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Mareeba State High School
“Building a Better Future Together”
Enrolment
Handbook
2021
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Enrolment Handbook Contents
Message from the Principal 4
Opportunities For Your Child 5
Term Dates 2021 6
School Daily Routine and Staff 6
Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students
Behaviour Expectation Matrix 7
Behaviour Actions 8-9
School Uniform Dress Standard 10
Sun Smart Policy 11
Internet and School Network Access Agreement 12
Enrolment Agreement 13
Privacy Information Sheet for Parents/Carers 14-15
Consent to use copyright material, image, recording or name 16
Website Risk Review Register 17-18
Extension Curriculum 19-20
Community Education Counsellor 21
Instrumental Music Program 22
Chaplaincy Program 23
Putting Things Right – Complaints Management 24
Homework Policy and Assessments 25-26
Attendance Policy 27
Electronic Device Policy 28
Anti-Bullying Policy 29-30
Emergency Evacuation and Lockdown Procedure 31-32
No Smoking Policy 33
Smart Choices and Tuckshop 34-35
Tuckshop Menu 36
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Message from the Principal
Mareeba State High School is an inclusive school with a great
history of providing opportunities for every student. We are
proud of our academic achievement, extensive curriculum,
cultural richness, professional teaching, innovative practices,
sporting champions and creative brilliance, all within a
disciplined and caring environment.
Our school has outstanding facilities which are a valuable part of
the rural landscape of the Mareeba Shire. With an enrolment of
800, students are provided with a personal approach which
caters for their individual needs.
The school focuses on students having high personal expectations and continues to experience wonderful
academic results.
With over 91% of all students receiving their Queensland Certificate of Education in 2019, the school also has the
interests of all students’ at heart. With the advent of the ATAR system, our school has continued to develop
comprehensive and quality curriculum that will give students the best opportunities in the future. Mareeba SHS
also promotes School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships as a pathway to a variety of trades. The strong
industry links are backed up by the quality resources available through the Trade Training facilities in Engineering
and Automotive located on the school site.
Other examples of innovative practices include the successful Curriculum Extension Program, Instrumental Music
and Performing Arts Excellence Programs and Outdoor Education activities.
Students at Mareeba SHS are taught by a professional group of teachers who regularly undertake professional
development opportunities. They support students both within and beyond the classroom.
We are proud of Mareeba State High School and are sure that the school can offer the best educational
opportunities available.
Welcome to Mareeba State High School.
Scott Whybird
Principal
Jasper Street Mareeba PO Box 1079 Mareeba QLD 4880
Telephone 07 4086 2777 E-mail principal@mareebashs.eq.edu.au Web http://mareebashs.eq.edu.au
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Mareeba State High School “Building a Better Future Together”
Opportunities For Your Child
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS
Prestigious TJ Ryan Award Winner STUDENTS WITH STRONG
Prestigious National Helen Handbury Leadership LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Award
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Winner of Prestigious Prof Harry Messel
Scholarship for International Science School – PROFESSIONAL, SKILLED,
twice ENTHUSIASTIC AND DEDICATED STAFF
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Year 8 and 11 camps
Active student council
New Zealand Ski Trip
Grip Leadership workshop
Participants in Young Endeavour Sailing Voyage
“South Passage” CULTURAL
Winner of Order of Australia Student Citizenship
Award multiple times.
VOCATIONAL Public Speaking Workshops
Winner of Future Leaders National Environment Extensive Vocational programs – currently over 75 Regional Winner of Radio ABC Heywire
Award senior students enrolled Competition over several years
Moot Court School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship Indigenous Leaders of Tomorrow
Prestigious Peter Doherty Outstanding Senior program across a range of industries ARTIE Program
Science Winner twice–only 10 students awarded Vocational subjects with certificate level Participation in FNQ Lions Youth of the Year
in Qld each year qualifications up to Certificate III Award for Community Service
85% of students with OP 1-15 Year 10 Work Experience – a FULL WEEK during Annual School Concert/Musical
(20% with OP 1-5) Term 2 Extensive community performances
UQ Science Ambassadors Partnerships with TAFE and other experienced RTOs. FNQ Reader’s Cup State Champions
Digital Showcase Public Speaking
Year 9 Math Enrichment Chess Club
Writer’s Workshop Drama Club
Science Club and Science Ambassador Instrumental Music – Concert Band, Big Band
Writer’s Workshop + Visiting Author Page Turners Book Club
Uni of NSW Australasian Maths Youth Parliament representative
Competition above state average Winner Mareeba Shire Council Young Australian
Uni of NSW Australian English Competition above of the Year – many times
state average Winner Mareeba Shire Council Community
Australian Schools Science Competition above Service Award
State average Winner Mareeba Shire Council Junior
Academic House Captains and Academic Shield Sportsperson of the Year
State Brain Bee finalists TEN years running Participation in Rostrum Voice of Youth
Work Experience at Queensland Brain Institute Winner of the Country to Canberra’s Leadership
