Dear Parents, Thank you for selecting Darling Range Sports College as the educational institution for your child/ren. With the large numbers now attending the College, we have endeavoured to make the commencement of the school year as smooth as possible. This letter outlines important information you will need to know for the commencement of the 2016 school year. 1. CHANGE OF SUBJECTS If you have queries on subject selections there will be an opportunity at a future date in Term 1 to have them reviewed. Students will be notified when this will occur. In this situation, part payment of the Contributions and Charges can be made until your queries are rectified and an amended account will be forwarded to you. 2. VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS AND COMPULSORY CHARGES Attached is your voluntary contributions and compulsory charges invoice for 2016. Payment of these charges goes directly to assisting the delivery of the curriculum to all students therefore your cooperation in making a prompt payment is appreciated. In addition, where charges have not been paid, students may not be permitted to participate in activities such as the school ball, reward excursions, sports college tours or any other event subsidised by the school. SCHOOL COUNCIL APPROVED VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS 2.1 P&C Contributions - $10.00 The P&C Association welcomes your support at its monthly meetings and invites you to contribute towards its fund which is used to assist the education of students at the College. 2.2 Chaplaincy - $5.00 This contribution is to provide some financial assistance for the employment of a Chaplain and Nurse on site at the College. 3. METHOD OF PAYMENT 3.1 The preferred method of payment is by direct deposit. The details are: Account Name: Darling Range Sports College BSB: 066-177 Account No: 10035232 Please send a remittance to darlingrange.sc.accounts@education.wa.edu.au. 3.2 Payments can also be made in person via credit card, cash or cheque. If paying by cheque, please ensure your child s name, your name and phone number are on the reverse side. 3.3 Payment by Instalment For families wishing to pay school fees by instalment, an application form is attached. Families are free to set their own rate of payment. Voluntary contributions and compulsory charges are essential to provide the resources and consumables used by all students. The school will be open on Wednesday 27 January to Friday 29 January from 8.30am until 4.30pm for parents wishing to pay contributions and charges ALL CHARGES NEED TO BE FINALISED BY THE END OF TERM 3, 2016.
4. SCHOOL UNIFORM The College uniform shop has been outsourced and will be run by Tudor Uniforms from the beginning of 2016. All students must wear the logo d College uniform every day. The uniform shop will be open prior to the start of Term 1 on the following days Wednesday 27 January 2016 8.30am to 11.30am Thursday 28 January 2016 1.30pm to 4.30pm Friday 29 January 2016 1.30pm to 4.30pm Please refer to the Important Uniform Information letter which outlines all opening times and the online ordering process. 5. STATIONERY ITEMS Attached is a list of stationery items required for 2016. All students will need to purchase these for personal use. A calculator is essential for Mathematics courses. If you require a calculator, please complete the enclosed order form and return to Abacus. Delivery will be made at the commencement of the 2016 school year. Teachers will not issue books and materials provided by the subject departments unless payment has been made to the school or arrangements made with the Business Manager. 6. BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE Access to technology is vital in a future-focused learning environment and we have a strong and ongoing commitment to 21 st century teaching and learning excellence. It is for this reason that we have, as have schools across Western Australia, implemented a Bring your Own Device (BYOD) program for all Year 7-9 students. The BYOD initiative encourages students to bring their own notebook/tablet to school each day. Students in other year groups will also be encouraged to participate. See the enclosed information sheet outlining more information and minimum specifications required. 7. SECONDARY ASSISTANCE SCHEME Please find enclosed a Secondary Assistance application form. If you are eligible to claim, please complete the form and return as soon as possible to the College together with a current card. Closing date for applications is 8 April 2016. 