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BHCS BUILDING FUND DONATIONS
With the expansion of our Junior School nearing completion and plans for further development in the senior area, we would like to give parents and friends of Belgrave Heights Christian School, the opportunity to make a donation to the BHCS Building Fund. A building fund donation provides the opportunity to contribute to the School in a very practical and permanent way which will provide learning opportunities to current and future students who will gain the benefits of the amazing new facilities.
Anyone wishing to make a donation can do so by making a payment at reception or by bank transfer to the School’s Building Fund account as follows:-
Belgrave Heights Christian School Building Fund
BSB 633-000
Account No. 137 265 468
All donations to the building fund are tax deductible. If you would like a receipt for tax purposes, please ensure that you provide us with your full name, address &/or email address. If you have any queries, please contact Liz in the Finance Office at lmiko@bhcs.vic.edu.au
RITCHIES COMMUNITY BENEFIT PROGRAM
Families who choose to shop at Ritchies are able to nominate BHCS as their School. Ritchies then provides funding to us through their Community Benefits Program. Simply download the app to get started!
SCHOOLTV
This month on SchoolTV - Screen Time
As a result of the global pandemic, there has been a noticeable shift in the amount of time people spend on screen-based devices. Families are transitioning back to pre-COVID routines but many are still struggling to re-establish the boundaries and rules around screen use. Some continue to deal with digital conflict and tech-tantrums on a daily basis. The latest research found that 77% of teenagers spend more than five hours on screens per day, but it is important to note that not all screen time is considered equal.
Parents play a crucial role in modelling a positive and healthy approach to using screens and assisting children to navigate the content they watch. It is better to model and mentor screen use, rather than monitor it. Children tend to do more of what they see us do, and less of what we tell them to do. However, it is still important to outline the risks and highlight the benefits of screen use to ensure you keep a balanced attitude. Encourage discussions around the issues that people experience in monitoring their screen time and be honest about your own difficulties.
Parents need to remain firm in their approach to managing screen time. Excessive screen time can be detrimental to a child’s overall wellbeing. Ensuring the correct privacy settings are in place is vital to prevent children from being inadvertently exposed to inappropriate content or online predators. Parents need to also be mindful of the potential impact screen time can have on a child’s social, emotional, educational, behavioural, and even physical domains.
In this edition of SchoolTV, care-givers will be provided with a range of guidelines and strategies to help manage screen time at home. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this month’s edition, and we always welcome your feedback.
If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help.
CYBERSAFETY
Internet safety: Teenagers
Suitable for 12-18 years
Key points
- Teenagers can come across content, contact, conduct and contract risks when they’re online or using digital media.
- Teenagers need to keep building skills and knowledge to identify and manage internet safety risks independently.
- You can be a role model for internet safety.
- It’s important to talk with teenagers about online content, privacy settings, personal information and online purchases.
To read more, please click here
WELLBEING RESOURCES
We know that it can sometimes be hard to find the necessary resources in relation to mental health, bullying and family violence, especially when things are tough. For this reason, the School has a small webpage with links related to health and wellbeing resources. This can be found on the School's website under Other Resources or can be found here.
BHCS PARENT HANDBOOK
A friendly reminder to families that the school has a Parent Handbook to help answer any queries you may have, all in one handy place. This handbook has recently been updated and can be found on the School's website.
ISV - THE PARENTS WEBSITE
Belgrave Heights Christian School is part of the Independent Schools Victoria network of schools. Independent Schools Victoria offers an initiative called The Parents Website. Here you will find a range of articles and newsletters. To learn more, please click here.
BHCS CANTEEN
JUNIOR SCHOOL : The canteen is available for lunch orders on Wednesday & Fridays. Junior students (Prep - Year 4) can pre-order lunch orders via the Flexischools app.
MIDDLE & SENIOR SCHOOL: Year 5-12s are welcome to order at the Canteen window during recess and lunch breaks from Tuesday – Friday.
The canteen is closed on Mondays.
TREETOPS CAFE
The cafe will be running every day except Wednesday for Senior School students. At this point in time, use of the restaurant seating will only be available to staff and Year 11 & 12 students. Year 7 - 12 Students are permitted to purchase food from the cafe.
ALINTA (UNIFORM SHOP)
TERM 2 UNIFORM SHOP (ALINTA) HOURS
NEW DAYS & HOURS
- Tuesday: 8.00am -12.00pm
- Thursday: 12.00pm - 4.00pm
- First Saturday of each month 9.00am -12.00pm (June 4)
If you have any queries, please get in contact with Alinta.
Email: belgraveheights@alinta.com.au
Phone: 03 9754 6400 alintaapparel.com.au