Wellbeing

Fortnightly foci week 7/8~

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GRADUATE OUTCOME:

Happy Birthday ~

Fortnightly HAPPY BIRTHDAY to:

- Sam

- Eloise

Purple Day ~

We invite students, staff and families to wear purple on Wednesday 26th March to assist with raising much needed funds for Epilepsy research and awareness.  

At St Joseph's we are proud to support this cause which will in turn support one of our very own students.  

Please be part of this Casual Dress Day ~

Meal ideas ~

Dinner ideas can be the trickiest! After a long day of work and after school commitments there may not be much brain power left to think about nutritious, delicious meals.

Here are some kid-friendly meal planning tips that can make the process fun and stress-free for families:

Involve Kids in the Planning Process

• Let kids choose a meal or snack for the week. This makes them feel involved and more excited to eat.
• Have a theme night (Taco Tuesday, Breakfast for Dinner) to make planning more fun and creative.
• Ask them for suggestions on fruits, veggies, and foods they'd like to try. This can encourage healthier eating choices.

Keep It Simple

• Don't overcomplicate meals—focus on easy-to-make, nutritious options that don’t take too much time to prepare.
• One-pot meals (like stir-fries, stews, or baked casseroles) can save time and minimize cleanup.
• Prep ahead: on weekends, prepare ingredients or cook larger portions for the week.

Attendance ~

Being at school every day is the single most important part of your child’s education. Students learn new things at school every day. Attending and participating in school will help your child develop academically, socially, and emotionally. 

By attending school every day, students have the opportunity to engage with their peers, participate in classroom discussions, and benefit from the guidance and support of our dedicated teachers.

Research consistently shows students who attend school regularly are more likely to achieve academic success, develop important social skills and build a strong foundation for their future. 

Regular attendance plays a significant role in establishing positive habits and routines that are essential for academic growth and personal development. When students miss school, they not only miss out on valuable learning opportunities but also risk falling behind in their studies and building social connections with peers. 

As partners in your child's education, we urge you to prioritise regular school attendance and ensure your child is present in school every day. There are no safe numbers of days for missing school! 

We are here to help – if you’re having attendance issues with your child, we ask you to contact your child’s classroom teacher so we can work in partnership to address issues or concerns your child may have which may impact on their ability to attend school. 

In Victoria, school is compulsory for children between the ages of 6-17.

A reasonable excuse to be absent from school includes:

• Illness /Injury 
• Bereavement 
• Religious event

You are legally required to ensure your child attends school every day or you must provide an explanation for their absence. You can do this through calling the school office on 5484 1797 or by logging your child’s absence on PAM. 

In order for schools to implement the same day notification requirement, it’s essential you provide the school with your most up-to-date contact details.