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ContentsAdministration Information......................................................................................................................................... 4A Message from the Principal..................................................................................................................................... 5Our School at a Glance............................................................................................................................................... 5Curriculum Offerings.................................................................................................................................................. 6School Climate........................................................................................................................................................... 7Student Support Services............................................................................................................................................ 7

Guidance Officer.................................................................................................................................................... 7Youth Health Nurse................................................................................................................................................ 8Chaplain................................................................................................................................................................. 8Local Chaplaincy Committee................................................................................................................................. 8Support for Students with Special Needs................................................................................................................ 8

Parent Involvement in Our School............................................................................................................................... 9Classroom Volunteers............................................................................................................................................. 9Tuckshop................................................................................................................................................................ 9Financial Assistance............................................................................................................................................... 9

Behaviour Management - Pathways to Peace..............................................................................................................9School Procedures..................................................................................................................................................... 14

General Information - The 2016 School Year.......................................................................................................14Killarney School News......................................................................................................................................... 14Accidents............................................................................................................................................................. 14Administration of medication to Students during School Hours............................................................................14Assessment and Reporting.................................................................................................................................... 15Assessment Policy – Junior Secondary.................................................................................................................. 15Bell Times............................................................................................................................................................ 15Bicycles................................................................................................................................................................ 15Bus Information.................................................................................................................................................... 16Change of Details................................................................................................................................................. 16Concerns of Parents.............................................................................................................................................. 16Consent Forms – Copyright Material, Images, Recordings or Names....................................................................16Contacting Teachers............................................................................................................................................. 17Enrolments........................................................................................................................................................... 17Emergency Procedures......................................................................................................................................... 17Excursions............................................................................................................................................................ 17First Aid and Illness.............................................................................................................................................. 17Guidelines for Student Absence............................................................................................................................ 18Hats...................................................................................................................................................................... 18Homework............................................................................................................................................................ 18Infectious Diseases............................................................................................................................................... 19Insurance.............................................................................................................................................................. 21Internet Usage...................................................................................................................................................... 21Instrumental Music............................................................................................................................................... 21Interviews............................................................................................................................................................. 21Late Arrivals........................................................................................................................................................ 22Leaving the Grounds – Students........................................................................................................................... 22Levies, Charges and Voluntary Contributions.......................................................................................................22Lost Property........................................................................................................................................................ 22Mobile Phones/iPod style devices......................................................................................................................... 22Out of Bounds Areas............................................................................................................................................ 23Payments.............................................................................................................................................................. 23Phone Calls.......................................................................................................................................................... 23Physical Education Activities............................................................................................................................... 23Religious Instruction............................................................................................................................................ 23School Dress Code............................................................................................................................................... 24School Leaders..................................................................................................................................................... 25Smoking............................................................................................................................................................... 25Sports Houses....................................................................................................................................................... 25Student Council.................................................................................................................................................... 26Tuckshop.............................................................................................................................................................. 26Use of Grounds..................................................................................................................................................... 26Valuables............................................................................................................................................................. 26Visitors................................................................................................................................................................. 26Volunteers............................................................................................................................................................ 26

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Administration InformationOFFICIAL NAME: Killarney P-10 State School

LOCATION: Acacia Street, KillarneyPOSTAL ADDRESS: Acacia Street,

Killarney, Q, 4373

TELEPHONE: (07) 4664 6333FAX: (07) 4664 6300

OFFICE HOURS: 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday

Principal (the.principal@killarness.eq.edu.au) Stephen ReidHead of Department (curriculum) Traecy Bartz

Admin (admin@killarness.eq.edu.au) Sue GrahamBeryl Rosser

Teachers:Primary Jenny Dumigan

Anna CollinsNatalie Sakrewski Joyce JacklinJo Brosnan Sharmayne Nelson Sharyn Grayson

SecondaryTraecy BartzGaye ElderTheresa HayStephen Popple Louise Rolfe Ben Gillespie

Support Staff

Instrumental Music Bruce EddiehausenSupport Teacher Literacy and Numeracy Melinda Barling

Natalie SakrewskiSpecial Needs Teacher Melinda BarlingGuidance Officer Darlene HartLOTE (Japanese) Heidi Thompson Chaplain Daniel RatcliffeYouth Health Nurse Linda Coombes

Teacher Aides:Evelyn Andrews, Lola Collingridge, Georgina Crane, Karen McKay, Sandra Power, Helen Smith, Melissa Fagg, Kylie Stumkat, Annette Bellingham, Amanda Keogh

Ancillary:Janitor/Groundsperson Brian BartzCleaners Geraldine Weier, Desley Moffatt, Marlene Stonehouse

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A Message from the PrincipalWelcome to Killarney P-10 State School – the jewel of the Condamine Valley. Our school's motto, “Success Crowns Effort,” is testament to a belief that all students can achieve success in progressing their learning.

We aim to empower our students to be lifelong learners through engaging them in intellectually challenging and real life learning experiences. Our school has an excellent reputation for nurturing self-belief that brings out the hero in all our students.

We believe that a child’s education begins in the home and is continued as a partnership between the school and the home. Our task in education is to provide all our students with a caring, supportive and motivating learning environment in which to develop academic, physical, cultural, social and lifelong learning skills in preparation for their chosen pathways to the future.

Our school has been delivering strongly on its motto since 1874 and although strong in tradition, we look to the future with respect to responding to the needs of our students and community.

We look forward to working with you and your children to deliver pathways to their dreams and aspirations.

Stephen ReidPrincipal

Our School at a GlanceKillarney P-10 State School provides a co-educational education from Prep to Year 10 for around 160 – 200 students from Killarney as well as the surrounding rural area. A small number of students are drawn from adjacent areas in New South Wales.

Killarney P-10 State School is well equipped with buildings and playground facilities. The Parents and Citizens Association has been instrumental in assisting with making sure our school facilities meet the needs of our school community.

The Administration/Primary Wing houses four primary classrooms, learning support and student services room, a withdrawal room for small group tuition and administration offices. Other buildings for primary classes include a single classroom and a double classroom demountable building.

The Prep classroom provides facilities for learning through an active ‘hands on’ curriculum and includes a playground within its divided play space. This facility is purpose built to provide an ongoing link between inside and outside learning.

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The Pathways to Learning Centre is equipped with an audio-visual room, and teacher reference/planning room. Students also have access to a pod of laptop computers in this location for on line research, projects and accessing the library cataloging system. The large library collection is fully computerised for easy access and borrowing.

The Secondary wing has a teacher aide preparation room, reading materials compactus, Science Lab, Teacher Staffroom, Tuckshop, Junior Secondary Home Room and classrooms.

The commercial standard Hospitality Centre is complete with a cold room, stainless steel appliances, commercial dishwasher and ovens. The facility provides students with access Nationally accredited courses. The school is a Registered Training Organisation to deliver a certificate courses to its students in Hospitality.

The Industrial Technology and Design Rooms and Engineering Annex are well equipped for woodwork, metal work and design.

Killarney P-10 State School is proud of its extensive grounds. These grounds have been enhanced to provide facilities for outdoor learning as well as an attractive backdrop to all learning.

These facilities include an extensive Multi-Purpose Court catering for tennis and basketball; a large covered area (30m x 12m x 6m(H)) providing weather protection for outdoor activities; a small Shade Shelter, with drop-down plastic blinds for the younger children to sit and eat and play out of the weather; two ovals - one for football/cricket, and the other for soccer; three Grassed netball courts; and three interactive, shaded playgrounds, one suitable for Prep-Year 2 students, one suitable for Year 1-3 students, and the other suitable for Year 4-6 students.

The school is also afforded access to the large Sport and Recreation Facility near the school. This facility has been used for musicals, speech nights and gymnastics.

Areas have been set aside for the school's Agriculture program, including sheep and horticultural pursuits.

Curriculum OfferingsOur curriculum has a central focus on learning that builds student responsibility for active engagement in learning and enhances students’ critical and creative thinking.

In Year Prep to 6, real life and challenging learning experiences encompassing the syllabus areas of Health, Science, Geography, History, Technology, and The Arts. These Learning Areas also provide an application arena for demonstration of literacy and numeracy outcomes. The curriculum areas of Physical Education, The Arts and Japanese are serviced by specialist teachers.

Year 7 and 8 provide an opportunity for students to trial a range of specialist subjects on offer in Years 9 and 10. In Years 9 and 10, students have access to core and elective subjects. Students in Years 9 and 10 are provided access to a broad range of career opportunities including Work placements, School-based Apprenticeships and Traineeships. Our school is a Registered Training Organisation to provide opportunities for students to complete a Certificate I in Hospitality.

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Students have access to digital technologies in their classrooms, as pods of laptops and computers placed strategically, around the school. We have introduced a one-to-one device program to students in Years 7 to 10. Additionally, students have access to a wide range of technological devices including digital cameras, digital microscopes and interactive whiteboards. All classrooms are fitted with data and multimedia projection facilities. These technological devices are used to provide learning tools that make our school’s curriculum accessible, meaningful and real life.

In addition to this formal curriculum our students have access to an extensive range of extra-curricula activities including:

Zone and District Sporting Teams;

School Musical every second year and a Performing Arts focus in the year between;

Highly acclaimed instrumental music program and band;

School Choir which performs at local, district and regional events;

Tours, camps and excursions to link learning to real life outside the school;

Interschool sport program with schools in Warwick and Allora (including the Anglo American Broncos Cup); and

Leadership program instilling in our students positive virtues for service to others, assisting them in becoming successful leaders and achievers while building towards their futures.

School ClimateThe social climate of our school is especially important to us. Central to our school’s operation is the Pathways to Peace Program. This focus aims to instill in students community values and an ethos for healthy social interaction.

Important features that enhance and contribute to our school climate include:

School Chaplaincy Program

Student Council

Great Mates

School Musical

Interschool Sport

Enrichment and Extension Programs

School Choir

Instrumental Music

Leadership Program

Student Support Services At our school we offer support and assistance to students and parents as we realise in life there can be bumps in the path and a helping hand can be of value. Appointments for meetings with school support staff can be made through the main office.

Guidance OfficerThe guidance service supports students in reaching their academic and social potential. Areas of assistance include personal and educational concerns, problem-solving and decision-making. While

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some services are delivered directly to the individual student and groups of students, an essential part of the Guidance Officer’s function is as a resource person to both parents and staff.

Youth Health NurseThe School Based Youth Health Nurse works with individual school communities to offer support to students, staff and parents with issues which could include health issues, smoking, alcohol and drug issues, personal and family problems, relationships, puberty, nutrition and exercise, or who/where to go to for further help and support. This service is confidential and is a service focused on our Junior Secondary students.

ChaplainA chaplaincy program is an optional service introduced to provide students, staff and parents with support that may have a religious and/or spiritual component. Chaplaincy services provide an additional adult role model in schools. Whilst personally modelling and owning their own faith positions or belief, chaplains avoid any implications that any one religion, denomination or other set of beliefs is advantageous or superior to any other denomination, religion or belief.

Our chaplaincy program is compatible with policies and practices that apply to delivery of any service in a multi-faith and multicultural state school community. A chaplaincy program is inclusive of and shows respect for all religious and non-religious beliefs and other stances represented in the school community. All activities and events provided within a chaplaincy program are non-discriminatory and equitably available to students of all beliefs who choose to participate.

Religious Instruction is not part of a school's chaplaincy program and occurs only in accordance with legislation and departmental policy.

Permission to be involved in the chaplaincy element is requested upon enrolment but can be changed at any time in writing through the office. Any concerns with the chaplaincy service can be raised to the principal or through the Parents and Citizens Association President.

Disclaimer The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of the Australian Government Department of Education.

Acknowledgement This project was funded by the Australian Government Department of Education under the National School Chaplaincy and Student Welfare Program.

Local Chaplaincy CommitteeOur School Chaplaincy runs under the guidance of the Local Chaplaincy Committee (LCC), with representatives from parents and staff, local Churches, and Scripture Union (the major employing authority for school chaplains in Queensland.) The Local Chaplaincy Committee is charged with representing the diversity of religious, faith and non-religious beliefs in the school community. Members of the LCC understand the cultural and religious customs and needs of individuals and groups within the school and range of services and support currently available and/or required.

