BCC Parent Handbook 2017

Bunbury
Catholic College
2017
Parent Handbook
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Whos Who at Bunbury Catholic College
Parental and Student Commitment
College Commitment
College Expectations
College Learning Management System SEQTA
Uniform and Grooming Policy
Attendance and Sickness
Pastoral Care
Electronic Devices Policy
Information and Communication Technology Policy
Privacy Policy Information
Drug Policy
Assessment Policy
Physical Education Policy
Parent-Teacher Interviews
Structure of the Day and Bell Timings
Responsible Behaviour Policy
Homework and Study
St Patricks Cathedral, Bunbury Transport Arrangements
Choose Peer Respect Policy

WHOS WHO AT BUNBURY CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Mercy Campus and Marist Campus
College Executive
Principal Ms Denise OMeara
Vice Principal Mr Eugene de Lima
Deputy Principal Mr John ODea (Years 7, 9 & 11)
Deputy Principal Mrs Deborah Garbutt (Years 8, 10 & 12)
Religious Education Coordinator Mrs Gobi May
Bursar Mr Brent Steere
Mercy Representative Mrs Viv McKenzie
Services
Chaplain Fr Edwin Ocho (Marist), Fr Jayan Johnson (Mercy)
School Counsellor Mrs Maria de Lima
Vocational Education & Training Mr Michael Downes
Systems Administrator Mr Greg Everitt
Publicity Officer Mrs Jacqui Granger
School Nurse Ms Miranda McKee
Property Services Manager Mr Darryl Alietti
Canteen Manager (Marist) Mrs Jane Prowse Ph: 9721 0066
Caf Manager (Mercy) Ms Tania Banasiak Ph: 9720 3320
Uniform Shop Manager Mrs Marlene Leemeyer Ph: 9721 0067
Head of Year (Marist) Head of Year (Mercy Campus)

Year 7 Mrs Cecily McCarthy Mrs Viv McKenzie
Year 8 Mrs Sharon Doyle Mrs Karyn Cronin
Year 9 Ms Mikala Kemp-Downes Mr Jeremy Obern
Year 10 Mrs Wendy Morris Mrs Maree Maughan
Year 11 Mr David Norrish Mr Michael Bryce
Year 12 Mr Travis McGuire
Head of Learning Areas

Dean of Curriculum Mrs Natasha Hart (Leave Term 1)
Visual Arts Mrs Brenda Della-Sale
Performing Arts Mrs Barbara Morgan
English Ms Ingrid Fourie
Mathematics Mr Nigel Snelson
Health & Physical Education Mr Graham Jones
Science Mr Murray Hegney
Humanities Mr Greg Chipchase
Technology Mrs MaryAnne Ashby
Languages Mrs Laura Whitfield
Dean of Professional Learning Ms Justine Bow
Ministry Coordinator Mrs Michelle Barrow
Learning Centre Coordinator Ms Katie Hodgkin
Director of Library Services Mr Stephen Carley
Director of Sport Mr Vlad Alava
Bus Services
Swan Transit (08) 9796 9500 / 136213
BUSWEST (08) 9725 4456
Loves Bus Service (08) 9791 3133
South West Coachlines (08) 9722 7800
Public Transport Authority (08) 9326 2000 (School Bus Services) www.pta.wa.gov.au
PARENTAL AND STUDENT COMMITMENT
Parents are in partnership with the College and as part of this relationship, parents and students
committed to support the College during the enrolment interview.
Parents of students at Bunbury Catholic College have committed to:
Support and commit to the RE program, our liturgies and our practices
An openness of communication
Support all College policies attendance, homework, uniform and discipline
Be involved in College and Community through an involvement in perhaps the canteen, P&F,
Fundraising, sports coaching, Busy-bees, attendance at functions.
A financial support
To support and ensure their child complies with all graduation requirements.
COLLEGE COMMITMENT
The College, as an active partner in the education of its students, also pledges that:
Through quality teaching and learning in an environment enlivened by Christs spirit of love, justice
and freedom, Bunbury Catholic College strives to empower students to achieve their potential, as
our gift to God.
COLLEGE EXPECTATIONS
Courtesy and General Conduct
Courteous behaviour is expected at all times, both in and out of class and in interaction with other
students and staff. General politeness and good manners should be displayed by all.
Classrooms
Students are not permitted in classrooms at all until their teacher arrives for class. Students must
remain outside the classroom in an orderly manner. Classrooms are out of bounds during recess
and lunch times. No food is to be consumed in rooms.
During class students should raise a hand to ask a question and not call out. Students are to remain
in their assigned desk unless the teachers permission is given to shift elsewhere.
Students who need to leave class during a lesson must ask their teacher to sign the Permission
To Be Absent From Class form in their Homework Book and carry this book with them if such
permission is granted. Students are to use the recess and lunch breaks to go to the toilet and get
a drink. At the end of the lesson students should ensure that the classroom is in a neat and tidy
state.

