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Students are experiencing a profound transition from childhood to adolescence. They are undergoing significant intellectual, social, physical, emotional, ethical and moral development
Transition to Secondary School
During the early Secondary years, students are moving from concrete to abstract thinking. They have an intense curiosity and a growing capacity for higher order analysis and reflection. They are also moving towards more rational decision making and a better understanding of the consequences of behaviour. Students have a growing interest in ethical and moral questions and like exploring real world social issues.
have a say in what they learn, how they learn and how they will be assessed. They enjoy working cooperatively with their peers yet also like working independently on individual research and projects. Students are progressively developing the ability to manage their own learning. We must also acknowledge the particular impact that technology is having on the lives and learning of adolescent students. For many students the use of mobile phones, MP3 players, video games and the Internet are not just tools, but a way of life. Through technology, many have developed their own language and social networks. The role and importance of technology in learning will be a major factor in the way these students learn and define themselves. At the same time, the ICT revolution and continuing evolution have resulted in a higher demand for students to be highly skilled in reading and writing and in doing so with speed, agility and in different genres.
Many want to make the world a better place as active, emerging young citizens within our Australian society and global community. For many students the transition from Primary to Secondary School can be exciting and smooth sailing. For others it can be a time of apprehension and anxiety. Many young adolescents feel an intense need to belong and be accepted by their peers. They strive to be independent, but while outwardly confident they are often insecure and sensitive to personal criticism. They increasingly turn to their peers to define their language, attitudes, self image and values. As students in the classroom they seek challenge and engagement. A handson approach is often preferred with the opportunity to
Taken from NSW Department of Education & Training “Our Middle Years Learners Engaged, Resilient, Successful”. 1
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Introduction for Students Welcome to Green Point Christian College! We hope that you will enjoy our community and quickly come to feel that this is your school.
This Handbook will help you with daily routines and expectations. There is important information contained here to make your life at school easier.
At Green Point Christian College we believe that God has given all people gifts in a variety of areas and we hope that in your time here He will continue to reveal them to you and that you will find opportunities to use them. Every student is special and individual, and we endeavour to educate all students in the spiritual, academic, emotional and physical areas of their lives.
Any questions or concerns you have whilst at school should be referred to your Devotions/Home Teacher or Year Advisor. The College also has a professional Counselling Team who are available should you need to deal with some deeper issues. There are people who pray regularly for the College and the students. Be encouraged, these people are praying for you! We trust that God will bless you and that you will really benefit from your time here as a member of our College community.
There are many ways that you can become involved at the College. We would love to see all students involved in various areas of College life, whether that may be academic, sport, debating, leadership, serving, music, art or giving support to one another. There are ministry areas that you can become involved in, such as giving time to help others, using your talents in Chapel, becoming part of a mission team, praying for one another and other activities that come up through the year.
Mr Peter McLellan Head of Secondary School
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Introduction for Parents I am sure you would agree with me that the adolescent years can be challenging ones. You may have experienced this through other children or may even be young enough to remember your own youthful days.
At Green Point Christian College our aim is to create a caring and supportive educational environment that specifically caters for the needs of young adolescents. This is done through our Pastoral Care system and challenging ourselves on the best practice of delivering curriculum in a way that encourages a strong and engaging learning environment to our young adolescent students.
Through the experience of our teaching staff and the research we have read, we understand the following about young adolescent students: •
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Some of these practices are:
They will start to shift their acceptance of identity away from their parents to other influential adults, society and peers. They will start to question their parents’ judgments and decisions in areas where they “used to just do as they were told”. They do not have great ability in thinking rationally as that part of the brain is still developing. They base their decision making more on emotions.
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They want to experience independence and are becoming more aware of the social and political world in which they live. They will develop a heightened sense of justice but need assistance in developing their responsibilities.
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They undergo huge chemical changes (puberty) that affect their physical growth, sleep patterns and emotions. As a result, they will experience great mood swings as they adapt to their changing body. They may be great risk takers at one time and express fears or hurts at another time.
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Assisting the sudden transition from Primary School to “Secondary School”.
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Endeavouring to meet the individual needs of the student in their academic pursuits.
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Providing a Home Teacher with whom the students have a closer relationship.
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Developing teams of teachers working with a class group allowing better relationships to develop between staff and students. This also allows for staff to support and assist one another to understand the group and the individuals in that group.
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Developing curriculum that is engaging and challenging, and integrated across faculties, helping students to see the relevance of the curriculum in their world.
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Engaging Year 7 in a camping program that challenges them in their Christian world view, their physical ability and personal relationships.
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Targeting specific issues such as bullying/ harassment through special events and ongoing education.
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They need to be physically active to assist their physical and psychological development.
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They will become more reliant on their friendships for support, both of the same and opposite gender.
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In a school environment the social issues are the most important ones for students, more so than the learning they do at school.
Providing staff with professional development opportunities that focus on the specific needs of young adolescent students.
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Giving students opportunities to serve the community outside Green Point Christian College.
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Offering students the opportunities to discover their world through a variety of excursions and extra curricular activities.
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They develop self confidence in achieving success in significant events. They search for identity in a myriad of different ways.
