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Parent Student Information Guide
Parent Student Information Guide
Thank you for considering Catholic secondary education. On behalf of MacKillop College, we welcome
you to our school. As new members to our learning community, I am sure that you have many
questions about MacKillop and your place therein. This guide is designed to help you make a smooth
transition from your previous school to ours.
MacKillop College has a firm belief that all our students have talents and skills that need to be
identified and developed. We offer a wide range of subjects and extra-curricula programs to assist you
to do that. From Science and debating groups, to the vast array of sporting teams, to participating in
the annual school musical and instrumental and dance classes, I am sure that you will find something
to interest you. We invite you to explore all these options and encourage you to join in.
Religious Education is the cornerstone of our curriculum. Our curriculum reflects our Educational
Goals that will lead you to a well-rounded early learning experience in the Middle Years. Year 9 is
unique and this two-semester program is also outlined in this Handbook. From Year 10 we support you
in your career trajectory by allowing for targeted and specific courses of study to help you achieve your
ultimate post secondary school goals. Take some time to examine our curriculum and how you can
maximise your learning potential through it.
MacKillop College places particular emphasis on you as a learner – how you learn, how you can utilise
your intelligence and thinking skills to enhance your education – and these are skills that are helpful in
all aspects of life. We also understand that you will need support in adjusting to our school so our
Pastoral program, including confidential student services such as counselling, is there to assist you
through transition and at any time you feel you need additional help.
The answers to the most frequently asked questions are included in this Guide and we urge you to
explore this as your first source of information. However, should you have more questions or would
like more details or further clarification, please contact the College – we are happy to assist you.
Welcome to MacKillop College. We hope that you flourish at our school and enjoy the educational
journey that begins now, with us.
Rory Kennedy
Principal
Inspired by the spirit of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop, we strive to:
encourage individuals to reach their full potential as life-long learners by providing an innovative,
challenging and collaborative learning and teaching environment in a rapidly evolving society
enhance positive relationships in a supportive community by promoting justice and a sustainable future
support wellbeing by affirming the intrinsic dignity of each individual, embracing diversity and
empowering active citizenship
foster leadership by empowering and developing all members of the school community
witness to the presence of God amongst us by celebrating our Catholic heritage as a faith community
School Community
A sustainable future is the responsibility of all community members
Diversity, equity and justice form the basis of a supportive community
Genuine partnerships between students, families, staff and the wider community promote a positive
school environment
Student Wellbeing
Each student is a global citizen called to respond to the challenges of their time
Affirming the intrinsic dignity of each person is fundamental to student wellbeing
An environment that models Catholic values enhances student wellbeing
Education in Faith
All that we do gives witness to the presence of God
All are invited to respond to God’s call to bring hope to our world
Our Catholic heritage is celebrated in the tradition of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop
Our Heritage
MacKillop Catholic Regional College takes its name from Mary MacKillop, widely known as Saint Mary of
the Cross MacKillop. Mary MacKillop founded the Australian congregation known as the ‘Sisters of Saint
Joseph of the Sacred Heart of Jesus’ in 1866 at Penola, South Australia. Mary MacKillop was born of
Scottish parents on 15 January 1842 in Brunswick, Victoria. As she grew up she experienced what it was
to be poor. She spent time as a governess in Penola where she met Father Julian Tenison Woods. With
Father Julian Tenison Woods, she founded a new type of religious order to bring Catholic education to
ordinary working families. She and the Sisters of St. Joseph cared for the poor especially in rural areas.
The Sisters of St. Joseph have been serving the parish of Werribee, especially in the field of education,
since 1910.
At her death in North Sydney on 8 August 1909 Mary was revered as a holy woman and was beatified by
Pope John Paul II in Sydney on 19 January 1995. Mary MacKillop is Australia’s first saint.
Those of us, who face the challenge of the future, look with confidence to Blessed Mary MacKillop for
that spirit of simplicity, faith and generosity which inspired and characterized her efforts to meet the
needs of the times. We turn also to her glorious patron and ours, St. Joseph, the just man, whose
strength and spirit assisted Mary MacKillop.
Archbishop (later Cardinal) Knox officially blessed and opened the College on 4 April 1970. Junior
Secondary Registration was approved after inspection on 6 & 7 July 1971. Sr Helen Reed replaced
Sr Giovanni Farquer as Principal in 1974-1979. Sr Lynette Young succeeded in 1980-1981, followed by
Sr Marie Hanger in 1982. Sr Giovanni returned to the College in 1983 with Sr Therese Quinn and
Sr Mary Frances Coburn. MacKillop was then developed as a full Junior and Senior Secondary College.
On 1 October 1978, the title of the school officially became MacKillop Catholic Regional College. With
the demand for a quality Catholic education for both boys and girls in the local area increasing, the
College became co-educational in 1979, with 29 boys in Year 7 being admitted to the school. At first,
conditions were very crowded as the new block of classrooms, which commenced in 1978, were still
being built. The first rooms came into use in July 1979, and the completed building was blessed officially
by His Grace Archbishop Francis Little, D.D., K.B.E., and opened by the Hon. F.M. Chaney on 20 October
that year.
Sr Giovanni Farquer was appointed as Superior General of the Josephites and commenced that position
in January 1996. Mr. Rory Kennedy became Acting Principal and appointed as Principal from June 1996.
Symbols
The Cross lies at the heart of the crest and College life, and reminds us of Jesus, the model of true
humanity.
The Sun is the energy of Christ’s light which sustains us all. The centrality of this symbol of the sun
setting in the west recognises the importance of Christ in all we do and, as it sets, is one with our
movement through our day and our lives. Christ’s light illuminates our College, informs our
interactions and authenticates our actions
The beams of light emanate from the heart as sun, concentrates beams of light, of love to us all.
We are bound together by our oneness in Christ.
The Josephite Cross reminds us that the Josephite Charism pervades the College and is manifest in
all aspects of our lives. Within the Josephite Cross are the three Js of Jesus, Joseph and John the
Baptist. With this is the A and M of Ave Maria which trumpets the virtues of Mary, Mother of God
and her patient, loving faithfulness and fundamental belief in the goodness of God’s plan for her and
her son.
The Southern Cross, the great herald for travellers making their way home, speaks of our place in
the world, the uniqueness of Australia and her people. It reasserts the importance of identity within
ourselves and between each other.
Freedom and Joy Forever is the motto of the College. It is our wish for our lives as we journey with
Christ. In Christ’s love we are free to realise our innate potential and living authentically is the
source of ultimate joy – not merely for a time, but forever.
