CODE OF CONDUCT

This Code of Conduct is based on the shared understanding that all individuals have the right to:

• be treated with respect;
  
• expect the school to be a place where a high quality learning environment is fostered to meet the needs of every student;
  
• participate equitably in the educational, social, sporting and recreational experiences that our school provides;
  
• feel safe in a school environment free from violent, threatening, coercive, offensive and discriminatory language and behaviour.

ROLES, RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Students Roles

Students are expected to:

• actively participate as a member of the school community;
  
• actively participate in the range of learning experiences offered.

Rights

Students have a right to:

• attend;
  
• feel safe and secure;
  
• expect respectful treatment from adults and other students;
  
• learn in an environment where increased self-esteem may be an outcome;
  
• a quality education at an appropriate level;
  
• fair and constructive feedback about themselves and their development at school;
  
• fair and consistent behaviour management practices;
  
• have their belongings kept safe;
  
• work in a well-maintained, safe and positive school environment.

Responsibilities

Students have a responsibility to:

• attend school each day;
  
• keep themselves and others safe;
  
• respect the rights and feelings of others;
  
• behave in a manner that brings credit on them;
  
• learn to the best of their ability;
  
• complete assigned work;
  
• hand in set work by the due date;
  
• understand that school is a place for learning and to not interfere with other students’ learning.;
  
• be positive about school, and develop self-motivation;
  
• accept the Code of Behaviour, School Rules and the consequences of their actions;
  
• accept the authority of adults;
  
• respect property (both their own and others).;
  
• take care of the school.

SPECIAL SUPPORT

A special support group has been established for those students who require help in Literacy and Numeracy. This support group operates during normal class time.

Updated Feb 2009