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The awarding of external credentials such as the Record of School Achievement (RoSA) and the Higher School Certificate (HSC) is a worthy goal for students from Years 10 through 12.

These credentials can be used as a means of accessing post-school training and other career opportunities. It is for these reasons, and to maintain the integrity of the system, that National Educational Standards & Assessment (NESA) has put in place for all schools – State and Catholic and Independent – strict guidelines regarding students’ satisfactory completion of courses. If a student is not meeting the requirements they are given what is termed a Non Award Warning (or N Award). A copy is also posted home, which outlines, 1. any issues of concern or outstanding work, and, 2. a date by which students should redeem the outcomes of the missed work.

The community’s confidence in valuable school-based credentials (RoSA and HSC) can only be maintained if high standards are consistently and equally applied to all students, regardless of their school. The N Warning system is therefore explained to students in detail. We are also aware that parents may appreciate some clarifying points in relation to this system:

• NESA requires two warnings for a student in order for an N Determination to be made by the Principal at the end of a course.
• A warning is not issued for disciplinary reasons. It is not intended as a ‘stain’ on a student’s character or record.  Simply, it is a concern that the student is not meeting course outcomes and that he/she may be in danger of not satisfactorily meeting Course requirements.
• A warning is not issued for work that may be below the standard of which a student is capable. Teachers apply a grading system (A – E) associated with benchmarked standards to individual student work. It is, however, unfortunate if a student’s credential does not represent a level commensurate with their ability.
• A warning is typically given if a student does not submit, or is absent for, an assessment task, and/or, has not demonstrated sustained diligence and application in class.
• A student may not be showing sustained diligence and application for reasons such as disengagement in class activities, not completing required class or homework and/or not making a serious effort to achieve outcomes. A teacher will make this assessment over a period of weeks.
• An N Warning can also be issued for a non-serious attempt (e.g. a frivolous or inappropriate response).
• A student will be awarded zero if they do not submit or are absent for an assessment task.
• Extensions are usually not granted for tasks. Legitimate misadventure is only granted, for example, if a student has a doctor’s certificate and this has been presented to a Head Teacher at the time of or immediately following the missed task. If approved, the Head Teacher will arrange an alternative assessment.
• A zero mark for a significant assessment task (see booklet/grid) may have an impact on a student’s rank order and overall grade awarded at the end of the course.
• Redeeming a task (e.g. submitting after it was due) is required by NESA as evidence that a student has satisfied the requirements of a course.
• Redeeming a task supports ongoing learning and demonstrates that a student can achieve the intended outcomes.
• Redeeming a task does not, however, withdraw or rescind the warning, or credit the student with marks above zero if thewarning is for a missed assessment task.
• Students may appeal if they believe the appropriate process has not been followed. They cannot, however, appeal on the basis of a disputed mark.  The ppeal process is outlined in their Assessment Booklet.
• Teachers do their best to avoid an N Determination for any student. hence, warnings are given. Unfortunately, N Determinations are occasionally made due to a student’s unwillingness to comply with the requirements outlined above. This upholds the currency of, and faith in, the system for all students.

Engadine High School Behaviour Support and Management Plan

Overview

Engadine High School is committed to explicitly teaching and modelling positive behaviour and to supporting all students to be engaged with their learning.

Promoting and reinforcing positive student behaviour and school-wide expectations

At Engadine High School, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment for all of our students. Our school-wide rules and expectations are designed to cultivate a positive and supportive atmosphere that allows every student to thrive academically and personally.

Our behavioural management approach is founded on the principles of rewarding positive behaviour and offering support to those who may need it. We firmly believe in the power of shared values, mutual respect, and inclusivity to create a strong sense of community within our school. It is underpinned with our core beliefs of Respect, Safety and Engagement.

The policy and procedures outlined in this document applies to student behaviour:

●  At school

●  On the way to and from school

●  On school endorsed activities that are off site

●  Outside school hours and off school premises where there is a clear and close connection between the school and the students’ conduct

●  if the students conduct significantly affects, or is likely to significantly  affects, or is likely to significantly affect, the health, learning and safety of students or staff

●  When using social networking sites, mobile devices and/or other technology involving another student or departmental staff member for school related business

We expect our students to:

Show Respect: We expect students to demonstrate respect for their peers and staff. This means treating others with kindness, empathy, and courtesy at all times.

Respect Property: Treating school property and the belongings of others with care and consideration is a fundamental part of fostering a responsible and respectful school community.

Respect Resources: Our school values the resources available to our students, and we expect them to do the same. Wastefulness and neglect are not conducive to our shared learning environment.

