Student Policies & Procedures

Your diary must be brought to school every day and readily available in every class. If you do not have it with you, you will be marked as unprepared. Your diary is to be used to record all homework, assessments and key events. It also contains helpful daily information such as your timetable, a map, College values and expectations, uniform guidelines, the Responsible Thinking Process, and more! Your diary must be kept in good condition and free from graffiti or inappropriate content. If your diary is lost, damaged, or used inappropriately, you will be expected to purchase a replacement from the finance office. The primary purpose of your diary is to support your organisation and success at high school. By using it consistently, you’ll find it easier to stay prepared for class, manage your workload, and fully engage in college life.

How you wear your uniform and present yourself says a lot about you and the College. You are expected to take care in your appearance and ensure your uniform is worn neatly and correctly at all times – not dishevelled or incomplete. This applies at school, on excursions, and while travelling to and from the College. We have a Junior Uniform for Years 7–10, a Senior Uniform for Years 11–12, and a Sports Uniform for all year levels. Students are required to arrive and depart the College in full formal uniform on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If a practical lesson requires the sports uniform on these days, it must be brought to school and changed into for the lesson only. Maintaining high and consistent standards helps build a strong sense of pride in our College community. If you are unsure about any uniform or presentation requirements, please speak with your Head of Year. College uniforms and accessories can be purchased from Uniform Solutions Mackay. Remember, every time you put on your uniform, you are representing our College!

If your uniform or appearance doesn’t meet College standards, you will be asked to fix the issue. This may include:

• Removing non-approved items
• Adjusting your grooming
• Contacting home to replace items that are not suitable
• Completing a lunchtime RTP if you’re not willing to meet standards

Please be aware, if you’re attending an off-site College event, your uniform and presentation must meet all College standards. If not, you may be excluded from attending the event and/or given a lunchtime RTP.

You are expected to:

• Arrive and depart the College in the correct uniform for that day.
• Obtain a diary stamp if your uniform is incorrect or incomplete before attending class.
• Only wear the College sports jacket with the sports uniform in Terms 2 and 3.
• Ensure all uniform items are clearly and permanently labelled with your name.
• Use the green College backpack and the College-issued Chromebook bag.
• Wear your hat or cap at all times outside the classroom.

Female Formal Uniform Standards

(Monday, Tuesday and Thursday)

All uniform items must be worn correctly and in full. Items are to be clean, in good condition, and worn as intended, without holes or excessive wear and tear.

Dress and Skirt

• Length must be on or below the knee (not above the knee).
• If the length sits above the knee, the hem must be adjusted before the dress and/or skirt is worn.
• The dress must be loose-fitting and fall back into place after arms are lifted.
• Appropriate undergarments must be worn and must not be visible.
• Female students are required to own at least one formal dress for occasions such as College Masses.

Dress Pants

• Length must rest lightly on the shoe, without multiple folds where the fabric meets the shoe.
• Dress pants must be worn with the appropriate belt and blouse.

Blouse

• Length must sit over the skirt and must not show the midriff when arms are lifted.
• The blouse must be loose-fitting and fall back into place after arms are lifted.
• Appropriately coloured undergarments must be worn and not be visible.

Tie and Pin

• The appropriate College tie and pin must be worn with the correct dress and blouse.

Socks

• College short white socks only (no alternative white socks permitted).

Stockings

• Plain black sheer stockings may be worn under the formal skirt or dress (no tights).
• Socks must not be worn with stockings.

Jumper

• College knitted pullover jumper only (College Sports Jacket is not permitted).
• Year 11 and 12 students may wear the Formal College Jacket in place of the knitted jumper.

Footwear

• Black leather lace-up formal shoes with a minimal heel.
• Shoes must be clean, regularly polished, and in good condition, without holes or damage.

Headwear

• College hat with hat band.
• Hat must be in good condition, without holes or damage.

Note: Changes to the above uniform standards will only be permitted for documented medical reasons or as part of an approved Personalised Learning Plan (PLP).

