Student Code of Conduct - HTS

Student Code of Conduct - HTS

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT 2021 - 22

The motto of the school is TOGETHER WE LEARN AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Our Vision To create curious learners as responsible citizens, who in turn make a positive contribution towards the society.

Our Mission Creating a better future for all the children, by making learning a fun-filled activity, thus developing curiosity through holistic, value-based and play-based or activity-based, quality education that will help in creating leaders, possessing the capacity to make a positive contribution towards the society, thus, translating the vision into reality.

The School Rules And Regulations (Students’ Code of Conduct)

Punctuality And Discipline • All students must come to the school in time. The latecomers will not be allowed to enter the school in case late coming becomes a habit. • The bell before the assembly is a signal for the students to go to the assembly in a disciplined manner in time.

The price of excellence is discipline. Excellence is a journey and discipline is the vehicle. Self-discipline is the magic power that makes one virtually unstoppable. The school rules are the code of conduct for the students and the students are expected to adhere to the code of conduct mentioned therein. Noncompliance with the school rules shall lead to serious consequences. A safe, caring and orderly school is the foundation for a successful learning environment. This Code of Conduct supports socially responsible behavior and allows members of the school community to be fully informed of the common expectations for student’s behavior. With this belief, a set of guidelines in the form of rules and regulations are framed for the students to follow religiously and adopt the same as their way of life. These guidelines will help the students to emerge as confident, promising, and polished individuals who develop the capacity to make a positive contribution towards the society.

• Change of classroom between periods should be done in silence and in an orderly manner in time.

• Hair cut and clipping of nails at regular intervals is mandatory.

• Students who miss classes are responsible for making up the missed learning time.

Appropriate Behaviour

behavior and conduct. Use of abusive language/passing filthy or vulgar comments will invite stern action immediately.

• Shouting or whistling is not allowed in or around the school building.

• All students should greet their teachers whenever they meet them. No student should use any foul language against any teacher, visitor, or guest of the school.

• Other than textbooks or library books, no books, magazines, or papers should be brought to the school without prior permission of the teacher. • It is not advisable to bring valuable articles like expensive watches, cameras, mobile phones, or any electronic gadgets and jewelry to school Lending or borrowing money or valuable articles is strictly prohibited. In case of any loss, the school will not be responsible.

• The school reserves the right to terminate any student whose conduct is a bad example for other children.

• During periods no student is allowed to leave the class without the teacher’s permission.

• No student is allowed to visit the canteen during the periods.

• No student should bring any weapon or sharp articles to the school.

• For availing the services of the Medical Room, a student is supposed to get written permission (except in exigency) from the concerned Subject/Class Teacher in his/her Almanac.

• No student is allowed to enter/come to school on a motorcycle or scooter. Students coming to school by bicycle should refrain from double or triple riding. Students must not ride the bicycle in the school compound. • Students who come to school under the care of a guardian/caretaker should never leave the school before they arrive to take them back. In case of delay, they should report to the school oce.

• Any kind of gathering/celebration in the classroom/canteen or anywhere in or around the school campus is not allowed.

• The ALMANAC and the Prayer book is to be brought to the school by the student every day.

• A student will be asked to change ALMANAC or the Prayer-book on tearing o any of its pages or improper maintenance. It will invite a fine of ` 100/- (One Hundred) for the issue of new (second) ALMANAC or if ALMANAC is found without a photograph of the student. Third & subsequent ALMANAC if used for loss or any other reason will invite a fine of ` 200/- (Two Hundred) each. • Students are asked to minimize public displays of aection. These may be inappropriate to the school setting and can be addressed by any student or sta member.

• Those who commute alone must never roam around on the way but return to the home straight without delay.

• Students are warned not to buy any eatables from the street vendors.

• Students should be very polite wherever they go. They should always remember that the school is judged by their

Respect For School Property And Careful Use And Return Of School Materials And Equipmen • Students are expected to take good care of textbooks or school resources signed out in the student's name. There should be no damage to school resources, property, or equipment. If such damage creates an expense to the school, then the person who does the damage will be expected to reimburse the school for costs. • Students should also respect the property and rights of the people who live in the neighborhood of the school or those people we come in contact with through our many o-site activities. • Care must be taken of the school property and no one is allowed to scratch or spoil the desks and chairs or damage any school furniture, write or draw anything on the walls, or in any way damage any article belonging to others.

