SECONDARY HANDBOOK
SECONDARY YEARS 7-10
WELCOME TO SECONDARY SCHOOL
Moving out of Primary School begins a new phase in the life of a student. It presents our young people with an exciting and challenging time of growth and development that will carry them into adulthood. Secondary School is the place where students can learn at their individual level while having opportunities to explore their developing passions.
Green Point Christian College believes that an education based on a Christian worldview enables the best opportunity for students to develop a wider understanding of the world that will facilitate their ability to meet the complexities presented in our rapidly changing society. Each student participates in an extensive range of subjects that will stimulate and challenge them.
Our safe, caring, learning environment enables students to grow into adults who have at their core, the principles of Godly character; who understand that learning is a life-long endeavour; who are outward looking and care about the well-being of others within society; who can work with others in strong mutually supportive relationships and who find solutions to the issues of life through creative and critical problem solving. Our graduates are equipped to be well rounded mature adults who can influence positive change in the world.
MR STEVE LOBSEY HEAD OF SECONDARY
STAFF
EXECUTIVE
PRINCIPAL
MR JOEL VAN BENTUM
BUSINESS MANAGER
MR BRENDAN WOOD
ADMIN STAFF
RECEPTION (MON-TUE)
STUDENT WINDOW (WED, FRI)
MRS CORNEL DE KLERK
DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
MRS JANE MCLARTY
DIRECTOR OF TEACHER DEVELOPMENT
MRS FIONA FORDYCE
RECEPTION (WED-FRI)
MRS STEPHANIE JOHNSTON
HEAD OF SECONDARY SCHOOL
MR STEVE LOBESY
DIRECTOR OF ENRICHMENT
MRS SARAH BROWN
EXCURSIONS & EVENTS ADMIN OFFICER
MRS ELYSE BARBER
STUDENT WINDOW (MON, TUES, THUR)
SICK BAY
MRS CAROLYN OMAYAO
SICK BAY
MRS BLANCHE MOODY
MRS AMANDA ROBERTS
YEAR ADVISORS
YEAR 7 ADVISORS
MR DANE ROBERTON and MRS GEORGINA KRATOCHVIL
YEAR 9 ADVISORS
MR PHILLIP HEARD and MRS ZOE ANDERSON
YEAR 11 ADVISOR
MRS JACQUI MELCK
YEAR 12 ADVISOR
MR CHRIS HAINES
FACULTY CO-ORDINATORS
CREATIVE ARTS
MRS ANGELA SCOTT
ENGLISH
MRS JILLIAN MCKAY
HUMAN SOCIETY AND ITS ENVIRONMENT
MRS NAOMI WELLS
LANGUAGES
MR PAUL CHAMBERS
MATHEMATICS
MR TROY KASTELAN
PDHPE
MR SAM HEDGES
YEAR 8 ADVISORS
MR PAUL CHAMBERS and MISS LAUREN HAY
YEAR 10 ADVISOR
MR DANIEL WITANOWSKI
SCIENCE
MR STUART DRENNAN
STUDIES OF RELIGION/ BIBLICAL STUDIES
MRS REBECCA GAVIN
TECHNOLOGIES
MR JEFFREY OGDEN
CURRICULUM CO-ORDINATOR/STUDENT ADVISOR
MR DAVID RUSSELL
ENRICHMENT
MRS SARAH BROWN
LIBRARY - TEACHER/ LIBRARIAN
MRS NICOLE VAN WYK
GENERAL INFORMATION
TERM ONE
11 Weeks
TERM TWO
10 Weeks
TERM THREE
9 Weeks
TERM FOUR
9 Weeks
CONTACTS
College Office: 4363 1266
TERM DATES - 2024
First Day Years 1-7 and 11-12
First Day Years 8-10
Kindergarten Last Day Term One
First Day Term Two Last Day Term Two
First Day Term Three Last Day Term Three
First Day Term Four Last Day Term Four
Wednesday 31 January
Thursday 1 February
Thursday 1 February
Friday 12 April
Monday 29 April
Friday 5 July
Monday 29 July
Friday 27 September
Monday 14 October
Wednesday 11 December
Absentee Line: 4367 9950 or email: absentees@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Email: office@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Office Hours: 8.30am to 4.00pm
Mailing Address: Locked Bag 1, Kincumber NSW2251
Address: 382 Avoca Drive, Green Point NSW 2251
Please note that College Policies are available in full on the College Website at: www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au
HOUSES
Ha’apai Hurricanes | YELLOW
Va’vau Breakers | BLUE
Eua Eagles | GREEN Taloa Warriors | RED
DAILY PERIOD
TIMES
The College operates with a 2-week timetable cycle – Red Week and Blue Week. The first school week of the new year is always a RED week. The School Calendar in Parent Lounge indicates the appropriate Week.
Please note that Wednesday has different times as noted below.
BELL TIMES
– 10:10am
10:10am – 10:35am
9:45am – 10:40am
10:40am – 11:00am Period 2 10:35am – 11:35am Period 3 11:00am – 11:55am
11:35am – 11:40am
11:55am – 12:00pm
3 11:40am – 12:40pm Life (Chapel) 12:00pm – 12:45pm
12:40pm – 1:20pm
12:45pm – 1:25pm Period 4 1:20pm – 2:15pm Period 4 1:25pm – 2:20pm
2:15pm – 2:20pm Transition 2:20pm – 2:25pm Period 5 2:20pm – 3:15pm Period 5 2:25pm – 3:15pm
LINES OF COMMUNICATION IN THE SCHOOL
SITUATION
Student absence
Student to leave school early
Student unable to undertake sport or some other physical activity
Student experiencing a need in a pastoral care/discipline area
Student experiencing problems not able to be resolved by Equip teacher
Student experiencing difficulties requiring counselling
Pastoral care/discipline matters of a more serious nature
Student needs schoolwork during extended sickness
Matters relating to a specific subject class
Matters relating to a specific subject and not able to be resolved by the Subject Teacher
Concerns relating to levels of a subject to be studied
Matters relating to subject choice and NESA requirements
ACTION
Prior to the day – you can submit absence via the GPCC Phone App, or you may phone the Office on 4367 9950, leave a message by emailing absentees@gpcc.nsw.edu.au or on the answer machine if prior to 9.30am on the day. After 9.30am on the day of absence please phone the College Office.
Unless a prior ongoing arrangement has been made (only for special medical appointments etc) in the case of a Secondary student, a letter should be brought to the Office when the student is signed out.
Letter carried with student and shown to relevant staff.
