Dear Parents and Carers

We are quickly approaching the end of the 2021 school year and we are planning a "Super Special Day" for ourt students on Tuesday 14 December.  Here are some pictures to give you an idea of what might be happening.  Keep an eye our for more details to come soon.

                      

Year 6 Graduation will be occuring on Tuesday 14 December.  Parents will have received and invitation to join the Graduation Liturgy and Awards Presentation.  As per current regulations all those over 12 years and 2 months attending (other than students) must be fully vaccinated and will be asked to provide evidence on arrival.

After a slight hiccup.....our year 6 students arrived a Kryal Castle and are now having a wonderful experience.  We can't wait to hear all the stories on their return.

We remind you of the following information regarding Face Masks at School.  For those with students in Years 3 to 6, can you please ensure they have a mask with them (and possibly a spare one in their school bag) every day.

The Victorian Chief Health Officer has continuied the mandatory use of face masks indoors to limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) within the population of school settings to include primary schools.

Students in Years 3 to 6 at St Clare's will be required to wear a face mask when indoors on school premises, including when attending an Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program, unless a lawful exception applies.

Whilst not required, it is strongly recommended by the Victorian Chief Health Officer that students in Foundation to Year 2 wear a face mask indoors at school, including when attending an OSHC program.

Parents, guardians and carers are required to supply their child(ren) with an appropriate face mask that covers the nose and mouth. Appropriate face masks include single use face masks (commonly called surgical masks) or cloth face masks made from three layers of a mix of breathable fabrics. Further information on face masks, including what face masks you can and can’t wear, can be accessed from the Coronavirus Victoria website.

Parents, guardians and carers will also be required to wear a face mask when dropping off or picking up their child(ren) or if required to collect an unwell child(ren) from the school.

If you require clarification in relation to the use of face mask at school or additional support, please contact the school on 5940 6777

EARLY PICK UP

Should you need to collect your child early from school we ask that you contact the office on your arrival and we shall arrange for your child to be brought over to the office.  

Parents entering school buildings must QR code in and provide proof of vaccination therefore we ask you to wait outside between the Admin Building and ELC.  This will save you from having to check in and provide vaccination status.

Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

SCHOOL FEES

Many in our school community continue to face financial impacts as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are committed to supporting families experiencing financial challenges through our School Fee Concession programs, and encourage any parent/carer/guardian experiencing difficulties to contact us regarding fee assistance.

Please contact the school via finance@stclaresofficer.catholic.edu.au or 03 5940 6777 to explore confidential financial support arrangements or to obtain further information.

For camps and swimming which have been cancelled we shall process credits for these and adjustments familiy accounts accordingly.

PAM - Parent Access Module

Here is the link for the St Clare's Parent Access Portal (PAM)

MEDICAL INFORMATION - When you update your child's medical information in PAM - PLEASE ensure this is accurate.  The school must have current up to date asthma, allergy, anaphylaxis or medical plans for those students identified with these conditions and any other medical conditions such as diabetes or epilepsy.  This is to ensure we have relevant information to assist your child with the management of these medical conditions.

Please ensure the school has your current contact details - this includes address, email, work numbers etc.  To update details please email admin@stclaresofficer.catholic.edu.au or call 5940 6777.  Through PAM parents are able to update your child's medical details.