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St Michael’s Collegiate School218 Macquarie Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000PO Box 215, Sandy Bay, Tasmania, Australia 7006
T (03) 6211 4911 / 61-3-6211 4911F (03) 6211 4955 / 61-3-6211 [email protected]
The Christ College TrustTrading as: St. Michael’s Collegiate SchoolCRICOS Registration No. 00482K
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Collegiate is a learning community which welcomes diversity and
is shaped by Christian values. We seek the excellence in all of us
through a creative, dynamic, connected environment that provides
an outstanding preparation for today and tomorrow.
St Michael’s Collegiate is an Anglican non-selective K-12 School for
girls that equips young women to assume their place in an
ever-changing complex global community.
MISSION STATEMENT
PARENT AND STUDENT HANDBOOK
This handbook provides important information about St Michael’s Collegiate
School. Parents/guardians are invited to become familiar with the opportunities,
the policies and procedures that support our School Mission Statement and
facilitate the smooth running of our School. Please ensure you take the time to
read through the expectations with your child. This familiarity will also enable
you and your daughter to take full advantage of the opportunities our School has
to offer. Most importantly this handbook acts as a handy reference that parents
and guardians may find helpful. The information in this handbook is correct as
at January 2016. Some minor changes may occur during the school year which
will be communicated through our weekly newsletter Ancanthe. We encourage
communication between parents and the School, and invite you to contact the
appropriate staff member with any issues you may have.
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We foster these within a Christian ethos through
• appreciating creativity
• building resilience
• pursuing excellence
• developing ethical conduct
• searching for meaning
• embracing diversity
OUR VALUES
OUR HERITAGE
Since 1892, Collegiate continues its distinguished contribution to girls’ education by remaining true to the heritage of our founding Sisters.
“The School stands as of old for training in truth and moral courage, for real intellectual training. For giving girls the power of thought, for seeing things as they are, not for superficial culture, for binding classes together in an unselfish spirit, and lastly and highest of all, for educating, developing, and guiding the spiritual faculty of every child within its walls...”
Sister Phyllis (Collegiate School Report, 1923)
COLLEGIATE GIRLS: SET FOR LIFE
Christian values and a rich learning environment enhance the unique qualities of each student and equip her to be set for life.
OUR VISION STATEMENT
INTERNATIONAL MINDEDNESS
Our School Community is committed to being internationally-minded by understanding and embracing diversity in all its forms, and by respecting and celebrating this diversity in order to foster a peaceful, just and sustainable world.
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INDEX
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
MISSION STATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
WELCOME FROM THE PRINCIPAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
IMPORTANT DATES 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ORIENTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
JUNIOR SCHOOL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MIDDLE SCHOOL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SENIOR SCHOOL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
HOUSE SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
COMMUNICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
COUNSELLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
CODE OF CONDUCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
RELATIONSHIPS POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY VIRTUAL CAMPUS – MYCOLLEGIATE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
CYBERSAFETY POLICY AGREEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
SCHOOL SHOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
OUTDOOR EDUCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
SPORTS POLICIES AND PRACTICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
SCHOLARSHIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
COLLEGIATE POOL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
SUPPORT GROUPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
MAPS OF SCHOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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WELCOME FROM THE PRINCIPAL
On behalf of the Collegiate Community, it gives me great pleasure to warmly welcome you to St Michael’s Collegiate School. Collegiate is a vibrant learning community offering a contemporary education which values creativity and excellence, builds resilience, embraces diversity, and is shaped by Christian values. The School was founded in 1892 by the Sisters of the Church, an Anglican religious order, and in 1973 was passed to the Diocese of Tasmania. Today it is governed by the St Michael’s Collegiate School Board.
The life of the School is anchored in its Christian foundation and our spiritual life and worship is based in the Anglican tradition. The School’s motto Beati Mundo Corde (from Matthew 5:8-10) translates as ‘blessed are those with a pure heart’.
With a focus on student wellbeing through the building of quality student and staff relationships, we believe that student care at Collegiate is the responsibility of each and every staff member. Emphasis is placed on the provision of a caring environment where girls can flourish and this in turn provides the foundation for strong academic care for our students.
The School provides a diverse and rigorous academic program supported by extensive outdoor education and co-curricular opportunities to holistically develop our students. Our School structure of Early Years, Junior School, Middle School and Senior School is well supported by facilities which are designed and equipped specifically for learning experiences appropriate to the developmental stage of our students. While the School is committed to the provision of exceptional learning opportunities in the formal curriculum, students are also encouraged to embrace the life-wide learning opportunities on offer through participation in sport, public speaking, community service, music and the arts. This rich learning environment enhances the unique qualities of each student and equips her with the necessary skills and confidence to be set for life.
To all new girls commencing at St Michael’s Collegiate in 2016, we are pleased you will be joining our community and hope that you embrace the opportunities on offer throughout your time with us. You will become part of the rich heritage of this School which has been committed to the education of girls for 124 years. We look forward to you contributing to the life of our School and hope that you make lasting friendships shaped by happy memories.
Mrs Judith TudballPrincipal
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IMPORTANT DATES FOR 2016TERM 1Monday 25 January Staff return – Orientation WeekThursday 28 January Years 11 and 12 New Students Orientation 9:30am Years 11 and 12 Leadership Day 10:30am Year 12 Leadership Dinner 6:30pmFriday 29 January Orientation Day Kindergarten 9:30am to 10:30am and 1:30pm to 2:30pm Prep to Year 4 new students only 9:30am to 10:30am Years 5 and 7 and new students in Years 6 and 8 9:00am to 10:30am New Year 9 9:00am to 11:00am All Year 9 9:30am to 11:00am New Year 10 9:30am to 11:00amMonday 1 February Term 1 CommencesThursday 4 February Middle and Senior School PhotosFriday 5 February toThursday 11 February Year 9 CampMonday 8 February Regatta Day Public HolidayWednesday 10 February Junior School Photos Monday 15 February Year 9 resume normal classesMonday 14 March Eight Hours Day Public HolidayFriday 25 March Good FridayMonday 28 March Easter MondayTuesday 29 March Easter Tuesday Exeat DayWednesday 30 March Classes resumeFriday 8 April Term 1 Concludes
TERM 2
Monday 25 April ANZAC DayTuesday 26 April Students and Staff Commence Term 2Monday 13 June Queen’s Birthday Public HolidayFriday 1 July Term 2 Concludes
TERM 3Monday 18 July Staff CommenceTuesday 19 July Students Commence Term 3Friday 23 September Term 3 Concludes
TERM 4Monday 10 October Term 4 CommencesThursday 20 October toFriday 21 October Hobart Show Day Exeat HolidayTuesday 29 November Leavers’ DinnerWednesday 30 November Junior School Final Celebration AssemblyThursday 1 December Middle School Prize Giving AssemblyMonday 5 December Senior School Prize Giving AssemblyWednesday 7 December Term 4 ConcludesWednesday 7 December Speech Night
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ORIENTATION DAY 2016
JUNIOR SCHOOL ORIENTATION Orientation for all students new to the school in Prep to Year 4 will be held at Anglesea Village from 9:30am to 10:30am on Friday 29 January, current students do not need to attend. Orientation for all Kindergarten students is on Friday 29 January from 9:30am to 10:30am or 1:30pm to 2:30pm by arrangement with the Enrolments Office.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ORIENTATION DAYOrientation for all new students Years 5 to 8 and current Years 5 and 7 students will be held at Founders’ Hall from 9:00am to 10:30am on Friday 29 January. All girls may wear casual clothes on the day. On this day students can bring school books to put in their lockers and they will receive their timetables. All students in Year 5 and new students to Collegiate in Years 6 to 8 are welcome to attend a laptop familiarisation from 10:45am to 11:45am.
MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONAll Middle School parents are invited to an information session to familiarise themselves with the School on Friday 29 January at 9:15am in the cafeteria of Founders’ Hall. Parents are then invited to stay for morning tea where they can meet staff and collect their daughter at the conclusion of the morning.
SENIOR SCHOOL ORIENTATION DAYAll students new to Collegiate in the Senior School in Years 9 and 10 have Orientation on Friday 29 January. Years 11 and 12 Orientation is during Leadership Day on Thursday 28 January.
MONDAY 1 FEBRUARY START OF TERM ONE
FIRST DAY OF TERM FOR STUDENTS IN JUNIOR SCHOOLAnglesea Village (Kindergarten to Year 4): Kindergarten please be at Tangara House at 9:00am. Prep to Year 4 should arrive between 8:15am and 8:30am and go to their classrooms.
FIRST DAY OF TERM FOR STUDENTS IN MIDDLE AND SENIOR SCHOOLAll students are to arrive at School by 8:25am for an 8:30am start, Middle School students will meet in their Founders’ Hall classroom with their Pastoral Contact, Senior School students should meet in common rooms with Mentors. Full summer uniform including hats is required.
All students from Years 5 to 12 will walk to St David’s Cathedral for the Year 12 Induction Service at 11:00am. Normal classes will commence from 1:45pm for Years 5 to 12, that is Line 3 for Years 11/12 students.
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JUNIOR SCHOOLSCHOOL OFFICE HOURSThe Junior School Office is open on school days from 8:00am to 4:00pm but is not open during the holidays. In 2016, the Office will reopen on Friday 29 January. The Senior School Main Office opens from Monday 4 January from 8:00am to 4:30pm and during all other school holidays in 2016. It is open from 8:00am to 4:30pm during term.
Telephone: (03) 6211 4911 (Senior School) Reception
(03) 6211 4930 (Middle School) Reception
(03) 6211 4963 (Junior School) Reception
ANGLESEA SCHOOL HOURSKindergarten 8:30am to 3:00pmPrep to Year 2 8:30am to 3:10pmYears 3 to 4 8:30am to 3:20pm
Staff are on duty from 8:15am when children may be dropped off at Anglesea.
JUNIOR SCHOOL LESSON TIMES 8:30am Lesson 1 9:20am Lesson 210:10am Daily Fitness10:25am Recess10:50am Lesson 311:40am Lesson 412:30pm Lunch 1:20pm Lesson 5 2:10pm Lesson 6 3:00pm Dismissal from Kindergarten classes 3:10pm Dismissal from Prep to Year 2 classes and students travelling
on buses 3:20pm Dismissal from Years 3 and 4 classes
JUNIOR SCHOOL CONTACTSContact Phone EmailHead of Junior School and Co-Head of EDGE Faculty – Ms Eva Perry 62114971 [email protected]
Anglesea Campus Reception – Mrs Emily Lukianenko 62114963 [email protected]
Senior Campus Reception – Ms Deborah French 62114911 [email protected]
Chaplain – Revd Scott Sargent 62114943 [email protected]
EDGE Program Mrs Adrienne Eberhard 62114985 [email protected] Mrs Rebecca Wiggins 62114985 [email protected] Lewina Schrale 62114985 [email protected]
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ELC Centre Manager – Mrs Kylie Britten 62114953 [email protected]
Gibson Hall After School Care 62114950 [email protected]
Class TeachersKindergarten – Mrs Louise Thorpe 62114952 [email protected] TBC Prep – Mrs Kim Johnston 62114987 [email protected] – Mrs Melanie Turner 62114987 [email protected] 1 – Mrs Alycia Brown 62114951 [email protected] 1 – Ms Sally Redmond 62114951 [email protected] 2 – Ms Sandy Rogers 62114949 [email protected] 2 – Mrs Kristy Hay 62114949 [email protected] 3 – Mrs Louise Bodycoat 62114983 [email protected] 3 – Miss Julie Smith 62114983 [email protected] 4 – Mrs Debbie Campagna 62114982 [email protected] 4 – Miss Amanda Berry 62114982 [email protected]
SpecialistsMusic – Mrs Sonya Van de Geer 62114963 [email protected] – Mrs Kay Scanlon – Prep to Year 4 62114986 [email protected]
HPE Teachers – Miss Casey Jones 62114963 [email protected] Belinda Fish 62114963 [email protected]
Chinese – Mrs Nichole Marr 62114963 [email protected]
Faith and Life – Revd Scott Sargent – Year 4 62114963 [email protected] Susie Allan – Prep to Year 3 61114963 [email protected]
Librarian – Ms Kate Huxley 62114985 [email protected]
Heads of FacultyEnglish – Mr William Simon 62114409 [email protected]
Expressive Arts – Ms Louise Bloomfield 62114967 [email protected]
Health and Physical Education – Mrs Nicole Tuck 62114938 [email protected] – Dr Michael Berry 62114992 [email protected] – Mrs Jenny Jones 62114944 [email protected] – Mrs Janeen Merchant 62114911 [email protected] – Mr Andrew Jones 62114911 [email protected] Shop 6223 1897 [email protected] Payable – Mrs Lyndall Tilley 62114962 [email protected] Inquiries – Ms Liz Andrews 62114902 [email protected] Payments – Mrs Annette Jarvie 62114921 [email protected] Bus Information – Mrs Emily Lukianenko62114963 [email protected]
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JUNIOR SCHOOL REPORTING AND PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWSWe are committed to ensuring all parents get effective and timely feedback on their child’s progress in the School. The reports and discussion during parent teacher interviews enable parents to develop an understanding of their child’s learning and development. It also allows parents to become a partner in supporting the student’s next stage of learning.Students from Kindergarten to Year 4 receive 2 full reports each year. Full reports are completed in Terms 2 and 4 with a Settling In interview in Term 1 and Student Led Conference in Term 3.Parent Teacher Interviews are by appointment. Online booking information for interviews will be provided prior to the interview dates. Parents may request an interview with a teacher at any time during the year.Reports Settling In Full Report Student Led Full Report Interview ConferenceYears K to 4 15 February 24 June 5 September 2 December
JUNIOR SCHOOL HOMEWORK POLICYFrom the earliest days of their schooling at Collegiate, children may bring some work home to be completed. Initially, this may include home reading, or collecting magazine pictures for a class topic or theme. The purpose of this is to enable parents to be active partners in the education process and allow children to do some independent work. This homework is optional for Kindergarten to Year 2. In the Junior School, formal homework begins in Year 3. Students have a diary where they record all set homework with completion guidelines and due dates. Formal homework is at the discretion of the class teacher and is set up to three nights per week for 10 to 15 minutes in Year 3 and 20 minutes in Year 4. Parents can help their child by taking an interest in the classroom learning.
