Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Kindergarten - Year 12
Heart & MI N D
CREATIVE
& Performing Arts
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Kindergarten - Year 12
Our diverse Co-curricular Activities offers all students the opportunity to participate in various activities. We encourage our students to participate as it enriches classroom learning, fosters positive relationships, and strengthens their belonging and engagement in our community. The Co-curricular Activities are categorised into: Physical Activities, Heart and Mind Activities and Creative and Performing Arts Activities. Co-curricular Activity Registration Registration for Term 4 Co-curricular Activities, will be made available via Sentral. Activities that have a maximum number of students, registration will be on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Cost Activity costs are per term and will be charged to school accounts. Wet Weather Contingency Plan In the case of inclement weather affecting outdoor activities, we will endeavour to offer an indoor activity. Staff will communicate directly with parents/carers if this occurs. Co-curricular activities will commence in week 2 and conclude in week 6
Physical These activities promote physical well-being, health, and fitness, aiming to develop exercise, sports, and physical challenges, aiming to develop students’ physical skills, teamwork, coordination, and overall fitness.
Heart and Mind Heart and Mind Activities focus on the holistic development of students by engaging their emotional and intellectual selves. These activities encourage awareness of self and others incorporating emotional intelligence, critical thinking, mindfulness and service learning.
Performing and Creative Arts These activities involve artistic expression and performance, nurturing creativity in various disciplines such as music, dance, drama, visual arts, and more. They provide opportunities for students to explore and showcase their artistic abilities.
Term 4, 2026 Co-curricular Calendar JUNIOR SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday Writing Rulz 8:10 - 8:35 am (Years 3 - 4)
Writing Rulz 8:10 - 8:35 am (Years 3 - 4)
Strings in Motion 8:05 - 8:30 am (Years 3 - 6)
Junior Scholars 8:00 - 8:30 am (Years 3 - 6) SRC 8:45 - 9:05 pm Fortnightly (Years K - 6 Student Leaders)
AV Club 1:10 - 1:40 pm (Years 4 - 6)
Fun Finatics Club 3:30 - 4:15 pm (Years K - 6) AV Club 3:45 - 5:00 pm (Years 4 - 6) Netball 4:15 - 8:30 pm (Years 3 - 6)
Art Club 3:30 - 4:15 pm (Years K - 6) STEM Design and Make Club 3:30 - 4:15 pm (Years K - 6)
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
STEM Technology Club 3:25 - 4:30 pm (Years 4 - 6) Junior MTB Rider’s Club 3:40 - 4:30 pm (Years 1 - 4) Touch Football Times change weekly (Year 6)
Friday
Term 4, 2026 Co-curricular Calendar MIDDLE SCHOOL and SENIOR SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday Run Club 7:00 - 7:45 am (Years 7 - 12) Senior Band 7:50 - 8:40 am (Years 7 - 12)
AV Club 1:10 - 1:40 pm (Years 7 - 12)
Drama Club 1:10 - 1:40 pm (Years 7 - 9)
Night Soccer 5:00 - 7:00 pm (Years 10 - 12)
Debating 1:10 - 1:40 pm (Years 7 - 12)
Bright Sparks 3:45 - 5:00 pm (Years 7 - 12)
STEM Technology Club 3:25 - 4:30 pm (Years 7 - 8)
Warhammer Club 3:45 - 5:00 pm (Years 7 - 12)
AV Club 3:45 - 5:00 pm (Years 7 - 12)
Bright Sparks 3:45 - 5:00 pm (Years 7 - 12)
Netball 4:15 - 8:30 pm (Years 7 - 12)
Music Bright Notes 3:45 - 4:30pm (Years 7 - 12) Touch Football Times change weekly (Years 7 - 12)
Astronomy Club Each month at the New Moon (Years 7 - 12)
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
DOE (Admin) 1:05 - 1:40 pm (Years 9 - 12)
JS JUNIOR SCHOOL ACTIVITIES WRITING RULZ Available to
Years 3 - 4
When
Tuesdays 8:10 - 8:35 am Thursdays 8:10 - 8:35 am
Location
P3
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Jennifer Thompson jennifer.thompson@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Writing development focused on narrative and persuasive writing. Students plan, draft, edit and publish work, building confidence and creativity. The program also included a Publishing Afternoon to share student work with the community. Please bring your favourite writing pencil or pen!
