Dear Parents and Caregivers,
The Marie Bashir Public School Parents & Citizens (P & C) Association warmly welcomes you to our school community. P & C associations play a vital role in enhancing the educational environment, helping transform a good school into a truly exceptional one.
Our primary mission is to foster a strong sense of community among school staff, students, parents, and caregivers. Throughout the year, the P & C organizes a variety of activities to bring our community closer together.
A key focus of the P & C is also to raise essential funds for the school. Here’s a summary of the resources the P & C contributed this year:
Art Teacher (3 days per week) – $60,000
Kiln for the Art Program – $18,000
Literacy & Numeracy Resources – $17,000
Learning Support Teacher – $20,000
Laptops for STEAM Program – $14,000
Air Conditioners – $4,700
Musical Instruments for Orchestra – $9,000
Community BBQ Event – $500
Thank you for your ongoing support. Together, we’re making a difference!
Warm regards,
The Marie Bashir Public School P & C Association
Our P & C is all about you – parents, grandparents, and caregivers coming together to make a positive impact! We’re simply a group of dedicated community members organizing events, fundraisers, and volunteering for various P & C initiatives.
We are also an incorporated organization and a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Our current P & C Committee members are:
President: An Duong
Vice Presidents: Wendy Chan, Faten Boukhalil
Secretary: Tarini Chadha
Treasurer: Josephine Vamethevan
Executive Members: Sam Mufti, Anne Lieu, Yulee Ra, Lateefah Chong
Thank you for being a part of our community – your involvement makes all the difference!
Join us for an opportunity to hear directly from our Principal, Ms. Attard, and engage in a Q & A session at our regular P & C meetings. Held twice each term, these meetings are a great way to connect with other parents and caregivers.
Meetings are accessible both onsite at the school and online via Teams, providing flexibility for everyone to participate.
Annual membership is just $1, granting you voting rights and a voice in supporting our children’s education. We warmly invite you to our next Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 4th December, at 6:00 pm. Non-members are also welcome to attend!
Stay informed and engaged with our school community through the latest updates from the P & C. Visit our website at mbpspandc.org.au for important news and resources, follow us on Facebook and Instagram for timely updates on events and announcements, or email us at info@mbpspandc.org.au to join our mailing list. Connecting with us ensures you’re always informed about P & C initiatives and school activities.
We look forward to connecting with you and strengthening our school community together!
All year long, we bring our community together with a lineup of fun and memorable events! Don’t miss out on our popular Welcome Back BBQs each term, the lively Family Fun Fair, a vibrant Art Show, the energetic Color Fun Run, cozy Movie Nights, and our ever-popular school discos. These events are perfect for making connections, creating lasting memories, and supporting our school in a fun and meaningful way. Join us and be part of the excitement!
Thanks to the generous support of the Packer Family Foundation and the Crown Resorts Foundation Grant, our school has greatly enhanced its arts program. This funding provides a specialist Art Teacher and specialized resources, enriching students' learning and fostering creativity. We are deeply grateful for this commitment to our students' development.
The School Uniform Shop is the exclusive provider of MBPS uniforms, ensuring students have access to high-quality, approved attire. Open every Wednesday from 9:00 to 10:00 am, the shop is operated by our dedicated volunteers, who are happy to assist with fittings and selections to make your experience smooth and welcoming. For added convenience, uniforms can also be purchased online at https://mbpspandc.org.au/shop/, allowing families to shop at their convenience.
The Mother's Day and Father's Day stalls are a delightful tradition, bringing joy to children, parents, and caregivers alike. Each year, our fathers organize the gifts and run the stall for Mother's Day, while our mothers do the same for Father's Day. These events are always a highlight for the children, who look forward with great excitement to selecting special gifts for their loved ones. The stalls not only celebrate these important occasions but also foster a warm and supportive community spirit among families.
Grant writing is a vital function of the P & C, allowing us to pursue additional funding, resources, and facilities that significantly benefit our school community. Our dedicated team of grant writers actively seeks out and applies for grants to support various initiatives, from enhancing educational resources to improving school facilities. Their efforts help ensure our school continues to offer a high-quality learning environment with expanded opportunities for all students.
The P&C makes a vital difference in transforming a good school into a great one. Our primary objective is to foster a strong sense of community, connecting school staff, students, and parents/caregivers. To achieve this, the P & C organizes a variety of activities throughout the year that bring our school community closer together.
Our Uniform shop is open every Wednesday from 9:00 to 10:00 am, to purchase uniforms and supplies. Operated by our dedicated and friendly volunteers. We’re here to help with any questions or assistance you may need!
