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Dear Parents and Carers,

 

We are quickly reaching the midway point for this term.  This is a busy time in the life of the school with NAPLAN, school Review on our doorstep, assessment and reporting, sporting events to name but a few.  

 

Please find attached a few reminders for this term

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Happy Birthday to Brendan

for this coming Saturday

 

 

School Review - Policies and Forms

 

You may be wondering, what is a school review? 

As part of the improvement cycle, each Victorian Catholic, Government and Independent school undertakes a review every four years. The school completes a comprehensive self-evaluation against the MACS SIF (School Improvement Framework).  An independent analysis is also completed by an external reviewer on the school’s performance against the goals and targets listed in our SIP (School Improvement Plan). The review evaluates the school's strengths, areas for improvement and the impact of its improvement efforts. At the end of the review, a new four-year school SIP (School Improvement Plan) will be written.

 

Our School Review is fast approaching with our Compliance Day -  VRQA (Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority) occurring on Tuesday 7th June.  The School Review process continues on Thursday 9th June and Tuesday 14th June with various focus groups to take place.

 

 

The purpose of the School Review is to celebrate our strengths and explore opportunities for improvement.

 

Policies and Forms

With the School Review upon us and VRQA, a timely reminder that there are a number of policies and protocols which we are reviewing and ask you to be familiar with,

they include:

Please note: as part of the School Review / VRQA Compliance, we are currently reviewing and updating the policies and forms available on the school website.

 

ICT

At St James we aim to provide a contemporary learning environment which engages all students to become successful learners, preparing them for life in a technological world. We are a registered GSuite for Education school, who believe in the power of learning through collaboration using online spaces. We understand the importance of explicitly teaching students about safe and responsible online behaviours, and feel it is best taught in partnership with parents/guardians. 

 

From time to time, students may be prompted by their peers to access inappropriate sites.  This is a timely reminder to all families to review the ICT and Digital Technology Acceptable Use Policy, which all families signed at the beginning of the School year via Operoo.

 

Please find attached a copy of the 2022 ICT and Digital Technology AUP

 

Additional Parent Resources:

Please find attached a link to the ‘Big issues’ (published by the sSafetyCommissioner), which may arise when students are on their devices at home.  

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https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues

Another resource to assist you with talking to your children about being staying safe online is the following:

 

Think U Know

https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online

 

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NAPLAN 2022

Well done to all the students in years 3 and 5 who participated in this year's NAPLAN.

This was the 1st year that the school completed NAPLAN online.  Whilst the year 3 students completed the writing on paper (mandated), all other tests were online. We can report that our school’s technological infrastructure did not let us down and all tests were successfully completed.

 

 

Happy Mother’s Day - Tantissimi Auguri per la Festa della Mamma

We hope that all the Mums and Caregivers in our community had lovely Mothers Day.  The festivities continue this Saturday 21st May with the St James Mothers Day lunch.  Thank you to the organising committee, we look forward to seeing some photos of the luncheon. 

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nForma Reports - Semester 1 Reports

 

Classroom and Specialist teachers are currently in the middle of assessing student knowledge and understanding in preparation for report writing.   Student reports will be shared digitally before the end of term and prior to the Parent Teacher meetings via the nForma Parent portal.  Further information will be sent out closer to the date on how to access your child’s academic report for Semester 1.

 

In preparing the nForma Parent Portal, it is imperative that we have up to date parent email addresses.  If you have recently changed your email address, please inform administration before Friday 27th May.

 

Chess Club - Now taking Enrolments - UPDATE

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Students in Year 1 are also invited to enrol in Chess Club.  Please see the attached flyer for contact details.

Students in years 1-6 who are interested in learning how to play Chess, are invited to join.  Chess Club will be held every Wednesday during Term 2.  The sessions are held during lunch times on a Wednesday in the School Hall.

 

For further information on how to enrol, please see the attached flyer.

 

 

 

 

School Closure Days for 2022

 

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FOUNDATION 2023 - ENROL NOW

 

Dear St James families,

 

A friendly reminder that if you would like to enrol your child into Foundation 2023 please let the school know and we will then send you an enrolment form.  

 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school directly on ph 03 9596-4766 or via email: info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au

 

Thanks in advance!

 

COVID-19 Safety at School (Updated protocols)

 

RAT Screening update:  From Monday 23 May 2022, MACS does not 

recommend that non-symptomatic students or staff conduct RATs twice a week in mainstream schools. 

 

At St James we have put a number of strategies in place to reduce the risk of transmission.  No one strategy is 100% effective.  

 

Here are just some of the ways we are doing to keep our Students, School community and Staff safe and well. 

 

In light of current restrictions and inline with our School Covid Safety we ask that you respect and follow the following guidelines.

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Reporting a Student Positive RAT / PCR Result

We have devised a Parent Step by Step guide to assist you in the event that you need to report a positive result to the school!

Access the Step by Step PDF here

 

St James Catholic Primary School (School Portal) 

 

Please click here to access the School Portal

https://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page

 

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Social Media - Please follow, like and share our school Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Feeds. 

 

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               School Website: ww.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au

Twitter:  St James Catholic Primary School, 3186

Instagram:  stjamesbrighton3186

Facebook: @stjamesbrighton3186

 

 

Please stay safe and healthy.

 

