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STUDENT HANDBOOK 2020Year 7

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St Michael’s College is a Catholic school in the Lasallian tradition which is committed to the human and Christian education of the young, especially the poor, through:

CommunityWe are an inclusive and respectful community where each individual is known, valued and cared for, enabling them to feel confident to explore their curiosities, flourish and fully realise their potential.

ChallengeIndividual growth is achieved through engagement, opportunity and recognition, underpinned by a positive learning culture that is authentic, challenging and supportive.

ChoiceThrough a quality Lasallian education, inspired by the Gospel and a concern for social justice, students are empowered to better choose who they become as people, learners and leaders in the world.

A quality Lasallian education “is realised by offering a community and personalised environment where individuals can flourish as human beings and where they are open to hope and have a positive sense of life.”

Br Alvaro

I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. (John 10:10)

Mission and Vision Table of Contents

Mission and Vision ii

Welcome 3

Context and Tradition 4

Staff 6

Year 7 Pastoral Staff 8

General College Information 9

Important Dates for Year 7 10

Learning and Management System: SEQTA 14

Junior Secondary School 18

Pastoral Care 19

Extended Pastoral Care 20

Year 7 General Information 23

Student Support - Student Services 28

Summary 29

3St Michael’s College STUDENT HANDBOOK 2020 Year 72

WelcomeYear 7 at St Michael’s College

Dear Parents, Students and Friends

Welcome to the Secondary Campus.

This Handbook contains essential and helpful information, which will assist all families to get to know and appreciate the spirit of our community embedded in our Vision Statement.

2020 will be a year of significant growth and change in the life of all Year 7 students as they begin the journey of post-primary education.

Whilst this is a significant change of direction for all students, what will not change is that St Michael’s will continue to serve the needs of the parents and students of the western suburbs of Adelaide by providing a quality, comprehensive, and accessible Catholic Education - which it has done since 1954.

We very much look forward to working in partnership with parents and carers to assist all students to develop and grow to “be the best they can be”.

Please contact the College should you require any clarification of the information contained in this Handbook.

Mr Aldo Calo

Year 7 Director Ms Joanne Billows

Year 7 Assistant Year Level Director


Context and Tradition

The De La Salle BrothersThe origins of Lasallian education date back to the 17th Century to French priest St John Baptist de La Salle, founder of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools (De La Salle Brothers).

Born of wealthy parents who valued education, De La Salle responded to the needs of impoverished boys by establishing schools that were open to all, including the socially and economically deprived. Based on the ideal - to provide education for young people that reflects the values of Jesus Christ - De La Salle inspired a tradition that now spans over 80 countries.

John Baptist de La Salle was canonised in 1900, and in 1950 Pope Pius XII named him Patron of Teachers.

The Brothers came to Australia and opened their first school in Armidale, NSW, in 1906. Since that time they have opened a number of schools throughout Australia and extended their works to New Zealand and the missions of Papua New Guinea.

Each year, the College holds a Mission Action Day (MAD) to raise funds for the Lasallian Foundation and the generosity of the St Michael’s community is well known throughout Australia and the Asia Pacific Region.

Heritage of St Michael’s CollegeSt Michael’s College was founded by the De La Salle Brothers in 1954. Classes began at Beverley with 29 boys. Due to the great efforts of the Catholic families in the Western region of Adelaide, the College rapidly expanded. By 1965 the enrolment was 780 boys and in 1967, a Senior School was developed on Lawrie Street at Henley Beach. From 1997, the Beverley Campus catered for Years 4 -7 boys and the Henley Campus Years 8 -12. In 2002 a Reception class was introduced. Beverley now caters for Reception to Year 6. In 2008 girls were enrolled for the first time in Year 8.

St Michael’s has worked in close partnership with the Sacred Heart Fathers (MSC) throughout its history and they continue to act as Chaplains to the College.

