Dear Parents and Carers,

Every five years, Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) conducts a School Renewal process to ensure schools remain an authentic reflection of the Edmund Rice tradition. This process is a vital opportunity to pause and reflect on how we are living out our mission.

Importantly, the Renewal visit for ERC comes at an ideal time as we continue the rollout of our newly launched Strategic Plan. The feedback and external insights gained through this process will serve to further enhance the delivery of our strategic goals, ensuring our future growth remains deeply rooted in our identity as a Catholic school in the EREA tradition.

In preparation for the EREA team’s visit in Week 9, students in Years 7–12 will participate in the EREA Charter Survey over the coming days. This survey is designed to capture student voice, providing vital feedback on how well we embody our four foundational Touchstones: Liberating Education, Gospel Spirituality, Inclusive Community, Justice and Solidarity.

The insights gained from our students will directly inform the Renewal team’s visit and help us refine our strategic priorities. I look forward to sharing the findings of the Renewal process and our progress on the Strategic Plan with the ERC community later next term.

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I am pleased to report on the tremendous success of our recently held Try Year 7 for a Day event. The strong interest in ERC saw over 500 students from Year 5 and Year 6 visit the College from right across the region. While the College facilities, learning opportunities, and pastoral care programs are impressive examples of best educational practice, I truly believe it is our welcoming learning environment and the calibre of our senior students who are our best advertisement. Thank you to the many ERC students who participated in the various learning activities and those who proudly volunteered to lead the various tour groups. Each of these boys is a credit to both the College and their families. I would like to sincerely thank our hard-working staff, for their collective efforts in ensuring this was such a successful community day.

I also wish to thank parents and carers for sharing your positive experiences and kind words to other community members because word-of-mouth is the true test of an authentic learning culture.

ERC parents and carers who have a boy in Year 5 or 6 are asked to please ensure they finalise their enrolment applications by the final week of this term (Monday 30th March) to ensure that siblings are included in the Round 1 enrolment offers. Please contact Mrs Ann Preston at the College if you have any questions about the enrolment process.

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This Sunday marks International Women’s Day and we encourage our students this weekend to take a moment to thank the women in their lives and to consider how they can contribute to a world of mutual respect and equity.

Gracious God, We thank you for the gift of the women in our lives.

We thank you for their strength, which supports us, their wisdom, which guides us, and their love, which reflects your own.

Lord, help the young men of this College to follow the example of St. Joseph, to be protectors of dignity and champions of respect.

May we always honour the women in our families and our community, not just in words, but through our actions and our kindness.

We ask this through Christ our Lord,

Amen.

Dr Stephen Gough

It’s hard to believe it is already Week 6. The boys have made a fabulous start to the school year both in and out of the classroom and we are very proud of them. Last week the boys began wearing their centenary jerseys on Fridays. They looked fantastic, if you have not had a chance to order one and are keen to have this piece of memorabilia to mark our centenary I would encourage you to get in quick, orders are due to close this weekend. Please find the link to order here.

Opal Cards

Please note that the period for free travel on the bus has now expired, this is a gentle reminder from us on behalf of the bus companies that students are only permitted to access free travel to and from school. This can only be accessed through the student Opal pass. If your son has lost his Opal card he is permitted to order a replacement one at a cost of $10, once the application has been made, parents/ carers will receive an email to indicate it is on its way.

They can also purchase a green opal card if they want to ride the bus but it is outside their home area (i.e. some students want to take the bus into Town or to the Train Station). Families should be aware that the bus drivers have the right to refuse travel if they do not have their Opal Card with them.

Personal Presentation

The boys who generously supported our Try Year 7 for a Day looked immaculate, representing our College with distinction. All families are reminded that our expectations surrounding personal presentation can be found in the College Diary on page 5 . It is our expectation that the boys are clean shaven and well presented every day from the moment they leave home until they return home in the afternoon. It would be greatly appreciated if you could ensure that your son maintains his commitment to personal presentation as we enter the second half of the term.

Mrs Hughes
Deputy Principal

Last Tuesday 24th February, during extended Pastoral Care, Year 11 took to the handball courts to participate in a handball match for charity. Throughout the period, SRC members walked between the matches asking students to donate money to Caritas and Catholic Mission as part of our College mission to raise money for Project Compassion. By the end of the hour, our year group was able to raise over $130. If anyone else wants to support Caritas and Catholic mission, make sure to donate during your weekly missions during Pastoral Care and ask your teacher about any other ways you can support the charities. A big thank you to everyone who donated, as your selfless gesture will help make a difference in many lives.

Ben Pearson
Year 11 Social Justice Prefect

On Friday 27th February, the Year 9 Enrichment Science class attended the University of Wollongong Anatomy lab where they received first-hand experiences learning about the anatomy of the human body using scientific models and organs from individuals who donated their bodies to scientific research. The students certainly gained new knowledge about the wonders of the human body.

It was a remarkable experience for the Enrichment Science class to learn about the body systems through first-hand experience, being able to touch and physically interact with the organs to enhance their understanding of human anatomy. Thank you to the amazing UoW demonstrators, who were exceptional at sharing their knowledge, experience and expertise with students in an entertaining manner.

Miss Berry

“What I loved about the UoW Anatomy Lab excursion was the visual learning input. The fact that I was able to look at the body parts I learned about in class really intrigued me and allowed me to get a better understanding of the body systems and homeostasis. I have always wanted to be a doctor, so being a part of this wonderful, informative experience has blessed me with understanding and having an appreciation for my career path.” Jaffer Al-Shididi

“Our recent visit to the UoW Anatomy Lab was an interesting experience. It offered a rare look at organs, such as the brain, heart, lungs and kidneys. Seeing and feeling human organs up close was an unforgettable experience.” Daniel Carolan

“My favourite thing about the Anatomy Lab was seeing the Central Nervous System and the Peripheral Nervous System. I enjoyed touching and holding the different organs and found it interesting to inspect organs without skin being visible.” Muhammad Khan

Picture the scene: It’s Friday night. Your son is on the couch. He doesn’t know what to watch, so he scrolls TikTok for bite-sized entertainment. He’s hungry, but instead of making a sandwich, he taps an app for a burger. He needs to ask a partner to the formal, but instead of the terrifying friction of a face-to-face conversation, he sends a Snap. It is a life without edges—a life designed by Silicon Valley to be frictionless. In a recent article on the frictionless existence, economic commentator Kyla Scanlon argues that we are optimising our lives toward convenience at the cost of our humanity. “Friction is now treated like a failure, rather than the cost of community, closeness, or belonging.”

As parents and educators, we see this allergy to inconvenience playing out in our boys.

The Cost of Easy: Beyond Resilience to Anti-fragile

When a boy faces a difficult maths problem, the frictionless solution is ChatGPT. When he has a conflict with a mate, the frictionless solution is ghosting or blocking them. When he forgets his sports kit, the frictionless solution is a frantic text to Mum or Dad to drop it off.

But what happens when we remove the struggle? Psychologist Dr. Tim Sharp notes that when we outsource the gritty parts of life, we lose resilience. Taking this further, Dr. Justin Coulson often speaks about the concept of being “Anti-fragile.” While resilience is about bouncing back to where you were, being anti-fragile means actually getting stronger because of the stress and the friction. Just like a bone becomes denser when it is stressed by weight, or a muscle grows through resistance, our boys’ character requires the good friction of challenges to actually improve. If we always smooth the path, they never develop the traction—the anti-fragility—they need to move forward.

A Lenten Reflection: The Desert and the Grit

As we move into the middle of the Lenten season, our liturgical calendar provides a perfect backdrop for this discussion. Lent is traditionally a time of desert experiences—a period where we intentionally introduce friction through fasting, reflection, and sacrifice. It is a time to move away from resolutions that fade by mid-February and toward micro-habits that actually stick. Just as we discussed in previous newsletters, success isn’t about the easiest path; it’s about the work and the ritual. Lent asks us to sit with discomfort to find clarity. For our boys, embracing a little grit is how they eventually let their light shine.

The Case for Good Friction

The idea of Friction-Maxxing—injecting small doses of difficulty back into our lives—helps build tolerance for the real world.

Here is how we can help our boys embrace the grit this term:

• Don’t Outsource the Awkwardness: Technology allows boys to avoid human interaction. Encourage “analogue” communication. If he needs to ask a teacher for an extension or a coach about selection, he must do it face-to-face. The Lesson: Awkwardness builds courage.
• Stop the Rescue Missions: If he leaves his laptop or shoes at home, the instinct is to fix it. Instead, let him sit with the discomfort of the consequences. The Lesson: Mistakes are the best teachers, but only if we let them teach.
• Embrace Boredom: We scroll to avoid our own thoughts. Encourage car rides without headphones or waiting in line without a phone. The Lesson: Boredom is the birthplace of creativity and self-reflection.

