Year 7 & 8 Administrative & Course Handbook

PARENTS AND GUARDIANS CAN HELP THEIR CHILDREN BY • encouraging students to complete their homework • helping them to complete tasks by discussing key questions or directing them to resources • encouraging them to organise their time and take responsibility for their learning • encouraging them to read and to take an interest in and discuss current local, national and international events • helping them to balance the amount of time spent completing homework, watching television, playing computer games, playing sport and engaging in other recreational activities • contacting the relevant teacher to discuss any concerns about the nature of homework and their children's approach to the homework The College recommends that homework should be done in a place which is quiet and undisturbed; warm in winter, cool in summer and well lit. It should not be done in front of the television. STUDENTS CAN TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR OWN LEARNING BY • being aware of the school’s homework policy • discussing with their parents/guardians homework expectations • accepting responsibility for the completion of homework tasks within set time frames • following up on comments made by teachers • seeking assistance when difficulties arise • organising their time to manage home obligations, participation in physical activity and sports, recreational and cultural activities and part-time employment CURRICULUM FACILITIES USING THE LIBRARY Students are encouraged to use the library for borrowing, silent reading and research. The library has an excellent collection of fiction and non-fiction books. Students can also use the digital library. The Mooroolbark College Library offers students a range of tools to increase their literacy skills including our Digital Library. BORROWING AND PHOTOCOPYING Students will be issued with a library card that will also function as an ID card. The card will have the student's name, photograph and date of birth on it. This card must be presented whenever students borrow from the library. Students can obtain replacement cards for $6. Students can reserve items which are borrowed by other users. They can also make suggestions for books that the library could buy. OVERDUE ITEMS Students with overdue items cannot borrow any other items until the overdue item has been returned. Reminders about overdue books are regularly emailed to students. If the item remains overdue, it is assumed to be lost, and an account is issued. At a later date, if the book is found, a refund will be arranged, on presentation of the receipt. YEAR 7 B.Y.O.D. PROGRAM At Mooroolbark College we are continuing our educational journey with the integration of the BYOD laptop program catering for a dynamic learning environment. Year 7 students will be part of a structured Bring Your Own Device program that will equip students with the skills and information they need for the 24/7 global community. Our BYOD program promotes the development of creative thinking, communication and problem- solving skills by providing anytime-anywhere access to laptops that have been specifically selected by Mooroolbark College. These devices provide access to software and systems providing for their technology needs and enhancing their development in eLearning and classroom curriculum activities. YEAR 7 & 8 ADMINISTRATIVE & COURSE HANDBOOK CONTENTS