Policies old Administration of MedicationTo explain to parents/carers, students and staff the processes Craigieburn Secondary College will follow to safely manage the provision of medication to students while at school or school activities, including camps and excursionsAssessment PolicyThis policy has been designed in line with Department and VCAA guidelines on assessment and reporting to ensure rigorous and authentic assessment of student outcomesAsthma PolicyTo ensure that Craigieburn Secondary College appropriately supports students diagnosed with asthmaAttendance PolicyThe purpose of this policy is to ensure all children until 17years of age are enrolled and attending school every day for learning. Every day of attending school counts. Being at school supports your child’s learning, social and mental well being.BullyingBullying is the misuse of power by one group and/or individual over another individual and/or group. It aims to hurt, threaten or frighten someone.Bullying and Harassment PreventionCSC has a School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) framework in place that sets out the expected behaviours of students and staff. This aligns with the College values of Respect, Responsibility, Achievement and CommunityCamps and ExcursionsTo explain to our school community the processes and procedures Craigieburn Secondary College will use when planning and conducting camps, excursions and adventure activities for students.Cash HandlingThis policy intends to safeguard and protect the staff involved in the receipting and collection of monies and minimise the risks associated with cash handling.Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)This policy applies to the installation of CCTV cameras on school grounds and the use and disclosure of any footage produced by those cameras.CEAP PromotionsCraigieburn Secondary College has a formal approach to ensure that students are encouraged to aspire to or maintain the high standards of excellence required and expected for entrance and progression through the Craigieburn Enrichment & Acceleration Program (CEAP).Child SafetyThis Child Safety Policy demonstrates our school’s commitment to creating and maintaining a child safe and child-friendly organisation, where children and young people are safe and feel safe. This policy provides an overview of our school’s approach to implementing Ministerial Order 1359, which sets out how the Victorian Child Safe Standards apply in school environments. It informs our school community of everyone’s obligations to act safely and appropriately towards children and guides our processes and practices for the safety and wellbeing of students across all areas of our work.Child Safety Code of ConductThis policy applies to all school staff, volunteers and school community members. It also applies to all staff and students engaged in any school and school council-run events, activities and services.Child Safety Responding & Reporting ObligationsThis policy is to outline the procedures our school has in place to respond to complaints or concerns relating to child abuse and to ensure that all staff and members of our school community understand and follow the various legal obligations that apply to the reporting of child abuse to relevant authorities.ComplaintsWe have provided an outline of the complaints process at Craigieburn Secondary College so that parents and members of the community are informed of how they can raise complaints or concerns about issues arising at our schoolEmergency and Critical Incident Management PlanThe purpose of this Emergency and Critical Incident Management Plan (EMP) is to provide a detailed plan of how this school campus will prepare and respond to emergencies and critical incidents that may impact on student and/or staff health, safety and well-being and/or school operations.AnaphylaxisTo explain to Craigieburn Secondary College parents, carers, staff and students the processes and procedures in place to support students diagnosed as being at risk of suffering from anaphylaxis.Digital LearningInternet, Social Media & Digital DevicesDuty of Care“Duty of care” is a legal obligation that requires schools to take reasonable steps to reduce the risk of reasonably foreseeable harm, which can include personal injury (physical or psychological) or damage to property.ICT & E-Learning PolicyThrough increased access to digital technologies, students can benefit from enhanced learning that is interactive, collaborative, personalised and engaging.Electronic Funds ManagementThe purpose of this policy is to set out how our school will manage electronic funds in accordance with applicable Department of Education and Training policy and law.Privacy Collection NoticeThe Department of Education and Training (the Department) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal and health information that schools collect.First AidTo ensure the school community understands our school’s approach to first aid for studentsGuidelines for ParentsWe have developed a Family Partnership Framework which provides strategies for families to use at home to further support their child’s learning. Health Care NeedsTo explain to Craigieburn Secondary College parents, carers, staff and students the processes and procedures in place to support students with health care needs at school.HomeworkThis policy applies to students in all year levels and to staff responsible for setting homework.Inclusion & DiversityCraigieburn Secondary College strives to provide a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment for all students and members of our school community. Instrumental MusicCraigieburn Secondary College’s Instrumental Music Program (IMP) is a central part of the College’s vibrant co-curricular program and encompasses instrumental music lessons, membership of rock bands and ensembles.Medical Authority FormThis form should, ideally, be signed by the student’s medical/health practitioner for all medication to be administered at school but schools may proceed on the signed authority of parents in the absence of a signature from a medical practitionerMobile PhonesTo explain to our school community the Department’s and Craigieburn Secondary College’s policy requirements and expectations relating to students using mobile phones and other smart devices during school hours. Personal PropertyTo explain Craigieburn Secondary College’s policy in relation to personal property and to ensure that special or valuable items of personal property are not brought to school.Petty CashPetty cash may be utilised to meet minor payments for school-related purposes other than salary and wages.Photographing, Filming and Recording StudentsTo explain to parents/carers how Craigieburn Secondary College will collect, use and disclose photographs, video and recordings of students, how parent/carer consent can be provided and how it can be withdrawn. Promotions PolicyThis policy will facilitate decisions regarding the promotion of each student to the next year level based on the best educational interests of each student.Statement of Values and School PhilosophyCraigieburn Secondary College is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and members of our community.Student Wellbeing and EngagementCraigieburn Secondary College (CSC) is committed to providing a safe, secure and stimulating learning environment for all students Uniform PolicyA uniform dress code reinforces in students a pride in their own appearance, instils recognition of themselves as an integral part of the school community, and assists in developing pride in representing their school.PSW InformationA guide to our PSW Uniform Shop and school uniformVisitorsThis policy applies to any visitors who may attend school grounds when the school is open for instruction between the hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm, and when the office is staffed to monitor/receive visitors at reception VolunteersThis policy applies to the recruitment, screening, supervision and management of all people who volunteer at our schoolYard Duty and SupervisionThe purpose of this policy is to explain to staff Craigieburn Secondary College’s yard duty procedures and expectations for the appropriate supervision of secondary students. AYard Duty and Supervision (Parents and Students)All staff participate in Craigieburn Secondary College’s yard duty roster and school supervision requirements, and follow clear procedures for responding to accidents or incidents in the playground and learning areas. Covid_19 Safety Management PlanThis COVID-19 Safety Management Plan (COVIDSafe Plan) applies to all Victorian government schools, and outlines key health, safety, and wellbeing hazards that schools should plan for. It links to the strategies described in the School Operations Guide and supports schools to plan for and implement the key health and safety controls in the context of coronavirus (COVID-19).