MacKillop College is zoned and therefore applications cannot be accepted from residents outside the
Werribee Parish (the exception being applicants with current or past siblings enrolled at the College). If you
are unsure of your eligibility please contact the College Registrar.
When enrolled at the College, students and parents/guardians are bound by the regulations and
expectations authorised and initiated by the Principal as detailed in the Parent and Student Information
Guide.
Parents/guardians are expected to encourage their son/daughter to observe these rules and regulations in
order to strengthen the well being of the school community.
Please note: The existing or the new Uniform must be worn in its respective entirety i.e. it is not
permissible to mix the two.
Male/Female
MacKillop College Art Smock-Waterproof
MacKillop College Backpack-Chiropractic
The MacKillop College Spray Jacket, or appropriate raincoat, may be worn over the uniform to and from
school and only when it is raining. It must be removed upon arrival at school.
Please note: The uniform must be worn as per the Uniform Policy. No compromise will be allowed.
Second-hand Uniforms
Good quality second-hand uniforms are available for sale at the Uniform Shop.
Parental Involvement
The College has a Parents & Friends Association and School Board and all are warmly encouraged to take
part in and support those bodies.
College Board
The College Board membership is comprised of the Parish Priests from St. Andrew’s (Werribee),
St. Peter’s (Hoppers Crossing) and St. James (Hoppers Crossing North), Parish representatives from
each of these parishes, the Principal of MacKillop College, a staff representative, parent
representatives, a nominee from the provincial of the Sisters of St. Joseph, a Parents & Friends
Association representative and an honorary Financial Advisor. The College Board gathers in a spirit of
collaboration to establish good governance, provide advice in areas such as school improvement and
development of policy, realise the College’s vision and achieve its educational aims.
College Canteen
The College Canteen provides a valuable service to the students of the College. The running of this
service would not be possible without the dedicated assistance of the MacKillop College parent body.
Parents/guardians are invited to volunteer to assist in the running of the canteen. Parents/guardians
who are able to assist are asked to submit the appropriate form.
Costs to parents/guardians are minimised with the in-house production of some educational resources.
This replaces the need to purchase some text books and is covered by a Faculty Resource Levy which
forms part of the school fees.
MacKillop College works on the premise that textbooks are selected for student use for 3 – 4 years. This
approach allows parents/guardians to purchase textbooks second hand and ensures that textbooks are
current, accurate and appropriate to the year level.
Families are given the opportunity of selling books second hand to younger students at the end of each
school year. This assists parents/guardians in reducing the cost of equipping students for the new school
year.
The application form must be submitted to the school by the due date stipulated on the EMA form.
1. Fees are set by the MacKillop College Board and are subject to alteration. Where possible, notification of
any alterations will be given in advance.
2. Annual school fees are charged in full in the first two weeks of the new school year. Other optional fees
are charged where appropriate.
3. Automatic family discounts apply when two or more siblings are students at the College. The discount is
applied to the Tuition fee component of the youngest student only, except where the number of students
in a family exceeds four.
Two students - 20% off Tuition Fee of 2nd sibling OR
Three students - 30% off Tuition Fee of 3rd sibling OR
Four students - 100% off Tuition Fee of 4th and subsequent sibling(s)
One discount is applicable per family and applies to students attending MacKillop College only.
4. Full fees are payable within 14 days upon the rendering of an account. Alternatively, instalment
payment arrangements are available to ensure all outstanding fees are fully paid by the end of Term 4 in
each school year.
5. Default in the payment of fees and charges renders the persons responsible for the fees to legal action
for the recovery of the unpaid fees or other charges with legal costs added to the debt.
6. No deduction can be made on account of absence, as the expenses incurred in maintaining the efficiency
of the College are not lessened by the temporary absence of individual students.
7. At least 10 weeks notice in writing must be given to the Principal/Accountant, by the parent or guardian,
before the withdrawal of a student. This includes students not intending to return to the College for the
following year. Persons who have accepted the responsibility for paying fees will be liable to pay 10 weeks
fees in lieu of notice.
If you hold a Health Care Card or Pension Card you may be eligible for Government assistance.
Payment Methods
MacKillop College offers the following options for the payment of school fees.
Cash, Cheque, Money Order
BPay
EFTPOS
Credit Card (MasterCard or Visa)
Direct Debit via Bank account
Direct Debit via Credit Card account
If you would like to use the Direct Debit facility, please complete and return the appropriate form to the
Administration Office. Further information about fee payment options can be obtained by contacting the
College Accountant.
Financial Concerns
MacKillop College is committed to providing a Catholic education for all Catholic students eligible to enrol at
our school. Parents/guardians who are genuinely unable to afford the costs of education at our College are
encouraged to request an appointment with the Principal before considering other options.
All students share responsibility for leadership at the College. In many areas of school life, students are
given formal opportunities for leadership in roles such as School Captains, Class Captains, Sports and House
Captains, Music and Choir Captains, Academic Captains, Social Justice Captains, Science and Technology
Captains, Public Speaking and Debating Captains, Fine Arts Captains and Liturgy Captains.
MacKillop College’s Student Representative Council (SRC) is very active and makes many positive
contributions to the College. The Student Representative Council is represented by students from every
year level and meets regularly to discuss and act upon student issues.
All students can exercise leadership by taking part in co-curricular sporting, creative and cultural activities.
The College realises the importance of students experiencing positions of responsibility and leadership as
the associated challenges assist in developing personal skills, values and goals.
Pastoral Care
At MacKillop College we believe that pastoral care should be centered on the personality of the
students and those factors in their environment that help or hinder their physical, social, intellectual
and emotional stability. Furthermore, we believe that we should be concerned with how the learning
environment can be adapted to cater for individual differences in order for all students to achieve
success and reach their full potential. We aim to create a flexible environment that meets the needs of
students of different abilities, needs, backgrounds and cultures.
The MacKillop College community is unique in culture and character; therefore our pastoral care
system is also unique. We take our inspiration from the life of Mary MacKillop and the work of the
Sisters of Saint Joseph. Our care for each other is an expression of our Vision and Mission Statements
and the ethos of the College. We are all witnesses to the gospel values of respect, justice and love for
our neighbour. Our pastoral care reflects our history, socio-economic circumstances, ethnic mix and
culture.
We place great emphasis on the incorporation of our values and philosophies within our pastoral care
network. We provide effective structures to communicate with our community about the welfare of
our students and their families. Pastoral care arises out of relationships formed between the College
administration, staff, students, parents/guardians, counsellor, chaplains, welfare agencies and any
member of our community who strives to make a positive difference in the lives of our young people.