Sparq-Ed research immersion program OTHER FEATURES competition
Early University students have achieved High State of the Art Science Centre
Distinctions and guaranteed University entry Trade Training Centre SPORTING
Distance Ed options for maximum flexibility Winner of Regional Showcase Award for Student Winner of Pierre De Coubertin Award
in subject choice Leadership Sports Presentation Night
Participation in the National Youth Science Forum Staff winner of National Excellence in Teaching National and State Cross Country Champions
Participation in the Australian Computational and Award and multiple nominees Sports/Health Committee
Linguistics Olympiad (OzCLO) Students have the opportunity to apply for many Promote student participation in School and
prestigious awards and Bursaries sponsored by the District trials for sports in Peninsula Sports
business community individual sports – tennis, swimming,
Active and supportive P and C Association athletics. Team sports – rugby league, soccer,
Anti-Bullying policy and practices in place basketball, netball, volleyball, rugby union,
Students learn respect for each other and to AFL, touch football
tolerate differences State and National Swimming Champions
All air- conditioned classrooms School Equestrian Team
Affordable Text and Resource Scheme to suit all Challenge Games
budgets
Open communication with all members of the
community
Positive Behavior Program
Our School Values Deadly Choices
We are Respectful Comprehensive student support team including
Curriculum Extension Facilitator, Guidance Officer,
We are Organised Youth Support Officer, Industry Liaison Officer,
We are Learners Community Education Counsellor, Alternate Care
Coordinator, Transition Pathways Officer, School
We are Safe Nurse, School Based Police Officer and School
Chaplain. “Non Nobis Solum”
Not for Ourselves Alone
The present meets the future - Excellence is nurtured - Community is valued
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School Vision
“Building a Better Future Together”
Our purpose is to develop quality education through a partnership of staff, students, family and the community.
We aim to help students develop as independent lifelong learners who are morally and socially responsible,
employable, and capable of making a positive contribution to our changing society.
Term Dates 2021
Term Dates Length
Term 1 Wednesday 27 January – Thursday 1 April 10 weeks
Term 2 Monday 19 April – Friday 25 June 10 weeks
Term 3 Monday 12 July - Friday 17 September 10 weeks
Term 4 Tuesday 5 October - Friday 10 December 10 weeks
Daily Routine
Students will be called to a parade at 8.45 am.
*On Parade days
Time Activity Notes
8.40am Warning Bell Students move to Parade.
8.45 – 9.00am Parade */Care Class (15 minutes)
9.00 – 10.10am Period 1 Roll marking in class.
10.10 – 11.20am Period 2 Roll marking in class.
11.20 – 12.10pm Recess
12.05pm Warning Bell
12.10 – 1.20 pm Period 3 Roll marking in class.
1.20 – 1.50 pm Recess Two
1.45 pm Warning Bell
1.50 – 3.00 pm Period 4 Roll marking in class.
PARADE for the whole school is held every Tuesday at 8.45 in the Hall.
YEAR PARADES are held once per week for each year level.
CARE CLASSES are held every other day and are of 10 minutes duration in which rolls are marked and notices
read. They occur before Lesson 1 from 8:50 – 9:00am.
Your Care Teacher will keep watch over your general well-being and is your first point of contact for any issues.
Your Care Teacher will check your records of progress, supervise your uniform, good manners and conduct,
watch your attendance and punctuality. If your Care Teacher thinks it necessary in your interests, your parents
will be contacted.
Staff
For a full list of School Administrators, Heads of Department, Teaching Staff, MLC and Support Staff please visit
our school website https://mareebashs.eq.edu.au/our-school/contact-us
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MAREEBA STATE HIGH SCHOOL’S STUDENT BEHAVIOUR EXPECTATION MATRIX
We are Respectful We are Organised We are Learners We are Safe
All Settings Look, listen and follow staff instructions Bring required equipment. Participate in all activities and try new Look out for others and seek help
Use appropriate language Be on time things Keep our hands and feet to ourselves
Accept difference and show tolerance Be in the right place at the right time Complete all required tasks Use equipment for intended purpose
Keep an open mind and a positive attitude Keep valuables in a safe place
Be honest and take responsibility for our Wear uniform correctly
Look after property and our environment
own actions Ask for help if unsure
Show self-control
Show courtesy and consideration for Give our best effort
Follow the safety rules of activities
others, their property and the school Model positive behaviours to
Show sensitivity to the needs and feelings of
environment allow others to learn others
Show pride in our school and represent it Sit, stand and move in a calm orderly manner
positively
Classrooms Help others Line up quietly outside the Care about our own learning Treat all equipment with care as demonstrated
Use a respectful voice and manner classroom Stay on task
Wait our turn to speak Arrive prepared Do our personal best
Respect others rights to learn and teach Complete set tasks to the best of our
Strive to achieve our best in all class work,
ability and on time
homework and assessment
Attend all lessons Learn and are engaged
School Grounds Be considerate of others Stay in approved areas Participate in organised activities Follow safe practices
Show good sportsmanship Keep areas clean Enjoy a relaxing and safe break Report hazards to staff
Look out for others Stay alert to unauthorised visitors and Use breaks to assist in learning Keep to the left of the walkways and stairs
Respect others belongings inform teaching staff e.g. library, tutorial
