BCC Parent Handbook 2015 - Brindabella Christian College

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BRINDABELLA
CHRISTIAN
COLLEGE
BRINDABELLA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
PARENT HANDBOOK LYNEHAM
Updated Jan 2015 | Due for Review January 2016
BRINDABELLA CHRISTIAN COLLEGE PARENT HANDBOOK LYNEHAM
2015
CONTENTS
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ORGANISATION OF THE COLLEGE 2015 , LYNEHAM
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Absence from College
Academic Expectations
Assemblies
Commendation Assemblies
College Hours
College Uniform
Communication with Staff
Community Care
Detentions
Driving to School
Early Learning Centres
Emergency and Health Permission Forms
End of Year Routines
Fee Accounts
First Aid
Hats
Health Information
Homework
Instrumental Music Lessons
Lateness to College
Leaving College Grounds
Locker Policy
Lost Property
Mobile Phone Policy
Money
Newsletters
Notes and Forms
Outdoor Education Years 3 - 12
Out Of School Hours Care
Parent Participation / PIP Program
Parent-Teacher Interviews
Photographs
Play Time Supervision
Policy Documents
Reports on Students’ Progress
Rules and Expectations
Staff and Senior Personnel
Students with Severe Food Allergies
Students’ Excursions
Term Dates
The College P & F Association
Use of the Car Park
Variation of Programs of Study
Visiting Classrooms – By Appointment
Work Experience
Year 11 & 12 Senior College Programme
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ORGANISATION OF THE SCHOOL 2015
EXECUTIVE STAFF
Acting Executive Principal
Acting Head of Campus, Lyneham
Head of Senior School
Acting Head of Middle School
Head of Junior School
Early Learning Centre Director
Director of Learning Resources
Business Manager
Director of Innovation and Design Thinking
Mrs Melanie Spencer
Mrs Susan Jones
Mr Nathan Campbell
Mrs Rebecca Lubilanji
Ms Wendy Thompson
Mrs Katrina Robb
Mrs Rachel Richards
Mrs Rachael Axford
Mrs Lora Bance
NON TEACHING STAFF
Executive Assistant
Front Reception
Student Reception
Marketing/Student Reception
Marketing/Alumni
Enrolments
Property Manager
Counsellor
Chaplaincy
Defence Liaison Officer
Mrs Cherie Hately
Mrs Leanne Sheard
Mrs Michelle Marks
Mrs Anita Stephens
Mrs Nicole Nijskens
Mrs Wendy Shelton
Mr Stephen Joyce
Mrs Linda Perkins
Mrs Katie Godfrey and
Mrs Jessica Roberts
Mrs Kate Wainwright
EARLY LEARNING CENTRE
Director
Assistant Director/Educational Leader/PK
Teacher
PK Teacher:
PK Assistants:
P3 Room Leader:
P3 Assistants:
Additional Staff:
Kitchen Staff:
Mrs Katrina Robb
Mrs Sarah Barrett
Ms Charnel Slater
Ms Daniela Lisacek and
Miss Angel Chung
Mr Kieran Hungerford
Mr Patrick Lubilanji, Linda Gyamfi Awuah
and Qiu Min Nguyen
Ms Asher Adu,Mr Christopher Hilly
Mrs Wendy Newman-Gerwen
and Ms Asher Adu
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PROGRAM MANAGERS
Additional Programs
Mrs Sunday Ciastkowski
Tech Sherpas
Mrs Lora Bance
Curriculum Integration
Careers
Performing Arts Manager
Physical Education/Sport Manager
Mr Ben Archer
Mrs Rachel Richards
Mrs Jessica Roberts
Mr Nathan Campbell
JUNIOR SCHOOL PASTORAL STAFF & CORE SUBJECTS
Year KS
KP
1J
1M
2N
2R
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4
Teachers Assistants
Mrs Gayle Smith
Mrs Hayley de Bruin
Mrs Rebecca Jeffreys
Ms Tina Mitchell
Mrs Jennifer Neish
Mrs Monique Rowson
Ms Wendy Thompson,
Mrs Catherine Beckett & Miss Linda Gall
Mrs Sunday Ciastkowski, Mrs Catherine Dawe
& Mrs Marelize Engelbrecht
Mrs Michelle Taylor & Mr Ralph Whitten
Please note the following core subjects in Years K to 4 are taught by Pastoral teaching staff:
Biblical Living, English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities & Social Science and Introduction to Technology.
Chinese (Mandarin)
Kindergarten
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Mrs Sarah Lim
Mrs Sarah Lim
Mrs Sarah Lim
Mrs Sarah Lim & Mrs May Liu
Mrs Sarah Lim & Mrs May Liu
Music
Kindergarten
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Mrs Debbie Wells
Mrs Debbie Wells
Mrs Debbie Wells
Mrs Jess Roberts
Mrs Debbie Wells
Physical Education
Kindergarten
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Mrs Gayle Smith & Mrs Hayley de Bruin
Mrs Chris Harch
Mrs Monique Rowson & Mr Terry Baskeville
Ms Wendy Thompson & Mrs Chris Harch
Mr Terry Baskerville & Mrs Chris Harch
Library
Kindergarten
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Mrs Sharon Bowers
Mrs Rachel Richards & Mrs Sharon Bowers
Mrs Sharon Bowers
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MIDDLE SCHOOL PASTORAL STAFF
Year 5
6
7D
7B
7W
8S
8W
8VDN
Mrs Rebecca Larsen & Mrs Meagan Clear
Mrs Rebecca Lubilanji, Mrs Alice Shellard
& Mrs Kelly Reeves
Mrs Cecelia Davey
Mr Greg Baines
Mrs Gemma White
Mr Ken Seach
Mr Colin White
Mrs Patricia Van Den Nieuwenhuijzen
Please note the following core subjects in Years 5 and 6 are taught by the Pastoral teacher:
Biblical Living, English, Mathematics, Science and Humanities & Social Science.
