The Hutchins School Information for Parents 2011.pdf

1Our CultureSCHOOL MISSION STATEMENTVisionThe Hutchins School vision is to provide an inspirationaleducation where each boy develops his personal bestMissionHutchins is an Anglican school whose supportive, stimulatingcommunity works together to build character of boysAims1. Hutchins is committed to challenging students to be:Effective Thinkers who:• develop a lifelong commitment to enquiry• apply knowledge in creative and reflective ways andcommunicate ideas clearly and confidentlyEffective Citizens who:• have a realistic knowledge of self• develop sound spiritual and moral values• value, explore and embrace diversity, show tolerance anddemonstrate respect for others• shape our future through understanding our history andculture• demonstrate a caring attitude with our local and globalenvironment• build and maintain lifelong friendships, displaying qualitiessuch as integrity, flexibility, reliability and empathy• actively initiate and participate in community service• develop skills in independence, self-motivation, leadership,co-operation and good sportsmanship• participate in a range of enjoyable physical and appropriaterisk taking activities and are responsible for their own healthand safety• have a strong sense of self esteem2. The Hutchins culture encourages:• a balanced education• the best possible teaching practice• open and effective communication• learning experiences for parents that will enable them to assisttheir own children• a happy environment where learning is funWHAT IS IMPORTANT TO HUTCHINSWhat You Do MattersEthosJust because it’s old, doesn’t mean it’s brokenManners are importantWear uniform with prideWe accept you as you are no matter who you areSuccess means being a good personTapping into your own spiritual needs is fundamental to youreducationThe classroom is only a part of your learningTeachersAre here to help youYou and your academic progress are important to everyoneTeachers, parents and students communicate and respecteach otherMutual listening forms strong relationships1 - Our Culture 3

2Start of Year InformationTERM DATES 2011Term 1Term 2Term 38 February – 27 May(Easter Break: 22 – 29 April)21 June – 2 September(Mid Term Break: 18 July)19 September – 14 December(Mid Term Break: 20 – 21 October)HOW TO CONTACT USThe main School telephone number is 6221 4200. The faxnumber is 6225 4018. The Email address is: hutchins@hutchins.tas.edu.au or staff names followed by @hutchins.tas.edu.au - forexample, barrie.irons@hutchins.tas.edu.au for Mr Barrie Irons.Individual members of staff may be telephoned directly using thefollowing numbers, most of which have voicemail provision if thephone is unattended:Main School Office Mrs Lynne Harper 6221 4200Headmaster Mr Warwick Dean 6221 4223Deputy Headmaster Mr Barrie Irons 6221 4253Business Manager Mrs Jenny Self 6221 4211Head of Senior School Mr Duncan Warlters 6221 4255Head of Middle School Mr Ian McQueen 6221 4235Head of Junior School/Early Learning Centre Mrs Jenny Manthey 6221 4237Director of Teaching &Learning Mr Peter Symons 6221 4307Deputy Head ELC & JS/Curriculum Mrs Sue Hasenkam 6221 4303Academic Administrator Mrs Mary Jane Anders 6221 4221Chaplain Revd Matthew Gray 6221 4256Assistant Chaplain Revd Mark Holland 6221 4293Director of Co-Curricularand Sport Mr Wayne Brown 6221 4252Director of Development Mr John Devine 6221 4257Marketing and PublicRelations ManagerTo be advisedCounsellor Mr Dean Docking 6221 4261Buckland Head of House Mr Roy Servant 6221 4280School Head of House Mr Martin Chambers 6221 4278Stephens Head of House Mr Roger McNamara 6221 4243Thorold Head of House Mr James McLeod 6221 4240Year HeadsYear 8 Mr Graeme Geale 6221 4203Year 7 Mrs Janet Waters 6221 4231Assistant Head –Junior School To be advised 6221 4302Assistant to Head of ELC Mrs Judy Smith 6221 4297/272Careers Counsellor Mrs Sheree Malarski 6221 4271John Bednall Centre for Learning SupportDirector Mrs Jenny Johnston 6221 4310Administrative Assistant Mrs Rhonda Morrison 6221 4287Specialist Staff 6221 4248ESL Teacher Mr Simon Moore 6221 4291Director of InformationServices & IT Dr Jill Abell 6221 4225Headmaster’s PersonalAssistant Mrs Carol Marshall 6221 4223Enrolments Assistant Mrs Emma Griffiths 6221 4236School Accounts Mrs Rachel Lucas 6221 4311Junior School Secretary Mrs Virginia Priest 6221 4269Middle School Secretary Mrs Donna Beadle 6221 4264School Archivist Mrs Margaret Mason-Cox 6221 4312Art Curator Mr John Ancher 6221 4215Academic Assistant Mrs Shirley Els 6221 42182 - Start of Year Information 5

Southport Outdoor Education Centre 6298 3185Head Bus Driver Mr Denis Bishop 0417 519 810Director of Out ofSchool Hours Care Mr Ben Searle 6221 42120409 001 894Burbury HouseDirector of Boarding Mr Joshua Hanek 0418 773 559Matron & Sick Bay Mrs Andrea Bester 6221 42300417 321 562Emergency after-hours numbersDeputy Headmaster Mr Barrie Irons 6225 2791Head of Junior School/Early Learning Centre Mrs Jenny Manthey 6223 1773ORIENTATION AND THE START OFTHE YEARSchool begins for all students at 8.30 am on Tuesday 8 February2011. Students report in uniform with their books. However,some students are required earlier for orientation programs asdetailed in the separate mini-school sections.International students are required to arrive earlier (dates willbe advised) to undertake a special induction, orientation andintegration program which will include English and Mathematicstesting. International entry dates each year and an inductionprogram outline will be provided to students so that flights can bebooked accordingly. Also read International Students.NOTE: Monday 7 February 2011 is a staff PD day and orientationfor new students. There is no school program on that day.TEXT AND STATIONERY SALESText book and stationery lists will be available before the end ofTerm 3 2010. Additional copies are available at the book salesvenue.Birchalls will handle the sale of text books (new and second-hand)and stationery in 2011. Sales of these items will be held at theRoyal Hobart Showgrounds, Grandstand Hall. Payment for itemspurchased may be by cheque, cash or credit card. There will beno cash out facility with credit card payments. It is essential thatcheques be made payable to A W Birchall & Sons Pty Ltd.Where a Year 11 or Year 12 student is studying a subject at a cooperatingschool he should buy the books needed at that school.SCHOOL UNIFORM STORELocated at 195 Churchill Avenue, Sandy BayTrading Hours – Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8.30 am – 4.00 pmThe School Uniform Store closes Friday 10 December 2010 at4.00 pm and re-opens Monday 10 January 2011 from 9.00 am to4.00 pm, Monday to Friday, until Friday 11 February 2011. After6this date normal opening hours will resume (Monday, Wednesday,Friday 8.30 am - 4.00 pm). The School Uniform Store will beclosed on public holidays.Payment is required at the time of purchase - cash, cheque, eftposor credit card (Mastercard, Visa and Amex) may be used.Second-hand uniforms taken for resale include blazers, sportjackets, jumpers (black senior / grey junior), junior sport tops.Blazers must be dry cleaned. All other garments must be freshlylaundered. Goods must be current uniform and in good order, freefrom tears, patches, stains or obvious wear. All items submittedmust be in near new condition; ready to wear by their next ownerwith name tags removed, seams and hems sewn, buttons etc secureand any other details attended to. Items for sale will be accepteduntil Friday 19 November 2010. Payment is via EFT once itemshave been resold. Please ensure you have bank account detailswith you when items are dropped off for resale. Any items leftwithout bank account details will be considered a donation.APPOINTMENTS WITH STAFF INJANUARYThe School Office will close at 12 noon on Thursday 23 December2010 and will re-open on Monday 10 January 2011. Office hours,when teaching is not taking place in the School, are 8.30 am to4.00 pm. In term time, the Office is open from 8.00 am to 4.30pm.The Headmaster, Mr Dean, will be available from Monday 24January 2011. Appointments with the Headmaster may be madeby phoning Mrs Marshall on 6221 4223. The Deputy Headmaster,Mr Irons, will be available from Monday 31 January 2011.Appointments with the Deputy Headmaster may be made byphoning Mrs Griffiths on 6221 4236.The following senior staff will also be available from Monday 24January 2011 although they may be available earlier if required.Enquiries may be directed to the Office on 6221 4200.Head of Senior SchoolHead of Middle SchoolHead of Junior School/Early Learning CentreDirector of BoardingAcademic AdministratorMr Duncan WarltersMr Ian McQueenMrs Jenny MantheyMr Joshua HanekMrs Mary-Jane AndersCOURSE CHOICE COUNSELLING –YEARS 8 - 121 – 4 February 2011Students going into Year 8 – 12 in 2011 will have coursesconfirmed after Speech Night at the end of 2010.Students wishing to change their course after results confirmationmust consult the Academic Administrator, Mrs Anders, who2 - Start of Year Information