Uniform

• Students must come to school in neat and clean uniforms only. This rule applies even when they come to school for any purpose other than attending classes or even after school hours. Scribbling on a uniform or its improper wearing is not acceptable.

• All school appointees should wear their respective badges daily.

• It is compulsory for students to wear lab coats/apron during practical periods in Laboratory. Otherwise, student(s) will not be allowed to do practicals, and simultaneously a fine of ` 100/- only will be imposed. • Photograph in school uniform only will be accepted for attestation, use in Identity Card, or be printed in the School Bulletin.

• Damage done even by accident or mistake should be reported immediately to the class teacher.

• House Uniform is compulsory on the day of the House Games.

• Any student who notices something damaged should report to the teacher even if he/she does not know who has done it.

Supervision All sta (teaching and non-teaching) have a general supervision responsibility during school time and at any school function, whether on formal duty or not, and students are required to comply with this authority. School rules apply at all school functions even when they occur o school grounds or outside of the regular school day. Students are also reminded that they may be held responsible for the school from the time they leave home before school until the time they arrive home after school. Work Ethics Students are expected to present their own work in class and homework assignments. Using another person's work and presenting it as their own is a form of cheating, If another person's ideas are used, credit must be given to the person. Plagiarism will result in consequences determined by the teacher and/or administrator and may include loss of marks for the assignment. Dres ’ s Code During School Functions A school is a place of business. Students and their parents are expected to support a learning environment where attire is appropriate. Articles of clothing that promote or that are too revealing are not permitted. Students wearing such clothing will be asked to go home and change if they do not have suitable clothing at school. Use Of Cell Phones And Camera In School • Cell phones will not be allowed within the school premises. Misuse of personal electronic devices may result in confiscation of the device by the administrator for the school day. The school will not be responsible or liable for lost, stolen, or missing electronic devices. • Photographing people at school or at school functions using still or video cameras can be a privacy issue and should not be done without appropriate permission.

Attendance, Leave Rules, And Withdrawal Rules • Every student must have at least 80% attendance to appear in the Half Yearly or the Annual Examination. Those who fail to fulfill this criterion will be debarred. Request from the defaulter in this regard will not be entertained. However, a certificate will be awarded for 100% attendance on the basis of the total attendance in an academic year.

• Students who miss classes are responsible for making up the missed learning time.

• No re-examination will be held for the student who remains absent in the Half Yearly/Annual Assessments.

• No student will be allowed to leave the school campus during school hours. However, in case of emergency, the parent /authorized guardian as per the Parents’ Declaration should come to school with an application explaining the reason to take the ward. • Student’s absence without Principal’s written permission or unexplained absence for five consecutive days is not acceptable and needs to be supported with valid reasons and related documents.

• A clear calendar month’s notice is required before a student is withdrawn from the school.

• Transfer Certificate will not be issued until and unless all the dues of the school are settled.

Security And Safety

• Students are expected to refrain from any act, including verbal or written comments, that disrupts the good order of the school.

• Habits like gaming, placing bets, and wagering money are not appropriate school activities. Strict Action In Case Of Inappropriate Habits In School • Use of alcohol, drugs, inappropriate language or racism, or bullying by the students will not be accepted in school or in the school neighborhood. Litter • The school environment should be neat and litter-free. • Students should look after their litter by putting it in the nearest garbage can or recycling container and encourage others to do the same.

• Jokes or pranks that may be seen as a threat to security and safety will be addressed as a serious issue. “I was just kidding” is no defense once the damage is done. • Every student, regardless of the peer group, has the right to feel safe at school. Any acts of harassment, discrimination, intimidation, threats of any type (physical, emotional, verbal or sexual, including bullying, cyberbullying, physical violence, or retribution against a person who has reported an incident) are unacceptable. • All visitors to the school must rst report to the main oce upon arrival and ll in a slip with personal details and the purpose of the visit in order to safeguard students and sta.

Instigators Or Spectators

Use Of Appropriate Language

• The daily endeavor of students, and all school activities, should take place without interference or disruption.

