On Wednesday 6^th November, the students in Years 3-6 welcomed some visitors from the Canberra College of Piping and Drumming. Steven Shedden (drums) and Athol Chalmers (pipes) came and gave a brief demonstration before giving students a chance to play on a drum pad with some sticks and with a chanter (a bit like a recorder). There were smiles all round as the students learnt more about traditional Scottish bagpipes and drumming.

I am now seeking expressions of interest from students who will be in Years 3-6 in 2020 and who would like to be involved in a pipes and drums band. Students who are interested have an opportunity to learn either pipes or drums. Lessons are charged per term (approx $250 per term).  There is also an instrument hire fee so that the students have something to practise on at home.

For more information about the Canberra College of Piping & Drumming, visit their website http://www.canberracollegepipesdrums.org/

If your child is interested in being a part of the band or you would like more information, please email Beth Moores (Music Teacher) at Bethany.Moores@cg.catholic.edu.au

In January 2020 the Young Music Society will be holding their annual Summer School holiday program. The program goes for 2 weeks. Students have the opportunity to sing, dance, play an instrument and perform. Each day begins at 9am and finishes at 3.30pm. Supervision begins at 8.30am and an after school program is available until 5.30pm. For more information check out http://youngmusicsociety.org.au/holiday-programs/summer-school/ or pick up a yellow brochure from reception.

Here at St Benedict's we have a recycling box for printer and ink cartridges.  If you need to dispose of any from home please feel free to see Mrs McRae at the front office.