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Glen Innes
High School
NEWSLETTER Thursday 6th December 2012
Year 6 Transition Mural—Rainbow Serpent
Inside story
Year 12 Formal Japanese Murals Photos —— 3
2013 Return date —————-4
Edward Street, PO Box 405, Glen Innes 2370 Student Achievements —— 5
Phone: (02) 6732 1322 Fax: (02) 6732 1972
Email: gleninnes-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au Principal’s Message —–——– 7
SRC & Library –——–—— 9
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End of Year Laptop From The English Department
Information
Last Tuesday, we had the absolute pleasure of hosting The Bell
Shakespeare Players at the Old Hall at the High School. They
performed interactive abbreviated versions of Midsummer
Night's Dream and Macbeth for the junior school, as well as lead-
ing a group through an entertaining two hour workshop on Ham-
let.
Any students who think that they will not
be returning to Glen Innes High School in As a rural school it can be difficult to give students the same ac-
2013 are requested to return their laptops cess to live Shakespeare performances as their competitors in ur-
and chargers to Ms Cooper in the English ban areas. While we are privileged to have live theatre in our
Staffroom by the end of term. These lap- town, productions of prescribed texts every year would not be a
tops will be stored until Term 1 2013, and viable option. Bell Shakespeare company have been sharing their
should you return, you will not lose any of love and knowledge of the 'Bard' for over 20 years around Aus-
your personal items. tralia which makes this an opportunity we could not miss.
If you know a graduating Year 12 student, Students who had a professed dislike for all things Shakespearean
please remind them to drop their laptop to walked out of the hall enthusiastically asking for more; those
Ms Cooper so the laptop can be graduated with an abiding love of the bard had our passions renewed and
and they will receive their free Microsoft those who attended out of curiosity had their interest decisively
and Adobe licences. rewarded. Not only were the students spellbound but also the su-
pervising staff, from all subject areas, were held as willing cap-
This time of the year is an opportunity to tives.
check that your child’s device is working
correctly as the “Green” Lenovo Thinkpad As this touring production was only made possible due to the fi-
will run out of warranty in early February nancial support of the Professor Hon Foundation, as well as small
2013. If any parents or students have any contributions from the students and families, we would like to
questions please do not hesitate to contact take this opportunity to thank all those that have assisted Bell
me. Shakespeare to our region.
Ms Cooper
TSO Cindy Moor
Under 14s Cricket
On Monday November 19, twelve students travelled to Armidale to play against Duval. We won the toss and elected to
bat .The captain was Jayden Every who opened the batting with Ed Malone.
The batting order then was Matthew Campion (10) , Luke Hodgson (12), Hugh Mitchell (9), James Cameron (3), Jay Kemp-
ton (0, not out) , Tom Chard (3), Adam Kerr (1), Luke Potter (1), Zac Willis (0), we were all out for 89.
The openers got on to a cracking start. Ed was very lucky as he got bowled off a no-ball but soon after that he got caught
he was very disappointed to get out for (8). That brought Matt Campion to the crease. He and Jayden had a good partner-
ship together but shortly after Jayden went for a big shot and got caught on the boundary (40). Then the middle order
collapsed.
Matthew Campion bowled very well he picked up 3/24 off 6 overs and Luke Hodgson also took 1/18 off 3 overs
Lachlan Jerrett was twelfth man. He kindly did not bat so he was on the field the whole time while Duval was batting. He
caught a magnificent catch in mid off.
It was a good Day. Our thanks go to Mr Russell Meehan who drove the RSL bus and umpired for us and also had to put up
with Jayden Every Thanks to Toby Shannon and Cody Hogan who came to do the scoring and help warm up the players.
Thanks to Mrs Malone for organising the day.
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Recently students from year 7-10 showed incredible teamwork and skill in creating a huge eight panel artwork for the school. The
students worked for three days with community artist Ms Ky Curran and Art Teacher Ms Abi Sparks. The subject of the murals were
Japanese seasons and were created to decorate the side of the new language centre (facing the oval). The visiting artist commented
that this was one of the most cohesive groups of students that she had ever worked with and this was how we were able to achieve
such a high standard of work in a very short amount of time.
Pictures
of the
beautiful
Japanese Murals
created
by the students
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LANGUAGES REPORT Footware requirements
for Workshops and Kitchens
2012 has been a marvellous year of language learning at
GIHS, with our first HSC cohort in many years for Japanese Next Year.
