General Information
Lost Property
Are you or do you know someone who is missing this hat? It was left behind at Dio Cross Country. It is in the office at school for collection.
We also have some blue sport track pants that have been left at school.
Origin Day
On Wednesday 5 June we are having a 'wear your colours' day where students can show their support for their favourite team (QLD or NSW) by wearing maroon or blue. We ask that students bring along a gold coin donation that will go towards our fundraising for Catholic Mission. Please ensure your children wear clothes suitable for playing sport, as this is our PE day. You also need to ensure students wear sneakers and bring a suitable hat for the day.
Student Absences
The NSW Education Act (1990) and the Catholic Schools Office, Armidale require parents/carers to ensure that children of compulsory school age attend school on each day that the school is open for instruction. If children are absent from school, parents/carers are legally required to provide the school with an acceptable explanation, in writing, within seven days of the absence.
Please also be aware that partial absences calculate towards non attendance at school e.g. if your child arrives late to school, leaves early or misses part of the school day.
Late arrival makes it more difficult for a child to settle in class. Leaving the class early results in the child missing out on important information to help them prepare for the next day. Each day or part day missed makes the support of your child more challenging as staff attempt to ensure they are learning at an appropriate rate.
The Importance of Arriving at School on Time
Arriving at school and class on time:
- ensures that students do not miss out on important learning activities scheduled early in the day
- helps students learn the importance of punctuality and routine
- give students time to greet their friends before class
- reduces classroom disruption. Lateness is recorded as a partial absence and must be explained by parents
What if my child has to be away from school?
On occasion, your child may need to be absent from school. Absences explained by parents/carers have to be justified by the Principal. Justified reasons for student absences may include:
- being sick, or having an infectious disease - a medical certificate is provided or the Principal accepts the explanation
- having an unavoidable medical appointment
- being required to attend a recognised religious holiday
- exceptional or urgent family circumstance (e.g. attending a funeral)
An explained but unjustified absence is an instance where a parent/carer has explained the student's absence and this has not been accepted by the Principal.
School Photos
Our School photos are scheduled to take place on Thursday the 20th June 2024,
please remember that students are to be dressed in full winter uniform including black shoes and tie. If you are needing uniform items our uniform shop at the school is open Wednesday and Thursdays.
Don't forgot to order your photos through the Compass Portal.