Mrs Jane McLarty Deputy Principal
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Staff Principal Mrs Debra Walls Deputy Principal Mrs Jane McLarty Head of Secondary School Mr Peter McLellan Head of Spiritual Development Mr Tom Anderson Head of Professional Learning Mr Matthew Cohen
Mrs Debra Walls
Year 7 Year Advisor: Mrs Rachael Wilesmith Mr Matthew Rosee Counsellors
Mrs Inga Sugitha, Mrs Alicia Dobson
Mrs Jane McLarty
Faculties
Co-ordinators
Curriculum Co-ordinator/Student Advisor Mr David Russell English Mrs Danielle Crook Mathematics Mr Troy Kastelan Science Mr Stuart Drennan: Years 10 – 12 Mr Jacob Strickling: Years 7 – 9 Counselling Mr Matthew Rosee Creative Arts Mrs Alison Brown Human Society and Its Environment Dr Warwick Pearson Languages Mr Charles Wheeler Library Information Services Mrs Diane Parks PDHPE Mr Andrew McGillivray Studies of Religion/Biblical Studies Mr Tom Anderson Technical and Applied Studies Mr Mark Welch
Mr Peter McLellan
Mrs Rachael Wilesmith
Mr Matthew Rosee
Mrs Alicia Dobson
Mrs Inga Sugitha
Office Staff Reception: Mrs Justine Collins
Student Window: Mrs Amanda Roberts Sick Bay: Mrs Blanche Moody
Secretary: Mrs Julie Hawley
Sick Bay: Mrs Carolyn Omayao
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Green Point Christian College Year 2015 – Term Dates Term One - 10 Weeks
Wednesday 28 January Thursday 29 January Thursday 2 April
First Day Years 1-7 and 11-12 First Day Kindy and Years 8-10 Last Day Term One
Term Two - 10 Weeks
Monday 20 April Friday 26 June
First Day Term Two Last Day Term Two
Term Three - 9 Weeks
Monday 20 July Friday 18 September
First Day Term Three Last Day Term Three
Term Four - 10 Weeks
Tuesday 6 October Wednesday 9 December
First Day Term Four Last Day Term Four
Daily Routine The College operates with a 2 week timetable cycle – Red Week and Blue Week. The first school week of the new year is always a RED week. The College Diary indicates the appropriate Week. Please note that Wednesday has different times as noted:
BELL TIMES 2015 MON, TUES, THURS, FRI
BELL TIMES
PERIOD 1
8.45 - 10.00
DEVOTIONS
10.00 - 10.20
RECESS PERIOD 2
WEDNESDAY PERIOD 1
BELL TIMES 8.45 - 10.00
RECESS
10.00 - 10.25
10.20 - 10.45 10.45 - 12.00
PERIOD 2
10.25 - 11.40
TRANSITION 1
11.40 - 11.55
TRANSITION
12.00 - 12.05
PERIOD 3A 10-12 CHAPEL
11.45 - 12.30
PERIOD 3
12.05 - 1.20
TRANSITION 2
12.30 - 12.35
PERIOD 3B 7-9 CHAPEL
12.35 - 1.20
LUNCH PERIOD 4
1.20 - 2.00
LUNCH
2.00 - 3.15
PERIOD 4
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1.20 - 2.00 2.00 - 3.15
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Lines of Communication Situation
Action
Administration Student absence
Please phone the office on 4367 9950, leaving a message on the answer machine if prior to 9.30am, if after 9.30am please ring the College Office. A subsequent letter is required upon the student’s return to school, to confirm the reason for the student’s absence. Printed slips to be used for absences can be found at the back of the student diary.
Student to leave school early
Unless a prior ongoing arrangement has been made, a letter should be presented to the teacher. After the student’s teacher has allowed them to leave the classroom, the note should be presented to the Office where the students needs to sign out.
Matters relating to school buses
Contact the Year Advisor
Class Issues
Contact the Class Teacher or Faculty Co-ordinator
Matters relating to a specific class
Contact Class Teacher
Matters relating to a specific class not able to be resolved by the Class Teacher
Contact Subject Co-ordinator / Year Advisor
Student unable to undertake sport or some other physical activity
Letter carried with student and shown to relevant staff
Curriculum Issues
Contact the Faculty Co-ordinator
Concerns relating to specific curriculum or Assessment issues
Contact the Class Teacher then the Subject Co-ordinator
Matters relating to Board of Studies requirements
Contact the Curriculum Co-ordinator / Student Advisor
Welfare Issues
Home Teacher / Year Advisor / Head of Secondary School
Student experiencing difficulties requiring counselling
Contact Year Advisor then School Counsellor
Pastoral Care/discipline matters of a more serious nature
Contact the Year Advisor / Head of Secondary School
Student needs school work during extended sickness or unavoidable absence from school
Contact the Year Advisor
New ‘Exemption’ Leave - over five days other than sickness
Contact Principal via official Exemption Form to be found on the GPCC Website under ‘Enrol’
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General Information Assessment
Chapel and Commendation Assemblies
The College believes that assessment of student achievement should be varied to allow all students to show their abilities through a variety of methods. Hence we do not have formal exam periods in Year 7 but rather Assessment periods where different Assessment Tasks may be undertaken. This also reduces undue stress on students in Year 7. At times students will sit for Common Tests to assist in the assessment process. Assessment Tasks are published in the Year 7 Assessment Handbook which is distributed in Term 1.
Secondary School staff and students meet together on a weekly basis for Chapel. This is a time of prayer, singing, drama and regular guest speakers. Commendation Assemblies are held each term when some of our students are presented with certificates for particularly outstanding efforts throughout the term. The parents of the students receiving these awards are invited to the assembly and to share in refreshments following.
Diary
Students must use their diary to organise themselves. It is a place where they can write homework down and the dates of upcoming tests. It is a good idea for reminder notes to be written in the diary so that students will remember to study several days before a test. The diary also serves as a communication channel between parents and teachers. Parents are asked to sign the diary at the end of each week. If parents write a note in the diary to any of the teachers, that note should be shown to the teacher. Students need to take their diary to every lesson. Diaries must be kept tidy and legible and must not be graffitied.
Attendance
The school has a legal responsibility to keep records of attendance for all students. Any absence from school should be explained in a note to the Office, which students are to leave in the box outside the student window. Parents are also asked to phone the College Office before 9.30am to let the school know if their child is away on any day and the note should be brought to school on the day of their return. If a student will be away for an extended period, e.g. a longer holiday, advance notice to the Home Teacher is necessary and the leave has to be approved by the Principal. A special form is available for such circumstances on the GPCC Website under ‘Enrol’ called ‘Exemption Form’.
Arriving Late and Leaving Early
It is important that all students arrive on time for school and all lessons during the day. If a student arrives after 8.45am, they should go to the office student window and have their diary stamped in order to show their teacher that they have registered for roll marking purposes. This enables us to keep an accurate record of who is in the College. Students who arrive late to school require a note from parents. Students who arrive late with no note or a poor excuse will be sent to see the Year Advisor. If students need to leave early, they must have a note signed by a parent/guardian and present that note to the Office at the student window and sign out before they leave.
Buses
School buses arrive and depart in the bus bay at the front of the school. Parents are requested for safety reasons, not to collect their child from this area but to park in the school car park or pick children up from appropriate waiting areas on the edge of the car park. It is best to contact the Bus Company if you have questions about where your child will be picked up. Busways can be contacted through www.busways.com.au and The Red Bus Co. through www.redbus.com.au. Bus Pass forms are available from the School Office and must be filled out and returned to the College to be submitted.
Canteen
A Canteen operates each day of the week and a list of the items and prices are available at the start of the term, attached to the newsletter, for both summer and winter menus. Orders are to be made out on a plain paper bag with the name and class/year of the student noted as well as the order. Wherever possible please enclose correct money. The School Canteen depends upon voluntary parental assistance. Any time parents can provide, even for a short period, would be very much appreciated. 7
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process. We do not believe that homework tasks should be onerous or too demanding, so that homework becomes a disruption to the family. If there is a problem in this area, parents should feel free to make contact with the teacher.
