Parent Teacher Communication

​Staying Connected and ​Inform​ed

In 2024, parent and community feedback confirmed that traditional newsletters were no longer the preferred way to stay informed. As a result, Bororen State School now shares updates via our official Facebook page and letters sent home with students, ensuring communication remains timely, accessible, and aligned with family preferences.

Communication Between ​​School & Parents​​​

We prioritise open and transparent communication with families. Below are the ways we keep parents informed:

Weekly & Term Updates

• Weekly Facebook Updates - Facebook posts summarising classroom highlights and upcoming events.
• Term Calendars - Distributed at the start of each Term with key dates and activities.
• School Webpage - Includes general information along with key dates and activities
• Parade - Our school parade is held every second Tuesday on the even weeks of the term. It's a great opportunity to celebrate student achievements, share important updates, and build our school community. Families are always welcome to attend!

Direct Communication​​

• Parent-Teacher Meetings - Available twice a year or upon request.
• Updates via Q Parents App -Parents reports through QParents.
• Email & Phone Support - Teachers and staff are available for inquiries during school hours.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

• Formal parent-teacher conferences are scheduled twice a year to discuss student progress.

Additional conferences can be scheduled if needed.

Celebration of Learning

• Takes place at the end of each term and an opportunity for students to share their work with parents and carers.

School Visitation P​olicy

Parents are welcome to visit the school, but for security reasons, the following policies apply:

• All visitors must check in at the front office and wear a visitor's badge.
• Classroom observations should be pre-arranged with the teacher.
• Parents may not enter classrooms during instructional time without prior approval.

Complaints and Conc​erns

At Bororen State School we recognise that from time to time, parents and carers may have concerns, this is a natural part of working together in a school community. We are committed to listening and resolving issues respectfully and fairly.  We follow the Department of Education's complaints process to ensure all matters are managed fairly.

• Start by speaking with the staff member involved, most issues can be sorted out with a quick chat
• If it's not resolved, contact the Principal
• If you're still concerned, further steps are available through the Department of Education

Our full Complaints Management Procedure is available on the Bororen State School website  We value your input and are here to work in partnership for the benefit of every child.

Telephone Messages to Stude​​nts

To minimise classroom interruptions and keep learning time focused, we kindly ask families to use our message service only when absolutely necessary.

• Please keep phone messages to students for urgent matters only
• Wherever possible, send an SMS to the school mobile: 0436 930 686

Thank you for supporting uninterrupted teaching and learning at Bororen.

Social Media- Respectful Communicatio​n

Bororen State School follows the Department of Education's Parent and Carer Code of Conduct, which applies both in person and online.

• Please use social media respectfully — no negative or aggressive posts about staff, students, or families.
• If you have a concern, contact the school directly through the proper channels.

Let's work together to keep our school community safe, supportive, and respectful for everyone.

Mobile Phones & Devices – 'Away for the ​​Day'

To support focused learning and student wellbeing, Bororen State School follows the Queensland Department of Education's 'Away for the Day' policy . This means:

• Phones must be switched off and handed in at the office before school starts.
• Devices are securely stored and returned at the end of the school day.
• Smartwatches and similar devices can be worn but must have notifications disabled during school hours.
• Students needing to contact home during school hours can use the school office phone.
• Exemptions for medical, disability, or wellbeing reasons can be requested through the principal.

By adhering to this policy, we aim to create a safe, respectful, and distraction-free environment for all students.

Respecting Staff Time and Profess​​ional Boundaries

 As part of Education Queensland's commitment to staff wellbeing, our school supports clear expectations around communication and respectful interactions. We kindly ask parents and carers to be mindful of the following:

• Staff are not expected to respond to communication outside of work hours, including evenings, weekends, school and public holidays.
• School-related communication should not occur through personal social media accounts. Please use official school channels such as the school phone number, email, or school app.
• Teachers' personal contact details, such as mobile phone numbers or private email addresses, should not be used for school matters.
• If you see staff members in the community, we ask that you respect their personal time. School-related conversations are best held during school hours.
• To speak with a staff member, please book an appointment through the school office. Drop-ins during teaching time or breaks are often not possible.
• The safety of our school community is a priority. Aggressive or harassing behaviour towards staff or students will not be tolerated, and may result in restricted access to the school grounds.

Thank you for supporting a safe, respectful, and positive environment for all members of our school community.