Support for Students with Special NeedsSupport is given to students with learning difficulties within the classroom setting and when required on an individual basis by the Learning Support Teacher and, in some instances, by Advisory Visiting Teachers. Parents / Caregivers are contacted when this occurs.

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Parent Involvement in Our SchoolThe P&C Association meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7.00pm in the Room to Read. All parents and other interested citizens are invited to attend. It is hoped that all parents will consider it their duty to become active members of the Association.

Classroom VolunteersThis school welcomes the involvement of parents and community members in assisting us with the education of students. Classroom volunteers need to be aware of and adhere to the school policy and relevant legislation when dealing with adults and children at this school. If you wish to help out at school, please contact the office to make arrangements for this.

Tuckshop The school tuckshop is run by the P&C Association and operates once weekly on Fridays. Our staff encourages parents and interested community members to be involved in the roster and value the contribution made by these volunteers. If you would like to become active within the school community this is one avenue available. Please contact Tuckshop Convenor for more information.

Financial AssistanceSome parents are eligible for Government assistance in the following categories:

Federal Government State GovernmentAUSTUDY ABSEC (Aboriginal Secondary Assistance Scheme)AIC (Assistance for Isolated Children)ABSTUDY (Aboriginal Study Assistance Scheme)

Textbook and Resource AllowanceRemote AllowanceConveyance Allowance

Details and application forms are available from the school office.

Behaviour Management - Pathways to PeacePurposeKillarney P-10 State School is committed to providing a safe, respectful and disciplined learning environment for students and staff, where students have opportunities to engage in quality learning experiences and acquire values supportive of their lifelong wellbeing.

This 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 Peace Code applies to all students, staff and volunteers.

Learning and behaviour statementAll areas of Killarney P-10 State School are learning and teaching environments. We consider behaviour management to be an opportunity for valuable social learning as well as a means of maximising the success of academic education programs.

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Our Responsible Behaviour Plan outlines our system for facilitating positive behaviours, preventing problem behaviours and responding to unacceptable behaviours. Through our school plan shared expectations for student behaviour are plain to everyone, assisting Killarney P-10 State School to create and maintain a positive and productive learning and teaching environment, where all school community members have clear and consistent expectations and understandings of their role in the educational process.

Our school community uses the Pathways to Peace™ Peace Code to teach and promote our high standards of responsible behaviour:

Speak Kindly Do the Right Thing Care for Myself and Others

Our school rules have been agreed upon and endorsed by all staff and our school P&C. They are aligned with the values, principles and expected standards outlined in Education Queensland’s Code of School Behaviour.

Processes for facilitating standards of positive behaviour and responding to unacceptable behaviour

Universal Behaviour SupportThe first step in facilitating standards of positive behaviour is communicating those standards to all students and staff. At Killarney P-10 State School we emphasise the importance of directly teaching students the behaviours we want them to demonstrate at school. Communicating behavioural expectations is a form of universal behaviour support - a strategy directed towards all students designed to prevent problem behaviour and provides a framework for responding to unacceptable behaviour.

Our school’s interpretation of the Pathways to Peace Program is represented in the diagram. It features three main rules and three strategies to achieve the central focus of being a Peacemaker.

A set of behavioural expectations in specific settings has been attached to each of our three school rules. The School-wide Expectations Teaching Matrix below outlines our agreed values and specific behavioural expectations in all school settings. Do the Right Thing Speak Kindly Care for Myself and

Others

Is in the right place at the right time

Follows instructions respectfully

Use equipment appropriately

Displays appropriate audience behaviour

Asks permission to leave the classroom

Takes an active role in classroom activities

Enters and exits room in an orderly manner

Participates in school approved games

Eats lunch in an orderly and careful manner

Uses polite language

Addresses people by their preferred name

Listens to others politely without interruptions

Gets someone’s attention by standing and waiting close by

Is willing to apologize when necessary

Never uses inappropriate language

Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself

Respect others’ personal space and property

Responds pleasantly to greetings, questions and instructions

Follows instructions and directions without complaint

Is well groomed, neat and

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Cares for the environment

Is responsible for the choices made

Stands up for what is right

Encourages others to do what is right

When something has gone wrong, puts it right

Seeks advice (to turn around behaviour)

Cares for equipment

Clean up after yourself

Waits their turn

Is prepared

Completes set tasks

Keeps work space tidy

Is honest

Is a problem solver

Finds help

Walks around people talking rather than through

Listens carefully

Says please and thank you when necessary

Raise their hand to speak

Respect others’ right to learn

Talk in turns

Be a good listener

Play fairly – take turns, invite others to join in and follow rules

tidy in appearance

Offers assistance to people in need

Is sun safe; wear a broad brimmed hat

Offers assistance and directs visitors to our school and classroom

Speaks out (in the case of bullying)

Walks quietly and orderly so that others are not disturbed

These expectations are communicated to students via a number of strategies, including:

Behaviour lessons conducted by classroom teachers;

Reinforcement of learning from behaviour lessons on School Assemblies and during active supervision by staff during classroom and non-classroom activities;

Individualised, intensive support for more specific on-going cases.

Killarney P-10 State School implements the following proactive and preventative processes and strategies to support student behaviour:

A dedicated section of the school newsletter (Pathways to Peace), enabling parents to be actively and positively involved in school behaviour expectations.

Good Guys and Peace Mails provide the opportunity for students to be proactive in supporting their own and the behaviour of others.

Regular provision of information to staff and parents, and support to others in sharing successful practices

Comprehensive induction programs in the Killarney P-10 State School Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students delivered to new students as well as new and relief staff.

Individual support profiles developed for students with high behavioural needs, enabling staff to make the necessary adjustments to support these students consistently across all classroom and non-classroom settings.

Reinforcing expected school behaviourAt Killarney P-10 State School, communication of our key messages about behaviour are delivered through learning experiences in our classrooms, which provides students with feedback for engaging in expected school behaviour. A formal recognition and monitoring system has been developed. This reinforcement system is designed to increase the quantity and quality of positive

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interactions between students and staff. All staff members are trained to give consistent and appropriate acknowledgement and rewards.

