20 Feb 2025
As we embark on another exciting academic year, we want to highlight the importance of staying connected with your child's education through the communication tools employed by our school.
In today's fast-paced world, effective communication between parents, students, and educators is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment. To streamline this communication, we utilise three key platforms: School Bytes, Sentral, and Moodle.
School Bytes
School Bytes serves as our central hub for school payments and permissions. By creating a parent portal account and regularly checking School Bytes, you can stay informed about school activities, special events, and invoices/payments. This platform ensures that you are always in the loop, allowing you to actively participate in your child's school life. You can also use School Bytes for accessing some forms including Extended leave travel. We are hoping to expand the use of School Bytes through the year,
Sentral
Having a sentral parent portal account provides a holistic view of your child's progress. By regularly logging into Sentral, you gain access to a wealth of information crucial for staying involved and informed.
Viewing Attendance Rates: Keep track of your child's attendance and punctuality, allowing you to address any concerns promptly and ensure they are getting the most out of their education.
Explaining Absences: If your child is absent, Sentral provides a platform for you to explain the reason, fostering a transparent and accountable attendance process.
Booking Parent-Teacher Interviews: Facilitate open communication with teachers by utilizsng Sentral to book parent-teacher interviews.
Viewing Semester Reports: Access comprehensive semester reports to gain a detailed understanding of your child's academic achievements and areas for growth.
Viewing STARS (Student Tracking and Reporting System): Sentral's STARS feature provides real-time updates on your child's progress, enabling you to celebrate their successes. STARS are a key aspect of our Merit System including Student of the Week.
Reading Daily Messages:. Receive important daily announcements to help your child become organised and prepared for opportunities.
Viewing Student Timetables: Easily access your child's timetable, helping you stay informed about their daily schedule and upcoming classes.
Accessing the School Calendar and Upcoming Events: Sentral ensures you are aware of all school activities, important dates, and upcoming events. Mark your calendars to actively participate in your child's extracurricular and academic pursuits..
Moodle:
Moodle is our e-learning platform designed to extend the learning experience beyond the classroom walls. Here, you can access, assessment schedule and task notifications as well as other useful resources including Sydney Morning Herald online and elibrary links. Engaging with Moodle enables you to support your child's studies at home and encourages a collaborative approach to education.
Why Embrace These Tools? Understanding and utilising School Bytes, Sentral, and Moodle is not just about keeping up with technology; it's about actively participating in your child's education. These platforms foster transparency, communication, and collaboration between parents, students, and teachers, ultimately contributing to the success of our students.
We encourage you to explore these tools and reach out if require assistance. Thank you for your continued partnership in making our school a place of learning, growth, and success.
Below is a summary table of how to access the there platforms and their uses within the school.