Respect the Learning Environment and Safety of Others: Ensuring that the classroom and school grounds are safe and conducive to learning is a collective responsibility. Every student is expected to contribute to this by maintaining a safe and respectful atmosphere.

Respect People's Right to Safety: Students have the right to feel safe in the classroom, on the playground, and online. Engadine High School is committed to providing an environment free from bullying, harassment, or any form of harm.

Adherence to School Policies: Engadine High School has specific policies related to Behaviour, Homework, Assessment, Technology, Uniform, and Attendance. Students are expected to adhere to these policies.

Engage in learning: We encourage students to engage actively in their learning by participating in class discussions, asking questions, and collaborating with their peers. Being attentive, curious, and open-minded fosters a positive and enriching educational experience for everyone.

Show pride in our School and the community: Displaying pride in our school and community involves taking responsibility for our environment. Students are encouraged to contribute positively to both the school and the broader community, respecting shared spaces and promoting a sense of unity and belonging. This pride extends to upholding the reputation of our school with dignity and respect.

Engadine high School has zero tolerance for:

Illegal Substances: The use, possession, or distribution of illegal substances is strictly prohibited within the school premises.

Harmful Comments, Bullying,  Intimidation and vilification : Derogatory comments and intimidation of any form, whether based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, culture, ability, or any other characteristic, are not allowed. Our school values mutual respect and acceptance.

Abuse and Disruptive Behaviour: Engadine High School is committed to providing a positive learning environment. Any form of abuse or disruptive behaviour, including interrupting the teaching and learning of staff or fellow students, is not tolerated.

Damage or Theft of School and Personal Property: Any act involving the intentional damage or theft of school property, including classrooms, facilities, or equipment, is strictly prohibited. Additionally, students are expected to respect the personal belongings of their peers, staff, and visitors. Engaging in theft or vandalism, whether within the school premises or during school-related activities is never tolerated.

By adhering to these rules, expectations, and policies, students at Engadine High School not only help maintain a positive and respectful learning environment but also develop into responsible and conscientious members of society. Together, we create a culture of learning, inclusivity, and respect that prepares our students for success in both their academic and personal lives.

Engadine High School uses the following strategies and systems to explicitly teach, recognise and reinforce positive student behaviour and behavioural expectations:

Engadine High School employs a multi-faceted approach to explicitly teach, recognise, and reinforce positive student behaviour and behavioural expectations. This approach is designed to guide students through a stepped process of behaviour management, with interventions tailored to the severity of the behaviour. The following diagram outlines the school's behaviour management system:

(Note: For severe behaviours that pose an immediate threat or harm to the safety and wellbeing of  others, the process may escalate more quickly.)

●       Throughout this process, Engadine High School aims to keep parents informed at each stage.

●       Students may also be subject to detention and reflection throughout any stage of this process to support them in making positive choices in the future.

●       Students may be referred to the school’s Wellbeing or Learning Support team to help support the student.

●       Students may lose the opportunity to represent the school or participate in extracurricular activities..

Additionally, positive behaviour, effort, and achievements are recognised and rewarded through various school initiatives, including the robust school merit system, achievement assemblies, school assemblies, year assemblies, presentation night, social media, excursions and constant contact with carers and the community.

Behaviour Code for Students

▪ The Behaviour Code for Students can be found at: https://education.nsw.gov.au/policy-library/policies/pd-2006-0316/pd-2006-0316-01. (also available on page 14 of this document.)

▪ High expectations for student behaviour are established and maintained through effective role modelling, explicit teaching, and planned responses.

Detention, reflection and restorative practices

Detention and timeout are planned interventions to allow students opportunities to reflect on and regulate emotions and behaviour.

Detention reasons - subject, but not limited to:

Monday Detention:

● Failure to attend Tuesday detention

● Bullying and harassment

● Aggression

● Disrespect to a staff member

● Failure to satisfactorily complete a Head Teacher monitoring card

● Fractional or whole day truancy

● Vandalism and property damage

● Behaviours of concern within the community

Tuesday Detention:

● Breach of Mobile Phone and Smart Device Policy

● Breach of the School Uniform Policy

● Breach school Homework and Assessment Policy

● Persistent disobedience in class

● Persistent late arrival to school

● Failure to satisfactorily complete a classroom monitoring card

● Failure to attend

▪ Formal Caution to Suspend

To maintain high standards of student behaviour, schools should communicate regularly to the school community the expectations articulated in the department’s Behaviour Code for Students and the school behaviour support and management plan.

There may be circumstances where an individual student’s behaviour is of such concern that formal communication with parents or carers will be required.

If such behaviour persists, the principal can issue a formal caution of suspension, in writing, to the parents or carers.

