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\ This Prospectus is intended to give to the parents of the students of this school as much information as possible concerning the school for this academic year. Newsletters are sent home electronically each fortnight, and if necessary would outline any changes to the information in this book.

Postal Address 19 Simmons Street Millmerran 4357

Telephone (07) 4695 3333

Fax (07) 4695 3300

E-Mail principal@millmerrss.eq.edu.au

Website www.millmerrss.eq.edu.au

Office Hours 8.15am – 3.30pm

2019 DATES

Term 1 Tuesday 29 January – Friday 5 April 10 weeks

Term 2 Tuesday 23 April – Friday 28 June 10 weeks

Term 3 Monday 15 July – Friday 20 September 10 weeks

Term 4 Tuesday 8 Oct – Friday 13 December 10 weeks

Public Holidays Australia Day (Holiday)

Toowoomba Show Holiday

Good Friday

Easter Monday

ANZAC Day Holiday

Labour Day

Queen’s Birthday

Saturday 26 January (Monday 28 January)

Thursday 28 March

Friday 19 April

Monday 22 April

Thursday 25 April

Monday 6 May

Monday 7 October

Student Free Days Term One

Term Four

23, 24, 25 January

Monday 21 October

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CONTENTS

Dates 1

Contents 2

Staff List 2019 3

Statement of Purpose 4

About Our School 5

Absence / Arrival / Leaving School 6

Accident / Illness at School 6

Assembly 6

Assessment 6

Behaviour – see Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students 7

Bell Times 7

Buses 8

Banned Items 8

Change of Address 8

Chaplaincy Program 8

Communication 8

Complaints Process 8

Curriculum Program 9

Curriculum Risk Management 9

Differentiation 10

Enrolments 10

Homework 10 - 11

Instrumental Music Program 11

Lockers 11

Medication 11 - 12

Mobile Phones 12

Newsletter 12

Parents’ and Citizens’ Association 12

Pathways – Secondary 12

Personal Property 13

Postive Behaviour for Learning/Pastoral Care 13

Refund Procedures 13

Religious Instruction 13

Reports 13

Secondary Textbook Hire Scheme 14

Sport 14

Student Diary 14

Student Support Services 14

Tuckshop 14

Uniform 14 - 15

Visitors 15

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STAFF – 2019

ADMINISTRATION EMAIL NAME

Principal jJkent32 Jenny Kent

Deputy Principal agibb15 Anita Gibbs

Head of Department tvanb13 Tanya Van Bruinessen

PRIMARY

kande330 Kate Anderson

klden0 Kristin Dent

jdine1 Joanne Dines

axhod4 Amber Hodkinson

mclic0 Miranda Licence

svolk13 Shelley Stower

pthor2 Pam Thornton

jwilk1 John Wilkes

SECONDARY

tchur41 Tara Churchill

ajack191 Amy Dyson

tfox19 Tracey Fox

rglee1 Rosalyn Gleeson

arnic0 Andrew Nicholson

prnol0 Pearta Nolan

nscha1 Nola Schaumburg

rjsta1 Rebecca Stark

cturn190 Claire Turner

SUPPORT SERVICES

Students with Disabilities manto1 Mary Antonio

Support Teacher Literacy and Numeracy mgoeb7 Maree Goebel

Support Teacher Literacy and Numeracy nscha1 Nola Schaumburg

Music/Instrumental Music Teacher amacc20 Ashley Macartney

ICT Support pheen2 Peter Heenan

HOC/LOTE Teacher ssche46 Sharon Scheiwe

Chaplain peterb2@ chappy.org.au

Peter Brouwer

Youth Health Nurse ffleg4 Fiona Flegler

Guidance Officer gdavi0 Graeme Davies

ANCILLARY

Business Services Manager Karol Wilkes (kwilk1) Wayne Bentley (wbent5)

Administrative Officer Sue Parker (spark186)

Amelia Stower (astow31)

Karyn Commens (kcomm10)

Kirsty Williams (kwill906)

Teacher Aides

Lesa Casey (lcase39)

Linda King (lking85)

Donna Hughes (dhugh69)

Carissa Foreman (cfore15)

Lexie Antonio (aanto35)

Mary Tosswill (mtoss1)

Tammy Jurd (tjurd3)

Lynn Gollan ((lgoll8)

Chloe Nielsen (cniel0)

Kelly Sprott (kspro11)

Janitor/Groundsperson Leona Stubbin (lstub14)

Cleaners Gemma Hipona

Marion Gillespie

Roslyn Armstrong

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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

VISION

Our vision:

Inspiring adaptable and resourceful life-long learners connected to the world.

