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Corinda State High School

Embracing change...

honouring tradition

Handbook 2011

(CRICOS Number 00608A)

Provider: Department of Education,

Training and the Arts

46 Pratten Street

CORINDA 4075

Phone: 07 3379 0222

Fax: 07 3379 6958

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.corindashs.eq.edu.au

Great Learners, Great Citizens, Great Future

Corinda State High School Handbook 2011

Contents

Foreword 1

The School Badge 2

School Vision and Values 3

Statement of purpose 3

School Directory 4

Commencing school 5

Important dates 7

Corinda State High School Resource Scheme 8

School Uniform 11

Communication 15

Home/School 15

Students 16

School routine 17

School Planner 18

Homework/Home Study 18

Student assessment 18

Reporting 18

General School rules 19

Support Staff 23

Internet user guidelines 25

Parent information 29

School Tuckshop 30

Curriculum 31

Middle phase of learning 31

Middle School Signature Programs 32

Senior phase of learning 33

Extracurricular 42

School Policies 43

Great Learners, Great Citizens, Great Future

Corinda State High School Handbook 2011

1 Great Learners, Great Citizens, Great Futures

Foreword

Welcome to Corinda State High School!

Our school vision is “Great Learners, Great Citizens, Great Futures” and our school has a

long standing reputation as one with high expectations and a focus on academic excellence.

The school community is very proud of its long history of achievements gained by our

students and we continue to promote the ideal of ‘embracing change’ while ‘honouring

tradition’. We have developed a school culture based on traditional values of respect,

responsibility and a strong work ethic. Our expectations are high and our students have

proven that they can continue to raise the bar as we continue to challenge them to strive for

excellence.

We are very fortunate at Corinda State High School to have a committed and hard working

professional teaching staff and ancillary team. These people work long hours particularly

with extra curricular activities to ensure we maximise opportunities for our students. This is

evident through our Arts Excellence programs, Agricultural program, sporting achievements,

and regional, state and national competitions.

A wide ranging curriculum is provided across all year levels with provision for both academic

and vocational education. The school has developed and implemented a whole school

approach to teaching and learning by introducing the Dimensions of Learning as a tool for

providing rich, intellectually challenging, real life learning experiences. We believe this will

equip students with the skills necessary for the information era. As a school community we

aim to provide an enjoyable environment for all and if there is any way in which we can help

your child achieve their full potential, we are more than willing to assist. I encourage parents

and students to become actively involved in our school and maintain an open relationship

with us as we are always happy to talk through concerns or answer any questions.

Parents and community members are always welcome to the school – whether it be for

classroom visits, teacher interviews or to attend special functions. We value your contribution

in assisting us to achieve our vision – Great Learners, Great Citizens, Great Futures! Come

and help us shape our future.

Helen Jamieson

Principal

Great Learners, Great Citizens, Great Futures 2

The School Badge

The badge has four parts:

The shape – is the traditional shield – your education is a shield against ignorance.

Education, remember, is not only what you learn in school. It is what you learn through

contact with human beings and their minds (through literature, history and art) and through

your own thought and your own experience.

The colour – The badge is in the school colours – two greens and gold. Green represents

the green of the tree – the traditional “Tree of Knowledge”. Gold is the symbol of wealth –

knowledge is our only real wealth.

The symbols – Your badge shows symbols or devices – a spray of wattle, and a phoenix

head:

• The Phoenix was a mythical bird, which, as its life drew to a close, was consumed

by fi re. From the ashes, a new, young bird arose. It was the symbol of immortality. Knowledge is everlasting. What we know is part of the great stream of learning from the creation of the world till its end.

• The Wattle Spray reminds us of the pride we should have for our country. The Greek word for the wattle is “acacia” which means a point or spike. It reminds us that our education is not always easy and pleasant, but there are often painful diffi culties to overcome. The two taken together show that learning covers time and the world from ancient Africa, the home of the mythical phoenix, to modern Australia.

The Motto “Hodie Quoque Cras” (Not only for today, but for tomorrow also) suggests two things – fi rst that today is a stepping stone to our future, and second that it is the duty of every one of us to leave the school – and the world in general – a little better for our being here. We should use the “todays” for the benefi t of those who will come “tomorrow”.


School Vision and Values

Statement of purpose

The purpose of Corinda State High School is to contribute to the development of people who

are equipped to participate in a dynamic society, to take responsibility for themselves, for

their lifelong learning and for stewardship of the earth.

Our Vision – Great Learners, Great Citizens, Great Futures

Our Graduates will:

4 Embrace learning

4 Respect the values and beliefs of others

4 Work effectively both in groups and as individuals

4 Solve problems creatively

4 Live confi dently in a technologically advanced society

4 Make informed choices regarding their own well being

4 Contribute to their community through active citizenship.

Our Values:

4 Learning

4 Learning Partnerships

4 Open Communication

4 Diversity in our community

4 Rights & Responsibilities.

Our Beliefs:

4 Learning is a student’s fundamental right

4 Learners need to experience enjoyment and success

4 Learners need to be challenged

4 Learning takes place in a supportive and safe environment

4 Teachers are professionals and ongoing learners

4 We learn using our diverse gifts and talents

4 We learn for the future.


School Directory

Principal Helen Jamieson

Deputy Principals Anne McLauchlan, Brett Kavnagh, Darren McGregor

Business Services Manager Kelli Gallagher

Heads of Department Gavin Grant (Science)

Jon Rehder (Mathematics)

Angela Maguire (English)

Nicole Heuir (Social Sciences)

Katie Fairbanks (Senior Schooling)

Dolor Milford (Resources, LOTE & EQI)

Carmen Anderson (Health & Physical Education)

Sue Howell (Integrated Student Services)

Julie Peachey (The Arts)

Meredith Gleadhill (Applied Studies)

Neil Rogers (Industrial Technology)

Margaret Jacobs (Business)

Cathy Seto-Payne (Middle Schooling)

Andrew Morrison (ICT)

Guidance Offi cers Hilary Bell, Myles Kapatan, Michael Dempsey

Teacher Librarians Pam Lanham, Loris Phair

Year Coordinators Year 12 Susan Pedley Year 11 Bree Hackett Year 10 Grant Kirk-Lauritsen Year 9 Amy Scott-Preimonas Year 8 Tim Barraud Sportsmasters Ken McGuire (Interschool Sport) School Based Health Nurse Maggie Kerr

School Chaplain Aneela Peters

Youth Support Coordinator Inge Alberts

First Aid Jenny Navie

Roll Room Lyne Burton

Schools Offi cer David Barnett (Facilities) Chris Van Wyk (Grounds)

Uniform Shop Vickii Nicholls


Commencing school

Corinda State High School has built up an enviable reputation as a school where academic

excellence and traditional values are given a high priority. The school provides a fl exible

curriculum, signifi cant subject choice in Years 9 to 12 and a stable and effi cient school

organisation which provides outstanding educational opportunities for all students.

The relationship between the school and the family is a partnership which is directed at

having students achieve their potential. There is an expectation of continued parental

involvement in their child’s education. The school can provide a timetable for the students

for the fi rst day of school if all necessary details have been previously provided, but the

school expects, in return, that the students will be dressed in the correct uniform and be

ready to commence work on their fi rst day at school. To enable this to happen interviews to

discuss the enrolment of new students into Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 should be held before

the scheduled fi rst day of school. Telephone the school offi ce (3379 0222) to schedule an

appointment with a Deputy Principal.

To facilitate a smooth start to the school year, which will allow our students to commence

their year in a purposeful manner, the following staggered starting times will operate for 2010.

Monday 24 January 2011

All Year 8 and 11 students, Year 12 Leaders and all newly enrolled students are to be in

attendance at school by 9.00 am. Year 8 students and Year 12 Leaders will attend assembly

in the Hall at 9.00 am .Year 11 students will attend assembly in the Sports Centre starting at

9.00 am.

Orientation Program - Year 8

After assembly Year 8 students will move off to their Form classes with their Form teacher

and Year 12 Leaders. Students will participate in a “Welcome to Corinda” orientation

program where they will explore such high school experiences as reading the timetable,

getting textbooks and locating classrooms. Students will also participate in “Getting to Know

You” activities organised and led by their Year 12 Leaders. Students will be dismissed at

2.50 pm.

Orientation Program - Newly Enrolled Students will start the day of their relevant

cohort and follow that year level’s program.

Year 11 Students

After assembly in the Sports Centre at 9.00 am, Year 11 students will move off into their Form

classes for an extended Form meeting. Regular classes commence from period 3. Students

will be dismissed at 2.50 pm.


Tuesday 25 January 2011

All students are required to be in attendance by 8.40 am.

Year 8 and Year 11 students go directly to Form class for an extended meeting. Students in

Years 9, 10 and 12 will attend assembly at the Sports Centre starting at 8.40 am.

All students will be dismissed at 2.50 pm.


Important dates

School offi ce hours

Open from Monday 17 January 2011.

Fee payments between 8.00 am and 2.00 pm.

General offi ce business between 8.00 am and 4.00 pm.

Resource Scheme

Students will receive their textbooks during class time from Tuesday 25 January 2011.

Please Note: when making payments for the Resource Scheme for 2011, payment cannot be accepted without the correct Resource Scheme Agreement, signed by a Parent/Caregiver.

Uniform and Stationery Shop hours

Monday 29 November to Friday 10 December 2010 between 8.00 am and 1.00 pm.Monday 17 January to Friday 21 January 2011.Monday 24 January to Friday 4 February 2011 between 8.00 am and 1.00 pm.

Normal hours will commence 7 February 2011, 8.00 am to 9.30 am.

School terms 2011

Semester 1 First term Monday 24 Jan 2011 – Friday 15 April 2011Second term Tuesday 26 April 2011 – Friday 24 June 2011

Semester 2

Third term Tuesday 12 July 2011 – Friday 16 Sept 2011Fourth term Monday 03 Oct 2011 - Friday 09 Dec 2011

School holidays 2010

Easter Vacation Commences 16 April 2011 - School resumes 26 April 2011

Winter Vacation Commences 25 June 2011 - School resumes 12 July 2011

Spring Vacation Commences 17 Sept 2011 - School resumes 3 Oct 2011

Final day 2010

4 Year 12 18 Nov 2011

4 Year 10 & 11 25 Nov 2011

4 Year 8 & 9 09 Dec 2011


Corinda State High School Resource Scheme

The voluntary Resource Scheme at Corinda State High School operates for the purpose

of helping reduce the heavy fi nancial outlay for parents in providing textbooks and other learning resources needed for a quality education. As this is a voluntary scheme, book lists are available from the offi ce for those not wishing to join the scheme.

A Resource Charge and the “Textbook and Resource Allowance” will cover the cost of the basic educational materials required annually by all students. There are some subjects for which an additional charge is required. This helps to offset the cost of materials used by the students in making items that become the students’ own property. The cost of sports trips and subject excursions is not covered by the Resource Scheme charge.

Resource Scheme fees for 2011 are:

Year 8 $310.00 (to be confi rmed)Year 9-12 $310.00 (to be confi rmed) Resource fee (plus material charges will apply depending on subjects selected)

We take this opportunity to remind you that under the terms of the Corinda State High School Resource Scheme Agreement, students will be unable to join the scheme in 2011 until all monies owed for past years are paid.

Please complete and sign (by a Parent/Guardian) a “Corinda State High School Resource Scheme Agreement” and return it to the school offi ce with payment.

For quick processing, we recommend the following procedures:

4 Calculate total payable for Material Charges (found in the Stationery List for each year

level), add Resource Scheme payment.

4 The offi ce cannot accept any payment without a signed Agreement.

4 Payments may be by cash, credit card, EFTPOS, cheque or money order or Direct

Deposit into school bank account (American Express cannot be accepted).

Agreements and payments will be accepted at the Offi ce towards the end of 2010.

The Resource Scheme is situated in the Library, K Block. Textbooks and other resources will be distributed to students after the commencement of school in 2011.

Resource information and conditions

All textbooks and materials provided under the Scheme remain the property of the school and must be returned to the school (or reimbursement made) prior to the student leaving the school.

All overdue resources must be returned or reimbursement made, before further resources will be issued.


Resources negligently damaged, lost and/or stolen must be replaced before any further

issues will be made. Students habitually damaging resources may be excluded from the

Scheme. The responsibility of the student is to look after all items borrowed from the

Scheme.

Parents are deemed responsible for the cost of replacing any lost or damaged resources

borrowed under their student’s name. A form letter will be sent to parents regarding payment

for non-returned or damaged items. Payment for non-return will be assessed on age and

condition of resources. Students cannot borrow again until reimbursement is received.

Should the non-returned items eventually be returned to the Resource Scheme, a refund

may be made.

Payment of all monies is to be made to the school offi ce in the Administration Block where a receipt will be issued. This receipt is to be shown to the Resource Scheme. At no stage will the co-ordinators of the Resource Hire Scheme receive money or issue receipts.

Money paid to the Resource Scheme will provide:

1. An enhanced network of computing hardware and software;2. Items required by the school to enhance a quality education for students, such as

sporting, reprographic equipment, equipment purchase and maintenance of practical areas e.g. The Arts, Applied Studies (Home Economics), Industrial Technology and Computing;

3. All the prescribed textbooks used by the student for as long as they are needed during the year (on a take home basis) e.g. Maths and Science Texts;

4. Books that will be needed for six week periods or less, e.g. novels and plays, source books for history and geography;

5. Textbooks that will only be used in class, e.g. atlases, and other textbooks, which are handed out by the teacher for use during a lesson;

6. A necessary range of teacher prepared notes and student worksheets in all subjects and used in class;

7. Necessary audio-visual hardware and software (in addition to that supplied by the Education Department and within the fi nancial limitations of the available money);

8. Remedial teaching kits and materials;9. Additional Resource Centre (library) materials - books, software, etc;10. A daily homework diary (a replacement fee is charged);11. An identity card (a replacement fee is charged);12. The school magazine.

Money paid to the Resource Scheme will not provide:

1. Consumable items, such as writing pads, USB sticks, pens, folders, rulers and the like;2. Workbooks to complement the textbooks for subjects such as Science and Industrial

Technology. These workbooks cannot be included in the Resource Hire Scheme as the students will need to write in them;

3. Foodstuffs, clothing materials, the more expensive Industrial Technology construction and Art materials for items which students take home. Students enrolled in Industrial Technology, Applied Studies and Art related subjects will need to pay a materials charge to off-set the cost of additional materials. Note: such Materials Charges must be paid at the start of the year (or on enrolment for students who enrol during the year);

4. Calculators and drawing equipment;


5. Cooking ingredients, sewing materials, video and audio cassettes and computer disks,

where these become the permanent property of the student;

6. Protective clothing where required;

7. Cost of excursions, camps, etc;

8. Materials required for student home assignment work;

9. Instrumental Music charges are not covered by the Resource Scheme;

10. Any items not detailed as being provided;

11. Sports costs - pay as you go basis.

The Resource Scheme Coordinators operate the Resource Scheme in the Library.

Reasons for non-issue of resources

1. I.D. Card not presented.

2. Student has overdue Resource Scheme loans. Additional resources will not be able to be

borrowed if a student has any overdue loans in any subjects.

3. Students who change subjects and have not returned all resources borrowed for the

initial subject. Loans for the new subject will not be issued until all outstanding resources

are returned to Resource Scheme.

4. Students whose parents have not agreed to be in the Scheme are not entitled to borrow

books from the Resource Scheme.

To return resources

It is the responsibility of the student to return the resources they borrowed.

Students may individually return resources by placing them in the Box marked returns in the

Library.

ID cards

All students are issued with an Identifi cation Card. If lost this must be replaced as a matter of urgency. This card is used for borrowing from the Resource Scheme, borrowing from the Library, and at the offi ce for all attendance matters. Students are required to carry their

card with them at all times whilst at school.

Replacement of ID card

Students must pay $7.50 at the school offi ce and fi ll in an I.D. Card Request Form.


School Uniform

Our School Dress Code is a refl ection of the high standards we embrace here at Corinda

State High School. The school colours are bottle green, gold, white and grey.

Students are expected to make a personal commitment to present themselves well. This

will refl ect not only personal pride, but also a positive identity of Corinda State High School

in the community. Students are expected to wear the complete school uniform at all times

and to be clean and well groomed. The school uniform (including leather shoes) must be

worn at school and on the way to and from school. Students must wear full day uniform on

excursions unless otherwise indicated.

Sports shoes are not permitted with the school uniform and should only be worn for practical

Physical Education classes.

Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 are expected to wear the full uniform on all days except

Wednesday when the full sports uniform is worn with leather shoes. Year 9 students are

expected to wear the full formal uniform each day. When timetabled for practical Physical

Education classes, students are required to change into their sports uniforms prior to the

lesson and back into formal uniform following the lesson. Year 8 students are expected

to wear the full formal uniform on all days except when timetabled for practical Physical

Education classes when they wear fulll sports uniform with leather shoes.

Footwear

Department of Education safety regulations dictate that in practical classes (e.g. Art, Science,

Manual Arts and Home Economics) ‘footwear with impervious uppers will be worn’. Students

must wear black leather lace-up shoes.

Formal Uniform

Girls Formal Uniform

Skirt - Bottle green poly-cotton fabric with one central box pleat and one knife pleat each

side of this. The front and back of the skirt have the same design features. One pocket with

a zipper in the side seam for safe-keeping of money and other valuable items.

