Single Course Provision Information Handbook

Myall Street, Dubbo NSW 2830 Tel: 02 5804 7000 Fax: 02 6884 0777 Email: [email protected]

https://dubbo-d.schools.nsw.gov.au

Dubbo School of Distance Education Single Course Provision Information Handbook – 2021 Effective 23 September 2020

https://dubbo-d.schools.nsw.gov.au/

Table of Contents

About the school.................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Who can apply for single course provision? .................................................................................................................. 3

When can students apply? ............................................................................................................................................. 3

How do students apply? ................................................................................................................................................. 3

What are the benefits?.................................................................................................................................................... 3

Important Information .......................................................................................................................................................... 4

School Contributions for 2021 ............................................................................................................................................ 5

Courses Available for 2021 ................................................................................................................................................. 6

Years 9 and 10 (Stage 5) Courses................................................................................................................................. 6

Year 11 & HSC Courses 2021-2022 ..................................................................................................................................... 7

Years 9-12 Single Course Categories and Conditions ...................................................................................................... 8

Information for Students Undertaking School Delivered .................................................................................................. 8

VET Courses ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8

ERN information for government schools only ............................................................................................................... 10

Enrolments at Dubbo School of Distance Education ...................................................................................................... 10

Application for single course provision for within quota categories and for single course provision for languages (outside quota) must be submitted by Wednesday November 11 2020 and finalised by Wednesday 17 February 2021. to facilitate timely provisions of the Distance Education program. Application for students beginning an HSC course should be made by the end of Term 3 in preparation for Term 4 commencement of work. Schools should retain this Information Handbook as a reference. T:\Staff Information\Practices\Booklets\2021_Booklets\Enrolments\Single Course Provision Information Handbook.docx

Single Course Provision Information Handbook 2021 Page 3

About the school Dubbo School of Distance Education is a NSW government school. We provide for the education of students who are unable to fulfil their educational requirements at their own school. Students need to meet specific guidelines to be eligible for distance education. Single course students can study one (or more) courses at Dubbo School of Distance Education while continuing to study the rest of their courses at their home school.

Who can apply for single course provision?

Any student who cannot study the course they want in their government or non-government school can apply for single course provision. Approval is subject to the conditions described in the Distance Education Enrolment Procedures 2021, issued by NSW Department of Education.

When can students apply?

Applications for single course provision for within quota categories and for single course provision for languages (outside quota) must be submitted by Wednesday 11 November 2020 for the following year and finalised by Wednesday 17 February 2021. Applications for students beginning an HSC course should be made by the end of Term 3 2020.

How do students apply?

Applications are made by the Principal of the home school. The Principal will determine if the student meets the guidelines for single course provision at Dubbo School of Distance Education before sending the application.

What are the benefits? Studying by distance education enables students to: • select courses of interest or necessity which are unavailable in the home school.

• fit their study into existing school timetables and work at their own pace in their own time.

• have direct contact with teachers by email, phone, post and a variety of digital technologies.

• be visited by teachers in their school where possible.

• attend study days, seminars and excursions to provide contact with other students across the cohort.

• borrow excellent resources from an extensive library which includes books, DVDs, music CDs, audio books and

pamphlets.


Important Information

Regular supervision Regular supervision from a member of the teaching staff is essential to support effective student learning through distance education. The Principal of Dubbo School of Distance Education will need to be assured that the student will be adequately supervised at all times by a member of the home school’s teaching staff. The home school Principal will ensure there are adequate facilities and supervision during periods timetabled for distance education including supervision by a suitably qualified teacher during practical activities and practical project work. If there are occasions when the supervision or facilities are inadequate whilst the student is completing their distance education coursework, the home school Principal will arrange suitable alternatives.

Continued provision Continued provision of distance education is conditional on the student’s weekly return of course work. The success of a student’s program relies on good supervision, open communication, planning for agreed outcomes and appropriate intervention when necessary.

Where it becomes evident that distance education is not meeting the student’s learning or welfare needs, continued provision may be in jeopardy. The student will then be referred to the Principal of the home school for further educational support or alternative curriculum options.

Privacy of information The personal information provided on the Application Form is obtained for the purpose of processing the student’s application for course provision. It will be used by the Department of Education for general student administration and communication and other matters relating to the education and welfare of the student. While the provision of this information is voluntary, if you do not provide all or any of this information the processing of this application may be delayed or prevented. This information will be stored securely. You may access or correct any personal information provided by contacting the school.

Residency and Temporary Visa status Students eligible to enrol at Dubbo School of Distance Education must be Australian citizens resident in NSW, or must hold Permanent Visas and reside in NSW.

Students holding Temporary Visas will need to telephone the Single Course Coordinator at Dubbo School of Distance Education to discuss the application (Phone: 5804 7000).

School contributions Details about school contribution and elective contributions for students applying for distance education are provided in this Handbook. Eligibility for single course provision in particular courses is conditional on the payment of appropriate contribution fees. The home school is responsible for payment of fees to Dubbo School of Distance Education.