MacKillop College realises the worth in expressing a real care for each other. All members of our
community, whether they are students, staff or parents/guardians, should feel comfortable in the
knowledge that an appropriate level of support will always be available. We successfully cater for a wide
range of needs and interests in curriculum and co-curricular areas. We view pastoral care as being an
essential aspect of good teaching and learning. Most importantly, our vision of pastoral care reflects the
gospel values as expressed by the life of Jesus.
Counselling normally occurs on a one to one basis but small group sessions and mediations are
possible when the need arises or when specialist programs are running. Appointments are
prioritised on a needs basis and all students will be seen as soon as possible. Appointments during
class time are considered an approved absence.
Counselling services aim to create and foster a confidential environment. A comfortable, trusting
and safe environment encourages students to seek help and explore sensitive feelings and issues.
When a student is disclosing personal information they need to be assured that it will be kept
private and confidential unless there is a risk to the student or others.
Psychological Services
MacKillop College engages additional support for students and their parents/guardians through OnPsych
Psychological Services. If you feel your son/daughter would benefit from working with a psychologist
please contact the Director of Student Services at the College.
Careers Education
MacKillop College has developed a Career Education Service in order to provide students with information
and guidance. The Careers Staff direct students toward career and course information and assist in the
subject selection process. They also direct students toward employment opportunities, provide workshop
activities, conduct structured lessons on career-related topics and job search techniques.
MacKillop College continually reviews its curriculum to ensure the best pedagogical framework while
attending to the demands of the Victorian Essential Learning Standards (VELS). We ensure all of the
standards are assessed in a rich differentiated curriculum.
In Year 7 - 8, students will participate in a Wellbeing program for one semester of the year. Students are
required to attend an Outdoor Education program which is scheduled throughout the year. Both the
Wellbeing and Outdoor Education programs are compulsory.
The curriculum at Year 7 and Year 8 is designed so that students experience learning in all Domains, with
the use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) incorporated throughout all these
Domains.
All students study the following subjects throughout Year 7 and Year 8.
Religious Education Design, Creativity & Technology
English Humanities
Mathematics The Arts – Performing and Creative
Health & Physical Education LOTE – Japanese, Italian, French
Science
In Year 9 - 10 students will participate in a Wellbeing program over the year. In Years 9 and 10 semester
units allow students the opportunity to study a broad range of subjects from a much wider range of
subject areas.
All students in Year 9 and 10 study subjects from the following Domains:
Religious Education
English
Mathematics
Science
Health and Physical Education
Humanities
Languages Other Than English (LOTE)
Italian, Japanese, French
The Arts
Music, Drama, Art, Media, Visual Communication & Design
Technology
Design, Creativity and Technology (DCT), Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
The timetable structure at MacKillop College allows students at Year 10 to select VCE units where
appropriate.
A Wellbeing program period is a compulsory part of the Year 11 - 12 curriculum. During this time there
are whole school assemblies, year level assemblies and a pastoral program that focuses on life issues
suitable for the year level of the students.
The Integrated Unit of study contains knowledge and skills from a range of traditional Domains including
English, Religious Education, Humanities, Science, The Arts and Technology. The Health & Physical
Education program has been specifically designed to support the integrated program. Mathematics and
LOTE are taught in addition to the Integrated Units of Study.
The Integrated Unit the Year 9 students study is “My World Wide Web” which focuses on connectivity in
three ways, namely:
Sustainability of our wider world;
Heritage of our rich community and
Relationships with significant others and ourselves
Our flexible VCE Program enables Year 10 students to study VCE Units 1 & 2, Year 11 students to study
VCE Units 3 & 4 and Year 12 students to undertake first year University subjects.
The following VCE units are offered at MacKillop College (dependent on student numbers per unit).
Religious Education
Religion & Society (Religion in Society); Religion & Society (Ethics and Morality); Religion & Society (The
Search for Meaning); Religion & Society (Challenge and Response).
English
English; English Literature; English Language; Foundation English.
Mathematics
General Mathematics; Mathematical Methods; Further Mathematics; Foundation Mathematics;
Specialist Mathematics.
eLearning
MacKillop College believes that we live in a time of increasingly rapid technological change and
information expansion which directly impacts upon our educational environment. Perpetual learning,
change and striving for personal excellence will be the only constant.
In striving for excellence in this environment, MacKillop College’s professional development program
ensures that our teachers are kept abreast of current digital teaching and learning strategies using the
latest and/or the most appropriate digital technologies. These strategies are what we define as
eLearning.
We provide students with modern educational settings which allow them to expand their opportunities
for participation in the learning processes. MacKillop College believes that Information and
Communication Technologies (ICTs) are significant tools that can support a more collaborative model
of student and teacher interaction. We believe that our students need to become discerning users of
ICTs and that we can offer experiences which will allow our students to fully involve themselves in, and
contribute to, local, national and global communities.
We offer network access and high-speed Internet bandwidth in all classrooms. With extensive
specialist facilities for digital multimedia (video, music, photography) as well as offering extensive PC
access within the student’s classrooms, we can support the student’s need to meet the immediacy of
the learning moment. Both hardware and software is kept current and relevant and access to these
facilities is ever-expanding. MacKillop College, through its web presence and Intranet access, offers
seamless electronic connectivity between the school and home environment; providing a wide variety
of services to support our students, parents/guardians and teachers. We see that this is as a major
advancement in our endeavours to provide an exemplary and evolutionary learning environment for
all.
Outdoor Education
Learning takes place inside and outside the classroom. MacKillop College offers its students an
extensive and challenging Outdoor Education program. Senior students interested in Outdoor and
Environmental Studies can elect to study it at the Year 10 and VCE level.
Students participate in activities such as bush cooking, hiking, map reading and orienteering, bush
safety and canoeing, rock-climbing and cross-country skiing. Our Outdoor Education program provides
students with an opportunity, in a strong pastoral environment, to develop:
An awareness of the environment
Personal responsibility and team-work skills
Community spirit
Leadership and problem-solving skills
Recreational skills
To take advantage of Victoria’s diverse environment, different venues are selected for the Outdoor
Education program.
MacKillop College is a member of three sporting associations: the Sporting Association for Catholic Co-
Educational Secondary Schools (SACCSS), the Victorian Secondary Schools Sports Association (VSSSA), and
the Catholic All Schools (CAS). Hence students have the opportunity to compete with other schools and at
State level. As well as encouraging students to participate in competitive sport, we also organise activities
to improve students’ health and fitness levels. Weight training is also offered in the well-equipped
gymnasium.