JUNIOR SCHOOL INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) POLICYFrom 2016, Junior School students participate in the Collegiate iPad program. Students in Years 3 and 4 are issued with a 1:1 iPad and shared iPads are available through the remainder of the campus. The iPad program, coupled with our learning management system, MyCollegiate is designed to give students a solid, academic based foundation in the use of technology. Our program has been designed with a ‘learning first’ approach to ensure that students have the necessary ICT skills as they progress to the next stages of their schooling.
JUNIOR SCHOOL PARENT INFORMATION EVENINGOn 9 February there will be a Parent Information Evening where parents are invited to meet staff and find out more about the teaching and learning program. This is held in the classrooms.
JUNIOR SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOLWe are committed to being a fully supportive school. This means providing services which support our families. The following programs are in place:
After School ActivitiesA number of after school activities are offered to students at Collegiate. These include Tennis, Ballet, Humanities Club, Code Club, Drama, Art and Craft. At the beginning of each term a flyer is distributed outlining these courses, together with the day, time and cost. This is in addition to a range of sporting opportunities and lunchtime activities including Choir and Maths Club.
Outside School Hours Care and Holiday CareThe Outside School Hours Care program is run from Gibson Hall at the Anglesea Village campus, entry via Macquarie Street. Children from Kindergarten to Year 4 are supervised by qualified staff in a secure and happy environment. Hours are 3:00pm to 6:00pm daily, Monday to Friday.
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Further details regarding Commonwealth fee relief can be obtained from the Outside School Hours Centre Staff 6211 4950 or Mrs Kylie Britten on 6211 4953.
Kindergarten and Preparatory Class children are escorted from their classrooms to Gibson Hall.
The Holiday Care program runs during Independent and State School holidays. The hours are 8:00am to 6:00pm daily. Bookings should be made through the Early Learning Centre by telephoning 6211 4953 or Gibson Hall on 6211 4950 or emailing [email protected].
The Holiday Care program does not run on public holidays.
Further information regarding the Outside School Hours Care and Holiday Care is contained in a booklet available from Gibson Hall.
VISITORS TO JUNIOR SCHOOLThere is a signing in station in each Junior School house, Alkira and Reception at Anglesea House. All visitors on arrival must sign in and take a visitors’ lanyard. At the end of the visit the lanyard should be returned to their respective stations and the visitor must sign out.
LATE STUDENT SIGN IN AND SIGN OUT PROCEDUREIf a student is late for school or returning from an appointment we ask that they sign in at the Junior School Office. If a student leaves Anglesea for any reason she should be signed out by whomever is collecting her.
PARKING AND DROP OFFAnglesea Village has ample parking with 20 parking spaces for parents and a drop off zone along the front of the Alkira building. Please respect these limits and keep the bus zone clear at all times. Parents can also park and drop off along Anglesea Street or Macquarie Street (multiple gates).
PARENT INVOLVEMENTThere are many ways you may become involved in your child’s school life. In the Term Calendar you will see events marked that parents are welcome to attend. All parents are invited to stay for Assembly and parent help is welcomed by teachers. You will receive information from your child’s class teacher about how to get involved. Joining the Collegiate Parents’ Association is another way you can become involved in our active parent community and your participation will help enrich our School. All volunteers are required to have a current Working with Children registration.
BUSES FOR JUNIOR SCHOOLFour school buses operate each school day to provide door to door service for children in the Junior School, for before and after school travel. Priority is given to younger children and everyday users. Children may be transported from Anglesea to the Senior School at the end of the day in order to meet siblings. Children may also be transported from the Senior School to Anglesea Village at the start of the day, there is no charge for this.
Inquiries for bus services should be directed to Mrs Emily Lukianenko on 6211 4963.
ANGLESEA LIBRARY The Library at Anglesea provides a bright and stimulating environment for our young students, from Early Learning (3 years old) to Year 4. All students look forward to visiting the Library each week to browse and borrow from the excellent range of books available for this age group.
JUNIOR SCHOOL SPORTS The School Policy for Junior School team sports is to include all girls who wish to take part in every activity. The girls must, however, make a firm commitment to attend the training sessions provided and play each game.
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Swimming: An intensive two-week Learn to Swim program is conducted each year in the School Pool for Kinder to Year 4.
The Junior School Swimming Carnival for Years 3 and 4 will be held on Thursday 17 March from 9:00am to 12:00pm in the School Pool located on the Senior Campus. All girls are required to wear a swimming cap whilst swimming at the Collegiate Pool. The team for the Junior SSATIS Swimming Carnival to be held on Thursday 24 March at the Hobart Aquatic Centre, will be selected from the Junior School Swimming Carnival. Team members will be notified of morning training sessions at the Collegiate Pool prior to the Inter-School Carnival. School bathers and swimming cap are required for all team members.
Athletics: The Junior School Athletics Carnival for Years 2 to 4 will be held in Term 4 at Ham Common. Students in Years 3 and 4 will be selected on the Junior Athletics team to compete at the Junior SSATIS Athletics Carnival, held in November, at the Domain Athletics Centre. Team members will be notified of training sessions prior to the Inter-School Carnival.
The ELC to Year 1 Athletics will be held at Anglesea in Term 4.
Cross Country: The Junior School Cross Country Carnival for students in Prep to Year 4 will be held at Ham Common on Tuesday 24 May. Students in Years 3 and 4 will be selected for the Junior Cross Country team to compete at the Junior SSATIS Cross Country on Thursday 16 June at Rokeby Police Academy. A team will also be selected for the Tasmanian Primary All Schools Cross Country to be held at Symmons Plains.
Junior SSATIS Roster SportsGirls in the Junior School take part in an after school Junior SSATIS roster sports each term held at various schools around Hobart. Students will receive information and rosters prior to the sport commencing. Clinics will be held for these sports and Milo in2 Cricket.
Soccer Term One – Years 1 to 4Netball Term Two – Years 3 and 4Basketball Term Three – Years 3 and 4Tee-Ball Term Four – Years 3 and 4
Hockey/Hookin2Hockey: Girls from Years 1 to 4 participate in Saturday morning matches from April until July/August.
Tennis Coaching: Group and Individual Tennis lessons are available and offered by Mr Ray Harrison for students from Prep to Year 12. Lessons can be arranged before and after school, during school hours, lunch times and on weekends. A round robin competition is held after school during Term 1.
SUN HAT POLICYFor children in the Junior School it is compulsory to wear a hat whilst in the playground at morning tea and lunch for Terms 1 and 4. The preferred option is the school sun hat available from the school shop. The summer regulation school hat may also be worn.
The wearing of hats may not be practical for all Physical Education and daily PE classes so children will be advised by the PE teachers when they will be required to wear one. It is compulsory for all girls from Kinder to wear a bucket hat during sports activities.
WATER POLICYChildren are encouraged to bring a full water bottle to school each day.
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MIDDLE SCHOOLMIDDLE SCHOOL OFFICE HOURSThe Middle School Office reopens on Friday 29 January and is open from 8:00am to 4:00pm from Monday to Friday during term time. Staff are on duty from 8:15am and the School does not assume responsibility for students before then.
MIDDLE SCHOOL TIMESYears 5 to 6 8:25am to 3:25pm
Years 7 to 8 8:25am to 3:30pm
Children may be dropped off from 8:15am at Founders’ Hall and collected by 3:45pm.
LESSON TIMES 8:25am Warning Bell 8:30am Pastoral Contact 8:45am Lesson 1 9:35am Lesson 210:25am Recess10:50am Lesson 311:40am Lesson 412:30pm Lunch 1:45pm Warning Bell 1:50pm Lesson 5 2:40pm Lesson 6 3:25pm Dismissal from Years 5 and 6 classes 3:30pm Dismissal from Years 7 and 8 classes
MIDDLE SCHOOL CONTACTSContact Phone EmailHead of Middle School and Co-Head of EDGE Faculty – Mrs Deb Williamson 62114931 [email protected]
Middle School Reception – Mrs Debbie Betts 62114930 [email protected]
Senior Campus Reception – Ms Deborah French 62114911 [email protected]
Class Teacher / Pastoral ContactsYear 5 – Miss Emily McGregor 62114922 [email protected]
Year 5 – Mr Rodney Wiggins 62114922 [email protected]
Year 6 – Mrs Angela Hade Harris (LSL T1) 62114997 [email protected]
Year 6 – Mrs Fiona Adams-Hoyle (T1) 62114997 [email protected]
Year 6 – Mrs Janene Crowle (LSL T1) 62114997 [email protected]
Year 6 – Miss Hannah Ibbott (T1) 62114997 [email protected]
Year 6 – Mrs Marie Edwards 62114997 [email protected]
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Year 7 – Mrs Kay Scanlon 62114998 [email protected]
Year 7 – Mrs Carolyn Gordon 62114998 [email protected]
Year 7 – Miss Nicole Geeves 62114998 [email protected]
Year 8 – Mrs Katie Walker 62114999 [email protected]
Year 8 – Mr Edmund Mackey 62114999 [email protected]
Year 8 – Ms Trisha Rook 62114999 [email protected]
EDGE Program – Mrs Sandra Pennington 62114956 [email protected] Mrs Adrienne Eberhard 62114956 [email protected] Mrs Lewina Schrale 62114956 [email protected]
ESL – Mrs Leah Rosebrock 62114914 [email protected]
Music – Ms Wendy Christie 62114998 [email protected]
Dance/Drama – Mrs Liz Harper 62114968 [email protected] Jane Polley 62114948 [email protected]
Art – Mrs Kay Scanlon 62114939 [email protected] Textiles – Ms Julie Brock 62114968 [email protected]
LanguagesFrench – Ms Toni Byers 62114923 [email protected] Mr Edmund Mackey 62114930 [email protected]
Chinese –Mrs Dana Hutchinson 62114914 [email protected] Mrs Nichole Marr 62114930 [email protected]
Latin – Dr Michael Berry 62114992 [email protected]
Sports Administrator – Mrs Emma Johnson 62114918 [email protected]
Director of Outdoor Education – Mr David Witcomb 62114927 [email protected]
Director of Library Services – Ms Jodie Heath 62114408 [email protected]
Heads of Faculty
English – Mr William Simon 62114409 [email protected]
Expressive Arts – Ms Louise Bloomfield 62114967 [email protected]
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Health and Physical Education – Mrs Nicole Tuck 62114938 [email protected]
Languages – Dr Michael Berry 62114992 [email protected]
Mathematics – Mrs Janeen Merchant 62114911 [email protected]
Humanities – Mrs Jenny Jones 62114944 [email protected]
Science – Mr Andrew Jones 62114911 [email protected]
School Shop 6223 1897 [email protected]
Accounts Payable – Mrs Lyndall Tilley 62114962 [email protected]
Fee Inquiries – Ms Liz Andrews 62114902 [email protected]
Fee Payments – Mrs Annette Jarvie 62114921 [email protected]
Bus Information – Mrs Emily Lukianenko62114963 [email protected]
MIDDLE SCHOOL REPORTING AND PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWSIn Middle School we encourage students to develop attitudes and skills to improve performance and become independent learners. We are committed to ensuring all parents get effective and timely feedback on their child’s progress and become partners in supporting student learning.
Settling in interviews are conducted for Years 5 to 8 on 10 and 11 February.
Students from Years 5 to 8 receive three reports each year. Full reports are completed in Terms 2 and 4 and Term 2 is followed by a parent teacher interview. In Term 1 there is a progress report and in Term 3 a Student Led Conference where parents attend. Dates for Parent Teacher interviews are published in the term calendar and online booking information for interviews will be provided prior to the interview dates. Parents are encouraged to contact their daughter’s Pastoral Contact if they feel a problem is arising. Please do not hesitate to contact teachers.
Progress Full Report Student Led Conferences Full ReportYears 5 to 8 24 March 24 June 13 Sept to 15 Sept 2 Dec
MIDDLE SCHOOL HOMEWORKThe development of an effective personal homework timetable and successful personal habits of study are necessary for each student. For this reason a formal homework program is scheduled for all Middle School girls.
Whilst the intensity of homework will vary, the following is a general guide to how much homework girls should expect each week:
Year 5 maximum of 45 minutes; 4 nights per weekYear 6 maximum of 1 hour; 4 nights per weekYear 7 maximum of 1.5 hours; 4 nights per weekYear 8 maximum of 1.5 hours; 5 nights per week
MIDDLE SCHOOL PASTORAL CAREFrom a general developmental perspective having time to play, explore and be physically active is important. As our girls grow, and the demands of life change, learning to resolve conflict between these often competing needs is paramount. It is often during the middle years that girls first encounter
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such a conflict and it is important that we communicate and work together to help them find the right solution. Your daughter’s Pastoral Contact or her individual subject teacher should always be the first point of contact if any issues arise and as she moves through the School she should be encouraged to take greater responsibility for communicating and establishing this balance herself.
