PHOTOGRAPHING, RECORDING AND FILMING CONSENT thelakes.edu.au/uploads/8/3/9/0/83901006/photographing_filming___recording_of_students_policy_2024.pdf The Photographing, Filming and Recording Students Consent Form is provided by The Lakes South Morang College at enrolment. Recent Departmental changes to this policy mean that this now only has to be completed once during your child’s educational journey at The Lakes. As a component of our transition to Compass, all families across the College will be sent a message on Compass or contacted by a member of staff in regards to Permission to Publish for your child provided at enrolment. If at any time parents/carers wish to give or withdraw their consent, they can by contacting the College or completing the form below.
STUDENT DIGITAL DEVICES CHANGES FROM 2027 The Victorian Department of Education has updated its Digital Learning Policy, introducing changes to student device requirements from 2027. At The Lakes South Morang College, we remain committed to developing digital literacy through purposeful technology use. Primary Years (Prep–Year 6) Prep–Year 4: Students will continue using iPads to support learning. Years 5–6: Students will use Windows-based laptops to develop digital skills and prepare for secondary school. Device Requirements: Families will no longer be required to purchase or provide a device. However, students who already own a suitable laptop are encouraged to continue using it at school. Secondary Years (Years 7–12) Our existing Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program will continue. Why Windows-Based Laptops? Windows-based touchscreen laptops better prepare students for secondary learning by supporting: Keyboard skills, multitasking and file management. Access to software and systems used in secondary school. Creativity through touchscreen and stylus functionality. Continued use into Year 7 and beyond, with devices purchased through approved portals supported by the College. These changes ensure a consistent approach to digital learning across the College while supporting students to become confident, capable and responsible technology users.
NO HAT - NO PLAY We will be enforcing our ‘No Hat, No Play’ policy in Term 1 and 4 on the Primary Campus. Wide-brimmed hats (with the school logo), are available at the uniform shop. ROAD SAFETY AROUND THE LAKES SOUTH MORANG COLLEGE The Lakes South Morang College is situated near busy roads with heavy traffic throughout the day, with particular attention to the front of our school, where we have several busy intersections and shared pathways with Coles, Collingwood Language School, Merriang SDS and the Kinder. We strongly remind all families that students must always use the designated school crossings. We are increasingly noticing students exiting or entering vehicles while crossing or weaving through traffic, which poses a serious risk. Please use the designated drop-off zones and encourage your child to cross only at supervised crossings. Holding your child’s hand near roads and vehicles is a simple but effective way to support their safety. Please also take the time to talk with your child about how to stay safe near parked cars, footpaths, and driveways.
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