Carmelina Corio

Deputy Principal

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Further, that more than a third of school aged children may have sleep problems at some point during their development.  \n\nLack of adequate sleep can impact on: \n\nEmotional wellbeing (e.g. may lead to increased irritability, mood swings, difficulty coping) \nLearning (e.g. poor attention and concentration, not retaining information/learning) \nBehaviour (e.g. may cause sleepiness or hyperactivity during the day)\nSensory processing (e.g. increased sensitivity to noise) \nMotor skills (e.g. poorer coordination and endurance)\nHealth (poorer immune system and overall growth) \nThe whole family’s stress levels!\n\nCommon concerns:\n\nGetting to sleep\nStaying asleep\nFears/worries impacting sleep\nToileting issues\nOther medical concerns such as sleep apnoea, teeth grinding, etc\n\nQuick tips to support your child’s sleep:  \n\nSet a regular bed and wake time that is consistent even on the weekends (within the same 1-2 hours if possible)\nMake a consistent bedtime routine with your child that starts after dinner time. This could include things like a warm bath, quiet play, mindfulness, story/songs. \nKeep the 30-60 minutes before bedtime relaxing and without screens\nTry to get plenty of natural light and exercise during the day\nAvoid large meals before bedtime (snacks are okay). \nThink about the environment and how you can make it more comfortable (think temperature, light, noise, feelings of safety). \nIt is best if your child can fall asleep where they will stay all night.\nModel good sleep habits yourself. Show your children that sleep is a priority. \n\nResearch has shown that intervention is successful in reducing sleep problems and their impact. So, if you are concerned about your child's sleep or want to know more information:\n\nVisit the Raising Children’s website for lots of helpful information and quick tips\nChat to your child’s GP to rule out any medical causes impacting sleep\nAsk to speak to the St James School Occupational Therapist – Ashley Whitelaw\n\nAshley Whitelaw and Brendan Flanagan\n\n\n\n\n\nLast week was a hectic week with many school events.  Firstly congratulations to all children in Year 3 and Year 5 for navigating the Naplan assessments.  The organization and support made available for the success of the assessment was led extremely well by our teachers.  Many thanks.\n\n\n\nThe Foundation children had a big week. Attending the Werribee Zoo with the Year 6 buddies on Monday, as well as attending the excursion to the beach with the Year 1 and Year 2 children on Friday.\n\n\n\nTo keep us on our toes, the Year  3- 6 students also had the Cross Country and again all children participated with many winners on the day.  St James did bring home the shield for the Holt district.  Thanks to the parents who attended and the teachers for motivating the runners.\n\n\n\nReports\n\nTeachers are currently preparing to write reports for end of Semester 1.\n\n\n\nSchool Fees\n\nA reminder that the second installment of 2022 school fees is now due.\n\n\n\nSt James - Send the message \n\nAs a follow up from our last newsletter and to promote your school the good news gossip continues.  There are many reasons why we are a school promoting not only academic excellence, but also as a faith based education with a spiritual grounding for the formation of our children.  \n\nThe new building and facilities allow us to have a learning environment that is connected and collaborative.  \n\nWe have a strong focus on evidence based teaching and learning strategies, and use current data to address the next point of learning.\n\nThere are many other impactful actions and strategies in play at St James.  As parents please pass on the news.  You have elected to be part of our school.  Let others know, whether they are looking for their little child to start or that they may consider a move to a school that you believe is one that is progressive and caring community.  This is a responsibility that we share.\n\n\n\nCatholic Education election report card on major parties\n\nCatholic Education has released a federal election report card assessing the responses from the major political parties on education priorities. \n\nThe report card assess the Coalition, Labor and Green’s responses to the priorities of:\n\n· Genuine school choice through fair funding and ensuring affordable contributions from families\n\n· Enabling faith-based education through religious protections\n\n· Improving capital funding\n\n· Support for delivering national priorities such as quality teaching, early childhood education, mental health and wellbeing programs and Closing the gap initiatives for Aboriginal and Torres Islander students\n\n\n\nNational Catholic Education executive director Jacinta Collins said the report card shows the Liberal National Coalition and Labor are on par in addressing Catholic education’s priorities, particularly on school choice.\n\n“We are fortunate that both major parties continue to support genuine school choice in Australian education and are committed to families who choose a Catholic education for their children,” Ms Collins said.\n\nResponses sought from key independent candidates are also being evaluated.\n\n\n\nThe full report card and major party responses is available via www.ncec.catholic.edu.au/federal-election-2022\n\n\n\nAuthorised by J Collins, National Catholic Education Commission, Level 3, 156 Gloucester Street, Sydney\n\n\n\nOSHC News\n\nAs many of you will be aware, we have a fantastic before and after school care program (OSHC), run by Laura from OSHClub. There are lots of exciting activities on offer from the “Monday Coding Club” to “Tuesday Busy Bee Crafting Club” and “Thursdays Mini Bake Off”. The children that already attend absolutely love their time there and the feedback from families is always excellent.\n\n\n\nUnfortunately, like many OSHC providers, OSHClub is struggling to break even as enrolment numbers have not fully recovered after COVID. We strongly encourage our families to speak with Laura from OSHClub, if you have been considering this service. This is not just a service for working Mums and Dads, it is an activity based program and a vital service to all those families who rely on before and after care.\n\n\n\nTo all the Mums who are attending the Mothers Day lunch at Elwood Bathers on Saturday.  Have a great time.  I am sure that you will !!!\n\n\n\nFaith in our future\n\n\n\nBrendan","model":"body","embeds":[{"id":"5DkArGM","body":"NvLQqDM","type":"Attachment","model":"embed","props":{},"medias":[{"id":"M1j9GK5","url":"https://media.naavi.com/macaroni/im-7cb7cd01-9c5f-4d29-9daa-9e53c1299ca3.pdf?deg=auto","uuid":"7cb7cd01-9c5f-4d29-9daa-9e53c1299ca3","model":"media","is_photo":false,"extension":"pdf","properties":{"name":"Star of the Sea Canteen Menu.pdf","model":"media_properties","is_stock":false,"unsplash_id":null}}]}],"container_id":"NvLQqDM"},"model":"container","width":"Fixed","heading":{"font":1,"html":"\u003cp>Principal's News \u003c/p>","text":"Principal's News ","model":"heading","position":"Bottom","alignment":"Left","container_id":"NvLQqDM"},"background":{"id":"NvLQqDM","type":"Image","media":{"id":"5BYad7M","url":"https://media.naavi.com/macaroni/im-4b11874b-bea8-4263-b689-cbf90e9fda59.jpg?deg=auto","uuid":"4b11874b-bea8-4263-b689-cbf90e9fda59","model":"media","is_photo":true,"extension":"jpg","properties":{"name":null,"model":"media_properties","is_stock":false,"unsplash_id":null}},"model":"background","style":"None","height":494,"disabled":false,"position":83,"alignment":"Custom","container_id":"NvLQqDM"},"created_by":null,"updated_by":null,"sub_heading":{"font":1,"html":"","text":"","model":"sub_heading","container_id":"NvLQqDM"},"column_count":1},"created_at":"2022-05-16T02:11:56.541Z","created_by":null,"updated_at":"2022-05-16T02:11:56.541Z","updated_by":null},{"id":"NWGlBLN","type":"Cover","issue":null,"model":"page","status":"Active","position":0,"container":{"id":"NWGlBLN","body":null,"model":"container","width":"Fixed","heading":null,"background":{"id":"NWGlBLN","type":"Image","media":{"id":"NvxLxmM","url":"https://media.naavi.com/macaroni/im-720dea16-b81e-4922-a9de-2d13516b06a1.jpg?deg=auto","uuid":"720dea16-b81e-4922-a9de-2d13516b06a1","model":"media","is_photo":true,"extension":"jpg","properties":{"name":null,"model":"media_properties","is_stock":false,"unsplash_id":null}},"model":"background","style":"None","height":792,"disabled":false,"position":0,"alignment":"Custom","container_id":"NWGlBLN"},"created_by":null,"updated_by":null,"sub_heading":{"font":1,"html":"\u003cp>\u003ci>NEWSLETTER\u003c/i>\u003c/p>","text":"NEWSLETTER","model":"sub_heading","container_id":"NWGlBLN"},"column_count":1},"created_at":"2022-05-16T02:11:56.423Z","created_by":null,"updated_at":"2022-05-16T02:11:56.423Z","updated_by":null},{"id":"N3pgZjJ","type":"Content","issue":null,"model":"page","status":"Active","position":4,"container":{"id":"N3pgZjJ","body":{"id":"N3pgZjJ","font":1,"html":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD)\u003c/strong> On School  Students with Disability \u003c/h2>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What is the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Schools must now complete the \u003ci>Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with  Disability (NCCD) \u003c/i>every year. It counts the number of students who receive additional adjustments  or “help” at school because of a disability. The NCCD helps governments plan for the needs of  students with disability.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Who is counted in the data collection? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>To count a student in the NCCD, schools must think through some key questions: \u003c/p>\u003cp>1. Is the student getting help at school so that they can take part in education on the same  basis as other students? \u003c/p>\u003cp>2. Is the help given because of a disability? The word ‘disability’ comes from the \u003ci>\u003cu>Disability \u003c/u> \u003cu>Discrimination Act 1992 \u003c/u>\u003c/i>(DDA) and it can include many students. \u003c/p>\u003cp>3. Has the school talked to you or your child about the help that they provide? 4. Has the school kept records about the help they provide, the student needs and the reasons  that the student needs this help? The school will need to keep copies of tests, student  work, assessments, records of meetings, medical reports or other paperwork and  information about how the student’s learning is moving along over time. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Once the school decides that the student should be counted in the NCCD, they then choose a  disability group and one of four levels of help that has been given to the student. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What does the word ‘disability’ mean in the NCCD? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>In the NCCD the word ‘disability’ comes from the \u003ci>\u003cu>Disability Discrimination Act 1992 \u003c/u>\u003c/i>(DDA). There  are four types of disability that the school can choose from: sensory, cognitive, social-emotional  and physical. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Many students that need help at school can be counted in the NCCD. For example, students with  learning problems, e.g. specific learning disability or reading difficulty (sometimes called dyslexia),  health problems (e.g. epilepsy or diabetes), physical disability (e.g. cerebral palsy), vision/hearing  loss and social-emotional problems (e.g. selective mutism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety). \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Letters from doctors or specialists can be very helpful for schools as they plan how to support  students with their learning. Schools do not need to have these letters before they can count a  student in NCCD. Teachers can use all that they know about the student’s learning and the records  that they have collected over time to decide if a student can be counted in the NCCD. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What sort of help does the school give students? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Students need different types of help at school. Some students need a little help sometimes while  other students need a lot of help nearly all the time. The type of help given depends on the needs  of the student. The help can include changes to the school buildings or grounds (e.g. ramps or  things like special desks or chairs), extra teacher help in classes, special learning programs, changes  to the work they give the student or extra adult help.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How will the NCCD be different this year? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>All schools have been counting students in the NCCD since 2015. The government will use the  NCCD data as part of the funding to schools.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What will the school need to know about my child for the NCCD?  \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Schools work together with families to understand the needs of each child. It is helpful if families give their child’s teacher a copy of any letters or reports they have. The letters or reports will help  the school understand the child and the help that they might need. Letters from doctors,  psychologists, speech pathologists, doctor, and occupational therapists etc. can be very helpful for  schools. These reports along with information that the teacher has (i.e. school based tests, your  child’s work and learning plans) helps the school to understand and meet your child’s needs. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What happens to the NCCD data? Who will have the NCCD information?  \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Each school principal must check the NCCD data in August of each year. The school will give the  information to the Catholic Education Office. The school will work with the Catholic Education  Office to make sure that the NCCD data is OK before they give the data to the government. The  government will not be given the names of any students or any letters or records. Please ask your  school for their privacy policy if you need to know more. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Does the school need me to agree with them about counting my child in the NCCD? \u003c/strong>Amendments were made to the \u003ci>A\u003cu>ustralian Education Act 2013 \u003c/u>\u003c/i>and \u003ci>A\u003cu>ustralian Education Regulation \u003c/u> \u003cu>2013)\u003c/u>\u003c/i>. Schools do not need you to agree to let them count a child in the NCCD. You cannot ask the  school not to count your child. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Where can I find out more? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Please contact your child’s school if you have further questions about the NCCD and/or refer to the  national \u003cu>NCCD Portal\u003c/u>.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Emma Herbert\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>RE Leader / STEM & Sustainability / Learning Diversity Leader\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>eherbert@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\u003c/p>","text":"Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) On School  Students with Disability \n\n\n\nWhat is the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data? \n\nSchools must now complete the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with  Disability (NCCD) every year. It counts the number of students who receive additional adjustments  or “help” at school because of a disability. The NCCD helps governments plan for the needs of  students with disability.  \n\n\n\nWho is counted in the data collection? \n\nTo count a student in the NCCD, schools must think through some key questions: \n\n1. Is the student getting help at school so that they can take part in education on the same  basis as other students? \n\n2. Is the help given because of a disability? The word ‘disability’ comes from the Disability  Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) and it can include many students. \n\n3. Has the school talked to you or your child about the help that they provide? 4. Has the school kept records about the help they provide, the student needs and the reasons  that the student needs this help? The school will need to keep copies of tests, student  work, assessments, records of meetings, medical reports or other paperwork and  information about how the student’s learning is moving along over time. \n\n\n\nOnce the school decides that the student should be counted in the NCCD, they then choose a  disability group and one of four levels of help that has been given to the student. \n\n\n\nWhat does the word ‘disability’ mean in the NCCD? \n\nIn the NCCD the word ‘disability’ comes from the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA). There  are four types of disability that the school can choose from: sensory, cognitive, social-emotional  and physical. \n\n\n\nMany students that need help at school can be counted in the NCCD. For example, students with  learning problems, e.g. specific learning disability or reading difficulty (sometimes called dyslexia),  health problems (e.g. epilepsy or diabetes), physical disability (e.g. cerebral palsy), vision/hearing  loss and social-emotional problems (e.g. selective mutism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety). \n\n\n\nLetters from doctors or specialists can be very helpful for schools as they plan how to support  students with their learning. Schools do not need to have these letters before they can count a  student in NCCD. Teachers can use all that they know about the student’s learning and the records  that they have collected over time to decide if a student can be counted in the NCCD. \n\n\n\nWhat sort of help does the school give students? \n\nStudents need different types of help at school. Some students need a little help sometimes while  other students need a lot of help nearly all the time. The type of help given depends on the needs  of the student. The help can include changes to the school buildings or grounds (e.g. ramps or  things like special desks or chairs), extra teacher help in classes, special learning programs, changes  to the work they give the student or extra adult help.  \n\n\n\nHow will the NCCD be different this year? \n\nAll schools have been counting students in the NCCD since 2015. The government will use the  NCCD data as part of the funding to schools.  \n\n\n\nWhat will the school need to know about my child for the NCCD?  \n\nSchools work together with families to understand the needs of each child. It is helpful if families give their child’s teacher a copy of any letters or reports they have. The letters or reports will help  the school understand the child and the help that they might need. Letters from doctors,  psychologists, speech pathologists, doctor, and occupational therapists etc. can be very helpful for  schools. These reports along with information that the teacher has (i.e. school based tests, your  child’s work and learning plans) helps the school to understand and meet your child’s needs. \n\n\n\nWhat happens to the NCCD data? Who will have the NCCD information?  \n\nEach school principal must check the NCCD data in August of each year. The school will give the  information to the Catholic Education Office. The school will work with the Catholic Education  Office to make sure that the NCCD data is OK before they give the data to the government. The  government will not be given the names of any students or any letters or records. Please ask your  school for their privacy policy if you need to know more. \n\n\n\nDoes the school need me to agree with them about counting my child in the NCCD? Amendments were made to the Australian Education Act 2013 and Australian Education Regulation  2013). Schools do not need you to agree to let them count a child in the NCCD. 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The school completes a comprehensive self-evaluation against the MACS SIF (School Improvement Framework).  An independent analysis is also completed by an external reviewer on the school’s performance against the goals and targets listed in our SIP (School Improvement Plan). The review evaluates the school's strengths, areas for improvement and the impact of its improvement efforts. At the end of the review, a new four-year school SIP (School Improvement Plan) will be written.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Our School Review is fast approaching with our Compliance Day -  VRQA (Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority) occurring on Tuesday 7th June.  The School Review process continues on Thursday 9th June and Tuesday 14th June with various focus groups to take place.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>The purpose of the School Review is to celebrate our strengths and explore opportunities for improvement.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Policies and Forms\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>With the School Review upon us and VRQA, a timely reminder that there are a number of policies and protocols which we are reviewing and ask you to be familiar with,\u003c/p>\u003cp>they include:\u003c/p>\u003cul>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cugf5Qxapudd8rikn-FhuaOKCu_RSxsr/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS Parent Code of Conduct \u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>(Which all parents are asked to accept and sign via Operoo, this agreement outlines acceptable and unacceptable behaviors)\u003c/li>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H5mYXrjbWF3jlKYLrAa5tTX8g4FOaNQj/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS School Enrolment Agreement\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Kqhx1qnOA-4XlpemoF4dlUwUZrHgsUjm/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS Child Safety Policy\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\u003c/ul>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Please note: as part of the School Review / VRQA Compliance, we are currently reviewing and updating the policies and forms available on the school website.