Miss Britt Gianoli britt.gianoli@smgs.nsw.edu.au Mrs Kylie Wharton kylie.wharton@smgs.nsw.edu.au
AV CLUB Available to
Years 4 - 6
When
Tuesdays 3:45 - 5:00 pm Thursdays 1:10 - 1:40 pm (lunchtime)
Location
Snowy Shed
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mr Craig Moore craig.moore@smgs.nsw.edu.au Mr Tristan Brown tristan.brown@smgs.nsw.edu.a
Do you enjoy technology, music, videos, or being part of school events? The AV Club gives students the chance to learn how sound, lighting, videos, and live broadcasts help bring school events to life. Students can explore activities such as: • Setting up and operating sound equipment • Creating lighting effects for performances and events • Making videos and slideshow presentations • Helping with live streaming and school broadcasts As part of the AV Club, students will work together to plan and run the audio-visual elements of school events, assemblies, concerts, and other special activities. It’s a great opportunity to learn new skills, be creative, solve problems, and help make school events exciting and memorable. No previous experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn!
FUN FINATICS CLUB Available to
Years K - 6
When
Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:15 pm
Location
Meet on the Junior School Oval steps
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mr Luke Wharton luke.wharton@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
A fun fitness-based session using drills, games, and challenges. Students develop teamwork, confidence and individual skills and fitness. Appropriate running attire is required (i.e. running shoes, weather appropriate clothing, sun hat, water bottle).
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NETBALL Available to
Years 3 - 6
When
Tuesdays 4:15 - 8:30 pm
Location
Sport & Recreation Netball Courts
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
2025 fee approx. $80 to JNA
Contact
Miss Britt Gianoli britt.gianoli@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Seasonal local netball competition running across Term 4 into Term 1, with school practice in the lead-up. Teams stay together for the season and participate in rostered duties. Exact 2026-27 dates, duties and registration fee are to be confirmed. Appropriate running attire is required (i.e. running shoes, weather appropriate clothing, sun hat, water bottle).
STRINGS IN MOTION Available to
Years 3 - 6
When
Wednesdays 8:05 - 8:30 am
Location
P3
Limited to
8 students
Cost
$70 per term for violin hire
Contact
Mrs Jennifer Thompson jennifer.thompson@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Strings in Motion is a weekly, inclusive co-curricular violin group for students in Years 3 - 6 who have had some prior violin experience (Year 3 strings program or beyond). The group meets one morning per week before school and focuses on developing confidence, skills and enjoyment through shared music-making. Informal performances, such as at school assemblies, form part of the learning experience.
ART CLUB Available to
Years K - 6
When
Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:15 pm
Location
P1
Limited to
20 students (12 students: K - 3, 8 students: 4 - 6)
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Sam Rigg samantha.rigg@smgs.nsw.edu.au Ms Charmaine Sweeney charmaine.sweeney@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
A creative space for students to explore painting, drawing, sculpture and mixed media. The focus is on imagination, experimentation, selfexpression and enjoyment in a supportive environment.
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STEM DESIGN AND MAKE CLUB Available to
Years K - 6
When
Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:15 pm
Location
P7
Limited to
20 students
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Christine Philpott christine.philpott@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Students design, build and test projects through practical STEM challenges. The activity develops creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking, teamwork and innovation.
JUNIOR SCHOLARS Available to
Years 3 - 6
When
Thursdays 8:00 - 8:30 am
Location
Junior School Classrooms
Limited to
15 students
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Kimberley Whitehead kimberley.whitehead@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Students in Years 3 to 6 are invited to register for academic and homework support under the supervision of a nominated class teacher. This initiative supports tasks allocated by the class teacher on a weekly basis. It is not designed as an individual tutoring service. Students are required to bring their homework and any required equipment.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL Available to
SRC Members (K - 6)
When
Thursdays (fortnightly) 8:45 - 9:05am
Location
Junior School Staff Room
Limited to
SRC members (selected by their year group at the start of each year)
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Kimberley Whitehead kimberley.whitehead@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Students will represent their respective cohorts to advocate for the needs of the student body and plan and implement events to create a sense of student community to the school. Students are expected to commit to being an SRC member for the year.