Care for the environment Move purposefully between
classes
Tuckshop and Be courteous towards staff and students Place litter in the bin Make healthy choices Maintain personal boundaries
Eating Areas Respect the outdoor eating environments Monitor and maintain noise levels Queue in a safe manner
Have orders and payment ready
Before and Respect personal space Keep area tidy Learn road rules and public transport rules Encourage others to act in a caring way
After School Speak politely Travel to and from school directly Learn and apply student driver policy Apply road rules around vehicles
Treat all property respectfully Board the bus in an orderly fashion
Go directly into the school grounds on arrival
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Behaviour Actions
Student Behaviour Actions Staff Follow-Up
Attending every day Staff actions could include: On One School:
Arriving at school by 8.30am Praise, encouragement and positive feedback
Prepared for learning (eat breakfast, bring equipment) Trust Record Positive
On time to every class Rewards and vouchers
On task and giving your best effort Certificates Print One School Certificate
Following staff directions Stickers
Record Parent Contact
POSITIVE
Using appropriate language Recognition on parades, newsletters and newspaper
Level 0
Being honest and taking responsibility Displays of student work / achievement
Showing courtesy and consideration Leadership opportunities
Positive feedback to parents You may ask one of the Leadership Team
Participating in activities
to present these rewards on Parade
Sharing with others Postcard home
Wearing the uniform correctly Extra-curricular activities
Representing the school positively School dance
Modelling positive behaviours ROLSTARS
Following class and school expectations
Late for class Staff actions should include a process to De-escalate On One School:
Not meeting Uniform expectations (eg. Shoes, makeup, jewellery) the behaviour and could include:
Off task / Work incomplete ESCM’s (Micro skills) May record the Incident
Calling out Give choice / warning (Do not refer to anyone)
Not meeting assessment deadlines Verbal correction
Failing to bring equipment (eg pens, textbook) Apology Record Parent Contact
Disrupting Learning Post lesson discussion
Rude to others Seating Plan
MINOR
Level 1
Littering Contact/phone parents
Verbal negotiation May seek advice from:
Not following minor health and safety (eg. Safety glasses, hats)
Reminder of classroom expectations Colleagues
Eating and drinking in the classroom (water OK)
In-class separation or isolation HOD / HOSES
Not following teachers instructions
In-class detention Year Coordinators
Making undue noise (eg. tapping pencils, whistling)
Using inappropriate language (eg conversational swearing) Litter Duty with a teacher on PGD
Moving around the school in an unsafe manner (eg running)
Using aerosol deodorant, gum, permanent pen or white out
Missing class detention / consequence
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Student Behaviour Actions Staff Follow-Up
Sustained repeated Minor behaviours that were documented and Middle Management initiated actions could include: On One School:
dealt with in Level 1 using the Possible Actions Parent contact
Using deliberate inappropriate language (i.e. aggressive, racist, sexist) Mediation or restorative conference Record the Incident
Behaving aggressively toward others (harassment-victimisation) Referral for assessment and specialist support (SSS/MLC) (Refer to appropriate HOD)
Inappropriately touching others Individual Behaviour Support Plan
Inciting fights (including electronic messages) Recess or after-school detention HOD to record parent contact
Leaving the school grounds without permission Interagency referral
MAJOR
Level 2
Truanting Detention room reflection
Using ICT’s and Electronic devices inappropriately Monitoring Card Referral Options:
Swearing at other students Time out card HOD Faculty (Curriculum issues)
Bullying (including cyber bullying) Intervention Program (e.g. Rock and Water, Drumbeat) Head of Junior School 7,8,9
Spitting at others Suspension Head of Senior School 10,11,12
Repeatedly refusing to follow reasonable teacher directions Student Referral Room
Smoking tobacco ONLY Refer to ONE person to action
Selling / trading items for personal profit
Sustained repeated Wilful behaviours that were documented and Admin initiated actions could include: On One School:
dealt with in Level 2 using the Possible Actions Referral to relevant support team to review Individual
Refusing to follow HOD / DP instructions Behaviour Support Plan Record the Incident
Physical assaulting others including students and staff Police notification (Refer to Student Services)
Possessing pornographic images Restorative conference on return from suspension
Using electronic devices to record without permission Discipline Improvement Plan Student Services to record parent
Possessing, supplying and / or using drugs / drug implements / alcohol Timetable modification contact
MAJOR
Level 3
Stealing Work placement
Vandalising – wilful damage Cancellation of enrolment
Possessing and / or using weapons Suspension Referral Options:
Swearing directly at a staff member Suspension with recommendation for exclusion or Behaviour Head of Junior School 7,8,9
Throwing dangerous objects at others Improvement Condition Head of Senior School 10,11,12
Threatening staff or students with violence Non-participation in extra-curricular activities DP SS
Repeatedly non-compliant with the Electronic Device Policy
Repeatedly non-compliant with the Student Services consequences ONLY Refer to ONE person to action
Consequences depend upon factors such as the prior history of the student, circumstances of situation with student and impact upon the good order and management of the school.