MIDDLE SCHOOL INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) POLICYIn the Middle School, technology is incorporated through the curriculum. At the heart of this is the Middle School notebook program which has been designed to support and complement the curriculum. The Notebook is a tool that students will use on a daily basis. The Middle School students participate in a “prescribed device” program, where the School will choose a device and negotiate pricing on behalf of our families. The prescribed device gives students the flexibility and responsibility of owning their own device, while also providing a uniform framework on which great learning can take place. Information about the device and program is provided during the Middle School Curriculum Information Evening.
MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM INFORMATION EVENINGIn Term 3 there will be a Curriculum Evening where parents are invited to meet key staff and find out more about the Middle School teaching and learning program for the following year.
YEAR 8 INTO YEAR 9 INFORMATION EVENINGIn Term 3 there will be an information evening where parents are invited to meet key staff and find out more about the Year 9 ASPIRE program and your daughter’s transition to Senior School.
MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS YEAR 5 TO 8Students in the Middle School have the opportunity to participate, compete and represent the School in a wide range of sports across all four terms. Sport is not compulsory at Collegiate but once a girl registers for a sport she is required to fulfil the commitment to that sport, the coach, the team and all trainings and games. The following is a brief outline of sports offered throughout the year:
Athletics Years 5 to 8 House Carnival – Wednesday 3 August Interschool Events – September to November
Badminton Years 7 to 8 Friday – Term 2/3 May to August
Basketball Years 5 to 6 Term 3 Years 7 to 8 Wednesday – Term 3/4 August to October Firsts Thursday – Term 3 August to September
Canoe Polo Years 7 to 8 Monday – Term 3
Cross Country Years 5 to 8 House Carnival – Thursday 19 May 2 Interschool events – June to July
Cricket Years 7 to 8 Thursday – Terms 1 and 4
Equestrian Years 7 to 8 Interschool events – February to April
Hockey Years 5 to 6 Saturday Mornings – Term 2/3 May to August Years 7 to 8 Monday – Term 2/3 May to August Firsts Tuesday – Term 2/3 May to August
Netball Years 5 to 6 Term 2 Years 7 to 8 Monday – Term 2/3 May to August Firsts Monday – Term 2/3 May to August
Orienteering Years 5 to 8 Wednesday – Terms 1 and 4
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Rowing Years 6 to 8 Learn to Row – September to October Years 6 to 8 Weekends and mornings – October to April
Sailing Years 7 to 8 Tuesday or Wednesday – Terms 1 and 4
Soccer Years 5 to 6 Term 1 Years 7 to 8 Tuesday – Term 1/2 February to April Firsts Wednesday – Term 1 February to March
Softball Years 5 to 6 Term 4 Years 7 to 8 Tuesday – Term 4 October to November Firsts Monday – Term 1 February to March
Squash Years 7 to 8 Friday – Term 2/3 May to August
Swimming Years 5 to 8 House Carnival – Tuesday 16 February Interschool events – March
Surfing Years 7 to 8 One Day Interschool Event – Term 1
Surf Life Saving Years 7 to 8 One Day Interschool Event – Term 1
Tennis Years 5 to 6 Term 1 Years 7 to 8 Tuesday – Term 4 October to November Firsts Thursday – Term 1 February to March
Touch Football Years 5 to 6 Term 4 Years 7 to 8 Monday – Term 4
Triathlon Years 5 to 8 One Day Interschool Event – Term 4 November
Volleyball Years 7 to 8 Monday – Term 2
Water Polo Years 5 to 8 Friday evening – May to August
Training will depend on coaches and venue availability.
MIDDLE SCHOOL AFTER SCHOOLStudents at Collegiate take part in a range of after school activities at various times during the year. These activities include Sport, Orchestra, Band, Ensembles, EDGE programs, Debating and Art. Middle School students are able to go to the Sargison Library after school. At the conclusion of these supervised activities staff will wait for parents to pick up their daughters. If parents do not pick up students by what is deemed a reasonable length of time they will be taken to the Collegiate Boarding House where they can be collected. Drama and Ballet activities are provided on school grounds by external providers.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ROAD SAFETY GUIDELINESAt all times students must use the Macquarie Street Crossing. Middle School Students may cross Molle Street at lunchtime to attend the Senior Library or an organised training session, not to access the Senior School Cafeteria. Any student leaving the Middle School (other than for normal classes) must sign out and on return sign in. Any student attending the Library must return with others. Years 5 and 6 students may not cross Molle Street without a teacher present.
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SENIOR SCHOOLSENIOR SCHOOL HOURSThe Senior School day runs from 8:25am to 3:30pm. Students are expected to be in their Mentor group room by 8:30am. Staff are on duty from 8:15am and the School does not assume responsibility for students before then.
LESSON TIMES 8:25am Warning Bell 8:30am Mentor 8:45am Lesson 1 9:35am Lesson 210:25am Recess10:45am Warning Bell10:50am Lesson 311:40am Lesson 412:30pm Lunch 1:45pm Warning Bell 1:50pm Lesson 5 2:40pm Lesson 6 3:30pm End of School Day
SENIOR SCHOOL CONTACTSContact Phone EmailPrincipal – Mrs Judith Tudball 62114908 [email protected]
Deputy Principal – Mrs Cawley Farrell 62114906 [email protected]
Head of Senior School – Dr Emma Burgess 62114405 [email protected]
Senior Campus Reception – Ms Deborah French 62114911 [email protected]
Director of Collegiate Institute for Professional Learning, Research and Innovation – Dr Julie Rimes 62114934 [email protected]
Careers Coordinator – Mrs Vivien Ride 62114996 [email protected]
Heads of FacultyEnglish – Mr William Simon 62114409 [email protected]
Expressive Arts – Ms Louise Bloomfield 62114967 [email protected]
Health and Physical Education – Mrs Nicole Tuck 62114938 [email protected]
Languages – Dr Michael Berry 62114992 [email protected]
Mathematics – Mrs Janeen Merchant 62114911 [email protected]
Humanities – Mrs Jenny Jones 62114944 [email protected]
Science – Mr Andrew Jones 62114911 [email protected]
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House Deans and MentorsDundas Dean – Mrs Melissa Cuthbertson 62114968 [email protected]
Dundas Mentor – Miss Casey Jones 62114917 [email protected]
Kilburn Dean – Mr Neil Lay 62114904 [email protected]
Kilburn Mentor – Ms Louise Bloomfield 62114939 [email protected]
McPhee Dean – Ms Toni Byers 62114923 [email protected]
McPhee Mentor – Mr Simon Bennett 62114914 [email protected]
Mitchell Dean – Ms Jane Polley 62114948 [email protected]
Mitchell Mentor – Ms Emily Dyson 62114917 [email protected]
Montgomery Dean – Mr Glenn Carmichael 62114968 [email protected]
Montgomery Mentor – Mrs Claire Bent 62114917 [email protected]
Reibey Dean – Mr Michael Steedman-Cross 62114904 [email protected]
Reibey Mentor – Mrs Jenny Jones 62114944 [email protected]
Rivers Dean – Mrs Liz Harper 62114968 [email protected]
Rivers Mentor – Mrs Louise Rogers 62114914 [email protected]
Stevens Dean – Ms Julie Brock 62114968 [email protected]
Stevens Mentor – Mrs Sally Thomas 62114914 [email protected]
Director of Library Services – Ms Jodie Heath 62114408 [email protected]
Learning Support – Mrs Sandra Pennington 62114956 [email protected]
Timetable – Mr Neil Lay 62114904 [email protected]
Sports Administrator – Mrs Emma Johnson 62114918 [email protected]
Director of Music and Performance – Mr Aaron Powell [email protected]
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Director of Outdoor Education – Mr David Witcomb 62114927 [email protected]
Director of Boarding – Miss Mika Browning 62114928 [email protected]
Health Centre – Mrs Amanda Vasicek 62114920 [email protected]
Boarding House Duty Office – 62114916
School Shop 6223 1897 [email protected]
Accounts Payable – Mrs Lyndall Tilley 62114962 [email protected]
Fee Inquiries – Ms Liz Andrews 62114902 [email protected]
Fee Payments – Mrs Annette Jarvie 62114921 [email protected]
SENIOR SCHOOL REPORTING AND PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWSBy the time students reach Senior School we expect them to be active, independent learners. Parents are welcome to contact the School at any time to discuss their daughter’s work progress. Your daughter’s Mentor will meet with her weekly to discuss her academic progress, and set and monitor her learning goals for the year. Please contact your daughter’s Mentor if you feel a problem may be arising.
Students in Years 9 and 10 receive three reports each year. Full reports are completed in Terms 2 and 4 with a progress report in Term 1. Terms 1 and 2 reports are followed by a Parent Teacher interview which is by appointment. In Years 11 and 12 students have an academic review early in Term 1. They also have a full report at the end of Terms 2 and 3. A statement of internal results is sent in Week 5 Term 4. Terms 1 and 2 reports are followed by a Parent Teacher interview. Dates for Parent Teacher interviews are published in Ancanthe, the School calendar and procedures for online booking are included with the student’s report.
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4Year 9 Progress Full Report Full Report 24 March 24 June 2 December
Year 10 Progress Full Report Full Report 24 March 27 May 2 December
Year 11/12 Review Full Report Full Report Criterion Statement 11 March 27 May 1 September 11 November
SENIOR SCHOOL HOMEWORKThe School supports the view that homework is integral to all students’ education. Through homework activities students are able to develop the kind of study habits that are essential for intellectual growth and academic achievement. Students at this level are expected to organise their own time and plan their study timetables.
Year 9 maximum of 2 hours; 5 nights per weekYear 10 maximum of 2.5 hours; 5 nights per weekYears 11 and 12 as required
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The School diary includes the Collegiate Referencing Style Guide and Homework Guidelines. All students should follow these guidelines. Mentors oversee the students’ study program and goal setting.
SENIOR SCHOOL INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) POLICYThe Senior School takes part in our Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program. Students may bring to school any device they choose so long as it can run the required programs for the subjects the student has chosen. It is a requirement that students bring a charged and working device to school each day. The School have negotiated pricing on a few models of device, and these can be purchased through the custom portal provided by our supplier.
SENIOR SCHOOL SPORT
Students in the Senior School have the opportunity to participate, compete and represent the School in a wide range of sports across all four terms. Sport is not compulsory at Collegiate but once a girl registers for a sport she is required to fulfil the commitment to that sport, the coach, the team and all trainings and games. The following is a brief outline of sports offered throughout the year:
Athletics Years 9 to 12 House Carnival – Wednesday 3 August Interschool Events – September to November
Badminton Years 9 to 10 Friday – Term 2/3 May to August Years 11 to 12 Wednesday – Term 2/3 May to August
Basketball Years 9 to 10 Wednesday – Term 3/4 August to October Firsts/Seconds Thursday – Term 3/4 August to October
Canoe Polo Years 9 to 12 Monday – Term 3
Cross Country Years 9 to 12 House Carnival – Thursday 19 May 2 Interschool events – June to July
Cricket Years 9 to 12 Thursday – Term 1 and 4
Equestrian Years 9 to 12 Interschool events – February to April
Hockey Years 9 to 10 Wednesday – Term 2/3 May to August Firsts/Seconds Tuesday – Term 2/3 May to August
Netball Years 9 to 10 Tuesday – Term 2/3 May to July Firsts/Seconds Monday – Term 2/3 May to August 3rd Grade Wednesday – Term 3 August to September
Orienteering Years 9 to 12 Wednesday – Terms 1 and 4
Rowing Years 9 to 12 Weekends and mornings – October to April
Sailing Years 9 to 12 Tuesday or Wednesday – Terms 1 and 4
Soccer Years 9 to 10 Thursday – Term 1/2 February to April Firsts/Seconds Wednesday – Term 1 February to March
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Softball Years 9 to 10 Tuesday – Term 4 October to November Firsts Monday – Term 1 February to March
Squash Years 9 to 12 Friday – Term 2/3 May to August
Swimming Years 9 to 12 House Carnival – Tuesday 16 February Interschool events – March
Surfing Years 9 to 12 One Day Interschool Event – Term 1
Surf Life Saving Years 9 to 12 One Day Interschool Event – Term 1
Tennis Years 9 to 10 Thursday – Term 4 October to November Firsts Thursday – Term 1 February to March
Volleyball Years 9 to 12 Monday – Term 2
Water Polo Years 9 to 12 Friday evening – Term 2/3 May to August
This schedule does not include training times which will vary according to the coach and venue availability.
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LIBRARY SERVICESOpening Hours:
Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pmFriday 8:00am – 4:30pm
Library StaffThe Library is staffed by professional teacher librarians and library technicians who provide supervision and assistance during opening hours.Ms Jodie Heath – Director of Library ServicesMrs Shari Jacobson – Library TechnicianMiss Bonnie Jones – Library Technician
About the LibraryThe Middle/Senior School Library, known as the Jane Sargison Library, is located in the Emily building on the Senior School campus. It is the hub of the School and plays a vital role in the learning needs of the school community. Individuals, small groups and whole classes make use of the comfortable and flexible learning spaces for research, study and recreational reading purposes. The Library is also used frequently used after-school for group and individual private study, as a homework centre and as a place to discuss literature.
Catering for girls in Year 5 up to Year 12, the Library provides access to a wide range of information resources through its large traditional print collection as well as online resources. The teacher librarians work in collaboration with teachers to engage students with a range of literature as well as developing key information literacy skills.