\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>ICT\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>At St James we aim to provide a contemporary learning environment which engages all students to become successful learners, preparing them for life in a technological world. We are a registered GSuite for Education school, who believe in the power of learning through collaboration using online spaces. We understand the importance of explicitly teaching students about safe and responsible online behaviours, and feel it is best taught in partnership with parents/guardians. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>From time to time, students may be prompted by their peers to access inappropriate sites.  This is a timely reminder to all families to review the \u003cstrong>ICT and Digital Technology Acceptable Use Policy\u003c/strong>, which all families signed at the beginning of the School year via Operoo.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please find attached a copy of the \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BIlzRtgbsR_CkdyiDUzerWoAIvqHT4TP/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>2022 ICT and Digital Technology AUP\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Additional Parent Resources:\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Please find attached a link to the ‘Big issues’ (published by the sSafetyCommissioner), which may arise when students are on their devices at home.  \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MLk61yJ\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Another resource to assist you with talking to your children about being staying safe online is the following:\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Think U Know\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"M7eBOnN\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>NAPLAN 2022\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Well done to all the students in years 3 and 5 who participated in this year's NAPLAN.\u003c/p>\u003cp>This was the 1st year that the school completed NAPLAN online.  Whilst the year 3 students completed the writing on paper (mandated), all other tests were online. We can report that our school’s technological infrastructure did not let us down and all tests were successfully completed.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Happy Mother’s Day - Tantissimi Auguri per la Festa della Mamma\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>We hope that all the Mums and Caregivers in our community had lovely Mothers Day.  The festivities continue this Saturday 21st May with the St James Mothers Day lunch.  Thank you to the organising committee, we look forward to seeing some photos of the luncheon. \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"Mne698J\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>nForma Reports - Semester 1 Reports\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Classroom and Specialist teachers are currently in the middle of assessing student knowledge and understanding in preparation for report writing.   Student reports will be shared digitally before the end of term and prior to the Parent Teacher meetings via the nForma Parent portal.  Further information will be sent out closer to the date on how to access your child’s academic report for Semester 1.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>In preparing the nForma Parent Portal, it is imperative that we have up to date parent email addresses.  If you have recently changed your email address, please inform administration before Friday 27th May.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Chess Club - Now taking Enrolments - UPDATE\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"5ZbVop5\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Students in Year 1 are also invited to enrol in Chess Club.  Please see the attached flyer for contact details.\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Students in years 1-6 who are interested in learning how to play Chess, are invited to join.  Chess Club will be held every Wednesday during Term 2.  The sessions are held during lunch times on a Wednesday in the School Hall.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>For further information on how to enrol, please see the attached \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ChF9GMhdSXKFkU5XEu1UJpYgiqDydT6Z/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cu>flyer\u003c/u>\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>School Closure Days for 2022\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MxpnQbM\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>FOUNDATION 2023 - ENROL NOW\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Dear St James families,\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>A friendly reminder that if you would like to enrol your child into Foundation 2023 please let the school know and we will then send you an enrolment form.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school directly on ph 03 9596-4766 or via email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\">\u003cu>info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Thanks in advance!\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>COVID-19 Safety at School (Updated protocols)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>RAT Screening update:  From Monday 23 May 2022, MACS does not \u003c/p>\u003cp>recommend that non-symptomatic students or staff conduct RATs twice a week in mainstream schools. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>At St James we have put a number of strategies in place to reduce the risk of transmission.  No one strategy is 100% effective.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Here are just some of the ways we are doing to keep our Students, School community and Staff safe and well. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>In light of current restrictions and inline with our School Covid Safety we ask that you respect and follow the following guidelines.\u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"JbyPopN\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Reporting a Student Positive RAT / PCR Result\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>We have devised a Parent Step by Step guide to assist you in the event that you need to report a positive result to the school!\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i0d4-Mtb3DbHyywtEWDewOUBG4H6_1qH/view?usp=sharing\">\u003ci>\u003cstrong>\u003cu>Access the Step by Step PDF here\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>St James Catholic Primary School (School Portal) \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please click here to access the School Portal\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\">\u003cu>https://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"M1QGV7M\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003cu>Social Media\u003c/u> - \u003c/strong>Please follow, like and share our school Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Feeds. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MPk7ByJ\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>               School Website: \u003c/strong>\u003cu> \u003c/u>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http://www.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\">\u003cu>ww.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Twitter:\u003c/strong>  \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://twitter.com/StJamesBrighton\">\u003cu>St James Catholic Primary School, 3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Instagram:\u003c/strong>  \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://instagram.com/stjamesbrighton3186?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=1a1hfyyiguk3y\">\u003cu>stjamesbrighton3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Facebook: \u003c/strong>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/stjamesbrighton3186/?view_public_for=578408502674499\">\u003cu>@stjamesbrighton3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please stay safe and healthy.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Carmelina Corio\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Deputy Principal\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>","text":"Dear Parents and Carers,\n\n\n\nWe are quickly reaching the midway point for this term.  This is a busy time in the life of the school with NAPLAN, school Review on our doorstep, assessment and reporting, sporting events to name but a few.  \n\n\n\nPlease find attached a few reminders for this term\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Birthday to Brendan\n\nfor this coming Saturday\n\n\n\n\n\nSchool Review - Policies and Forms\n\n\n\nYou may be wondering, what is a school review? \n\nAs part of the improvement cycle, each Victorian Catholic, Government and Independent school undertakes a review every four years. The school completes a comprehensive self-evaluation against the MACS SIF (School Improvement Framework).  An independent analysis is also completed by an external reviewer on the school’s performance against the goals and targets listed in our SIP (School Improvement Plan). The review evaluates the school's strengths, areas for improvement and the impact of its improvement efforts. At the end of the review, a new four-year school SIP (School Improvement Plan) will be written.\n\n\n\nOur School Review is fast approaching with our Compliance Day -  VRQA (Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority) occurring on Tuesday 7th June.  The School Review process continues on Thursday 9th June and Tuesday 14th June with various focus groups to take place.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of the School Review is to celebrate our strengths and explore opportunities for improvement.\n\n\n\nPolicies and Forms\n\nWith the School Review upon us and VRQA, a timely reminder that there are a number of policies and protocols which we are reviewing and ask you to be familiar with,\n\nthey include:\n\nSt James / MACS Parent Code of Conduct (Which all parents are asked to accept and sign via Operoo, this agreement outlines acceptable and unacceptable behaviors)\nSt James / MACS School Enrolment Agreement\nSt James / MACS Child Safety Policy\n\nPlease note: as part of the School Review / VRQA Compliance, we are currently reviewing and updating the policies and forms available on the school website.\n\n\n\nICT\n\nAt St James we aim to provide a contemporary learning environment which engages all students to become successful learners, preparing them for life in a technological world. We are a registered GSuite for Education school, who believe in the power of learning through collaboration using online spaces. We understand the importance of explicitly teaching students about safe and responsible online behaviours, and feel it is best taught in partnership with parents/guardians. \n\n\n\nFrom time to time, students may be prompted by their peers to access inappropriate sites.  