Year 7 and 8 students are taught Biblical Living by the Pastoral teacher.
English
Year 7
Year 8
Mathematics
Year 7
Year 8
Science
Year 7
Mrs Anne Spence & Greg Baines
Mrs Catherine Dawe & Mrs Anne Spence
Mrs Cecelia Davey, Mrs Elizabeth Rademaker
& Mr Angus Wijnberg
& Mr Angus Wijnberg
Year 8
Mr Ken Seach, Mrs Cecelia Davey
& Mr Angus Wijnberg
Mrs Cecelia Davey & Mrs Felicity McLure
Chinese (Mandarin)
Year 5 - 8
Mrs May Liu
Design Technology
Year 5
Year 6
Mr Terry Baskerville
Food Technology & Textiles
Year 5
Year 6
Year 7
Year 8
Mrs Elizabeth Rademaker
Mrs Lora Bance
Mrs Lora Bance
Music
Year 5 (NOVA Band)
Year 6
Year 7
Year 8
Mrs Gemma White & Mrs Jessica Roberts
Mrs Alice Shellard & Mrs Debbie Wells
Mrs Gemma White
Mrs Gemma White
Visual Arts
Year 5
Year 6
Year 7
Mrs Rebecca Larsen & Mrs Meagan Clear
Mrs Alice Shellard & Mrs Kelly Reeves
Mr Colin White
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Year 8
Physical Education
Year 5
Year 6
Year 7
Year 8
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Mr Colin White
Mrs Chris Harch & Mrs Meagan Clear
Mrs Chris Harch & Mrs Donne Cloete
Mrs Donne Cloete (girls) &
Mrs Chris Harch (boys)
Mrs Chris Harch (girls) &
Mrs Donne Cloete (boys)
SENIOR SCHOOL CONNECT STAFF
Mrs Anne Spence
Mr Ben Archer
Mr Angus Wijnberg
Mrs Felicity McLure & Mrs Elizabeth Rademaker
Mrs Donne Cloete
Mrs Renee Adams
Mrs Christine Harch
Mrs Jeanette Clayton
Biblical Living
Year 9
Year 10
English
Year 9
Year 10
Mathematics
Year 9
Year 10
Science
Year 9
Year 10
Humanities & Social Science
Year 9
Year 10
Mrs Donne Cloete
Mr Ben Archer
Mr Greg Baines
Mr Greg Baines
Mrs Anne Spence
Mr Angus Wijnberg
Ms Patricia Van Den Nieuwenhuijzen
Mrs Cecelia Davey
Mrs Felicity McLure
Mr Ken Seach
Mrs Felicity McLure
Mr Ben Archer
Mrs Renee Adams
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Careers
Year 9
Mrs Rachel Richards
Year 10
Mrs Rachel Richards
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Year 9 & 10 Elective Subjects
Chinese (Mandarin)
Mrs May Liu
Food & Textiles Technology
Mrs Lora Bance
Food Technology
Mrs Lora Bance
Design Technology
Design & Graphics
Media Studies
Mrs Renee Adams
Informatics & Entrepreneurship
Mr Nathan Campbell
Digital Photography
Mrs Renee Adams
Dance
Mrs Meagan Clear
Drama
Mrs Anne Spence
Music
Mrs Gemma White
Physical Education
Year 9
Year 10
Mrs Donne Cloete & Mrs Chris Harch
Mrs Donne Cloete & Mrs Chris Harch
Year 11 & 12
Religious Studies (T & A)
English (T)
Mathematics (T & A)
Science (T)
Chemistry
Biology
Physics
History (T)
Psychology (T)
Legal Studies (T & A)
Think Tank & Year 11
Research Skills
Media Studies (T)
Exercise Science (T & A)
Mr Nathan Campbell (Line 3)
Mr Ben Archer (Line 1)
Mrs Susan Jones (Line 2)
Mrs Melanie Spencer (Line 2)
Mrs Anne Spence (Line 3)
Mrs Jeanette Clayton (Line 1)
(Line 1&2)
Mrs Felicity McClure (Line 3)
Mrs Cecelia Davey
Mrs Cecelia Davey
Mrs Felicity McLure
Mrs Rebecca Larsen
Mr Ben Archer
Mrs Rachel Richards & Mrs Susan Jones
Mrs Renee Adams
Mrs Donne Cloete
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Digital Photography (T)
Visual Arts (T)
Music (T)
Outdoor Education (T)
Hospitality (T)
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Mr Colin White
Mr Colin White
Mrs Gemma White
Mrs Donne Cloete
Mrs Jennifer Neish
LIBRARY
Library Assistants
Miss Ann Ross, Mrs Sharon Bowers
Mrs Jennie Gibbs, Mr Duncan Sargeant
OUT OF HOURS
SCHOOLCARE
O.O.S.H Director:
O.O.S.H Room Leader
O.O.S.H Assistants:
Mrs Suzanne Janse van Rensburg
Ms Talitha Wilson
Mr Toby Blake,
Ms Emily Thorpe
Mr Joshua Colbourne
Mrs Sue Blake
COLLEGE BOARD
Chair
Members
Mr Jon Hunt-Sharman, Mr David Whittem
Mr Stephen Brissenden, Mrs Joan Armitage,
Mr Peter Crimmins, Mr Greg Zwajgenberg
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Absence from College
OCCASIONAL, SHORT TERM. If known beforehand, a written note by the parent/guardian
to the Pastoral Teacher is requested. Otherwise a telephone call to the College's (Lyneham)
student absence number on 6248 7940 is required by 9.30am.
A hard copy of a written, signed note is to be given to the student’s Pastoral teacher on return to
the College.
LONG TERM - Permission should be sought in writing from the Executive Principal for a
student to be absent on leave for an extended trip (e.g. overseas) Educational materials
may be made available with sufficient notification.
YEAR 11 & 12 – Absences of more than two days due to illness require a medical certificate
for students in Years 11 and 12.
