Mirrabooka Senior High School

A School of Excellence

Information Brochure

2016

180 Nollamara Ave. Dianella, W.A. 6059 Tel 9345 9200 Fax 9349 5499 Email: principal.mirrabooka.shs@education.wa.edu.au Homepage: http:// www. mirrabookashs.det.wa.edu.au

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR 2016

The Western Australian Department of Education provides an allowance to assist eligible families with secondary schooling costs.

Secondary Assistance Scheme

To be eligible for this allowance the parent/caregivers must hold a Department of Human Services (Centrelink) or Veterans’ Affairs card that represents a statement of income for the family. The allowance consists of two components: $115 - Clothing Allowance paid directly to the parent/guardian or the school toward Contributions and Charges. $235 - Educational Program Allowance paid directly to the school. Application is made by the parent or guardian for student/s enrolled in Years 7 – 12 at a secondary school. Eligibility Criteria Parent or Guardian must hold one of the following cards valid for a period of no less than 4 weeks between the 1st February 2016 and the 8th April 2016: Centrelink Family Health Care Card Centrelink Pensioner Concession Card Veterans’ Affairs Pensioner Concession Card The parent/caregivers must be the holder of a card that is valid between the 1st February 2016 to 8th April 2016. The only exception to this is when a student holds their own health care card and has been declared independent by Centrelink (e.g. Living Away from Home). In this instance, a letter of confirmation from Centrelink needs to accompany the application. The allowance is paid up to and including the year the student turns 18 years of age i.e. students born in 1998 or before are ineligible in 2016. Abstudy Supplement Allowance The ABSTUDY Supplement Allowance is available to valid Department of Human Services Concession (Centrelink) card holders; this funding supplements the Department of Human Services (Centrelink) ABSTUDY Fees Allowance payment. Applicants apply through the Department of Human Services (Centrelink) for the ABSTUDY Fees Allowance. A payment of $156 or $78 is then made to the school directly by Centrelink. To be eligible for the supplement allowance, the parent/caregiver must hold a Department of Human Services (Centrelink) or Veterans’ Affairs card that represents a statement of income for the family. Once the school has received the School Fee Allowance of $78 or $156 from the Department of Human Services (Centrelink) as part of the student’s ABSTUDY School Fees Allowance, will then contact you to come in and claim the additional $79. Please note that the Secondary Assistance Scheme cannot be claimed as well as this allowance. Application is made by the parent or guardian for student(s) enrolled in Years 7–12 at a secondary school. When to claim The Learning Centre (next to the Admin Office) will be opened on Wednesday 27th January 2016 from 1.00pm - 3.00pm only, Thursday 28th, Friday 29th between 8.30am - 12.00pm and 1.00pm - 3.00pm for completion of forms, payment of contributions and charges and to purchase school uniform from the Uniform Shop. The school has the following payment options for their Contributions and Charges – Cash/Cheque/Credit/EFTPOS/BPAY. Telephone payments will be accepted for Credit/EFTPOS.

LIST OF ADDITIONAL COST ITEMS 2016

Items listed below are an indication of what a parent may be required to pay for extra cost optional activities occurring throughout 2016. Year 7 Art Excursion up to $20.00 each Camp (Single Gender) up to $65.00 Competitions up to $5.00 each Dare/Access Excursions x 4 up to $30.00 each Design & Technology - (additional material) up to $50.00 English Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 Home Economics Café Visit $10.00 Home Economics Guest Speaker $5.00 Lightening Carnival $5.00 Mathematics Competitions $5.00 Music Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 each Music Performance at WAPPA $10.00 National Science Competition $5.00 Photography Excursion/Incursion $40.00 Physical Education Interschool sports up to $10.00 PICSE up to $15.00 RACI Chemistry Competition $5.00 Reward Days (possibly 1 per term) up to $35.00 each S & E excursions x 3 up to $30.00 each Science excursions x 6 up to $80.00 Soccer $20.00 Zoo Excursion up to $15.00 Youth Leadership camp up to $60.00 Year 8 Art Excursion up to $20.00 each Camp (Single Gender) up to $65.00 Competitions up to $5.00 each Dare/Access Excursions x 4 up to $30.00 each Design & Technology - (additional material) up to $50.00 English Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 Home Economics Café Visit $10.00 Home Economics Guest Speaker $5.00 Lightening Carnival $5.00 Mathematics Competitions $5.00 Music Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 each Music Performance at WAPPA $10.00 National Science Competition $5.00 Photography Excursion/Incursion $40.00 Physical Education Interschool sports up to $10.00 PICSE up to $15.00 RACI Chemistry Competition $5.00 Reward Days (possibly 1 per term) up to $35.00 each S & E excursions x 3 up to $30.00 each Science excursions x 6 up to $80.00 Soccer $20.00 Zoo Excursion up to $15.00 Youth Leadership camp up to $60.00

Year 9 AQWA & Naturaliste Centre, Hillarys $20.00 Art Excursion up to $20.00 each Camp (Single Gender) up to $80.00 Canberra Academic Enrichment Camp up to $1500.00 per student Competitions up to $5.00 each Dance Specialist Dance Costume up to $60.00 Dare/Access Excursions x 4 up to $30.00 each Design & Technology - Wood Work (additional materials) up to $50.00 Engineering Competition up to $15.00 English Excursions x 3 up to $30.00 each Home Economics (additional materials) up to $20.00 Home Economics Café Visit $10.00 Home Economics Guest Speaker $5.00 Home Economics Textiles (additional materials) up to $20.00 Lightening Carnival $5.00 Mathematics Competitions $5.00 Music Performance at WAPPA $10.00 Music Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 each National Science Competition $5.00 PICSE up to $15.00 Physical Education Interschool sports up to $10.00 Photography Excursion/Incursion $40.00 PE Lightening Carnival $5.00 RACI Chemistry Competition $5.00 Reward Days (possibly 1 per term) up to $35.00 each S & E - Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 each Science - Excursion x 6 up to $80.00 Soccer $20.00 Youth Leadership camp up to $60.00 Year 10 Art Excursion up to $20.00 Camp up to $125.00 Competitions up to $5.00 each Dance Specialist Dance Costume up to $60.00 Dare/Access Excursions x4 up to $30.00 each English Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 each Home Economics Café Visit $10.00 Home Economics Guest Speaker $5.00 Home Economics Textiles materials up to $40.00 Information Technology Photography Excursion/Incursion $40.00 Lightening Carnival $5.00 Mathematics Competitions $5.00 Music Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 each Music Performance at WAPPA $10.00 National Science Competition $5.00 Oracy (English) up to $20.00 Photography Zoo Excursion $25.00 Physical Education Interschool sports up to $10.00 Physical Education Activities up to $7.00 per session Physical Recreation up to $98 Physics Day up to $40.00 PICSE up to $15 RACI Chemistry Competition $5.00

