At Covenant Christian School there are many occasions and events where students may be photographed or recorded, including the celebration of student participation and achievement, to showcase learning programs, or to document a student’s learning journey. The safety and privacy of our students is our priority, and whilst we have previously used an ‘opt-out’ approach in regards to the use and publication of photographs and recordings of students, in line with best practice we now require parents and students over the age of 15 to ‘opt-in’. This marks a change in our process and what we require from all parents/carers.
Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the Collection, Use and Disclosure of Images of Students policy which clearly sets out the various ways in which Covenant Christian School is seeking to collect, use and disclose photographs and videos of your child.
Below is a copy of the annual consent form that we require all parents/carers to complete. The purpose of this form is to seek your consent for the collection, use and disclosure of photographs and videos of your child. This form can be used for up to four (4) children, and if your child is over the age of 15, they are required to give their consent in addition to yours. You can withdraw or change your consent at any time by completing another consent form and returning it to the Office.
If you haven't done so already, please complete the Consent Form for the Publication of Images of Students and return it to the Office ASAP. Students may obtain a hard copy of the consent form from the Office. All forms may be returned by your child to the Office or can be scanned and emailed to admin@covenant.nsw.edu.au. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Privacy Officer via the Office.