• Borrowing is generally for a two-week period, and there is no particular limit to the number of books which can be borrowed at one time.
• A number of computers are available in the library for research purposes.
• A dedicated number of touch-screen library catalogue computers are situated in key locations throughout the Library.
• Student photo ID cards are required for borrowing and to use the colour printer and photocopier.
After school use of the LibraryThe Sargison Library caters for students in Years 5 to 12. The Library is open for after school use between 3:30pm and 5:00pm Monday to Thursday, 3:30pm and 4:30pm on Friday.
• Only students in Years 5 to 12 are permitted to use the Sargison Library after school.
• Every student using the Library after school must sign in and out using the attendance book at the Library desk.
• No food is to be consumed within the Library.
• The top floor is for use by Years 11 and 12 students only.
• The Library is to be used for the purposes of homework, study and quiet activities.
• Any student younger than Year 5 must be accompanied by a parent.
• If a student younger than Year 5 comes to the Library unaccompanied, the Library supervisor will contact the parent of the child or Head of their Campus.
Online ResourcesThe Library web page contains a link to the online catalogue which provides access to resources in both Collegiate Libraries. Links are also provided to other student-accessible libraries such as the State Library of Tasmania and University of Tasmania.
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HOUSE SYSTEMThere are eight Houses at Collegiate and each has its own identity, motto and colours. Several Houses are named in memory of people who have contributed to the School’s history. Students enter the House system in Year 5 and they are in the same House for the remainder of their school years. Houses meet every Friday from 1:15pm to 1:45pm for House Activities and events. Being in a House gives opportunities for leadership and mixing with students from other year groups socially and in competitions. Houses compete in activities such as Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, and House Performance.
Each House takes a special interest in a charitable organisation throughout the school year. The students provide assistance to the charity through fundraising, providing service and raising awareness in the School community. Some 20 organisations on average are supported by the student body during a 12 month period.
DundasFrom virtue to virtue
Red, blue and yellow
McPheeUnity and CourageMaroon and white
The Library subscribes to a number of online searchable databases providing full-text access to several thousand newspapers, magazines, journals and reference materials.
The Library staff work with teachers and students to ensure they adhere to the Collegiate Style Guide by observing the highest standards of honesty and integrity in the work they submit. Turnitin is used as a tool to emphasise the importance of respecting and acknowledging the intellectual contributions of others by referencing all information sources.
For more information about library services please contactDirector of Library Services:Ms Jodie HeathPhone: 6211 4408Email: [email protected]
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StevensBorn to Fly Upwards
Navy, green and yellow
ReibeyIn Peace We Grow
Dark green, purple and white
RiversReach for the Stars
Blue, yellow and white
KilburnHonour before honoursYellow, silver and white
MitchellService, Justice, Wisdom
Purple, silver
MontgomeryNever give in
Emerald, green and white
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COMMUNICATIONAt Collegiate, education is seen as a partnership between home and school. As all successful partnerships are based on effective communication, it is essential that home and school keep in close contact. Communication is the key and allows us to deal with matters of concern in a fast and efficient manner. It also enables us to have an understanding of any issues or areas of concern that may impact on your daughter’s well being.
To achieve effective and meaningful levels of student care at Collegiate each student has a staff member who is the main contact point between home and the School. In the Junior School this person is the class teacher, in the Middle School he or she is the Pastoral Contact and in the Senior School he or she is the Mentor. These staff members build the rapport necessary for providing support for the students for whom they are responsible. Relationships based on trust are at the centre of these interactions.
In the Junior School a student is a member of the same class group for most of each day. The class teacher can keep an eye on her as they take part in a multiplicity of activities. Parents follow their daughter’s progress by communicating directly with her class teacher.
In the Middle School and Senior School, where the School day is more complex, an extra measure of student care is provided through the House System. Each student is a member of a House and has a House Dean. A sense of community and connectedness is nurtured through the House system. All students participate in House activities which range from sport to debating throughout the academic year. Each House has developed its own special character and atmosphere, conventions and customs.
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The House Deans, Head of Junior School, Head of Middle School and the Head of Senior School also combine with the Pastoral Contact, Mentor and Class Teacher in a collaborative role to build an understanding of each girl as a person, as a member of her family and as a member of the School. This pastoral role involves being sensitive to a wide range of signals that are indicative of each student’s academic, social and personal development. With home and school working together there is a much greater chance of a girl developing her potential as an individual and as a member of the Collegiate community.
HOW PARENTS CAN SUPPORT THEIR CHILD AT SCHOOL • Be clear about what the School offers and expects, and encourage your daughter to participate
in the wide range of opportunities to the best of their abilities.
• Meet the Pastoral Contact, Mentor, Class Teacher, and House Dean on Orientation Day.
• Don’t hesitate to ask questions when you have a concern.
• Share information about changes in the home that may affect your daughter’s behaviour or performance at school. It is important to notify staff about things such as, a family bereavement, a medical problem or special family difficulties. Such matters are treated in absolute confidence.
• Support your daughter in School activities.
• Maintain regular contact.
If you need help about any issue please ask and we will endeavour to provide information or support.
We take great care in putting together a comprehensive education program which may at times take your daughter out of her comfort zone. Please support us to ensure students fully participate as this helps to build resilience.
COUNSELLINGFor all students with special needs a Child and Adolescent Psychologist is available by request to the Head of School. Student Care is offered by all staff, including the Head of Junior School, the Head of Middle School, 9 ASPIRE Coordinator, Head of Senior School, the Chaplain, the Deputy Principal and the Principal.
Careers information and career counselling is available from Mrs Vivien Ride.
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“WORRIED ABOUT SCHOOL WORK/PROJECTS?” “FIGHTING WITH A FRIEND?”
“JUST WANT TO TALK?”
THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN DO:
WHO
WHAT
WHERE
HOW
STAFF• HOUSE MENTOR/ PASTORAL • CONTACT/ CLASS TEACHER• MRS WILLIAMSON• DR BURGESS• MR WITCOMB• MRS FARRELL• MS PERRY (ANG VILLAGE)• STAFF MEMBER YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH
CHAPLAIN• CHAPLAIN SCOTT SARGENT
COUNSELLORS• SARAH MUSKETT• CARA OOSTERLOO
ANY PROBLEM OR
THEY CAN REFER YOU TO THE RIGHT PERSON
TO TALK TO.
ANYTHING YOU ARECONCERNED ABOUT.
NOT JUST SPIRITUAL.
ANY PROBLEMS, ISSUESOR CONCERNS.
ANYWHERE AROUND SCHOOL.
STAFF MEMBERS ARE VERY APPROACHABLE.
CHAPLAIN SCOTT’S OFFICE IS OPPOSITE THE CHAPEL.
STEPHENVILLECOUNSELLOR’S OFFICEIS IN STEPHENVILLE.
JUST DROP INAND SEE THEM
• LEAVE THEM A NOTE. • DROP BY THEIR OFFICE • OR SEND AN EMAIL. e.g. scott.sargent @collegiate.tas.edu.au
YOU CAN GET A REFERRAL FROM YOUR
TEACHER OR THE COUNSELLING OFFICE
IS OPEN FROM10:15AM TO 1:15PM
TUES, WED, FRI
JUST REMEMBERSPEAKING TO ANY OF THESE PEOPLE CAN BE AS CONFIDENTIAL AS YOU WANT IT TO BE. YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH WHOEVER YOU ARE TALKING TO.
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POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPSAt Collegiate our values are embedded in our curriculum and have a focus on building positive relationships. In our Whole School approach we ensure students are taught the social skills to understand and build positive relationships. These skills are taught most explicitly in the Health and Faith and Life curricula. We also have a comprehensive approach to bullying in the School and use the Restorative Approach for behaviour management.
RELATIONSHIPS AT COLLEGIATEThe teaching and learning relationships developed at Collegiate do not happen by accident. We value the individual differences that everyone brings to the School and work hard to ensure that each girl’s ‘academic care’ is of the utmost importance. We believe that everyone has the right to work and learn in a positive school environment where the rules and expectations are understood and embraced by all.
There are times, however, when teaching and learning relationships are affected and Collegiate has adopted restorative processes as one way of working with students who behave inappropriately. Many schools are using restorative ways to create an atmosphere in which students learn and behave better. Poor behaviour is often dealt with in schools by punishing; thinking that if a child is punished, she won’t do it again. We believe this is incorrect. The restorative way fixes the problem and helps students take responsibility for their actions.
HOW DOES IT WORK?Those who do wrong are able to: • Take responsibility for their actions • Think about their reasons for doing wrong • Understand how others are affected by their wrongdoings • Fix things up and start again
Those who are hurt are able to: • Have a say about what happened • Address the causes of their hurt • Have their hurt fixed in a dignified way
The process: • What happened? • What were you thinking at the time? • Who has been affected by what you have done? • What do you think you need to do to make things right? • What will you agree to do next time?
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES?1. THE SCHOOL is seen to be fair because of the way it deals with problems2. VICTIMS express how they feel and have their needs met in a safe way3. OFFENDERS see the effects of their actions and have a chance to fix things up4. RELATIONSHIPS ARE MORE RESPECTFUL AS A RESULT
WHEN IS THE RESTORATIVE WAY USED AT COLLEGIATE?• When a student breaks a rule, a teacher will talk to the student in a restorative way • When students have differences, get into a conflict or do things such as bullying, a small
group or class conference may be held to help to sort things out• When serious issues occur, a conference involving parents and others from the wider school
community may be called
We invite your questions and support about our restorative practices and remain dedicated to improving the teaching and learning for your children.
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SCHOOL CODE OF CONDUCTWe believe that everyone has the right to work and learn in a positive classroom environment where the rules and expectations are understood by all. For students this means they will:
• Follow instructions willingly and promptly
• Be on time and prepared for work
• Speak politely
• Listen when someone is speaking
• Let others work undisturbed
These words are displayed on a poster in all our learning spaces for staff and students as a reminder of the value we put on relationships and learning.
RELATIONSHIP POLICYWHY HAVE A RELATIONSHIP POLICY?
All members of the Collegiate community are committed to fostering a learning environment which is safe and caring and which promotes emotional well-being and learning. It is the responsibility of ALL members of our community to ensure this occurs.
The school uses the restorative approach in all incidents where relationships have been compromised and as a consequence the vast majority of incidents are restored quickly and with no further repercussions.
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WHAT WILL THE SCHOOL DO TO PROMOTE POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS?
• Provide a safe environment for all members of the School community.
• Staff will act as positive role models in words and actions.
• Provide a supportive environment which encourages positive and respectful relationships between staff, students and parents.
• Maintain a pastoral care system which enables students to develop a sense of belonging where they can trust and feel connected.
• Provide curriculum material and discussion that focuses on developing social skills, values and behaviours.
• Assist students to develop skills for resolving conflict and dealing with harassment through providing relevant information and appropriate strategies.
• Promote responsible bystander behaviour in order to reduce any aspects of a culture of dobbing.
• Provide supervision of grounds at relevant times.
• Communicate guidelines of rights and responsibilities in and out of the classroom to enable students to take an ownership of their behaviour and accept the consequences.
• Implement behaviour management in a consistent and fair manner.
FOSTERING GOOD RELATIONSHIPS IS A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY
Students are expected to:
• Treat everyone with courtesy and respect.
• Not be involved in behaviour which may hurt or harm another person in any way.
Each student has a responsibility to all members of the community, to support, encourage and maintain respectful relationships between themselves and others.
Each student has a responsibility to accept responsibility for their own actions and responses and to restore any damage such actions may incur.
Parents are encouraged to:
• Act as role models in word and action.
• It may be necessary at times for you to inform the School about an incident. This should be done as soon as you hear about it.
• Talk to your child about helpful ways of managing relationships.
• Always be willing to listen and support your child when they want to talk about relationships.
RESPONDING TO INCIDENTS OF BULLYING
Collegiate recognises and research studies confirm that some bullying takes place in all schools and is often the cause in breakdown of relationships. As educators we are firmly committed to responding to the issue of bullying in as many effective ways as possible. To assist in the successful management of bullying, if and when it occurs, a policy has been devised to guide prevention and intervention strategies, and provide supportive advice for staff, students and parents. This is a whole school approach which is both age appropriate and consistent in its implementation from Junior School through to Middle and Senior School.
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WHAT IS BULLYING?
Being bullied or harassed is when someone is subjected to behaviour that is hurtful, threatening or frightening by either an individual or group. Such behaviour is often repeated over a period of time and is an abuse of power and can be deliberate or unintentional.
Bullying can take many forms:
• Physical bullying – including fighting, kicking, pushing, shoving, pinching, invasion of private space and any unwanted touching that is used to harm or intimidate. It can also be interfering with someone’s property.
• Verbal bullying – including name calling, suggestive remarks, abusive or offensive language, putting people down both to their face and behind their backs, intimidating noises, and teasing people because of their race, gender, religion, appearance, family or friends.
• Visual bullying – including offensive notes or material either handwritten or computer generated, graffiti, giving people ‘looks’ and using non-verbal signs to intimidate them.
• Exclusion bullying – ranges from deliberately leaving people ‘out’ of activities or treating them as if they don’t exist, spreading rumours, manipulating relationships and ruining friendships and deliberately making social invitations in front of them to others that excludes them.
• Extortion bullying – including stand-over tactics, picking on others, threats to ‘get’ people.
• Telephone bullying – including repeated phone calls to a student’s home with the intention to harass, cause discomfort or spread rumour.