Considerations may also include Individual Support Plans. Subsequent suspensions for similar behaviour will increase in length each time.
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Mareeba State High School “Building a Better Future Together”
School Uniform Dress Standard
The following uniform has been devised by the Mareeba State High School P and C Association. Every student is expected to dress appropriately and modestly if the school is to achieve an identity, cohesion, tone, pride
and spirit. Students are expected to wear the school uniform and to take pride in its appearance. The school colours are BLUE and MAROON. House colours are: Gregory Crocs – GREEN, Kennedy Tigers – YELLOW,
Leichhardt Sharks – BLUE and McKinlay Dragons – RED. Uniforms can be purchased from: Claude Cater Mensland or Tina’s Fashions both on Byrnes Street, Mareeba.
Everyday Uniform
Appropriate Inappropriate
Blue Mareeba SHS polo style shirt
(with school emblem embroidered on pocket)
Maroon Mareeba SHS shorts
(long in length but not below the knee)
Girls may wear a maroon skirt
(A-line or 4 gored, no shorter than 15 cm above the knee when kneeling, no splits)
Winter Jacket - The Mareeba State High School blue and maroon Jacket or MSHS blue Jacket
(no other styles or colours permitted)
Note: Year 12 Students are permitted to wear the current year’s Senior Shirt
Formal Uniform
Note: If required, maroon Mareeba SHS blazers are available for loan from
Student Services Girls
Ladies sky-blue Mareeba SHS button-up shirt
Formal maroon pleated skirt (knee length)
School Tie
Black leather lace-up shoes with White ankle socks (not sports socks)
Boys
Men’s sky-blue Mareeba SHS button-up shirt
Black tailored long trousers (with a black belt, no logos)
School Tie
Black leather lace-up shoes with Black men’s dress socks
Footwear: Predominantly black, grey or white lace-up joggers (no canvas shoes, no boots)
Black or white socks Note: Spats will be provided to students in subjects where protective footwear is required.
Hats: Students should wear a Mareeba SHS sunsafe hat for any outside activity. A school cap as sold by the
PandC is permitted.
Jewellery: Items permitted include a watch, a small flat ring (no large or sharp raised edges), one thin chain
necklace with a small pendant (10mm coin size), small plain sleepers (12mm diameter) or studs (5mm in
diameter) (no more than two per ear). Items not permitted include facial piercings, wristbands, bracelets,
bangles and anklets. Students will be asked to remove inappropriate jewellery, this will be held at Student
Services for collection by student or parent.
Make-up, coloured acrylic nails and nail polish: Are not permitted.
Hairstyles: A small plain hair band or ribbon in uniform colours are acceptable.
Hair should be clean and neatly groomed at all times. Only natural hair colours permitted.
No pink, blues, purples, etc. Facial Hair: Must be well groomed.
Students out of uniform must report to student services (A Block) before
school with a note to explain the reason for non-uniform.
A replacement school shirt, shorts or shoes will be issued to the student.
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Sun Smart Policy
Rationale
Queensland has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. Two out of every three Queenslanders will develop some
sort of skin cancer in their lifetime. Research suggests that at least two-thirds of all melanomas occurring in Australia
could be prevented if children were protected from the sun during their first 15 years.
Skin damage, including skin cancer, is the result of cumulative exposure to the sun. Research shows that severe sunburn
is a contributor to skin cancer and other forms of skin damage such as sunspots, blemishes and premature ageing. Most
skin damage and skin cancer is therefore preventable.
Ultraviolet radiation (UV) levels are highest during the hours that students are at school, and the nature of some
curricular activities dictates they take place in the sun. The condition that students of Mareeba State High School are
exposed to pose a great concern for their future. With this in mind, Mareeba State High School realises the need to
protect students’ skin and educate them about Sun Smart behaviour, thus reducing the risk of skin damage from exposure
from the sun.
Aims
The policy aims to:
Promote the wearing of broadbrim school hats for outdoor activities, camps, etc.
Provide ongoing education that promotes personal responsibility for skin cancer prevention and early detection.
Provide environments that support Sun Smart practices.
Create an awareness of the need to reschedule work commitments and outdoor activities to support Sun Smart
practices.
Practices
Our school recognises that winter sun also contributes to skin damage. The implementation of this policy will therefore
be conducted throughout the year.
The purpose of this Sun Smart policy is to ensure that all students attending our school are protected from the harmful
effects of the sun throughout the year.
Our Commitment
Mareeba State High School will:
Inform parents of the school’s Sun Smart policy on enrolment
Include the Sun Smart policy statement in the School Prospectus
Increase the amount of shade in the school grounds, where possible, by building shelters and planting trees
Incorporate education programs that focus on skin cancer prevention and early detection into the school
curriculum
Encourage staff and volunteers to act as positive role models of Sun Safe behaviour
Seek ongoing support from parents and the school community for the Sun Smart policy and its implementation,
through newsletters, parent meetings etc.