Context and Tradition

Crest

Glorious Cross - symbol of salvation and resurrection

Laurel leaves - symbol of reward and achievement

Shield - symbol of strength, faith and fortitude

Star of Bethlehem - symbol of the sign of the faith


Staff Staff continued

Secondary Leadership

Principal Mr John Foley

Deputy Principal – Learning & Teaching Mrs Teresa Cimmino

Deputy Principal – Pastoral Mr John Lambert

Business Manager Mr Dominic LoBasso

Director of Mission Mr Robert Dempsey

Director of Curriculum & Assessment Ms Bron Kemp

Director of Pastoral Mr Matthew Williams

Director of Learning Technologies & Analytics Mr Ryan Fleetwood

Heads of Department/Subject Coordinators

Business Mr Hamish Redden

Design & Technology Mr Greg Cloy

Digital Technologies Mrs Maria Cardillo

Director of Music Mr Tim Donovan

Music Mr James Musci

Drama Ms Emily Burns

English Mrs Jane Sykes

Humanities Ms Catherine Pearce

Health & Physical Development Mrs Sally Nicholson

History Mr Matthew Muscat

Italian Mrs Angela Benedetti

Junior Secondary Learning Initiatives Mrs Joanne Gilmore

Mathematics Mrs Anne Finlay

Heads of Department/Subject Coordinators

PLP Coordinator Mr Lachlan Chatterton

Religious Education Mrs Patrizia Puglia

Research Project Coordinator Mr Lachlan Chatterton

Science Mr Gavin O’Reilly

Visual Arts Mrs Nicolle LeRay-Warren

Coordinators

Co-curricular Coordinator (Boys) Mr Jordan Young

Co-curricular Assistant (Girls) Ms Leanne Burton

Gifted & Talented Coordinator Mr Stratos Karnas

Learning Support Coordinator Mr Michael Balic

SACE Coordinator Mr Rocco Schirripa

VET Coordinator Mr Kevin Woolford

Student Services

Student Counsellors Ms Sarah DaviesMs Ida-Marie TullioMr Anthony Vizaniaris

Career Counsellors Ms Rose CooreyMr Anthony Vizaniaris

Pastoral Support Worker Sr Nithya

Administration Assistants Mrs Lynda WhiteMrs Bonita DorianMs Isabella BarilaMrs Brenda Trimboli


Year 7 Pastoral Staff General College Information

Pastoral Teachers & Room Numbers

7BPC-01 Mr Angelo Zoanetti Rm 47

7BPC-02 Mr Jack Alberton Rm 39

7BPC-03 Mr Thomas Simpson Rm 40

7BPC-04 Mr Adam Biggs Rm 41

7BPC-05 Mrs Elizabeth Axon Rm 42

7BPC-06 Ms Rachael Bennett Rm 43

7GPC-01 Ms Gabrielle Anderson Rm 44

7GPC-02 Mrs Natalie Dimitriou and Mrs Katrina Kreis TD

7GPC-03 Ms Rhiannon O’Hara and Ms Katrin Kingsberry TE

7GPC-04 Ms Angela Bennedetti Rm 45

Year Level Director: Mr Aldo Calo

Assistant Year Level Director: Ms Joanne Billows

Uniform Shop - Dobsons Pty LtdThe College uniform can only be purchased from the Uniform Shop which is located at the Secondary Campus on Lawrie Street, Gate 4.

The shop is managed and operated by Dobsons Pty Ltd on behalf of St Michael’s College.

It is essential to arrange an appointment. Please contact staff directly on telephone 8150 2306.

The trading hours are as follows:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

8:00 am - 4:15 pm (closed between 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm)

The College DaySecondary Campus

Movement Bell 8:40 am

Pastoral 8:45 am

Lesson 1 9:00 am

Lesson 2 9:40 am

Lesson 3 10:20 am

RECESS 11:00 am

Movement Bell 11:20 am

Lesson 4 11:25 am

Lesson 5 12:05 pm

Lesson 6 12:45 pm

LUNCH 1:25 pm

Movement Bell 2:05 pm

Lesson 7 2:10 pm

Lesson 8 2:50 pm

DISMISSAL 3:30 pm

Front Office Contact Details

Monday-Friday 8:15 am - 4:45 pm

Telephone 08 8356 5966

Email [email protected]