Blouse - White poly/cotton shirting fabric, v-neckline with collar, front shoulder yoke with

gathers and shaped band on the hips. To be worn with the school tie. Long sleeve blouse

(limited sizes) is optional for sun protection.

Tie - Bottle green polyester tie with gold diagonal stripe. Senior tie available to Years 11/12

students only.

Socks - White Corinda State High School quarter length socks or 40 denier plain black

tights. Socks are only available at the school Uniform Shop. Tights are for winter only and

are to be worn with the formal uniform only.

Shoes - Black leather school lace-ups (with a low heel). Black suede boots or shoes, slip on

shoes or black sports shoes or any other variations are not acceptable.


Boys Formal Uniform

Shirt - A white, short or long sleeve business shirt with the school tie. If wearning long

sleeve shirts, sleeves are to be buttoned and must be worn like this on formal occasions. If

students wish to fold long sleeves, they must be neatly folded and are not to be above the

elbow. (3 folds recommended)

Tie - Bottle green with gold diagonal stripe polyester tie. Senior tie available to Years 11 & 12

students only.

Trousers & Shorts - College grey poly/viscose double pleat front, belt loop school shorts

and trousers. Elastic waisted shorts or long trousers are not acceptable. The width of the

trouser legs is not to be altered.

Belt - Black belt with plain silver buckle. Fashion belts are not acceptable.

Socks - Long grey school socks with green and gold bands at the top with shorts, or plain

grey socks with long trousers.

Shoes - Black leather school lace-ups (with a low heel). Black suede boots or shoes, slip on

shoes or black sports shoes or any other variations are not acceptable.

Physical Education Uniform

Girl’s Physical Education Uniform

Shirt - Lemon polo shirt with embroidered crest. Fabric is UPF 50+. Long sleeve is available

in some sizes.

Shorts - Polyester microfi bre bottle-green shorts with embroidered logo. (Only the offi cial uniform shorts are to be worn).

Long Pants - Polyester microfi bre/cotton lined bottle-green sports pants with embroidered logo. (Only the offi cial uniform sports pants are to be worn).

Boy’s Physical Education Uniform

Shirt - Lemon polo shirt with embroidered crest. Fabric is UPF 50+. Long sleeve is available in some sizes.

Shorts - Polyester microfi bre bottle-green shorts with embroidered logo. (Only the offi cial uniform shorts are to be worn).

Long Pants - Polyester microfi bre/cotton lined bottle-green sports pants with embroidered logo. (Only the offi cial uniform sports pants are to be worn).

General Items - Physical Education

Hat - Sun safe brimmed hat with Corinda State High School embroidered orCap - Peaked cap with Corinda State High School embroidered.


Offi cial Corinda headware is compulsory and must be worn.Footwear - White Corinda State High School quarter length socks. Sports shoes (must be lace up athletic style, practical with supportive arches, not canvas streetwear/skate shoes). Socks are only available at the school Uniform Shop.

General Items for Boys/Girls

V-Neck Pullovers - Fleecy-lined poly/cotton, bottle green, v-neck with embroidered CSHS - available from the School Uniform Shop only.

V-Neck Woollen Jumper - Bottle green with embroidered crest - available at School Uniform Shop only.

Vest - Green knitted with embroidered crest - available at School Uniform Shop only.

Scarf - Yellow polar fl eece with embroidered crest.

Blazer - Bottle green, fully lined with embroidered crest on pocket.

School Badge - Available from the Uniform Shop.

School Bag - Available from the Uniform Shop. Recommended for 2011 and will be compulsory in 2012. Any students who take home a school laptop must have the approved school bag. In 2011 all Year 11 students will be issued with a school laptop in Term 2.

School Uniform Shop

For a complete list of the range and price of school uniform pieces, please go to the school website.

Senior Jerseys

Year 12 students select a design of jersey using the school colours, with the school crest embroidered. Students are only permitted to wear their jersey to school on Wednesdays and are only permitted to have fi rst or last name printed on the back. Students are able to have the back of the jersey blank. Students who choose to use ‘nick names’ on the back of the jersey are not permitted to wear it to school as part of the uniform.

Team Uniforms

The Health and Physical Education Department have arranged for special interschool team uniforms to be available for loan from the Resource Hire Scheme. Access to team uniforms incurs nil cost to the student. These uniforms must be returned at the conclusion of the sporting season. This uniform is only for a specifi c sport and does not replace the normal Physical Education/Sports uniform as listed previously. This team uniform may not be worn to school but worn for competition only.


Jewellery

Minimum jewellery is permitted i.e. watch, one pair of small gold or silver stud earrings

no larger than 3mm for pierced ears. Maximum of 1 in each ear lobe. Gold and silver

earrings are available from the Uniform Shop. Jewellery poses Workplace Health and Safety

concerns in practical subjects and we cannot allow this risk to be taken.

Body piercing is not accepted in our school and students are expected to remove all forms of

piercing or replace with a spacer (available from the Uniform Shop).

Personal Presentation

We promote high levels of personal presentation, which demonstrates positive self-esteem

and pride in oneself and our school.

Body art (e.g. tattoos) is not accepted in our school and students are expected to ensure

they are completely covered and not visible.

Students are not permitted to wear makeup or coloured nail polish (clear polish is

acceptable).

Hair is to be one natural colour (no bright streaks or bright colours accepted) and worn off the

face. All hair decorations (ribbons, ties, etc) should be white, green or gold. Hair combs may

be brown, clear, green, gold or white.

Conservative hair styles are a requirement for males and females. (e.g. Mohawks, rat-tails,

undercuts are not acceptable). Extreme styles for either male or female students are not

acceptable. Moderation of ‘acceptable’ hair styles and colours are at the discretion of the

Administration.

Accessories such as key chains and belt chains are not acceptable.

Students who wish to wear undershirts are only permitted to wear white and must not be

hanging out under sleeves or below shirts. There is to be no writing or print on undershirts.

Underclothes should not compromise our uniform standards and are not to be visible.

Personal Hygiene

Personal cleanliness is the responsibility of each and every student.

If students are unable to meet the Dress Code requirements (due to hardship or extreme

conditions) they are required to bring a note from home outlining their reason and the

Administration will endeavour to make alternative arrangements.

Failure to follow this procedure will result in consequences being applied according to the

school’s Responsible Behaviour Plan.

Variations to the uniform will not be accepted.


Boys

Communication

Home/School

We are aware that communication from school to home and home to school is important.

Therefore to ensure that the channels of communication are open, a range of methods have

been established.

The school newsletter - is a broadsheet by which we aim to keep all parents informed

regarding school matters. We email our newsletters fortnightly and it is our aim to distribute

our newsletter as widely as possible. Parents who do not receive newsletters for some

reason are able to obtain them from the Administration foyer and they can also be mailed out

or emailed on request. The newsletter is also published on our website.

Corinda Quarterly – is published at the end of each term. This is mailed out to all families

with a review of the term’s activities, date claimers, and a preview of the term ahead. This

publication is also published on our website.

School Planner Communication – Communication can be undertaken via student planners.

Both parents and teachers are able to use this as a means of communication between home

and school.

Year Level Events Calendar – Each semester, a Year Level events calendar is distributed to

all students. This calendar sets out specifi c events during the year, including P & C meetings, special events, excursions and holidays. It is advisable that this be placed in a central location in your home for easy reference.

Information Evenings – A range of information evenings take place during the year. Parents are encouraged to come along and be part of these events, as important information is conveyed about matters relating to education and future options after school.

Parental Contact – Please do not be a stranger to our school. We encourage open communication and we will endeavour to do our best to meet your needs.

In a majority of instances, the fi rst point of contact regarding a query or concern will be with

the Form Teacher, who will give advice on the best plan of action.

Work Programs - All schools are required to have accredited work programs in the senior school which meets the requirements of the Queensland Studies Authority (QSA). This ensures that there is alignment in curriculum standards and procedures across Queensland. In the middle school there is more fl exibility with programs, however schools are accountable to the QSA to ensure there is a link to Queensland P – 9 curriculum options to ensure students cover essential learnings.

Parents and students are advised that Work Programs are available for perusal at the school. These indicate the full course of study and assessment requirements in each subject. Parents may access these at all times during school hours. Copies can be made on request and if you wish to discuss them we are only too happy to arrange for this.


Students

Formal School Assembly:

These are conducted every Tuesday morning in the Sports Centre on a fortnightly rotation

(Years 10, 11 & 12), (Years 8 & 9) and are conducted by the Administration. Formal School

Assemblies are used as an opportunity to recognize student achievements, celebrate

successes with sporting and cultural activities, to reinforce standards and tradition and instill

school spirit.

