Important Update: Uniform Shop Relocation and Access Options

Dear College Community,

We would like to inform families that the School Locker Uniform Shop currently located on SCU Campus will be relocating offsite as of next week. As part of this transition, the College is actively working with School Locker to identify some suitable alternatives to make accessing uniforms as convenient as possible for our families. School Locker is currently looking at potential new locations within the Lismore area.

In the meantime, families are reminded that uniforms remain fully accessible via two other convenient methods:

• In-store at the Ballina School Locker location
  
  
• Online through the School Locker website, with the option for home delivery
  

For families who may find the trip to Ballina challenging, the College is also exploring the possibility of providing access to uniform sizing samples on campus. This will allow students to try on items before placing an order, helping ensure the correct fit without the need for travel.

As always, we take great pride in the way our students represent the College. Wearing the correct uniform and maintaining a high standard of presentation reflects our values of respect, responsibility, and pride in our learning community. We kindly ask that all families continue to support the College by ensuring their child is dressed in accordance with the uniform policy each day.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we work through this period of change, and will keep families updated with further developments regarding the new Lismore uniform shop location.

We are pleased to share a potential opportunity for families that supports student health and wellbeing. Specsavers Lismore has offered to provide free vision screening for students at our school as part of their commitment to improving children's eye health across the Northern Rivers.

The screening would be conducted by a qualified optometry team and take only about 5 minutes per student. It involves a series of brief tests, including:

• Vision assessment
  
  
• Eye muscle testing
  
  
• Colour vision screening
  

Last year, over 300 students in the region participated in Specsavers' school screenings, with more than 70 students identified as needing further care. In those cases, Specsavers offered bulk-billed follow-up eye tests and discounted glasses for those requiring vision correction.

Each participating student would receive a brief, confidential report outlining their results. No personal information will be retained by Specsavers beyond what is needed for the screening itself (name and date of birth).

If the school proceeds with this program, screenings would take place on campus between August and September.

Healthy vision plays a crucial role in a child’s learning, and we’re excited about the possibility of offering this valuable service. Further details, including consent forms and scheduling, will be shared with families if this initiative is confirmed.

Stay tuned for updates in upcoming newsletters.     

Junior Social: A Night to Remember – Organised by Students, for Students

Last Friday evening, the indoor basketball court was transformed into a vibrant dance floor as students gather for the much-anticipated Junior Social, hosted by our very own Student Representative Council (SRC).

From planning the theme to setting up the space and running the event on the night, the Junior Social was a fantastic example of students leading with initiative and creativity. The SRC team worked hard behind the scenes to ensure everything ran smoothly, creating an inclusive and fun-filled evening for all who attended.

A highlight of the night was the high-energy music, that was provided by none other than Year 12 student JJ Walters, who generously volunteered his time and talent to bring the event to life. Giving up his Friday night, JJ created an incredible atmosphere with a playlist that kept everyone dancing and enjoying themselves well into the evening.

Events like the Junior Social remind us of the value of student leadership and the power of community spirit. Congratulations to all the SRC members involved in making the night such a success — your efforts truly made it a special occasion for your fellow students!

Tony Flood