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  1. Document Title:Aboriginal Education Policy PD/2008/0385/V03Defines the department's commitments in its schools. Developed in response to the Report of the Review of Aboriginal Education 2004, in collaboration with Aboriginal communities and key partners.
    Type:Policy
    Implemented18/11/2008
    Last updated16/04/2018
  2. Document Title:Anti-Racism Policy PD/2005/0235/V05This policy commits the department to the elimination of all forms of racial discrimination in NSW Government schools. It applies to all NSW Public School employees and students, and has implications for each school community.
    Type:Policy
    Implemented05/12/2005
    Last updated18/05/2016
  3. Document Title:Assisted School Travel Program for School Students with Disability PD/2005/0292/V02The department manages the Assisted School Travel Program through the efficient and effective procurement, co-ordination and management of travel support services for eligible school students with identified disability to travel to and from school.
    Type:Policy
    Implemented01/06/2011
    Last updated11/08/2016
  4. Document Title:Assisting Students with Learning Difficulties PD/2006/0342/V01This policy applies to all staff employed in Public Schools NSW, in school and non-school based positions. It also applies to students who attend public schools and has implications for each school community.
    Type:Policy
    Implemented01/01/2007
    Last updated19/05/2017
  5. Document Title:Gifted and Talented Policy PD/2004/0051/V03The NSW Government aims to identify gifted and talented students and to maximise their learning outcomes in all public schools. School communities have a responsibility to develop effective and equitable identification procedures and developmentally appropriate programs.
    Type:Policy
    Implemented01/09/2006
    Last updated12/10/2016
  6. Document Title:Multicultural Education Policy PD/2005/0234/V01This policy responds to the cultural, linguistic and religious diversity of NSW. It commits schools to providing opportunities that enable all students to achieve equitable education and social outcomes and participate successfully in our culturally diverse society.
    Type:Policy
    Implemented05/12/2005
    Last updated19/05/2016
  7. Document Title:Out of Home Care in Government Schools Policy PD/2010/0402/V01The policy sets out the requirements relating to children and young people in statutory out of home care who are attending government schools, including preschools.
    Type:Policy
    Implemented19/07/2010
    Last updated30/05/2017
  8. Document Title:People With Disabilities - Statement of Commitment PD/2005/0243/V02The policy outlines commitment to people with disabilities, education objectives based on the principle of “normalisation” and responsibilities at state, regional and school levels. It also articulates the rights of parents, caregivers and students.
    Type:Policy
    Implemented01/01/2006
    Last updated26/03/2018
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