• Cyber bullying – is the use of Information Communication Technology (ICT), particularly mobile phones and the internet, deliberately to upset someone else. Sending offensive messages using personal websites, blogs, email, discussion groups, chat, instant messaging, sms texts, digital image messaging, social networking communities. Using electronic devices such as mobile phones to take photos and record without consent.
• Sexual bullying – including touching or brushing against one in a sexual manner, sexually-oriented jokes, drawings of or writing about someone’s body, using rude names or commenting about someone’s morals, unwanted invitations of a sexual nature, and demanding information about someone’s private life.
WHAT WILL THE SCHOOL DO?
To assist in the prevention of bullying, the School will do its best to:
• Provide ongoing Professional Development for staff to raise the awareness of issues and strategies involved in preventing and managing bullying.
• Systematically monitor levels of bullying.
• Take all student complaints of bullying seriously. The Collegiate community is encouraged to support the Relationship Policy by reporting all incidents or suspected incidents so that they can be investigated.
• The School will deal sensitively with all incidents of bullying/harassment.
• Provide support programs for victims of bullying.
• Provide appropriate interventions for perpetrators of bullying and monitor their behaviour.
• This includes the documentation of all reports of bullying and the referral of these as appropriate to Senior Management.
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WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR DEALING WITH CASES OF BULLYING ONCE THEY HAVE BEEN REPORTED?
The main approach used is through the restorative process and starts with a ‘No Blame Approach’ and the ‘Method of Shared Concern’.
INTERVENTION
A Whole School Approach (K-12)• Students involved in a bullying incident for the first time will be interviewed by the staff member
to whom the incident is reported.
• An incident report will be completed. The ‘target’ will be reassured of their rights and strongly encouraged to report any further incidents of bullying.
• The interviewing staff member will make a judgement as to the seriousness of the incident and will work with the students involved to agree on a resolution through the restorative process and any consequences that may result. The students involved will be made aware that the information received will be kept on file and that their behaviour will be monitored.
• A report will be made of the incident and the resolution will be forwarded to the primary pastoral carers (classroom teacher (JS), Pastoral Contact (MS) or Mentor (SS)) of the students involved and the Head of School.
• The Head of School will keep all reports and track any trends of individual students.
• Parents will be notified via personal contact or a phone call.
• Ongoing follow up to ensure the problem has been resolved.
• The staff will report any trends of incidents to the Head of School.
• Students who are identified as being involved in bullying incidents a second time will meet with the Head of School. A plan of action will be developed using the restorative approach. Parents will be advised.
• Students who continue to be involved in bullying incidents will meet with the Deputy Principal, the Head of School and their parents. A process of resolution and restoration will be developed at this time. Appropriate action will be taken to restore this situation and consequences may result.
• If it is found that a student intentionally and falsely accused another of bullying, then the accusing student will undergo the same restorative process as an offending student.
• In extreme cases of continued unacceptable behaviour, where past actions and restorative processes have been disregarded the matter will be referred to the Principal. Appropriate sanctions at this stage may include suspension or expulsion.
Students who are bullied and the bully will receive support from the Deputy Principal, Head of School, Classroom Teacher/Pastoral Contact/Mentor and Counsellor depending on who is the most appropriate person or group to follow up a bullying episode and assist in the development of various resilience strategies.
STOPPING BULLYING IS A SHARED RESPONSIBILITY
If you are bullied:• You may feel frightened, unsafe, angry, embarrassed or unfairly treated.
• Your work, sleep and ability to concentrate may suffer.
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• Your relationships with your family and friends may deteriorate.
• You may feel confused and not know what to do about the problem.
What students can do to stop bullying and support their peers:
• Tell someone when it happens. Each student has the responsibility to report harassment/bullying whether victim or bystander.
• If you feel confident, tell the bully to ‘stop it’. Express your dissatisfaction by reporting such incidents.
• Stay cool and walk away calmly.
• If you witness bullying, talk to a member of staff or your parents.
• Re-assure the person being bullied that they are being treated unfairly and show them understanding of their distress. Make sure they are all right and then go to a safe area in the School and inform a staff member what has happened. Confidentiality may be asked for.
• All students are asked to remember that ‘DOB’ stands for Don’t Obey Bullies. It is your responsibility as a member of the School to report it. If you give encouragement to the bully or don’t report the incident, then you help to keep it happening.
If you are the bully:
• Think about the hurt you are causing others.
• Seek assistance to change your behaviour. People at School and at home can help.
• If you are unhappy in your life, talk to someone who will listen and be able to help.
What can parents do?
• Watch for signs of distress or changes in behaviour.
• Encourage your child to share problems.
• Always be willing to listen and support your child when they want to talk about bullying.
• Help your child to understand that it is everybody’s responsibility to deal with bullying and bullying spoils things for everyone in the school community. Help your child to develop a caring and empathetic attitude to students who are on the receiving end of bullying.
• Help your child to understand that being bullied is not part of growing up. Being given a hard time occasionally or being teased is part of growing up, but not being bullied.
• Challenge the perception that ‘sticks and stones will break their bones but names will never hurt them’. The damage from being bullied is very serious in terms of a student’s self-esteem, emotional well-being and academic performance.
• Encourage your child to report incidents of bullying to a teacher. This will empower the student, by taking the initiative themselves, rather than relying on a parent to take action.
• It may be necessary at times for you to inform the School about an incident. This should be done as soon as you hear about it.
• Talk to your child about helpful ways of managing the incident.
• Assist them to deal with feelings of hurt or anger they may be experiencing.
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• It is important to take your child’s concerns seriously, while at the same time assisting them to feel positive about the immediate future at School.
• Affirm the positive ways in which your child has attempted to manage the situation. This will foster self-esteem and give them a sense of competency in managing difficult situations.
• Focus on those areas of the student’s life at School that they enjoy.
• Contact the School of any suspected harassment/bullying, even if your child is not directly affected.
What can staff do?
• Act as role models in word and action.
• Be aware of possible instances of bullying and signs of distress in students.
• Follow through with the appropriate procedures if an incident has been reported.
• Intervene if you witness any bullying behaviour in or out of the classroom.
• Provide support for students who have been bullied.
• Encourage positive social interactions at the individual, group and class level.
Counselling
At any stage during this process, counselling is made available to those involved in bullying incidents. This can occur via student self-referral, or by staff or parent referral. Counsellors may also be used in a consultative capacity in bullying matters.
Restorative Approach
At Collegiate we use a restorative approach to provide the framework for our Whole School response to behaviour management. The restorative approach involves a set of principles, strategies and skills which recognise the importance of relationships, respect, responsibility and accountability. It is based on the belief that people need to take responsibility for the impact of their behaviour on others. There are consequences for inappropriate behaviour, but attention is also given to restoring the breakdown in relationships.
In the process we look at the past – what happened, the present - who is affected and what can be done about it, and the future – what changes can be made to prevent it happening again. The procedure that we follow focuses on the following five questions:
1. What happened?
2. What were you thinking at the time?
3. Who has been affected by what you have done? In what way?
4. What do you think you need to make things right?
5. What will you agree to do next time?
Restorative practice aims at making things right, at restoring the breakdown in relationships and allowing the students who have done wrong to restore relationships with the people they have affected by their actions.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYSt Michael’s Collegiate School provides a rich technology experience across all our campuses. It is our goal to give students the confidence and skills they need to navigate an ever changing technological landscape. Underpinning this is our three stage program with each stage building upon the previously developed skills. Supporting this is a qualified and dedicated team of ICT professionals and excellent infrastructure and internet connectivity.
VIRTUAL CAMPUS – MYCOLLEGIATEFrom 2016, Collegiate has implemented a new Learning Management System, MyCollegiate. MyCollegiate is pivotal to School life and students are expected to utilise this environment to receive and submit homework and assignments, gain access to the resources their teachers make available to support their learning, stay informed with school news bulletins and collaborate with their teachers and peers.
CYBERSAFETY POLICY AGREEMENTCollegiate’s information and communication technologies are provided for educational, communication and research purposes for all members of the School community. The School has the dual responsibility to maximise the benefits of these technologies, while at the same time minimising the risk. The primary purpose of these technologies is to provide access to the vast number of online and local resources that support the School and its students in achieving strong learning outcomes.
Information and Communication Technologies includes, but is not limited to, computers (desktops, notebooks, tablets, PDAs) storage devices (USB and flash memory devices, CDs, DVDs, floppy disks, iPods, MP3 players), cameras (such as webcams, video or digital) all types of mobile
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phones, video or audio players/receivers (such as portable CD and DVD players) data provisioning services (school delivered internet services, personal/3rd party data services), telephony services (either delivered by the school or personal /3rd party services and any other similar technologies) and wearable technologies (Google Glass, Smart Watches, etc). The values we promote at St Michael’s Collegiate School include excellence, creativity, diversity, meaning, ethical behaviour, and resilience. Our mission states that we respect all people and model and teach behaviours that embrace our values. The policy as set is based on these core values.
Exemplary behaviour is expected of everyone in our community at all times. Our services are monitored and where breeches of this agreement undermine the core values of the school and the safety of the learning environment, either through our set of services or 3rd party services, the school expects community members to take responsibility for their actions and restore any damage done.
OBLIGATION OF ACCEPTABLE USE Users are expected to use Collegiate’s information and communication technologies, ICT equipment/devices, network infrastructure and internet services in a responsible, ethical and legal manner, demonstrating respect for others, and an appreciation of the right to learn. The use of our resources must be consistent with the educational objectives of the School. Violation of any of these provisions may result in disciplinary action.• The School’s information and communication technologies, ICT equipment /devices, network
infrastructure and Internet services must not be used to download, display, print, save or transmit material that would normally be considered offensive except in the context of a formal educational lesson.
• No attempt to perform malicious acts effecting either the school or a 3rd parties network must be made (this includes but is not limited to port scanning, ip scanning, mac spoofing, DOS attacks/storms, brute force attacks, use of key loggers, network sniffing, installation of rogue access points, use of technology that disturbs the delivery of wireless services).
• The School’s information and communication technologies, ICT equipment /devices, network infrastructure and internet services must not be used for personal financial gain. Gambling and advertising are not permitted.
• Placing of unlawful information on the School’s information and communication technologies, ICT equipment /devices, network infrastructure and Internet services is not permitted.
• When communicating via the School’s ICT equipments/devices resources, use appropriate language, common rules of courtesy and respect, and avoid all forms of harassment.
• The use of any data provisioning devices/services other than those provided by the school is prohibited.
• The use of privately owned ICT equipment/devices other than data provisioning devices on the School site or network, or at any other school related activity must be appropriate to the School environment. This includes any images or material present/stored on privately owned ICT equipment/devices brought onto the School site or at school related activities.
• Publically hosted social internet sites must not be used during lessons or other formal school activities.
• The sending of chain letters or other unsolicited mail which would cause congestion on the network is not permitted.
• Use of the computer labs is restricted to those times when a supervising teacher is present.
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• No person is permitted to use the Collegiate resources until she/he has returned a signed statement that they have read and agreed to the conditions of the St Michael’s Collegiate CyberSafety Policy Agreement.
COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY • Copyright and licensing agreements must be respected at all times. A user must not be involved
in any activity which breaches copyright or licensing agreements, including but not limited to activities such as illegally copying material in any format, copying software, downloading copyrighted video or audio files, using material accessed on the internet in order to plagiarise, or illegally using unlicensed products. It is the user’s responsibility to know the laws pertaining to copyright.
• Do not plagiarise. Acknowledge any material which you reproduce or use in any way, from any source and you must adhere to the School Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Integrity.
• Copying or sharing software is not permitted.
PRIVACY AND PERSONAL SAFETY • The privacy of others must be respected at all times.
• Sharing of network usernames and passwords is deemed as malicious activity and prohibited.
• Use of the internet and email carries the risk of bringing you into contact with individuals who may be unfriendly, rude or exploitative. Do not reveal personal details about yourself to strangers.
• No students may identify, discuss, photograph or otherwise publish personal information or opinions about the School, staff or fellow students.
• The School holds a strong position in protecting the privacy of all in our community. No person may publish or upload images of members of the Collegiate Community without their permission.
• No person may publish a picture of a member of the Collegiate community that would enable identification without the expressed permission of that person or their authorised representative and the School. Examples include wearing a Collegiate uniform, displaying a Collegiate badge.
MONITORING• The School will exercise its right to monitor the use of the School’s ICT resources. By signing
this agreement you are providing consent for the school to take any action it deems necessary in order to protect community members and the School against physical or virtual threat, slander, Intellectual Property leakage, misconduct by community members and unauthorised access. The School will also take what steps it deems necessary to ensure responsible use of its information and communication technologies.
• The School has a monitoring system which enable them to review email and internet use including user details, dates viewed, times, length of time viewed, sites visited and from which computer.
• Download limits will be applied to all users and Internet content will be filtered.
• The School has intrusion detection and prevention systems that can be used to detect inappropriate activity.
SECURITY/INDIVIDUAL LOGIN Security on the network is important. If you feel you can identify a security problem please notify the Director of ICT.
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• Under no condition should you give your password to another user. All network violations can be traced to an individual account name and will be treated as the sole responsibility of that account holder.
• All passwords should be changed regularly.
• Do not attempt to access another person’s account at any time.
• Always logout properly when using School computers. You will always be held responsible for your account activity.
• Do not deliberately engage in any activity that may cause damage to the School’s ICT resources, or to anyone else’s computer equipment or files.