will be available during the week 1 – 4 February for coursecounselling. Appointments for these days should be made throughthe Academic Assistant, Mrs Els on 6221 4218.YEAR 11/12 LESSONS AT COLLEGIATEAND FAHAN IN FEBRUARYLessons at Fahan and Collegiate commence on the same day as atHutchins – Tuesday 8 February. Textbooks for subjects at theseschools should be purchased through the relevant school. Pleasecontact the respective schools for further details.BOARDERSMonday 7 February 2011It is requested that new boarders arrive at 4.00 pm on Monday 7February. All arrivals should meet at the entrance to 193 ChurchillAvenue to be shown to their accommodation arrangements for2011. The Director of Boarding, Matron and other staff will bein attendance to assist with the orientation of new boys. NewInternational students will follow an induction program onMonday 7 February which may require an earlier arrival intothe boarding house (see International Students) preferably onSunday 6 February. All returning boarders are requested to bein attendance by 5.00 pm. All parents are invited to attend predinnerdrinks from 5.00 pm followed by a buffet dinner for allmembers of the Burbury House community to be held in the BillToppin Room.BUSES STUDENTS MAY CATCH TOHUTCHINSPublic and private bus companies service the general public andHutchins students. Details of their schedules can be obtaineddirectly by telephoning the company concerned. They include:Ace Bus Service 6272 4833 New Norfolk areaCresswell Coaches 6234 1818 Brighton, KemptonHobart Coaches 6233 4232 Channel, Blackmans Bay,MargateLovell’s Coaches 6267 4405 Kingston, Blackmans Bay,ChannelMTT / Metro 6233 4232 South Hobart, Taroona,Hobart, Cambridge,Seven Mile BeachRedline Coaches 1300 360 000 Dunalley, Forcett, Sorell,Midway PointRoberts 6264 1174 Cygnet, Geeveston, Judbury,TaroonaTiger Line 1300 653 633 Port Arthur, Geeveston,Dover, East Coast, West CoastINTERNATIONAL STUDENTSArrivalSchool begins for all returning International students at 8.30am on Tuesday 8 February 2011 unless required earlier fororientation programs as detailed in the separate mini-schoolsections. Students who are unable to commence on required dateseach term must seek absentee approval by their Head of Houseor the Deputy Headmaster. It is not acceptable for returningInternational students to arrive after commencement dates withoutprior approval being granted.New International students should book flights to arrive intoHobart in accordance with induction program commencementdates provided. Newly arriving students and families will be metat Hobart airport on arrival. Please ensure that arrival flight detailsare provided as soon as possible to the Director of Boarding formeet and greet to be scheduled.InductionAll new International students will be guided through an inductionprogram following their arrival at the School (an inductionoutline and timetable will be provided). This induction programwill be conducted by the Director of Boarding. The programincludes ESL testing (where applicable), Mathematics testing,a familiarisation tour, selection of subjects and preparation oftimetable, introductions to academic and pastoral care staff,informational technology, library and other identity cards asrequired by the School and assistance with uniform, textbooks andbanking needs. The induction and orientation process may take1 – 3 days before class participation can commence.Intensive EnglishStudents who have been advised they are required to attendintensive English studies prior to mainstream school subjectscommencing are still required to arrive for induction andorientation programs as advised.Non-Boarding StudentsNew International students who are not boarding and thereforehave other approved accommodation arrangements in place arestill required to advise flight arrival details as soon as possibleto the Director of Boarding. Students will be required to attendorientation on Monday 7 February 2011.Further AssistanceMr Joshua HanekDirector of BoardingEmail: Joshua.Hanek@hutchins.tas.edu.auAfter Hours Mobile: +61 439 305 762INDUCTION OF CAPTAINSThe Captains are inducted at the Headmaster’s Assembly forYears 7 to 12 at 9.30 am on Tuesday 8 February 2011. Parentsof the students being inducted are cordially invited to attend theAssembly and morning tea in the Conference Centre.2 - Start of Year Information 7

3Whole School InformationABSENCE DURING TERMParents are especially asked not to take their sons out of Schoolduring term. It is awkward for the School as the student may wellmiss important educational experiences. In particular, studentsare required to attend certain after-hours functions such as Family/Teacher Conferences and the appropriate Speech Night, dependingon their level in the School. Notice of these expectations is alwaysgiven well in advance. Where it is unavoidable, written requestsshould be made to the Head of School. In Senior School, studentsare given a form to refer to each of their teachers for details ofwork to be done.When a student is absent due to illness (or any other reason)• parents of students in Kinder to Year 2 are required totelephone the class teacher direct on their classroomextension• parents of students in Year 3 – 6 are required to telephoneMrs Priest on 6221 4269 by 9.00 am• parents of students in Year 7/8 are required to telephone MrsBeadle on 6221 4264• parents of students in Year 9 – 12 are to telephone the MainSchool Office on 6221 4200 or text message to 0428 620 861by 9.30 amAs part of the School’s duty of care to your son it is required thatparents inform the School immediately of a student’s absencein the event that this is due to an infectious disease. If your sonattends OSHC services you will need to advise them separately(6221 4212/0409 001 894) in the event that your son is absent onany day.8BULLYING GUIDELINESThe School has a comprehensive document entitled Guidelines forParents and Staff in dealing with Harassment and Bullying whichprovides a basic reference outlining the School's approach to theprevention and elimination of harassment and bullying. Thisis available from the Headmaster’s Personal Assistant or on thewebsite.Students attending Hutchins have the right to be in a safeenvironment which allows them to learn, grow personally andbuild their own self-confidence. The responsibility to ensure thatthis occurs lies with every student and with all other members ofthe School community.Teasing or bullying is unacceptable behaviour and not aninevitable element of school life.• Bullying can take many forms - physical, verbal, gesture,extortion, written, sexual, exclusion, threats. Racialdiscrimination is also a form of bullying• Bullying refers to “putdowns” or harassment and includesbehaviour which is hurtful, threatening or frightening• Bullying can occur from the time a student has anunderstanding that he can affect the feelings of others• Bullying is predominantly a secretive behaviour• Adults frequently dismiss bullying as merely horseplay• Children may be unwilling to tell adults about theirexperiences• Teachers have sometimes contributed to children’s silence bydismissing their accounts as telling talesThe long-term effects on a person being bullied may be a lossof confidence, anxiety, insecurity, a feeling of worthlessness ora reduced learning ability. Sometimes students who are beingbullied become bullies themselves.3 - Whole School Information

The long-term effect of being a bully may include a loss ofpopularity, an inability in later life to resolve conflict situations,a likelihood of being abusive later in life, a greater likelihoodof committing juvenile offences and a greater likelihood ofexperiencing problems at home.It is every student’s right and responsibility to report bullying,whether this happens to him or to someone else. If bullyingoccurs, students or parents should report it to the person withwhom they feel most comfortable talking. Students and parentshave a range of possible people to talk to including other parents,a senior student, House mentors or class teacher, any other teacher,the School Counsellor or Chaplains.Discussions will be confidential. After consultation, action willbe taken to stop the bullying and if appropriate, disciplinary actionwill be taken.CAREERS CENTRE AND TRANSITIONSUPPORTHutchins offers a varied program of career-focused activitiesdesigned to assist senior students develop the tools and life skillsthey will need to effectively plan and implement their successfultransition to life after Hutchins – whether that be travel, furtherstudy, or employment and training. Students are encouraged toparticipate in activities that will assist them develop a customisedcareer action plan that will support their ongoing careerdevelopment decision-making.The career development services that are available for studentsfrom Years 9 – 12 include:• Individual course counselling• Opportunity to participate in “Taster Programs” (industryspecificcareer programs) and UTAS faculty activity daysA ‘Parents as Career Partners’ workshop is held during first term.This session aims to provide parents with an opportunity to learnmore about the language of careers, where to access relevantinformation and how to work collaboratively with their sons inplanning his transition to the world beyond.However to achieve the desired outcomes this has to be a sharedtask between all staff, the tertiary education and training providers,parents and the student himself.Contact from parents, Old Boys and others, interested inestablishing co-operative partnerships to help achieve this, iswelcomed by the Careers Counsellor, Mrs Sheree Malarski, on6221 4271.CHAPELHutchins has two Chaplains. The Chaplain is the ReverendMatthew Gray and Reverend Mark Holland is the AssistantChaplain with responsibility for the Junior School. Hutchinsis an Anglican school with a commitment to Jesus Christ as itsfoundation. All students from Kindergarten to Year 12 attendregular services in the Chapel as part of their school life. Anemphasis is placed on students playing a significant part in theseservices. All students and families are welcome to attend anyservice advertised in the term calendar. The Chapel of St Thomas,dedicated and opened in 1971 by Bishop Robert Davies, has aprominent position on the campus and in the life of The HutchinsSchool.Each year the Chaplains offer preparation courses to help studentsdecide whether or not they wish to be Baptised and/or Confirmed.They are also highly involved in the co-curricular life of theSchool and members of the Hutchins community are encouragedto seek their assistance.• Personal consultations for both parents and students regardingcareer and course decisions• Access to up-to-date relevant career and course information• Optional work experience placements in Year 10/11/12• Tax file numbers• Vocational assessment tests• Support and assistance with accessing and participating inschool-based traineeships• Access to a range of Vocational Education and Training(VET) courses in Year 11/12, possibly conducted at otherschool campuses• Resume, applications and job interview guidanceCO-CURRICULARA wide selection of summer and winter sports and activitiesis offered within the School. All students are expected togive absolute priority to commitments they have through themembership of orchestras, choirs, debating teams, drama groupsand representative sporting teams.Participation in Hutchins representative teams and groups is arequirement for all students from Year 5 to Year 12 and optionalfor students from Year 2 to Year 4. Written applications forexemption (on medical grounds only) may be made to the Directorof Co-Curricular and Sport.Students from Year 2 – Year 12 may participate in outside clubcommunity teams or employment provided that such participationdoes not prevent their meeting school requirements and provided• Assistance with accessing and undertaking short courses,that they do not play in a team which competes against asuch as RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol), First Aid,Hutchins team in the same roster or Premiership competition.White Card3 - Whole School Information 9

The expectation that students put commitment to the School firstderives from the clear value to their personal and educationalgrowth of building collegiality among the students.Further information on any aspect of co-curricular or sport atHutchins may be obtained from the Director of Co-Curricular andSport, Mr Wayne Brown, on 6221 4252.COUNSELLING SERVICECounselling is available for students and for their families ingeneral on specific matters. In addition to Mr Dean Docking(the School Counsellor), the Chaplains, Heads of Houses, Headsof School, Year Heads and Class Mentors are able to provideassistance and counselling. Mr Docking can be contacted on 62214261 in school hours and 0404 182 501 after hours, and ReverendMatthew Gray on 6221 4256 in school hours.Academic counselling is available through the AcademicAdministrator and mentors. Career counselling is provided byMrs Sheree Malarski.DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARDThe Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is available to any studentlooking for challenge, adventure and personal development. Itpresents a balanced, non-competitive program of voluntaryactivities which encourages personal discovery and growth,self-reliance, perseverance, responsibility and service to thecommunity. There are three levels of Award: Bronze (for thoseover 14), Silver (for those over 15) and Gold (for those over 16).The basic structure of the Award Program consists of the fourmandatory sections: Service, Expeditions, Skills and PhysicalRecreation. The criterion for gaining an Award is individualimprovement through persistence and achievement, taking intoaccount the participant’s initial capabilities.Examples of activities within the four sections include:ServiceAnimal shelter, coaching, first aid,conservation projects, youth workExpeditions Bushwalking, canoeing, rafting, horseriding, snow skiingSkillsAstronomy, public speaking, music, waterskiing, dog handlingPhysical Recreation Archery, fencing, skateboarding, waterskiing, soccer, golfThere is a small cost involved in participating in the Award tocover insurance and administration costs. Nominations will becalled for during Term 1. Places are limited and preference isgiven to those students continuing with the Award from 2010.10Students must complete an online record book to log their hoursand have an experienced adult as their assessor in each of the foursections.Please see the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award website 222.dukeofed.com.au or contact Mr Prior on 6221 4229 for details.HATSHats are to be worn when outdoors from the start of DaylightSavings to the conclusion of Daylight Savings and on otheroccasions when instructed. Please refer to the Sun ProtectionPolicy.Kindergarten - Year 6Students from Prep - Year 6 should own an ELC/JS House sun hat.The bucket hats are black with a school crest and are trimmed withthe various House colours. Students in Kindergarten should own aplain gold legionnaire-style hat. Coloured House caps are only forstudents in Years 7 to 12.Year 7 - Year 12Students from Year 7 - Year 12 should own at least one of thefollowing styles of hats:A plain white floppy hat A plain black baseball-style capA plain white slouch hat A plain white legionnaire’s capA Hutchins cricket cap A House capA black cap with Hutchins monogramHEALTH AND SAFETYThe safety of the school community is of prime concern to theSchool.Please refer to the School Rules on page 13.HEALTH SERVICES AND MATRONThe School Sick Bay is located in a demountable classroombeside the gymnasium.The School uses the Sandy Bay Clinic and the Terry WhitePharmacy in Sandy Bay is the School’s Pharmacy. Should adentist be needed, Matron will make the appropriate arrangements.The Junior School nurse is from the Kingston Medical Centre andconducts eye/ear examinations throughout the year.HOUSE SYSTEMThe House system is designed to give every opportunityfor pastoral care in the Senior School, as well as permittingopportunities for students to exercise leadership and support for3 - Whole School Information

