Save the Date!

Mark your calendars! The legendary Shore American Tea is roaring back for its spectacular 86th edition on Friday 13 September 2024. From 8.20am – 2.00pm, this vibrant Spring Fair and fundraiser transforms the entire School campus into a buzzing community hub, inviting students, families and friends to join in the festivities.

Originally a wartime fundraiser, post-1945, the American Tea shifted its focus to enhancing School facilities and has evolved into a cherished tradition. Keeping the spirit alive, attendees continue the fun tradition of bringing a gift or a dish to exchange and purchase.

At the American Tea on the North Sydney campus, the excitement begins with the Year 10 Father and Son BBQ, setting the stage for the Year 7 Grandparents’ Morning Tea. As the morning School bell rings, the campus bursts into life with activities like Trash and Treasure, Fairy Floss, Lucky Jars, Show Bags, Skittles, thrilling Entertainment Rides, and so much more.

Meanwhile, parents and grandparents can indulge in a feast of fresh country produce, international cuisines, freshly shucked oysters, and beautifully arranged freshly cut flowers, all while exploring an array of enticing stalls from external vendors.

This is an incredible opportunity to dive into the heart of the Shore School Community. Whether you’re looking to join the planning team, manage or work on a stall, or showcase your small business as an external vendor, there’s a spot for everyone to contribute.

Sign-ups for stall volunteers will open at the start of Term 3, and we’re always on the lookout for donations for the various stalls and silent auction!

We’re still on the lookout for our Assistant Convenor for the America Tea, a great role for a parent who is keen to support our Convenor Katie Kelly. For more details to volunteer, or to register as a vendor, please contact Katie Kelly, the American Tea Convenor for 2024, at spaamericantea@shore.nsw.edu.au.

Let’s make the 86th American Tea a day to remember – we can’t wait to see you there!

Mr D Cambridge
Chair, Shore Parents’ Association spachair@shore.nsw.edu.au

Mrs K Kelly
American Tea Coordinator 2024 spaamericantea@shore.nsw.edu.au