Website www.smc.sa.edu.au

Student Absentee Line 08 8150 2323


Important Dates for Year 7Subject to change

Term 1

28 January Classes Resume (Years 7 and 12)

Music Performance (L8)

29 January Year 7 - 12 Welcome Assembly

3 February Year 7 Parent Evening 6:30 pm

5 February Year 7 - 12 Mass 9:00 am

11 February Year 7 - 12 House Meetings

12 February Class of 2019 Academic Assembly 9:10 - 10:20 am

19 - 21 February Year 7 Camp

24 February Sports Day - SA Athletics Stadium

27 February MAD Launch

26 February Ash Wednesday (whole school service)

11 March Year 7 Mass

9 March Adelaide Cup (Public Holiday)

16 March Martin Chatterton Author Visit

26 March Year 7 Retreat

3 April Mission Action Day

9 April Year 7-12 Easter Prayer Service

Classes Conclude - Early Dismissal 12:45 pm


Term 2

27 April Classes Resume

29 April Junior Secondary Pastoral Assembly

Parent Teacher Interviews (1) - Early Dismissal 12:45pm

30 April Caica Cup

4 May Parent Teacher Interviews (2) - Early Dismissal 12:45 pm

6 May Year 7 Mass

12 - 15 May NAPLAN (Year 7 and 9)

13 May Whole school Mass at Henley Campus

Feast of St John Baptist de La Salle

21 May Enlighten Education for Girls

22 May Goodfellas for Boys

5 June Staff Professional Development Day (No Classes)

8 June Queen’s Birthday (Public Holiday)

17 June Year 7 Breakfast

18 June Meet the Writers

23 June Brainstorm Productions 9:40 am

24 June Year 7 Mass

2 July Textbooks to be returned

3 July Classes Conclude - Early Dismissal 12:45pm



Term 3

20 July Classes Resume

22 July Year 7 - 9 Academic Assembly

30 July Year 7 - 11 Australian Maths Competition

5 August Year 7 Mass

19 August Year 7, 8 and 9 Assembly and Subject Selection

20 August Parent Teacher Interviews - School Closure

4 September Staff Retreat Day - No Classes

10 September Year 7 History Excursion Group 1

11 September Year 7 History Excursion Group 2

16 September Years 7 - 9 Co-Curricular Assembly

25 September De La Salle Day

Early Dismissal 12:45 pm

Term 4

12 October Classes Resume

16 October Year 12 Graduation Assembly (Years 7 - 12)

28 October Year 7 Mass

11 November Remembrance Day Ceremony

Year 7 Breakfast

16 November Years 7 & 8 Vinnies Drive Begins

18 November Year 7 ID photos

25 November Year 7 Mass

27 November Year 7 - 9 Lasallian Sports Shield

2 December Year 7 Pastoral Day

3 December SMC’s Got Talent L7 - 8

Year 7 - 9 Textbook Return

4 December Classes Conclude - Early Dismissal 12:45 pm

7 - 9 December Camp La Salle



Learning and Management System: SEQTA

SEQTA is a collaborative teaching and learning system that connects teachers, students and parents as an interactive and supportive community. To find out more, please follow this link:

https://seqta.com.au/

All students at St Michael’s College are able to access SEQTA via their student portal, SEQTA Learn, by using their username and password. All students must access the site through the following link:

https://sta.smc.sa.edu.au/

All parents can access SEQTA to keep updated on what their child is currently working on and when assignments are due. This also allows parents to access school reports and read the daily notices in a similar interface to the students. Parents are encouraged to install the SEQTA Engage app on their Apple or Android device and enter the following:

https://pta.smc.sa.edu.au/


Once students log on, a master menu appears providing the students with their timetable and subject course material. Further to this, students can also access daily notices and directly message (Direqt Message) their teachers. DM has the capacity for the user to attach documents.

Other functionalities of SEQTA include:

Recording students daily attendance;

Communicating with parents/caregivers;

Recording student achievements and awards;

Storing teaching and learning resources;

Uploading student report cards onto the portal.



