Term 1 - Week 4

A Message from the Principal

Dear Parents, Carers and Friends of Bethany,

Pope Francis’ Lenten message this year is titled Through the Desert God Leads us to Freedom. In this message he says: “The call to freedom is a demanding one. It is not answered straightaway; it has to mature as part of a journey.” Like all journeys worth undertaking, Lent invites us beyond ourselves, to venture out of the familiar and secure places, patterns, encounters, ways of thinking and praying. It calls us to thresholds, liminal experiences and moments that cause us to pause and contemplate, before courageously taking the next step towards hope and freedom.

May we remain united in prayer for an end to violence and the will to work for a lasting and just peace in Israel and Palestine. 

(Carmel Crawford - Mission Coordinator, Sisters of Our Lady of Sion, Australia)

NOW ENROLLING FOR YEAR 7, 2026

As we hold our Open Day on Tuesday March 5 from 3.30pm - 6.30pm it is always with immense pride that I watch our students talk about and reflect on their school. Open Day is a day where prospective students and their parents visit our College and watch what is happening, what our facilities look like but mostly they see how our girls relate to one another and their teachers and listen to what our students say about their school. With almost 300 students volunteering to participate in Open Day, this speaks to me about the pride that our girls have in their school, something that can never be measured nor taken for granted.

Already this year we have seen students try out for sports teams, participate in our lunchtime clubs, visit homework club after school or try out for public speaking. This speaks to me of students being engaged in their school and thus their learning. Please discuss with your daughter what she would like to be involved in at school as the year progresses.

Best wishes to our Public Speaking Team who will compete this evening in the CSDA Public Speaking Competition at St Vincent’s College Ashfield.

Over the last few years we have had some parents who have forgotten until after the due date to submit an application form for their daughter whose sister is already at Bethany. If you currently have a daughter in Year 5, please enrol her now. Applications are due by April 5.

I continue to be impressed with the calm start that students and staff have had in beginning this year. May this progress as class work schedules become more focussed towards assessments being due.

Robyn Rodwell

College Principal

From the Assistant Principal

The 2024 Bethany Open Day will be held next Tuesday March 5 from 3.30pm - 6.30pm, providing a wonderful opportunity for us to showcase our College and all that it offers to prospective and existing families. 

There has been a huge response from our students who wanted to give of their time and volunteer to help with Open Day. With about 300 volunteers, and a long list of students on a waiting list to help, I’m reminded of the generosity of our girls. All girls who are volunteering, need to be in their full school uniform including blazers. 

Students who are not assisting with Open Day will be dismissed from school at 1.30pm. Buses will depart for Hurstville from Croydon Rd and for Tuesday 5th only, students who catch the 947 from Hurstville Public School towards Ramsgate, will be able to catch the bus from Croydon Rd as well. The Rockdale bus will depart as usual from Forest Rd. 

Please be advised that whilst there will be no formal lessons between 1.30pm and 3pm, there will be supervision provided for any student who wishes to remain at school and is not involved in Open Day. If you require supervision for your daughter please contact the College via email on info@bethanyhurstvile.edu.au. The normal school buses will operate at 3.00pm for any students who remain at the College for supervision.

Our last two Tuesdays have marked significant milestone events in the Bethany calendar. On Tuesday 13th February we came together for our highly anticipated High Achievers Assembly. It was a momentous occasion filled with pride and celebration as we recognised the outstanding accomplishments of the Class of 2023 and in particular, those students who received outstanding results in the 2023 HSC. Their remarkable achievements stand as a testament to their dedication to learning, pursuit of excellence, and collaborative spirit.

Continuing in the spirit of community and inclusivity, we welcomed our Year 7 families and students at the Year 7 Welcome Mass on Tuesday 20th February. The girls received their bibles as well as their Bethany College badge, both important symbols of our school and faith. Thank you to the wonderful Bethany staff for organising and attending this event and thank you to parents for finding the time in your busy schedules to join us in support our Year 7 students in their transition into the spiritual life of our College.