In accordance with Board of Senior Secondary Studies policy, (Section 4.3.8) students in
Years 11 and 12 are required to attend and participate in 90% or more of the scheduled
learning time for each subject unless there is due cause for an absence and adequate
documentary evidence is provided. For further details please refer to the Years 11 and 12
handbook.
Academic Expectations
Students are expected to complete all set work on time and to the best of their ability. If work
cannot be completed by the set date, due to medical reasons or extenuating circumstances,
parents should send a note of explanation (including a medical certificate where appropriate).
Students are responsible for catching up on work missed due to absence. Penalties are
applied at the rate of 5 percent per day for work submitted late without explanation.
Assemblies
Junior School Assemblies are held every Friday at 2.30pm in the Leadership Learning
Centre during which student work displays and Christian worship and prayer occurs. Parents
are invited to attend this assembly, which concludes at 3.10pm.
Middle School Assemblies are held every Wednesday in the Leadership Learning Centre on
a fortnightly timetable. Week 1 assemblies are held at 10.35am-10.55am as part of
Pastoral classes where the focus is on notices and awards. Week 2 assemblies are
held at 9.45am and may include Christian Worship, class presentations, guest speakers,
focus around class values and prayer.
Parents are welcome to attend these
assemblies.
Senior School Assemblies are held on Tuesdays in the Leadership Learning Centre. In
these assemblies addresses are made to the student body, students make
presentations, community information is shared, guest speakers may attend and
Christian worship and prayer occurs. Week 1 assemblies are held at 10.35am-10.55am
as part of Pastoral classes where the focus is on notices and awards. Week 2
assemblies are held at 9.45am and may include Christian Worship, class presentations,
guest speakers, focus around class values and prayer. Parents are welcome t o attend
these assemblies.
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From time to time changes to assemblies are made to accommodate visiting guests or
other timetabled events.
Other assemblies for special occasions (e.g. celebration assemblies, Captains’ Inductions,
Induction of Sports House Captains, Easter and Remembrance Day etc) are held at
appropriate times. Please check the newsletter, website, facebook or phone app for event
notifications.
Celebration Assemblies
Junior, Middle and Senior Schools’ Celebration Assemblies are held as follows:
Term 1 -
Mid Semester Showcase Assemblies.
Term 2 -
Celebration of Effort and Achievement.
Term 3 -
Mid Semester Showcase Assemblies.
Term 4 -
Presentation Night.
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College Hours
LYNEHAM CAMPUS
ELC
8:00am – 6:00pm
K - 10
Classes commence:
8:55am
Lunch 1:
10:55am – 11:25am
Lunch 2:
1:05pm - 1:35pm
Day concludes:
3:15pm
YEARS 11 & 12
Mon, Thurs, Fri
Classes commence:
9:35am *
Lunch 1:
10:55am – 11:15am
Lunch 2:
1:15pm - 1:40pm
Afternoon Tea:
3:25pm – 3:35pm
Day concludes:
4:35pm
*Wednesday classes as per K – 10 times.
*Tuesday classes as set out on the following page.
During Semester 1 students in Year 11 must be at the College by 9.30am each day. Once on
the College grounds they must remain on the College grounds until normal finishing time or
until 4.35 if they have Period 7.
Greater flexibility around arrival and departure for Years 11 and 12 students may occur on
application for ‘flexi-time’ at the beginning of Semester 2 in Year 11 and throughout the year for
year 12.
Year 12 students are expected to arrive at the College 15 mins prior to their first class or for
the Connect period (whichever is first).
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PERIOD TIMES FOR 2015
Lyneham Campus
Years K-8
Monday to Friday
Years 9 -10
Monday - Friday
Year 11
Wednesday
Years 11 &
12
Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday, Friday
Years 11 &
12
Tuesday
Week 1
Years 11 &
12
Tuesday
Week 2
Period 1
Year 11 & 12 to arrive
15 mins before
period 2
8:55-9:45am
9:35 – 10:35
9:45 – 10:35
Assembly
10:35 – 10:55
10:35-10:55
10:55 – 11:15
10:55 –11:15
11:15 –12:15
11:15 –12:15
12:15 – 1:15
12:15 – 1:15
1:15 – 1:40
1:15 – 1:40
1:40 – 2:25
1:40 – 2:25
2:25 – 3:25
2:25 – 3:25
Afternoon
Afternoon
Period 1 (50 mins)
8:55 – 9:45
50 Minutes
Period 2
(50 mins)
Pastoral
time
9:45 – 10:35
10:35 –10:55
(20 mins)
Lunch 1
10:55 – 11:25
(50 mins)
Lunch 2
(30 mins)
Period 5
(50 mins)
Period 6
(50 mins)
Pastoral
time
Lunch 1
(20 mins)
11:25 – 12:15
(50 mins)
Period 4
(60 mins)
(20 mins)
(30 Mins)
Period 3
Period 2
Period 3
(60 mins)
12:15 – 1:05
1:05 – 1:35
1:35 – 2:25
2:25 – 3:15
Period 4
(60 mins)
Lunch 2
(25 mins)
Period 5
(45 mins)
Period 6
(60 mins)
Afternoon
Tea
(10 mins)
Period 7
(60 mins)
Tea
3:25 – 3:35
3:35 – 4:35
Tea
3:25 – 3:35
3:35 – 4:35
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College Uniform
At Brindabella, as part of our mission, we believe one of the ways to instill in students a sense
of discipline and pride in themselves and our College community is to enforce correct wearing
of our College uniform. It also removes teenage peer pressure for ‘brand’ names and the high
cost associated with supplying this type of clothing.
Uniforms are supplied by:
MACDONALDS CHILDRENS WEAR The Jamison Centre
Macquarie Ph: 02 6251 2660
SAVVY School Wear
The G at Gungahlin
Ph: 02 6255 6439
Unit 8/83 Lysaght Street
Mitchell Ph: 6162 1032
The College P & F Association co-ordinates the sale of second hand uniforms (Brindabella
Boutique). Opening hours for 2015 are posted on the door of the front office.