Enforce students and staff to wear hats with brims that protect the face, neck and ears and SPF 30+, broad-
spectrum, water resistant sunscreen, when school involved in outdoor activities.
Require students to have broad-brim school hats when involved in organised outdoor activities.
Enforce students without adequate sun protection to use shaded or covered areas at recess, lunch times and
sporting carnivals.
Review the school dress code to conform with the Queensland Cancer Fund Sun Smart clothing guidelines.
Encourage students to wear a Sun Smart swimsuit or shirts for swimming and SPF 30+, broad-spectrum, water
resistant sunscreen
Ensure that, wherever practicable, outdoor activities take place before 11:00am or after 2:00pm.
NOTE:
1. Staff will receive professional development regarding this policy.
2. This Policy will be reviewed annually.
Endorsed: P and C Meeting - 13 October 2009 SLT Meeting - 10 November 2009
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Internet and School Network Access Policy
INTRODUCTION
The computers, computer network, internet access at MSHS are provided at considerable expense by Education
Queensland and for use by students and teachers to provide students with valuable computing skills and for use in
enhancing the study of a wide range of curriculum areas. It is therefore of great importance that for students to get the
greatest possible educational benefit of the resources, the computers are used for school use and not as a source for
storing and playing games and music and other inappropriate usage.
INTERNET USE
The Department of Education provides a managed and filtered Internet access system that provides access to useful
educational sites with every effort made to block access to any inappropriate sites. At the school level students have a
student user name and password to access the World Wide Web and a school supplied email account. While every effort
is made to ensure that the Internet is used for the benefit of student’s education it is ultimately up to the student to use
the access responsibly.
GUIDELINES
In order to ensure smooth system operations, the System Administrator has the authority to monitor all accounts while
endeavouring to maintain privacy and security. In view of the above, students are expected to follow the following
guidelines.
INTERNET USE - STUDENTS
must not tell other students their Internet user name or password or use other students’ user names and passwords.
must not access the Internet during school lessons unless the teacher gives them permission.
must not download computer games, computer programs, zip files and other similar files.
must not download music, sound, video and image files unless the classroom activity requires it and the teacher gives
them permission.
must not access material that would generally be considered illegal, dangerous or offensive. For example:
pornography; racist or foul jokes; instructions on explosives etc. (this list is not exhaustive).
must not reveal their or anyone else’s home address or phone number via e-mail.
must not accept invitations sent via e-mail to meet people or open suspicious e-mail.
must not send unsolicited, offensive, illegal or dangerous e-mail to others.
must advise the supervising teacher of any illegal, offensive or dangerous material sent to them via e-mail or
accidentally accessed on the Internet.
GENERAL COMPUTER USE - STUDENTS
must not tell other students their computer network user name or password or use other students’ user names and
passwords
must not store computer games, computer programs, zip files and other similar files on the school computer
network.
must not store music, sound, video and image files on the school computer network unless the classroom activity
requires it and the teacher gives them permission.
must not play music files during class time unless the classroom activity requires it and the teacher gives them
permission.
must not interfere with computer software or other files stored on the local computer or the network server
computer.
must not use USB Drives, CD’s, DVDs from home in the school computers unless they have permission from their
teacher.
must not interfere with or damage school computer hardware and facilities including network cables, mice, mouse
mats, keyboards and computer furniture.
must use the printers responsibly so as not to use paper and printer toner or ink excessively.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES MAY RESULT IN:
detentions, litter duty or similar
computer or Internet access limited to certain hours of the week and/or limited to use of certain computers.
computer or Internet access totally restricted for a set period of time or indefinitely.
Parents will be advised of students’ misuse and any action taken by the school, depending on the severity of the misuse.
Source: MSHS G:\Coredata\Office\_Students\Student Enrolment Package\Network Internet Access Agreement
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Enrolment Agreement
This enrolment agreement sets out the responsibilities of the student, parents or carers and the school staff about the
education of students enrolled at Mareeba State High School.
Responsibility of student to:
attend school on every school day for the educational program in which they are enrolled, on time, ready to learn and
take part in school activities
act at all times with respect and show tolerance towards other students and staff
work hard and comply with requests or directions from the Teacher and Principal
abide by school rules/expectations as outlined in the school’s Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students, including not
bringing items to school which could be considered as weapons (e.g. dangerous items such as knives)
meet homework requirements and wear school’s uniform (if applicable)
respect the school property.
