2026 Staff Handbook

WEEKLY MEETING FRAMEWORK Monday – Targeted Briefings Short, purpose-driven sessions for specific teams such as AIC , Team Leaders , VIA , or Campus Briefings . These meetings are concise, operational, and designed to set focus for the week. Tuesday & Wednesday – Formal Meeting Nights Core professional learning and collaboration time. These sessions include PLCs , curriculum or wellbeing teams , whole-staff meetings , or professional learning aligned with College and AIP priorities. Attendance, punctuality, and active engagement are expected. Thursday – Student & Extracurricular Focus Reserved for extracurricular programs , student detentions , CAT and SAC redemptions , and other student support or extension opportunities. This is an important time for mentoring, enrichment, and targeted intervention.

Bell Times:

Primary

Secondary

(Senior School Only)

Session 0

8:00 - 9:00

Session 1

9:00 - 10:00

9:00 - 10:00

Session 2

10:00 - 11:00

10:00 - 11:00

Recess

11:00 - 11:45

11:00 - 11:45

Session 3

11:45 - 12:45

11:45 - 12:45

Session 4

12:45 - 1:45

12:45 - 1:45

Lunch

1:45 - 2:15

1:45 - 2:05

Session 5

2:15 - 3:15

2:05 - 3:05

MEETING PROTOCOLS To ensure meetings are purposeful, respectful, and efficient, the following expectations apply to all staff: • We start and finish on time . Punctuality respects everyone’s schedule. • We are fully present — no devices, marking, or side tasks unless explicitly required for the session. • We come prepared — having read relevant materials and ready to contribute. • We listen actively and keep contributions solution-focused and respectful. • We align discussion to purpose — meetings are for decision-making, reflection, and collaboration, not administration or debate. • We honour agreed actions — following up on tasks and commitments promptly. • We model professionalism — our conduct in meetings reflects our values and leadership within the community.

2026 Staff Handbook The Lakes South Morang College

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