THE VALUE OF HOMEWORK.... For the Teacher: The value of homework for the teacher is that it is a check that what is being taught at school is being absorbed, understood and exercised by the student. For the Student: Homework consolidates what is being taught at school. It also produces qualities of self discipline and time management.
Behaviour Management
For the Parent: Homework keeps parents in touch with what is happening at school and helps the parent to monitor the child’s development. It also provides a forum for discussion over issues raised at school and over problems that are occurring. It provides a situation where parents can encourage their child and see what is being taught at school. It is to be a meaningful task and not used to keep students busy.
We constantly make every effort to develop a close teacher/ student relationship that shows each student that they are special to both us and to God. The Behaviour Management Policy of the College is based on the Bible, from which we take our lead in all our areas of expectation for students’ behaviour. The Behaviour Management Policy not only involves correction of inappropriate behaviour, but also incorporates reinforcement of positive behaviour. Students who achieve a significant number of Compliments in a term are recognised with Merit Certificates and other rewards and may receive an award at the end of term Commendation Assembly.
What is Homework? Homework is work to be done outside of the school sphere without supervision of the teacher. It must be stressed that each subject will have different homework requirements, different types of homework and different levels of parental encouragement required.
@GPCC - Bring Your Own Device
Help from Parents: Parents should never be asked to do homework for their child, but they may give encouragement and some assistance. Teaching staff are encouraged not to give homework over the weekend or Assignments over the holiday periods.
The College implemented @GPCC in 2014. In 2015 Years 7-10 will be involved. A school portal will also operate for students and parents. The recommended minimum device requirements are as follows: • The device must be running the MAC OSX 10.9 (Mavericks) or higher • The battery must last at least 6hrs continual usage • At least 4GB of RAM • Intel Core 2 DUO 2.4Ghz or higher • 128gb HD or higher (SSD highly recommended) • Has an integrated camera
NON COMPLETION OF HOMEWORK MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A NOTE FROM PARENTS WITH A VALID REASON. As students move from Year 7 through their schooling, less and less structure will be applied by the teacher to the homework timetable. More and more self-motivation will be required of the student. The staff see this as an essential part of the “training” we give students as they grow to maturity.
Current model Apple Notebooks will meet or exceed these specifications. If however, you are unsure or unclear, we recommend a MacBook Air 11”. We have chosen the 11” MacBook Air because:
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It is light, easy to carry inside a schoolbag, and takes up less space on student desks It is the most affordable of the MacBook laptops available It meets minimum required specifications
Other sizes or variants of the MacBook are acceptable as long as they meet the minimum specification listed above.
Homework
The school supports the value of homework as a learning tool. Homework can be used to reinforce concepts taught at school and teach students the value of self-discipline in the education
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Parent/Teacher Evenings
Library
Parent/Teacher interviews are conducted on two occasions, where parents have an opportunity to talk to their child’s teachers regarding their progress. These evenings allow parents to talk to more than one teacher at one venue. Parents are notified via a letter and in the Newsletter when this evening is approaching and bookings are made online. Should parents require further discussions on their child’s progress than can be provided on these interview nights, then they would need to make an appointment with the appropriate teacher through the College Office.
The Library has many resources and experienced people to help students. Resources include books, magazines, journals, newspapers, encyclopaedias and computers. Computers can be used to type up assignments and to research issues. Access to the internet, electronic encyclopaedias, scanning facilities, black-and-white and colour printers, and photocopying facilities are features of the Library. The Library is open for individual research and borrowing from 8.30am each morning, recess, lunch and after school until 3.55pm.
Medical Issues
Reports
Students requiring medical attention must be referred to the First Aid Duty Officer in the Sick Bay. No medication will be administered by the First Aid Officer (including Panadol). Students will be permitted to administer their own medication. Parents are asked to ensure that any bottle/packet is clearly marked with the student’s name and the dosage clearly stated. No unmarked bottles/packets are permitted. If outside medical assistance is required, the family will be contacted, and if unavailable, the family Doctor will be notified. In the event of an emergency, an ambulance will be called and the family will be contacted.
A Progress Report is sent home at the end of Term 1. A comprehensive Half Yearly Report is issued at the end of Term 2 and Yearly Report is issued at the end of Term 4. The Government requires that all Board of Studies courses receive Course Grades. If you do not want comparative ranking for these Course Grades listed on your child’s report, please contact the Director of Administration/Student Advisor at the College.
Sport
GPCC does not have a dedicated sports afternoon. Sport is incorporated into the PDHPE curriculum. When students have PDHPE practical classes they may wear their Sports Uniform to school on that day.
Newsletter
A weekly newsletter, “The Messenger”, is produced, which is our prime communication link to parents of our school. The Newsletter contains items of interest, diary dates, general matters of school family news, etc. It is essential that parents thoroughly read this each week so that they can be kept up to date with events in our school. Generally, “The Messenger” is distributed via the College Website and will be updated each Wednesday afternoon. We ask all parents to provide us with their email address so a reminder may be sent each week.
Stationery and Text Book Requirements
A list of stationery requirements appears in the following pages for Year 7. Generally, all textbooks for students in Year 7 are provided by the College through the specific faculty.
Parent Involvement in the College
Parents have many opportunities to be involved in their child’s schooling. Parents will have other opportunities to be involved in the College, such as joining in on excursions and particular sporting events. Information of importance to parents will be advised through the Messenger and via letters sent home. All parents are encouraged to be involved when possible.
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Student Window
Any student needing to come to the Office for a message or sickness needs to come to the Student Window which is situated at the back of the Administration Building. If a student is unwell and wishes to go home, it is important that they come to the office where a parent can be contacted for them.
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Withdrawal Of Students
Parents need to give at least 10 week’s of term notice (not including holidays) in writing of termination of enrolment and failure to do so may render them liable for one term’s fees. That is 10 weeks of school term time.
Uniform
Students are expected to wear full school uniform as outlined in our Uniform Policy. If students are unable to wear correct uniform, an explanation note signed by a parent is required. Otherwise a student may receive a demerit or uniform detention. Students may wear their Sports Uniform on days when they have practical PE classes. Year 8 Drama is also an exception. Please refer to the Uniform Policy and Requirements later in this document.
Uniform Shop
Green Point Christian College runs a Uniform Shop here on the campus. New students need to make a booking for a uniform fitting (this can be done for Year 7 at Orientation Day). Uniforms should be ready to take at the time of fitting. Current students who are changing uniform also need to make a booking for a uniform fitting.