Year 10 Rewards Days (possibly 1 per term) up to $35.00 each River Cruise $50.00 S & E - Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 each Science - Excursion x 6 up to $80.00 SciTech $10.00 Soccer $20.00 Woodwork (additional material) up to $20.00 Youth Leadership camp up to $60.00 Year 11 Art Excursions x2 up to $20.00 Biology Excursions x 4 up to $80.00each Chemistry Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 Competitions up to $5.00 each Dance up to $100.00 Design & Technology - Wood Work (additional materials) up to $100.00 Design & Technology - Metal (additional material) up to $100.00 Design & Technology (Excursions x 3) $80.00 Dinner up to $30.00 Drama Theatre Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 each Earth & Environmental Science- Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 each Earth & Environmental Science Camp up to $400 English Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 English Excursion x 2 up to $20.00 Home Economics (additional materials & hat – uniform) up to $150.00 Home Economics Café Visit up to $50.00 Home Economics Family & Community Service – Speaker/Excursions up to $60.00 each Home Economics Guest Speaker $5.00 Human Biology Excursion up to $30.00 Information Technology Excursion/Incursion $40.00 Integrated Science Excursion (possibly 1 per Term) up to $30.00 each Mathematics Competitions $5.00 Music Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 each Music Performance at WAPPA $10.00 National Science Competition $5.00 Outdoor Ed Camp Semester 1 up to $20.00 Outdoor Ed Camp Semester 2 up to $100.00 Physical Education Interschool sports up to $10.00 Physical Education Activities up to $7.00 each Physical Education Studies – Sport & Recreation up to $30.00 Physics Excursion x 2 up to $40.00 each RACI Chemistry Competition $5.00 Reward Days (possibly 1 per term) up to $35.00 each River Cruise $50.00 S & E (Excursions x 3) $30.00 School Ball (ticket only) up to $100.00 Tourism/Hospitality Camp up to $250.00 Vocational Education & Training (VET) Rotary Driver Awareness $11.00 Vocational Education & Training (VET) Training Excursions up to $35.00 Youth Leadership Camp up to $60.00

Year 12 Art Excursion x 2 up to $20.00 Biology Excursions x 4 up to $80.00each Camp – End of Year up to $80.00 Chemistry Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 Competitions up to $5.00 Dance up to $120.00 Design & Technology - Wood Work (additional materials) up to $100.00 Design & Technology – Metal (additional material) up $100.00 Design & Technology (Excursions x 3) up to $80.00 Drama theatre excursion x 3 up to $30.00 each Earth & Environmental Science- Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 each Earth & Environmental Science Camp up to $400 English Excursion x 3 up to $30.00 each English Excursion x 2 up to $20.00 Graduation Dinner up to $35.00 each Graduation Ceremony up to $40.00 Home Economics (additional materials) & uniform up to $150.00 Home Economics Café Visit up to $50.00 Home Economics Family & Community Service – Speaker/Excursions up to $60.00 Home Economics Guest Speaker $5.00 Human Biology - Museum Excursion $30.00 Human Biology - Zoo Excursion $30.00 Information Technology Excursion/Incursion $40.00 Integrated Science Excursion (possibly 1 per Term) up to $30.00 each Leavers Jumper $100.00 Mathematics Competitions $5.00 Music Excursion x 2 up to $30.00 each Music Performance at WAPPA $10.00 National Science Competition $5.00 Physical Education Activities up to $7.00 per session Physics Excursion x 2 up to $40.00 each Outdoor Ed Camp Semester 1 up to $120.00 Outdoor Ed Camp Semester 2 up to $140.00 RACI Chemistry Competition $5.00 Reward Days (possibly 1 per term) up to $25.00 each Reward Lunch up to $30.00 River Cruise up to $50.00 S & E (Excursions x 3) $30.00 each School Ball (ticket only) up to $100.00 Tourism/Hospitality Camp up to $250.00 Vocational Education & Training (VET) Training Excursions up to $30.00 Youth Leadership Camp up to $60.00

Mobile phones and other personal digital media devices are important modern day communication, social, entertainment and management tools and as such students need to learn to use them appropriately. Mirrabooka Senior High School recognises that students rely on their phones for these reasons and taking this into account, promotes the responsible use of this technology.

Responsible Use:

• Turning off electronic devices when in class. • Recording images and voice only with the permission of a MSHS teacher (this will

usually be associated with a class based activity). • Recording images and voice is NOT permitted at break times during the school

day. • Using devices in such a manner that does not harm or interfere with the amenity of

others. • Removing earphones/turning off devices when talking to a staff member.

Aims:

• To utilise the benefits of mobile phones and technological devices. • To ensure appropriate use of mobile phones and other technological devices. • To ensure staff and students are aware of the lifelong implications of improper use. • To ensure students are aware of Cyber safety strategies. • To protect the image, privacy and confidentiality of the school, students and staff. • To have students take responsibility for their own property.

