April 3, 2025 at Merici College
The Merici Annual Athletics Carnival is an opportunity for all members of the school community to gather and celebrate the talents of Merici students. It is also an opportunity to promote the health and fitness of the students as well as develop pride and passion for their House. All students are expected to attend the carnival as this is a compulsory community event which falls on a school day. Parents will be asked to explain their child’s absence in writing in a note to their PC teacher. Please access Compass to complete the permission note by Friday 28 March.
The carnival will be held at the AIS. It has a canteen that sells a variety of food and drink. However, it is highly recommended that your child brings a packed lunch, as lines will be long. In line with the normal school policy, students are not permitted to bring/have fast food or take away meals delivered to the venue.
Dress: Students are expected to wear appropriate clothing such as shorts, T-shirt, hat and runners, and sports gear. House colours should be worn, and students are encouraged to dress in the theme for their assigned House. Students are also encouraged to bring sunscreen and a hat. Some shade will be provided in the stands. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
Spectator attendance: All parents and carers are very welcome and encouraged to attend the carnival. There will be a designated viewing area and visitors will be required to sign in at the main gate. Students wishing to see their family members will be able to go and see them. Spectators are not permitted to enter any house areas.
Transport: Chartered buses will be provided to transport students to and from the venue. The buses will depart Merici at 9.15am and return at approximately 2.30pm. It is expected that all students will travel to and from the venue by bus from Merici College.
Those students who wish to run in the 1500m event will need to be dropped to the AIS by 8.45am, and they will return to Merici by bus with the rest of the students at the end of the day.
Covid-19 regulations: While restrictions regarding COVID-19 have been lifted, students are encouraged not to attend if they are feeling unwell or displaying flu-like symptoms.