Uniform Shop open every day except Wednesdays 8.30am to 11am Appointments for fittings will be available for two weeks from November 10-21: Monday-Friday: 8:30-9:30am /3:00-4:00pm Fittings for students without an accompanying parent can be accommodated if absolutely necessary. Please provide a detailed list of requirements and a contact phone number if this is the case. The shop will be open in the School Holidays 2015 (no appointment necessary), at the following times (subject to change - please check on the Website): Mon January 19: 9:00-3:00pm Closed for lunch 12:30-1:15pm Tues January 20: 9:00-3:00pm Closed for lunch 12:30-1:15pm Wed January 21: 9:00-3:00pm Closed for lunch 12:30-1:15pm Thurs January 22: 1:00-5:00pm Fri January 23: 9:00-3:00pm Closed for lunch 12:30-1:15pm Monday January 26 CLOSED PUBLIC HOLIDAY See the Uniform Policy and further information, including price lists, at the back of this Handbook.
Visitors
All visitors to the College should report in at the front office, sign in and collect a “Visitor’s” badge. These must be worn whilst on the property and you may be approached and questioned as to your visit if you do not have a badge on.
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Curriculum One of the challenges in educating young adolescents is to keep them engaged in their learning. For that to occur, curriculum needs to be rigorous and relevant to the students’ lives. We teach the student and not the subject. With this approach our aim is to provide Senior School with capable, well balanced students who do well in further studies.
Overview of Curriculum Year 7 Devotions Biblical Studies English HSIE Maths Science Language (Japanese) Creative Arts (Visual Arts/Music) PDHPE Technology (Computing, Food) Learning for Life**
**Learning for Life “Habits of Mind are the characteristics of what intelligent people do when they are confronted with problems, the resolutions of which are not immediately apparent.” Arthur L. Costa In our endeavour to foster a strong life long learning culture at Green Point Christian College, we want to provide our students with skills that will assist them now and in the future. As our students are entering a world that is ever changing, we need to develop them to respond intelligently to the issues they will face in their life, whether those issues be based on faith, education, relationship or employment etc. Students in Year 7 also work with the “Sensibility Program” from Beyond Blue and the Peer Support Program. Students will also work through study skill techniques to assist them in their preparation for Assessment Tasks and Tests.
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Extra Curricula Activities The academic area of school is important but it is only effective when a balance of curriculum is offered. We are endeavouring to offer our students in Secondary School many opportunities outside their normal classroom experience to enhance their development and help them enjoy school more. Each morning our students meet together with their Home Teacher for Devotions. This time is to focus on the Word of God, share and pray for each other and others who are in need. Some of the other activities that our students can be involved in include: • Year 7 Camp at Deer Park • Child Sponsorship • Sexual Harassment seminars • Anti Bullying seminar’s • Inter-school Chess Competition • Private Music Lessons • School Concert Band • Debating and Public Speaking • Musical Productions • Representative Sport • Study Skill Seminars
Vava’u
Sport
Students are encouraged to represent the College in sporting teams. Some of the sports that may be offered include Soccer, Cricket, Netball, Touch Football, Golf, Sailing, Triathalon, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Equestrian, Volleyball, Hockey, Futsal, Basketball, Athletics, Swimming and Cross Country.
Peer Support
Chapel
Every student attends our weekly Chapel service. Many students enjoy leading the service and worship using their musical gifts.
At the start of Year 7, students are partnered with a Year 11 Mentor to establish a nurturing relationship with an older and more experienced student. The students meet with their mentors once a week during Term 1 and share in different activities.
Houses
‘Rock & Water’
Once enrolled in the College, each student joins one of the College Houses. They provide opportunity for healthy competitive spirit amongst the students in sporting and other school events. Our Houses are named after significant parts of Tonga, recognising the strong link we have with our sister school, Hofangahau. The Houses are:
During one term in Year 7, students will do ‘Rock and Water’ which is a course designed to develop non aggressive and positive communication skills when presented with conflict, identity, self esteem, boundaries, body image, friendships and conflict resolution.
Eua Eagles Green Ha’apai Hurricanes Yelllow Taloa Warriors Red Va’vau Breakers Blue
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GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
I am responsible for my own learning by being prepared for each lesson with the correct equipment. I am responsible to be on time for each lesson. I am responsible for helping to create a positive and safe learning environment in a Christian context. I am responsible for having homework and assignments submitted on time. I am responsible for entering and exiting the classroom quietly and safely. I am responsible for my electronic items (e.g. MP3 player, mobile phone) so that they are not seen or heard in the classroom.
1. I am to stay on task without disturbing or distracting others. 2. I am to treat all other students with respect at all times and accept individual differences. 3. I am not to interfere with another person’s property.
1. I am to treat staff with respect and accept their authority at all times. 2. I am to follow the instructions of all staff whether in the classroom or playground. 3. I am to actively listen when the teacher is speaking.
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I am responsible for keeping the classroom and playground clean. I am responsible for not damaging or interfering with school property. I am responsible for wearing my uniform correctly in and out of school. I am responsible for positively reflecting the Christian attitudes and values of our school. “Show proper respect to everyone:” (1Peter 2:17) “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.” (Colossians 3:23)
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Student Behaviour
(In summary - full Policy on Website)
At Green Point Christian College, in light of God being our Almighty Creator and in response to all He has done for us, we as a school community desire to honour God in our daily lives and relationships. Therefore we seek to Love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and mind. We also seek to love our neighbour as ourselves. (Matthew 22: 37-39) The responsibilities and expectations of each individual within our community have been centred on the desire to have relationships that are pleasing and honouring to God. These responsibilities and expectations are Biblically based to ensure our school community operates so that all individuals grow in their relationships with God and others in a safe, uplifting environment. Parents are an integral part of any discipline within the school because of their Biblical responsibility to raise their children and we seek to encourage their participation and support within this area. In addition, we seek to assist and support parents in the Godly development of their children. Understanding that we all fail and fall short of God’s expectations, the cornerstones of this Behaviour Management Policy will be Love, Grace, Mercy and Justice. When a parent delegates to a teacher the responsibility of assisting in bringing up their child he also delegates the right to honour and respect and the responsibility to discipline the child. Proverbs 22:6 commands parents, and by extension teachers, to “Train up a child in the way he should go, And even when he is old he will not depart from it.” This is what parents have been commanded to do. The letter in Ephesians (Ephesians 6: 1-3) instructs children in their responsibility. “Children obey your parents in the Lord, for this right. Honour your father and mother – which is the first commandment with a promise – that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.” Our aim is to encourage students to follow this principle and redirect them when they struggle. Our goal in training students according to the Biblical principles above is so that, “We proclaim Him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.” Colossians 1: 28 Home-School Partnership Partnership between home and school is vital, with open two way communication between home and school being an important part of this. Further, there is no substitute for consistently applied standards, with all adult members of the school community modelling correct attitudes and behaviour to students. Teaching Students are taught what God requires of them and what the school procedures and expectations are. Planning and Organisation Effective planning and efficient time management of student activities promotes good discipline. Lack of classroom organisation is a major catalyst for misbehaviour. Encouragement Teachers should seek opportunities to encourage students in good behaviour. At GPCC, the following methods for encouraging appropriate student behaviour will be employed: 1. 2. 3.