The purpose of the formal caution is for the student and their parents or carers to understand the impact of the student’s behaviour or behaviours of concern and to engage them in positive behaviour supports and strategies.

A formal caution is valid for up to 50 school days from the date the caution is issued. Formal cautions should not be carried over into the next calendar year unless consultation has occurred with the Director, Educational Leadership.

There will be circumstances where a principal may determine that a student must be suspended without first issuing a formal caution to suspend due to immediate and significant risks to students or staff, or unacceptable risks posed to teaching and learning, that cannot be mitigated with the student at school.

● A formal caution to suspend must:

● Be in writing, via email or post, on school letterhead

● Be provided to the student and their parents or carers

● Outline the behaviour/s of concern

● Provide clear behavioural expectations for the student consistent with the Behaviour Code for Students

● Clearly outline the timeframe/expiry date for the formal caution

● Highlight the importance of parents or carers in working with the school when managing student behaviour

● Provide parents or carers the opportunity to meet with appropriate school staff

● Advise that the student and parent or carer has the right to a support person in any meeting with the school

● Outline the positive behaviour support and strategies in place as a result of the unacceptable behaviour

● Indicate if the caution applies to more than one educational setting

● Be documented on the department’s in-house data system or approved third-party system.

For students attending special programs such as those offered by tutorial centres, behaviour schools and hospital schools that may involve attending their home school for part of the week, formal cautions automatically apply to both settings. If warranted, this can be negotiated between the principal of the home school and the principal supervising the special program and should occur as soon as possible before a formal caution is issued.

Suspension

There will be cases of unacceptable behaviour where a student may need to be removed from the school for a period of time. Suspension is an action available to the principal in these situations.

The purpose of the suspension is to allow the school to implement appropriate supports during the student’s absence to address the student’s complex and challenging behaviour or behaviours. This is to ensure a successful return to school, and mitigate any unacceptable risks posed to teaching and learning, and the health, safety and wellbeing of staff and/or students.

Grounds for suspension

Principals can use suspension as a behaviour management intervention when a behaviour or behaviours of concern pose an unacceptable risk to others or to teaching and learning. When assessing grounds for suspension, principals should consider the diverse learning and wellbeing needs of students, including developmental age, trauma, child protection concerns, cultural considerations, disability and individual needs and circumstances.

Principals can suspend a student engaging in behaviour or behaviours of concern on grounds that could include but are not limited to:

● continued/persistent disobedience and/or disruptive behaviour

● malicious damage to or theft of property

● verbal abuse

● bullying and cyberbullying

● misuse of technology

● discrimination, including that based on sex, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Due to the immediate and/or significant risk of harm to students or staff, it is important principals consider issuing an immediate suspension to any student who engages in serious behaviour or behaviours of concern that could include but are not limited to:

● being in possession of, uses or supplies tobacco, vaping devices, alcohol and e-cigarettes

● being in possession of, uses or supplies a suspected illegal/restricted substance

● being in possession of, or using weapons including knives (excluding Kirpans, in line with guidance set out in Legal Issues Bulletin 22 – Knives in schools) and firearms

● using an implement as a weapon

● seriously threatening or engaging in physically violent behaviour

● engaging in serious criminal behaviour related to the school

● engaging in sexual harassment, sexual assault or other sexualised behaviour that may pose a risk of or has caused physical, psychological or emotional harm to others.

Returning from suspension

Upon the completion of a suspension period, Engadine High School mandates the attendance of both the student and their caregivers at a Return from Suspension meeting, emphasising collaboration for a smooth reintegration into the school environment. The school adopts a personalised approach, implementing a Behaviour Support Plan, overseen by a Deputy Principal, solely when required, to address underlying issues contributing to the suspension. This plan is documented in a Deputy Principal monitoring booklet, serving as a comprehensive record of the student's progress.

Depending on individual needs, the student may be directed to engage in counselling and learning support services to address behavioural and academic challenges. The process includes a student reflection on the incident, identification of strengths, addressing parent concerns, setting student goals, and identifying a support person within the school community. This comprehensive approach reflects Engadine High School's commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive environment while prioritising the well-being of the entire school community. It is the school's decision if a return to school is appropriate for a student at that point in time.

▪ Partnership with parents/carers

Engadine High School will partner with parents and carers in establishing expectations for parent engagement in developing and implementing student behaviour management strategies by regularly meeting and discussing policy changes with our Parents and Citizens committee, as well as providing important updates through the school email system.

We expect all carers and community members to adhere to the: School Community charter:

https://education.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/main-education/public-schools/going-to-a-public-school/media/documents/school-community-charter.pdf

School Anti-bullying Plan

https://engadine-h.schools.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/doe/sws/schools/e/engadine-h/download-box/Anti_bullying_2023_plan.pdf

Refer to the Bullying of Students – Prevention and Response Policy and Anti-bullying Plan.

