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Policy Corner
Grievance Procedure
Welcome to the new Harvest “Policy Corner” where we will address some of the current policies used within the College.
Grievance Procedure
From time to time, parents, students, or staff may wish to make a suggestion, have a grievance, or raise a concern that needs addressing. Harvest Christian College takes these issues seriously and welcomes feedback. Our Grievance Procedure (found in the Parent Portal on the College website) outlines the correct process for having these issues addressed.
In the first instance, parents, students or staff should meet with the person directly involved in the grievance before taking any further action. For example, for parents, this may mean going directly to their child’s teacher to discuss a matter.
If the matter is not resolved, an appointment should be made with the staff member’s line manager or the matter can be put in writing to the line manager.
If the matter is not resolved by meeting with the line manager, the aggrieved party can then request a meeting with the Principal, or with the Chairperson of the Board if the grievance is with the Principal.
This process aims to get matters resolved quickly. Going directly to the person with whom a party has an issue gives both parties the opportunity to explain their reasons, and clear up any misunderstandings they may have.
Please note, the Grievance Procedure also outlines the process for more serious grievances.
Samantha McDonald
Policy and Administration Coordinator.
National Principals’ Day
On Friday 4th August, Harvest celebrated
National Principals’ Day. Our Principal, Mr Peter Ayoub, was deservedly recognised with thank you gifts by the students, including a special one from Emmee Wright and Ryder Holliday and a cake from the staff.
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