NSW Education Standards Authority entries Students are entered by the home school for Record of School Achievement (RoSA), Preliminary and Higher School Certificate. For NSW Education Standards Authority entries, our school code is 8112. Please ensure photographs of students are uploaded for practical subjects as required (e.g. Languages).

Textbook and resource responsibility NOTE: Home schools are responsible for the supply of materials such as textbooks and equipment to their students. If a student selects a course requiring special kits or equipment that the home school cannot provide and which are integral to the course, an extra course fee may apply. The extra course contribution will need to be paid with the application. Materials for such courses will not be sent until the contribution is paid.


School Contributions for 2021 Contributions for government school students Enrolments in Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 in 2021 $115 - 1 year course

$230 - 2 year course The home school is responsible for payment of fees to Dubbo School of Distance Education. Where a student discontinues a course, the School Contributions for government school students are non-refundable. Note: It is the home school’s responsibility to pay the Single Course enrolment fees.

Contributions for non-government school students Provision, or continuing provision – Year 11 or 12, 2021 $800 (1 year) Provision, or continuing provision in each 1 Unit Extension Course $400 (1 year) Provision, or continuing provision – Year 9 or 10, 2021 $340 (1 year)

• Where a student in a non-government school discontinues a course within one term, the school contribution, less a $135 administration fee, is 75% refundable.

• Where a student in a non-government school discontinues a course within two terms, the school contribution, less a $135 administration fee, is 50% refundable.

• Where a student in a non-government school discontinues a course after more than two terms, the school contribution is non-refundable.

Note: Non-government school fees for access to single course distance education will be set annually. These are not voluntary contributions and reflect the staffing reduction incurred by a government school when a student accesses a course through distance education. The Department does not determine whether non-government schools meet the course costs or pass them on to the parents/carers. The pro rata adjustments for non-government school students only are listed below.

Years 11–12 Refund 4 terms ......................................... Nil 3 terms ......................................... Nil 2 terms ......................................... $332.50 1 term or less ................................ $498.75

Years 9–10 Refund 4 terms ........................................ Nil 3 terms ........................................ Nil 2 terms ........................................ $102.50 1 term or less ............................... $153.75

NOTE - It is the home school’s responsibility to pay the Single Course enrolment fees. Return this enrolment application with your cheque (made payable to Dubbo School of Distance Education) or proof of online payment made through our school website. Payments can also be made using cash or EFTPOS at Dubbo School of Distance Education. If a cheque, made payable to Dubbo School of Distance Education or online proof of payment does not accompany the application form an invoice will be sent to your school for the course fees.

NO GST


Courses Available for 2021

Years 9 and 10 (Stage 5) Courses

Agricultural Technology 100hrs/200hrs

Commerce 100hrs/200hrs

Child Studies 100hrs/200hrs

Design & Technology 100 hrs

English

Food Technology 100hrs/200hrs

Australian Geography (Mandatory)

Graphics Technology 100hrs/200hrs

Australian History (Mandatory)

History (Elective) 100hrs/200hrs

Industrial Technology - Leather 200hrs - Timber 100hrs & 200hrs

Information & Software Technology 100hrs/200hrs

Languages 100hrs/200hrs - French - Italian - Japanese - Spanish

Mathematics

Music 100hrs/200hrs

Personal Development/Health/PE

Photographic and Digital Media 100hrs/200hrs

Science

Textiles Technology 100hrs/200hrs

Visual Arts 100hrs/200hrs

Visual Design 100hrs/200hrs


Year 11 & HSC Courses 2021-2022 Listed below are the courses currently available in 2021. They are 2 unit courses unless indicated otherwise:

Please read the Course Information Booklet carefully for more detailed course information.

Board Developed Courses Category A Subjects ALL count towards an ATAR. (Min 12 units in Prelim & 10 units in HSC)

Category B Subjects HSC examination must be taken to contribute to ATAR. Only 2 units can be counted towards an ATAR.

Aboriginal Studies Information Processes &Technology Business Services (WP) Agriculture Technology Investigating Science Construction (WP) Ancient History Italian Beginners ꟸꟸ Entertainment Industry (WP) Biology Italian Continuers English Studies Business Studies Italian Extension (1 unit) ** Hospitality (WP) Chemistry Japanese Beginners ꟸꟸ Information & Digital Technology

(WP) Community & Family Studies Japanese Continuers Design & Technology Legal Studies Mathematics Standard 1 ** Earth & Environmental Science Mathematics Standard Year 11 Primary Industries (WP) Engineering Studies Mathematics Standard 2 Year 12 Retail (WP) English Standard Mathematics Advanced English Advanced Mathematics Ext 1 (1 unit) English Ext 2 (1 unit) ** Modern History HSC English Ext 1 (1 unit) Music 1 Key:

• ** – Only studied in the HSC year

• WP – Mandatory Work Placement (35 hours each year) to be undertaken during this course

• †† – Requires an interview for course acceptance

• ꟸꟸ – Requires the completion and submission of an “Application for Eligibility Determination” which can be obtained by calling the school office.

