Peter Lalor News

First Aid

Smile Squad Dental Services Team will be onsite Tuesday the 18th of March 2025.  This service is for students that utilised the dental van services in 2024.  This follow up appointment is to provide the FREE 6 monthly fluoride varnish applications and takes approximately 10 mins.  These fluoride treatments are essential in preventing tooth decay. 

 

For new students to the College the Smile Squad Dental van will be onsite again on the 25th and 26th of August 2025.  Further information about this free service will be communicated via Compass in Term 3. 

 

 

Upcoming Vaccinations 2025

Meningococcal ACWY Immunisations available to all year 10 students. 

The Secondary School Immunisation Program will be onsite offering the FREE Meningococcal ACWY  vaccine provided by the National Immunisation Program. 

 

What happens next?

The Whittlesea Council immunisation service delivers the school-based immunisation program. The council will provide immunisation consent forms and information to the College. These will be distributed via Compass to Parents/guardians.  This is an online consent form however hard copies can be provided if requested. 

 

Cold and Flu Season

Is upon us again and one of the best ways to stay well this winter is to have your flu shot. 

Influenza (sometimes called 'the flu') is a highly contagious virus that causes widespread illness every year.

Flu immunisation is recommended for everyone from 6 months of age who want to protect themselves from the flu and its complications.

 

Where can I get the flu vaccine?

You can organise you Flu vaccine through your GP or local pharmacy. 

$22 per dose, or free for: 

  • Children over 6 months old, and under 5 years old.
  • People aged 5 years and over, with medical risk factors.
  • Pregnant women
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of all ages.

This infographic helps you compare cold and flu symptoms.

If your child is unwell or displaying any cold or flu symptoms please stay home. 

You can report your child’s absence on Compass; 

Simply LOG IN TO Compass App - On the parent DASHBOARD – click on student PROFILE PICTURE – click on ATTENDANCE NOTE – click REASON -  add DATE – click ADD ATTENDANCE NOTE. 

OR 

If you need assistance you can call the general administration office on 03) 9464 0122 to report your child’s absence, press #2 for absences.