29th January 2013

Parents newsletter – Tuesday January 29, 2013 1. Welcome back to CRC Melton!

We started the 2013 school year on a high as CRC was awarded the Community Project of the Year from the Shire of Melton at the Australian Day Ceremony. Congratulations to Jo Clinton and all staff and students involved. (More details forthcoming in next week’s newsletter.)

2. Student Start Dates Families are reminded of the following College start dates in 2013.

Year 12 Students Return Thursday, January 31 for their 2 day retreat.

Year 11 Students Return Friday, February 1 for their Orientation Day. *Permission forms for both these events were sent home last year and must be returned on the day if not already submitted.

Year 7 Students Return Friday, February 1 for an Induction Day Program.

Please note that Year 10 Peer Support students are NOT required for this day.

A reminder that the Year 7 Parent Information night is on Wednesday, 6th February at 7pm.

All Students Classes begin for all students on Monday, February 4.  Homeroom begins at 8.50am.  Students dismissed at 3.20pm.  Students will be given their timetables, planners and lockers this day.  Students should bring books and materials on this day.

3. What has happened over the Christmas holidays?

1. A new Year 10 Building has been established next to the VCE classrooms. This building comprises 7 classrooms, staff office, and a disabled toilet.

2. The three main toilet facilities have been completely renovated- the Year 7 toilets and Hall toilets will be ready for next week, and the Year 8 toilets are due for completion by mid Term One. 3. Earth works have taken place on the area between the Soccer pitch and Tennis courts. The plan is to create a small oval for recreational activities.

4. The Shire of Melton has installed a new ‘bus drop off’ area at the front of the College to improve student safety. As we know buses, cars and pedestrian traffic can be a dangerous mix, so the aim of the work has been to delineate particular areas on Bulmans Road. Please note the new pedestrian only area and the bus only areas.

This means there will now be no car parking allowed outside the College adjacent to the main entrance gate. It would be helpful if parents could look at dropping off and picking up their children at points away from the central nexus of the school.

Mark Sheehan Principal

Deputy Principal-Student Welfare I would like to welcome all students and their families to the 2013 school year. I trust the Christmas holiday break was a great opportunity to spend time with family members and relax. A special welcome to parents who have their first son or daughter starting at Catholic Regional College this year.

I wish to bring to your attention a few important matters that assist in getting the new school year off to a positive start.

Behaviour Expectations The beginning of the school year is an ideal time for students and parents to familiarise themselves with the behavioural expectations of the College. These expectations are clearly outlined at the front of the student diary therefore any confusion can be avoided.

School Uniforms Term 1: The wearing the College uniform looks neat and tidy at the start of the school year. The College has a set uniform and students are expected to wear it correctly. Uniforms are to be kept clean, pressed and mended and school shoes kept clean and polished. Frayed trousers/track-suit hems are not permitted. All items of clothing must be clearly named. The uniform is sold exclusively through the College Uniform Shop. Below is an extract from the student diary regarding the uniform and grooming requirements for students. We look forward to your support in ensuring your son and daughter is in the correct uniform and neatly groomed.

Boys Comment Blazer CRC Blazer need not be worn in Term 1 Trousers Navy Blue with CRC monogram Shorts Navy Blue with CRC monogram, worn with navy blue socks. Summer only Shirt White open neck shirt with CRC monogram Jumper CRC Jumper can only be worn to and from the College if under the Blazer Tie Optional. If worn, the tie is to be done up to the shirt collar and worn correctly Shoes Black leather lace-up school shoes Socks Navy Blue Belts Plain Black with traditional plain silver or gold buckle Girls Blazer Dress Jumper Shoes Socks Hair

Comment CRC Blazer need not be worn in Term 1 CRC Summer Dress (length to knee) CRC Jumper can only be worn to and from the College if under the Blazer Black leather lace-up school shoes White anklets (no sports socks) White, Black or Navy ribbons; clear or hair coloured combs

VCE/VCAL Students wear the VCE/VCAL navy blue jumper All Students College Bag Note: • •

Navy backpack with emblem – compulsory Black runners/gym shoes/black ballet style shoes/buckle shoes/other black fashionable styles are not permitted.

A plain white t-shirt may be worn under the school shirt. The sleeves are not to be seen.

Sports Uniform The students are permitted to wear the sports uniform on approved days set down by the College.

Sport Shoes: The sports uniform requires appropriate footwear.

Non-marking cross trainers/athletic runners are required for all PE lessons. For health and safety reasons casual shoes/volleys shoes are not to be worn with sports uniform. There will be no exceptions to this rule.

A plain white t-shirt may be worn under the sports shirt. The sleeves are not to be seen.

Note: • The only jewellery that is permitted in the ear is one plain silver or gold stud or one small sleeper. Examples of the permitted styles are on display in the College office and in Year Level Co-ordinators’ offices. If sleepers are worn they must be removed during PE and at other times as requested by staff.

• No facial or multiple piercing is allowed.

• The wearing of a watch and chain with a small cross/crucifix is also permitted.

Notes from parents will not entitle students to be out of uniform for more than one school day.

Students coming to College wearing other jewellery will have these items confiscated. Students may claim these items back at the end of the term.

Grooming • Make-up and nail polish must not be worn • Students are expected to keep a neat appearance at all times • Students’ hair must be off the face • No radical hairstyles or radical hair colours are permitted • The College reserves the right to determine what constitutes radical hairstyles or colour • Boys are to be clean shaven Attendance The School requires regular and punctual attendance at school and to all classes. Students must be at school throughout the hours of a normal school day, this includes Homeroom at the start of the school day. Attendance enables proper continuity of programs,

development of understanding, completion of work in class and dissemination of information.

I remind parents that on occasion that students will be late or absent you are asked to contact the College in advance and provide a note in the College diary to be shown to the student’s Homeroom teachers on their return. Using the excuse of having slept in is not an acceptable or tolerable reason.

All students who arrive at school after homeroom MUST sign in at the Student office. Failing to do so results in parents receiving an SMS from the College indicating their child is not here which causes unnecessary confusion and distress.

I look forward to working with you in a positive and productive way for the benefit of your son or daughter throughout this year.

Mr Rob Blackley Deputy Principal – Student Welfare