Food Technology Music 2 †† French Beginners ꟸꟸ Music Extension (1 unit) ** French Continuers Personal Development, Health &

Physical Education Geography Physics German Beginners ꟸꟸ Society & Culture German Continuers Software Design & Development Industrial Tech – Graphics Spanish Beginners ꟸꟸ Industrial Tech – Timber †† Spanish Continuers Textiles & Design Visual Arts Board Endorsed (BEC) and Content Endorsed Courses (CEC) BEC & CEC Courses Do count towards a HSC, do not have an external exam, and DO NOT count towards an ATAR Driver Education Photography, Video & Digital Imaging Visual Design Exploring Early Childhood Skills for Work & Vocational Pathways

(120/180 hours) Work Studies

Financial Management Sport, Lifestyle & Recreation Manufacturing & Engineering


Years 9-12 Single Course Categories and Conditions Single course provision is available as a service to schools that cannot provide the necessary breadth and flexibility of curriculum and where a local solution such as a connected classroom with another school is not available.

The home school is requesting the distance education school to augment their curriculum to allow their student to meet the minimum requirements leading to the award of the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or Record of School Achievement (RoSA). Students exceeding the minimum pattern of study for their stage are not eligible for this provision.

It is important for ALL single course schools to comply with the most current Distance Education Enrolment Procedures document, provided by the Department of Education. This document provides all provision categories and conditions applying to distance education delivery. It is advisable to Google “Distance Education Enrolment Procedures” for the most up-to-date version.

Single course applications are limited by a quota based on the size and capacity of the school to deliver a broad curriculum from its own resources. Please check the quota schedule for your school in the most recent version of the Distance Education Enrolment Procedures.

Applications where the quota applies: • Schools requiring access to an elective course in Years 9 & 10

• Schools accessing courses to meet NESA minimum requirements for the HSC

• Schools accessing courses to meet the needs of students with special circumstances (e.g. acceleration, recognition of prior learning, small rural school, career prospects).

Applications not subject to quota: School Principals in the following circumstances must provide a statement justifying the application. (See Dubbo School of Distance Education – Single Course Provision Application)

• Students whose study has been interrupted by transfer to another school

• Specific single course languages for small cohorts

• Vocational education and training (VET) in remote schools

• Schools requiring access for students with confirmed disabilities

• Full fee-paying overseas students currently enrolled in NSW government or non-government school

• Students in exceptional circumstances (subject to approval from Director of Public Schools NSW, see application p.9)

Dubbo School of Distance Education is a delivery site of Wagga Wagga Registered Training Organisation (RTO) 9033. The courses offered have been outlined at the beginning of this booklet. For further information on VET Courses, refer to the Schools’ Preliminary & HSC Course information Booklet, available on our website: https://dubbo-d.schools.nsw.gov.au/ (select the ‘Enrolment’ tab). For further information on Year 9 & 10 (Stage 5) courses, refer to the Year 9 & 10 Course Information Booklet,

Information for Students Undertaking School Delivered VET Courses



ailable on our website: https://dubbo-d.schools.nsw.gov.au/ (select the ‘Enrolment’ tab).

Distance Education application Students in Extraordinary circumstances – Single Course

DET Schools Network: Network Contact Person:

Phone: Fax: Email:

Student Name: Date of Birth: Year:

Current School:

Enrolment Process: Unforeseen or extraordinary circumstances which prevent student from attending school.

The Director Public Schools NSW should consider the circumstances as provided by the parent/carer/supervisor and may seek from the Principal of the student’s current school and/or officer from the local Educational Services team or their delegate. Appropriate documentation must be attached to support this application. Attached with this application are: (tick as appropriate) Report from Principal of current school (including any Behaviour/Risk Management and/or Learning

Support Plan) Attendance Plan (if applicable) Referral from Educational Services Team (access Request, HSLO referral etc.) Written and signed evidence from treating medical practitioner (if applicable) Parent/Carer/Supervisor Statutory Declaration, stating the reason they are requesting full time

distance education. Director of Public Schools NSW

The Director Public Schools NSW should verify that: policies and procedures have been followed the educational and/or welfare needs of the student can be met by the home school the distance education school or centre is the most appropriate option. Any risk assessment/management plans that have been developed in the home school has been

made available for the distance education school. I have reviewed the documentation for this application for distance education in relation to the requirements of the Distance Education enrolment procedures. I recommend enrolment for the student whose name appears above.

Name of Director: Signature: Date:



ERN information for government schools only Enrolments at Dubbo School of Distance Education Students enrolled at your school who wish to study a course at Dubbo School of Distance Education will need to “share” the enrolment via ERN before the single course application has been posted or faxed to 6884 0777. Before the application form can be processed, the home school must complete the following procedures on ERN. If the application is not successful, we will contact the home school so the necessary changes may be made to ERN. 1. Select “Place

Management”

2. Click of the corresponding scholastic year to find the student to be shared

3. Check the box

to the right of the student’s name.

4. Click the “share” button.

5. Search for target school


Dubbo School of Distance Education

6. Be sure to

indicate that the enrolment to be shared is DEC – Distance Education Centre

7. Select the year

in which your student will be shared with Dubbo School of Distance Education Centre.

8. Students who

are “shared“ will be flagged with a “blue” flag

Documents

Single Course Provision Information Handbook