The P&C has a formal structure with a constitution and positions such as President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. The Parents and Citizens Association meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30pm.

This provides an additional opportunity for members of the school community to communicate with executive and school staff. Decisions are made on how funds are allocated and the priorities for fund raising. Reports on activities from various sub-committees within the P&C are presented. Other bodies such as the P & C Auxiliary, the Canteen Committee and the band committee are officially sub-committees of the P&C. At Eastwood Heights Public School all parent groups work together.

For the general activities and events (such as discos, barbeques and Fireworks Night) people participate in the manner that suits them. Parents have been involved directly with the school with sporting teams and carnivals, the delivery of learning programs in the classroom, school excursions, the organisation of the school band, the operation of the school’s canteen and the running of the uniform shop.

The P & C has also been highly involved in promoting the community spirit within the school through events such as the Welcome Back BBQ and Trivia nights. Fundraising is an important part of the P&C with the Fireworks Night an example of a major activity held during the year. Past funds raised have been used to:

The Eastwood Heights School Band program is run by a parent group as a sub-committee of the P&C. Over the years many students have enjoyed being involved in performance ensembles and have gained recognition in the wider community at a variety of concert opportunities.

The Band program is open to students in years 3 – 6 who are keen to learn a musical instrument, who are capable of working within a team and who show a willingness to commit to the program.

Our band program has expanded to include 3 separate bands: Training, Intermediate and Senior. All three bands have continued to raise the profile of our school by successfully competing in a range of eisteddfods and competitions. Each year students have the opportunity to participate in a band camp where students fine tune their musical skills whilst enjoying a range of other fun activities.

Under the expert direction of the Band Master, students learn the skills required to perform in an ensemble and learn to play a variety of music in a fun atmosphere alongside their peers. This very worthwhile program raises confidence and self-esteem, and also provides the opportunity for students to showcase what they have learnt in a very public forum.

The Band program also relies on parental help. The Band Committee meets each term and its job is to ensure the smooth running of the program. Rosters, instrument distribution and fundraising are just a few of the roles of the committee. This program cannot run without parental commitment. During Term 4 students audition to become part of the band. An information evening for parents and the band AGM is held at the beginning of Term 1 where committee positions are filled and instruments distributed.

A (P&C) Canteen Management Committee develops policies and determines items for sale. A health canteen operates at the school on Monday and Thursday. It provides nutritious snacks and lunches for students at reasonable prices. A canteen manager and parent volunteers staff the canteen. New volunteers are always most welcome. Profits from sales are used by the P&C to provide facilities for the school.

MENU AND PRICE LISTS are available , at the school’s office or at the Canteen.

ORDERING PROCEDURES
Print name, class and order (in dark pen) on a paper bag.
Lunch orders (with correct money if possible) are handed in at the student’s classroom. These are then delivered to the canteen in the morning in class tubs..
Lunches are sent to classrooms at the commencement of the lunch period.
Items of food and/or drinks may be purchased by students in Years 3-6 during morning recess.

POINTS TO REMEMBER
Prices subject to change – notification of changes will be provided in the school’s newsletter.
Please use your own paper bag or brown paper bag provided by supermarkets for ALL lunch orders.

All students wear our chosen uniform to school each day. Parents can purchase all items of uniform at the uniform shop which is located on the Lincoln Street side of the school hall. The shop is open twice a week and specific times are regularly advertised in the school newsletter.

Opening Hours - Tuesdays 9:00am – 9:30ampm and Thursdays 3:00pm to 3:30pm.

REFUND / EXCHANGE POLICY

Full refund or exchange within 7 days of purchase, providing goods are in original condition, with the following exceptions –
Second Hand items – no refunds or exchanges - please choose carefully.

Hair Accessories – no refunds or exchanges unless faulty due to health and hygiene standards

Hats – only accepted for return if unworn or faulty due to health and hygiene standards.

Faulty merchandise will be accepted up to 28 days from purchase, and replaced with a new item