School Reminders
Lesson and Break Times
| Bell time | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 8.30am | Morning play |
| 9.00am | First session |
| 11.00am | First break |
| 11.40am | Second session |
| 1.00pm | Second break |
| 1.40pm | Last session |
| 3.00pm | End of the school day |
Student Absence
Parents of students who are absent without explanation at 9am roll marking will receive a text message alert. This message requests parents to contact the school either by phone, return SMS or email to confirm the absence and reason. If you know that your child will be absent from school or is sick, please use one of the following options to inform the school. You can also notify in advance of appointments or family holidays.
If your child is away from school, you can phone the Student Absence Line 24/7 on (07) 4672 3660 or the school number (07) 4672 3666 and follow the prompts leaving student name, class and reason for absence and the duration of absence, you can fill in the information on the Absentee form on the schoolzine link on the school newsletter, or on the downloaded Schoolzine app or email: absences@dalbyss.eq.edu.au.
Late to School
Students are required to arrive at school between 8.30am and 8.55am each day. School commences at 9am and concludes at 3pm. If a student arrives after the start of the school day, he/she must present to the Front Office for a late slip.
Exemptions from Schooling
Students who are absent from school for more than ten consecutive days (because of illness or family holidays) require an exemption.
Principals may approve exemptions from school of less than one year where there is an appropriate reason and/or it would be inappropriate for the child to attend. These measures should be discussed with the principal.