But the number of students isolating or sick by Thursday forced the school to reconsider.
Principal Jeff Ward was reluctant to reveal any details about the number of students sick or isolating, and declined to make further comment.
Responding to the announcement, parents expressed disappointment on behalf of their children and students.
Southern Riverina News understands that the event has been rescheduled for early next term — with details to be announced closer to the date.
On Monday, Murrumbidgee Local Health District reported a total 6,771 active COVID cases in the region — a week-on-week increase of 2,501.
Twelve are currently receiving treatment at hospital, and none are in intensive care.
Of these cases, 286 resided in the Berrigan Shire Council area and a further 100 were from the Murrumbidgee Council area.
Vaccination outreach clinics have been deployed in Jerilderie, Coleambally, Barham, Finley, Berrigan and Junee this week.
For more information and bookings, visit:
covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/booking/.
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