A level system has been established for all students within Killarney P-10 State School. Each level represents the choices the student has made regarding behaviour in the school context. Each level provides rewards for students who choose good behaviours and consequences for students who choose inappropriate behaviours.

All students begin at Bronze Level at the beginning of each year. After two weeks at any level, students may submit a form to request their move to the next level. This form is to be filled in by the student, parent/caregiver and staff members. This form is then submitted to the Behaviour Management Team and the Principal to support. Students and parents are then notified in writing of their change of level.

Students are automatically dropped to a level when inappropriate behaviours have become consistent, or a major breach of the school rules has occurred. Once again, students and their parents/caregivers are notified in writing of this change in their level. After two weeks, the students may submit a form to review the level and move to the next level.

Students are only permitted to move one level every two weeks and must maintain the level of expected behaviours.Gold You are an exemplary and outstanding school

member, committed to your studies. You participate in a variety of activities to a high standard and make a significant contribution to the school. You represent the school positively and are a role model to other students. You are a peacemaker.

Access to all school activities, invitation to attend Gold and Silver celebration each term, invitation to attend behaviour celebration for Bronze to Gold each term.

Silver You always speak kindly showing respect to peers and adults. You care for yourself and others and do the right thing at all times. You work hard at your studies and at being a peace maker in the school.

Access to all school activities, invitation to attend Gold and Silver celebration each term, invitation to attend behaviour celebration for Bronze to Gold each term.

Bronze You are learning in class to do the right thing most of the time. You are able to turn things around and bravely put things right when necessary.

Access to all school activities, invitation to attend behaviour celebration for Bronze to Gold each term.

Needs Improvement

You are not managing to do the right thing without constant reminding and you are not attempting to put things right.

May include any or all of these consequences: time in office, removal to withdrawal room, alternate lunchtime activities, loss of privilege, restitution, loss of break times, warning regarding future consequence for repeated offence, ‘Good Choices’ tracking card, referral to Targeted Behaviour Support.

Students at this level are permitted to engage in extra curricula activities at the discretion of the Classroom teacher or Admin.

Students who engage in very serious problem behaviours such as major violent physical assault, or the use or supply of weapons or drugs can expect to be recommended for exclusion from school following an immediate period of suspension.

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Network of student supportStudents at Killarney P-10 State School are supported through positive reinforcement and a system of universal, targeted, and intensive behaviour supports by:

Parents

Teachers

Support Staff

Head of Department

Administration Staff

Positive Pathways Room Staff

School Chaplain

School Based Youth Health Nurse

Guidance Officer

Advisory Visiting Teachers

Support is also available through the following government and community agencies:

Red Cross

Mercy Family Services

Bush Kids

Headspace

Disability Services Queensland

Child and Youth Mental Health

Queensland Health

Department of Communities (Child Safety Services)

Police

Local Council

Consideration of individual circumstances To ensure alignment with the Code of School Behaviour when applying consequences, the individual circumstances and actions of the student and the needs and rights of school community members are considered at all times.

Killarney P-10 State School considers the individual circumstances of students when applying support and consequences by:

promoting an environment which is responsive to the diverse needs of its students

establishing procedures for applying fair, equitable and non-violent consequences for infringement of the code ranging from the least intrusive sanctions to the most stringent

recognising and taking into account students' age, gender, disability, cultural background, socioeconomic situation and their emotional state

recognising the rights of all students to:

o express opinions in an appropriate manner and at the appropriate time

o work and learn in a safe environment regardless of their age, gender, disability, cultural background or socio-economic situation, and

o receive adjustments appropriate to their learning, emotional and/or impairment needs

A full copy of the “Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students” is available in the school office waiting area.

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School Procedures

General Information - The 2017 School YearThe school office will be open from 16 January, 2017 (closed on morning of the 20 January and on 26 January). All students are required to attend from Monday 23, January 2017. A School Calendar is published quarterly in the newsletter. All cultural and sporting events, celebrations, camps, parent-teacher meetings and field trips are listed on this calendar.

Vacation Public Holidays Student-free Day(s)School Resumes: Monday 23 JanuaryAutumn: 1 April – 17 AprilWinter: 24 June – 9 July Spring: 16 September – 2 OctoberSummer: 9 December 2017 – 21 January 2018

Australia Day: 26 JanShow Holiday: 24 FebEaster: 14 April – 17 AprilAnzac Day: 25 AprilLabour Day: 1 MayQueen's Birthday: 2 October

18, 19 and 20 January

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Killarney School NewsThe school publishes a weekly newsletter each Tuesday. This is distributed around the community free of charge. The deadline for placing community service notices or advertisements in the Killarney Kapers is noon of the preceding Monday.

AccidentsShould an accident occur during school hours, every effort will be made to contact parents/care-givers. Should the school be unable to contact parents/care-givers, the school will make arrangements for the treatment of the student by the local doctor and/or ambulance. Please advise the office immediately of any changes to enrolment data (e.g. address, telephone, etc.)

Administration of medication to Students during School HoursAny student who has medication prescribed by their medical practitioner to take while at school must adhere to the Education Queensland regulations in respect to this matter.

1. The parent or guardian must, in the first instance, make a written request to the Principal of the school.

2. An adult staff member designated by the Principal will carry out administration of that medication.

3. At all times medication must be kept at the school office. One exception in selected cases, is:

a. that of inhaler therapy for Asthma. On written permission from a parent/legal guardian and

b. with the Principal’s or HOD’s permission, the student may be responsible for the inhaler.

4. Non-prescribed medications e.g., analgesics, cough medicines and the like, should not be brought to school and cannot be administered by school staff.

5. Before medication can be administered, the required form (available from the office) must be completed and returned to the school.

6. Any medication brought to school must have the written instruction provided on the medication container by the Pharmacist at the Medical Practitioner’s direction.

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7. The Permission Form is valid for one week only unless there is permanent medication where special negotiation will take place.

Assessment and ReportingWritten reports will be issued at the end of Semesters 1 and 2. Parent Teacher Meetings will be arranged at the beginning of Terms 2 and 3. We also issue a brief report at the end of Term 1 to flag discussion for the Term 2 Parent Teacher Meetings.

