Mercy Snapshot
All the important news in an easy to read format
Term 1 - Issue 2, 28 March 2024
IMPORTANT DATES:
Thursday, 28 March: Term 1 concludes
Friday, 29 March: Good Friday
Monday, 15 April and Tuesday 16 April: Student Free Day
Wednesday, 17 April: Term 2 commences
Wednesday, 24 April: Anzac Assembly
Thursday, 25 April: Anzac Day
Monday, 29 April: P&F Meeting
Friday, 10 May: Year 8 Mother’s Day Breakfast
The College calendar can be found here.
Student Services Information
College Administration Opening Hours
The Administration Office will be closed from Thursday, 28 March 2024, to Friday, 5 April 2024, reopening at 9.00am on Monday, 8 April 2024. Office hours for the week of 8 April will be 9.00am - 3.00pm.
For any queries, please email admin@olmca.wa.edu.au and our team will respond as soon as we can on our return.
Uniform Shop Opening Hours
The Uniform Shop will be closed during the Easter school holidays.
To assist families at the start of Term 2, the shop will be open on Monday, 15 April: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Normal Uniform Shop Opening Hours:
• Tuesdays: 8:00am – 3:00pm (closed for lunch 12:00pm – 1:00pm)
• Thursdays: 8:00am – 10:00am and 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Online orders can also be placed via the Online Shop on the College website.
Phone: (08) 9720 3324 (during opening hours)
Email: uniformshop@olmca.wa.edu.au
Location: Mercy Centre at 101 Leisure Drive, Australind
College Calendar
Term 2 commences for students on Wednesday, 17 April 2024. The 2024 College Calendar can be accessed via the College Website, using this link: College Calendar – Please note, this is subject to change.
Absentee Notification
When a student is absent from school, it is required that on the day of the absence, a parent contacts the College before 9.30 am. A medical certificate is required if a student is absent for a period of more than three consecutive days. Contact to the College may be made by:
SMS: 0481 883 568
Phone: (08) 9720 3300, Option 2
Email: admin@olmca.wa.edu.au
Please state Student Name, Year, Date and Reason of Absence.
IT/ SEQTA/CDF Pay Help
Just a quick reminder that IT Help and How-To guides for SEQTA and CDF pay can be found on the IT page of our website.
WA Student Assistance Scheme
We are pleased to inform you of an important announcement made by Premier Hon. Roger Cook MLA and Minister for Education, Hon. Dr Tony Buti MLA, regarding the WA Student Assistance Payment Initiative. This program has been introduced by the State Government to offer financial relief and support to families in Western Australia, specifically aimed at assisting with the costs associated with your children’s education.
Every student in Western Australia, from Kindergarten to Year 12, who is currently enrolled in a public school, registered non-government school, or home-schooled, and possesses a valid WA student number (WASN), is eligible to claim this payment.
Beginning on Monday, April 15, 2024, and continuing until Friday, June 28, 2024, during Term 2, you will have the opportunity to claim for this payment.
Please find the following link from the Minister of Education with information on how to claim this payment:
WA Student Assistance Payment Letter & Information
The easiest way for our College community to find their WASN number, is via SEQTA Engage and navigating to the reports menu. Your child’s WASN number will appear on the first page of their school reports.
For all new students to the College in 2024, their WASN will appear on their first interim report, which will be available in SEQTA Engage at the end of Term 1.
For further information, please consult the attached letter first, or alternatively, please contact the College on (08) 9720 3300.
College Tutorial
The College offers a successful tutoring program for our students during school hours and after school.
It is important that students access these extra classes to assist them in the areas where they are experiencing difficulties. If you have any questions regarding your child's need to attend these tutorials, please feel free to contact your child's teacher or Head of Year.
You'll find the timetable for the tutorials offered in 2024, by visiting this page.
Enrolment Information
Year 7, 2025 Enrolments: Please be advised that this year group is at capacity. Please contact the Enrolments Department by phone on (08) 9720 3300 for further information.
Year 7, 2026 Enrolments: Please complete an Application for Enrolment Form as soon as possible and return it to the College together with supporting documentation as outlined in the form. Click here for more information.
An Application for Enrolment may also be completed in advance for younger siblings for Year 7 entry in 2027 or 2028. This action ensures that your family will receive the necessary information and that you are invited to the first round of interviews for the respective year.
If you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact our Enrolments Department on (08) 9720 3300 (option 1).
Financial Services Information
Thank you to all families who have provided the College with their 2024 Payment Arrangement Forms.
Please note that our Financial Services Team will be proactive in 2024 to ensure payment of all school fees is in line with our School Fees Information Policy.
All families will receive a copy of their statements on Wednesday, 27 of March.
Furthermore, eligible families holding a Health Care and Pensioner Concession Card should contact the College to apply for the available concession by 28 March 2024.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss a payment arrangement, please contact Corina or Samuel at our Financial Services on (08) 9720 3300 or via email accounts@olmca.wa.edu.au.
More information regarding College Fees and Health Care Concession Forms can also be found on the website here.
Community Notices
Shire of Harvey Youth Collective
The Shire of Harvey’s is looking for young people to be part of their “Youth Collective” who will provide valued insight into future plans within the Shire, as well as discuss recreational facilities and social events they would like to see in their local area. Their website https://www.harvey.wa.gov.au/ provides some further information surrounding the Youth Collective, and what they’ve been involved in previously.