• Language used by all members of the school community should be respectful and polite.

• Students who encourage, support, or promote acts of intimidation, harassment, or violence either by direct action or by spectating are subject to school disciplinary action.

• Any communication that is disrespectful or demeaning to others, including lying, inappropriate or profane language, is unacceptable.

• This can include activities that occur during or after school hours, on or o school property.

Expected behavior through self-disciplining

Acceptable Use of Internet Technology

Becoming A Responsible Student • Students are expected to inform a sta member of incidents of bullying, harassment, and intimidation as well as of any knowledge related to possession of weapons or illegal substances. • Any student who is involved in, observes, or knows about an emergency situation at school, or at a school function, should contact the nearest sta member as soon as possible to report the details of the event. In these cases, the sta will take all reasonable steps to prevent retaliation against a student who has reported a breach in the Code of Conduct. School Administrators and counselors will review these reports and do everything possible to find a solution.

• School computers and internet resources used carefully and wisely can provide important avenues of learning for students.

• Inappropriate uses of Internet communications including the sending of threatening or harassing comments or cyberbullying are unacceptable. Any such incident will be addressed as a very serious issue. • Students will only publish their own personal information if related to curricular activities and parent/guardian’s consent is given. • Students will not publish other people's personal information. For example, name, location, phone number, images, video, work, username, or other personal information.

Carrying Dangerous Objects

Leadership Role

• As students move through their years in secondary school, they are expected to assume increasing responsibility and self-discipline.

• Students who bring dangerous objects to school are subject to suspension from school.

• Weapon replicas may also be considered as weapons and will be dealt with accordingly.

• Students are expected to take on more of a leadership role and to serve as role models.

• Students will be given numerous opportunities to make decisions and improve the school community and environment.

Hiranandani Trust School ’ s Mantra Towards The Modification Of Student ’ s Behavior

Parent ’ s Role

• The school has the responsibility to advise parents of unacceptable behavior demonstrated by the student.

Empowerment not Punishment

Empowerment not punishment is the mantra at Hiranandani Trust School, Panvel.

• We expect that parents and the school sta will work together to bring about a change in student’s behavior and that eorts will be made in this regard. • In some cases, parents of a second party (e.g. a victim) will also be contacted and informed of an investigation into another student's conduct. • Parents are requested to co-operate with the school, rather than defending their ward in case of any wrongdoing on part of the student so that we work towards the benefit of the students unitedly.

The fact is, Discipline is only punishment when imposed by someone else. When one disciplines oneself, it’s not punishment but empowerment. At HTS we aim at developing the qualities mentioned below by means of self-motivation and self-disciplining and refraining from punishing the students.

We believe in positive reinforcements rather than punishing the students for their unacceptable acts and behavior.

Parents’ support and cooperation with the school are of utmost importance for the benefit of the students.

Self-disciplining Targets

• Not breaking bounds • Avoiding disobedience • Refrain from telling lies • Refrain from bunking class/assembly • Creating indiscipline inside the class/school • Coming out of class without permission • Using unfair means in the examination

• Not wearing the proper uniform • Refrain from coming late to school • Refrain from damaging school property • Caring for their own belongings • Not using any electronic device, mobile phone, camera, or valuable things within the school premises

We will appreciate and reward the students at the end of the academic year who use self-motivation and self-disciplining techniques constantly to modify their own behavior. Conclusion

For a student, in case of any record of the imposition of fine/issuance of warning/suspension

• The student will not be eligible for any leadership role.

• Will not be eligible for rewards or awards.

• Three warnings/suspension may lead to the expulsion of the oending student from the school on disciplinary grounds.

• On the imposition of fine or suspension a badge holder student may lose his/her decoration.

• A Student caught using unfair means in any Test/Examination, once fined or suspended on the disciplinary ground will not be eligible for any badge/appointment in the next session.

• in case students show improvement in his/her behavior will be rewarded.

IN NAVI MUMBAI, ACADEMIC YEAR 2019 - 20 UNDER AWARDED BEST PRE-SCHOOL THE NATIONAL EXCELLENCE EDUCATION AWARDS, 2020

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