Responsibility of parents to:
ensure your child attends school on every school day for the educational program in which they are enrolled
advise the school as soon as possible if your child is unable to attend school and reason/s why (e.g. child is sick)
attend open meetings for parents
let the school know if there are any problems that may affect your child’s ability to learn
ensure your child completes homework regularly in keeping with the school’s homework policy
treat all school staff with respect
support the authority of school staff thereby supporting their efforts to educate your child and assist your child to
achieve maturity, self-discipline and self-control
not allow your child to bring dangerous or inappropriate items to school
abide by school’s instructions regarding access to school grounds before, during and after school hours
advise Principal if your child is in out-of-home care
keep school informed of any changes to your contact details or your child's details, such as home address, email address
and phone number
ensure the school is aware of any changes to your child's medical details.
Responsibility of school staff to:
design and implement engaging and flexible learning experiences for individuals and groups of students
inform parents and carers regularly about how their children are progressing
design and implement intellectually challenging learning experiences which develop language, literacy and numeracy
create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments
support personal development and participation in society for students
foster positive and productive relationships with families and the community
inform students, parents and carers about what the teachers aim to teach the students each term
teach effectively and to set high standards in work and behaviour
clearly articulate the school’s expectations regarding the Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students and the Student
Dress Code policy
ensure that parents and carers are aware that the school does not have personal accident insurance cover for students
advise parents and carers of extra-curricular activities operating at the school in which their child may become involved
(for example Program of Chaplaincy Services, sports programs)
set, mark and monitor homework regularly in keeping with the school’s homework policy
contact parents and carers as soon as possible if the school is concerned about the child’s school work, behaviour,
attendance or punctuality
notify parents of an unexplained absence of their child as soon as practicable on the day of the student’s absence
(allowing time for parents to respond prior to the end of the school day)
deal with complaints in an open, fair and transparent manner in accordance with departmental policy, Customer
complaints management
treat students and parents with respect.
Source - Department of Education and Training Policy and Procedure Register at http://ppr.det.qld.gov.au Enrolment Agreement
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Privacy Information Sheet for Parents/Carers
Education (General Provisions) Act 2006 Section 155(1) Approved form SEF – 1 V7
The school is part of Education Queensland in the Department of Education and the Arts. It is subject to Information
Standard 42 – Information Privacy (IS42) which controls how it must collect, store, use and disclose personal
information.
Why does Education Queensland collect personal information at enrolment?
Education Queensland collects personal information on the attached enrolment form so it can:
meet its legal obligations under the Education (General Provisions) Act 1989;
meet its duty of care to all students and staff members; and
administer and plan for providing appropriate education and support services to students.
Also, the State of Queensland has agreed to collect information about students’ gender, indigenous status, socio-
economic background and language background and provide it to the Commonwealth. Commonwealth law requires
Education Queensland to collect and provide the information to the Commonwealth Department of Education,
Science and Training (DEST) in order for the Commonwealth to provide funding for education to the State.
Do you have to provide all of the information requested on the enrolment form?
NO, you do NOT have to provide ALL of the information requested on the enrolment form. However, Education
Queensland requires certain information by law to ensure that those seeking enrolment are eligible. Education
Queensland also requires personal information to ensure that the school can meet its legal ‘duty of care’ obligations
and to provide appropriate education and support services to students. If you choose not to provide the information
requested on the enrolment form, the school may be unable to enrol the person as a student, or properly care for the
student or provide appropriate education and support services to the student.
Do you have to provide the information requested by the Commonwealth?
NO, it is voluntary. You do NOT have to provide the information requested by the Commonwealth. The State of
Queensland is required by law to collect and pass on the information, that you choose to give, to the Commonwealth
BUT you decide whether to give that information to Education Queensland.
What will happen to the information collected by Education Queensland and provided to the Commonwealth?
Queensland State schools normally collect information on students’ sex, indigenous status and language background
and use it to provide appropriate education and support services to students. The school will continue to collect and
hold this information. The two questions on the enrolment form about the student’s socio-economic background are
about you, the student’s parent/caregiver. Education Queensland will not retain this information. The questions are:
What is the highest year of primary or secondary school the parents/caregivers have completed?
What is the level of the highest qualification the parents/caregivers have completed?
The information regarding gender, indigenous status, socio-economic background and language background is given
to:
the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority so that it can be linked with students’ numeracy
and literacy test results; and
the Commonwealth Department of Education, Science and Training.
Information provided to the Commonwealth government is aggregated and does not identify individuals. Your socio-
economic background information is entered into a database using only the student’s numerical identifier. The name
of the student and your name(s) are not part of the States’ reporting requirements. The school will destroy the forms
used to collect your socio-economic background information and will have no future access to the data.
Are a student’s records transferred when the student moves from a Queensland State school to another school
within Queensland?
YES, a student’s records are transferred when the student moves from a Queensland State school to another school
within Queensland. Education Queensland is permitted by law to transfer information about a student from a State
14school to another State school or from a State school to a non-State school within Queensland. This helps the new
school to understand the student’s needs and assists with continuing appropriate educational support programs. It
also provides an opportunity for parents/carers to review and discuss the information being transferred to make sure
that it is up to date, accurate and complete.
In what other circumstances can the school or Education Queensland disclose personal information?