Accessing a Student Timetable via SEQTAWhen students click on the Timetable tab, the students’ individual timetable for the week will appear.


Accessing College NoticesWhen the Notices tab is selected, the notices for the desired day will appear.

Checking assignment due dates and submitting work through SEQTAWhen students select the Upcoming tab, the upcoming assessment tasks appear. Students are able to upload their assignments once they are completed; these are referred to as e-submissions.

Subject and Assessment outlines via SEQTAThe Courses tab displays an overview of the selected subject. Students are provided with a summary of the key objectives of the particular course along with a breakdown of the assessment tasks.

The Assessment tab will enable students to track their progress of completed assessments in each subject.

Direqt Messages enables students to communicate with their subject teacher and vice-versa.

Logging out of SEQTALogging out of the system is advised once the student has finished using SEQTA.


Junior Secondary School

St Michael’s College subscribes to a philosophy that the unique needs of students in Years 7 - 9 can best be met in a Junior Secondary School setting that provides a student-centred program and recognises that students in early adolescence are undergoing greater physiological and social re-orientation than at any other period in their lives.

The overall purpose of the Junior Secondary School should be to meet the educational, developmental and social needs that emerge in this transitional period.

The Junior Secondary Pastoral and Academic Programs therefore provide all students with a supportive and flexible environment in which all students will have opportunities to develop skills and explore a variety of learning experiences while making the transition from the primary to the middle school.

In keeping with this philosophy, our Junior Secondary School provides:

a positive climate that fosters respect, self-esteem, self-discipline and student responsibility;

close contact and communication between parents and school;

intervention and acceleration when needs are identified;

an advisory and counselling program;

knowledgeable educators who are committed to junior secondary methodology;

a quality Pastoral Care Program.

Every Pastoral classroom at St Michael’s will have a wall-chart that addresses the key student responsibilities that support each child. Student Responsibilities are also at the front of the College Diary.

Pastoral Care

The Pastoral Care of students at St Michael’s College is informed by the Lasallian Vision of schooling, to assist with the development of all students so that they are able to reach their academic, spiritual, emotional, social, and physical potential.

More specifically, through Pastoral Care we:

1. Provide an environment in which every student is valued, feels safe and has someone to talk to.

2. Respect the dignity of each person.

3. Develop a spirit of community through positive relationships between staff, students and parents.

4. Develop self-discipline and responsibility.

5. Provide opportunities for spiritual growth.

6. Educate students in a Christ-centred model of leadership

7. Encourage participation in social justice initiatives.

8. Provide activities and strategies that develop students’ personal, organisational and lifestyle skills and choices.

9. Provide assistance with regard to subject selection, vocational and career options.

10. Foster participation in community building and recreational activities.


Extended Pastoral Care

During Extended Pastoral Care our students spend time working through a number of different themes including:

Term 1 – Transition and Building Positive Relationships

Secondary schooling can certainly be daunting through the eyes of a 12 year old. They are faced with a new environment, new faces, new teachers and what can seem like a whole new world! As such, it is important to ensure all students are provided with the necessary support structures to ensure they have a successful start to the year. Pastoral teachers spend extended time with students, informing them of the opportunities they are presented with, whilst also allowing them to build and promote positive relationships with each other.

An integral part of the Year 7 Program is building positive relationships with both staff and students. To promote this, students are involved in a school Camp, allowing them to work in partnership to accomplish fun tasks, form new friendships and strengthen relationships with one another. By building confidence in their own abilities, students also become comfortable in their new environment and quickly feel a part of the St Michael’s Community.

As well as Camp, students will be involved in a Retreat day which focuses on the vision of St Michael’s College - Community, Challenge, Choice, and the role they have to play. It also allows students to reflect on their journey and focus on what lies ahead. They are challenged to follow their passions and work towards being the ‘best they can be’.

