Core Values

MARCELLIN COLLEGE

CORE VALUES

2011

The Values listed in this booklet are those adopted by the Marcellin College community in 2011. All members of the College Community are expected to act in accordance with these values from the time they become part of the College community.

VALUE ONE: In the tradition of Saint Marcellin Champagnat and the Marist Brothers, all within the community will contribute to building a family spirit and a strong sense of social justice.

IMPLICATIONS FOR STAFF

· Each staff member regards his/her job as a calling demanding passionate commitment

· In their prayer, staff give thought to the needs of all within the Marcellin community

· Staff support for each other is especially strong in times of individual need

· Family spirit is cemented by staff participation in whole-school liturgies

· Students from disadvantaged backgrounds will be given all possible support to overcome those disadvantages that affect their learning

· Staff will support school-based efforts which seek to assist social justice project within the school and the wider community

IMPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS

· Students make a positive contribution to their tutor/home groups and whanau

· Students will behave in such a manner so as not to undermine the family atmosphere of the College

· In their prayer, students give thought to the needs of all within the Marcellin family

· Students willingly participate in all activities that build family spirit

· Students will be sensitive to the needs of fellow students less fortunate than themselves

· Students will support school-based efforts which seek to assist social justice projects within the school and the wider community

IMPLICATIONS FOR PARENTS/ COMMUNITY

· Parents actively support those adult groups working for the betterment of the school and of all within it

· Parents actively endorse the genuine efforts of their children in all spheres of school life

· In their prayer, parents and friends of the College give thought to the needs of all within the Marcellin community

· Parents actively support the school-based efforts which seek to assist social justice projects within the school and the wider community

VALUE TWO: The upholding and developing of the Catholic Character of the College are of utmost importance and are evidenced through the practice of the Gospel values in the lives of all within the community.

IMPLICATIONS FOR STAFF

· Active support is given to the Catholic Character of the College

· Staff come to truly understand Gospel values and live them in their daily lives

· Opportunities for further education in the Catholic Character of the College are approached with genuine commitment

· Forgiveness is extended and atonement accepted in all relationships within the College community

· Justice is practised in our enrolment policies and procedures

· Inclusiveness is practised in the treatment of those of different cultures, socio-economic backgrounds, belief systems, health and disability needs

IMPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS

· Active support is given to the Catholic Character of the College

· Students come to truly understand Gospel values and live them in their daily lives

· Forgiveness is extended and atonement accepted

· Students practise justice in their treatment of their peers and teachers

· Each individual has an expectation of living an ethical, productive and satisfying life

IMPLICATIONS FOR PARENTS/ COMMUNITY

· All endorse the Catholic Character of the College including the practice of Gospel values in their homes

· Parents and guardians take every available opportunity to acquaint themselves with the value system of the school

· Parents are the first teachers of their children and act as positive role models for them

VALUE THREE: In accordance with the College’s motto, ‘Seek the Best’, all forms of learning and the fulfilment of academic potential are highly valued by all within the community. Success and self-improvement are acknowledged on a regular basis.

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· Teachers and administrators give recognition and support to all types of learning: spiritual, academic, sporting, cultural and social · Programmes of learning measure where students are at and are designed always to nurture their strengths and move them to the next level of attainment · The staff identify and act on the major influences effecting academic achievement and any barriers to that achievement · Teachers and administrators are faithful role models of the attitudes and habits that lead to attainment · Reporting to families and students is regular, constructive, affirms effort and promotes next steps · The staff celebrates all educational achievement	· Students are receptive to the school’s endeavours to educate the whole person · Students have a sense of their obligation to develop their God-given gifts by deepening their individual knowledge and improving their individual skills · Students eagerly participate in learning processes and contribute to an environment in which learning is pleasurable for all · Students take a quiet pride in their own achievements and genuinely applaud the achievements of others	· Parents and the community support all the types of learning that take place within the school · Parents are attuned to the aptitudes of their children and help to shape their personal aspirations accordingly · Families operate a value system and provide a home environment that are wholly conducive to building upon the learning opportunities offered by the College · Families and the community give incentives to, and proud acknowledgement of, student success

VALUE FOUR: All within the Marcellin College community will act with integrity, and take pride in all that they do, cultivating self-respect, self-discipline and a love of work as prerequisites of life-long learning.

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· Teachers display self-discipline in all that they do · Teachers will uphold the good name of their profession at all times · Teachers will display integrity in their dealings with fellow staff, students and parents · Teachers take pride in achieving the best possible results with their students · Teachers will maintain a high standard in all planning and delivery of programmes	· Students accept responsibility for their actions and the consequences of these actions · Students willingly follow the routines and adopt the procedures put in place for their welfare and learning · Students will take pride in the way in which they participate in all school activities · Students will increasingly take responsibility for their own learning in order to establish sound study habits for life-long learning	· Parents encourage their children to accept responsibility for their own: - preparation for school each day - learning while at school - study outside of school - committed participation in co-curricular activities · Parents will monitor and encourage the development of self-discipline in their sons/ daughters’ lives

VALUE FIVE: The rich diversity of the Marcellin College community will be highly valued and evidenced by the emotionally safe and nurturing environment which fosters respect for others, tolerance and appreciation of the differences this diversity brings.

IMPLICATIONS FOR STAFF

· Senior Administration and staff co-operate in providing a safe environment

· Staff display zero tolerance for acts of violence and bullying amongst students

· Teachers faithfully perform playground duties

· Staff have an understanding of procedures to follow in at-risk situations

IMPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS

· Students care for others and do not act in a manner which infringes the rights of either staff or students

· Students recognise the need for self-acceptance and acceptance of others

· Students respect and care for the property of the whole school community

· Students approach senior staff whenever there is a concern about the welfare of the college community and its environment

IMPLICATIONS FOR PARENTS/ COMMUNITY

· Parents support staff in ensuring there is zero tolerance of acts of violence and bullying

· Protective parenting ensures that children are safe and accounted for at all times

· Parents understand that home circumstances can affect the student’s progress at school

VALUE SIX: The partnership of teachers, parents and students is viewed as pivotal in promoting success for every student and all members of the community are committed to building and maintaining the most beneficial home-school relationship that it is possible to achieve.

IMPLICATIONS FOR STAFF

· Staff have a positive approach to meetings with parents and students

· Staff do all within their power to have parents attend the teacher evenings

· Staff will support parents’ groups whenever possible

· Staff communicate with the home through appropriate channels

· The school liaises with the family to ensure that an appropriate career path has been recommended

IMPLICATIONS FOR STUDENTS

· Students act as a positive link between the school and the home

· Students commit to the College’s values and work with staff and parents to implement them

· Students support the school’s endeavour to build relationships with new and existing families

IMPLICATIONS FOR PARENTS/ COMMUNITY

· Parents accept that their attendance at school events is essential and do all that they can to attend