Lockers
A student is allocated a locker at the beginning of each year and a College padlock on entering
Year 7.
It is expected that the locker will be used and not damaged in any way. By always ensuring the
padlock is secured there is little chance of personal property being lost. Access to the lockers is
available immediately before and after each two period block. Books need to be organised for two
periods. When Physical Education is one of these two periods, books must be taken to P.E and
not collected after the lesson. Students will not be permitted to go to lockers during a class period.
Recess and Lunch Time Activities

Students are to respect each others property and activities. Rough play and games are not
allowed. Should conflicts arise, students are to approach the appropriate duty teacher first and then
the relevant Head of Year or Deputy Principal if the matter has not been resolved adequately.
At recess and lunchtime, students are to use the designated oval for their year group. Food and
drink are not to be consumed on any of the ovals or the basketball courts. The gymnasium,
Performing Arts Centre and Hall are out of bounds at recess. Students may go to the gymnasium
and Performing Arts Centre at lunchtime under the direct supervision of a teacher.
Food is not to be consumed in either of these buildings.
Staff Areas
Staff areas are out of bounds to all students. If a student needs to see a teacher they should attempt
to contact that teacher through the College Office.
Food and Canteen

Food should only be consumed before school, at recess or lunchtime and after school. It is not to
be consumed on the ovals or the basketball courts. All litter must be placed in the bins provided.
Chewing gum and bubble gum are prohibited at the College.
Lunches must be ordered and paid for before 8.30 am. Students who have forgotten their lunch
are to see the Canteen manageress.
At the canteen, orderly queues are to be formed and respect shown for the volunteer
parents/guardians/ staff and students working in the canteen. Students found to be pushing in will
be instructed to go to the back of the line. Students in Years 8 12 must use the windows located
in the main undercover area. Year 7 students only are to use the two windows located near the
side of the library.

COLLEGE LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - SEQTA
SEQTA Engage (Coneqt)
SEQTA Engage (Coneqt) is the parent access to the College Learning Management
System (SEQTA)
Access to SEQTA enables parents to view:
Welcome Page
Dashboard with Unresolved Absences (parents will need to send written communication to the
College, explaining the unresolved absences).
Pastoral Care details showing number of Detentions, Letters of Commendation and Concern;
Academic notes (lack of homework) and minor Behaviour infractions.
(Pastoral Staff will contact parents with all major behavioural concerns)
Student Time Table

Programmes in each subject
Upcoming Assessments
Performance, based on Test/Assignments in each subject
Reports- These will be available at the end of Semester 1
School Documents- Policies, Parent Information Evenings etc.
We hope that this system will improve the partnership between home and school that will in turn
enhance the education of your children.
It is important to consider that we are in the process of implementing this system throughout the
College, and Learning Areas may be at different levels of implementation. In addition, we do not
require our staff to be on the job 24/7, and ask that you respect their privacy.

SEQTA
SEQTA is a Learning Management System used by the College. It is used by all staff for
administration, teaching and learning and pastoral care. Students access the system through
SEQTA Learn, and parents through SEQTA Engage. All access is available through the College
website.
SEQTA is used in the following ways:
Administration
Attendance, communication, reporting, posting school documents and policies.
Teachers
Programming, lesson plans, providing resources, recording marks, communicating with students
and parents (direct messaging)
Students access through SEQTA Learn, to:

Lesson plans, resources, academic progress, communicating with teacher, interacting with other
students in the class through forums, important school policies and documents (Information Sheets
from Parent Evenings)
Parents access through SEQTA Engage, to:

Learning programmes, attendance records, academic progress, academic reports, communication
from staff about individual students, Year Group, whole school events.
Direqt Messaging
Communication between students, staff, parents.
Pastoral Care Types in SEQTA
Pastoral Care
A general concern or observation about student's welfare.
Academic
Academic concerns, poor performance in
assessments, late assignments,
homework/assignments not done, not coping
with content.
Behaviour
Negative behaviour. Talking in class,
unprepared for lesson, wasting time in class,
disrespectful, refusal to follow instructions.
Affirmation
Record minor student achievements here. Use for positive reinforcement.
Awards
Used to record information about formal awards given to students.

Detention
Awarded an after-school detention.
Suspension
Issued only by a Deputy Principal for major behavioural issues.
Christian Service Hours

Records CSL hours. Uploaded only at reporting periods.
Parents will be contacted directly if there is a behavioural issue with a student that warrants
contact. This contact will be made either by a Head of Year or a Deputy Principal. Teachers
will continue to contact parents via phone, email or Direqt Messaging for any academic
concerns.
Parent email address details being sent to other parents

SEQTA have advised of a way to default blind carbon copy direqt messages sent to parents. We
have turned this feature on in the SEQTA system so now messages sent to multiple users will not
show individuals the email addresses of other recipients.
SEQTA email notifications - Some parents arent receiving any and others are receiving too
many
SEQTA is configured to send a courtesy email if a notification is not read within 7 days. It is just a
reminder there are new things to see. The system doesnt send out an email for every notification
event only ones past the 7 days.
If you check the SEQTA site regularly and read or clear the notifications, you will never be sent an
email.
Direqt Messaging vs Email

There was a question in regard to why the information that is contained in the notification cant be
sent in the email. The SEQTA site encrypts the information sent to your computer so that even if
the information is intercepted it cant be read. Email is not as secure and so will not be used to
communicate the information contained in the notifications.

UNIFORM & GROOMING POLICY
RATIONALE
All students who attend the College are expected to conform to the uniform and grooming policy,
as established by the College. This is indicative of a student who takes pride in being a part of the
Bunbury Catholic College community and reflects a sense of belonging and ownership in our
students.
GENERAL
The College uniform must be purchased, in its entirety, from the Uniform Shop, which stocks all
current items of the uniform.
Students are expected to maintain a well-groomed, neat and tidy appearance.
Female students must wear their skirts close to knee length, not rolled up or mid-thigh, to maintain
personal modesty.
No undershirt or coloured clothing that is visible through the shirt, is to be worn with the uniform. A
plain, white undershirt (with short sleeves or one that is sleeveless), is the only acceptable item to
be worn under the College shirt.
Certain representative duties require the use of a blazer. All students may choose to buy a blazer.
All incoming Year 7 students are expected to purchase the College jumper.
SUMMER UNIFORM
College shorts for male students, College skirt for female students.
College white shirt.
College socks.
College jumper in cooler weather.
WINTER UNIFORM
College grey trousers for male students, College skirt or College grey trousers for female students.
The tracksuit bottom is NOT a substitute for grey trousers or a skirt.
Ties must be worn by both male and female students.
College jumper. College socks.
WINTER UNIFORM
The College jumper is an integral part of the College uniform and is the primary item of clothing to
be worn in cold weather.
A tracksuit top may be worn over the College jumper in very cold weather, during Term 2 and Term
3 only.
Jumpers are to cover the shirts completely. There is the same expectation when wearing the
tracksuit top.
Female students are to wear skin-coloured stockings or tights or the correct College socks. The
Uniform Shop stocks the regulation socks and tights.

SHOES
Black, lace-up leather school shoes, that offer firm foot/ankle support. Any form of soft shoe,
Vans, trainers or ballet style pumps, is not permitted.
SPORTS UNIFORM
All students must arrive at the College in full College uniform. No student is to attend Homeroom
in a sports uniform without an explanatory note or a notified excursion permission notification.
Students attending classes during the day are subject to the same provisions. A students failure
to wear the correct uniform must be noted for follow up by the relevant Head of Year. If Physical
Education is the last period of the day, students have permission to leave the College in the correct
sports uniform. If there is an assembly at the end of the day, students must change into full College
uniform.
Students on the Mercy campus are permitted to wear their sports uniforms to and from the College
on the days that they have Physical Education. This will be reviewed annually.
HATS
The use of the College hat is being phased in over the next few years. Commencing with Year 7
and Year 8 students in 2015, it is compulsory for these students to wear a hat when outside, during
Terms 1 and 4. It is expected that by 2019, all students, across all year groups, will be required to
wear a hat when outside during these Terms. The older students are currently, strongly
encouraged to wear a hat when outdoors.
HAIR AND MAKE UP
Styles (Prior to having a haircut that could fall outside College guidelines, please
consult the relevant Head of Year)
The hairstyle of a student must be neat and presentable, as for any place of business.
No extreme hairstyles are permitted while wearing the College uniform. Fringes need to be pinned
back, out of the eyes, not tied in a top knot. All hair needs to be tied back once it reaches collar
length. This is an expectation for both male and female students.
HAIR AND MAKE UP
Colour (Prior to having a colour treatment that could fall outside College guidelines,
please consult the relevant Head of Year)
The appearance of the hair should reflect a natural colour. The addition of any hair colour should
not be such that it changes the appearance of the student dramatically.
Streaking, tips or any extremes of fashion are not acceptable.
Make-Up
The use of some light foundation, with sun protection, is permitted. The use of mascara and
eyeliner is not permitted.

Nail Polish
Clear nail polish is permitted as part of the College grooming policy. No coloured nail polish is
allowed, except in authorised circumstances. Please be aware, for Health and Safety reasons,
nail polish is not permitted to be worn in some Learning Areas e.g. Foods classes.
SHAVING
Students are expected to be clean shaven when at the College.
JEWELLERY
A wrist watch is permitted.

No bangles/bracelets, either on wrists or ankles.
No rings are allowed.
Earrings: a maximum of 2 earrings per ear. They must be discrete and be of the small stud or
sleeper variety. No spacers or spikes are to be worn while at the College.
No necklaces, other than a small Christian or other religious symbol, on a discrete neck chain.
TATTOOS & PIERCINGS
Facial and body piercings are not to be visible at any time while at the College; nor is the use of
clear spacers or other methods, to cover up the piercing.
Visible tattoos are not acceptable.
Approved: Principal, D. OMeara

Created: June 2015
Reviewed: January 2016
Next Review: February 2017
Category: Students

Our College uniform consists of:
BOYS: Summer Uniform
1. College shirt.
2. Grey College shorts.
3. Grey College socks.
4. Black lace-up leather school shoes.
BOYS: Winter Uniform
1. College shirt.
2. Grey College trousers.
3. College tie.
4. Green College V-neck jumper.
5. Grey College socks.
BOYS: Physical Education Uniform
1. College House and white sports shirts.
2. College sports shorts.
3. College sports socks and PE jogging shoes.
GIRLS: Summer Uniform
1. Green College uniform skirt.
2. College shirt.
3. College ankle socks.
GIRLS: Winter Uniform

1. Green College uniform skirt.
2. College shirt.
3. College tie.
4. Green College V-neck jumper.
5. College ankle socks or College tights.
GIRLS: Physical Education Uniform

1. College House and white sports shirts.
2. College sports shorts.
3. College sports socks and PE jogging shoes.
BOYS AND GIRLS: Optional Uniform

1. College blazer for winter.
2. Green College tracksuit.
3. Scarf: must be red, green, white, black or grey- no patterns.
Please Note: All College uniform items are available only through the Uniform Shop.
UNIFORM SHOP HOURS
The Uniform Shop is located alongside the College Office on Petherick Street. Hours of operation
are Monday and Thursday mornings 8.00 - 11.30am.

