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September 22 Newsletter

22 Sep 2020

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Staffing Announcement

17 Sep 2020

Dear Parents, Guardians and students, 

It is my pleasure, and with some regret, to announce that Mrs Katie Thompson will be leaving us to take up a position as Assistant Principal at St Mary’s Young for 2021. Katie has been a member of staff since 1994 and has made immeasurable contributions to Sacred Heart, as a teacher, REC, AP, colleague and friend. We will miss her dearly but we wish her every happiness and blessing.

Once a Sacred Heart Staff member always a Sacred Heart Staff member. 

Regards,
Mrs Nicky Trinder
Principal

September 15 Newsletter

15 Sep 2020

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September 15 Newsletter

15 Sep 2020

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Summer Uniform

14 Sep 2020

Dear Parents/Guardians,

As the weather shifts to warmer days we will begin the transition to the summer uniform for the remainder of the school term. If students choose to continue to wear the winter uniform then it is to include all components, namely the tie. We will allow two weeks for the transition and return to school in Term 4 on Wednesday 14 October in the summer uniform. Please consult the uniform policy for the correct items when purchasing new items. 

Regards,
Mrs Nicky Trinder
Principal

eSafety social media caution and advice

09 Sep 2020

Dear Families

You may be aware of a recent social media incident where inappropriate and distressing content was shared, from outside of Australia, on various platforms including Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and Twitter.

The Australian Office of the eSafety Commissioner is working closely with the social media companies to have this content removed; however, at this stage the content is still widespread on some platforms.

Your children may be able to access this distressing material through their personal devices, should they actively look for it or if it is shared by a friend. 

We would urge extreme caution in how you raise this issue with your child if they have not already heard or been exposed to this video. Drawing undue attention to the issue may cause unnecessary worry or distress and increase its exposure. If you do wish to discuss the matter with your child, please emphasise the significant distress that may be caused when accessing such material.

If your child has inadvertently viewed this content, please support your child’s wellbeing by:

• Reporting this content to the social media platform that it has been viewed on, or to eSafety at esafety.gov.au/report/illegal-harmful-content.

• Seeking support:

• Calling 000 in life threatening circumstances.
• Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 - phone support all day every day and online support from 8am-midnight every day (AEST).
• eHeadspace 1800 650 890 - open 9am-1am daily (AEST).
• Lifeline 13 11 14 - phone support all day, every day and online support 7pm-4am daily (AEST).
• Beyondblue 1300 22 4636 - phone support all day, every day and online support 3pm-midnight every day.
• Suicide Call-back Service 1300 659 467 - phone support all day, every day, and follow-up calls.
• Your child’s teacher.

The Office of the eSafety Commissioner has resources available to help children, young people and their families navigate the online world. The following links may be useful to support your conversations with your child.

• https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/skills-advice/online-safety-basics
• https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/skills-advice/hard-to-have-conversations

If you have any concerns, please contact our school on 69422612.

Kind regards,

Mrs Nicky Trinder

Principal

September 8 Newsletter

08 Sep 2020

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Elective Subject Selections for 2021

07 Sep 2020

Dear Parents,

From Wednesday this week students in Years 8 and 9 will make their elective subject selections for 2021. This follows internal information sessions where students have learnt about the subjects and the process. Please take the time to discuss their options and their choices with them. All information is on the students Subject Selections Googel Classroom.

Please note that just because a subject is offered on a line this does not mean that it will run. Only Four subjects from each line will run as 'electives' in 2021. If you child does not receive their first or second selection they will be interviewed by Ms Marsay to determine the best option for them. This may involve new subject choices or the option of distance education.

Students should receive their notification of classes before the end of Term 3.

If you are concerned please contact Ms Marsay.

Erryn Marsay

Secondary Coordinator and Year 7 Pastoral Care Advisor 

September 1 Newsletter

01 Sep 2020

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Confirmation 2020

26 Aug 2020

Dear Parents/Guardians of Confirmation Candidates, 

Confirmation sessions begin this THURSDAY 27 August 3.30pm - 4.30pm in the school library. No family support members are permitted to attend and pick up is in the school car park. Students will come out to the cars. No adults are to wait near or in the school buildings. 

Please keep these students and their families in your prayers.

Regards,
Mrs Nicky Trinder
Principal