All students will be given their Semester 2 timetables at a special Form Class at the start of the first day of Term 3 on Monday 22 July.  Timetables for all Year 7, 8 & 9 students will change based on the rotation of elective classes. 

There may also be some adjustments to MESH classes (Mathematics, English, Science and Humanities) for students in Years 7,  8, 9 & 10 based on Semester 1 student academic performance.  Parents should have been notified of these changes by the Head of Learning Area. 

Middle School Semester 1 Reports

Year 7, 8 & 9 reports will be emailed to parents/caregivers on Monday 1 July.   The Parent/Teacher evening is scheduled for Thursday 4 July from 3.30pm to 6.30pm.  Teachers may have requested parent interviews in some cases. Please refer to the interview booking instructions later in this newsletter.

I also encourage parents and students to analyse the reports together and assess their performance.  This is a great opportunity to set firm and realistic goals of achievement or improvement for Semester 2.  In many cases student performance is directly related to student attendance.  An attendance rate below 90% places student performance in jeopardy. Students should only be absent from school if they are sick or have medical appointments.  Far too often, students are absent from school for invalid reasons.  I ask parents to support the school and their child in ensuring 90% attendance as a minimum is achieved.

Enrolments 2020

Belridge SC is currently taking Year 7 enrolments for 2020.  Enrolment packages have been distributed to all our feeder primary schools.  Enrolment packages are also available from reception.  We require enrolment applications returned as soon as possible to allow sufficient planning time for 2020. Returned enrolment applications should also contain all necessary documentation.  This includes a copy of the full birth certificate, two proofs of address (current rates notice or current lease agreement and a utilities bill or drivers licence), immunisation records and any applicable Family Court Orders. Should you have any concerns on the enrolment process please contact reception.

BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Year 7 2020

Incoming students in Year 7 (2020) will be asked to bring their own device in the form of a Windows laptop, Macbook or iPad.  Specific information regarding BYOD 2020 will be disseminated to parents at a Parent Information evening to be held early in Term 3.  Invitations will be sent to parents through our feeder primary schools (via letters and school newsletters). Please contact the school for details on 9408 8000. 

School Sickness Procedures

I reminded parents/caregivers in the previous newsletter of the school protocols should a child fall ill during the day.  During class time, the class teacher will make an assessment and send the child to the Nurse or Student Services.  If the child feels ill during a break time they are to make their own way to the Nurse or Student Services.  The school will then contact the parent/caregiver if required.   Students are not to contact their parents/caregivers directly to be picked up because they are not feeling well. 

Finally, I wish all a happy, relaxing and safe holiday break.

Mario Pisano
Vice Principal 
Years7, 8 & 9