From the General Office

Dear Parents,

With current information that the Brimbank area is a COVID-19 hotspot, the following precautions outlined below are to prevent any potential spread and to keep members of our school community safe.

All enquires, should be made via the phone on 9366 2555 and not in person. 

Events and Camps

There are currently no Events, Excursions or Camps planned for Term 4, 2020.  Parents will be notified when we are able to commence school events.

Uniform Shop Purchases

We encourage orders to be placed on-line via the college website (www.stalbanssc.vic.edu.au).  Click on the parent tab & follow prompts to Uniform Shop.

DCS Uniforms understands that parents and students are going through difficult times, therefore, DCS Uniforms would like to offer FREE DELIVERY to residential homes of all internet uniform orders over $45.00.Uniform orders can be placed at www.dcsuniforms.com.auWe at DCS UNIFORMS feel that we need to make the purchase of uniforms as safe, easy and cost efficient as possible . We will continue this offer whilst we are restricted in a normal supply method.DCS will work will all our School Customers to achieve a smooth and pleasant purchase experienceIf you have any queries please don’t hesitate to email sales@dcsuniforms.com.au 

General Office Payments

Preferred method of payment at the General Office is by way of card.  Payments to the General Office can be processed over the phone with a valid credit card or on-line using BPay.  Please contact the General Office on 9366 2555  should you need further information.  We ask that you restrict your visits to the school.

Meetings with Sub School Coordinators

If a meeting with your child's coordinator is required, it will be organised as a phone meeting or an on-line Zoom meeting. Your child's coordinator will instruct you on how and when this may need to be organised.

Signs of Cold or Flu

Your child should not attend school if they are displaying cold or flu like symptoms.  If you or your child have symptoms, please contact your GP and see if they are offering testing or attend a local testing clinic to get tested.

To view location of popup testing sites, click here:

https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/getting-tested-coronavirus-covid-19#where-to-get-tested  

Compass Access

Any important information will be sent to parents and families via the Compass News Feed.  Parents are asked to ensure that they have access to Compass.

General Office Hours 

8:15am to 4:15pm   

ID Cards

Students are reminded that they require their ID cards with them when they present to the front office. 

Student Lunches at the General Office

Families are advised that the General Office is unable to accept lunches for student collection.  Please discuss and prepare for a different course of action with your child, should they forget to bring their lunch to school.

College Expectations 

Attendance, Uniform, Punctuality  

We greatly appreciate the support we receive from parents to make sure that your child attends school regularly and punctually, is in full uniform, and is well prepared for all classes with books and equipment.

Attendance  

Students must have a minimum of 90% attendance in all classes at each year level.

Uniform  

Full uniform must be worn to and from school, at school and on all school excursions, including interschool sports.

Punctuality  

Students are expected to be punctual at the start of each day and for all classes. Any student who is late more than 4 times will have a Friday detention from 3:20pm to 5:20pm. 

Sustainable School Shop

The Sustainable School Shop website is available to purchase and/or sell second-hand uniforms and used textbooks.

Parents can log in or register at any time at  www.sustainableschoolshop.com.au

When selling items, click the Sell Uniforms button and follow the prompts. Assistance is given to construct your For Sale ads including a pricing guide.

To see the ads for items currently on sale or to obtain the seller details, you will need to log-in to the Sustainable School Shop website, click the blue Stocktake button and then click the item you need. Buyers contact the seller directly.

Sellers are asked to delist For Sale Ads as items sell.

Student Absence Line 

Parents are reminded when leaving message on the student absence line to:

• Wait for the beep before leaving a message
• State who you are, eg:  I am the parent of ……..  and clearly state your child’s name and home group
• Clearly state the reason for your child’s absence and how long they will be absent for

Please ensure that your message is audible (not on speaker phone) and there is no background noise.