Male Formal Uniform Standards

(Monday, Tuesday and Thursday)

All uniform items must be worn correctly and in full. Items are to be clean, in good condition, and worn as intended, without holes or excessive wear and tear.

 Shorts

• Length must be between mid-thigh and the knee (not below the knee).
• If the length extends below the knee, the hem must be adjusted before the shorts are worn.
• Appropriate undergarments must be worn and must not be visible.

 Trousers

• Length must rest lightly on the shoe, without multiple folds where the fabric meets the shoe.
• Trousers must be worn with the appropriate belt and shirt.

 Shirt

• Shirt must be tucked into shorts or trousers and remain tucked in when arms are lifted.
• Shirt must be loose-fitting.
• Appropriate undergarments can be worn and must not be visible.

 Tie

• A College tie must be worn with the shirt and tied correctly (unless a zip-tie).
• The tie must sit neatly under the collar and cover the top button of the shirt.
• Tie length must finish on or just above the middle of the belt (not below the belt).

 Socks

• College long socks must be worn, pulled up at all times and folded under the knee (not at the ankle).

 Belt

• College belt must be worn at all times with shorts and trousers (no alternative belts permitted).

Jumper

• College knitted pullover jumper only (College Sports Jacket is not permitted).
• Year 11 and 12 students may wear the Formal College Jacket in place of the knitted jumper.

 Footwear

• Black leather lace-up formal shoes with a minimal heel.
• Shoes must be clean, regularly polished, and in good condition, without holes or damage.

 Headwear

• College hat with hat band.
• Hat must be in good condition, without holes or damage.

 Note: Changes to the above uniform standards will only be permitted for documented medical reasons or as part of an approved Personalised Learning Plan (PLP).

Sports Uniform Standards

(Monday, Wednesday and Friday)

All uniform items must be worn correctly and in full. Items are to be clean, in good condition, and worn as intended, without holes or excessive wear and tear. 

Shorts

• Length must be between mid-thigh and the knee (no short shorts or lengths below the knee).
• Shorts must be loose fitting and suitable for physical activity.
• Appropriate undergarments must be worn and must not be visible.

 Shirt

• Length must sit over the shorts (not longer than the shorts) and must not show midriff when arms are lifted.
• Shirt must be loose fitting and fall back into place after arms are lifted.
• Appropriate undergarments must be worn and must not be visible.

Socks

• College short white socks only (no alternative white socks permitted).

Sports Jacket

• College Sports Jacket preferred.
• The College knitted pullover jumper may also be worn.

Footwear

• Lace-up running shoes only.
• Shoes must not be bright, mismatched, rainbow-coloured, high-top or canvas-style.
• Shoes must be clean and in good condition, without holes or damage.

Headwear

• College cap or bucket hat.
• Headwear must be in good condition, without holes or damage.

Note: Changes to the above uniform standards will only be permitted for documented medical reasons or as part of an approved Personalised Learning Plan (PLP).

Female and Male Presentation Standards

Students are expected to present themselves in a neat, tidy and respectful manner at all times. Presentation should reflect the values, expectations and standards of the College to support a positive learning environment.

Accessories

• College school bag only (no alternative school bags permitted).
• College Chromebook bag only (no alternative Chromebook bags permitted).
• Must have and use a working lock for locker (available for purchase from the Finance Office).

Jewellery

• Necklaces or chains may only be worn if they are of a fine link and feature a small cross.
• One small set of plain silver or gold studs (no more than 0.3cm in diameter) worn in the earlobe; or
• One small set of plain silver or gold sleeper earrings (able to be pushed through the ear) in the earlobe.
• Earrings are not permitted in any other part of the ear.
• Nose rings and any other visible non-ear piercings are not permitted, including plastic or clear studs.
• No other jewellery is permitted, including rings, bracelets, bands and anklets.
• Smart watches and internet-connected wearable devices are not permitted.