ATTENDANCE AND SICKNESS
If a student is absent from school for any reason it is required that on the day of the absence a
parent rings the College Office before 9.30am. In addition to this, the Homeroom teacher must
receive written advice on the day the sutdent returns to school. This note is to be written and signed
by a parent. The note should be addressed to the Homeroom teacher and include an explanation
for the absence, the date of the absence and the date the note is written. In all cases of late arrival
or early departure, a student is required to have a parental note with an appropriate explanation. A
student must sign in and out from the College Office under the supervision of the Student
Receptionist. If a student leaves the campus, a parent/guardian is required to collect and sign a
student out from the Colllege Office.
If a student is going home for lunch, then a note from a parent or guardian must be supplied to the
relevant Deputy Principal at the commencement of Term One. Permission to leave school is only
given to go to the sutdents home. Friends cannot accompany a student home for lunch and the
shops in the surrounding area are out of bounds during school hours.
If a student is unable to continue in class due to illness, the teacher is to complete a Permission
To Be Absent From Class form in the Students Homework Planner. The student is then to see the
nurse, located in the College Office. Inability to participate in any class activity will require written
advice, or a medical certificate, from an appropriate source.
PASTORAL CARE
The pastoral care system at Bunbury Catholic College is based on a year group model. Students
belong to a Homeroom along with other students from their own year group. Each Homeroom has
a Homeroom Teacher, who is the school parent. Parents are encouraged to make the Homeroom
Teacher the first point of contact for any concerns, questions or information. Each year group is
led by a staff member called a Head of Year. The Head of Year, along with the Homeroom teacher,
attends to the pastoral needs of students in a year group. It is important for parents to be aware of
their childs Homeroom Teacher and Head of Year.
Homeroom Time
Each school day has time set aside for Homeroom which commences at 8.25 am. During this time,
students are with other students in their Homeroom and their teacher to attend to the general
business of the day and to engage in activities to build relationships within the group. This is also
the time when students should approach the Homeroom Teacher for advice or assistance. Once a
week, Homeroom teachers in Years 7 10 will check each students Homework Planner.
House System
As well as the year group based pastoral system, the College community is organised around four
separate Houses Xavier, Marcellin, McAuley and Valentine. Every student and staff member
belongs to one of these Houses. During the course of the year, students can earn points for their
House in a variety of ways including sporting involvement, academic excellence, effort,
participation in co-curricular events, support of service clubs, carnivals and merit certificates.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES POLICY
An electronic device refers to personal laptops, mobile devices and mobile phones.
Personal electronic devices not being used as a classroom tool or on excursions, need to be turned
off at the commencement of the school day and should be secured in student lockers between 8.25
am and 3.00 pm, unless authorised by a teacher.
The College will take no responsibility for damage or loss of personal electronic devices and
phones if they are brought to school or used on a school excursion or activity.
Students are permitted to use their mobile phones at College Carnivals, if they are being used to
communicate with their parents, or used as a camera. College issued electronic devices are subject
to stated conditions of use and the signed parent agreement.
Consequences
Unacceptable and/or unlawful use of ICT systems and devices constitute a breach of school rules
and will result in loss of ICT privileges and/or other school based disciplinary action or possible
legal referral. If a student is in breach of the above, the electronic device will be confiscated, and
will be returned only at 3.00pm on the following day. Phones confiscated on Friday, will be returned
only on Monday of the following week, or at the discretion of the relevant Deputy Principal. To
retrieve a confiscated phone or electronic device, a student must obtain an Electronic Device
Infringement Letter from the College Office. This letter must be signed by a parent and the
appropriate Deputy Principal and then returned to the College Office. Only at this point will a
confiscated device be returned. Mobile phones can be retrieved only after 3.00pm. A second
offence (and each subsequent offence) in the one academic year, will result in a Tuesday after-
school detention.
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY POLICY

Student Use of Information and Communication Technology Policy
Students will not be permitted to access the Colleges ICT resources until the Student and
Parent/Guardian Agreement has been completed.
Rationale
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has been introduced into schools predominantly
through email and the Internet. This policy outlines the processes for the responsible use of ICT at
Bunbury Catholic College. The availability of these resources and services for learning and
curriculum support will help develop fundamental skills and attitudes necessary for responsible use
within an information society. Our policy is designed to protect the College community by clearly
stating the terms and conditions for access, behaviour and responsible use in keeping with the
teachings of the Catholic Church and our school and technology vision statements.

