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2019 ORIENTATION HANDBOOK

SENIOR SCHOOL

Copyright © St Hilda's School 2016 The Corporation of the Synod of the Diocese of Brisbane trading as St Hilda's School - Registered CRICOS No 00510M

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Table of Contents Senior School Orientation Day ........................................................................................................................ 3

New Boarder/Boarder Parent Orientation ..................................................................................................... 3

First Day of School ........................................................................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.

Parent Information Session ............................................................................................................................ 5

Term Dates for 2018 ....................................................................................................................................... 5

Uniform Shop .................................................................................................................................................. 5

Uniform Prices 2018 ........................................................................................ Error! Bookmark not defined.

Uniform Requirements 2018 .......................................................................................................................... 7

Wearing the Uniform ...................................................................................................................................... 7

Textbooks, Stationery and Student Diary .....................................................................................................10

iPad Requirements – Year 10 ........................................................................................................................11

Requirements – Year 11 and 12 ....................................................................................................................12

MyStHildas Online Ordering .........................................................................................................................12

Fee Payment Options ....................................................................................................................................13

School Calendar ............................................................................................................................................14

School Website ……… ...................................................................................................................................14

Parent Lounge ...............................................................................................................................................15

St Hilda’s Correspondence and Weekly Newsletter .....................................................................................15

SMS Correspondence ....................................................................................................................................16

Social Media ..................................................................................................................................................16

Parent Support Groups .................................................................................................................................19

Contacts ........................................................................................................................................................19

Map of School Campus .................................................................................................................................20

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Senior School Orientation Day

New Student Orientation for Years 10-12 will be held Tuesday 29 January, beginning at 1.00pm and

concluding at approximately 3.30pm. New students are to be dropped off and collected from the

James Administration Building, entrance at Gate 2 on Cougal St. Students are required to wear the St

Hilda’s School uniform on this day.

Students will be required to bring:

□ iPad (minimum 32gb) or Laptop

□ $50 iTunes pre-paid card, loaded onto iTunes account

□ Writing Materials

□ Water Bottle

New Boarder/Boarder Parent Orientation

New Boarder/Boarder Parent Orientation will be held Tuesday 29 January. Check-in for Boarders

commences from 11.30pm until 7.30pm. New Boarder/Boarder Parent Orientation will be held at

4.00pm in the Bev Philben Room.

In Terms 2, 3 and 4, check-in for Boarders is available from 1:00pm the day before school commences.

The entrance to Boarders Reception is located at Gate 7, off Cougal Street.

Clothing and Equipment Requirements

Girls are encouraged to plan their own casual wardrobe, recognising that hanging space is limited. Girls

should provide their own personal toiletries and bring a laundry basket.

A couple of very good casual outfits are sufficient for outings, socials and Chapel.

Other casual clothing for after school, Dining Room and weekends needs to be modest and

appropriate.

Footwear is to be worn at all times outside the Boarding Houses.

A waterproof jacket or umbrella is always useful and is essential for any camping or outdoor

education activities.

It is essential that all belongings are named clearly.

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Day-to-Day Chapel/Theatre Occasions

1 Pair casual closed shoes 2-3 Dresses, skirts and blouses (of modest

design), or smart trousers; These are not to

have shoe-string straps, low-cut or midriff

tops or “short” shorts.

1 Pair casual shoes (sneaker style) 1 Pair of Smart Dress Shoes (for

outings/formal occasions)

1 Pair scuffs / slippers Miscellaneous Items

2 Sets winter weight nightwear 1 Washing Basket

1 Jumper Faceclothes

2 Sets summer weight nightwear 1 Doona and 2 Quilt Covers

1 Warm dressing gown 1 Pillow, 1 pillow protector and 2 pillow cases

(Please note sheets, towels and mattress

protectors are provided by the School).

1 Summer dressing gown (non-flammable) 1 Raincoat/waterproof jacket or Umbrella

1 Beach towel 1 Dozen Coat hangers

1 Pair of swimmers 2 Hats / Caps / Sun visors

1 Hat that offers protection from the sun 1 Mug

Underwear as required (be generous as girls do not

always do laundry promptly)

1 Sewing Kit

1 Insulated lunch bag and bottle

1 Padlock with 2 keys

Photos from home (family, friends, pets etc)

For Week Nights and Weekends

Modest casual clothes; please note “short” shorts may not be worn to Chapel, in the Dining Room or

shopping, so as to respects the nature of the occasion by wearing appropriate dress.

