Mundingburra State School

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Table of Contents

Welcome to Mundingburra ............................................................................................................................... 3

School Directory ................................................................................................................................................ 4

Calendar 2018 .................................................................................................................................................... 5

Mundingburra School Pride ............................................................................................................................... 6

Enrolment .......................................................................................................................................................... 7

General Information .......................................................................................................................................... 8

Attendance – Every Day Counts ........................................................................................................................ 9

Absences ............................................................................................................................................................ 9

School Times .................................................................................................................................................... 10

Dress Code ....................................................................................................................................................... 12

Homework Policy ............................................................................................................................................. 17

Library .............................................................................................................................................................. 18

Music ............................................................................................................................................................... 19

Physical Education ........................................................................................................................................... 19

Languages other than English (LOTE) .............................................................................................................. 20

NAPLAN............................................................................................................................................................ 20

Computers ....................................................................................................................................................... 21

Internet ............................................................................................................................................................ 21

Photos .............................................................................................................................................................. 21

Religious Instruction ........................................................................................................................................ 21

School Operational Plan .................................................................................................................................. 21

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Welcome to Mundingburra

It is with great pleasure that I welcome all students and their families into the Mundingburra State School

community! I am very proud to be the Principal of this great school which has provided quality education to

students for 133 years.

At our school we are committed to providing quality teaching and learning through a relevant curriculum in

a safe, supportive learning environment. We recognise and value individuals. In partnership with parents

and other members of the community, our school equips students with the knowledge, skills and attributes

to be successful.

We encourage all of our school community to embrace our values and be curious, compassionate and

resilient. We work together with parents to develop students who have a responsible attitude and

ownership of their own learning and behaviour.

Our school motto is ‘Act well your part’.

Our school values are:

• Curiosity demonstrated by learning through enquiry, taking risks and being innovative

• Compassion demonstrated by being caring, considerate, respectful and understanding

• Resilience demonstrated through being persistent, truthful and determined

This booklet provides information about our school’s curriculum, learning, community involvement,

facilities and procedures. Should you require more information do not hesitate to contact the school

administration office.

Due to our limited facilities, we are an Enrolment Managed School to ensure our enrolments do not exceed

our maximum capacity. Information about the Enrolment Management Plan is provided in this booklet and

on our website.

As Principal, I am deeply committed to the development and achievement of high standards in academic

and social learning. Your help in keeping us to this commitment will be a vital part of our association over

the years. Please take up our genuine invitation to be actively involved in classrooms and all other aspects

of our school.

I wish your family a happy and rewarding association with our school and look forward to establishing a

positive partnership to ensure the best possible outcomes for your student/s.

Yours in Education

Sue Royle

Principal

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School Directory

Contact Us

Address: 77 Ross River Road, Mundingburra Q 4812

Postal Address: PO Box 3415, Hermit Park Q 4812

General Email: admin@mundingbss.eq.edu.au

Absences Email: absent@mundingbss.eq.edu.au

Enrolment Email: enrolment@mundingbss.eq.edu.au

Website: www.mundingbss.eq.edu.au

Phone: (07) 4759 6444

Absences mobile: 0427 922 546

Library: (07) 4759 6467

Tuckshop: (07) 4759 6450

MOSHC (Mundingburra Outside School Hours Care)

Email: mundingburra@moshc.net.au

Phone: (07) 4725 2218

Administration Staff

Principal: Mrs Sue Royle

Deputy Principal (3 to 6): Mrs Jodie Sewer

Deputy Principal (Prep to 2): Miss Sarah Comino

Business Manager: Ms Carolyn Gray

Administration Officer: Mrs Rebecca Bridge

Administration Officer: Mrs Lora Sorbello

Administration Officer: Mrs Simone Low

Teaching Staff: Your child’s class teacher will inform you of their contact details

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Calendar 2018

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Mundingburra School Pride

At Mundingburra State School, we take pride in our curriculum delivery, and an inclusive learning

environment. We take pride in providing:

• Committed caring staff, with a range of experience, skills and enthusiasm

• Current Curriculum aligned to the Australian Curriculum and Queensland Curriculum

• Varied curriculum options to cater for a range of interests and abilities

• Genuine commitment to incorporate technology into teaching/learning programs

• Spectacular grounds including heritage listed trees

• Shady, well maintained grounds and gardens

• Covered areas for play and eating contribute to an attractive sun-safe school environment

• Age appropriate play equipment

• Facilities include a well-equipped Library, Performing Arts Centre, Covered Play Areas, Tuckshop

and Outside School Hours Care

School History

Mundingburra State School was established on its present site on 22 September 1884. Situated on Ross

River Road, a major arterial road bounded by Anderson Park Botanical Gardens, the school historically

attracted students from nearby and numerous outlying suburbs of the twin cities of Townsville and

Thuringowa. With the drift of the population to outlying suburbs and the establishment of new schools,

student numbers gradually declined from more than 1000 in the early seventies to the low 500’s in the late

1980’s. Since then, the increasing popularity of the surrounding suburbs as residential areas has resulted in

upward trends in student population before stabilising at approximately 700 students.