Non verbal encouragement methods - eg teacher glance, smile, nod Verbal encouragement - eg a “well-done” Granting of an in-class privilege - eg use of particular equipment; opportunity to do additional challenging work
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Compliment - issued to students for particular actions deserving of commendation and accumulating towards further recognition 5. Merit Certificates - issued by the College after a student gains three compliments 6. Commendation Awards, given to students in each class who have received the greatest number of Merit Certificates, are presented at a special Commendation Assembly held each Term, with parents present and invited to morning tea with the recipients of awards. Protection An aspect to be considered at all times is the protection of students from the misbehaviour of others.
Prayer Staff are encouraged to pray for students in all stages of the discipline process. Sanctions Students must learn that actions do have consequences. In order to allow students to connect behaviour with consequences, staff at GPCC will ensure that there are consequences which suit the offence. Sanctioning actions are not just directed at the student concerned. The actions set a tone and a precedent for all students at the College. Children need to see that justice is done, and that it is tempered by mercy. The Lord requires of all of us that we act justly and love mercy. Redirecting Student Behaviour At GPCC, the following methods for redirecting student behaviour will be employed: • Non verbal corrective methods - eg teacher glance, raised eyebrow, proximity control. • Verbal correction - eg teacher names student, restates the relevant, desired behaviour, asks the student what they are doing, asks the student what they should be doing. • Immediate action - eg relocating the student’s position in the classroom or playground. • Isolation of the disobedient student - sending them for a time to a withdrawal area within the classroom; to the room of a colleague; to Administration. • Withdrawal of privileges - eg use of sports equipment; partial loss of recess or lunch time. • Consequential Community Care - eg cleaning activities in the classroom, around the grounds. • Demerit - issued to students for minor offences and accumulating towards a detention. • Detention – 20 minutes at lunch, where students sit quietly under the supervision of a nominated teacher. • Behaviour monitoring: Students who persist with inappropriate behaviour may be placed on a behaviour sheet for a period of one or two weeks. • Afternoon detention, currently held from 3.30 - 4.30pm on Wednesdays. This is a serious matter involving inconvenience for a number of people, so is arranged via the Head of School who ensures that adequate notice is given to parents and student. • Further poor behaviour will lead to a student being the subject of a disciplinary interview, involving parents, the Year Advisor and as appropriate, Head of School or the Principal. • In-school suspension - with the Principal’s (or Head of School’s) and the parents’ knowledge, the student attends school for the agreed period of time but is withdrawn all day long from normal school activities. The student works separated from their usual social contact in class and in recreation time. • Suspension - through the Principal, the parents and student are told that the child is not to attend school for a period of time. The student is re-admitted on a probation basis. • Expulsion - the parents of the child are told by the College Board that, on the recommendation of the Principal, their child is to be removed from the College community.
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Anti Bullying Policy
(In summary - full Policy on Website)
Introduction
The Anti-Bullying policy of Green Point Christian College is an essential aspect of student welfare and pastoral care with the College and augments the College’s Behaviour Management and Code of Conduct policies. This policy is intended to provide students, staff and parents with appropriate mechanisms to address the issue of bullying. Green Point Christian College does not tolerate bullying in any form.
Rationale
As a Christian school our God given mandate is to create an environment that develops an ethos of care and encouragement and an environment where all students and staff feel safe. One in which their right to be respected and treated as individuals is to be protected. The purpose of this policy is to promote consistency of approach and to create a climate in which all types of bullying are regarded as unacceptable. It is to provide a structure and strategies by which students, who believe they are bullied, are counseled sensitively and effectively. It is also to provide structure and strategies by which students that are identified as bullies are dealt with promptly and the outcomes achieved are in the best interests of the student and the College.
Aims of the Anti-Bullying Policy • To promote a secure and happy environment free from threat, harassment and any type of bullying behaviour. • To take positive action to prevent bullying from occurring through a clear College policy. • To show commitment to overcoming bullying by practising zero tolerance. • To inform pupils and parents of the College’s expectation and to foster a productive partnership which helps to maintain a bully free environment.
• To make staff aware of their role in fostering an environment of care and develop in them an appropriate knowledge and attitudes which will assist to achieve the above aims.
Biblical Guidelines
At Green Point Christian College we follow the guidelines that are laid out to us in the Bible: 1.
Bullying is never acceptable behaviour and will not be tolerated. Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, brawling and slander along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other. Ephesians 4:31
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The Bible tells us that each member of Green Point Christian College is made in the image of God and that we are His precious creation, which we need to honour. Let us make man in our image, in our likeness. Genesis 1:26 But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God. 1 Peter 2:9
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Therefore all students, parents and teachers have the right to feel and be safe going to and from school as well as in the playground and classroom. Live in harmony with one another, be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble, do not repay evil for evil or insult with insult, but with blessing because to this you were called so that you would inherit a blessing. 1 Peter 3:15
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Each member of the school community has a responsibility of assuring the safety of other members of the community.
Definition of Bullying
The following definition of bullying reflects the position of the College: Bullying is when someone or a group of people with more power repeatedly and intentionally causes hurt or harm to another person or group of people who feel helpless to respond. Bullying can continue over time, is often hidden from adults and will probably continue if no action is taken. The key features of bullying are that it, causes hurt and distress, is repeated and involves the use of power in an unfair way. Bullying isn’t: • Single episodes of social rejection or dislike or • Single episode acts of nastiness or spite • Random acts of aggression or intimidation • Mutual arguments, disagreements or fights. 16
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A helpful resource is “The National Centre Against Bullying” http://www.ncab.org.au/ This policy specifically deals with bullying amongst students, but the College recognises that bullying may occur at all levels and in all relationships.
