Mercy Snapshot

All the important news in an easy to read format

Term 3 - Issue 7, October 2024

IMPORTANT DATES:

Thursday, 7 November: Final Day for Year 11 Students
Friday, 8 November: Year 11 Exams Commence
Friday, 15 November: Year 11 Exams Conclude
Wednesday, 20 November: Dance Concert
Friday, 22 November: Year 7, 2025 Orientation Day
Friday, 6 December: Term 4 Concludes

The College calendar can be found here.

School Bus Services (SBS) - SAVE YOUR SEAT 2025

School Bus Services (SBS) have started to receive a number of applications for the 2025 school year.

Families do not need to reapply if there are no changes to their current circumstances and they are currently receiving transport assistance by the way of bus or conveyance allowance.

SBS are encouraging new applications to be submitted before 15 November 2024 in order to save a seat for 2025. Any applications received after this date may be delayed which will affect getting onto a bus in time for the commencement of Term 1, 2025.

If you have any questions, please contact School Bus Services on (08) 9326 2625.

Student Services Information

Please find below the opening hours for the College Administration Office and Uniform Shop.

Administration Opening Hours

Monday - Friday: Open 8.00am to 4.00pm

Uniform Shop Opening Hours

• Tuesdays: 8:00am – 4:00pm (closed for lunch 12:00pm – 1:00pm)
• Thursdays: 8:00am – 9:30am and 2:30pm – 4pm

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

The 2024 College Calendar can be accessed via the College Website using this link: College Calendar – Please note that 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:

1. SMS: 0481 883 568

2. Via the SEQTA app

3. Phone: (08) 9720 3300, Option 2

4. 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.

Snake Sightings on College Grounds

As the warmer weather settles in, we have noticed increased snake activity around the College grounds. This is a natural occurrence during this time of year as snakes begin to move more frequently. We kindly ask all students, staff, and visitors to remain vigilant when moving around the campus. Please take care, avoid walking through long grass or garden areas, and report any snake sightings to staff immediately.

College Tutorials

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 and Year 7, 2026 Enrolments: Please be advised that these year groups are at capacity. Please contact the Enrolments Department by phone on (08) 9720 3300 for further information.

Year 7 2025 Orientation Day: The Year 7 2025 Orientation Day will be held on Friday, 22 November 2024. Information relating to this event has been emailed to families.

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

Families with a remaining balance received a copy of their School Fee Statements via email on Wednesday, 18 September. Please be mindful that all fees must be paid in full by Friday, 1 November 2024.

If you have any questions or need to discuss a payment arrangement, please contact our Finance Department on (08) 9720 3300 or via email accounts@olmca.wa.edu.au.

More information regarding College Fees and Health Care Card Discount can also be found on the website here.

Community Notices

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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.

After School Study

The Brunswick Junction Community Resource Centre is running an after-school study program to provide high school students with a safe and calm space to study every Wednesday from 3 PM to 5 PM.