As you would be aware, the College is hosting its Open Night for prospective Year 7 students in 2022. In line with NSW Health and CEDoW processes, a detailed COVID-19 safety plan has been developed which is designed to ensure that the event takes place in a safe environment. Measures include a limit on the number of people permitted into the Champagnat Centre at any given time throughout the night and a mandatory QR code sign in process upon arrival. Your support in meeting these requirements is appreciated and contributes towards a safe and successful event.

 I thank the many families and friends of the College who were required to make alternative supervision arrangements today so that the Term 1 Staff Development Day could take place. The focus of today’s program was on supporting the Pastoral Care and Wellbeing of all students at Mount Carmel. These days are invaluable opportunities for all staff to focus on a range of areas that have a direct impact on our ability to further serve and support our students.

Once again, this week, I remind all parents and students about our COVID-19 processes. These include:

• Keeping your child home when they are unwell, even with very mild symptoms.
• Informing the school immediately if your child is self-isolating or undergoing testing, and informing us of the result as soon as possible.
• Following sickness with flu-like symptoms, ensuring your child is free of symptoms and can present a negative COVID-19 test, before they return to school.

Thank you for your ongoing understanding, support and timely communication of such issues.