Year Level Assembly:

Each Year Level holds an assembly once each week. These are conducted by the

Administration and Year Co-ordinators. Student leadership on these assemblies is

encouraged with opportunities for students to address issues with their year level and

promote activities being organized by/for students.

Student Notices:

Each day in Form meetings Student Notices are used to communicate key information to

students. Students and staff are able to place items on the notices via the Administration.

School Magazine:

Corinda State High School’s annual school magazine “Koondoo” is a quality production

which records a wide range of school activities and our successes in academic, sporting

and cultural areas. A student committee produces Koondoo from student contributions. The

name “Koondoo” is from the Turrubul word for ‘canoe’. John Oxley originally named the creek

fl owing past the school Canoe Creek, as the local Turrubul people made canoes from the

trees nearby. The large gum tree at the front of the school bears a scar where a section was

probably taken to make a simple canoe. The name of our magazine therefore recalls the

original name of Oxley Creek and recognizes the original owners of this area.

All students receive a copy of this and the cost is included in the Resource Hire Scheme.

Special Events

Throughout the year the school conducts a number of special events/celebrations. Members of

the community, parents and students are invited to be part of these very special celebrations.

Some of them include:

4 Student Investiture Ceremony;

4 Anzac Memorial Service;

4 Annual Awards Evening;

4 Year 12 Graduation Formal.

Our main aim with these events is to have a high student focus and we utilize the opportunity

to profi le the leadership of our students where they conduct and organize the special

ceremonies. These events will always refl ect the high standards and expectations we have of

our students.


School routine

The School day

The school works four periods of 70 minutes each day. Students are asked to be on the

grounds by 8.30 am to attend parades/Form meetings.

N.B. Should circumstances dictate that the Sports Centre or Assembly Hall cannot be

used for parade, students are to report to Form meetings. Any notices for the year level(s)

concerned will be distributed to students during fi rst period.

Bell times – Periods 1–4

Times Tuesday Times Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri

8.40 to 9.50am 1 8.40am to 8.50am Form/Assembly

9.50 to 10.50am 2 8.50am to 10.00am 1

10.50 to 11.10am Assembly 10.00 to 11.10am 2

11.10am to 11.45am First break 11.10am to 11.45am First break

11.45am to 12.55pm 3 11.45am to 12.55pm 3

12.55 to 1.40pm Second break 12.55 to 1.40pm Second break

1.40pm to 2.50pm 4 1.40pm to 2.50pm 4

It is essential that all students have a good breakfast before school to ensure increased alertness, higher levels of concentration and better recall. The school tuckshop is open at 8.15 am with a range of breakfast foods.


School Student Planner

Every student is issued with a student planner at the commencement of the year. The main

purpose of the planner is to record homework (both set and study) on a daily basis, and to

organize assignment deadlines. Essential school policy is also contained within the planner.

The planner can also be used as a means of communication between parents and teachers.

Parents should peruse and initial the planner on a regular basis. Members of the school

Administration, Year Co-ordinators and Form teachers will also monitor student planner use.

Replacement planners are sold at the school offi ce at an additional cost.

Students are required to carry their Planner with them at all times whilst at school.

Homework/Home Study

The school has a homework policy which is published on the website. Hard copies of school policies can also be obtained from the school offi ce.

It is very important that students consolidate their day’s work by doing regular homework and revision. Home study does not consist of written work only. It includes the study of all that has been taught during the day, and regular revision of past work.

Student assessment

The school has an Assessment Policy which provides clear guidelines to ensure fairness and equity for all students. The policy is published in the Student Planner for students and parents to refer to. This policy is reviewed regularly to ensure we support the best interests of our students. It is advised that parents familiarize themselves with this policy. A copy of this policy is published on the website. Hard copies of all school policies can also be obtained from the school offi ce.

At the commencement of each semester students will receive an Semester Assessment Planner outlining assessment for each subject. This schedule will outline approximate assessment date, nature of the piece of assessment and topic within each subject. This document provides a very important reference for parents and students for study and assignment planning. A copy is also available on the school website.

Reporting

Regular reporting occurs to parents/carers as part of our communication with parents. A progress report is issued at the end of Term 1 and academic reports are provided at the end of Semester 1 and Semester 2.

Year 10 Exit Statements are no longer issued to Year 10 students at the end of the school year. This is in line with Education Queensland directions. A formal school report will be issued similar to Semester 1 report.


The Queensland Studies Authority will post the Senior Education Profi le which can include:

QCE (Queensland Certifi cate in Education) and the Certifi cate/Statements of Attainment to

students during the summer vacation. Year 12 students are issued a reference when they

cease school.

Meetings are held twice a year in order to provide opportunities for parents to meet with

individual teachers.

If at any other time parents feel the need to talk to teachers about their child’s progress,

please feel free to contact the school so that appointments may be arranged.

We see this as an important part of maintaining close and open relationships between school

and home.

General School rules

The basic principles underlying school policy are those of co-operation, courtesy and

consideration for other people and other people’s property.

4 Students are required to mark all their possessions clearly with their names.

4 Students should not bring large amounts of money or valuable items to school. If it is

necessary on a particular occasion, the money or valuables should be deposited in the

offi ce for safe-keeping.

4 Students, all members of staff, parents and authorised visitors must be able to walk about

our grounds and buildings and feel safe and secure. The ‘hands-off” policy applies to all

students and their property.

4 Visitors to the school must fi rst report to the school offi ce.

Travelling to and from school

Exemplary behaviour by students is expected while students travel to and from school. The school is authorised to take disciplinary action against students on their way to and from school should their misbehaviour warrant it. Complaints against students will be investigated and action against offenders may lead to cancellation of bus or train tickets.

No guarantee can be given that a student will be permitted to leave at 2.50 pm to catch a bus or train. The School reserves its right to detain students for 30 minutes after school. Every effort will be made to give students 24 hours notice of detentions after school.

Bicycle riders should enter and leave the ground by the side gate in Lynne Grove Avenue. Bicycles should be walked in the grounds and parked in the bicycle racks. All bicycle riders must wear a helmet.

The school does not encourage students to drive to school. If a student drives to school with parental permission, the following conditions apply:

4 The car or motor-bike must be parked outside the grounds;


4 The drivers should inform the principal that they intend driving to school by completing the

Register of Student Driver’s form;

4 Students who wish to travel in the car of a student driver should give to the principal, a

note signed by their parents;

4 Student drivers who use their vehicles to leave the school at unauthorised times will be

asked to leave their vehicles at home.

Attendance

Students must attend school on every school day unless absent on medical grounds, or with

the approval of the principal. Attendance is monitored through Form teachers and Year Level

Co-ordinators, and extended absences will be followed up via a letter and/or phone call.

If any student is absent from school, an Absence Advice Slip or a note explaining such

absence is required from parent/caregivers. There are two types of classifi ed absences – Authorised and Unauthorised. An authorised absence is when a student is away for medical or urgent family business (funeral, trauma). An unauthorised absence is recorded when a student does not provide an adequate reason for their absence, despite providing a note. At various times the school reports to the Juvenile Aid Bureau all records of extended unauthorised absences.

Austudy

Students who receive Austudy should be aware that students are allowed only fi ve (5) unapproved absences each term. An approved absence is one for which the student provides a medical certifi cate or some other legal document to prove they have a legitimate reason for missing school. Excursions, school sporting representation, work experience and leadership camp are approved absences. All other absences including those for which notes from parents are supplied are considered to be unapproved.

Leaving school grounds

Leaving the grounds, during recesses or school time, is not permitted. Students needing to leave because of medical appointments are to have a note from a parent, sighted by the Administration. Where there is any doubt, parents will be contacted to confi rm authorization of leave. A school leave pass will be issued to those students with permission to leave the grounds.

This school does not have lunch passes.

Late arrival

Students arriving late must report to administration to see a Deputy Principal to collect a late pass for presentation to classroom teachers. A parent note detailing reasons is expected. Students who fail to provide a valid reason for lateness will be required to undertake detentions. It is our aim to develop a work ethic with all students, and we endeavour to


instill in the students that this is similar to the workplace and lateness is not tolerated by

employers.

Accidents/Illness

Students who are unwell will report to the fi rst aid room. Facilities for sick students are limited. Emergency contacts listed on the student’s enrolment form will be contacted and sick students sent home as quickly as possible.

Medication

The school acknowledges that some students require medication and that whilst parents/caregivers have ultimate responsibility for the administration of medication, we can assist with the provision of these services. The fi rst aid staff will not give students over-the-counter medications, ie Panadol, cough medicines, cold and fl u medications unless the correct procedures outlined below are followed:

Parents are requested to:

4 Make a request in writing for the school to administer the medication. A letter from the

medical practitioner about the medication, including possible side effects or adverse

reactions must be supplied (even for over-the-counter medication, ie Panadol etc);

4 Provide the medication in the original container, labelled by a health-care professional or

pharmacist to the fi rst aid staff responsible for administering the medication;

4 Make sure the label on the medication shows the name of the student, name of the drug

and name of the medical practitioner prescribing it, as well as the use-by-date and time to

be taken;

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

school.

