Student Welfare and Discipline

The staff at Evans River K-12 School accept a responsibility for student welfare acknowledging that they share the responsibility with parents/guardians/caregivers of the students and the general community.

Due to the unique nature of Evans River K-12 School, much of the caring in our school occurs spontaneously and incidentally, as it does in any community of caring people.

• it is small;
• it is seen as an integral part of the community; and
• the school receives, or can easily obtain, information about the lives and welfare needs of students.

• casual conversation and interaction in the classroom/ playground;
• small numbers which permit a more personal interaction with students fostering warmth, supportiveness and respect; and
• familiarity with problems and backgrounds which enhances approachability and acceptance.

Teachers at Evans River K-12 School are constantly aware of the influence of social pressures on their students, including the influence of peers and the media. Such matters are also of central concern to parents/guardians/caregivers. Teachers at Evans River K-12 School respect the responsibilities of parents/guardians/caregivers; and consultation, involvement and participation are actively sought.

The school operates a Student Welfare and Discipline Policy to advise students in regard to their conduct. The Policy incorporates a student's rights and responsibilities, the school's Core Rules, details of the Merit Awards Scheme and Discipline System. A copy of the booklet is provided to each student on enrolment. Additional copies are available from the school office.

• an ability to communicate effectively;
• a coherent set of values to guide behaviour;
• a sense of personal and social responsibility for their actions and decisions;
• a sense of personal dignity and worth;
• self-reliance;
• a sense of cultural ability;
• a feeling of belonging to the wider community;
• a caring attitude towards others; and
• an ability to form satisfying and stable relationships.

Support Personnel

The school receives the services of various support personnel that assist with the education of its students. Parents will be kept informed if their child requires to be supported by these officers. These include the District Counsellor, the Home School Liaison Officer and various Itinerant Teachers for children with special needs.