Principal News
Dear Parents and Carers,
Last week we saw our region inundated with flooding rains. Many of our schools and their families experienced life-changing events during this time. As a school community we will engage our Mission and Justice Team in a fundraising event in the near future, after having consulted with those communities, to provide funds for what they actually need. At this point in time our best support comes through the power of prayer.
Mobile Phones and Smart Watches at School
I’d like to take a moment to remind you of our guidelines regarding student use of mobile phones and wearable technologies, in line with the Diocesan guidelines.
As part of our commitment to creating a focused, respectful, and safe learning environment, students are required to keep mobile phones and smartwatches “off and away” during school hours, including recess, lunch, and excursions.
What this means:
- Phones must be switched off and stored on the classroom teacher’s desk from the start of the school day until the final bell.
- Smartwatches with messaging or internet capabilities must also be disabled and stored on the classroom teacher’s desk from the start of the school day until the final bell.
- Students may only use devices during school hours if they have an approved exemption for medical or learning support reasons.
Why this matters: This policy helps reduce distractions, supports student wellbeing, and encourages positive social interactions. It also aligns with our broader efforts to promote digital responsibility and cyber safety.
We appreciate your support in reinforcing these guidelines at home. If you have any questions or require an exemption for your child, please contact me or Mrs Hogan .
If you need to contact us or your child during the school day:
- Call the School Office
Use the main school phone number (49540036) and speak with Mrs Corbett. All messages are passed on to the class teacher who then informs the child of any changes to routines or after school plans. - Email the School
admin@cardiff.catholic.edu.au
Warm regards,
Mary-Anne Jennings
Principal