We demonstrate:

excellence in teaching and learning to achieve the best student outcomes;

a quality curriculum that contributes to students leading morally responsible and productive lives

in their own and a global society;

inclusive practices;

productive partnerships to achieve our common goals, and

innovative, responsive and accountable leadership management throughout our school.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

To be a school community we must live honestly, be respectful and take responsibility for our learning

and safety.

MOTTO Our school motto is “Live Honestly”.

VALUES Our school values are:

SAFETY, LEARNING, RESPONSIBILITY and RESPECT

EXPECTATIONS Our School Expectations are:

Be Safe

Be a Learner

Be Responsible

Be Respectful

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GENERAL INFORMATION

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL - STUDENTS AND COMMUNITY

Millmerran is a township of approximately 1050 people, 80kms south-west of Toowoomba servicing a

diverse rural community producing timber, cereal crops, cotton, vegetables, sheep, cattle, pigs and

poultry. In 1999, a coal-powered power station was constructed. Millmerran State P-10 School was

established in 1882 as Yandilla Provisional School. The school’s name was changed in September

1901 to Millmerran.

The school caters for a wide range of students from Prep to Year 10 by providing varied learning

opportunities within our curriculum. Every student in every phase of learning receives a personalised

approach that responds to their individual needs. The implementation of the Australian Curriculum in

English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, and Health and Physical Education means our

curriculum is aligned with the state and the nation.

A very strong supportive school community exists which combines the efforts of all stakeholders

working together towards the goal of excellence in education. Our students have the opportunity to

explore career pathways through work experience, TAFE courses and school-based apprenticeships

and traineeships. We have a School Chaplain to address the religious, spiritual and/or ethical needs of

the students. Our school encourages parent and community involvement from our strong volunteer

helpers through to involvement in community based projects. Our Parents and Citizens Association is

very active in our school providing support for our students and staff.

FACILITIES

The school buildings are set in extensive grounds with classrooms being predominantly a traditional

plan design. PREP is located on the school site and is an integral part of the school campus. Our

school includes fully refurbished Science laboratory and Home Economics Facility, and a Manual Arts

Centre. A Library and Assembly Hall were completed in 2011.

The school currently has 3 designated computer labs. All primary classes have access in their

classrooms to computers. The school has recently upgraded the wireless network and this will further

expand the availability of computers to all students. The use of laptops and IPads is also evident

across the school. All teachers have access to personal laptops from the Computers to Teachers

scheme, in order to support the integration of ICTs into learning. Digital technology is an integral part of

our curriculum.

The Millmerran State P-10 School has attractive grounds with shady trees. It has an oval with cricket

pitch, practice wickets, adventure playgrounds and shaded play areas. School facilities support a

strong community interest in sport and the children make good use of the well presented and grassed

playing areas and as well as the nearby Sports Centre, tennis courts and swimming pool. The

Millmerran School community sees an advantage in P-10 schools, in that there is continuity for children

as they progress through the various levels of education. Our school has established very strong links

with Pittsworth State High School as this is the destination of the majority of our Year 10 students.

FINANCIAL RESOURCES

The school has a total annual budget of approximately $500 000, which is comprised of funds from:

Education Queensland’s grant allocation

Parent contributions

Parents and Citizens Association contributions

Commonwealth Government Grants

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THE ABC’s of MILLMERRAN STATE P-10 SCHOOL

ABSENCE / ARRIVAL / LEAVING SCHOOL

Daily text messages are sent identifying absent students and should be responded to with a reason for the absence. Alternatively, students should bring a note to give to the form or class teacher to explain absences. The note should be given to the class teacher upon return to school. Parents may also ring the Student Absence Line on 4695 3360 or advise via the QParent portal.

Secondary rolls are marked in the morning during form meeting or assembly and during class during the day. Primary rolls are marked by the class teacher twice each day. Students who are late for school or for a class must report to the office for a ‘late slip’ if arriving after 9am. Parents who wish to collect students early, must come to the office to sign students out. Students will be called to meet parents at the office. Students must not arrive at the school earlier than 8.30am unless their bus arrives prior to this time. This is essential due to the supervision available before school.