As space is limited, please do not bring too many personal belongings. End of term storage is

also a challenge and girls are required to take home as much as possible of their belongings. We

do assist those who have limited air travel luggage allowances.

First Day of School

Term 1 begins for Prep – Year 12 on Wednesday 30 January. New students are required to arrive at

school by 8.00am to meet their Head of Year and be paired up with a buddy. New Senior School

Students should come to the Student Reception Area in the James Administration Building. N.B:

Please discuss with your daughter where pick up will be at the end of the school day.

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Parent Information Session

A Senior School Parent Information Session (parents only) is scheduled for Wednesday 30 January

2018 (6.00pm – 7.30pm) Level 1, Jennifer Reeves Building.

Discussions will include Pastoral Care, Curriculum matters, Careers and Student Exchange.

We strongly encourage all families to attend.

Term Dates for 2019

Term 1 Term 2

Tuesday 30 Jan – Thursday 4 Apr Wednesday 24 Apr – Thursday 20 Jun

Term 3 Term 4

Tuesday 16 Jul – Thursday 19 Sept Wednesday 9 Oct – Thursday 28 Nov

Regular attendance and punctuality are of the highest importance. Only in extraordinary

circumstances should permission be sought for leave or appointments made which cause students to

be absent within School hours.

Uniform Shop

The Uniform Shop is located adjacent to the Gate 2 entrance to St Hilda’s School, via Cougal Street,

Southport.

Back-to-School Trading:

Term 1

Tuesday 22 January – Tuesday 29 January

Open 7.30am – 4.00pm

Term 2

Monday 23 April

Open 7.30am – 4.00pm

Term 3

Monday 16 July

Open 7.30am – 4.00pm

Term 4

Monday 8 October

Open 7.30am – 4.00pm

It is essential to make a booking at the Uniform Shop during Back-to-School time. Please phone the

Admissions Office on 07 55777 232 to book your appointment or email: [email protected]

Regular Trading Hours: Monday - Friday

Open 7.30am – 1.30pm

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Uniform Prices 2019

Item Size Price

Blazers, Jumpers & Jackets

Blazer 30-46 $220.00

Cardigans G4-G10 $80.00

Jumpers G6-G8 $85.00

Jumpers L10-L26 $85.00

Tracksuit Jacket - Pre Prep to Yr 5 G4-G14 $93.00

Dresses & Blouses

Dresses - Prep to Yr 5 G6-L16 $75.00

Tunics - Yr 6 to Yr 12 G6-L28 $80.00

Blouse G10-L24 $30.00

Socks and Tights

Tights $10.00

Socks $9.50

Socks – Team Sport $12.00

Scarf $16.00

Hats

Winter 53-61 $90.00

Summer 53-61 $80.00

Red Bucket One Size $20.00

St Hilda’s Cap One Size $20.00

Sport

Polo Shirt – Pre Prep to Yr 2 G4-G12 $45.00

Polo Shirt - Yr 3 to 12 G8-XXXL $48.00

Polo - House – Pre Prep to Yr 6 G4-G14 $48.00

Polo - House – Yr 7 to Yr 12 G14-XL $48.00

Sport Shorts G4-XXXL $40.00

Touch Shorts XXXS-L $55.00

Tracksuit Pants G4-XL $65.00

Tracksuit Jacket - Yr 6 to Yr 12 G8-XL $95.00

Rugby Jumper – Yr 6 to Yr 12 G14-XL $115.00

PE Safety Kit – Yr 5 One Size $45.00

Item Size Price

Swimming

Swimwear – Pre Prep to Prep G4-G10 $16.00

Swimwear – Yr 1 to Yr 12 G4-G12 $60.00

Swimwear – Yr 1 to Yr 12 L8-L24 $60.00

Swimwear – Representative G6-G14 $80.00

Swimwear – Representative L8-L16 $80.00

Sun shirt L/sleeve – Pre Prep to Yr 6 XXS-M $60.00

Sun shirt S/sleeve – Pre Prep to Yr 6 XXS-XL $50.00

Swimming Cap – Pre Prep to Yr 6 One Size $15.00

Swimming Cap – Yr 7 to Yr 12 One Size $15.00

Swimming Cap - Representative One Size $20.00

St Hilda’s Towel One Size $38.00

Bags

Backpack Physiopak – Pre Prep to Prep M $60.00

Backpack Physiopak – Yr 1 to Yr 5 L $70.00

Backpack Chiro – Yr 6 to Yr 12 M $100.00

Backpack Chiro – Yr 6 to Yr 12 L $105.00

Backpack Chiro – Yr 6 to Yr 12 XL $110.00

Sports Bag (Hav-a-Sac) Pre Prep to Yr 12

One Size $30.00

Sports & Camp Bag (Olympic) – Yr 4 to

Yr 12

M $60.00

Sports & Camp Bag (Enduro) – Yr 6 to

Yr 12

L $65.00

Library (Red) – Pre Prep to Yr 6 One Size $12.00

Home Reader (Blue) – Prep to Yr 5 One Size $12.00

Note: Prices are subject to change without notice

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Uniform Requirements 2019

Years 7 – 12 Tunic

Blouse

School Socks

Black 70 Denier Opaque Stockings (Option for Winter)

Summer & Winter Hat

School Cap

Blue Ribbon

School Jumper

School Blazer

Black Lace-up School Shoes with Black Stitching*

School Scarf (Option for Winter)

Sport

Sport Shorts

Polo Shirt

Polo Shirt – House

School Tracksuit (Option for Winter)

School Cap

School Socks

Rugby Jumper (Optional)

School Senior Jersey Yr 12

White Sports Joggers (Predominantly White

with Appropriate Sole and Heel Support For Sport Activity)*

Swimming

School Swimwear (Optional)

School Sun Shirt (Optional)

Swimwear – Cap – House

School Towel

Bag

School Backpack – Chiro (Choice of size)

School Sports Bag – Choice of size

Boarders Minimum Requirements 3 x Tunics

4 x Blouses

5 x School Socks

1 x Summer Hat

1 x Winter Hat

1 x School Blazer

1 x Jumper

1 x School Cap

2 x Polo Shirt

2 x Shorts

1 x Polo Shirt – House

1 x Boarder Polo

1 x School Swimwear (Optional)

1 x Swimwear – Cap – House

1 x School Towel

1 x Backpack – Choice of size

1 x School Sports Bag – Choice of size

*Items to be purchased external of St Hilda’s School

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Wearing the Uniform

Girls attending St Hilda’s School are expected to maintain the traditionally high standards of good

manners and good grooming:

The uniform should be clean.

The tunic should be worn mid-knee.

Shoes must be school style and leather, clean and polished.(Buckle-up suitable until Year 3)

Jumpers must be worn no longer than hip length.

Hair that is shoulder length or longer must be tied back with a 2cm wide navy ribbon or navy

scrunchie.

If hair is worn short, it must not touch the collar of the uniform.

Coloured hairclips and elastics are not to be worn.

Hairstyle should be appropriate for a school girl in uniform and is to be worn off the face. Hair

should be of a natural colour. If it is not, the student may be requested to correct the problem.

If the problem is not resolved, the student may be suspended until it is. No box braiding and/or

coloured beads permitted.

Jewellery: only sleepers/studs and a watch can be worn with the School Uniform. Small sleepers,

or small stud earrings (silver/gold/pearl or with a small gem stone) only are to be worn and only

one in the lobe of each ear is permitted. Other items may be confiscated and held by teachers

until the end of term.

Coloured nail polish and makeup, including eyeliner and foundation must not be worn. Nails

must be kept clean and well-shaped.

Sports Uniform

The Physical Education uniform is available from the School Uniform Shop. It is worn with the white

School socks and sport joggers that have appropriate soles and heel support for sport activity and are

predominantly white in colour. Only soles that will not mark playing surfaces are permitted on the

courts. A School sport cap/hat is required for all outdoor lessons.

The School Tracksuit or Year 12 School Rugby Jersey is to be worn during cooler weather. The School

Swimming Costume and House Swim Cap are to be worn for: Sports Science classes, QGSSSA events

or any occasions where your daughter represents the school for swimming. For all other swimming

activities (eg. School Swimming Carnival) a navy blue or black one piece swimsuit is acceptable. All

other sport specific apparel is to be worn exclusively at those sport events or trainings outside class

time.

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Early Morning / Late Afternoon Sports Practice

Full school uniform must be worn to and from school each day, except when attending early morning

practices. All girls, e.g. those wearing sports uniform to school for early morning practices, must have

full summer or winter uniform at school every day. Girls who go to sports training after school that

finishes before 4.00pm must change into school uniform before going home. Those who attend a

training session that finishes after 4.00pm may go home in sports uniform. Middle and Senior girls

are expected to change in the Sports Complex change rooms at recess or lunch breaks. Junior School

students who are involved in sports practices before and after school and lunchtime are permitted to

remain in sports uniform (except Chapel and Assembly), but must change sports shoes for school

shoes. Full School uniform must be worn to Chapel and Assembly.

Incomplete Uniform

Girls may not discard parts of their uniform when travelling to and from school. If girls accompany

their parents into shops when travelling home from school, the full school uniform must be worn,

including the hat.

Naming of Items

Every item that comes to school should be named, whether it be shoes, books, stationery, or other

personal items. It is virtually impossible to return lost property if it is not named. Second-hand

uniforms purchased from the Uniform Shop must have the name of the current owner, not that of the

previous owner.

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Textbooks, Stationery and Student Diary

Network Educational Australia supplies all St Hilda’s School text books and stationery, including the

Student Diary.

There are two ways to order your daughter’s required School materials from Network Educational.

By Phone

Phone Network Educational on 07 5568 0288, ensuring you know your daughter’s year level

and student code. Once you have placed your order, your pack will be delivered to your

nominated delivery address. For Boarders, it is preferable that book packs be delivered to the

Boarding House, using the ‘Delivery to Boarding House’ option at checkout. For Pre-Prep &

Prep Students, your orders will be delivered directly to the school. Alternatively, you can visit

the store at Varsity Lakes and select the items you require.

Online

1. Go to the Network Educational website (link above).

2. Choose Booklists from the menu at the top of the page.

3. Login with the details below:

a. Username: sthildas

b. Password: amazing

c. Student Code

4. Select your daughter’s year level to order the required books and stationery.

Please contact the Admissions Office if you have any queries regarding this process.

4/498 Scottsdale Drive, Varsity Lakes

07 5568 0288

http://www.network-ed.com.au/

Open: Mon – Fri: 8.30am – 5pm,

Sat (Jan only) 9am – 1pm

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iPad Requirements – Year 10

Your daughter’s iPad will need to be running the latest version of iOS and be at least a 32GB capacity

for school use, however if possible, a model with more storage is preferred.

The minimum iPad requirement includes all full sized iPads from "The New 9.7 inch iPad"

https://www.apple.com/au/ipad-9.7/and onwards including all iPad Pro models.

iPad mini devices cannot be included as part of our 1:1 iPad program as they are not suitable

due to external exam requirements (NAPLAN).

It is also recommended that all students have an external keyboard and an Apple Pencil.

A WiFi-only model will reduce the cost of your purchase and is compatible for school use. However,

should you not have internet access at home, some families may choose to purchase a 4G

cellular model.

To set up your iPad you must first have an Apple ID. While our school understands that some parents

may already have an Apple ID, we strongly recommend that a new Apple ID is created for each

student participating in our 1:1 program.

Through Apple's Family Sharing options, parents are now able to create an Apple ID for their children.

This provides a level of parental control options that most parents are comfortable with. No credit

card is required to establish this new Apple ID as gift cards can be used for App purchases. It is vital

that each student is provided with a password for their new Apple ID account to enable them to

download new Apps as required from time to time in class.

You can create an Apple ID in a few quick and easy steps. This account can be created without the use

of a credit card.

For more information please visit: http://www.sthildasipadportal.com/creating-a-new-apple-id

If you have any questions about the iPad program, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr Geoff Powell

via email [email protected] or Mr Dan Martinez [email protected]

Discounted Apple Products

Please find link below for discounted Apple products. These products can be delivered direct to your

home or the school if your daughter is a boarder. https://www.apple.com/au_eduind-k12-

discounted_802688/shop?

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Requirements – Year 11 and 12

We do not stipulate what type of laptop students bring, however the majority of students in Year 11

and 12 choose to bring a MacBook.

If your daughter is in Year 12 and has chosen Maths B and C she will require an iPad. She will be using

the following app as her graphing calculator.

TI-Nspire™ CAS by Texas Instruments

https://appsto.re/au/uGwGG.i

If your daughter is in Year 11 and has chosen Maths B and C she will require a Graphing Calculator.

MyStHildas Online Ordering

MyStHildas online ordering enables you and your daughter to purchase items through the school

electronically. For example: Uniform, Music Lessons, Items from the Cafeteria, Bus Pass, Speech and

Drama lessons

To register for your MySthildas account please go to the website at:

http://msh.sthildas.qld.edu.au/MonitorOnline/app/#/shops

Once you click on an item it will ask for your login details, if you are new to the school you will need

to register and click on “I am a new parent, Sign me up!”

Fees

St Hilda’s School aims to maintain a competitive

fee structure while providing an outstanding

education for girls. Yearly, fees are set by the

Head of Business and School Council and

distributed to families in early December. St

Hilda’s incorporates the majority of costs in its

Tuition Fees for academic and co-curricular

programs, including Outdoor Education

experiences, excursions, QGSSSA and Andrews

Cup sporting fixtures, musical performances

and associated travel for these programs.

We trust that the St Hilda’s approach will assist

you to plan and budget for your annual student

fees accordingly.

Charges for texts and uniforms and discretionary activities, such as private music tuition are not

included in the Tuition Fees. Tuition Fees will be invoiced over four terms for Years Prep to Year 11.

Tuition Fees for Year 12 students are invoiced in Term’s 1, 2 and 3.

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Fee Payment Options

There are four fee payment options available at St Hilda’s School. These are:

SmartaPay – this option gives varying methods to pay your fees – For more information go to,

www.smartapay.com.au

School Plan – An option to pay in instalments to School Plan who in turn pay the School. For

more information go to www.asg.com.au/schoolplan

School Easy Pay – Another option for paying by fortnightly or monthly instalments. For more

information go to www.schooleasypay.com.au

EDstart – Payment Plan option. For more information go to www.edstart.com.au

The School also accepts payment in person by Cash, Cheque or Credit Card, including Amex and

Diners. Please note, surcharges apply for all credit card payments.

Computer Printing Costs

Computer printing costs of $63 for all students is included in the Tuition Fees.

Sibling Discount

A discount of 15% on Tuition Fees for the third and 50% for subsequent children from one family

attending the School is available.

A reciprocal agreement with TSS is also in place, enabling families to receive the discount for three

children across both Schools. Please contact the Fees Officer for more information.

Early Payment Discount

An early payment discount of 5% will be applied if fees are paid on or before the due date, i.e. the first

day of term.

Voluntary Building Fund

A voluntary Building Fund contribution of $150 per family per term is included on the School Fee

statement. The Building Fund is a tax deductible gift recipient.

Student Accident Insurance

The School pays the premium for student insurance through AON plc. Enrolled students are covered

for the full year.

Other

Please note that payment of School Fees is required by the due date, which is always the first day of

Term. Students will not be permitted to commence a new term while all or part of the previous term’s

fees remain unpaid, unless approved arrangements apply in writing are maintained.

One full term’s notice of a student’s departure must be given in writing to the Principal, or one term’s

fees will be payable if no notice is given.

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School Website www.sthildas.qld.edu.au

The St Hilda’s School website is a great resource for students and parents and is a key communication

tool for the school.

School Calendar

The School Calendar is available on the School website in the Quick Links menu at the bottom of the

home page.

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The Quick Links section of the website, located at the base of the homepage provides quick and easy

navigation to important parent and student information including School Calendar and Dates, Weekly

Newsletter and Parent and Student Resources.