Please note as we rely on parent volunteers, these times are subject to change at short
notice. If you are making a special trip please check with the office. Any other special
opening hours will be communicated to the College community via the weekly newsletter.
Students are expected to wear the correct uniform at all times, including whilst travelling to and
from the College. Parents should ensure that their children wear full College uniform as
specified in the uniform list included in this handbook and for K-4 in the College Organiser. If
any item of uniform cannot be worn on a particular day, an explanatory note must be sent to
the class teacher or pastoral teacher.
All students are to wear the formal uniform on
excursions unless otherwise notified. Senior students wearing incorrect uniform may be
excluded from class until the correct uniform is brought to school by a parent.
Casual Clothes Days
Occasionally students are granted permission to wear casual clothes usually the last day of
some terms as communicated. Where this permission is granted, the following guidelines
must be adhered to:
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All clothing should be modest and appropriate for sun safety.
Shirts should cover shoulders (no ‘spaghetti straps’, muscles shirts or singlets).
Boys’ and girls’ shorts should be mid-thigh to knee length (no short shorts).
Skirts should be at or on the knee.
Hats should be worn.
Offensive logos should not be worn.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
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The only items of jewellery permitted are watches, plain metal studs or sleepers (not
patterned, not coloured) in ears and one, plain flat finger ring.
No nose studs or facial piercings are permitted, including no clear studs.
Joggers are for PE only. Skate shoes and canvas shoes are not permitted.
Makeup is not a part of the uniform for students up to Year 10. In Years 11 and 12 girls
may wear discreet (foundation and mascara only) make-up that does not draw attention to
the face.
No coloured nail polish is permitted, with the exception of clear polish.
Kindergarten to Year 10, hair is to be neat and tidy and all long hair tied back fully off
the face. Year 11 and 12 students need to tie hair back for Science and practical classes.
No skivvies or coloured T-shirts are to be worn under school shirts. A singlet o r p l a i n
w h i t e T - s h i r t under the shirt and jumper is encouraged for warmth during winter.
Length of skirts - knee length.
Shoes must be black leather lace-ups of a suitably sturdy style with properly formed arch
and heel, no large or high heels (max height 3cm.) Junior School Students with fine
motor difficulty may wear Velcro upon application to the Head of Department.
Sports shoes should be predominantly white.
College navy parkas may not be worn in classrooms.
College long trousers and shorts must be the designated College brand.
(Available from MacDonalds Childrens Wear and SAVVY School Wear.)
Senior School students need to bring their blazer to school each day. During Terms 2 and 3
Senior School blazers are to be worn to and from school.
General guidelines can also be found in the front of the College student organiser for
students in Years K-4, in the Middle School and Senior School handbook and on the
College Website for students in Years K-12.
JUNIOR GIRLS UNIFORM
SUMMER
College dress - blue check
Short white socks
College hat -navy broad brim or navy bucket style hat embroidered with College emblem
Black, leather lace up shoes (no more than 3cm heel) – see important notes
WINTER
College pinafore OR navy 'Scags' pants
White long sleeved shirt
Navy tie with College emblem
Navy tights or long, plain navy socks
Red woollen v-neck jumper embroidered with College emblem
(Optional - College navy parka with College emblem)
College hat -embroidered navy broad brim or navy bucket style hat with College emblem
(Optional outdoor wear - plain navy beanie, navy scarf, navy
gloves - Terms 2 & 3 only)
Black, leather lace up shoes
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JUNIOR BOYS' UNIFORM – Lyneham
SUMMER
College navy shorts
White short-sleeved shirt
Black leather lace up shoes – see important notes
Long navy socks with College red/white stripe
College hat - embroidered navy broad brim or navy bucket style hat with College emblem
WINTER
College navy 'Scags' trousers
White long sleeved shirt
Navy tie with College logo
Black, leather lace up shoes – see important notes
Long navy socks
Red woollen v-neck jumper embroidered with College emblem
(Optional - College navy parka with emblem)
(Optional - navy beanie -Terms 2 & 3 only, navy scarf)
BOYS' & GIRLS' JUNIOR SPORTS UNIFORM – Lyneham
College navy basketball shorts
Red, white and blue polo shirt with embroidered College emblem
Short white socks
Cross trainers or running shoes with a thick sole, predominantly white
Navy, red and white College tracksuit with embroidered College emblem
MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS' UNIFORM
SUMMER
College red tartan skirt
College white short sleeve blouse with navy trim and emblem
Black leather lace up shoes (less than 3cm heel)
Short white socks
College hat – embroidered navy broad brim or navy bucket style hat with College emblem
WINTER
College red tartan skirt or College long navy 'Scags' pants
White long sleeve blouse
Navy tie with College logo
Red woollen jumper with embroidered College emblem
Navy tights or long plain navy socks
Black leather lace up shoes (less than 3cm heel)
Optional navy beanie/navy gloves/navy scarf - Terms 2 & 3 only
Optional - College navy parka with emblem
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MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS' UNIFORM
SUMMER
College navy shorts or navy 'Scags' trousers
College Chambray short sleeved shirt with College emblem
Black leather lace up shoes
Short navy socks may be worn with trousers
Long navy socks with red/white stripe are to be worn with shorts
WINTER
College navy 'Scags' trousers
College Chambray shirt with College emblem
Navy tie with College emblem
Navy socks
Red woollen jumper with embroidered College emblem
(Optional - College navy parka with emblem)
(Optional navy beanie/navy gloves/navy scarf - Terms 2 & 3 only)
BOYS' & GIRLS' MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS UNIFORM
Navy, red and white polo shirt with embroidered College emblem
Short white socks
SENIOR SCHOOL GIRLS' UNIFORM
SUMMER
College red tartan skirt
College white short sleeve blouse with red trim and emblem
College navy long, ‘Scags’ pants
Black, leather lace up shoes (less than 3cm heel)
Short white socks
College hat - embroidered navy broad brim or Senior College bucket hat with red trim
College blazer must be brought to school each day as it may be required for special events
College blazer is always to be the outermost garment for warmth
WINTER
College red tartan skirt or College navy long 'Scags' pants
White fitted long sleeve blouse
Red tartan tie
Navy v-neck woollen jumper with embroidered College emblem
Navy tights or long plain navy socks
Black, leather lace up shoes (less than 3cm heel)
College blazer to be worn
College hat Yr 9/10- Senior College bucket hat with red trim
(Optional plain navy beanie/navy gloves/navy scarf for Terms 2 & 3 only)
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SENIOR SCHOOL BOYS' UNIFORM
SUMMER
College navy shorts or navy trousers
Oxford white short sleeved shirt with College emblem
Red tartan tie
College blazer must be brought to school each day as it may be required for a special event
College long socks with red/white stripe (with shorts), short socks may be worn with trousers
College hat Yr 9/10 - embroidered navy broad brim or Senior College bucket hat with red trim
WINTER
College navy trousers
Oxford white long sleeved shirt with College emblem
Long navy socks
Red tartan tie
Black, leather lace up shoes
Plain navy woollen v-neck jumper embroidered with College emblem
College blazer to be worn.