Medication should not be given to a student to bring to school. An adult will need to bring the medication to the fi rst aid offi ce and sign in the amount, which will then be co-signed by the fi rst aid staff.

It is also imperative that if your child has been diagnosed with a medical condition, eg Asthma, Epilepsy, Allergic reactions that the school is informed.

First Aid staff may assist a student with medication under the carer provisions of the Health (Drug & Poisons) Regulations (1966) provided that a written request is received from the student’s parents or legal guardian. Staff must follow the directions on the original pharmacy label attached to the medication container.

With regard to the administering of asthma medication it is important that the school is kept informed of the current medical advice and treatment that your child receives from the medical practitioner. The school has received advice from the Education Queensland Health Unit that many young children require a spacer to administer asthma medication.


Property

Students must not bring valuables and large sums of money to school as the security of

such items cannot be guaranteed. Also, students are reminded not to leave money or mobile

phones in their bags at any time.

All lost valuables are to be reported to the Administration. While it cannot be guaranteed that

stolen items will be retrieved, the Administration will endeavour to investigate where possible.

The school does not accept any responsibility where valuable items are left unattended.

It is recommended that students keep their valuables close to them at all times eg in their

pencil case.

Lost property is displayed outside the Uniform Shop every day. Students should check there,

if school books, pullovers, hats, etc are lost.


Support Staff

Year Co-ordinators

Each year level has a teacher appointed to the position of Year Co-ordinator. Their duties

include the induction of new students, conducting year assemblies and year level activities,

care of individual students and acting as liaison between students, staff, Administration

and parents. Year Co-ordinators are an important contact for parents if there are concerns

about general progress and attitude, and can assist in the case-management process where

students need additional monitoring.

Guidance Offi cers

Corinda State High has the services of one full time and two part-time Guidance Offi cers whose work with students involves two main areas:

4 education and career planning;

4 emotional and social problems.

Students may be referred to the Guidance Offi cer by a member of staff, by a parent or by the student requesting an appointment. Parents are welcome to make an appointment to see a Guidance Offi cer should they be concerned about their student’s progress. Discussions with parents and students often revolve around career decisions and educational issues, but may involve such matters as relationships with others, adjustment to school and personal problems.

Appointments can be made through the school Administration.

Integrated Student Services Centre

The Integrated Student Services Centre offers services to support students with disabilities and learning diffi culties and individual needs. It is staffed by resource teachers and teachers with an interest in students with needs. Teacher Aide support is also made available to students with specifi c needs. Where possible all students who are case-managed through the centre are integrated into mainstream classes with additional support provided in classes.

Students with medically diagnosed disabilities are monitored by the Special Education teacher. Students with high learning needs receive some of their academic learning and life skills experiences in specialized classes in the centre and are encouraged to participate in regular classes for part of their learning.

The Centre also has the services of a Transition Offi cer who assists students with needs in their transition from school to work.


ESL Support

Students who are identifi ed with English as a Second Language (ESL) are able to access the support of a specialized teacher. This support is provided with the aim of developing literacy skills and development of English language to build success into other classes. In-class tutoring support and assignment support is organised by the school. Please contact the school if you need further information.

School Based Health Nurse

Our School Based Health Nurse is available for students to access to provide support and assistance with specifi c personal and health issues. Referrals to Queensland Health and other agency support can be obtained via the School Based Health Nurse. There is an understanding that dealings with students are of a confi dential nature, unless agreed by the student that the Administration or parent should become involved. We see the role of the School Based Health Nurse as a very signifi cant role in the school and believe that it is crucial that students have access to accurate information and appropriate support whatever their need is.

School Chaplain

The School Chaplain is also available to assist students who need guidance and support on specifi c issues. The role of the School Chaplain is very broad – we encourage relationship building as the basis for working with students on specifi c projects, attending camps and developing positive rapport with students, providing spiritual guidance and being their mentor when in need of assistance. The School Chaplain also coordinates prayer meetings, special events and works closely with other support staff.

The School Chaplain is available for home – school liaison and to assist in building positive relationships with local churches.

Youth Support Coordinator

The Youth Support Coordinator has been employed through the Queensland Government’s Education and Training Reforms for the Future. This offi cer works in collaboration with other support staff in the school, supporting students who are at risk of leaving school and/or are disengaged from their learning.


Internet user guidelines

This information supports teachers and students using on-line services as a resource to

enhance teaching and learning. It includes advice about using these services in ways which

are appropriate and which respect the rights of others.

What do internet services offer?

On-line services offer opportunities for teachers, students and children to:

4 access and evaluate current information

4 exchange cultural ideas, understanding, information

4 access graphics, sound and video

4 develop literacy and writing skills, communication and information skills

4 download, collate and share relevant information

4 participate in global projects

4 work in a self-managed learning environment

4 access experts in many fi elds.

Use of Internet services in the classroom should be integrated into teaching and learning activities, with strategies that ensure that all students have access to the equipment, skills and understandings required to use the technologies.

School responsibilities

Schools are responsible for educating staff and students in appropriate Internet use. As part of this responsibility, Corinda State High School has developed guidelines for accessing and using information and has adopted standard communication conventions.

Communication conventions

These conventions have been developed over time and apply to all Internet users:

4 Observe the rights of others. Do not use computers or networks to libel, slander or harass

anyone

4 Be careful when using humour. Without face to face communication jokes can easily be

misunderstood

4 Do not type messages in upper case on the Internet. This is considered to be shouting.

4 Protect passwords to prevent access by others. The use of your account is your

responsibility

4 Use school addresses and phone numbers (where applicable) rather than home

addresses and phone numbers.


Please read the following carefully before signing the enrolment form. This is legally

binding. Students will indicate acceptance upon fi rst log in to school network.

Internet access is available to students and teachers of Corinda State High School. The Internet

connects thousands of computers all over the world and millions of individual users. Students

have access to

4 electronic mail communication with people all over the world

4 information and news from research institutions

4 access to Australian and International libraries, art galleries and museums.

With access to computers and people all over the world also comes the availability of

material that may not be considered to be of educational value in the context of the school

setting. Corinda State High School has taken available precautions to restrict access to

unsuitable or objectionable material by usual community standards. However, on a global

network it is impossible to control all materials and an industrious user may discover

unsuitable information. We fi rmly believe that the valuable information and interaction available on this worldwide network far outweighs the possibility that users may access material that is not consistent with the educational goals of this school.

Internet access is co-ordinated through a complex association of government agencies, and regional and state networks. In addition, the smooth operation of the network relies upon the proper conduct of the end users who must adhere to strict guidelines. These guidelines are provided here so that you are aware of the responsibilities you are about to acquire. In general this requires effi cient, ethical and legal utilisation of the network resources. If a Corinda user violates any of these provisions, his or her usage privileges will be terminated and future access could possibly be denied.

Your signatures on the Agreement are legally binding and indicates the parties who signed have read the terms and conditions carefully and understand their signifi cance.

Corinda State High School – Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptable Use - The purpose of this Internet access is to support and enhance education by providing access to unique resources and the opportunity for collaborative work. Your use must be in support of education and research and consistent with the educational objectives of Corinda State High School. Use of other organisation’s networks or computing resources must also comply with the rules appropriate for that network. Transmission of any material in violation of any federal or state regulation is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, or material protected by trade secret. Use for commercial activities by for-profi t institutions is generally not acceptable. Use for product advertisement or political lobbying is also prohibited. Illegal activities are strictly prohibited. This includes downloading copyright material such as music or games.

2. Privileges - The use of Internet access is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a cancellation of those privileges. Based upon the acceptable use guidelines outlined in this document, the administration will deem what is inappropriate use and


their decision is fi nal. Also, the administration may withdraw Internet access at any time as required. The administration and staff at Corinda State High School may request the system administrator to deny, revoke, or suspend specifi c user access.

3. Netiquette - You are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to, the following:

4 Be polite. Do not write or send abusive messages to others.

4 Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use vulgarities or any other inappropriate

language.

4 Do not reveal your personal address or phone numbers, or those of students or

colleagues.

4 Do not reveal or share your log-in details.

4 Note that electronic mail (e-mail) is not guaranteed to be private. People who

operate the system do have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal

activities will be dealt with in the appropriate manner.

4 Do not use the network in such a way that would disrupt the use of the network by other

users (e.g. downloading huge fi les; sending mass e-mail messages; streaming music or

video or playing on-line games, annoying other users using the talk or write functions).

