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Brigidine College Indooroopilly A Kildare Ministries School in the Brigidine Tradition

PARENT HANDBOOK

College PrayerBrigid, you were a woman of peace,

You brought harmony where there was conflict,You brought light into darkness,

You brought hope to the downcast.May the mantle of your peace

Cover those who are troubled and anxiousAnd may peace be firmly rooted in our hearts and in our world.

Inspire us to act justly and reverence all God has made.Brigid, you were are voice for the wounded and the weary.

Strengthen what is weak within us.Calm us into a quietness that heals and listens.

May we grow each day into greater wholeness in mind, body and spirit.Amen.

Strength and GentlenessBrigidine College Indooroopilly Parent Handbook 2020

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Contents

Welcome, College Mission Statement, Core Values and College Motto 4

Brigidine Education 5

Academic Curriculum 6

Formation of Brigidine Women 8

Student Wellbeing; Child Protection and Safety Contacts 9

Expectations of Students: 10

Uniform 11

Punctuality and Attendance 12

The College Environment 13

Illegal Substances 13

Information and Communication Technologies 14

Tullow Centre 15

Outline of Fees 16

Parental Involvement 18

Communication 19

Travel Information 21

College Routines 22

Term Dates 23

Welcome to our Brigidine CommunitySecondary School is a ‘journey’ for both students and parents. This Parent Handbook aims to provide useful information and advice. Please take the time to read it carefully. There are many other chan-nels of communication available for use between school and home and it is every parents’ responsi-bility to keep up to date with this information. The more you know about College life, the richer the experience of secondary school will be for both you and your daughter.

College Mission StatementWe follow the example of St Brigid, a woman of vision and courage, who actively challenged the so-cial, political and cultural structures of her time.

We commit ourselves to the education and empowerment of young women within the framework and challenge of the Catholic philosophy.

Brigidine College Core ValuesIn living our vision, we seek to:

Be faithful to our Catholic heritage

Welcome all people, especially the most vulnerable

Celebrate all that is good with joy and gratitude

Engender a love of learning, hope and a sense of purpose

Image and practise justice and service.

College MottoFortiter et Suaviter -

Strength and Gentleness



Brigidine EducationBrigidine College is a cohesive learning community which aims to foster the development of Catholic faith and spirituality, and to em-power our young women to create a more just society. The College is committed to following the Melbourne Declaration on Education-al Goals for Young Australians. Galvanized by our motto, Strength and Gentleness, the College is a faith and learning community where:

• The teaching and learning occurs in a collaborative and cooper-ative atmosphere. Your daughter is encouraged and supported to develop her academic strengths.

• An integrated Wellbeing Program and Solas Bhride experience aims to develop your daughter’s wellbeing. The Wellbeing Pro-gram has a focus on the formation of Brigidine young women in the areas of self-awareness, positive relationships, growth mindset and student agency.

• Digital engagement and integrated eLearning offers opportunities for your daughter to discern and critique how best to learn and create for the future.

• Compulsory religious education classes are an integral part of the timetabled academic curricu-lum. All girls are expected to be fully engaged in all classes.

• Students actively participate in liturgical experiences. Opportunities are available to celebrate the Sacraments including weekly, House and whole school Masses and Liturgies. Every effort is made to ensure students of other faiths become familiar with Catholic school culture and prac-tices in the spirit of inclusivity. Retreats are arranged for each year level.

• Beliefs are actioned through practical service such as community building activities within the College, community service within our wider community, as well as voluntary membership of service groups like Justice and Democracy and St Vincent de Paul.

• A wide range of cocurricular activities are offered to balance and extend the breadth of the Bri-gidine educational experience. See the Cocurricular offerings on the College website.

• Parents are encouraged to join the College in celebrating community occasions such as Open-ing Mass, Awards and Acknowledgement Evening, House Masses or Liturgies and other special Assemblies.

• All stakeholders are responsible for building a community spirit within the College. Be active. Be involved. Be part of Brigidine.