Contact Equip Teacher in the first instance
Contact the relevant Year Advisor
Contact School Counsellor
Contact Year Advisor. If not resolved, contact Head of School, Deputy Principal then Principal
Contact Year Advisor
Contact Subject teacher
Contact Subject Co-ordinator
Contact Subject Co-ordinator or Curriculum Co-ordinator/Student Advisor
Contact the Curriculum Co-ordinator/Student Advisor
GENERAL NOTE: Should parents need to see a teacher, an appointment needs to be made through the Receptionist at the College Office. The phone number is 4363 1266.
CURRICULUM AND GENERAL INFORMATION
Our College follows the guidelines set out through the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) in all matters of curriculum.
Within the common guidelines set out by NESA, there is freedom for each school to design, in part, its own curriculum. All subjects are taught from a Christian perspective by Christian teachers.
OVERVIEW OF CURRICULUM
YEAR 7
English, Mathematics, Science, Human Society and its Environment (HSIE), Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), Technology Mandatory (Food Technology, Engineering, Textiles, Digital Technology), Music, Visual Arts, Biblical Studies
YEAR 8
English, Mathematics, Science, Human Society and its Environment (HSIE), Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), Technology Mandatory (Food Technology, Digital Technology, Textiles, Timber), Drama, Music, Visual Arts, Biblical Studies, Languages (French).
YEAR 9
Equip, Biblical Studies, English, History, Geography, Maths, Science, PDHPE and two Elective Subjects.
YEAR 10
Equip, Biblical Studies, English, History, Geography, Maths, Science, PDHPE and two Elective Subjects.
Lists of Elective Subjects current for each year will be available from the Registrar and on the Website.
ASSESSMENT HANDBOOKS
Early during each course of study, students can access an Assessment Handbook through Student Cafe, showing the timing of assessment tasks for each subject studied in the year. If there are any changes concerning the tasks to be done, students will be notified in writing by their teacher. Accessing Student Cafe will help in planning time, in being prepared for tests and tasks and in completing work by the due date.
ATTENDANCE
The school has a legal responsibility to keep records of attendance for all students. Any absence from school should be explained in a note by adding an Absence Notification via the Parent Portal (which you can do via the GPCC Phone App), or email to absentees@ gpcc.nsw.edu.au, or by phoning the College’s Absentee Line on 4367 9950 before 9:30am on the day of their absence. If no contact is made a text message will be sent to the parent’s mobile phone asking them to phone the College. If a student will be away for an extended period, advance notice to the Year Advisor is necessary. If a student arrives late to school, they should go to the student window (situated at the back of the Administration building) and receive a late slip in order to show their teacher that they have registered for roll marking purposes. Secondary students are issued with a Student Card and this card must be presented at the student window for scanning. Students arriving late to school for any reason must have a note from a parent. If students need to leave early, they must have a note signed by a parent/carer and present that note at the student window and sign out before they leave. If a student is unwell and wishes to go home, it is important that they come to the student window where a parent can be contacted on their behalf. They may not make their own arrangements. This is important for their own safety, and so that we are aware at all times of who is on site for evacuation purposes or other emergencies.
BUSES
School buses arrive and depart in the bus bay at the front of the College. Parents are requested for safety reasons, not to collect students from this area but to park in the school carpark and pick students up from appropriate waiting areas on the edge of the carpark.
UNIFORM
Students are expected to wear full school uniform as outlined in our Uniform Policy. If students are unable to wear correct uniform, an explanation note signed by a parent is required. Otherwise, a student may receive a Uniform Detention. Students may wear their sports uniform on the days when they have practical PE classes. Year 8 Drama is also an exception. Please refer to the Uniform Policy and Requirements later in this document.
CANTEEN
The College Canteen is operated by TheMunchery each day of the week and a menu and prices are available through Parent Lounge and the Website. Orders can be placed and paid for online through The Munch Monitor which is accessible through the College Website (www. gpcc.nsw.edu.au) or can be made out on a plain paper bag with the name and class of the student noted as well as the order. Wherever possible please enclose correct money.
LIFE AND COMMENDATION ASSEMBLIES
Secondary staff and students meet together on a weekly basis. This is a time of prayer, singing, drama and regular guest speakers. Commendation Assemblies are held at the beginning of each term where some of our students are presented with certificates for particularly outstanding efforts throughout the term. The parents of the students receiving these awards are invited to the assembly and to share in refreshments following. During COVID-19 restrictions Life has been held via stream
STUDENT CAFE
Student Cafe is a portal for our students to access via their laptops with information about assessment tasks, homework, student diary, timetable, changes to routine, daily notices and more. This is a tool that needs to be accessed by every student daily.
BEHAVIOUR
In the undertaking of education and the development of students who reflect the characteristics of the Green Point Christian College Graduate Profile, the welfare of the student is paramount in our focus.
Intertwined with a student’s welfare is the boundaries set up in the College’s Discipline Policy, which creates a safe and secure learning environment for all students. Part of the maturing process for any young person is taking responsibility for their choices and the effect those choices have on the well-being of others in our learning community. This enables students to look beyond their own interests towards the good of others. (The Behaviour Management Policy is found on the College Website.) Read more on Student Behaviour.
HOMEWORK
The school supports the value of homework as a learning tool. Homework can be used to reinforce concepts taught at school and teach students the value of self discipline in the education process. We do not believe that homework tasks should be onerous or too demanding, so that homework becomes a disruption to the family. If there is a problem in this area, parents should feel free to make contact with the school.
HOMEWORK’S VALUE
... for the teacher:
The value of homework for the teacher is that it is a check that what is being taught at school is being absorbed and understood by the student and being exercised by the student.
... for the student:
Homework consolidates what is being taught at school. It also produces qualities of self discipline and time management.
... for the parent:
Homework keeps parents in touch with what is happening at school and helps the parent to monitor the child’s development. It also provides a forum for discussion over issues raised at school and over problems that are occurring. It provides a situation where parents can encourage their child and see what is being taught at school.
WHAT
IS HOMEWORK?
Homework is work to be done outside of the school sphere without supervision of the teacher. It must be stressed that each subject will have different homework requirements, different types of homework, and different levels of parental encouragement required.
HELP FROM PARENTS:
Parents should never be asked to do homework for their child, but they may give encouragement and some assistance. It should be noted that assessment tasks in Years 7 to 12 and HSC Major Works must only contain work produced by the student.
LIBRARY
The Library has many resources and people to help students. Resources include books, magazines, journals, newspapers, encyclopaedias and computers. Computers can be used to type up assignments and to research issues. Access to the internet, electronic encyclopedias, scanning facilities, black-and-white and colour printers, and photocopying facilities are features of the Library. The Library is open for individual research and borrowing from 8.30am each morning, recess, lunch and after school until 4.00pm. Senior students have their own area and should use these during Study Periods. There are a few computers set aside for the sole use of Seniors.