School Vision Statement
Through quality teaching and learning in an environment enlivened by Christs spirit of love, justice
and freedom, Bunbury Catholic College strives to empower students to achieve their potential, as
our gift to God.
Technology Vision Statement
Through the integration of technology across the learning environment, the Bunbury Catholic
College community seeks to enhance its vision of quality teaching and learning. Guided by Gospel
principles, technology will be incorporated widely, used professionally and critically analysed. The
progressive development of appropriate skills and attitudes will provide community members with
the potential to develop responsibly in a technological society.
Definition
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) means all computer hardware, software, mobile
devices, systems and technology (including the LAN, Internet and email) provided by Bunbury
Catholic College.
Principles
The Bunbury Catholic College ICT is provided primarily for educational purposes Students are
expected to follow the stated guidelines for acceptable and unacceptable use. The use of ICT
facilities and services is a privilege not a right. This privilege can be removed for inappropriate use.
Students using the schools ICT must not break State or Federal laws. Bunbury Catholic College
has the right to check all written, graphic, audio and other materials created, produced,
communicated, stored or accessed on school ICT by students, including emails. Students shall be
made aware that access to ICT and in particular email and the Internet can expose them to
inappropriate or offensive material. Such material is to be treated as an issue for education by
conveying responsible standards and Catholic values. Students shall take personal responsibility
when using the schools ICT services by protecting their personal information and data, maintaining
the required level of security, respecting the privacy of others, respecting the legal boundaries of
licensing and copyright, using language appropriate to the schools expectations and taking good
care of all ICT equipment.
Students are required to have with them the signed ICT Responsible Use Policy summary and
Internet agreement contained in the College Planner.
Procedures
Bunbury Catholic College acknowledges the need for guidance, instruction and supervision in the
use of electronic information, communication and technology systems. The College is committed
to ensuring all students are aware of standards for the use of ICT within the school. Students should
abide by the conditions outlined in the electronic copy of the College Planner and be aware of
consequences for violations. Bunbury Catholic College shall identify acceptable and unacceptable
use of the network, (including email and Internet), and is committed to regularly updating this policy.

Acceptable use includes:
researching information relating to an assignment. (Students shall exercise caution as to the

quality and accuracy of the information they are accessing or transmitting.);
gathering specific information about subjects/topics;
collaborative learning projects;
emailing a teacher or friend for assistance with school related work;
other teacher directed activities.
Unacceptable use includes but is not limited to:
transmitting or deliberately accessing and/or receiving material that may be considered

inappropriate, which includes threatening, sexually explicit, or harassing materials, offensive
or discriminatory materials, or material that may be harmful either physically or emotionally,
which includes bullying or harassment of fellow students or others outside the school;
communicating information concerning any password, identifying code or other confidential
information or violating the security of the system in any way;
interfering with or disrupting the College ICT, services and devices. Disruptions include but
are not limited to, distribution of unsolicited advertising, propagation of viruses, in any form,
and using the network to make unauthorised entry to any other machine accessible via the
network;
plagiarising and/or breaching copyright laws, including software copyright and re-engineering
of software;
conducting private business matters or using the system for any personal gain;
copying, downloading and/or installing unauthorised or pirated software, videos, music,
images, games or applications.
bringing inappropriate material to school in electronic form, including on USB thumb drives;
(BCC staff may check student USB thumb drives)
deliberate damage to hardware and peripherals. It is unlawful to send emails which:
defame someone or an organisation;
infringe copyright laws i.e. reproduce or adapt copyrighted material by downloading and
further disseminating the material;
contain statements which could constitute sexual discrimination or sexual harassment;
display sexually offensive or insulting statements based on the race, colour or nationality of a
person;
undertake activities which break State and Federal laws.

PRIVACY POLICY INFORMATION
Please note, that if you wish to restrict information about or images of your child being used in a
public domain, please inform the College in writing.
Copyright Act 2006 (Cth)
http://www.comlaw.gov.au/Details/C2012C00482
Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA)

http://www.slp.wa.gov.au/legislation/statutes.nsf/main_mrtitle_305_homepage.html
Censorship Act 1996 (WA)

Criminal Code (WA)

Cybercrime Act 2001 (Cth)

http://www.comlaw.gov.au/Series/C2004A00937
Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

http://www.comlaw.gov.au/Series/C2004A03712

DRUG POLICY
Rationale
In Christs spirit of love, justice and freedom, the Bunbury Catholic College community seeks,
through the publication and implementation of this policy to:
empower students to reach their potential free from the effects of drug use;
to ensure real freedom for members of the community by facilitating a comprehensive
education in matters relating to drug use that will enable informed choices to be made and
social pressures to be challenged;
to ensure that all members and potential members of the College community are clearly
informed of the rules that apply at Bunbury Catholic College with regard to the use or
introduction of drugs, and of the actions that will be undertaken, both punitive and remedial,
in the event of the rules being broken;
to provide a safe, caring and law-abiding environment at Bunbury Catholic College.
Definition
For the purpose of this policy, a drug is defined as: any substance, which when taken into the
body alters its function physically and/or psychologically. This definition includes all drugs, e.g.
analgesics, alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, amphetamines, addictive illegal drugs, solvents, etc. While
not illegal or classified as drugs, solvents (also called volatile substances) are included in the school
drug policy, e.g. glue, acetone, petrol, pressure pack material, etc.
Prevention
The Vision Statement seeks to empower students at our College. The schools primary goal is
education and as part of this process the students will be provided with knowledge, skills and
support to make informed decisions about a range of social issues including drug abuse. It is vital
that whilst students receive factual information on the use/abuse of drugs, it is important to point
out that these discussions will not condone or encourage any illegal activities, as these activities
are counter cultural to the values, espoused by the College. The educational thrust incorporates a
combination of factual information, attitude and values clarification and decision-making skills.
Instruction and information to students will be continually updated and will call upon appropriate
community resources to keep courses relevant and accurate. The College will aim to provide
informational workshops for students, staff and parents where appropriate. This will facilitate and
enable the issue of drugs to be discussed in an informative manner, both in the family home and
in the classroom. The College will seek to ensure staff members are provided at each Year level
with the knowledge and other necessary skills needed for dealing with drug related issues.
A school counsellor is also available to assist staff and students with specific needs. Whenever
relevant, referrals will also be made to appropriate outside agencies. Periodically, Heads of Year
and Homeroom teachers will ensure that the students in their care are aware of the rules and
consequences regarding drug use at the College.