Forms of Bullying 1. Physical Bullying - Includes hitting, kicking, rude gestures, extortion, pushing and shoving, taking or damaging belongings, ie any form of physical behaviour that hurts others or their property. 2. Verbal Bullying - Name-calling, insulting, repeated teasing, racist remarks, threatening, sexual harassment and any other form of verbal behaviour designed to hurt another. 3. Social (Covert) Bullying – Includes spreading lies, slander, rumours, playing nasty jokes, mimicking, excluding someone from the group, isolating someone and isolating others by preventing others from befriending them. Damaging a person’s social reputation or social acceptance. 4. Psychological Bullying - Includes threatening, manipulative and stalking behaviours. 5. Cyber Bullying – Cyber bullying is causing hurt via modern technologies such as the Internet and other forms of social media and through the use of smart phones and other mobile devices. Examples of Cyber Bullying: • Sending hateful or threatening comments or pictures via MSN, mobile phone or the Internet and by social networking sites such as MySpace and Facebook. • Using modern technologies to engage in the social exclusion of someone. • Posting rude, explicit or embarrassing messages or pictures about someone on the Net. • Stealing someone’s identity in order to harm them in some way. • Putting pressure on a person to send revealing or compromising pictures of themselves. • Covertly filming, recording or taking a picture of someone and posting the images on the Net to cause hurt. • ‘Outing’ and disseminating confidential information about someone. • ‘Flaming’ and multi-messaging to clog up a person’s electronic system and to cause them distress. • Using aliases and pseudonyms in chat rooms and on social networking sites in order to harass and upset. • Engaging in cyber-stalking and the invading of privacy. • Sexting - Another expression of cyber bullying is sexting. Sexting is taking sexually explicit photos and making them available for others to see via a carriage service such as mobile phone or computer. Sending explicit images of anyone, including yourself, is a crime if you are under the age of 18 years. If the person in the picture is under 16 years, it can be a very serious crime resulting in charges of paedophilia.
What Can Parents Do To Help The Child Who Is Being Bullied At School? What are the signs? How to identify if your child is being bullied.
Your child’s behaviour can change for a variety of reasons. However, the following signs could indicate your child is being bullied:
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Not wanting to go to school or participate in school activities Does not appear to have friends Is missing belongings Has torn clothing Seems to have become fearful and anxious Has more mood swings and seems to be crying more Seems to have a drop in academic performance Has poorer physical health and changes in sleep habits Has increased negative self-perception.
The signs of possible cyber bullying can be the same as signs of other bullying, but include certain behaviour with phones and computers, for example:
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Being hesitant about going online Seeming nervous when an instant message, text message or email appears Being visibly upset after using the computer or mobile phone, or suddenly avoiding it Minimising the computer screen, or hiding the mobile phone when you enter the room Spending unusually long hours online in a more tense, pensive tone Receiving suspicious phone calls, emails or packages Withdrawing from friends, falling behind in schoolwork, or avoiding school 17
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What you can do. If your child is Bullied you need to:
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Work with the College to support your child Contact the College not the other child’s parents Report the incidents even if your child does not want this Tell your child that bullying is wrong They have the right to attend school without fear and the problem is unlikely to stop without adult intervention Do not advise your child to fight with the other child Help your child learn to stand up against bullying behaviour Use the Internet and books and ask the College for resources to support your child Schools must follow privacy laws and may not be able to tell you everything that has taken place, especially about any other children involved. These laws also keep you and your child’s information private too.
http://www.bullyingnoway.gov.au/index.html If your child Bullies another student you need to:
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Discuss with your child why they might be behaving this way Sometimes a student who bullies other children in one situation may themselves be bullied in another Try to understand why they may be behaving in this way Think about any issues or problems your child might be experiencing
The College takes a proactive approach to bullying by ensuring an environment in which bullying does not occur. Whilst not wanting to distinguish levels of bullying, the College recognises that physical bullying is different to verbal and psychological bullying. The College’s reactive response to bullying therefore is twofold: Physical Bullying:
• The bullying student and the victim are immediately taken by whoever is in authority to the office. A record of the incident is made.
• One of the following staff members (Year Advisor, Home teacher, Head of School or Counsellor) interviews the students to establish what happened. They advise the bullying student/s that there is no justification for his/her actions.
• Dependant on the severity of the incident, if necessary through consultation with the Principal or Head of School, the • • •
student may be excluded from the College (or its general routine) until an interview is conducted with the parents/ guardians. At the interview with parents/guardians it is made clear that the student must modify their behaviour or leave, as the College has to be a safe place (see further “Response to Bully”). The student may be placed on a contract (please also refer to Green Point Christian College Behaviour Management Policy): further defaults may mean he/she is asked to leave the College. The victim is followed-up by the appropriate Year Advisor, Home Teacher, Head of School and or the College Counsellor. Records of interviews are kept in written or in digital form (eg. School Pro)
For Verbal or Psychological Bullying:
• Class Teacher/Home Teacher/Teacher on Duty/Year Advisor – deal with incident as it occurs and reports the incident. • The staff member involved notifies the Year Advisor or Coordinator. The School Counsellor is also notified if deemed necessary.
• Repeat offenders should be referred to the relevant Head of School and an interview is conducted with parents/ guardians.
• At the interview with parents/guardians it is made clear that the student must modify their behaviour or leave, as the College has to be a safe place (see further “Response to Bully”).
• The student may be placed on a contract: (please also refer to GPCC Behaviour Management Policy) further defaults may mean he/she is asked to leave.
• Depending on the circumstances the victim and or bully/ies may be followed-up by the College Counsellor.
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LIST OF STATIONERY AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS ALL STUDENTS IN YEAR 7 WILL REQUIRE: Eraser 1GB Memory Stick (or larger) Glue Sticks Red & Blue Biro Dictionary (Macquarie Pocket recommended) Thesaurus Ruler marked in mm Coloured Pencils Apple MacBook Air ** NIV Bible 2 x HB Pencils Scissors When buying A4 bound books – please be careful not to buy lecture pads instead as pages will fall out. Please have binder books and folders labelled with name and books covered. A school diary will be issued at no charge - if lost or damaged - Cost $8.50 PLEASE NOTE: Subject Levies are noted against those subject which attract an extra charge. All Levies shown are approximate only and confirmed fees will appear on your School Fee Statement. ** The College runs a program called @GPCC which is an initiative using Apple MacBook Air devices for Years 7-10. Information about the @GPCC program is available via the College Intranet and also through the ‘School Life’ menu on the Website.