Reviewing dates

Last review date: 27/10/2023

Next review date: 12/12/2025

Key principles

The Education Act 1990 provides the key principles that govern the enrolment of students in NSW Government schools.

https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/act/1990/8/full

Engadine High School recognises and follows the procedures outlined in policy Enrolment of Students in NSW Government Schools PD/2002/0006/V02

https://education.nsw.gov.au/policy-library/policies/enrolment-of-students-in-nsw-government-schools

A child is entitled to be enrolled at the government school that is designated for the intake area within which the child’s home is situated and that the child is eligible to attend (section 34.2).

Families can check if they reside within the intake are for Engadine High School by visiting the NSW Public School Finder website

https://my.education.nsw.gov.au/school-finder .

Families will be asked to complete the 100-point residential address check to verify that the student being presented for enrolment lives with the intake area. A list of approved documents for the residential address check is attached and available from the department’s website

https://education.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/main-education/public-schools/going-to-a-public-school/media/documents/Residential-address-check.pdf

In accordance with the Education Reform Act 1990 Engadine High School will ensure that every eligible local child will have a place, if he or she chooses to enrol.

An enrolment interview is required for applicants in Years 8-12 with the Deputy Principal to discuss the school’s values, educational philosophy, the student’s learning needs, student history, extra-curricular programs and school organistation. Student health care needs and learning support plans will also be discussed. An enrolment date will not be determined until consultation with the applicant’s previous school has been completed.

The enrolment of a child who is not entitled to be enrolled at the school may be terminated if the child was enrolled as a result of false information or a false document provided (section 34A.4).

Non-local applicants

Students residing outside of Engadine High School’s designated intake area may be considered for enrolment depending on available space in the year group and dependent upon the school’s enrolment cap and local enrolment buffer.

Selection for Engadine High School does not depend upon student ability, performance or achievement. Decisions regarding non-local offers of placement will be made across all criteria. No single criterion will guarantee automatic placement.

Non-local Selection Criteria

• Siblings currently attending Engadine High School
• Compassionate, medical or family circumstances
• Resources that Engadine High School can offer your child to further develop their existing skills and interests., in line with the values and ethos of Engadine High School.
• Proximity and access to school.

Engadine High School receives a large number of applications from non-local students, particularly for placement into Year 7. All non-local applicants will be considered for enrolment, only after local enrolments are confirmed. For Year 7 an Enrolment Panel will determine applications based on the above criteria. For other years the Principal or a nominee will determine applications.

An enrolment interview is required for applicants in Years 8-12 with the Deputy Principal to discuss the school’s values, educational philosophy, the student’s learning needs, student history, extra-curricular programs and school organisation. Student health care needs and learning support plans will also be discussed. An enrolment date will not be determined until consultation with the applicant’s previous school has been completed.

Appeals

Where a parent wishes to appeal against the decision of the Principal/Placement Panel, the appeal should be made in writing to the Principal. The school recognises that if the situation is not resolved at the local level, parents have a right of appeal to the School Education Director to make a determination. Such appeals would be successful only if the school has failed to follow its stated criteria, or has failed to observe any directions given in Enrolment of Students in NSW Government Schools PD/2002/0006/V02 https://education.nsw.gov.au/policy-library/policies/enrolment-of-students-in-nsw-government-schools

Part-time enrolment

Students are generally enrolled in the school on a full-time basis. In exceptional circumstances, however, part-time enrolments may occur. These circumstances might include:

• Students in Years 11 and 12 who choose the HSC Pathway Option to accumulate units towards their HSC over several years
• Students who undertake some of their studies external to the school

Students with medical conditions and extenuating circumstances enrolling in distance education. Refer Distance Education Enrolment Procedures https://education.nsw.gov.au/content/dam/main-education/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/media/documents/de-enrolproc.pdf

Engadine High School Support Unit

NSW Department of Education Miranda Office is responsible for determining all placements for the Engadine High School Support Unit, Ph. 9531 3900

Enrolment of non-Australian citizens

Non Australian students must hold a visa, and may be enrolled under conditions set out in the booklet Enrolment of non-Australian Citizens Procedures and eligibility.

https://policies.education.nsw.gov.au/policy-library/associated-documents/Enrolment-of-nonAustralian-citizens-procedures-and-eligibility-October-2016.pdf

Temporary residents may be enrolled for the period specified on the visa. International students studying in NSW may enrol their school aged dependents. Students on a Visitor Visa may enroll for a maximum of three months. Enrolments must be made through International Student Program (ISP) or Temporary Residents Program (TRP) on +61 1300 300 229.