Academic CurriculumA twenty-first century education at Brigidine College fosters a love of lifelong learning. It is where change and the effective use of the latest technology encourages students to: learn to know; learn to do; learn to live together; and learn to be. (Four Pillars for Education in 21st Century)

The Brigidine College academic curriculum:

• aims to develop self-reflecting independent learning• commits to gospel values of justice and service• provides for a student centred learning environment• affirms the dignity and sacredness of all people• provides for independence through inquiry, analysis and transformation• nurtures and encourages each person’s po-

tential and giftedness

Subject Information

Information about the subjects that students will study can be viewed on the College web-site https://www.brigidine.qld.edu.au/Curric-ulum

In Year 7, students are placed in a class group-ing, which means they will be with the same group of students for all their classes in Year 7. As part of the Middle Years Phase of Learning (Years 7-9) girls are provided with integrated learning options that deepen and enrich liter-acy, numeracy and digital skills across all areas.

Expectations

When students enter the College but especially throughout Year 7, students are supported to devel-op skills around organisation and time management, as they learn to manage the classroom, home-work and assessment expectations for a number of different subjects.

All students are expected to undertake home study each night, which could include:

• Completing homework• Taking notes from the day’s lessons• Revising notes and work• Reading• Working on assignments


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The following is a guide for the recommended daily study time in each year level:

Year 7 30-45 minutesYear 8 45-60 minutesYears 9-10 1.5-2 hoursYears 11-12 2.5-3 hours

Assessment dates can be viewed on the Assessment-Upcoming tab in SEQTA Learn and SEQTA En-gage at the start of each term. Please take the time to go through this with your daughter each term and assist her to organise her planning. This very valuable exercise not only keeps you informed of your daughter’s schedule but can be a great opportunity to assist her in developing good time man-agement and organisational skills as she plans for her upcoming assessment.

This Assessment portal has links to the College Assessment Policy as well as information regarding the Consequences of Non-Submission of Assessment and Procedures to follow due to Illness.

Consequences of Non-Submission of Assessment Procedures to follow due to Illness

Formation of Brigidine Young WomenThe College provides a range of opportunities for young women to flourish – shaping women of our time. Students at Brigidine participate in a weekly timetabled lesson that has a focus on the forma-tion of the Brigidine young woman. The Formation Program is inspired by the Kildare Ministries val-ues of: Hospitality, Justice, Wonder, Courage, Compassion and Hope. The essence of the Formation Program is closely related to the work of the Pastoral Leaders in each of the College Houses.

The Formation Program is part of the whole school approach to student wellbeing in the Brigidine context. There is a purposeful link made between pastoral care and academic care to enhance the learning opportunities and successes for all students. A key objective of the Formation Program is to develop the values and qualities of the Brigidine young woman and foster a sense of belonging and connectedness at the College.

The Program embeds the philosophy of positive education and positive psychology to enhance cog-nitive engagement, emotional awareness, social connectedness, and a sense of meaning and accom-plishment. Over the 6 years of a student’s education at Brigidine, they will experience a scaffolded Program that is suited to their stage of adolescent development. This Formation Program is commit-ted to the principles of the Melbourne Declaration on Educational Goals for Young Australians and fulfils the requirements of the Australian Curriculum Personal and Social General Capability.

Solas Bhride (The Light of Brigid) is a vital component of the Formation Program where students are given the opportunity to reflect and grow in all aspects of: Self-awareness, positive relationships, growth mindset and student agency. The experiences range from a 2 day program at an off-campus location or a 3 day overnight camp, depending on the year level.


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Student WellbeingThere are many support networks available at Brigidine College that students and parents can access with regard to College life. In the first instances, we ask you to contact your daughter’s Home Room Teacher with regards to pastoral matters. Curriculum matters should be addressed initially to the individual Subject Teacher. When required, Middle Leaders, Coordinators, Deputies and/or Counsel-lors will follow through to ensure your daughter receives the appropriate support.

Academic Care Pastoral CareSubject Teacher Home Room Teacher

↓ ↓Curriculum Leader Pastoral Leader

↓ ↓Senior and Middle Years

Program Leader ↓↓ ↓

Deputy Principal Curriculum(DPC)

Deputy Principal Students (DPS)

↓ ↓ Principal

Child Protection and Safety ContactsStudent Protection Officer: Deputy Principal Students Melinda Egan (07) 3002 0615

Student Contacts: Counsellors Simone Firmin-Sarra/Tania Munro (07) 3002 0621

College Principal: Brendan Cahill (07) 3870 7225

Chair of College Board: Robyn Killoran 0417 781 641

Other:

Kids Help Line: 1800 551 800 www.kidshelp.com.auQld Dept of Child Safety www.childsafety.qld.gov.auQld Commission of Children & Young People www.childcomm.qld.gov.auPolicelink Qld 131 444



Expectations of StudentsThe College prides itself on providing a holistic education for girls; combining the spiritual, pastoral, ac-ademic, behavioural, physical and cultural dimensions of learning. This holistic approach inspires young women to constructively contribute to the world in which they live.

All students should regard themselves and other persons with dignity and respect and understand the importance of cooperating in a diverse community. In addition, students should respect their own prop-erty, the property of others, the property of the College and the environment.

Student behaviours are to:• be congruent with the Colleges missions and values• support the effective learning of students• support teachers in their teaching endeavours• abide by rules, policies, directives, guidelines and procedures of the College and service providers• follow reasonable direction given by College endorsed adults including, but not limited to, teachers,

coaches, other employees and service providers

All students are required to demonstrate behaviours which align with the College’s mission and values. Examples of these behaviours are below:

Mission and Values BCI Students will Behavioural Expectations

Be faithful to our relationship with God in Jesus Christ Respect Spirituality

• Positively engage with the College ethos• Be respectful of the diversity of spiritual growth• Positively participate in prayer, Religious Educa-

tion, Mass, Liturgy, Patron Days, retreats

Celebrate all that is good with joy and gratitude

Respect and strengthen self and others

• Respect and support the College’s reputation • Show self respect• Act with integrity - be honest and reliable• Be courteous and respectful to others• Be positive and kind in communications with

others - written, verbal, in person and online• Wear uniform with pride and dignity• Respect own property, the property of others

and the College’s property• Respect the College’s physical environment

Engender a love of learning, hope and a sense of purpose

Respect learning of self and others

• Strive for excellence and give your best• Be diligent and responsible about learning• Respect others as they learn• Achieve high attendance• Be punctual to school and classes• Be prepared for learning• Complete homework and assessment• Actively seek to positively participate in College

activities held on and off site

Image and practise justice and service

Empower the vulnerable

Respect inclusivity

• Allow others to be themselves• Be courageous and stand up against bullying and

other negative behaviours• Positively participate in the College Mission and

Wellbeing ProgramsNote: This is not an exhaustive list of required behaviours, rather it provides examples of the types of behaviours

the College expects from students.

Expectations of Students (contd.)• Bullying behaviour is unacceptable at Brigidine. All students in our Col-

lege have the right to an education free from humiliation, harassment and harm.

• Breakages and damage must be reported immediately. The student concerned must replace or repair the damaged equipment. All personal property is to be clear-ly marked with the student’s name. Students must not leave valuables or mon-ey in school bags or lockers. Valuables or money should be left at home or, if neces-sary, in the Office for safe keeping. Library and Text Hire books are to be treated with care.

• Students are not to use the College or its surrounds as a meeting place for others who are not members of our College community.

Uniform

The College encourages students to develop a respect for, and pride in, themselves, not just as indi-viduals, but as members of the Brigidine community with responsibilities to each other. Loyalty to the College uniform expectations is required.

Full College uniform, including hat, must be worn each day with the College blazer added in Terms 2 and 3. The full College formal uniform is to be worn to and from the College. The uniform should always be neat and tidy with cleaned, polished shoes. The sports uniform is worn for Physical Edu-cation classes. Students change before and after the Physical Education class. The sports uniform is also worn on designated special event days, like Athletics Carnival. College sports hats are compul-sory for outdoor sporting activities.

• Plain gold/silver sleepers or studs, plain gold/silver neck chain adorned with a religous symbol only (not visible at neckline or uniform), a plain wrist watch and medical bracelets are acceptable. No other jewellery is permitted.

• Hair, if longer than the dress collar, must be tied back neatly and off the face. All-over braiding and undercuts are not permitted. Students who use hair dyes or colours that are extreme will have their parents contacted and their student will not be permit-ted to return to the College until the colour is removed or the cut is more acceptable.

