School Information
Farewell and Welcome
Mrs Segatto (our Year 2 Blue teacher) is commencing Maternity leave from the beginning of Term 3. I am pleased to inform you that following a recruitment process, Miss Liv Marashlian has been appointed to the role of 2 Blue class teacher for the remainder of the school year.
Please join me in welcoming Miss Marashlian to our school.
School Photographs
School photographs will be taken in Term 3, on Thursday 7th August. Full winter uniform is to be worn. Envelopes, for ordering, and sibling photograph envelopes, will be sent home shortly.
Winter Appeal
Tubs have been placed in all classrooms. These will be collected weekly by Mini Vinnies students. Donations of blankets, jumpers, beanies, gloves and scarves would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Pupil Free Day
The first day of Term 3, Monday 21st July, is a pupil free day. Students will return on Tuesday 22nd July.
Lateness to School
Please be reminded that School begins at 8.45am each day. Students that arrive after 8.45am are marked as a 'partial absence' for the day.
Medication Policy for Students
Annual Updates
All medical plans supplied to the school need to be updated annually - ideally at the beginning of each school year.
Asthma and AnaphylaxisIf your child suffers from asthma and/or anaphylaxis, you must provide the school with a current Action Plan signed by your GP.
Asthma Medication
- Children are allowed to carry their asthma medication (e.g., puffers) on their person.
- Additionally, an asthma puffer must be kept in the school’s first aid kit.
- No other medication is permitted to be carried by students.
Prescription Medication
For students who need to take prescription medication during school hours, a “Request for School to Administer Medication” form must be submitted to the office along with the medication.
Parent/Teacher Interviews
These interviews will run from Monday 30th June - if you have not already done so, please use your Compass Conferences to book an interview. Interviews are of 10 minutes duration.
Daily Absence Procedures
If your child is unwell or will be absent from school for a day, you can advise through 'Attendance' in the Compass App. Alternatively, you can email the school on info@hfidow.catholic.edu.au or phone the school office.
Extended Absence Procedures
For extended absences (of more than 5 school days), parents must submit the Notification of Extended Absence form online - Extended Absence Online Notification Link, along with relevant documentation. This documentation should include: Dates, locations of travel, purpose and reasons for travel outside school holidays.
Belonging in a Connected Community
Pauline R (6W) was a finalist in the Macarthur Young Champions Award. This award recognises the achievements of young people and the valuable contribution they make to our community. Pauline was chosen winner: Macarthur Young Champions Awards 2025 for Community Service - Juniors. She was honoured for her commitment to her school community and the service she gives to it to uplift her community. Pauline supports younger students and has been involved with Project Compassion, Anzac Day and the school choir. She was recognised for inspiring with her kindness and integrity. Congratulations Pauline.
