School Policies

UNIFORM EXPECTATIONS

It is expected that all students will be in uniform, as specified in the current Uniform Policy while attending school, at school functions, when representing the school and travelling to and from school.

Students’ are expected to be neat and tidy at all times.  This includes wearing a clean uniform, appropriate shoes.

If for an unavoidable reason a student is unable to meet the uniform requirements on a particular day, then parents/guardians are requested to forward a note in the diary with explanation to the Homegroup Teacher.

When student’s dress does not meet the school requirements and no explanation has been given, parents/guardians will be notified.  Where ongoing non-compliance occurs, disciplinary action may be taken, e.g. a student may not be able to attend certain classes if incorrect footwear is worn and hence must go to the Withdrawal Room.

We are a Sunsmart school and have a “no hat – no play/sit in the sun” policy both during lesson time and at recess and lunch. Bucket / brimmed hats are to be worn for all outdoor activities.

Jewellery should not be worn as it is a safety risk in practical areas.  A watch, plain ring and plain ear studs/sleepers are preferred.  No other visible body piercing is acceptable.

Jeans are not part of the uniform and track pants or jeans are not to be worn under long skirts.

UNIFORM 

Jumper - dark brown wool with green bands at waist, cuff and V-neck
Windcheater - bottle Green polar fleece with ¼ zip with school logo
Scarf - bottle green
Shoes – closed in black or brown preferred as per OHSW requirements
Socks – grey or white socks preferred - football socks are not acceptable
Shirts - grey or white polo with school logo or skivvy
Pants (boys) - plain long school grey trousers or grey shorts
Pants (girls) – plain long, ¾ length or shorts in green or brown
Skirt – Summer bottle green/brown material pleated or A line (lower mid thigh length)
Winter long box pleated tartan fabric (available at MV’s Berri and B&B’s Barmera or material & patterns available from school)
Stockings – black/brown stockings

SPORTS UNIFORM is compulsory for all events when representing the school.
Uniform tops and warm up jackets are provided by the school, with the organizing teacher booking out the uniforms from the library.  Plain black shorts or plain black track pants should be worn.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Students are required to change into sports gear for ALL Physical Education lessons. A change of clothes is necessary, as students must change back into school uniform at the end of the lesson – including at the end of the day.
Pants - black sports shorts / black track pants
Shirts - a GHS sport polo shirt is available for sale @ $20 each
-  a cotton T Shirt in school or House colours is also acceptable 
Shoes - sandshoes and a change of socks is recommended

CASUAL DAYS  - uniform free days
Approximately once each term the School and Student Representative Council designates a “Casual Day” in order to raise funds to support a charitable cause.  On these occasions the following applies:

1. Shoulders must be fully covered (no thin strap styles; sleeveless tops OK)
2. No low necklines or very brief skirts permitted
3. Bare midriffs not permitted (tops and bottoms must overlap)
4. No inappropriate logos
5. Footwear must meet safety requirements for entry into Science laboratories and Technical Studies areas
6. Jewellery should be kept to a minimum.

SECOND HAND UNIFORMS are available at St Vincent de Paul Barmera and Berri’s Second-hand clothing shop, Barmera Primary School.

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PERSONAL PROPERTY

Please ensure that all items of personal property are clearly marked with your name and are kept with you at all times.  Large sums of money and non-essential items of value must NOT be brought to school (eg. MP3 players, computer games etc.) Small amounts of money, calculators, and other valuables should NOT be left unattended in bags or on desks.  The school cannot accept any responsibility for items lost or stolen.

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MOBILE PHONES

Mobile phones brought to school MUST remain out of site and be turned OFF during school hours.  That means, for example, that they cannot be used to send messages, be set to silent alert, nor as a clock or calculator.  This applies to recess, lunch and other breaks.  Failure to comply will result in the phone being confiscated for a period of time.  Emergency contact during the day, whether it be students contacting parents or parents contacting students, must be conducted through Student Reception.  As with any property, the school cannot accept any responsibility for phones that are lost or stolen.

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EMERGENCY CONTACTS

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GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

Aerosol sprays may cause allergic reactions amongst other people and are NOT permitted
Alcohol, tobacco, drugs or implements associated with drugs are NOT permitted.
Ball games may only be played in designated areas not where other people may be injured.
Chewing gum or food is NOT allowed in classrooms.
Courtesy and respect must be shown at all times to other students, staff and visitors to the school.
Water based liquid paper only is permitted, and should only be used sparingly.
Students are expected to arrive to school and class on time or will be given detention to make up lost time.
Students leaving school early must sign out at Student Reception before they leave.  They must either have a note explaining their early departure or be signed out by a parent or guardian.

Students must not interfere with anyone else’s belongs or with anyone else’s person.
Students must not leave school grounds without permission of a teacher.
Visits to the toilet, office, counsellor etc. should be made during BREAKS provided.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL HOMEWORK POLICY 2009

Following a survey conducted for parents, the homework policy was reviewed and updated late 2005 in line with parent feedback.  Consequently the scope of homework and the recognition of students’ skills have broadened considerably.  This addresses the ‘Futures Connect’ strategies advocated by the Education Department.

Homework is an integral part of secondary schooling.  At Glossop High School Middle Campus, it is used in the main for catching up missed work, completion of class work, reading and revision for tests.  Long-term assignments may be set over a period of time.  This develops a student’s organisational skills and allows flexibility of time use to cater for outside commitments.

If a student has no specific homework set it is expected that they focus on extra reading and portfolio work that relates to the activities the student is involved in out of school including the identification of Key Competencies gained. 