In the past decade, the increased mobility of families has resulted in greater diversity of students. Students

reflect a full range of abilities, interests, attitudes and behaviours. The student population comprises a

variety of cultural groups including those with a Language background other than English (6%). Indigenous

students represent 11% of the school’s enrolment. 6% of our students are members of defence force

families.

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Enrolment

Enrolments for each new year begin the year preceding the new school year. Children will be enrolled in

PREP ONLY IF THEY HAVE PROOF OF AGE. Children who have not attended a Queensland State School

previously will also require proof of age (e.g.: birth certificate/passport).

Included in your enrolment package is a yellow sheet containing information on the Queensland

Government’s Information Standard 42 – Information Privacy.

Prep Year

Mundingburra State School has the facility currently for four Prep classes. Target class size is 25 students.

See below for Prep eligibility.

BIRTH DATE ELIGIBLE FOR PREP ELIGIBLE FOR YEAR 1

Child born 1 July 2012 to 30 June 2013 2018 2019

Student Enrolment Capacity of School

Mundingburra State School has a maximum Student Enrolment Capacity of 787 students. The number of

students entering Prep in any given year is not to exceed 100 in four (4) classrooms, unless there are more

than 100 students enrolling from within the catchment area.

Enrolment Management Plan

A school's local catchment area is the geographical area from which the school is to have its core intake of

students. A catchment map defines the catchment area for Mundingburra State School. This school

operates under an equidistant catchment area. The school's catchment map is available to be viewed

online at http://www.qgso.gld.qov.au/maps/edmap/. (Enter your address on map.) Additional information

about the Enrolment Management Plan can be found on the school’s website.

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General Information

Communication

Your child’s class teacher will inform you of the best way to communicate. Please do not hesitate to contact

your child’s teacher if you have any questions or concerns.

Oral Reporting is offered in Terms 1 and 3, which can be booked through our online booking system, SOBS.

Written reports are sent home with students at the end of Terms 2 and 4.

Assembly

Weekly school assemblies are conducted in the Hall. Whole school assemblies are held on the first and last

Thursday of each term and for other special events. These are advertised in the weekly newsletter. On

other weeks there is a P-2 and a separate Year 3 to 6 assembly. The leadership is provided by students from

classes on a rostered basis. Parents are invited to attend any of these important gathering of children,

where behaviour, attendance and effort are recognised with the presentation of awards.

Prep-2 Thursday 9.00am

Years 3-6 Tuesday 2:30pm

Newsletters

The school newsletter is processed every Wednesday to inform you of school activities. It is sent home via

email for most families but additional copies are available for those families who do not have this service. If

you do not receive one regularly check with your child. The newsletter contains items relating to

curriculum, school activities, P&C activities, student successes and upcoming events. Electronic newsletters

also have any forms etc. that may been sent out during the previous week attached for those who may not

have received their paper copy. The school newsletter is also available on our website

www.mundingbss.eq.edu.au. Articles for the newsletter need to be received at the school office by 9.00am

on Monday mornings.

Parental Concerns

Should you have concerns with any aspect of your child’s education the following procedures are

suggested:

• Make an appointment to see your child’s teacher

• Approach your child’s teacher in a friendly, open manner

• Discuss the concern and decide on appropriate actions

If the concern is still an issue, raise the matter with administration.

Parental Involvement

Parents, teachers and children working together is strongly supported throughout the school. Parent

helpers in classrooms, ‘Meet the Teacher’ evenings, information and awareness sessions and parent

involvement in school decision making processes help create a positive, caring school environment.

Arrangements are generally made with the class teachers so that visits can occur on a regular basis. Your

help in this regard will be most appreciated.

Parents and Citizens Association (P&C)

The association is composed of parents, like yourself, who demonstrate their interest in the welfare of the

school and the children by doing their best to ensure that they will be provided with the educational

materials, library books, sporting equipment, computers and general school items they require. Active

members of the P&C also contribute to many areas of decision making in the school through various

committees. Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of every month in the Performing Arts Centre at

7.00pm. All parents and carers are most welcome to attend.

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Attendance – Every Day Counts

Our school day commences at 8:55am, and concludes at 3:00pm. Please ensure your child is AT SCHOOL,

ON TIME, EVERY DAY!

School absenteeism can impact significantly on students’ learning and wellbeing. Research shows that in

Queensland, higher student attendance is associated, on average, with higher student achievement.

Additionally, attending school every day helps children to build social and emotional skills such as

communication, teamwork and resilience.