each other at all levels of the School. All students are allocatedto one of four Houses: Buckland, School, Stephens or ThoroldHouse. From Kinder to Year 8 students from all Houses mingle ina pastoral care unit under the direction of a Class Teacher (K – 6)or a Class Mentor (Year 7 – 8). From Year 9 to Year 12 studentsare in House Mentor groups with a House Mentor responsible fortheir academic and pastoral welfare.Each House, under the guidance of the Head of House in SeniorSchool, has its own symbols and practices, and fosters a senseof identity and corporate spirit. A student’s sense of belongingamong his peers as well as among his younger and oldercolleagues in his House will be the basis for some of the mostimportant and long-lasting relationships he makes in the School.The House also encourages fellowship among its parents and givesfurther emphasis to staff and parents sharing in a commitment tothe growth of each student.The Cock House competition is the backbone of all activities inMiddle and Senior School.IMMUNISATIONSPlease refer to the School Rules on page 13.INSURANCEThe School has a comprehensive Public Liability insurance policybut this does not cover the students or their property while atschool. Parents may elect to consult specialist insurance agenciesto insure their sons for medical and dental purposes, and to insuretheir sons’ personal property while it is at the School. Specialistinsurance agencies will also be able to advise parents on personalaccident cover.JEWELLERYStudents may not wear ear studs, rings, bracelets or any otherform of jewellery while in school uniform or participating in anyschool-based activity.JOHN BEDNALL CENTRE FORLEARNING SUPPORTThe mission of the Centre is to promote increased access to andparticipation in all aspects of life for students with exceptionalneeds and/or interests. One of the ways the Centre achieves thisis through the development of new educational initiatives. TheCentre seeks to provide new opportunities and challenges bybroadening the existing curriculum and providing for students forwhom the standard curriculum does not fit. The Centre providesa co-ordinating framework through which teaching staff, parentsand students co-operate to extend all learners to their full potential.The Centre assists with:• the development and delivery of programs in literacy andnumeracy as well as study skills for students with exceptionalneeds from Prep to Year 12• the development and delivery of academic extensionprograms for students with exceptional needs from Prep toYear 12• class support for teachers in improving and increasing accessto the curriculum for students with exceptional needs• the promotion of the Centre both within the School and to thewider community• the co-ordination of provision of alternative programs andpathways that require flexible and individual deliveryStrategies include early intervention assessment throughstandardised and aptitude testing; teacher, parent and studentreferral; individual education planning; individual supportprograms; individual extension programs, and as well as teacherand parent support.The Tutoring Service is offered for senior students who needsubject specific tuition. The Centre matches students withsuitable tutors who contact parents to negotiate a contract ofservice. The whole program is designed to support the classroomprogram and works on a user pays system.LIBRARIESNettlefold LibraryOpening Hours:Monday to Thursday 8.10 am – 5.00 pmFriday8.10 am – 4.00 pmExcept for recess on MondaysThis library is located on the first floor of the new purpose builtbuilding, the Library Learning Centre. It serves students fromYears 9 – 12 for senior study support, but provides curriculumsupport for Years K – 12. Extensive computer and wirelessnetworking facilities enable students to research and access digitalresources using their own personal wifi devices, their laptops orthe Library’s desktops and notebooks.Contact the Information Desk: 6221 4250The Stephens LibraryOpening Hours:Monday to Friday 8.10 am – 4.00 pmExcept for recess on TuesdaysThe Stephens Library caters for students from Year 3 – 8. AllJunior School and Middle School students have at least one lessoneach week in the Stephens Library. There is an extensive range of3 - Whole School Information 11

5.4 In areas such as the Science laboratories, the Designand Technology Faculty, the computer laboratories,the Performing Arts studios, the gymnasium and otherspecialist areas, students must observe the specialregulations which apply to those areas.5.5 During normal School hours students may not leave thegrounds without permission from the Head of School.5.6 Burbury House is out of bounds to all day studentsunless the Director of Boarding gives permission orwhen it is being used as a “safe house”.5.7 Parents/guardians are advised and accept that theSchool does not hold Personal Accident Insurance forstudents.6. DamagesIf students damage or break any item of School property,or notice any breakages, they must immediately report it tothe Head of School. Where damage occurs as a result ofcarelessness or misbehaviour, students will be charged for thecost of repairs.7. VehiclesYear 12 students may drive to and from School if grantedpermission by their parents/guardians and the Head of School.Under exceptional circumstances, such permission may alsobe granted to Year 11 students. Students may not park in theSchool Car Park. A student may transport another studentin his vehicle only with the express permission of the Headof School, his own parents/guardians and his passenger’sparents/guardians.8. ComputersThe School has a right to monitor electronic transmission onthe School network. Students are bound by an AcceptableUse Agreement when using School computers. The Schoolhas the right to bar access to any site.9. Absence9.1 In the event of a student’s absence due to illness,parents/guardians must notify the School by 9.00 ameach day of his absence. A note to his Class or HouseTutor explaining his absence must be brought when hereturns to School.9.2 Students will attend School during the published datesfor each term. Under exceptional circumstances theHead of School may grant permission for a student tobe absent during these dates.10. ImmunisationsIt is a requirement of the School to collect informationin regard to a child’s immunisation history. It is also a14parent’s obligation to keep the School up-to-date withany further immunisations given to that child at any otherstage throughout their time at Hutchins. On first enrollingat Hutchins, or for any subsequent immunisations givenafter this date, an immunisation certificate (Health RecordBooklet) or other proof of immunisation must be produced tothe School.Current accepted forms of proof for immunisations are:a. The Child health Record Book (the ‘blue book’)b. Local Council Immunisation Record (issued at the timeof an immunisation)c. Australian Childhood Immunisation Register Statement– issued either at 5 years, or upon request. TheACIR may be contacted on 1800 653 809 to obtain aStatement.In the event that this cannot be supplied, a StatutoryDeclaration must be signed and lodged with the School.The School however accepts parents’ rights not to immunisetheir child, however those parents must understand that theirchild/children will be excluded from the School in the eventof an outbreak of any infectious disease. Parents who wishnot to immunise their child/children must sign a StatutoryDeclaration confirming their objection to do so. In the eventthat a child is excluded from the School due to an outbreak ofan infectious disease, full fees will be payable for the durationof that child’s absence.11. Tidiness and Lost Property11.1 All students’ property must be named. Articles leftlying around the School will be impounded and a finemay be imposed for their recovery.11.2 The School will not accept responsibility for loss of ordamage to clothes or other personal effects of studentswhile on the School premises or in transit to or fromthe School.12. Application for AdmissionBy signing the “Application for Admission” form parents/guardians agree:12.1 To pay an Application fee of $110.00, which is nonrefundable.12.2 To provide when requested any relevant informationconcerning the student’s educational or medical history.12.3 To provide, when requested, the names of referees fromwhom the School may seek advice.13. Business ArrangementsBy signing the Enrolment Form parents/guardians agree:3 - Whole School Information

13.1 That the enrolment is subject to the School’sacceptance of the enrolment and offering of a place inthe School.13.2 To pay all Tax Invoices issued by the School for itstuition fees and charges by the due date.13.3 Interest will be paid on any overdue amounts owingto the School (including tuition fees, charges andinterest) calculated at the Westpac Banking CorporationIndicator Lending Rate, as varied, from the due dateuntil the date of payment in full of those overdueamounts.13.4 To pay an Enrolment Deposit prior to commencementof schooling which shall be determined according tothe level of entry, and as specified in the School’s Offerof a Place letter.The Enrolment Deposit is payable only for the firstchild in the family.The Enrolment Deposit will not be refunded if theplace is not taken up.The Enrolment Deposit will be refunded upon theparents/guardians written request to the School,which can be made from the date the last child inthe family ceases attending the School (“cessationdate”). However, if the request is not made within6 years of the cessation date, the Enrolment Depositwill be applied as income of the School and dealt withfor School purposes at the discretion of The Board ofManagement.13.5 To give at least one term’s written notice of withdrawalof the student from the School. If this period of noticeis not given, to pay to the School, half of the termtuition fees, calculated at the level at which the studentis currently enrolled.13.6 To immediately notify the School in writing of anyserious illness or disability suffered or developed by thestudent from time to time.13.7 To be bound by the School Rules as amended fromtime to time.14. Termination of EnrolmentWhere any breach of these Rules is judged by the Headmasterto constitute a serious threat to the health, safety or welfare ofthe school community, or where the breach violates parents’/guardians’ obligations to the School under Clause 12, theenrolment may be terminated. This may also include the nonpaymentof fees by their due date.15. Use of PhotographsStudents and their parents/guardians agree that the Schoolmay use photographs taken at school or on school-relatedactivities of Hutchins students in any publications (whetherwritten or electronic) published by or on behalf of the Schoolfor purposes associated with the School and that the Schoolis not required to obtain any further permission from thestudents or their parents/guardians to do so.16. DisputesIf any student or his parents/guardians has a complaint ordispute concerning the interpretation or application of theSchool Rules or the operation of the School, then it will beconsidered and dealt with by the School Board as the SchoolBoard sees fit, upon a written submission to the Headmaster.17. Amendment to School RulesThe Board may amend these Rules from time to time bygiving notification in the School’s newsletter at least oneschool term before the amendment is to take effect.SPECIAL INTEREST PARENTS’GROUPSIn addition to The Hutchins School Parents’ Association, specialinterest groups such as “Friends of Music” exist within theSchool for all parents who wish to be involved in other aspectsof the School. Details on these groups can be obtained from theDevelopment Office.SPECIALIST MUSIC INSTRUMENTALTUITIONPrivate instrumental tuition is available to all students in theSchool as an extra subject. Tuition occurs on a one-to-one basiswith a qualified music teacher during normal school time. Eachlesson lasts for 30 minutes. Lessons can be rotated from term toterm, on request, if it is felt that too much of one particular subjectis being missed.Unfortunately there are only a limited number of instrumentsavailable for permanent hire. However, most instruments areavailable for use during tuition, and for overnight practice, at noextra charge.Please contact the Music Department on 6221 4205 with anyqueries regarding fees, tuition or enquiries about instrument hire.3 - Whole School Information 15

