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Mobile Device Management Policy
Rationale and Objectives
Tomaree High School supports the restrictions of mobile devices in accordance with the NSW Department of Education: Students’ Use of Mobile Phones in Schools policy.
Mobile phone use in schools can impact student learning and wellbeing. Restricting mobile phone use, and associated devices, at school aims to:
- increase focus in classrooms
- remove distractons
- promote positive social interaction
- reduce the potential for online bullying
Tomaree High School has strong teaching and learning practices to support students in the classroom using various forms of appropriate technology, which maximises the benefits and minimises the risks of digital environments and prepare students for life beyond school.
We foster a safe learning environment which supports and enhances each child’s social and emotional health through our wellbeing and learning support teams.
Exemptions and accomodations
Tomaree High School understands there may be students who have a medical, wellbeing or learning need which will require them to access a mobile phone as defined in this plan.
Exemptions can be sought by parents/carers by contacting the relevant deputy principal and completing the Mobile Phone Exemption Application.
A letter from a medical professional stating when and how the mobile phone is to be used will be required. The deputy principal will work with parents/carers and refer the requests to the school’s Learning and Support team (LST). The LST will review the request, assign an appropriate case manager and complete a Mobile Exemption Plan.
Please note: No Phones are to be used for canteen purchases, including by those who have an exemption.
Attendance and absences
Students must attend school regularly so they can achieve their educational best and increase their career and life options.
In NSW, all children from the age of 6 are legally required to attend school or be registered for home schooling through the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). All students must complete Year 10, or its equivalent.
Young people below the age of 17 who have completed Year 10 must be:
in school, or registered for home schooling
in approved education or training, such as a traineeship, apprenticeship or TAFE
in full-time paid employment (average 25 hours a week)
in a combination of work, education and/or training (average of 25 hours a week combined).
Students 17 years and over who are enrolled in school must attend school regularly to meet HSC course requirements.
As a parent or carer, you are responsible for ensuring your child attends school every day when they are of compulsory school age. You must explain all absences to the school within 7 days.
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