School notifications
Uniform Shop Relocation
As of Monday the 9th of November 2020, all new uniform sales will occur via Spartan in Hampton.
The current process of ordering stock via the school will cease as of COB Monday 2nd November 2020. Due to the transition of stock, new uniform sales will not be available via the school or Spartan from Tuesday 3rd until Monday 9th November.
As of Monday the 9th of November 2020, St Columba’s Primary School uniforms can be purchased at Spartan via the following options (for more information see attached flyer):
- Spartan School World Retail Shop, 914 Nepean Highway Service Road, Hampton East
Normal Trading Hours:
-Monday/Wednesday 12.00 pm – 5.00 pm
-1st Saturday of each month 9.00 am – 12.00 pm - Online www.spartanschoolworld.com.au
- Weekly delivery to school – Free of Charge
- Home/Private address delivery - $9.95 flat rate per order
- Click and Collect from Spartan School World – Free of Charge
As there are some uniforms items that are no longer being offered (long sleeve polo and windcheater) we are offering the remaining stock at half price. If you are interested in purchasing please contact Judy or the office administration team.
We will still be running our second-hand store from school. Please contact our office administration team who will be happy to assist you with second-hand uniform enquiries (office@scelwood.catholic.edu.au).
We would like to take this opportunity to thank Judy Forsyth for running our onsite uniform store. We couldn't have done it without you.
Please note: our website uniform page will be updated mid next week to reflect these changes.
Sacraments
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, there will be no sacraments this year.
Photo Day Monday 16 November
Photo Day is back on...
Monday 16 November 2020. Full summer uniform to be worn. Sibling photos are available. Class photos will be different this year, they will consist of individual photos rather than a group shot.
SOCKTOBER
This week St. Columba’s raised awareness about Mission Month and helping those in poverty.
We have spent time in class using scripture, prayer and finding out about people in different parts of the world, how they live and how we can help.
Our Social Justice team (Gab, Ally, Clare, Jono and Mischa) organised some fun events for the week and the school is very proud of what they have been able to achieve.
eSmart School
St Columba’s is officially an eSmart school. We are very proud of the work we
all do together to support child safety and online safety. Being an eSmart
school is a wonderful achievement and let’s continue to work together to
keep our children safe.
Cyberbullying
The link below provides parents with excellent information about helping children
who may be experiencing cyberbullying. The eSafety commissioner website
holds valuable information and is highly recommended.
A guide to online bullying for parents and carers.
St Columba’s takes child safety seriously and if you require any further help or
support please do not hesitate to speak to a teacher or a leader at the school.
Literacy and Math Update
As we have returned to face to face schooling and started the process of gathering additional assessment data, we have noticed a positive trend across the school.
Overwhelmingly, students have made solid gains in literacy and numeracy; despite the many challenges of remote learning. We have noticed this, in particular, in reading, spelling, and the number domain. Early indicators suggest that the majority of students will achieve the expected growth for 2020. This is a testament to the partnership between, and hard work of parents, teachers, and students during the past 6 months.
The assessments we have conducted have also helped us identify key areas of need for cohorts and individuals and we will continue to build our student’s abilities within these domains over Term 4.
We pride ourselves in knowing individual students. In a recent ‘Student Survey’, 92% of St. Columba’s Year 3-6 students responded that they felt that their teachers know them extremely well as learners. In addition, 94% of students said they feel challenged to take risks and improve their learning. This is something we have focused on over the past few years and it was pleasing to receive this feedback.
We look forward to continuing to work with the teachers and students to consolidate our gains and to ensure our students are ready for their move into a new year level in 2021.
Brooke and Stu
Literacy and Mathematics Leaders
Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund
The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) provides payments for eligible students to attend activities like:
- school camps or trips
- swimming and school-organised sport programs
- outdoor education programs
- excursions and incursions.
Families holding a valid means-tested concession card or temporary foster parents are eligible to apply.
Please contact the office if you hold a valid means-tested concession (Centrelink Health Care Card) and yet to supply this to us.