Policies

Schools are complex environments, and we require policies and procedures to ensure we are all marching to the beat of the same drum. We believe our students feel safer knowing there are rules and processes for everyone to follow.

The Diocesan Education Council (DEC) assists the Bishop in formulating the Townsville Diocesan Catholic Education vision and identity. The DEC makes and monitors educational policies so that they are consistent with the Diocesan Mission Statement. The policy framework of the Diocesan Education Council provides a unifying focus for all Diocesan schools, and schools formulate additional policies to address operational aspects of school life.

Mary Help of Christians Catholic College Policies

Mary Help of Christians Catholic College Policies are developed by the School Board in response to school needs. Policies are continually being worked on, and we welcome community suggestions and feedback for policy development.

Student Protection

Mary Help of Christians Catholic College is committed to ensuring a safe college environment for all students, with a focus on the critical area of student welfare. All schools in the Townsville Catholic Diocese have a comprehensive Student Protection program for all staff (teachers, school support staff and office staff) in the Diocese.

Medication

If your child requires prescribed medication to be administered during school hours, please review the Administration of Medication Information prior to completing the Consent to Administer Medication Form.

After carefully reading the information, if applicable, please complete and return the following documentation to Enquiries@mhoc.catholic.edu.au

  • A completed Consent to Administer Medication Form.
  • Any other written medical authorisation signed by the prescribing health practitioner.

Medication needs to be dropped off before Term 1 begins, and medication will be required to:

  • Be in its original container with intact packaging.
  • Include a current pharmacy label indicating it is prescribed medication and/or written authorisation signed by the prescribing health practitioner.