DoE approved Student Exchange organisations Eg. Rotary Youth Exchange may also apply for enrolment as an exchange student.

The aim of this policy is to provide:

• a safe environment to learn without inappropriate mobile phone use or distractions.

• greater opportunities for social interaction and physical activity during recess and

lunchtimes.

Engadine High School supports the restrictions of mobile phones in accordance with the NSW Department of Education: Students’ Use of Mobile Phones in Schools policy. Mobile phone use in schools can impact student learning and wellbeing. Restricting mobile phone use at school aims to increase focus in classrooms, remove distractions and promote positive social interaction, while reducing the potential for online bullying. Engadine High School has strong teaching and learning practices to support students in the classroom using various forms of appropriate technology, which maximises the benefits and minimises the risks of digital environments and prepare students for life beyond school. We foster a safe learning environment which supports and enhances each child’s social and emotional health through our wellbeing and learning support teams.

Engadine High School has elected to use the following approach. All mobile phones will be ‘off and away’ for the full school day, including recess and lunch. This will mean that students will have a responsibility to turn off their phone and store it safely in their school bag for the course of the school day. This is an approved NSW Department of Education option and will limit unnecessary distractions and complement our ongoing approach to ensure every student maximises their learning and social growth in a safe and supportive environment.

Key Points:

Mobile phones and similar smart devices (smart watches, ear-pods, etc.) are not permitted at Engadine High School (this extends to extra-curricular activities inside and outside of school where the teacher/organiser deems this necessary)

Mobile phones and similar smart devices are not permitted to be used during class time, lunch and recess, transition times between learning periods (when moving from one class to the next, when accessing the canteen, the bathroom, when in sick bay, etc.)

The Principal may grant a ‘Principal’s Exemption’ in order to facilitate the use of mobile phones or smart devices for learning or wellbeing reasons, including Safety Card support strategies as recommended by external experts, project-based learning program time slots where a smart device facilitates the learning process, practical senior subjects where smart devices are used to record Major Work progress or facilitate sequences of learning.

Inappropriate mobile phone/device use results in the device being immediately confiscated and storied in the Office. The device can be collected at the end of the school day unless otherwise determined by Principal/Deputy Principal. Repeated infringements will result in further consequences.

1 Purpose and Rationale

1.1. The widespread ownership of mobile phones, including associated paraphernalia such as ear-pods and smart watches, among students requires that school administrators, teachers, students, and parents take steps to ensure that such mobile phones and smart devices are used responsibly at school. This Policy is designed to ensure that potential issues affecting learning and wellbeing involving mobile phones can be clearly identified and addressed.

1.2. Engadine High School accepts that parents may give their children mobile phones to communicate and possibly to protect them from everyday ‘risks’ involving personal security and safety. Parents may also be concerned about children travelling alone on public transport, commuting long distances to school and/or any health conditions.

1.3. Engadine High School has established this Policy for personal mobile phones and smart devices that provides teachers, students and parents guidelines and instructions for the expected appropriate use of this technology during school hours.

1.4. Students at Engadine High School are permitted to bring mobile phones and other smart devices to school, provided they comply with this policy. Mobile phones and Smart Devices are to be ‘Off and Away, All Day’.

1.5. Students at Engadine High School are not permitted to use personal mobile phones or other smart devices whilst on school grounds under any circumstances, without a ‘Principal’s Exemption’. This does not apply to devices (E.g. laptops or iPads) that students bring as part of the school’s BYOD policy, though these should be used at the classroom teacher’s discretion.

1.6. Phone use on school grounds is defined as the phone and/or device being visible, in use or found to be actively transmitting any information, including during bathroom visits.

1.7. Phones are not permitted for use as clocks, watches, calculators, alarms, timetables, cameras or for use at the canteen, under any circumstances in classrooms and learning environments.

1.8. Students, their parents and/or guardians are encouraged to read and familiarise themselves with this Policy if students intend to bring mobile phones and/or similar devices to school.

1.9. This Policy for mobile phones and similar devices also applies to students during sport, school excursions, camps, and extra-curricular activities, at the discretion of the Principal. (Unless otherwise stated by the teacher organising the Variation to Routine.

2. Responsibilities

2.1. Mobile phones are to be ‘off and away all day’ from the time students enter school grounds in the morning until they are in the designated bus line area or have left school grounds at the end of the day. This includes before school and at break times.

2.2. It is the responsibility of students who bring mobile phones and/or similar devices to school to abide by the guidelines outlined in Engadine High School’s Mobile Phone and Smart Devices Policy.