ACCIDENT / ILLNESS AT SCHOOL

The sick bay is located in the Administration area of the school. If students are feeling unwell they are to tell their teacher, who will report it to the office where they will be admitted to sick bay. Students are permitted to stay in the sick bay for a short period of time before they return to class or until parents/caregivers are contacted to collect them. In the case of an accident/incident students are to report to the teacher on duty or school office immediately. If necessary, the Ambulance will be contacted to take the injured person to the hospital, parents or an emergency contact will be contacted as soon as possible. It is the parent/caregivers’ responsibility to collect a student from the hospital.

ASSEMBLY – Celebrating our Achievements!

Monday 8.50am Secondary Assembly Friday 2.30pm Primary Assembly

Parents and Caregivers are welcome to attend Primary Assembly each week and special whole school assemblies when they occur in order to celebrate the achievements of our students. Generally we acknowledge Students of the Week at Primary Assembly each Friday. Other acknowledgements are made through our newsletters, class reward programs, special whole school assemblies and Presentation Evening.

ASSESSMENT

Our school uses a wide range of assessment tasks to assist in making judgements about a student’s progress. The school makes use of National Testing data, Diagnostic Assessment Tasks – such as PAT Maths and the class based assessment program which may include exams, assignments and practical activities to make these judgements. For primary and secondary students – see the detailed Assessment Planner which is handed to students at the start of each semester. In 2019 this will be available on the school website. There is a secondary assessment policy, which is published in the Student Diary. Secondary assessment schedules are printed for students and will also be available to parents through QParent.

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BEHAVIOUR

Millmerran State P-10 School is committed to providing a safe, respectful and disciplined learning environment for students and staff, where students have a right to and receive a high quality education. The Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students is designed to facilitate high standards of behaviour so that the learning and teaching in our school can be effective and students can participate positively within our school community. The Millmerran State P-10 School community is committed to 4 key values which forms the basis for the plan:

Safety

Learning

Responsibility Respect

In order to support and acknowledge positive behaviour across the school, the school has a designated Positive Behaviour for Learning team who coordinate school wide reward systems for students. Additionally weekly assemblies and formal assemblies acknowledge the achievements of our students throughout the year. At times some student’s behaviour may need additional support. Parents are notified in writing or via a phone call of this and the specific behavior(s) of concern, as we believe that working together is the best way to support our students. See the available document - Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students

BELL TIMES

8.55 START

9.00 Lesson 1 All

9.35 Lesson 2 All

10.10 Lesson 3 All

10.45 Lesson 4A (Secondary) Primary Morning Tea 10.45

10.55 – 11.20 Primary Play

11.20 Lesson 4B (Primary) Secondary Morning Tea 11.20

11.30 – 12.00 Secondary Play

12.00 Lesson 5 All

12.35 Lesson 6A (Secondary) Primary Lunch 12.35

12.45 – 1.15 Primary Play

1.15 Lesson 6B (Primary) Secondary Lunch 1.15

1.25 – 1.50 Secondary Play

1.50 Lesson 7 All

2.25 Lesson 8 All

3.00 FINISH

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BUSES

Children from the Tummaville/Pampas, Kooroongarra and Captains Mountain/Scrubby Creek buses line up at the gate and leave from Simmons Street, while the Lemon Tree/Turallin, Bringalily and Rocky Creek/Ivanhoe bus children gather at the bus shelter and leave from Stanley Street. Bus drivers should be notified if a child is to be absent. Conveyance Committees meet at least once a year, usually in Term One. Application forms for the conveyance allowance may be obtained from QLD Transport. The Queensland Department of Transport is responsible for school buses. A Code of Conduct for school bus travel applies and is applied at all times.

BANNED ITEMS

The following items are not to be brought to school upon any circumstances:

aAerosol cans of any kind.

cChewing gum.

pPermanent markers, liquid paper.

aAlcohol, cigarettes, drugs, lighters.

wWeapons including knives/blades, bullets and explosives.

eEnergy drinks, soft drinks.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS and PHONE NUMBER

If at any time you change your address, phone number, or email address, please report this change to the office as soon as possible. This information is necessary so that official records can be kept up to date and immediate contact can be made in the event of an emergency.

CHAPLAINCY PROGRAM

This school community provides a Chaplaincy program endorsed by the school P & C Association and is available on a voluntary basis to all students. The Chaplain is a part of the student support program and is available to all students upon parent/caregiver consent, written authorization is required.

COMMUNICATION

We have a very strong supportive school community, which has been built up over a number of years through the combined efforts of students, teachers, families and school support staff working together. This valuable work can be undone through a breakdown in communications. Therefore, please always keep the communication pathways open and do not hesitate to ask members of the school community for assistance when required. Contacting teachers is the first step in the communication process. Our main forms of communication are:

nNewsletters, sSchool sSign, eEmail, SMS

sStudent dDiaries/hHomework bBooks

aAssemblies

mMeet the tTeachers – tTerm 1

pParent / tTeacher iInterviews – tTerms 1 and 3

iInformation eEvenings. Parents will be notified of these events through the school newsletter. Teachers and Administrative staff are available for interviews upon request after 8.15am. Please ensure you contact the school to arrange an appointment in advance.

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COMPLAINTS PROCESS

If after making contact with the class teacher, you have a concern or an issue you wish to discuss, please contact a member of Administration through the school office. Further information is available through the Complaints Process available on the school website.

CURRICULUM PROGRAM

In 2012 Queensland introduced the Australian Curriculum. This curriculum describes a learning entitlement for each Australian Student. It sets out what young people should be taught and an expectation of the quality of their learning. Ministers for Education have affirmed their commitment to an Australian Curriculum in all eight learning areas outlined in the Melbourne Declaration on Education Goals for Young Australians to ensure every Australian school student is taught the same core curriculum and is judged against the same achievement standards. The learning areas of English, Mathematics, Science, History, Social Sciences and Health and Physical Education will be taught to students each year from Prep to Year 10.

The Australian curriculum for the Arts, Business and Economics, Civics and Citizenship, Design Technology and Digital Technology, and Languages will be developed for students across Prep to Year 10. Students in Years 9 and 10 will have the flexibility to continue or discontinue learning in these areas depending on which electives our school is able to offer.

Prep Children attend a full day program five days a week. Each session operates between 8.50am and 3.00pm. The Prep Curriculum is based on the Australian Curriculum and the Early Years Curriculum Guidelines. The Early Years Curriculum Guidelines has been specifically designed for use in the Preparatory Year. It provides a framework for continuity of learning throughout the early phase of learning.

Years 1 to 6 All students study the Key Learning Areas: English, Mathematics, Science, History and Social Sciences, Health and Physical Education, The Arts and a Language other than English — Japanese., All students attend PE and Music Lessons. Lower primary students also attend specialist Library lessons and upper primary students attend specialist Digital Technology lessons. Our curriculum is based upon the Australian Curriculum and the QCAR Framework.

Years 7 to 10 In 2019 years 7 to 10 will study a Core Curriculum of English, Mathematics, Science, HASS (7) History/ Geography/ Civics(8,9,10), Health and Physical Education, Technology and The Arts (7,8) that is derived from the Australian Curriculum. Other elective subjects are offered in Years 9 and 10. The curriculum will be adjusted over time as different learning areas are introduced, with full implementation due in 2020. Staff are well prepared for the introduction, with professional development, planning and resources being provided.

CURRICULUM RISK MANAGEMENT

All curriculum activities undertaken are conducted within the requirements of HLS-PR-012 Managing Risks in School Curriculum Activities – the Department of Education and Training procedure that outlines our responsibilities for curriculum risk management. Activities are assessed by the level of risk and control measures are implemented accordingly. Activities are assessed as, Low, Medium, High or Extreme risk activities. All risk assessments are stored in a central location and require approval by Administration prior to being implemented. Risk assessments relevant to specific Secondary subject area will be outlined in the Secondary Subject Information Guides.

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DIFFERENTIATION

Optimizing every student’s opportunity to achieve their potential lies at the heart of Millmerran State P-10 School’s commitment to all students. All students are able to learn at a pace, depth and level of complexity that suits their abilities. Our school seeks to create a learning environment that challenges and supports students to pursue excellence and develop a passion for lifelong learning. Millmerran State P-10 School aims to provide

a whole school environment that values excellence and promotes life-long learning for all students

an enriched curriculum that enables gifts across all domains to be appreciated and nurtured.

opportunities for collaboration between stakeholders (school personnel, parents/caregivers and gifted students themselves)

a differentiated curriculum to meet the diverse needs of learners

opportunities for students to be in contact with and/or work with others of similar ability on a consistent and ongoing basis

flexible program options for students that acknowledge prior learning and have well-articulated and sequenced goals

documentation that records progress and facilitates access to and continuous programming across the different sectors in the education system (primary/secondary/ tertiary)

opportunities to participate in ICAS

ongoing professional development for teachers so that they can continue to develop their knowledge and skills to differentiate for all students.

