School Vision/School Ethos

PARENT INFORMATION BOOKLET 2015School Vision Our shared vision is of a school that provides a supportive and challenging learning environment which embodies a culture of respect. Our students will develop a love of learning and strive for personal excellence. Centaurus Street, Rockingham WA 6168 Phone: (08) 9528 2200 Facsimile: (08) 9592 4758 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.bungareeps.wa.edu.au CONTENTS Principal’s Welcome School Vision/School Ethos The West Australian Curriculum Priority Areas 2015, The Outcomes We Seek, Customer Focus School Times, The School Year, School Development Days Arrival Time at School Absences Enrolment and Transfers Emergencies & Medical Voluntary Contributions & Charges Items for Personal Use, Excursion/Performance Charge School Uniform & Dress Code Policy Assemblies Bicycles / Scooters Concerns Dogs Facebook Health Information – Infectious Diseases Medication Insurance (School Children) Leaving School Grounds During School Hours Collecting Students at the End of the Day Lost Property Make Up & Jewellery Mobile Phones & Electronic Devices Money Collection Newsletters Parents & Citizens School Board Parent Interviews Parent Involvement P & C Canteen Parking School Property School Security Smoking School Reporting School Services, School Psychologist, Student Services Sport Use of School Premises Student Leadership Behaviour Management School Expectations Rights And Responsibilities The Teacher’s Role The Administration’s Role Whole School Incentive System Brilliant Kids Morning Tea Choose Respect Code of Behaviour Homework Policy Setting Work For Absent Students Whole Body Listening Class Placement Policy Advance Australia Fair /Respect School Song School Map PRINCIPAL’S WELCOMEDear Parents/CaregiversWelcome to Bungaree Primary School (PS). We have a clear vision and purpose, focusing on excellence in teaching and learning with strong community partnerships. Every child matters every day.BUNGAREE where… Children learn, Parents help, Teachers teach.Through our motto “Excellence through Effort” we aim to provide the best possible education for each child who attends our school, helping them to develop a broad range of skills to enable them to develop responsibility for their own direction in life and to be prepared for an ever changing world. Bungaree PS is an Independent Public School from 2015. This West Australian State initiative provides us and the school community with more ownership of key decisions and increased flexibility to meet student needs. As part of this initiative a school board will be formed during 2015. The School Board will replace the School Council.This booklet has been prepared to explain the everyday workings of our school to parents/caregivers, especially those who have children attending our school for the first time. It is supplemented by our fortnightly newsletter. It is hoped that the information provided will assist parents/caregivers in understanding the procedures that are necessary to ensure the smooth running of our school. A strong partnership between the school and home helps make Bungaree PS an attractive educational environment for your children. More information about Bungaree PS can be found at www.bungareeps.wa.edu.auBy continuing to work together as a team we will ensure a positive learning environment is provided to enhance outcomes for all students. Students who attend school on time and have at least 90% attendance are well placed to achieve their potential. Your commitment to ensuring your child attends school regularly and is punctual is vital for your child’s future. Whole school planning with an emphasis on explicit teaching strategies and improved standards of excellence will continue as a focus as we implement the West Australian Curriculum for 2015. We have a strong culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a safe, happy and beneficial school environment. We have a close working relationship with Peel Language Development School (PLDS) with three classes being part of a shared school campus. Our school is supported by an active Parents and Citizens’ (P & C) group. Your involvement in the P & C will help keep you informed about current issues and progress in our school.Your partnership with the school is highly valued. I believe that positive interaction between your child and their teachers is essential for meaningful educational progress. We look forward to working together to make the years of education a rewarding experience for your child.Janine Kinninment PRINCIPALSCHOOL PHONE NUMBERSAdministration 9528 2200 Kindergarten 9528 6068Bungaree Dental 9527 5658 Peel LDS 9527 9063 GENERAL INFORMATIONSCHOOL VISION Our shared vision is of a school that provides a supportive and challenging learning environment which embodies a culture of respect. Ours students will develop a love of learning and strive for personal excellence. SCHOOL ETHOS The staff of Bungaree PS have adopted the four core values of the Department of Education. These being:  LEARNING As a staff . . . we demonstrate a positive approach to learning and encourage it in others. . . . we advance student learning based on the belief that all students have the capacity to learn.  EXCELLENCE As a staff . . . we have and demonstrate high expectations of our students and ourselves. . . . we, in keeping with our motto - “Excellence Through Effort”, set and strive to achieve standards of excellence.  EQUITY As a staff . . . we nurture a workplace that is free of discrimination, abuse or exploitation. . . . in our association with the school and wider community we recognise the differing circumstances and needs of our students and dedicate ourselves to achieving the best possible outcomes for all.  CARE As a staff . . . we treat ALL individuals with care. . . . our relationships are based on trust, mutual respect and the acceptance of responsibility.In accepting the above values, we acknowledge that our ‘Actions’ will speak louder than the printed words.THE WEST AUSTRALIAN CURRICULUM The West Australian Curriculum encompasses the Australian Curriculum, setting out the knowledge, understandings, skills, values and attitudes that students are expected to acquire. The curriculum has a twenty-first century focus which includes three cross-curriculum priorities and seven general capabilities. The West Australian Curriculum comprises:1. The Early Years Learning Framework 2. Kindergarten Curriculum Guidelines 3. PrePrimary to Year 10 Curriculum Given the phased development of the Australian Curriculum, we will be teaching some learning areas from the Australian Curriculum supplemented by learning areas described in the former West Australian Curriculum Framework. As the West Australian Curriculum is developed, it will gradually replace the Curriculum Framework in Western Australia. PRIORITY AREAS 2015 The following areas will be given a high priority in our teaching and learning programmes for 2015 and link to our business plan:  WA Curriculum (with a focus on; Literacy, Numeracy and Science).  Connecting to the Community.  Pastoral Care.There will be a clear focus on:  Early intervention (EI) and identification of Students at Educational Risk (SAER).  Strategies for prevention and minimization of literacy and numeracy failure in the early years.  