Sunbury Primary School Parent Information Handbook

Inclement WeatherAt times when the weather conditions are extreme in terms of temperature or wind the childrenremain in classrooms under the direct supervision of teaching staff.Infectious Diseases(See Appendix 2)A First Aid room exists for minor injuries and staff will attend to these. In the event of a moreserious injury, parents will be contacted should further medical attention be required.Whilst it important that children attend school as often as possible, please remember that homeis the best place for a sick child.Parents are encouraged to seek medical assistance to ensure effective management of illnessand community health.The list of communicable diseases and the period of exclusion from schools is available at alltimes from the general office.In cases of illnesses, other than those mentioned on the chart, parents are asked to contact theschool for advice on exclusion of children. Good Health is vital to maximise school progress. Allparents can help by isolating their children as soon as possible when an infectious disease isdetected.InterviewsInterviews can be arranged by contacting the General Office. When seeking an appointmentplease inform our office staff of the reason for the interview. In cases where parents are seekingan interview with the Principal in matters of a confidential nature then the office staff will directyou to the Principal.JewelleryThe wearing of jewellery is discouraged, plain small (no longer than 15 mm) sleepers or studearrings are permitted. A watch may also be worn. It should be noted that the school cannot beheld responsible for the loss of any jewellery being worn to school. It is the parent’s/child’sresponsibility to safeguard these items.Interschool Sport and House SportChildren in Years 3 - 6 have the opportunity to participate ininter-school sport, competing against local schools on a one-dayper term, ‘Round Robin’ basis.House sport is played on a weekly basis and involves a widevariety of sports. Children from Years 3 to 6 are involved inHouse Sport.Junior School CouncilChildren in the upper grades have the opportunity to participate in decision-making activitiesvia Junior School Council (J.S.C.). The JSC conducts regular events such as Footy Day,Easter activities and appropriate fund-raisers for charity. ie. Canteen and Cystic Fibrosis.15