Parent News & Updates
Cold and Flu Season
Winter is cold and flu season and we are seeing an influx of students at sick bay with cold and flu symptoms. We encourage students who are sick to stay at home. Students are also reminded to wash their hands frequently, dispose of tissues in bins provided and wear a mask if coughing.
Parents and students are reminded that mobile phones are not permitted to be used whilst at school, unless permission has been given by the teacher for learning purposes.
Students who are feeling ill should report to sickbay and the first aid staff will call parents to collect the child.
We kindly ask parents to remind your children to go to sick bay if not feeling well.
Please refer to the School's mobile phone policy for further information on the use of mobile phones within our school.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10-v8rKXP3f4OjznCTQGnUg3zNhKtbHLY/view
Seeking Medical Attention for Students
If there is a situation or incident which requires first aid to be administered to your child, school staff will administer first aid that is reasonably necessary and appropriate to their level of training. School staff will also seek emergency medical attention for your child if it is considered reasonably necessary.
Any costs associated with student injury rest with parents/carers unless the Department of Education is liable in negligence (liability is not automatic). In the event that your child needs medical attention, school staff will contact you as soon as practically possible.
We all want to ensure the safety and well-being of our children, and one crucial aspect of this is being prepared for emergencies. Victorian Ambulance cover offers peace of mind and tangible benefits for families.
Ambulance services can be costly. Without cover, a single trip can amount to thousands of dollars. Victorian Ambulance cover ensures that these expenses are taken care of, sparing families from unexpected financial burdens.
Ambulance cover within Private Health Insurance often has limitations and exclusions. Victorian Ambulance membership provides comprehensive protection for various ambulance services, including emergency and non-emergency transport, both within Victoria and, in some cases, interstate.
Current prices for Family and Single memberships (as of June 2024) are provided below.
For more information go to https://membership.ambulance.vic.gov.au/
Consenting to School Events and Excursions
School events, including excursions, incursions and sports appear on Compass. To consent and pay for events please refer to the link on Compass.
Most events require planning and confirmation of numbers for things such as payment to suppliers, catering, staffing and transport. Therefore it is extremely important that parents consent to events by the due date specified in the event.
Students are not to be dropped off at an event if consent has not been provided online. Please call the school if you have missed the deadline to discuss your options.
Students who do not have consent to attend an excursion are required to attend school for their usual classes. Extensions will not be granted for students who have missed the consent deadline!
School Uniform - Do's and Don'ts
At Suzanne Cory, we pride ourselves on the high standards of our students. Students wearing our uniform are a reflection of our school and our values of respect, aspiration and contribution.
Therefore it is imperative that students wear the uniform correctly. Below is a guide to the uniform requirements.
If students do not follow these guidelines, families will be contacted. If students are found to repeatedly wear the school uniform incorrectly, they will be sent home.
Parent Contributions
Thank you to those families who have paid parent contributions. Your support assists us to provide a broad range of experiences which enhance student learning and engagement at Suzanne Cory High School.
Parent contributions can be made on the Compass portal.
The below information outlines how you contributions support our school.
If you would like to spread the cost of your contributions, you can set up a payment plan. Payment Options are listed on the below flyer.
School Events and Excursions
School events, including excursions, incursions and sports appear on Compass. To consent and pay for events please refer to the link on Compass.
Most events require planning and confirmation of numbers for things such as payment to suppliers, catering, staffing and transport. Therefore it is extremely important that parents consent to events by the due date specified in the event.
Students are not to be dropped off at an event if consent has not been provided online. Please call the school if you have missed the deadline to discuss your options.
Students who do not have consent to attend an excursion are required to attend school for their usual classes.
2024 Canteen Menu
Our canteen is open every day and has a range of food options for both recess and lunch.
Their online ordering portal is available to place orders early and avoid the queues.
View the menu here:
Family Engagement with School Policies
Families are invited to provide feedback on school policies relating to child safety and wellbeing as listed below using this google form.
- Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy
- Child Safety Code of Conduct
- Complaints Policy
- Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures
- Volunteers Policy
- Visitors Policy
- Student Wellbeing and Engagement Policy
- Bullying Prevention Policy
- Digital Learning Policy
These policies can be found using this link, and are also available to parents and student on Compass, under the 'favourites' tab.