Improved standard of written student work including workbooks being covered.THE OUTCOMES WE SEEK Staff of Bungaree PS seek to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence, to achieve the student’s potential and contribute to society. We believe that children learn best when:  Strong relationships exist within the school community built on mutual respect.  They take responsibility for their own learning and behaviour, whilst acknowledging the rights of others to learn.  There is a flexible learning environment which acknowledges a range of developmental learning styles.  They experience success and receive positive, truthful, constructive and consistent feedback, to enhance a sense of purpose.  They are encouraged and involved in teamwork, providing challenges and promoting success.  They have a consistent, happy, safe, healthy environment where they feel valued and included.  They have access to relevant and appropriate resources.  They are encouraged and motivated to set and achieve personal goals and strive for individual excellence in all endeavours.  They are encouraged to take risks and build resilience.  Clear explicit standards, expectations and boundaries are known and understood by all.CUSTOMER FOCUS Bungaree PS is proud of its tradition of serving the educational needs of Rockingham students for over four decades and maintaining standards of academic and social excellence. We are an Independent Public School that provides educational services for children from Kindergarten through to Year 6. The school has an enrolment of approximately 280 students. We operate Kindergarten, PrePrimary, P/1 and 8 classes from Year 1 to Year 6. We are proud to support our three classes from the PLDS. The school offers a comprehensive range of learning activities. It is well resourced and has specialist teachers in Science, Music and Physical Education. The Staff, School Board and P&C Committee are all involved in the development of plans to address school needs. Student Services include School Nurse, School Psychologist, Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer, School Chaplain and Dental Therapy Unit. Bungaree PS is committed to furthering the educational needs of all its students for the future.The fundamental purpose of programs undertaken at Bungaree PS is to provide structure around which students may build knowledge, understanding and values. SCHOOL TIMES: DAILY TIMETABLE 8.30 Classroom open 8.40 – 10.30 Learning commences 10.30 -10.50 Morning recess 10.48 Warning siren 10.50 - 12.30 Learning resumes 12.30 -1.05 Lunch - Children eat their lunch under teacher supervision in the undercover area for the first 10 minutes. 1.02 Warning siren 1.05 - 2.45 Learning resumes 2.45 School finishes THE SCHOOL YEAR SEMESTER 1: Thursday 29th January (Staff commence) Term 1 Monday 2nd February (Students commence) to Thursday 2nd April 1st Term Holiday: Friday 3rd April –Sunday 19TH April Term 2 Monday 20th April (Staff/Students commence) to Friday 3rd July 2nd Term Holiday: Saturday 4th July – Sunday 19th July SEMESTER 2: Term 3 Monday 20th July (Staff commence) Tuesday 21st July (Students commence) to Friday 25th September 3rd Term Holiday: Saturday 26th September – Sunday 11th October Term 4 Monday 12th October (Staff/Students commence) to Thursday 17th December (last day staff Friday 18th December)SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT DAYS 2015 Term 1 Thursday 29th January, Friday 30th January and Monday 16th March Term 2 Tuesday 28th April Term 3 Monday 20th July ARRIVAL TIME AT SCHOOL Children should not arrive before 8.15am. If they do, it is expected that they assemble in the under cover area before classes commence, where they are supervised. Students are to be seated in the under cover area. Students accompanied with a parent/carer may wait within the school e.g. wet areas. Normal school rules apply when using these areas. The siren will sound at 8.30am for teachers to open their classrooms.ABSENCES If your child is absent from school we suggest you phone the school as early as possible and leave a message for the classroom teacher informing them of your child’s absence, especially in cases of extended absences. All absences should be explained in writing on your child’s return to school. (This is a legal requirement in the Education Act.) Home visits for lunch must be covered by a written explanation. Regular home visits for lunch may be covered by one written explanation, at the beginning of each term. Absences totalling 10 days or more, whether consecutive or accumulative will be followed up formally by the Associate Principal. This also includes students who are continually late to school. Arriving late interrupts their learning and can also disrupt the learning of others. We have three designated Attendance Officers who can support you with school attendance issues. ENROLMENT AND TRANSFERS It is necessary to present a birth certificate or extract along with immunisation records when enrolling children in Kindergarten, PrePrimary or primary school. Two proof of address documents are required when enrolling, e.g. phone bill, rental agreement. Children in Kindergarten must turn 4 and PrePrimary must turn 5 before June 30th. Children will be enrolled in Kindergarten providing a vacancy is available. PrePrimary is the first year of compulsory schooling. Bungaree PS accepts enrolments based on our intake area (see www.det.wa.edu.au/ schoolsonline). An application form must be completed and signed by a parent/carer. It is essential that the school has an alternative contact number for your child in the event of an accident or illness. All enrolments are handled by the Registrar or School Officer at the school’s front office.Please advise your child’s teacher or the office staff in advance if you are leaving Bungaree PS. This will allow for the collection of your child’s belongings, class work etc. Student records are forwarded by Bungaree PS upon notification from the new school of your child’s enrolment. EMERGENCIES & MEDICAL Parents are requested to make sure that the emergency address and phone number registered on the child’s admission form is kept up to date. This will avoid unnecessary delays in providing medical attention to your child. We find it most convenient if you can supply the name and telephone number of a neighbour or friend for this purpose. Working parents are also requested to keep the school informed of changes to their employment address. Home addresses should also be kept current. A medical form is to be completed at the commencement of each year for students with special medical needs. Please complete a change of information form and return to the front office when changes occur to contact details and medical information.VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS & CHARGES The total amount of contributions parents and carers are being asked to pay has been contained within the $60.00 maximum set in the School Education Regulations 2000. Money collected will be used to supplement school expenditure. The actual costs per child are shown in the Voluntary Contributions & Charges table. While contributions are voluntary the quality of our teaching and learning program will be maximised when each family makes its contribution. The total voluntary contributions for the following year are advised to each family in December.ITEMS FOR PERSONAL USE IN THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM The charge for personal use items will vary from student to student. The recommended list of materials will be sent home