A Day in The Life of Tintern
Following on the success of A day In The Life of Tintern, we are again calling all Tintern Community members to share a moment from their day, either video or image, on Wednesday 17 August . We will be creating a video to capture a range of the daily experiences of our Tintern Community. From our students learning, to our parents, teachers and alumni who are working on the front line or going about their daily lives.
Father’s Day Stall 2022
ELC and Junior School students can enjoy the TPG Father’s Day Stall on Wednesday 31 August from 8.30am to 1.30pm, in the Southwood Centre.
Gifts range in price from $3 – $15 and please send a bag on the day for your child to put their goodies in!
If you are able to assist with the stall please nominate a day and time on the form available here and return to Junior Reception. Please note we will only contact you if we need to arrange an alternative time for you.
If you have any further questions please contact Danielle: dkelberg04@gmail.com
Friends of Music Jazz Night – Winter Wonderland – Incredible Raffle and Door Prizes!
We have added many incredible raffle and door prizes for our Friends of Music Jazz Night Raffle on Friday 26 August. All attendees on the night have exclusive access to our Jazz Night Raffle. Tickets cost is 1 for $5 or 3 for $10.
Don’t forget to book your ticket online here!
Thank you to our incredible local Community for their generous donations!
- Priceline Heathmont – Hamper
- CRK Ladies Wear – Red ladies purse
- Baybury Power – Mower or Brushcutter service
- Dan Murphy’s Ringwood – $25 voucher
- Barry Plant Heathmont – Bottle of G.H. Mumm sparkling wine
- IGA Heathmont – Bottle of Campo Viejo rosé wine
- Heathmont Dry Cleaners – $20 voucher
- Hook Line and Sinker Fish and Chips – 4 x $15 vouchers
- George Biantes Hair Design – Free haircut and blow wave
- Crumbles Bakehouse – 10% discount voucher
- Vanilla Pod Cafe – 4 x $10 vouchers
- The Framing Studio – $150 voucher
- Chapter Too – $20 voucher
- Becca Hair and Beauty – $70 voucher for cut and blowave
- Milk and Wine Co. – $50 voucher, 1kg Reverence coffee beans, 1 bottle Sir Paz 2016 Sauvignon Blanc and 1 bottle Brown Brothers 2019 Gamay wine
- Morgans Winery – 3 bottles of Wine
This is in addition to our major prizes:
- A voucher for bed and breakfast at Lancemore Lindenderry Estate, Red Hill
- A hand-made tambourine which can be personalised for the winner
A fabulous night of jazz music and dancing featuring jazz musician Ross Irwin and his band, and performances from our amazing and talented student jazz ensembles. Come dressed for jazz and dance the night away on Friday 26 August 2022.
Feel free to bring your favourite drinks & nibbles – tea and coffee is provided.
Any enquires can be directed to Liz Feenane in Music on 9845 7777 or Community Relations by email communityrelations@tintern.vic.edu.au.
TPG Trivia Night 2022 – Charity Donation
Thank you to all those who supported the raffle, chocolate ross or alcohol toss at the Trivia Night.
The $657 raised will be donated to The Smith Family, who make a difference, through education, in the lives of so many Australian children and young people.
A special thank you to the companies who donated to the Trivia Night Raffle:
- The Entertainment Book for a Multi-City Membership (valued at $119.99) – You can support the TPG and purchase yours online here.
- Tupperware Decorator Canister Set (valued at $140)
- Tintern Parent Group for the Tintern Photo Album (valued at $75) and Tintern Compact Umbrella (valued at $27.50)
- CMJ Australia for the Tintern Hooded Towel (value $75) these are available for purchase from the TPG online here.
- Costco in Ringwood Gift Voucher for Costco (value $50)
- Morgans Winery – for 4 bottles of their delicious wine.
Footy Tipping Competition – AFLW Competition Now Open!
We are very excited to announce that we have opened the AFLW competition for the upcoming Season, commencing the 25 August 2022.
Use the link below to join the competition:
- AFLW Tipping Competition: https://www.footytips.com.au/comps/Tintern_Grammar_Community
- Password: tintern
You will then have to log into your own account or create one. When setting up your account, you might like to check the reminder email box so you don’t forget!
The competition is free and open to our entire adult (18+ @ 28/1/2022) Tintern community – Tintern Grammar students will not be permitted to enter. If you have any questions please email communityrelations@tintern.vic.edu.au and we’ll help you get started.
Cash Prizes awarded for the winners of the AFLW Tipping Competition:
AFLW Footy Tipping Prizes:
- 1st Prize $160
- 2nd Prize $80
- 3rd Prize $40
As the AFLW Season has less rounds than the AFL, the prizes have been adjusted.