Additionally, we offer:

Annual participation in the Mathematics Teams Challenge, and the USQ Science and Engineering Challenge.

School Instrumental Music Program.

ENROLMENTS

New enrolment interviews for 2019 are available upon request. It is requested that new students bring to the interview a copy of their birth certificate, previous school reports and other relevant information pertaining to their enrolment. A range of documents will be provided to you upon enrolment of your child at our school. Enrolments will require a minimum of 24 hours process time AFTER paperwork has been handed in to the school prior to commencing.

HOMEWORK

Homework is considered to be an important part of our students’ curriculum. In the primary years homework usually consists of reading, spelling and learning activities that consolidate the learning activities of that week. Homework will generally be set and checked each week. PRIMARY Students from Years Prep to 6 will be given set tasks to complete for homework that will cater for their literacy and numeracy needs. Parents are encouraged to play an active part in their child’s homework. We encourage students and parents to seek feedback regarding homework and their child’s progress. SECONDARY In Years 7 to 10, homework allows students to consolidate their learning and complete assessment tasks out of school. Homework is set in most subjects most nights. The Student Diary, issued at the beginning of each year provides an appropriate aid to student organisation. The Student Diary allows parents to keep in touch with the work that is being set to reinforce the day’s program. Information on the importance of homework is in the Student Diary Handbook.

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You can foster your child’s progress by:

eEncouragement

eEnsuring a quiet, pleasant study area

dDiscussion and guidance with work

iInsistence upon neat presentation

dDiscussing the school day

dDiscussing career options and necessary qualifications. If you are concerned about homework please contact your child’s teacher.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PROGRAM

Millmerran State P-10 School has an excellent Instrumental Music Program, comprising a concert band, rock band and smaller ensembles. The program provides students the opportunity to learn individually or with small groups as well as perform with the larger bands. Membership of the Instrumental Music Program is possible after Year 4 and requires dedication and motivation. For more information contact the school office. Students will have the opportunity to take on a leadership position within the school as Band Captains. All students are required to have Media Consent. There is also a fee associated with the Instrumental Music Program.

LOCKERS

Lockers are provided to secondary students upon payment of school fees at the beginning of the school year. Combination locks are provided, however, any damage to the lock will incur a replacement fee.

MEDICATION

These guidelines apply to medication prescribed by a medical practitioner and which is considered essential to be administered at school for a student to achieve optimum health and to participate fully in school life. Medication is likely to be associated with a health condition such as Epilepsy, Diabetes, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Cystic Fibrosis, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but may include other conditions diagnosed by a Medical Practitioner. School staff must not administer over-the-counter medication, including analgesics, homeopathic or prescribed medications unless they meet the accountability of a written request from a parent/caregiver accompanied by written advice from a medical practitioner and with the medication in the original labeled container. The exception is the reliever puffer, such as Ventolin, that is included for the emergency treatment of asthma under the guidelines. The containers for these are often blue. Expectations of Parents/Caregivers It is reasonable to expect parents/caregivers to undertake the following in relation to the administration of medication and/or management of health conditions.

Request the school in writing to administer prescribed medication or to assist in the management of a health condition.

Notify the school in writing of any requests and/or guidelines from Medical Practitioners including potential side effects or adverse reactions.

Provide the medication in the original labeled container to the nominated staff member at the school office.

Ensure the medication is not out of date and has an original pharmacy label with the student’s name, dosage and time to be taken.

Advise the school in writing and collect the medication when it is no longer required at school.

Advise the school in writing if student has any allergies (eg. Nuts) and provide prescribed medication if reaction should occur.

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MOBILE PHONES

Our school has clear guidelines about the use of mobile phones at school. They may be easily broken, lost or be stolen. As such they are a distraction to our learning environment. Some families like their children to have a mobile telephone to access their child out of school hours. If that is the case, they must be turned off while at school and left at the school office where they must be signed in first thing in the morning and out at the end of the day. Any urgent contact of students must be made through the school office. Consequences are outlined in the school’s Responsible Behaviour Plan for students and will apply to breaches of this policy.

