TERM 3 | WEEK 1 | 2024

YEAR 8 FAMILIES

WEEK 1: KEY INFOMRATION 

Week 1 Key Information: 

  • SCHOOL COMMENCES TUESDAY, 23 JANUARY at 8:25am
  • Formal Uniform is required every day during Week 1.
  • All students are expected to arrive at school, no later than 8:25am for an 8:30am start. 
  • New students to our College are required to meet at the Hugh O'Brien Centre (HOB)
  • Returning students are to assemble in their Pastoral Group; rooms are listed on their timetable.
  • Students timetable can viewed on both the Parent and Student Portals.  
  • Books and stationery can be brought in over two days, please refer to the timetable. 
  • Laptops need to be fully charged prior to the start of school on Tuesday.  
  • Students are required to bring a lock for their locker; this can be a lock that requires either a code or key. 
  • The College Tuckshop will operate with a reduced menu in Week 1, the full menu will commence from Week 2.

REMINDER: MOBILE PHONE POLICY

Mobile phones can only be accessed in the first ten minutes of each break, at student's locker. Phones are then locked away for the remainder of the school day. If students wish to purchase food from the Tuckshop, they will need to use either cash or their physical debit card. 

Meet the Head of Year 8, Libby Schuring

 

Greetings, Year 8 Families, 

 

I would like to extend a warm welcome to the students and families of the Year 8 cohort, and take this opportunity to introduce myself! 

 

My name is Libby Schuring, and I am the Head of Year 8 for 2024, I am also excited to be a new member of staff to St Mary’s Catholic College! I am an advocate for student wellbeing, and believe in nurturing, not only the academic skills, but also essential life skills that contribute to a thriving and resilient student body. 

 

A little bit about me, I am a mum of three kids – two of whom are teenagers and a six-year-old. When I am not at school, you will find me reading a book, spending time with family or participating in my favourite pastime, singing. I am excited to get started working with the Year 8 cohort as they move  away from being the newbies of the College. We have some great opportunities throughout the year to work together, including our Year 8 adventure camp to Mungalli in Term 2.

 

At St. Mary's Catholic College, we believe in, and greatly value the partnership between staff, students, and families. If you have any questions or concerns about your child's education and well-being, your first point of call is to please connect with your child's Pastoral Group Mentor. These details can be found on the Parent Portal.  

 

Additionally, I also welcome contact and am always keen to hear about both successes and challenges your child experiences. 

 

Warm regards,

 

Libby Schuring

Head of Year 8