Hair

• Hair is to be neat, tidy and appropriately styled.
• Hair must be a natural colour.
• Extreme styles are not permitted.
• Undercuts, mullets, layers, tracks, lines, rat tails, or use of grade one clippers are not permitted.
• Excessive hair products or accessories are not permitted.
• Hair that touches the collar or covers the eyes must be tied back with an elastic band or appropriate pins.
• All hair accessories (including ribbons) must be in a colour consistent with the uniform being worn.
• Males must be clean shaven.

Other

• Make-up is not permitted.
• Nail polish is not permitted, including false nails, acrylic, shellac or gel finishes.
• Eyelash tinting, extensions and false eyelashes are not permitted.
• Eyebrows must remain natural; eyebrow slits and tinting are not permitted.
• Fake tan is not permitted; skin tone should be natural.
• Henna tattoos, body art, body paint and glitter are not permitted. 

Note: Changes to the above presentation standards will only be permitted for documented medical reasons or as part of an approved Personalised Learning Plan (PLP). 

Female and Male Non-Uniform Day Standards

All clothing and footwear must be appropriate for a school environment and suitable for the planned activities and weather conditions.

Clothing

• Must be suitable for the activity and weather (e.g. jumpers in winter, shorts for HPE).
• Must be sun safe; shirts must have sleeves and preferably a collar.
• Must be appropriate for school; clothing with inappropriate or offensive images or text is not permitted.
• Length and fit must be loose and modest.
• Skirts, short shorts, plunging necklines, midriffs and singlets are not permitted.
• Appropriate undergarments must be worn and must not be visible. 

Footwear

• Closed-in shoes must be worn at all times.
• Thongs, flip-flops, slides, Birkenstocks, Crocs, and similar footwear are not permitted.

Headwear

• Must be sun safe and suitable for weather conditions (e.g. cap, bucket hat, wide-brimmed hat).
• Must be appropriate for school; headwear with inappropriate or offensive images or text is not permitted.
• Headwear must be in good condition, without holes or damage.

Swimwear

• Must be sun safe; swim shirts must have sleeves and cover the midriff.
• Bikinis are not permitted.

Smart watches and/or internet-connected wearable devices are not permitted.

You are expected to turn off your mobile phone before entering the College grounds. Mobile phones must be kept in your College bag and remain powered off for the entire school day, until you depart at the end of the day. If you need to contact home during the school day for any reason, you are to do so through Student Reception.

At the end of the day, if you need to use your mobile phone to confirm departure arrangements with your family, you must seek explicit permission from a teacher on duty before removing your phone from your bag. While using your phone, you are required to remain with that teacher and only use the device for the approved purpose.

If you are found with or using your mobile phone without permission, or outside of these expectations, you will be required to hand your phone in to Student Reception, where it can be collected at the end of the school day. If this occurs a second time within the same term, an SMS will be sent to your parent/guardian to advise them of the breach. In this instance, the mobile phone must be collected by a parent/guardian, not the student.

These expectations help create a positive learning environment where all students can remain focused, present, and engaged throughout the school day.

You are issued with a College-managed Chromebook and protective case in Year 7 and again in Year 10. Before your device is issued, you and your parent/guardian must read and agree to the College ICT Agreement.

Your Chromebook is owned and managed by the College and is provided for educational purposes only. It must be used appropriately at all times.

 Care and Use

• You must not place personal stickers on or graffiti your Chromebook or protective case.
• You must not deface your Chromebook or protective case, including removing the keys or keyboard deck.
• Your Chromebook student label must be on the top of the device and kept in good condition.
• If your label becomes damaged, missing, or graffitied, you must replace it through the College library.
• Your Chromebook protective case must also display the correct student label in good condition.

The Chromebook protective case is for your Chromebook only. It must not be used to carry books, diaries, pencil cases, or other items. For this reason, you must carry your lesson book, diary, and pencil case separately. While accidents can occur, damage is only covered by insurance if the protective case is used correctly, and the damage is accidental.