Assessment Policy – Junior SecondaryThe assessment program for the junior secondary aims to improve teaching, help students achieve the highest standards they can within their own capabilities and to provide accurate reports to parents on students’ achievements.

Key procedures include:

Assessment items must be the student’s own work

Students must acknowledge information sources. Referencing methods will be outlined in assessment criteria.

Teacher monitoring of draft material will occur at various stages

Failure to meet check dates, if set, will result in parents being contacted by the teacher of that subject.

Assessment items must be presented by the due date, unless there are exceptional circumstances. An extension can be sought through parental contact with the teacher or the Head of Department.

Bell TimesNo student should be at school before 8:00 am. No supervision of students is provided before this time.

From ToRoll 8:50 8:55Period 1 8:55 10:05Period 2a 10:05 10:40MORNING TEAPeriod 2b 11:00 11.35Period 3 11.35 12:45 LUNCHPeriod 4 1:45 2:50Roll 2:50 3:00

BicyclesBicycles are to be left in the racks in the designated areas. To observe the safety of all concerned, students must not ride their bicycles in the school grounds at any time.

During the day the bicycle racks are out of bounds to all students.

Cyclists are required by law to wear a bike helmet.

The Department of Transport suggests that children should ride with an adult until they are at least 8 years old.

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Bus InformationThe school has two bus runs that transport students from Prep to Year 10 to the school every day. Parents are to apply to the licensed operator of the run for an application for conveyance of students.

Falls - Killarney & Legume - Killarney Lic. Operator – Ashley WelchPhone No. 0417680705

Emu Vale - Tannymorel - Killarney. Lic. Operator - Charon Jamieson Phone 0418798681

Students who reside more than 3.2 km from the school may be eligible to use these transport services. Parents are asked to impress upon their children that students are required to abide by the Department of Transport Bus Code of Behaviour. The bus operators and conveyance committees have the right to suspend students from the bus runs if they are guilty of wilful and persistent misconduct.

Change of DetailsIf your address or phone number change, please report the new details to the office. This information is necessary so that records can be kept up to date.

Concerns of ParentsParents are encouraged to discuss their child’s progress with their child’s teacher. Please ensure that appointments are made either before or after school through the relevant teacher.

We endeavor to ensure that your child’s experience with us runs as smoothly as possible. However, there will be occasions when you may have concerns about what has happened in a classroom, in the playground or on excursions. These concerns need to be raised with school staff so we can address them.

We are committed to ensuring that all parents have their concerns dealt with in a fair and equitable manner. This we believe will ensure that concerns are addressed with the least possible disruption to you and your child.

Classroom concerns should initially be addressed to the class teacher.

For general concerns or if the issue has not been resolved, please make an appointment through the office to see the principal or Head of Department.

If the problem cannot be resolved within the school you should contact Darling Downs and South West Regional Office at 178 Hume Street, Toowoomba, phone 07 4616 9111.

Consent Forms – Copyright Material, Images, Recordings or NamesParents and Caregivers should be aware that privacy requirements in relevant legislation mean that publication or distribution of names or images or identifying references to students is expressly forbidden without written consent from legal guardians. A signed Consent Form authorises the school to use the student’s copyright material, image, recording and name, together with information about their participation in school activities, for any use by the State. Consent covers the entire or partial use of the Individual’s copyright material, image, recording and name in conjunction with other words and images. For example, the completed material can appear in

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school newsletters, magazines, websites and other publications, as well as in television advertising, videos, brochures, forms, public relations displays, annual reports, press advertising, internal documents such as manuals, websites, certificates, strategic plans, posters and promotional material and in materials produced by the Department or other State government departments. There may also be occasions on which the Department may approve the media, such as local newspapers and television, using information and material in relation to individuals, for example, drama and musical performances, sports and prize giving.

Contacting TeachersParents who wish to discuss their children’s educational progress are encouraged to arrange an appointment with the teacher concerned.

If the concern is minor, the staff would appreciate it if you would contact them during either recess or after school. The morning preparation time is vital for teachers to prepare the day’s learning experience. Interruptions, no matter how small, can interfere with the day’s teaching program.

EnrolmentsOur school caters for students from Prep to Year 10.

Prep enrolments are accepted for children who turn five by 30 June in the year of enrolment.

Parents need to present a birth certificate or passport as proof of age of their children.

Emergency ProceduresProcedures for the efficient and effective evacuation in an emergency are displayed near the exit of all rooms. Regular practice of these procedures is conducted. All personnel on site at the time are required to participate in these drills.

ExcursionsPermission forms, medical forms and other relevant information about excursions will be distributed to students well in advance of the event. Whole school variations will be advertised through the Killarney Kapers prior to the event – for example: whole school dress rehearsals for the musical at KRec; whole school athletics carnivals; whole school swimming carnivals at the Killarney Pool etc.

Unfortunately due to costs incurred by the school, the transport component of an excursion is unable to be refunded in the event of a student’s non-attendance on an excursion.

First Aid and IllnessSince we are unable to look after sick children at school, parents are requested not to send students who are already unwell.

Students who are injured or become unwell at school will be sent home if there is a parent or other emergency telephone contact able to care for them. Medical opinion may be sought or an ambulance called if parents cannot be contacted, so it is imperative that the information on the student’s admission forms are updated regularly (especially addresses, telephone numbers and name of preferred doctor).

Guidelines for Student AbsenceOur school recognises the importance of students being at school and learning every day. For continuity of learning, absences should be kept to the minimum. There must be a valid reason for absence. What you can do to help:

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Be at school on time and ready to learn every day you can. If there is a problem see your child’s class teacher or the principal.

If your child arrives after 9 am roll marking, they must enter the school via the office to record their late arrival and reason.

Before 9am, provide notification and a reason for your child’s absence

via the office phone on 46646333,

text the absence phone via 0428196801.

via email absences@killarness.eq.edu.au,

via a note to your child’s class teacher or

in person to the class teacher

Respond to the text message you receive for a student who is away by confirming the absence and providing a reason.

Keep your contact details up-to-date with our office.

Attendance – Ready to Learn Every Day What if my child is to be absent for more than 10 days?

Every parent of a child of compulsory school age or a young person in the compulsory participation phase has a legal obligation to ensure their child is enrolled and attending school or participating in an eligible option.

Parents can apply for an exemption from this obligation when their child cannot attend or it would be unreasonable in all the circumstances for their child to attend school or participate in an eligible option for a period of more than 10 consecutive school days.

Situations where an application for an exemption may be made include:

Illness

Family reasons

Cultural or religious reasons

If your child is exempted from compulsory schooling, you are excused from your obligation in relation to compulsory schooling or compulsory participation.

The school principal is not responsible for providing an educational program to your child, however they may provide advice on other educational options available.

http://education.qld.gov.au/studentservices/inclusive/exemptions/index.html

HatsThe wearing of a hat is a part of our school uniform as a health and safety requirement. It is a requirement that all students wear a specified hat (not cap) during outdoor activities.

Any student who fails to wear an acceptable hat will be required to remain under buildings during play time and for curriculum experiences may be required to wear a borrowed hat so they can access the curriculum.

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Junior Secondary students are usually given the opportunity at the beginning of each year, to order an embroidered bucket hat. This will be embroidered with either a first or surname only and will usually be subsidized by the school to ensure the cost does not exceed the price of a hat from the uniform shop.

HomeworkThe Department of Education, Training and the Arts has developed guidelines for homework in Queensland schools. The following is to operate as a guide in determining the amount of set homework that students might be expected to undertake weekly. It is of course open to parents to consult with a student’s teacher about additional materials or practice exercises with which parents can assist their children at home.

In Prep to Year 3 many activities at home or in play can assist children to develop literacy, numeracy and problem-solving skills. Homework tasks may include: daily reading to, with, and by parents/caregivers or other family members; linking concepts with familiar activities such as shopping, preparation of food, local environment and family outings; conversations about what is happening at school; preparation for oral presentations and; opportunities to write for meaningful purposes.

In the Prep Year, generally students will not be set homework.

In Years 1, 2 and 3, set homework could be up to but generally not more than 1 hour.

In the Middle Phase (Year 4 to Year 9) some homework can be completed daily or over a weekly or fortnightly period and may include daily independent reading, be coordinated across different subject areas, include extension of class work, projects and research.

Homework in Year 4 & Year 5 could be up to but generally not more than 2-3 hours.

Homework in Year 6 & Year 7 could be up to but generally not more than 3-4 hours.

In Year 8 and Year 9 students should be given more responsibility for their own learning. They can be required to engage in independent learning to complement work undertaken in class. Homework in Year 8 & 9 could be up to but generally not more than 5 hours.

In Year 10 the amount of time devoted to homework and independent study will vary according to the student’s learning needs and individual program of learning, determined through their Senior Education and Training (SET) Plan.

Consequences for failing to complete homework include detention at lunchtime and afterschool and drop of behaviour level. Should you have any concerns about homework, please see your child’s teacher so adjustments can be made. Adjustments can also include permission not to participate in programmed homework on a term by term basis. This requires written notification from the parent each term.

Infectious DiseasesRecommended minimum periods of exclusion from school for cases of and contact with infectious diseases

CONDITION EXCLUSION OF CASES EXCLUSION OF CONTACTS

Amoebiasis(Entamoeba histolytica)

Exclude until diarrhoea ceases. Not excluded.

Campylobacter Exclude until diarrhoea has ceased. Not excluded.Chicken pox Exclude for at least 5 days AND until all

blisters have dried Any child with an immune deficiency (for example, leukaemia) or receiving

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chemotherapy should be excluded for their own protection. Otherwise not excluded.

Conjunctivitis Exclude until discharge from eyes has ceased.

Not excluded.

Cytomegalovirus Infection

Exclusion not necessary. Not excluded.

Diarrhoea Exclude until diarrhoea has ceased. Not excluded.Diphtheria Exclude until medical certificate of

recovery is received following at least two negative throat swabs, the first not less than 24 hours after finishing a course of antibiotics and the other 48 hours later.

Exclude family/household contacts until cleared to return by an appropriate health authority.

Glandular fever (mononucleosis)

Exclusion is not necessary. Not excluded.

Hand, Foot and Mouth disease

Until all blisters have dried. Not excluded.

Haemophilus type b (Hib)

Exclude until medical certificate of recovery is received.

Not excluded.

Hepatitis A Exclude until a medical certificate of recovery is received, but not before seven days after the onset of jaundice or illness.

Not excluded.

Hepatitis B Exclusion is not necessary. Not excluded.Hepatitis C Exclusion is not necessary. Not excluded.Herpes ("cold sores")

Young children unable to comply with good hygiene practices should be excluded while the lesion is weeping. Lesions to be covered by dressing, where possible.

Not excluded.

Hookworm Exclusion not necessary. Not excluded.Human immun.-deficiency virus infection (HIV AIDS virus)

Exclusion is not necessary unless the child has a secondary infection.

Not excluded.

Impetigo Exclude until appropriate treatment has commenced. Sores on exposed surfaces must be covered with a watertight dressing.

Not excluded.

Influenza and influenza like illnesses

Exclusion is not necessary. Not excluded.

Leprosy Exclude until approval to return has been given by an appropriate health authority.

Not excluded.

Measles Exclude for at least four days after onset of rash.

Immunised contacts not excluded. Unimmunised contacts should be excluded until 14 days after the first day of appearance of rash in the last case. If unimmunised contacts are vaccinated within 72 hours of their first contact with the first case they may return to school.

Meningitis (bacterial)

Exclude until well. Not excluded.

Meningococcal infection

Exclude until adequate carrier eradication therapy has been completed.

Not excluded if receiving rifampicin.

Molluscum contagiosum

Exclusion not necessary. Not excluded.

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Mumps Exclude for nine days or until swelling goes down (whichever is sooner).

Not excluded.

Parvovirus (erythema infectiousum fifth disease)

Exclusion not necessary. Not excluded.

Poliomyelitis Exclude for at least 14 days from onset. Re-admit after receiving medical certificate of recovery.

Not excluded.

Ringworm, scabies, pediculosis (lice), trachoma

Re-admit the day after appropriate treatment has commenced.

Not excluded.

Rubella (german measles)

Exclude until fully recovered or for at least four days after the onset of rash.

Not excluded.

