SCHOOL UNIFORM

The children have arrived at school looking exceptional in their school uniform. Being part of St Benedict’s Primary School means adhering to correct uniform and showing pride in our school. To support this, it is essential that your child has a school hat. If students are without a school hat, they will be asked to play in a specific shaded area. Jewellery is not part of the uniform and, apart from watches and ear studs, should not be worn. Also note that any watches that have apps, games, cameras or internet connection are to be handed in to the Front Office if worn to school. These are not allowed in class or on the playground. Long hair must be tied back and be of the child’s natural colour.  Thank you for your cooperation with this.

P&F ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Next Tuesday 15^th February we will hold our Parents and Friends Annual General Meeting at 6:30pm (followed by a Committee Meeting at 7:00pm). We welcome any parents or carers who would like to join or even take on a specific role. The P&F makes a very valued contribution to our school by assisting with and/or coordinating  some school events such as discos, fundraising, family social activities, grounds and maintenance, class Parent Representatives and contributing to the Tuckshop. It is not a big time commitment, but it is one way of meeting other school families and getting involved in our community. We would love to see you there! Please note our 2 meetings in Term 1 will be held online.

COMMUNICATION

Clear communication between home and school is vital. To help with communication, please do the following:

1. ensure you have the ‘Compass’ app on your phone. This is our predominant method of communication to all families and after Week 4, our newsletter will only be available through this portal.
2. ensure your contact details and family information are correct.  Make any changes to these details through the Compass Parent Portal;
3. follow us on Facebook; and
4. please read the newsletter.

CAN YOU LEND A HELPING HAND?

I invite any parents/families who have an hour or two to spare to ‘sign up’ to spread some mulch on our school gardens, at a time that suits them. In this way, we can gradually work away at the task, without having people gathered together.

We are also in search of someone to construct the metal shelving we purchased for the new garden shed.

If you are able to volunteer a little time, please contact the Front Office and let Mrs Hemphill know when (out of school hours) would suit you. Most of these areas have easy access from the oval. Thank you in advance for any assistance you are able to offer.