 Maintenance and Charging

• Your Chromebook must be kept in full working order at all times.
• If your device is not working correctly, you must report to the IT Department as soon as possible.
• A loan device may be provided if required.
• You must bring your Chromebook to school every day and take it home each night for charging.
• Your device must be fully charged and ready for lessons each day.
• If your battery does not last the full day, you should bring your charger to school.

Failure to meet expectations regarding the care, use, or presentation of your Chromebook and protective case may result in a referral to the Responsible Thinking Centre (RTC) and/or involvement from your Head of Year. By using and caring for your Chromebook responsibly, you support your learning and contribute to a positive and respectful learning environment.

Our College is a bag-free school. This means your College bag is not carried around the school during the day. Instead, it must be stored in your allocated locker.

You are expected to access your locker:

• On arrival at school
• During recess and lunch
• At the end of the school day

Lockers are not to be accessed between class periods.

Your allocated locker is your responsibility. You must use your locker each day and secure it with a working lock to store your personal items, including your College bag, Chromebook, lunch, water bottle, stationery, equipment and any change of clothes. Your locker should be kept neat, tidy, and free of food scraps or rubbish. Lockers are not to be shared under any circumstances and must not be left unlocked or without a working lock. If your locker is without a lock for longer than one week, your Pastoral Care teacher and/or Head of Year may contact your parent/guardian to ensure the matter is resolved promptly. An unlocked locker can lead to avoidable issues such as stolen equipment, weather damage, or misuse by others, including being used as a rubbish bin, which attracts vermin. Using your locker correctly helps keep your belongings safe from theft or damage (and covered by insurance), while preventing you from having to carry your day’s equipment to every class.

Personal items left unattended around the College, rather than in your locked locker, are your responsibility. If these items are lost, damaged, or stolen, you will be expected to replace them.

Some items that are suitable for home are not appropriate for school. To ensure a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment, the following items are not permitted at the College:

• Aerosol cans (including deodorant)
• Chewing gum
• Toys, including personal sports equipment (excluding handballs)

If you are seen with, or have in your locker, chewing gum, you will be asked to dispose of it immediately and will be referred to the Responsible Thinking Centre (RTC) to complete a lunchtime plan. If you are seen with, or have in your locker, aerosol cans or toys (excluding handballs), you will be asked to hand these items in at Student Reception. They may be collected at the end of the school day to take home. If this occurs a second time within the same term, you will be referred to the RTC and your Head of Year will be informed. Together, they will discuss the matter with you and determine the most appropriate next steps. By following these expectations, you help create a positive and respectful environment where everyone can learn and feel safe.

Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for your learning and success at the College. You are expected to attend school every day and arrive on time.

 Absences

You should take note of College term dates and avoid missing school wherever possible. You are encouraged to be at school no later than 8:20 am, ready for a prompt start at 8:35 am.

• Appointments should be scheduled outside school hours whenever possible.
• A medical certificate may be required for prolonged or frequent absences.
• Junior students may be required to provide a medical certificate when absent for assessments.
• Senior students must provide a medical certificate when absent for assessments.

If you are going to be absent, your parent/guardian must notify the College by:

• Phoning the Absentee Line on 4994 9201; or
• Emailing cmcm_absentee@rok.catholic.edu.au

If no notification is received, an SMS will be sent to your parent or guardian.

 Lateness to School

If you arrive late to school, you must enter through the front of the College and report immediately to Student Reception. You will be issued a late slip, which must be presented to your class teacher upon arrival. If you are consistently late without a valid reason, your parent/guardian will be contacted.

 Lateness to Class

With lessons limited to 70 minutes, arriving on time is essential to minimise disruption and respect the learning time of others. A five-minute warning bell sounds before each class. This provides sufficient time to collect your materials, get a drink, and/or use the toilet.

If you arrive late to class without a valid reason:

• You will receive an explicit verbal caution, which will be recorded by your teacher.
• A second instance in the same term will result in another caution and a reminder of expectations.
• A third instance in the same term will result in a referral to the Responsible Thinking Centre (RTC), where you will complete a lunchtime plan at your next lunch break.

