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2018Ignatius Park College
OrientationHandbook
Welcome
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Main Contacts
Mr Shaun Clarke | Principal
Mrs Kirrilee Browning I Registrar/Executive Assistant to the
Principal ([email protected])
Mr John Doolan | Deputy Principal
Mrs Johanna Smith | Director of Students
Mr Shane Dove | Director of Curriculum
Mrs Marg Hodgson | Director of Staf f
Mr Vilton Crasto | Business Manager
Mr John Deer | Dean of Well Being ([email protected])
Mr Andrew Kirkpatrick | Program Leader - Indigenous and
Multicultural ([email protected])
Carolyne Drummond | Defence School Mentor
([email protected])
Ms Dannielle Charge | College CounsellorMrs Valerie Derwent |
College Counsellor
College Reception: 4796 0222
Student Absence: Send a text to 0416 905 246, Email
[email protected], Call the school on 07 4796 0222
and leave a voice message or Online Web form located on
website.
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Ignatius Park College is proudly dedicated to boys: their
spiritual, academic, social and physical growth as they approach
maturity. As Townsville’s only boys’ school, we are uniquely placed
to cater for their specific needs.
The College’s challenging academic programmes revolve around a
recognition that boys think and learn differently from girls. Our
routines and curriculum are therefore carefully structured to allow
maximum personal growth within an environment tailored specifically
to cater for boys’ academic, physical and emotional
development.
Our HistoryIgnatius Park College bears witness to the dedication
and hard work of the Christian Brothers, who, in the spirit of
their founder, have lived and worked in the College community for
100 years. While Ignatius Park College opened on its current site
in 1969, it continued the proud traditions of Our Lady’s Mount, the
first of a number of schools opened by the Christian Brothers in
the Townsville region.
Our CrestIn the top left hand corner of our badge, there is an
image of a book. This book, the book of wisdom, symbolizes our
quest for knowledge and understanding, for peace and serenity, for
courage and pride. The Alpha and Omega tells us that our beginning
and end is God, and that we owe all to Him.
The Southern Cross on our badge reminds us that as Australians
we should be proud of our country, our freedom, our people and
everything we have.
The Blue and White, Our Lady’s colours, recall the traditional
devotion of all Brothers’ schools to God’s mother.
The predominant feature of our badge is the Cross. Just as the
Cross is the centre of our badge, so is the Cross the centre of our
life. This Cross does not carry the image of Christ’s Body, for
we
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believe that Christ has risen and this Cross then is the sign of
our hope to join the risen Christ after a fruitful life on
earth.
The two blank spaces represent those parts of our lives not yet
fulfilled. We pray that what we are to accomplish, with the
school’s help, will honour the badge, ourselves, the Church and Our
God.
The motto of the College is SEEK TRUTH, understood in all its
aspects and particularly that divine Truth which surpasses human
understanding and has the power to make us truly free.
Our SymbolThe Phoenix represents for us the undying spirit of
Ignatius Park and the Christian tradition to which we belong, as
echoed in the Brothers’ history through the centuries and
throughout the seven decades here in Townsville. The choice of
symbol stems from the name “Ignatius” which is derived from the
Latin words ‘Ignis’ - (Fire) and ‘Natus’ (born of).
It is appropriate to reflect that the name Ignatius also refers
to Br. Edmund Ignatius Rice who was the Founder of the Christian
Brothers, a man inspired by the divine fire to begin his noble
work.
Since the beginnings of recorded history, Truth has often been
symbolised as a burning, purifying flame. Hence the name Ignatius
Park and the motto Seek Truth may both be captured in the symbol of
the Phoenix rising from the flames.
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Our College
A Statement of our Aspirations Ignatius Park College, as a work
of Edmund Rice Education Australia, is concerned with enabling
young men to take their place actively and positively in our
community. Key to this process is recognising what it takes to be a
valued man in our society, who has his foundations grounded in the
Edmund Rice tradition and the Gospel values, which are immutable
and central to everything we do. An Ignatius Park College man
is:SpiritualHe has developed a sense that life is much greater than
himself and is AWARE of and ATTUNED with the wonder of
creation.RelationalHe has RESPECT for all members of his community
with a special concern for those who experience difficulty or
disadvantage through circumstance or background. In this sense, he
VALUES DIVERSITY, and aims to be SELFLESS, COMPASSIONATE and JUST
in his dealings with all members of his community.Responsible He is
ACCOUNTABLE for his actions, HUMBLE and HONEST in his
efforts.Problem SolverHis aim is to be a productive member of his
community who utilises the full range of his knowledge and skills
to make that community a better place. He demonstrates
RESOURCEFULNESS and RESILIENCE in this determination. He has
learned how to CHALLENGE APPROPRIATELY to bring about change where
needed.Balanced as an Individual He has been encouraged to explore
a range of outcomes and interests aimed at developing him as a
whole person.Pride in where he comes fromHe has PRIDE in who he is
and where he comes from, in particular, his family and his school.
