Student Attendance

If a student is absent over 30 % of the semester than the student is not allowed to give the examinations. Exceptions will be for days in which a student is admitted to a hospital.

Behavior

Elementary students are taught to follow the classroom and the playground rules. The teachers use a variety of techniques in modifying a student’s behavior. Physical punishment is not used. If negative behavior becomes frequent or is extreme, the Principal becomes involved and the parents are called for a conference. Excessive negative behavior may result in suspension or dismissal.

Class Parties

Students enjoy class parties to celebrate holidays and special occasions. Parents are often asked to contribute food items to make these days festive.

Class Teas

Every September, elementary classes hold an open house or “Class Tea”. These are important events where teachers explain their program to the parents in detail. It’s also a social time when parents get a chance to meet each other.

Communication

The Principal’s newsletter is distributed to all school families. The newsletter contains valuable information about forthcoming events, special programs, trips, meetings, and activities. This newsletter is an important link between school and home.

Conference / Appointments with Faculty

Elementary parent conferences are held at the end of the first quarter and third quarter. However, parents and teachers may meet at any time during the school year. Parents interested in setting up a conference should write a note to the teacher, or send a message through the email, or website.

Parents are encouraged to keep in touch with teachers and/or administration. However, appointments should be made via personal notes, or phone calls. Classes should not be interrupted.

Field Trips

Field trips are an integral part of the school program. Students chaperoned by teachers, advisors and parents visit archaeological, historical, industrial, and geophysical sites to enrich their classroom knowledge in various subject areas. The trips are one of the highlights of the school’s academic and social program. A signed parental permission form is required for all field trips.

Homework

In our school we consider homework to be an essential element in your child’s learning. Through homework your child is able to:

§ Practice and refine skills.

§ Be prepared for the next class meeting.

§ Learn to plan and budget time.

§ Apply learning to different practical situations.

§ Complete long-range projects.

§ Help the student develop responsibility, independence, self-discipline, strong study skills, and positive work habits.

Homework Responsibilities

The responsibility for completing homework rests primarily with the student.

Student responsibilities include:

· Completing assignments on time and to the best of his/her ability.

· Assuming responsibility for completing work missed when absent.

· Scheduling school and non-school activities to allow successful completion of homework.

· Being sure the assignments are written down and clear before leaving school each day.

· Asking for help from a parent only when needed.

Parent responsibilities include:

· Establishing with the student a specific agreement concerning time and place to do homework.

· Providing an appropriate physical and psychological climate to complete homework (It should be quiet and well lit.)

· Monitoring and assisting when asked, but not doing the homework

· Initiating communication with the teacher when concerns arise.

Teacher responsibilities include:

· Providing meaningful learning tasks that support and supplement work introduced in class.

· Evaluating and returning all assigned homework in a timely manner.

· Monitoring student assignments.

· Communicating with parents when concerns arise.