General School Information 

Head Lice 

Some cases of Head Lice have been reported in recent days.  Head lice are very common, so there is no need to be alarmed.  However, children should be treated quickly to prevent lice from spreading.  We are asking that all parents examine their child/ren’s hair and look for the following signs:

• Persistent scratching, particularly behind the ears and the nape of the neck, accompanied by a red rash.
• Tiny silver white eggs at the base of the hair shaft.
• Small pale brown lice. You may wish to use a magnifying glass and a fine tooth comb under strong light to help identify lice.

Head lice can be treated quickly and effectively by simply following these steps:

• Purchase a specialist head lice treatment and apply it according to the directions on the pack.
• Examine all family members’ hair and treat everyone found to have head lice.
• Wash out the treatment and use a fine tooth comb to remove the dead lice and eggs.
• Repeat the treatment: in 7-10 days

Please note that children are able to attend school once  they have been treated.

Important Dates

*** Additional Pupil Free Day ***

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 - Professional Learning on Behaviour Curriculum  

Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd is pleased to offer our staff the opportunity to collaborate with the Knowledge Society on Classroom Management and Behaviour. Please note that this day will be an additional pupil-free day for our students.

PUPIL FREE DAYS 2025

Term Two 2025: (Note: Students will have three weeks holiday)

Tuesday 1st April: Professional Learning on Behaviour Curriculum

Monday 21st April: Easter Monday Public Holiday

Tuesday 22-24th April: Staff Professional Learning Days (Student Free Days)

Friday 25th April: ANZAC Day Public Holiday

Monday 28th April: Students commence Term 2

Term Three 2025:

Wednesday 13th August: CESL Staff Spirituality Day 

Term Four 2025:

Friday 28th November: Report Writing Day 

Monday 15th December: Students Last Day

Tuesday 16th December: Planning for 2026 

Wednesday 17th December: Staff Professional Learning Day 

School Parking  

A REMINDER FROM THE CITY OF GREATER BENDIGO 

The City understands that school pick up and drop off times can be especially busy and stressful for motorists. Road safety is especially important in the areas around our schools. Slow down and take extra care when driving in school zones, especially during school hours. Always park your car in a designated parking space.  

When dropping off and collecting children from school do not stop:

• In No Stopping areas
• On nature strips
• Too close to, or on school crossings
• Over driveways
• Beside another parked car (double parking)

Please remember that parking rules around schools are designed to ensure safety through maintaining pedestrian and motorist visibility, traffic flow and accessibility. 

Be advised that parking inspectors continually monitor parking in Havelock Street.

While parking availability is regularly limited directly adjacent to school entrances, ample parking is often available within a short walk of the school. Where possible we encourage parents and carers to organise with their children to meet them at a location within walking distance of the school.

Book Club 

Book club orders close this Friday 14 February