Absences Under the Education Act 2006 (General Provision) a parent must ensure their child attends school on every

school day required by their educational program (for the whole day) unless the parent has a reasonable

excuse. For long term absences greater than 10 days – please contact the office prior to the leave as an

application for exemption from compulsory schooling/participation form needs to be completed.

Please notify the admin office of all absences via Skoolbag App or email absent@mundingbss.eq.edu.au.

This School Mobile App provides schools with an easy way to tell parents and carers everything they need

to know about school news, newsletters, events calendar, cancellations, school notices, school information,

school timetables, parent sick note forms, school documents and much more. No more lost paper in school

bags! Skoolbag is an iPhone and Android based School communication App that delivers School notices and

information direct to parent’s mobile phones.

To install:

• Go to “App Store” – select iPhone app (works on iPad too using this)

• Type in Mundingburra State School

• Install

Alternatively you can write a letter to your child’s classroom teacher or call the admin office on 47596 444.

Regular monitoring of student absences occur and parents will be expected to explain unexplained and/or

sustained absences from school in accordance with Legislation.

When a child is absent and no explanation has been provided to school staff, a text message will be sent to

the primary carer during the morning session when all class rolls are marked. Please ensure your contact

details are accurate.

Parental Absence

Should you be leaving your children in the care of others, it is your responsibility to notify the school office

in advance of the details of the caregiver or emergency contacts during your absence.

Transfers

If your child is transferring from our school, please be sure to advise the Administration staff so that

paperwork and transfer arrangements can be made.

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School Times

NO CHILD SHOULD BE AT SCHOOL BEFORE 8:30AM UNLESS ATTENDING MOSHC

If students arrive before 8:30 am students are instructed to wait patiently and quietly in the Covered Play

Area until they are release to line up in their designated lining up area assigned by their teacher at the

commencement of each year.

8:30am Wait with class in designated year level area

8:50am Prepare for school

8.55am Learning Time

11:00am 1st Break – Morning Play

11:30am Eating Time

11:45am Learning Time

1:30pm 2nd Break – Afternoon Play

1:45 pm Eating time

2:00pm Learning Time

3:00pm School Concludes

Arrival and Departures

Parents are advised that children should not arrive before 8:30am. All students are to be at school by

8:45am. All playground equipment and ovals are OUT OF BOUNDS before and after school, and there is no

playing permitted before or after school. If students arrive before 8:30am they are expected to convene in

the Years 3 to 6 Covered Play Area (CPA) where they will be supervised until 8:30am. Years 3 to 6 students

will remain in this area, sitting in class lines until collected by the class teacher. Prep to Year 2 students are

escorted to the P-2 CPA, where they will wait sitting in class lines until collected by the class teacher. If the

student arrives at school after 9.00am they need to sign in through the admin office to receive a late slip

which needs to be handed to their teacher.

If you are signing a student out early you need to sign them out in the admin office to receive an early

departure slip which needs to be taken to their teacher in order to collect the student early. Once

dismissed at 3.00pm, students are to proceed home immediately. Students should assemble at the

departure area at the front of the school and be seated quietly awaiting collection. No playing games or on

play equipment is permitted during this time. Parents collecting students in private vehicles are asked to

ensure that students are collected shortly after dismissal time. All children should be out of the school

grounds by 3.20pm unless attending Mundingburra Outside School Hours Care.

Mundingburra Outside School Hours Care

Mundingburra Outside School Hours Care (MOSHC) operates before and after school, and during holidays.

MOSHC staff strive to provide for all families a safe and supportive environment. Breakfast is available in

the morning and afternoon snack is provided in the afternoon. The program operates from 6.30am –

8.45am (before school), 3.00pm – 6.00pm (after school), and 6.30am – 6.00pm (vacation care). Fees can be

reduced by claiming Child Care Benefits through the Family Assistance office. Outside school hours care is a

non-profit making program. To contact MOSHC, please call 07 4725 2218.

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Parking

Parking facilities are provided for parents within the school grounds at the corner of Ross River Road and

Burdekin Street. We ask that you make use of this area and DO NOT Park in the Staff and Administration

car parks. Both of these areas are out of bounds to children at all times. The Bowls Club carpark can only

be used to briefly park to set-down and pick-up children. Please respect the patrons of the Bowls Club. We

request your support in keeping these areas safe for everyone in our school community. Set down area is a

two minute ONLY arrival and departure.

Transport Service

For information on school bus transport, contact Sun bus on 4774 8255.

Bicycles and Scooters

All children who ride a bike or scooter to school MUST wear a helmet. Children should not borrow or lend

their bicycles or scooters. The riding of bicycles and scooters is not permitted in the school grounds, by

children or adults. Riders should dismount their bikes at the outer gates and walk their bikes into the school

grounds slowly and respectful of pedestrians. It is recommended that children secure their bicycles with a

lock and chain during school hours to prevent theft. THE BICYCLE AREA IS OUT OF BOUNDS DURING THE

DAY.

