Welcome to the 2011 School Year. We look forward to celebrating your child's learning with you.
St Robert’s is part of the Catholic Parish of St Mary of the Angels. As such, it offers a Christ centred education and is concerned about the growth of the children within the Christian tradition.
St Robert’s School considers each family to be an important part of a very special community. We at St Robert’s value any contributions parents may be able to make and invite you to take an active role in your child’s education by sharing any time, ideas or skills that may help in maintaining our school as the great school it is.
Enjoy your virtual tour of our school. Please visit our website regulary as we continue to make it an interactive and informative tool between the home and school.
Mark Soldani
Principal
Fr Kevin Dillon
Parish Priest
ADVANCE NOTICE - CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE - ST MARY’S BASILICA
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St. Mary's Basilica Christmas Schedule
END OF YEAR PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS
End of year school reports will be distributed soon.
By this time of the year teachers have utilized many and varied methods of providing feedback to parents with regard to the children's progress so it is more than likely that further discussion between parents and teachers will not be required.
For this reason interviews are optional and I ask that anyone wishing to formerly meet with their child's class teacher make contact with that teacher to arrange a time.
If you do not hear from your child's teacher then you can assume that an interview is not required.
THANK YOU MORNING TEA
Now that we have our Multi- Purpose Centre back in action we will be holding our traditional Parent Helper Morning Tea.
This a wonderful opportunity for the staff at St Robert's to show their appreciation for all the fantastic contributions our parents have made to make our school the great school that it is.
SWIMMING PROGRAM GR 3-6
Our senior swimming program commences on Monday 5th December and concludes on Thursday 15th December
It is anticipated that all children will walk to and from the Geelong Aquatic Centre unless the weather is inclement.
Families are reminded that this program is a compulsory component of our curriculum and as such it is essential that all students from grade 3 to 6 participate.
If your child is unable to participate in the swimming program a medical certificate is required stating the valid reason and then an exemption can be given.
END OF YEAR MASS
A reminder that the St. Robert’s end of year, thanksgiving Mass is on Wednesday, December 14th at 6:00pm at St. Mary’s Basilica.
During this Mass there will be a collection for our partner parish of Mary Immaculate, Timor Leste.
If you would prefer to donate a gift for St. Vincent de Paul to distribute to a disadvantaged family in the Geelong region, either bring it to the Mass or place it under the Christmas tree in the school hallway before December 14th.
Please ensure the gift is labelled with the appropriate age and gender. Eg: For a girl aged 10-12.
We hope all families will take this opportunity to come together in praise and thanks to God.
Thanks Annice Lappin
END OF 2011 SCHOOL YEAR
A letter was sent home last Thursday giving details for the end of the school year for 2011.
The last day for students will be Friday 16th December and for staff Thursday 22nd December.
These arrangements have been put in place to allow for the relocation of all classes for 2012 and addition of a fourteenth class.
CHANGES IN THE LITURGY
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EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES FOR TERM 1, 2, 3 and 4
*Guest Speaker - Shaun Ryan (Community Volunteers) Grade 3/4's
*Community Helpers Presentation Grade 1/2's
* Police Visit Grade 1/2's
*St Robert's School Sports
*St Robert's Cross Country
*GDCSSA Cross Country
*Grade 6 Footy Clinic
*Superhero Day
*Pancake Day
*Nick Maxwell Leadership Presentation Grade 5/6's
*GDCSSA Mixed Netball Round Robin Grade 5/6's
*Athletics Trials for GDCSSA Gr. 4-6's
*GDCSSA Soccer/Tee Ball Round Robin Grade 5/6's
*Junior Swimming Program
*GDCSSA Athletics Championships Grade 3-6's
*GDCSSA Lightning Premiership Grade 5/6's
*Wellbeing Drama Festival, GPAC
*IMAX and Melbourne Museum Excursion Grade 3/4's
*Grade 6 Camp
*Grade 1/2's Werribee Park Excursion
*Zone Athletics Championships
*School Concert
*Grade 3 Basketball Round Robin
*VPSSA Softball Round Robin Bellarine Zone Champs Gr 5/6 Representative Team
*Bellarine Division Summer Sports Finals, (Basketball) Life Be In It, Grade 5/6 Representative Team
*Grade Prep CC and JP Melbourne Zoo Excursion
DECEMBER
Wed 14th: End of Year Thanksgiving Mass, St Mary's Bascilica 6pm, Parent's Thank You Morning Tea 10.30am
Thur 15th: Grade 6 Parent Gathering, Grade 6 Dinner, Grade 6 Adventure Park Fun Day 9.20 - 3.00pm, Senior Swimming Concludes
Fri 16th: End of the School Year for Students 3.30pm Dismissal
Sun 18th: Fourth Sunday of Advent
February 2012
Wed 1st: Payment of First Instalment $400, 11:30am to 2:00pm and book collection
Thurs 2nd: First day for children for 2012
Thurs 9th: Fish N Chip Night
OLD STYLE POLOS AND WINDCHEATERS
Now that the transition phase is coming to an end this is a great opportunity to clear out these items and put them to good use!.