• No make-up and/or facial accessories such as glitter, etc., are to worn by students when in the College uniform. Coloured nail polish, fake or French nails are not acceptable. Fake tan is not acceptable.

• College and House badges are to be worn on the College tie at all times.

• All uniform items must be clearly marked with the student’s name and Home Room.

Additional information is available in the Student Planner issued to all students at the start of each school year.



Expectations of Students (contd.)Punctuality and Attendance

There is a very clear link between attendance and optimal educational outcomes at school. Punctu-ality is essential for the College to run efficiently and full attendance is vital for the learning process-es. Consequently:

• Students are to be at College prior to the 8:25am bell and to respond promptly to all bells during the day.

• Parents should phone the College before 9:00am on the morning a student is ab-sent. There is an Absentee tab on the College App, a dedicated Student Absentee Line 3371 8525, and a dedicated email - [email protected] which oper-ates 24/7. Parents are asked to clearly state their own name and relationship to the stu-dent and then the student’s full name, year level, Home Room and reason for absence.

• In the case of a student’s late arrival, a note of explanation or a message left as above, properly certified by a parent or guardian, is required. Students arriving late must report to St Brigid’s Student Services. The College actively discourages late-ness as it has a negative impact on learning time and school communication processes.

• Where there is an unexplained student absences, parents are alerted by an automated SMS which is sent out during the morning. Parents may reply to SMS to explain a student absence.

• During school hours, no student may leave the grounds without permission.

• Indooroopilly Shopping Centre is out of bounds before and after school hours, un-less a student is supervised by a parent/guardian or is no longer in uniform.

• If your daughter has to attend a specialist, medical or dental appointment during school hours, a note of explanation is to be written. All effort should be made for such appointments to occur out of school hours. Students must ensure they sign out at St Brigid’s Student Ser-vices when attending appointments and back in when they return to school. Students must be collected from St Brigid’s Student Services for these appointments by a parent/guardian.

• When a student is ill and needs to go home, she must report to St Brigid’s Student Services. Parents will be contacted to make arrangements for the student to be collected. Your daugh-ter is NOT to use her mobile phone to directly seek permission from parents to leave College.

• If an extended period of planned absence is required for your daughter, parents must request leave directly from the Principal. A written request can be posted or emailed to [email protected]

Expectations of Students (contd.)The College Environment

The College attempts to create a pleasant, safe physical environment and encourages the students to take pride in the College and its surroundings. Thus:

• Chewing gum is prohibited

• Eating in classrooms and buildings is not allowed

• Personal electronic devices such as iPads must not be brought to the College

• Students are not permitted to carry mobile phones throughout the day. Phones should be stored in lockers. They are only to be accessed (with teacher permission) for educational pur-poses. They are not to be used for any other purposes during school time. Students should report to St Brigid’s Student Services if parents are to be contacted. Parents are asked not to send text messages throughout the day and expect their daughter will respond before 3:10pm.

• The grounds and classrooms are to be kept neat and tidy. Food scraps and rubbish are to go into the bins. Recyclable materials should be deposited in recycling bins.

Illegal Substances

Brigidine College is a smoke-free zone. Smoking materials are not to be brought to the College and smoking in school uniform or on school-based activities is forbidden. Possession or the use of alco-hol at the College or at associated school activities is unacceptable. The College has a zero tolerance policy relating to the possession and consumption of non-prescription drugs.



Information andCommunication Technologies

The Information and Communication Technologies at Brigidine College enhance and expand the learning opportunities for your daughter.

The role of Information and Community Technology is to:

• Support teachers in achieving innovative pedagogical outcomes for all students

• Equip students to be confident, creative and productive uesrs of new technologies, who un-derstand the impact of those technologies on society. Brigidine College wants students to be digital creators not digital consumers.

• Provide and maintain a fully enabled digital device to facilitate learning.

• Have complete wireless connectivity across the campus which enables students and staff to access digital services.

Student/Parent Responsibility

1. Both parents and students must read the Responsible Use of Digital Technology Policy avail-able on the College website.