4 All communications and information accessible via the network should be assumed to be

private property.

4. Reliability - Corinda State High School makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing. Corinda State High School will not be responsible for any damages you suffer. This includes loss of data resulting from delays, mechanical breakdowns, non-deliveries, misdeliveries, or service interruptions caused by errors or omissions. Use of any information obtained via Corinda State High School is at your own risk. Corinda State High School specifi cally denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services.

5. Security - Security on any computer system is a high priority, especially when the system involves many users. If you feel you can identify a security problem, you must notify a system administrator or teacher-librarian. Do not demonstrate the problem to other users. Do not use another individual’s account. Do not give your password to any other individual. Attempts to log into the system as any other user will result in cancellation of user privileges. Attempts to log in to the internal school network or Internet, as a system administrator will result in cancellation of user privileges. Any user identifi ed as a security risk or having a history of problems with other computer systems may be denied access to all or some of our computer resources. Students using email between home and school have a responsibility to ensure that their home virus protection is up to date.

6. Vandalism - Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges. Vandalism is defi ned as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy data of another user, Corinda State High School, or any agencies or other networks that are connected to Corinda State High School. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses.


7. Exception of Terms and Conditions - All terms and conditions as stated in this document

are applicable to Corinda State High School. These terms and conditions refl ect the

entire agreement of the parties and supersede all prior oral or written agreements

and understandings of the parties. These terms and conditions shall be governed and

interpreted in accordance with the appropriate state and federal laws.

8. Students are not to download executable (program) fi les from any outside source,

Internet or disk. No student is to install software of any kind on a school system. This

includes screen savers, themes etc. Any data fi le not directly related to school activity

must not be downloaded including music and video fi les.

To ensure students have Internet access, a Agreement and application must be completed.

Students should return the Agreement to the offi ce when the enrolment has been accepted.


Parent information

Parents’ and Citizens Association

The Association functions to cover student and school needs, ground improvements, social

activities and general fi nance. Meetings are held on the fi rst Wednesday of each month, in the Paradox Room at 7.30 pm. These meetings are used to share important information regarding curriculum, future directions, school decision-making and budgeting.

All parents and interested citizens are invited to attend. Your support and interest would be greatly appreciated.

Uniforms and Stationery

The Uniform/Stationery Shop is open daily from 8.00 am until 9.30 am. These hours will be extended to 8.00 am until 1.00 pm from Monday 29 November, 2010 until Friday 10 December, 2010. After the holiday break the Uniform Shop will be opened from 8.00 am until 3.30 pm from Monday 17 January until Friday 21 January, 2011 and then from 8.00 am until 1.00 pm from Monday 24 January until Friday, 4 February, 2011. Normal opening times of 8.00 am until 9.30 am daily will then recommence. The shop is located at the end of the Tuckshop.

The Uniform/Stationery Shop aims to provide everything the student needs to attend school and carries a full range of stationery items. For your convenience, the shop also provides a Year 8 Book Pack, which contains everything listed on the Year 8 Stationery Requirements. Student backpacks are also stocked.

Payment may be made in cash and EFTPOS facilities have been installed for your convenience. If you wish to pay by cheque then any items purchased cannot be collected until the cheque has been cleared, usually 5 working days. Refunds cannot be provided without a docket. Second hand uniforms are sold, subject to availability. A commission of 30% (which includes GST) of the funds from the sale of these uniforms goes to the P & C. Second hand clothing, once purchased, cannot be exchanged or refunded.

Volunteers are VIPs

Volunteers play a vital role in the tuckshop and are warmly welcomed. Your time spent in the tuckshop is a great way to meet other parents and to build close ties with your child’s friends and teachers within the school. By volunteering your time we only need to employ a minimum number of paid staff which keeps our food costs at the lowest price eg: an egg and lettuce sandwich costs only $2.00.

In the morning you will assist kitchen staff with the preparation of sandwiches and wraps, daily specials such as hamburgers or kebabs, fruit salad and salad packs. Filling and topping up the heated food in the serving areas as well as the sandwich and drink fridges is greatly appreciated. Our tuckshop is a self-serve Tuckshop and only staff handle the four registers giving volunteers the opportunity to interact with the customers.


All profi ts from Corinda Café go directly to the P & C Association for use in a variety of ways within the school for the benefi t of all students. Volunteers are most needed from 8.00 am to assist with food preparation and even a couple of hours would be most helpful. Please feel free to contact the Tuckshop Convenor on 3379 4801 if we can help provide any further information.

If the school tuckshop is not suited to your skills, then there are many other areas of the school that would warmly welcome your assistance. Areas of support include Textbook Hire room, Library, Special Needs and Home Economics. If any of these areas are of interest to you, please feel free to contact the Head of Department outlined at the front of this document.

We look forward to the pleasure of your company!

School Tuckshop

An excellent tuckshop (Corinda Café) is convened by the P & C Association and provides

lunches on every school day. The Corinda Café is open before and after school for student

convenience as well as during both lunch breaks. The Café has a reputation as a healthy,

reasonably priced tuckshop with a wide variety of choices for students and fully complies to

Edcuation Queensland Smart Choices food and drink strategy.

The school Tuckshop needs parents and relatives of our students on a voluntary basis to

operate successfully, and as students leave each year so do volunteer workers from the

Tuckshop. Please consider sharing in this worthwhile service even one day a month. Helping

at the tuckshop gives you the opportunity to -

4 Meet other parents

4 Meet members of the teaching staff

4 Become familiar with school organisation

4 Generate income used for the benefi t of students of the school 4 Provide students with nutritious food at a very reasonable cost.

Assisting in the tuckshop involves -

4 One day a week every four weeks

4 Helping between 8.00 am and 2.00 pm (If you can assist for only a few hours on any day

this would be most appreciated).

We would love to see as many Mums and Dads or other family members along to lend assistance in the tuckshop. It is a great opportunity to participate in the school community.

Any enquiries should be made to 3379 4801 or 3379 0223.


Curriculum

Middle phase of learning

Students in the Middle Phase of Learning have distinctive intellectual, social, physical and

emotional needs associated with adolescence. Corinda SHS recognises these needs

and provides an engaging, purposeful and challenging education so that all students have

multiple opportunities to achieve successful learning outcomes.

Corinda State High School’s commitment to the Middle Phase of Learning ensures:

Fewer Teachers

Each class will have the same teacher for more than one subject so that students and

teachers can develop stronger relationships and a sense of belonging. It also allows

teaching teams to collaboratively plan integrated units of work and to cater for students’

needs more effectively.

Literacy and Numeracy

Literacy and Numeracy support is integrated into curriculum planning and teaching practices

so that students’ skills in these areas can be strengthened and reinforced. Identifi ed students with very low literacy and/or numeracy skills will have access to intensive intervention programs delivered by specialist teachers. These intervention English and Mathematics classes will have a numeracy and literacy focus and have a maximum of 15 students per class.

Increased Parent Involvement

Corinda State High School values developing strong relationships with parents / caregivers and providing meaningful feedback on student progress. There are opportunities to meet teachers through formal and informal gatherings such as information evenings, parent - teacher interviews (Term 2) and learning pathway meetings (Term 4).

Essential Learnings

All subject areas will meet the requirements of Education Queensland’s Curriculum and Reporting Framework (QCARF). This framework outlines what students should know, (Essential Learnings) and the skills they need to acquire (Ways of Working). Students in year 8 and 9 study the following subjects:

4 Core Subjects – English, Maths, Science, Study of Society and Environment (SOSE),

Health and Physical Education, Languages Education ( French, German, Japanese,

Spanish, Mandarin, ICS) and Student Leadership Program

4 Elective Subjects – students have the opportunity to select subjects from the following

Technology and The Arts fi elds

The Arts – Dance, Drama, Music, Visual Art

Technology – Yr 8: Food, Health and Nutrition, Textiles, Integrated Workshop

Practices, Graphics, Business Information Technology Yr 9: Food Technology,

Textiles, Junior Construction, Junior Engineering, Graphics, Business Studies,

Information Communication Education, Agricultural studies.


NAPLAN Testing

All Year 9 students (except special exemption cases) sit the National Assessment Program

in Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) in May each year. Students are tested in the following

key areas: Reading and Viewing, Writing, Language Conventions, Numeracy (Calculator)

and Numeracy (Non-Calculator). Students are issued with a report of their achievements in

September/October.

QCATs

In August/September Year 9 students also participate in Queensland Comparable

Assessment Tasks (QCATs) in English, Mathematics and Science. QCATs are assessment

tasks that involve solving a meaningful problem. The emphasise is on critical thinking and

reasoning, providing further evidence of what students know, understand and can do in

relation to a selection of Essential Learnings.

Year 8 and 9 teachers at Corinda State High School continually work to improve middle

schooling practices so that all students can achieve their full potential and be well prepared

for their senior phase of learning.

Middle School Signature Programs

Corinda State High School recognises the importance of providing an engaging, supportive

and rich educational environment for students with special talents and interests. Our

Signature Programs enable students to develop their unique skils and abilities while

maintaining an alignment with Education Queensland’s Curriculum and Reporting Framework

(QCARF).

Signature Programs offered in Year 8 and 9 are:

The Challenge Program

The Challenge Program provides an opportunity for academically gifted and talented

students to demonstrate a high standard of performance through a differentiated and

accelerated curriculum. The program acknowledges that academically gifted and talented

students learn at different rates, require depth in learning and are challenged by a

stimulating and open-ended approach. The two-year program in Science, Maths, English

and SOSE encourages higher-order thinking, problem solving and self-directed inquiry.

Students are also expected to participate in enrichment opportunities and independent

research projects. Students are selected according to their results in a Higher Ability Selec-

tion Test (HAST), their Year 7 report card and Year 7 NAPLAN results.

ICT Immersion Program

The ICT Immersion Program enables students who have an interest or skill in technology to

engage in a differentiated curriculum where e-learning is integral to the curriculum delivery

and assessment. Using ICTs as an effective tool for learning provides students with an


opportunity to succeed and develop specific skills and knowledge. The ICT Immersion class

is delivered using Apple Macbooks in the Key Learning Areas of English, Maths, Science and

SOSE. There are financial obligations involved with this program.

Visual Arts Program

The Visual Arts Program is designed for students who have a strong interest in the Visual

Arts and Digital Design. It provides an opportunity for students to study with like-minded

peers in a challenging and enriching environment with a focus on developing student’s

creative and critical thinking and presentation skills. Students will have opportunities to work

with highly skilled teachers, artists and industry specialists. Students are selected according

to their results in a practical test, portfolio presentation and interview.

Music Program

The Music Program challenges and extends musically able students within a student-centred

and musically rich learning environment. Students work with like-minded peers to extend

their individual skills and talents as well as being exposed to guest musicians, performances

and concerts. Students are also encouraged to think creatively and critically through music

and to develop higher order thinking skills. Students are selected according to their results in

a music theory test, audition and interview.

Football Excellence Program

The Football Program of Excellence is designed to provide gifted Football players

with the opportunity to further develop their Football skills whilst completing essential

Health and Physical Education course work. Students work with like-minded peers

and dedicated staff to extend their individual skills and talents through intensive soc-

cer specifi c training and participation in Soccer and Futsal tournaments. The Football Program of Excellence is open to both male and female students who have proven Football expertise.

Senior phase of learning

Year 10

Year 10 offers students a high degree of fl exibility in subject choice. This year of study is designed for either as:

4 Consolidation of literacy and numeracy skills and study skills to prepare students for

Years 11 and 12

4 Specialisation in areas of particular interest for students

4 Acceleration for students learning in preparation for rigorous academic studies required in Years 11 and 12.


Overall it is designed to be a solid preparation for the fi nal years of schooling in terms of exposure to senior subjects, work practices and expectations needed to be a successful senior student.

There is a specifi c focus on learning pathways planning. Career choices are investigated through the Senior Leadership Program (SLP) as a major part of the preparation for senior studies as students develop an understanding of the Queensland Certifi cate of Education (QCE).

It is extremely important for all students to obtain a minimum standard in literacy and numeracy in Year 10 before proceeding to Year 11 and 12. Students who are at risk of not meeting these standards (NRS III) will be enrolled in a six month short course for Literacy and/or Numeracy during Semester 2 of Year 10 to ensure they are prepared for success in the fi nal two years.

Half way through Year 10 all students together with parents and a teacher meet to refl ect on learning already undertaken, work ethic, attitude and attendance to plan for future learning pathways. This meeting is called a Senior Education & Training Plan (SET Plan).

The step from Year 10 into Year 11 can be a major transition for students and Corinda SHS ensures that this transition is as successful as possible by working through the SET process and by providing diverse curriculum offerings to better position students to seamlessly move through the senior years with confi dence, enthusiasm and with a defi nite focus on the specifi c pathway they wish to pursue.

A comprehensive overview of all subject opportunities available to students in Year 10 is available in the Senior School Curriculum Handbook.

Years 11 and 12

Senior students choose six subjects for study and a comprehensive process for selection takes place during year 10 so that each student selects a pathway that is appropriate for his or her post-school aspirations. We offer a wide range of Senior subjects that cater for those going on to tertiary study, those seeking TAFE entrance and those entering the workforce. Opportunities such as school-based apprenticeships and traineeships provide additional pathways for students to be better equipped for the workforce on completing year 12. Links with Universities also avail students to take up tertiary courses while studying senior and full credit is awarded if they go on to further University studies.

The QCE is Queensland’s senior schooling qualifi cation. With the introductions of the Queensland Certifi cate of Education (QCE) students are required to develop a SET Plan (Senior Education & Training). This is a detailed process which impacts on the subject choices and training plan of each individual plan. Comprehensive details of subjects, their contribution to the QCE and how a QCE is achieved is set out in the Senior Curriculum Handbook produced by the school.

The Queensland Studies Authority (QSA) will award young people a QCE when they complete the senior phase of learning - usually the end of Year 12.


To be awarded a QCE young people will need to achieve a signifi cant amount of learning, including literacy and numeracy, at set standards.

Corinda State High School offers the following types of subjects:

Authority subjects

These subjects, approved by the Queensland Studies Authority (QSA), are offered statewide in Queensland secondary schools and colleges and are used in the calculation of OPs and entrance ranks (TER). Some Authority subjects may be accredited vocational education modules embedded in them. Accounting Home Economics Ancient History Information Processing & TechnologyBiological Science JapaneseBusiness Communication & Technologies Legal StudiesBusiness Organisation & Management Mathematics AChemistry Mathematics BDance Mathematics CDrama Modern HistoryEarth Science MusicEconomics Music ExtensionEnglish PhysicsFrench Senior Agricultural ScienceGeography Senior Physical EducationGerman Visual ArtGraphics Health Education

Authority-registered subjects

Authority-registered subjects are those based on QSA developed Study Area Specifi cations. They are not used in the calculation of an OP but may be used in the calculation of a tertiary entrance rank (TER). These subjects emphasise practical skills and knowledge relevant to specifi c industries. Authority Registered subjects contribute to QCE if required standard reached.Business (Approach B)Cert II Creative Industry (Media) and Photo ImagingCert II Information TechnologyEnglish CommunicationEarly Childhood StudiesFashionFunctional MathematicsHospitalityMusic StudiesPractical Arts (Creative Arts)Prevocational MathematicsSenior Construction Studies (Approach B)Senior Engineering Studies (Approach B)Senior Furnishing Studies (Approach B)Sport and Recreation


Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Student achievement in accredited vocational education modules (whether embedded

in Authority or Authority-registered subjects) is based on industry-endorsed competency

standards and this may give advanced standing towards a traineeship or apprenticeship and/

or credit on entry to courses at TAFE institutes and other registered training organizations.

VET contributes to QCE if the required standard is attained.

Cert II Active Volunteering

Cert II in Agriculture - specialising in Livestock

Cert III Allied Health Assistance

Cert II Business - Business (Approach A)

Cert III Business

Cert III in Children’s Services

Cert II Community Recreation

Cert II in Conservation and Land Management

Cert III in Financial Services (Accounts Clerical)

Cert I Hospitality

Cert II InformationTechnology

Cert II in Production Horticulture

Cert II Sampling and Measurement

Other subjects

Subjects other than an Authority or Authority-registered subject, offered by our school or

other educational institution and approved by the QSA. Includes approved TAFE subjects

or qualifi cations from specialist-accredited agencies, eg. in music or dance. These subjects contribute to QCE if the required standard is attained.

Health and Physical Education

Physical Education and/or Sport is included in the curriculum for all year levels to:

4 Create opportunities for the study and practice of movement in all its aspects

4 Increase the range of physical skills of the individuals

4 Improve, and to develop an awareness of, personal physical fi tness

4 Develop an attitude towards, and knowledge of, good health habits

4 Develop good social habits through co-operation with others.

All students are expected to participate in the Physical Education or Sport program. If a student cannot participate actively due to a physical disability then a short note or certifi cate is required. Similarly, if it is the parent’s wish that the student be excused because of recent illness or injury, a short note to explain the situation would be appreciated.


Before purchasing uniforms, parents are advised to consider the following:

4 Students are required to wear sports uniform for practical Physical Education lessons and

sport.

4 Students in years 9 through 12 are required to bring their sports uniform and sports shoes

and change into their sport uniform for Physical Education lessons. Year 8 students are

permitted to wear their sports uniform on their timetabled Physical Education day.

4 Years 10, 11 and 12 students are permitted to wear their sports uniform and leather

shoes to school on Wednesdays for school sport.

School Houses

Surname Beginning House Colour

A – D (inclusive)

E – K (inclusive)

L – R (inclusive)

S – Z (inclusive)

BUNAR

MOORI

DIBBIL

PIRRI

RED

WHITE

SKY BLUE

MAROON

No House T-Shirts Required

Students will be placed in Houses according to the initial letter of their surname.

Instrumental Music

Instrumental Music is an enriching extra curricular activity offered to our students who are

able to receive tuition on brass, woodwind, string and percussion instruments. Private tuition

in guitar and bass is also available at an extra cost. Students have lessons with professional

instructors during school time, each lesson lasting 35 minutes (half of a school period). These

lessons rotate so students do not miss the same period each week for their instrumental

lesson. Some school instruments are available for hire for one year of a student’s tuition.

After that, it is expected that students obtain their own instrument. There is an exception for

very expensive instruments where parents are asked to contribute to their replacement fund.

Students receiving lessons also participate in an ensemble group. At Corinda this could be

the:

4 Wind Ensemble

4 Concert Band

4 Big Band

4 Stage Band

4 Chamber Strings

4 Percussion Ensemble


Senior groups are selected through the audition process and all music students are required

to approach ensemble activities with appropriate commitment and dedication. This way the

very high standards of all of these ensembles can be developed as the bands are sought

after to play at many festivals and community events.

A Music Information Evening is held early in term 1 to provide further information to parents

and students and to provide an opportunity to meet music staff.

Human Relationships Education

This program is an integral part of our supportive school environment and is a compulsory

component of the senior curriculum. Specialist programs are offered to senior students and in

the lead up to Schoolies week as they complete year 12.

This program provides students with opportunities to clarify attitudes and values and to

develop skills necessary to build relationships, communicate effectively, set goals and make

informed decisions. Crucial issues such as responsible decision making and citizenship are

covered within this program.

Student Leadership Program

As an innovative school with a far-sighted approach, high importance is placed on fostering

“leaders of community”. Corinda High has developed a whole of school approach to

leadership, where leadership is not a responsibility confi ned to the ‘badge wearers’ but

is shared by all students and staff. It is important for the future leaders of our community

to understand that leadership is something that everyone can be part of and is evident in

everything we do. “Any action we do that makes the world in which we live a better place” is

the paradigm shift for our leaders of tomorrow. It is not limited to making speeches or being

part of school parade. The school is working with the yLead organisation to develop and

implement an innovative program that will reinforce in the community the capabilities of our

young people while preparing them to be community leaders of the future.

All Corinda State High School students spend 1 hour each week engaged in activities that

develop leadership skills through the Student Leadership Program (SLP).

The goals of the program are to:

4 Provide opportunities for well balanced, holistic learning opportunities through service

learning;

4 Develop leadership capability of students so that they can be recognised as community

leaders;

4 Develop a culture of active citizenship to provide high calibre leaders for the future;

4 Develop the school’s global perspective and enable students to be independent, resilient

world citizens.


Our school values are embedded within the program and are often verbalised as the 3 ‘C’s of

Corinda:

4Courtesy

4Co-operation

4Consideration

The program is structured for a teacher to facilitate their students’ ideas into action. School

and curriculum resources have been developed to support the needs of the school and the

requirements of Volunteering Queensland. A summary of the program is set out below:

4 Year 8 - Focus on actions that enhance their school environment.

4 Year 9 - Focus on enhancing the community surrounding and encompassing the school.

4 Year 10 - Focus on career knowledge and development enhancing their IT skills, working

towards Active Volunteering.

4 Year 11 - Focus on the world in which we live with projects having a global focus, working

towards the completion of Cert II Active Volunteering.

4 Year 12 - Focus on developing skills for QCS as well as life skills issues.

It is our aim that all students will exit Year 12 with a Certifi cate II in Active Volunteering and a

Certifi cate I in Informaton and Communications Technology.


Variation to School Routine - Excursions

Variations to school routine in the form of excursions, camps, work placement, or sporting events

are offered at Corinda State High to supplement and extended the range of learning experiences

and activities normally offered at the school for students.

As such, the school offers variations to students under the following terms and conditions:

4 They are not compulsory therefore alternative arrangements are always planned and

operated at school. Non-involvement does not mean time off.

4 Students can be excluded from participating if:

4 deadlines for payment and return dates of forms are not met;

4 standards of behaviour have not met school expectations;

4 uniform requirements are not met (ie day uniform not worn).

In all instances the school is the starting and fi nishing point of each activity unless notifi ed.

Students who cannot comply with the above terms and conditions should not seek to participate in the activity.

A yearly-planning calendar is provided to students in which planned variations to school routine are scheduled.

School Representation Policy

In order to maximise achievement of students, the school has introduced the School Representation Policy which asks students to achieve minimum benchmarks in order to participate in and undertake school representation. Students who fall in the following categories will be notifi ed in writing of their ineligibility to participate in extra curricular activities or school representation.

At the beginning of each Semester the Adminstration will compile and publish a list of students who are not eligible to participate in extra-curricular activities or school representation. This will last for the duration of the Semester, or until the school Administration is satisfi ed that the student has improved their academic standing, behaviour, attendance and/or personal presentation.


Religious Instruction

In accordance with Education Queensland Policy (SCM-PR-021) schools are able to deliver

an authorised program of Religious Instruction to students who are members or have

parental consent to attend such programs as identifi ed.

Religious instruction from approved instructors of a faith group is facilitated when there:

4 are members of a faith group in attendance at the school; and

4 there is capacity of the faith group to deliver an authorised program.

Corinda State High School does not currently have a program of Religious Instruction and should circumstances change, parents will be notifi ed in writing.

4


4 Year 8 Meanjin Writers Camp

4 Writing competition run jointly by English

Teachers’ Association and the Courier

Mail

4 Poetry on the Move Competition

4 Essay Competitions

4 Queensland Association of Mathematics

Teachers Challenge

4 Westpac Mathematics Competition

4 Instrumental Music

4 “MOST” Camp

4 Festival of Music

4 Brisbane Bands Festival

4 Jazzin’ Up the Mall

4 National Science Quiz

4 National Science Summer School,

Canberra

4 National Chemistry Titration Competition

4 Physics International Olmpiad

4 National Chemistry Quiz

4 Goethe Verse Speaking

4 Map Week – Map Competition

4 Business Educators’ Association of

Queensland Competitions

4 Interschool sport

4 Swimming

4 Athletics

4 Cross Country

4 Robocup Competition

4 Heron Island Excursion

4 Future Problem Solving Competition

4 Radioactive

4 Fashion Competitions

4 Chefs of the Future Competitions

4 Royal Geographical Society Competition

4 Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scheme

4 Virtual School for the Gifted

4 Economics Competition

4 The Minister’s Award for Excellence in Art

Excellence in Youth Art Award

4 Byte Awards

4 Drama Club

4 QANTM

4 Music Camp

4 Dance Troupe

4 Cheer Sports

4 Corinda Expo (Biennial Festival)

4 Musical (Biennial Event)

4 Artists in Schools Program

4 Jive Team

4 Lions Youth of the Year

4 Toastmasters

4 Fanfare

4 Koondoo Magazine

4 Debating

4 Optiminds

4 Independent Achievers Program

4 Student Council

4 Cattle Team, Sheep Team, Pony Team

4 Chess Club

4 Robotics Club

4 Enterprise Day

4 Ski Tour

4 Computer Aided Drafting Competition

4 Year 9 Reading Circle

4 Australian Schools English Competition

4 Australian Schools Writing Competition

4 ICT Competitions

4 Year 8 Museum Project

Extra-curricular

Corinda State High School focuses on academic success as well as offering a wide range of

extra-curricular activities. We aim to cater for the needs, abilities and interest of all students.

The school’s academic record, as well as its success in a wide range of extra-curricular activities

are a source of much pride in the school community.

Besides taking part in a comprehensive academic curriculum that offers well in excess of

twenty subject options in years 9 and 10, and in excess of forty options in years 11 and 12,

students also have the opportunity to participate in the following:


School Policies

Listed below are a number of school policies which are relevant for all families. They can be

accessed on the school website or alternatively if you require a hard copy simply contact the

school administration.

4 Acceptable Use Policy (Internet & Technology)

4 Assessment Policy for Students

4 Bullying and Harassment Policy

4 Complaints Management Policy

4 Critical Incidents Management Plan

4 Homework Policy

4 Plagiarism Policy

4 Religious Instruction Memo

4 Responsible Behaviour Plan

4 School Drug Policy

4 School Representation Policy

4 Sun Safe Policy

4 Uniform Policy

4 Whole School Literacy Strategy

Documents

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