NEWSLETTER

The school newsletter is published electronically and distributed every fortnight. The newsletter provides important information for parents in regard to dates, events, P & C notices and student achievements. Parents must request to receive paper copies. Local businesses are able to advertise in this newsletter. On alternate weeks a small date claimer notice will be sent to families. Notes go home to the youngest in the family.

PARENTS’ & CITIZENS’ ASSOCIATION

The P & C meets every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5.30pm, on a date advertised in the school newsletter. Please contact the school office for further information.

PATHWAYS PROGRAM - Secondary We offer all students opportunities to investigate and experience career options. Our School Guidance officer and staff work closely with students in order for students to make informed decisions about their future pathways. Students participate in Work Experience, industry and business field trips, TAFE Open Days and career counselling. Some students choose to access School Based Traineeships and Apprenticeships as part of their program. Work Experience Work Experience is offered to all Year 10’s and when identified, as being a supportive option in Year 9 with the approval of the Administration. All students in Year 10 are encouraged to undertake Work Experience as it provides an:

uUnderstanding of the world of work

iInsight into the responsibilities of the workplace

oOpportunity to explore careers of interest oOpportunity for goal setting.

School Based Traineeships & Apprenticeships We actively seek and promote opportunities for School Based Traineeships and Apprenticeships. They are an important pathway allowing young people to study for a vocational qualification while still at school. We work with Industry Training organizations, local businesses and industries in order to best support students who wish to take advantage of such opportunities. Generally students wishing to take on School Based Traineeships and Apprenticeships will commence them in Years 10 or 11. TAFE Links Our school supports students in accessing TAFE Training whilst at school, where course availability and transport permits.

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PERSONAL PROPERTY All personal property must be clearly labeled with the student’s name and year level. Valuable items, including mobile phones and other mobile devices should not be brought to school, but if they are, they should be handed in to the office. If money or valuables must be brought to school they are to be left at the school office and collected after school. Do not leave money or valuables unattended in class, lockers or school bags. Lost property should be reported to the office. There is a lost clothing cupboard under the junior wing which should be checked for any lost clothing.

POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR FOR LEARNING / PASTORAL CARE

The Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) program is the responsibility of all staff, students and parents. Primary classroom teachers are responsible for the delivery of weekly lessons teaching appropriate behaviours aligned to our school wide expectations. A weekly pastoral care program is provided for students in Years 7 to 10 incorporating the weekly PBL focus. Lessons are generally taught by the form teacher. Occasionally the School Health Nurse will visit and conduct sessions that are relevant. Occasionally the school is involved in programs from External Providers who support our Pastoral Care program.

REFUND PROCEDURES

Refunds and/or Pro Rata Refunds guidelines are as follows:

aA refund may not be made if the school has already incurred the expense.

wWhere a refund is to be made, parents will be required to complete a Request for Refund form (within two weeks for excursions) and will have two refund options as follows:

o a A credit against my child’s account at the school (which can be used for future excursions and/or school fees; or

o aAn EFT to parent’s bank account for which parents will be required to complete a Supplier Master Data Maintenance form (2 pages).

o Any queries should be made to the school office.

RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION

Legislation provides that within a specific period of time each week approved instructors, who are Religious Leaders or Accredited Representatives of a faith group and who are approved by the school, provide religious instruction to students to develop and support particular beliefs, values and attitudes. Parent permission forms are sent home each year to enable students to access this program. Parents retain the right at all times to determine if their child participates. The program is dependent on the availability of instructors.

REPORTS

Formal School report cards are issued twice each year to inform students and parents/caregivers of their progress. Interviews to discuss progress will occur at the end of Term 1 and Formal Report Cards are sent home at the end of Semester 1 and Semester 2. Parents are able to attend Parent/Teacher Interviews after each of these Reporting periods or at any other time by request.

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SECONDARY TEXTBOOK HIRE SCHEME

The Government allowance for secondary students is paid directly to the school and textbooks and some resources are provided free to students. Parents may write to the Principal requesting exemption from the scheme and purchase textbooks for their children, however, a charge will apply to cover the cost of duplicated material and other teaching aids used in classes. Students are required to contribute to the cost of elective subjects, some of which involve take home products. Please see Secondary handbooks for further information and information letters.