Crossing Supervisors

We have crossing supervisors on all major roads. The crossings are supervised as follows:

Wood Street: 7:50am – 8:50am and 2:55pm – 3:25pm

Ross River Road: 7:55am – 8:55sm and 2:50pm – 3:20pm

Gulliver Street: 7:55am – 8:40am and 3:00pm – 3:30pm

All children, including children on bikes or scooters, are to use these crossings when crossing the road.

Children on bikes and scooters MUST DISMOUNT and WALK THEIR BIKE OR SCOOTER across the crossing.

Leaving School Grounds

Children are not to leave the grounds during the school day unless under supervision by parents or a

teacher. Parents/guardians MUST sign the student out in the admin office and receive an early departure

slip to collect their child from the classroom if they are taking their child/ren home early. Children cannot

be released from class/playground without presenting the early departure slip. Parents are required to

collect their children from the classroom. Full attendance is expected by all students, and children should

only be signed out early for extenuating circumstances.

Visitors

All visitors (parents/guardians, relatives, classroom helpers, volunteers) must report to the Administration

office on arrival and departure from the school, sign the book and collect a badge. Tuckshop Volunteers

must sign in directly at the Tuckshop.

Trespassing and Security

Being on school property out of school hours without permission constitutes trespassing. Police keep

schools under surveillance out of hours and are keen to apprehend trespassers in an attempt to reduce

vandalism and wilful damage to school property. Parents are asked to emphasise the above with children

so that they do not enter school grounds after school or at weekends. A School Watch program has been

implemented and parents and other community members are asked to contact 131 788 to report any

concerns they see at the school out of hours.

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Dress Code To maintain a high standard of pride, to assist students to feel part of our school family and for safety,

students will be expected to comply with a dress code.

This includes:

• Clean and tidy uniform

• Socks and appropriate enclosed shoes; NO THONGS

• Permitted jewellery include sleepers, studs, watch, religious/medical medallions only

• Long hair should be tied back

• Wide brimmed hat or sun smart bucket hat

School Bucket Hat (reversible) with school logo and sports house colour on other side is available for $15

from the school Office or the P & C Uniform Shop.

In wearing the school uniform neatly and correctly, students demonstrate pride in being part of

Mundingburra School. Uniforms have been designed considering choice, coolness and sun safety. Items of

clothing need to be clearly labelled with the child’s name and year level.

School Uniform

Children can choose from, and mix and match between the following uniform items:

Royal blue school polo shirt with school logo

Striped shirt

Striped blouse

Royal blue culottes

Royal blue skorts

Royal blue pleated or wrap-around skirt

Striped dress

Royal blue shorts (there are a variety of styles and fabrics available)

Broad brimmed royal blue hat with school logo and house colour on underside

Children must wear closed in shoes – joggers are acceptable

In colder weather, children may wear a royal blue tracksuit, or jumper/jacket

Sun Safety

The school sun safety motto is NO HAT NO PLAY. Student uniforms have been designed with much

consideration being given to sun safety and coolness. Broad brimmed hats are the most suitable headwear

in the severe North Queensland sun and are mandatory. From 2008, Education Queensland’s Sun Safety

strategy makes it compulsory for primary school children in state schools to wear sun shirts or t-shirts

during school water-based activities.

The following are not permitted:

Baggy shorts, boxer shorts, jewellery other than that specified above. If bike shorts or skins are worn, they

must be worn underneath the school dress or skirt, and bike shorts must be royal blue. The only exception

is during sporting events. Bike shorts/skins are not part of the school uniform and are not to be worn on

their own. We are a uniform school. Wearing the school uniform develops a pride in our school and self-

respect in our students.

Uniforms are available from several retail outlets:

Tropic T-Shirts Georgio Clothing Lowes Menswear

7 Castlemaine St 23 Hugh Ryan Drive Stockland Plaza

Kirwan Garbutt Ross River Road

Ph 4723 1990 Ph 4779 2755 Ph 4775 7486

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Mundingburra Uniform Shop Opening Hours

Monday Afternoon: 2:50pm – 3:10pm

Thursday Morning: 8:30am – 8:50am

Money Collection

Money must be in a sealed envelope with the following details marked on the outside:

Students Name

Students Class

Amount Enclosed

Activity being paid for

Alternatively, payments may be made through internet banking:

Account Name – Mundingburra State School

Bank Details – Commonwealth Bank of Australia – Aitkenvale Branch

BSB Code – 064-823

Account No. – 00090164

Please use your CHILD’S NAME & ACTIVITY as a Reference

All money should be placed in the BLUE collection box located in the Administration Block. Receipts will be

sent to class teachers for distribution to the student/s. Our school has a policy that classroom teachers do

not collect money. All educational activities are free from GST.

Deadlines for payment of class and whole school events will be two weeks prior to the day of the event.

