At Castle Hill High School it is important that
students learn in a happy and safe environment.
A structured welfare system places each student
into a Pastoral Care group which becomes the student’s support group for their
time at Castle Hill High School. The Pastoral Care teachers are personally
involved in the welfare of each student within their Pastoral Care Group.
Our Code of Conduct emphasises care for students
and develops their responsibility and self discipline. A Peer Support Program,
Leadership Team, Student Representative Council, Sports Council, School Liaison
Team, Multicultural Team and Peer Mediation offer students the opportunity to
develop their leadership skills. The school Code of Conduct underpins the
welfare and discipline structure.
Rationale A school is a community. in our
community of parents, teachers and students all members seek to: Provide learning opportunities
so that students acquire skills and competencies necessary to participate
and contribute to society. Foster a respect for the
rights and needs of others, while developing a sense of responsibility for
one's behaviour. Value individual and group
achievement in all aspects of life and celebrate success.
Promote the benefits of
helping and working co-operatively with others. Provide a safe, happy,
non-coercive, caring environment which is conductive to working and
learning. While every person's individuality
is acknowledged, our goals can be achieved more easily if everyone is aware of
both the individual and collective community responsibilities. The statement of rights and
responsibilities applies to all members of the school community. It outlines the
expectations this school community has of its members. Observance of this guide to
behaviour will create a positive school climate in which student learning,
self-esteem and self-confidence are priorities. We area committed to developing
respect for the social values and laws that are deemed acceptable to our
society. Develop practices which
prevent irresponsible behaviour. Foster pride both nationally
and school-based and inspire in all members of the school community a sense
of common purpose. Accept that our actions are
chosen behaviour and therefore be prepared to accept the
consequences. Accept that restitution is a
solution that does not include any form of punishment. Believe that ALL School
Community members display an individual commitment to appropriate behaviour.
I have the right to: Castle Hill High School embraces
the philosophy of a safe and happy school for all students. All school members have a right to
feel safe and secure within their learning and teaching environment. The entire school community will
not tolerate any form of bullying or harassment. This policy aims to identify
bullying behaviour and initiate a whole school approach to address this issue.
Staff, students and parents share
the responsibility for ensuring a safe and caring environment that promotes
personal growth and positive self-esteem for all. Castle hill High School is a safe
and happy school. To encourage this sentiment amongst students, teachers,
parents, and the local community, we are firm in enforcing our policy of no
illegal substances at school. This includes alcohol and tobacco.
If students are discovered to have in their possession any illegal substance,
they will be dealt with immediately by the Principal who will immediately inform
the Police. If illegal substances are proven
to be in students' possession then the logical consequences will inevitably
follow. Students need to be reminded that alcohol and tobacco are not acceptable
substances at school. Students found with these will be
dealt with by the Deputy Principal and Principal and parents will be contacted,
and a course of remediation set in place. Additionally, we wish to remind all
concerned that there is no place in this school for students who possess illegal
substances whatsoever.
I have the
responsibility to: