1. Canberra Study Tour 2019 Monday 17th June – Friday 21st June
Kororoit Creek Primary School
Grade 6
Kylie

2. Learning in Context Old Parliament House
Central Idea Governmental systems and decisions facilitate change.
Lines of Inquiry - Government systems and structures
- Catalysts for change
- The impact of decision making processes on different groups
Byroni
Old Parliament House

3. Itinerary
Day 1 –
Day 2,3 & 4 – Study Tour (breakfast, lunch and dinner provided)
Monday 17th June am Coaches to arrive at school
Visiting attractions and participating in a variety of programs
7.00am Coaches to depart for Canberra Comfort stops along the way as required Lunch (all must provide own)
Evenings hosted by staff and include a visit to AMF bowling and the Telstra Tower
4.30pm Approx arrival at Ibis Styles Eaglehawk
Day 5 – Bus back to school (breakfast and lunch provided)
Late afternoon arrival
6.00pm Dinner Night-in - teacher supervised activities
Byroni

4. Attractions Questacon Museum of Australian Democracy Telstra Tower
Electoral Education Centre
National Capital Exhibition Centre
Parliament House
War Memorial
Questacon
Telstra Tower
Australian Institute of Sport
High Courts
Royal Australian Mint
Dan

5. Accommodation Camp Setting Ibis Styles Eaglehawk
15 minutes from Parliament House
Cabin style accommodation with bunks (Girls and boys separate)
Dan
Camp Setting

6. What to bring
Packed lunch for day 1 - Appropriate clothing (detailed list to be provided) - Sleeping Bag - Small amount of spending money (for souvenirs- maximum of $50) - iPods/iPads/books for bus journey (carried at own risk) - NO SNACKS – many students with allergies will be on the trip. Staff will provide ample treats throughout the trip. - NO MOBILE PHONES – the school will be in constant contact with teachers, who in turn will contact the school if required. - Cameras allowed (including iPad camera), however children are COMPLETELY responsible. Parents will need to sign a disclaimer that there is no responsibility held by staff on the camp. We will also take many cameras.
-If possible Soft Bags
Jess

7. Staffing and Supervision
Staff attending – Grade 6 team members* (*staff still TBC)
First Aid – staff with First Aid Training will be available at all times, First Aid Kits carried at all times
Jess
Australian Institute of Sport

8. Medical Information and Dietary Requirements
Dietary Requirements related to food allergies and religion will be catered for.
All medical information will be collated and carried by teachers.
ALL medication must be handed to staff for safe storage and administration prior to departure.
Forms to be sent home early next term to collect relevant information.
Richard

9. Cost and Payment War Memorial
Cost is will be approximately $535* and includes:
Bus Travel (tour buses, fully seat belt equipped)
4 nights accommodation
All meals and snacks (except Day 1 lunch)
Access to all tourist attractions and activities
*Price is subject to number of students attending
PACER - $30 subsidy
School Council – will further subsidise the cost
hoping to keep it at approx. $535
Richard
War Memorial

10. Proposed Payment Plan
To ensure that we are able to provide you with sufficient time to cover the cost of the Study Tour, a payment plan will be set up:
Deposit due: Friday 8th March $50 (in order to determine final numbers)
10 Payments of $53.50
First Payment is due 22/02/2019
Payments can be made in full
If any families are experiencing hardship, please write a short note with information to either Blayne (Acting Principal), Lindy (Business Manager) or Kylie.
Kylie

11. Questions?

12. Timeline for Transition
Early Term 2: Students will receive transition forms
Mid May: Transitions forms are due
End May: Primary Schools submit initial placements
Mid June: Receive feedback on unsuccessful placements
End of July: Placement Confirmation
August: Appeals process
Decemeber: Transition

19. Questions?
Please feel free to come and see me in H50.