SPORT

We believe sporting success may lead to greatness. Our students have the opportunity to be successful in sport, competing at school, district, state and national level. Primary classes participate in physical activity opportunities and specialist PE lessons. Secondary students participate in core PE in Years 7 to 10. Other sporting activities held throughout the year include the swimming carnival, cross country, athletics carnival and the other activities such as Capture the Flag organized by the Student Council. Inter school sport is also arranged for Primary and Secondary students.

STUDENT DIARY

A student diary is provided to all secondary students at the beginning of each school year, with the payment of the school fees. This provides an overview of Homework and Assessment Policies and the Responsible Behaviour Plan for students.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Support services available to students at our school include: Guidance Officer, Special Education Teacher, Support Teacher - Literacy & Numeracy, School Based Youth Health Nurse, Speech Language Pathologist and Chaplain who visit the school.

TUCKSHOP

The tuckshop is open for morning tea and lunch on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. A menu/price list may be found on the school web page. Additional voluntary workers are always welcome. All students are required to order before school.

UNIFORM – STUDENT DRESS CODE

The student dress code applies to all school activities including extra-curricular, excursions and sport (unless prior permission is granted by the Principal). The Millmerran State P-10 School Parents’ & Citizens’ Association endorses the Principal or a Deputy Principal to have the final say as to whether or not the manner in which a student presents in uniform at school is in line with these guidelines. All Sports and Winter Uniform requirements are available from the P&C Uniform Shop, which is open every 2nd Thursday and at the beginning of the school year. Parents/Caregivers may leave their order with payment at the school office for collection.

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Our Dress Code aims to:-

allow students to be immediately identifiable as a Millmerran State P-10 School student

allow an opportunity for students to demonstrate pride in their school

be comfortable and sunsafe

look neat and tidy

be appropriate for school activities

be affordable.

Type of Uniform Requirements

Sports Uniform To be worn every day

Royal Blue shorts or skorts (no large advertising logos)

School Polo Shirt (short or long sleeve) in Royal Blue/Yellow/gold

White or Black ankle / low socks

Low-cut, lace-up, joggers*, mostly white or black

Brimmed Hat - no caps permitted

Winter

As Sports Uniform and in addition

School Tracksuit, or

Royal Blue jumper or tracksuit pants

Long sleeve shirts in school colours or plain white may be worn under the school polo shirt during winter

Formal

School Captains only To be worn for special

events

FEMALE

White tuck in blouse, short or long sleeve

Royal blue box pleat skirt, worn just above the knee or black long pants

School tie – provided by the school

School Blazer – provided by the school

White or black ankle socks or black stockings

Black lace-up leather shoes/joggers

MALE

White tuck in formal shirt, short or long sleeve

Black long pants

School tie – provided by the school

School Blazer – provided by the school

Black socks

Black lace-up leather shoes/joggers

Music Long black pants

Long sleeve white blouse / shirt (with spray jacket if cold)

Shoes Appropriate footwear with substantial uppers is required to be worn at school to provide support and comfort for students and as a workplace health and safety precaution for the variety of practical activities undertaken at school. For example: Science experiments, Physical Activity, playing at lunch, Art, Home Economics and Manual Arts, etc. Sports shoes / joggers / runners must be mostly white or black in colour. They are to provide appropriate cushioning and support, suitable to be worn all day. Skate shoes, slip-ons or canvas style or other styles are not permitted. Jewellery The wearing of jewellery presents a safety concern for students undertaking activities in many subjects, and as such, the following rules apply.

Apart from a wristwatch, medic-alert bracelets and a maximum of two sets of sleepers or studs (standard, initial piercing size) in pierced ears, it is not acceptable to wear jewellery to school.

Large “spacer” style studs or “bars” and any facial piercing worn at school is to be completely covered for safety reasons.

Students may own special items of jewellery of significant personal or cultural importance, but most obtain permission to wear these to school. Consent to wear these items may be granted by making a request, in writing, to the Principal.

Students out of uniform are required to bring a note from home and report to the office to speak with a member of Administration for a Uniform Slip. (refer to the Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students – Student Dress Code)

VISITORS

Visitors to our school are required to sign in and out at the school office. All visitors and volunteers to the school are required to wear a visitors’ badge.

Formatted: Bulleted + Level: 1 + Aligned at: 0.74 cm +Indent at: 1.38 cm