Salmonella, Shigella

Exclude until diarrhoea ceases. Not excluded.

Streptococcal infection (including scarlet fever)

Exclude until the child has received antibiotic treatment for at least 24 hours and the person feels well.

Not excluded.

Tuberculosis Exclude until a medical certificate from an appropriate health authority is received.

Not excluded.

Typhoid fever (including paratyphoid fever)

Exclude until approval to return has been given by an appropriate health authority.

Not excluded unless considered necessary by public health authorities.

Whooping cough Exclude the child for five days after starting antibiotic treatment.

Exclude unimmunised household contacts aged less than 7 years for 14 days after the last exposure to infection or until they have taken five days of a 10-day course of antibiotics. (Exclude close child care contacts until they have commenced antibiotics).

Worms (intestinal) Exclude if diarrhoea present. Not excluded.

InsuranceThe school does not carry insurance policies against injury to students or their property. If this is required, this is a parental responsibility.

Internet UsageAs part of the education provisions at our school, the Queensland Government makes internet access available to students and staff. In order to gain and continue this access, students must sign and abide by an Internet and Technology Policy document. Students who do not abide by this policy will have their access rights withdrawn for various lengths of time (depending on frequency and/or severity of the infringement).

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Instrumental MusicStudents in Years 4 to 10 are encouraged to learn a ‘band’ instrument through our school’s instrumental music program. This provides an excellent opportunity to develop a lifelong skill and explore new talents.

Most instruments are available for a 12 month learner mode, after which students should look to purchasing their own instrument. A small cost is charged to cover band music and program costs.

The program requires some lunchtime and before school practices as well as after school performances as scheduled.

InterviewsInterviews may be sought with the Principal and members of the teaching staff. Except in an emergency, an appointment should always be made. If you wish to interview teachers or members of the administration on a specific topic, for instance your child's progress, behaviour, etc., please outline the problem when you are making the appointment. This allows time to gather relevant information about the concern.

Late ArrivalsStudents who arrive after 9:00 am must report to the office with a note explaining the lateness and must sign in before proceeding to class.

Leaving the Grounds – StudentsStudents of compulsory school age must attend school on every school day. Attendance requires the physical attendance of students at school.

Only in the following circumstances may the principal permit students to legally leave the school at any time during the school day:

Medical or dental Treatment;

Specialized instruction (specialized instruction means instruction or training in a subject or activity that is not part of the student’s normal school subjects or activities.); or

Other valid reasons (e.g. to attend a funeral, to do banking for an ill parent)

Levies, Charges and Voluntary ContributionsSecondary students:

May be required, in the elective subject they are studying to pay for the project they are doing. Parents/caregivers will be notified if a levy is involved with the project or if the students are required to bring materials or equipment from home;

Our school runs a Resource Scheme for instrumental music and secondary students. This scheme is designed to provide texts, loan instruments and some written material for students at a minimal cost. All secondary students are eligible for a secondary textbook allowance from the Federal government. The P&C have agreed that this allowance be paid directly to the school to lessen costs to parents for textbooks and materials. Should you choose not to belong to the scheme the resources will cost you in excess of $600. Therefore by agreeing to belong and the school managing this fund you are saving yourself significant expenditure.

Lost PropertyPersonal property should be marked clearly with the owner’s name.

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Students are responsible for their own possessions. Lost property is kept near the office. Students and parents are asked to check this regularly.

Students who for a particular reason may have a large sum of money on their person are requested to hand the money in at the office for safe-keeping.

Mobile Phones/iPod style devicesMobile phones/iPods are not encouraged to be at school. Secondary students (Years 7-10) are able to use mobile phones/iPods only outside of class times (i.e., before school - until the bell at 8.50am; morning tea - 10.40-11am; lunch time - 12.45-1.40pm) provided there are no ‘class’ activities during designated break times.

Mobile phones/iPods will be removed for collection at the end of the school day from the office if they are seen or heard during class time, and/or used for offensive or inappropriate purposes by students.

Primary students with mobile phones should sign them into the office for safe-keeping in the morning and collect after school.

Out of Bounds AreasTo ensure the safety of students and property the following areas will be out of bounds to students:

Students should be visible to staff on duty at all times.

Students are not permitted to remain in the area between the buildings and the front fence so that strangers and others can be avoided.

Car parks

Bike racks unless leaving or collecting a bicycle

Groundsman’s shed

Port racks, classrooms and verandahs at break times (unless supervised by a staff member)

The ovals unless participating in sports activities under the instruction of a staff member.

Stairs and stairwells need to be kept clear at all times.

PaymentsFor efficient banking and receipting purposes, any payments of money to the school need to:

Be enclosed in a sealed envelope (sticky tape edges to prevent the loss of coins)

Clearly be labeled with the student’s name, purpose for the payment and the amount enclosed

Placed in the mailbox at the back door of the administration area.

Payment envelopes are available from the front desk.

Phone CallsStudents are not permitted to accept phone calls at school through the school phone system. Please leave a message with the office.

Physical Education ActivitiesOur school values the social and physical benefits of participation in a range of sports and physical activities. These are part of the required curriculum of Queensland schools and it is expected that

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all students participate unless a note has been provided on medical grounds to seek their non-participation.

Religious InstructionKillarney P-10 State School offers non-denomination cooperative religious instruction with community members visiting classrooms once weekly to instruct classes in matters religious. The cooperative classes cater for the following faiths: Anglican, Roman Catholic, Uniting, Warwick Christian Fellowship and Restoration and Revival Ministries. Non-members of these faiths are still permitted to attend. Attendance is allocated on the basis of details provided at time of enrolment or unless otherwise notified in writing.

Killarney P-10 State School embraces a multitude of cultural, religious and non-religious beliefs and encourages students to grow and develop as a whole person, in particular, in beliefs, values and attitudes. Killarney P-10 State School respects the background and beliefs of all students by not promoting, or being perceived as promoting, any particular set of beliefs in preference to another.

Religious instruction is not a program or syllabus provided by the Department of Education and Training (DET).

School Dress CodeIt is an expectation, endorsed by resolution of the P&C that students wear the school uniform daily. The wearing of the full school uniform shows a student’s self-respect and pride in the school. Parent co-operation is sought in ensuring students are correctly attired.