MEDICAL ISSUES
Students requiring medical attention must be referred to the First Aid Duty Officer in the Sick Bay. No medication, including Panadol, will be administered by the First Aid Officer. Secondary School students will be permitted to administer their own medication. Parents are asked to ensure that any bottle/packet is clearly marked with the student’s name and the dosage clearly stated. No unmarked bottles/packets are permitted. If outside medical assistance is required, the family will be contacted and if unavailable, the family doctor will be notified. In the event of an emergency, an ambulance will be called, family doctor phoned and the family will also be contacted.
GPCC PHONE APP
Our GPCC Phone App is a key method of communication between the College and our parent community. Via the app, you will receive notifications for important information and reminders regarding the following items:
• Whole School/Primary/Secondary events and fundraisers
• Whole School updates and changes (e.g. Changes to the admin building)
• Emergency information
• Student specific notifications (e.g. Pastoral care entries)
• New newsletter (The Messenger) edition
• Bus delays (if subscribed to this)
You will also be available to notify the College your child’s absence via the App (which is linked to Parent Lounge).
We highly recommend all parents and carers download the free GPCC Phone App to ensure you can stay up to date with relevant information regarding your child.
To find out more about the App and to download it, please view our GPCC Phone App Guide.
NEWSLETTER
Our weekly newsletter, “The Messenger”, is also an important method of communication to parents of our school. The newsletter contains items of interest, diary dates, general matters of school family news, etc. It is essential that parents thoroughly read this each week so that they can be kept up to date with events in our school. The Messenger is available in the parent portal, “Parent Lounge” and on the College Website. It will be updated each Friday afternoon. We will send a notification via the GPCC Phone App so you know when each edition is available to view.
PARENT LOUNGE
The College has an online administration system with a portal for parents called “Parent Lounge”. All new parents will be sent a User ID to enter this system. This facility will include the ability to view assessment tasks, homework, student diaries, The Messenger and academic school reports. There will also be access to directly email teachers and book Parent/Teacher Interviews.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Parents have many opportunities to be involved in their child’s schooling. Of particular concern is the monitoring of their academic work. Parents may have other opportunities to be involved in the school, such as assisting at particular sporting events and carnivals. Information on these and other areas of importance to parents will be advised through the Messenger. All parents are encouraged to be involved when possible.
PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS
Parent/Teacher interviews are conducted during the year, where parents have an opportunity to talk to their child’s teacher(s) regarding their progress. These evenings allow parents to talk to more than one teacher at one venue. Parents are notified through the Newsletter when this night is approaching and appointments can be booked in Parent Lounge. Should parents require further discussions on their child’s progress than can be provided on these interview nights, then they would need to make an appointment with the appropriate teacher through the College Office.
REPORTS
All Student Academic Reports are published on the Parent Lounge. The College now uses “Progressive Reporting” on Parent Lounge which replaces the formal Semester One and Semester Two Reports. This gives parents ongoing up-to-date information about their student’s the progress. At end of the year a Transcript will be available for Year 12 Secondary students only Years 7 -12 can print a detailed report on their academic progress throughout the year.
SPORT
When students in Years 7-10 have PDHPE practical classes they may wear their sports uniform to school on that day. All students are expected to be involved in sporting carnivals.
STATIONERY AND TEXTBOOK REQUIREMENTS
A list of stationery requirements appears in the following pages for Years 7-10. Generally, all textbooks for students in Years 7-10 are provided by the College through the Library. For students in Year 10, a preparation day for those going on to Year 11 is held near the end of the year, part of which includes the opportunity to purchase Year 11 texts.
VISITORS
All visitors to the College should report in at Reception at the Admin office, sign in and collect a visitor’s badge. These must be worn whilst on the property and you may be approached and questioned as to your visit if you do not have a badge on.
WITHDRAWAL OF STUDENTS
Parents need to give at least 10 weeks’ notice in writing (10 weeks of school term time) of termination of enrolment and failure to do so will render them liable for one term’s fees.
STUDENT TECHNOLOGY
GPCC MACBOOK PROGRAM
The Student Technology MacBook program is driven by curricular and learning objectives. Our vision is that this program will present students with a device which enables them to acquire the skills that empower them in all phases of the learning process, including research, problem solving, content creation, communication and collaboration. Students and families may already have a device that meets these requirements or may purchase a new device to meet these requirements. With the continuation of our @GPCC program all students in Years 7 to 10 are expected to bring a digital device that meets these requirements each day.
The recommended minimum device requirements for new devices coming into the College are updated on our College website here - https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/enrolment/student-technology
If you are unsure or unclear about the specifications, we recommend that you take up the MacBook program offering via https://www.jbeducation.com.au/byod/?code=GPCCBYOD. These are the latest generation of M1 MacBooks with significant improvements in battery life and performance.
To ensure an excellent educational outcome, we require minimum specifications. These will best support students’ needs in the classroom, encourage teachers to innovate, and provide a stable and reliable platform.
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
MYSELF
1. I am responsible for my own learning by being prepared for each lesson with the correct equipment.
2. I am responsible to be on time for each lesson.
3. I am responsible for helping to create a positive learning environment.
4. I am responsible for my belongings.
5. I am responsible for having homework and assignments submitted on time.
6. I am to enter and exit the classroom quietly and safely.
7. I am responsible for my mobile phone - so that it is not seen or heard in the classroom.
PEERS
1. I am to stay on task without disturbing or distracting others.
2. I am to treat students with respect at all times and accept individual differences.
3. I am not to interfere with other people’s property.
STAFF
1. I am to treat staff with respect and accept their authority at all times.
2. I am to follow the instructions of all staff whether in the classroom or playground.
3. I am to actively listen when the teacher is speaking.
COLLEGE
1. I am responsible for keeping the classroom and playground clean.
2. I am not to damage or interfere with school property.
3. I am responsible for wearing my uniform correctly in and out of school.
4. I am responsible for positively reflecting the attitudes and values of our school.
CORE PURPOSE & MISSION GOALS
It is our desire that GPCC be a place of security and blessing for everyone as we work together to equip our children for a life of flourishing. To this end we remind you of our purpose statements which are included below, and which guide our actions:
Core Purpose Statement:
The purpose of GPCC is to equip students for a life of redemptive action through a holistic education grounded in a Biblical perspective.
Our Mission Goals:
Students: The formation of students who display the attributes of the GPCC Graduate profile (see below)
Staff: The development of quality staff who serve our students well.
Parents: The support of families as the cornerstone of a flourishing society.
GPCC Motto: Equipped for Life
GPCC Graduate Profile:
STUDENT BEHAVIOUR
At Green Point Christian College, in light of God being our Almighty Creator and in response to all He has done for us, we as a school community desire to honour God in our daily lives and relationships. Therefore we seek to Love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and mind.
We also seek to love our neighbour as ourselves. (Matthew 22: 37-39)
The responsibilities and expectations of each individual within our community have been centred on the desire to have relationships that are pleasing and honouring to God. These responsibilities and expectations are Biblically based to ensure our school community operates so that all individuals grow in their relationships with God and others in a safe, uplifting environment.
Parents are an integral part of any discipline within the school because of their Biblical responsibility to raise their children and we seek to encourage their participation and support within this area. In addition, we seek to assist and support parents in the Godly development of their children.
Understanding that we all fail and fall short of God’s expectations, the cornerstones of this Behaviour Management Policy will be Love, Grace, Mercy and Justice.
When a parent delegates to a teacher the responsibility of assisting in bringing up their child he also delegates the right to honour and respect and the responsibility to discipline the child. Proverbs 22:6 commands parents, and by extension teachers, to “Train up a child in the way he should go, And even when he is old he will not depart from it.” This is what parents have been commanded to do.
The letter in Ephesians (Ephesians 6: 1-3) instructs children in their responsibility. “Children obey your parents in the Lord, for this right. Honour your father and mother – which is the first commandment with a promise – that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.”
Our aim is to encourage students to follow this principle and redirect them when they struggle. Our goal in training students according to the Biblical principles above is so that, “We proclaim Him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.” Colossians 1: 28
HOME-SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP
Partnership between home and school is vital, with open two way communication between home and school being an important part of this.
Further, there is no substitute for consistently applied standards, with all adult members of the school community modelling correct attitudes and behaviour to students.
TEACHING
Students are taught what God requires of them and what the school procedures and expectations are.
PLANNING AND ORGANISATION
Effective planning and efficient time management of student activities promotes good discipline. Lack of classroom organisation is a major catalyst for misbehaviour.
ENCOURAGEMENT
Teachers should seek opportunities to encourage students in good behaviour. At the College, the following methods for encouraging appropriate student behaviour will be employed:
• Non-verbal encouragement methods – e g teacher glance, smile, nod
• Verbal encouragement – e.g. a “well-done”
• Granting of an in-class privilege – e.g. use of particular equipment; opportunity to do additional challenging work
• Compliment - issued to students for particular actions deserving of commendation and accumulating towards further recognition
• Merit Certificates - issued by the College after a student gains three compliments
• Commendation Awards, given to students in each class who have received the greatest number of Merit Certificates, are presented at a special Commendation Assembly held each Term, with parents present and invited to morning tea with the recipients of awards
PROTECTION
An aspect to be considered at all times is the protection of students from the misbehaviour of others.
PRAYER
Staff are encouraged to pray for students in all stages of the discipline process.
SANCTIONS
Students must learn that actions do have consequences. In order to allow students to connect behaviour with consequences, staff at the College will ensure that there are consequences which suit the offence.
Sanctioning actions are not just directed at the student concerned. The actions set a tone and a precedent for all students at the College.
Children need to see that justice is done, and that it is tempered by mercy. The Lord requires of all of us that we act justly and love mercy.
REDIRECTING STUDENT BEHAVIOUR
At Green Point Christian College, the following methods for redirecting student behaviour will be employed:
• Non-verbal corrective methods – e g teacher glance, raised eyebrow, proximity control.
• Verbal correction – e g teacher names student, restates the relevant, desired behaviour, asks the student what they are doing, asks the student what they should be doing.
• Immediate action – e g relocating the student’s position in the classroom or playground.
• Isolation of the disobedient student - sending them for a time to a withdrawal area within the classroom; to the room of a colleague; to Administration.
• Withdrawal of privileges – e g use of sports equipment; partial loss of recess or lunch time.
• Consequential Community Care – e g cleaning activities in the classroom, around the grounds.
• A warning - issued to students for minor offences and accumulating towards a detention.
• Detention – 20 minutes at lunch, where students sit quietly under the supervision of a nominated teacher.
• Behaviour monitoring: Students who persist with inappropriate behaviour may be placed on a behaviour sheet for a period of one or two weeks.
• Afternoon detention, currently held from 3.30pm - 4.30pm on Fridays. This is a serious matter involving inconvenience for a number of people, so is arranged via the Head of School who ensures that adequate notice is given to parents and student.
• Further poor behaviour will lead to a student being the subject of a disciplinary interview, involving parents, the Year Advisor and as appropriate, Head of School or the Principal.
• In-school suspension - with the Principal’s (or Head of School’s) and the parents’ knowledge, the student attends school for the agreed period of time but is withdrawn all day long from normal school activities. The student works separated from their usual social contact in class and in recreation time.
• Suspension - through the Principal, the parents and student are told that the child is not to attend school for a period of time. The student is re-admitted on a probation basis.
• Expulsion - the parents of the child are told by the College Board that, on the recommendation of the Principal, their child is to be removed from the College community.
ANTI-BULLYING POLICY
IN SUMMARY - FULL POLICY ON THE WEBSITE
INTRODUCTION
The Anti-Bullying policy of Green Point Christian College is an essential aspect of student welfare and pastoral care with the College and augments the College’s Behaviour Management and Code of Conduct policies. This policy is intended to provide students, staff and parents with appropriate mechanisms to address the issue of bullying. Green Point Christian College does not tolerate bullying in any form.
RATIONALE
As a Christian school our God given mandate is to create an environment that develops an ethos of care and encouragement and an environment where all students and staff feel safe. One in which their right to be respected and treated as individuals is to be protected.
The purpose of this policy is to promote consistency of approach and to create a climate in which all types of bullying are regarded as unacceptable. It is to provide a structure and strategies by which students, who believe they are bullied, are counselled sensitively and effectively. It is also to provide structure and strategies by which students that are identified as bullies are dealt with promptly and the outcomes achieved are in the best interests of the student and the College.
AIMS OF THE ANTI-BULLYING POLICY
• To promote a secure and happy environment free from threat, harassment and any type of bullying behaviour.
• To take positive action to prevent bullying from occurring through a clear College policy.
• To show commitment to overcoming bullying by practising zero tolerance.
• To inform pupils and parents of the College’s expectation and to foster a productive partnership which helps to maintain a bully free environment.
• To make staff aware of their role in fostering an environment of care and develop in them an appropriate knowledge and attitudes which will assist to achieve the above aims.