Teachers within each of the Domains design the course of study for the subject, specify the learning
outcomes and determine the type and number of learning tasks to be used to assess student progress and
achievement.
Learning tasks such as assignments, essays, projects, reports, tests, exams and presentations are given on a
regular basis. The subject teacher corrects tasks and then the teacher provides feedback in relation to the
student’s performance on a particular learning task.
Reporting enables the teacher to communicate with parents/guardians regarding a student’s academic and
personal development, behaviour and special needs. At MacKillop College, reporting is a continuous,
ongoing process consisting of a mix of verbal and written communications.
Parents/guardians receive information about their son/daughter’s progress and achievements in a variety of
ways. These may include:
Teachers writing notes in a student’s diary
Subject teachers writing comments and the grade achieved on assessment tasks
Teachers telephoning parents/guardians, writing to them or meeting with them regarding academic or
behavioural problems after consultation with the Homeroom Teacher or Level Coordinator
Teachers notifying parents/guardians of certain behavioural problems by means of home study notices,
detention notices and referral notices
Written reports being supplied to parents/guardians throughout the terms
Parent/guardian/student and teacher interviews are conducted during Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3.
Integration students
The MacKillop College Integrated Students program ensures students have access to all curriculum, facilities
and activities within the College. This is facilitated by the development of Individual Learning Programs
which are reviewed each term through Program Support Group meetings. Modification of curriculum and
timetabled assistance from Integration Aides is provided where necessary.
Payment Guidelines
Lesson fees are due and payable prior to the commencement of each term. Failure to make payment prior
to the commencement of the term may result in the student being withdrawn from the program. Once
enrolled, students are committed for a full term’s tuition and withdrawals from the program may only take
place at the end of each term by completing a Performing Arts Program Exit Form.
Hired instruments must be returned immediately to the Director of Music. A hire charge will be applicable if
instruments are not returned by the end of the term. If the Instrument is damaged while on hire, the cost of
repair will be the student’s responsibility. Students may be required to purchase a Tutor book for their
instrument.
Please Note:
If you would like to enrol in the Performing Arts Program, please complete and return the appropriate form
to the Administration Office.
Feeling Sick/Accident/Injury
A First Aid facility is provided and located in the ‘John the Baptist Centre’. When illness/injury is brought
to the attention of the appropriate Teacher or School Officer, all reasonable care and treatment will be
provided at our First Aid room.
In the event of a student becoming ill or injured, a parent/guardian will be notified and requested to
arrange for the student to be collected from school and taken home as soon as possible.
With prior arrangement, personal medication will be stored in the First Aid room. Assistance will be
provided as required in the administering of medication. Medication to be taken by a student always
remains their own responsibility.
If alternative special arrangements are required please contact the College.
Property
1. The College accepts no responsibility for the safekeeping of students’ books, clothing, bicycles or other
property including electronic devices such as iPods, mp3 players, earphones and the like. All possessions are to
be clearly labelled with the student’s name and class.
The use of electronic devices, in the classroom, is at the discretion of the subject teacher. Students are not to
use these devices for listening to music outside class time. Under teacher direction, students may be permitted
to use their own headphones in class for educational purposes.
Skateboards and scooters are not to be brought to school.
2. Whilst mobile phones are permissible for security purposes, the need for students to bring mobile phones to
school should be at an absolute minimum. Mobile phones are not to be used during the school day (from the
time a student arrives at school until they leave their building following afternoon homeroom) and they are to
remain switched off at all times. Year 11 and 12 students leaving the College during times specified on their
study contracts are not permitted to use their phones until they reach designated pick-up areas or have left the
College. Mobile phones brought to the College remain the responsibility of the owner. Misuse of mobile
phones will result in confiscation.
Students who need to communicate with parents/guardians they may do so through Team Leaders/Level
Coordinators or the Main Office. The Main Office is open until 4:30pm and other staff are usually available until
6:00pm. If students need to be contacted in an emergency, contact will be through the Main Office.
Behaviour
3. All students are expected promptly and respectfully to observe teachers' requests whether in class or out in
the yard. Rudeness and insolence will not be tolerated.
5. Students are expected to exercise self-control at all times. In keeping with Christian courtesy and refinement,
rough language and behaviour is not permitted either inside or outside the school buildings.
6. Students are to respect the property of others as well as their own and may not, without permission, use any
equipment belonging to the school or another student.
7. Throwing of any missile is not permitted either inside or outside the buildings.
8. Students are to respect the College environment. Bins are to be used for rubbish. Students shall be rostered
for yard duty and are to report to the teacher on duty at 1:15pm for their particular area.
9. Items deemed offensive or harmful are banned from school and are not to be in the possession of any
student. These include: drugs, alcohol, knives, steel rulers, lighters or their equivalent. Textas, liquid paper and
chewing gum are banned.
10. Students are not permitted to receive visitors or phone calls during school hours. Such socialising is to be
kept to out-of-school times.
12. It is a basic right of all students in our school to receive their education free from humiliation, intimidation
and abuse. Bullying, whether it be gesture, extortion, exclusion, physical, emotional or verbal abuse will not be
tolerated at MacKillop College.
13. Assemblies are held on a regular basis at MacKillop College. Students are expected to conduct themselves
in a manner befitting the occasion. They must move quietly and directly to the assembly area in class
alphabetical order under the direction of their teacher. Students must sit in their designated seat in the
assembly room and remain quiet for the duration of the Assembly. Their manner should be respectful of those
who are speaking and not distracting to students around them. At the conclusion of the assembly, students
must wait to be directed to leave by their teacher and do so in an orderly manner.
Bike Riders
14. Students who ride a bicycle to school are to wear a helmet. Bicycles are to be left at the bicycle racks.
Removable parts such as pumps are not to be left on bicycles. Bike chains and locks are advisable. In travelling
to and from school all cyclists are to observe traffic regulations. Both cyclist and pedestrian students are to use
the official crossings. Cyclists will walk their bicycles across these crossings under the supervision of the duly
appointed controllers. Whilst in the school grounds, cyclists will walk their bicycles. All uniform requirements
still apply to those who travel to and from school by bicycle.
Personal Details
15. Students are to notify the Homeroom teacher / Level Coordinator and main office of any alterations to
personal details via the Student Verification form.
