Office and Ancillary Staff

 Parents & Citizens Association

The Parents & Citizens Association is your organisation and meets every second Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in our staffroom in Block A.  Meetings provide a forum for discussion on all aspects of the school community. Parents can become informed, involve themselves in decision-making, and express views on school policy. Fundraising is one major aspect with funds providing resources not covered by the school budget.  Our school is fortunate to have a high level of parent involvement in school forums and student activities.  All families are encouraged to participate and help improve our school and community outcomes.

Parents & Citizens Approved Communication Process

The process outlined below is recommended for resolving any concerns parents may have with schoolwide or classroom specific problems or concerns.

·       Initially, contact should be established with the teacher and the concern discussed - face-to-face contact is better than writing a letter or calling on the telephone.

·       If the concern still lingers, please contact the Principal to arrange an appointment and discuss the issue, outlining clearly any concerns.

·       The Principal will discuss the concern with the teacher and arrange an appointment with the teacher, parents, and Principal to resolve the problem.

·       Other Education Queensland officers may be involved in a resolution of the issue if required.

·       If further action is required, it may be referred to the Parents & Citizens Association for discussion and resolution.

Early advice of concerns and close working relationships between home and school are essential to assist quick resolutions.  Keeping the communication channels open between home and school is essential.

 Parent Information Nights

These are held around week three or four in Term 1.  These informal meetings give parents the opportunity to meet the teacher and for teachers to outline their expectations, management strategies, and the scope and sequence of the learning program.  Parents are encouraged to ask questions and clarify any concerns.  These information nights provide an opportunity to establish positive home/school links which will enable each child to settle more productively into his or her new class.

Pupil Information

Confidential information such as health, family situations, custody orders, medication, allergies, etc. is vital for the safety and protection of your child and should be presented fully on enrolment.  Any changes – address, telephone number, custody, etc. must be advised.  Changes in your child’s health situation are particularly important to schooling.

Preparatory

All relevant information is available in the Preparatory Handbook.

Pupil Free Days

Teachers are required to spend four days pupil free at school.  These are as follows: