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PARENT HANDBOOK

2018

ST GREGORY’S COLLEGE JUNIOR SCHOOL

St Gregory’s College Junior School Parent Handbook 2

CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Welcome from the Headmaster ........................ 3 Welcome from the Head of Junior School ....... 4 Mission Statement & Marists Vision .................. 5 Brief History of St Gregory’s College .................. 6 Contacts .............................................................. 8 Term Dates ......................................................... 9 College Crest....................................................... 11 ACADEMIC LIFE .................................................. 13 Curriculum .......................................................... 13 English ................................................................ 13 Mathematics ...................................................... 13 Religious Education ............................................ 14 Science and Technology ..................................... 13 History ................................................................ 13 Geography .......................................................... 13 Personal Development, Heath and Physical Ed . 13 Creative and Practical Arts ................................. 13 Information Computer Technology (ICT) ........... 14 Home Learning ................................................... 14 Academic Reports .............................................. 14 Interviews ........................................................... 14 CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ............................ 15 Camps and Excursions ........................................ 15 Sport ................................................................... 15 Co-Curricular Opportunities ............................... 15 PASTORAL CARE ................................................. 16 Pastoral Care ...................................................... 16 Student Diary ...................................................... 16 The House System .............................................. 17

WELLBEING ......................................................... 18 Health ................................................................. 18 Medication .......................................................... 18 Mobile Phones .................................................... 18 School Lunches ................................................... 18 DRESS REGULATIONS ........................................ 19 Uniform ................................................................ 19 Hair ...................................................................... 19 Jewellery .............................................................. 19 ADMINISTRATION ............................................... 20 School Hours ........................................................ 20 Attendance .......................................................... 20 Leave Procedures................................................. 20 The First Week ................................................... 21 School Day Routine .............................................. 21 TRAVEL .............................................................. 22 Transport ............................................................. 22 Drop Off & Pick Up ............................................... 22 School Zone Speed Limits .................................... 22 COMMUNITY ....................................................... 23 Parent Forums ..................................................... 23 Volunteering ...................................................... 24 Before and After School Care .............................. 25 APPENDICES ....................................................... 26 Uniform Shop List ............................................... 27 Equipment Lists .................................................. 29 Flexischools ......................................................... 32 Opal Card ............................................................ 33


Dear Parents, Friends and Students

Welcome to the St Gregory’s College Community. 2018 will be another historical year for St Gregory’s College’s 92nd Year. This will be a new experience for the College where we will see the commencing of boys and girls from Kindergarten to Year 6. The experience of starting at a junior school brings a mixture of emotions for everyone including both students and parents and even more so on this historic occasion. Many students are leaving the comfort of their current primary school where they knew everyone, to a new College where they don’t know anyone. We will also have our first cohort of Kindergarten students, both boys and girls which will be a different transition for them, go from preschool to big school! Our aim at St Gregory’s College is to make this transition as smooth as possible so that the student will feel at ease. At St Gregory’s College, we encourage our students to achieve to the best of their ability in all areas of College life, through their engagement and learning in the classroom, the faith experiences that are offered, our sports program and a wide range of activities through our co-curricular program. I hope that you will also embrace the spirit and culture of the St Gregory’s College community and become involved in many aspects of College life. I trust that your association with our College community will be an enriching experience for both your family and your children. I look forward to meeting and speaking with each of you personally in the near future. Best wishes, Damien Millar Headmaster


Welcome to St Gregory’s College Junior School!

We are about to embark on an exciting journey as we begin the inaugural year of the Junior School. I congratulate you on selecting St Gregory’s College Junior School for your son or daughter. What an enormous privilege it is to be a part of this journey. There is a wonderful air of optimism and confidence about our future direction at the College. There is also a deserved acknowledgement of the firm foundations laid by our pioneers of St Gregory’s College from 1926, which has given the College such a wonderful reputation as a school of choice in the Macarthur area. I look forward to sharing with you the responsibility of shaping your child’s future during this part of their learning journey. As partners, parents and educators, we seek to maintain a balance between providing a nurturing, caring and supportive environment, while at the same time encouraging the students to experience and learn from failure. Creating a truly outstanding experience for the students of St Gregory’s College Junior School will be our focus and centrepiece in 2018. Fundamentally, our students need to feel safe, happy and to be learning. To achieve this, there has to be a balance between the academic, pastoral and co-curricular experiences. We will not waver in our commitment to establishing consistently high expectations for our students. Ultimately, this is about giving our students the attributes, experiences and learning that makes them young people who display the Marist qualities as we develop young people with a ‘strong mind and gentle heart’. We want our students to begin their lifetime of learning with a sense of wonder and a spirit of inquiry. This Handbook is designed to provide a scope of information that will aid your understanding of the school’s operation. Welcome to St Gregory’s College Junior School Community. Joel Weekes Head of Junior School


MISSION STATEMENT

OUR STORY St Gregory’s College is a Catholic school founded by The Marist Brothers. It has its origins in the vision of Saint Marcellin Champagnat, a man dedicated to the education of children from rural areas of southern France in the 19th Century. The Marist College community lives out the vision of Champagnat by providing a school to serve the needs of students from the metropolitan, Macarthur and rural areas. OUR PURPOSE The purpose of St Gregory’s College is to provide and promote holistic education, which strives to enhance the spiritual, intellectual, social, cultural and physical potential of young people. Members of Staff seek to do this within a caring, safe and challenging faith community. OUR VISION We believe the St Gregory’s College family has a unique spirit with a sense of belonging and seeks to develop this even further. We take up the challenge to impart the qualities that will provide a source of strength to each individual, enabling them to take an active and responsible role in society in the spirit of the Gospel as expressed in the College motto: “As you sow, so shall you Reap”


A BRIEF HISTORY

St Gregory’s began on 3 February 1926. It was not a great start by any measure. The five Brothers on the staff had only two students to care for at the end of the first day! On the bright side, by the end of the year, the student numbers had climbed to ten. It was a very modest start to an initiative by Mr Thomas Donovan. Thomas Donovan and his family were generous benefactors to the Catholic Church. In the early 1920’s he contacted the Marist Brothers about starting a school aimed to help boys learn farming skills to enable them to have careers on the land. This goal suited the Brothers whose philosophy was grounded in the education of young people in rural areas. However, when the original project failed to gain support, Donovan suggested that the Brothers start a College, similar to the Benedictine Colleges in England. Donovan provided use of the Campbelltown property to the Brothers as well as the name of the new College, St Gregory’s. The foundation Principal in 1926 was Br Felix. However, he was recalled to his position at St Joseph’s College at Hunters Hill even before the end of his first year. Br Laurentius, who was on the staff, took over the position and remained as Principal until 1933. Br Laurentius was a young man at only 27 years old. However, he suffered from ill health and carried the burden of pioneering a new school without mains electricity or a reliable supply of water. Although enrolments had climbed to around 50 students, the effects of the Great Depression saw enrolments tumble to ten students and sadly Br Laurentius passed away after a long illness. The College was threatened with closure.

Br Antoninus was appointed the new principal and he steadily led the College during the devastating Depression years. It was he who introduced school uniforms, the College crest and began negotiations to have the school registered as the first Catholic agricultural college in New South Wales. In 1937, a new Principal was appointed who was to dramatically shape the future identity and character of St Gregory’s. Br William Molloy had been a successful leader in several Marist schools before he came to St Gregory’s. He reinvigorated the College and was finally able to get the College registered as an agricultural high school. Br William was also responsible for choosing the College’s motto: Quae Seminaveris Metes which when translated from Latin means ‘What you sow, so shall you reap’. He was also the first to keep a detailed history of the College. Enrolments rose steadily but the threat of Japanese invasion of Australia during the Second World War saw numbers rise dramatically. Br Ambrose Brady led the College during the latter half of these difficult war years before Br William returned to resume leadership. Br Valens Boyle and Br Angelus McKinnley followed Br William in directing the fortunes of the College in the early fifties and the College was stretched to its capacity with over 226 boarders. In 1957 the College welcomed back its first ex-student Principal. Br Coman Sykes ushered in a new period of growth and development with energy and enthusiasm. Ovals were levelled, the swimming pool was started and in 1962 the College chapel was opened. The chapel was built as a result of the generosity of the old boys. Mr Len Sykes, in a massive fund raising tour, rallied ex-students across New South Wales to support this project. Br Anselm became Principal at the start of big changes in the 1960’s. At that time the Campbelltown area was booming with a growth rate of 13% compared to the state average of 2%. The Wyndham Scheme gave us six years of secondary education and this meant an extra year at school. The result was a great demand for places at St Greg’s. The number of day boys soon challenged those of the boarders. Br Anselm built a new class room and dormitory block in 1963 and kept going. It seemed each year a new project was being undertaken. Br Anselm, a big man in size as well as character,


unfortunately contracted cancer and died in May, 1970. He had led the College through a period of unprecedented change and growth. In the years ahead Br Charles Howard, Br Frederick McMahon, and then Br Clarence Cunningham, Br Ernest Houston, Br Geoffrey Schwager and Br William Connell followed as Principals. Each, in their own unique style, contributing towards the vision and growth of the College. Each man left behind buildings as monuments to their vision for St Gregory’s. For much of the 1990’s the College was led by Br Paul Hough. During this time he built new boarding houses for the junior years and the school’s reputation was enhanced through success in public speaking, oratory, musicals and agricultural competitions. In 2001 Mr Marshal McMahon was appointed as the first lay Headmaster of St Gregory’s. He followed in the footsteps of his predecessors in building the best facilities for the boys at the College and followed the wish of the founder of the Marist Brothers, Marcellin Champagnat, who wanted to ‘make Jesus known and loved’. In 2008 Br Peter Pemble began the year as Headmaster but poor health ended his tenure prematurely and Mr Tony Fitzgerald acted in the role. In 2009, Mr Damien Millar assumed this important role in the College and under his leadership the College has undergone an extensive rebuilding program. In 2010 a new outdoor recreation area was built adjacent to the boarder’s refectory and a new amenities building and undercover barbeque area were constructed beside No. 1 oval. In 2011 the Industrial Arts and Visual Arts blocks were completed. This was followed quickly by the refurbishment of the Science laboratories and preparation areas and the fit out of a new gymnasium under the new Industrial Arts block. In 2013 the former Science and Industrial Arts areas were transformed into new general classrooms and music classrooms respectively. In 2014 construction of the new hall was begun with completion in April 2015. In 2016, the College community welcomed an announcement from his Most Reverend Bishop Peter Ingham that St Gregory’s College will build and operate a co-ed Junior School in 2018. Building of the Junior School commenced in 2017 and an enrolment process for its first cohort of students has been underway and ready for 2018. In early 2017, the College refurbished the Boarders Refectory, which soon became the new Boarder’s Dining Room, name the Donovan Centre, which is now in operation. A new Learning Centre was opened and blessed as The Marian Centre in 2017 and is now in operation.


JUNIOR SCHOOL CONTACTS

HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL OFFICE Head of Junior School - Mr Joel Weekes Email: [email protected] Phone: (02) 4629 4194

JUNIOR SCHOOL RECEPTION Administration Officer – Jana Stevens Phone: 4629 4222 Email: [email protected]

Personal Assistant— Daniela Romeo Email: [email protected] Phone: (02) 4629 4222

STUDENT SERVICES Administration Officer – Jana Stevens Phone: 4629 4222 Email: [email protected]

ENROLMENTS College Registrar —Mrs Kate Stott Phone: (02) 4629 4269 Email: [email protected]

UNIFORM Uniform Shop (Noone) - Mrs Sandra Landrigan Tuesday and Thursday (during Term) Time—8:00-4:00pm Phone: (02) 4629 4270 Email: [email protected]

FEES Accounts Receivable Officer (Fees): Deanna Pirovano Phone: (02) 4629 4112 Email: [email protected]

OOSH ZONE Director – Cherie Milgate Telephone: 0467 866 256 Email: [email protected]

Please note that the Junior School Reception Telephone Number will change in 2018. The number listed above is the St Gregory’s College main reception telephone number.

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TERM AND IMPORTANT EVENT DATES FOR 2018

TERM 1 29 January 2018 Kindergarten Initial Assessment 30 January 2018 Kindergarten Initial Assessment 30 January 2018 Year 1 to Year 6 Commence 31 January 2018 Kindergarten Initial Assessment 1 February 2018 Kindergarten Students Commence 1 February 2018 Kindergarten Welcome Morning Tea 2 February 2018 K-6 Assembly 5 February 2018 Year K-6 Individual Photos 7 February 2018 Junior School Opening Mass 15 February 2018 Swimming Carnival 23 February 2018 New Parent Cocktail Evening 27 February 2018 K-2 Parent Forum 13 March 2018 Year 3-6 Parent Forum 22 March 2018 Parent/Teacher Interviews (Day 1) 27 March 2018 Parent/Teacher Interviews (Day 2) 29 March 2018 Easter Liturgy and Easter Hat Parade 13 April 2018 K-6 Assembly 13 April 2018 Term 1 Concludes TERM 2 30 April 2018 All Students Return 4 May 2018 K-6 Assembly 9 May 2018 Junior School Mass 9 May 2018 Mothers Day Breakfast and Liturgy 11 May 2018 Mothers Day Stall 15 May 2018 NAPLAN 16 May 2018 NAPLAN 17 May 2018 NAPLAN 18 May 2018 K-6 Assembly 25 May 2018 Grandparents Day 29 May 2018 K-2 Parent Forum 1 June 2018 K-6 Assembly 6 June 2018 Junior School Mass 8 June 2018 Student Free Day 11 June 2018 Student Free Day and Public Holiday 12 June 2018 Students Return 12 June 2018 Year 3-6 Parent Forum 15 June 2018 K-6 Assembly 20 June 2018 Junior School Mass 22 June 2018 Student-Led Conference (1) 26 June 2018 Student-Led Conference (2) 29 June 2018 K-6 Assembly 29 June 2018 Report Distribution 29 June 2018 Term 2 Concludes


TERM 3 23 July 2018 All Students Return 27 July 2018 K-6 Assembly 30 July 2018 Junior School Athletic Carnival 1 August 2018 Junior School Mass 1 August 2018 Year 3 & 4 Camp Myuna Bay (Day 1) 2 August 2018 Year 3 & 4 Camp Myuna Bay (Day 2) 3 August 2018 Year 3 & 4 Camp Myuna Bay (Day 3) 10 August 2018 K-6 Assembly 14 August 2018 K-2 Parent Forum 15 August 2018 Junior School Mass 20 August 2018 Book Week 21 August 2018 Tim Harris Author Visit 23 August 2018 Book Character Parade 24 August 2018 Student Free Day – Staff Development Day 27 August 2018 Student Free Day – Staff Development Day 28 August 2018 Year 3-6 Parent Forum 31 August 2018 Father’s Day Breakfast 31 August 2018 Father’s Day Stall 4 September 2018 Parent/Teacher Interviews (Day 1) 6 September 2018 K-6 Photo Day 7 September 2018 K-6 Assembly 12 September 2018 Junior School Mass 13 September 2018 Parent/Teacher Interviews (Day 2) 13 September 2018 Year 3-6 Public Speaking Final 19 September 2018 Year 5 & 6 Camp Bathurst (Day 1) 20 September 2018 Year 5 & 6 Camp Bathurst (Day 2) 21 September 2018 Year 5 & 6 Camp Bathurst (Day 3) 21 September 2018 K-6 Assembly 26 September 2018 Junior School Mass 27 September 2018 K-2 Public Speaking Final 28 September 2018 Term 3 Concludes TERM 4 15 October 2018 Term 4 Commences 19 October 2018 K-6 Assembly 24 October 2018 Junior School Mass 2 November 2018 K-6 Assembly 6 November 2018 K-6 Parent Forum 7 November 2018 Junior School Mass 15 November 2018 Year 5 Leadership Day 16 November 2018 Student Free Day – Staff Development Day 19 November 2018 Student Free Day – Staff Development Day 21 November 2018 Junior School Mass 23 November 2018 K-6 Assembly 29 November 2018 Celebration of Learning 3 December 2018 K-6 Christmas Service 6 December 2018 Report Distribution 6 December 2018 Term 4 Concludes


COLLEGE CREST

SYMBOLS

Marist Symbol

An interwoven A and M crowned with stars – Ave Maria crowned with twelve stars (cf Revelations

12:1) highlights the place Mary, the mother of Jesus, has in the life of this College.

Sheaf of Wheat

The College was founded as an agricultural College for boys. This symbol also provides a link with

the College Motto.

Motto

“Quae Seminaveris Metes” - "As you sow, so shall you reap"

(cf Galatians 6: 7) It means that your deeds, good or bad, will repay you in kind.


ACADEMIC LIFE

The Junior School seeks to educate the whole student, focusing on the total growth of the developing child, touching hearts as well as minds and encompassing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs in addition to academic development. Each student deserves to work at the edge of their competence, to be challenged and stretched so that they can grow. The students’ needs are met by a differentiated, inquiry based curriculum, taught and delivered by motivated, creative and caring classroom teachers. When students are engaged in inquiries that matter to them they can connect the concepts that they are learning about and apply what they have learned to their own lives. Creating an atmosphere in which students are engaged takes a certain attitude, as well as effective teaching skills. Teachers at St Gregory’s Junior School appreciate their challenge to be the designers of learning so that each student is engaged, inspired and challenged.

In a classroom of ‘engaged’ students you will see a teacher who is aware of where the students are. Providing just-in-time feedback involves a teacher who moves around the room, kneeling or sitting with students, listening in on discussions, conferring with individuals and recognising when students are in need of guidance. High expectations and challenges must be balanced with the right amount of support, geared towards helping

students to think. Skilfully checking-in can inspire students.

At a subject discipline level, our curriculum contains the following elements: ENGLISH

Reading and viewing

Writing and Representing

Grammar, Punctuation and Vocabulary

Spelling

Handwriting and Using Digital Technology

Speaking and Listening (Communication)

Thinking Imaginatively and Creatively

Expressing Themselves

Reflecting on Learning MATHEMATICS

Working Mathematically

Number and Algebra

Measurement and Geometry

Statistics and Probability SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Working Scientifically

Working Technologically

Natural Environment

Made Environment

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PDHPE)

Personal Health Choices

Interpersonal Relationships

Safe Living

Games and Sports

Gymnastics

Dance

Active Lifestyles

Growth and Development HISTORY

Personal and Family Histories

The Past and the Present

Australian History: Community and Remembrance, First Contacts

Australian History: Colonial and National GEOGRAPHY

Places

People and Places

People, Places and Environments

People, Places and Environments in the World CREATIVE AND PRACTICAL ARTS

Visual Arts

Music

Drama


RELIGIOUS EDUCATION At St Gregory’s College the compulsory study of Religious Education is one way that the College commits as a part of the Marist community and wider Catholic Church. The College follows the curriculum endorsed by the Diocese of Wollongong and the Archdiocese of Sydney. This curriculum incorporates the Scriptures, Church Traditions, God and Creation, Prayer, Liturgy and the Sacraments. Religious Education is supported by strong faith formation, liturgical and sacramental programmes to help our students enter into a relationship with their God. In partnership with parents, we hope to produce young children with strong minds and gentle hearts, able to respond to the realities of their world in faith, hope and love. MASS

The students at St Gregory’s College Junior School will be a part of the St Gregory’s College community through Mass attendance at various celebrations of the College such as the Feast of St Marcellin Champagnat and the Feast of St Gregory. Throughout the year, students of the Junior School will regularly attend liturgical celebrations as part of the Catholic faith including Ash Wednesday Liturgy, and Mother and Sons Liturgy. As seen in the Calendar, Junior School Mass is fortnightly and will be led by Fr David Catterall. All parents are welcome to attend. INFORMATION COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY (ICT) The Junior School will use ICT as a tool in the classroom. The primary focus is on developing strong, authentic and meaningful lessons. If this means to use an IT platform to get the best outcome for the students, than this will be the tool for the lesson. Alternatively, it may also be best to use old fashioned pen and paper! Our students will have access to iPads and desktops in the Junior School. These will be used and under the complete direction of the classroom teachers. All devices will remain on campus and will not go home with the with the students. AN INCLUSIVE MODEL At the Junior School, we believe in an inclusive model to support the needs of our students. As you can imagine, we will have a wide variety of needs in each classroom from extremely high achieving students through to students who need additional support in the classroom. Through the use of a differentiated model and effective use of support staff, we will implement an inclusive model to challenge each student at the edge of their competence.

The support offered in class will be fluid and be dependent on the lesson being taught and the needs of the students of that class. HOME LEARNING (HOMEWORK) Home learning is a vital component of school life. As student’s progress through the Junior School, the amount of time spent on home learning will increase. At St Gregory’s, our guidelines below reflect our foundational beliefs about teaching and learning and include an emphasis on inquiry, the ownership of learning by the students, and the importance of conceptual understanding. The following table provides an indicative guideline of an expected time a child might spend on home Learning tasks from Monday to Thursday.

Year Group/s Time Allocation for Home Learning

Kindergarten 10 minutes per night

Years 1 and 2 15 – 20 minutes

Years 3 and 4 20 – 25 minutes

Year 5 and 6 30 minutes

INTERVIEWS AND REPORTS A full school report for K-6 students is provided at the End of Term 2 and Term 4. These contain teacher comments, achievement and effort ratings with an emphasis on success and future growth. Parents will be invited to attend a Parent-Teacher Interview in Term 1 and Term 3 to discuss progress. Interviews can be made with a teacher also during term time by contacting reception or the teacher personally. Student-Led Conferences will take place in Term 2. The philosophy behind this approach is to provide the students with ownership of their learning by sharing it with parents and caregivers.


CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

CAMPS AND EXCURSIONS All classes are involved in excursions or incursions that are designed to support the learning that is taking place within the classroom. All students in Years 3—6 are involved in overnight camps. Whilst the camps have educational outcomes, they are also an integral part of our social and leadership programs. Camps for 2018: Year 3 & 4—Myuna Bay (2 Nights/3 Days): 1 – 3 August 2018 Year 5 & 6 —Bathurst (2 Nights/3 Days): 19-21 September 2018

SPORT Sport is held on Wednesdays for all K-6 classes. Students will be able to wear their sports uniform every Wednesday. St Gregory’s College is a part of two sports associations, CEO Sport for Carnivals and Gala Days and IPSSO Sport (Independent Primary Schools Sports Organisation) for regular Wednesday competitions. SPORTS CARNIVALS All sports carnivals (Swimming, Cross-Country and Athletics) will be held at the College throughout the year. The representative pathway for our girls and boys is through the Wollongong Diocese representative carnivals. All parents are encouraged to attend the school carnivals and we would value volunteers to help with these carnivals also. IPSSO (Independent Primary Schools Sports Organisation). As an Independent Primary School, we will be entering teams into the IPSSO competition in 2018. This competition takes place against local Independent Schools on a Wednesday. The local Independent Schools are Broughton, Macarthur Anglican, St Peter’s, Wollondilly Anglican and Oran Park Anglican. As a small school, we will not be able to compete in all sports in the first year, so we have been given 4 sports (2 in Summer and 2 in Winter). Mt Annan Christian is also a new school that will compete in the other sports. As we grow in numbers, we will be able to compete in all 8 sports. In 2018, through the Summer competition, we will compete in Mixed Oz Tag and Boys Cricket. In Winter, we will compete in Mixed Newcomb Ball (Junior), Mixed Volleyball (Senior) and Boys Soccer. Mr Hayes will be our IPSSO Coordinator. HOUSE SPORT Every Wednesday will be sports day for K-6. Whilst we will have teams going off to compete in the IPSSO Competition, we will also have a House Sport system taking place at school.

This will look different for K-2 and 3-6 and the variety of sports will change regularly. The College is blessed with beautiful grounds and sporting facilities and the Junior School will use these of a Wednesday. A sports schedule for Wednesdays will be designed on a term by term basis.

CHOIR AND MUSIC TUITION

There will be a Choir at the Junior School. Mrs Limbrey will lead our Junior School Choirs and will ask for expressions of interest as the year commences. Music is a co-curricular activity that we encourage. As a beginning school, this will be outsourced to Bandamonium. This will be dependent on student interest and will be confirmed early in Term 1. Bandamonium will run two Bands. The first one will be a concert Band for students that already play a particular instrument. There will be a training Band for students who have not played an instrument, but would like to. The cost will be $14 per week which will include a Band Lesson and a Tutorial Lesson. Parents can hire instruments from Bandamonium, can buy them outright from Bandemonium or buy their own from another supplier. More information to come in early in Term 1 2018. CO-CURRICULAR As a part of our commitment to a holistic education, our staff will be leading co-curricular activities for K-6 students throughout the year. When an activity is being introduced by a staff member, this will be communicated to the school community and students will be able to sign up for this club or activity. Some of the activities that the staff will be running this year are:

Debating – Years 3-6

Chess – K-6

Choir – K-6

IPSSO Training/Sport 3-6

House Sport K-6

Art Club – K-6 (Junior and Senior Club)

Kids Club – K-6 (Various exciting lunch activities throughout the week)

Book Clubs – K-6

Public Speaking – K-6 (Junior and Senior)

Swimming Squad (Competitive swimmers by invite to join the Secondary Training Group)

Service Learning Programs And more as the year progresses . . .


WELLBEING AND PASTORAL CARE

PASTORAL CARE

School-based pastoral care refers to the total care of the individual. At St Gregory’s College Junior School we value each individual as a unique person and aim to develop within the person a strong faith, a love of learning and a belief in their self-worth. The College philosophy has as its foundation the principle that the primary form of pastoral care is good teaching, whether in the classroom, in the playgrounds, or on the sporting field. Pastoral care practices are based on Catholic values and a belief in the dignity of each individual. We strive to provide a safe and happy learning environment where all children can reach their potential. In keeping with the principles of Marist education, St Gregory’s College Junior School encourages a strong sense of community, which involves families and the wider community. It is clear that students develop most happily when the school and families are working together with common purpose and values. St Gregory’s College Junior School aims to be a community where:

there is joy and celebration

a sense of family is evident

students and teachers work together with common purpose

teachers have an active presence among the children

people pray and worship together

Jesus is known to the children

The pastoral care of students is the responsibility of all members of staff. At St Gregory’s College Junior School this is expressed through:

The development of quality relationships

The provision of quality learning experiences

The maintenance of an effective care network

The provision of outdoor education (camps)

The implementation of effective student management practices that foster self-discipline in the children

The provision of leadership opportunities for the children

The ongoing development of anti-bullying education, policies and processes

The support of those in need through prayer and assistance

The distribution of special awards to celebrate achievements and virtuous qualities

Through positive adult role modelling and restorative management practices we challenge students to live with courage and integrity, as exemplified by Marcellin Champagnat, founder of the Marist Brothers. Counselling services will be offered at the Junior School as a support for the children. Children can be referred by a staff member if they see fit. The counsellors have their own office area and sitting area to ensure privacy. Please see your child’s teacher if you wish counselling to take place with your son or daughter. STUDENT DIARY All Junior School students will be provided with a student diary. Not only is the diary used for students to note down their homework, it will also be used as a communication tool between parents and your child’s teacher. To get the most from this diary you child will use it in the

following ways:

Take it into class each day. Noting homework for each day/week. Get a parent/carer to sign the diary each week. Get a parent/carer to sign any notes written by

teachers. Show their teacher any notes from

parents/carer/staff.

Other Useful Diary Inclusions

A Collection of Prayers Marist Charisms Marist Learner Attributes (Award System)


HOUSE SYSTEM

Donovan (Gold) Kilian (Green)

“To Share with Generosity” “To be First, You must be a Servant”

Laurentian (Red) Molloy (Blue)

“Endurance Produces Character” “Stand Firm in your Faith, Act with Courage”


WELLBEING

HEALTH SERVICES The Sick Bay is a temporary holding bay for students who become sick during the course of the school day. Students who become ill during the day will be seen and, if necessary, parents/carers will be contacted to come and collect their child. If a student requires urgent medical attention, the parent/carer will be contacted for approval to refer their child for urgent medical treatment if required to the local hospital. It is also not expected that Junior School staff should deal with injuries that have occurred outside the Junior School, prior to the day e.g. at training the night before, or an injury at home. Students should not be sent to school if they are ill in the morning as there are no facilities to cater for sick students. Parents/carers or the emergency contacts will be contacted to collect the student. Students who become ill must report to their Classroom Teacher for referral to Sick Bay. MEDICATION/MEDICAL FORMS Parents/Carers need to ensure that if their child requires medication to be taken on a daily basis at school, that they have provided the Junior School with their child’s Medication Consent Form. This is the same form that all parents need to provide in the event that your child requires the administration of Paracetamol whilst at school, due to illness. Paracetamol will not be administered unless the school has a signed authority from a parent/carer.

MOBILE PHONES

The Junior School Policy in relation to mobile phones

is that students cannot carry a mobile phone in school

time.

If a student needs to contact their parent(s), they can

do so at the Junior School Office. Mobile phones

must be kept in the student’s bag or left at the office.

SCHOOL CANTEEN

The Junior School Canteen is operated by Alliance.

Student lunches need to be ordered online through

Flexischools (See Appendices for Information and

Instructions).

There will be no ordering of recess until the canteen is

fully functional.

MUNCH AND CRUNCH

Students will have a short break between 8.30 am and

10.30 am each day of the week, during class time

where they will be able to snack on a piece of fruit

during class.


UNIFORM REGULATIONS

UNIFORM The College has a uniform standard which each student is expected to maintain well. The uniform is not optional. It must be worn complexly by all students enrolled at the Junior School. There are three uniforms: Summer, Winter and Sports. It is College Policy that al litems of uniform are to be purchased from Noone Imagewear (located at St Gregory’s College) and not a third party. The only exception is footwear and students must wear black leather shoes as part of their uniform. For sport, students must wear white sports shoes. (Please refer to Appendix One at the back of this booklet for a list of uniform items). HAIR Students are required to wear their hair in a neat and tidy manner. Haircuts should be of an even grade. Hair should be well brushed and combed and it is assumed that hair will not be in such a condition as to invite comment. Be aware of the following:

Extreme styles, bleaching, colouring or dyeing of hair are not permitted.

There will be no undercuts or steps.

Nothing shorter than a number 4 comb is acceptable for short hair.

Hair should not extend below the eye brows.

Students who do not abide by the haircut requirements will be asked to fix the identified problem and not return to school until the issue is resolved.

Girls need to wear their hair neatly tied back into a ponytail or bun style. If girls have shorter hair please ensure that hair is neat in presentation.

The ultimate decision as to whether or not a hairstyle is appropriate for the Junior School will come from the Head of Junior School.

JEWELLERY The Junior School does not permit children to wear jewellery as part of their uniform. Earrings for girls are limited to only studs. No piercings such as nose/mouth/body are allowed. Boys are not permitted to wear any type of ear, nose, mouth or body piercings.


ADMINISTRATION

SCHOOL HOURS Student Drop Off Time: 8.00 am to 8.25 am Class Commences: 8.30 am Student Pick Up Time: 3.00 pm Please note that there will only be supervision before school from 8am to 8.30 am and in the afternoon from 3.00 pm to 3.30 pm. The Junior School Office operates from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm. ATTENDANCE Daily travel to and from the Junior School is considered part of your school day and all Junior School regulations must apply. Attendance on every school day is compulsory. Leave may be granted in special circumstances. All requests for leave of one week or more are to be addressed to the Head of Junior School Office. Students arriving at school after 8.30am must obtain a “Late Pass” from the front office and given to the Classroom Teacher on arrival. All partial absences, including lateness to School should be explained by a note from home. If you are not attending school on any given day, your parent/carer must ring the Junior School Office to advise the school of the reason for your absence. Legally, absences from school require a dated note of explanation on your return. The Junior School Office needs to be informed by telephone if the absence is likely to exceed two days. The law requires that a note with the signature of your parent or carer should be sent to the school and kept with the Roll for a significant period of time. Except in the case of obvious emergency, no student is to attend Sick Bay without first obtaining written permission from their Classroom Teacher.

LEAVE PROCEDURES Application for Extended Leave - 10 days or more If your child is going to be absent from the Junior School due to a family holiday for a period of more than 10 days to 100 days please complete the following form to apply:

Application for Extended Leave – Travel (Available from the Office). Please submit the completed and signed form to Daniela Romeo email: [email protected] or hand in to the Junior School Office. Application for Exemption from Attendance at School - Part/Full Days An application for exemption from attendance at school is required for:

Domestic circumstances, including but not limited to participation in family holidays during school term subject to being satisfied that this is in the best education interests of the child

Other exceptional circumstances such as health of the student where sick leave or alternative enrolment is not appropriate

Employment in the entertainment industry or participation in elite sporting events for short periods of time i.e. for one or two days and at short notice. Application for Exemption from Attendance at School Forms are available from the Junior School Office or downloaded from the website. Please submit your completed and signed form to Daniela Romeo - [email protected] or hand in to reception. A letter of approval and the Certificate for Exemption from Attendance at School or Certificate for Extended Leave will be sent via post and via email. The student's absence will also be noted. Student Absence / Early Departure - Less Than 10 Days If you would like to notify the Junior School that your child(ren) will be absent from the Junior School due to family, or other exceptional circumstances, please send a request in writing with your child or email the Head of Junior School, Mr Joel Weekes via email: [email protected]. For student absence or early departure please contact the Junior School Office. If the notification is urgent and is for a same-day early departure, please send a request in writing with your child or contact the office. When you pick up your child from the Junior School Office, a request in writing is required before a student can sign out of the Junior School.


http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/assets/pdf/our_students/Application_A2_Application_for_Exemption_from_Attendance_at_School_(1).pdf

http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/assets/pdf/our_students/Application_A2_Application_for_Exemption_from_Attendance_at_School_(1).pdf




THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL

Kindergarten students will attend the Junior School on Monday 29 January 2018, Tuesday 30 January 2018 or Wednesday 31 January 2018 where they will have an initial assessment on one of these days. Parents will receive a letter outlining instructions on how to book their child into one of the assessment days. Parents will be required to book in a time slot for their son/daughter to attend. The time required is 45 minutes. More information regarding this will be sent to Kindergarten parents via email separately. DAY ONE – KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS Kindergarten students will commence school on 1 February 2018 (8.30 am to 12.30 pm). These times apply for Kindergarten on 1 February 2018 and 2 February 2018. DAY ONE – YEAR 1 TO 6 STUDENTS Students in Year 1 to 6 will commence on 30 January 2018 8.15 am Students arrive at the Junior School and all teachers will be visible 8.30 am Students assemble in lines with their teacher and their class groups Welcome from the Head of Junior School and Teaching Staff Roll Call Class Allocation Tour of the Junior School 10.30 am Recess 11.00 am Class Time 1.00 pm Lunch 2.45 pm Bus allocation 3.00 pm Dismissal WHAT TO BRING ON THE FIRST DAY School Bag containing – recess, lunch, school hat, stationery package, water bottle and smile!

THE SCHOOL DAY ROUTINE

The following is the typical daily routine, which is to be followed at St Gregory’s College Junior School. There will always be some variations to this pattern, particularly in the area of practical subjects and specialist rooms – students should familiarise themselves with any variations as quickly as possible. Students will stand in two neat, silent lines outside the classroom. Student will greet their teacher at the beginning of the day. The day will commence with a prayer or blessing. School Day Routine – Monday to Friday Times: 8:30 am - 10:30 am Class Time (2hrs) 10:30 am – 11:00 am Recess 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Class Time (2hrs) 1:00 pm – 1:40 pm Lunch 1:40 pm – 3:00 pm Class Time (1.5hrs)


TRAVEL

TRANSPORT Students using public transport will need to apply through NSW Transport – Opal Card Application. Information brochure is included in the Parent Handbook. Applications are to be made online at: https://www.opal.com.au/en/get-an-opal-card/ Once you apply for an Opal Card, this will be issued directly to the student’s residential address. Students travelling in St Gregory’s Junior School uniform will be allowed on buses and trains until their passes have arrived however, it is advisable for the student to carry some money in case it is required. It is most important that parents/carers contact bus companies to find out which bus their child needs to travel with. MORNING/AFTERNOON TRAVEL School Services run from local areas. Parents/carers should check the departure times with their local bus companies. A regular bus service runs from Campbelltown Station in the morning. The last bus leaves at 8.10am from the St Gregory’s College side of the station. Buses depart from the College to Campbelltown Station in the afternoon. On occasions, there are delays with public transport and students may miss the last bus to the Junior School. A child who misses the last bus should firstly phone their parents/carers, who can then advise the Junior School Office of the situation. If your child travels on public transport to school, it would be wise for your child to carry the Junior School Office telephone number in their wallet or bag.

TRAIN TRAVEL AND SAFETY Children are asked to travel in the same carriage as older students, and particularly senior students. They are to remain in their seats and to follow the guidelines set down by the NSW Transport. When travelling in school uniform, the Junior School rules apply. All students are expected to behave in an appropriate manner. STUDENT DROP OFF AND PICK UP Student Drop Off Time: 8.00 am to 8.25 am Class Commences: 8.30 am Student Pick Up Time: 3.00 pm YARD SUPERVISION Students are supervised in designated areas before school, recess and at lunch. Out of Bounds areas are not supervised and students found in these areas will be disciplined. Morning supervision begins at 8.00am. No students should be arriving before this time unless they are attending OOSH Zone. There is no supervision after school except for activities organised by teaching staff. SCHOOL ZONE SPEED LIMITS To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all persons, all visitors and parents are asked to observe the School Zone Speed Limits during the specified hours before and after school. The speed limit around schools is 40km.

https://www.opal.com.au/en/get-an-opal-card/


COMMUNITY

PARENT FORUMS

St Gregory's College Junior School will be having Parent Forums to provide an opportunity for parents to come together as the St Gregory’s Community, which provides them with an update from the Head of Junior School and staff on a variety of Junior School matters. Each Forum will discuss different topics and parents have the opportunity to raise issues or concerns that they may have. Please note that these forums are not dedicated to discussing a child’s individual performance, the opportunity for this is during parent/teacher interviews or making an appointment with your child’s Classroom Teacher. Parent feedback received from these sessions is positive and parents have found them to be of great value. They give them the opportunity to voice their opinion and discuss matters across a wide range of school related subjects. These forums will be held once a term in Kindergarten to Year 2 and Year 3 to Year 6 with a session in the morning and one in the evening so that parents can attend either session. The sessions will be held in the Hermitage Room within the Br Luke Hall. K-6 - Parent Forum Dates for 2018 Term 1 K – Year 2 27 February 2018 - 9am and 6.30pm Year 3 – Year 6 13 March 2018 – 9am and 6.30pm Term 2 K – Year 2 29 May 2018 – 9am and 6.30pm Year 3 – Year 6 12 June 2018 – 9am and 6.30pm Term 3 K – Year 2 14 August 2018 – 9am and 6.30pm Year 3 – Year 6 28 August 2018 – 9am and 6.30pm

Term 4 K – Year 6 6 November 2018 – 9am and 6.30pm


VOLUNTEERING AT ST GREGORY’S COLLEGE JUNIOR SCHOOL

In addition to the commitment of the St Gregory’s College Junior School executive, teachers and support staff, we need strong community partnerships. Parent and Carer volunteers play a critical role in this effort. From time to time the Junior School will conduct a variety of programs and events that require additional assistance from parents and carers. At the beginning and throughout the year, a list of program and events that require additional support by parents will be sent to parents to express an interest in volunteering. This means that we are able to offer students a variety of experiences that cannot be successful without parent and carer support. The Junior School office will contact all parents by email to announce the planned activities for the year ahead together with an “Expression of Interest to Volunteer Form” and procedures and expectations of parents and carers who would like to volunteer. A Volunteer Booklet outlining procedures and expectations will be given to parents who volunteer at various events. These programs and events will be morning teas, reading groups, open day, excursions, grandparents day and other events which will be advertised throughout the year. Expectations for being a volunteer: All volunteers must have or be able to obtain a Working With Children Check Number. This is important so that our school takes important steps to help create a safe environment for our children. The Junior School will provide parents with an application form and information on being a volunteer at the beginning of the school year in 2018.


BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Oosh Zone Australia Pty Ltd, a provider of Outside School Hours Care have entered into an agreement with St Gregory’s College to establish a service on the school site at Gregory Hills. Oosh Zone will offer both Before and After School Care exclusively for St Gregory’s Junior School Students commencing Term 1 2018. The beauty of using an onsite service is the children will not have to travel offsite via buses to other after school care centres, as they will remain in the school environment in which they are familiar.

Before School Care Hours 6.30am – 8.00am including breakfast $22 After School Care 3.30pm – 6.30pm including afternoon snack $30

To help with child care costs, the Australian Government offers two types of financial assistance: the Child Care Rebate (CCR) and the Child Care Benefit (CCB). Parents may be entitled to one or both of these forms of assistance. Oosh Zone follows the National Quality Framework for Outside of School Hours Care and adheres to all relevant industry and workplace legislation. Staff are employed for their industry experience, training and suitability for working with school-aged children. Morning programs will include indoor passive activities such as craft, drama, construction activities and board games. After a structured school day it is important for children to have a chance to relax and participate in the activities they want to do. The after school program offered to the children will include a balance of outdoor play and active games, sport, craft, construction activities, toys and board games. There would be a weekly theme within the program to keep children interested. If you are interested in receiving more information or enrolling your child please email [email protected]. A program supervisor from Oosh Zone will then contact you directly with more information. An enrolment form is available to download the St Gregory’s College Junior School website http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/oosh-zone. Cherie Milgate Director OOSH Zone Australia

Outside of School Hours Care

St Gregory’s College Junior School

Gregory Hills

Ph: 0467 866 256

Email: [email protected]

ABN: 54 167 607 212


http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/oosh-zone



APPENDICES

UNIFORM SHOP APPENDIX 1 STATIONERY ORDERING AND APPENDIX 2 STATIONERY AND EQUIPMENT LISTS APPENDIX 2 FLEXISCHOOLS APPENDIX 3 OPAL CARD INFORMATION APPENDIX 4


APPENDIX 1

ST GREGORY'S COLLEGE CAMPBELLTOWN

UNIFORM SHOP INFORMATION

Phone: (02) 4629 4270 / Email: [email protected]

SCHOOL UNIFORM POLICY It is College policy that all items of uniform are to be purchased from St Gregory’s College Uniform Shop and not a third party. The only exception to this is footwear. Trading Hours For a full list of opening times, please refer to the Uniform Shop Trading Days Calendar link located on the College website (www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au) under the Uniform Shop option. The standard opening times during term are:

DAY TIME Tuesday 8am – 4pm Thursday 8am – 4pm

Payment Methods All purchases from the Uniform Shop are to be paid by cash, cheque, credit card (VISA and Mastercard only) or EFTPOS. Please note that credit is not available at the Uniform Shop, nor can these purchases be added to the family’s school fee account. The account must be paid at time of purchase.

Name Tags Parents may purchase Name labels through the Shop. These tags are paid for at the time of ordering and are best ordered before the end of the school year. They can be purchased in lots of 50.

Purchasing of Uniform All NEW students will be allocated a personalised uniform fitting appointment to purchase their uniform from the uniform shop in November/December/January. Details will be sent out to new students early in Term 4. If the fitting time allocated is not convenient then an alternative time can be arranged by contacting Sandra Landrigan, the Uniform Shop Manager on telephone (02) 4629 4270.

Uniform stock is available from the shop at all times for immediate purchase or lay-by – no appointment for general business is required.

Experienced staff will assist students with their uniform requirements.

Extended trading hours will operate in January. Due to the high volume of store traffic in January, there are no pre-booked appointments during this time.

Uniforms may also be purchased by phone or email [email protected] using a credit card or online.

On-line Ordering




Noone Imagewear has an on-line ordering system available through their website. You may purchase all of your uniform requirements through the site, www.noone.com.au or by clicking on the following hyperlink which is displayed on the St Gregory’s College website: https://www.noone.com.au/shop/at/sgc/

Customers can nominate to ‘click and collect’ uniform items and your son can collect the prepaid items required directly from the uniform shop. Alternatively, you can choose to have the items delivered through Australia Post for a small charge. Online ordering is a service benefit designed for any additional uniform requirements through the year. Noone Imagewear is committed to offering the highest level of service to the St Gregory’s College community and their staff are always on hand to assist and advise students and parents on correctly fitted uniforms.

Second Hand Uniform

In future, there may be a good range of second hand uniform product which is available in the uniform shop for purchase at 50% of the recommended retail price of new uniforms. Families wishing to either donate or lodge second hand uniforms are welcome to download the Second Hand Clothing Lodgement Form from the College website. Donations are accepted at the discretion of the Uniform Shop Manager during normal trading hours.