2.3. Parents should be aware if their child takes a mobile phone and/or smart device (or like technology) to school. They are not permitted to use this device in on school grounds, without the permission of the Principal.

2.4. Engadine High School will support students to use their mobile phones and smart devices in a safe and responsible way. Each year, time will be allocated to communicate to all students about expected behaviours regarding mobile phone. This will include digital citizenship education about safe and ethical use of mobile phones and social media.

2.5 Purchasing at the canteen - Students will be required to use a card/cash to pay for purchases at the canteen. Phones are not to be used for purchases.

3. Acceptable Uses of Mobile Phones and Smart Devices at School

3.1. Using mobile phones and smart devices responsibly at school:

3.1.1. Mobile phones or smart devices must not be used on school grounds and in learning environments without a ‘Principal’s Exemption’. An exemption will be considered and awarded in exceptional circumstances for whole classes or individual students. This also includes while engaged in other school activities, such as use of the bathroom, assembly, excursions, or sport (note – this permission would only occur in direct consultation with parents/carers with extenuating circumstances).

3.1.3. Mobile phones or smart devices must not be used whilst on school grounds – this includes, Office Duty, bathroom breaks, sport, excursions or at the canteen. (Unless an approved Principal Exemption has been granted prior)

3.1.4. Mobile phones or other smart devices should not be used in any manner or place that is disruptive to the normal routine of the school. This includes during class time if the phone or device is switched on and transmitting information out of sight.

3.1.5. If students bring mobile phones and smart devices to Engadine High School (for use outside of school times) they do so at their own risk of damage, consequences, loss, or injury.

3.1.6. If students bring mobile phones and smart devices to Engadine High School (for use outside of the school grounds (travelling to and from school) they should have them out of sight in bags, switched off and stored in a place to avoid distracting others engaged in learning activities.

3.1.7. The use of mobile phones and/or smart devices at Engadine High School is always at the discretion of the Principal, in consultation with parents, staff, community and our P&C as necessary to protect students and the learning environment.

3.1.8. Parents are reminded that in cases of emergency, the School Administration Office remains a vital and appropriate point of contact and can ensure your child is reached quickly and assisted in any appropriate way. Texting is a distraction in the classroom and is not permitted while students are engaged in learning activities and break times.

3.1.9. Mobile devices and/or smart devices are not to be used in changing rooms or toilets.

3.1.10. Mobile devices and/or smart devices are not to be used in any situation that may cause embarrassment or discomfort to their fellow students, staff, or visitors to the school.

3.1.11. Personal mobile devices and/or smart devices are not to be used to record or photograph any other person at school without consent or a Principal’s Exemption where this is related to learning in the classroom.

3.1.12. Mobile devices and/or smart devices are not to be used by students that brings disrepute to the school. i.e. upload images to the internet at school, including video, recordings, photographs and/or commentary about Engadine High School, our students, staff, or community.

3.1.13. Students are reminded to protect their digital citizenship by only giving their close friends and family access to their digital and social media profiles.

3.2. Cyberbullying:

3.2.1. Using mobile devices to bully (also known as cyberbullying) and threaten other students is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. In some cases, it can constitute criminal behaviour and immediate Suspension from school.

3.2.2. Students and parents are reminded that it is a criminal offence to use a mobile phone to menace, harass or offend another person.

3.3. Theft or damage:

3.3.1. Students who bring a mobile phone or smart device to school do so at their own risk. To reduce the risk of theft during school hours, students who carry such devices are advised to treat them as carefully as they would their wallet or purse.

3.3.2. Engadine High School accepts no responsibility for replacing lost, stolen, or damaged mobile and/or smart devices.

3.3.3. Engadine High School accepts no responsibility for students who lose or have their mobile and/or smart devices stolen while travelling to and from school.

3.3.4. To avoid disputes and assist in finding owners, younger students may want to mark their mobile phone and/or smart devices clearly with their names or an identifying sticker.

3.3.5. Mobile phones, smart devices or any other devices that are found in the school and whose owner cannot be located should be handed to School Administration Office.

3.3.6. If a mobile phone or smart device is lost or stolen, parents and students are advised to report the loss/theft to their mobile carrier so that they can de-activate the SIM card and block the mobile phone from use across all networks.

4. Sanctions/Consequences of Unacceptable/Inappropriate Use

4.1. Any student/s in breach of Clause 3, will have the device(s) confiscated immediately. The device(s) will be confiscated without warning, stored in the Office, and released to students at the end of the school day unless otherwise informed by a Principal or Deputy Principal. A second breach will result in immediate confiscation, stored in the office, and released to students at the end of the day. An after-school detention will also be issued. A third breach will result in immediate confiscation, stored in the office and parent collection will be required. The student will also be issued with a Formal Caution to Suspend. A fourth breach will lead to a Suspension from school.

