General Information
Hair
A reminder that students hair should be neat and tidy. Patterns shaved into hair, dyed hair or 'rat's tails', 'horsey', undercuts or mullets are not permitted at school. Children with long hair should wear it tied up off their shoulders in a ponytail or braid, and only school-coloured (navy, gold/yellow) ribbons or bows are to be worn in their hair.
Canteen Ordering Times
A gentle reminder that the cut off time for canteen ordering is 9am on the day of the order. Unfortunately we are unable to accept late orders, this is due to the Compass canteen program. Please ensure that all orders are placed before 9am to avoid disappointment.
Book Week & Grandparents' Day
We are looking forward to celebrating Book Week and Grandparents' Day on Friday 22nd August. See the Library section of the Newsletter for further details on the Book Parade. Parents are also welcome to attend on the day. We look forward to seeing you there!
Father's Day Breakfast - Save the Date
100 Days of Kindergarten
NCCD
Every year, schools in Australia are required to participate in the National Consistent Collection of Data on school students with a disability (NCCD).
Please read full details in the fact sheets below.
Lost Property
We have a number of items in our lost property that have not been claimed. Can you please make sure that all uniform items are clearly labelled with your child's name so they can be returned. It is impossible to return items that are not labelled or unreadable. Your assistance with this is greatly appreciated.
Mobile Phones
Please remind your child that if they are bringing a mobile phone to school, they must hand it into the office at the beginning of the day. They are stored securely and students can collect them at the end of the day. Thank you for your support with this.
P&F Meeting
The next P&F meeting will be held next Tuesday, 5th August at 5:30pm in the library. All parents and friends are welcome to attend.
Supervision of Students
A gentle reminder that supervision of students begins until 8.15am each day.
St Joseph's gates open at 8:15am each morning. To ensure all children are kept safe, please do not drop them off at school before this time to be left unsupervised.
Application for Extended Leave
Family holidays and travel are no longer considered under the Exemption from School Procedures. Travel outside of vacation periods is now counted as an absence for statistical purposes. Please see the office if your child will be away from school for 10 days or more as an application form will need to be completed and approved at the discretion of the Principals or delegate.
2025 School Fees
Monthly installments of school fees are recommended and are due on the 21st of each month. We are asking parents/carers to please have all fees finalised by 30th November 2025.
Below is the suggested installment amount:
1 Child = $160.65
2 Children = $287.563
3 Children = $391.99
Stage 3 Excursion = $395.00, this is due by 1st October 2025.
Thank you to those families who are up to date with the installments. BPAY details can be found on emailed statements.
Please feel free to contact us if you aren't receiving your statement or would like assistance setting up the installments by emailing jwesthorpe@arm.catholic.edu.au or by phoning the office on 6765 4079. We also have EFTPOS facilities at school.
Change in Routine
Can you please advise the school office before 2:30pm if there is any change in your child's afternoon routine so we have time to let them know.