Uniform Alterations

As an additional service, the Uniform Shop has an alteration service for blazer sleeves, trouser shortening, name labels sewing and minor repairs. Any uniform items which require alteration will be tailored with a one week turnaround (Thursday-Thursday). Costs are outlined in Uniform Shop price list.

Seasonal Changeover of Uniform

The Uniform Shop will also open in the Saturday before school returns at the beginning of Terms 2 and 4 to cater for the uniform changeover from Summer to Winter and vice versa. Trading hours on these days are noted above. Extended hours will also be available during peak periods and will be advertised on the College website.

Name on Uniform

The College name is embroidered on each item without the crest for example, trousers, jumpers, winter shirts, etc. These articles are considered part of the uniform and must be purchased from the College Uniform Shop only, in line with College policy.

School Bags / Sports Bag Junior School Bags must also be purchased from the Uniform Shop and must be free of graffiti, writing or stickers when bought to school. The bags have a limited guarantee on manufacturer defects. In the event the bag needs mending, you will need to present your receipt.

http://www.noone.com.au/

https://www.noone.com.au/shop/at/sgc/

OFFICIAL UNIFORM SUPPLIER TO

ST GREGORY’S COLLEGE CAMPBELLTOWN JUNIOR PRICELIST

PRICE LIST VALID TO 30th JUNE 2018

UNIFORM

SPORTS UNIFORM

Pullover 60 – 65 - 70 – 75 - 80 85 – 90 – 95

$ 72.50 $ 77.50

House Polo

$ 38.00

Sport Shorts $ 33.50 Rain Jacket - Optional $ 54.95 Sports Jacket $ 93.00 Summer Dress $ 69.95 Trackpants Winter Pinafore $ 99.00 Poly/Cotton with double knee $ 52.50 Stretch Microfibre Senior trackpant $ 52.50 Peter Pan Blouse $ 31.95 Sport Socks $ 12.00 Girls White Summer Socks 3 Pack $ 13.95 Navy Cotton Tights from

$ 16.95

MISCELLANEOUS

School Navy Bucket Hat $ 16.00 Boys Summer Shirt – Short Sleeve $ 33.00 Back pack – Large Uno Pak $ 48.50 Boys Shorts – Grey from $ 31.95 Back pack – Chiropak XL (Senior) $ 99.00 Sport Gearsack $ 19.95 Library Folio $ 10.00 Boys Winter Shirt - Long Sleeve $ 34.50 Hair Accessories from $ 9.95 Trousers from $ 45.95 Name Labels - Qty 50 (Pre-ordered Garment Labels

Iron On or sew on) $ 23.00

Grey Walk Socks with stripe $ 9.50 Boys Black Winter Socks 3 Pack $ 13.95 Tie $ 22.00 Name Labels Sew on Name labels PER LABEL $ 4.50 Girls Cross Over Tie $ 17.95

On Campus Trading Hours during Term Tuesday 8am – 4pm

Thursday 8am – 4pm Telephone: 4629 4270 Email: [email protected]

PRICELIST to June 30th 2018 JUNIOR

On Campus Trading Hours during Term Tuesday 8am – 4pm Thursday 8am – 4pm

Telephone: 4629 4270 Email: [email protected]

100 Badgally Rd, Gregory Hills, NSW 2557

(02) 4629 4222

On Line shop: https://www.noone.com.au/shop/at/sgc/

https://www.noone.com.au/shop/at/sgc/

St Gregory’s College Campbelltown

2018 Equipment List Online Ordering

HOW TO ORDER

Ordering your child’s equipment list online is quick and easy. The lists online have been checked by the school to they ensure they meet your requirements. You’ll find online ordering is very quick and cost effective. The service is provided by Office Products Depot Macarthur via a specialised schools online ordering site. Instructions:

Go to www.myschoolstore.com.au/stgregs

Click CREATE ORDER, enter your child’s name and select pre-loaded Equipment List from the drop down menu. Recommended quantities are pre filled but you can adjust the quantities.

Review your order and proceed to check out or add another student to your order.

Equipment will be delivered direct to your door, or ‘Click and Collect’ from Office Products Depot Macarthur at Smeaton Grange. Boarding students can elect to have the pack delivered to the school for them to collect upon arrival.

Order cut-off for delivery prior to day 1 of school is 12pm, Monday 22nd Jan 2018. Orders will still be accepted after this time but delivery cannot be guaranteed prior to the first day of school.

Ordering your Equipment List online has many benefits. St Gregory’s has worked closely with OPD Macarthur & myschoolstore.com.au to provide this ordering service. This is an optional service. The decision on where you buy the Equipment List items from is yours to make freely.

Online Ordering Benefits

o Teacher approved ‘pre-defined’ products with no ‘guess work’ required.

o Delivered direct to your door and full phone support from industry experts.

If you need assistance with anything related to your equipment list or how to order please contact us directly on 02 4648 2700

Office Products Depot Macarthur

Unit 15, 141 Hartley Road Smeaton Grange NSW 2567 PO Box 847 Campbelltown NSW 2560 Ph: 02 4648 2700 Fax: 02 4648 2800 ABN: 38 098 105 090 Cavan Enterprises Pty Ltd t/a Office Products Depot Macarthur

http://www.myschoolstore.com.au/stgregs


STATIONERY AND EQUIPMENT LIST K – 2

KINDERGARTEN YEAR 1 YEAR 2

Triangular 2B Lead pencils (Min 5) Triangular 2B Lead pencils (Min 5) HB Lead pencils (Min 8)

1 Packet of coloured twist up crayons eg Zoom

1 Packet of coloured twist up crayons eg Zoom

1 Packet of coloured twist up crayons OR pencils

1 Eraser 1 Eraser 1 Eraser

Glue Sticks (Min 2) Glue Sticks (Min 2) Glue Sticks (Min 2)

1 Crayola Safety Scissors 1 Crayola Safety Scissors 1 Scissors

1 Ruler 30cm 1 Ruler 30cm 1 Ruler 30cm

1 Pencil Case 1 Pencil Case 1 Pencil Case

1 Earphones or headphones clearly labelled



1 White A4 Insert Binder 50mm 2 D Ring 1 White A4 Insert Binder 50mm 2 D Ring 1 White A4 Insert Binder 50mm 2 D Ring

Box of Sheet Protectors Box of Sheet Protectors Box of Sheet Protectors

1 Pack of dividers 10 Tab 1 Pack of dividers 10 Tab 1 Pack of dividers 10 Tab

1 Visual Art Diary A3 1 Visual Art Diary A3 1 Visual Art Diary A3

4 Whiteboard Markers 4 Whiteboard Markers 4 Whiteboard Markers

5 Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 330x240mm 5 Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 330x240mm 6 A4 Exercise Books 10mm 128 Pages

1 A4 Botany Book 18mm 64 Page 1 A4 Botany Book 18mm 64 Page 2 Maths A4 Grid Books 10mm Grids 96pages

1 Handwriting Book 24mm 64 Page Dotted Thirds

1 Handwriting Book 18mm 64 Page Dotted Thirds

2 Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 330x240mm

1 Clear A4 Plastic Document Wallet 1 Clear A4 Plastic Document Wallet 1 A4 Handwriting Book 14mm Dotted Thirds 64pg

1 Blue A4 Plastic Document Wallet 1 Blue A4 Plastic Document Wallet 1 Clear A4 Plastic Document Wallet

2 Mini Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 165x240mm

2 Mini Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 165x240mm

1 Blue A4 Plastic Document Wallet

1 Write and Wipe Sleeve with Pen 1 Write and Wipe Sleeve with Pen 1 Packet of Coloured Markers

1 Write and Wipe Sleeve with Pen


STATIONERY AND EQUIPMENT LIST - YEAR 3 - 6

YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5

HB Lead pencils (Min 8) HB Lead pencils (Min 8) HB Lead pencils (Min 8)

1 Packet of coloured pencils 1 Packet of coloured pencils 1 Packet of coloured pencils

1 Packet of Coloured Markers 1 Packet of Coloured Markers 1 Packet of Coloured Markers

2 Erasers 2 Erasers 2 Erasers

Glue Sticks (Min 2) Glue Sticks (Min 2) Glue Sticks (Min 2)

1 Scissors 1 Scissors 1 Scissors

1 Ruler 30cm 1 Ruler 30cm 1 Ruler 30cm

1 Pencil Case 1 Pencil Case 1 Pencil Case

1 Earphones or headphones clearly labelled 1 Earphones or headphones clearly labelled


1 White A4 Insert Binder 50mm 2 D Ring 1 White A4 Insert Binder 50mm 2 D Ring

1 White A4 Insert Binder 50mm 2 D Ring

Box of Sheet Protectors Box of Sheet Protectors Box of Sheet Protectors

1 Pack of dividers 10 Tab 1 Pack of dividers 10 Tab 1 Pack of dividers 10 Tab

1 Visual Art Diary A3 1 Visual Art Diary A3 1 Visual Art Diary A3

4 Whiteboard Markers 4 Whiteboard Markers 4 Whiteboard Markers

6 A4 Exercise Books 8mm 128 Pages 6 A4 Exercise Books 8mm 128 Pages 6 A4 Exercise Books 8mm 128 Pages

2 Maths A4 Grid Books 5mm Grids 128pages 2 Maths A4 Grid Books 5mm Grids 128pages

2 Maths A4 Grid Books 5mm Grids 128pages

2 Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 330x240mm 2 Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 330x240mm 2 Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 330x240mm

1 A4 Handwriting Book 9mm Dotted Thirds 64pg



1 Clear A4 Plastic Document Wallet 1 Clear A4 Plastic Document Wallet 1 Clear A4 Plastic Document Wallet

1 Blue A4 Plastic Document Wallet 1 Blue A4 Plastic Document Wallet 1 Blue A4 Plastic Document Wallet

1 Write and Wipe Sleeve with Pen 1 Write and Wipe Sleeve with Pen Student Calculator – small 8 Digit

8 Piece Maths Set


YEAR 6 HB Lead pencils (Min 8)

1 Packet of coloured pencils

1 Packet of Coloured Markers

2 Erasers

Glue Sticks (Min 2)

1 Scissors

1 Ruler 30cm

1 Pencil Case


1 White A4 Insert Binder 50mm 2 D Ring

Box of Sheet Protectors

1 Pack of dividers 10 Tab

1 Visual Art Diary A3

4 Whiteboard Markers

6 A4 Exercise Books 8mm 128 Pages

2 Maths A4 Grid Books 5mm Grids 128pages

2 Scrapbook 100gsm 64pg 330x240mm


1 Clear A4 Plastic Document Wallet

1 Blue A4 Plastic Document Wallet

Student Calculator – Small 8 Digit

8 Piece Maths Set



APPENDIX 3

FLEXISCHOOLS - CANTEEN ORDERING

Step 1: Register Go to flexischools.com.au from your computer or mobile device. Login or register for an account and add your students to get started. For the cashless card: Link your student's existing Student ID Card to your new Flexischools account. After logging in to Flexischools, choose your student and select Setup Card Number and follow the prompts to link your student's card. Step 2: Top-up Top-up your account using VISA, Mastercard, PayPal or by direct deposit. We recommend topping up your account by $20. We'll email you a reminder when your account is running low. For the cashless card: Set a daily spending limit for your student. To ensure that your student always has funds available, we recommend setting an automatic top-up from your credit card. You choose what the trigger amount will be and also how much it will top-up by each time. For example: You can choose to set your account to automatically top-up by $20 whenever the balance is below $10. Step 3: Order and Pay Order from the range of school services which could include canteen, uniform shop, events, fundraisers, fee collection, photocopying and more. For the cashless card: Students present their existing student card to pay for purchases using the topped up funds in your account. Log in online to review and monitor their spending. Step 4: Review or Edit For canteen orders: Your order is now shown on the first screen along with your students. You can view, change or cancel the orders at a later time, by logging in again. You can also create a repeating order out of an existing order, so you never need to remember canteen day again! For other orders: You will receive an email confirmation or E-Ticket of your order. For the cashless card: Login to your account to view your students' purchases and\or update their daily spending limit. Registration Instructions - Free, easy, online registration. Step 1: Click the REGISTER button below. Step 2: Enter your email. Step 3: You will be emailed a link to an online form - follow the link. Step 4: Choose a username and password and complete the form. Step 5: Add each student and their class. Step 6: Top-up the account - VISA, Mastercard or Direct Deposit.

http://www.flexischools.com.au/

Introducing the School Opal cardThe School Opal card gives eligible students free or discounted travel between home and school using the train, bus, ferry and light rail services you nominate in your application.

Who can apply?To be eligible for a School Opal card, students may need to live a minimum distance from their school:

Years K-2 (Infants)

There’s no minimum distance.

Years 3-6 (Primary)

More than 1.6km straight line distance or at least 2.3km walking.

Years 7-12 (Secondary)

More than 2.0km straight line distance or at least 2.9km walking.

If you live too close to be eligible for free travel, you may still qualify for a SchoolTerm Bus Pass, which offers travel on buses between home and school at a discounted rate for the whole school term.

Customer centreCustomer careFeedback – customer careSee

Who needs to applyA new application is only required if the student has not had a School Opal card before.

If the student already has a School Opal card and is changing schools, campuses or home address, you will need to update their Opal card for the new school year before mid-December at apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts

How to apply Applications for next year open at the start of Term 4 this year.

Step 1Once the new school has confirmed your child’s enrolment, complete the application at transportnsw.info/school-students

Step 2 The school endorses your application.

Step 3 Once Transport for NSW has approved the application, a School Opal card will be sent to the address provided on the application.

A parent or guardian must apply for students 15 years and under. Students 16 years and over must apply for themselves.


Better togetherThe School Opal card is only for travel to and from school. So it’s a good idea to get a Child/Youth Opal card for travel after hours, on weekends or during school holidays.

Child/Youth Opal card benefits

• Concession fares across the Opal network

• Half-price travel after eight paid journeyseach week*

• $1 transfer discount for every transferbetween modes (train, ferry, bus or light rail)as part of one journey within 60 minutesfrom the last tap off †

• The Opal Transfer Discount doesn’t applywhen transferring between light rail andSydney Ferries.

• Set auto top up and link it to yourcredit or debit card so there's alwaysenough value on the card to travel.

Find out more and apply at opal.com.au or pick one up from an Opal retailer. To find one in your area visit retailers.opal.com.au

† The Opal Transfer Discount doesn’t apply when transferring between light rail and Sydney Ferries.

Secondary students aged 16 and over can travel with a Child/Youth Opal card when carrying a NSW/ACT Senior Secondary Student Concession Card, available from school and TAFE offices.

PrivacyThe personal information collected for the purposes of the Opal Ticketing System will be treated in accordance with the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (NSW) (PPIPA). For information on how we handle such personal information please refer to the Opal Privacy Policy published on opal.com.au

Terms of UseBy ordering, using a School Opal Card you agree to be bound by the School Pass Terms and the Student Codes of Conduct, available at apps.transport.nsw.gov.au/ssts.

For help in your language, call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450.

For more information call 131 500 or visit transportnsw.info/school-students


* Excluding Sydney Airport station access fee.

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