Beginners, a very promising class of Japanese Continuers, a
wonderful Year 9 elective class and hard-working Year 7 As we approach the end of the year, please be in-
students who completed their mandatory year of language formed about the requirements for students under-
study. Highlights included cooking days, Japanese movies taking subjects in the Kitchen and Workshops next
and an increase in the average marks for the yearly and half
-yearly exams. Congratulations to all students involved.
year. They will be required to wear the correct foot-
wear or theory work is to be completed. This will
In a huge finish to the year, we saw 3 students accepted to give you a chance to buy the correct footwear over
the 2012 Kizuna scholarship program. Year 12 Captain Jason the holidays ready for the new school year.
Zomer, along with Yr 11 student leaders Grace Barratt and
(Extract from DEC WHS Directorate.)
Sophie Newsome, will visit disaster-affected areas of Japan
In accordance with the Safe Working Policy, the Department
and witness the international recovery efforts now under-
has identified areas of its workplaces where appropriate foot-
way. Glen Innes High School achieved very highly to have 3 wear must be worn by staff, students and visitors to ensure
students selected for this hotly-contested program, as only their safety.
200 places were available across Australia.
Areas where enclosed leather footwear (or other material
The Japanese garden is on-track for completion as an out- confirmed by the manufacturer to be suitable, refer to Austral-
ian/NZ Standard 2210: Safety Protective and Occupational
door classroom in 2012, and a spectacular Japanese-themed
Footwear) is required are:
mural has been developed by Ms Sparks with a dedicated
Industrial Arts and trades workshop areas
crew of Art students.
Science laboratories
2013 will see the commencement of Korean languages and Canteen or Food Technology (Kitchen) areas
an Aboriginal languages "taster" course in Ngoorabul and Sandals, open footwear or high heeled shoes are not permit-
Bundjalung. ted in these areas. If students present for a class or activity
Wishing everyone a restful and enjoyable holiday, and an with inappropriate footwear the student should be offered
exciting year of language study ahead in 2013. alternative educational activities until they are wearing appro-
priate footwear.
Mercurius Goldstein The above list is not exhaustive. Appropriate safe footwear
Teacher— Languages may also be identified as a requirement in relation to other
areas or activities, documented procedure or a documented
risk assessment .e.g. Another example is wearing enclosed
leather footwear (or suitable safe alternative) in agricultural
What day the students go back areas/activities.
to school in 2013?
Years 7, 11 & 12—starts on
Wednesday 30th January 2013
Years 8, 9 & 10—starts on
Thursday 31st January 2013
ALL Staff starts on Tuesday 29th
January 2013
Welcome to Year 6 students
who are coming to Glen Innes
High School in 2013
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Sarah Byrne
and
Regional Final
Madison Cook
for Open Boys Cricket
Sarah Byrne and Madison Cook competed in individual events at the
Glen Innes High School are into the regional final of the CHS Athletics carnival this year. Both girls achieved excellent results
Open Boys Cricket Knockout after a two wicket win over in their events including Madison 4th in 200m run and Sarah 11th in
100m run. These achievements are overall results in NSW from in
Tamworth’s powerhouse Oxley High School on Monday 26th
their individual age groups. From this competition Sarah and Madi-
November.
son have been selected to compete internationally in Canada.
The team consisted of Scott Hodder (Captain), Sports Travel Australia are the coordinators of the event and recent-
Nathan Marzulli (VC), Jay Gallgher, Nick Whan, Cody Hogan, ly rang and selected our two students to be invited. They base their
Tobias Shannon, Michael Chard, Jayden Ehsman, Brock selection on the times athletes run at the CHS carnival in NSW,
Simpkins, Jacob Howard, & Jayden Every. Victoria, and QLD. Sports Travel Australia select students whose
times are close enough to compete internationally, but may not
It was a tremendous effort by the local boys to beat a much have achieved a top 3 placing at the CHS carnival. They also look to
bigger school, who also has a strong record in cricketing select students who have demonstrated outstanding potential and
have limited access to facilities, coaches and competition. Madison
competitions, including the 40 over open boys competition.
and Sarah have met every aspect of this criterion. The two girls have
Glen Innes bowled first at King George Oval and were able
trained individually and shown natural talent and skill in a sport that
to restrict Oxley to a modest 143 on a slow outfield. Open-
has limited experience and expertise in a small rural community.
ing bowler Nick Whan (3-19) spearheaded the Glen Innes
attack and was able to provide some crucial break throughs. This trip will include travelling with other selected athletes as an
Nick continued his excellent form from previous school Australian squad. They will travel to and around Canada. The trip will
games, and showed Oxley why he was recently selected in last for two weeks in total and will include intense training and com-
the North West Cricket team to compete at CHS. Jayden peting in two international meets in Vancouver and British Columbia.
