After a very wet start to the year, the weather was on our side for our annual Cross Country event. Despite a few changes, including a reversal of the course, each house was well represented and it was fabulous to see so many children giving the race their all. Congratulations to Cooby house for taking out the winning team and to the following age champions:

5 years - Cora McNamara & Lain Trickey

6 years - Zendaya Noonan & Adrian Nucifora

7 years - Layla Flegler & Julian Barra

8 years - Nylah Johnson & Emmett Grimaz

9 years - Ashlyn Walters & Emmett Frumento

10 years - Alice Parsons & Tarique Noonan

11 years - Madison Clifford & Billy Johnston

12 years - Shiloh Spencer & Kade Murphy

Students aged 10-12 years who placed in the top 3 of their age group are now able to attend the Cassowary Coast trials at Warrina Lakes on Friday May 2. Parent Slips have been sent out to eligible children.

Netball

Kade Murphy and Kace Hodgson travelled to Cairns last Wednesday to represent the Cassowary Coast team in Boys’ Netball. Both boys were selected to participate in the Possibles vs Probables game with Kade being selected for the Peninsula team. Well done, boys!

Touch Gala Day

St Clare’s will be convening the annual District Touch Gala Day this Thursday. Interested students from Years 4 to 6 will be heading to the Tully State High School grounds to compete against other local schools. This day will also serve as a selection for the 10-12 year olds Southern Zone Touch Football team. Thank you to Mrs Jenkins for the organisation of this day and to those who are assisting with line marking, field and venue set up, transportation, managing teams, donating baked goods and helping Mrs Vipiana out in the canteen. We appreciate the support from our school community to make this day a success for children in our region. More detailed information regarding this day can be found in the recent Seesaw message sent out and the draw and field map are also attached.

Rugby Union Trials

A Seesaw message was sent out last week for 11 and 12 year olds who are interested in trialing for Rugby Union. No game experience is required and 10 year olds in Year 5 may be considered. Trials will be held at Callendar Park (Innisfail) on Wednesday April 23 from 3.30pm-5pm. If attending, your child will need a change of clothes, mouth guard, boots and completed Peninsula paperwork.