The Verdict

We often mistake giving our sons the best life for giving them the easiest life. But a life that is algorithmically curated is a life without texture naturally leads us to the conclusion, Technology won’t save us. We’re all each other has. Let’s encourage our boys to choose the messy, awkward, difficult path occasionally. The friction isn’t the enemy—it’s the traction they need to flourish and become anti-fragile.

Here at the College our Pastoral Lessons aim to teach boys the skills required to become resilient. These skills can be taught and as with any skill that can be taught it can be enhanced through practice. This challenge to take on friction is always supported by the College providing a safe supportive framework to do so. Our Year 7 boys just last week took on friction as they embarked on Year 7 camp. These experiences will be the building blocks required for your sons to become resilient young men.

This Week’s Friction Challenge: The Analogue Saturday Morning Until 12:00 pm this Saturday, no screens. If he wants to talk to a mate, he has to go to their house. If he wants food, he has to cook it. If he is bored, he has to find something to do. Watch how the dynamic in the house changes when the digital pacifier is removed.

Mr Ferguson
Director of Pastoral Care & Wellbeing

In Week 5, our Year 7 cohort embarked on their very first high school camp at the Tallong Outdoor Education Centre. Embracing their pastoral theme, ‘The Seed Will Grow,’ the students stepped out of their comfort zones to create new friendships, learn valuable life skills and tackle a range of outdoor challenges. Please enjoy some of our Year 7 students’ reflection on their Camp;

“In week 5 Year 7 had the amazing opportunity to go on our first Edmund Rice school camp. It was a great experience at Tallong Outdoor Education Camp on the South Coast. We made so many new friends, we loved the food and had lots of fun activities. One of our favourite activities was the Indigenous walk and talk which was led by Bobby from Gadhungal Marring. He taught us about the differences of native plants and their many uses such as natural bandaids, snake whistles and how to get hydration.

While we were there we learnt many new skills including teamwork, responsibility and knowledge that will benefit us for years to come. We needed to work together for lots of the activities where it was not possible to do it by yourself. We also made many good friendships which we will continue to carry on through our life. Another favourite activity was mountain biking. We got to use the brand new bikes and go on an amazing track.

Camp was a fantastic experience, sharpening skills like teamwork and communication as well as meeting new people. I personally loved the cooking. Chef-rey’s cooking was slices of heaven in the form of a Chicken Burger, four types of pasta and a delicious chocolate mousse. This food helped give us the energy to complete high ropes, low ropes, hiking, team time and the giant ladder. The Year 7 Pastoral theme is ‘The Seed Will Grow’ which was exactly what started on our first camp together and we can’t wait for more experiences as a year group in the future.” – Felix, Koa and Oliver.

Please enjoy some photos from Year 7 Camp.

Marco Panozzo // Amy Field
Year 7 Pastoral Care Coordinators.

Annual school fees were invoiced at the start of Term 1 and are now overdue unless you are paying by regular instalment.

While families can choose to pay quarterly, monthly, fortnightly or weekly, at least 25% of the annual fee must be paid each term and the annual fees must be paid in full by the 30th November each year.

Please contact Mrs Rita Reid, the College School Fee Administrator, before Thursday 12 March 2026 if you would like to set up a payment schedule via Direct Debit.

Mr Jeffery
Business Manager

On Friday, 20th February, the Western Suburbs Pool was awash with house colours and high spirits for our annual Swimming Carnival. Under clear skies and perfect swimming weather, the atmosphere was electric, driven by an excellent contingent of students.

It was particularly pleasing to see our Year 7 cohort dive into College life with such enthusiasm, supported and led by the leadership of our senior students. While house spirit was at an all-time high, the focus on the water was the sheer speed on display.

This year, we witnessed a remarkable series of record-breaking performances, some of which had stood for over two decades:

• Nash Hawkins: Broke the U13 50m Breaststroke record (held by Matthew Crisafi since 2004) with a blistering 33.28. Nash also smashed his own Junior 100m Breaststroke record by a staggering 8 seconds!
• Callum Ardita: Eclipsed two records held by Ryan Hanson (2005) in the 50m Freestyle (25.91) and 100m Freestyle (57.94).
• Oliver Johnson: Set a new benchmark in the 100m Freestyle, breaking Samuel Herramann’s 2019 record with a time of 55.12.
• Gwil Barnes: Proved the depth of talent in the pool by breaking Oliver Johnson’s 2025 record in the 100m Breaststroke with a time of 1:25.30.2026

Age Champions:

Congratulations to the following students who demonstrated outstanding consistency across their events. These boys will be officially recognized and presented with their trophies at an upcoming College Assembly:

Age Group Champion:

• U12/13 Timofey Pan
• U14 Leo Hicks
• U15 Darcy Stepanovski
• U16 Jye Prem
• U17 Max Miller
• U18 Conor Mathie.

A sincere thank you to the ERC staff for their seamless facilitation of the day and to the many parents and spectators who encouraged the boys.

Our representative squad will head to the Diocesan Carnival on March 9. We wish the team the very best of luck as they represent the College!

Mr Timpano
Sports Coordinator

The Country Cup Rugby League (Illawarra division) was held on Tuesday 24th February at Croome Road Sporting Complex.

The The Under 14s, coached by Mr Sullivan, continued their incredible run from last year’s state-winning campaign by going undefeated and remarkably keeping a clean sheet all day. After dominant six-try victories over both Warilla and Figtree High School, the boys secured a clinical 16-0 win against Woonona High to officially progress to the Regionals in Ulladulla.

In the Under 16s division, Mr Preeo’s Under 16s Red side, faced a steep challenge against some strong teams in the pool stages. The team found it tough as they came up against a clinical Bulli High side, unfortunately losing 5 tries to none. They showed a much-improved performance in their second clash against Holy Spirit. Despite the 4-1 try count, the Red side refused to drop their heads and competed until the final whistle, a major step up from the first game.

Mr Marsh’s u16s Black team showed great composure, beating Woonona High school convincingly in the first pool game before grinding out a gritty 8-6 win over Warilla in the second. This match was a highlight for sportsmanship, as the boys faced a Warilla side coached by our very own 2022 School Captain, Mr Simon. The boys drew Holy Spirit in the semi-finals where the greatest challenge of the day would come. A close, hard fought game would eventually end in a tight and unfortunate loss for our 16’s Black boys as Holy Spirit went on to win the tournament.

Across all three teams, our students represented the jersey with immense pride and toughness. We wish the Under 14s the best of luck as they prepare to take their strong defense to the next stage of the competition in Ulladulla.

A big thank you to Mr Sullivan, Mr Marsh, and Mr Preeo.

Mr Woods

Our students recently competed at the highly competitive NSW All Schools Triathlon, showcasing incredible endurance, teamwork, and school spirit. We are thrilled to share some phenomenal results from the event, including a gold medal finish and a state team selection!

A special mention goes to Harry Fraser, whose stellar performance earned him a spot on the NSW team to attend Nationals. Furthermore, our Senior Relay team delivered a spectacular race to secure the Gold Medal against a massive field of competitors.

Congratulations to all the boys who competed. Here is a breakdown of their fantastic results:

Individual Results

• Harry Fraser: 6th out of 119 (Selected for the NSW All Schools Team!)
• Milton Stepanovski: 10th out of 119 (A brilliant top-10 finish!)
• William Mason: 19th out of 119

Team Relay Results

• Senior Team: 1st out of 126 — GOLD MEDAL! (Oliver Johnson, William Mason, and Harry Fraser)
• Junior Team: 16th out of 180 — (A highly commendable effort in a massive field by Archie Galvin, Oliver McNamara, and Max Polhill)

A huge congratulations to all our triathletes for their hard work, training, and dedication. You have done our school incredibly proud!

Mr Timpano
Sports Coordinator

On Thursday, 26th February, three representative teams from Edmund Rice College travelled to Dalton Park to compete in the annual Diocesan Touch Tournament. Despite the enthusiasm on the field, the day was defined by challenging weather. Persistent rain transformed the playing surface into a test of handling and footwork, ultimately forcing officials to call the carnival off halfway through the day due to safety concerns.

While the early finish was disappointing, the skill and character displayed by the students were a credit to the College. Every player represented the ERC jersey to a high standard, proving that even a washout couldn’t dampen their competitive spirit.

Under 13’s Team

Our U13s were unstoppable at the Wollongong Diocesan Touch Tournament, finishing the day undefeated.

While our attack was sharp, the real highlight was our defense. Going through an entire tournament without conceding a single try is an elite achievement that reflects incredible heart and communication. This dominance was perfectly exemplified in one match where the boys clinical execution led to a 7-0 victory, despite the brief 12-minute duration. Every player worked for his teammates, shutting down gaps and staying focused until the final whistle.

It was a dominant display of skill and teamwork. Well done, boys!

Fionn Kelly, Hugo Rees, Rome Monkley, Pauliasi Lago, Toby Jamison, Felix Davidson, Zachary O’Brien, Spencer Glasson, Brody Norrie, Harley Schulze, Noah Harb, Billy Glover

Under 15’s Team

Our Under 15’s team had a successful day out in challenging conditions. The team finished the day undefeated with 5 wins and 1 draw. Unfortunately the carnival had to finish early due to the weather and we didn’t get the chance to play the overall win.

The coach, Mr Sjostedt, was impressed by the sportsmanship and sense of fair play that our Boys demonstrated, always showing respect to the opposition and referees.

Congratulations Team: Harry Thompson, Sean Manson, Lachlan Heyman, Sonny Cooper, Zane Beath, Roman Young, Nate Ryan, Sonny Wheeler, Hunter Johnston, Drew Nugent, Rylan Griffiths, Mason Spedding.

Opens Team

The Opens Touch Football team had a stellar run at the tournament, showcasing both dominance and composure on the field. They managed to play five games in total, securing four impressive victories and suffering only a single, narrow 3-2 loss. While the team was in prime position to contend for the title, the premature end to the carnival due to weather meant they unfortunately lost the opportunity to take out the overall championship. Throughout the day, the boys demonstrated exceptional skill and tactical awareness, proving themselves as one of the top teams in the competition.

Samuel McMahon, Fletcher Couchman, Leon Ennor, Tex Anderson, William Morrison, Calix Langton, Nash Weaver, Oskar Vegneris, Max Russell, Coach- Mrs Kylie Timmins

Students Selected in the Diocesan Touch Teams are TBC.

Mr Timpano
Sports Coordinator

Over the weekend, four of our talented Year 9 and 10 students traveled to Blacksmiths Beach to represent their respective clubs at the NSW State Surf Life Saving Championships. In what can only be described as a masterclass in surf skills and endurance, the boys secured a haul of medals against the best competitors in the state.

Darcy Stepanovski and Oscar Skylas led the charge, claiming State Gold in the U15 Board Rescue. Darcy continued his dominant form to secure a second Gold medal in the U15 Surf Race—a phenomenal achievement at this level.

The duo of Jake Schulze and Callum Ardita proved to be a formidable force in the team events, bringing home Silver in the U15 Board Relay and Bronze in the U15 Surf Teams. Their consistency across the carnival was remarkable, featuring in almost every major final including the Ironman and Cameron Relay.

Congratulations to our Year 9 students.

Mr Timpano
Sports Coordinator

Please access the Careers Website: which provides the latest information to help students make decisions about their future careers and life beyond school.

• Go to erccareers.com
• Then to important information
• Click on to School Careers newsletter

Mr Cajar
Careers Advisor

Dear Year 7 Parents and Carers

The Edmund Rice College Parents and Friends committee wish to invite Year 7 families to a Welcome BBQ on Saturday 14 March 2026 from 12.30pm.

Please use the following link or the provided QR Code (below) to register your interest for this event. RSVP by 11 March 2026.

https://events.humanitix.com/edmund-rice-year-7-welcome-bbq-2026

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Volunteers Needed – Year 7 2026 Welcome BBQ

Dear Parents and Carers of Years 8–12,

The ERC P&F Committee is currently seeking volunteers to assist with our upcoming Year 7 2026 Welcome BBQ, to be held on Saturday 14 March, 12.30pm–3.00pm.

This is a wonderful school event and a fantastic opportunity to warmly welcome our newest Year 7 families into the school. With your support, we can ensure the BBQ is both enjoyable and memorable for everyone attending.

If you are available to help — even for a short period of time — your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Please register your interest by completing the form below:

https://forms.gle/5D1m7ZFSB1KJEyJeA

Thank you in advance for your continued support of our school community.

Warm regards

ERC P&F Committee
pandf@erc.nsw.edu.au

Dear Illawarra Community,

KidsWish is proud to once again be the beneficiary of The Great Illawarra Walk, returning for 2026 on Saturday 14 March.

Now in its third year supporting KidsWish, this incredible community event invites walkers to take on all or part of the 40km coastal route from Shellharbour to Austinmer, all while raising vital funds for children and families supported by KidsWish.