Every (2-15) was the next best for Glen Innes. Jay Gallagher They are provided with one national coach per every seven athletes
(1-17) and Jayden Ehsman (1-23) were also impressive with selected, and will have access to a variety of international coaches.
ball in hand. Congratulations Sarah and Madison. We are so proud and supportive
The Glen Innes chase got off to a fast start, having worked of you both. You are an excellent representation of Glen Innes High
School and a complete demonstration of what individuals can
their way to 60 off the first 10 overs, losing only one wicket
achieve with dedication and commitment.
along the way. Glen Innes skipper and another player who
has been in fine form in the senior competition, Scott Hod-
der, top scored for Glen Innes. Scott (32), who has also
been playing for the senior representative side, came in at Nick Whan
number three and played a vital hand in the win. Gallagher
(30) also provided a big hitting cameo and opener Cody Ho- On 13th November Glen Innes High School sent three school crickets
gan (28) was solid at the top of the order. Gallagher hit Ox- to the North West trials held in Gunnedah. These three boys were
ley’s highest wicket taker and spin bowler for 16 in one selected from the New England Trial held in Armidale where the
over, and was even willing to collect his own ball, which trialled against boys from schools of Inverell, Armidale, Tenterfield
was hit out of the oval. After these big hitters fell, the order and Warialda. Scott Hodder, Nic Whan and Jacob Balchin were rep-
was quickly toppled and it became a closely contested resentatives for Glen Innes High.
match that could’ve gone either way. Jayden Every and Nick
Whan established a steady partnership that saw out the Nick was selected from the Gunnedah trial in the elite team of 12
game. Glen Innes were eight wickets down when Every hit from across the North West region that will be attending the CHS
the winning runs in the 34th over. Cody was named man of trials in Sydney early in Term 1. Nick was surprised at his selection,
the match, while Every claimed two best and fairest points but we are not. Nick is known for his fast bowling skills, and has
and Nick got one. been the spearhead in our bowling attack in the school cricket
knockout competition, regularly taking more than 2 wickets a game,
Glen Innes now plays the Tamworth High School in the and has thoroughly deserved this selection. He will compete in
North West Regional Final on Friday the 7th December at Sydney over four days, and will seeking selection in to the National
King George Oval. If they are successful in this game they squad that will compete later next year.
will not only be crowned regional champions but may com-
pete at a Sydney carnival against the best teams from each Congratulations to Nick, and we wish you the best of luck at your
region in NSW. Well done to all the boys involved, and good upcoming tournament.
luck in your final round.
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YEAR 10 FORMAL Dates to Remember
The Year 10 Formal is on Thursday 13th December at the 3rd-7th Dec.—Yr9 & Yr10 Canberra Excursion
Services Club Remembrance Room. Photos will be taken at 5th Dec.— Yr6 Orientation Day
5:30 pm at the Standing Stones. Dinner and Disco at 6:30pm.
Tickets are now available for purchase from Mrs Gillett, Cost : 6th Dec. — Year 6 Parent & Student Night
$30 per student. This is a STUDENT ONLY function. Parents 13th Dec. — Year 10 Formal
must drop off & pick-up their child/ren. Pick-up time is
10:00pm. Please be PROMPT. 18th Dec. — PRESENTATION DAY
Year 10 Parents who would like to help supervise at the Ser-
19th Dec. (Wednesday) — LAST DAY for
vices Club, please contact Mrs. Gillett. Parents assistance is
always welcome and valued. Thank you. STUDENTS
30th January 2013 Wednesday—First
Farewell Barbecue day for Yrs 7, 11 & 12
31st January 2013 Thursday—First day
for Charlotte Holtrop and Hiroto Suzuki
for Yrs 8, 9 & 10
On Tuesday 27th of November an Aussie BBQ was held for Year
11’s two exchange students- Charlotte Holtrop from Holland
and Hiroto Suzuki from Japan. This was an assessment task for Year 11 Report
English studies students. It was both an exciting and sad event
for the pair as they were farewelled with iconic Australian gifts Yr 11 students have received certificates from
such as Vegemite, Tim Tams, Smarties and Pepper and salt the NSW Board of Studies to indicate their level
shakers, a signed Australian flag and shirt signed by the year of achievement and completion of Preliminary
group and an image with a lightly coated snow field of Glen courses. These certificates can be used as evi-
Innes High School. A special gift was presented to Hiroto by dence when applying for jobs, TAFE courses
his English teachers: Mrs Chapman-Burgess and Mrs Malone and to access government and community ser-
vices.