This is a timely reminder to all families to review the ICT and Digital Technology Acceptable Use Policy, which all families signed at the beginning of the School year via Operoo.\n\n\n\nPlease find attached a copy of the 2022 ICT and Digital Technology AUP\n\n\n\nAdditional Parent Resources:\n\nPlease find attached a link to the ‘Big issues’ (published by the sSafetyCommissioner), which may arise when students are on their devices at home.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\n\nAnother resource to assist you with talking to your children about being staying safe online is the following:\n\n\n\nThink U Know\n\nhttps://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNAPLAN 2022\n\nWell done to all the students in years 3 and 5 who participated in this year's NAPLAN.\n\nThis was the 1st year that the school completed NAPLAN online.  Whilst the year 3 students completed the writing on paper (mandated), all other tests were online. We can report that our school’s technological infrastructure did not let us down and all tests were successfully completed.\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Mother’s Day - Tantissimi Auguri per la Festa della Mamma\n\nWe hope that all the Mums and Caregivers in our community had lovely Mothers Day.  The festivities continue this Saturday 21st May with the St James Mothers Day lunch.  Thank you to the organising committee, we look forward to seeing some photos of the luncheon. \n\n\n\n\n\nnForma Reports - Semester 1 Reports\n\n\n\nClassroom and Specialist teachers are currently in the middle of assessing student knowledge and understanding in preparation for report writing. Student reports will be shared digitally before the end of term and prior to the Parent Teacher meetings via the nForma Parent portal.  Further information will be sent out closer to the date on how to access your child’s academic report for Semester 1.\n\n\n\nIn preparing the nForma Parent Portal, it is imperative that we have up to date parent email addresses.  If you have recently changed your email address, please inform administration before Friday 27th May.\n\n\n\nChess Club - Now taking Enrolments - UPDATE\n\n\n\n\n\nStudents in Year 1 are also invited to enrol in Chess Club.  Please see the attached flyer for contact details.\n\nStudents in years 1-6 who are interested in learning how to play Chess, are invited to join.  Chess Club will be held every Wednesday during Term 2.  The sessions are held during lunch times on a Wednesday in the School Hall.\n\n\n\nFor further information on how to enrol, please see the attached flyer.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchool Closure Days for 2022\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFOUNDATION 2023 - ENROL NOW\n\n\n\nDear St James families,\n\n\n\nA friendly reminder that if you would like to enrol your child into Foundation 2023 please let the school know and we will then send you an enrolment form.  \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school directly on ph 03 9596-4766 or via email: info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\n\n\n\nThanks in advance!\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Safety at School (Updated protocols)\n\n\n\nRAT Screening update:  From Monday 23 May 2022, MACS does not \n\nrecommend that non-symptomatic students or staff conduct RATs twice a week in mainstream schools. \n\n\n\nAt St James we have put a number of strategies in place to reduce the risk of transmission.  No one strategy is 100% effective.  \n\n\n\nHere are just some of the ways we are doing to keep our Students, School community and Staff safe and well. \n\n\n\nIn light of current restrictions and inline with our School Covid Safety we ask that you respect and follow the following guidelines.\n\n\n\nReporting a Student Positive RAT / PCR Result\n\nWe have devised a Parent Step by Step guide to assist you in the event that you need to report a positive result to the school!\n\nAccess the Step by Step PDF here\n\n\n\nSt James Catholic Primary School (School Portal) \n\n\n\nPlease click here to access the School Portal\n\nhttps://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSocial Media - Please follow, like and share our school Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Feeds. \n\n\n\n\n\n               School Website: ww.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\n\nTwitter:  St James Catholic Primary School, 3186\n\nInstagram:  stjamesbrighton3186\n\nFacebook: @stjamesbrighton3186\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease stay safe and healthy.\n\n\n\nCarmelina Corio\n\nDeputy 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Parents and Carers,\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>We are quickly reaching the midway point for this term.  This is a busy time in the life of the school with NAPLAN, school Review on our doorstep, assessment and reporting, sporting events to name but a few.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please find attached a few reminders for this term\u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"5oQ6lrJ\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:right;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Happy Birthday to Brendan\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003ci>\u003cstrong>for this coming Saturday\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>School Review - Policies and Forms\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>You may be wondering, what is a school review? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>As part of the improvement cycle, each Victorian Catholic, Government and Independent school undertakes a review every four years. The school completes a comprehensive self-evaluation against the MACS SIF (School Improvement Framework).  An independent analysis is also completed by an external reviewer on the school’s performance against the goals and targets listed in our SIP (School Improvement Plan). The review evaluates the school's strengths, areas for improvement and the impact of its improvement efforts. At the end of the review, a new four-year school SIP (School Improvement Plan) will be written.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Our School Review is fast approaching with our Compliance Day -  VRQA (Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority) occurring on Tuesday 7th June.  The School Review process continues on Thursday 9th June and Tuesday 14th June with various focus groups to take place.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>The purpose of the School Review is to celebrate our strengths and explore opportunities for improvement.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Policies and Forms\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>With the School Review upon us and VRQA, a timely reminder that there are a number of policies and protocols which we are reviewing and ask you to be familiar with,\u003c/p>\u003cp>they include:\u003c/p>\u003cul>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cugf5Qxapudd8rikn-FhuaOKCu_RSxsr/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS Parent Code of Conduct \u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>(Which all parents are asked to accept and sign via Operoo, this agreement outlines acceptable and unacceptable behaviors)\u003c/li>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H5mYXrjbWF3jlKYLrAa5tTX8g4FOaNQj/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS School Enrolment Agreement\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Kqhx1qnOA-4XlpemoF4dlUwUZrHgsUjm/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS Child Safety Policy\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\u003c/ul>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Please note: as part of the School Review / VRQA Compliance, we are currently reviewing and updating the policies and forms available on the school website.\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>ICT\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>At St James we aim to provide a contemporary learning environment which engages all students to become successful learners, preparing them for life in a technological world. We are a registered GSuite for Education school, who believe in the power of learning through collaboration using online spaces. We understand the importance of explicitly teaching students about safe and responsible online behaviours, and feel it is best taught in partnership with parents/guardians. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>From time to time, students may be prompted by their peers to access inappropriate sites.  This is a timely reminder to all families to review the \u003cstrong>ICT and Digital Technology Acceptable Use Policy\u003c/strong>, which all families signed at the beginning of the School year via Operoo.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please find attached a copy of the \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BIlzRtgbsR_CkdyiDUzerWoAIvqHT4TP/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>2022 ICT and Digital Technology AUP\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Additional Parent Resources:\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Please find attached a link to the ‘Big issues’ (published by the sSafetyCommissioner), which may arise when students are on their devices at home.  \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MLk61yJ\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Another resource to assist you with talking to your children about being staying safe online is the following:\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Think U Know\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"M7eBOnN\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>NAPLAN 2022\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Well done to all the students in years 3 and 5 who participated in this year's NAPLAN.\u003c/p>\u003cp>This was the 1st year that the school completed NAPLAN online.  Whilst the year 3 students completed the writing on paper (mandated), all other tests were online. We can report that our school’s technological infrastructure did not let us down and all tests were successfully completed.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Happy Mother’s Day - Tantissimi Auguri per la Festa della Mamma\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>We hope that all the Mums and Caregivers in our community had lovely Mothers Day.  The festivities continue this Saturday 21st May with the St James Mothers Day lunch.  Thank you to the organising committee, we look forward to seeing some photos of the luncheon. \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"Mne698J\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>nForma Reports - Semester 1 Reports\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Classroom and Specialist teachers are currently in the middle of assessing student knowledge and understanding in preparation for report writing.   Student reports will be shared digitally before the end of term and prior to the Parent Teacher meetings via the nForma Parent portal.  