Important Announcements
Term 2 Traffic and Drive-Through Reminder
With the return of our students to term 2 this week, we would like to remind all parents and our wider community to be mindful of traffic conditions around the school.
We ask that you take extra care in our school zone by reducing speed, remaining alert for children crossing, and adhering to all parking and traffic regulations during drop-off and pick-up times.
We kindly remind all parents not to enter the drive-through prior to 3:14pm, as doing so causes unnecessary congestion, creates safety concerns, and restricts safe access for other parents, staff, and visitors exiting the car park. Students are dismissed at 3:15pm and are not ready for collection prior to this time.
By working together and following these guidelines, we can help ensure a safe environment for all members of our community.
MSP School Photo's have arrived
Your child was handed their MSP school photos today. If you would like to place a late order please contact the school office on 0357443339 for your shoot key or contact MSP photography directly on 0354823190.
2027 Prep Enrolments
Due to increased demand, we are pleased to advise that enrolments for our 2027 Prep intake are now open.
If your child will be attending Prep next year and you have not yet completed the online enrolment form, we strongly encourage our current families to submit their application as soon as possible. Early submissions assist us greatly with planning for the 2027 school year.
All enrolments are now completed online. To apply, please visit our school website and select the Enrol Now button to access the application form.
While applications must be submitted before 31 July, we strongly encourage families to enrol earlier where possible.
If you have any questions or require assistance with the enrolment process, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
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IMPORTANT HEALTH ALERT FROM DEPARTMENT OR HEALTH - Protecting against Measles
Measles cases are rising in Victoria and around the world. Returned travellers make up most cases, but local spread has also been detected.
Vaccination is the most safe and effective way to protect yourself and others against measles. People need 2 doses of a measles-containing vaccine to be fully protected.
To help protect against measles, you should check your family’s measles vaccinations today. This is particularly important if you are:
- planning any travel
- were born during or after 1966
- were born overseas.
You can check your measles vaccination records:
- on your Medicare online account through MyGov or by contacting the Australian Immunisation Register on 1800 653 809
- on your personal health records, such as your childhood immunisation records
by speaking to your GP or immunisation provider.
About measles
Measles is a viral infection. It spreads easily from airborne droplets, such as from coughing or sneezing, and nose and throat secretions.
Symptoms may include:
- fever
- feeling tired or unwell
- cough or runny nose
- sore and red eyes (conjunctivitis)
- diarrhoea – especially in infants.
This is usually followed by a red, blotchy, non-itchy rash that often starts on the face before spreading down the body.
Measles can cause serious illness and be life-threatening. People who are not fully immunised or have not had a previous measles infection are at increased risk.
Pregnant women, children aged under 5 years and those with weakened immune systems are at increased risk of severe illness and complications.
If your child develops measles symptoms, you should:
- keep your child home from school and seek medical care and testing
- call the health service and wear a face mask when travelling to and attending the health service
- let our school know if your child has measles, or is being tested for measles
keep your child at home until well and advised by a health professional.
Free measles vaccines
Anyone who does not have 2 doses of measles vaccine, or is unsure, can get a measles vaccine.
Free vaccines are available for:
- infants aged 12 months to 18 months
- children and teenagers aged under 20 years
- adult refugees and humanitarian entrants.
Free vaccines are also available for anyone with or without a Medicare card if they are:
- born during or after 1966 who have not received 2 doses or are unsure, including people born overseas
- infants from 6 months and before 11 months of age before overseas travel.
Vaccination is widely available at your GP, local pharmacist, local council or Aboriginal Health Service. Call ahead to see if you are eligible for a free vaccine.
If your child has had new or catch-up vaccines, we encourage you to give our school an updated immunisation history statement.
Find out more
For more information, refer to:
- the Better Health Channel web page How to find your immunisation records
- the Department of Health for translated resources about measles and measles immunisations
- your GP, local pharmacist, local council or Aboriginal Health Service.
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Australian Government Mobile Service Centres
Australian Government Mobile Service Centres travel extensively throughout rural and regional Australia. A Mobile Service Centre will be visiting your area soon.
The attached factsheet includes further information about the services available.
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Hats Required
Sacred Heart is proud to be a certified SunSmart school.
With UV levels consistently above 3, hats remain compulsory for all outdoor play at school.
Our SunSmart policy can be found on our school website, and SunSmart resources for families are available via our SIMON school links or the SunSmart website.
We’ll let families know as soon as hats are no longer required.
Thanks for supporting us in keeping our students safe in the sun.
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Camps, Sports Excursions Funs (CSEF)
If you currently hold a Health Care Card (HCC), or have obtained one since the start of the school year, and have not yet applied for the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF), we encourage you to contact the school office as soon as possible.
You may be eligible for significant school fee reductions through this program.
Please note that the closing date for CSEF applications is 20th June.
If you have any questions please contact the office on 0357443339.
For more information about CSEF visit:
https://www.vic.gov.au/camps-sports-and-excursions-fund
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Calling for Volunteers
Our annual Mother’s Day Stall will take place on Wednesday 6th May.
Thank you to the parents that have already completed the Volunteer requirements for 2026. If you would like to support the stall, we warmly invite you to assist on the day by contacting Casey Parker on 0408 29 702
If you are a new volunteer, you are required to complete an online application form. Please use the link provided or scan the Qr code to submit your application if you have not previously volunteered at our school.
If you are an existing volunteer and would like to remain on the 2026 approved volunteer list, please contact Sharon Powell on spowell@shyarrawonga.catholic.edu.au
You will then be emailed the mandatory annual Child Safe Induction, which must be completed prior to volunteering.
If you are interested in volunteering in any capacity in 2026 (such as a sports helper, excursion helper, or assisting with the Father’s Day stall), we kindly request that you complete the necessary Volunteer Registration Form in advance. This will streamline the administration process when volunteering opportunities arise.
We greatly appreciate your support.
