As you may be aware, the 2021 College Photo Day will be held on Thursday 17 June. In preparation for this, students will receive their photo day envelopes this coming Monday (7 June) during homeroom. These envelopes allow parents to order any photo package of their choice and pay for them either online or by cash on the day. Regardless of whether students are purchasing a package, all students are asked to return their envelopes to their photographer on the day. Additionally, since these images are also used for school and Compass ID purposes, even students who are not purchasing their image, will still be required to have their photo taken. Please also note that for this reason, the full College winter uniform will need to be worn on this day, regardless of whether or not a PDHPE practical class is scheduled to take place. 

In addition to the individual portraits that are taking place on photo day, siblings will also have the opportunity to have family portraits taken on the day. For those who are interested, please collect a family portrait envelope from the front office prior to the day, and return it during the family photo session which will be held at recess in the Champagnat Centre. 

For students who are absent on the day, we are holding a ‘catch up day’ on Monday 21 June in J6/7 during Periods 1 and 2. 

Over the past 12 months we have had an increase in the number of students who choose to ride a bike to school each day. For these instances, we have bike racks available near the main driveway against the library. Can I remind all parents that if your child rides a bike to school, they are required by law to wear a helmet. While wearing a helmet will ensure students avoid a fine of almost $350, much more importantly, it will help to keep them safe on their way to and from school.  

Finally, a reminder regarding our ongoing COVID19 recording procedures for all families, which 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

All the best for the week ahead,

David Cloran
Assistant Principal