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Acceptable Use Agreement

Principal's Welcome

Purpose, Vision and School Values Banner Photo

Purpose, Vision and School Values Purpose Statement, Vision Statement, Our Values

Contact Information and Key Staff Banner Photo

Contact Information and Key Staff Key Staff, Contact with the College

Term Dates, 2025 Term 1

College Map

Bell Times Normal Day, House Assemblies, End of Term Dismissal

Behaviour Expectations

Attendance Attendance Policy, Absences, Signing-in, Signing-out

Uniform Expectations Wearing the College Uniform

General Information Booklists, Canteen, Camps and Excursions, Co-Curricular Activities, Damage to Buildings or Equipment, Emergency Evacuation Procedures, Houses, Instrumental Music, Library, Lockers, Lost Property, Newsletters, Student Exit Procedures, Student Representative Council (SRC), Valuables, Visitors

Wellbeing Student Wellbeing Team, Wellbeing Centre, Referring to the Wellbeing Team, Information for Parents of VCE Students

VCE Overview Minimum Requirements - VCE , Minimum Requirements - VCE VM

Subjects and Courses

MAPS for Teaching and Learning Model

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

IT Computer Use, Student Email and Password Information, Compass, Compass Newsfeed, Microsoft Teams, Printing and Photocopying

Mentoring

Oral Presentation Policy

VCE in Year 10

Progression Policy

School Assessed Coursework (SACs) Banner Photo

School Assessed Coursework (SACs) Achievement of Outcomes for Satisfactory Completion, School Assessed Coursework (SACs), SAC Absence

VET

Change of Subject

Assessment and Reporting

Non Satisfactory Completion of VCE Units

Late Submission of Work

Academic Redemption Process (Year 10 only)

Plagiarism and Authentication Policy Banner Photo

Plagiarism and Authentication Policy Examples of Plagiarism, How Plagiarism can be Avoided, Protocols for the Completion of Assessment Tasks Years 7-12 , Breaches in Assessment Protocols, Reporting a Breach in Assessment Protocols for Senior Students, Consequences, Communication

VCAA Examinations General Achievement Test (GAT), Derived Examination Score (DES)

VCAA Special Provisions

Scored vs. Non-Scored VCE NSC Process for a Non-Scored

Mobile Phone Policy

Preventing and Addressing Racism in Schools

Careers and Pathways SEAS - Special Entry Access Scheme

Health Centre Care for ill students, Accidents or Illness, Medication

Location and Transport By Rail: , By Bus:

Driving to School Student Drivers Policy

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Mentoring

All students at Norwood Secondary College participate in the mentoring program, a weekly session with their class and mentor teacher, designed to help them feel more connected to their school, teachers, and peers, while developing skills that support success.

What is mentoring?

Mentoring sessions are a 60-minute time slot set aside each week for your class to meet with your mentor teacher who is there to support you in all aspects of life at Norwood. During these sessions, you’ll work on setting personal and academic goals, building study skills, and learning ways to manage stress and stay positive. It’s a program that’s all about helping you grow and succeed in high school and beyond.

What is mentoring used for?

In Senior School, mentoring sessions are allocated time for students to organise and plan out their week and prepare for upcoming assessments. Students will also be supported to develop their study skills through a range of presentations facilitated by both Norwood Staff and external presenters. In addition to these study sessions, Year level assemblies will run at least twice a term to share important information and ensure that all required VCAA documentation is completed.

What does your mentor teacher do?

Your mentor teacher is there to guide and support you throughout high school. They’re someone you can check in with regularly about your goals, any challenges you’re facing, and ways to stay organised and motivated. They’ll offer tips for managing schoolwork, help you develop strategies for success, and provide a safe space to talk about anything you need. Whether it’s improving your study habits or just having someone to listen, your mentor teacher is a key part of your support network at Norwood.

A community of support

The mentoring program is all about giving you the support, skills, and confidence to thrive at school and beyond. Alongside your mentor teacher, Norwood has a team of supportive staff including Year Level Coordinators, Heads of Year Level and the Student Wellbeing team. Everyone is here to help you succeed and make high school a positive experience.