Attendance
16. Students are to be prepared for lesson at the beginning of set class times, especially after Recess (11:00am)
and Lunch (1:30pm)
17. Whenever a student is absent from school, a written note signed by a parent/guardian is to be presented to
the Homeroom Teacher on the day of return. For the absence to be approved by the school (as percentage
attendance is important as part of the Achievement and Promotion Policy), parent/guardians need to support
the absence with a Medical Certificate or Statutory Declaration made by the parent/guardian regarding their
son/daughter’s illness preventing them from attending school. The Statutory Declaration is permissible as an
alternative to the Medical Certificate if the student is unable to secure a doctor appointment on the day of the
illness. The Statutory Declaration must be made on that same day, for that day. Statutory Declarations will not
be accepted more that 3 days after the student has returned to school from illness or for multiple consecutive
days.
18. Students will not be permitted to leave College grounds unless signed out at the administration office by a
parent/guardian. If doctor appointments, etc., are in school hours, the medical appointment card/letter, signed
by a parent/guardian, is to be presented to the Homeroom Teacher. When possible, it is advisable to make
appointments after school hours.
19. Students leaving the school premises are to report to the Administration office to be signed out by their
parent/guardian or provide a note signed by their parent/guardian and Homeroom teacher. Students arriving
late to school are to report to the Administration office. A note to explain lateness is required.
Parent and Student Information Guide
20. Students are to eat in prescribed areas and observe lunch time regulations. Students will not be permitted
to leave the College grounds to buy lunch.
21. A First Aid facility is provided and located in the “John the Baptist Centre”. When illness/injury is brought to
the attention of the appropriate Teacher/Team Leader/Level Coordinator, all reasonable care and treatment
will be provided at our First Aid room.
22. In the event of a student becoming ill or injured, parent/guardians will be notified and requested to arrange
for the student to be collected from school and taken home as soon as possible.
With prior arrangement, personal medication will be stored in the First Aid room. Assistance will be provided as
required in the administering of medication. Medication to be taken by a student always remains their own
responsibility.
If alternative special arrangements are required please contact the College.
School Functions
23. All students are expected to attend the following school functions:
Opening Mass
Outdoor Education activities
Swimming Carnival (Year 7 Students)
Retreats
Athletics Carnival (Year 7 students)
Orientation activities
Cross Country (Year 7 & 8 students)
Speech Night
MacKillop Day
Graduation (Year 12 Students)
Physical Disabilities
24. If your son/daughter has any disability or concern which may affect any school activities, or which may
require particular attention by members of the staff, please make this known to the Team Leaders/Level
Coordinators as soon as possible. A register of students with disabilities is maintained at the main office.
26. Students are not permitted to leave their room between lessons. This time is to be spent in preparing for
the next lesson.
27. Students are to be ready to work when the teacher enters the room.
28. Students are to stand when a teacher enters the room and, after being greeted by the teacher, sit when
directed.
29. Students are to obtain permission before speaking or leaving their seats.
30. Students are to pay attention when the teacher or other students are speaking.
32. Students who miss class due to absence are expected to catch up on the learning missed - it is the student's
own responsibility to find out details of assignments, etc., given to a class while he/she was absent.
33. White-board markers, dusters, etc., are not for student use - they are to not be used without permission
from a teacher. Teachers retain such items in their own possession.
34. Students are to move directly to their rooms and are not to disrupt others in the process of moving from
one class to another.
35. The use of the Internet at MacKillop College is for learning purposes only. Students are responsible for
maintaining their Internet credit and ensuring adequate credit is available for all classes.
36. Student Diary: Students are required to use the diary to keep a record of work set. At Years 7, 8, 9 and 10,
students are to ensure that parents/guardians sign it weekly. The diary may also be used as a means of
communication between parents/guardians and teachers. Students are expected to complete homestudy by
the date designated.
37. Physical Education: Every student in Years 7 - 10, unless medically unfit, is required to participate in Physical
Education activities and wear the Physical Education uniform. Notes are to be sent to the Physical Education
teacher if the student cannot participate for any medical reason.
38. Excursions: Students representing the school on excursions or sporting events are expected to comply with
the expectations of the school (in relation to both general behaviour and completion of work requirements)
before permission to attend the excursion will be granted. While students are on excursions all school rules will
apply; this includes the wearing of the appropriate school uniform in its entirety and the MacKillop school bag if
necessary. No student will be permitted on an excursion unless a signed Excursion Form is lodged with the
school. This form authorizes the supervising teachers to seek medical attention when necessary and to extend
to the student the care that a reasonable parent/guardian would extend in the same circumstances.
Uniform
39. Correct and full uniform is to be worn to and from school. If students choose to wear their school uniform
in public on other occasions, e.g. after school, it is still to be worn as the complete uniform and students will
adhere to the College expectations. On sports days, or at the specific request of staff, students may come in full
Physical Education uniform. (On other days runners may be worn for lunchtime activities only but are not to be
worn in class nor to and from school.)
40. The College blazer is to be worn to and from school every day. On hot days, wearing of the blazer home will
be at the discretion of the College. Jumpers are not to be worn as the outer garment to and from school.
41. If concession is made to students about wearing of the blazer on hot days, then the polar fleece tops will
also be optional. No garment other than those stated in uniform requirements are to be visible, e.g. T-shirts
worn under shirts and skirts, socks beneath stockings. The College sports jacket (or appropriate raincoat) may
only be worn over the polar fleece (sports uniform) or blazer (full summer/winter uniform) to and from school
and only when it is raining only. It must be removed upon arrival at school.
42. Shirts are to be tucked in at all times. Blazers, school jumpers, polar fleece and spray jackets are not to be
worn around the waist.
44. Students in Year 7, 8, 9, and 10 may wear the full Physical Education uniform only on days for which they are
timetabled to participate in Physical Education or Drama classes. All Year 11 and 12 students are to wear the full
MacKillop school uniform every school day and change for Physical Education where applicable.
45. Incorrect or incomplete Physical Education uniform is not to be worn to school. Instead, students are to
wear their full school uniform and change into their alternative sports uniform for Physical Education classes
only. The Physical Education uniform is not to be worn to school if students are not participating in a practical
class. When wearing the Physical Education uniform the polar fleece is considered the outer garment.
The College polo shirt and polar fleece top are the only tops permitted when students are required to wear
their Physical Education uniform. All items of clothing other than these specified, for example skivvy and
windcheater, are not permitted to be worn. If students present to a Physical Education class in the incorrect or
incomplete Physical Education uniform, they will be referred to the Time Out Room where they will spend the
duration of the Physical Education lesson.