2. Both parties are required to read and sign the Student Laptop Use Rental Agreement at the time the device is issued.

3. Students are required to look after this valuable learning device. The compulsory protective bag is to ensure the laptop is maintained at its peak performance level. However, accidents do happen and that is why the machines are covered by an assured warranty program. Parents will pay an insurance excess if the laptop is damaged in any way.

Helpdesk

Problems or questions can be directed to: [email protected] or directly to the Assistant to the Principal Administration/IT, Mr Paul Bennett on: [email protected] or by phone on 3002 0623.

Tullow CentreThe Tullow Centre is the College’s reading and information hub. All students are encouraged to ac-cess its services, facilities and collections.

General Information

• The Tullow Centre is open from 7:45am to 5:00pm Monday to Thursday and 7:45am to 3:45pm on Fridays.

• The Library drop down menu on the College website enables students to access externally the catalogue, databases, pathfinders, web search tools and referencing support. Within the College, BrigNET facilitates the same process for students.

• Student Book Club meets fortnightly and is open to all year levels.• Activities such as Readers’ Cup, Premier’s Reading Challenge and Makerspaces are offered

throughout the year.

Facilities

The Tullow Centre facilities include:

• 2 full-class reading/research areas, an informal reading space and a small-group study room• Recharging stations for student laptops• Printing, copying and binding• Oliver library management system

Collection

Traditionally the place for students to go in search of knowledge and information, the library has always played a critical role - delivering the materials and information needed to support the curric-ulum. The Tullow Centre has embraced the concept of a ‘hybrid’ library collection, with integrated access to both digital and print resources.

Our collection currently consists of over 5,000 fiction books and 4,000 non-fiction books. We have subscribed to Overdrive and Wheelers as platforms for e-books and continue to build this collection. Through a subscription to Clickview - a digital provider - we have extensive audio-visual resources to support modern pedagogical approaches.

Subscription-based databases such as Britannica and Australia/NZ Reference Centre enable students to have quick access to a wide variety of academic primary and secondary sources. By using these databases, students are encouraged to go beyond Google and use resources that are consistently more reliable and authoritative. The effective and scholarly use of these databases is supported by the Library staff.

Parents are welcome to visit or volunteer at the Tullow Centre.



Outline of Fees 2020Fees

Brigidine College is a fee paying school and statements for school fees are issued annually. The state-ment includes fees for Tuition, Levies, Book Hire Administration, Parents and Friends’ (P&F) Associ-ation Levy, SchoolCare Student Accident Insurance (including in levies) and Building Fund donation as detailed below.

This is an indication of the annual cost, including Year 7 Camp, in 2019:

Middle Years Phase of Learning - Year 7 $9,200

Families are expected to either make their College fee payment via an upfront annual fee payment (discount available) or via Direct Debit or Direct Credit payment plan which runs between February and November of each year. Forms and calculators will be available when the College Fees for 2020 are confirmed. All completed forms must be returned by 22 November 2019 to meet the payment plan requirements. You will be advised via College App or email when the Fees Schedule, Direct Debit and Direct Credit forms are available on the Community Portal.

Building Fund

Contributions to this fund support the capital programme of improvements to College facilities. The construction of the College’s new Technology and Science Building on Fairley Street is well underway and will provide five new Science labs and twelve new classrooms. Completion of this five-storey building is anticipated for the start of 2020 and your support is highly valued. The amount is kept as a separate item as it is an allowable tax deduction and a separate receipt is issued for tax purposes.

Levies

The Curriculum Levy covers items such as competitions, excursions and events which are held throughout the year.

A Year Level Subject Levy contributes to the cost of resources used by each curriculum department. Additional subject choices including Art and Certificate courses also attract a levy in Years 9-12. It also includes the Schoolcare Student Accident Insurance.

The Information Technology (IT) Levy applies to all students to support the Information Technology program conducted by the College.

The Capital Levy contributes to the replacement, upgrading and maintenance of capital equipment as well as support for infrastructure projects. This levy is an integral source of funds to support the ongoing upkeep of College facilities. The Capital Levy is not tax deductible.

Parents and Friends’ (P&F) Association Levy replaces most major fundraising activities and includes a levy for the upkeep of the swimming pool.