BIBLICAL GUIDELINES
At Green Point Christian College we follow the guidelines that are laid out to us in the Bible:
1. Bullying is never acceptable behaviour and will not be tolerated. Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, brawling and slander along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other. Ephesians 4:31
2. The Bible tells us that each member of Green Point Christian College is made in the image of God and that we are His precious creation, which we need to honour. Let us make man in our image, in our likeness. Genesis 1:26 But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God. 1 Peter 2:9
3. Therefore all students, parents and teachers have the right to feel and be safe going to and from school as well as in the playground and classroom. Live in harmony with one another, be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble, do not repay evil for evil or insult with insult, but with blessing because to this you were called so that you would inherit a blessing. 1 Peter 3:15
4. Each member of the school community has a responsibility of assuring the safety of other members of the community.
DEFINITION OF BULLYING
The following definition of bullying reflects the position of the College: Bullying is when someone or a group of people with more power repeatedly and intentionally causes hurt or harm to another person or group of people who feel helpless to respond. Bullying can continue over time, is often hidden from adults and will probably continue if no action is taken.
The key features of bullying are that it, causes hurt and distress, is repeated and involves the use of power in an unfair way.
Bullying isn’t:
• Single episodes of social rejection or dislike or
• Single episode acts of nastiness or spite
• Random acts of aggression or intimidation
• Mutual arguments, disagreements or fights.
A helpful resource is “The National Centre Against Bullying” http://www.ncab.org.au/
This policy specifically deals with bullying amongst students, but the College recognises that bullying may occur at all levels and in all relationships.
FORMS OF BULLYING
1. Physical Bullying - Includes hitting, kicking, rude gestures, extortion, pushing and shoving, taking or damaging belongings, i e any form of physical behaviour that hurts others or their property.
2. Verbal Bullying - Name-calling, insulting, repeated teasing, racist remarks, threatening, sexual harassment and any other form of verbal behaviour designed to hurt another.
3. Social (Covert) Bullying – Includes spreading lies, slander, rumours, playing nasty jokes, mimicking, excluding someone from the group, isolating someone and isolating others by preventing others from befriending them. Damaging a person’s social reputation or social acceptance.
4. Psychological Bullying - Includes threatening, manipulative and stalking behaviours.
5. Cyber Bullying – Cyber bullying is causing hurt via modern technologies such as the Internet and other forms of social media and through the use of smart phones and other mobile devices.
Examples of Cyber Bullying:
• Sending hateful or threatening comments or pictures via MSN, mobile phone or the Internet and by social networking sites such as MySpace and Facebook.
• Using modern technologies to engage in the social exclusion of someone.
• Posting rude, explicit or embarrassing messages or pictures about someone on the Net.
• Stealing someone’s identity in order to harm them in some way.
• Putting pressure on a person to send revealing or compromising pictures of themselves.
• Covertly filming, recording or taking a picture of someone and posting the images on the Net to cause hurt.
• ‘Outing’ and disseminating confidential information about someone.
• ‘Flaming’ and multi-messaging to clog up a person’s electronic system and to cause them distress.
• Using aliases and pseudonyms in chat rooms and on social networking sites in order to harass and upset.
• Engaging in cyber-stalking and the invading of privacy.
• Sexting - Another expression of cyber bullying is sexting. Sexting is taking sexually explicit photos and making them available for others to see via a carriage service such as mobile phone or computer. Sending explicit images of anyone, including yourself, is a crime if you are under the age of 18 years. If the person in the picture is under 16 years, it can be a very serious crime resulting in charges of paedophilia.
WHAT CAN PARENTS DO TO HELP?
WHAT ARE THE SIGNS?
How to identify if your child is being bullied. Your child’s behaviour can change for a variety of reasons. However, the following signs could indicate your child is being bullied:
• Not wanting to go to school or participate in school activities
• Does not appear to have friends
• Is missing belongings
• Has torn clothing
• Seems to have become fearful and anxious
• Has more mood swings and seems to be crying more
• Seems to have a drop in academic performance
• Has poorer physical health and changes in sleep habits
• Has increased negative self-perception.
The signs of possible cyber bullying can be the same as signs of other bullying, but include certain behaviour with phones and computers, for example:
• Being hesitant about going online
• Seeming nervous when an instant message, text message or email appears
• Being visibly upset after using the computer or mobile phone, or suddenly avoiding it
• Minimising the computer screen, or hiding the mobile phone when you enter the room
• Spending unusually long hours online in a more tense, pensive tone
• Receiving suspicious phone calls, emails or packages
• Withdrawing from friends, falling behind in schoolwork, or avoiding school
WHAT YOU CAN DO
If your child is bullied, you need to:
• Work with the College to support your child
• Contact the College not the other child’s parents
• Report the incidents even if your child does not want this
• Tell your child that bullying is wrong
• They have the right to attend school without fear and the problem is unlikely to stop without adult intervention
• Do not advise your child to fight with the other child
• Help your child learn to stand up against bullying behaviour
• Use the Internet and books and ask the College for resources to support your child
• Schools must follow privacy laws and may not be able to tell you everything that has taken place, especially about any other children involved. These laws also keep you and your child’s information private too.
http://www.bullyingnoway.gov.au/index.html
If your child Bullies another student, you need to:
• Discuss with your child why they might be behaving this way
• Sometimes a student who bullies other children in one situation may themselves be bullied in another
• Try to understand why they may be behaving in this way
• Think about any issues or problems your child might be experiencing
The College takes a proactive approach to bullying by ensuring an environment in which bullying does not occur. Whilst not wanting to distinguish levels of bullying, the College recognises that physical bullying is different to verbal and psychological bullying. The College’s reactive response to bullying therefore is twofold:
PHYSICAL BULLYING
• The bullying student and the victim are immediately taken by whoever is in authority to the office. A record of the incident is made.
• One of the following staff members (Year Advisor, Home teacher, Head of School or Counsellor) interviews the students to establish what happened. They advise the bullying student/s that there is no justification for his/her actions.
• Dependant on the severity of the incident, if necessary, through consultation with the Principal or Head of School, the student may be excluded from the College (or its general routine) until an interview is conducted with the parents/guardians.
• At the interview with parents/guardians it is made clear that the student must modify their behaviour or leave, as the College has to be a safe place (see further “Response to Bully”).
• The student may be placed on a contract (please also refer to Green Point Christian College Behaviour Management Policy): further defaults may mean he/she is asked to leave the College.
