Community Code of Practice

Altona Meadows Primary School is committed to the maintenance of a high level of community involvement and interaction and will continue to:

• Encourage parents and community members to be actively involved in school programs.

• Provide training and support for parents to assist with their child’s education and to be effective classroom helpers.

• Seek the support and participation of community groups and organisations in school programs and projects.

• Provide facilities and resources for community use.

• Participate in and support suitable community initiatives and projects.

• Actively seek and consider community points of view and priorities when developing school policy and priorities.

• Develop programs and activities, which involve students as active members of the community and, in so doing, promote each student’s sense and understanding of community.

• Ensure that the community is aware of the school’s programs, achievements and priorities through regular promotion and reporting – newsletters, press release, public meetings and annual report.

• Maintain co-operative relationships with other schools, pre-schools and educational institutions in the district and region.

• Ensure that the school invites and welcomes community questions and input, and that it presents a non-threatening environment for all community members.