ATHLETICS CARNIVAL

We were so lucky to have a bright and sunny day for our carnival. Congratulations to MacKillop house who were victorious this year. Thank you to Mrs Carey Barr for her leadership of the carnival and for all the behind the scenes planning and preparation. Thank you to Mrs Regan who assisted with organisational details and to the staff and parent volunteers who helped at each field event, running race or tabloid game. Successful events like this take the generosity of many.  

 

ATTENDANCE - IT MATTERS

From Term 3 2021, in accordance with CEDoW guidelines, attendance conversations will be had and letters will be sent out twice per term in Weeks 5 and 10 to parents/carer, in regards to unexplained absences or absences that are exceeding reasonable attendance expectations and legislation. Strategies will be adopted in accordance with the CEDoW Attendance Policy where attendance is unsatisfactory.

In analysing the attendance data for each class at St Brigid's there is definite room for improvement. We all need to work together to ensure students are not missing out on valuable learning time through late arrival, early dismissal and unjustified absences. 

   

LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENT

Parents are responsible for the regular attendance of students at school. Apart from  legal obligations under the Education Act (1990) the welfare of the student must be the focus.

The Education Act 1990 – Part 5 Attendance of Children at School contains the following provisions:

2.1. Section 21B of the Education Act, 1990 requires students between the ages of six and seventeen to be enrolled at a government or registered non-government school and to attend school whenever instruction is provided.

2.2. All students who are enrolled at school regardless of their age are expected to attend whenever instruction is provided.

2.3. Compulsory schooling is the duty of parents.

2.4. Section 23 of the Act states it is an offence if a parent fails to send their child to school.

2.5. Section 24 of the Act requires Principals to maintain an attendance register (roll) in an approved form. The attendance register must be available to authorised officers at all times.

2.6. Section 25 of the Act requires Certificates of Exemption to be processed for students not attending school for extended periods of time.

  

WHY IS ARRIVING AT SCHOOL ON TIME IMPORTANT?

1.Ensures that your child doesn’t miss out on the important learning activities scheduled early in the day when they are most alert;

2. Helps your child to learn the importance of punctuality and routine; and

3. Gives your child time to greet their teacher and friends before class and, therefore, reduces the opportunity for classroom disruption.

Lateness is recorded as a partial absence and must be explained to the school the same way as other forms of absence. The bell rings at 8:50am to start the school day and all rolls are marked no later than 9:00am. 

Thank you to all parents/carers of St Brigid's for your ongoing support in this matter and in ensuring the regular attendance and well-being of your child.   

   

SAVE THE DATE - P&F COCKTAIL DINNER

The P&F social committee have been working on this. Tickets will go on sale once there is clarity around COVID-19 restrictions being lifted. However, mark it in your diary so you don't double book and miss out on what is shaping up to be a great night.

 

GYMNASTICS PROGRAM TERM 3

During Term 3, the students from Kinder to Year 6 will participate in a specialised gymnastics program for 8 weeks of the school term. This eight-week program, taught by the external provider, Tri skills will deliver a comprehensive gymnastics program to our students.

Their programs are aimed at supporting and improving physical, cognitive, social and emotional development in a safe environment. Tri Skills is currently affiliated with the New South Wales Gymnastic Association and their coaches are accredited and register with both the State and National bodies. Tri Skills have also met all the requirements of Gymnastics NSW Quality Assured School Providers Program and are an accredited provider.

The trained teachers offer a variety of activities using specialist gymnastic equipment such as balancing beams, bars, tramps, vaulting boxes and hand held equipment. Each lesson begins with a warm up and concludes with a cool down.

CATHEDRAL CAR PARKING

This is a great way to contribute to our best fundraising opportunity. This year we are working towards adding to our play equipment and hopefully purchasing a geoclimber. 

Can you assist at the upcoming events?

DATE	EVENT	VOLUNTEER TIME
31 July 2021	NRL Dragons v Rabbits	1:30pm - 3:00pm
13 August 2021	NRL Dragons v Panthers	5:00pm - 6:00pm
28 August 2021	NRL Dragons v Cowboys	2:00pm - 3:00pm

 

 

If you can assist with car parking at any of the above events, please click on the link below to add your name.

 

.... to Martin, Lam, Lucy and Zita who volunteered at the last two events. We raised a further $1220.