• The victim is followed-up by the appropriate Year Advisor, Home Teacher, Head of School and or the College Counsellor. Records of interviews are kept in written or in digital form (eg. School Pro)
VERBAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL BULLYING
• Class Teacher/Home Teacher/Teacher on Duty/Year Advisor – deal with incident as it occurs and reports the incident.
• The staff member involved notifies the Year Advisor or Coordinator. The School Counsellor is also notified if deemed necessary.
• Repeat offenders should be referred to the relevant Head of School and an interview is conducted with parents/guardians.
• At the interview with parents/guardians it is made clear that the student must modify their behaviour or leave, as the College has to be a safe place (see further “Response to Bully”).
• The student may be placed on a contract: (please also refer to Green Point Christian College Behaviour Management Policy) further defaults may mean he/she is asked to leave.
• Depending on the circumstances the victim and or bully/ies may be followed-up by the College Counsellor.
UNIFORM
GENERAL UNIFORM INFORMATION
Green Point Christian College is committed to maintaining an environment where students recognise that they are valued and unique individuals but are also integral members of a community. Within this environment, students are encouraged to develop their individual talents and gifts and to explore how to use these gifts in the growth of the community as a whole. One of the ways that students demonstrate their commitment to the College community is by the wearing of a uniform. It is a visible reminder of the connection and commitment to the vision and values of the College.
Benefits of wearing a uniform:
• It provides a common standard of appropriate dress that reduces the opportunity for superficial comparisons to be made.
• It provides a standard of appropriate dress that is modest but functional, therefore removing the opportunity for others to be negatively impacted e g some clothing items highlight the human body in a sexual way, or may contain offensive slogans or pictures.
• Provides students with a tangible and positive symbol that they belong to our school community.
• Assists the students in their roles as ambassadors of the College, whether in or out of school
Students are expected to be in formal uniform each day and are to be wearing it appropriately without modifications. Students are permitted to wear their sports uniform on days where they are involved in:
• Practical PDHPE classes
• Drama classes
• Days they may have a lunch time sport training
Students who have non school sports training after school are expected to wear their formal uniform and make provisions to change into appropriate clothing after school.
PROCEDURE FOR DEALING WITH UNIFORM ISSUES
Students who present to school with incorrect uniform may be issued with a demerit from a teaching staff member. Usually, uniform will be check at the start of the day in Equip. Should a student have a situation where the uniform cannot be worn, then a parental note should be provided on the day with an explanation and timeframe. This note can be shown to staff members who question the student about their uniform. When a uniform item cannot be worn for an extended period then a letter should be forwarded to the Year Advisor.
BACKPACK MANAGEMENT PROCEDURE
Secondary Student’s Backpack Management Procedure
• All students are required to carry a College backpack supplied by the uniform shop.
• It is each student’s responsibility to manage the weight and fit of their backpack.
• Our bags are endorsed by the Australian Physiotherapy Association and come in two sizes based on the size of the student and their requirements for carrying capacity.
• The weight of your backpack can be a problem. The Australian Physiotherapy Association states that a student should not carry more than 10% of their bodyweight. In order to minimise the weight please:
1. Do not carry your backpack around the campus, only take what you need for the lesson.
2. Use a locker, located in various places around the campus. There is time between each period to visit your locker.
3. Unpack your backpack each night and only carry the items you need for the day – this should equal no more than 4 x workbooks, your laptop with texts loaded on to it, lunch and a layer of warmth.
4. Carry extra-curricular sport requirements in a separate bag.
5. Carry musical instruments separately.
6. Use the water filling stations around the campus – do not carry excess water.
• A poorly adjusted backpack will cause shoulder/back pain. When fitted correctly your backpack will sit above your hips, be close to your spine and the weight distribution will be 80% hips and 20% shoulders. To ensure a good fit:
1. Ensure all zips are closed.
2. Wear both shoulder straps at all times.
3. Adjust the load compression straps every time.
4. Connect your sternum straps for a long walk.
5. Don’t allow the pack to fall below hip level.
6. Use your waist strap to keep the pack against your spine.
7. Always pack the heaviest items against your spine.
8. Never carry more than 10% of your body weight.
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS:
GIRLS
GIRLS – YEARS 7 TO 10
SUMMER/WINTER
SKIRT Taupe skirt with logo and adjustable waist.
BLOUSE White short sleeve blouse with red piping and logo.
PANTS Black College Trousers.
JUMPER Red wool blend jumper with embroidered logo (optional)
CARDIGAN Black cardigan with logo (optional).
JACKET **Soft-shell jacket – outer garment for formal uniform
BLAZER Black, shaped girls blazer with logo (optional).
HAT College hat: Choice of bucket hat or sports cap.
SOCKS Short white anklet socks to be worn above the ankle.
STOCKINGS Black opaque stockings (70+ Denier).
SHOES Hand polishable black lace up shoes with a hard sole and a small heel. Fully enclosed and protecting the foot. See approved styles below.
HAIR Shoulder length hair must be fully tied back. Students’ hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style. Hair accessories should be simple such as hair elastics, bobby pins or ribbons and should only be red, black or white in colour.
BAG Black school bag with logo.
SPORT
SHIRT Red cotton backed polo shirt with white panels and logo.
SHORTS Unisex black cotton backed mesh shorts with red logo.
SOCKS White or black sport socks – no stripes.
CAP College hat: Choice of bucket hat or sports cap.
SHOES An appropriate lace up sports shoe which provides supported protection for the feet. This does not include canvas shoes, flat sole shoes, skate shoes or basketball boots. Predominantly black or white in colour is preferable.
JACKET Red/black micro-fibre jacket with logo.
TRACK PANTS Black micro-fibre track pants.
** The Soft-shell jacket will be phased in as the outer garment for the formal uniform. (Phase in period 2022-2024) It will be available in the uniform shop for term 2 purchasing in all sizes. The soft-shell Jacket can be worn over the red jumper or on its own with the formal uniform only. After the phase in period the sports jacket will only be allowed to be worn with the sports uniform in Primary and secondary.
JEWELLERY AND MAKE UP
Girls in Years 7-8 are limited to one set of either gold or silver studs or sleepers worn in the ear lobe and a watch. Discreet cosmetics (natural skin tones) may be worn.
Girls in Years 7-12 who choose to have other visible body piercing need to be able to remove any studs etc during school time.
Girls in Years 9-12 may wear:
• One pair of either gold or silver studs or sleepers in the lobe.
• One fine chain (under blouse – not visible).
• One silver or gold ring.
• No bracelets.
• Discreet cosmetics (natural skin tones).
It is Important to note that uniform items are to be bought from the College Uniform Shop to ensure they meet uniform requirements.
APPROVED SHOE STYLES
Kindergarten to Year 12
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS:
BOYS
BOYS – YEARS 7 TO 10
SUMMER/WINTER
SHIRT White short sleeved shirt – (no logo) to be worn tucked in.
SHORTS Taupe shorts with logo and black leather belt.
PANTS
Taupe pants with logo and black leather belt.
TIE Compulsory red tie with crest
JUMPER Red wool blend jumper with embroidered logo (optional)
BLAZER Black boys blazer with logo (optional).
JACKET **Soft-shell jacket – outer garment for formal uniform
HAT College hat: Choice of bucket hat or sports cap.
SOCKS Short grey socks with red and white stripes - only to be worn with the grey shorts or long pants. Black socks should be worn with taupe shorts or long pants.
SHOES Hand polishable black lace up shoes with a hard sole and a small heel. Fully enclosed and protecting the foot. See approved styles below.
HAIR
Long hair must be tied back. Hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style. Boys must be clean shaven during school terms.
BAG Black school bag with logo.
SPORT
SHIRT Red cotton backed polo shirt with white panels and school logo.
SHORTS Unisex black cotton backed mesh shorts with red College logo.
SOCKS Plain white or black sport socks – no stripes.
CAP College hat: Choice of bucket hat or sports cap.
SHOES An appropriate lace up sports shoe which provides supported protection for the feet. This does not include canvas shoes, flat sole shoes, skate shoes or basketball boots. Predominantly black or white in colour is preferable.
JACKET Red/black micro-fibre jacket with logo.
TRACK PANTS Black micro-fibre track pants.
HAIR Long hair must be tied back. Students’ hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style. Boys must be clean-shaven during school terms.
** The Soft-shell jacket will be phased in as the outer garment for the formal uniform. (Phase in period 2022-2024) It will be available in the uniform shop for term 2 purchasing in all sizes. The soft-shell Jacket
can be worn over the red jumper or on its own with the formal uniform only. After the phase in period the sports jacket will only be allowed to be worn with the sports uniform in Primary and secondary.
JEWELLERY
Boys in Years 7 – 8 should not wear jewellery except for a watch.
Boys in Years 7-12 who choose to have visible body piercing need to be able to remove any studs etc during school time.
Boys in Years 9-12 may wear:
• One fine chain (under shirt – not visible)
• One gold or silver ring
• No earrings
• No bracelets
It is Important to note that uniform items are to be bought from the College Uniform Shop to ensure they meet uniform requirements.
APPROVED SHOE STYLES
Kindergarten to Year 12
UNIFORM
VISUALS
GIRLS & BOYS: SUMMER
GIRLS & BOYS: SPORT
GIRLS & BOYS: WINTER
GIRLS & BOYS: SPORT TRACKSUIT
UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop, operated by Alinta Apparel, is located on our campus. Please see next page for how to order your uniforms.
Opening Hours: 8.30am – 11.00am Monday, Thursday, and Friday 1.30pm to 4pm Wednesday Number: 02 4367 9954
Email: gpcc@alinta.com.au
Online Shop: www.alintaapparel.com.au – Select - Online Shop to Log in or Register
Important: Uniform items are to be bought from the College Uniform Shop only
STATIONERY & EQUIPMENT
REQUIREMENTS
YEAR 7
All students in Year 7 will require:
• Headphones or Earbuds
• Glue sticks
• Coloured pencils
• Scissors
• Highlighters
• Red and blue biros
• Ruler marked in mm
• 2 x 2B pencils
• Eraser
• Sharpener
When buying A4 bound books – please be careful not to buy lecture pads instead as pages will fall out
SUBJECT
Binder Booklet with pre ruled lines and margins suitable for A4 folder 20 sleeve display folder
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
DISCOVERY No No No stationary needed
ENGLISH Yes x 2, 128 page Yes
HSIE Yes x 2, 96 page Yes
MATHEMATICS No No
Ruler, coloured pencils, scissors, glue 80-100 flashcards (study/ index cards), Calculator (use one from Maths)
1 x 128 page A4 grid book - available from Maths Dept (approx. $3)
1 x Ruler & Geometry Set (Compass, 450 Set square, 300/60o Set square, Protractor)
1 x Scientific Calculator (Students will be instructed to buy the calculator from the school)
Preferred Calculator Models: Casio FX-82AU Plus II, Other models could include Casio fx-8200AU Or similar.
MUSIC No Yes Headphones
PDHPE Yes x1, 64 page Yes
SCIENCE No No No stationery needed
TECHNOLOGY
Agriculture & Food Technologies No No Tea towel
Digital Technologies
Engineered Systems
Textiles
VISUAL ART
Apron and beret from Uniform Shop 1 x 1 litre container to take food home
x 2B pencils
Students will be provided with a Visual Art Process Diary
YEAR 8
All students in Year 8 will require:
• Headphones or Earbuds
• Glue sticks
• Coloured pencils
• Scissors
• Highlighters
• Red and blue biro
• Ruler marked in mm
• 2 x 2B pencils
• Eraser
• Sharpener
When buying A4 bound books – please be careful not to buy lecture pads instead as pages will fall out
SUBJECT
Binder Booklet with pre ruled lines and margins suitable for A4 folder
DISCOVERY No
sleeve display folder
DRAMA No No
ENGLISH Yes x 2, 128 page Yes
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
No stationary needed
Students to wear sports uniform
FRENCH Yes x1, 96 page Yes 2 x Whiteboard Markers 2 x Highlighter pens (different colours)
HSIE Yes x 2, 96 page Yes
MATHEMATICS
Ruler, coloured pencils, scissors, glue, 80-100 flashcards (study/ index cards), calculator (use one from Maths)
1 x 128 page A4 grid book - available from Maths Dept (approx. $3)
1 x Ruler & Geometry Set (Compass, 450 Set square, 300/60o Set square, Protractor) 1 x Scientific Calculator
Preferred Calculator Models: Casio FX-82AU Plus II, Other models could include, Casio fx-8200AU Or similar.