YEAR 7 SUBJECT
96 Page Binder Booklet with pre ruled lines and margins suitable for A4 folder
20 sleeve display folder
No
No
ENGLISH
Yes x 2
Yes
HSIE
Yes x 2
Yes
Ruler, coloured pencils, glue, calculator
LANGUAGES
Yes
Yes
2 x Whiteboard Markers (black and/or blue)
LEARNING FOR LIFE
Yes
Yes
MATHEMATICS
No
No
1 x 128 page A4 Grid Book - avail. from Maths Dept (approx. $2) 1 x Ruler & Geometry Set (Compass, 450 Setsquare, 300/60o Setsqure, Protractor) 1 x Scientific Calculator (**Students will be instructed to buy the calculator later in the year)
MUSIC Levy = $25 per year
No
Yes
1 x 96 page exercise book with manuscript pages in middle
PDHPE Levy = $30 per year
Yes
No
SCIENCE
No
No
No books needed
Computers
No
Yes
1Gb Memory Stick
Food
No
Yes
Tea Towel Apron & Beret from Uniform Shop Place-mat, serviette, simple table decoration
No
No
Students will be provided with a Visual Art Process Diary
BIBLICAL STUDIES
Other requirements
Booklets will be provided
TECHNOLOGY Levy = $38 per year
VISUAL ART Levy = $25 per year
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General Uniform Information GPCC is committed to maintaining an environment where students recognise that they are valued and unique individuals, but are also integral members of a community. Within this environment, students are encouraged to develop their individual talents and gifts and to explore how to use these gifts in the growth of the community as a whole. One of the ways that students demonstrate their commitment to the College community is by the wearing of a uniform. It is a visible reminder of the connection and commitment to the vision and values of GPCC. Benefits of wearing a uniform: • • • •
It provides a common standard of appropriate dress that reduces the opportunity for superficial comparisons to be made. It provides a standard of appropriate dress that is modest but functional, therefore removing the opportunity for others to be negatively impacted eg some clothing items highlight the human body in a sexual way, or may contain offensive slogans or pictures. Provides students with a tangible and positive symbol that they belong to our school community. Assists the students in their roles as ambassadors of the College, whether in or out of school
Students are expected to be in formal uniform each day and are to be wearing it appropriately without modifications. Students are permitted to wear their Sports uniform on days where they are involved in: • • •
Practical PDHPE classes Drama classes Days they may have a lunch time sport training
Students who have non school sports training after school are expected to wear their formal uniform and make provisions to change into appropriate clothing after school. NEW UNIFORM There will be a slight change in uniform for the Secondary School with a phase-in period of a year. Therefore in 2015 there will be an opportunity to buy the existing uniform at a greatly reduced price. PROCEDURE FOR DEALING WITH UNIFORM ISSUES Students who present to school with incorrect uniform may be issued with a demerit from a teaching staff member. Usually uniform will be check at the start of the day in Devotions. Should a student have a situation where the uniform cannot be worn, then a parental note should be provided in the diary on the day with an explanation and timeframe. This note can be shown to staff members who question the student about their uniform. When a uniform item cannot be worn for an extended period then a letter should be forwarded to the Year Adviser.
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GPCC Uniform Shop Green Point Christian College runs a Uniform Shop here on the Campus. New students need to make a booking for a Uniform fitting. Bookings may be made at Orientation Day or through Reception. PLEASE NOTE: NORMAL TRADING HOURS ARE: EVERY DAY 8.30AM – 11.00AM EXCEPT WEDNESDAYS (DURING SCHOOL TERM TIME) AFTERNOONS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
If you are unable to get to the Uniform Shop during normal hours there are other ways to access the Shop. You may telephone an order to the Shop to be left at Reception for payment and collection or email your order to uniform@ gpcc.nsw.edu.au. Or children may hand in an order to the Canteen with payment, this will be processed as soon as possible and sent to the child’s classroom. Credit Card payments over the phone will be accepted subject to Bank approval. Note: There are some second hand items for sale. Uniform fittings will be held in Term 4. Uniform items will be available for purchase at the time of your fitting appointment. If payment is a problem on the day of your fitting , an arrangement can be made to hold it for you, please enquire at the Uniform Shop. The Shop accepts cash, cheque and credit/eftpos. Aside from scheduled fitting weeks, the shop will be open for normal hours. Fittings at the end of this year will be available for two weeks from November 10-21 in the following format: 2014 November Fittings: Monday - Friday November 10-21: Monday-Friday 8:30-9:30am /3:00-4:00pm 2015 - January Opening Times (subject to change - please refer to the College Website): Monday - Wednesday January 19-21: 9am to 3pm (Closed for lunch 12.30 to 1.15pm) Thursday January 22: 1pm to 5pm Friday January 23: 9am to 3pm (Closed for lunch 12.30 to 1.15pm) Monday January 26: CLOSED FOR PUBLIC HOLIDAY Tuesday January 27 onwards: Normal Uniform Shop hours/days Students who will require an appointment are: New students and students going into Year 7. If you only require a few things and know the sizes, you do not need to make an appointment and may make purchases in the usual way except during fitting weeks. It is up to every parent to make an appointment through the College Office for a fitting. Please also be aware that the Uniform Shop sells iron-on, personalised clothing labels. These are sold at $4.50 per 15 labels and can be purchased and supplied at the time of your fitting. Every family is encouraged to utilise this service as lost property is difficult to return without a clear name and telephone number.
It is important to note that Uniform items are to be bought from the College Uniform Shop only
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Year 7 - 2015 Uniform Requirements Year 7 Girls Summer and Winter Summer/Winter Skirt # Red and grey checked skirt, (to be 2cm above knee when kneeling) or New Skirt Taupe Skirt (to be 2cm above knee when kneeling) Blouse # White short sleeve blouse with red beak style tab or New Blouse White short sleeve blouse with red piping Jacket Red/black micro-fibre jacket with logo Jumper Red wool blend jumper with embroidered logo Cardigan Black cardigan with logo (optional) Hat GPCC Hat: Choice of Dress hat, Bucket hat, Sports cap Socks Short white anklet socks to be worn above the ankle Stockings Black opaque stockings (70+ Denier) Shoes Black low profile polishable leather shoes, fully enclosing and protecting the foot Hair Shoulder length hair must be fully tied back. Students’ hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style. Hair accessories should be simple such as hair elastics, bobby pins or ribbons and should only be red, black or white in colour. Bag Black school bag with logo
Sport Shirt Red cotton-backed polo shirt with white panels and school logo Shorts Unisex black cotton backed mesh shorts with red GPCC logo Socks White sport socks – no stripes Cap GPCC Hat: Choice of Bucket hat, Sports Cap Shoes Predominantly white or muted in colour (not fluoro or black, not Volley’s or skate shoes) Jacket Red/black micro-fibre jacket with logo Track Pants Black micro-fibre track pants Make-up No make-up is to be worn
Jewellery Girls in Years 7-8 are limited to one set of either gold or silver studs or sleepers worn in the ear lobe, and a watch. Girls who choose to have other visible body piercing need to be able to remove any studs etc during school time.
