Inclusive education is a large part of the values embedded into our school culture and our ability to cater for and support students with specialised learning needs is a strength of our school community. Our Support Services Committee allows for a multi-disciplinary approach to individual case management.
We are committed to the provision of equitable educational opportunities so that all students have access to, participate in and gain positive outcomes from schooling.
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In striving to provide equitable educational opportunities for all, it is acknowledged that for some students to receive appropriate support (low-incidence disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or behaviour and communication challenges) it will be necessary to draw on the expertise of a range of support personnel.
Classroom support
Our dedicated Teacher Aides support all students in classrooms, in small groups and individually. They also provide direct support to students receiving support through the Support Services. They are an integral part of our teaching team and school community who work consistently to improve the schooling experience for all our students.
Chaplain
What does a School
Chaplain do?
A School Chaplain is a safe person for young people to connect with at
school and provides a listening ear, caring presence, and a message of hope. Chaplains run positive, fun activities for
students and assist in fostering supportive, caring school communities.
Working with other members of the school’s support team, the Chaplain cares
for students struggling with issues such as difficult relationships with other
children or family members, poor self-esteem, family breakdown, and depression.
The partnership between the school and the Chaplaincy Service, supported
by local churches, businesses and community organisations, provides a network
of local support and assistance. These
positive relationships help young people to face difficult issues, and provide
hope, connection, meaning, and purpose.
The Chaplaincy Service is available to everyone in the school community
regardless of their religious beliefs.
Who is the Muttaburra SS School
Chaplain?
Our Chaplain is currently vacant. We are blessed to have Chappy Ashley from Aramac, who works with us every other Friday.
What will Chaplaincy
look like at Muttaburra?
Chaplaincy revolves heavily around spending tiome with individual students and small groups for discussions and activities. As our School Community Garden is an improtant and integral part of our school, we have aligned the Chaplaincy visits with caring for the garden. This gives a focus and backdrop for time, activities and hands-on physical work for students to engage with Chappy either indipendently or in small groups. Parents are welcome to join Chappy and the students in the weekly gardening session.
Will my child be
involved?
Involvement with the Chaplain is entirely voluntary and students choose
whether or not they want to be a part of the activities that are offered. Parents will be consulted if their child
wishes to be involved in ongoing one-to-one meetings with the Chaplain or in
any program or group involving spiritual or ethical content. Parents have the right to refuse permission
for their child to be involved in any Chaplaincy activity or event.
How can I contact the
Chaplain?
Please contact the school directly to discuss any aspects of Chaplaincy or for an appointment with our Principal or Chappy.
Religious Instruction
Our school has the support of many fantastic friends from different faiths who all have dedicated their lives to others. The Outback Aerial Mission provides the formal quarterly Religious Instruction Program.
Head of Special Education Services
The Head of Special Education Services primary role is to support the students, families and professionals of our students requiring educational adjustments and learning supports. The HOSES is source of advice, guidance, individual case management and facilitates the development of Individual Learning Plans and Education Adjustment Profiles with teachers and families. The HOSES also communicates with all families receiving support to offer services, professional development, experiences sharing and open communication.
Guidance Officer
Our Guidance Officer is available to discuss issues with students and families and provides confidentiality and services for families who may require them.
English as a Second Language
English as a Second Language Teachers provide support and delivery of individual ESL programs to students who may require them.
Therapy
We have the professional knowledge and resources of Education Queensland Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists available to support our school.