which was a traditional Aboriginal painting that depicted and
As a reward for their hard work and consistent-
conveyed his cultural and educational journey within Australia ly good behaviour, 46 Year 11 students enjoyed
and all the people he met along the way. The vegemite wasn’t an excursion to the Gold Coast from 28-30
exactly a taste of heaven for these two but the memories gath- November. This was their last trip away togeth-
ered with the people of Australia made it all a more er as a year group and resulted in many special
enjoyable day. memories for the years ahead. Students got the
chance to try surfing lessons, kayaking, visits to
Mauno + Mrs Chapman-Burgess Wet 'n Wild and Movie World. The behaviour of
the students throughout reflected very well on
they and their families and they showed that
FREE FRUIT
they are maturing in to a fine bunch of young
Australians.
A special farewell Aussie BBQ was held on
FRIDAY Tuesday 27 November for our international visi-
tors Hiroto Suzuki and Charlotte Holtrop. Sau-
Free Fruit is available every sage sizzle and pavlova were enjoyed by all,
Friday after 11am at the school canteen. It is and special thanks to Ms Chapman-Burgess,
great to see so many students eating healthy Mrs Malone and all the Yr 11 cooks and clean-
ers who made the lunch so special. Long-term
snacks. friendships have developed with our interna-
tional visitors, which adds a wonderful dimen-
sion to our students' social development.
Mercurius Goldstein
Year 11 Adviser
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Principal’s Message Exploring careers by subject
Help your student to broaden their ideas about work and career
Welcome once again to our Newsletter. This is the final paths. Bullseye posters have been designed to help your student
assess career and training options based on 33 subjects. Each
newsletter for 2012.
includes sample career biographies by young people. Find out
Best Wishes for Christmas and the New Year more:http://www.deewr.gov.au/Schooling/
CareersandTransitions/CareerDevelopment/Resources/
My best wishes to everyone for a safe, happy and re- Pages/CareerBullseyeposters.aspx
freshing Christmas and New Year break.
Presentation Day Work and study advice
Presentation Day is Tuesday 18th December at 10 am in the Town There is a range of school staff who can help your student navi-
Hall. At the conclusion of the ceremony students will return to gate their way through study and training options. Student sup-
school where reports will be presented. There will be normal sport port is provided by key people such as careers advisers, transi-
in the afternoon. tion advisers, year advisers and school counsellors. Find out
more: http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/leavingschool/
schoolleaveage/options/atyourservice.php
First Day Back Next Year
The first day back for students in 2013 is Wednesday January 30th Attendance and the Change to the School Leaving Age
for years 7, 11, 12 with the remainder of the school (Yrs 8,9,10) to
attend on Thursday January 31st. All parents need to be aware that the new school leaving age as
at January 2010 is 17. This means that students must remain at
school until they turn 17 unless they are in full time education
Digital Education Revolution elsewhere such as TAFE or they have moved into full time work
(at least 25 hours per week). This legislated change applies to all
2013 is the final year of the Digital Education Revolution – the students.
rollout of laptop computers. In previous years the rollout has been
to individual students – students have “owned” the computers and at
the end of Year 12 were able to take the computers with them. In I would ask all parents to send a note explaining absences as
2013 the Department of Education and Communities Policy will be soon as possible after the absence to the school. Please note
that the laptops will be issued to the school and the school will own that parents cannot sign students out of school unless there is a
the computers. This means that the computers will not be “owned” legitimate reason. For example, you cannot give your student a
by year 9 students. A decision still needs to be made as to whether note that says please excuse her/him on Wednesday afternoons
the computers will be issued to students directly as in other years or because they do not want to do sport.
if year 9 will have priority of lending.
It has also been legislated that parents are contacted about ab-
sences as soon as practicable after that absence. We also have
Record of School Achievement (ROSA) to contact parents when attendance falls below 85%. Even if
absences have been explained it is still possible that you may
In 2011, the NSW Minister for Education announced that School receive a letter. Please be patient with these new procedures.