College hat Yr 9/10 – embroidered navy broad brim or Senior College bucket hat with red trim
Optional plain navy beanie/navy gloves/navy scarf – (Terms 2 & 3 only)
Yr 11 & 12 – Winter Scarf & Vest optional
BOYS' & GIRLS' SENIOR SCHOOL SPORTS UNIFORM
Navy, red and white polo shirt with embroidered College emblem
Short white socks
College hat - embroidered navy broad brim or Senior College bucket hat with red trim
Yr 11 & 12 – Winter Scarf & Vest optional
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Communication with Staff
Parents are encouraged to keep in contact with staff and this may be done in a variety of
ways. Parents are asked to telephone the office, write a note in the student organiser (K-4) or
write a letter to request an appointment time with a teacher. Parents may also contact their
child’s
teacher
via
email
on
[email protected],
[email protected],
[email protected] or [email protected]. Please mark the email to the specific staff
member in the subject box e.g. ATTN: Mr Seach. Staff members will respond in a timely
manner. For urgent matters please also make phone contact.
Parent - teacher interviews are conducted twice per year in afternoons and evenings, details of
which are published in the Newsletter.
Community Care
The College emphasises this as a practical outworking of the Christian Gospel. All students
undertake community care as part of Biblical Living courses. Senior students are also required
to undertake out-of-school-hours community care.
Each year, one or two major projects are organised to raise money on a larger scale (e.g.
‘40 Hour Famine’) Non-uniform days may be held once a term within the College to raise
money for designated charities.
One Middle School student is rostered on each day as the ‘roll runner’ to assist in the Student
Reception, to deliver messages and undertake administrative duties as directed.
Year 10 and Year 12 students participate in an annual service retreat.
Detentions
Class infringements, minor infractions, homework not done, etc. may all result in students
being detained to do extra work or complete work set. Junior, Middle and Senior school
homework detentions operate during lunchtime. Serious offences may result in students being
detained after school, in which case, parents will be telephoned and suitable arrangements
made. In more serious cases, the Executive Principal, Head of Campus or Deputy Head of
Campus may arrange for students to be detained on Saturday mornings.
Driving to School
Students in Years 11 and 12 who hold a valid ACT (or equivalent) driver’s licence may drive to
school. These students must agree to abide by all State and Territory laws regarding driving
and adhere to speed limits within the College car park. For further details please refer to the
Year 11 and 12 handbook. Students are not permitted to park in the St Ninian’s car park.
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Early Learning Centres
The College has two Early Learning Centres (ELC). Both the Lyneham and Charnwood
campuses operate under the direction of Mrs Katrina Robb. The curriculum, “Emergent
Curriculum”, is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. This simply means that our
stimulating and innovative play based curriculum builds upon the children’s interests.
The Lyneham ELC accepts children from ages 3 to 6 and the maximum number of children
attending per session is 20 with two staff members in each PK (Pre-kinder 4 y/o) and P3
(Playschool 3 y/o) class, in accordance with licensing requirements. Please refer to the
Charnwood Parent Handbook for details about the Charnwood ELC.
Emergency and Health Permission Forms
These are filled in by parents shortly after enrolment through the front office and are
processed to an electronic database. They are sent home once per year for checking and
updating.
It is essential that any change to students’ status re health is notified as soon as
possible to the front office. It is also imperative that we have up to date contact
information at all times. All children with diagnosed asthma need to supply a copy of
their asthma plan as supplied by their doctor.
Students with allergies and/or
anaphylaxis are also required to have an emergency management plan.
NB. It is important for parents to notify any changes of address, employment, phone numbers,
mobiles, fax numbers etc to the school office immediately.
End of Year Routines
These vary according to the nature and size of classes and opportunities which occur.
Regular functions are Year 4, Year 8 , Year 10 and Year 12 graduation services, the Year 12
Service Retreat, Year 12 Farewell Carnival, Presentation Night, and the traditional end of year
student excursion where parents are asked to pay or contribute to the associated costs. Full
details are notified in the newsletter and through notices sent home ahead of time. End of year
reports are available for collection at the Presentation Evening.
Fee Accounts
Fee accounts are posted at the beginning of each year or in the first week of a new
enrolment and statements of account are sent out monthly. Fees are due by the second Friday
of each term. Arrangements can be made through the Business Manager, Mrs Rachael Axford,
for instalment and direct debit payment plans. A late fee will be charged for outstanding fees.
Parents who have difficulty with particular fees should approach the Business Manager.
Insufficient notice for the withdrawal of a student will incur a term’s fees in lieu of notice.
