English International School - KinshasaLearning is Light from God

Rules and Regulations

The following school rules and regulations apply to student actions at any time when under the supervision and guidance of school personnel. Please read these policies over very carefully, and discuss them with your children and students.

Abiding by School and Class Rules:

• When moving on school property, walk calmly and slowly. With the exception of Physical Education or organized Recess Period activities, there is to be absolutely no running, helping to prevent needless accidents.
• Hallways, restrooms, and class lines should be reasonably orderly to prevent disturbing classes which are in session. Pencils, pens, crayons and markers should be left in classroom when visiting restrooms. Proper hallway behavior and care, including litter prevention, are expected.
• During morning arrival and afternoon dismissal, orderly student hallway procedures should be consistently followed using bell signals and any assigned monitors’ directions.
• Class “group” lines should generally walk on the right side of the school hallways to provide for a uniform traffic flow.

School Working Hours:

• School starts at 8 20 am and closes at 1 40 pm. Students must be in school at 8 15 and must be picked up from school before 2 00 pm. The school takes no responsibility for children who stay beyond 2 00 pm. Duty teachers will take care of the children only until 2 00 pm.

School Hallways and Restrooms:

• When moving on school property, walk calmly and slowly. With the exception of Physical Education or organized Recess Period activities, there is to be absolutely no running, helping to prevent needless accidents.
• Hallways, restrooms, and class lines should be reasonably orderly to prevent disturbing classes which are in session. Pencils, pens, crayons and markers should be left in classroom when visiting restrooms. Proper hallway behavior and care, including litter prevention, are expected.
• During morning arrival and afternoon dismissal, orderly student hallway procedures should be consistently followed using bell signals and any assigned monitors’ directions.
• Class “group” lines should generally walk on the right side of the school hallways to provide for a uniform traffic flow.

Classrooms:

• Come to class prepared with all the materials you need and be ready to begin work on time. When students enter a classroom, it should be done in an orderly manner. Students should take their seats and prepare for their next lesson, and not exit until dismissed by a teacher.
• During class lessons, excellent behavior is always expected. Raise your hand politely and wait to be called upon if you wish to speak during a class lesson. If the class is involved in an informal discussion, take turns with others when speaking. Give your full attention to the teacher or student who is speaking, and allow other students to concentrate on their work. Behave in a manner that does not disrupt classroom learning or the operation of the school.

Cafeteria/Playground:

• Lunch periods at school are to be conducted in an orderly manner with socializing permitted at a normal conversational level. Respect and good manners are expected; the directions of the supervisory teachers and aides should be followed with respect.
• The directions of the duty teachers on the School Playground should be carefully followed. Energetic play should happen outdoors only, and only with respect for others’ well-being. No rough play will be permitted. Running on the School Playground is permitted in organized activities with the permission of duty teachers. Play is limited to designated areas, and students should stay within sight of an adult. Unless otherwise directed, parking lots and public roads are off limits.

Class Assignments:

• Homework and classwork assignments should be completed neatly, carefully, and on time. Students should work to their full potential. If a child experiences difficulty in completing an assignment with “good cause”, the child’s parent should explain the situation to the principal with a short note or phone call. The principal in consultation with the teacher may decide to excuse the student, allowing extra time to complete the assignment.

Attendance:

• Students should never leave the school campus during school working hours for any reason unless they are accompanied by a parent, guardian or school faculty member, after being properly “signed-out” at the School Office.
• Students are required to attend school faithfully. Tardiness and the early dismissal of students are discouraged. A student is considered tardy after attendance is taken in the morning. Students should be removed from school early only when a reasonable situation prevents the child from attending school for the entire day. Early dismissals interrupt both the child’s education and other students in class.
• Whenever a student is tardy or absent from school for any reason, a note should be sent to school the day the child returns explaining the cause. This regulation is a legal protection for each child and his/her parents.

Respect for School and Personal Property:

• Be respectful of others’ belongings, using them only with permission. A student who steals or damages any property not belonging to him/her may be required to make appropriate restitution. Though the school manages a “lost-and-found” area, students are strongly encouraged to take good care of their personal belongings. Parents should mark a child’s special belongings with name and phone number.
• Use equipment and materials in school for their intended purposes only. Students will be held accountable for proper care of school books, educational materials, and their classrooms. Keep your work areas litter-free.

Prohibited in School:

• Students are not permitted to bring chewing gum into the school building or on school grounds to prevent the litter it causes.
• Refrain from the possession or use of any illegal drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products. Failure to respect this regulation may have legal consequences resulting in suspension or expulsion.
• Gambling, immorality, disrespectful or profane language will not be tolerated in the school or on school grounds.
• Use of cell phones during school hours is prohibited.

Honesty and Respect for Others:

• Honesty, respect and trust are student virtues highly valued and encouraged by the Schools community. Treat others with kindness, respect and courtesy. Make other students feel welcome with your friends.
• Settle disagreements with others through discussion, asking for help if you need it. Touch others and speak to others in kindness only. Refrain from aggressive or threatening behavior toward fellow students, teachers or other school staff. Fighting or rough play are strictly prohibited in school. If a child experiences a problem with another child, s/he should notify the nearest teacher or aide immediately. Children should be instructed in ways to avoid getting involved in conflicts.

Dress Code:

• Students should respect and abide by the dress policies adopted by the school. Student grooming or dress which presents a health or safety hazard, interferes with the educational program, causes excessive wear of damage to school property, blocks vision or restricts movement is prohibited. Neatness and cleanliness are encouraged.

Transportation:

• School regulations concerning bus conduct and school bus safety should be consistently followed. It is recommended that these policies be periodically discussed at home and in the classroom.

Any situation which is not covered in these general rules and regulations will be considered a matter of professional discretion by the School Principal and faculty, considering current school regulations and policies. Each English International School regulation is designed to encourage safety, respect, cooperation, order and a positive learning climate.