Part-payments are welcome but must be paid in full by the deadline date. In the event of family hardship

prior arrangements may be made with the Business Services Manager for payment prior to the deadline

date.

Book Lists

Students are expected to come to school with the materials required (as per the school book list). A book

list is released at the end of each year, which includes information regarding our Voluntary Contribution,

and we ask that parents send the required items to school with their child, well named, and in a timely

manner at the beginning of the school year. For families experiencing financial hardship, it is important to

communicate with the school so that arrangements can be made to ensure your child has the required

materials, and the best possible start to the school year.

Lost Property

It is inevitable that belongings are either mislaid or lost. Clearly naming property allows it to be returned to

the owner. Lost property boxes are located at the back of the undercover play area. These are emptied at

the end of each Term and contents donated to charity. Students are strongly encourage NOT to bring items

of personal value with them to school as items may be damaged or lost. Children are not to bring toys,

trading cards etc. to school.

Valuables

Parents, please ensure that your children DO NOT bring their ‘valued’ possessions e.g. toys, sound

equipment, electronic games or jewellery to school. Apart from the distress caused to students by loss of

or damage to valuables, considerable teaching time is lost as staff investigate student concerns.

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Mobile Devices (including mobile phones)

Mobile phones or devices are not to be used at any time during school hours. The use of mobile phones or

devices is disruptive to the learning environment of all students, including playtimes. If students must

contact parents in relation to a change of collection time, this facility is available from the classroom.

If a parent needs to contact a student in an emergency, please phone the school office on 4759 6444 and a

message will be passed onto your child. If parents wish their child/ren to bring a mobile phone to school,

the use is restricted to before or after school – outside the school grounds. Mobile phones/devices are to

be turned off in the school grounds. Phones ringing or in use during school hours will be confiscated by the

teacher until 3:00pm at which time they can be collected. Students must sign their phones/devices in to

the office each morning and they can be collected and signed out again at the end of each day. A mobile

phone/device is brought to school at the owner’s risk. No liability will be accepted by the school in the

event of loss, theft or damage.

Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks

Children require healthy eating patterns to help them grow and develop to their optimum potential.

Skipping breakfast can cause a range of health problems for children, contribute to poor academic

performance and can even cause behavioural problems in the classroom. Breakfast increases your child’s

concentration levels and improves their ability to learn. Please support your child’s learning and

development by sending them to school with breakfast in their tummy, and allowing them to enjoy a wide

range of nutritious foods.

Children and adolescents are encouraged to:

• Eat plenty of vegetables, legumes and fruits

• Eat plenty of cereals (including breads, rice, pasta, noodles)

• Include lean meat, fish, poultry and/or alternatives

• Include milks, yoghurt, cheese and/or alternatives

Please ensure your child’s lunch is stored appropriately (e.g. with a cold pack) and you include a water

bottle for use throughout the day.

If you are experiencing financial hardship, or facing circumstances that make it difficult for you to provide

breakfast/lunch for your child, please notify your child’s teacher or the Office. With discretion, we will be

able to assist you during this time, through donations that allow us to provide sandwiches and (at times)

fruit, when needed.

Tuckshop

A modern and well equipped air-conditioned Tuckshop operates daily to provide a range of nutritious

foods, as well as snacks and drinks for students and staff. Convenor, Debbie Lind, is an active participant in

Queensland Tuckshop Association seminars, and has maintained a “Healthy Foods” tuckshop. A new price

list will be sent home as updates to the menu are made. EFTPOS is now available.

A separate order is required for each break (if ordering food for each break). Orders are to be written on a

paper bag with NAME, YEAR LEVEL and ORDER. P to Year 3 children put the bag in the tuckshop basket in

their classroom or orders can be taken straight to the tuckshop. Years 4 to 6 children are to deliver their

lunch orders directly to the tuckshop. Tuckshop and school staff ensure all children receive their lunches.

The tuckshop is always LOOKING FOR HELPERS. Any parents who can help (even if only occasionally),

please ring the convenor at the Tuckshop on 4759 6450.

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Behaviour - School-wide Positive Behaviour for Learning

Our school is a Positive Behaviour for Learning school (PBL) which is a whole school program designed to

provide a consistent and positive approach towards positive learning and social interactions whilst at

school and emphasises an educative approach to the management of behaviour. Parents, teachers and

support staff are represented on our PBL team. The values of CURIOSITY, COMPASSION and RESILIENCE are

instilled throughout the school with lessons and skill development in these areas, ensuring a consistent

approach to safety and social happiness within our school.

Our school rules are WE LEARN, WE CARE and WE PERSEVERE. More information can be found in our

school’s Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students (revised 2016), which is available on our website or a hard

copy is available upon request from the office. Parents and students are to read and sign their acceptance

of our Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students upon enrolment through our Enrolment Agreement.