SPORTING CLUBS FOR PARENTS ANDSTUDENTSThe Hutchins/Collegiate Hobart Aquatic ClubThe Hutchins/Collegiate Hobart Aquatic Club caters for all levelsof swimming. The Club endeavours to ensure that swimmersdevelop stroke mechanics, fitness, friendships, goal setting skills,self-improvement and self-esteem.A wide range of Club activities is offered: camps and clinics,participation in Open Water events and trips to Launceston,Victoria and other places. A monthly newsletter is provided.Learn to Swim classes are also held. For dates and furtherinformation please contact 6211 4919.The Hutchins School Tennis ClubForms are available from the School Office. There are excellentfacilities available, including six synthetic grass courts.Joining fee:16$25 per family$25 single membershipHutchins Family Members’ Annual Subscriptions:$100.00 Single$200.00 Family$25.00 Key depositSPORTS UNIFORMS – INTER-SCHOOL1. The School expects members of Inter-School teams to becorrectly dressed and to take pride in being well turned-out2. The Hutchins tracksuit should be worn to all fixtures.Students who are waiting to participate also wear the tracksuit3. Members of certain Open Teams may be asked to wear theSchool blazer as an alternative by arrangement with theircoaches4. All clothing and footwear should be marked with the owner’sname5. For all winter sports, students in Years 2 - 6 wear the JuniorSchool winter sports jumper, which may be purchased at theSchool6. Mouthguards are strongly recommended in all contactsports or where contact is likely to occur. Other protectiveequipment appropriate to the sport eg shin pads for Soccer,Hockey and Hook In2 Hockey are mandatory. It is aregulation that players wear shin guards for matches and intraining.Inter-School Sporting Uniforms Years 2 – 6Athletics, Cross CountryHutchins black and magenta polo shirtHutchins black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionSuitable running shoesAust Rules, Hockey, Hook In2 Hockey, SoccerJunior School winter sport jumperHutchins black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionSchool football socksBootsMouthguardShin pads (not required for Aust Rules)BasketballHutchins black and magenta polo shirtHutchins black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionWhite socksNon-marking shoesSwimming/Water PoloHutchins bathersHutchins swimming capHutchins polo shirtCricketHutchins black and magenta polo shirt and white socksBlack tracksuit with gold piping and Hutchins Lion/Hutchins black cricket trousersSchool cricket capTable TennisHutchins racquet (white) shirtHutchins black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionWhite socksNon-marking shoesTennisHutchins racquet (white) shirtHutchins black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionWhite socksSuitable tennis shoesInter-School Uniforms (Years 7 – 12)Athletics Cross CountrySupplied by the SchoolAustralian Rules, RugbyAustralian Rules jumper orRugby jumperHutchins Rugby shortsHutchins Football shortsFootball bootsSchool football socks3 - Whole School Information

BasketballApproved singletBasketball shortsWhite socksNon-marking shoesHockey, SoccerSchool hockey/soccer shirtHutchins black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionSchool football socks/1st XI Hockey and Soccer gold sockspurchased from the School Uniform StoreHockey/soccer bootsRowingOptional long-sleeved white T-shirtMagenta and black zoot suitBlack Hutchins rowing capTennis, Badminton, SquashHutchins racquet (white) shirtHutchins black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionNon-marking white-soled shoes for Badminton and SquashHutchins Tennis CapTable TennisWhite sport socksWhite short-sleeved polo shirtNon-marking sandshoesHutchins black shorts/tracksuit pants with gold piping andHutchins LionWater SportsHutchins bathersSTUDENT TRIBUNALThe Student Tribunal is a body of senior students established torecommend to the Deputy Headmaster or Head of Senior Schoolsanctions to be put in place when the actions of a student or agroup of students directly impact upon the morale, well-being ormoral health of the student body as reported by a Head of School.The Tribunal is comprised of a staff member selected by theDeputy Headmaster, who acts as an observer and clarifiesprocedures, a Chairman and three (3) to six (6) other seniorstudents appointed by the Head of Senior School.TELEPHONE USEIf a student genuinely needs to telephone a parent, he may ask histeacher, Year Head or mentor to allow him to use a school phone,and he will be expected to contribute 50 cents for the call.Parents are encouraged to apply for a ‘Homelink’ number fromTelstra so that students can phone home if necessary withoutrequiring 50 cents.An urgent message from a parent for a student, such as a changeof travel arrangements for the afternoon, can be phoned throughto the School Office, Junior School Office, Early Learning Centreclassrooms, Year Head or Head of School, and every effort will bemade to pass the message on.TENNIS COACHINGRay Harrison, a qualified Level 2 tennis professional, offerstuition to students from Year 1 to Year 12. Lessons are held beforeschool, during lunch breaks and after school. Application formsare distributed to all students at the beginning of each term.UNIFORMSchool UniformAll students are required to wear the correct school uniform.Clothing, bags, books, equipment and personal property shouldbe clearly marked with the owner’s name. Name tags may beordered through the School Uniform Store.NB: School photographs are taken two weeks after term starts,and winter uniform is to be worn on that day.Prep - Year 6From Prep - Year 6 students wear shorts, which are cross seasonal.Long-sleeved white shirts are permitted for sun protection. Allstudents Prep - 6 need to have a pair of shorts. The wearing oflong trousers is an option.Daily Wear: KindergartenSummer uniform Terms 1 and 3The Deputy Headmaster or Head of Senior School will refer astudent to the jurisdiction of the Tribunal when it has been shownbeyond any reasonable doubt that the student, while under theauspices of the School or in circumstances when he could easilyhave been identified as a member of the School has:ShortsGold polo shirt (short sleeved)ELC rugby jumper• brought the School or other students into disreputeBlack socks• breached the security of another student’s propertyBlack leather shoes (velcro if possible)• been dishonestBlack backpackYellow sun hat• bullied another studentPlastic smock• been involved in other incidents as deemed inappropriateBlack Velcro-fastened sneakers (to be kept at school)3 - Whole School Information 17

Daily Wear: KindergartenWinter uniform Term 2Tracksuit trousersELC rugby jumperGold polo shirt (long-sleeved)Black socksYellow sun hatDaily Wear: Prep - Year 6Formal school uniformGrey shorts with Hutchins grey walk socksWhite short or long-sleeved shirtSchool tie (Elastic tie optional Prep to Year 2)Black leather lace-up shoesHutchins blazerApproved style school sun hat - black bucket hat with Housecolour edgingGrey school pulloverPlastic smock (Prep – Year 6)School back packOptional itemsDark grey long trousers with short grey or black socksRugby jumperNB: The blazer is an essential part of the uniform particularly forChapel, Assembly and to and from school. (It is only optional inthe hot summer months when students may just wear shirts.)Physical Ed and Sport (Prep - Year 6)Prep, Years 1 and 2Black shorts with gold pipingHutchins tracksuit (new from 2011)House polo shirtBlack socksSpeedo-style bathers for learn to swim lessonsBlack running shoes (Velcro or lace-up)Years 3 - 6Black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionHutchins magenta and black polo shirtHouse polo shirtWhite sports socksHutchins tracksuit (new from 2011)Running shoesHutchins bathers (only for interschool team)House swimming capSpeedo-type bathers for learn to swim lessonsOptional: House rugby topSkins/undergarments are not part of the School uniform and mustnot be worn to PE lessons or sport carnivals. However if studentsstill wish to wear them to sport training sessions they may.Skins/undergarments must not to be worn to games.18Year 7 8, 10, 11 and 12Some flexibility in the selection of summer or winter uniform isallowed. Long grey trousers with school blazer and white shirts(and school pullovers if required) are the usual winter uniform.Tailored grey shorts, with or without school blazer, long socks andlong or short-sleeved white shirts are the usual summer uniform.Students may choose to wear either uniform at any time except onspecially designated occasions, but it must be one or the other andnot a mixture of the two. There are specially designated occasionsthroughout the year for which formal winter uniform (long greytrousers, white shirt, tie and blazer) must be worn.Daily WearGrey long trousers with short grey or black socksGrey shorts with Hutchins grey walk socksWhite shirt, long or short-sleevedBlack school bagOne of the approved styles of hatSchool tie – Year 7 and 8Senior tie – Year 10, 11 and 12Black jumper with Hutchins logoSchool blazer – braided for Year 7 and 8Senior black blazer for Year 10, 11 and 12Black leather shoes (boots are not accepted)Standard black beltPhysical Ed and SportHutchins black shorts with gold piping and Hutchins LionHutchins bathersHouse Rugby jumper or House Polo shirtSports shoes with non-marking solesHutchins football socks or sports socksHutchins tracksuitYear 9Uniform requirements Power of 9 – Year 9 students only in 2011Daily Wear at Marieville Esplanade CampusNeat and tidy plain clothesPower of 9 Shell JacketPredominantly white running shoesOne of the approved styles of hatDaily Wear at Senior School Campus, Physical Edand SportSchool Tracksuit (must have gold piping)School polo shirtPower of 9 Shell JacketPredominantly white running shoesOne of the approved styles of hat3 - Whole School Information

Formal School Uniform (0nly required ifparticipating at formal events)Grey Trousers with short grey or black socksorGrey Shorts with Hutchins grey walk socksStandard black beltSchool polo shirtPower of 9 Shell JacketBlack lace up school shoesBlack school bagYear 9 boys will NOT be required to wear thefollowing:School blazerSchool pulloverWhite shirtSchool tieBoardersAdditional items for boarders7 sets of underwear7 handkerchiefs2 sets pyjamas1 doona or duvet and two covers1 pillow2 pillow cases2 sheets3 bath towels1 shoe cleaning outfit1 pair shoes for relaxation1 pair black leather school shoesSpare shoe laces1 pair thongs named in ink (VERY important)1 pair walking, work or safety boots (VERY important)1 anorak, raincoat or similar waterproof jacket (VERY important)Plenty of warm clothing including jumpers, windcheaters, jackets,long trousers, jeans and coats (VERY important as Tasmaniaexperiences extreme cold weather patterns at times)Sunscreen, sunglasses and sun hat (VERY important as Tasmaniaexperiences extreme ultra violet rays)An internet dongle, USB or router for wireless internet usage(LAN line internet usage will be available at school)* We recommend at least six white school shirts and three greytrousersCasual Clothes1 “smart” set of casual wearJeans, socks, jumpers, shirtsT Shirts etc as desiredName TagsAll articles should be marked with woven name tags. A supplyof name tags should be sent to Matron by all boarders. TheSchool will not accept responsibility for loss or damage toproperty of boarders. Parents should make private arrangementsfor insurance. At the beginning of each term all items must bebrought clean and in good condition.VALUABLESStudents are strongly advised not to bring valuables or substantialsums of money to School. If it is necessary to do so, students areadvised to hand the item to Reception or to a staff member forsafekeeping.4 - Early Learning Centre/Junior School 19

4Early Learning Centre/Junior SchoolORIENTATION FOR NEW BOYS ONLYKindergartenAll Kindergarten parents are invited to an Orientation Eveningat 7.30 pm on Monday 7 February where details of the program,activities and clothing etc., will be discussed.Students new to Kindergarten in 2011, and their parents, areasked to be present at the Early Learning Centre at 11.00 am onTuesday 8 February. Parents are asked to remain with their sonsthroughout the program, which finishes at 12.00 noon. Studentsare to wear school uniform. New students are free to stay forthe rest of the Kindergarten day (2.30 pm) or leave with theirparents at 12.00 noon. New students will then return on their nextscheduled day of Kindergarten at 9.00 am.Students returning to Kindergarten in 2011 will attend their normaltime of 9.00 am until 2.30 pm.Students are to wear their school uniform.Years Prep to 6FAMILIARISATION TOUR – Monday 7 February 20118.45 am – 10.30 amWe realise that there may be some students who are unable toattend their respective Orientation Day as they may have movedfrom interstate or were a later enrolment. We would like thosenew students to meet us at the flag poles (Senior School) at 8.45am on Monday 7 February 2011. Parents and students will thenbe taken on a tour of the ELC and Junior School so that theymay familiarise themselves with the School and meet their newteachers. You are then invited to join the Headmaster and othersenior staff in the Bill Toppin Room for light refreshments at10.00 am.20Students are to wear their school uniform.Please Note: Students entering Years Prep to 6 who attendedOrientation in November 2010 do not attend on Monday 7February.EARLY LEARNING CENTRE/JUNIORSCHOOL STAFFThe Early Learning Centre/Junior School class teachers andspecialist teachers for 2011 are:Head of Junior School/ELCDeputy Head ELC &JS/CurriculumAssistant Head – ELCAssistant Head –Junior SchoolKindergarten TKindergarten BPrep FPrep GYear One SYear One MYear Two BYear Two GYear Three VYear Three RYear Four BYear Four MYear Four WYear Five KYear Five MiYear Five MaMrs Jenny MantheyMrs Sue HasenkamMrs Judy SmithTo be advisedMrs Kate TurnerMrs Lee BurmanMrs Sarah FieldingMr David GilkesMrs Judy SmithMr Alex MirowskiMrs Beth BamfordMr Matthew GrovesMiss Kate VivarelliMr Paul RobinsonMs Elizabeth BerwickMrs Caroline McCrearyMr Michael WebsterMs Patricia KnightMs Kelly MizeraMr Scott Marriott4 - Early Learning Centre/Junior School

Year Six BuYear Six PrYear Six BeDirector of Junior SchoolSport/PE TeacherPE TeacherLibrarianLibrary TechnicianArt TeacherFrench TeachersMusic TeachersELC Classroom AssistantsOutside School Hours CareMrs Sue BullenMr Gary PrebbleMr Jason BerryMr Shane McAloonMrs Nikki ColevMs Kate ReidMs Leanne WeeksMrs Rebecca TerryTo be advisedMrs Robin ShortMr Scott CashionMrs Julie ArnottMs Stella DaglasMrs Amanda ThomsonMrs Karen DonohoeMr Ben Searlesecurity, stimulation and support that children need throughoutearly and middle childhood. Our aim is to provide an environmentin which children truly feel that they belong; encouraging andcreating relationships with staff, with one another, and with theworld around us.Our Centre is built upon the foundation of learning throughplay. Programs implemented at the Centre are designed not onlyto be fun, but to provide interesting, diverse and challengingexperiences that encourage children to be who they are, to learnmore about themselves, and to develop self-esteem, independenceand confidence through play. Children are actively involved inthe program planning process, either through direct initiationof activities, or through staff-guided experiences, designed inresponse to the needs and desires of the children. We also providea wide range of free play activities designed to allow childrento express their creativity, use their energy, and engage with oneanother actively and appropriately.SCHOOL BUSES FOR EARLYLEARNING CENTRE AND JUNIORSCHOOL BOYSBus 1:Bus 2:Starts at Kingston – through Blackmans Bay / MargateStarts at Tranmere and picks up students on EasternShoreOur professional, experienced staff will provide a programand environment that allows children the freedom to engagein any or all of the activities that the Centre runs, or to occupythemselves productively with the other games and equipmentprovided. We create environments that are diverse, fun andchallenging, understanding the value of play in middle childhooddevelopment. We encourage the children in our care to explore,develop, socialise and learn, and become the very best peoplethey can be.Bus 3:Starts at Claremont and picks up students in NorthernSuburbsHutchins OSHC offers three service types: Before School Care,After School Care and Vacation Care.These buses are offered for pick-up in the morning and / or returntrips in the afternoon for students in the ELC and Junior School.Information on these buses may be obtained from the SchoolOffice, Junior School Office, or direct from Mr Denis Bishop,Head Driver on 0417 519 810. Please note the buses drop off andpick up from the ELC car park.Before School CareBefore School Care operates between 7.45 am and 8.45 am dailyduring school terms. During this time we offer breakfast whileproviding a relaxed, casual environment for children to enjoybefore beginning their school day.If there are changes to your child’s bus arrangements pleasecontact Mr Denis Bishop on the above numbers.The criteria for determining who has the right of use is based onthe principle that the younger the student, the higher the priority.There is, however, provision for tickets for occasional use to beobtained from the Junior School Office.OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CAREThe Hutchins School OSHC is a service provided on a non-profitbasis to the stakeholders of The Hutchins School. Our aim is tocreate an environment in which the individuality, diversity andgrowth of children is actively encouraged and celebrated. We area flexible, child oriented service that encourages free choice andconstructive play, while providing the encouragement, protection,After School CareAfter School Care operates from 2.30 pm to 6.00 pm each dayduring school terms. Our ASC program offers a variety of bothstructured and unstructured activities. Free play includes lego,police, fire and ambulance duplo sets, hama beads, zoobs, toypirate ships, train sets, marble run, pool tables, air hockey, puzzles,games, board games, a puppet theatre, home corner, dress-ups, andmuch more.After School Care includes all you can eat afternoon teas, to keepyour childrens’ energy up after a long day at school. Our dailymenu includes a healthy variety of fruit and vegetables, such aswatermelon, pears, apples, bananas, carrots and celery. We alsooffer crackers and dip, and bread and spreads, with plenty of waterto drink.4 - Early Learning Centre/Junior School 21

Vacation CareVacation Care operates from 7. 45 am to 6.00 pm daily duringholiday periods. During this time the focus of the Centre is purelyupon fun. We feel that during your children’s holidays, theyshould be out doing the things that they enjoy the most. With thisin mind our Vacation Care offers challenging, fun and excitingexcursions to locations all around Hobart!FeesBefore School Care $8.50After School CareFull Session $22.00Bus Only Session $10.00Vacation CareFull Day $46.00Casual Booking $51.00StaffHutchins OSHC is run by a team of qualified Child Careprofessionals, with the assistance of trained personnel. TheDirector of Child Care is Benjamin Searle and the AssistantDirector is Lucy Ogilvie.BookingsBookings for all OSHC service types are essential as spaces arelimited. Bookings can be made at any time by calling the Centreon (03) 6221 2412, or by phoning the Director on 0409 001 894.Alternatively you may email bookings to OSHC@hutchins.tas.edu.au.ASSESSMENT AND REPORTINGMid Term 1 Family/Teacher ConferenceSemester 1Major Report, Family/Teacher ConferenceEarly Term 3 Student-led ConferenceTerm 3End of Year Major ReportThis sequence has the advantages of providing parents with anunderstanding of how their child’s class is organised - the aimsand expectations, and then establishing a routine of regular parent/teacher contact.Family/Teacher Conferences are an effective means ofcommunicating the progress of a child, the concerns andcommendations. Through a structured discussion the teacheris able to objectively describe the student’s progress, listen toparental concerns and propose action to be taken. At the studentledconference the student shares his portfolio of work and hislearning journey with his parents.22If there are times when you have concerns please do not hesitate tocontact your son’s class teacher to arrange a time for a discussion.ATTENDANCE/ABSENCEBoth the Early Learning Centre and the Junior School groundsare open from 8.00 am. During this time there will be a teacheron yard duty. Classrooms will open at 8.20 am and Kindergartenclassrooms open at 8.30 am.Parents are requested to inform the School of:• any Kindergarten to Year 2 absence, by telephoning before9.00 am direct to the classroom teacherMrs Burman and Mrs Turner 6221 4220Mrs Fielding and Mr Gilkes 6221 4201Mr Mirowski and Mrs Smith 6221 4297Mrs Bamford and Mr Groves 6221 4213• any Year 3 to Year 6 absence, by telephoning the JuniorSchool office before 9.00 am on 6221 4269Hutchins regards the family unit as an important part of astudents’s life and does not wish to interfere unnecessarily inimportant family activities, but students are expected to attendschool regularly. Parents are asked to write to the Head of ELC/Junior School to seek approval for absence other than becauseof illness. Such requests should only be made in very specialcircumstances and in writing. As far as possible, medical anddental appointments should be made out of normal school hours.Should a student be required to leave the School or arrive atschool after classes have commenced, parents are asked to providethe class teacher or the office with details of such occurrences. InJunior School students must sign a late book register.BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENTThe Early Learning Centre and Junior School strive to providesecure and positive environments, which place high value onself-respect, self-discipline and co-operation. The thrust ofour approach is to generate an encouraging and supportiveenvironment for teaching and learning. Hence, the great majorityof strategies are directed at encouraging students to give theirbest, have a sense of achievement and feel valued. Our schoolaims for consistency, fairness and predictability, where studentsknow what will happen based on the choices they make, and thatall community members work together to help students internaliseappropriate behaviours.Teachers provide the students with opportunities to have anaudience for their work and talents, such as performing atassembly or Chapel, showing work or receiving a sticker or4 - Early Learning Centre/Junior School

