Lilydale High School Newsletter

PARENT INFORMATION

VALE Kynan Jones

Dear LHS Families, I write to you with some very sad news about the passing of one of our past students over the weekend. 

 

Kynan was in Year 10 at LHS until the end of 2021. He was an exceptionally popular student who was fondly thought of by students across the year levels and the teaching/support staff. 

 

He was heavily involved with Mooroolbark Football and Cricket Club with friends from across the area. Kynan’s primary school years were spent at Birmingham PS. 

 

Our thoughts are with Emma, Bryn, Shayla, Camdyn and the extended family at this incredibly difficult time.  

 

We are also aware that many of Kynan’s friends may be affected by his passing. 

 

For anyone who may need support, please be aware that our wellbeing team are available to assist, there is also a list of helpful resources below:   

Sincerely

 

Wendy Powson

Principal 

Outer East Keso Team Newsletter

Koorie Newsletter October 2022 (New).pdf

 

Young People & Social Media Webinar

FREE webinar for parents, carers and educators on young people and social media!

 

Wednesday 26 October 

7:00 pm to 8.15 pm

Jayde Petrie, from PROJECT ROCKIT, will present:

  • an overview of key social media platforms
  • insight into the opportunities and risks of young people being online
  • strategies for combating cyberbullying
  • strategies to promote healthy online use

Students NOT returning to Lilydale High School in 2023

Please NOTIFY the relevant Sub School Office if your son/daughter is not returning to Lilydale High School in 2023.  

 

An EXIT FORM will be required to be completed and returned to the School Administration Office by Friday 16 December.

 

We need to know if your child will be undertaking one of the following:

  • Transferring to another school
  • TAFE (Institute/Course)
  • Apprenticeship/Traineeship
  • Full Time /Part Time Employment
  • Seeking Employment

Please note, before a student can leave school, they must satisfactorily complete Year 10 and until the age of 17, they must be in some form of full-time training or employment.

 

Training options can include;

  • VCE
  • VCAL
  • Full-time TAFE
  • Apprenticeships

Students wishing to leave school before these requirements are met, must put in a request for ‘Exemption’ to the Regional Director, in consultation with Lilydale High School.

 

Students in Years 10 to 12 will be required to have a Careers Exit Interview with a Careers Counsellor prior to exiting.

Student Absences

If your child is absent or late due to illness or for any other reason, parents/carers are able to:

  • Mark their absence on Compass / or
  • Phone the School Absence Line and leave a message after the prompt. The Absence Line is operational 24hrs a day, 7 days a week for your convenience
  • Email the relevant the Sub School Office Assistants

Student’s arriving to school late should report to the Sub School Offices to receive a late pass before going to class.

 

If a student is required to leave school early for any reason, they should bring a note from their parent/carer or a parent approval entered on Compass.  All students must receive an Early Leaver's Pass from the Sub School Office before leaving school. 

 

Junior School - Years 7 and 8

kerri.skewes@education.vic.gov.au

 

Middle School - Years 9 and 10

lauren.kelso@education.vic.gov.au

 

Senior School - Years 11 and 12

jenny.mclean@education.vic.gov.au

Stadium Carpark – pick up and drop off

Just a reminder for parents/carers to use the Stadium Car Park at pick up and drop off times. 

 

PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE THROUGH THE STAFF CAR PARK (MELBA AVE)  – THIS IS A PARKING-ONLY FACILITY. This car park is out of bounds for students.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation regarding this matter.

Contact Details

If you have changed any of your personal details (phone numbers / address / place of employment), please ring the School Office to advise the new details.  It is important to ensure our records are current. Thank you for your cooperation.

Asthma / Diabetes / Anaphylaxis / Epilepsy

ASTHMA, DIABETES, ANAPHYLAXIS, EPILEPSY and ALLERGY management plans are required to be updated and submitted to the school every 12 months.   Please ensure you have provided this to Sick Bay in the best interest of your child.

 

If you require any assistance, do not hesitate to contact the school.