Policies
Anti Bullying and Harassment Policy
Bishop Druitt College is committed to providing a safe learning environment. The physical, emotional, moral and educational health of all students is valued above all else. The College actively discourages bullying and harassment of any kind, in line with current laws in New South Wales that state that bullying and harassment are illegal, as is the victimisation and harassment of anyone reporting bullying.
Child Protection
The focus of the College's duty of care is the protection of children from abuse. The procedures followed by Bishop Druitt College must also be in accordance with all relevant legislation and will take into account other appropriate practices and guidelines aimed at the protection of children. The College's policy and detailed procedures will be revised from time to time to take into account amendments to legislation and regulations.
Privacy
This statement outlines the College's policy on how personal information provided to or collected by it is used and managed. The College is bound by the National Privacy Principles contained in the Commonwealth Privacy Act.
Procedural Fairness
Procedural fairness is a basic right of all individuals. In cases where there is a perceived incongruence between an individual's actions and College rules and expectations the College will aim for a fair decision, reached by an objective decision making process.
Uniform Policy
The Bishop Druitt College uniform symbolises the pride we feel in our school. It has been developed
in consultation with parents, fashion consultants and the Cancer Council of Australia, using quality
materials that are both long-wearing and easy to care for. It is expected that all students will wear
their uniform with pride.
Student Attire on Excursions Policy
When students attend excursions, camps or other non-standard classroom activities there are several aspects of dress code to be considered. These include: safety; foreseeable risk due to exposure to the elements; suitability to the task at hand and reflection of the professionalism and conduct of the College.
Electronic Device Policy
This policy covers the acceptable and unacceptable uses of personal electronic devices such as mobile phones and iPods that students sometimes bring to school.
ICT Network and Internet Policy
Access to the Bishop Druitt College ICT network and the Internet can greatly enhance learning as well as demand some responsibilities. Students are expected to use these ICT facilities only for educational purposes and to behave in a responsible manner when working online.
Talent Development Program Philosophy
The Bishop Druitt College community is committed to the ideal that every student has a right to learn and to reach their potential. The College upholds the belief that all students can learn and graduates of Bishop Druitt College have the skills to be self-directed and independent life long learners. This includes those students who possess a high level of cognitive, affective, or creative capacities.