friends and classmates.

An overwhelming factor that people become interested in our wonderful school is through word of mouth recommendations.  Thank you for sharing your experiences and for promoting our school!  

Our tours have been well attended recently and I must give thanks to the Class 6 children who have assisted at these tours.  Meeting our Class 6 children and seeing how they interact and communicate, has strongly influenced parents’ decisions to pursue enrolment at Kamaroi. I think the children themselves are an important selling point for our school. They are a credit to the school but also a credit to their families. 

Thank you! 

There comes a time for our parents when they need to consider the future destination Secondary School.  This week we held the Graduate Panel event to provide the opportunity for parents to learn from our ex-students about their transition to Secondary School.  The panel shared their personal experiences and memories of Kamaroi, speaking about their learning, what they are doing now, and the most important take-outs of their Steiner experience. The quote that 

“Steiner education sets students up for a life of contribution and achievement, fulfilment and success, and gives them the confidence and capability to forge their own paths as free, morally responsible and resilient people” (SEA)….rang true.   

The feedback I have received from people who attended on Wednesday evening has been extremely positive and we will certainly make this an annual event.  The parents of the Graduate Panel members shared their pride in their children and remarked on their ability to express views; prospective parents were very impressed by the calibre of our graduates; and current families and their children were affirmed that the transition to Secondary School is not so overwhelming.  Steiner graduates from Kamaroi are well equipped for the next phase of their learning journey!

Queens Birthday Public Holiday - Monday 14 June

Class 5 Indian Feast - Friday 18 June @ 6:30pm

French Cooking Class - Monday 21 June

Mid-Winter Festival Class 5 & 6 - Tuesday 22 June

Music Ensemble Concert - Wednesday 23 June

Mid-Winter Festival K - 4 - Friday 25 June

Last Day Term 2 - Friday 25 June

First Day Term 3 - Wednesday 14 July

School Tour - Wednesday 21 July

PA Meeting - Monday 26 July - via ZOOM

Class 4 Camp - Tuesday 10 - Friday 13 August

Class 6 Play - 23 - 27 August

Class 4 Play - Wednesday 1 - 2 September

Class 4 Play (Parents) - Friday 3 September

Kamaroi Fair - Sunday 17 October 

Class 6 Farewell Dinner - Saturday 4 December

You can view upcoming events in the Kamaroi Calendar