FEMME has been selected as one of the 24 competing Choirs for this year’s NZCF Big Sing National Finale in Dunedin. We are super excited. The Finale takes place from Thursday 28 August to Sunday 31 August, be the only choir south of Christchurch and one of two from the South Island, is a massive acknowledgement of how hard they have worked and how they have come together to be a strong team.

• Date: Event runs from Thursday 28 August to Sunday 31 August 2025. The group will depart on Thursday 28 August and return on Sunday 31 August.
• Accommodation: Dunedin Holiday Park, 41 Victoria Rd, Dunedin 03 4554690. It is a ten minute drive to the Dunedin Town Hall.
• Teachers attending: Miss Sarah Rae
• Parent Help: Jody Drysdale and three more parent chaperones
• Cost: Payment plans in place.

Being a competing Choir involves:

• Meeting all rehearsal and sound check obligations
• Presenting two recitals of five songs in total at the  Dunedin Town Hall
• Watching other choirs perform in their recitals
• Rehearsal and performance of a masses item in the Gala Concert
• Performance of one of our five pieces in the Gala Concert
• Attending the farewell student function

This event contains risks, associated with travel and public area risks.  This event is supervised by school staff who will manage risk and hazards according to the school’s safety management plan.  This includes careful planning and management,  supervision of the group whilst in public areas for performance events.  While risks can be maintained to acceptable levels they cannot be totally eliminated.  Some risk is retained for its learning and experiential value.  If you wish to come in to school to see our safety management systems or have any questions, feel free to contact Miss Rae.

It is important for safety reasons that students follow instructions given to them by all staff and follow all appropriate school rules. Behaviour by students that is deemed dangerous and puts themselves and/or others at undue risk will result in your child being sent home at the cost of the parents or caregivers.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Miss Rae at school:  [email protected]  [email protected]

Please complete the permission, health form below by Friday 11 August 2025

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Student Information:

The information on this form will remain confidential to the teachers/instructors in charge of/assisting with the trip. However, in the interests of the safety of all involved, any life-threatening conditions may be made known to other students. Please be assured that your child’s physical and emotional well-being always remains of paramount importance to us.

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Parent/Caregiver Consent:

Please tick the boxes below to complete the Parent/Caregiver consent.

Parent Consent*

I give my child permission to participate in NZCF Big Sing National Finale in Dunedin.

My child has read and understands the Student Code of Conduct.

My child's medical information is up to date with Student Services

I acknowledge the school policy that states you must 'pay before play/attend' an event/trip or sport.

I acknowledge that full payment is required by the due date specified for my child to be eligible to participate in this event.

I acknowledge that any payments made to my child's account will be allocated to the oldest unpaid fees/charges if any and that my child is not able to participate until all these charges are paid in full.

I acknowledge and accept the Risks Disclosure.

I agree that my child is responsible for managing the taking of her prescribed medication. They are willing and able to manage the medication without direct supervision. A designated adult will hold/carry the medication for safekeeping. The prescribed medication must be clearly labelled and securely fastened. A set of detailed and clearly written instructions must be included.

I am willing and able to pick up my child if they develop any signs of sickness during the evet/activity. eg: Covid

I will inform the school as soon as possible of any changes in the medical or other circumstances between now and the commencement of the event

I agree to my child receiving any emergency medical treatment as considered necessary by the medical authorities present.

Any medical costs not covered by ACC or a community service card will be paid by me.

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