Please note: There is a new skirt, blouse and cardigan being phased in over the next year. The uniform
items marked with # will be phased out at the end of 2015 and are being sold at a heavily discounted price.
It is Important to note that uniform items are to be bought from the College Uniform Shop to ensure they meet uniform requirements.
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Year 7 - 2015 Uniform Requirements Year 7 Boys Summer and Winter
Summer/Winter Shirt # White short sleeve shirt with single pocket on LHS with logo embroidered on pocket (may be untucked during summer uniform period) or New Shirt Shorts # School grey shorts with belt loops. Not corduroy, cotton or designer label. or Pants # Long pants – school grey. Not corduroy, cotton or designer label Belt Dress belt, black leather or leather substitute - no logos Jumper Red wool blend jumper with embroidered logo Jacket Red/black micro-fibre jacket with logo Tie Red tie with logo Hat GPCC Hat: Choice of Dress hat, Bucket hat, Sports cap Socks Short grey socks with red and white stripes # - only to be worn with the grey shorts or long pants Black socks should be worn with taupe shorts or long pants Shoes Black low profile polishable leather shoes, fully enclosing and protecting the foot. Hair Long hair must be tied back. Student’s hair must be of a neat and tidy appearance and should not draw attention to themselves in colour, cut or style. Bag Black school bag with logo
Sport Shirt Red cotton-backed polo shirt with white panels and school logo Shorts Unisex black cotton backed mesh shorts with red GPCC logo Socks White sport socks – no stripes Cap GPCC Hat: Choice of Bucket hat, Sports Cap Shoes Predominantly white or muted in colour (not fluoro or black, not Volleys or skate shoes) Jacket Red/black micro-fibre jacket with logo Track Pants Black micro-fibre track pants
Jewellery Boys in Years 7 – 8 should not wear jewellery except for a watch. Boys who choose to have visible body piercing need to be able to remove any studs etc during school time.
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UNIFORM PRICE LIST Year 7
*Discontinued Years 7 and 8 uniform valid until end of Term 4, 2015* DESCRIPTION GIRLS
PRICE
SECONDARY ALL SEASON BLOUSE WITH TAB (SIZES: 8 - 24) *Reduced*
15.00
SECONDARY BLOUSE WITH LOGO with Red piping Years 7-10 (new)
28.00
SECONDARY SKIRT - CHECKED (SIZES: 8,10,12,14,16,18, 20) *Reduced*
25.00
SECONDARY TAUPE SKIRT WITH LOGO Years 7 -12 (new for Yrs 7-8)
55.00
BLACK CARDIGAN WITH LOGO – Optional layer for Years 7-12 (new)
39.00
MICROFIBRE STOCKINGS 70 DENIER (SIZES: SM, AVG, TALL, EX-TALL)
9.00
NATASHA DRESS HAT ** 55CM, 56CM, 57CM, 58CM, 59CM, 60CM
55.00
HAIR ACCESSORIES (Clips, elastics, ribbon bows, hairbands) BOYS
SECONDARY CASUAL SHIRT WITH LOGO (SIZES:8,10,12,14,16,18,20,22) *Reduced*
15.00
SECONDARY SHORT SLEEVE WHITE SHIRT (SIZES:12,14,16,18,20,22,24,26,28) (new)
20.00
SECONDARY CASUAL SHORTS (SIZES: 62,67,72,77,82,87,92,97,102,107cm) *Reduced*
20.00
SECONDARY TAUPE SHORTS – Years 7-10 only (new)
40.00
SECONDARY LONG PANTS WITH LOGO AND BELT (SIZE:12-18 AND MENS)
55.00
SOCKS - GREY RED/WHITE STRIPE (SIZES: 2-8, 8-11, 11-14) *ONLY WITH GREY SHORTS
UNISEX
4.50
7.00
SECONDARY/SENIOR LEATHER BELT (70,75,80,85,90,95,100,105,110CM)
10.00
AUSSIE MATE DRESS HAT **
40.00
SECONDARY RED TIE WITH CREST (50”, 54”, 58”) YEARS 7-10 (new)
20.00
MICROFIBRE MULTI PURPOSE JACKET (YOUTH 12C,14Y,XS,)
60.00
MICROFIBRE MULTI PURPOSE JACKET (ADULT SM ,M,L,XL,2XL,3XL)
67.00
MICROFIBRE TRACK PANTS (YOUTH 12C,14Y,XS)
40.00
MICROFIBRE TRACK PANTS (ADULT SM - XXXLGE)
40.00
MESH SPORTS SHORTS (SIZES: ADULTS 12,14,16,18,20,22, 24)
28.00
POLO SPORTS SHIRT (SIZES: ADULT 12,14,16,18,20,22, 24,26)
28.00
SPORTS CAP WITH LOGO ** (ONE SIZE)
15.00
WOOL BLEND JUMPER WITH LOGO (SIZES: 10,12,14,16)
65.00
WOOL BLEND JUMPER WITH LOGO (SIZES: 18,20, 22)
65.00
WOOL BLEND JUMPER WITH LOGO (SIZES: 24, 26,28)
65.00
HOME SCIENCE BERET (YEAR 7 & 8 STUDENTS)
4.00
HOME SCIENCE APRON (YEAR 7 & 8 STUDENTS)
13.00
HOME SCIENCE TEA TOWEL (YEAR 7 & 8 STUDENTS) SCHOOL BAG WITH LOGO (SUPPORT BAG - MEDIUM AND LARGE – HIGH SCHOOL) SECONDARY GIRLS AND BOYS BLAZER (Optional 7-10, Compulsory 11-12)
3.00 65.00 160.00
** Note: The dress hats are optional but every student must have a GPCC hat at school every day. This can be the dress hat, sports cap or bucket hat. PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 2014 Returns policy Items may be returned for exchange or refund. Please supply the original receipt and ensure that the items are refolded and packaged in the original packaging with any swing tags still attached. Second-hand Items The Shop stocks a small range of second-hand items for sale for a nominal charge. Please enquire. All donations gratefully accepted. PLEASE NOTE:
Uniform Shop open every day except Wednesdays 8.30am to 11am DURING SCHOOL TERM TIME AFTERNOONS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Alternate ways to make purchases: 1. Write items on a lunch order bag, enclose cash or cheque and lodge through canteen. 2. Lodge order and payment through reception. 3. Phone order to Uniform Shop and pay by credit card. 4. Email
[email protected] Always include your child’s name and year for delivery. Credit card slips and a receipt are always issued.
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