4.2. Any student/s breeching this Policy may not be permitted to bring the device into the school in future, as determined by the Principal.

4.3. Students using mobile phones and/or smart devices to bully other students will face disciplinary action as sanctioned by the Principal.

4.4. Students who infringe the guidelines and rules set out in this Policy could face having their privilege to bring devices to school withdrawn, at the discretion of the Principal.

5. Parent or Caregiver expectations

In accordance with the procedure’s parents/carers will:

5.1 Contact the school Front Office to pass on messages rather than contacting a student directly on their device (for acceptable reasons only, students will be permitted to use a phone in the front office to contact their parents/carers under the supervision of the Deputy Principal).

5.2 Understand that the school takes no responsibility for loss or damage to phones or personal electronic devices.

5.3 Work collaboratively with the school and help reinforce Ulladulla High School’s Use of Mobile Phone (Personal Devices) Procedures with their child/ren.

Ratified by the P&C Wednesday 6th September 2023

Out of Uniform

Engadine High School has a strict Uniform Policy which has been ratified by the P&C.

All students are expected to wear the correct uniform.

Uniform passes are issued to students who are out of uniform during roll call by roll call teachers. It is the responsibility of the student to indicate to the roll teacher if a pass is required. Students should keep this pass on them for the whole day, to produce on request, or another incident will be recorded. If required, a long term pass may be issued by the uniform coordinator or Wellbeing Team.

Students must have a note, signed and dated by a parent or guardian, stating the reason for being out of uniform and in the case of special consideration for medical reasons, the date(s) required for exemption. After three occasions of requiring a uniform pass (without bringing a valid note) ‘Unsatisfactory’ will be included on the student’s report and a Tuesday After School Detention issued.

Students cannot receive permission to wear incorrect footwear, sloppy joes or coloured under-garments.  Students may borrow or buy acceptable uniform items from the school to ensure that they comply with the uniform policy. The office keeps a supply of donated uniform items for this purpose including shoes of all sizes. Students are encouraged to obtain correct items before roll call to avoid penalty. Situations of special circumstances should be referred to the Wellbeing Team or uniform coordinator via a note from the parent or caregiver.

Shirts / Blouses

The school shirt or blouse must be worn every day except on sports day for Years 7, 8, 9 and 10. All buttons are to be done up (except the top button for the collared shirt). The Sports Uniform can ONLY be worn on sport days (Wednesday) and during PE lessons. Only concealed short sleeved or singlet style, plain white or flesh coloured undergarments are to be worn under the school shirt or blouse.

Visible, long sleeve or coloured or printed tops under school shirts or blouses are NOT acceptable. 

Trousers/ Pants

Trousers and pants should be hemmed neatly and sit on the shoe in such a way that does not create a potential trip hazard. Hems should not be altered or rolled so that the socks are deliberately visible.

Dresses/ Skirts

The dress and/or skirt can be worn in summer, and during winter with black stockings/ tights. Dresses and skirts should be hemmed at approximately 10 cm above the knee as this is an appropriate length.

Sports Uniform

Students in Years 7-10 are expected to wear the full sports uniform on Wednesdays and during PE/PASS practical lessons. The sports uniform can be worn to and from school on sports day(Wednesday), and after school if students have PE practical period 6. If a student has a PE class in period 1 or during other periods of the day, they are expected to wear their school uniform to school and change for their PE lesson and then change back into their school uniform after the lesson.

The blue school tracksuit pants may be worn on Wednesday (Sport) or during timetabled PE lessons. 

Tracksuit pants must not be worn in place of the mainstream uniform.  Trousers/pants are available to purchase for students needing extra warmth during the cooler months.

Tracksuit pants are NOT part of Year 11 and 12 uniform, unless involved in practical PE lessons or sporting activities.

Jackets

There are 2 jacket options that students have the choice to wear in summer and winter.  The microfibre is the lighter jacket.  The soft shell jacket is the warmer option.  Both jackets are embroidered with the school logo. Either jacket can be worn over the school jumper.

Jumpers

The jumpers are a poly/cotton blend with the school logo. "Sloppy joe" or "hoodie" style jumpers are not permitted, under or over the school jumper, at any time. Students wearing such clothing will be required to remove it and offered a loaned replacement uniform, if available. Students may wear the school jumper under a jacket if extra warmth is required.

