Community Links

College Calendar

 The College Calender is published at the beginning of each year as an official timetable of College Activities. Each family receives a copy.

College Newsletter

Each fortnight the College publishes a Newsletter which is designed to keep parents and students informed of activities at the College.

College Annual

Published at the beginning of each year the College Annual provides the official records of the previous year’s activities, including class photos. A copy is distributed to each student.

Parent Meetings

At important times in the Academic year, meetings are held to outline programs and special events to parents. At some meetings, parents have the opportunity to meet with Home Room Teachers and other staff and address any concerns. Once per term the Principal conducts a ‘Parents Forum’.

Web Site

The Emmaus College website address is: www.emmaus.vic.edu.au Increasingly, this homepage provides a ready source of information about the College and its activities, as well as contact points within the school.

Reporting and Assessment

Assessment Reports are issued at regular intervals throughout the year. Years 7-10 Detailed and comprehensive reports are issued at the end of Terms 2 and 4. In addition, Interim Reports are provided at the end of Terms 1 and 3. Years 11-12 Detailed reports are issued at the end of each semester. Interim Reports are issued at the end of Terms 1 and 3.

Student Planner

In order to encourage good home work practice and organisational skills, students are required to use the Emmaus College planner. This also provides a means of direct and regular communication between parents and teachers.

Involving Parents

Parents are encouraged to become involved in the College through Membership of:

1• Board Committees - Buildings,Grounds and Equipment,Community Development,Education,Finance;

2• Assistance in the College Canteens;

3• Assistance in the College Libraries;

4• Mentoring students in the College;

5• Attending Parents’ Forums;

6• Support other College activities and events.