Since the distribution of last week’s newsletter, the health advice that has been distributed to schools has continued to evolve as an extension to the current remote learning arrangements seems likely. Earlier this week, in addition to a range of measures that addressed Year 12 students and their upcoming assessments (which were communicated to these students and parents) a cosigned letter from Mr Lo Cascio and the Director of Schools Mr Hill, outlined the following developments for students in Years 7-11:

• Remote learning will continue until at least the end of Week 7, Term 3 (27 August 2021).
• Whether face-to-face learning can resume from Week 8, Term 3 will depend on the health advice at that time. CSNSW is seeking the earliest possible advice from the government about this. An update will be provided to families as soon as we have confirmation from CSNSW.
• We are prepared to continue providing remote learning for the remainder of Term 3 if it is required. Students who absolutely need to attend school for supervision will continue to be supported to do so.
• Appropriate adjustments for assessment and reporting for Year 7-11 students are currently being developed and more information will be provided as soon as possible.

Finally, another reminder that despite the overwhelming majority of students now working remotely for the time being, I would ask families to please continue following our COVID recording procedures, which include: 

• 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 attending the College site for any reason.

All the best for the week ahead.

David Cloran
Assistant Principal