certificate. Students’ work is attractively displayed, stickers,certificates and teacher comments are recorded in the diary, andthe photographic display outside the ELC office and in the JuniorSchool foyer sends the clear message that each student is valuedas an important member of our school community.Our approach to behaviour management is to be proactive inestablishing relationships with students and support networks,before any misbehaviour presents itself. Current research showsthat inductive discipline is the most effective means of dealingwith inappropriate behaviour, and that a key to harmoniousrelationships at school depends on building a relationship withstudents before any problems arise.home and school. All concerns should be addressed immediatelyand any behavioural problems will be noted for parents in thediary on the day an incident takes place and depending on thecircumstances, a phone call or email may or may not be made tothe parents to explain the details of the situation.BELL TIMESThe daily program of the Early Learning Centre is:8.20 am Prep – 2 classrooms open8.30 am Start (Prep – 2)Research shows that a solely punitive approach to solvingproblems is detrimental to the individual concerned, impactingon their social and emotional wellbeing. Therefore, the focusat Hutchins is on the individual taking responsibility for theiractions. All parties within the School community have certainrights and responsibilities that assist in maintaining the supportiveschool environment.The behaviour management policy begins in the classroom andfocuses on student-teacher relationships. The classroom teacherhas the best insight into what motivates a student and is the mainpastoral figure at school.Each teacher has their own means of maintaining a supportiveclassroom environment and they explain to the students what isacceptable behaviour and what is not, and the consequences forinappropriate behaviour. This can result in a lunchtime detentionwhere the student must complete a reflection sheet and talk to theteacher about what caused the problem and how they can makeamends. Inappropriate behaviour in the playground can result indetention also.Students complete a "Reflection Sheet" by filling in the details ofthe problem, what they would do next time to avoid it, identifyhow the other people felt and how they can rectify the situation.It is signed by the student and the parent and returned the nextday. To ensure all aspects of the problem have been addressed andresolved, the staff member will contact the parents or guardiansto discuss exactly what has happened. If a student has a continualproblem, then a conference between the students concerned,parents and teachers is held to discuss and resolve the problem.Each student at Hutchins is treated fairly, not evenly, so eachproblem that arises is dealt with individually. For instance, theissues facing a student in Year 1 will not be dealt with in the sameway as for a Year 6 student. There are several means of dealingwith inappropriate behaviour, including discussion, mediation,lunchtime detention, Saturday detention, conferencing and theStudent Tribunal.8.30 am Kindergarten classrooms open9.00 am Start Kinder10.25 – 10.50 am Recess12.30 – 1.25 pm Lunch2.30 pm Dismissal Kindergarten3.00 pm Dismissal Prep - 2NB Due to duty of care ELC students should not be dropped offbefore 8.00 am or Kindergarten students before 8.30 am.If any students arrive before this time they will be sent toOutside School Hours Care and charged. If ELC students arenot picked up by (3.00 pm for Kindergarten and 3.30 pm forPrep - Year 2) they will be sent to Outside School Hours Careand charged.The daily program of the Junior School is:8.20 am Classrooms open8.30 – 8.40 am Pastoral Time (8.25 am Warning bell)8.45 – 9.35 am Period 19.35 – 10.25 am Period 210.25 – 10.50 am Recess (10.45 am Warning bell)10.50 – 11.40 am Period 311.40 am – 12.30 pm Period 412.30 – 1.30 pm Lunch (1.25 pm Warning bell)1.30 – 2.25 pm Period 52.25 – 3.15 pm Period 63.15 pm DismissalNB Please note that due to duty of care students may not bedropped off at school before 8.00 am. If any students arrivebefore this time they will be sent to Outside School HoursCare and charged. If Junior School students are not pickedThe diary is an effective means of communicating betweenup by 3.45 pm they will be sent to Outside School Hours Careand will be charged.4 - Early Learning Centre/Junior School 23

BICYCLES AND SCOOTERSStudents in Years 5 and 6 are allowed to ride their bicycles orscooters to school. Helmets must be worn and the bicycles mustbe stored securely in the Junior School bicycle rack located in theMusic block courtyard. Razor scooters may be stored with theclass teacher. Bicycles and scooters are not to be ridden insideschool grounds. Students must walk them through the School.BOUNDARIESEarly Learning Centre students are expected to stay within thegrounds at all times, although at lunch time there is an opportunityfor Year 1 and 2 students to play on the War Memorial Oval undersupervision of an Early Learning Centre teacher.Junior School students are expected to stay within the schoolgrounds at all times, except when moving across to Senior School.As a rule, Junior School students should avoid Middle School playareas and buildings, unless they are moving to the CHE KnightBuilding, the Art Block or Technology areas.The Nelson Road and Churchill Avenue pedestrian underpassesare to be used at all times. Parents are asked to reinforce thecrossing rule by not allowing their sons to cross Nelson Road orChurchill Avenue other than via the underpass. Sandy Bay Roadmust always be crossed at the lights.CLUBS AND ACTIVITIESThe Junior School operates some clubs and activities which mayinclude Art groups, Debating and Drama. Parents who wish toshare a particular interest with a group of students are encouragedto make contact with the School.DiariesEvery student has a diary, which serves not only as a recordof homework activities but also as an important vehicle forcommunication between home and school. Parents are asked tocheck and sign their son’s diary on a daily basis. Notices are oftenslipped in the plastic envelope at the back of the diary or clippedto the relevant page. Teachers also check and sign the students’diaries every day.In ELC/Junior School all communications – newsletters, notices,etc. are listed at the bottom right hand page of the diary each week(each day in the ELC). Parents should initial in the appropriatecolumn to indicate receipt of each notice. Parents may alsocontact staff by email.CalendarCalendar details may be found on the School website.ELC/Junior School NewsletterThe ELC/Junior School publishes a newsletter every fortnightto inform parents of coming events, to reflect past activities, andto provide insights into the life of the School and to celebratestudents’ achievements. The Newsletter also includes notice ofupcoming events. The newsletter is emailed to all parents butthere are hard copies available near the doors at ELC Receptionand Junior School Reception. Parents may also request a hardcopy from the class teacher.CURRICULUM INFORMATION NIGHTFormal parent / teacher contact takes place according to thefollowing reporting structure:COMMUNICATIONThe first point of contact for parents is the Class Teacher. Phonecalls can generally be made during recess (10.25 – 10.50 am),lunch (12.40 – 1.30 pm) or before and after school. Messages etccan be left directly on a class teacher’s telephone extension:Mrs Burman and Mrs Turner 6221 4220Mrs Fielding and Mr Gilkes 6221 4201Mr Mirowski and Mrs Smith 6221 4297Mrs Bamford and Mr Groves 6221 4213Or the Junior School Reception 6221 4269Appointments can be arranged with Class Teachers at anyconvenient time. Family/Teacher conferences are arranged twiceyearly. Teachers may also be contacted by email. Mrs JennyManthey, Head of the Junior School and Early Learning Centre,may be telephoned on 6221 4237 or emailed at jenny.manthey@hutchins.tas.edu.au.24Early Term 1Curriculum Information NightDuring the early part of the academic year a “Meet the Teacher”evening is arranged for each class. Parents have the opportunityto meet with their son’s class teacher who will explain and discussschool curriculum areas, describe classroom organisation andexpectations, provide details of school programs and outlineopportunities for parent involvement in their son’s education. Thesocial nature of the occasion also provides opportunity for parentsto meet one another.HOMEWORKEarly Learning CentreStudents from Kindergarten to Year 1 do not have homeworkapart from their regular home reading. In Year 2, as well asreading, students will have some literacy and numeracy activitiesto complete in preparation for homework routines in the Junior4 - Early Learning Centre/Junior School

School. Parents can provide valuable support to the developmentof good home study habits by negotiating a suitable time andplace for homework. Parents are asked to sign the diary once thehomework has been completed.Junior SchoolHomework is an important part of each Junior School student’sdaily life. It provides an opportunity for students to deepentheir understanding by reviewing the work introduced in class,for testing their comprehension, for extending their reading, forsummarising their thoughts or applying the latest information tosolve new problems. Parents can provide valuable support to thedevelopment of good home study habits by negotiating a suitabletime and place for homework.A summary of homework tasks is entered each day in the diaryand it is the students’ responsibility to know what work has beenset. Parents are asked to sign the diary once the homework hasbeen completed. It is important that hand-in dates for writtenwork are met and that the presentation should represent the bestpossible effort.MONEYIt is not a good idea for Early Learning Centre or Junior Schoolstudents to carry money. When sending money to the School forany reason (Book Fairs, stalls etc) please ensure that it is sealed ina named envelope.Borrowing or lending money is firmly discouraged. If a studentneeds a bus fare home, he should ask Mrs Priest, and repay theloan the next day. Normally, money is not lent for food.PARKINGThe Early Learning Centre has drop off and pick up parking spotsto enable Early Learning Centre parents only to drop off and pickup quickly between 8.00 to 8.30 am and 3.00 to 3.30 pm. The buslane must be kept clear from 8.15 – 8.30 am and from 3.00 – 3.30pm. At all other times it is a No Parking zone however you candrop off children. Parents are encouraged to use other pick upareas such as along Nelson Road, Peel Street, David Avenue orEarl Street.Suggested times for homework, Monday to Thursday are:PrepYear 1Year 2Year 3Year 410 minutes reading10 minutes reading15 minutes reading, 10 minutes extended activity.20 - 25 minutes each night30 minutes each nightPARENT PARTICIPATIONThere are many events in the Early Learning Centre and JuniorSchool to which parents are specifically invited: Grandparents’Days, Mothers’ Morning Teas, Family Picnic Teas, etc. Parentsare most welcome to drop in at any time.Year 5 30 – minutes each nightYear 6 45 - 60 minutes each nightPlease contact the class teacher if your son is struggling with hishomework.LOST PROPERTYParents are urged to ensure that all belongings including socks andshoes are clearly named. Named belongings found lying aroundare restored to the owner with a reminder about taking care.Unnamed belongings are kept in a chest near the Junior SchoolReception Office (underneath the stairwell) and in a chest nearthe Early Learning Centre Reception Office. Students may ask tocheck the contents if they find they are missing something.Sometimes unnamed belongings can find their way into similarcupboards in the Middle or Senior School, and students lookingfor their belongings may have to check those two areas also. InMiddle School, the cupboard is kept by Mrs Waters, and in SeniorSchool it is located outside the School House office.PARENT HELPThere are plenty of opportunities to help with class programsin the Early Learning Centre and Junior School – reading, artactivities, PMP, typing stories, tuckshop etc to name but a few. Ifyou would like to help in any way please inform your son’s classteacher.SPORTAll students from Year 2 on (unless exempted) are required to playsport.The following notes will help you and your son.1. Sport practice is conducted during school time and is timetabled.A student will only be excused from a sport period ifhis Class Teacher receives a note requesting that he not takepart and giving a reason for this.2. Sports offered by the Junior School are:Summer - athletics, cricket, mixed games, softball,swimming, tennis, T-ball, rowing and bushwalking4 - Early Learning Centre/Junior School 25