Shoes

Completely black leather, plain, fully enclosed, lace up school shoes are the only acceptable style shoe. Coloured logos are not permitted. Students wearing incorrect school shoes will be required to borrow a pair of appropriate shoes from the front office to wear for the day. "Ballet", "Boots" and "volley" style canvas shoes are not permitted at any time as they do not offer the appropriate protection in an educational setting. On sport days, students in Years 7-10 wear fully enclosed joggers. Students in Years 7-10 must also bring their leather shoes or borrow gaitors if they have a practical lesson on sport days.

According to Department of Education policy: Areas where enclosed leather footwear (or other material confirmed by the manufacturer to be suitable, refer to Australian/NZ Standard 2210: Safety Protective and Occupational Footwear) is required are:

• Industrial Arts and trades workshop areas
• Science laboratories
• Canteen or Food Technology (kitchen areas)

Non - leather-like materials eg. Canvas or fabric, or damaged footwear are not permitted as they do not comply with WHS requirements in a high school educational setting.

Students requiring special consideration for footwear due to medical reasons, such as injury, need to provide documentation for exemption. This is done through the Wellbeing Team. On some occasions students may need to be excluded from the specialist room due to WHS requirements.

Socks

All socks are plain white and must be calf length. Sport anklet socks, insignias or stripes are not allowed at any time. Black or coloured socks are not permitted.

Accessories

All jewellery must be discreet and adhere to work health and safety guidelines. Students with visible piercing can only wear sleepers or studs. Students who are wearing excessive jewellery will be asked to remove the items.

Make-up is to be minimal and fingernails should be natural or lightly coloured and short. Long fingernails pose a serious safety risk in a school setting. Students will be asked to remove such accessories or excessive make-up.

The school scarf can be worn during winter. The bringing of coloured items such as scarves, beanies and blankets during cold weather is not acceptable. Warmer options such as the school jacket are recommended.

Summer / winter uniform

Junior Uniform Years 7-9

Summer Uniform

• Sky blue shirt with school logo on left pocket
• Navy tailored shorts (no elastic waist)
• Sky blue blouse with logo on left pocket
• Pleated checked skirt
• Tailored shorts (optional)
• Dress (optional) Years 7 - 12 - Hem to be no more than 10cm above the knee
• Plain white, calf-length socks are the only acceptable style. Motifs and stripes are not accepted. Sport anklet socks are not allowed.
• All black leather, lace-up, fully enclosed school shoes
• School tie (optional)

Winter Uniform

• Sky blue shirt with school logo on left pocket
• Navy uniform tailored trousers or tailored shorts
• Sky blue blouse with logo on left pocket
• Pleated checked skirt
• Long navy tailored pants
• Dress (optional) Years 7 – 12. Hem to be no more than 10cm above the knee
• Navy V-neck knitted jumper with School logo
• Navy, buttoned cardigan with school logo
• Black stockings
• School scarf is the only acceptable scarf
• School tie (optional)
• Navy mircofibre jacket or soft-shell jacket can be worn over school jumper.
• Plain white, calf-length socks are the only acceptable style. Motifs and stripes are not accepted. Sport anklet socks are not allowed.
• All black leather, lace-up, fully enclosed school shoes

Senior Uniform Years 10-12

Summer Uniform

• White shirt with school logo on left pocket
• Navy tailored shorts (no elastic waist)
• White blouse with school logo on left pocket
• Navy blue pleated skirt
• Tailored shorts (optional)
• Dress (optional) Years 7 – 12. Hem to be no more than 10cm above the knee
• Navy V-neck knitted jumper with school logo
• Navy mircofibre jacket or soft-shell jacket can be worn over school jumper
• Plain white, calf-length socks are the only acceptable style. Motifs and stripes are not accepted. Sport anklet socks are not allowed.
• All black leather, lace-up, fully enclosed school shoes

Winter Uniform

• White shirt with school logo on left pocket
• Navy tailored shorts or tailored trousers
• White blouse with school logo on left pocket
• Navy blue pleated skirt
• Navy V-neck knitted jumper with school logo
• Dress (optional) Years 7 – 12. May be worn in winter with black tights/ stockings. Hem to be no more than 10cm above the knee.
• School tie(optional)
• Black stockings
• School scarf
• Navy mircofibre jacket or soft-shell jacket can be worn over school jumper
• Plain white, calf-length socks are the only acceptable style. Motifs and stripes are not accepted. Sport anklet socks are not allowed.
• All black leather, lace-up, fully enclosed school shoes

Physical Education And Sport Uniform

• Navy/Light blue collared mesh polo shirt and navy mircofibre shorts
• Plain white, calf-length socks are the only acceptable style. Motifs and stripes are not accepted. Sport anklet socks are not allowed.
• Leather sports shoes or joggers (no canvas shoes)
• Approved Engadine High School tracksuit for sport day is the ONLY acceptable item if a student wishes to wear a tracksuit.