Outline of Fees 2020 (contd.)SchoolCare - Student Accident Insurance

Brigidine College is pleased to be a part of this program and our School Activities Only - Standard Pol-icy provides protection to all students attending our College. School Activities Only - Standard Policy includes cover for school camps, school sports (including those out of school hours, as long as they are organised by the College), work experience, travelling to and front school or school activities. It also includes any activity organised or authorised by the College. Cover is worldwide. Further infor-mation regarding limit and claim procedures are found on the College website.

Textbook Hire Scheme

An annual Administration Fee supports the Book Hire Scheme which provides all print and electron-ic versions for all students. A Textbook Allowance for each student is received by the College from the State Government each year to assist with the costs of the scheme. Textbooks damaged or not returned will incur a replacement cost. Enrolment at the College constitutes agreement by parents/guardians for this levy to be used in the Textbook Hire Scheme.

Student Withdrawal

If there is a change of circumstances to your enrolment, a letter of Request to Withdraw a Student must be written to the Principal with a full term’s notice of cancellation. Should sufficient notice not be given, one term’s fees will be charged.



Parental InvolvementParents are asked to:

• Support the academic and personal development of their daughter by speaking positively about the value of education and lifelong learning and the vital role that teachers play in this process. To this end, parents need to encourage their daughters to be responsibile for their role in their own education and to respect College facilities and resources.

• Ensure names and contact details for your daughter’s Home Room Teacher and Pastoral Leader are known as soon as possible. These staff members are the first points of contact between parents and school.

• Take every opportunity to discuss the academic and social development of your daughter with teachers at formal parent-teacher interviews. These are held twice a year, usually in Term 2 and Term 3.

• Inform the College immediately should there be any change to your family’s contact details or family circumstances, eg. change of address, phone, email, family court order, etc.

• Attend special activities arranged by the College, such as Awards and Acknowledgement Eve-ning, Twilight Open Evenings, Graduation ceremonies, House and other College events.

• Attend parent workshops/seminars offered by the College from time to time, eg., Cybersafety.

• Get involved in community building events and celebrations like the annual Dads and Daugh-ters’ Evening and Mothers and Daughters’ High Tea.

• Attend Parents and Friends’ (P&F) Association meetings. The Association aims to support the activities of the College and to provide opportunities for parents to meet. Parental involvement is offered at a variety of levels and brings enormous benefits for you and your daughter as well as the College. Working together and building a strong community is part of the Brigidine way. The P&F meets regularly and you are always welcome to attend. Dates are listed on the College calendar.

• Volunteer time or expertise at the Curragh Café, Brigid’s Cloak and Tullow Resource Centre. You could also assist with major events such as Open Day and the College cultural and sporting events. Any time you can give is appreciated. Complete the Volunteer Sheet in your Orienta-tion package and return it to the College.

• Join a parent support group. All sporting and cultural activities need helpers.

• Pay school fees and other monies on time to ensure efficient and successful running of the Col-lege.

• Keep up to date with College Guidelines, Policies and Processes on the College website.

• Take holidays only in the designated school holiday times so as not to have an adverse effect on your daughter’s learning and assessment.

• Keep yourself well informed by using all of the avenues of communication available.

CommunicationIt is the responsibility of every parent to keep up to date with information from the College. Families need to become familiar with:

• Brigidine College App - Go to your App store to down-load this App on your smart phone/device and search for Bri-gidine College. Keep up to date with cultural/sporting events, order tuckshop through the MyMonitor link or report an ab-sence through the Absentee tab. You can subscribe to what your daughter is involved in, so you get notifications only for activities that you have selected. It is suggested you subscribe to her year level, House and any activities she is involved in. When you have downloaded this Brigidine App, you can easily go to the Links tab which will give you the option to go to SEQTA Engage, the College website and MyMonitor. We encourage you to down-load the App to keep up to date with what is coming up at the College and also to receive notifications and information ranging from sport cancellations to buses running late from excursions. Should you have any queries regarding the App, please contact Louise Johnson, Community Liaison Officer, either by phone on 3002 0673 or email [email protected]

• SEQTA Engage is your portal located in the top right hand corner of the College website www.bri-gidine.qld.edu.au. A username and password will be issued when you join the Brigidine community. SEQTA contains a range of information about your daughter - her academic progress, homework and assessement requirements, attendance records and pastoral notes. Any technical queries about the portal should be directed to [email protected]



• Community Portal can be found on the College website under College Portals. It is a se-cure location where you can access fees and check your personal information. If you would like to update your personal details, please go the the College website www.brigidine.qld.edu.au and find the link to Update My Details which can also be found under the College Portals link.