First Aid

The first aid room is situated in the Administration Block. Injured/sick children are to report to the

teacher/supervisor. They will be attended to by that person or they will be given a “Pink Note” to take to

school office where the first aid officer on duty will attend to the student’s needs. Minor injuries that occur

during lesson time, before or after school will be attended to by teacher, school office staff or the first aid

officer.

Student Alert Portfolio

The school has a student alert portfolio which identifies children who have a medical condition which could

be life threatening e.g. anaphylaxis. If your child has such a condition (or other similar conditions) please

inform the Office Staff in writing. Please also ensure that we have the necessary medication in case of an

emergency.

Accidents

Children seriously injured will receive treatment from the ambulance. Where possible, parents will be

notified immediately but if parents cannot be contacted, the child will still receive treatment and

emergency contact will be phoned.

Medications in School

Procedures have been developed by the Queensland Government regarding prescriptions and over-the-

counter medication in schools. Our school is committed to working closely with parents and students to

highlight the risk of students misusing these medications. Medicines not prescribed by a medical

practitioner will not be given.

All parents/caregivers must:

Notify our school of a health condition requiring medication at school

Request, if school staff are to administer medication or assist in the management of a health condition via

the appropriate form which is available from the school office or can be accessed on our website -

www.mundingbss.eq.edu.au

Notify our school in writing of any requests and/or guidelines from medical practitioners including potential

side effects or adverse reactions.

Provide the medication, ensuring it is not out-of-date and has the original pharmacy label with the students

name, dosage and time to be taken, to the office staff.

Dosage controlled blister packs must be obtained from a pharmacy if a prescribed dosage requires the

division of a tablet.

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Notify our school in writing when a change of dosage is required. This instruction must be accompanied by

a current, labelled prescription package.

Medication must be provided to the school in the original, labelled packaging. Collect the medication when

it is no longer required at school.

Children who are able to self-administer asthma puffers may keep them in their bags to use when

appropriate. Forms are available from the Office and the school must be notified in writing that this is the

case.

Children with sores, abrasions or other injuries should have treatment before coming to school. Parents

should ensure that sores and abrasions are properly covered.

Contagious Conditions

The Public Health Act 2005 provides basic safeguards to protect and prompt the health of the Queensland

public. Chapter 5 of the Act – Contagious Conditions – aims to protect children in schools and education

and care services by controlling the spread of certain contagious conditions that can make children very

sick.

Contagious Conditions (currently as prescribed by the Public Health Regulation) are:

Chickenpox (Varicella), Diphtheria, Enterovirus 71, Gastroenteritis, German measles (Rubella), Haemophilus

influenza type b (Hib) disease, Hepatitis A, Measles, Meningococcal disease, Poliomyelitis, Typhoid and

Paratyphoid, Tuberculosis, Whooping Cough (Pertussis).

How are children protected by this legislation?

Children who are infected with a contagious condition can infect others, therefore children who have any

of these conditions need to stay away until they are well and not infections. Parents of carers have

obligations to keep their child away from school if their child has or may have a contagious condition.

Depending the disease, certain requirements may need to be met before a child can return. For details on

these requirements, refer to the Queensland Health Time Out Poster. A copy of the Time Out Poster can be

obtained from the school office, or

https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0022/426820/timeout_poster.pdf.

Additional information, including fact sheets, can be sourced at

http://education.qld.gov.au/health/pdfs/infection-control-guidline.pdf.

Head Lice

It is the parent’s responsibility to ensure their child’s head remains free of lice and nits (eggs). Weekly head

inspections at home of all children in the family and prompt treatment is the preventative measure. Advice

on treatment is available from the school. Should head lice be detected in a class, all members of that

particular class will be issued with a notice advising of the fact and preventative measures, which should be

taken.

Dental Service

All primary school children are entitled to free dental treatment. When the school’s clinic is closed you will

be advised where another clinic is operating. The school dentist can be contacted by phoning 0407 169 678

or the Kirwan Dental Clinic on 4789 9900.

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Homework Policy Homework provides students with opportunities to consolidate and enhance their classroom learning.

At Mundingburra State School, homework is:

• Purposeful and relevant to student needs

• Appropriate to the phase of learning

• Appropriate to the capability of the student

• Develop the student’s independence through learning

• Varied, challenging and clearly related to class work

• Allowing for student commitment to recreational, family and cultural activities

Homework benefits students by complementing classroom learning and allowing them to reinforce learning

and practice skills and concepts learnt in the classroom.

Teachers will correspond with parents their expectations with regard to homework. There is an expectation

that various forms of homework will be completed across all year levels. Teachers work in cohort teams to

develop consistent homework procedures that support learning. Homework may be differentiated for

individual students. If your child is spending an inordinate amount of time doing homework, you should

contact your child’s teacher.