The school uniform is required daily and is an expectation for school trips and nominated school functions. It is school policy that enclosed shoes be worn for all occasions. Students not in full uniform will not be permitted to attend out-of-school activities.

Jewellery or other adornment is not to be worn to school except a modest wristwatch, a single set of small plain sleepers or studs and a plain ring. Medical information jewellery is permitted.

Facial piercing is not permitted. Any existing piercing must contain a clear small stud. Safety requirements are that piercing must be removed for physical activity and removed or covered for food handling lessons.

Ear Spacers are not permitted. Any existing spacers must be solid and skin coloured.

Visible tattoos are not permitted. Any existing tattoos must be covered at all times.

Nail polish or make up is not to be worn.

Hair longer than shoulder length must be tied back neatly or styled off the face. Only school navy ribbons, clips or scrunchies may be worn. Hair must remain a natural colour.

Shoes – The rules of the Factories and Shops Acts (1960 – 1973) and Education Queensland require that footwear providing adequate protection (impervious material) and covering of the entire foot shall be worn in all workrooms (workshops, laboratories, art, graphics, textiles and food preparation rooms).

Students out of uniform are expected to wear a similar replacement garment (appropriate and blue) and bring a note from the parent or guardian explaining the circumstances for each day they are out of uniform. This note is to be presented to the Class or Form teacher before school. Students may be required to wear a loaned uniform item or items for the day, from the school bank of uniforms located in the office administration area.

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If a uniform item worn provides an issue for exposure or modesty the student will be required to wear a loaned uniform item or items for the day, from the school bank of uniforms located in the office administration area.

If incorrect hats are worn, the students will be asked to remove the hat and not be permitted in the playground.

Persistent refusal to comply with the school’s dress standards and explicitly stated instructions will result in the student being issued with consequences according to the Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students. This may involve lunch time detentions initially.

Year 10 Jerseys

The Year 10 students will be given the opportunity to order a subsidised jersey in school colours. The design of the jersey will align will be decided upon by the form teacher/s, in consultation with the class and administration. Students are invited to have either their first or surname printed on the back of the jersey. This jersey will usually be subsidized through the P & C and serve as a commemorative token for the year 10 class.

Girls’ Uniform Boys’ Uniform

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Navy skorts or plain navy mid-thigh length shorts

School polo shirt (KSS design)

Mostly white or black sports shoes (not canvas slip ons)

White or navy socks

Undershirt if worn must be white or navy

Plain navy track suit pants

Choice of plain navy sweatshirt, KSS spray jacket

General Uniform

Plain navy mid-thigh length shorts

School polo shirt (KSS design)

Mostly white or black sports shoes (not canvas slip ons)

White or navy socks

Undershirt if worn must be white or navy

Plain navy track suit pants

Choice of plain navy sweatshirt, KSS spray jacket

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Navy and blue check skirt

White blouse

School tie

Black leather lace up walking shoes (not sports shoes, boots, sandals or ballet flats)

Black pantyhose (plain or ribbed) or plain white ankle length socks

KSS Blazer

To assist with availability the dress uniform for the girls, we have the permission of the Warwick State High School P&C to use the navy and blue check skirt and white blouse from their school.

Dress Uniform

Black long pants

White shirt – long or short sleeves

School tie

Black leather lace up walking shoes (not sports shoes, boots, or sandals)

Socks – short black

KSS Blazer

Plain black belt

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Navy broad brimmed or bucket hat with at least a 6 cm brim.

Must be worn for all outdoor activities

Hat

Navy broad brimmed or bucket hat with at least a 6 cm brim.

Must be worn for all outdoor activities

School LeadersStudents are elected annually into responsible roles of school captain, vice captain and sports house captains. These students are expected to sustain a high level of positive behaviour and be role models to their peers. In line with the Code of Behaviour and Pathways to Peace, these students

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need to remain on Silver or Gold levels to hold their position. If the student’s behaviour warrants them being put on a level, they may be required to relinquish their position of leadership and a new election may take place.

SmokingAll areas and buildings within the school boundary as well as within five metres of school property are non-smoking zones in accordance with government policy.

Sports HousesThe school operates two sports houses for inter-house sporting competitions, Chauvel (blue) and Madsen (red). Children in the same family will be in the same house.

Chauvel house is named in honour of Charles Chauvel who was born in Warwick and was a prominent pioneer in Australia’s film industry.

Madsen house is named in honour of the Honorable Otto Ottoson Madsen MLA who made a significant contribution to government at both a local and state level.

Student CouncilOur Student Council is represented by class representatives in Years 5 to 10 and the school captains. The Student Council provides an opportunity for students to have input into the decision-making processes of the school. Meetings are scheduled throughout each term with an event being organized to highlight a specific charity or event.

TuckshopThe school tuckshop is run by the P&C Association and operates once weekly on Fridays. The tuckshop adheres to the Healthy Choices Guidelines for providing students with nutritious meals low in salt, sugar and fat.

Orders are to be written on a brown paper bag – one for morning tea and one for lunch. Please write clearly the student’s name, year level, order required and if possible the correct monies.

Orders are sent to the classrooms at both morning tea and lunch.

Please see the school newsletter for regular tuckshop updates.

Use of GroundsUse of the school grounds without prior permission is not permitted.

To use the school grounds or facilities outside school hours, students, community groups and adults must obtain permission from the Principal. It is necessary for these groups to have their own liability insurance. Application forms for use of school grounds are available from the school office.

ValuablesItems of value (jewellery, toys, electronic equipment) may be brought to school by students but no responsibility will be assumed for these items. Staff, while they may be reasonably diligent in assisting students to care for their prized possessions

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cannot be held accountable for their loss or damage. Please bear this in mind when allowing your child to bring these items to school.

VisitorsAll visitors to the school must report to the administration office and sign the visitors’ book before going to other buildings within the school grounds. This is essential for safety and audit purposes.

VolunteersAll volunteers need to be familiar with the Volunteers’ Code of Conduct. It is essential that student confidentiality be maintained by volunteers. The Code of Conduct is available from the office and sign on points for visitors. Volunteers need to sign ‘in’ using the Visitors’ Book.

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