Orientation Day for Students
Year 7 2025
Friday, 22 November 2024 - 8:25am - 2:30pm
We are excited to invite your child to our Year 7 2025 Orientation Day. This day is designed to help future students feel comfortable and familiar with their new school.
Date: Friday, 22 November 2024
Schedule:
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Start time: 8:25 AM
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End time: 2:30 PM
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Location: Gymnasium
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Please note that there won't be a formal presentation at the end of the day, though staff will be available to answer any questions you may have.
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Discuss with your child, whether you will be collecting them from the Gym or whether you will wait for them at the pick-up lane.
Your child will bring home a comprehensive Orientation Booklet with all the key information for their transition to high school. Additionally, we invite all parents to the Year 7 Parent Information Night on Monday, 3 February 2025, at 6:00 PM, where you’ll meet our new Principal and Head of Year 7.
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Parking and Drop-off/Pick-up
Please arrange transport for your child. We recommend avoiding bus travel, if possible, but if necessary, please contact the bus provider before Orientation Day.
Due to traffic congestion around the College, we ask that you use the drop-off/pick-up lane. Our staff and students will be on hand to guide your child to the Gymnasium. If you wish to park, please use the staff car park area.
What to Expect?
Throughout the day, the students will:
• Be welcomed by staff and students
• Meet fellow future students
• Have a tour of the College
• Participate in selected classes
• Enjoy friendly sports activities
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They will leave with confidence and excitement for the new year.
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What to Wear and Bring?
Students should wear their Primary School Sports Uniform (including runners, hat, and sunscreen).
Please pack:
​• Lunch
• Water bottle
• Pencil case
• Schoolbag for belongings
Morning tea will be provided by the current Year 7 students, including a juice box. If your child has allergies, please indicate this in the forms below and provide their own morning tea if needed.
We encourage students to leave mobile devices at home or ensure they are switched off in their bags. The College is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal items.
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Forms to Complete Before Orientation Day
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In preparation for Orientation Day, your assistance is required in completing the below forms for your child. Please complete and return these forms by 3:00 pm, Friday, 4 October 2024.
1. Please complete the Year 7 2025 Orientation Day and Language Selection Form.
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Year 7 2025 Orientation Day and Language Selection Form
Students need to select a language, which they will study in Years 7 and 8. Language places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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2. Medical Form
​Complete this Medical Form only if your child’s medical details have changed since enrolment. Please send any updates or specialist/diagnostic reports to enrolments@olmca.wa.edu.au.
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3. Uniform Fitting Appointment
Uniform Shop Fitting Appointment
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Book a 30-minute uniform fitting between Monday, 14 October 2024 and Thursday, 28 November 2024. Appointments are required to ensure all students are fitted for their academic and sports uniforms.
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We look forward to welcoming your child to Orientation Day on Friday, 22 November 2024.
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If you have any questions, please contact the College on (08) 9720 3300 or email enrolments@olmca.wa.edu.au.
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