• Misuse of a computer network is an offence under the Criminal Act.
• Any computer connected to the Collegiate SMC network must be running an antivirus utility approved by the Director of ICT.
• Files stored on the School network remain the property of the School, for which the School has legal responsibility, and reserves the right to check usage to maintain the integrity of the system.
• Any device connected to the internet only network is the responsibly of the operator to ensure it is adequately protected from virus or malicious activity the School will take no responsibility for these devices.
Exemplary Behaviour is expected at all times. When using the School’s network, students should conduct themselves as representatives of the School community as a whole.
Breach of Agreement The School will see any breach of this agreement as damaging a student’s relationship with the School. Students will have their right to access revoked until they have restored their relationship with the School. At this point the School community will invite the student to make this commitment again.
GENERAL ICT POLICYThe School has in place an overarching ICT policy that drives the utilisation and acceptable use parameters of technology in the School. This policy also details the requirement for all Middle School Students to use a School Approved Device as part of their daily activities in the Middle School.
BYOT POLICYThis policy applies specifically to Senior School students and mandates the requirement to bring a suitable device to school on a daily basis. The BYOT program seeks to introduce more opportunity for personal preference of the type of device our Senior School Students utilise, while ensuring that the devices our students bring to School are fit for purpose.
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SCHOOL EXPECTATIONSThe School believes that the only discipline of real significance is that which is self imposed and self regulated. Our aim is to cultivate, in each girl, a sense of responsibility for her own conduct and for the larger community of which she is a part.
The most important rule is that girls exercise common sense at all times and show concern for others. Nevertheless, it is necessary to spell out a number of other rules and regulations so that girls are aware of their responsibilities.
ABSENCE FROM SCHOOLThe School is required to record all student absences from School. Parents are reminded to please phone the School on 6211 4911 for Senior School, 6211 4930 for Middle School and 6211 4963 for Junior School or SMS 0408 781 732 by 9:00am each day that your child is absent, whether due to illness or any other reason. Please also let us know if students will be late for any reason.
Official notification can cover one or more days, but should be stated at the time. We cannot presume that you child is at home sick today simply because she was yesterday. If your child is marked absent in lesson one without notification from a parent or guardian, then the School will phone the parent or guardian to advise them of the absence.
We believe that we are providing a duty of care as well as meeting our requirements and we appreciate your co-operation with this issue.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITYThe School has a Student Academic Integrity Policy which sets out requirements to ensure the authenticity and academic integrity of work submitted by students for assessment. Collegiate teachers have several ways of checking on the authenticity of students’ work including the Turnitin online plagiarism prevention system. Students are taught how to correctly reference their work and a copy of the Collegiate Referencing Style Guide is included in the School Diary every year.
ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGSNo girl is permitted to drink or possess alcohol in the School, while wearing School uniform, or in circumstances which are liable to bring the School into disrepute. The same applies to all drugs as the School has a zero tolerance drug policy.
APPOINTMENTS Dental and medical appointments should be scheduled after school or during school holidays whenever possible. When a student has to leave school early, or for part of the school day, they must provide a note from their parents. This note should be presented for a signature from the teacher from whose class they are leaving. As they leave, and when they return to school, students are to sign in and out at the Middle School or Senior School Office. In the Junior School parents are asked to go to the classroom and verbally advise classroom teachers. Again, the School has a legal and ethical responsibility to account for all students during the time they are at school each day.
ATTENDANCEAttendance requirements for Years 11 and 12 classes.
It is a requirement that all Years 11 and 12 students attend at least 90% of classes for each subject. Should a student fall below this level of attendance she will be required to attend a meeting with the Head of Senior School. This meeting will assess the reasons for the absence and may provide compassionate assistance where absence is due to personal reasons or to take measures to ensure
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class attendance in cases where there are no legitimate reasons for the absence. If a student is required to attend such a meeting then parents will be informed.
Students from Years 5 to 10 are required to be at School from 8:25am until 3:30pm. No student in Years 5 to 10 may leave the school grounds between arrival at School and the end of the school day commitments without written permission from parents and approval by the appropriate member of staff. For Years 11 and 12 students requirements differ according to the individual timetable.
BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENTThe School expects students to maintain a high standard of personal behaviour and conduct. When breaches occur in the standard of a student’s behaviour the restorative process is used. At the centre of this approach is accountability and commitment to relationships and repairing harm done.All students are expected to wear their uniform with pride and display good manners and appropriate conduct at all times. Faultless behaviour is required of all students.
BODY PIERCING/TATTOOSThe only acceptable piercing are those set out in the School Uniform Policy. No other type of visible piercing is acceptable. Visible tattoos are also not permitted.
BOUNDSThe School strongly recommends that students do not loiter in the city after school as it is considered unsafe and promotes risk taking behaviour.
CLASSROOMSNo girl should enter any unsupervised classroom or teaching area unless given permission by a member of staff.If a teacher has not arrived at a class ten minutes after the scheduled commencement time then a girl should go to the School Office so that arrangements can be made to find a replacement teacher.
EXCURSIONSExcursion information sheets and consent forms will be sent home to parents to read and sign. If a student does not return a signed form she will not be eligible to attend the excursion. Please note that hand written notes or notes written in the diary will not be accepted.
FOODFood may not be taken into any teaching area without permission and chewing gum is not permitted.
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIESAll students are required to adhere to the Collegiate Cyber Bully Policy which requires that all students use the School Network in a responsible, ethical, and legal manner.
LATE WORKAt Collegiate we believe that student learning is enhanced by good work skills and organisation. Students need to take responsibility for their assessments and accept responsibility for their actions. Students from Years 9 to 12 may be issued with a student conduct slip and asked to attend a catch up session after school. In the Middle School late work seen as a pastoral issue and the Pastoral Contact would make contact with parents. The School has a formal Late Work Policy which all students are made aware of at the start of the academic year.
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LATENESSStudents are expected to arrive at school at 8:25am to start classes at 8:30am. Students who arrive late will not be admitted to class without going to reception and obtaining a late slip.
LEAVING SCHOOL DURING THE DAYStudents experiencing difficulties during the day and wishing to make contact with parents or guardians to leave school must first seek permission from a teacher.
MEETINGS AND OBLIGATIONSIt is the responsibility of each girl in the Middle and Senior School to keep herself informed of matters published in the Acta Diurna (daily bulletin). If a girl has conflicting obligations she must see that she is excused beforehand from those she cannot meet. Once a girl has made a commitment to a sport team, for example, she must fulfil her obligations. Any school based commitment takes priority.
MOBILE TELEPHONES POLICY MIDDLE AND SENIOR SCHOOLSCollegiate recognises that there are times when it is necessary and genuinely appropriate for a student to have access to a mobile phone. For that reason mobile phones are allowed at the Senior School, however not encouraged in the Middle School.
The following rules apply for all students bringing a mobile phone to school:• As a general rule mobile phones should only be used in an emergency or at a time of
genuine need.• Mobile phones must be switched off and out of sight during class unless permission has
been given.• It is totally inappropriate for students to use mobile phones or receive or send text messages
on their phones during classes, chapel, assembly or any other school activity.• Mobile phones are not to be taken into examinations and could result in a paper being
cancelled.• It is important that students display courtesy, consideration and respect for others whenever
they are using a mobile phone. • Under no circumstance may a student use their mobile phone or school phone to arrange to
leave the school if they feel unwell. These arrangements must be made through the Health Centre.
• Mobiles phones are not permitted to be used on any school field trips, camps, excursions etc. Arrangements for any communication are to take place with the staff member responsible.
Parents should also note that mobile phones are brought to school at the student’s own risk and the School can not be held responsible for any theft, loss or damage. They should be stored in a safe and secure place.
Students who send threatening or harassing text messages or take photographs without the student’s consent are breaking the law and will be disciplined accordingly.
A student who uses a mobile phone inappropriately may have it confiscated and their privileges restricted. If the phone is confiscated it will need to be collected from the front office at the end of the day.
PUNCTUALITY Girls are expected to be at School and in classes on time.
STUDENT MOTOR VEHICLESStudents who wish to drive to and from School must, through their Mentor, register their vehicle details with the Head of Senior School.
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While Collegiate understands that there are some students who wish to drive to and from school, we expect that any travel between campuses during the day will be taken on the transport provided.Vehicles may not be parked in the School grounds at any time. The School accepts no responsibility for the safety of cars and will not allow students to leave classes to attend to their vehicles.
STUDY LINESStudents in Years 11 and 12 may have time during the day without a scheduled class and this is called a study line. Students may study at home unless the parents inform the school that they want their daughter to study at School. All students are required to be at School between 10:45am and 1:45pm. There are quiet study areas for the purpose of study.
UNIFORM REGULATIONSIt is important that girls have a sense of pride in their appearance as this engenders high expectations in their behaviour and school work. This is important for the development of self-respect. Wearing the school uniform is a fundamental part of a student’s commitment to the school community.
1. Full school uniform must be worn at all times during travel to and from School. The only exception is when the student has formal PE lessons when she may wear her sports uniform including her track pants and rugby jumper to and from school. Items such as the navy ¾ lycra pant with logo and red Collegiate sport skirt do not form part of the compulsory sports uniform and are not to be worn to and from school. These items are specific requirements for various sports.
For sport training during the week, girls are expected to wear their school uniform to school, change into their sport uniform for training, and change again into school uniform for the rest of the day.
Sports uniform may be worn for Dance and Drama. Girls are expected to change into their school uniform once these classes have been completed.
2. Uniforms should be clean, neat and tidy at all times.
3. Minimum dress length is to the mid knee.
4. No jewellery is to be worn except wrist watches and school badges. If ears are pierced, only plain small silver or gold studs, round, white pearl studs approximately 4-5 mm in diameter (standard pearl size), or plain sleepers, may be worn in and only in earlobes. Only one earring of a matching pair in each ear. Only accepted School badges may be worn on the lapels of blazers.
5. The only acceptable piercings are those as above. No other visible types of piercing are acceptable, and visible tattoos are also not permitted.
6. If hair is below the top of the collar, it must be tied back. Hair ribbons must be maroon, navy or white. The width should be approximately 1.5 cm. Slide combs, if worn, must be brown only. Hair braids and hair ribbons are available from the School Shop.
7. Girls are expected to have clean, tidy hair of a natural colour. Extremes of hairstyle, including gel, colour and cut are not permitted.
8. Wearing nail polish while in school uniform is not acceptable. This includes shellac polish.
9. Wearing makeup while in school uniform is actively discouraged as we feel that a student’s inner qualities should be the most important measure of their worth. Students are permitted to wear light foundation and mascara only and this must look ‘natural’ to the eye.
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10. Shoes should be lace-up and black leather which can be polished and have regulation sized soles and heels except for Kindergarten to Year 4 where black leather Mary-Jane style are to be worn. Shoes should be cleaned regularly.
11. Uniform is supplied by the Collegiate Uniform Shop only.
12. Formal uniform should be worn at all Church Services and formal occasions. If these occasions fall on a day a student has PE they must change.
13. Summer Uniform is worn in Terms 1 and 4 and Winter Uniform is worn in Terms 2 and 3.
14. For specialist uniform requirements see Uniform Handbook.
General School Uniform Years K to 12 for School, Excursions and Trips
Summer Uniform Winter Uniform Sport Uniform
Collegiate Straw Hat Collegiate Navy and White Collegiate Navy Track Pants Striped Blouse
Collegiate White Over Blouse Navy 70 Denier Opaque Tights Collegiate Rugby Jumper
White Robin Anklets Socks Collegiate Navy Skirt Collegiate Appropriate Sports Shoes
Collegiate Navy Skirt Collegiate Blazer Collegiate Sports Jacket (optional)
Collegiate Blazer Collegiate School Jumper or Years 10 to 12 Cardigan (optional)
We would be grateful if parents would not only read these school expectations but also discuss them with their daughters. Very few girls break rules wilfully and even fewer will break the school rules of which their parents approve. Therefore, it would be most helpful to your daughter and us if you could ensure that she is aware of our expectations while she is a student at this school. A full uniform handbook is available and provides details of all school uniform requirements. Year 9 students are able to wear their 9 ASPIRE jacket and sports track pants every day except Wednesday when full School uniform is required.
The School reserves the right to send students home if they are not wearing correct uniform.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
ACADEMIC AND APPLICATION TERM AWARDS YEARS 5 TO 12Students receive Conscientious Effort awards at the end of every reporting period if they have received mostly 5s for their application assessments. All students will receive a Conscientious Effort certificate if they receive an average score of 4.55 to 4.75 depending on the year level of the student. To be eligible for a Conscientious Effort Award students may not receive an application assessment of less than 4 in any subject.
Students receive Academic Excellence when their grade average is approximately A- across all subjects. Marks are tabulated using an algorithm that includes all their assessments.
Students who receive Academic Excellence at the end of a term go on the Honour Roll for that term. Any student in Years 5 to 10 who receives either a Conscientious Effort Award or Academic Award in all reporting periods will receive a Speech Night Award, however in Years 11 and 12 Speech Night awards are based on end of year results, not term reports.
ASSEMBLYAssemblies provide an opportunity for students and staff to meet as a whole community to celebrate the achievements of students. Anglesea Assembly is held in Alkira at 8:40am on Wednesday mornings. Middle and Senior School Assembly is held in Linmor Hall or the PAC at 1:15pm on Wednesdays.
BOARDING HOUSEThere is a separate handbook for Boarders. We offer short term boarding during term time when space is available.
