Remembrance Day recalls the end of World War 1 at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. It was supposed to be the end of all wars. Yet human beings are slow to learn.

On Remembrance Day we remember not only those who gave their lives in World War 1 but also all who have sacrificed their lives in the conflicts that have followed and continue today. We remember not only the heroism of our service personnel but also the futility of war itself. War can bring out the worst in people – on both sides. This is what violence does. The damage to individuals and communities, on all sides of the conflict, lasts for generations.

As we remember those who gave their lives for others, we also remember all who suffer as a result of war and conflict. We ask God’s blessing on all people on earth, particularly the leaders of nations. May our actions bring about a more peaceful world.

The Ode

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them."

Keeping everyone safe

As is the case in all organisations, the College is doing all it can to limit the spread of COVID, should there be exposure to a positive case onsite.

Air quality is monitored throughout the school to ensure that all indoor spaces are well ventilated.  With windows and doors open in all buildings you definitely feel the breeze as you move though the school. Usually drafts are not great but they are re-assuring in ventilating spaces.

Compliance with mask wearing and staying in year level bubbles is also good.  Thank you to families for your continuing support in ensuring students do not come to school if they are unwell.

We ask that you continue monitoring for the following symptoms that people with COVID-19 may experience:

• Fever
• Coughing, sore throat or shortness of breath.
• Runny nose.
• Acute blocked nose or congestion.
• Headache.
• Muscle and joint soreness.
• Nausea.
• Diarrhoea.
• Vomiting.
• Loss of sense of smell / altered sense of taste.
• Loss of appetite.
• Fatigue.

Our First Aid staff are vigilant for any of these symptoms and will call families if students present with them at sick bay. For everyone’s safety, we will err on the side of caution and ask for students to go home and take a COVID test.

Graduation and Final Day for Year 10

It is hard to believe that in two weeks Year 10 students will begin their transition to CRC Sydenham. On Wednesday 24 November, they celebrate the culmination of their time at the College with a picnic at Hanging Rock. This will be followed by their Graduation on Thursday 25 November.

Sadly, due to COVID restrictions, the Graduation will be outside and once again limited to students and staff only. The ceremony will be livestreamed so that families can be part of it from home.

Mr Ramos will forward details for both events to Year 10 students and families in the next few days.

Report Preparation Day: Friday 26 November

Whilst assessment and finalisation of reports continue into the last week of Term 4, Friday 26 November is set aside for staff to mark exams and to begin the preparation of reports. Students will not be required at school.

Enrolment for 2022

Enrolment at the College continues automatically from year to year. However, if a student in Years 7, 8 or 9 is not returning in 2022, we ask that families notify us as soon as possible. Please email echalmers@crcstalbans.com.au or ring Eileen Chalmers on 9366 2544 with this information.

Your assistance with this is much appreciated as we have a waiting list at some levels and would like to let these families know sooner, rather than later.

Fee Relief

The financial impact of lockdown varies from family to family. Some continue to work and are unaffected; however, other parents / carers have been stood down or had their work hours reduced.

We are keen to support families as much as we can. Fee relief is available to all affected families. Please contact our Bursar, Anne Ross so that adjustments can be made. Her contact details are as follows:

PH:   0427 036 925               Email:  aross@crcstalbans.com.au

Newsletter

The newsletter is published fortnightly on Day 10 (Friday Week 2).

Newsletter Days for Term 4 2021:           

Fridays:    12 November,     26 November,     09 December

The newsletter is available on the College website at http://www.crcstalbans.catholic.edu.au