Helpful Information for Students, Parents and Carers
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Enrolments Update
If you have a sibling or family member that is intending to attend O'Connor in 2023, we have some limited space in our 7-12 cohorts.
Please contact our Enrolment Officer Mrs Amanda Howard on (02) 6772 1666 or email occadmin@arm.catholic.edu.au for an enrolment pack.
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Headspace
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Celebrations, partying and socialising are a fundamental rite of passage and one of the most important aspects of a young person’s life. Although the prospect might seem somewhat daunting or even terrifying for parents and caregivers, keeping young people safe can often be a compromise and a challenge.
Your son or daughter may appear to be physically large and mature, but this is not necessarily matched by their emotional maturity and responsibility in behaviour. Most young people try to do the right thing most of the time, but your leadership as a caregiver is crucial. Ensure you are a good role model and discuss your personal views on drug and alcohol use. Your attitude towards addictive substances can have an enormous influence on the way your teenager approaches their own use.
Hosting a celebration at home or at a venue for your teenager can be a fun and memorable event. It all comes down to careful planning. It is important to agree on the ground rules well before your event is announced to ensure there are no misunderstandings later on. As the host you owe your guests a ‘duty-of-care’ and therefore should take all reasonable steps to ensure everyone attending the party is kept safe. Every party has the potential to get out-of-hand, as sometimes it’s hard for young partygoers to make good decisions. Communication and regular discussions are vital, particularly because young people are often faced with peer pressure to do things they prefer not to engage in.
Further information relating to this topic can be accessed by downloading the SchoolTV Special Report Resource below or via the following websites:
FEE SCHEDULE FOR 2022
Tuition Fees
The Tuition Fee is an annual charge that is divided into three (3) term payments for convenience. Tuition Fees include a resource fee of $500 per annum for Years 7-10 and $700 per annum for Years 11 and 12 to cover the cost of book-hire, computer software licensing and copyright etc. As a systemic school in the Armidale Diocese, the College is required to make regular payments to the Armidale Catholic Schools Office. Tuition Fees are also required to cover the normal running costs of the College. Unless a prior arrangement has been made with either the Principal or the College Finance Officer, all accounts are expected to be finalised promptly.
Family Reduction
A reduction of fees is granted when a family has three or more children attending the College. Where there are three children, the third child will receive a 60% reduction, where there are four or more children, the third will receive a 60% reduction and there is no charge for subsequent children. Consideration will also be given to families with more than two children enrolled at O’Connor Catholic College and the Catholic feeder schools to O’Connor.
Resource Fee
The Resource Fee is included as part of the Tuition Fees. The 2022 Fees are:
Junior Secondary Years 7 -10 $1026 per Term x 3 Terms ($3078 p.a.)
Senior Secondary Years 11-12 $1172 per Term x 3 Terms ($3516 p.a.)
Method of Payment
Payment of Fees and other charges may be made in cash, by Compass Pay, cheque, EFTPOS or by Credit Card (Bankcard, Visa, Mastercard). Direct Debits may also be arranged with the bursar. The preferred method is Compass Pay.
Notification of Withdrawal of Students
Parents are expected to give one month's notice, in writing, if they are intending to withdraw students from the College. Failure to do so may render them liable for a full term's fees.
Building Levy
The facilities at O’Connor are maintained through the contribution of families to the Building Levy. These can be existing parents of students, pensioners, or parishioners with no connection to the College. All parents (past, present and future) have a responsibility to maintain and look after the heritage and buildings they have and will inherit. A $414.00 per annum per family building levy is charged and $138 will be invoiced with the Tuition Fees each Term. It can be expected that this levy will increase in future years.
Elective Fees: TBA, Electives are still being decided. Refer to our website for more information.
Fees
Fees can be paid through the Compass system. For any information regarding the payment of fees, please call the College Office on 67 72 1666.
When paying fees online, please use your account number or name as a reference when paying their school fees so we know where the payment has come from.
Sporting Clubs
Armidale Athletics
The Armidale Athletic Club/ Little Athletics have commenced their Track and Field Season. Please contact the club for details.
Canteen Menu
We are fortunate at O'Connor Catholic College to have such a range of healthy options at our student cafe. The daily specials are always popular and this Term a mini graze box has been added to the morning tea menu.
Full time Provisional Psychologist available for students at O'Connor
At O'Connor we have an onsite full-time provisional psychologist at the College. This will ensure timely and easy access to what is a very important service for our students.
Bus Timetables for 2022
Edwards Coaches
All parent, guardian and student inquiries for 2022 can be referred to Edwards Coaches on (02) 6772 3116 or by emailing them at admin@edwardscoaches.com.au or james@edwardscoaches.com.au
TFNSW is now accepting bus applications for 2022. Please go to the Transport NSW page. You can also simply use your browser by searching School Student Transport Scheme. Likewise for you can update your address or school changes.
VIDEO: A quick snapshot of O'Connor Catholic College including our current College Captains.
Uniform Shop
The College clothing pool can be accessed by making an appointment with Vicki Cooper during the following days.
To make an appointment, please contact Mrs Vickie Cooper through the College office, 6772 1666 or via email: vcooper@arm.catholic.edu.au
Uniform Shop Hours (by appointment).
Monday: 8am - 12pm
Wednesday: 12pm - 4pm
Thursday: 10am - 4pm (note change of day for 2021)
Prices can be found on our College website.