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Duncraig Senior High School “CARE ≈ ENGAGE ≈ EXCEL” Readshaw Road, Duncraig WA 6023 Telephone: 08 6241 5000 ≈ Fax: 08 9448 0644 Email: duncraig.shs@det.wa.edu.au www.duncraigshs.det.wa.edu.au
Student Details Name: Year:
TAG:
Term Dates – 2011 Term 1:
Commences: 1st February
Concludes: 1st April
Term 2:
Commences: 20th April
Concludes: 2nd July
Term 3:
Commences: 20th July
Concludes: 24th September
Term 4:
Commences: 12th October
Concludes: 16th December
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About the School Using Your Diary This diary is designed to help you with the organisation of your school life. In particular, it should be a record of your work and a reminder of homework to be completed as well as when tests and examinations are imminent. In order to use the diary effectively you need to develop a system. Here are some suggestions which may be of help: » Take your diary to every lesson and home with you each night. » Enter all the work set by teachers: homework, tests, assignments, etc. Put these down not only on the day set, but also on the day due. » Work should be recorded in sufficient detail to enable you to quickly commence the task at home. » Use pencil if alterations are likely. » Use symbols or abbreviations to save space. » Check your diary regularly each morning and night. » Mark off entries when complete. » Use the bookmark to indicate where you are up to. » Use the year planner to forward plan e.g. by putting down when work is due and your revision programme for tests and examinations. » Make sure that all the following entries are made: –– Lesson timetable –– Acknowledgement of circulars sent home to parents –– Absence slips when returning after illness.
School Support Personnel At Duncraig an extensive pastoral care system exists to support and guide our students. The following are some of the people who will be able to guide and assist you at various times.
TAG Teacher Your TAG teacher is the teacher you will see each day (except Wednesday). TAG teachers are responsible for attendance, disseminating information and the writing of references. TAG teachers wherever possible take their group through their five years at Duncraig Senior High School.
Year Coordinator The person in charge of your year group is there to try and help you solve any problems you might experience. The Year Coordinator will keep track of your progress throughout the year and is often the first point of contact for parents. Following are the Year Coordinators for 2010: Year 8
Ms Bavin
Year 9
Ms Evans
Year 11
Ms Watson
Year 12
Ms Ewen
Year 10
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About the School Dean of Studies A person who is available every day to help improve your school achievement.
School Psychologist: Mrs Morrison The School Psychologist is available to listen to any problems you might have. Don’t hesitate to make an appointment at the front office. The office is located in the Student Services block.
Nurse: Ms Laird The nurse is found in the Student Services area and is available to counsel and attend health concerns. The nurse is available every day except Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
Chaplain Another person on the pastoral care team who is available to help. The Chaplain is in the school everyday, located in the Student Services block.
Student Development / Work Placement Off icer: Tracey Loughnan For career guidance and work experience, an excellent resource person to point you in the right direction.
Community Service Coordinator Will assist Year 10, 11 and 12 students to complete community service.
School Policies and Procedures Attendance Attendance is a legal requirement and all absences must be covered by a SMS/telephone call from parent/guardian giving a valid reason for the absence. Notes should be handed to the TAG teacher prior to the absence or on the day of return. Parents/Guardians will receive a text message at 11.00am each day on their mobile phone for those students who are absent. Appointments or interviews should, if possible, be made outside school hours. Under NO circumstances should a student leave the school grounds without permission.
Late to School 1. When a student is late to TAG, the student reports directly to TAG. 2. When a student arrives after TAG but before 9.00am, he/she must report to the Year Coordinators’ office. 3. When a student arrives after 9.00am, he/she must report to the Front Office.
Medical If students are sick they should report to the School Nurse or Front Office. In the case of a medical emergency, parents will be advised and/or the student will be taken to a surgery for treatment. Note: It is most important that the school is notified of any change of address so that it is possible to contact someone in an emergency. No student should leave the school without permission.
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School Policies and Procedures Property All belongings including books and clothing should be clearly marked. Valuable items such as ipods, MP3 players, jewellery and cash should be left at home as we cannot guarantee security.
Lockers Lockers are available for any student requiring one. Please see Year Coordinators about lockers. Students must provide their own padlocks.
Bikes Bikes should be parked in either the Security Compound, which is locked between 8.45am and 2.55pm (no exceptions), or the area next to Upper School Common room. Students should also provide a security lock for bike and helmet.
Cars Student’s cars must be parked on the Gilbert Road frontage north of the letter box. Students must provide registration details to the Year 12 Coordinator.
Clearance Form A reminder that it is a legal requirement that ALL students must be in either employment, education or training until the end of the year they turn 17. If you are considering leaving school please see Mrs Harris. If transferring or leaving a clearance form must be completed.
References and Records The school will provide one official reference for students usually at the end of the final year at school. Students should apply for their reference through the TAG teacher in sufficient time for staff to be consulted. The reference will be available after proper clearance procedures have been completed. Students do not receive a reference if they are transferring to another school. Parents and Students are advised to keep a Portfolio of all official school reports and any certificates and awards they might receive during their schooling. Such evidence is frequently required by employers and also TAFE.
School Dress Code The School Council has endorsed a dress code for all students attending this school. The School Council believes a school dress code: » Fosters and enhances the public image of the school; » Assists in building school and team spirit; » Ensures students are safely dressed for specific school activities; » Encourages equity among students, and » Prepares students for work, as many work places have dress and safety codes. The school uniform shop is open every Monday 1.00pm to 2.00pm and Friday 8.00am to 9.00am.
Denim is not part of the school dress code.
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School Dress
OTHER INFORMATION » Short skirts are NOT to be worn. » Footwear: Blue, white, brown or black leather shoes or sneakers. Sandals with ankle strap are acceptable except in Design & Tech., Home Economics and Science. » No caps to be worn in buildings. » This school uniform is to be worn by all students across the whole school for the year 2010.
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Promotion of a Positive School Environment All members of the school community should attempt to promote a positive school environment. This will lead to a positive school tone, a sense of pride in the school and will contribute to all students being able to maximise their potential. All teachers will undertake to develop classroom practices and teaching approaches that will provide a challenging learning environment within a caring framework, with standardised sanctions when they are necessary. All students should undertake to participate in all classroom activities with enthusiasm, persistence and respect for the learning of their fellow students. One major initiative that operates at Duncraig Senior High School is the Student Rewards for Participation and Excellence.
Rights & Responsibilities of all Members of Our School Community OUR RIGHTS
OUR RESPONSIBILITIES
At Duncraig Senior High School all members of the school community have the right to:
To ensure that this is possible all members of school community have the responsibility to:
» Gain enjoyment, satisfaction and success from their school experience.
» Allow others to learn without interference.
» Be treated with respect.
» Be punctual and arrive at class with all necessary equipment.
» Take pride in their involvement in their school.
» Be polite and courteous to others.
» Work in a safe and healthy environment where property is respected.
» Treat facilities and equipment with care and respect.
» Participate in the school’s decision-making processes.
» Promote the good reputation of the school within the community.
» Have relevant information regarding course content and requirements.
» Support school decisions and policies.
» Meet the requirements of the course of study with work completed on time.
Student Compliance All students are expected to comply with the instructions of staff at all times.
Student Absences » All notes for absences should be handed to the TAG teacher prior to the absence or on the day of return. » Every endeavour should be made to make appointments or interviews for outside school hours. » If students leave the school early, or arrive late, they are to report to the front office and fill in the appropriate form. Students may only leave the school grounds during the school day after obtaining a permission note from the front office. » Students are only allowed in classrooms when a staff member if present or permission is obtained. » Students are only permitted in designated areas of the school. Some area’s are out of bounds to students. (see the map of the school showing the `Out of Bounds’ areas.) » Areas generally out of bounds to students include: –– Staff Rooms unless invited to enter, with a teacher supervising. –– Lockers during class time, or between periods 1/2 or 3/4. –– Carparks at all times. –– Bush areas on northern and eastern boundary of school and ovals. –– The lawn / garden area between the Staff Room, Student Services and carpark.
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School Policies Duncraig Senior High School is a learning community that seeks to provide the resources, skills and guidance to set the foundations for students to become life long learners. Our community values self respect and respect for others, strive for excellence, community responsibility and environmental responsibility.
Bullying Policy All students are expected to be familiar with the School Bullying Policy; hurting other people physically or verbally is unacceptable. (see page 16).
Work Environment Care of school buildings, furniture, grounds and personal property is the responsibility of all students and staff. » Place litter in bins. » Chewing gum, liquid paper and permanent markers are not permitted. » iPods, discmans, MP3 players etc. are not permitted. » Mobile phones are not permitted to be used in school and must be turned off during the school day.
Drug Policy All students are expected to be familiar with the School Drug Policy. » Possession of any drugs (including cigarettes and alcohol) or being in the company of person(s) using drugs is strictly prohibited. » Drug implements ( including cigarette lighters) are not permitted at school. » Spray Deodorants or solvents are not permitted at school.
Transport » Student cars must be parked in the student carpark. Students must provide registration details to the Year 12 Coordinator. » Students bringing bikes to school must place bikes in the enclosures provided and walk with their bikes in school grounds. » Skate boards are not permitted to be bought to school.
Contracts All students are expected to abide by school agreements e.g. INTERNET AGREEMENT and MOBILE PHONE AGREEMENT.
Student Use of Computers All students need to value the learning advantages enhanced by technology at this school. If students do not respect the computers and fail to treat them with care, the following sanctions will be applied.
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