Good luck and start tipping!!
Save the Date – Community Fun Day – Saturday 22 October from 1pm to 6pm
Frank Green Fundraiser
Thank you to everyone who ordered Frank Green items through our TPG fundraiser. We have delivered the items that have arrived to the students in their class rooms this week. If you haven’t received yours, please have your child visit the Reception for their area of the school (or the Middle School Bridge for Middle School students).
Please note that we are still waiting on some items:
- The 34oz Ceramic Bottles in both Deep Ocean and Mint Gelato are currently being processed by Frank Green and we anticipate delivery in 2 weeks.
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The 16oz Food Canisters in both Midnight and Mint Gelato remain on back order, and unfortunately seem unlikely to arrive until very late this term.
Thank you for your understanding and we apologise for this ongoing delay.
Thank you to Sally from the TPG for organising this incredible fundraiser, and the Volunteers who helped with packing last week.
Parent Representatives 2022
Thank you to the many parents and guardians who have volunteered to act as the Parent Representatives for their Class or Year Level in 2022.
We are still seeking representatives for the following year levels:
- Year 9 Boys
- Year 10
- Year 11
Please note that some of the Class and Year Level representative are still in the process of being finalised, and this list will be updated on the Portal.
Parent Representative are a liaison between parents/guardians and the school. Informing parents about activities planned either by Tintern, our community groups or within the class or year level, such as fundraisers or events. We greatly appreciate the time and commitment given by our Parent Reps.
Parent Reps also organise class or year level functions to provide parents with the opportunity of meeting and socialising in a relaxed atmosphere. It is a great opportunity for class groups to connect, while supporting our local community cafes and restaurants still recovering from the lockdowns.
If you would like to volunteer to be your Year Level’s Parent Representative or would like further information contact us by email communityrelations@tintern.vic.edu.au or by phone 03 9845 7877.
Community Committee Dates
Community Group Meetings are now back onsite. Please check the information below carefully for details:
- Tintern Parent Group (TPG) –Next meeting: Thursday 8 September 2022 at 7pm President: Haidee Wallace Location: CM Wood Common Room Or join online by selecting here.
- Friends of Music (FOM) – Next Meeting: Wednesday 31 August 2022 at 7pm President: Debra Fryer Location: CM Wood Common Room Or join online by selecting here
- Friends of Young Farmers (FOYF) – Next Meeting: Contact us for further information
- Friends of Snowsports (FOS) – Next Meeting: Contact us for further information
- Friends of Equestrian (FOE) – Next Meeting: Contact us for further information Co-Presidents: Nelaana Heinrich and Sherie Vicary-Carter
Please select here to view a Tintern map of the meeting venues.
Please note the following CovidSafe considerations to attend an onsite Community Group Meeting:
- Please remember to social distance.
- The wearing of masks when indoors at Tintern is required at this time.
Community Group Fundraising
Tintern Customised Towels – Last chance to place your order!
Tintern Umbrellas – Limited Stock Available Now!
Entertainment Book
The Entertainment Book is 100% digital! Excitingly this means that your Membership is valid for 12 months from the date of activation.
With many new offers and all the old favourites the value of this book is incredible!
You can purchase a membership now, for yourself, friend or family member, and activate at any time over the next 6 months (extended from 60 days). You then have 12 months to take full advantage of the many wonderful offers!
You can purchase Woolworths Wish e-vouchers for a 3% discount. Whether purchasing to do your weekly groceries, shopping at Big W, or stocking up on Essentials at BWS, Cellarmasters or Dan Murphy’s, or even getting petrol at Woolworths Caltex, the savings can add up.
Please click here to order your Entertainment book from Tintern Grammar. Instantly purchase and access a digital membership which can then be used on two separate devices.
Please contact Community Relations on 9845 7877 for further information.
All proceeds raised go towards the fundraising for the TPG!
Photo Albums
Luxury Tintern Photo Albums embossed with the Tintern Grammar logo in silver on a blue buckram cover.
The Tintern Parents Group have commissioned a limited number of albums, large enough to hold the school photos provided by SchoolPix.
They feature the Tintern Grammar Logo printed in silver on the front cover and come complete with 10 transparent 30cm x 30cm sheet inserts, plus a CD holder insert which holds 8 discs. You also have the option of purchasing additional sheets/inserts. Cost per album is $75 (GST inclusive) Samples (with content) can be viewed in the uniform shop.
Additional insert sheets are also available for purchase at $2 per sheet.
Simply place your order online here, and present your order confirmation at the Uniform Shop to collect your album
Uniform Shop Opening Hours
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8am to 4.30pm