CAREERSOur Careers Coordinator works with students in Years 9 to 12 to discuss career pathways, subject choices and post-secondary options. The School provides a career information resource centre and has a visiting speaker program. Highly informative Careers Newsletters are also published every term. Our Careers Coordinator is happy to meet with parents and their daughters to provide pathway planning and can be contacted on 6211 4996.
CARE OF PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENTGirls are responsible for the safe-keeping of their own property. All belongings must be clearly marked with the owner’s name. Valuable items must be secured in lockers. The School is not responsible for the loss of student property. The School recommends that valuable items are personally insured.
Sports equipment should be named. School and sports shoes should be named under the tongue. The student’s initials should be inscribed on the back of her watch. School and sports bags should be clearly named. Laptops should be clearly named and listed on your insurance policy.
Any lost property found must be handed to a member of staff or the School Office. Computers (depending on where they are found) should be handed to the Front Office in the Senior School and Middle School.
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CAR PARKINGThere is adequate street parking in Macquarie and Davey Streets for parents dropping and collecting students from the Middle and Senior Campus. Parents are requested not to park in bus parking spots at any time. Parents are asked not to collect students by car from the front of Founders’ Hall.
When Anglesea parents are delivering and collecting children please use the drive-through/short term parking available inside the school grounds, directly in front of Alkira. Entry to Anglesea Village by car is through the main entrance (double gates). Traffic entry is one way and the exit back on to Anglesea Street is through the lower double gates.
There are designated drop off areas inside the grounds where children may alight from the car while parents remain in the car. Visitor parking, with a 15 minute parking limit between 8:15am and 8:45am in the morning and between 2:45pm and 3:30pm in the afternoon is available immediately inside the entrance to Anglesea Village.
We encourage parents to use this parking arrangement in the interest of safety and consideration of our local community. The speed limit within all school grounds is 10 km per hour.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBERSThe School Office must be notified of changes in address and telephone numbers as soon as they occur. This is in the case of an emergency when the School may need to contact parents urgently.
CHAPLAINCYThe School Chapel, a place of worship since 1895, is located in Stephenville at the Senior School and open each day during term time. All students attend regular chapel services as an integral part of their life at the School. Each year an opportunity is provided for girls to be admitted to Holy Communion. The details of this are notified early in the year through Ancanthe. The Rev’d Scott Sargent is located at the Senior School.
COMMON AREAS LOCKER ROUTINEYears 5 to 12 students should collect all their class needs from their locker at the beginning of these day, recess, lunch time and at the end of the day. Students may not go to their lockers between lessons or during class time without permission from a staff member. Years 11 and 12 students may use their common areas during study lines.
COMMUNICATIONSchool Communication with parents is through:
• circular letters;
• weekly newsletter Ancanthe;
• Parent/Teacher meetings;
• letters or calls from teachers;
• information evenings;
• curriculum booklets;
• parent handbooks;
• through your daughter’s diary;
• email; and
• SMS.
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Parent Communication with the School may be:• by telephone to Teachers, Mentor, Pastoral Contact, House Deans, Head of School, Deputy
Principal or Principal;• by making an appointment to see any member of staff;• by email to staff member concerned; and• through your daughter’s diary.
School communication to students is through:• the daily bulletin the ACTA;• through class teacher, mentor or pastoral contact;• assemblies;• year group meetings;• House meetings; and• notice boards.
School Newsletter – AncantheAncanthe is the weekly official communication between the School and parents. It is sent home every Friday electronically and contains news items, reminders, and lists upcoming dates and events. Articles for Ancanthe may be sent to [email protected] Parents are asked if they wish to receive Ancanthe electronically to send their email contact to [email protected]
ReflectionsOur School publication is published twice per year.
Junior School Year Group NewslettersYear group newsletters are sent home each term and include an overview of the work and events your child will be participating in during the term.
CONCERNSIf a parent has a concern or query which is personal or academic it should initially be discussed with the Mentor from Years 9 to 12, the Pastoral Contact Years 5 to 8 or the Class Teacher from Kindergarten to Year 4.
Parents are always welcome to address concerns with the relevant Head of School, Deputy Principal or the Principal.
DOMAIN AWARDS AND POCKETSThere is a booklet on MyCollegiate which lists all the criteria required for each type of award.
Students must personally apply for a Domain Award or Pockets; they will not automatically be processed. To apply for an award in Sport they should see the Sports Administrator, for Performance see the Head of Expressive Arts, for Academic see the Deputy Principal, and for Oratory and Service Award students should see the Head of Senior School.
FOUNDERS’ DAYThe School observes its founding by the Sisters of the Church every October. The School birthday cake is cut at Anglesea by the youngest Kindergarten student. In 2016 we will celebrate as a School on Wednesday 12 October at the Middle and Senior Schools and on Tuesday 11 October at the Junior School.
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HEALTH CENTREThe Senior Campus Health Centre is located in the Stephenville building in the Senior School and is open from 9:00am. 6211 4920
Procedure for IllnessParents should contact School to inform us of any health issues relating to their daughter.1. Under no circumstances are sick students to go home during the school day without first getting
permission from the School. This is arranged by speaking to the Head of School. If a parent cannot be contacted, the student will remain at school until a parent can be notified. Students will not be allowed home unaccompanied.
2. Under no circumstances are sick students to contact their parents/guardian privately via mobile phones. Parental contact is always made by the School.
3. If students are sick, they should follow the Health Centre Procedure: • The Health Centre is a place for students to temporarily recuperate.
• Obtain a note signed by the classroom teacher to give permission to leave the class for the Health Centre.
• Stay in Health Centre for only ONE period, at the end of that time either return to class or ask the office to contact home and to leave School. Before returning to class, please sign off and indicate time of departure from Health Centre.
• In the Middle School the Office will be notified and student may go to the First Aid room.
INSURANCEThe School does not provide insurance for students’ personal items whether on site or in transit. As such, parents/guardians may like to consider discussing their particular needs with their insurers. Notebook computers used by students at the School must be insured whilst on the School premises and in transit.
LEAVEAll levels Kindergarten to Year 12If a student is ill or has an acceptable reason to be absent, then it is our professional duty to ensure that the learning of the student is assisted in any way that is possible for the teacher. This may mean sending work by email or post, via a sibling or the parent may choose to collect the work. It would usually be the Mentor in Senior School, Pastoral Contact in the Middle School or Class Teacher in Junior School who would contact relevant staff and collect the work to be forwarded to the student.
Where a parent has informed the School well in advance, via the relevant Head of School, about an absence from School it is the student’s responsibility to see each of her teachers to seek advice on an overview of what will be missed and to get the work in the Senior/Middle School. For the Junior School the class teacher would work directly with the parent.
Where a family simply decides to take a long weekend or to take a holiday in school time without prior permission, then we are not obliged to make up the teaching they choose to miss. For Years 11 and 12 students, such absences are not permitted and teachers are not obliged to make up lost teaching time or assessment.
Please note that overseas students taking leave during term time and missing school days are in breach of their visa and risk not having their visa re-issued.
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LOCKERSIn Years 5 to 12 each student is provided with a locker. Locks are issued to new students on Orientation Day in February. These locks are intended to be used through to Year 12 and are the only locks accepted. When not in use lockers should be kept locked at all times. It is not advisable for girls to give their lock combinations to other students. Locks are charged to the first term accounts. Replacement locks can be purchased from the School Office.
LOST COMPUTERSMost insurance companies will not cover the loss of computers unless they are in locked areas. Many computers that are thought to be lost are found within 24 hours through following the procedure: • A student who cannot find their computer should report it missing immediately to the Pastoral
Contact, Mentor or Class Teacher.• The student should then retrace her steps looking in all the locations she has visited during the
day.• The student will be asked to check with the Head of School, House Dean, the last classroom
teacher, the front office, the Library and the Computer Technicians to see if it has been found. • The student will be asked to check at home to ensure it is not there.• If the computer is not located at this stage, the parents are notified. • A full school computer check is carried out to ensure it is not on the premises. Each House
Dean or Head of School runs a check of all lockers and classrooms.• If the computer is not found, parents are advised to report the loss to the police.• An insurance claim must then be lodged though the parents’ insurance.
LOST PROPERTYAny items of value that are missing should be reported to the House Dean, Mentor, Pastoral Contact or Class Teacher. Each Common Room and each campus has a lost property collection that should be checked for any missing items.
LOST PROPERTY LABELSThe Collegiate Parents’ Association promotes an ongoing fundraiser with IdentiKid. IdentiKid has a fabulous selection of personalised names labels, tags and more.
All you need to do is enter the unique Collegiate code 1195 when you place your order on www.identikid.com.au This is an ongoing fundraiser, so each time you need new labels, lunch boxes etc, all you need to do is log onto IdentiKid and place your order. The CPA receives 15% on each order and is a wonderful way to support the parents’ association.
MEDICATIONSOnly when absolutely necessary will the school accept responsibility for the administration of non prescription or prescription medication during school hours or on school approved activities. In such circumstances a meeting or discussion with parents/legal guardians should be sought to outline the responsibility of school staff and the parents/legal guardians. There are also forms that are required to be filled in by medical practitioners and parents.
PARENT EVENINGS AND REPORTINGReports and parent/teacher evenings are an important form of communication to parents and parents are encouraged to avail themselves of these evenings. Dates of these are advised in the School Calendar. Parents are encouraged to contact their daughter’s Class Teachers, Pastoral Contact or Mentor if they feel any problem may be arising. Please do not hesitate to do so.
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POCKETSEmbroidery on pockets can be done by Ms Gloria Brown, H Little Embroidery and Workwear, 2/8 Albert Road Moonah 6228 6187 or 0439 597 523.
POLICY FOR SELECTION OF STUDENTS FOR AWARDS, SPORTING TEAMS AND TO REPRESENT THE SCHOOLThe School has very clear criteria for selection of students for awards, sporting teams and representation of Collegiate in any capacity. These criteria are transparent with an overarching goal of fairness and equity.
PRINTINGStudents will have set limits for their use of the printing and photocopying services.
They will be given a sufficient quota for printing every term. Should this be exhausted they will need to top-up their account by payment through the Front Office.
ROWINGThe School has a policy on rowers leaving early for Regattas. For Lake Barrington Regattas rowers may leave early on Friday at 2:40pm during daylight saving. A note must be provided to the Rowing Master who will confirm the need to leave early. For non-daylight savings time students may leave after House meetings.
SAFETYAppropriate footwear and protective clothing is required for certain activities; failure to be properly equipped may result in exclusion from these activities. This also applies on plain clothes days, for example supportive sports footwear is required for HPE.
SCHOOL DIARY The School Diary is a vital part of student life at Collegiate and is issued to all girls from Years 1 to 12. Used properly, it will assist students to organise their time efficiently.
During each class students should fill in all homework details. Parents of students in Years 1 to 8 should sign the diary to show that the work has been completed. Test results will be recorded in the School Diary to assist parents and Pastoral Contacts/Mentors in reviewing academic progress. Brief messages between home and school may be written in the diary.
As the School Diary is an official school document, it should not be used as a personal diary.School diaries will be issued to all students in Years 1 to 12 in the first week of Term 1. Accounts will be debited for this.
SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHSIndividual school photographs are taken in February. All students receive an individual package and the cost is put on the term account. Parents who do not wish to purchase photographs may return the package at no cost. Parents who would like an additional set of photos are asked to contact the school on 6211 4911 to put in your order at the start of the school year.
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SPECIAL CONSIDERATION FOR EXAMINATIONSStudents with learning needs or medical issues that could possibly affect their ability to sit tests/examinations may be eligible for special consideration. To be eligible for Special Consideration in Years 11/12 by TASC a current educational assessment of learning needs from a psychologist must be provided to the School in order to write a submission for Special Consideration to the TASC. This process can only be carried out with the Careers Coordinator and the Head of Senior School.
STUDENT COMMITMENT TO SPORTWhen a student joins a sporting team they make a commitment to the sport and that commitment takes priority over all other activities.
TESTINGIn order to ensure students are working at their full potential the School delivers a comprehensive testing program as an intrinsic component of our curriculum. This enables us to identify students who may benefit from support or extension. Testing also enables teachers to differentiate the curriculum as required in order to cater for individual needs. Data from test results enable staff to improve student outcomes across our teaching and learning programs. Assessment is done through the EDGE program or individual faculties. Further information is available from Mrs Deb Williamson, Head of Middle School or Ms Eva Perry, Head of Junior School.
TUCKSHOPLunch is available from the tuckshop each day for Year 5 to 12 students. Menus and prices are distributed to parents in the Ancanthe from time to time. Parents who would like to be rostered on the Middle School tuckshop to help once or more a term to help are asked to contact the Tuckshop Supervisor on 6211 4406. Junior School runs a student led canteen on Fridays.
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CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMMUSICAL LESSONSPrivate tuition is offered in most instruments and voice. Lesson fees are calculated at 10 lessons per term. It is each student’s responsibility to attend these lessons, and always to notify the Music Department of intended absences. Fees are payable directly to the private tutor and should not be addressed to the School. Notices will be sent home at the beginning of Term 1. For further information contact the Expressive Arts Faculty Office on 6211 4948.
Instruments are available for hire by arrangement with the Music Department. Cheques for instrument hire are to be made payable to Collegiate Foundation and must be paid prior to the issuing of an instrument.
Half a term’s notice in writing is required for the withdrawal of a pupil from all extra subject lessons.