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STEM TECHNOLOGY CLUB Available to
Years 4 - 6
When
Thursdays 3:25 - 4:30 pm
Location
Snowy River 2 (Robotics Lab)
Limited to
15 students
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Chrissy Filtness christine.filtness@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Technology-focused STEM learning using VEX IQ robotics and Sphero. Students will take part in fun, hands-on challenges that build coding, engineering, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork skills. Students are required to bring their own device or iPad from their classroom. Note: Middle School students (Years 7 - 8) will join this activity.
Mr Jacob Dowdy jacob.dowdy@smgs.nsw.edu.au JUNIOR MTB RIDER’S CLUB Available to
Years 1 - 4
When
Thursdays 3:40 - 4:30 pm
Location
Meet: Eat street (Outside the Year 6 classroom) Pickup: Outside The Snowy Shed, 4:30 pm
Limited to
20 students
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mr Nathan Booth nathan.booth@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Beginner-focused mountain biking using a gamesbased approach to develop bike handling, confidence, riding safety and enjoyment. Pre-requisite skills: No bikes with training wheels. Students must be able to take off and stop on their own. Students are asked to bring: Mountain Bike in good working order, helmet and covered elbows (either jersey or elbow pads), fullfingered gloves are compulsory. It is also recommended that students wear a small (with 1L water) hydration bladder bag, a spare snack/muesli bar and a spare tube. SMGS MTB jersey is not mandatory, but is available from our uniform shop.
Mrs Emma Plummer emma.plummer@smgs.nsw.edu.au TOUCH FOOTBALL Available to
Year 6 - 12
When
Thursdays (times change weekly)
Location
JJ Connors Oval
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
Jindabyne Touch Association registration fee
Contact
Mrs Sally Bourke sally.bourke@smgs.nsw.edu.au Mrs Letitia Costanzo letitia.costanzo@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Students compete in the local Touch Football competition, which runs across Term 4 and Term 1 with a break over Christmas. Teams participate in rostered duties including scoring, canteen assistance and refereeing. Students play in school sports uniform and jewellery is not permitted.
MS SS
MIDDLE SCHOOL and SENIOR SCHOOL ACTIVITIES DRAMA CLUB Available to
Years 7 - 9
When
Mondays 1:10 - 1:40 pm
Location
Drama Room S1
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
No cost
Contact
Ms Emma Darling emma.darling@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Students develop drama skills collaboratively through individual and group performance work, while also exploring other elements of drama production.
NIGHT SOCCER Available to
Years 10 - 12
When
Mondays 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Location
JJ Connors Oval
Limited to
12 students
Cost
2025 cost $25
Contact
Students compete in the local community soccer competition on Monday nights. Players require soccer boots and shin pads; a playing top was provided in 2025.
Mr Dylan Hughes dylan.hughes@smgs.nsw.edu.au
BRIGHT SPARKS Available to
Years 7 - 12
When
Tuesdays 3:45 - 5:00 pm Thursdays 3:45 - 5:00 pm
Location
Curiosity Centre
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
No cost
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Supervised academic support where students can seek help with homework and assessments or use the library as a quiet study space. Students are required to bring homework or assessments.
MS SS NETBALL Available to
Years 7 - 12
When
Tuesdays 4:15 - 8:30 pm
Location
Sport & Recreation Netball Courts
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
2025 fee approx. $80 to JNA
Contact
Mrs Angela Moore angela.moore@smgs.nsw.edu.au Mrs Sarah Degnan sarah.degnan@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Seasonal local netball competition running across Term 4 into Term 1, with practice before competition. Teams remain together for the season and participate in rostered duties. Exact 2026-27 dates, duties and registration fee are to be confirmed. Appropriate running attire is required (i.e. running shoes, weather appropriate clothing, sun hat, water bottle).
