As we begin the new year we would like to remind parents and families of some general administrative requirements; 

Early departure & late arrival slips

If your child is late they must report to the Primary office to collect a late slip so their attendance can be marked accordingly. If your child is required to leave school early, they must also report to the Primary office to collect an early departure slip which they are to then give to their teacher. Students must have permission from parents to leave early by providing a note, calling the office or emailing stanthorpe@twb.catholic.edu.au. We are not able to give a student an early departure slip if we have not received permission from the parent.

Absent student 

If your child is absent from school, please advise the office by calling on 07 4681 5900 or emailing stanthorpe@twb.catholic.edu.au. When leaving a message please clearly state your child's name and their class. Please do not ask your other children to advise the office as often these messages are not passed on. 

Change of details

If you have recently changed address, phone number or any other details have changed please advise the office so we can ensure our records are up to date and we can update any systems that may be impacted. 

Primary carpark 

Parents are reminded that the carpark at the Primary office is strictly for teachers and staff only during school hours. Please do not use the car park to collect your children.

Volunteers

We always welcome volunteers in our library, tuckshop or at out-of-class activities. If you would like to become a volunteer please undertake the Student Protection and Code of Conduct for 2020 here. Once completed, you will be required to print and return the Volunteer Declaration form to the Primary office at stanthorpe@twb.catholic.edu.au. Please note that Parents/Caregivers cannot volunteer in any capacity without completing the Declaration. We ask that you complete the declaration and return by 28th February. 

Uniform

We believe a clean, neat, uniformed appearance reflects a pride in the individual as well as reflecting well upon his/her family and school. Please click here for the updated Uniform & Grooming Policy. The expectation is that all students are wearing the correct uniform and groomed as per the policy every day.

Please also ensure you print your child’s name on their school uniforms with a permanent marker. There is a lost property box located in in the Multipurpose room at Primary and in the staffroom at Secondary – lost or unnamed articles are placed here to await collection. We encourage parents to check these boxes regularly for lost clothing. 

School-tv for Parents

Parents are reminded that St Joseph's School provide families free access to School-tv for Parents, an online resource designed to empower parents with credible, sound information on issues and challenges their children may be facing. Topics and advice range from mental health and cyber security to school survival and positive parenting. To access School-tv for parents please click here.