Implementation:

• Students may bring mobile phones and personal digital media devices to school. However, it is the sole responsibility of each student to adhere to the notion of responsible use as per the above guidelines.

• Students may use their phones during recess and lunchtime providing they are using them responsibly. At the commencement of each class session phones and technological devices must be turned off.

• Phones may be used on school excursions or camps only if directed by the teacher in charge.

• If a student is using a phone inappropriately (eg filming an incident) then, when requested by a teacher the student is to hand over the phone and the student is to be directed to the relevant Deputy’s Office. This type of incident may result in a suspension.

• Mobile phones and other technological devices should only be used in class by students if directed by a staff member for an appropriate use (eg used as a diary or a calculator).

• Mobile phones, IPods and other devices must be turned off and earphones removed in the Front Office, Student Services including the medical centre.

• In some circumstances permission may be granted by relevant staff for students to use a phone or other electronic device in offices (eg in the HOY, nurse’s or Deputy’s office).

• AT ALL TIMES emergency calls to and from students and parents should be

directed through the Front Office so that appropriate support and communication method can be put in place.

• If a student chooses to bring a mobile phone or other technological devices to school then they are responsible for its safe keeping. There is no avenue for replacement or insurance claim.

• Normal BMIS strategies apply if the misuse of a phone or device impacts on the calm, caring and respectful running of the school.

Inside the Classroom a) Level 1 - (Low) – Example; A student walking into the classroom looking at the time

or wearing earphones or turning the phone or device off. This may result in simply reminding the student to turn the phone or device off and put it away.

b) Level 2 - (Medium) – A student may take out the phone to check for a message after being previously warned. Result may be that the student is requested to give their phone to the teacher for the remainder of the lesson.

c) Level 3 - (High) – Student refuses to give their phone or other device to the teacher when requested (Level 2) despite being given the opportunity to comply. Matter to be referred to relevant Lower or Senior School Deputy as soon as practicable. Consequences will be applied and may result in a suspension.

RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER USE

AND INTERNET AGREEMENT

Computers are a powerful tool for enhancing student learning. When used responsibly and in conjunction with appropriate software and the Internet they can offer significant educational benefits. Whilst Mirrabooka Senior High School provides computers with appropriate software and access to a network and the internet, the maintenance of the infrastructure relies on users following appropriate protocols.

I will:

Only use the Schools Computers, Network and Internet access to deal with information that is related to Mirrabooka Senior High School’s curriculum.

Maintain the security of my logon and password. Report any faults with computers, the network or internet access

immediately to my supervising teacher. Report any damage to computers, or the network infrastructure

immediately to my supervising teacher. Obtain permission from my supervising teacher before uploading from or

downloading to a USB or CD / DVD. Obtain permission before printing from my supervising teacher. Regularly backup and clean up MY SPACE on the network. Only store curriculum related materials on my space on the network.

I will NOT:

Access information that would be considered offensive to others because of its violent, illegal, racist or otherwise unacceptable content.

Use Mirrabooka Senior High School’s telecommunications service to harass or be offensive to any one (Section 85ZE of the Commonwealth Crimes Act).

Copy the work of others and claim it as mine (plagiarism), and I will correctly reference the source of any information used from the Internet or CD-ROM software.

Enter personal information such as my home address or telephone number on the Internet.

Enter the personal information of others on the internet. Use another student’s log-on to access the Mirrabooka Senior High

School Computer Network. Provide my log-on details to any other person. Interfere with the physical or program setup of any school computer. Access ‘banned’ websites, whilst using the School’s resources. Download music or video applications. Access unauthorised chat, forums or instant messaging services. Use unauthorised software on the schools computers.

PENALTIES Failure to fulfil this Agreement could result in loss of Internet privileges, access to the Mirrabooka Senior High School computer network and other penalties in keeping with the School’s Computer Use Policy and the School’s Behaviour Policy. PROCEDURES In the event a student fails to comply with the responsible use guidelines, the following procedures will be undertaken:

1. Teacher to record incident on SIS

2. Notify Line Manager

3. Consequences are in keeping with the Behaviour Management

COMPUTER AND LAPTOP USE PROTOCOLS

STUDENT INFORMATION

Each student is required to sign for the computer they are using on the usage sheet. All faults with Laptops and Desktop computers need to be reported to your teacher immediately at the start of each lesson. Computer settings are not to be altered under any circumstances.

Under no circumstances should mice, keyboards or any other items be removed from a computer. All computers are to be shut down (so they turn off fully) at the end of the session (this is essential for the correct cycling and recharging of batteries in laptops). Laptops need to be returned to the correct space on the trolley and the charging lead plugged in. Computer rooms need to be left clean, neat and tidy.

NOTIFICATION OF STUDENT ABSENCES USING SMS

Caregivers of our students are informed by mobile phone message (SMS) each time their child is away from school without explanation. This has led to a significant reduction in unexplained absences from school. At Mirrabooka Senior High School, student attendance is a high priority. We know that students who attend regularly are more likely to be successful and safe at school.

To maintain our attendance procedures, we will be informing parents / caregivers about any unexplained absences for their child using SMS in addition to our fortnightly letters.

The expectation is that parents / caregiver will contact the school by 9:15am if they know their child is to be absent.

The SMS text message is automatically sent to the mobile phones of parents explaining “our records show that your child is absent from school or late to school without a note”

The message will read as follows:

MSHS records show JOHN SMITH is absent today, 99/99/99. Please provide reason by reply SMS or Ph: 9345 9200 and press option 1.

The message will arrive on your phone displaying the number, “0407 429 136”. Parents should store this number in their mobile phone under “Mirrabooka SHS Attendance” so that if this message arrives, you are aware the message has come from the school.

Parents can then reply to this number using SMS or alternatively by phoning the school office on 9345 9200 and sending a note with their child on return.

If your child is absent and a reason has been provided, then parents will not receive an SMS. SMS has become more than a fun way for kids to communicate. It has become a powerful messaging system that is increasingly being used by government and business around the world. There are many advantages for both parents and the school to adopt this system and they include:

• Improved ability to reach parents – At times, it can be difficult to reach parents. Important voice messages are left on answering machines at home, at work or on mobile phones. Parents can be at work, in meetings, travelling or simply not able to take a call from the school. Email messages are hard to receive unless parents have continuous access to a Computer. It can take a long time before parents are informed to call the school.

• Faster communication – It takes a long time for the school staff to individually make phone calls to each parent.

• Personal, Confidential & Discrete – For a parent, receiving a message on your phone regarding your child is private, discrete and less disruptive than any other form of communication. Unlike other forms of communication, messages are not left for others to find out about.

UPDATING PARENT MOBILE PHONE NUMBER/ADDRESS DATA

As part of the process of maintaining this system, the school is seeking your assistance. We already have an extensive list of parent’s mobile numbers; however we would like to make sure our records are fully up-to-date including change of address.

Enrolment forms have a place to indicate a preferred parent/caregiver mobile number. Please ensure that this is completed and at any other times throughout the year (if details change), please telephone the school to inform us of your family’s new mobile phone numbers or ask your son/daughter to collect a Change of Details Form from the front office or email us at principal.mirrabooka.shs@education.wa.edu.au.

We thank-you for your assistance and co-operation and look forward to continuing to improve our communication with you.

I would also like to take this opportunity to remind you of the school’s Mobile Phone Policy and invite you to view it on the school website at www.mirrabookashs.det.wa.edu.au . Greg Gibbs STUDENT SERVICES MANAGER

As a reminder, school starts at 8.40am and Form begins at 8.45am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. On Thursdays, school begins at 9.08am with Form commencing at 9.13am. The warning bell sounds 5 minutes prior to Form and students must be at school before the warning bell. Please note that if your child is late for the beginning of Form and does not have a reason, they will be marked as absent and you will be notified via SMS.