Please refer to ‘College Fees’ on our website for further details.
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First Aid
The student office staff who are all trained in first aid are the first point of contact for first aid
treatment. All staff undergo basic first aid training, upgrading each year. If a student suffers
an accident or injury in the yard, the teacher on duty will refer the student to the student
reception for appropriate assessment and treatment. If hospitalisation or further medical
attention is needed, parents are telephoned and advice taken. If the situation is an emergency,
staff will arrange for the student to be transported to hospital by ambulance.
Hats
The College has a strict hat policy as we are a ‘Sun Smart School’, which operates all year
round. Students may wear either a broad brim College hat or a bucket hat with College logo
on (Senior bucket hat has a red trim). A plain navy blue ‘beanie’ may be worn in Terms 2 and
3.
A College hat must be worn at all times when students are outside classrooms (unless the
student is simply moving from classroom to classroom) in the months January-May & AugustDecember. Physical Education staff have discretion to allow students to remove hats while
playing sport.
UV levels start to drop away in Canberra between late May and early August. To maintain
healthy Vitamin D levels school hats and sunscreen will not be required during the College day
in the months of June & July only.
Health Information
See ‘Emergency Health and Permission Forms’.
For an intensive field exercise or outdoor education program, particular information may be
sought occasionally to supplement staff knowledge.
Homework
In the early years of Junior School, homework is a time to encourage students to practise
reading with parents, mathematics and to learn simple spelling words. As children move
through Years K-4, the homework tasks will include learning of spelling words and sound
patterns, revising classwork, preparing for future lessons as well as the encouragement of a
regular reading habit.
Overall, the main aim of homework in the Junior years is to encourage the students to develop
good study and organisation skills. The school places importance on homework as a vital
adjunct to classroom teaching. The completion of regular homework tasks is seen as a way in
which students might achieve better results because work covered in class is revised and
clarified. It is important that parents ensure its effectiveness with each student by supporting
the homework program. Practical experience suggests that those who have developed good
homework skills have achieved higher academic results. Good homework habits also assist in
the development of a more disciplined attitude in later life.
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Flipped Learning:
Some classes may operate in a ‘flipped learning’ environment. Simply, this is a learning
program where homework is preparation for the next day’s class time and class time is spent
on mastery of concepts with significant input from a teacher. An example of flipped learning
might occur where a teacher assigns students to view or read information at home which they
will apply to their learning the next day.
Students vary in their capabilities and needs, but the following is a rough guide to how much
homework should be done each week:
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Kindergarten:
Year 1-2 students:
Year 3 students:
Year 4 students:
Year 5 students:
Year 6 students:
Year 7 students:
Year 8 students:
Year 9 students:
Year 10 students:
Year 11-12 students:
10 minutes per night each week night
Up to 3 hours per night each week night
There will be times during the peak periods of any semester when greater homework time is
required (e.g. as term tests and final assignments draw near). However, if students are
consistently doing more than the recommended hours the teachers should be contacted to
ascertain the reasons for this. Similarly, if students are not doing the minimum suggested it is
possible that they are not fulfilling their obligations, and the relevant staff should be notified.
Each student in Kindergarten – Year 4 receives a diary ('student organiser') at the beginning
of the year and students in Year 5 – 12 use digital organisers such as Outlook. These
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At the conclusion of every lesson the student records the homework set, and its due
date, the subject teacher checking that this has been done.
If the homework is not completed, the subject teacher records this in the organizer
(K-4) for the benefit of the parents. Parents of older students will be contacted.
Homework may have to be completed during the lunch hour.
Parents may use the organiser to communicate with staff (K-4).
Different subjects will require different homework practices Maths and LOTE
(Language other than English) may require homework every night following a lesson to
allow consistent progress. Practical subjects may not require homework every night,
but time may have to be allocated by students when a project is due. It is important for
homework in practical subjects such as Food Technology that the student has all
essential equipment for each lesson.
Parents may assist with homework in a variety of ways by:
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Providing an agreeable environment in terms of space, facilities and atmosphere;
Taking an active interest in what is being attempted, and whether it is completed
satisfactorily;
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Assisting with problems, without actually doing the homework;
Monitoring the organiser and taking note of potential problem areas (K-4).
Irrespective of the subject, students need to develop the habit of writing accurately in their
digital calendars and organisers in class and from one lesson to the next. If students are
absent for any reason, it is their responsibility to catch up on the classwork and homework for
each subject. If necessary they will need to check with individual class teachers.
If students are unable to complete homework they must bring a note from a parent explaining
the circumstances.
Assignments must be prepared and handed in on time, as marks will be deducted for late
submissions. Up to 50% of the total marks allocated may be deducted following the due date
at the rate of 5% per day. Assignments must be completed, however late that may be, and will
be appropriately assessed. Assignments are set to allow long term planning, but such
assignments require immediate attention, and extensions may not be granted without proper
reason and procedure.
Years 11 & 12
In accordance with Board of Senior School Studies Policy (Section 4.3.10) the penalty for late
submission is 5% of possible marks per calendar day late, including weekends and public
holidays, until a national zero is reached. If an item is more than 7 days late, it receives a
national zero.
Instrumental Music Lessons
Lessons are offered for an additional fee in the following instruments: Violin, Cello, Guitar,
Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Drums, Piano and Voice. Instrumental
teachers’ phone numbers are available from the front office. Guidelines are issued to
parents and a contract is entered into between the parent and the peripatetic teacher. If an
instrument is to be hired from the College, a fee and deposit are required.
Please contact the Director of Performing Arts, Mrs Jessica Roberts.
Lateness to College
Students arriving late to College should have a letter of explanation from parents.
Until 9.05am, (up to 9.40am Years 11 & 12) students should go directly to their first lesson,
but may be required to make up lost time during lunch.