Winter - Australian Rules football (modified rules), hockey,soccer, cross country, table tennis, basketball and water poloStudents in Years 5 and 6 participate in rostered competitions.For students in Year 2 to 4 it is optional.3. Students will be asked, early in the year, for their summersport choice and also for an indication of their possible wintersport choice so that the School can determine the number ofteams to enter into the rosters.4. Students participating in Saturday morning sport are requiredto play for their School team if one participates in the roster.Only if a student is not required to play for his School mayhe play for a local club. So long as his team does not playagainst a Hutchins team.5. If you have any further questions or concerns, contact theDirector of JS Sport Mr Shane McAloon on 6221 4304.SUN CAREPlease note that all students should have their own sunscreen(30+) in their school bag for sport and PE lessons. Eachclassroom does have a one litre pump pack of sunscreen lotionin case of emergencies and Mrs Colev and Mr McAloon eachhave one too. However we prefer every student to supply hisown as some students are allergic to certain sunscreens. If youhave particular concerns about your son please inform your classteacher. Sunglasses are permitted outside.TUCKSHOPThe tuckshop serves Early Learning Centre, Junior and MiddleSchool students. For Years K-6 a classroom ordering systemoperates with a class lunch box. Junior School students mayaccess the tuckshop only at recess and lunch (1.40 pm onwards).All students eat lunch in their classrooms or just outside theirclassrooms under the supervision of their class teacher. Once theyare dismissed from the Junior School lunch area, students mayvisit the tuckshop to buy permitted items.Please note that we encourage students and staff to have wastefreelunches (or ‘nude’ food) in order to avoid bringing rubbishand creating litter. There are other benefits besides reducedwaste such as saving money, reducing the amount of packagingproduced and establishing good habits and awareness early in thelives of the students.We also encourage students to have only water in their waterbottle. In order to help us monitor how much the students aredrinking during the day it is helpful if the drinking bottles areeither clear or have a clear ‘window’.264 - Early Learning Centre/Junior School

5Middle SchoolBELL TIMES8.30 - 8.40 am Administration8.40 - 9.35 am Period 19.35 - 10.25 am Period 210.25 - 10.50 am Recess10.55 - 11.40 am Period 311.40 - 12.30 pm Period 412.30 - 1.20 pm Lunch1.20 - 1.50 pm Pastoral, Chapel services and formalassemblies1.50 - 2.40 pm Period 52.40 - 3.20 pm Period 63.20 - 3.30 pm Dismissal from Mentor Room (Monday,Wednesday & Friday)OR2.40 - 2.50 pm Dismissal from Mentor Room, followed bysport/study room/free to go home (Tuesday& Thursday)MIDDLE SCHOOL STAFF• Head of Middle School Mr Ian McQueen• Head of Year 7 Mrs Janet Waters• Head of Year 8 Mr Graeme Geale• Librarian Ms Kate Reid• Chaplain Revd Matthew Gray• Counsellor Mr Dean Docking• Academic Co-ordinator Mr Anthony Hyland• Director of MS Sport Mr Anthony PriorIn Middle School, the first contact person for a parent is theMentor for day-to-day concerns and general progress. Othermatters are referred to the Year Head, and broader Middle Schoolconcerns to the Head of School. The Academic Co-ordinator canadvise on questions of academic administration.ASSESSMENT AND REPORTINGIn the Middle School years, assessment in all subjects is carriedout on a continuous basis as part of the normal teaching program.Several types of assessment are used. These recognise thatThe Middle School Mentors for 2011 are:students can have very different skills or ‘intelligences’ and that7 To be Advisedthey should have the opportunity to learn, and to demonstrate that7IAd Mr Ian Addisonlearning, in ways which use their individual strengths. Students7MSa Mr Matthew Sayerscan expect to encounter a range of types of assessment from7 To be Advisedconventional written tests to projects or assignments, verbal7 To be Advisedpresentations, computer presentations and video recordings. There8AHy Mr Anthony Hylandis an appropriate degree of emphasis placed on individual work8 To be advisedand collaborative work requiring team skills.8RMc Mr Rob McCammon8APr Mr Anthony PriorOutlines issued at the start of each unit will often set out how that8 To be advisedunit will be assessed. It is important to replace the notion of pass/fail with the more useful goal of mastery of learning, encouragingChanges in staffing over the summer break can affect the finalcomposition of the Mentor team.all students to strive for their best.5 - Middle School 27

Reporting progress is carried out at frequent intervals, and isalways directed to the student. All reports are diagnostic andprescriptive, indicating strengths and weaknesses and suggestingaction which should be taken.Teachers report on progress in two main ways:• Face to face Family/Teacher Conferences with both studentand parent present• Written reports sent home with the studentFamily/Teacher Conferences are scheduled three times per year.However, parents are warmly invited to come in for discussion atany time.AWARDS AND PRIZESSome major Middle School prizes are awarded at the end of theyear (including six academic excellence prizes) and are presentedat Speech Night.Meritorious academic work over a term may be acknowledgedwith a certificate at an end-of-term assembly.Service Awards are available to students in Year 7 who havecompleted ten hours of voluntary service in support of schoolactivities.In Year 8 students are acknowledged for service to the School andcommunity through the Middle School Service Award. Studentswho contribute 25 hours of their own time to service will bepresented with the award. This allows them to have the letters“MS Service” embroidered on their blazer pockets. Hours arerecorded on an application form available from their Year Head.Students can also count a maximum of 10 hours of approvedcommunity service from outside the School towards this award.As students finish Year 8, they are presented with the MiddleSchool Graduation Certificate. Students are recognised for theiracademic excellence in work skills, attitude and subject criteria.The certificate also acknowledges the final mark for the Year 8Project. The Year 8 Project is a major piece of work on a topicof the student’s choice. It is completed in Term 3. It should besomething which allows the student to demonstrate a numberof the skills developed in their time in the Middle School. It isexpected that the project be the culmination of at least 20 hourswork over the 10 weeks taken to complete the piece.Colours represented by striped braid on the blazer pocket areawarded to Middle School students who satisfy certain criteria insome or all of the areas of academic progress, cultural activities,sport, leadership and service. Further credit earns the “DCW”or Double Colour Winner, a badge which the student is entitledto purchase from the School Uniform Store and wear on hisblazer. Some students will, after four terms in the Middle28School, aggregate sufficient credit to earn the “TCW” or TripleColour Winner, which entitles them to have the letters “TCW”embroidered on the blazer pocket.Applications for these awards are invited from the students atregular intervals. The application form gives criteria for theawards.Further information can be found on SharePoint.BOUNDARIESMiddle School students are expected to stay within the MiddleSchool grounds at all times except when moving across to SeniorSchool. Nelson Road may only be crossed using the underpassor the Sandy Bay Road lights. Sandy Bay Road must always becrossed at the lights. The Boarding House is out of bounds to daystudents at all times except as a “Safe House” out of school hours.As a rule, Middle School students should avoid Junior Schoolplay areas and buildings, unless they are moving to the DudleyClarke Performing Arts Centre or Drama Studio, or looking for aparticular member of staff. The grounds of the Activities Centreand the pathway below the WMO are also out of bounds.COMMUNICATIONEmailParents are encouraged to email or telephone staff to discuss theirson’s progress or any aspect of their program. Telephone numbersare given in the Whole School section of this booklet.DiariesEach student has a School Diary. This is a public documentin which notes are written by parents and teachers, details ofhomework are recorded and reminders are noted. Parents areasked to look at the Diary nightly early in the year, then weekly,and to sign it to signal to the Mentor that homework is beingcompleted, notes read and letters received.ENCOURAGEMENT AND DISCIPLINEThe emphasis in Middle School is on increasing self-discipline,tempered by appropriate and frequent positive feedback. The staffset out to ensure their responses to student work and behaviour aremeasured, graduated, consistent and fair.Responses to good work or behaviour begin with a word of praiseand extend to notes in the Diary, a ‘Merit’, referral to a seniorstaff member and certificates or prizes. ‘Merits’ (a simple ‘M’ inthe Diary) can be accumulated and can earn a certificate for fiftyor more. They are given spontaneously and generously as quickfeedback, not after precise measurement, and students are taughtto accept them in that spirit.5 - Middle School

Work or behaviour which reflects poorly on the student receivesa carefully considered response, from a quiet word to a chat, anote in the Diary or a ‘T’. A ‘T’ stands for ‘Take Care’. Wherenecessary, a student will be referred to the Year Head whomay keep a student back to undertake extra work. In unusualcircumstances, a Saturday detention may be imposed to remind astudent of the need to get back on track.HOMEWORKHomework is part of the teaching and learning process and itsvalue is continually reinforced with the students.It significantly extends the time spent on individual subjects,involves and informs parents, makes subsequent lessons moremeaningful and useful, allows time to reflect on the work,develops the habit of working without teacher supervision andallows research which cannot easily be done in class.Middle School students are required to complete sixty to ninetyminutes of homework from Monday to Friday. If your son isregularly spending significantly less or more time than this, pleasespeak with his Mentor as it may indicate a need to gear the setwork more closely to his needs.To ensure adequate coverage of all areas of study during the week,students receive a homework timetable at the start of the year.This timetable appears near the front of the Diary, following thedaily lesson timetable.Homework is entered in the Diary at the end of each lesson, andstudents are taught to refer to their diaries before leaving school toensure they take the necessary books home. Parents are asked totake an active interest in their son's homework.Homework is usually checked in the following lesson, using avariety of means.LATENESS AND ABSENCEThe Middle School is open from 8.10 am, and students are to beat their lockers preparing for the first lessons at 8.25 am. Studentsarriving after 8.30 am go directly to the Late Book outside theMiddle School Secretary’s Office and fill in the details.If a student is going to be late or absent, parents are asked totelephone Mrs Beadle, Middle School Secretary, by 9.00 am on6221 4264.LEADERSHIPThe Middle School has a Student Council drawn from studentsof both year groups who have undertaken an intensive leadershiptraining program and who have demonstrated a commitment toworking as leaders with other students.Much of the leadership training, which is available to all MiddleSchool students, is geared towards assisting with runninglunchtime activities for Middle School students or working withthe ELC students. Students are recognised for their contributionsat three levels of leadership. Level one leaders from the MiddleSchool Leadership Team who meet weekly and run assemblies,publish newsletters, plan and manage community serviceactivities, and undertake special assignments. Students who reachLevel 2 leadership are considered for Middle School Councilmembership as the third level.The Middle School has a broad commitment to fosteringleadership and service in all students, and staff take everyopportunity to link students to useful tasks, great and small,from which they can gain experience. Mentor groups typicallyfind eight or ten roles for students each term, roles which rotateamongst students through the year.LOCKERSEach student is allocated a locker which holds books and someclothing such as his blazer. In addition, he has space for a bag ona rack near his locker. Students are expected to keep their lockerstidy and locked.Most Year 7 lockers require a key for which accounts will becharged $7.00, refundable in cash at the end of the year when thekey is returned. If the key is lost or damaged, a new one needsto be ordered for an additional $7.00 through the Year Head. TheYear Head has a master key for those occasions when a studentmisplaces or forgets his key.Year 8 lockers, some of which may be available for Year 7, requirea combination padlock which is purchased through the SchoolUniform Store. This money is to be brought on the first day ofTerm 1. At the end of the year, the lock may be kept for personaluse. Only these locks may be used, as they take a master key foremergency access.LOST PROPERTY AND BELONGINGSParents are urged to ensure that all belongings including socksand shoes are clearly named. Belongings found lying around arerestored to the owner with a reminder about taking care. Unnamedbelongings are kept in a designated room and students may ask tocheck the contents if they find they are missing something.Sometimes, unnamed belongings can find their way into similarcupboards in Junior or Senior School, and students looking fortheir belongings may have to check those two areas also. In JuniorSchool, the cupboard is kept by Mrs Priest, and in Senior School itis located outside the School House office.5 - Middle School 29

