Snowsports
Academy
Code of Conduct 2026
Document Information
Title Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct
Version 1.0
Owner Sally Bourke, Director of Sport
Audience Snowsports Academy students
Document Approval
Status Approved
Last Reviewed 03/12/2025
Reviewed By Sally Bourke
Next Review 03/12/2026
1 Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct
As a member of the Snowy Mountains Grammar School Snowsports Academy (SA), students are expected to uphold the highest standards of behaviour, respect and responsibility whilst at school and also on the program. Participation in the Academy is a privilege and students must adhere to the following expectations to ensure a safe, positive, and productive experience for all.
1.1 Behaviour
Students are to follow the directions of supervising staff.
Disruptive, unsafe or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, disobedience, rudeness, or any actions that compromise the safety or well-being of others.
Bullying, harassment, or any form of misconduct towards peers, coaches, staff, or members of the public is strictly prohibited.
1.2
Transport
Students must wear the correct SMGS Snowsports jacket whilst travelling on the bus and Ski Tube and be seated in the front carriage of the train.
Seatbelts must be worn at all times while on the bus.
Standing, moving around, or engaging in distracting behaviours that compromise the driver’s focus is not permitted.
1.3
Coaching Program
Students must arrive on time, fully prepared with the required equipment and a positive attitude.
Any reckless or unsafe skiing/riding will result in disciplinary action, including potential removal from sessions.
Instructions from coaches and staff must be followed immediately and without argument.
Respect must be shown to all coaches, teammates and competitors.
1.4 Fatigue Management
If a staff member determines that a student is too fatigued to safely participate, they must stay home or at school for that day’s training.
Students are expected to maintain healthy sleep habits and manage their energy levels responsibly.
1.5
Academic
Students must keep up-to-date with their schoolwork and meet all academic expectations.
Falling behind in coursework may result in being taken off the Snowsports Academy program until academic requirements are met.
Additional
Other student expectations not stated are in accordance with pre-existing school rules and expectations for students including adhering to our school values and related behaviour policies.
2 Consequences
Failure to adhere to this Code of Conduct will result in disciplinary action, which may include:
Temporary suspension from the training program.
Removal from the program for repeated breaches.
Removal from the program for a significant major breach.
3 Breaches of Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct
Should students choose not to adhere to the requirements stated above, they will jeopardise their ongoing place in the program. If a student engages in repeated minor breaches of behaviour, they will be advised and we will make every attempt to communicate with parents any warnings issued to a student.
For ongoing repeated breaches or a significant major breach of the Student Code of Conduct, resulting in the students’ termination in the program, there will be NO refunds.
The Snowsports Code of Conduct is applicable from the date of the acceptance of this notification which needs to be completed by the Thursday 2 April 2026 and emailed to: sally.bourke@smgs.nsw.edu.au.
If you have any queries regarding the Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct, please contact one of the following members of staff:
Mrs Sally Bourke Director of Sport
Mr
Tim Bland Head of Middle and Senior School
Mrs Kim Whitehead Head of Junior School
4 Parent, Carer & Student Declaration & Acceptance of the Terms
& Conditions of the SA Program Code of Conduct
Parent/Carer Declaration & Acceptance of the Terms & Conditions of the Snowsports Academy Program Code of Conduct
I _____________________________ (parent/carer name) parent/carer of _____________________ (student name) have read and understood the SMGS Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct and agree to the stated terms and conditions of my child participating in the Snowsports Academy program.
I understand that repeated breaches or a significant major breach of the SMGS Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct as assessed and determined by program staff in consultation with a member of the School Executive, and after conducting a procedurally fair and reasonable enquiry, may result in the student having their position terminated.
Unless otherwise advised in writing, a student cannot participate in the Snowsports Academy without the return of this acknowledgement.
Parent/Carer Signature: ___________________________________ Date:
Student Declaration & Acceptance of the Terms & Conditions of the Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct
(We encourage student’s to also sign the Student Declaration to ensure awareness of the expectations and requirements of participating on tour).
I _____________________________ (student name) am aware of the Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct and have read, understood and agree to the stated terms and conditions of participating in the program.
I understand that repeated breaches or a significant major breach of the SMGS Snowsports Academy Code of Conduct as assessed and determined by program
staff in consultation with a member of the School Executive and after conducting a procedurally fair and reasonable enquiry, may result in my position being terminated in the program.
Student Signature: ________________________________________
Date:_____________