Certificate tests would not continue beyond that year. From 2012, We are exploring an SMS option which may begin next term.
eligible students who leave school before receiving their Higher
School Certificate will receive the NSW Record of School Achieve- The Legislation clearly states that students are to be in attend-
ment (RoSA). ance at school five days a week unless given an exemption by
the Principal. Students cannot sign out to work on Wednes-
The RoSA is a cumulative credential – recognising all of a Year 10 day afternoons, for example. This is in breach of the Legisla-
students’ academic achievements . tion.
Instead of just showing what a students’ results were at the end of
Year 10, the RoSA recognises that many students who leave school Issues
before completing their HSC complete some Year 11 courses. The
RoSA will show Year 10 grades, as well as any grades for Year 11 I always welcome suggestions or concerns from parents – if you
(Preliminary) courses completed after that. If a student starts a have any then please contact me directly at the school.
course but leaves school before completing it, the RoSA will show
evidence of that enrolment. The RoSA will also show results of any
VET or Life Skills courses a student completes in Year 10 and/or
Year 11. “Since the final quarter of the 20th century, the consequenc-
The RoSA will be awarded to all eligible students when they leave es in all developed nations of a student not succeeding in
school. If a student transfesr from one school to another at the end school have become increasingly grim. The practical import
of Year 10 they will not receive a formal RoSA credential at that of this shift in the labour market is that failure to succeed in
time. To receive a ROSA a student will need to meet the school’s secondary education, which once bore only modest individ-
attendance requirements. Students are able to request a RoSA ual and societal costs, now results in unacceptable costs for
through the school when they talk to theirr principal about leaving. If both individuals and larger societies. Anything less than
a student has completed any Life Skills courses they will receive educational success for virtually all citizens has become so
their Life Skills Profile of Student Achievement at the same time as expensive that neither individuals nor societies can afford
their RoSA. failure.”
Schaffer, Reynolds, and Stringfield
Please note that ALL year 10 students are required to
attend school until December 19th unless they are enter-
ing fulltime employment or full time education through
another provider (See attendance requirements later in Mike Gray
this newsletter)
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Australian Government assistance for Canberra Excursion 2012
Last week ( 3rd- 7th Dec. ) forte one students from Years 8, 9 & 10 Australian History, Civics and
Citizenship went to Canberra for an educational tour of our National Capital. All students participated
in a variety of educational programs focussing on Australian history, culture, heritage & democracy.
The students had a very busy schedule, visiting the Old Parliament House, the House of
Representatives and the Senate, the Australian War Museum, Questacon, the National
Museum, the National Art Gallery, the National Film & Archive, the Mint and the Australian Institute
of Sport.
The Australian Government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the
National Capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. Therefore they have contributed
funding under the Parliament and Civics Education Rebate ( PACER )
programme towards the travelling expenses incurred with this excursion. The contribution will be paid
directly to the school in the amount of $30.00 per student.
The Glen Innes RSL Sub-branch has also donated money towards this excursion.
Both these donations enabled the final cost of this excursion to be considerably reduced.
The students of Glen Innes High School would like to thank the Australian Government and the Glen
Innes RSL Sub-branch for the financial support they provided for this excursion.
I would also like to thank Mr Mick Malone for his assistance with supervision, and Mr Steve Stewart
for his magnificent organization and planning.
It was not all work as the students had the opportunity to visit Telstra Tower, Questacon and Ice
Skating. Naturally no trip to the city could be undertaken without a chance for some
serious “retail therapy” by both boys and girls.
On several occasions the staff were complimented on the students’ behaviour and uniform. They were
at all times a credit to their parents, school and community.
In all, the excursion was a rewarding experience for those involved.
Mrs Jacki Kiehne
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Student Representative Council
( SRC ) URGENT NOTICE
Trolley Dash tickets MUST BE
RETURNED ASAP to Mrs Maxwell
in the Library.
The SRC have entered a tree in the Red Cross
Christmas Tree Display which is currently on dis- Library News
play at the Town Hall (ends Saturday). There is a Kindles!! The time for borrowing Kindles is almost here.
$2 entry fee and $1 per vote. All proceeds go to The devices should be ready for borrowing from
the Red Cross. The students have had a great time Tuesday 13th November (fingers crossed!). If you would
building their tree out of books from different sub- like to borrow a Kindle, you will need to print the
borrowing form (attached to this Newsletter) or see Mrs
ject areas so please take the time to have a look.
Maxwell in the Library for a form. The form must be
The Senior Leadership have recently taken a trip to
filled in and signed by both the student and a parent/
Brisbane to attend the Halogen Leadership
guardian before a Kindle may be borrowed. Once again,
Conference. The students had a great time, listen-
we would like to thank the volunteers at the Glen Innes
ing to a variety of speakers, learning about
Opportunity Shop for their very generous support which
leadership, and strengthening their own bonds as
enabled us to make this purchase.
a group.