Kristina Flanagan

Assistant Principal

Religious Education

Year 7 Welcome Mass

For the first time, Year 7 students of Bethany participated in an instructional Catholic Mass as their final welcome to Bethany celebration. This type of Mass has numerous benefits as many young Catholics may attend Mass regularly without fully understanding the significance of the rituals, prayers, and readings. An instructional Mass can provide explanations and insights into the various elements of the liturgy, helping students grasp the deeper meanings behind the prayers and actions. I thank Father Josh Whicker MGL from St Declan’s Penshurst who presided at this Mass and provided this tailored instruction. Fr Josh was exceptional in his ability to offer a deeper theological and scriptural connection for students through his gentle invitation of active participation during the Sacred Liturgy. By learning about and participating in the rich traditions of the Church, students can develop a sense of belonging to a larger faith community and deepen their commitment to their religious beliefs. It was a pleasure to teach my year 7 Religious Education class following this Mass whose curiosity about Catholicism had been ignited. I look forward to continuing to guide Year 7 through their Catholic faith journey, providing them with further faith formative opportunities and witnessing their spiritual development.

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Night Patrol- Vinnies Van Services

On any given night there are approximately 116,427 Australians who are experiencing homelessness, an increase of 14% since the 2011 Census.- ABS

This Friday, Bethany is privileged to participate in Vinnies Van Services, Night Patrol. During the school day, staff and students volunteered their time to make an assortment of fresh, nutritious sandwiches which will be distributed by Mrs Bullock, Mrs Nashed and four senior students to the vulnerable communities around Eastlakes, tonight. The clients whom we serve are very grateful for the food that is offered but are even more delighted to engage in friendly conversation. Bethany has been rostered for this initiative on one Friday per month and I encourage all students who are 16 years or older to become involved. Please email Ms Jones if you would like to participate. Whilst the response to the initiative has been overwhelmingly positive and every session has been staffed, students are welcome to place their names on Ms Jones’ waiting list.

Project Compassion

Ms Jones is working with the College Year Coordinators on internal fundraising activities for Project Compassion until the end of the Term . You may also offer your support via the online portal found here. We appreciate all contributions and thank you as we work towards our fundraising target of $10 000. 

St Michael’s Parish

Bulletin 25 February

Sara Camporeale

Leader of Religious Education and Mission

Wellbeing Update

SRC training afternoon Years 8-12

We are delighted to share the highlights of the recent Student Representative Council (SRC) Training that took place on Tuesday, 20 February. This session aimed to cultivate leadership skills, foster collaboration, and equip our student representatives with the tools needed to excel in their roles.

Throughout the training sessions, the newly elected SRC members delved into various aspects crucial for effective representation, including: leadership development, effective communication and collaboration. The girls collectively came up with a word bubble highlighting all of the qualities they wish to demonstrate as leaders in 2024. 

The girls ended the session in year groups, where they made plans for 2024 and set goals for their respective year groups. 

We are confident that this training has equipped our newly elected SRC members with the knowledge, confidence and skills needed to lead with compassion and justice in 2024. 

Year 7 SRC representatives will be elected in the coming weeks.

Perrin Jones

Student Leadership facilitator

Attendance Matters - every minute, every day

                                       Bethany Attendance goal 2024 is 95%

Attendance Weeks 1-3 at Bethany:

A reminder that if students are absent from school, parents are required to explain their daughter’s absence within 7 days. This is done through Compass by adding an Attendance note.

Parent education and support

Elevate Education has two final free webinars this term, the information is here.

The topics and dates are:

• 13/3 - how to make technology an ally (not the enemy)
• 27/3 - how you can help improve your child's memory

Parent engagement evening

 We will hold our first Parent evening on Tuesday March 12th from 6 - 7 pm in the College library. Our College counsellor, Dimity Blank, will present on the topic of:

“Unlocking the teenage mind: Navigating the adolescent brain”

Could you please fill this form out as your RSVP for catering purposes, however all are welcome on the night.

