Reminder - Sully
- We would like to introduce a new member of our school community, Sully; Sully will be here on Thursdays and Fridays as a therapy dog who works with our school counsellor, Karlie Lawson.
- Sully enjoys meeting children and especially listening to them read stories, or being outside with children.
- The value of pet ‘therapy’ is widely accepted as an aid to stimulation and communication. The presence of companion animals can also improve the well-being of children and lower the rate of anxiety.
- Animals are not generally allowed on school premises. Appropriate consideration and consultation was undertaken for this activity.
- Whilst inherent risks will remain, and some people will choose not to participate, our school supports this activity occurring. Sully is a well-behaved friend, has passed required temperament testing, and has all the expected vaccinations and routinely visits the vet for normal check-ups.
- Sully will spend his day with Karlie as she goes about her student support duties. Children, at times, will have a chance to interact with Sully either with Karlie and, as they grow, independently. Please also note children will not be allowed to feed Sully.
- If you do not want your child to interact with Sully, please email Mr Linhart no later than 20/5/22 via stpatslat@catholic.tas.edu.au We will assume that no reply by the given date, allows interaction with Sully.
- If you have any questions, please contact Mr Linhart.