The SRC are currently holding elections for the
The Glen Innes Op Shop very generously donates money
2013 SRC group. The SRC is a committed group of to the school Library each year. Last year, we used the
students who are always keen to be actively in- money to buy Kindles (eBook readers) which have been
volved in school and community events. I would launched with the students recently. All reports are so
like to thank each and every member for their far positive with a variety of books available to read in a
valuable contributions which have been much ap- digital format. This year, the donation was spent on
preciated throughout the year. replacing the audio books that needed to be upgraded
to CD, and also on a new selection. We now have a large
variety of audio books (listening books) for students and
staff to borrow. We would like to extend an enormous
thank you to the Op Shop volunteers who have been
very generous in their support of the school.
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Glen Innes High School
POLICY - ATTENDANCE
Rationale
Glen Innes High School encourages students to attend school on a regular basis. We believe that regular attendance pro-
vides students with the opportunity to experience success at school. It is compulsory for young people up to the age of 17 to
be enrolled in school or other approved educational program. Glen Innes High School provides a wide variety of courses
and alternative programs to meet the individual learning needs of students. The school has also embraced VET programs
and partnerships with community groups to provide opportunities and support for as broad a range of students aspirations
as possible. There is an emphasis on teaching and learning styles that seek to engage students the educational experi-
ence.
Procedure
Roll is marked by Roll Teachers each morning between 8.55 and 9.00 am.
Students arriving late to school are to report to the front office where their names are recorded and they are given a
late pass to take to class. Late students will be required to provide a note or the school will phone parents
Each period teachers are required to mark the roll on a class roll sheet.
Variations are recorded on the Daily Notice sheet.
Truancy should be notified to the Deputy Principal / Office staff.
Regularly a report of student absences is provided to Head Teachers and Year Advisors.
Deputy refers students of concern to the Home School Liaison Officer.
Parents are responsible for:
enrolling their children of compulsory school age in school.
ensuring that their children attend school regularly
explaining the absences of their children (within 7 days) to the school
The responsibilities of school staff:
following school attendance procedures
maintaining accurate records of student attendance (each contact)
accept verbal or written advice regarding unexplained full or part day absences
retain records of written, electronic and verbal explanations from parents.
If teachers receive verbal explanations from parents, they should record, sign and date the explanation
report chronic non-attendance, fractional truancy and persistent lateness promptly to the principal or nominee.
The exception method (marking absences only) is to be followed by all schools.
School attendance must be recorded on the attendance register (roll) early in the school day.
Attendance information must be recorded on either the Department’s electronic attendance register or approved
manual roll.
Staff responsible for maintaining attendance registers must be
acquainted with requirements of this document and correct procedures.
When manual registers are used in addition to electronic rolls, a certified hard copy of the electronic roll is the
school’s
attendance register (roll).
School sport must ensure adequate attendance monitoring practices.
The principal is responsible for ensuring that:
attendance records are maintained in an approved format
staff record accurately the attendance of each student in each lesson
students whose attendance is identified as being of concern, are referred to the Home School Liaison Program
the school discipline policy addresses attendance issues, including truancy.
school staff are trained to implement school attendance policies and Procedures.
unsatisfactory attendance and part or full day absences from school are investigated
In the case of students participating in course work or school activities away from the school site attendance records
must be maintained..
an exemption from school attendance for periods totalling up to 50 days in a 12 month period for any one student.
Principals may:
decline to accept as satisfactory an explanation for an absence.
request medical certificates or other documentation when absences explained as being due to sickness are frequent
or prolonged.
10Merry Christmas
and a
Prosperous New Year
to all…..
Have a safe holiday
everyone…..
Greetings
from
the Staff
of Glen Innes
High School
11Year 6 getting ready for High School
2012 has been a very busy year for Year 6 students who have been involved in a number of events and programs to
enable them to adjust to life at High School. Students have been involved in Art, Woodwork, Food Technology,
Drama, Science and Health programs and have enjoyed many visits to the High School. Students will have a full orien-
tation day on the 5th of December where they will spend the day with their Year Advisors Miss Emma Davy and Mr
Jone Rakesa.
There will also be a Parent information evening on Thursday the 6th December at 6pm.
The Rainbow Serpent Mural will be placed near the Canteen.
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