As many people would know, Türkiye and Syria have been struck by a devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake. Thousands of deaths have been reported in Türkiye and Syria and the death toll is increasing by the hour. Freezing winter weather is only adding to the devastation, as the thousands left injured, trapped or homeless are stuck in bitter cold and rain.
Merici College will be having a uniform free day (with a suggestion of wearing red items of clothing or accessories in solidarity with the country’s national colours).
This will be on Friday of this week (17th February) those participating must bring a gold coin donation – to contribute to a larger donation that will be made on behalf of the school community. The donations will be going to the Caritas Australia Turkey Syria Crisis Appeal. Without a donation, students will be expected to be in full and correct school uniform.
To ensure that this day is as successful as possible, students are required to follow the dress guidelines below.
- All College rules about make-up and jewellery apply on this day.
- Please bring your PE uniform for PE classes.
- Shoulders must be covered and no shoe-string tops, bare midriffs or revealing necklines.
- Skirts and/or shorts should be mid-length or longer: no ‘short-shorts’ or ‘mini skirts’.
- No pyjamas or onesies.
- No ‘skins’ or tights to be worn instead of trousers or jeans.
- No inappropriate slogans or symbols on clothing or accessories.
- Shoes should be full enclosed and appropriate for activities completed in science laboratories and food and technology lessons.
- Do not wear any of the following shoe types: ugg boots, thongs or high-heeled shoes.
Without a donation, students will be expected to be in full and correct school uniform.
Please support this most worthwhile cause.
