Secondary School Athletics Carnival

The Secondary School Athletics Carnival will be held on Wednesday 29 May on Main Oval at Pymble Ladies’ College. The carnival will involve all students from Years 7 to 12. The carnival will begin at 8.00am for an 8.30am start; please see the attached program for your reference.

The Athletics Carnival aims to promote House spirit and participation. All the girls are expected to compete in the 100m sprint, shot-put and House relay events. The 200m, 400m, and 800m events are optional, with hurdles and high jump being championship only events. From the Athletics Carnival and the nominations form, a small number of students will be selected to compete at the Championship Carnival on Tuesday 11 June at Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre where all other championship events will be held. To register for the Championship events please click here.

Students who are unable to participate should provide a note to their respective Head of School by Friday 24 May. In the event your daughter is unable to participate due to injury, her attendance at the Carnival is still expected. A letter explaining your daughter’s unexpected absence on the day should be forwarded to the Head of School upon her return. It should be noted that the College maintains a record of student attendance for these important days in the calendar.

Students are required to wear their school tracksuit and House sports uniform and are permitted to wear this to and from the College. Students may only apply face and body markings, as well as House decorations, once they are at school and will be required to clean off any markings before they leave in the afternoon. Students are required to wear a Pymble sports hat and sunscreen and have a water bottle for use throughout the day. Students are also encouraged to bring a towel or rug to sit on throughout the day.

We ask that the students bring their own healthy lunch and refreshments. Boarders and day students who order lunches from the College should collect their lunches from the food truck at lunchtime, this will be situated near flagpole. A small selection of food and drinks will also be for purchase for all students on the day. Both Jacaranda and Archie’s cafe will be closed throughout the day.

Medical

Students who require asthma medication, EpiPen’s or other medications are expected to bring them to the Carnival. One of the College nurses will be present at the Carnival to assist with any injuries and illness.

See Athletics Program below:

Katie Edwards

Head of Sport – Years 7 to 12