‘Enlighten’ for girls and the ‘Goodfellas Program’ for boys are two programs that focus on empowering young people. Enlighten Education encourages teenage girls to decode the mixed messages they receive and help them develop self-worth and resilience, whilst the Goodfellas Program assists teenage boys on their ‘Journey into Manhood’. Both programs seek to motivate young people and strengthen mental health.

St Michael’s wants each child to be a successful learner and to develop confidence, resilience, a love of learning and a respect for others.

Experiencing positive relationships, being genuinely engaged in learning and developing high self-esteem will have a major and lasting impact on students as they move into young adulthood.

During this period of students’ lives, they are moving from concrete to


abstract thinking. They have an intense curiosity and a growing capacity for higher-order analysis and reflection. They are also moving towards more rational decision-making and a better understanding of the consequences of behaviour. As a result, students are encouraged to become independent thinkers and learners taking greater responsibility for their own actions and developing a greater sense of empathy for the needs of others.

Term 2 – Working with others and Digital Citizenship / Cyber Safety

All parents want reassurance that their child is not going to be bullied, harassed or intimidated at school. They also want their child to be respectful to others. St Michael’s College always takes this issue seriously. It is important that we do this through promoting positive relationships with each other.

Bullying occurs when someone acts aggressively towards people to gain power over them on a consistent basis. It is a deliberate attempt to make the other person feel uncomfortable or unhappy. It can happen verbally, via SMS or email, through social networking sites and through physical abuse or social harm.

Another key pastoral focus for Year 7 is implementing effective anti-bullying programs including, drama performances and public speakers, who provide current and thought provoking content. St Michael’s has an anti-bullying plan, which includes specific ways to deal with bullying, harassment and intimidation. Students are also provided access to on-line support websites including Bullying No Way, Lifeline, Kids Helpline, and Lifeline’s Justask. As well as the impact of bullying, anti-bullying strategies are presented as part of our Pastoral Program.

As an emerging issue in society, anti-cyber-bullying values and standards are taught via a number of key speakers and presentations at Year 7 Assemblies and Pastoral Classes, particularly in Semester One.

Gaming and Notification addiction is a growing area of concern for young people. With the aid of the ‘Office of the eSafety Commissioner’, students will be involved in a ‘#gameon’ program that seeks to educate them about the dangers of excessive gaming and inappropriate use of social media platforms.



Term 3 – Digital Citizenship / Cyber Safety and Building Resilience

We continue Digital Citizenship in Term 3 as it is always a good idea to review digital citizenship skills with students and to encourage a culture of respect and positive interaction in their online and offline worlds. With many students expected to sign digital use contracts on social media, and agree to acceptable use policies, we spend time this term supporting the Year 7 community to consider and act on the issues the digital world can present.

Mental wellbeing is a term commonly associated with young people. With the aid of ‘Beyond Blue’ and ‘The Resilience Project’, students will explore ways of promoting their self-worth, strategies of increasing their self-esteem, deconstruct the idea of ‘self-talk’ and to regulate and understand their emotions. We want our students to feel empowered, confident and to build on their resilience as they grow and mature.

Term 4 – Building Resilience and Being Active

As we continue our journey into building resilience and strengthening relationships with peers and staff, students will also engage in a number of physical activities to promote not only a positive mental well-being but also a physical one. This is an enjoyable way to bring together the key components of the Pastoral program - building relationships, community, resilience, and being safe - to conclude the first year of their journey through St Michael’s College.

Year 7 General Information

Understanding ChangeAttending St Michael’s will be a new, exciting and often challenging experience for each child. From day one, there will be many changes that students will need to get used to. The school is very likely to be much bigger than their primary school, and some students may feel a little unsure about it all. Instead of being a senior student in a smaller school, they are now a new student in a much larger school. With the support of family, friends, and school staff, students usually adapt quickly to their new situation.

St Michael’s has a wide range of initiatives and activities to support each child’s social and personal development through Pastoral Care. Some of these include:

Year 6 to 7 Transition programs

Peer support

Student mentors

Gifted and Talented programs

Academic Awards and recognition certificates

Anti-racism Education

Health and fitness programs

Student leadership opportunities

Student-driven social justice initiatives

Retreats and excursions

Goal setting courses

Access to individual counselling services

Safe Social Networking presentations

Personal Wellbeing - Healthy Body, Healthy MindBeing fit, healthy and active benefits each child socially, emotionally and intellectually. Research has shown that young people who do regular physical activity have:

Improved emotional wellbeing, self-esteem and self-concept; they feel more confident, happy, and relaxed.

Improved health and a feeling of physical well-being.

Improved mental health, better concentration skills and the ability to manage anxiety and stress.

Increased capacity for learning and productivity - active children are generally more motivated and



better organised than children who are inactive. Physical activity has direct links to improved learning outcomes.

Enhanced social skills, such as cooperation and teamwork, as well as meeting new people and developing friendships.

A more positive school outlook - active children are generally less aggressive and experience fewer discipline problems.

All students will take part in a wide range of physical activities at school and learn more about positive body image and self-esteem in their Health and Physical Education classes.

Time Management - Be Organised Drawing up a simple home

timetable using a calendar to plan activities, study requirements, deadlines for assignments, etc.

Listing key dates and other commitments.

Setting a priority against each task to help achieve goals, rather than being overwhelmed by what has to be done and then rushing at the end.

A “to do” list is a very good idea!

Students should set aside a particular time to study - somewhere private and quiet if possible. Work out a daily timetable that incorporates all student needs and interests. Regularly viewed TV programs, club activities, co-curricular activities and sport should all be part of the timetable. Ultimately, students will need to manage their own study with the support of parents and teachers.

Home StudyHome study is a term implying schoolwork done at home. This may involve:

Set work and/or reading;

Research assignments and projects;

Revision and study;

A combination of all three.

It is hard to establish a required time each night; however, research suggests that there is a high correlation between the volume of time given to study and completion of work and the true realisation of innate potential.


Attendance/PunctualityYear 7 students are required to be at school by 8:40 am each day. All absences must be accounted and parents are requested to contact the College via the Absentee Line 8150 2323 by 9:30 am if a student is going to be absent or late.

Prolonged absences through illness should be accompanied by a Medical Certificate and the Year Level Director contacted so work can be forwarded if appropriate and in keeping with the successful recovery of the student.

If students arrive at school after their pastoral class has concluded they MUST REPORT TO THE Administration Office with a diary note. If a student has been marked absent by the Pastoral Teacher and has not signed in at the Administration Office, a text message will be sent to the parent regarding their absence.

Leaving During School HoursStudents are not permitted to leave the school grounds without signed permission from their parent/guardian, Pastoral Teacher and Year Level Director. Students must also sign out via the Administration Office.

If a student needs to leave early for an appointment etc please write a note in the diary. This note will be signed by their Pastoral Care and Year Level Director prior to leaving via the Administration Office.

If students feel unwell at school, they must report to the First Aid Room in the Administration Office. Students must not contact parents during school to pick them up. In emergency situations, students may request to make a phone call from the Year Level Director’s Office.

DiaryThe diary provides important information, including College policies and guidelines. Please read it carefully. Students and Parents/ Carers are asked to sign the “College Policies and Guidelines” page to acknowledge that they are familiar with the information in the diary. Junior secondary students should also have their diary signed on a weekly basis to monitor its use.



Bag/ValuablesYear 7 students are required to be ready to start Pastoral Care by 8:45 am. Bags must be stored in lockers. No large school bags are to be carried during the day. Small PE bags may be used to carry books.

Students are not to bring valuable items to school.

Be aware that students are responsible for items such as USBs and Graphic Calculators. These items should be in their possession at all times. They are not to be left lying around. It is recommended that all possessions, uniform included, are clearly labelled with full name.

Mobile Phone PolicyPLEASE DO NOT CONTACT YOUR CHILD DIRECTLY.

Mobile Phones and other electronic devices are not to be used during the College day.

If students do bring these, it is entirely at their own risk. The mobile phone must be switched off and stored securely throughout the day.

Mobile phones should be stored safely, but they may not be switched on or used during school hours. Students who are found using their

phone will have it confiscated and returned via a Year Level Director.