After 9.05am, (after 9.40am Years 11 & 12) students must obtain a late slip from the student
reception. Students in Years K - 8 should take this to their class teacher; students in Years 9 12 should take it to the Head of Senior School. Students will not be admitted to the first lesson
if they do not have a valid reason for lateness. They will be required to make up missed times
during lunchtimes or after school. From Semester 2 of Year 11 and throughout Year 12
students must arrive at school 15 minutes prior to their first lesson or Pastoral (whichever
occurs first) and they may sign out at the end of their last timetabled class of the day.
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Leaving College Grounds
Students from Kindergarten to Year 10 are not permitted to leave the College grounds
between 8.55am and 3.15pm unless accompanied by a parent or on official College business
(accompanied by staff) and for which a permission note has been obtained.
Students remaining at school after 3.15pm for co-curricular activities are not permitted to leave
the College grounds until the completion of the activity.
During Semester 1 Year 11 students must remain on the College grounds during normal
school hours.
Leaving College during the day.
Students should have a note written by parents. Parents should sign out their student from
the student reception and the duty runner will then collect the student from their class.
Students who return later in the day should also sign in at the office.
Locker Policy
Lockers are available for the use of some Middle School and all Senior School students.
Lockers are the property of BCC. The College will provide a combination lock to secure each
locker. Access rights to lockers remain with the College and with individual students. A
master key will be kept at the front office.
School bags must be left in lockers during the day and may not be taken into the classrooms.
Lockers may only be accessed at break times. If a student leaves their lock unlocked and the
lock goes missing the student is responsible for a replacement lock.
Lost Property
If an item is found it should be brought to the student reception. Lost property, which is
named, will be returned to the owner as soon as possible. Un-named lost property is retained
until the end of the current term and then forwarded to an appropriate charity.
PLEASE NAME ALL ITEMS OF CLOTHING/LUNCH BOXES/DRINK BOTTLES.
Mobile Phone Policy
In order to ensure effective focus and deliberation on the teaching, instruction and social
interaction at Brindabella Christian College, it is believed that this is best served without the
use of distractions such as mobile phones. The following policy has been developed to
enhance the learning environment and support the Student Welfare Policy at the College.
Bringing mobile phones to school is discouraged in K-Year 8. However, because we recognise
some families use these to communicate whilst their child is using public transport, students who
must bring a phone should keep it off and securely stored in their bag in the classroom
throughout the school day. Students in Years 9-12 should have their phones off and out of sight.
Should phones be seen or heard they will be confiscated. Students in Years 9-12 may use their
phones for educational purposes but only after seeking permission from a member of staff.
Phones are not to be used on the playground or in classrooms for social purposes. Students
and parents wishing to contact each other MUST do so through student reception so that lines
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of communication remain clear.
The College does not take any responsibility for any mobile phones brought to school.
Money
On the rare occasions that money is needed e.g. for a non-uniform day, students should keep
it on their person, not in bags or bag-bays. If it is a payment for fees or anything else
substantial it should be lodged at the front office at the beginning of the day. The College
cannot accept responsibility for money which is retained in student bags and wallets. Money
and other valuables may be passed in to the front office at any time for safekeeping.
Newsletters
These are available fortnightly commencing the first week of each term and are loaded on
our website by Thursday (www.bcc.act.edu.au). Other information of interest to parents is
circulated on the phone app, Facebook and circulated through email.
Notes and Forms
Every year we request that each family complete the information update form. This will also
include a section to sign for general excursions. The College will notify parents as fully and as
often as possible of special programs and excursions off College premises. Signed permission
for major, extended excursions will be sought. Copies of permission notes are posted on the
College website www.bcc.act.edu.au
Outdoor Education Years 3-12
Camps for Years 3 to 12 are held in the first term and are a compulsory part of the curriculum.
Camp fees are added to the fee statement.
Out Of School Hours Care
The College operates an after school care program from 3:15pm to 6:00pm. Enrolment forms
are available from the s c hool we b s it e. A holiday care program is also run in the April,
July and September/October holidays. During the Christmas holidays a program is run for
two weeks immediately after school finishes in December and two weeks before school
commences in January. The holiday program operates from 8:30am till 5:00pm Monday to
Friday.
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Parent Participation
The College is always keen to encourage parent helpers through our 'Valued Volunteer
Program' as well as assistance in classrooms e.g. reading program.
• Parent Involvement Program
The Parent Involvement Program (PIP) provides an opportunity for parents to make a
significant contribution to the running of the College either through voluntary work or
separate financial contribution. This voluntary work is a wonderful way for parents to be a
part of their children's education and the BCC community.
Parents have the option of either performing a minimum of 12 hours of voluntary work, or
paying the levy - set at $330 for 2015.
The types of work are wide and varied and can cover both the classroom, student related
activities and/or the College's physical infrastructure (such as working bees, maintenance
and the like). Any assistance will be counted. Parents are encouraged to discuss any
concerns and alternatives with the Business Manager at the College.
Administration of PIP will be as simple as possible, and based on an honour system.
Forms can be collected from the Administration Office. Forms may also be downloaded
from our BCC website www.bcc.act.edu.au
Child protection screening will be required for all voluntary work where parents are involved
with children. Forms for this are available from the Administration Office.
Parent-Teacher Interviews
See 'COMMUNICATION WITH STAFF.'
Photographs
A team of professional photographers takes College photos for class groups and individuals in
first semester. Sporting team photographs are taken in second semester. Students are
expected to wear full uniform for the photo sitting and the appropriate sport uniform for the
sport photos. A schedule of times for photographs is published in advance. The photographs
are sold on a pre-paid basis and parents are asked to send money to school in envelopes for
payment to the photographers on the day. Full details are issued through the newsletter ahead
of time.
PlayTime Supervision
BEFORE SCHOOL - A staff member is officially on duty from 8.25am.
Staff cannot accept responsibility for students in the school grounds before that time.
LUNCH 1 -10.55am to 11.25am
Five staff members are on duty, supervising the quadrangle, basketball court, oval and Senior
Building.
LUNCH 2 - 1.05pm to 1.35pm
Five staff members are on duty, supervising the quadrangle, basketball court, oval and Senior
Building.
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AFTER SCHOOL - From 3.15pm
Staff members supervise the car park, the quadrangle and the front of College where buses
collect children. These staff are on duty until 3.35pm or until the last bus has departed.
Students are not permitted to remain in the playground after school.
The oval and basketball court and ALL playground equipment are not available to
students before and after school. On wet days, the oval is closed and students advised.
The staff member normally on duty in this area moves into the quadrangle to assist with
supervision.
Policy Documents
Policy documents are available on request from the Office.
Reports on Students’ Progress
A full written report of progress in each Key Learning Area is sent to parents at the conclusion
of each semester. At the end of first and third terms (mid semester), brief reports are
issued to Middle School students and Senior School students giving a general indicator of
progress. These comment on achievement and attitude. The purpose of these reports is to
provide information so that parents may meaningfully discuss progress with staff during
parent/teacher interviews. Throughout the year students produce portfolios, participate in
learning journey’s (Kindergarten) and conduct three – way student/teacher conferencing (Year
5/6).
Rules and Expectations
These are made clear to students by staff at the beginning of each year. A comprehensive list
of these rules and regulations is printed in the front of the student organiser and published on
the College website. Focus in the College will be directed towards:
R.O.C.K.:
Please reinforce these values with your children at home.
RESPECT
OBEDIENCE
CONFIDENCE and
KINDNESS
Staff Senior Personnel
The first point of contact is the class Connect teacher. If any parent wishes to discuss more
specific matters of importance they should contact the Head of Department, prior to
contacting the Deputy Head of Campus, Head of Campus or Executive Principal (unless
the situation is of a critical nature)
Mrs Melanie Spencer
Acting Head of Campus, Lyneham
Mrs Susan Jones
Head of Senior School
Mr Nathan Campbell
Acting Head of Middle School
Mrs Rebecca Lubilanji
Head of Junior School
Mrs Wendy Thompson
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All staff have responsibility for certain areas of the school program. Advice on the best person
to contact can be given by the Front Office Reception.
Students with Severe Food Allergies
We have several students with severe life threatening allergies to peanuts and all food
derivatives thereof.
All nut products are therefore prohibited at the College.
The children concerned have life threatening allergies and staff have been trained to supply
emergency medical assistance should an accident occur. We wish to maintain a nut free zone
in the College and we hope all parents will do their utmost to assist us to make these students’
education as trouble free as possible.
Students’ Excursions
Staff plan these at various times for all students in the College focusing on a particular aspect
of the educational program. As far as possible, these are signaled in the calendar, which is
published as part of the newsletter and on the website and phone app. A letter setting out
details of the excursion is sent home. All excursions (other than for the Outdoor Education
Program and Senior School retreats) that form part of the educational program are included in
school fees and will not be charged separately.
Term Dates
Following are the term dates for the Year 2015: - Lyneham
Orientation Days
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Tuesday January 27
Wednesday January 28
Term 1
Thursday January 29
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Friday April 10
Term 2
Monday April 27
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Friday June 26
Term 3
Monday July 20
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Friday September 25
Term 4
Monday October 12
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Friday December 4
The College P & F Association
The Brindabella Christian College Parents and Friends Association is a non-profit organisation
of parents, staff and friends of the College who have a genuine interest in the aims of the
College and are prepared to support the College practically, prayerfully and financially. A copy
of the Association’s Constitution and contact list of Association Executive members is
available from the Front Office upon request.
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Use of the Car Park
Parents are welcome to use the College car park for delivery and pick up of children and are
urged to take the utmost caution in entering and leaving the car park.
• An absolute speed limit of 10 km/h applies at all times.
• No right turn is permitted from the car park during the times of 8.30-9.30am and
3.00 - 4.00pm.
• Please pick up and set down children in the designated Kiss and Drop areas only (at
the northern end of the carpark as you enter from Brigalow Street).
Please do not stop in places which clearly prevent the smooth flow of traffic.
• Please note there is NO PARKING allowed on St. Ninian’s Church grounds or verges on
Brigalow Street.
• Senior student parking is permitted in the car park.
The car park is particularly busy from 3pm to 3.25pm each afternoon. Staff and parents are
asked to report any incidents of unsafe driving to the Principal.
Variation of Programs of Study
Programs of study are set to comply with the ACT Every Chance to Learn Curriculum
Framework for ACT Schools, the Australian Curriculum Preschool to Year 10 and the
Board of Senior School Studies Year 11 and 12.
Any parental request for variation to a
student’s program of study should be directed in writing to the Principal supported with
appropriate certification e.g. a medical certificate.
Visiting Classrooms - By Appointment
Parents are welcome to visit classrooms to see programs of instruction, but it is expected that
prior arrangements should be made with the classroom teacher or Head of Department.
Teaching programs can often be disrupted by arrival and departure of visitors, and children
sometimes are particularly distracted if their own parents come in without notice.
Parents who wish to assist with the instructional program in the classroom are asked to make
an appointment with the Head of Department as previously listed, who will be happy to discuss
how this could best be done.
Work Experience
All Year 10 students are encouraged to undertake one week of work experience during the
mid-year break. This is carefully organised and planned so that the necessary documentation
is completed. Participation in this program forms part of the Year 10 Biblical Living
assessment. Students who do not undertake work experience will complete an additional
research assignment task.
Year 11 & 12 Senior College Programme
Refer to Senior College Handbook available from the Head of Senior School, the front office or
on the College website.
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Thank you for reading this booklet.
If you have suggestions as to other items which
could be included for parents’ benefit, please
speak or write to:
Mrs Melanie Spencer
Brindabella Christian College
136 Brigalow Street, Lyneham
PO Box 5103, Lyneham ACT 2602
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 02 6247 4644
Fax: 02 6247 0287
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