Building resilience in your adolescent

There are many challenges in and outside the classroom each day for students. Each of us reacts to and processes challenge differently. Increasing resilience levels allows a student to learn more effectively in the classroom and interact with their friends, peers and staff in a more positive manner. Included in this is teaching young people to take responsibility for their behaviour, accept consequences and move forward having learnt from the experience.

What is resilience?

Resilience is the ability of an individual to withstand, adapt to, or recover from challenges, setbacks, or adversity. It is the capacity to bounce back, learn from difficult experiences, and emerge stronger. Resilience is not about avoiding stress or difficult situations but rather about navigating through them effectively.

Tip #1 for increasing your level of resilience:

Self-talk: Become more aware of the messages you constantly send yourself. The little voice in your head can have a catastrophic impact on you if you let it. It can talk you into the blues, lower your self-esteem and build mountains out of molehills if you let it. Once you are aware of its impact you can switch it off or change its negative chatter to something a little more positive. Both take practice. It’s not as easy as it sounds altering the patter in your head but you can work at it.

Charlotte Buxton

Leader of Wellbeing

Teaching and Learning News

Revision Techniques

Over the next few weeks students will start engaging in a range of assessments including examinations. One question that students continuously ask is ‘how do I study for my exam’. Research shows that the more practice questions a student does, the higher the examination mark they receive. Whilst this may be stating the obvious, there are specific strategies that students can adopt to increase the effectiveness of their study.

Step 1 - The Open Book Phase

Practice questions should first be attempted using an ‘open book’ to answer. Students should refer to their notes, textbooks and solutions as they work through the first few practice exam papers.The notes should provide a ‘trigger’ to spark some part of a student’s working memory. This process will take time, so it is important that students do not worry too much about how low it takes to complete a question

Step 2 - The Closed Book Phase

The next series of questions should be attempted without the aid of notes and textbooks. Upon completion, students should make a checklist of the questions they could answer without their notes and those they experienced difficulty with. Creating a list will identify the areas that require further revision.

Step 3 - The Timing Phase

This step involves students completing questions under timed conditions without the use of notes. This could be done question by question or for whole sections of a practice exam. This process helps students become accustomed to the conditions of an exam. After completing the questions students should check their responses against their notes and identify any gaps in knowledge/skills.

Helpful tips

• Circle or highlight difficult questions, those questions you answered incorrectly, as well as those questions that address concepts that should be reviewed before the exams. Re-visit these questions in the week(s) leading up to the exams. Ask teachers for assistance.
• Cross out those questions that have been addressed and do not need to be reviewed so that you do not waste time revisiting questions that you do not need to.
• In relation to addressing the question students should highlight the relevant/keywords in the question and also know what the directive term/verb means (e.g. Outline vs Discuss, Explain vs Describe). This will help students to remain focused on what it actually wants them to write about.
• A simple strategy when answering short answer and essay questions is Think Plan Write (TPW). Think - about the question, look at its wording, highlight key terms, think about relevant concepts you have studied that connect to the question. Plan - take some time, even 15-30 seconds to note down some ideas relevant to the question, decide in which order you will respond to the question, which are your strongest points, how many examples will you use, which ones relate best to the question, which ones do you understand the best. Write - look at the marks allocated to the question, how long should you spend on it. A good rule of thumb is 1.5-2 minutes per mark. Look at the space given to answer the question. Don’t go too far over this as you should be able to answer in that space with careful planning. Read through your response once you are finished and edit. Check for spelling mistakes or grammatical errors. Fix any words that may be difficult to read.

NAPLAN

All Year 7 and 9 students will be completing their NAPLAN tests in Week 6 and 7 of this term (see schedule below). Students are reminded that they must have a charged laptop, wired headphones (NO wireless earpods) and downloaded the appropriate lockdown browser. Both year 7 and 9 have the lockdown browser download instructions shared with them and have been completing this in their homerooms since Week 3. Students with any technical issues should contact the IT department as soon as possible. Students need to bring their equipment for their other classes that they have on these days. Please remind your daughter’s that NAPLAN is one way of measuring the ability in reading, writing and numeracy. It should not be something that they worry about or try to study for.

Sarah Rowland                                                 Cameron Paff

Leader of Curriculum                                      Leader of Data and Growth

Technological and Applied Studies Kitchen and Workshop Policy

Dear Parents and Carers, 

Please be aware that in your daughter’s upcoming TAS lessons for the term, her teacher will be reading through a TAS Kitchen and Workshop Policy in regards to class work and her uniform requirements for practical lessons. Please read the below information in regards to the requirements for TAS lessons.

1. Students must ensure that they have all appropriate equipment for class – laptop, workbook, stationery, student planner.
2. Students must ensure that they have the correct footwear for any practical lessons held within the workshop or kitchen. This includes closed leather lace up shoes (black school shoes OR leather sneakers).
3. If students do not have the correct footwear for practical lessons, they are to remain in the classroom under direct supervision of the class teacher and may miss out on the practical component of that lesson.
4. Students must ensure that they have all other appropriate and correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for all practical lessons held within the workshop or kitchen. This may include but not limited to; aprons, hair nets, safety glasses, dust masks, no loose clothing (no cardigans, blazers or scarfs), jewellery to be removed, short, clean cut, unpolished nails and hair to be fully tied back.
5. If students do not comply with the required PPE of the practical lesson they may miss out on the practical component of that lesson.
6. If students are away for a theory lesson – students need to choose a peer in their class to obtain the missed work. It is expected that any work missed while absent is caught up on by the next lesson (unless it is the very next day). This includes school activities which require them to be absent from a lesson. 
7. Assessment notifications will be given to all students prior to an assessment being due. Students are expected to submit tasks on the due date. If they are away on the due date they must follow the School Assessment Policy as per student planner. 

If you would like to have a conversation in regards to these topics, please contact the TAS coordinator, Erin Rogers at school on 85660711 during school hours or email erin.rogers@syd.catholic.edu.au

Erin Rogers
Acting TAS Coordinator

Library News

Premier’s Reading Challenge has commenced

February 26 marked the start of the annual Premier's Reading Challenge for Years 7-10. The Challenge aims to encourage a love of reading for leisure in students and to enable them to experience quality literature. It is not a competition but a challenge for each student to read more widely. If students wish to take part or require more information, please sign up using the form on Compass or visit the Library if you are interested.

Book Club

We had a great first meeting for Book Club with many juniors and seniors eager to meet like-minded people who love books! We introduced ourselves and shared our favourite genres to read. Next week, students will be looking for a book on our shelves to recommend and will write a recommendation that will be displayed on our shelves.

Book Club takes place every Friday A during Lunch (juniors and seniors). The purpose is to provide an opportunity to share our love of reading with others, make new friends and participate in fun activities along the way. All are welcome!

Club Unwind

This popular club focused on wellbeing, will also be returning on Monday during Lunch, led by Mrs Brooker and Ms Barnes. This club offers a wonderful opportunity to relax and participate in mindful activities with others. It includes knitting, crocheting, colouring in or loom-band making. Students of all abilities are welcome. If you have your equipment, please bring it along, otherwise, you can borrow ours.

Alison Sladen

Teacher Librarian

From the School Counsellor

Belonging at Bethany

“True belonging doesn't require you to change who you are; it requires you to be who you are.” - Brené Brown

As parents, we want our children to feel connected, included and accepted at school, and intuitively recognise that this is likely to make them feel happier. Indeed, there is an abundance of research highlighting the importance of a student’s sense of belonging and connection to their school environment. School belonging has been linked with a myriad of positive psychological and physical outcomes, in addition to better school performance.

Parent support is an important factor underpinning a student’s sense of belonging at school. Parents can provide a safe, stable, and nurturing base at home as their children navigate the challenges of adolescence and peer relationships.  Moreover, students are more likely to feel connected to their school when parents demonstrate that they are supportive of, and value, education and learning. 

You can support your daughters’ sense of belonging at Bethany by:

• Try to model the value and importance of education and learning. Talk to your child about what they are learning at school, and why this might be important, helpful and/or valuable.
• Provide opportunities for your child to talk about any challenges at school, including with peers.
• Reinforce to your child that they are capable and can master their goals.
• If your child is struggling with a particular topic, validate this difficulty and help to reframe this as a challenge to learn.
• Try to highlight your child’s strengths, particularly when you see them in-use (strength-spotting; “I noticed that you kept going with that assignment even though it was difficult, that showed great perseverance”).

Dimity 

School Counsellor

Careers News

UAC NEWS - University Admissions Centre

Year 12 students: Your UAC PIN will be emailed to you in April to the address you registered with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). You'll need it to apply for uni through UAC and to get your ATAR.

Applications Open for 2024 to 2025 Domestic Undergraduate Admissions 3 April Applications open at 9am for:

Domestic undergraduate applications for admission

Schools Recommendation Scheme

Educational Access Scheme

Equity Scholarships

All of the University 2024 Open Day dates here

Scholarshipsdb

Find scholarships at all levels. A one stop scholarship shop. Refine your search to your own interests.

EmpowerHER STEM Summit The University of Wollongong

Applications Now Open Runs 16 & 17 April

This hand-on, two-day event, taking place during the April school holidays, is exclusively designed for fierce female students in Years 10, 11 & 12. Brace yourself for an exciting experience as we raise the STEM-bar for girls and ignite their passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM)! Students will journey through UOW's vibrant Wollongong Campus, the awe-inspiring Innovation Campus, and mind blowing Bluescope site. Accompanied by faculty, current students, and industry professionals, this event promises an enriching, yet collaborative experience.

WSU  Webinars - What Can I Study?

March 6-March 27

Live 2024 Webinar series will cover program-specific information as well as general topics about Western, applications, early offers and student life. These webinars are perfect for current and non-current school leavers looking to further their studies in tertiary education.

UNSW Year 12 Medicine Information Evening 12 March

MedEntry UCAT Workshop

UCAT ANZ

Candidates taking the UCAT ANZ in 2024 for entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand in 2025 should note these key dates. We do not make exceptions to these deadlines.

Scheme Opens 1st February 2024

Booking opens 5th March

Closing Deadline 17th May

Results delivered to Universities - early September 2024

Deadline times are 11.59pm AEST - Australian Eastern Standard Time

UTS Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) Co-op Scholarship

Applications for 2025 Open Around 35 full scholarship places are available for the UTS Bachelor of Accounting in 2025. This includes a tax-free scholarship of more than $55,000 each, two internships with different industry partners, and a graduate role after completion of your 3 year degree.

Two ex Bethany students from the Class of 2022 who were awarded this scholarship will present to Year 11 and 12 on Monday 4th March at lunchtime in the Theatre.

Reminder - Webinar - Day in the life of University of Sydney student

13 March - What is it like to study at the University of Sydney? What will your study to social life balance be like while undertaking your degree? Discover first hand from our students what a day in the life of at Sydney looks like, learn about study load, clubs and societies, support offered, internships, work placement and so much more.

University of Sydney Entry schemes and admission pathways Webinar

27 March - There's more than one way to gain entry to your dream degree at the University of Sydney. Our entry schemes and pathways help you make the most of your ATAR by recognising your circumstances, special high school achievements and other abilities and activities. Join us to find out more.

University of Sydney Webinar - Unlock your teaching dreams: education degrees & your path to success

27 March -  Do you have aspirations of becoming a teacher? Join our faculty experts to learn everything you need to know about our Education degrees. Get all your burning questions answered like how do I specialise as a certified science teacher? Can I teach music? and how do placements work? Don't miss this chance to chart your path towards a fulfilling career in education.

