Marist College Canberra Coronavirus Response

The COVID-19 outbreak continues to escalate in severity. The Commonwealth Government and Heads of State and Territory Governments have been coordinating and escalating their response based on medical and biosecurity advice.

A reminder to please be aware that the following precautionary measures are now in place for all Marist families:

• As of Sunday night, 15 March, any families or family members returning to the country after spending time outside Australia, must self-isolate for 14 days. Students with family members who are returning must also self-isolate if they have contact with the returning family member.
• If any families or family members have had contact with any confirmed Novel Coronavirus case, you must isolate yourself and your son in your home for 14 days following exposure and please make contact with your GP and/or other medical authorities (eg: Coronavirus Information line)
• If your son has any flu-like symptoms, please make contact with your GP and do not send him to school until he is better and cleared to return by your GP.

If any Marist family’s circumstances align with the above in regards to travel and subsequent self-isolation, please contact Deputy Headmaster Ryan Greer immediately, so that we are able to discuss arrangements and confirm care details for your son and your family.

Upcoming Camps and Retreats Postponed

Consistent with advice received from both the ACT Education Directorate and NSW Department of Education, please be aware that all scheduled camps, excursions and retreats for the remainder of Term 1 have now been postponed.  

Please see below for a list of postponements or cancellations to several College events. 

Co-Curricular Sport

Due to the escalating COVID-19 situation and consistent with advice from medical and Government authorities, the majority of local Sporting Associations are postponing or cancelling games, trainings, trials and all other club-related activities. 

The College yesterday advised all Marist sporting clubs that effective immediately, they needed to cease games, training, trials and other related activities for the rest of this term. As the COVID-19 situation evolves, further decisions about Term 2 and onwards will be made as more information and advice becomes available. 

Whilst disappointing, student, staff, volunteers and community safety and welfare are paramount, and we will continue to be guided by the appropriate medical and Government authorities.

If you have any questions in relations to the College’s response to COVID-19, please contact Deputy Headmaster Ryan Greer.