Catherine McAuley College uses the APA referencing system. When you complete written work, you must acknowledge all sources you have used. Referencing helps support your ideas, shows academic honesty, and ensures you avoid plagiarism.

Referencing has two key parts:

1. In-text citations – acknowledging a source within your writing
2. A bibliography – listing full details of all sources used

In-Text Citations

You must use an in-text citation whenever you quote, paraphrase, or refer to information from a source. This includes books, websites, articles, images, videos, and newspapers. In APA referencing, in-text citations include the author’s surname and year of publication in brackets. For example: (Smith, 2011) When quoting or referring to a specific part of a source, you must also include the page number. For example: (Smith, 2011, p.13). In-text citations should be placed immediately after the information or quotation they refer to, usually before a comma or full stop.

Bibliography

Whenever you use in-text citations, you must also include a bibliography. A bibliography provides full details of all sources referenced in your work.

Your bibliography must:

• Follow the APA referencing system (see the Example APA Bibliography Style)
• Be alphabetised by the author’s surname
• Include all sources cited in your work
• Be double line spaced
• Appear on a separate page titled Bibliography
• Be included as the final page of your assessment or written task

You may use free online bibliography and citation generators, such as www.mybib.com to help create accurate references. However, you are still responsible for checking that all references are correct and formatted using APA style. Referencing correctly is an important academic skill and a key part of your learning at the College.

Example APA Bibliography Style

Book

Format: Author surname, Initial(s). (Year). Book title. Publisher.

Example: Coetzee, J. M. (2000). Disgrace. Vintage.

Note: In APA referencing, the city or location of the publisher is not included.

Website | Online Article

Format: Author surname, Initial(s). (Year, Day Month). Title of article. Website name. URL

Example (with author): Dorman, P. (2023, 22 June). Akhenaten King of Egypt. Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Akhenaten

Example (without author):
The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica. (2015, 26 August). Seti I King of Egypt. Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Seti-I

Note: APA does not require an access date unless the content is likely to change.

Image

Format: Author surname, Initial(s). (Year). Title of image [Type of image]. Source. URL

Example (original artwork): Bosch, H. (1482). The Last Judgement [Triptych]. Groening museum.

Example (image viewed online): Britannica. (2023). Temple of Seti I [Image].

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Seti-I#/media/1/536230/121235

Note: Include the type of image in square brackets: [Photograph], [Painting], [Image].

Video

Format: Author or uploader. (Year, Day Month). Title of video [Video]. Website name. URL

Example: Vox. (2020, 10 April). The big lesson from South Korea’s coronavirus response [Video]. YouTube.

https://youtu.be/BE-cA4UK07c

Note: If the uploader is an organisation or username, use that as the author.

Newspaper Article

Format: Author surname, Initial(s). (Year, Day Month). Title of article. Newspaper name. URL

Example: Butler, S. (2020, 28 April). Women’s fashion manufacturer to make reusable gowns for NHS. The Guardian.

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/apr/28/womens-fashion-manufacturer-to-make-reusable-gowns-for-nhs

Note: Page numbers are only included if the article was read in print.

Referencing Multiple Authors

One author: Davis, V. (2019).

Two authors: Davis, V., & Barrett, M. (2019).

Three or more authors: Davis, V., Barrett, M., & McLachlan, F. (2019).

Bibliograph: List all authors (up to 20) in the order they appear on the source.

In-text citations: Use et al. for three or more authors.

All curriculum classes operate through an active Google Classroom. Teachers will use Google Classroom to communicate Learning Goals, Success Criteria, Lesson Sequences, Key Activities, Resources and Assessment information. Lesson materials will be available on Google Classroom following each lesson.

Assessment, including both formative and summative tasks, is conducted in a fair and transparent manner. For all summative assessment, due dates and key junctures will be communicated to you through your Student Diary and Student Café, and to families via Parent Lounge and Parent Orbit. Wherever possible, classes completing the same assessment task will have aligned key dates. All summative assessment will be issued with a common Assessment Cover Sheet and an accompanying faculty-specific Criteria Sheet.

You are expected to complete all assessment tasks in every curriculum area. Assessment is deliberately designed to support engagement and achievement while collecting evidence of your learning, aligned as closely as possible to the relevant curriculum Achievement Standards. Teachers will monitor academic integrity throughout the assessment process and use a range of College-approved tools to support this. Attendance at all scheduled assessment sessions is compulsory. It is not acceptable to be absent from school to study prior to an examination, on the day of an examination, or to submit assessment work before the scheduled due date.

If you require a variation to an assessment (such as an extension or task modification), you must submit a VAC (Years 7-10) or AARA (Years 11-12) application through the Senior Pathways Coordinator. For known absences, applications must be submitted no later than seven days prior to the assessment due date. For emergent absences, including illness or misadventure, applications must be submitted as soon as possible via your teacher, Head of Department and the College Office. Approved AARA documentation will be returned to you and your classroom teacher and will be attached to the assessment task. If you do not complete assessment by the due date and do not have an approved VAC or AARA you will receive an N rating. Junior students may be required to provide a medical certificate when absent for assessments. Senior students must provide a medical certificate when absent for assessments.

Assessment schedules for each term (Years 7-10) or unit (Years 11-12) will be published on Student Café and Teacher Kiosk by the end of Week 3. You are expected to record all assessment dates in your Student Diary.

Catherine McAuley College uses A+ to E- reporting at the end of each term or, for Senior students, at the end of each unit of learning. Reports are issued for PC class and all curriculum classes and include Achievement, Effort and Behaviour. Achievement judgements are made using curriculum-specific Guides to Making Judgements. Effort and Behaviour results are determined using the Effort and Behaviour Matrix.

Assessment Policy 2026

You must not submit plagiarised work, including material sourced from the internet, digital platforms or AI tools. Any work deemed to be plagiarised will not be considered when determinating of your result for the assessment task.

Our Expectations

FAR

Our expectations help create a safe, respectful, and focused environment. We expect all students to follow the FAR guidelines:

F – Follow all staff instructions

• First time, without argument
• Listen respectfully, even if you don’t agree
• Ask questions calmly if you need clarification

A – Actively engage

• Be present, prepared and ready to learn
• Participate in class discussions and activities
• Give your best effort, even when tasks are challenging

R – Respect others and property

• Treat everyone with kindness and fairness
• Care for the college environment and all belongings
• Use respectful language and actions, online and in person

Responsible Thinking Process (RTP)

At Catherine McAuley College, we believe that every teacher has the right to teach, every student has the right to learn, and everyone has the right to feel safe and be treated with respect – in every part of school life, not just the classroom.

To support these rights across all areas of College life, we use the Responsible Thinking Process (RTP). This process is a respectful and consistent approach that helps you reflect on your behaviour, take ownership of your choices, and make positive decisions that support your learning and the wellbeing of others. It uses a set of familiar questions to guide reflection and behaviour, to uphold College expectations.

Any staff member (not just teachers) may initiate RTP when behaviour disrupts learning, is disengaged, doesn’t meet College expectations, or involves serious misconduct. This includes behaviour that happens anywhere on school grounds or at off-site College events.

Sometimes, you might also feel you’re not ready to learn or need a break. In these moments, you can self-refer to the Responsible Thinking Centre (RTC) to take time to reset and refocus. Most students won’t need to visit the RTC, but if you are referred or choose to attend, know that it is a supportive space where you’ll be guided to reflect on your behaviour to prepare a plan for a positive return to learning.

If you are frequently referred to the RTC, or if home-based planning becomes necessary, an intervention meeting will be arranged to explore further support options. If you’re not ready or willing to plan for your return to class or school, you may need to remain in the RTC or stay at home until a constructive path forward is found.

When behaviour is disruptive or disengaged, a staff member will ask these RTP questions:

• What are you doing?
• What are you supposed to be doing? Or: What are the rules or expectations?
• What will happen if you disrupt again? Or: What happens if you are disengaged again?

If this behaviour continues:

You are choosing to go to the RTC to reflect and plan towards a positive return.

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At Catherine McAuley College, we value the development of independent, responsible learners. Homework plays an important role in supporting this growth and in helping you take ownership of your learning.

You are expected to set aside sufficient time at home to complete unfinished classwork, assessment tasks, and to practise and consolidate your learning – particularly in literacy and numeracy. Homework supports and extends what you learn in the classroom, helps you develop positive study habits, and strengthens the partnership in education between home and school.

Daily reading is one of the most important homework expectations for all students. If specific homework tasks are not set, you should use this time to read a library book, revise content covered in class or prepare for upcoming assessments.

Homework is set by your classroom teachers and must be recorded in your Student Diary, including the due date. You are responsible for completing homework according to subject requirements and for seeking clarification from your teacher before the due date if needed. If homework is incomplete, you are expected to inform your teacher and explain the reason. Incomplete homework may result in attendance at Catch-Up Club, Mastery Learning, and/or communication home to ensure the work is completed before your next lesson.

Below is a general guide to the recommended time you should spend on homework each day. At times (particularly leading up to examinations or major assessment submissions) these timeframes may be exceeded. Developing consistent homework routines will support your learning now and prepare you well for future study.

• Year 7:       1 hour per day
• Year 8:       1 hour per day
• Year 9:       2 hours per day
• Year 10:    2 hours per day
• Year 11:    3 hours per day
• Year 12:    3 hours per day

Arrival | Before 8:15 am

• Arrive in full correct uniform.
• Mobile phone off and in your green College bag.
• Go straight to your locker to store items.
• Wait seated in Alpha or Epsilon areas until the 8:15 am bell.
• No Chromebooks to be used outside.

Start of Day | 8:15 am – 8:35 am

• Prepare for Periods 1 and 2.
• Handball and table tennis only in designated areas.
• Change your uniform if required.
• Incorrect uniform? Get a uniform stamp before Period 1.

Period Lessons

• Line up in two lines outside class.
• Uniform check by your teacher – get stamp if needed.
• Greet your teacher standing.
• Pause for morning PA prayer around 8:40 am.
• Only pack-up when directed, ensuring the room is clean and tidy.
• Stand to be dismissed by your teacher.
• No early dismissals without a College pass.

Between Periods

• Drink and toilet breaks – not during learning.
• Hat or cap to be worn between period lessons.
• No going to lockers between periods.

Lunch | Recess

• Return lunch bags to lockers after eating.
• No eating on verandas, the oval, at Gamma block, or while playing.
• No hat or cap = no play. Remain seated in Alpha or Epsilon areas.

End of Day

• Leave in full correct uniform.
• Collect your green College bag and items from your locker.
• Move promptly out of the school or to one of these areas:
• Bus line or pick-up zone (seated – not playing)
• Bike racks (walk bikes out of the College)
• Library or co-curricular activity area (no wandering)
• Need to use your phone? Ask a teacher on duty first.

Changing into sport gear? Wait until after 3:15 pm bell

Communication is an important part of high school life. By communicating effectively, you help ensure you are informed, organised, and fully engaged in College life. Most information is communicated directly to you as the student, rather than to your parents/guardians. While some information is shared with families via email or College social media, you are expected to take responsibility for communicating information between school and home. This is an important step in becoming independent and taking ownership of your learning.

You are expected to stay informed by:

• Listening attentively at assemblies
• Recording important dates and events in your College diary
• Checking Student Notices daily
• Regularly checking your College email

If you have questions about events or subject-specific learning, you are encouraged to take responsibility by speaking with or emailing your teacher directly. In most cases, this is your responsibility, not your parent or guardian’s. Teacher email addresses can be found on Google Classroom.

If you are unsure who to speak to, your Pastoral Care teacher is your first point of contact for general school matters. Student Reception is also available to assist you and provide guidance when needed.