ANU Application Walkthrough, Early entry Q&A

19 March

Notre Dame Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Doctor of Medicine – Assured Pathway Webinar

3 April - Do you aspire to be a doctor? Join our School of Medicine to learn everything you need to know about our Assured Pathway to Medicine. The session is designed for year 11 and year 12 students from all around the world.

Reminder - UNSW Year 12 Medicine Information Evening

12 March -  Discover Medicine at UNSW. Join staff and current students to learn about the program, learning experience and admissions process

How to become an architect in Australia UNSW

By the year 2030, the world will need three billion new homes. What’s more, architects will have to create buildings that are ‘net zero carbon’, with sustainability, culture and people front of mind. It’s clear that architecture is essential for improving people’s lives – both now and in the future. So how do you become an architect in Australia? The short answer is study (a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree), professional experience, an exam, and professional registration. Ready to understand that journey in detail? Let’s take a look at how you can become an architect in Australia – and the advantage studying with UNSW will give you.

TAFE NSW | Bradfield Senior College Open Days

For HSC students interested in preparation for the creative industries - filmmaking, a career in design or visual arts, production or performance, Bradfield’s project-based learning in Year 11 can build specialisations and industry connections. Find out more at Open Days; 12 March, 9 April and 7 May. Register here: https://bradfield.nsw.edu.au/. 

Types of Apprenticeships and Traineeships

These are the different types of apprenticeships you can complete based on your circumstances and needs. When referring to ‘Australian Apprenticeships’, this includes apprenticeships and traineeships. Both combine learning at a training organisation and learning on the job.

Australian Training Company Traineeships and Apprenticeships

Australian Training Company (ATC) is excited to share our updated Traineeship & Apprenticeship vacancy list.

• No ATAR Required
• Paid Full-Time Employment
• Nationally Recognised Qualification
• Gain Skills & Industry Experience
• Career Pathway For Your Future
• Travel Concession Card

Get hands on experience, earn money and gain a nationally recognised qualification. Start your career today! Apply and view the full list of Apprenticeships and Traineeships, including requirements and benefits

ADCO 'Girls Who Build' - Careers Information Session for Years 10-12 | 21 March 2024, 5pm-7pm

Build A Career in Construction. Come and hear from a community of empowered women who are paving the way for future generations of female construction professionals. Connect with some Women of ADCO, mentors, and support networks dedicated to promoting gender diversity and inclusion in the industry. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/Hy5DXP6uPv.

NIDA School Holiday Classes

Open your creativity with NIDA’s holiday classes. Designed specifically for children and young people, NIDA offers a fun and supportive learning environment that unlocks creative potential and builds confidence.

Sydney Dance Company Holiday Program

15-26 April - Young dancers will have fun, develop their dance skills and be taught by the best in the industry at Sydney Dance Company’s Autumn School Holiday Workshops! Earlybird Offer: Book before 15 March using the code “AUTHOLS24” to receive 10% off.

Australian Theatre for Young People Holiday Classes

Early Bird Prices end 28 March Workshops start from 15 April  - ATYP creates school holiday drama workshops aimed to encourage and engage young people from Kindergarten to Year 12. Kids will make new friends, learn about performing, gain confidence and most importantly have a ton of fun in a safe and inspiring environment

Short Courses at AFTRS

Taught by experts - All of our short course tutors have recent, significant industry experience. Online and on-campus at our state-of-the-art facilities in Moore Park. Practical skills - Our diverse range of courses provide you with skills, knowledge and experiences that you can apply straight away

Sydney Design School Designer for a Day Workshop

11 July -  If you’ve been considering a career in interiors join us on campus for a day of exploration and creativity. Our Designer for a Day workshop has been developed for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 who want to find out more about a career in interior design. You’ll get hands on experimenting with colour, materials and 3D rendering tools. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded students and get to know our passionate Educators. Be quick to grab your spot, we have a maximum of 24 students per workshop. We hope to see you there!

Sydney Design School Interior & Property Styling Workshop

10, 11 & 12 July - Interior and property styling is a growth industry and a career that’s creative, fulfilling and where no two days are ever the same.  In this practical 3-day course you’ll learn the principles and techniques of styling a home to sell or stay. You’ll become a visual storyteller – sourcing, selecting and curating furniture, accessories and props to bring an interior space to life. We have developed this course in partnership with Huntley + Co, Sydney’s specialists in interior property styling hire. You’ll learn from Sydney Design School Educators in their inspiring showroom over three days. We will introduce you to the principles and techniques of styling and you will practice your newfound skills using their beautiful range of furniture and accessories.

Grandshake Virtual Work Experiences

Fun Virtual Work Experience programs for young people across Australia aged 14-19.

• Gain real-world industry skills • Real-world challenges designed by some of the leading national companies • Get exposure and recognition • Have your work recognised and the potential for it to be embraced by employers • Join a virtual experience anytime and anywhere for only a few hours a week • Build your microcredential portfolio by enrolling into our virtual programs.

Browse our catalogue of virtual work experiences and upskilling microprograms below, enrol in the one that's right for you, and get started today.

Melanie Bullock

Careers Advisor

School Photos

Dear Parents 

The second day for school photos will be held on Monday 4th March. This will involve Year 8, 10 & 11 students. Please order your photos prior to the day. 

For those students in Year 7 & 9 who may have been absent for the first photo day - they can have their photo taken as well. This will also be the final day for sibling photos. 

To order photos visit:  www.advancedlife.com.au 

School code: HZC FK4 YXH

School Vaccinations

Dear Parent/Guardian, 

If your child is in Year 7 or Year 10 in 2024, you can provide consent online for school vaccinations. 

Attention: Year 10 will be held on Friday 15th March - consent needs to be provided before the day. 

Year 7 will be held on Friday 16th August - consent needs to be provided before the day.

In Year 7, students are offered free vaccines for diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (dTpa) and human papillomavirus (HPV). In Year 10, students are offered the meningococcal ACWY vaccine. Vaccination will only be provided at school if consent has been received. 

Online consent will only be accepted if provided through the NSW Health School Vaccination Program portal. Consent should not be provided to the school via email or other electronic form submission. 

How to provide consent: 

1. To complete online consent for your child’s school vaccinations, visit: engage.health.nsw.gov.au
2. Follow the steps to log in to your existing ServiceNSW account. This is the same account you may already use to renew your driver’s licence. If you do not have a ServiceNSW account, refer to ServiceNSW to create one. 
3. Update or confirm your personal details as required. 
4. Complete the School Vaccination Consent Form for your child/ren. You will need to:   
5. Enter your child’s personal details 
6. Provide the Medicare card details for you and your child   
7. Read the linked Parent Information Sheet and privacy statement 
8. Provide consent   

Detailed instructions can be found on the NSW Health website. If you or your child do not have a Medicare card, consent can still be provided by requesting a paper consent form from the school. Produced by South Eastern Sydney Local Health District 

The benefits of providing consent online: 

• easily update your child’s details 
• receive SMS and/or email notifications when vaccinations are given 
• faster upload of vaccination records to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) 

For more information on routine school vaccinations, please visit www.health.nsw.gov.au/schoolvaccination . 

If you require information in your language, please visit www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/school_vaccination_language.aspx 

School Holiday Fun

Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) is providing a number of exciting opportunities for students to participate in the upcoming Term 1 holiday period.

These programs cater for all abilities and are designed to provide students with a holiday experience filled with joy, growth and unforgettable memories with their friends attending these active offerings:

• Fencing: Ages 8 - 16 year olds
• Golf : Ages 9 - 14 years old
• Table Tennis : Ages 9 - 15 years old
• Girls Football : Ages 8 - 12 year olds

For more information regarding these holiday camps please see the SCS Sport Website here.