Below, you’ll find details on the different ways you can get involved and be part of this year’s event. Last year, 425 walkers raised more than $72,000, helping KidsWish expand further north with free after-school programs for children living with disability or illness — ensuring more children could participate closer to home.

And there are big plans ahead — funds raised this year will support the purchase of the very first KidsWish all-accessible vehicle 🎉
KidsWish Great Illawarra Walk

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Disabled Surfers Association South Coast
Presents
Gerroa “Smiles on Dials” Day – Sunday 1st March 2026
Bottom of Boat ramp, Burke Pde, Gerroa
Check-in no later than 9.00am -At Beach Entry NOT Emery Park as previous events
Group-care facility Participants limit of 6 per facility.
A fun day surfing experience for any person with a disability, no matter how challenging, with complete water supervision All Surfing Equipment Supplied.

Registration for Participants is FREE, and all participants (Surfers) receive a giveaway bag of goodies, Surfer Trophy, BBQ lunch and a whole lot of FUN.

All thanks to our local participating Surf shops, Bunnings Nowra and all our local supporting businesses!

Free registration @ HUMANITIX.com.au or go to the below web pages for more details.

For more information and who to contact view
disabledsurfers.org/nsw/south-coast-branch or www.disabledsurfers.org

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Disabled Surfers Association South Coast
Presents
Port Kembla ‘Smiles on Dials’ Surf Day Saturday 14th March 2026
Southern side of Port Kembla Pool, off Olympic Bvd, Port Kembla Check-in no later than 9.00am – (Earlier if you can) All sign ins done on the promenade Between Pool and Beach
Group-care facility Participants limit of 6 per facility.
A fun day surfing experience for any person with a disability, no matter how challenging, with complete water supervision All Surfing Equipment Supplied.

Registration for Participants is FREE, and all participants (Surfers) receive a giveaway bag of goodies, Surfer Trophy, BBQ lunch and a whole lot of FUN.

All thanks to our local participating Surf shops, Bunnings Port Kembla and all our local supporting businesses!

Free registration @ HUMANITIX.com.au or go to the below web pages for more details.

For more information and who to contact view
disabledsurfers.org/nsw/south-coast-branch or www.disabledsurfers.org

Mrs Schodde

2026 TERM DATES

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CANTEEN MENU

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PROCEDURES FOR PARENTS / CARERS

Student Absences

Whilst the preferred method of communication regarding absences is via the TASS Parent Portal we understand that sometimes access to the portal can be limited. We therefore ask parents/carers to provide daily absence information (Whole day absences/late arrivals/early departure/absence notes etc.) via the following email address: absences@erc.nsw.edu.au

Reminders:

• Leave required for 4-9 days needs to be requested by emailing the College: office@erc.nsw.edu.au
• Leave requests for 10 or more days requires completing an Application for Extended Leave Form (which can be found on the College website under Quicklinks).

Collecting your son from school

A reminder to all families that should a circumstance arise where you need to collect your son from school before the end of the school day we require you to come to the College Office. Students will not be permitted to walk to the carpark or the street to be collected. If they leave to attend a pre-arranged appointment we request that this is communicated to the College Office in writing via note or email. If you wish to have someone collect your son that is not currently listed on TASS then you will be required to communicate this clearly in writing, you will also receive a call to verify that you did in fact authorise this arrangement. All students arriving late or departing early are required to sign in and out through the Student Office.

Parent Appointments

As a College we respectfully request that any parent wishing to discuss a matter of concern with a member of staff contacts the relevant staff member via email or via telephone through the College Office and requests an appointment. Staff members will get back to you at their earliest convenience. Parents presenting at the College Office may be asked to make an appointment and return at a mutually convenient time. For specific information about who to contact please refer to your son’s diary on pages 6, 7, 28 and 29.

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Change in Student/Family Circumstances/Contact Information/Medical Conditions

If any change has occurred/occurs in your family – separation, divorce, serious illness, the College should be notified as soon as possible. The College seeks to be supportive of families in such circumstances and such events always have a bearing on a child’s education. Likewise, a change of address, email or phone number (work, home or mobile) or emergency contact should be advised immediately.

If your son suffers from a medical condition it is vital that you inform the office of his condition and what treatment is required in an emergency. An emergency management plan must be developed for any students with serious conditions.

Please verify all information via the TASS Parent Lounge.

Illawarra Flag Football – Registrations Open

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Melanoma Walk

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Young Writers Program

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Figtree Junior Pickleball Academy

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KiDSWiSH – Free Family Events