Some examples of homework may include (but are not limited to):

• Reading

• Sight Word recognition

• Learning spelling words – these may be written out, written in sentences, covered and checked

• Learning number facts

• Practising maths problems to reinforce concepts taught

• Homework is sent home in a variety of ways. Your child’s teacher will communicate this to you at

the beginning of the school year/term

Homework Responsibilities - Teachers

Ensuring the homework policy is implemented

Setting homework on a regular basis

Clearly communicating the purpose, benefits and expectations of all homework

Checking homework regularly and provide timely and useful feedback

Using homework that is varied, challenging and directly related to class work and appropriate to students’

learning needs

Explicitly teaching strategies to develop organisational and time-management skills and providing

opportunities to practice these strategies through homework

Giving consideration to other academic and personal development activities (school-based or other) that

students could be engaged in when setting homework

Discussing with parents and caregivers any developing problems concerning their child’s homework and

suggesting strategies to assist with their homework.

Homework Responsibilities - Students

Complete set homework to the best of their ability

Submit homework by due date

Seek teacher guidance as required

Accept consequences for repeated non-completion of set homework

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Homework Responsibilities - Parents

Establish a set homework routine (time, place) with their child

Praise their child for effort and quality work

Communicate homework issues with class teacher

Encourage children to complete and submit homework tasks by due date

Provide written authority requesting their child’s exclusion from homework

For more information, please see: http://education.qld.gov.au/curriculum/framework/p-12/index.html

Library Our Library is staffed by a teacher librarian and/or a teacher aide – Monday to Friday each week.

Library Borrowing

All students are able to borrow Fiction and Non-fiction resources from our library.

Borrowing limits apply:

• Year Prep & Year 1 1 item

• Years 2, 3, 4 & 5 2 items

• Year 6 3 items

Resources may be borrowed for one week however books need to be viewed to be extended. It is possible

to reserve an item. Borrowing is permitted over the school holidays throughout the year, except for the

Christmas break. All resources must be returned ready for stock take and cleaning in the last three weeks

of the school year. Resources should be returned to the front counter for check in prior to being placed on

the returns trolley. Each student accepts personal responsibility for each resource they borrow. Overdue

notices will be issued at the end of each term. Reimbursement is sought for lost or damaged resources.

Borrowing privileges are suspended until reimbursement or a replacement has been received. All

payments for lost resources are to be paid through the Administration Office where a receipt will be issued.

If paid through the Library there will be a delay in receiving a receipt. Reimbursements are refundable if a

resource is found at a later date.

Book Club

Scholastic Book club operates once in Terms 1, 2 and 4 and gives families opportunities to purchase books.

Bonus points are accumulated which allow us to acquire resources for our library at no cost to the school.

Catalogues will be distributed to each class with notice in the school newsletter. To order complete, the

order form and include cash or cheque (made payable to Scholastic Book Club), enclose the order form and

payment details in an envelope, which is clearly labelled with your child’s full name and class. These orders

need to be dropped off to the Library. If paying by credit card parents will need to register online, (details

are in pamphlet). It is quite easy to do. Once you make you selection, you will be issued with a receipt

number. I will be notified of orders, and will organise them to be delivered to students. Orders are

generally returned with 2-3 weeks.

Book Fair

Book Fair is organised in Term 3 to coincide with Book Week celebrations. Classes are invited to view the

Book Fair at designated times during the week. Parents and children are welcome to visit Book Fair during

advertised opening times. Books may be taken immediately upon purchase, subject to availability. An item

may be ordered if it is sold out. The library receives commission, in books, for hosting the Book Fair.

NB: All students require a library bag

to borrow from the Library. No bag,

no borrowing.

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Music Instrumental Music

The school community proudly supports its instrumental program in which free tuition is provided by

qualified music instructors in string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. As well, the program

provides students with experience in concert bands, orchestras and other ensembles. The minimum year

level requirement for entry into the strings program is Year 3. The minimum year level requirement for

entry into woodwind, brass and percussion is Year 4. Children are withdrawn from normal classes for music

lessons and receive tuition. If you would like more information please contact the school.

Guitar and Keyboard Tuition

Ms Trevanion conducts guitar and keyboard tuition. Her phone number is 4778 6331 or e-mail

vikeys@bigpond.com. Guitar and keyboard lessons are available from Year 4.

Music Mates

Music Mates is a parent support group and a sub-committee to our Parents and Citizens Association,

supporting the students of our school and their families.

Science Mates

Our Science Mates program is an extra curricula program offered for students in Years Prep- Year 6 and is a

wonderful opportunity for students to get excited about Science. It is a community club for children at

Mundingburra State School, and their families. Activities change each term and can include after school

activities, weekend family BBQs and sleepovers. They cover a wide range of concepts that interest children

and cater for all ages. Science Mates has been operating for over 10 years, encouraging fun and

participation for the whole family.

• Yearly membership per child: $10

• Yearly membership per family: $20

Some activities will also incur a fee. Parents are encourage to join the committee to share and put forward

ideas for future activities. Membership forms will be available from the office.

