Parent Information

Concussion Information

Important information to be aware of for parents and carers.

If your child has experienced a concussion outside of the school setting it is important that they rest for a period of 24 to 48 hours and then gradually return to activitie safter this time. Returning to school can be a graduated approach with the aim of increasing tolerance to a fullday, the same situation could occur with sporting activities. It is always important to check with your doctor and seek medical treatment after a child sustains a concussion.

It is important to inform the school if your child hassustained a concussion outside of school; this is to ensurethe school can monitor your child’s wellbeing and adaptactivities as required.

This factsheet link below from the Royal Children’s Hospital is valuable to read and understand. https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/Head_injury_return_to_school_and_sport/

There is also a great evidence-based app from theMurdoch children’s research institute that walks you through what to do in the result of a concussion.

School Fees, Family Assistance Scheme and Camps, Sports & Excursion Fund (CSEF) exemptions

At the end this week we will be emailing home the School Fee Statements. Please note the following:

All school direct debits and credit card payments have now been set up and you will see the first payment on your statement.
If you wish to join in with the school direct debits or credit card payments this is available at any time, please complete a Fee Payment Agreement available from the office.
The 2026 school fee exemptions, the Family Assistance Scheme and the Camps, Sports and Excursion Fund, have not been processed as yet. Thank you to those families who have completed the forms and returned them. These exemptions are available to families who hold a valid health care card and forms are available from the office.
If you wish to pay your fees in full we would prefer payment by June 30th.

If you have any questions regarding your School Fees please contact Michelle at the office, 5332 7680 or mcushing@spballarat.catholic.edu.au.

NCCD INFORMATION

2026 Classroom Helper - Child Safety Induction Sessions

We value any time parents support us with learning activities or special events such as excursions and Mother's and Father's Day stalls and breakfasts.

If you would like to participate in any such activities, you are required to attend a 'Child Safety Induction' session each year.

Early next term, we will run 2 more sessions to enable anyone who has been unable to attend this during Term 1. Times and dates will be published in our last newsletter for the term.

Follow this link for a free webinar. https://campaustralia.com.au/mental-health-first-aid-with-dr-billy-garvey/

In this insightful talk, Dr Billy Garvey explores the principles of Mental Health First Aid, equipping parents and professionals with essential skills to recognise and respond to early signs of mental health challenges in children and teens. The session emphasises early intervention, effective communication, and creating supportive environments that promote positive mental wellbeing. There will also be an interactive Q&A where you can ask your questions.

Choir Permission -

A new permission must be completed every year.