We endeavour to arrange students’ instrumental lessons according to a rotating timetable, so that the same class is not missed each week. Where possible, use is made of recess and lunchtime. Girls are given a list of their times for the term, and in addition, at each lesson the tutor adds the following lesson time to the Music Diary, this is to be handed to the class teacher when going to the next lesson, the following week. Music Diaries are available from the School Shop.
Girls on rotating timetables must put the list of lesson times in their school music diaries and present this to the class teacher involved, to be excused from lessons.
For students in Years 11 and 12, as far as possible, lessons are at fixed times to suit the academic timetable, but lessons may also be before or after school, or during recess or lunch.
MUSIC DEPARTMENT CHORAL / INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAMFor those girls who learn instruments either through the School or outside the School, and for any girl who enjoys singing, there are a number of groups that operate within the Music Department. These groups rehearse regularly during lunchtimes and before and after school, and play an important role in the development of skills for the girls, both musically and socially. As soon as a student is ready to join one or more of these groups, she should seek information or advice from the Director of Music and Performance, Mr Aaron Powell.
All three campuses have co-curricular music groups, including choirs, madrigal groups, orchestras, concert bands, string ensembles and other instrumental groups.
BALLET Ballet classes are taught at Collegiate by Mrs Sandy Robinson. Ballet is taught as an optional subject at Anglesea and classes are held during lesson time. In Kindergarten, only ballet shoes are required. Prep, Years 1 to 4 require a jacaranda coloured leotard, white ballet ankle socks or pink tights, flat pink ballet shoes, elastic or instep (no ribbons). A jacaranda coloured crossover or skirt is optional for warmth.
In addition to the Anglesea program, classes are also offered and operate in the Collegiate Performing Arts Centre after school and are offered to all age groups. Please call Sandy Robinson on 0429 850 800 for more information.
DRAMAChoregus and Drao are extracurricular drama classes run by Ms Lyn McCarroll. The classes take place after school in the Performing Arts Centre. Drao is open to all students in Years 1 to 6 and Choregus is open to students in Years 7 to 10. Advice on the timing and cost of this program is advertised at the beginning of each term.
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VISUAL ARTSAfter school art programs are run for Junior, Middle and Senior students according to the demand. Advice on the timing and cost of this program is advertised at the beginning of each term.
TENNISTennis lessons for all ages are offered by tennis professional Mr Ray Harrison. Individual or group lessons are available for beginners and experienced players during term time and school holidays. Lessons are held at the School and at other locations.
Mr Harrison also conducts tennis camps and beginner and advanced tennis clinics during the holidays. For more information, and to book lessons, please contact Mr Harrison directly on mobile 0438 236 924.
SCHOOL SHOP, STATIONERY AND TEXT BOOKSThe School Shop located at 198 Macquarie Street stocks new and second-hand clothing and is open Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm, from Monday 11 January until Friday 29 January 2016. Appointments are required for full fittings and are available during Term 4 and from Monday 11 January by phoning Mrs Louise Healey on 6223 1897. The store will be closed on Tuesday 26 January for Australia Day and Monday 8 February for Regatta Day. The School Shop will return to normal operating hours from Monday 1 February. Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm. There is a Uniform Handbook available from the School Shop.
SCHOOL STATIONERY AND TEXTBOOK SALESSales will be conducted by Birchalls from the main pavillion at Elwick Showgrounds (entrance via Howard Road) from 4 January to 30 January. Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00am to 4:00pm; Saturday 10:00am to 2:00pm. Late night trading is available from 6:00pm to 9:00pm on 21 January and 28 January. Information about ordering online will be distributed with book lists.
All students from Kindergarten to Year 12 are required to buy stationery and textbooks (which are not part of the Book Hire) during these dates. All students are given booklists with class requirements.
No stationery sales will be available from the School Shop prior to the commencement of Term 1.
Years 11 and 12 students who are studying a subject at Hutchins or Fahan must purchase books for that particular subject from the participating school. Hutchins order online.
Payment must be made at the time of collection. EFPTOS, Mastercard, Bankcard and Visa Card facilities are available.
Used books from 2015 in good condition on the 2016 book list may be sold to Birchalls from Wednesday 2 December to Friday 4 December for Years 7 to 12.
BOOK HIREAll students from Years 7 to 12 will have some text books for certain subjects available throughout Book Hire. Students can collect their text books when school commences in class groups. Middle School students can collect their hire books on Orientation Day.
In addition to the textbooks purchased from subject book lists, the cost of Book Hire is included in the School fees. Students are responsible for returning Book Hire books at the end of the year in the condition they received them in February. Lost or damaged books will be billed to the parents.
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OUTDOOR EDUCATIONOutdoor Education is an integral part of education at Collegiate and is a key component of the School curriculum from Year 5 to Year 9. Students are offered unique opportunities to learn new skills with which to explore all that the unique Tasmanian outdoor environment has to offer; a stimulating, challenging, creative and richly rewarding environment. Collegiate’s Outdoor Education program is based on a sequential and facilitated wilderness-based experiential learning model that provides our students with an engaging, relevant and meaningful range of outdoor experiences, from broad-based programs in junior years to more specialised and challenging programs as students grow, develop and progress in the School. Experiential experiences are programmed in a realistic environment that is both challenging and psychologically safe for students to investigate and explore new concepts, skills and behaviours.
The intent of experiential learning is that learning from an outdoor experience will be applied, or transferred, to the participants’ ‘real life’ environment. Students ‘live’ leadership and teamwork through direct purposeful experiences that are tested in true life application. Each student not only develops life skills and learns life lessons, but also has the opportunity to acquire real outdoor skills in a range of sequential outdoor adventure experiences. While we seek to imbue our students with an appreciation, respect and care for the natural environment, we also promote a reflection on values, beliefs and relationships with self, others and the environment as an important aspect of the journey that young girls undertake from young adolescents to emerging adults.
The Middle School Program from Years 5 to 8 provides a range of outdoor activities, beginning with broad-based ‘team building’ activities to more specialised, challenging, and outdoor specific experiences such as day walks, mountain biking, rock climbing, overnight camps, rafting, abseiling, and multi-day camps offering a variety of outdoor pursuits, which are sequentially programmed.
Year 9 students take part in 9 ASPIRE; an innovative program that encourages and assists all girls to develop the skills to grow in independence, maturity, self-belief and to become more resilient and responsible global citizens. The 9 ASPIRE Program offers a range of diverse learning opportunities beyond the classroom that provide a practical and experiential approach to learning. The Program is based on three key themes: exploration, expedition and service learning.
Students in Year 10 are offered a number of outdoor activities that provide an engaging, fun and rewarding experience which focus on promoting resilience as the academic demands of Senior School increase.
In Years 11 and 12 students may choose TASC approved courses in Outdoor Education (non pre-tertiary) and Outdoor Leadership (pre-tertiary).
Collegiate currently has Student Accident Insurance for its students engaged in Outdoor Education activities.
Please contact Mr David Witcomb, Director of Outdoor Education / 9 ASPIRE Coordinator, if you would like more information about Collegiate’s Outdoor Education program.
PARENT AND STUDENT SPORTING AGREEMENTAll students should have the opportunity to develop individual talents through participation in a wide and varied sports program conducted in an atmosphere of encouragement and recognition. The sports program is based on a strong sense of values incorporating team work, commitment, fair play, individual responsibility and respect for others.
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School Policy:
1. (a) Sport at Collegiate is not compulsory, however once a girl makes the choice to play and is selected in a team then she is fully committed and obligations to coaches and team members should be fulfilled.
(b) Any School based sporting activity should take precedence over other outside sporting commitments and interests.
(c) Girls are required to attend all practices and matches. They must personally notify their coach or the Sports Administrator if they will be absent for a particular reason. Sending a message with another student is not acceptable. Our coaches are volunteers who willingly give up their time to assist the School.
2. Sports Uniform should be worn when travelling to or from practices and matches; girls are expected to be neatly attired in the correct Sports Uniform. The correct safety equipment must be worn where applicable. If students do not meet safety requirements the coach; referee or Sports Administrator have the right to refuse participation.
3. Transport: A School bus will be provided to transport girls to Ham Common. It will leave the Davey Street car park at 3:45pm. It is the responsibility of parents to transport their daughter to and from venues other than Ham Common. The School takes no responsibility for students walking or sharing transport outside regular school hours.
4. Girls who have medical conditions such as asthma or any other condition that requires medication must alert the team coach/manager of this at the beginning of the season. Medication must be carried with students to all sporting events. If students do not have medication with them they will not be able to participate.
5. Routine dental, medical and other appointments should be made at times that do not conflict with sporting commitments.
Collegiate Sports Policy: Expectations of Parents and Spectators
Parents Code of Conduct
1. Cooperate with the School to achieve the best outcomes for your child
2. Support team and event officials regarding your child’s learning, wellbeing and behaviour
3. Maintain positive relationships with team officials regarding your child’s learning, wellbeing and behaviour
4. Encourage participation by your daughter
5. Model good sportsmanship
6. Be courteous and constructive in your communication with players, team officials, game officials, other parents and the Sports Administrator
7. Encourage honest effort, skilled performance and team loyalty
8. Do not interfere with the conduct of any sporting events
9. Support the School’s policy of a smoke and alcohol free environment
10. Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour at all School sporting events
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Spectators Code of Conduct
1. Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour at all School sporting events
2. Remember children play for enjoyment; please do not let your behaviour detract from their enjoyment
3. Let game officials conduct events without interference
4. Support skilled performances and team play with generous applause
5. Support our policy of a smoke and alcohol free environment
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SCHOLARSHIPSAcademic scholarships are offered each year for entry into Years 5, 7, 9 and 11. Examinations will be held on 19 March 2016 and students sit papers in English, Mathematics and General Ability. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the scholarship testing, the student’s school reports and after an interview with the Principal. Auditions for music scholarships for students of all ages are also held in May. Scholarships are available in all musical disciplines – vocal and instrumental.
The School of Performing Arts is a school within a school. Students are accepted into this school by audition. The auditions are held in August each year and are open to students of dance, music and drama. From these auditions some scholarships and bursaries may be offered. Students who are interested in this school should speak with Mr Aaron Powell, Director of Music and Performance.
THE COLLEGIATE POOLThe Collegiate Pool is a 25m heated indoor pool, open to members of the public for year-round recreational swimming. A monthly newsletter is produced, indicating opening hours. Copies are available at the pool entrance.
Various membership options are available, including yearly or half-yearly memberships, and/or 20 swim passes. The following activities and classes are available:
• Learn-to-swim (all ages and levels) – Term and Holiday programs
• Stroke correction (all ages) – Term and Holiday programs
• Club Swimming – Junior and senior
• Aqua aerobics
• Masters swimming
• Lap swimming
• Life saving courses
• Private bookings
All services are provided by fully qualified, friendly staff who are happy to discuss any queries with you. They can be contacted by telephone on 6211 4919 or by email at [email protected]. The Pool Facilitator is Mrs Rachel Rickards.
The Collegiate Pool will be open through the summer school holidays for family fun and fitness.
Staff will be running (3) week long holiday learn-to-swim programs during the January holidays, beginning on Monday 4, 11, 18 January.
The Collegiate Pool runs comprehensive holiday and term Learn To Swim programs which are listed on the School website.
SUPPORT GROUPSThe School is fortunate in the support it receives from Parents, Past Parents, Old Girls and Friends. As a result a number of support groups have been formed and include:
COLLEGIATE OLD GIRLS’ ASSOCIATION (COGA)Open to all Old Girls. The Annual General Meeting is held at the beginning of each year and reunion days are held throughout the year. Contact Miss Anita Nandan via email [email protected]
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COLLEGIATE PARENTS’ ASSOCIATION (CPA)The Annual General Meeting is held in Term 4, with a committee meeting held on the first Monday of each month. The role of the Collegiate Parents’ Association is that of a support group for activities of the School which includes the coordination of a number of the fund raising and social events, and providing a forum where issues that affect the girls and their parents can be discussed. Mrs Gaye Rutherford is the president of the CPA.
TREMAYNE CLUBThe Tremayne Club is for Old Girls who left the School 50 or more years ago and former parents of the Angels. The Tremayne Club offers the opportunity to meet up with old school friends in welcoming, comfortable and cheerful surroundings and to be involved in important school events. This group meets at the School regularly. Mrs Diane Palmer is the leader of the Club.
COLLEGIATE BOARDThe Collegiate Board members are:
Visitor – The Right Rev Dr Chris Jones
Chair – Ms Beth Mathison
Members – The Very Reverend Richard Humphrey, Mr David Clerk, Mrs Clare McShane, Mr Kent Medwin, Professor Eleanor Ramsay, Mr Mike Blake and Mr Tim Rutherford
THE COLLEGIATE FOUNDATION The Collegiate Foundation aims to support and assist the School Board by encouraging interest and financial support from those who have been or will be touched by the School, directly or indirectly.
The Collegiate Foundation and all those who become involved believe that Collegiate’s financial independence will enable its most important assets, the students, to grow through the School’s offering of further outstanding facilities, a leading and diverse educational environment that offers choices, discovery and opportunities and, most importantly, a strong system of support through a dedicated pastoral care program.
Funds raised by the Foundation are applied for many diverse purposes including:
• The acquisition of books, equipment, buildings and facilities.
• The development of new educational programs.
• The employment of teaching staff with special skills.
• Scholarships.
• Extension sporting and cultural programs.
• Pastoral care and support.
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St Michael’s Collegiate School218 Macquarie Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000PO Box 215, Sandy Bay, Tasmania, Australia 7006
T (03) 6211 4911 / 61-3-6211 4911F (03) 6211 4955 / 61-3-6211 [email protected]
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