Physical Education Our PE teacher provides physical education lessons and assists with athletics and swimming carnivals. It is

essential students have hats, shoes, water and sunscreen. Cross Country is held in Term 2. This is part of

the curriculum and as such, no student is exempt except through written notification by parent/guardian.

NB: Years 4-6 course includes part of the race going through Anderson Park.

Swimming

Swimming lessons are conducted as part of the Physical Education program for grades 1 to 5. It is

compulsory for all students to wear a sun safe shirt and sunscreen whilst in the pool. Students will receive

correspondence indicating times, transport and costs.

Sport

We participate in a variety of sports as part of the Physical Education program. A variety of skills are taught

as children move through the years. Interschool sport is organised on a fixture basis for Years 5 and 6

during Terms 1, 2, 3 and 4. Children will be selected for interschool sport according to acceptable

behaviour and skill/interest.

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Sports Houses

We have four sports houses at this school:

COOK – green

OXLEY – red

STURT – blue

TOWNS – yellow

Children are allotted houses as they are enrolled. Siblings are allocated to the same Sports House.

Co-Curricular Activities

A number of co-curricular activities occur throughout the year. Sport is closely tied to seasons. We

participate in Season 1 & 2 Sports, which takes place on Friday afternoons 12:00-2:30pm. There is a cost

incurred. The athletics carnival is in Term 2.

Some students represent the school at the Townsville Eisteddfod. Life Education lessons are offered to

students during Term 4 of each year.

Educational and Sporting Excursions

From time to time educational excursions are organised by teachers to reinforce the work covered at

school. For these activities, families are required to meet the cost of transport and admission fees where

applicable. No child is permitted to participate without the consent of parents/guardians. Any payments

must be paid by the deadline.

Sporting trips allow students to represent their school, district or region. Being a representative is not a

student’s right but a privilege.

As such the following guidelines must be followed:

1. Have a satisfactory attendance record

2. Be up to date in all school work

3. Have a satisfactory behaviour record

Languages other than English (LOTE) Our LOTE is French. All children in Years 4-6 have LOTE lessons taught by a specialist language teacher.

Learning a Language Other than English:

• Introduces students to other languages as a means of accessing other peoples, ideas and ways of

thinking

• Inspires interest in and respect for other cultures

• Intersects with a range of communication technologies

• Develops an array of transferable skills that support other areas of the curriculum

NAPLAN Each year in Year levels 3 and 5 students participate in National testing in the areas of Literacy and

Numeracy. Towards the end of the year, each student will receive a detailed analysis of their performance.

This report will be sent home and a copy of the report retained at school with the students records.

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Computers The school is well resourced with workstations and laptop computers, and computer laboratory. All

students must have parental permission and have signed a user’s agreement to use the Internet at school.

All of our Year 5 and 6 classes are laptop classes. Laptop details are provided with the Year 5 booklist and

information sessions are provided to Year 4 parents each year prior to students commencing Year 5.

Computer Access

Students must have Username and Password lodged with Network Administrator or Teacher-Librarian.

Usernames and Passwords remain unchanged (unless requested) whilst the user is at Mundingburra State

School. New students to Mundingburra State School will be issued an Internet Agreement upon the

enrolment of a new student. When the Internet Agreement is returned signed by both the parent and

student. Relevant information is then entered onto the computer system.

The classroom teacher will notify the student of their Username and Password

Internet access is for education purposes only

Failure to comply with agreement will result in Internet access privileges being withdrawn

Internet Students and parents will be required to complete the Internet Access Agreement, acknowledging that they

understand and accept the rules for accessing the Internet at Mundingburra State School. Permission to

have access to the Internet may be denied to users who breach the Agreement and the trust placed in

them. It is expected that parents discuss the Internet Access Agreement with their children.

Photos Class photographs will be taken annually. Any queries (payment etc) with regard to school photos must be

managed through the Photo Company.

Religious Instruction A Religious Instruction program is offered to children in Years 1, 2 and 3, by adults from various churches

and voluntary teachers if, there are available personnel to instruct the program. Parents/Caregivers are

required to indicate, in writing on your child’s enrolment form, whether your child is permitted to

participate in Religious Instruction. This is done by noting a denomination, or stating in writing that your

child may participate. Leaving this section of your child’s enrolment form blank, indicates that your child

does not have permission to participate in Religious Instruction. Religious Instruction permissions are

updated periodically. If your child’s Religious Instruction permissions change at any time, please notify the

Principal in writing.

School Operational Plan This is the blueprint for our school’s development over the forthcoming years. It focuses on the areas of

the School Management and Curriculum Learning and Teaching. Copies are available at the school office

upon request. A Quadrennial School Review (completed in 2015 and to be reviewed in 2018) is completed

every four years and as a result of this review a new Strategic Plan is developed in consultation with the

school community.