46. When the full uniform cannot be worn for some good reason, parents/guardians are asked to notify the
Level Coordinator/Team Leader in writing.
47. Fashion jewellery or accessories of any kind are not to be worn. One wrist watch, and a pair of plain studs
or small plain sleepers (gold or silver), one in each lower lobe of the ear, is permissible. No other jewellery on
any part of the body is to be worn.
48. Hair is to be neatly groomed, appropriate to the wearing of a uniform, fastened back and off the face at all
times. When the hair is tied back, the accessory used must be burgundy in colour, as per College regulations.
Unusual fashion modes, as determined by the College, that are not in keeping with the wearing of a school
uniform are unacceptable. This includes haircuts below a number 2, Mohawks, spiked hair, horns, dreadlocks,
braids, unwashed hair or any unnatural hair color, etc. Students are to be clean-shaven.
49. No make-up or coloured nail polish is to be worn. Accessories, other than those already stated above, are
not to be worn.
50. Each student is to have a MacKillop College back-pack. All students' back-packs, books, diary and school
equipment are to be free of graffiti and any kind of labels or stickers.
51. To ensure adequate protection from the sun the wearing of an official MacKillop College peaked cap or hat
is compulsory for all students in Years 7 to 12 during Physical Education classes.
52. MacKillop College students are to wear the approved uniform. Because the uniform advertises the College,
it is essential that it be worn with respect.
All teachers in the school are using the program, which does the following:
a) Establishes a simple set of classroom rules
b) Arranges for recognition of behaviour appropriate to the rules
c) Corrects students who have difficulty following the rules.
The correction aspect of the RCP will be used where a breach of the rules results in disruption to the
teaching-learning process. Inappropriate behaviour which does not disrupt the teaching-learning process
will be dealt with by means other than the RCP.
Correction procedures of the RCP will be the same for all classes; a process of reminding, then warning,
and finally referring students who have difficulty following the rules. Full details of the correction
procedures, referral procedures and time-out are attached.
Correction Procedures
1. When a student breaks a rule, disrupting the teaching-learning process, the student is reminded of
the rule(s).
2. When a student breaks the same or another rule (during the same class), again disrupting the
teaching-learning process, the student is warned of consequences for continued misconduct.
3. When a student breaks a rule for third time during the lesson, the student is referred to a Time-Out
Room.
Referral Procedures:
1. First Referral:
i) Student is asked to go to a supervised place - immediately. Student returns to class at the beginning
of next lesson
ii) A standard form letter is carried home by the student - to be acknowledged by a parent/guardian.
iii) If the letter is not acknowledged, parent/guardian will be contacted.
iv) Students must negotiate re-entry to the class with the referring teacher.
2. Second Referral
Second referral within three school days after first Referral:
i) The student is sent to a supervised place until the matter is addressed.
ii) Time-out for a full day.
iii) A different standard form letter is sent home.
iv) Parent/Guardians are asked to contact the school within twenty-four hours.
v) Again, students must negotiate re-entry to the class with the referring teacher.
3. Third Referral
Third referral within two school days after returning from second Referral.
The consequence is that the student stays in Time-Out until their parent/guardian visits the school and
the issue is resolved. Minimum time spent in time-out will be a full day.
The College accepts that students will not always achieve their best for a variety of reasons and
acknowledges that intervention, in order to raise the academic standards of a student and meet the needs
of individual students, is essential and should involve a process that is equitable and fair to the individual’s
needs.
Objective
The Student Achievement and Promotion Policy aims to provide a guide to the requirements of student’s
progression from one year level to the next. It is the basis for the subject selection processes for Years 8 -
12 and for students wishing to participate in accelerated studies.
In order for a VCE/VCAL student to be promoted to the next semester, it would be expected that the
student:
Demonstrate through his/her behaviour and attendance, a commitment to the values of the College.
This includes attendance and participation at official College functions.
Complete all work in Religious Education to a satisfactory standard.
Receive a Satisfactory (S) overall result in at least 5 VCE units or all VCAL units.
Attend the College on a regular basis which should not be less than 95% of class time.
In order for a VCE/VCAL student to be promoted to the next unit, it would be expected that the student:
Receive a Satisfactory (S) overall result in the preceding unit.
At all times, the process of promotion from one year level to the next would be based upon the
individual needs of each student and any particular circumstances that may have affected, or may be
affecting, the student. The final decision would be at the discretion of the Principal.
Attendance Requirements
Attendance at each subject must not be less than the specified amount for each year level. This does include
approved absences. Student attendance will be marked every lesson. Students who fail to meet the
attendance requirements will receive an ‘N’ for that unit or subject.
If a student misses a large amount of classes due to absences, the student may be recommended to repeat the
subject(s) in order to consolidate their work.
Students who intend to be absent for extended periods of time (greater than 1 week) due to family holiday, will
be required to attend an interview at the College prior to this Holiday. The interview may consist of the
student, parent/guardian, Deputy Principal (Learning and Teaching) and possibly Homeroom Teacher and/or
Level Coordinator. Students must ensure that they meet all the required standards by the end of the school
year.
VCE Requirements
Units 1 – 4 in all VCE studies are conducted under the auspice of the Victorian Curriculum Assessment
Authority (VCAA). Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) is dependent on a
student’s two or three year program and must include a satisfactory completion of 16 units which include:
3 units from the English group
3 sequences of Units 3 and 4 studies other than English, of which 2 can be Victorian Certificate of
Education (VCE) or Vocational Education and Training (VET) sequences
Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) also advises that for the calculation of a student’s ENTER
(Equivalent National Tertiary Entrance Rank); satisfactory completion of both Unit 3 and Unit 4 of an
English study is required.
VCAL Requirements
All VCAL studies are conducted under the auspice of the Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority (VCAA). To
be awarded the VCAL, students must successfully complete a learning program, which is designed to comply
with the following credit requirements. It must:
Be made up of 10 credits
Include curriculum components from each of the following four VCAL curriculum strands:
a) Literacy and Numeracy Skills
b) Industry Specific Skills
c) Work Related Skills
d) Personal Development Skills.