He values the traditions, culture and future of Ignatius Park
College. He is shaped by those who have gone before him at the
College and shares in shaping the College’s present and
future.Sense of MateshipHe supports his mates through the good and
bad times. His LOYALTY is based on the recognition that to be a
true friend can mean having to stand against the prevailing view in
order to do the right thing.
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Our College
Pastoral CareIgnatius Park College espouses a specific approach
to pastoral care and behaviour development based on Restorative
Practices philosophy. This philosophy, which is in keeping with the
College’s Ricean approach to education, serves to provide Ignatius
Park
College students with the opportunity to develop self-discipline
and positive behaviours in a caring, supportive environment. It
holds students at its centre and acts as a mechanism through which
individuals can successfully obtain a holistic education. Through
planned strategies and informal experiences, the Ignatius Park
College pastoral care infrastructure enables students to feel safe,
supported, but most of all, motivated towards achieving their
goals. Within the school environment, one of the fundamental needs
of the community is for people to cooperate. The highest levels of
cooperation are found when individuals feel a high level of pride
in membership of the group and a high level of respect within the
group.
• A high level of pride in being a member of the group meansthat
the students feels that “It’s good to be an Ignatius ParkCollege
student”
• A high level of respect is felt when a student believes that
he“has a place here at Iggy Park”, and people take an
individualinterest in his wellbeing.
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Our College
Baillie Pastoral LeaderMrs Pudy
[email protected]
Nolan Pastoral LeaderMr Matthew
[email protected]
Reid Pastoral LeaderMr Chris
[email protected]
Treacy Pastoral LeaderMr John [email protected]
Carew Pastoral LeaderMr Mark [email protected]
Putney Pastoral LeaderMr John
[email protected]
Rice Pastoral LeaderMr Matthew
[email protected]
Ignatius Park College Prayer
JesusTeach us to be generousTo serve othersTo value learningTo
seek TruthTo work hardAnd to nuture our relationshipsWith you and
others,Amen
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Uniform Regulations The Ignatius Park College community has
worked very hard over many years to instil in its students a sense
of pride and respect. The quality and presentation of a student’s
uniform plays a key role in instilling these values.The College
uniform must be maintained in good order and worn in a manner that
will not draw attention to themselves.
• Clean• Good condition• Without graffiti
Formal UniformThe formal uniform must be worn on Mondays and
days where Physical Education is not timetabled. Socks must be worn
up at all times, including to and from school. The shirt must be
tucked in at all times.Black leather laced school shoes are the
only shoe to be worn with the formal uniform. Black skate, suede or
athletic shoes are not permitted. For years 10-12, students must
wear looped formal shorts with a plain black dress belt.
ConsequencesAny student who does not provide a note from a
parent/guardian for breaching the uniform policy will receive an
amber detention.Students who repeatedly disregard this policy may
face more serious consequences.
Sports UniformThe sports uniform consists of:• House shirt•
Sports shorts• IPC sports socks or predominantly white sports socks
which must
be seen above the ankle.• A laced up running shoe. No slip-on
shoes are permitted.
Winter JumperOnly the school track top is permitted. Any student
who does not provide a note from a parent/guardian for breaching
the uniform policy will receive an amber detention.Students who
repeatedly disregard this policy may face more serious
consequences.
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JewelleryNo jewellery is permitted except a watch and a thin
chain. A religious emblem may be worn on the chain. No piercing of
any type is allowed.In the first instance, the student will be
asked to remove unacceptable items or have them
confiscated.Students who repeatedly disregard this policy may face
more serious consequences.
Hair1. Blade 2 or 6mm is the shortest blade acceptable.2.
Hairstyles which draw attention to the student will not be
permitted.
This includes ‘afro’ hairstyles, dreadlocks, mullets, rats-tail,
ponytails, undercuts and shaving of patterns of any form.
3. If hair is coloured it must be one natural colour.
Streaks/tips orbleached hair are not permitted.
4. Hair must be above the eyes and collar. To comply with
workplacehealth and safety requirements, hair brushed in any
direction mustnot exceed these limits.
5. No facial hair.6. Side burns should be no longer than
mid-ear.7. It is a requirement that all students’ hair should be
kept clean and
well-groomed at all times.In the case of a breach in the above
policy, the following will be observed:1. Inappropriate hair style
or colour will need to be changed
immediately (within 24 hours). Parents advised that students
willnot be allowed to return until their hair meets College
guidelines.
2. Hair which is too short – morning tea and lunch time
detentioneach day until it is deemed to be of a length suitable
under policyguidelines
3. Any student who is a repeat offender will face more
severeconsequences. This will be at the discretion of the Deputy
Principal– Pastoral.
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If Your Child Is Sick or Absent
If your son is unable to attend school due to sickness or a
planned absence, please
follow the procedures listed below.
1. The College must be informed by the Parent/Guardian by
9am.
• Preferred options for advising the College of an absence:•
Send text or phone: 0416 905 246• Email:
[email protected]• Complete the online web form
located on the College websitePlease note: When electronic options
are used you will be sent a confirmation text message. This text
message can be ignored if you have already made contact with the
College. Also, we ask you clearly state/show your son’s full name,
year level, House, reason and period for absence.
2. A note written by Parent/Guardian must also be placed in the
diaryexplaining the absence (including reason and length of time).
Thestudent must then show this to their Homeroom teacher upon
returningto school. Both the notification and note are
required.
3. Where absence clashes with exams and/or assignment due dates
priorarrangement should be made, where possible. For further
informationrefer to the Assignment Policy procedures in your son’s
diary.
Electronic Technology PolicyPersonal electronic devices
• Personal electronic devices are not permitted to be used at
theCollege unless directed by a teacher for a specific
activity.
• This is because of their potential to contain damaging
material, toserve as a distraction to effective teaching and
learning or to providea means for bullying or harassing other
members of the Collegecommunity.
• Student personal devices are not to be connected to the
Collegenetwork.
• All personal devices, including phones, must be secured in
thestudent’s locker from 8.10-3.00pm and not used during this time.
Ifthere is an urgent need to check a device/phone, then the
studentmust obtain permission from a member of the pastoral team
before
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proceeding to use the device.• Students are not to use any
personal electronic device to take still
photos or record audio or video files on the College grounds.•
School based activities involving the recording of images or
sound
must be undertaken on College devices under the specific
instructionof the class teacher.
• The College highly recommends that non-essential personal
devicesare not brought to school and takes no responsibility for
the securityof any personal device on the school grounds.
Mobile Phone PolicyPossession and use of mobile phones and
electronic devices
Mobile phones and electronic devices are a part of modern
society and the College accepts that many students will possess
mobile phones and electronic devices. Phones are a useful tool,
especially where the issue of safety is concerned. However,
teachers and students have a right to teach and to learn in a
classroom environment free from interruption by mobile phones and
other electronic devices. Mobile phones in schools present a number
of challenges. These include:
• Interrupting lessons and disrupting the learningof others.
• Theft of mobile phones and electronic devices.• Mobile phones
being used to contact outsiders
who may enter the school illegally.• Mobile phones with cameras
are a real danger in terms of privacy/
child protection.• Disrupting examinations and assessment
tasks.• Being used inappropriately at excursions and other school
related
events.• Downloading and transferring of inappropriate
material.• As a tool for bullies.PolicyWhile we prefer students not
have mobile phones at school, the College does accept that genuine
safety concerns exist which require a phone to be brought on to
College property; therefore, the College has adopted
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the following policy:1. Students are discouraged from bringing
mobile phones to school. Theschool accepts no responsibility for
mobile phones or other electronicdevices that are brought to school
and undertakes no responsibility toinvestigate their misplacement,
loss or alleged theft.2. Ignatius Park College requires any mobile
phone on the property tobe switched off while on the College
grounds. Mobile phones should behanded in to the school office, or
secured in the school locker upon arrivalat school.3. Where parents
need to contact their children during the school day,the College
office is the appropriate method.4. Mobile phones equipped with
camera facilities are not to have thatfacility accessed at ANY time
whilst on school property.5. Mobiles phones or other electronic
devices which double as storagedevices for school work are
prohibited. All electronic files need to bestored on a device
designed specifically for the storage of computer filesonly.6.