Parent Lounge

The interactive web-based portal, Parent Lounge, is the School’s primary means of communication

between school and home. This is a secure, password-protected site and allows access to information

such as:

Student Details including Timetable, Medical Information and Teachers’ contact information

Student Reports

Student Attendance details

School Calendar/Events

Correspondence

Community News

Excursions/Events

Sport information

Parent Directory

Parent Teacher Interviews (held per semester)

Links to various information including Term Dates, Junior School Café online ordering, Senior

School Tuckshop menu, Bookshop, Tutorials etc. You may receive an email from the school in regards to an upcoming excursion or event. The invitation will be waiting for

you to process when you login to Parent Lounge.

You will receive your login details via email once your daughter has commenced at St Hilda’s.

St Hilda’s Correspondence and Monthly Newsletter

School notices and correspondence are distributed to parents daily via email from St Hilda’s

Correspondence and pertains to school events, excursions and activities, and general notices. This

information is also linked to the Correspondence portlet on Parent Lounge and remains available for

the duration of the activity. The St Hilda’s Newsletter will be distributed monthly to parents via email.

It is important to update any change to your email address through Parent Lounge.

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SMS Correspondence

Student attendance and duty of care is a high priority at St Hilda’s School. Parents/Guardians are

informed by SMS of any unexplained absences for the child. Parents may reply by SMS. The message

will arrive displaying the number 0416 906 250. Parents should store this number under St Hilda’s

School. Parents may also use this number to send text messages to the School regarding student

absences.

It is important to update any change to your mobile number through Parent Lounge.

Social Media

@StHildasqld #sthildasschool

Download the St Hilda’s School App for ease of access to School communications and follow

us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube:

Co-Curricular and Extra-Curricular Activities

At St Hilda’s School we offer a wide range of co-curricular activities and also some extra-curricular

activities. Through their involvement in these activities, students develop a sense of accomplishment

and enhance their self-confidence by using their talents and responding to the challenges presented

to them.

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Co-Curricular activities form an integral part in the learning and development of all students as they

augment the formal curriculum. Students in Senior School are expected to participate in at least one

co-curricular activity each term.

Co-Curricular activities are those additional activities which are not taught in the usual classroom

environment. The co-curricular dimension of an all-round education has never been more important

than it is today. They expose students to community, state and national organisations and thus create

links to the “real world”. Co-Curricular activities allow students to learn a variety of skills, many of

which they will carry with them for life.

Co-Curricular activities include:

♦ Amnesty International ♦ Art Club ♦ Artists Forum and Tutorials

♦ Debating ♦ Film Buff & Media Makers ♦ International Group

♦ Readers’ Club Challenge ♦ The Coffee Shop ♦ TSS/St Hilda’s Book Club

♦ Inter House Drama Festival ♦ School Musical ♦ Music Ensembles/Choirs

♦ Robotics

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Extra-Curricular activities are those that fall outside the realm of the normal curriculum of school

and the majority are not explicitly connected to academic learning. Extra-Curricular activities are

usually run by outside providers who charge fees for their services. Extra-Curricular activities include:

♦ Individual Music Tuition ♦ Individual Speech and Drama Tuition ♦ Club Netball

♦ Club Touch ♦ Golf ♦ Swimming

Further details of the variety of activities on offer at St Hilda’s School can be found in the Co-

Curricular and Extra-Curricular Handbook. This can be downloaded from the St Hilda’s Website via the

following link: http://www.sthildas.qld.edu.au/co-curricular-learning/latest-news/. Please see the Links

section on the right hand side of the page.

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Parent Support Groups

St Hilda’s School is made up of a strong community of not only wonderfully engaged students and

staff but also enthusiastic parents, grandparents, friends and alumni, who give generously of their time

and resources to support a wide range of school projects. Parent Support Groups include:

♦ Aquatics Club ♦ Boarder Parents Support Group

♦ Fathers’ Project Club ♦ Old Girls Association

♦ Parents and Friends Association ♦ Rowing Supporters Group

♦ Supporters of Creative Arts ♦ Women’s Auxiliary

For further information on Parent Support Groups, please contact:

Community Liaison Officer | Mrs Simone Crowther

e: [email protected] | p: 07 5577 7261

Contacts

Clarinda Florence

Admissions Officer

e: [email protected]

p: 07 5577 7307

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Map of School Campus