8. SMART RIDER APPLICATIONS You can apply for your child s smartrider card at www.monitorwa.com.au/smartrider/default.html. 9. STUDENT HOSTS The College has a program where students gain clerical work experience by being host students for a day. A host student performs duties such as clerical duties, running messages to classrooms and other duties as required by Administration. Students will be required to participate in any tests or assessments due on their rostered day, or attend any pre-arranged activities. A replacement Host will be organised if the student is absent from school. It is important that you advise us if you do not wish your child to participate. The beginning of the year is a very busy time for all and your cooperation in the above matters is appreciated. Should you have any queries regarding the above information, please contact the Business Manager on 9453 0100. Yours sincerely Brian Bowen Business Manager 5 February 2016
IMPORTANT UNIFORM INFORMATION Dear Parent/Guardian Tudor School Uniforms (Tudor) is honoured to have been selected as the exclusive uniform supply partner for Darling Range Sports College. Supplying schools in Perth and WA since 1992, Tudor is a midsize company in the school uniform industry with endorsement from the Department of Education as a school uniform supplier. DRSC Uniform Shop Conveniently located on the DRSC grounds, the uniform shop provides all aspects of uniforms ranging from daily uniform to specialised sporting uniform. Open Thursdays from 8.00am-11.00am during school terms, the uniform shop accepts cash, eftpos and credit card payments. Increased back to school hours for 2016 Wednesday 27 January 8.30am-11.30am Thursday 28 January 1.30pm-4.30pm Friday 29 January 1.30pm-4.30pm Week 1, Term 1 Tuesday, 2 February 8.00am-11.00am Thursday, 4 February 8.00am-11.00am (standard hours) Thursday, 4 February 2.00pm 4.00pm Week 2, Term 1 Tuesday, 9 February 8.00am-11.00am Thursday, 11 February 8.00am-11.00am (standard hours) Thursday, 11 February 2.00pm 4.00pm Online Ordering Through Tudor s secure website, uniforms can be ordered for home delivery or collection from DRSC. Home delivery is generally within 72 hours and a charge of $14.95 for postage applies or alternatively, collection can be from DRSC uniform shop on Thursdays from 10.50am-11.15am. Online Ordering Process 1. Go to Tudor s website - tudorschooluniforms.com.au 2. In the top right hand corner of the home page, click REGISTER 3. Create your own username and password and select DRSC from the drop down box 4. Log in and you can commence shopping 5. Checkout, select shipping method and finish transaction Once supply has commenced, all queries can be directed to Tudor Uniforms by phoning 9408 2666 or via email at sales@tudorschooluniforms.com.au. Yours sincerely Nathan Gorman Managing Director Tudor School Uniforms
Dear Parents, Access to technology is vital in a future-focused learning environment and we have a strong and ongoing commitment to 21 st century teaching and learning excellence. It is for this reason that we have, as have schools across Western Australia, implemented a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program in 2016 for all Year 7-9 students which will expand into other year groups. The BYOD initiative encourages students to bring their own notebook/tablet to school each day. This will ensure that our students are well placed to benefit from learning in an informative technology rich learning environment. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS Only devices meeting the minimum specifications provided by the College will be able to be connected to the College network. Access to the network allows access to the internet and other network facilities. We have not specified a brand of tablet required as this is parent/guardian choice, however the device must have the following minimum specifications to enable the best educational outcomes and connection to the College network: A minimum of Windows 8.1 (NOT Windows RT) Long battery life Robust carry case USB port or wireless external hard drive Office software package Optional touch screen with stylus REQUIRED SOFTWARE TO BE INSTALLED Google Chrome Adobe Reader Adobe Flashplayer Adobe Shockwave player Java Microsoft Silverlight REQUIRED APPS TO BE INSTALLED APPS (available from the Apps store once the device is purchased) Earth & Space Ultimate map trivia MyHomework FlashcardsPro Education Catalog Oxford Dictionary Physamajig Human body system Human anatomy & physiology Nasa be a martian Chemistry lab AC Biology *please note that other free software or Apps may be required to be installed at a later date Yours sincerely PETER NOACK PRINCIPAL
