It’s been a very big Term 2 with lots of activities and events to get the community together and it’s not over yet! Coming up next week is our second Giving Day and we’re asking everyone to be involved and donate – either money or your time or both! You can read all about it in the update below.
As we look towards the second half of the year, there’s more exciting community events coming up that will bring us all together to be entertained and have fun including:
- Trivia Night: Saturday 20 July
- Jazz Night: Saturday 31 August
- Presentation Ball: Saturday 14 September
These events offer wonderful opportunities for us to celebrate, connect, and support one another, further details below.
Seeking Volunteers for Giving Day
Last year’s inaugural Giving Day was a huge success, raising over $100,000 thanks to our generous community and pre-pledged matchers! This incredible effort funded eight scholarships for one year, enabling eight young people, who otherwise would not have had the opportunity, to receive a Tintern education.
Our second Giving Day is on Wednesday 19 June, and we aim to raise even more for the Scholarship Fund, providing more opportunities for students who would not normally be able to attend Tintern.
As a valued community member, you can contribute through donations, supporting student activities, or volunteering an hour (or two!) in the Giving Day Operations Room.
We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist with phone calls on Wednesday 19 (9.30am-8.00pm) and Thursday 20 June (8.30am-10.30am). Please Sign up here. Treats provided! 😊
Our Giving Day will feature activities across the School to boost awareness and donations and once again all donations in the 24-hour period will be doubled!
Your support, whether monetary or in-kind (or both!), is greatly appreciated and will help us Build Futures Together.
TPG Trivia Night
The TPG Trivia Night is back on Saturday 20 July 2024. Don’t miss this fun night out with friends. This year’s theme is Totally Disco, so get ready to have some fun. Whether you go with a touch of disco or decide to go all out with a 70s groove/Studio 54 style outfit, it’s all about getting together, having fun and helping the TPG fundraise for the benefit of our School community. Please note this is an adult only, student-free event. Book now.
Community Committee dates
Meetings coming up:
- Friends of Music (FOM) next meeting: Wednesday 17 July at 7.00pm
CM Wood Common Room - Tintern Parent Group (TPG) next meeting: Thursday 13 June at 7.00pm
on Zoom
Tintern Parents Group (TPG)
There are so many ways to get involved with the TPG with multiple events and opportunities to participate in throughout the year.
All are welcome at TPG meetings and we look forward to meeting you. If you are interested in more information, or would like a new membership form, please email us.
Open Morning – Thank you to our volunteers
A heartfelt thank you to all our amazing volunteers who joined us on Saturday 11 May. Your dedication and hard work in cooking 1000 sausages and welcoming families to our beautiful School made the day very special. It was such a joy to catch up with everyone and share the latest happenings in our wonderful community. Read about Open Morning
Parent Representatives 2024
Parent Representatives liaise between parents/guardians and the School and inform parents about activities planned either by Tintern Grammar, our community groups or within the class or year level, such as social gatherings, fundraisers or events.
If you are interested in being a Parent Representative, please email Community Relations or call 9845 7877
Presentation Ball: Saturday 14 September 2024
We are excited to announce that we have received nearly 60 registrations for our 2024 Presentation Ball! This extra-curricular activity, offered to our Year 11 students by the Tintern Parent Group, is all about having fun while learning etiquette in a more formal environment. The Presentation Ball provides an opportunity for students to establish and develop friendships, expand their social circles, and engage in learning outside their comfort zone. Participants will learn different dances and the behaviours expected in formal settings, all while enjoying themselves.
In preparation for the Ball, students commit to eight weeks of dance classes held after school each Thursday in Term 3. These sessions help build their confidence and resilience while ensuring they are well-prepared for the event.
Students dress in their finest attire, building confidence, resilience, and friendships through this great experience. The Ball is organised by dedicated parent volunteers with the support of the school, and we are always looking for more volunteers to help make this wonderful event a success.
The Presentation Ball will be held on Saturday 14 September at the beautiful Art Deco venue, The Ivanhoe Centre. If you would like to get involved, please contact TPG
Friends of Equestrian
A huge thank you to all the volunteers and sponsors who made the annual Tintern Grammar Victorian Interschools Horse Trials Championship 2024 at Shirley Heights Equestrian Centre, Gladysdale, a resounding success. Without the support of our dedicated FOE volunteers and generous sponsors, this event would not have been possible.
Volunteers
Cherie Baines
Michelle Clinton-Brent
Nathasha Gillam
Pip Hodson
Kevin Jones
Emma Leonard
Mary-Anne Lowe
Kate McPherson
Dianne Price
Judy Rodsted-Wood
Allison Savage
Sherie Vicary-Carter
Sponsors
Bramleigh Estate
Brandt Cavalli Park
Equine Nutrition Centre
FT Gully Nissan
Grain and Mane
Haileybury Pangea Online School
Hairy PonyHay Direct
Horseland Lilydale
Hurstbridge SaddleryHy Gain Feeding
JNK Collection
KayBee Earthmoving
LG Photography
Lysterfield Landscape
Morgans Winery and Distillery
Off the Track
Rider VideoRowville Horsetrailers
Shirley Heights Equestrian CentreSlumber Trek
South Eastern Equine Hospital
The NRG Team
Wyronga Park
Yarrambat Horsewear
Reunions
Class of 2014, 10 Year Reunion, Saturday 17 February. See photos
Golden High Tea, Tuesday 5 March. See photos
Upcoming Reunions
TPG wet bags
Tintern wet bags are an initiative from the Tintern Parent Group and are versatile for a range of uses from swimming to camps. Simply roll down the top closure and close the snap lock for a waterproof seal.
Made from robust laminated nylon grid cloth, with heat-sealed waterproof seams.
You can purchase wet bags here.
Once the bags have been purchased, they can be collected from the Uniform Shop during normal Uniform Shop open hours. Upon payment, please take the order confirmation to the Uniform Shop to collect your bags.
The Uniform Shop is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays during term time from 8.00am to 4.15pm.
Rain approaching don’t forget the TPG Tintern Grammar branded umbrellas
Purchased from an Australian owned company, and constructed with high-quality components, these beautifully branded umbrellas will withstand harsh conditions.
You can choose from a large golf-style umbrella or a compact, lightweight folding umbrella and purchase online here. Upon payment, please take the order confirmation to the Uniform Shop to collect your umbrella.
The Uniform Shop is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays during term time from 8.00am to 4.15pm.
If you would like to contribute to Community Matters, email your submissions to Community Relations and we will incorporate your news wherever possible.