Education Queensland can only use and/or disclose your personal information in accordance with IS42. Further, under
IS42, Education Queensland can disclose your personal information that is relevant to other organisations if:
you consent;
you are likely to be aware that the disclosure is usual practice;
it is required or authorised by law;
it is necessary for law enforcement; or
it is believed to be necessary to prevent or lessen an imminent threat to a person’s health or life.
Listed below are Queensland government agencies to which Education Queensland regularly discloses relevant
personal information under IS42.
Queensland Transport;
Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority;
Queensland Police Service;
Department of Employment and Training;
Department of Child Safety;
Department of Communities;
Disability Services Queensland.
Education Queensland is also regularly required by Commonwealth law to give personal information to the following
Commonwealth government agencies for data matching for the payment of welfare benefits:
Centrelink; and
Australian Taxation Office.
How can you access the information about your child enrolled at a Queensland State school?
You may request access to personal information about you or your child held by Education Queensland or a school by
making a policy. You may also apply in writing to Education Queensland for access under the Freedom of Information
Act 1992.
What are your responsibilities as a parent/carer regarding personal information?
It is the responsibility of parents/carers to continue to provide to the school up-to–date and accurate information
when circumstances change so that the school can meet its obligations to the student. This will include, for example,
maintaining current contact information and advising the school of any relevant changes to custody or care
arrangements.
Further information
If you have any questions about information privacy practices of Education Queensland, please first contact the school
Principal or consult the Department of Education website.
15Mareeba State High School “Building a Better Future Together”
Consent Form
to use copyright material, image, recording or name
This information is to inform you about how we will use your child’s personal information and student materials. It outlines:
o What information we record
o How we will use student materials created during your child’s enrolment
Examples of personal information which may be used and disclosed (subject to consent) include part of a person’s name,
image/photograph, voice/video recording or year level.
Your child’s student materials:
o are created by your child whether as an individual or part of a team
o may identify each person who contributed to the creation
o may represent Indigenous knowledge or culture
Purpose of the consent
It is the school’s usual practice to take photographs or record images of students and occasionally to publish limited personal
information and student materials for the purpose of celebrating student achievement and promoting the school and more broadly
celebrating Queensland education.
To achieve this, the school uses newsletters, its website, traditional media, social media or other news media as listed on the
consent form.
The Mareeba State High School (MSHS) Consent Form may, at your discretion, provide consent for personal information and a
licence for the student materials to be published online or in other public forums. It also allows your child’s personal information
and student materials to be presented in part or alongside other students’ achievements.
The school needs to receive consent in writing before it uses or discloses your child’s personal information or student materials in a
public forum. The attached form is a record of the consent provided.
It should be noted that in some instances the school may be required by the Education (General Provisions) Act 2006 or by law to
record, use or disclose the student’s personal information or materials without consent (e.g. assessment of student materials does
not require further consent).
Voluntary
There will not be any negative repercussions for not completing the MSHS Consent Form or for giving limited consent. All students
will continue to receive their education regardless of whether consent is given or not.
Consent may be limited or withdrawn
Consent may be limited or withdrawn at any time by you.
If you wish to limit or withdraw consent please notify the school in writing (by email or letter). The school will confirm the receipt
of your request via email if you provide an email address.
Due to the nature of the internet and social media (which distributes and copies information), it may not be possible for all copies
of information (including images of student materials) once published by consent, to be deleted or restricted from use.
The school may take down content that is under its direct control, however, published information and materials cannot be deleted
and the school is under no obligation to communicate change to consent with other entities/third parties.
Media source used
Following is a list of online and social media website and traditional media websites and traditional media sources where the school
may publish your child’s personal information or student materials subject to your consent.
School website: https://mareebashs.eq.edu.au
School Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages.Mareeba-State-High-School
Local Newspapers: The Express, The Tablelander, The Cairns Post and others
School Newsletter which is uploaded to School website
Traditional and online media, printer materials, digital platforms’ promotional materials, presentations and displays.
The MSHS Consent Form does not extend to P & C run social medial accounts or activities, or external organisations.
Duration
The consent applies for the period of enrolment or another period as stated in the MSHS Consent form, or until you decide to limit
or withdraw your consent.
During the school year there may be circumstances where that school or Department of Education may seek additional consent.
If you have any questions regarding the MSHS Consent Form please contact the school on 4086 2777
Source - Department of Education and Training Policy and Procedure Register at http://ppr.det.qld.gov.au state-school-consent-form.docx
16Mareeba State High School “Building a Better Future Together”
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18Mareeba State High School “Building a Better Future Together”
Curriculum Extension Program
Extension Programs, Special Opportunities and Mentoring for our Gifted and Talented Students.
At Mareeba High we know that not all students learn at the same pace. We know that some
students can learn more and learn faster than others. We know that some students need to
be challenged and offered opportunities to be extended in some or all of their subjects.
What Do We Do?
At Mareeba High we cater for students who have potential in a variety of areas.
Enrichment programs run throughout the year.
Acceleration is available for exceptional students.
Distance Education options for students who wish to study extra subjects or pursue a
particular course of study.
Workshops for students are provided in Maths, English and Social Science.
Extension opportunities are provided in most subject areas with streaming in some subjects in the Junior School.
Early University Entrance is for interested students with demonstrated needs for this option.
Monitor student results and mentor them to keep them on track to succeed.
How Do We Do It?
Once a student is enrolled at Mareeba SHS, we use a range of measures to identify those students who will most benefit
from our enrichment programs. NAPLAN testing is also providing data which can identify our high potential students.
Parents know their child best of all, and when they tell us that their child has special interests and abilities, we listen
and do our best to provide for their individual needs. Teachers recognise students with special abilities and encourage
them to participate in those activities and opportunities offered by the school which best suits their needs and abilities.
Opportunities for Enrichment
Enrichment is the provision of extra-curricular activities which students can access in their lunch hours or as offered.
At Mareeba, these activities are available to all students who wish to be involved and include:
Chess Club, Speakers Anonymous Club, Debating Workshops, Public Speaking, Readers Cup, Interact Club,
Robotics
Music: School Band, Instrumental Lessons
Sports: Netball, Volleyball, Athletics training, Football, Cricket, Soccer, Cross-Country training etc.
ICAS Competitions in English, Writing, Computer Skills, Maths and Science.
Competitions including Dorothea Mackellar Poetry Competition, many writing competitions, and competitions in
Maths, Science, Manual Arts, Business Skills, and Performing Arts.
Digital Showcase, Certificate courses in IT, Technology Bootcamp, Girls in IT program
School Concert, ANZAC Day, Multicultural and Rodeo Festivals, Musical, Tablelands Young Performers and much
more.
Opportunities to participate in the RACI Chemical Titration Competition, to attend Youth Parliament Week,
Cairns Schools Constitutional Convention, United Nations Youth Conference, Eureka Science Prize, Somerset
Literature Prize, Australian Government History Prize, Asia Wise, National Geographic Australian Geography
Competition and many, many more are offered throughout the year.
Year 10 students attend the Science and Engineering Challenge, and participated in a wide range of engineering
related activities.
Opportunities for Extension
Students in both Maths and Science have the opportunity to access extension classes in Years 9 and 10 on a merit
basis.
A Maths Excellence Camp is held annually (for almost 20 years) for high ability Year 9 students at Black’s Gully
Education Centre, Tinaroo.
Other subjects offer students the chance to work at their ability level through in-class extension and specific
extension units. Renewed emphasis has been placed on differentiating the curriculum for all of our students.
Workshops designed to extend high achieving students are offered - Writer’s Workshop, Visiting Mathematician,
Debating Workshop, Visiting Chef and more.
19 Many opportunities are given for students to build a quality resume and attend quality programs at State and
National level. Students are mentored through application procedures for such opportunities as Peter Doherty
Outstanding Senior Science Student Award –awarded to only 10 students across the state – Mareeba SHS students
have achieved this twice since 2010, Brain Bee Challenge (Mareeba SHS students have reached the State Final
every year since 2008), Young Scholars at UQ, FEAST at UQ and more.
Mareeba High’s award-winning leadership program is recognised as turning out high quality young leaders ready
to take their place as leaders in the academic world, the workplace and in the community.
Scholarships and Bursaries:
The school has developed a strong partnership with community organisations and is able to offer a wide range of
scholarships and bursaries to students who perform well across a broad range of academic, sporting, cultural and
community pursuits.
Students who develop a strong resume showing their commitment to their studies, their school and their community
find that they are often able win scholarships and bursaries to help with the costs of their tertiary studies. They are fully
supported by the Curriculum Extension Facilitator in every step of the application process for a wide range of
opportunities.
Promoting Academic Excellence
At Mareeba High we actively promote academic excellence. Student achievements are acknowledged on parades,
at Academic Morning Teas, and in the local media.
Academic Captains are chosen to be academic leaders in the school. The Academic Shield is awarded annually,
with all student results counting towards the points their house receives.
At Mareeba State High School we believe in providing opportunities for all of our students.
In addition, there are many opportunities provided for high potential indigenous students, including the Indigenous
Leaders of Tomorrow Program for Year 11 and 12, UNSW Indigenous Winter School, ASSETS Engineering Camp, Spotlight
on Science at the QIMR, Indigenous Ambassador program and many opportunities for scholarships and bursaries to
pursue tertiary studies.
High achieving students attending our school benefit from a wealth of teacher experience and are provided with many
opportunities to extend themselves and perform at their ability level.
CURRICULUM EXTENSION FACILITATOR
Stefanie Prizmic has 10 years classroom experience. She is a qualified Business and Mathematics teacher with a passion
for numeracy. Stefanie has a strong interest in providing a range of learning experiences to cater for all students, and
seeing them reach their full potential.
For more information please contact: Curriculum Extension Facilitator, Stefanie
Email: Stefanie Prizmic: scagn4@eq.edu.au
Phone: 4086 2777
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