ABSENCES AND LATE ARRIVALS

Dear Parent/Caregiver

It would be greatly appreciated if you would contact the school prior to 9.15am on 9345 9200 and press Prompt Number 1 when asked to do so if your child is going to be absent for the day. Following on from the successful implementation of MsgU, the SMS system the school currently uses to inform parents of their child’s absence, you can also SMS the school to inform us of their absence on 0407 429 136.

Furthermore if your child is going to be absent for a known extended period of time the school will need to be notified, in writing, at least a week before the absence commences.

If your child is late to school they will need to have a note explaining the reason for their late arrival and sign in at student services before proceeding to their class. Similarly, if the student needs to leave school grounds for any reason during school times they will need a note and must sign out at the front office before departing.

Mr Greg Gibbs STUDENT SERVICES MANAGER

UNIFORM STANDARDS

UNIFORM ITEMS

CLOTHING ITEM ACCEPTABLE COMMENT

LOWER SCHOOL POLO SHIRTS

Years 7, 8, 9 & 10

MSHS ink navy polo shirt with school logo

Long sleeved tops worn under shirts instead of school jumper in winter must be navy or black –no hoodies.

UPPER SCHOOL SHIRTS & BLOUSE

Years 11 & 12

MSHS white shirts and blouses with school logo.

ONLY school shirts & blouses with lettering acceptable.

Long sleeved tops worn under shirts instead of school jumper must be white - no hoodies.

TROUSERS & SHORTS

MSHS Ink Navy coloured shorts, with the school lettering on them.

MSHS Ink Navy coloured trousers, with the school lettering on them. Shorts should not extend below the knee.

Trousers and shorts without the school lettering on are acceptable ONLY if they are dress style, same colour, and have no logos or stripes. TRACK SUIT PANTS ARE DEFINITELY NOT ACCEPTABLE

SKIRTS

MSHS Ink Navy school skirt with school lettering on it.

ONLY school skirt with school lettering on is acceptable. Plain black leggings under school skirt is acceptable.

DRESSES

MSHS “Princess Dress”

ONLY school dress with school lettering on is acceptable.

SHOES

Enclosed footwear is required for all areas.

Backless or high-heeled sandals or thongs are not acceptable.

HATS/BEANIES/SCARVES

As appropriate for the season.

Muslim girls may wear NAVY or WHITE Hijab ONLY.

Hats and beanies are not to be worn in the classroom.

JUMPERS

MSHS Ink Navy Zip Jumper with school logo.

Jumpers and other winter tops are ONLY acceptable if they are dress style, same colour, and have no logos. TOPS WITH HOODIES ARE DEFINITELY NOT ACCEPTABLE

PHYSICAL EDUCATION SHIRT & SHORTS

MSHS Blue/Gold Polo Shirt

and MSHS Black Shorts.

Students are required to change for Health reasons. Plain Black track pants in winter (NO LOGOS OR STRIPES) are acceptable

UNIFORM POLICY

Rationale:

School uniform 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. Issues of equality, health and safety, and expense are also factors that contribute to the establishment of the Uniform.

Aims:

To promote equality amongst all students. To further develop a sense of pride in, and identification with, our school. To provide durable clothing that is cost effective and practical for our school environment. To maintain and enhance the positive image of the school in the community. To help prepare students for work place dress and safety codes.

Implementation:

Following the Ministerial Announcement of December 2004 and after consultation with the School Council, Student Council and staff, the school has developed a uniform that we believe provides choice for the students. It allows for students to safely engage in the many varied school activities and caters for the financial constraints of families.

The Uniform applies during school hours, while travelling to and from school, and when students are on school excursions.

Summer and winter uniforms, as well as sports uniforms, will be prescribed, and are required to be worn.

As school is a place of work, appropriate and minimal jewellery, hairstyles and make-up are expected.

Students are encouraged to wear enclosed shoes. For Occupational Safety and Health reasons closed in footwear is to be worn at all times.

