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In this Issue

College News
  • Uniform and Device Reminders
  • Canteen Update – Moving to Cashless
  • Reminder About Parking Near the College
  • After-School Canteen Service
Upcoming Events
    Ex-Students
    • Mount St Benedict Ex-Students Association Meeting

    College News

    Uniform and Device Reminders

    Uniform and Device Reminders

    We appreciate that families are working hard to ensure that their daughter's dress/skirt reaches to the bottom of the knee . The College extended the date to Monday, 16 February, to allow families to adjust hems or purchase new items. If there are any issues, students should speak to their Head of House. Many thanks to Mrs Keogh and Mrs Johnston, who were available at lunchtimes this week teach the girls how to lengthen their hems at lunchtimes.

    Families may also consider visiting the Uniform Exchange in Pymble for secondhand MSB uniforms. The shop is open on weekdays from 9.30am-5pm and on Saturdays from 10am-2pm. Uniform Exchange advises calling 9988 3374 or 0466 969 734 to check stock availability before visiting.

    Students have been reminded

    • Mobile phones should be locked in lockers during the school day. Any girl with her mobile on her during the course of the day will have it confiscated and a detention will be issued. Three phone confiscations will result in a meeting with parents.
    • A reminder also that the College issued laptops should be used appropriately and for the purpose of learning.

    Canteen Update – Moving to Cashless

    Canteen Update – Moving to Cashless

    From the beginning of Term One, the Vanilla Blue Canteen has moved to a cashless system.

    How students can pay:

    • Order online via Flexischools
    • Pay at the counter using EFTPOS
    • Use their Student Card

    Moving to a cashless system will help to speed up service, reduce queues, and create a more efficient experience for students at recess and lunch.

    Helpful Links:

    • Download Flexischools / Set Up an Account: https://flexischools.com.au/
    • View the Term 1 Canteen Menu

    Thank you for your support as we implement this change.

    Reminder About Parking Near the College

    Reminder About Parking Near the College

    The College has received complaints from local residents located near the Hull Road driveway. It has been disappointing to hear of cars regularly parked over resident driveways and instances of double-parking, particularly around 3 pm on weekdays during the school term.

    All members of our community should be respectful of our neighbours when parking and picking up their daughters. Just as importantly, we remind you that student and pedestrian safety is a priority for us all. Unsafe or illegal parking can pose serious risks to students and others navigating busy streets during peak times.

    Please note that it is illegal to park across a driveway, even partially and that offenders can face fines exceeding $320. Parking rangers from Hornsby Council will be regularly patrolling the area.

    Please:

    • Allow clear access to all driveways.
    • Avoid parking on curbs or nature strips.
    • Park only on one side of narrow streets.
    • Do not use the College driveway to turn around, as this creates serious hazards for students, pedestrians, and other drivers.
    • Consider an alternative pick-up point if the area is too congested.

    We also remind families that there is to be no student drop-off or pick-up via the College's Hull Road entry at any time.

    In addition, we encourage the use of public transport options available from the College, including the free Bennies shuttle bus service to and from the Cherrybrook Metro.

    Hornsby Shire Council road safety officers have been at the College recently and have issued warnings to some of our parents. The Council have the power to issue fines and demerits to any drivers disobeying the road rules. Please see the image for parking and traffic rules in school zones.

    Thank you for your continued cooperation in supporting both our students’ safety and our positive relationship with the local community.

    After-School Canteen Service

    After-School Canteen Service

    After-school activities and hungry students? We’ve got it covered!

    We are pleased to offer an after-school canteen service to support students who remain onsite for cocurricular activities, study sessions, or other school events.

    Parents and carers can place an after-school order for their child via Flexischools. Please note that orders must be submitted by 9:00am on the day.

    A limited selection will also be available for purchase at the counter, including drinks, snacks, cookies, ice-blocks, and any remaining food from the day.

    The extended canteen hours will operate Monday to Thursday, from 3:15pm to 4:15pm.

    We hope this service provides a convenient option for families and supports students staying onsite after school.

    Upcoming Events

    Upcoming Events ​
    Open Day Sunday 1 March 10am - 2pm
    Pupil Free Day Monday 2 March. The College is closed on this day.
    Beyond Bennies Assembly * Thursday 5 March
    International Women's Day Breakfast (Year 12) Friday 6 March 7.30am - 8.30am
    Visit from Seiwa College Japanese students Saturday 7 March - Wednesday 11 March
    Naplan Writing Test-Years 7 and 9 Wednesday 11 March
    Naplan Reading Test-Years 7 and 9 Thursday 12 March
    Naplan Conventions of Language Test-Years 7 and 9 Friday 13 March
    P&F Year 7 Welcome Evening Friday 13 March 7pm - 9.30pm
    Naplan Numeracy Test-Years 7 and 9 Tuesday 17 March
    Year 10 Residential Experience Wednesday 18 March - Friday 20 March
    Year 12 Half Yearly Exams Friday 20 March - Friday 27 March
    Year 11 Learning Conversations  (zoom) Tuesday 24 March
    College Tour Wednesday 25 March
    Easter Liturgy Wednesday 1 April
    Staff Talent Quest Wednesday 1 April
    End of Term One Wednesday 1 April

    To access the schedule of events for 2026 log in to the BenniesLink (Parent Portal) Calendar here .

    *College Assemblies For Parents

    College Assemblies are livestreamed for the MSB parent community at 9:40-10:45am on the dates specified in the schedule above. The live stream link is here.

    Please view the College Term Dates here.

    Ex-Students

    Mount St Benedict Ex-Students Association Meeting

    Mount St Benedict Ex-Students Association Meeting

    Ex-Students who are part the school community are warmly invited to the upcoming MSBESA Meeting.

    Date: Monday 16 February 2026
    Time: 6:30pm
    Where: Online via zoom

    RSVP using the link provided so the Committee can prepare for our online crowd! RSVP Here

    Whether you graduated last year or decades ago, your ideas, energy, and presence matter. MSBESA thrives when new faces join the conversation; so come along, contribute, and help shape the future of our vibrant alumnae network.

    All ex-students are welcomed. Fresh voices. New ideas. Shared connections.

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    Kind regards

    Mrs Emily McCubbin
    Acting MSBESA President

    Mount St Benedict College

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