Expectations
Bunbury Catholic College does not permit students, regardless of age, whilst on school premises,
travelling to or from, or attending a school function to:
be in possession of, or smoke, tobacco products;
be in possession of, or consume, alcoholic beverages;
misuse legal drugs or deliberately inhale solvents;
possess drug related equipment such as syringes, except in cases of lawful medical use;
possess or use prohibited drugs in accordance with the Misuse of Drugs Act, 1981;
arrange for distribution and/or sale of illegal substances or to be involved in situations which
may put other students at risk. This includes the production or supply of drugs or drug related
implements such as syringes, bongs, pipes etc.
Note that on school premises or at a school function means any time a student is under Bunbury
Catholic College care, whether in uniform, or not, and includes travelling to and from school, camp,
retreat, excursion, or other Bunbury Catholic College functions such as a school social, school ball
or whilst representing the school in any official capacity.
Currently the law regarding the sale and possession of drugs is clear, and penalties are in place
for offenders who are convicted. Members of our school community are subject to these laws on
school property as well as off, and members of the school community have the same responsibility
as every other citizen to uphold the law. Our school community expects that Bunbury Catholic
College will convey by its actions and teachings that it does not in any way encourage or condone
any form of drug use that is prohibited by the law.
Consequences
The procedures outlined below have the emotional and physical health and welfare of the students
as a priority.
Each instance will be considered according to the given set of circumstances at the time.
In each instance the College Executive, in consultation with the Head of Year, will determine which
support services are to be called upon, who is to be informed, and any consequences to be
imposed.
Parents will be kept informed and involved at all times.
Detention;
Suspension from Bunbury Catholic College (the length of suspension will be at the discretion
of the Principal);
Other appropriate action or penalty as seen fit by the College.
Direction to an appropriate educative/counselling activity
Exclusion from the College, if a serious or repeated offence.
The police will be notified in ALL cases of illegal drugs- use or sale.

ASSESSMENT POLICY
This is a brief outline of the College Assessment Policy. Please check our website or SEQTA
Engage for full details.
common assignments/research/projects
common topic tests
common examinations
common assessment conditions for each course.
All assessments are available for parents to view on SEQTA as soon as the item has been
marked.
Grading
ranking of all students in a course

a group exercise in grading using grade-related descriptors
do not use pre-determined numerical cut off
approval of the Head of Learning Area
Reporting
Parents and students are informed at the beginning of the academic year, of the timing and
method of reporting students progress. Formal reports will be issued each semester. To give
parents and students early feedback, an interim report on the progress of learning will be issued
at the end of Term 1. Teachers are encouraged to communicate with parents as difficulties arise.
At all reporting times a review will be conducted to assess which students are at risk, specifically
year 11 & 12 in Term 1. Teachers should still communicate with parents whenever one of their
students is having difficulties, as soon as this occurs.
Reports are available on SEQTA and only printed on request.
Injured Students / Prolonged Absence due to Illness
If a student is injured or away for an extended period due to illness, and unable to complete
practical or written work, the student is referred to the relevant Deputy Principal who will decide
on appropriate action, in consultation with the College Counselor.
Extended Holidays
The College recognizes the education benefits of overseas travel and the importance to families
of periodic reunions but parents are responsible for the consequences of the education missed.
If parents wish to take extended family holidays overseas, they are encouraged to do so, as far
as possible during the school vacations.
When parents are contemplating an extended holiday in school time, they are asked to consult
with the College well in advance so that every step can be taken to minimize the disruptive effect
on the students progress at school.

The teacher:
On request made at least a fortnight in advance, may provide a brief outline of the course content
to be covered during the students absence.
May not normally have the resources to provide additional tuition outside class time to compensate
for loss of tuition time.
May not be able to conduct an alternative practical component.
Students will receive 0 marks for assessments missed at this time.
Missing Assessments
If a student misses an assessment due to a verifiable illness, the assessment will be administered
as soon as practical upon the students return to classes. It is the students responsibility to
arrange this with the teacher concerned. Students who fail to take this action should expect to
gain no credit for missed work. Students who miss an assessment due to illness may be required
to provide a doctors certificate to verify this illness. Students who are absent for a considerable
time and have a medical certificate, may have their grade/mark estimated as a rank within their
class/year group.
NOTE: The length and cause of absence will be taken into consideration when arriving at this
decision.
If doubt arises regarding the validity of having the student complete the same assessment as the
rest of the class at a later date, the subject teacher will discuss the matter with the Head of
Learning Area and alternative arrangements may be made.
Examinations in Year 10 12 are treated similarly to WACE external examinations. For reliability
and validity reasons they cannot be sat on a students return and a doctors certificate is
mandatory so as not to receive a mark of 0.
If a student misses an assessment because of personal commitments, the course teacher, in

consultation with the Head of Learning Area, will decide the appropriate course of action. If the
commitment preventing the student from completing the assessment could have been arranged
outside school hours (e.g. hair appointment, driving lesson, etc.) no credit will be given for that
assessment. All personal commitments preventing a student completing an assessment should
be verified in writing by parents.
Overdue Assessments
Parents will be informed via a phone call or Letter of Concern. If the assessment is still not
completed, the student persists in submitting the assessment late or does not submit the
assessment the following may occur:
(i) Assessment work submitted after the due date without an acceptable verifiable reason will incur
the following penalty: 10% off each day late for 5 days, zero after 5 days.
(ii) The student will complete all of the assessment requirements after school on Tuesday(s) or
suspension until finished.
(iii) Year 11/12 Failure to submit an assessment without due cause will result in a U being awarded.
A grade of U means that the subject is Unfinished and it will neither appear on any certification
nor count toward Secondary Graduation. This has ramifications for University Entrance and TAFE
Entrance.

(iv) Students with special needs may require additional time, which should be negotiated through the
Head of Learning Support and the relevant teacher.
Cheating and Plagiarism
If cheating in any assessment item is established, then no credit will be given and a note sent
home to parents from the relevant Head of Year who records students who have been caught
cheating and monitors any patterns. Students who assist another student unfairly may also be
penalised. The extent of such a penalty is at the discretion of the Head of Learning Area.
Students who submit any assessment item which is not their own work, but is presented as such
will be given no credit for that piece of work. The same action as described in Cheating applies
in this situation.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION POLICY

During the year, there will be several occasions where students will be participating in activities off
campus during their normal Physical Education class time. Students will be transported to and
from the activities by school bus or Houghs bus transport. There is no added cost for these class
activities.
Throughout the year, we hope that your child will benefit from physical activity during school time.
As PE classes are a compulsory part of the school timetable, we expect that your child will be
prepared and participating to the best of their ability in these classes. Participation in PE Classes
is not an option but a requirement of the College.
There are a variety of activities offered by the College throughout the year. These are available in
the BCC PE Information Booklet which is available in SEQTA. Updates on upcoming opportunities,
events and classroom happenings are available on the College Calendar and will be circulated with
the College Newsletter.
PARENT-TEACHER INTERVIEWS
The College holds formal Parent/Teacher/Student Interviews in Term1 and Term 2
of each year.
Interviews will be of 10 minutes duration.
For these interviews we have introduced an internet-based booking system called Parent Teacher
On-Line (PTO)
Using this system you will be able to book the interview times that suit you best from any internet-
connected computer. A computer will be available at the College during school hours if you do
not have internet access at home or elsewhere.
The system is accessed through the school website.
Further details will be made available close to the dates of the interviews.

STRUCTURE OF THE DAY AND BELL TIMINGS
The College operates on a 5 Day (Monday to Friday) Structure with a 6 period day.
The bell timings are as follows
Homeroom 8:30-8:45
Period 1 8:45-9:40 (55 minutes)
Recess 10:35-11:00 (25 minutes)
Period 3 11:05-11:50 (45 minutes)
Period 4 11.50-12:35
Lunch 1:25-2:00 (30 minutes)
End of Day

RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOUR POLICY
Rationale
The Bunbury Catholic College Policy promoting Responsible Behaviour is based on the principles
of restorative justice that seeks at all times to restore the relationships between people when these
have been damaged by inappropriate or offending behaviour. The policy seeks to create an
environment of positive relationships and a sense of mutual respect, where all are encouraged to
make responsible choices, recognise the rights of others and be accountable for the choices that
are made. Guided by our College Motto act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with our God,
we seek to create a community where all members learn to be effective and reflective citizens.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Principal
Liaise with Vice Principal and or Deputy
Formal Interview to reconsider enrolment at the College
Refer to outside agency, if appropriate.
Convene Promotions Panel.
Deputy Principal
Work with student and other relevant staff.
Contacts parents- issue internal/external; suspension
Monitor Behaviour Contract
Head of Year (Behaviour) Head of Learning Academic)

Work with student and relevant staff.
Contact parent/ provide consequence- detention
Refer to Deputy
Create/Monitor Behaviour Action Plan/Contract
Homeroom/Class Teacher
Address concerns directly
Enter in SEQTA
Contact parents
Refer to Head of Year

Role of the Promotions and Graduation Panel
A student who has demonstrated no progress in terms of their behaviour, attitude or application
will attend a promotions panel with parent (s)/guardian, to discuss their future at the College.
Students in Years 8-11 must be able to present a reasonable case for promotion or he/she will not
be promoted. Otherwise conditional promotion may occur. This will only apply in one instance.
Subsequent efforts must be up to standard.
Students in Year 12
Failure to comply with the standards of the College will mean that the student will not receive a
Bunbury Catholic College graduation certificate or reference and will be excluded from all end-of-
Year Twelve celebrations.
HOMEWORK AND STUDY
Year Homework Study/Revision

Year 7 30 to 45 minutes 30 to 45 minutes
Regularly revisit the work
completed in classes each
day to consolidate learning as
well as reading library or
fictional books regularly.
Regularly reading library books
would also be considered a
positive use of some of this
study time for a Year 8 student.
(A minimum total of 15 hours per week)

(A minimum total of 15 hours per week)
SAINT PATRICKS CATHEDRAL, BUNBURY TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENTS

The College celebrates some of its liturgies like the Opening Mass and Feast Day at St Patricks
Cathedral, Bunbury. For all liturgies at the Cathedral, students are bussed to and from the venue.
Signing the document on Page 12 of the Bunbury Catholic College Homework Planner,
acknowledges and permits the College to make the necessary transport arrangements.