Further information will be sent out closer to the date on how to access your child’s academic report for Semester 1.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>In preparing the nForma Parent Portal, it is imperative that we have up to date parent email addresses.  If you have recently changed your email address, please inform administration before Friday 27th May.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Chess Club - Now taking Enrolments - UPDATE\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"5ZbVop5\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Students in Year 1 are also invited to enrol in Chess Club.  Please see the attached flyer for contact details.\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Students in years 1-6 who are interested in learning how to play Chess, are invited to join.  Chess Club will be held every Wednesday during Term 2.  The sessions are held during lunch times on a Wednesday in the School Hall.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>For further information on how to enrol, please see the attached \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ChF9GMhdSXKFkU5XEu1UJpYgiqDydT6Z/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cu>flyer\u003c/u>\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>School Closure Days for 2022\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MxpnQbM\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>FOUNDATION 2023 - ENROL NOW\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Dear St James families,\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>A friendly reminder that if you would like to enrol your child into Foundation 2023 please let the school know and we will then send you an enrolment form.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school directly on ph 03 9596-4766 or via email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\">\u003cu>info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Thanks in advance!\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>COVID-19 Safety at School (Updated protocols)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>RAT Screening update:  From Monday 23 May 2022, MACS does not \u003c/p>\u003cp>recommend that non-symptomatic students or staff conduct RATs twice a week in mainstream schools. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>At St James we have put a number of strategies in place to reduce the risk of transmission.  No one strategy is 100% effective.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Here are just some of the ways we are doing to keep our Students, School community and Staff safe and well. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>In light of current restrictions and inline with our School Covid Safety we ask that you respect and follow the following guidelines.\u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"JbyPopN\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Reporting a Student Positive RAT / PCR Result\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>We have devised a Parent Step by Step guide to assist you in the event that you need to report a positive result to the school!\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i0d4-Mtb3DbHyywtEWDewOUBG4H6_1qH/view?usp=sharing\">\u003ci>\u003cstrong>\u003cu>Access the Step by Step PDF here\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>St James Catholic Primary School (School Portal) \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please click here to access the School Portal\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\">\u003cu>https://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"M1QGV7M\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003cu>Social Media\u003c/u> - \u003c/strong>Please follow, like and share our school Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Feeds. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MPk7ByJ\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>               School Website: \u003c/strong>\u003cu> \u003c/u>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http://www.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\">\u003cu>ww.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Twitter:\u003c/strong>  \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://twitter.com/StJamesBrighton\">\u003cu>St James Catholic Primary School, 3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Instagram:\u003c/strong>  \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://instagram.com/stjamesbrighton3186?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=1a1hfyyiguk3y\">\u003cu>stjamesbrighton3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Facebook: \u003c/strong>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/stjamesbrighton3186/?view_public_for=578408502674499\">\u003cu>@stjamesbrighton3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please stay safe and healthy.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Carmelina Corio\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Deputy Principal\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>","text":"Dear Parents and Carers,\n\n\n\nWe are quickly reaching the midway point for this term.  This is a busy time in the life of the school with NAPLAN, school Review on our doorstep, assessment and reporting, sporting events to name but a few.  \n\n\n\nPlease find attached a few reminders for this term\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Birthday to Brendan\n\nfor this coming Saturday\n\n\n\n\n\nSchool Review - Policies and Forms\n\n\n\nYou may be wondering, what is a school review? \n\nAs part of the improvement cycle, each Victorian Catholic, Government and Independent school undertakes a review every four years. The school completes a comprehensive self-evaluation against the MACS SIF (School Improvement Framework).  An independent analysis is also completed by an external reviewer on the school’s performance against the goals and targets listed in our SIP (School Improvement Plan). The review evaluates the school's strengths, areas for improvement and the impact of its improvement efforts. At the end of the review, a new four-year school SIP (School Improvement Plan) will be written.\n\n\n\nOur School Review is fast approaching with our Compliance Day -  VRQA (Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority) occurring on Tuesday 7th June.  The School Review process continues on Thursday 9th June and Tuesday 14th June with various focus groups to take place.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of the School Review is to celebrate our strengths and explore opportunities for improvement.\n\n\n\nPolicies and Forms\n\nWith the School Review upon us and VRQA, a timely reminder that there are a number of policies and protocols which we are reviewing and ask you to be familiar with,\n\nthey include:\n\nSt James / MACS Parent Code of Conduct (Which all parents are asked to accept and sign via Operoo, this agreement outlines acceptable and unacceptable behaviors)\nSt James / MACS School Enrolment Agreement\nSt James / MACS Child Safety Policy\n\nPlease note: as part of the School Review / VRQA Compliance, we are currently reviewing and updating the policies and forms available on the school website.\n\n\n\nICT\n\nAt St James we aim to provide a contemporary learning environment which engages all students to become successful learners, preparing them for life in a technological world. We are a registered GSuite for Education school, who believe in the power of learning through collaboration using online spaces. We understand the importance of explicitly teaching students about safe and responsible online behaviours, and feel it is best taught in partnership with parents/guardians. \n\n\n\nFrom time to time, students may be prompted by their peers to access inappropriate sites.  This is a timely reminder to all families to review the ICT and Digital Technology Acceptable Use Policy, which all families signed at the beginning of the School year via Operoo.\n\n\n\nPlease find attached a copy of the 2022 ICT and Digital Technology AUP\n\n\n\nAdditional Parent Resources:\n\nPlease find attached a link to the ‘Big issues’ (published by the sSafetyCommissioner), which may arise when students are on their devices at home.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\n\nAnother resource to assist you with talking to your children about being staying safe online is the following:\n\n\n\nThink U Know\n\nhttps://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNAPLAN 2022\n\nWell done to all the students in years 3 and 5 who participated in this year's NAPLAN.\n\nThis was the 1st year that the school completed NAPLAN online.  Whilst the year 3 students completed the writing on paper (mandated), all other tests were online. We can report that our school’s technological infrastructure did not let us down and all tests were successfully completed.\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Mother’s Day - Tantissimi Auguri per la Festa della Mamma\n\nWe hope that all the Mums and Caregivers in our community had lovely Mothers Day.  The festivities continue this Saturday 21st May with the St James Mothers Day lunch.  Thank you to the organising committee, we look forward to seeing some photos of the luncheon. \n\n\n\n\n\nnForma Reports - Semester 1 Reports\n\n\n\nClassroom and Specialist teachers are currently in the middle of assessing student knowledge and understanding in preparation for report writing. Student reports will be shared digitally before the end of term and prior to the Parent Teacher meetings via the nForma Parent portal.  Further information will be sent out closer to the date on how to access your child’s academic report for Semester 1.\n\n\n\nIn preparing the nForma Parent Portal, it is imperative that we have up to date parent email addresses.  If you have recently changed your email address, please inform administration before Friday 27th May.\n\n\n\nChess Club - Now taking Enrolments - UPDATE\n\n\n\n\n\nStudents in Year 1 are also invited to enrol in Chess Club.  Please see the attached flyer for contact details.\n\nStudents in years 1-6 who are interested in learning how to play Chess, are invited to join.  Chess Club will be held every Wednesday during Term 2.  The sessions are held during lunch times on a Wednesday in the School Hall.\n\n\n\nFor further information on how to enrol, please see the attached flyer.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchool Closure Days for 2022\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFOUNDATION 2023 - ENROL NOW\n\n\n\nDear St James families,\n\n\n\nA friendly reminder that if you would like to enrol your child into Foundation 2023 please let the school know and we will then send you an enrolment form.  \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school directly on ph 03 9596-4766 or via email: info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\n\n\n\nThanks in advance!\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Safety at School (Updated protocols)\n\n\n\nRAT Screening update:  From Monday 23 May 2022, MACS does not \n\nrecommend that non-symptomatic students or staff conduct RATs twice a week in mainstream schools. \n\n\n\nAt St James we have put a number of strategies in place to reduce the risk of transmission.  