MUSIC No Yes Headphones or Earphones
PDHPE Yes x 1, 64 page Yes
SCIENCE No No No stationery needed
TECHNOLOGY
Digital Technologies No
Engineered Systems
Materials
Textiles
VISUAL
x 2B pencils
x 2B pencils
Students will be provided with a Visual Art Process Diary
YEAR 9
All students in Year 9 will require:
• Headphones or Earbuds
• Highlighters
• Red and blue biro
• Ruler marked in mm
• Sharpener
• Scissors
• Glue stick
• 2B pencils
• Eraser
When buying A4 bound books – please be careful not to buy lecture pads instead as pages will fall out
SUBJECT
CHILD STUDIES
COMMERCE
COMPUTING TECHNOLOGY
DISCOVERY
ENGLISH
FOOD TECHNOLOGY
GEOGRAPHY
HISTORY
HISTORY - ELECTIVE
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY - ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY -TIMBER
MATHS
REQUIREMENTS
1 x A4 binder booklet, 64 page
1 x A4 bound and punched binder booklet, 128 page
1 x A4 exercise book, 64 page
No stationery needed
2 x A4 bound exercise books, 192 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
1 x apron & beret available from the Uniform Shop
1 x tea towel
1 x 1 litre container to take food home
1 x A4 bound & punched binder book, 128 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
Ruler, coloured pencils, scissors, glue, calculator (use one from Maths)
1 x A4 bound & punched binder book, 128 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
80-100 flashcards (study/ index cards)
1 x A4 bound & punched binder book, 128 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
80-100 flashcards (study/ index cards)
2 x 2B pencil
2 x 2B pencil
1 x 128 Page A4 grid book – available from Maths Dept approx. $3
1 x Scientific Calculator
Preferred Calculator Models: Casio FX-82AU Plus II, Other models could include Casio fx-8200AU Or similar.
MUSIC
PDHPE
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES & SPORTS STUDIES
SCIENCE
VISUAL ART
VISUAL DESIGN
Headphones or Earphones
1 x A4 binder booklet, 64 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
1 x A4 binder booklet, 64 page
No stationery needed
Visual Process Diary supplied by school
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
Visual Diary supplied by school
YEAR 10
All students in Year 10 will require:
• Headphones or Earbuds
• Highlighters
• Red and blue biro
• Ruler marked in mm
• Sharpener
• Scissors
• Glue stick
• 2B pencils
• Eraser
When buying A4 bound books – please be careful not to buy lecture pads instead as pages will fall out
SUBJECT
COMMERCE
COMPUTING TECHNOLOGY
DISCOVERY
DRAMA
REQUIREMENTS
1 x A4 bound & punched binder booklet, 128 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
1 x A4 exercise book, 64 page
No stationery needed
1 x Log book (supplied by school)
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
1 x black trousers or tracksuit pants
1 x black CAPA Shirt (provided)
ENGLISH
FOOD TECHNOLOGY
GEOGRAPHY
HISTORY
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY – ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY - TIMBER
MATHS
MUSIC
PDHPE
PASS
SCIENCE
TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY
VISUAL ART
VISUAL DESIGN
2 x A4 bound exercise books,192 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
1 x apron & beret available from the Unform Stop
1 x tea towel
1 x 1 litre container to take food home
1 x A4 bound & punched binder booklet, 128 pages
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
Ruler, coloured pencils, scissors, glue, calculator (use one from Maths)
1 x A4 bound & punched binder booklet, 128 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
80-100 flashcards (study/ index cards)
2 x 2B pencil
2 x 2B pencil
1 x 128 Page A4 grid book – available from Maths Dept approx. $3
1 x Scientific Calculator
Preferred Calculator Models: Casio FX-82AU Plus II, Other models could include Casio fx8200AU Or similar.
Headphones or Earphones
1 x A4 binder booklet, 64 page
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
1 x A4 binder booklet, 64 page
No stationery needed
Coloured Pencils (keep from Y9) & 1 x A4 display folder (keep from Y9)
1 x A4 Visual Process Diary (If there is at least half the pages left from Year 9 that will be sufficient)
Visual Process Diary supplied by school
1 x 20 sleeve Display Folder
Visual Diary supplied by school
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN
FOR OUR CHILDREN’S SAFETY
This Traffic Management Plan has been produced with the paramount aim of the safety of children when they arrive or leave the College. Compliance with this Plan will also improve traffic flow in peak periods.
1. SPEED LIMIT is strictly 10kph and is a share pedestrian/vehicle area. Please take great care in the carpark to avoid injury or incident.
2. Revised Traffic entrances/exits and Procedures are waiting for completion of works during 2020.
3. TRAFFIC WARDENS will be on duty during peak periods to supervise the movement of students and vehicles. Please follow their instructions.
4. PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS, monitored by Traffic Wardens, should be used in order to promote the safe separation of pedestrians and vehicles.
5. Any PRE-SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN are to be supervised at all times, including holding hands whenever possible.
6. Kiss and Drop zones are supervised
• Display your surname in your windscreen
• If your children are not ready for collection you will need to park and collect for P3, or flow back around for P1.
7. As is the case on public roads, MOBILE PHONES should not be used whilst driving in the car park area.
8. Please take care when OPENING CAR DOORS as that can injure pedestrians and/or cause damage to vehicles.
9. Do not park in adjacent business.
10. Gate 2 and P2 is only for the Little Coasties parents and those on Church Business, unless you hold a permit.
11. Students are to park in student designated carparks.
12. Students travelling on BUSES must use the covered walkway when walking to or from buses and must not use the car park.
13. Observations or suggestions in relation to pedestrian safety and traffic flow are welcome and should be emailed to aritchie@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
CARPARK
PROCEDURE
AFTERNOON
The College has three entrances and four exits. The entrances and exits are numbered so that they correlate with the carpark numbers and the Kiss and Drop numbers. Eg Gate 1 Entry relates to P1 and Kiss and Drop 1.
Collection of K-2 students and siblings only
• Entry via Gate 3 from 3:15pm - Kiss and Drop 3 will be in operation. It would be helpful if you do not park in the Kiss and Drop zone before 3:15pm.
• Use Gate 4 Exit to the roundabout on Avoca Drive.
• Use Gate 1 Entry and P1 to park and collect
Collection of all other students
• Entry via Gate 1 from 3:15pm - Kiss and Drop 1 will be in operation. It would be helpful if you do not park in the Kiss and Drop zone before 3:15pm.
• Use Gate 1 Entry and P1 to park and collect.
• Use Gate 1 Exit to Avoca Drive.
Collection from Little Coasties Pre-School
• Use Gate 2 Entry and P2 to park and collect.
• Siblings who are students at the College can be collected from 3:15pm at the bottom of the Admin stairs.
• Use Gate 2 Exit to Avoca Drive.
KISS AND DROP RULES
Follow all instructions of staff.
• Display your surname (provided by GPCC) on your dash – this allows us to quickly call your child/ren over to meet you.
• If your child/ren are not at the Kiss and Drop 3 point, you will need to park in P4 and collect them.
• Staff will have two-way radios and can locate your children if they are at the wrong Kiss and Drop zone or at the Bus Bay.
COLLEGE MAP