STATIONERY LIST The following items are recommended and can be purchased from book and stationery suppliers STATIONERY 1) Files (a) A4 2 ring binder for school (b) lever arch file for storage of work at home 2) File dividers (10) 3) Packet A4 refills 500s reinforced lined paper 4) Plastic sleeves 5) Diary or E-Diary recommended for homework 6) Pencil case - nylon large 7) 4 ballpoint pens (2 blue, 1 black, 1 red) 8) 2 x pencils HB 9) Coloured pencils large 12s wallet 10) Textas / markers wallet 12s 11) 30cm plastic ruler 12) Eraser 13) Fluorescent highlighter pen 14) Glue stick 15) Pencil sharpener 16) School bag large enough to carry all stationery, sports clothes, lunch etc. File Setup: A4 2 ring binder to bring to school each day 1) Dividers for English, Maths, Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Health Education and Electives 2) Plastic sleeve at front of file for timetable 3) A plastic sleeve in each section for hand outs 4) A plastic sleeve at the back of the file with extra writing paper Lever Arch file to keep at home for completed topics 1) Dividers for English, Maths, Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Health Education and Electives Bag size - minimum of 50cm (width) x 30cm (height) x 15cm (depth) MATHS Protractor and Sharp EL Scientific calculator ENGLISH Lined exercise book for Journal responses PORTABLE ELECTRONIC DEVICE Please see enclosed Portable Electronic Device Specifications Information
Year 8 Locker Use Agreement The following outlines the conditions of locker hire and usage. If you agree to abide by the conditions, please sign this agreement and return to Mrs Higgs in the front office to receive your locker number and code. 1. The lockers remain the property of Darling Range Sports College at all times and may be opened for inspection by the Principal or his representative as required 2. Locker use is a privilege afforded to Darling Range Sports College students in recognition of their uniform and playing needs and as such the locker will only be used to store items of clothing and school materials. 3. Sharing of lockers is prohibited (except with family members). 4. Only the school supplied locks may be used to secure lockers. Any unauthorised locks placed on lockers will be removed immediately. 5. Students who forget their locker code can come to the front office for assistance. 6. Lockers are to be emptied by the second last day of each term as all lockers will be emptied by staff on the last day of term for cleaning purposes. 7. Locker hire is: $40.00 for large (sports equipment) $25.00 for small (BYOD device) 8. Large blue lockers are housed between the canteen and the Performing Arts Centre and large red lockers are housed outside the Library. 9. Small green lockers are housed outside the Year 7 block. Mr Brian Bowen Business Manager 5 February 2016
Year 8 Locker Use Agreement Acceptance We / I accept the conditions of locker hire and usage. Parent Name: Student Name: Year/Form: Locker hire: Large: $40.00 per year Small: $25.00 per year The preferred method of payment is by direct deposit. The details are: Account Name: Darling Range Sports College BSB: 066-177 Account No: 10035232 Please send a remittance to darlingrange.sc.accounts@education.wa.edu.au. Payments can also be made by cash, cheque or credit card. Please complete the attached slip and return to the front office. Parent Signature: Date: Student Signature: Date: STUDENT NAME YEAR REASON FOR PAYMENT: Locker Hire Enclosed is payment of $ Direct Deposit Date Paid: Rec No: Darling Range Sports College, BSB 066-177; Account No: 1003 5232, Commonwealth Bank Method of Payment: Chq Cash C/card (please ) Credit Card details (**All cheques need Name, Address, Phone & Organisation on the back**) No. Card holder s name Phone No : TYPE OF CARD (please circle) Exp. _ Date Bank Card / MasterCard / Visa ONLY NO Amex or Diners
AGREEMENT TO PAY BY INSTALMENT I, (parent name) agree to pay $ per week / fortnight / month, commencing on (date) towards (student s name), Year contributions and charges and will pay all outstanding amounts prior to the end of Term 3. If regular instalments are not met as per this agreement, participation in extra curricular activities will be reviewed. Thank you for your co-operation. Brian Bowen Business Manager Signed: Date: DRSC Witness: Date: DATE RECEIPT NO AMOUNT BALANCE DUE SIGNATURE