There will be a vehicle display on the day as well, says Melissa.
“We have drift, classic, sporty and modern cars entered. We’re also expecting some bikes as well.”
The annual event is one of the school’s main fundraisers, with money raised used to buy resources and help cover the costs of school trips.
“In the past, we’ve purchased new Chromebooks and iPads and paid for bus trips and beach education courses. All the money is used to provide kids with the best learning equipment and resources. Some of the profit from this year’s Twilight Gala will go towards costumes for our end-of-year production. The rest will be put towards resources or activities for the pupils.”
The Twilight Gala is a community effort, she says, with local businesses donating prizes for raffles and past pupils helping at the event.
“We have grocery vouchers and other vouchers that will be raffled off. Kids who used to go here come along and help collect the activity tickets, supervise the tractor and trailer rides and help any way they can. It’s neat that they come back and get involved.”
Melissa says she’s looking forward to the event.
“Come and enjoy an evening of rural fun and help support our little school.”
The Details
What: Lepperton School Twilight Gala
When: Friday, March 22, 4.30pm-8pm
Where: Lepperton School, 540 Richmond Road, Lepperton
Other: Free entry. Eftpos available on-site.