MONEYIt is not a good idea for Middle School students to carry muchmoney. If a student needs to bring a significant sum to school,to purchase items at the School Uniform Store for example, heis advised to hand it to a staff member to mind until he needsit. Wallets are to be kept locked in lockers or in pockets, not leftin blazer pockets on the backs of chairs. Borrowing or lendingmoney is firmly discouraged. If a student finds he needs a busfare home, he should ask the Head of School, Mr McQueen, andrepay the loan the next day. Normally, money is not lent for food.It is a good idea for students to have an emergency 50 cents for atelephone call.ORIENTATION DAYSThe Middle School Orientation Program begins late in 2010 andincludes the Family Orientation Evening on Friday 19 Novemberfrom 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm, followed by the Student Step-Up Dayon Wednesday 1 December from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.FAMILIARISATION TOUR – Monday 7 February 20118.45 am – 10.30 amWe realise that there may be some students who are unable toattend their respective Orientation Day as they may have movedfrom interstate, be a new International student, or were a laterenrolment. We would like those new students to meet us at theflag poles (Senior School) at 8.45 am on Monday 7 February2011. Parents and students will then be taken on a tour of theMiddle School so that they may familiarise themselves with theSchool and meet their new teachers. You are then invited to jointhe Headmaster and other senior staff in the Bill Toppin Room forlight refreshments at 10.00 am.All students are required to report in uniform and with books and,if necessary, locker key deposit at 8.30 am on Tuesday 8 February2011 with the exception of new International students who arerequired to undertake English testing as part of an additionalinduction program (details will be provided prior to arrival).For Year 7 students the orientation and settling in processcontinues with Pastoral Week, a staff/parent meeting and twoSWAP Days when parents are invited to spend time in their son’sclass. Full details will be provided early in Term 1.PARENT PARTICIPATIONThere are many events in the Middle School calendar to whichparents are specifically invited. They include:• Our Time and Space (Mother-Son and Father-Son Evenings)• Assemblies• Family/Teacher Conferences twice per year• Grandparents’ Days• Drama and Music productions• Sporting Carnivals such as the House Swimming andAthletics• SWAP Day, an opportunity early in the year to spend amorning in their son’s classParents are welcome to drop in at any time and are positivelyencouraged to do so.SPORTAll Middle School students choose a summer sport and a wintersport, practice with a team and compete in community or schoolrosters. The sports offered can vary a little from year to year, andat the time of writing, the offering for 2011 is:Summer:Winter:AthleticsAustralian RulesBasketballBadmintonCricketDanceCycling (Term 3 only)HockeyDanceRugbyRowingSoccerSport ShootingSport ShootingSwimmingWalkingTable TennisWater PoloTennisSailingSurfing (Term 3, for Year 8 only)Touch football (Term 3 only)WalkingFull details of trainings, match arrangements and results will bemade available on the School website – follow the “sports news”link.Parents are warmly encouraged to visit, telephone and maintaincontact throughout this critical settling-in phase.TUCKSHOPThe Middle School Tuckshop serves Junior and Middle Schoolstudents. It sells food and drinks at both morning recess and lunchtime. Students queue to be served; there is no lunch order systemfor Middle School.305 - Middle School

6Senior SchoolORIENTATION FOR SENIOR SCHOOLNEW STUDENTS ONLYMonday 7 February, 8.45 am to 10.00 amYear 9 to 12 students new to the School will be met at the BellTower and taken to the Conference Centre to be welcomed by theHead of Senior School. They will be introduced to the Chaplain,their Head of House, House Mentor and minders and they will betaken on a tour of the School. Parents are not required.New International students should arrive ready to commenceinduction programs as advised and as outlined in the inductionprogram timetable provided. If it is not possible to attendscheduled induction dates, please advise the Director of Boardingto discuss.HOUSE MENTORSAll new students will know their House by early December 2010.Lists will be available at the School Office and at the SchoolUniform Store. House Mentors for all students will be knownafter the first day of school in the New Year. Please feel free tocontact your son’s House Mentor at any time during the schoolyear. He or she should be your first point of inquiry on mostmatters.STUDENTS’ LOCKERSAll students in the Senior School will have a locker assigned tothem at the start of the year. The locker may be used for storageof school books, sporting clothing etc. A deposit of $10.00 isrequired for the locker key. The deposit is refunded at the end ofthe year upon return of the locker key.BELL TIMESThe daily program of the Senior School is:8.30 am – 8.40 am Mentor8.45 am – 9.35 am Period 19.35 am – 10.25 am Period 210.25 am – 10.50 am Recess10.50 am – 11.40 am Period 311.40 am – 12.30 pm Period 412.30 pm – 1.50 pm Lunch and Mentor time1.50 pm – 2.40 pm Period 52.40 pm – 3.30 pm Period 6AWARDS - CO-CURRICULARRecommendations for Co-Curricular Awards are made by acommittee (Coach + Captain + selected players from each team)to the person in charge of the sport or activity. Recommendationsare presented to the Awards Executive who will ratify or reject therecommendation. The Headmaster (in consultation) has power ofveto.Caps may be awarded to Year 10, 11 or 12 students for outstandingperformance (with an added Service component) at the 1st TeamOpen level. Colours may be awarded for representation at Openlevel. An Honour Badge may be awarded to a student who gainsthree or more Caps in any one year. Merits may be given foroutstanding performance at an under-age level. Service Awardsmay be made for outstanding service to a co-curricular activity.6 - Senior School31

CLUBS AND SOCIETIESThere are clubs and societies, many run by the Leaders.ENCOURAGEMENT AND DISCIPLINEThe Head of Senior School is responsible for all mattersconcerning pastoral care and discipline. The School operates onthe principle that discipline and pastoral care are closely linked,the latter encouraging personal growth leading to self-discipline.The Senior School uses a Student Referral Form. The teacher fillsout a green form, the original of which is given to the student whomust get it signed by his Mentor and his parents and return it to hisHead of House/Director of Sport within twenty-four hours. TheHead of House/Director of Sport will then deal with the matter.Sanctions may include a sixty-minute afternoon detention andin some cases the matter will be referred to the Head of SeniorSchool. Three-hour Saturday detentions may be given by theHead of School.The School places great store on the maintenance of goodrelationships between staff and students, and asks parents to givesupport to the primacy of this relationship.FAMILY/TEACHER CONFERENCESParents are always welcome to call at the School to discuss theirson’s work. In addition to any other visit to the School formalFamily/Teacher Conferences are scheduled. Parents are warmlyinvited to come in with their sons to discuss progress being made.By talking with students and their parents the teaching staff gaingreat benefit from the better understanding of the home situation.The dates for the Family/Teacher Conferences are published in theterm calendar.be appointed Prefects. The Prefects of the School are carefullychosen after various appraisal and training programs and make asolemn commitment to “uphold the dignity of the Prefect bodyand the honour of the School”. By acting “with responsibility,fairness and loyalty” they must work for the maintenance of goodorder within the student body.Student leadership at Hutchins is broad-based, collaborative andopen to all students to demonstrate their leadership potential.Learning to lead is a vital part of a Hutchins education and isreflected in the School’s Mission “to build character of boys” andits aim to challenge students to be effective citizens.Students are encouraged in Junior School, Middle School andSenior School to be involved, apply for positions of responsibilityand take initiative in developing new areas of leadership. In eachcase, students are encouraged to see themselves as part of a team,facilitating action and meeting objectives. Leaders serve othersbut stimulate a sense of achievement in followers.Leadership opportunities in all three schools are open to allstudents. From Year 6 students are encouraged to start building aportfolio of leadership activities. When students show outstandingcommitment and character, this may lead to formal recognition ofboys as Junior School or Middle School Council Members, SeniorSchool Student Representative Council Members or Prefects.STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCILThe SRC consists of students in Years 9 – 12 chosen by studentsafter applying for the position. Again, service, achievementand commitment to the values of the School are important. ThePresident is a Year 12 Leader appointed by the Headmaster. TheSRC is responsible for a large number of educational, pastoral andsocial activities throughout the School.HUTCHINS GRADUATION STATEMENTInformation on the Hutchins Graduation Statement will be handedto Year 12 students at the beginning of the 2011 school year.Information is also available from the School’s Intranet.LEADERS’ CONFERENCEAll Year 11 students are invited to attend the Leaders’ Conference.From that conference leadership positions are selected.VEHICLESStudents in Year 12 may seek permission to drive to school duringterm time. Application forms are available from the Head ofSenior School. Students in Year 11 may only seek permission invery special circumstances. Parents are required to write a letterdetailing the reasons for seeking special consideration. No studentis allowed to drive off school grounds during school time withoutthe permission of the Head of School or Heads of Houses.Certain senior students whose service, achievement andcommitment to the values of the School have been of a high orderand who have earned the regard of students and teachers, may326 - Senior School

THE HUTCHINS SCHOOL71 Nelson Rd, Sandy Bay, Tasmania, Australia 7005Postal address: PO Box 254, Sandy Bay, Australia 7006T: (03) 6221 4200 F: (03) 6225 4018 E: hutchins@hutchins.tas.edu.auwww.hutchins.tas.edu.auThe Board of Management of The Hutchins School as established by the Christ College Act 1926ABN 91 133 279 291 CRICOS 00478F