• Consent to Go is a third party software company that Brigidine and many other schools have partnerered with to advise parents/guardians and students about upcoming incursions and excur-sions. Once an incursion or excursion has been planned, you will receive an email that will take you to a website where you can see the all the details. When giving permission for your daughter to attend an incursion or excursion, you will be asked to do a double check of your daughter’s personal details and any medical conditions or allergies.

• Facebook - as a member of our College community, you are invited to join the closed Brigidine College Indooroopilly Community Facebook page.

• The College e-newsletter is emailed to you fortnightly and can also be accessed from the College website.

• The Bridge is published at the end of each semester to showcase College life.

• The Student Planner contains College rules and procedures, as well as other useful informa-tion for both student and parent.

• The College calendar contains key attendance dates and events.

Travel InformationPublic Transport

If your daughter requires public transport, go to www.transinfo.qld.edu.au or call Translink on 131 230.

Travelling To and From School

Care and courtesy should be exercised at all road crossings as these are busy thoroughfares. Stu-dents must use zebra crossings, light crossings and safety crossing barriers/islands at all times. Stu-dents should show courtesy to others on public transport, stand for adults, respect quiet carriages and represent the College appropriately.

Chartered Bus Services

A chartered bus service is available for Brigidine College and Ambrose Treacy College students living in the suburbs of Chuwar, Karana Downs, Mt Crosby, Bellbowrie, Moggill, Pinjarra Hills, Anstead, Pullenvale, Brookfield, Kenmore, Annerley, Fairfield, Graceville, Seventeen Mile Rocks, Sinnamon Park and Riverhills. Detailed information on the SC63, SC64 and SC65 routes can be found on the College website https://www.brigidine.qld.edu.au/our-community/transport/

Rail and Bus Concessions

Families may be eligible for fully funded travel assistance from the Queensland Government. If you or one of your family receive:• above the minimum levels of Family Allowance (paid by Centrelink), including families in receipt

of income tested pensions• The Department of Veteran Affairs - Dependent Child Add-On• Abstudy Living Allowance• Youth Allowance• Care and Protection Order

For more information on Government Assistance, contact Queensland Transport through the School Transport Assistance Scheme on 3863 9849 or http://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/Travel-and-trans-port/School-transport.aspx.

Private Transport

If you drop off or collect your daughter by car, use the drop off point in Fairley Street outside the Kildare Hall. Please do not drop off in any other places. All roads around the College are very busy during school hours and can be dangerous for our students as well as the Holy Family Primary School students.

Students driving to school

Year 12 students who wish to drive cars to school are required to park beyond the close vicinity of the College so that parking for staff, visitors and parents is prioritised.



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College RoutinesThe School Day

The College commences with a bell at 8:25am, so students should arrive at school by approxi-mately 8:20am each day. The school day ends at 3:10pm. Current bell times are shown below. Any updates will be posted on the College website.

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Term Dates for 2020

Term 1Monday 27 January Australia Day Public HolidayTuesday 28 January Staff DayWednesday 29 January All students commence (Years 7-12)Friday 3 April Students finish Term 1

Term 2Monday 20 April Term 2 commencesMonday 4 May Labour Day Public HolidayFriday 19 June Students finish Term 2

Term 3Monday 13 July Term 3 commencesWednesday 12 August Royal Queensland Show Public HolidayFriday 18 September Students finish Term 3

Term 4Monday 5 October Queen’s Birthday Public HolidayTuesday 6 October Term 4 commencesFriday 20 November Year 12 students finish for 2020Friday 4 December Students finish Term 4

Year 7 Parents - Date Claimer

On Wednesday 29 January 2020, the College hosts a Year 7 Parents’ Afternoon. This is an ideal time to meet your daughter’s Home Room Teacher and Pastoral Leader.

A welcome Afternoon Tea will also be provided by the Brigidine Parents & Friends’ (P&F) Association.


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