Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary College

Student / Parent Camp and Excursion Contract

It is imperative for the safety and well-being of staff and students that participants attending any school camp or excursion from Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary College behave appropriately and follow our College rules. Behaviour Code on Camp / Excursion - Be responsible, behave appropriately and act in a courteous manner at all times. - Behave in a manner which is co-operative and allows all students to feel safe, respecting the rights, educational opportunities and property of others. This includes consideration of: staff, students and the wider community. Students are to refrain from offensive language, put-downs and negative behaviour. - Be compliant with all clearly communicated instructions from either staff or hired instructors. - Respect yourself and others at all times and represent our College positively to the wider community. - Proper use of equipment, furniture, buildings and the working environment is the responsibility of all students. This includes no littering. - The use or supply of drugs, including alcohol, cigarettes and un-prescribed medication is not permitted. - The college acknowledges that Mobile Phones can be a worthwhile communication tool whilst on camp or an excursion out of the school grounds. Mobile phones may be required for use in case of emergencies situations. However, the College will not take responsibility for the loss or damage of any electronic devices including IPODs and MP3 players. When not being used in the appropriate manner, mobile electronic devices may be confiscated at the discretion of the supervising teachers or students may be asked to keep these devices out of sight. Should a parent / guardian need to communicate to their daughter at any time, this can be arranged via the College office where a message can be delivered to the student. - Students who negligently damage or lose hired equipment or property of others will be responsible for meeting the costs of repairs or replacement. --------Signing the following statement acknowledges your acceptance of these conditions of attendance on camps and excursions.

Student Section
I _______________________ understand that I must adhere to the relevant College and camp rules that are outlined by Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary College. If I breach any of these rules, I will compliantly accept the consequences that my supervising teacher/s deem necessary. Signed: ______________________ ----------

Parent/Guardian Section
I _______________________ understand that my child must adhere to the relevant College and camp rules that are outlined by Matthew Flinders Girls Secondary College. In the event that my daughter is involved in any inappropriate behaviour, I am prepared to cover any costs or responsibilities that may arise as a result of my daughters actions. Also, if the supervising teacher/s deem necessary, I will travel to collect my daughter from this camp / excursion if they have been behaving in a way which is not consistent with the College values and code of behaviour.

Signed: ______________________