Other consequences may apply in line with normal St Michael’s behavioural processes.

Computer UseThe Information Communications Technology (ICT) facilities at St Michael’s College are provided exclusively for educational purposes. This policy has been established to ensure all students are given an equal opportunity to develop information literacy skills in an educational setting.

All College computers, devices and on-line resources will be used in relation to the College Curriculum and in accordance with the philosophy and standards of St Michael’s College.

The Integrated Learning Technologies (ILT) initiative will be issued at the commencement of Year 7 for a 3-year life cycle. The device can be used at home as well as at school; however, the College reserves the right to capture, store and review all internet browsing and emails across our school network at any time.

In the event of inappropriate use of the ICT facilities, the College could:

inform parents that their child has breached the ICT Policy;


deny access for a period of time or terminate access to any of the ICT Services;

issue other consequences in line with normal St Michael’s behavioural processes.

It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that the ICT facilities are used for educational purposes only.

More information regarding the College’s Integrated Learning Technology Program can be found on the College home page under ‘College/Parent Information’.

Backup and Data StorageIt is important for students to keep a backup file of their work. Technology can fail, be lost or stolen, so it is extremely important that all students take action to ensure they have backed up their schoolwork.

Office 365 (O365) is a Microsoft (MS) product that all staff and students have access to at St Michael’s College.

It combines a number of different Microsoft products together and allows you to access them and all your files through your own MS ‘cloud’ account. Students are required to back up their work continually and O365 allows this to occur seamlessly. Files are backed up automatically if saved in OneDrive and can be accessed from any internet enabled computer (e.g. desktop, tablet, laptop).


Student Support - Student Services

The following departments under the umbrella of ‘Students Services’ are part of St Michael’s College academic and personal support for all students. All students and parents are invited to access these services when required.

Student Services may be contacted by phone or in person.

Personal Counselling

Available for all students who are experiencing any one of a variety of difficulties ranging from school based issues to family and relationship issues. Coming to a new school can be quite daunting for some students so we encourage students to visit the counsellors if they are at all concerned about anything. Early intervention for any difficulties, which students might be experiencing, offer the best opportunity for a positive outcome.

Grief Counselling

Our Chaplain, Sister Nythia works in an Outreach capacity supporting students and their families who are dealing with grief through serious illness or the death of a loved one.

Learning Support

Supports students with diagnosed learning disabilities or difficulties. The Learning Support Coordinator

sets priorities for Learning Support.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Is part of our mainstream curriculum and assists students whose first language is not English with intensive English language support.

St Michael’s Outreach Education Program is committed to:

Supporting a number of students from war torn countries through the mainstream English as a Second Language (EAL) program.

Careers and Academic Counselling

Students are assisted with their subject choices to best position them for their future direction. The counsellors also assist students with their career pathways which may be into tertiary studies, apprenticeship, or into full time employment.

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Assists students who are not going into university but are looking for other career pathways such as traineeships.

Summary

The transition from primary to junior secondary schooling can be a daunting but at the same time an exciting time of growth and change. Research has indicated that a supportive and loving family, an effective school transition and support program and the knowledge and belief that others happily make the transition will ensure most will adapt quickly to the changes required.

At St Michael’s College we have discovered that the best outcomes in terms of student success are achieved when parents, students and teachers work collaboratively and assume responsibility.

Students are expected to attend school regularly, follow college expectations, maintain a positive attitude and do their best to achieve their innate potential.

Parents need to be supportive of the school system and encourage students in their learning.

Teachers are responsible for monitoring the progress of students and meeting the learning and wellbeing needs of students.

When these responsibilities are met, maximum learning will be achieved.

St John Baptist De La Salle:

Pray for Us.

Live Jesus in our Heart:

Forever.

Primary Campus

78 East Avenue Beverley, SA 5009

p: 08 8346 6548 f: 08 8346 9449

[email protected]

Secondary Campus

15 Mitton Avenue Henley Beach, SA 5022

p: 08 8356 5966 f: 08 8356 1092

[email protected]

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