to families during Term 4 each year. The P&C arranges a nominated supplier, however parents/carers are not obliged to use this service. Students will need all requirements listed on the booklists to effectively participate in the educational program. Parents/carers who are having difficulties with payment are asked to discuss alternative arrangements with the Principal. The financial circumstances of families will always be taken into consideration regarding payment of costs.EXCURSION/PERFORMANCE CHARGE This charge covers the cost of all visiting artists and excursions. The amount is set by the School Board annually and appears on the charges and voluntary contributions sheet. Classroom teachers budget their excursions/incursions to this figure. All activities that have a charge attached must be paid prior to a child taking part in the activity. If a payment plan is required please discuss this with the Registrar, to arrange a payment plan, as soon as a note is received about an excursion/performance charge. It is Department of Education policy to be notified of any non-payment and the school may engage a debt collector to recover the payment owing. SCHOOL UNIFORM DRESS CODE POLICY http://bungareeps.wa.edu.au/information/policies/ A school uniform (dress code) gives children a sense of belonging and improves the tone of the school. The school uniform provides an important safety factor as our students can easily be identified as belonging to Bungaree PS. School uniforms are also a very practical form of dress for school activities. Parental support for the wearing of uniforms has been very positive at Bungaree PS. The embroidered updated school logo shirts are available for purchase where the printed original style logo shirts are no longer available. Children need to wear a bucket hat if they wish to play in the sun. Throughout the year most physical education activities will be held outdoors so a hat is also required at these times. This complies with our Sun Smart Policy. For interschool activities, children will be advised about what they need to wear. For school excursions it is expected that students will wear their school uniform. Students wearing inappropriate dress will not be permitted on the excursion. Parents/carers will be contacted. Blue denim, multi-coloured shirts, tops without backs and sleeves, shirts with slogans are not considered appropriate for wearing to school (including tank tops, halter necks and shoe string straps). Where inappropriate clothing has been worn, parent/caregivers will be contacted. Thongs are not suitable footwear for school. Shoes, joggers or sandals are approved for wearing to school as they afford more protection. Part of the school uniform such as shirts, jackets and hats are available from the P&C uniform shop. Order forms are available from the school front office. The school uniform can be purchased directly from the uniform shop. The P & C Uniform shop is run by parent volunteers. It is open on Thursday’s from 8.15 – 9.00am.School Uniform consists of:Boys Girls Black shorts and white crew neck / Black shorts, pants, skorts or skirt. Summer polo knit shirt with school logo. White crew neck/polo knit shirt with school logo.White crew neck / polo knit shirt with White crew neck / polo knit shirt Winter school logo. with school logo. Black tracksuit pants, black and grey Black tracksuit pants, black and windcheater with school logo. grey windcheater with school logo. Micro fibre black and white jacket. Micro fibre black and white jacket. Faction shirt for faction competitions. Faction shirt for faction competitions. Sports Year 6 Leavers Shirt. Leavers Shirt. StudentsCHANGES TO THE DRESS REQUIREMENTS Changes to the school’s uniform policy will be managed in consultation with the teaching staff and the School Board. Temporary changes, such as the option of not wearing school uniform for an excursion, or ‘free dress’ day are decided by the Principal in consultation with the organising teacher.Please ensure all removable clothing is clearly and permanently marked with your child’s name. A lost property box is located outside of Room 10. NON-COMPLIANCE School staff actively encourage the wearing of the correct school uniform, with full support from the School Board. A student that is not exempted from wearing the school uniform and who does not comply with the dress code may be prevented from participating in an activity where the student would have been representing the school (e.g. interschool sports competition, public choir performance).Bungaree Primary School Dress Code Policy Rationale Bungaree Primary School Board supports a school dress code policy and encourages the wearing of the school uniform. This policy supports the Department of Education’s requirement that students attending government schools are required to be dressed appropriately for school activities.Policy Bungaree PS believes that the school dress code: - Ensures students are safely dressed for school activities e.g. physical education. - Encourages equity among students. - Develops a sense of identity and school pride. - Fosters and enhances the public image of the school.Operational Guidelines Dress Code Requirements  Bungaree shirt with school logo.  Optional Kindergarten/PrePrimary orange shirt with logo.  Optional Year 6 graduation shirt and leadership team shirt for selected students.  Bucket hat with school logo.  Black shorts for boys/girls.  Black skorts or black skirt for girls.  Black & white micro fibre jacket with school logo.  Black & grey windcheater with school logo.  Black tracksuit pants.  Bungaree faction shirt for PE lessons or on sporting events such as athletics practice, carnival days.  Appropriate footwear that is protective of the students’ feet e.g. sandals with a back strap, sandshoes.  Students must wear the school uniform on excursions.  Jeans are permitted to be worn on specific occasions as directed by the Principal or classroom teacher e.g. Jeans for Genes Day.  Students are not permitted to wear clothing that display large slogans, brand names, pictures or any material of an offensive or inappropriate nature.  Denim, short shorts such as running shorts, board shorts or patterned shorts are not an appropriate part of the regular dress requirements for students.Modification of the Dress Code - Plain white shirt may be worn. - Black leggings or long black or grey pants may be worn. - Broad brimmed black hat may be worn. - Plain grey windcheater may be worn. - For safety reasons long ‘false’ nails or the wearing of jewellery is not recommended at Bungaree PS. Students may have small stud earrings or sleepers in pierced ears. Other piercings may need to be removed or covered for safety reasons while at school. - Students not following the school dress code may not be permitted to attend excursions or school activities outside the school. ASSEMBLIES Assemblies are usually conducted every second Tuesday morning commencing at 8.50 am. The National Anthem is sung, along with the school song, acknowledgment of country is said, Honour Certificates presented and matters of importance announced. The class responsible for the running of the assembly also provides an item of entertainment. A mini assembly is held on alternate Tuesdays. It is run by the Student Leaders.BICYCLES/SCOOTERS Bicycles and scooters should be parked in the bike racks provided. It is recommended that they be secured with a suitable chain and lock. In the interest of student safety, bikes, scooters, skateboards and rollerblades must not be ridden in the school grounds. Bike helmets must be worn while riding to school. Parents/caregivers will be advised when students are not complying with wearing bike helmets. Parents should ensure bikes meet relevant safety standards.CONCERNS Should there be a matter or issue which is of concern to you, please do not hesitate to contact the class teacher. A discussion, phone call or letter will usually clear up any queries or misunderstandings which may arise from time to time. If you feel the matter has not been resolved, please contact the office so that an appointment can be made with an Associate Principal or Principal. The Department of Education’s Complaints Management Policy can be found on the Department’s web site at http://www.det.wa.edu.au/education/complaints.DOGS Parents are requested to ensure that their dogs DO NOT follow children to school. Dogs are a considerable nuisance and dangerous situations may arise. The Ranger will be contacted to remove dogs from the school grounds. Parents are also requested not to bring dogs onto school premises when dropping off or picking up students. FACEBOOK An information only Parent Facebook page is available to Bungaree parents/carers. See www.facebook.com/pages/Whats-happening-at-Bungaree-PS/133636926734023. Postings to this page must follow the Department of Education Code of Conduct.HEALTH INFORMATION - INFECTIOUS DISEASES A Community Health Nurse visits the school throughout the year. The Health Nurse can:  Do health assessments for vision, hearing and general development issues.  Help school staff and parents develop health care plans for students with special medical needs.  Provide information and support students and their families to make informed decisions about their health, well-being and development.  Work with teachers to support health education sessions.  If required, refer students to another health professional within the school health services.If you want to access the Community Health Nurse please contact administration. Please remember that we do not have facilities at school for children who are unwell. They need rest at home. MEDICATION Upon enrolling your child you are requested to complete a Student Admission Form. On the form you are asked to provide information regarding your child’s medical history. All allergies and medical conditions must be stated. If your child is self administering any medication such as an asthma puffer this should be brought to the school’s attention. We discourage medication being stored in student’s bags. If your child needs assistance to administer any medication, be it short term or long term, you need to contact the Principal or Associate Principal who will assist you with the procedure that must be followed. Medication will not be administered by staff without the appropriate documentation and authorisation.The following common ailments require a period of exclusion from school unless a doctor is prepared to issue a medical certificate to say the child is free from infection and well enough to return to normal school activities. CHICKEN POX (Varicella virus) Exclude until recovered, or until at least 1 week after the eruption first appears. Some remaining scabs are not cause for continued exclusion. CONJUNCTIVITIS (Various bacteria and viruses) Exclude until discharge from eyes has ceased. DIARRHOEA (Various bacteria and viruses) Exclude while diarrhoea is present. GLANDULAR FEVER (Epstein-Barr Virus) Infectious Mononucleosis. Exclude while symptoms remain. HEAD LICE (Pediculus Capitis) Exclude until effective treatment has been instituted and lice removed from hair. Family contact will probably be infested and should be treated. Other close contacts should be checked regularly for signs of infestation. IMPETIGO School Sores (Various bacteria, usually staphylococci and streptococci) Exclude until effective treatment (including the proper use of occlusive dressings) has been instituted. INFLUENZA-LIKE ILLNESS (Various viruses) Re-admit on recovery. MEASLES (Measles virus) Exclude, re-admit on medical certificate of recovery, or 4 days after appearance of the rash if well. Non-immunised contacts will be excluded for 13 days after the appearance of rash in the last case identified in the school, unless contact was immunised within 72 hours of first exposure. MENINGOCOCCAL MENINGITIS (Neisseria Meningitidis) Exclude, re-admit on medical certificate of recovery. RINGWORM (Certain species of fungi)Tinea, pityriasis versicolor. Exclude until appropriate treatment has commenced, re-admit on medical certificate. Any visible sores are to be covered after readmission. RUBELLA (German Measles - Rubella Virus) Exclude, re-admit on recovery or 5 days after onset of rash. SCABIES (Sarcoptes Scabiei - itch mite) Exclude until effective treatment has begun. WHOOPING COUGH (Pertussis - Bordetella Pertussis) Exclude, re-admit on medical certificate of recovery. WORMS, INTESTINAL Exclude if symptomatic. INSURANCE (SCHOOL CHILDREN) The Department of Education does not have accident insurance cover for students while travelling to or from, or attending school. Several firms offer a 24 hour accident insurance scheme for school children. The period is generally the financial year (July 1 to June 30). LEAVING SCHOOL GROUNDS DURING SCHOOL HOURS During the hours from 8.40am to 2.45pm, children are our responsibility, and whilst in our care THEY MUST NOT LEAVE WITHOUT OUR KNOWLEDGE. If, for example, you have a medical or dental appointment, please inform the school office or classroom teacher. Children are not permitted to wander from school under any circumstances. A booklet to record students leaving school grounds is required to be signed by parents/caregivers when picking up students. A “Leave Pass” will be provided which must be presented to the classroom teacher, before a student will be released from class. This must be collected from the office. *Children who regularly go home for lunch require a note at the beginning of each term.COLLECTING STUDENTS AT THE END OF THE DAY Students waiting for day care buses are asked to wait by the flag pole at the front of the school. This area is supervised by a staff member. If you have to collect your child during the day and your child is normally collected by child care, please remember to advise child care of the change to collection arrangements. Parents are asked to collect their children as close to home time as possible (2.45pm) to avoid causing any concern or distress to their child. Please phone the school on 9528 2200 and advise if you have been delayed. Please do not wait for your child in the wet area outside the classrooms before 2:45pm as these areas are being used as an extension of the classroom up until the end of the school day. LOST PROPERTY Each year we have a substantial number of items that remain unclaimed. To help prevent this from occurring it is important that you label all your child’s clothing and stationery (especially hats), using a permanent marker. All lost property is stored outside Room 10 and is displayed from time to time outside the Associate Principal’s office. Throughout the term, the unclaimed items will be advertised and if still unclaimed, the items will be given to charity at the end of each term.MAKE UP & JEWELLERY It is neither necessary nor appropriate for students to wear make-up at school and they are therefore not permitted to do so. Where there are medical reasons for wearing cosmetics at school, parents are required to provide a note explaining why. Items such as dangling earrings, multiple bangles, facial studs and jewellery should not be worn to school because of the possibility of loss, damage or injury to the wearer or to another student.MOBILE PHONES & ELECTRONIC DEVICES Mobile phones and electronic devices (iPods, mp3 players etc) are not recommended for students at Bungaree PS. Parents who require their child to have a mobile phone at school need to complete a consent form. Students hand their mobile phones in at the front office in the morning and collect them in the afternoon. Bungaree PS will not accept responsibility for loss or damage to electronic devices on school property. MONEY COLLECTION If money is to be sent to the school for any purpose, PLEASE PLACE THE CORRECT AMOUNT IN A SEALED AND TAPED ENVELOPE. Mark the child’s name, room number and purpose of the money on the outside of the envelope and hand to the classroom teacher.NEWSLETTERS The school’s newsletter and other information is available from the school’s website. The address is http://www.bungareeps.wa.edu.au. Newsletters will be available fortnightly to inform parents of the school activities and forthcoming events. It is important that parents read the newsletter as this is our main means of communication between school and home. In 2015 the newsletter will be available online. Please advise the office if you require a paper copy. PARENTS & CITIZENS The objectives of the P&C Association are: a) Foster community interest in education. b) Promote closer liaison between the school and the community. c) Assist in the provision of school amenities.Meetings are generally held twice a term in the Conference Room (formally Room 4). Please check the newsletter for meeting dates. New families are always welcome to establish new friendships and help share the work load. Membership costs of $1.00 are payable to the P&C Secretary at the Annual General Meeting. There is a “P&C” tab with information from our hard working P & C group, available on the school’s website http://www.bungareeps.wa.edu.au. Please support them in their efforts to make Bungaree PS an even better school.SCHOOL BOARD Bungaree PS will have a School Board commencing in 2015 which can comprise of up to ten people: three parent representatives, three community representatives, two staff representatives, a P & C representative and the Principal. The School Board has a major voice in shaping the direction of education and planning in the school. A parent representative is a parent, carer or guardian of a student enrolled at Bungaree PS. A community representative can be an extended family member e.g. grandparent, uncle, aunt or a member of the community.PARENT INTERVIEWS Parent/carer input and interest is encouraged at Bungaree PS. If at any time, you have an issue you wish to discuss with a staff member please contact the school office and make an appointment. Teachers may request parent interviews throughout the year if the need arises. It is vitally important that regular parent/teacher contact be developed. If you have a concern regarding your child we encourage you to approach the classroom teacher and discuss this. If you need further assistance beyond this please come and see administration. During the first few weeks of the school year all teachers hold Parent Information Sessions to outline their philosophy and expectations. I would recommend that all parent/carers attend these sessions. You will be notified by your child’s classroom teacher when these information sessions will occur for your child.PARENT INVOLVEMENT The ‘open door’ policy with regards to parent/carer involvement has been and always will be encouraged throughout our school community. The staff are very keen to involve parent/carers in school life as much as possible. As you play a vital part in the total education of your children you are invited to participate in a number of ways, for example:  In the classroom - listening to reading, assisting with writing, maths activities, art/craft  Sharing talents - playing musical instruments, demonstrating craft skills, typing stories  Helping in the library - reading stories, repairing, covering books etc.  Before school reading in the Conference RoomParent/carers are required to complete a confidentiality form available from the classroom teacher when regularly visiting/assisting in the classroom. Please note that if you are willing to help you may need to have a Working With Children Check (WWCC) card. Your child’s class teacher will advise you if you require a WWCC card. All visitors to the school need to sign in and out at the front office or for Early Childhood at the PrePrimary/Kindergarten classrooms. Please contact your child’s teacher to discuss ways in which you would like to be involved with the educational program. P&C CANTEEN During Term 1 it will be investigated if a school canteen is viable for 2015. PARKING Between the hours of 8.00am – 9.00am and 2.15pm – 3.15pm it is a very busy time for the drop off and pick up of students. Parents are requested to adhere to the following: The Staff car park is NOT to be use for dropping off or picking up children. Visitors, Parents/carers are required to park in the official Parent car parking area. There is also a designated, clearly signed DISABLED PARKING BAY. The correct ACROD sticker must be displayed to use this area. Road parking is permissible but must adhere to council regulations. Council parking inspectors do make regular checks around our school to ensure the safety of our school community.SCHOOL PROPERTY We are proud of our school and what we have in it. Much time, effort and money has been spent developing our school resources. You are therefore asked to encourage your child to treat all school property with respect. Depleted and damaged items are not easily replenished.SCHOOL SECURITY To create a safer and more secure school environment all visitors, contractors and volunteers are required to use the “Sign In” book located at the front office. This ensures that during an evacuation – EVERYONE is accounted for. SMOKING Smoking is banned both indoors and outdoors on all Department of Education premises. The ban covers school properties up to the boundaries and applies to students, staff and all visitors. If parents wish to smoke they must leave the premises. SCHOOL REPORTING Reporting to parents is a vital part of developing and maintaining the partnership between the school and parents/carers. Key Elements A. Introduction to the Year-All teachers use a parent meeting to outline classrooms expectations and to show links between teaching, learning and assessment. You will be notified by your classroom teacher when these sessions will occur for your child.B. Reporting cycle: Formal Written reports, Year K-6. Term 2 Summative Report - Week 10. Parent Interviews if required in Week 11. Term 3 Open Night / Learning Journey. Term 4 Summative Report - Week 10. C. NATIONAL TESTING NAPLAN Testing will be conducted in Week 4 of Term 2 commencing the 12th May, 2015. Students in Years 3 and 5 complete National Testing Assessment in Literacy and Numeracy. On Entry testing is for all PrePrimary students and selected Yr 1 students. Students are tested in Term 1 and Term 4. In addition teachers also provide information to parents/carers in a variety of informal ways. This can include informal discussions before or after school, telephone conversations and email. SCHOOL SERVICES Kindergarten/PrePrimary A special information booklet is issued to parents of four year old and five year old children. See also the Department of Education ECE Operational Handbook. http://www.det.wa.edu.au/curriculumsupport/earlychildhood/d etcms/navigation/guidelines-legislations-and-policies/? oid=MultiPartArticle-id-11573757Library All children MUST have a library bag before they can borrow books. Loans are made on a weekly basis. Computers and CD Roms, Reference books, tapes, games, magazines etc. are available only for use in the library.School Dental Service The School Dental Service provides screening and general preventative dental care from PrePrimary to Year 6. Bungaree PS has an on-site Dental Therapy unit that can be contacted on 9527 5658.SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST The Department of Education provides a School Psychologist to Bungaree PS to support teaching staff to address the needs of all students.During the course of the year there may be some children who experience learning problems. Should teachers become concerned about the academic, social or behavioural adjustment of a child in the school, they discuss the problem with the Principal or Associate Principal, who may or may not enlist the services of the School Psychologist. The services of the School Psychologist are free and are available upon referral. Parents may also make an appointment to discuss any concerns they have regarding the progress and development of their children with the School Psychologist. The Associate Principal - Student Services, coordinates this process.STUDENT SERVICES Bungaree PS has an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Officer (AIEO) and a Youth CARE School Chaplain who assist with the Pastoral Care of our school community. SPORT FACTION COMPETITION Bungaree PS is divided into three factions. All children, Year 1 to 6 will be placed into a faction. Where possible, members of a family are placed in the same faction. Faction Colours: Red - Peron Gold - Mangles Green - Richmond A school faction point competition is undertaken each term. A trophy will be awarded to the winning faction. INTERSCHOOL SPORT In order to help foster the appropriate attitudes of courtesy, consideration and cooperation, interschool fixtures will be arranged from time to time during the year. When it is necessary to travel to another school, a permission note will be required for each participant. This will detail the date, purpose of the event, cost and mode of transport. An updated Medical Form must be completed before each excursion. Notes and money must be returned no less than one week prior to the excursion for students to be able to attend the event. In 2015 students and staff will work together to design an interschool sport uniform. USE OF SCHOOL PREMISES Committees and organisations wishing to use the school premises can arrange this through consultation with the Principal. The school is otherwise ‘out of bounds’ outside of school hours. (This is a Department of Education Regulation).STUDENT LEADERSHIP This group of students play a very important role throughout the school. Their responsibilities are managed by a Year 6 teacher and the Administration. Leadership skills are developed through a range of activities. In 2015 there will be 6 student councillors that include a Head Girl and Head Boy. There will be six student Faction Captains and Co-Captains who are managed by the Physical Education Teacher. These students are called the Bungaree Leadership Team. The leadership team will be identified, when in public, by their leadership shirt. BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT The key to effective student behaviour management is high quality positive relationships between teachers, students and parents, characterized by trust, mutual respect and tolerance. All decisions relating to the management of student behaviour are made according to principles of procedural fairness, being culturally sensitive and being responsive to specific student needs.Parents are notified by phone/letter if a problem is considered a concern by teachers or the Administration.Outcomes that we are trying to achieve:  Behaviour in the school will be consistent with the value and practises of the Behaviour Management in Schools (BMIS) policy.  Students, staff and parents/carers will accept responsibility for their own behaviour.  Students, staff and parents/carers will resolve conflicts effectively.  Students, staff and parents/carers will feel valued.  Students, staff and parents/carers will feel safe and secure.  Students, staff and parents/carers will co-operate and support one another.  Students, staff and parents/carers will behave in accordance with the school rules.  Develop consistent, regular referral to school procedures.SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS  Appropriate behaviour is a top priority at Bungaree PS.  We must have a consistent approach across the school.  Bullying is a totally unacceptable behaviour in any form.  Students learn to accept responsibility for their actions.  Rewards and consequences reflect actions.  The management of student behaviour is a shared responsibility involving staff, parents and the student.  We recognise the worth and dignity of all people.  The teaching of values underpins this policy.  The rights and responsibilities of individuals are recognised and valued.  Conflicts must be resolved in a positive, non-violent manner.At Bungaree PS we believe that:  ALL students have the right to feel safe and secure in the school environment.  ALL students have the right to learn without being disturbed by others.  Teachers have the right to teach. RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Students have the RIGHT to: Students have the RESPONSIBILITY to: Learn in a purposeful and supportive environment. Ensure that their behaviour is not disruptive to the Work and play in a safe, secure, friendly and clean learning of others. environment. Ensure that the school environment is kept neat, Respect, courtesy and consideration. tidy and secure. Ensure that they are punctual, polite, prepared and display a positive manner.Staff have the RIGHT to: Staff have the RESPONSIBILITY to: Respect, courtesy and consideration. Model respectful, courteous and honest behaviour. Teach in a safe, secure and clean environment. Ensure that the school environment is kept neat, Teach in a purposeful and non-disruptive tidy and secure. environment. Establish positive relationships with students. Co-operation and support from parents and Ensure good organisation and planning. students. Report student progress to parents. Feel supported by the Administration Team, Communicate behaviour management policies with through training, professional development and ‘in- parents and Administration at the commencement school’ assistance. of the school year. Utilise Individual Behaviour Plans/Behaviour Escalation Profiles as working documents, ensuring they are regularly reviewed and updated. Fill out the behaviour referral form when sending a student to Administration.Parents/Carers have the RIGHT to: Parents/Carers have the RESPONSIBILITY to: Be informed of course and curriculum material, Ensure that their child attends school regularly and behaviour management procedures and decisions on time. affecting their child’s health and welfare. Ensure that the physical care of their child is at an Be informed of their child’s progress. optimum for effective learning. Access education for their child. Ensure that their child is provided with appropriate Be heard in an appropriate forum on matters materials to make effective use of the learning related to the rights of their child to an appropriate environment. education. Support the school in providing an education for their child.In the event of SEVERE misbehaviour resulting in out of class isolation / suspension parents/carers have the RESPONSIBILITY to: Read, sign and return acknowledgement slip on receipt of letter advising of their child’s inappropriate behaviour and to supervise the completion of any work missed as a result of being in out of class isolation / suspension. Contact school and discuss the situation with the class teacher if concerned about the child’s behaviour. (Note: occasional misbehaviour is not a cause for concern, however consistent or repeated inappropriate behaviour is). Attend a conference when requested, with Administration/teacher and their child, to assist in resolving their child’s decision to use inappropriate behaviour.THE TEACHER’S ROLE 1. To display rules, as well as:  discuss Code of Behaviour.  discuss consequences of behaviour.  fully explain behaviour management processes.  discuss ways to resolve conflict. 2. To ensure Classroom Management Strategies (CMS) are used in the classroom. 3. To prepare and maintain an appropriate “in-class think spot”. 4. To design and implement a system of rewards for appropriate behaviour. 5. To maintain records of individual student behaviour (both positive and negative) in class on Integris. 6. Additionally any parent contact will be recorded on Integris. 7. To implement the agreed Behaviour Management Policy consistently and fairly in all school situations. 8. To ensure all staff are aware of behavioural issues and management plans for students in their class. 9. To communicate effectively with parents/carers via phone calls or standard letter pro forma and in any interviews with parents/carers. Document any conversations and agreed outcomes/actions. 10.To refer dissatisfied parents to the Administration Team. 11.To communicate effectively with colleagues and the Administration Team regarding individual student behaviour problems via the Tracking Folder and Integris. 12.To liaise with support personnel and participate in case conferences where appropriate in resolving a child’s problem/s. 13.To implement and utilise Individual Behaviour plans and Behaviour Escalation profiles as working documents that are regularly reviewed and updated. These documents should be kept on hand and easily accessible to be used at case conferences/parent meetings. 14.Utilise and keep up to date the Bungaree PS (orange) Tracking Folder particularly for specialist and relief teachers. 15.Implement the buddy class system and complete school agreed online modules e.g. Positive Partnerships.THE ADMINISTRATION’S ROLE 1. To arrange communication between teachers and parents where necessary, to act as a liaison between parties in difficult situations. 2. To aid and support teachers in class management strategies in carrying out the Behaviour Management Policy and provide support with intervention in cases of severe misbehaviour. 3. To ensure the Behaviour Management Policy is implemented school wide and maintained consistently throughout the school. 4. To participate in parent/teacher/child/student services conferences on return from suspension and deal with and co-ordinate any in-school suspension in consultation with the classroom teacher. 5. To oversee the proper maintenance of tracking files and Integris behaviour management data and the steps taken to resolve individual children’s problems. 6. To maintain a “Behaviour Management” section of the relief teacher handover file. 7. To arrange induction of relief teachers and new staff on the Behaviour Management Policy and how to use/maintain the classroom BMIS tracking file e.g. training in CMS and using Integris. 8. To ensure the policy is reviewed for effectiveness at regular intervals. 9. To send home notification of detention/suspension forms at the appropriate times, using the provided templates through Integris. 10.To discuss behaviour with the student when at detention and in-school suspension levels. 11.Liaise and support the classroom teacher to initiate and implement an Individual Behaviour Plan. 12.To make discretionary decisions about fast track consequences (detention, contracts and suspension). 13.To support teachers in awarding positive consequences/reinforcement. 14.Maintain whole school behaviour management strategy of ‘line-up and handover’ after recess and lunch. 15.Update and manage the use of “behaviour keychains” for individual students, located in duty bags. 16.To share with the community successful school practices and highlights. WHOLE SCHOOL INCENTIVE SYSTEM In The Classroom Whole school classroom rules are to be taught, displayed and reviewed throughout the year. All teachers need to include positive incentives, both intrinsic and extrinsic, in their classroom behaviour education plan. Up to two Merit Certificates are handed out by teachers at each fortnight’s assembly. Teachers are also encouraged to use their own class incentive schemes such as group points, bank books, marbles in a jar, etc. Outside The Classroom Awards and positive reinforcement are promoted throughout the week. Awards include:  Lining Up Award – presented at the Mini Assembly. Points accumulate throughout the week and are allocated by Student Leaders.  Uniform Award – class chosen and award presented by Student Leaders at the Mini Assembly.  Tidy Class Award - class chosen and award presented by Student Leaders at the Mini Assembly.  Attendance lucky dip – at the end of each term.  Specialist and Library Awards – presented each fortnight by Student Leaders at the Mini Assembly.At the end of the school year each classroom teacher will choose three students for a Book Award (academic excellence, endeavour or citizenship) to be presented at a whole school Assembly.During each term teacher’s select three students who are putting effort into their work. Parents of these students will receive a letter from the Principal to advise them of their child’s pleasing progress and efforts.BRILLIANT KIDS MORNING TEA Each term staff will be able to nominate one or two students who consistently do the ‘right thing’ in regards to behaviour. Children selected will have a morning or afternoon tea with the Principal and the Associate Principals. Children will be able to be nominated more than once for this event.CHOOSE RESPECT CODE OF BEHAVIOUR Every member of our community is encouraged to CHOOSE RESPECT. “Fostering a Culture of Respect in our community.” To CHOOSE RESPECT is to make a conscious effort to:  Treat others with Respect, no matter how they treat you.  Treat yourself with Respect.  Forgive others who do not treat you with Respect.  Resist your natural desire to pay back or take revenge.  Apologise when you do not treat others with Respect.  Support others who are not being treated with Respect.  Ask for support when others do not treat you with Respect.HOMEWORK POLICY Homework can:  Enhance student achievement by extending the time available for students to consolidate new skills and concepts learned at school.  