CHOOSE PEER RESPECT POLICY
Bunbury Catholic College is a Catholic school with a responsibility to provide an
educational environment that promotes the dignity and respect of the person.
Each of us at Bunbury Catholic is recognised as a unique individual bringing to the College special
qualities and gifts to share. We all have a right to be respected and a responsibility to respect each other.
We aim to foster caring and positive relationships with others and therefore eliminate bullying.
Educational outcomes, physical health and emotional well-being will be enhanced by a focus on caring for
others at Bunbury Catholic College.
Becoming a member of the Bunbury Catholic College community brings rights and responsibilities.
The College respects the rights of its students and staff to be free from all forms of negative behaviour
including all types of bullying, both on and off line.
All members of our community are expected to take responsibility to foster positive and caring
behaviour.
GUIDELINES FOR CARE OF SELF AND OTHERS

Rationale
EXPECTATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES
I HAVE THE EXPECTATION I HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO...
To be happy and to be treated with Treat others with understanding

understanding
To be treated with respect and politeness Treat others politely and with respect
To feel safe and secure Care for others as I would want them to care
for me
That my property will be safe Take care of my belongings and those of others
Of maximising educational opportunities Cooperate with teachers and students to allow

everyones learning to proceed
Of pleasant, clean and well-maintained school Be a steward for the college environment
and grounds

Action Plan to Promote
Caring Behaviour
A. Ignore uncaring behaviour and show it doesnt upset you.
Uncaring behaviour stops. The situation improves.
If uncaring behaviour continues
B. If you feel comfortable to approach the other person or persons, tell them their behaviour is unwanted. Think about how
you may also be able to change your behaviour to improve the situation.
C. Talk it over with someone you can trust to help you, for example:
Friends
Mother/Father or other family member
Homeroom Teacher
Teacher
Student Leaders
School Counsellor
Talk openly, sharing what you have already tried, and act on suggestions.
D. Go to your Homeroom Teacher, Head of Year, Vice Principal Deputy, School Counsellor or the
Principal and talk openly about the problem. Discuss options Allow the adult to take suitable action.
Disciplinary action may include:
giving students opportunity to reflect on their behaviour
parental involvement with the College
range of sanctions including review of enrolment status
counselling

Parents You Can Help!
Show your interest
in what your daughter/son does and how she/he is feeling
in your daughter/sons academic, social, cultural and sporting life at Bunbury Catholic College.
Foster a tolerant home environment

listen sympathetically
encourage your daughter/son to bring her/his friends home
accept and tolerate differences in others
Encourage your daughter/sons self-esteem

value your daughter/son for who she/he is
be positive in the things you say and do
nurture your daughter/sons positive qualities
Be observant and look out for

any changes in your daughter/sons behaviour
reluctance to attend school
unexplained illnesses
moodiness, appearing distressed or anxious
If your daughter/son does talk to you about uncaring behaviour listen sympathetically without blame. Support her/his
feelings and let her/him know you care. Encourage your daughter/son to address the situation in a confident and
assertive manner and communicate your concerns to the College.
Allow the College to respond to these situations in an appropriate manner.

Your first contact should usually be with your daughter/sons Homeroom Teacher.


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Head of Year (Marist) Head of Year (Mercy Campus)

Head of Learning Areas

Parents of students at Bunbury Catholic College have committed to:

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Recess and Lunch Time Activities

Food is not to be consumed in either of these buildings.

Food and Canteen

Chewing gum and bubble gum are prohibited at the College.

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Access to SEQTA enables parents to view:

Student Time Table

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SEQTA is used in the following ways:

Students access through SEQTA Learn, to:

Parents access through SEQTA Engage, to:

Pastoral Care Types in SEQTA

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Christian Service Hours

Parent email address details being sent to other parents

Direqt Messaging vs Email

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HAIR AND MAKE UP

HAIR AND MAKE UP

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Students are expected to be clean shaven when at the College.

A wrist watch is permitted.

TATTOOS & PIERCINGS

Visible tattoos are not acceptable.

Approved: Principal, D. OMeara

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GIRLS: Winter Uniform

GIRLS: Physical Education Uniform

BOYS AND GIRLS: Optional Uniform

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INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY POLICY

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Technology Vision Statement

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researching information relating to an assignment. (Students shall exercise caution as to the

Unacceptable use includes but is not limited to:

transmitting or deliberately accessing and/or receiving material that may be considered

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Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA)

Censorship Act 1996 (WA)

Criminal Code (WA)

Cybercrime Act 2001 (Cth)

Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

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Parents will be kept informed and involved at all times.

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ranking of all students in a course

Reports are available on SEQTA and only printed on request.

Injured Students / Prolonged Absence due to Illness

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If a student misses an assessment because of personal commitments, the course teacher, in

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Cheating and Plagiarism

PHYSICAL EDUCATION POLICY