If they are in good condition they can be dropped in at the uniform shop and will be sent to East Timor.
EXCHANGING CHRISTMAS CARDS
In line with Food and Healthy Eating Policy the school does not permit Candy Canes or Chocolate Santas etc. to be exchanged.
Please stick to Christmas Cards only, thank you for your co-operation.
THE SEASON OF ADVENT
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UNIFORM SHOP UPDATE
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WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK
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INFORMATION RE: COMMENCEMENT OF 2012 SCHOOL YEAR
WEDNESDAY 1st FEBRUARY
Pay 1st instalment of fees and collect books from 11:30am until 2:30pm. (Children do not attend school on this day) 1st Instalment payment, due on this day, is $400.
THURSDAY 2nd FEBRUARY
First day of school for all children. (Prep children finish at 12:30 pm for this week only)
BEGINNING OF SCHOOL YEAR FOR PREPS
Children will commence school on Thursday 2nd February and Prep children will finish at 12:30pm on Thursday and Friday of the first week.
All Prep children are expected to attend school for the whole school day from Monday 6th February with the exception of Wednesdays which is a recommended day of rest for all Prep children.
This will continue for a period of six weeks.
All children will be expected to attend full time – 5 days a week thereafter.
CHANGES TO THE SCHOOL START BONUS NEW ELIGIBILITY AND PROCESSING ARRANGEMENTS
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PROPOSED TERM DATES 2012
TERM 1
Thursday 2nd February – Friday 30th March
Easter 6th - 9th April
TERM 2
Monday 18th April – Friday 20th June
TERM 3
Monday 16th July – Friday 21st September
TERM 4
Monday 8th October – Friday 21st December
SUMMER UNIFORM
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UNIFORM NEWS
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St. Robert's Uniform Shop Price List
HATS ON POLICY
Please remember that in accordance with our Hats On Policy our children are required to wear sunhats whilst outside from 1st September until the end of the year.
ST ROBERTS IS A REGISTERED ‘SUN SMART’ SCHOOL
All children and staff use a combination of sun protection measures between September and May.
Particular care is taken between the hours of 10.00am -2.00pm (11.00am-3.00pm daylight saving time).
Sun protection is considered when planning all outdoor events, eg. assemblies, camps, excursions, sporting events.
EMAILING INFORMATION TO OUR FAMILIES
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Emailing Information to Families
ENTRANCE TO ST ROBERT’SReminder that all children are asked to enter the school building through the Mervyn Street entrance.
There are still many children coming through the Nicholas Street door everyday.
If children enter the school grounds at Nicholas Street they are asked to walk around to the double doors facing Mervyn Street.
Children whose classrooms have balconies facing the oval will enter and be dismissed through the balcony doors.
We ask for your co-operation with these new entry and exit arrangements
MEDICATION AT SCHOOL
With the arrival of the latest batch of viral infections, we include this gentle reminder to parents about our policy for administering short-term medications at school:
1. Please obtain a ‘Medical Consent Form’ from your class room teacher.
2. Complete the form, and hand this to your child’s teacher, together with the required medication, eg. Antibiotics, Zyrtec etc.
3. This form will be stored in the ‘Medical Information Folder’, medication will be stored in either the staff fridge or an insulation pack within the classroom.
Thank you for your cooperation, Julie Prendergast, Wellbeing Coordinator
ASTHMA ACTION PLANS
Just a reminder to all parents that if your child has asthma whether mild, moderate or severe they need to have a Asthma Action Plan at school.
All asthma medication is kept in a central storage area in clearly labelled individual sealed containers.
All teachers have been trained in the administration of asthma medication and all are familiar with the Asthma First Aid Procedure.
POLICY OF THE WEEK - Parent/Teacher Interviews
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Student Reports
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Communication between School and Home
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Contact with School
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Pupil Absences
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SIGN IN/SIGN OUT AND VISITORS PROCEDURES
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Sign In Sign Out and Visitors Procedures
WELLBEING NEWS - Guidelines for Administration of Medications for Short Term Illnesses
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Guidelines for Administration of Medications for Short Term Illnesses
SPELLODROME - MATHLETICS
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MATHS NEWS - NEW TREASURE CHEST ACTIVITIES
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PLAYING ON ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AFTER SCHOOL
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BEFORE SCHOOL PROCEDURES
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