Miss Darcy Elliston darcy.elliston@smgs.nsw.edu.au AV CLUB Available to
Years 7 - 12
When
Tuesdays 3:45 - 5:00 pm Thursdays 1:10 - 1:40 pm (lunchtime)
Location
Snowy Shed
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mr Craig Moore craig.moore@smgs.nsw.edu.au Mr Tristan Brown tristan.brown@smgs.nsw.edu.a
Do you enjoy technology, music, videos, or being part of school events? The AV Club gives students the chance to learn how sound, lighting, videos, and live broadcasts help bring school events to life. Students can explore activities such as: • Setting up and operating sound equipment • Creating lighting effects for performances and events • Making videos and slideshow presentations • Helping with live streaming and school broadcasts As part of the AV Club, students will work together to plan and run the audio-visual elements of school events, assemblies, concerts, and other special activities. It’s a great opportunity to learn new skills, be creative, solve problems, and help make school events exciting and memorable. No previous experience is required. Just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn! Note: Junior School students (Years 4 - 6) will join this activity.
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
MS SS WARHAMMER CLUB Available to
Years 7 - 12
Model building, painting and tabletop gaming.
When
Wednesdays 3:45 - 5:00 pm
Location
Art Room
Students may use their own models or club-provided equipment, build armies and test strategy through friendly games and battles.
Limited to
10 students
Cost
No cost
Contact
Dr Juliet Dymond juliet.dymond@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Students may bring their own Warhammer models, rules, dice and ruler. Models, paints and other equipment are available for new members.
DEBATING Available to
Years 7 - 12
When
Thursdays 1:10 - 1:40 pm (lunchtime)
Location
C9 or C10
Limited to
Unlimited
Reliable and skilled participants may be selected for school debating teams and external competition opportunities.
Cost
No cost
Students are required to bring laptops, pens and paper.
Contact
Ms Anne Jones anne.jones@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Students develop speaking and debating skills through regular practice.
STEM TECHNOLOGY CLUB Available to
Years 7 - 8
When
Thursdays 3:25 - 4:30 pm
Location
Snowy River 2 (Robotics Lab)
Limited to
15 students
Cost
No cost
Students are required to bring their own device or iPad from their classroom.
Contact
Mrs Chrissy Filtness christine.filtness@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Note: Note: Junior School students (Years 4 - 6) will join this activity.
Mr Jacob Dowdy jacob.dowdy@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Technology-focused STEM learning using VEX GO robotics and Sphero Balls. Students will take part in fun, hands-on challenges that build coding, engineering, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork skills.
MS SS MUSIC BRIGHT NOTES Available to
Years 7 - 12
When
Thursdays 3:45 - 4:30pm
Location
S5
Limited to
All music students welcome. Individual and small-group participation.
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Sue Sell sue.sell@smgs.nsw.edu.au
A flexible music support and development session where students can work independently or with friends across year groups, with Music staff available to provide guidance. Students can rehearse, develop individual or group pieces, receive support with Music assessment tasks and prepare performance opportunities both within and outside of school. Students are expected to arrive prepared with their own instrument, music, and any materials they are currently working on.
Mrs Evelyn LePavoux evelyn.lepavoux@smgs.nsw.edu.au TOUCH FOOTBALL Available to
Year 7 - 12
When
Thursdays (times change weekly)
Location
JJ Connors Oval
Limited to
Unlimited
Cost
Jindabyne Touch Association registration fee
Contact
Mrs Sally Bourke sally.bourke@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Students compete in the local Touch Football competition, which runs across Term 4 and Term 1 with a break over Christmas. Teams participate in rostered duties including scoring, canteen assistance and refereeing. Students play in school sports uniform and jewellery is not permitted.
Mrs Letitia Costanzo letitia.costanzo@smgs.nsw.edu.au RUN CLUB Available to
Years 7 - 12
When
Fridays 7:00 - 7:45 am
Location
Meet at The Snowy Shed
Limited to
45 students
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mr Tim Bland tim.bland@smgs.nsw.edu.au Mr Scott Frize scott.frize@smgs.nsw.edu.au Mr Luke Wharton luke.wharton@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Students run for approximately 30-45 minutes, generally covering 3-5 km in groups according to pace. Local trail runs may also be used. A light breakfast is provided after the run at the school. Appropriate running attire is required (i.e. running shoes, weather appropriate clothing, sun hat, water bottle). Note: Junior School students are welcome to attend the Senior Run Club if they can prove a Sub 27min - 5km time. If they wish to join, evidence of a sub 27min 5km time must be submitted to Mr Bland for approval.
