In May 2006, all public, independent and Catholic schools were sent a survey from the Department of Education and Training requesting information about canteen operations and the types and quantities of food and drinks sold. Extensive consultation occurred with health and nutrition experts, education and curriculum experts, canteen managers and staff, members of the food industry, and parents. This report is comprised of the findings of the Expert Reference Group and the school canteen survey. For further information please contact Strategic Policy and Planning on 9264 4998.

DATE: 23-Jul-09 Non-Mandatory | Summary | Download |

This manual is intended to assist those involved in delivering the ASBT program in establishing quality employment, education and training arrangements for Indigenous Years 10, 11 and 12 students.

DATE: 11-Nov-08 Non-Mandatory | Summary | Download |

The Accountable and Ethical Decision Making Training Program has been designed to help Departmental employees find answers to accountability questions that may arise in their daily work and explain the standards of behaviour expected of them. It has been designed to offer support and guidance to employees in situations where choosing the most appropriate course of action may not necessarily be obvious or clear. This document provides an introduction to the Training Program.

DATE: 14-Aug-09 Non-Mandatory | Summary | Download

The availability and consumption of alcohol on school premises needs to be carefully managed. Schools have a duty to ensure that the supervision of children is appropriate at all times and that the reputation of the school is not damaged by inappropriate behaviour at social occasions.

DATE: 27-Dec-07 Mandatory | Summary | Download |

This publication aims to assist employees in understanding their rights and responsibilities when they find themselves involved in a disciplinary process. The publication is for internal use only.

DATE: 22-Apr-09 Non-Mandatory | Summary | Download

Animals can enrich learning experiences for students, but it is a requirement that they be used responsibly and ethically adhering to Animal Welfare Act (2002). Schools using animals for teaching and learning activities must obtain prior approval from the Schools Animal Ethics Committee and records of use must be maintained.

DATE: 08-Oct-09 Mandatory | Summary | Download |

The annual report of the Department of Education and Training contains information about the government's investment, programs and services within the public school system and the vocational education and training (VET) sector, and includes the Department's key performance indicators and financial statements.

DATE: 06-Mar-08

The Department of Education and Training values cultural diversity in all workplaces and is committed to the elimination of racial discrimination and harassment in its structure, culture, curriculum and working environment.

DATE: 13-Apr-06 Mandatory | Summary | Download |

Parents/ persons responsible who wish to enrol their child in a public school, or community kindergarten, will provide a completed Application for Enrolment Form to the preferred school, or community kindergarten. This is an application for enrolment only - submitting this form to the school does not mean that the enrolment has been accepted by the school. The Application for Enrolment Form is available as an appendix in the Enrolment Policy or can be downloaded as a separate form from this summary section.

DATE: 13-Jun-08 Non-Mandatory | Summary | Download

The School Education Act 1999 requires compulsory aged students, as defined in the Act, to attend school or participate in an educational program of a school. Principals are responsible for recording and monitoring the attendance of all students and for implementing appropriate strategies to restore attendance if necessary. Update 14.9.09 - changes to section 4.5 (a).

DATE: 14-Sep-09 Mandatory | Summary | Download |