Using mobile phones to bully and threaten other students
isunacceptable and will not be tolerated. In some cases it can
constitutecriminal behaviour.It should be noted that it is a
criminal offense to use a mobile phone to menace, harass or offend
another person. With all such incidents, the College may consider
it appropriate to involve thePolice.1st Offence – The phone is to
be given to the Pastoral Leader and the student to be given write
outs. The phone will not be returned until the end of the school
day on the condition that the write outs have been completed.2nd
Offence – The phone is to be given to the Deputy Principal
Pastoral. The student will be placed on an amber detention.3rd
Offence/Continuous Infringements – The phone is to be given to the
College Principal.Following an interview with the student’s parents
the phone will be returned and Saturday detention issued.A student
who uses a Mobile Phone to take camera footage of another member of
the Ignatius Park College community is placing their position at
the College at risk.
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Student DiaryPurpose of Student DiaryThe student diary serves as
a means of communication between the staff and the student’s
family. It will convey information to parents and encourage
students and parents to discuss important information regarding
College life.The student diary provides a means by which students
can organise their own homework and study commitments in an
effective way. Daily homework can be recorded in the appropriate
pages for the information of students, parents, and Homeroom
teachers.
How to Use the DiaryBy The Student• Take the diary to each class
and maintain it in a neat, well organised
manner.• Should the diary issued be lost, damaged or defaced the
student will
purchase a new• College diary.• Record homework, assignments,
important dates and activities.• All students are to have their
diaries filled out for Monday morning
administration.
This includes:• Diary signed by Parent/Guardian from the
previous week.• Subjects filled out for the current week.• Late and
absent notes filled in correctly from the previous week.
By Teachers• To indicate relevant comments on student progress
or behaviour
when appropriate.• To check and sign regularly.• To stamp the
diary when homework is incomplete or a green
detention is issued.
By Parents/Guardians• To check and sign weekly.• To record any
communication to teachers.• To sign and record reasons for student
absences/lateness.•Please be aware that a number of College
policies are currently underreview and some changes may occur.
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Stationery and Uniform
A Stationery Order Form is located on the College website.
Uniform Shop Opening Hours for Back to School 2020Monday 2
December 2019 8:00am - 11:00amWednesday 4 December 2019 8:00am -
11:00amSaturday 18 January 2020 9:00am - 3:00pmMonday 20 January
2020 9:00am - 12:00pmWednesday 22 January 2020 1:00pm -
6:00pmThursday 23 January 2020 9:00am - 12:00pmFriday 24 January
2020 9:00am - 12:00pmTuesday 28 January 2020 8:00am - 11:00am
(First day of school)
An overview of items required by Year 7 students are:Academic
Shirt - Blue (Yrs. 7 to 11)Academic Shorts (Years 7 to 9)Socks –
IPC AcademicSports Polo Shirt Sports Shorts (old/new style)Socks –
IPC Sports Crew or Anklets (optional)HatJacket – Winter Scientific
Calculator is necessary for Year 7 students. These are available at
the College.All students must purchase a padlock from the College
rather than provide their own.
The Uniform Shop price list is available on the College
website.
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College Services
TuckshopThe Tuckshop is an integral part of the College and
provides nutritious meal options at affordable prices.The Tuckshop
also provides parents with a great opportunity to meet other
parents and staff by volunteering to prepare and serve lunches. Any
enquires can be made to the Tuckshop Convenor during school hours
on 4796 0222
LibraryStudents are required to care for the books issued in an
appropriate manner and report loss, theft or any damage to the book
immediately to the Library. All books are to be returned promptly
at the end of the term or semester or prior to leaving the College.
Replacement costs may be levied in respect of resources lost or
damaged.
College CounsellorsThe College Counsellors are available for
confidential discussions on any matter – social, emotional,
behavioural or family related and provide on-going support for the
students and their families.
Defence School MentorThe Defence Transition Mentor (DTM)
provides assistance and support to students and families from
Australian Defence Force families. The DTM supports students in
transitioning into the College after transferring into the region
or in dealing with cases where a parent may be on military
deployment.
The Uniform ShopThe Uniform Shop is located in the Main Office
building at the front of the College and stocks all required
student uniforms.Trading hours are:Monday 8.00am – 10.45amWednesday
8.00am – 10.45amFriday 8.00am – 10.45amAlso the first day of each
Term from 8.00am to 10.45am. The Uniform Shop is not open an any
Student Free Days. Uniforms may be paid for at the time of purchase
by cash or EFTPOS.
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Ignatius Park College368 Ross River Road, Cranbrook 4814P.O. Box
121, Aitkenvale, Queensland, 4814
Telephone: 07) 4796 0222Fax: 07) 4796 0200Email:
[email protected]: www.ipc.qld.edu.au