MS SS SENIOR BAND Available to
Years 7 - 12
When
Fridays 7:50 - 8:40 am
Location
S5
Limited to
Experienced music students
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Sue Sell sue.sell@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Experienced musicians rehearse in an ensemble setting to improve performance skills and prepare for schoolbased and community events. Students bring their own instrument. Students are required to bring their own instrument.
APERTURE (ASTRONOMY CLUB) Available to
Years 7 - 12
When
Monthly Around the New Moon
Location
Oval
Limited to
15 students
Cost
No cost
Contact
Dr Darryl Nelson darryl.nelson@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
A shared astronomy experience involving guided observations, discussion and astronomical events. Meetings occur around the New Moon when the sky is darker and better suited to observation.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD (Administration) Available to
Years 9 - 12 (Year 8 students in Term 4, 2026)
When
Fridays 1:05 - 1:40 pm (lunchtime)
Location
Library
Limited to
Students participating in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Cost
No cost
Contact
Mrs Melissa Bell melissa.bell@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Drop-in support for Award participants: finding activities, logging ORB hours, Adventurous Journey reports and general program questions. Students attend as required.
Mr Luke Wharton luke.wharton@smgs.nsw.edu.au THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD (Adventurous Journeys) Available to
When
Years 9 - 12 (Year 8 students in Term 4, 2026) Dates communicated separately + compulsory training session Section 3 Hume and Hovell Track September 26 - 29, 2026
Location
Various
Limited to
Students participating in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Cost
TBA
Contact
Mrs Melissa Bell melissa.bell@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Wilderness expeditions completing the Adventurous Journey component. Students receive trip information and complete compulsory navigation and campcraft training.
Mr Luke Wharton luke.wharton@smgs.nsw.edu.au
EQUESTRIAN ACADEMY (SPECIALIST) Contact
Mrs Sally Bourke sally.bourke@smgs.nsw.edu.au
MTB ACADEMY (SPECIALIST) Contact
Mr Nathan Booth nathan.booth@smgs.nsw.edu.au
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Specialist equestrian program for beginner to advanced riders, including boarding and day students, across multiple disciplines. Agistment is available adjacent to Jindabyne Pony Club.
Specialist downhill and enduro development program held on Wednesdays during Terms 1, 2 and 4, supported by qualified and experienced coaches.
Music Tutors Snowy Mountains Grammar School offers access to various visiting music instructors. Should you desire to enroll your child for private music lessons, kindly reach out to tutors directly.
VIRGINIA GERADA
MS ERIN LEE
Piano, Guitar
Vocal Coach
Phone
0404 011 474
v_gerada@bigpond.net.au
erin.lee1984@gmail.com
COL BERNAU
RICHARD CHALKLEY
Guitar, Bass Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele
Guitar
0411 253 256
Phone
0408 021 518
Phone
SERENA VIVASH Piano, Clarinet, Cello Music Theory and Musicianship / Performance Skills AMEB and HSC Examination Preparation Phone
0400 301 681
serenavivash@outlook.com
Other Music Tutors in Jindabyne and surrounds: COOMA SCHOOL OF MUSIC
MARYANNE SIMPSON
Drums, Guitar, Piano, Vocal, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Violin
Violin, Viola, Cello, Classical Guitar, Piano
Proprietor Phone
Allan and Leslie Spencer 6452 6067
JILL KING (ONLINE LESSONS) Piano Email
jillgking@gmail.com
Term 4 Co-curricular Activities Snowy Mountains Grammar School
Phone
0402 455636
snowystrings@gmail.com
Snowy Mountains Grammar School 6339 Kosciuszko Road Jindabyne NSW 2627 (02) 6457 1022 info@smgs.nsw.edu.au
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