The Portfolio work will show recognition of students commitments in the
Community (eg: - coaching, umpiring, church commitments)
Family (eg: - cooking, shopping, house duties, block / family business duties)
Identity / Self (eg: - paid work, sport, dance, music, volunteer work)

The Key Competencies cover: -
KC 1         Collecting, Analysing & Organising Information
KC 2         Communicating Ideas & Information
KC 3         Planning & Organising Activities
KC 4         Working with Others and in Teams
KC 5         Using Mathematical Ideas & Techniques
KC 6         Solving Problems
KC 7         Using Technology
KC 8         Cultural Understandings

It is expected that parents will verify out of school commitments by signing record sheets.  At the middle school level it is expected that students will spend approximately an hour per night.

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SENIOR SCHOOL (Year 11/12) HOMEWORK POLICY 2009          

Students are expected to spend between 3 - 4 hours on each subject per week.

This is considered essential for a student to successfully complete a subject.
These times will vary according to the competence and diligence of the student, although if parents are concerned that a student is spending either insufficient, or too much, time on homework they should contact the school.

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BULLYING AND HARASSMENT

Students at Glossop High School are entitled to feel respected and safe at all times. 

What is bullying?
Bullying is a deliberate effort to hurt, threaten or embarrass another person.  It can be:

1. Verbal:  including name-calling, put downs, making hurtful, sexist or racist remarks, making threats, laughing unkindly.
2. Physical:  including hitting, tripping, poking, bumping, kicking, throwing objects, stealing objects, pulling faces.
3. Social:  including ignoring, hiding from, excluding others, sending offensive or threatening text or internet messages.
4. Psychological: including stalking, dirty looks, spreading rumours, hiding or damaging possessions.

What can I do about it if it happens to me?

What should I do if I see someone being bullied?
It is never acceptable to be a bystander of bullying.  Your inaction only further encourages the bully.  Instead:

1. Let the  bully know they are being a  bully and that the incident will be reported.
2. Do not get physically involved unless you need to prevent someone from being harmed.

Remember – reporting a bully is not “dobbing” … it is the right thing to do!

What will happen if I am caught bullying or harassing?
The staff and students at Glossop High School takes bullying and harassment very seriously.  If you have behaved in this way you may be involved in mediation with the other person/s, counselling, receive a formal harassment warning or if extremely serious or repeated situations occur you could be suspended from school.

Bullying No Way!    Website: www.bullyingnoway.com.au

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WHAT DO I DO IF…

I am late to school?

Report to Student Reception and complete data entry into EDSAS data for records.

I am absent?

On the day you return, a note explaining your absence should be given to your Homegroup Teacher.  A phone notice of absence will be transferred from the Office to the teacher.

I become ill at school?

Notify your subject teacher and obtain permission to go to Student Reception Sick Bay.

I lose something?

Check with Student Reception where lost property is stored.
Report any losses to your Homegroup or subject teacher.  They may decide to use the Daily Bulletin to help in locating missing items.  Clothing and equipment that is named can easily be returned to you.

I can’t do sport?

A note must be given to the sport teacher and you must still be present at the lesson/venue, though not required to participate.

I have to leave class early?

Where possible, dental and medical appointments should be made out of school time.  Students should bring a note from their parents/guardians to the Homegroup Teacher who will sign the note and record the details.  You should sign out at Student Reception data counter before leaving school.

I need to miss a day at school?

Any requests for time away from school must be made by your parents/guardians to the Principal or Deputy Principal in writing or by phone.  Early departure for holidays and late returns to school are not encouraged.

I am absent for a long time?

The Homegroup Teacher should be contacted to arrange work to be sent to you.  A medical certificate should be sent to the School, or given to your Homegroup Teacher on your return.  Written requests for exemptions from school for up to 4 weeks can be obtained from the Principal.

I can’t wear uniform or the correct shoes?

Students should bring a note from the parents/guardians to the Homegroup Teacher who will sign the note and record the details.

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LEAVING THE SCHOOL DURING THE DAY

Middle School Procedures

To ensure that students who leave the school during the day are collected by the appropriate person, a student should:
1.         Provide a note (in diary) to the Home Group Teacher - this will be signed by the Home Group Teacher and indicated on the daily absentee list.
2.         Report to Front Office with the note, and sign out using the Incidental Absences Computer. Bring your diary and ID card with you. Wait inside reception until collected by the appropriate person.

LATE FOR SCHOOL:

1. Report to the Front Office with ID card and diary for signing in.

2. A note from parents is also required.

LEAVING THE SCHOOL PERMANENTLY:

1.         Bring a note from a parent to Home Group Teacher.
2.         Fill in details on a green Leaver’s form available from a student reception.
3.         Return all books to the Resource Centre, Book Loan Room (within Resource Centre), and Science Laboratory. Return all sports equipment and uniforms and obtain clearance signatures.
4.         See all subject teachers and get signatures.

5. Return the form to the School Admin Officer when all signatures have been obtained.  This process will take about half a day.

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ATTENDANCE AT SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS:

All students, regardless of their age are expected to attend school every day, except where sickness or other unavoidable circumstances arise. Research has clearly established that one of the most important factors in student progress is regular attendance.

If your child is away, on their return, please send a written note with him/her explaining the reason for absence.  This note should be on paper, so that it can be kept for reference by the class teacher. Slips for this purpose are printed in the school diary.

If you have prior knowledge that your child will be absent from school for any reason, please assist by communicating with the teacher before that date, so that appropriate arrangements can be made. When a student will be absent for a longer period of time, eg a family holiday, an exemption from school may be required. Please contact the front office to organise.
NOTE:  Attendance is required by law until a student turns 17 years of age.

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