Include:
a minimum of two VCAL units
in the Literacy and Numeracy Skills strand, curriculum components to the value of one credit for
literacy and one credit for numeracy
in each of the remaining three strands, curriculum components to the value of at least one credit in
each
Include curriculum components to the value of six credits at the level of the VCAL award, of which one
must be for literacy and one credit must be for a VCAL Personal Development Skills unit
Implementation
Pastoral Intervention for ‘At Risk’ Students
‘Unsatisfactory Notification’ forms or ‘N’ results for individual Learning Tasks
When a student has received a third ‘Unsatisfactory Notification’ form or three or more ‘N’ results for
Learning Tasks, in one subject or across subjects, the Homeroom Teacher will instigate an interview with
parents/guardians, the student and the Level Coordinator/Team Leader.
These standards will need to be established in Semester 1 and maintained in Semester 2 of the year prior
to beginning the Telescope class.
These standards will need to be established in Semester 1 and maintained in Semester 2 of the year prior
to advancing the following year level.
Definition of Harassment
Harassment or bullying is defined as the oppression, psychological or physical, of one person by another
person or group of persons.
Examples of Harassment
i) Bullying: (including gesture, verbal, physical, extortion, exclusion)
working alone or with others in order to frighten or humiliate.
threatening another.
hitting, punching, pushing or employing other unwanted aggressive physical contact against
another.
deliberately excluding or isolating another from social contact.
ii) Teasing:
calling another person names, putting them down or degrading them.
iii) Provoking:
hiding or destroying another's property.
iv) Intimidating:
standing over another or staring at them.
using objects or weapons to frighten.
constructing unacceptable or unpleasant notes or illustrations about another.
v) Racial or religious discrimination:
disadvantaging another by word or action on the basis of racial or religious background.
vi) Sexual harassment:
touching, brushing up against another, or any other form of unwanted physical contact.
calling another unacceptable names, making suggestive comments or using sexually orientated
joking.
commenting on the size or the shape of another's body.
questions or comments about another's sexual preference.
displays of sexually graphic material.
vii) Libel/slander:
spreading rumours about another person or their family.
When someone says something or does something to you that you do not like, or that makes you feel
uncomfortable, it is not acceptable. You do not have to put up with this behaviour.
You can do something about it!
If you are a witness to any harassment it is your responsibility to report it to someone who is in a position
to take some action.
The College recognises it has a role to play in prevention and intervention in drug-related issues, and desires
to promote and encourage personal health and a well-balanced lifestyle. We provide a comprehensive drug
education curricula and pastoral program designed to equip students to make healthy and informed
decisions about drug use.
Definition of drug
A drug is defined as "any substance, with the exception of food and water, which when taken into the body,
alters its function physiologically and/or psychologically”. This includes both legal, such as alcohol, tobacco
and prescribed medications and illegal drugs (World Health Organisation).
In our call to educate all to wholeness we aspire to create an environment where members of our
Community are informed about drugs and drug issues.
Prevention
As a health promoting school, MacKillop College aims to create an environment that is safe, stimulating and
satisfying and complements classroom based learning experiences. MacKillop College will offer students a
drug education program as a core component of the school curriculum. This coordinated, sequential and
age-appropriate program will provide relevant, accurate and current information which will develop
personal and social skills to make informed decisions and deal with drug-related issues. Drug education
activities, which cover the implications of drug use and misuse, will be presented in the classroom and
pastoral setting. Different Domain Areas will be involved in the delivery of drug education and the program
will reflect Christian values and perspectives.
Intervention
The MacKillop Community acknowledges that there are many reasons why people use drugs. Consequently
responses to drug use need to take into account the complexity of each individual’s situation. It is likely that,
at some time, drug-related incidents will occur on college grounds or involve members of the school
community and will require a response from the school.
Whilst on school premises and at specific school functions, MacKillop College does not permit members of
its community to:
Smoke tobacco products;
Deliberately inhale solvents;
Possess drug-related equipment such as syringes (unless prescribed for medical reasons and with the
knowledge of the appropriate staff members), bongs, pipes; and
Possess or use drugs prohibited in accordance with the current legislation; or
Consume alcoholic beverages (unless at specific school functions and with approval of the Principal).
Sanctions
All drug related incidents will be investigated following the process outlined in the College’s “Procedures for
Critical Incidences”. Sanctions should be seen as a consequence of the person’s choice of behaviour.
Where a person is found to be involved in unauthorised drug use (including possession, use or under
influence and selling), the school will take into account the nature and circumstances of the offence. The
school will notify parents/guardians, if applicable, but may also:
provide counselling
ask the person to attend a particular drug education program
enforce loss of privileges
remove the person so no further contact with others is possible
refer to an external agency
notify police
negotiate a transfer to another school (in the case of serious or repeated offences).
Such sanctions are designed to consider the physical, mental, emotional health and well being of a member
of the MacKillop community. Due process will be followed with as much discretion as is possible in the
circumstances.
Tobacco Products
MacKillop College recognises the danger smoking and passive smoking causes to health and has established
a policy to ensure that the entire school grounds are smoke free. Students who are found smoking, in
possession of tobacco products or in the company of other students who are smoking will be liable to a
range of sanctions dependent on the circumstances and whether or not previous offences have been
recorded. The parents/guardian are responsible to negotiate with the school for the student’s return to the
college.
Alcoholic Beverages
Students found in possession, to be supplying or suffering the effects of alcohol will be referred to the Year
Level Coordinator/Team Leader, who will initially ensure the student’s well being. Once the circumstances
have been reviewed, parents/guardians will be contacted and asked to take the student home. Students will
be liable to a range of sanctions dependent on the circumstances and whether or not previous offences have
been recorded. The parents/guardian are responsible to negotiate with the school for the student’s return to
the college.
Drug-related Equipment
Any student in possession of unauthorised drug-related equipment with have it confiscated immediately and
parents/guardians will be notified. Students will be liable to a range of sanctions dependent on the
circumstances and whether or not previous offences have been recorded. The parents/guardians are
responsible to negotiate with the school for the student’s return to the college.
Illegal Drugs
The possession and/or supply of illegal drugs is an offence and is against the law. The College views either
offence as a very serious matter. If a member of the MacKillop community suspects another of using drugs
inappropriately or suffering from the effects of using drugs, (s)he should inform the appropriate authority.
Any student found in possession, to be supplying or suffering the effects of illegal drugs will be referred to
the Year Level Coordinator/Team Leader, who will initially ensure the student’s well being. Once the
circumstances have been reviewed, parents/guardians will be contacted and asked to take the student
home. Students, at the discretion of the Principal, will be liable to a range of sanctions dependent on the
circumstances and whether or not previous offences have been recorded. The parents/guardians are
responsible to negotiate with the school for the student’s return to the college.
Any information presented or revealed will be treated confidentially until a careful investigation has been
completed. Such information will be revealed only if deemed necessary.