Hats are not to be worn inside. The student Uniform Policy, including details of uniform items and places of purchase, will

be published in an Information Brochure at the end of each year. Arrangements can be made to supply uniforms via Secondary Assistance Scheme for

eligible families. Parents seeking exemptions to the Uniform Policy due to religious beliefs, ethnic or

cultural background, student disability or health condition must apply in writing to the Principal. (Following discussion with the Principal’s delegate, parents and students, Muslim girls wishing to wear hijab (head scarves) will be required to wear NAVY or WHITE ONLY available from the Uniform Shop)

Evaluation:

This policy will be reviewed and updated as part of the school’s annual review cycle.

School uniform is worn by all students at Mirrabooka Senior High School and is a condition of enrolment.

Regular checks are made by staff on student uniform. Students, who are encouraged to set high standards in everything related to school, including uniform, are more likely to succeed in their studies. Efforts are made to update uniform items in line with current fashions.

A commitment to the wearing of the school uniform is an enrolment condition at Mirrabooka Senior High School, and is supported by the Education Department’s Dress Codes for Students in Government Schools Policy.

Mirrabooka Senior High School A School of Excellence

180 Nollamara Ave. Dianella, W.A. 6059 Tel 9345 9200 Fax 9349 5499

Email: principal.mirrabooka.shs@education.wa.edu.au Homepage: http:// www.mirrabookashs.det.wa.edu.au

UNIFORM SHOP OPENING HOURS

In 2016 the school Uniform Shop will be operated by TUDOR UNIFORMS and will operate from the school premises.

• The Uniform Shop will be open in January 2016 on the following dates:

• Wednesday 27th January --- 8:30am – 4.00pm

• Thursday 28th January --- 1:00pm – 4.30pm

If you have a current Health Care card or Pension card from Centrelink, you are eligible for a clothing allowance of $115.00. The Card must be current during first Term of school from 1st February 2016 to 8th April 2016 and the student/s name must be displayed on the card which must be signed by the parent claiming the allowance.

• Uniform vouchers will no longer be issued by the school and uniforms will need to be purchased outright. The amount of $115.00 can be applied directly to reducing yearly Contributions and Charges or, alternatively, paid into your preferred bank account. Bank details must be supplied at the time of filling out the Secondary Assistance Form.

During the school year, the Uniform Shop will be open on

TUESDAYS ONLY between 8:30am and 10:00am

TUDOR SCHOOL UNIFORMS

2016 PRICE LIST

GIRLS COST PER ITEM Navy Polo Shirt (Lower School Yr’s 8, 9 & 10) $26.00

White Blouse (Senior School Yr’s 11 & 12) $32.00

Navy Hipster Trousers $45.00

Navy Shorts $36.00

Navy Drop Waisted Stretch Skirt $35.00

Princess Style Dress $65.50

Navy Zip Jumper $54.00

Physical Education Navy/Gold Shirt $33.00

Physical Education Black Shorts $28.00

Head Scarf $11.00

Tie $24.50

BOYS COST PER ITEM Navy Polo Shirt (Lower School Yr’s 8, 9 & 10) $28.00

White Shirt (Senior School Yr’s 11 & 12) $32.00

Navy Trousers with belt loops $43.00

Navy Shorts $36.00

Navy Zip Jumper $54.00

Physical Education Navy/Gold Shirt $35.00

Physical Education Black Shorts $30.00

Tie $24.50

We have EFTPOS/Credit Card facilities at the shop

Opening Times During The Year Every Tuesday between 8:30am – 10.00am

Please ensure your child tries clothing

on to obtain the correct size as refunds/exchanges are not available

Uniform Shop will be open Wednesday 27th 8.30am – 4.00pm

and Thursday 28th 1.00pm - 4.30pm

BELL TIMES 2016

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday

8.40am Warning Bell 8.45am – 8.56am Form 8.59am – 10.00am Session 1 10.03am – 11.04am Session 2 11.04am – 11.29am Lunch 1 11.32am – 12.33pm Session 3 12.36pm – 1.37pm Session 4 1.37pm – 2.02pm Lunch 2 2.05pm – 3.06pm Session 5

Thursday 9.08am Warning Bell 9.13am – 9.24am Form 9.27am – 10.28am Session 1 10.28am – 10.53am Lunch 1 10.56am – 11.57am Session 2 12.00am – 1.01pm Session 3 1.01pm – 1.26pm Lunch 2 1.29pm – 2.30pm Session 4

IMPORTANT DATES The school office will be open from Wednesday 27th January to Friday 29th January 2016 for completion of forms and payment of contributions and charges. Website link: http://www.det.wa.edu.au/education/termdates/future.html#2013 SEMESTER 1 Term 1 Monday 1st February 2016 - Friday 8th April 2016 Students Commence Monday 1st February 2016 Public Holidays Monday 7th March – Labour Day Friday 25th March – Good Friday Monday 28th March – Easter Monday Tuesday 29th March – Easter Tuesday School Holidays Saturday 9th April – Monday 25th April Term 2 Tuesday 26th April 2016 – Friday 1st July 2016 Staff Development Day Tuesday 26th April (NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE) Students Commence Wednesday 27th April 2016 Staff Development Day Friday 3rd June (NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE) Public Holiday Monday 6th June – WA Day School Holidays Saturday 2nd July – Sunday 17th July SEMESTER 2 Term 3 Monday 18th July 2016 - Friday 23rd September 2016 Staff Development Day Monday 18th July (NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE) Students Commence Tuesday 19th July 2016 Public Holiday Monday 26th September – Queens Birthday School Holidays Saturday 24th September – Sunday 9th October Term 4 Monday 10th October 2016 - Thursday 15th December 2016 Staff Development Day Friday 28th October (NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE) Students Commence Monday 31st October 2016 School Holidays Friday 19th December – Sunday 31st January 2016 Last Day - Years 8 – 10 Thursday 15th December 2016 Last Day - Year 11’s Friday 11th November 2016 Last Day - Year 12’s Wednesday 26th October – Graduation

Mirrabooka Senior High School A School of Excellence

180 Nollamara Ave, Dianella W.A. 6059 Tel: 9345 9200 Fax: 939 5499

Email: principal.mirrabooka.shs@education.wa.edu.au Homepage: http://www.mirrabookashs.det.wa.edu.au

PARENTS AND CITIZENS ASSOCIATION

MEETING DATES FOR 2016

Meeting start time at 7.00 pm Held in the Seminar Room

8th MARCH 2016 (AGM)

24th MAY 2016

16th AUGUST 2016

8th NOVEMBER 2016

HAVE YOU GOT YOUR UNIQUE STUDENT IDENTIFIER (USI) NUMBER? From 1 January 2015 all students will be required to have a USI number to enrol in any VET Certificate Qualifications. This includes your School Certificate Courses. Students are required to apply online and supply their USI number to the school.

It's easy...follow these 6 simple steps

STEP 1: Have at least one form of ID ready: Driver's License Number: ____________________________________ Expiry Date: ______________

Australian Passport: ________________________________________ Expiry Date: ______________

Medicare Card Number and ref number (11 numbers in total): _______________________________

Birth Certificate Number: ___________________________________ Registration Year: __________

Citizenship Certificate Number: ______________________________ Year of Issue: _____________

STEP 2: Have your personal contact details ready: Address, email and/or phone number.

STEP 3: Visit http://www.usi.gov.au and click on 'Create a USI'.

STEP 4: Agree to the terms and conditions and follow the steps.

STEP 5: Write your unique number down and keep it somewhere handy and safe.

STEP 6: Supply your USI number to the school

FOR MORE INFORMATION - Watch this video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=5VG2EbljBJw

If you would like assistance with creating your USI please see Mrs Philippe in the VET Office – and don’t forget to bring along you identification.

Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number

MIRRABOOKA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

A commitment to the prevention and management of bullying

For further information on the prevention of bullying please contact the school

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