Increase the opportunities for teachers to monitor student progress.  Help to keep parents informed about students’ learning programs and progress.  Further the partnership between school and home.  Support the development of the students’ independence as a learner.  Provide opportunities for teachers to reinforce individual students’ learning. General Principles It is expected that homework will:  Relate directly to the learning and teaching programs that the students are currently engaged in and not be used as a vehicle for introducing new concepts. To that end, homework may be used as a means for students to revise work they have done in class or to complete unfinished class work. Preparation of students for the time commitment of homework anticipated in years to come is not, in itself, a reasonable justification for setting homework.  Only be used to facilitate the achievement of learning outcomes. It must be disassociated from any form of punishing students or means of securing discipline.  Form part of a developmental learning program that is responsive to students’ needs, clearly relevant, supported by classroom practice and where appropriate, developed in collaboration with students.  Avoid dependence on unreasonable levels of parental assistance or resources that are not readily available to the student.  Be set without impinging on reasonable time for family, recreational, cultural and employment pursuits relevant to the student’s age, development and educational aspirations.  Be balanced to avoid monotony, stress and overload.  Be phased in gradually and consistently as shown in the following table:K to 1 2 to 4 5 to 6 K – no homework to Year 2 – oral reading, Finishing off class work. be set. reading, sight words, some spelling and Personal reading/ reading Types of PP - oral reading, tables/basic facts for pleasure. homework reading and some that may be sight words Years 3 & 4 – reading, Revision of work done at set. sight words, spelling and school – specifically in Year 1 – oral reading, incidental work relevant math and language. reading and some to class themes, practice sight words of math tables. Project or assignment Math skills - basic facts work.Approximate PP - up to 20 minutes, Year 2 - up to 20 Year 5 – up to 30 minutes, time 4 nights per week minutes, 4 nights per 4 nights a week with about commitment week. 15 minutes of it being expected of Year 1 – up to 20 personal reading/ reading students. minutes, 4 nights per Year 3 - up to 20 for pleasure. week. minutes, 4 nights per week. Year 6– up to 45 minutes, 4 nights per week with Year 4 - up to 30 about 15 minutes of it minutes, 4 nights per being personal reading/ week but the majority of reading for pleasure. this time is to be reading for pleasure. Homework may only be set up to a maximum of 4 nights per school week.  Homework may not be set over weekends or school vacations, excluding long term projects. SETTING WORK FOR ABSENT STUDENTS There are times when students cannot attend school due to illness or a family emergency and this can extend over a number of days. Teachers will do their best to provide guidance about what school work the students should do at these times and this may include sending home some work that has been done in class during the student’s absence. There is no requirement for teachers to provide work packages for students taken out of school for family vacations. At the beginning of the year each teacher will outline their specific homework requirements at their parent/teacher meeting.WHOLE BODY LISTENING This is a strategy where students are explicitly taught what effective listening is by using 5 parts of their bodies. Ears are used to listen as well as eyes for looking at the person speaking, mouth by not speaking when someone else is, hands by not fidgeting and keeping feet still so you can concentrate on what the person is saying. Children then ‘switch on their brain’ or for older student, use their emotions to connect with the speaker. Class Placement Policy Rationale Classes are formed to best meet the needs of the students within the constraints of the resources provided.Policy Individual class placements are based on professional judgements about the student’s educational needs and circumstances. Teaching staff organise class placements under the direction of the Principal.Operational Guidelines  Parents/Carers are invited to complete an enrolment survey informing the school of their intentions for enrolment for the following year.  The Administration Team establishes structure options for the following year based upon anticipated enrolments, historical data and the need for flexibility.  The Principal advises parents via letter, that student placements are being considered for the following year.  Parents are invited to submit written inputs with respect to class placements. The submissions are to be based on educational reasons, addressed to “The Principal” and marked “Confidential”.  All written parent submissions will be given consideration but not automatically accommodated.  Class placement throughout the year will be at the discretion of the Administration Team.  Staff members currently teaching particular cohorts, confer regarding placements for the following year taking into consideration the criteria listed below: o Academic performance. o Behaviour. o Social Development. o Social network. o Previous class placements. o Gender balance. o Special needs e.g. twins, family situation, extra ordinary circumstances. o School Psychologist recommendations. o Written parent submissions regarding a student’s educational needs.  Lists are submitted to the Principal for final ratification.  Lists are published in the Undercover Area outside the office on the workday before students commence the new school year.  Class lists are subject to change due to a range of factors such as student enrolment and/or availability of staff. The final decision on class placement remains with the Principal.ADVANCE AUSTRALIA FAIR Australians all let us rejoice For we are young and free We’ve golden soil and wealth for toil, Our home is girt by sea. Our land abounds in nature’s gifts Of beauty rich and rare. In history’s page, let every stage Advance Australia Fair. In joyful strains then let us sing Advance Australia FairBeneath our radiant Southern Cross, We’ll toil with heart and hands, To make this Commonwealth of ours Renowned of all the lands, For those who’ve come across the seas We’ve boundless plains to share, With courage let us all combine To advance Australia Fair. In joyful strains then let us sing Advance Australia FairRESPECT School song version You’ve gotta respect all your brothers and your sisters When you meet them. Even if they’re different, Shouldn’t change the way you treat them. We can get along if we all have a little respect. Respect.You’ve gotta respect all your brothers and your sisters When you meet them. Even if they’re different, Shouldn’t change the way you treat them. We can get along if we all have a little respect. Respect.Knowledge, and wisdom is what we aim for, Excellence through effort, is what we strive for, It’s just as important to care for each other, At Bungaree Primary we all choose respect.You’ve gotta respect all your brothers and your sisters When you meet them. Even if they’re different, Shouldn’t change the way you treat them. We can get along if we all have a little respect. 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