Authorised Medications.
Authorised medications are understood to be any medically prescribed medications, or any medications
taken with parental permission.
Any student needing to use authorised medications at school must:
Bring medication to First Aid Officer, clearly labelled with their name and class;
Submit the student Medication Form from their parent/guardian explaining the use (dosage and
frequency) of the medication. This form can be obtained from the First Aid Officer in the John the
Baptist Centre;
Arrange to come to the First Aid Officer to take/use medication as needed. The First Aid Officer will
enter the medication used in a logbook, each time a student is given the medication.
At the end of each term, all medications will be returned to parent/guardian.
The process regarding authorised medications is to be followed each term.
Parent and Student Information Guide
Privacy Policy
This statement outlines the MacKillop College, Werribee policy on how the School uses and manages personal
information provided to or collected by it.
MacKillop College is bound by the National Privacy Principles contained in the Commonwealth Privacy Act.
MacKillop College may, from time to time, review and update this Privacy Policy to take account of new laws
and technology, changes to schools' operations and practices and to make sure it remains appropriate to the
changing school environment.
What Kind of personal information does MacKillop College collect and how do we collect it?
The type of information MacKillop College collects and holds includes (but is not limited to) personal
information, including sensitive information, about:
students and parents and/or guardians (‘parents’) before, during and after the course of a student's
enrolment at the school;
job applicants, staff members, volunteers and contractors; and
other people who come into contact with the school.
How will MacKillop College use the personal information you provide?
MacKillop College will use personal information it collects from you for the primary purpose of education, and
for such other secondary purposes that are related to the primary purpose of collection and reasonably
expected, or to which you have consented.
The purposes for which the school uses personal information of students and parents include:
to keep parents informed about matters related to their son/daughter's schooling, through
correspondence, newsletters and magazines;
day-to-day administration;
looking after students' educational, social and medical wellbeing;
seeking donations and marketing for the School;
to satisfy the school's legal obligations and allow MacKillop College to discharge its duty of care.
In some cases where MacKillop College requests personal information about a student or parent, if the
information requested is not obtained, the school may not be able to enrol or continue the enrolment of the
student.
Parent and Student Information Guide
Job applicants, staff members and contractors
In relation to personal information of job applicants, staff members and contractors, the school's primary
purpose of collection is to assess and (if successful) to engage the applicant, staff member or contractor, as the
case may be.
The purposes for which the school uses personal information of job applicants, staff members and contractors
include:
in administering the individual's employment or contract, as the case may be;
for insurance purposes;
seeking funds and marketing for the school;
to satisfy the school's legal obligations, for example, in relation to child protection legislation.
Volunteers
MacKillop College also obtains personal information about volunteers who assist the school in its functions or
conduct associated activities, such as [alumni associations], to enable the school and the volunteers to work
together.
Parents, staff, contractors and other members of the wider school community may from time to time receive
fundraising information, school publications, like newsletters and magazines, which include personal
information, may be used for marketing purposes.
Sensitive information will be used and disclosed only for the purpose for which it was provided or a directly
related secondary purpose, unless you agree otherwise, or the use or disclosure of the sensitive information is
allowed by law.
Parent and Student Information Guide
Management and security of personal information
MacKillop College staff are required to respect the confidentiality of students' and parents' personal
information and the privacy of individuals.
MacKillop College has in place steps to protect the personal information the school holds from misuse, loss,
unauthorised access, modification or disclosure by use of various methods including locked storage of paper
records and password access rights to computerised records.
The National Privacy Principles require the school not to store personal information longer than necessary.
You have the right to check what personal information MacKillop College holds about you
Under the Commonwealth Privacy Act, an individual has the right to obtain access to any personal information
which MacKillop College holds about them and to advise the school of any perceived inaccuracy. There are
some exceptions to this right set out in the Act. Students will generally have access to their personal
information through their parents, but older students may seek access themselves.
To make a request to access any information the school holds about you or your son/daughter, please contact
the Principal in writing.
The school may require you to verify your identity and specify what information you require. The school may
charge a fee to cover the cost of verifying your application and locating, retrieving, reviewing and copying any
material requested. If the information sought is extensive, the school will advise the likely cost in advance.
Generally, the school will refer any requests for consent and notices in relation to the personal information of a
student to the student's parents. The school will treat consent given by parents as consent given on behalf of
the student, and notice to parents will act as notice given to the student.
Parents may seek access to personal information held by MacKillop College about them or their son/daughter
by contacting the Principal. However, there will be occasions when access is denied. Such occasions would
include where release of the information would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others, or
where the release may result in a breach of the school's duty of care to the student.
MacKillop College may, at its discretion, on the request of a student grant that student access to information
held by the school about them, or allow a student to give or withhold consent to the use of their personal
information, independently of their parents. This would normally be done only when the maturity of the
student and/or the student's personal circumstances so warranted.
Monitoring
From time to time, the contents and usage of email may be examined by the School or by a third party on
the School's behalf. This will include electronic communications which are sent to you or by you, both
internally and/or externally.
The School may from time to time have the need to examine your email and its contents.
The School's computer network is an educational tool to be used primarily for educational purposes. You
therefore have a responsibility to use these resources in an appropriate and lawful manner.
All messages on the School's system will be treated as education related messages, which may be
monitored. Accordingly, you should not expect that any information or document transmitted or stored on
the School's computer network will be private.
You should also be aware that the School is able to monitor your use of the Internet during school hours.
This includes the sites and content that you visit and the length of time you spend using the Internet.
Emails will be archived by the School as it considers appropriate.
This policy may affect the educational outcomes of the MacKillop College curriculum. At the discretion of the
classroom teacher, the Deputy Principal of Student Welfare may be consulted for any offence and in extreme
circumstances; parents/guardians may be notified immediately for any offence.
Please Note:
The Network and Internet Access Agreement needs to be completed and returned to the Administration
Office.
As part of this policy, we have considered it necessary to generate a Media Consent Form. The form outlines
a comprehensive list of the uses to which a student image or audio recording may be applied as part of the
normal functioning of the College. These are largely curriculum-based and used principally within the
College, however, in some circumstances the reproduction of a student image or audio recording is
requested for publication outside the College. For example, advertising on the College Website and the
Prospectus or publication in local newspapers in recognition of achievement.
We urge you to carefully consider this document. The Media Consent form must be completed for all
students and will be kept on file for the duration of their education unless advised otherwise in writing.
Please Note:
The Media Consent Form needs to be completed and returned to the Administration Office.