Fun At the Front Desk 

https://www.compass.education/compass-features/compass-for-parents

https://www.compass.education/guide

Compass App Tip

Events consent Only

1. Go into the 3 lines at the bottom that say "more"
2. Click on the Events Tile
3. Go over to the Events Tab
4. and you should see all your events; the ones that say "invited" still need to be actioned.
5. Click on Accept event.
6. Then when you go to the event it should say Awaiting Consent.
7. Then if you click back into the event and go to the part that says i give consent, type your name in and press submit Consent.
8. When you see the event now it should say "Attending".

Medication

Any new medications please make sure a medication form is filled out and handed in with the medication or if any plans need to be updated with medication please let us know.

Updating Information

Has your personal contact details changed? It is very important that the school have your most updated information and that when these details change that you notify the school in writing by email. 

• Have you moved House?
• Have you changed occupation and or jobs ?
• Does your school have your current mobile numbers or email ?
• Do you need to update your emergency contacts for your child?
• Have you Separated?

If any of these apply please email the office on Somerville.ps@education.vic.gov.au or call us on 59775421 so we can update your details, Thank you.

Head Lice

We have had a few head lice cases over the last month, just a reminder if you have long hair it is recommended to tie it up and please do regular checks on your hair, Thanks.

Below is some advice from the better health website you may find helpful in what to look for and treatment options.

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/head-lice-nits

Supervised Yard Duty Times

Important Reminder

The School Yard is supervised from 8:40am in the morning and until 3:30pm, please make sure you adhere to these drop off and pick up times to ensure the safety of your children.

2nd Hand Uniform

Please feel free to look at our 2nd hand uniform, ask in the office and we can get the correct Size tubs out for you to look through.  All clothes sold for a gold coin donation.

Also if you have outgrown any we are getting low and would happily take donations.

Thanks

Don't forget to clearly label the uniform