No one strategy is 100% effective.  \n\n\n\nHere are just some of the ways we are doing to keep our Students, School community and Staff safe and well. \n\n\n\nIn light of current restrictions and inline with our School Covid Safety we ask that you respect and follow the following guidelines.\n\n\n\nReporting a Student Positive RAT / PCR Result\n\nWe have devised a Parent Step by Step guide to assist you in the event that you need to report a positive result to the school!\n\nAccess the Step by Step PDF here\n\n\n\nSt James Catholic Primary School (School Portal) \n\n\n\nPlease click here to access the School Portal\n\nhttps://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSocial Media - Please follow, like and share our school Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Feeds. \n\n\n\n\n\n               School Website: ww.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\n\nTwitter:  St James Catholic Primary School, 3186\n\nInstagram:  stjamesbrighton3186\n\nFacebook: @stjamesbrighton3186\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease stay safe and healthy.\n\n\n\nCarmelina Corio\n\nDeputy 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News","model":"heading","position":"Bottom","alignment":"Left","container_id":"MOBWa4J"},"background":{"id":"MOBWa4J","type":"Image","media":{"id":"M2oRQD5","url":"https://media.naavi.com/macaroni/im-d675011e-5eb5-47da-b5c7-120508f0e3dd.jpg?deg=auto","uuid":"d675011e-5eb5-47da-b5c7-120508f0e3dd","model":"media","is_photo":true,"extension":"jpg","properties":{"name":null,"model":"media_properties","is_stock":false,"unsplash_id":null}},"model":"background","style":"None","height":403,"disabled":false,"position":50,"alignment":"Custom","container_id":"MOBWa4J"},"created_by":null,"updated_by":null,"sub_heading":{"font":1,"html":"","text":"","model":"sub_heading","container_id":"MOBWa4J"},"column_count":1},"background":{"id":"MOBWa4J","type":"Image","media":{"id":"M2oRQD5","url":"https://media.naavi.com/macaroni/im-d675011e-5eb5-47da-b5c7-120508f0e3dd.jpg?deg=auto","uuid":"d675011e-5eb5-47da-b5c7-120508f0e3dd","model":"media","is_photo":true,"extension":"jpg","properties":{"name":null,"model":"media_properties","is_stock":false,"unsplash_id":null}},"model":"background","style":"None","height":403,"disabled":false,"position":50,"alignment":"Custom","container_id":"MOBWa4J"},"heading":{"font":1,"html":"\u003cp>Deputy Principal's News\u003c/p>","text":"Deputy Principal's News","model":"heading","position":"Bottom","alignment":"Left","container_id":"MOBWa4J"},"subHeading":{"font":1,"html":"","text":"","model":"sub_heading","container_id":"MOBWa4J"},"body":{"id":"MOBWa4J","font":1,"html":"\u003cp>Dear Parents and Carers,\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>We are quickly reaching the midway point for this term.  This is a busy time in the life of the school with NAPLAN, school Review on our doorstep, assessment and reporting, sporting events to name but a few.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please find attached a few reminders for this term\u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"5oQ6lrJ\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:right;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Happy Birthday to Brendan\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003ci>\u003cstrong>for this coming Saturday\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>School Review - Policies and Forms\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>You may be wondering, what is a school review? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>As part of the improvement cycle, each Victorian Catholic, Government and Independent school undertakes a review every four years. The school completes a comprehensive self-evaluation against the MACS SIF (School Improvement Framework).  An independent analysis is also completed by an external reviewer on the school’s performance against the goals and targets listed in our SIP (School Improvement Plan). The review evaluates the school's strengths, areas for improvement and the impact of its improvement efforts. At the end of the review, a new four-year school SIP (School Improvement Plan) will be written.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Our School Review is fast approaching with our Compliance Day -  VRQA (Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority) occurring on Tuesday 7th June.  The School Review process continues on Thursday 9th June and Tuesday 14th June with various focus groups to take place.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>The purpose of the School Review is to celebrate our strengths and explore opportunities for improvement.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Policies and Forms\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>With the School Review upon us and VRQA, a timely reminder that there are a number of policies and protocols which we are reviewing and ask you to be familiar with,\u003c/p>\u003cp>they include:\u003c/p>\u003cul>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cugf5Qxapudd8rikn-FhuaOKCu_RSxsr/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS Parent Code of Conduct \u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>(Which all parents are asked to accept and sign via Operoo, this agreement outlines acceptable and unacceptable behaviors)\u003c/li>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H5mYXrjbWF3jlKYLrAa5tTX8g4FOaNQj/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS School Enrolment Agreement\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\u003cli>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Kqhx1qnOA-4XlpemoF4dlUwUZrHgsUjm/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>St James / MACS Child Safety Policy\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\u003c/ul>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Please note: as part of the School Review / VRQA Compliance, we are currently reviewing and updating the policies and forms available on the school website.\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>ICT\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>At St James we aim to provide a contemporary learning environment which engages all students to become successful learners, preparing them for life in a technological world. We are a registered GSuite for Education school, who believe in the power of learning through collaboration using online spaces. We understand the importance of explicitly teaching students about safe and responsible online behaviours, and feel it is best taught in partnership with parents/guardians. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>From time to time, students may be prompted by their peers to access inappropriate sites.  This is a timely reminder to all families to review the \u003cstrong>ICT and Digital Technology Acceptable Use Policy\u003c/strong>, which all families signed at the beginning of the School year via Operoo.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please find attached a copy of the \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BIlzRtgbsR_CkdyiDUzerWoAIvqHT4TP/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>2022 ICT and Digital Technology AUP\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Additional Parent Resources:\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Please find attached a link to the ‘Big issues’ (published by the sSafetyCommissioner), which may arise when students are on their devices at home.  \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MLk61yJ\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Another resource to assist you with talking to your children about being staying safe online is the following:\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Think U Know\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\">\u003cstrong>\u003cu>https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"M7eBOnN\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>NAPLAN 2022\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Well done to all the students in years 3 and 5 who participated in this year's NAPLAN.\u003c/p>\u003cp>This was the 1st year that the school completed NAPLAN online.  Whilst the year 3 students completed the writing on paper (mandated), all other tests were online. We can report that our school’s technological infrastructure did not let us down and all tests were successfully completed.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Happy Mother’s Day - Tantissimi Auguri per la Festa della Mamma\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>We hope that all the Mums and Caregivers in our community had lovely Mothers Day.  The festivities continue this Saturday 21st May with the St James Mothers Day lunch.  Thank you to the organising committee, we look forward to seeing some photos of the luncheon. \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"Mne698J\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>nForma Reports - Semester 1 Reports\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Classroom and Specialist teachers are currently in the middle of assessing student knowledge and understanding in preparation for report writing.   Student reports will be shared digitally before the end of term and prior to the Parent Teacher meetings via the nForma Parent portal.  Further information will be sent out closer to the date on how to access your child’s academic report for Semester 1.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>In preparing the nForma Parent Portal, it is imperative that we have up to date parent email addresses.  If you have recently changed your email address, please inform administration before Friday 27th May.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Chess Club - Now taking Enrolments - UPDATE\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"5ZbVop5\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Students in Year 1 are also invited to enrol in Chess Club.  Please see the attached flyer for contact details.\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>Students in years 1-6 who are interested in learning how to play Chess, are invited to join.  Chess Club will be held every Wednesday during Term 2.  The sessions are held during lunch times on a Wednesday in the School Hall.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>For further information on how to enrol, please see the attached \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ChF9GMhdSXKFkU5XEu1UJpYgiqDydT6Z/view?usp=sharing\">\u003cu>flyer\u003c/u>\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>School Closure Days for 2022\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MxpnQbM\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>FOUNDATION 2023 - ENROL NOW\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Dear St James families,\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>A friendly reminder that if you would like to enrol your child into Foundation 2023 please let the school know and we will then send you an enrolment form.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school directly on ph 03 9596-4766 or via email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\">\u003cu>info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Thanks in advance!\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>COVID-19 Safety at School (Updated protocols)\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>RAT Screening update:  From Monday 23 May 2022, MACS does not \u003c/p>\u003cp>recommend that non-symptomatic students or staff conduct RATs twice a week in mainstream schools. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>At St James we have put a number of strategies in place to reduce the risk of transmission.  No one strategy is 100% effective.  \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Here are just some of the ways we are doing to keep our Students, School community and Staff safe and well. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>In light of current restrictions and inline with our School Covid Safety we ask that you respect and follow the following guidelines.\u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"JbyPopN\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Reporting a Student Positive RAT / PCR Result\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp>We have devised a Parent Step by Step guide to assist you in the event that you need to report a positive result to the school!\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i0d4-Mtb3DbHyywtEWDewOUBG4H6_1qH/view?usp=sharing\">\u003ci>\u003cstrong>\u003cu>Access the Step by Step PDF here\u003c/u>\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>St James Catholic Primary School (School Portal) \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please click here to access the School Portal\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\">\u003cu>https://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"M1QGV7M\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003cu>Social Media\u003c/u> - \u003c/strong>Please follow, like and share our school Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Feeds. \u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cdiv class=\"embed\" data-id=\"MPk7ByJ\"> \u003c/div>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>               School Website: \u003c/strong>\u003cu> \u003c/u>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"http://www.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\">\u003cu>ww.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Twitter:\u003c/strong>  \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://twitter.com/StJamesBrighton\">\u003cu>St James Catholic Primary School, 3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Instagram:\u003c/strong>  \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://instagram.com/stjamesbrighton3186?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=1a1hfyyiguk3y\">\u003cu>stjamesbrighton3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\">\u003cstrong>Facebook: \u003c/strong>\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/stjamesbrighton3186/?view_public_for=578408502674499\">\u003cu>@stjamesbrighton3186\u003c/u>\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"> \u003c/p>\u003cp>Please stay safe and healthy.\u003c/p>\u003cp> \u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Carmelina Corio\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>\u003cp>\u003ci>\u003cstrong>Deputy Principal\u003c/strong>\u003c/i>\u003c/p>","text":"Dear Parents and Carers,\n\n\n\nWe are quickly reaching the midway point for this term.  This is a busy time in the life of the school with NAPLAN, school Review on our doorstep, assessment and reporting, sporting events to name but a few.  \n\n\n\nPlease find attached a few reminders for this term\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Birthday to Brendan\n\nfor this coming Saturday\n\n\n\n\n\nSchool Review - Policies and Forms\n\n\n\nYou may be wondering, what is a school review? \n\nAs part of the improvement cycle, each Victorian Catholic, Government and Independent school undertakes a review every four years. The school completes a comprehensive self-evaluation against the MACS SIF (School Improvement Framework).  An independent analysis is also completed by an external reviewer on the school’s performance against the goals and targets listed in our SIP (School Improvement Plan). The review evaluates the school's strengths, areas for improvement and the impact of its improvement efforts. At the end of the review, a new four-year school SIP (School Improvement Plan) will be written.\n\n\n\nOur School Review is fast approaching with our Compliance Day -  VRQA (Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority) occurring on Tuesday 7th June.  The School Review process continues on Thursday 9th June and Tuesday 14th June with various focus groups to take place.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of the School Review is to celebrate our strengths and explore opportunities for improvement.\n\n\n\nPolicies and Forms\n\nWith the School Review upon us and VRQA, a timely reminder that there are a number of policies and protocols which we are reviewing and ask you to be familiar with,\n\nthey include:\n\nSt James / MACS Parent Code of Conduct (Which all parents are asked to accept and sign via Operoo, this agreement outlines acceptable and unacceptable behaviors)\nSt James / MACS School Enrolment Agreement\nSt James / MACS Child Safety Policy\n\nPlease note: as part of the School Review / VRQA Compliance, we are currently reviewing and updating the policies and forms available on the school website.\n\n\n\nICT\n\nAt St James we aim to provide a contemporary learning environment which engages all students to become successful learners, preparing them for life in a technological world. We are a registered GSuite for Education school, who believe in the power of learning through collaboration using online spaces. We understand the importance of explicitly teaching students about safe and responsible online behaviours, and feel it is best taught in partnership with parents/guardians. \n\n\n\nFrom time to time, students may be prompted by their peers to access inappropriate sites.  This is a timely reminder to all families to review the ICT and Digital Technology Acceptable Use Policy, which all families signed at the beginning of the School year via Operoo.\n\n\n\nPlease find attached a copy of the 2022 ICT and Digital Technology AUP\n\n\n\nAdditional Parent Resources:\n\nPlease find attached a link to the ‘Big issues’ (published by the sSafetyCommissioner), which may arise when students are on their devices at home.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/big-issues\n\nAnother resource to assist you with talking to your children about being staying safe online is the following:\n\n\n\nThink U Know\n\nhttps://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/supervising-your-child-online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNAPLAN 2022\n\nWell done to all the students in years 3 and 5 who participated in this year's NAPLAN.\n\nThis was the 1st year that the school completed NAPLAN online.  Whilst the year 3 students completed the writing on paper (mandated), all other tests were online. We can report that our school’s technological infrastructure did not let us down and all tests were successfully completed.\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy Mother’s Day - Tantissimi Auguri per la Festa della Mamma\n\nWe hope that all the Mums and Caregivers in our community had lovely Mothers Day.  The festivities continue this Saturday 21st May with the St James Mothers Day lunch.  Thank you to the organising committee, we look forward to seeing some photos of the luncheon. \n\n\n\n\n\nnForma Reports - Semester 1 Reports\n\n\n\nClassroom and Specialist teachers are currently in the middle of assessing student knowledge and understanding in preparation for report writing. Student reports will be shared digitally before the end of term and prior to the Parent Teacher meetings via the nForma Parent portal.  Further information will be sent out closer to the date on how to access your child’s academic report for Semester 1.\n\n\n\nIn preparing the nForma Parent Portal, it is imperative that we have up to date parent email addresses.  If you have recently changed your email address, please inform administration before Friday 27th May.\n\n\n\nChess Club - Now taking Enrolments - UPDATE\n\n\n\n\n\nStudents in Year 1 are also invited to enrol in Chess Club.  Please see the attached flyer for contact details.\n\nStudents in years 1-6 who are interested in learning how to play Chess, are invited to join.  Chess Club will be held every Wednesday during Term 2.  The sessions are held during lunch times on a Wednesday in the School Hall.\n\n\n\nFor further information on how to enrol, please see the attached flyer.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchool Closure Days for 2022\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFOUNDATION 2023 - ENROL NOW\n\n\n\nDear St James families,\n\n\n\nA friendly reminder that if you would like to enrol your child into Foundation 2023 please let the school know and we will then send you an enrolment form.  \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school directly on ph 03 9596-4766 or via email: info@stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\n\n\n\nThanks in advance!\n\n\n\nCOVID-19 Safety at School (Updated protocols)\n\n\n\nRAT Screening update:  From Monday 23 May 2022, MACS does not \n\nrecommend that non-symptomatic students or staff conduct RATs twice a week in mainstream schools. \n\n\n\nAt St James we have put a number of strategies in place to reduce the risk of transmission.  No one strategy is 100% effective.  \n\n\n\nHere are just some of the ways we are doing to keep our Students, School community and Staff safe and well. \n\n\n\nIn light of current restrictions and inline with our School Covid Safety we ask that you respect and follow the following guidelines.\n\n\n\nReporting a Student Positive RAT / PCR Result\n\nWe have devised a Parent Step by Step guide to assist you in the event that you need to report a positive result to the school!\n\nAccess the Step by Step PDF here\n\n\n\nSt James Catholic Primary School (School Portal) \n\n\n\nPlease click here to access the School Portal\n\nhttps://sites.google.com/stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au/stjamescatholicprimaryschool-r/school-portal-home-page\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSocial Media - Please follow, like and share our school Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Feeds. \n\n\n\n\n\n               School Website: ww.stjamesbrighton.catholic.edu.au\n\nTwitter:  St James Catholic Primary School, 3186\n\nInstagram:  stjamesbrighton3186\n\nFacebook: @stjamesbrighton3186\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease stay safe and healthy.\n\n\n\nCarmelina Corio\n\nDeputy 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