Student Handbook 2015-16.pdf

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  WELCOME:

  Dear Students and Parents,

  Welcome!

  This handbook was developed as a resource for students and parents to explain the policies, rules, and regulations governing all students at Rowad AlKhaleej Girls School. Parents are expected to help school staff to effectively communicate information from this handbook to students. Please take time to become familiar with the contents of this handbook. The information included below is important and it will make the school year easier for the students. If you have questions about information in this handbook, please contact the school’s director. We wish you all the best. Sincerely, The Administration

MISSION STATEMENT

  Rowad Al Khaleej International School aims to empower students to think creatively, to value diversity, to pursue a passion for learning and to contribute positively to society, while continuing to embrace the values of society.

  We are committed:

   To educate the whole child in a caring and nurturing environment  To foster the growth of lifelong learners  To inspire students to be all they can be through their quest for knowledge

  Our Challenge is:

   To be a school community that embraces diversity and strives to provide an academically challenging environment in order to foster intellectual curiosity and a sense of responsibility in our students  To create balanced service-oriented citizens who are thereby prepared to make a positive contribution in a globally competitive world  To deliver the highest quality educational program to all who join our school community

  Belief statements:

  We believe students learn best and more successfully when; 1. The learning environment is safe and secure.

  2. Cultural differences are honored.

  3. Learning is authentic and related to the changing world.

  4. Education is the shared responsibility of the entire school community.

  5. Students are empowered as educational risk takers and self-directed learners.

  6. Articulated outcomes are clear, obtainable, and measurable.

  7. Learning extends beyond the classroom.

  8. The school climate is positive and nurturing.

9. Every decision reflects students’ best interests.

  10. Respect is fundamental.

  Code of Conduct & School Rules

  Good behavior and discipline are key foundations for a good education. Without an orderly atmosphere, effective teaching and learning cannot take place. We expect and insist on the highest standards of behavior throughout our school. Courtesy, good manners and consideration for others, together with self-discipline and a proper respect for authority, are encouraged at all times and are important if we are to make our school a true, caring community. We place great emphasis on praising children for politeness and kindness towards others. Head teacher Awards are given for outstanding work and actions.

  All students are expected to make a full contribution to the school and support the positive endeavors of all its’ members. Rules are essential for the benefit of all in any community and we try to keep these as simple as possible, but we do expect them to be kept. They are:

   Students should behave in a responsible manner and are expected to do what they are told, when they are told, whilst under our care.  Consideration, courtesy and respect should be shown at all times.  Students must respect the authority of staff and of senior pupils entrusted by staff with particular responsibilities.  The school is often judged by the appearance of its pupils so all pupils are expected to be familiar with and adhere to the dress code

   Everyone should always try to understand other people’s point of view  Students are expected to make it as easy as possible for everyone to learn and for the teacher to teach, whether this takes place inside or outside the classroom.

   Students should always show friendship, kindness and care to others.  Students should be sensible and quiet when in school.  Students should always speak politely to each other and all adults.  Students should be silent whenever they are required to be.  The school should be kept clean and tidy so that it can be a welcoming place of which we can be proud.

   Students should take pride in their appearance and possessions and have respect for other people.  Students should remember that the school’s reputation depends on the way they behave.  Students should make every effort to attend every day and be punctual.  Parental permission is essential for ‘leave’ and for permission to travel in any car. Term dates are always published well in advance; parents and pupils are given a term calendar with details of meetings, and school events.

  These rules are designed for the safety of all children:  There must be no running in the school building.

   Climbing on walls, gates and fences is not allowed.

  Arrival and Departure Morning Arrival:

  Beginning August 23, 2015, all students in Nursery, PreK, KG, Grade 1 boys and girls, Grade 2 boys and girls, and Grade 3 boys as well as the faculty and staff serving those grades will enter the school through Gate #2.

  Grade #1 is reserved for boys’ section students and buses. Beginning August 23, 2015, all female students in Grade 3 through Grade 12 shall enter the school through the new building entrance. THEY MAY NOT ENTER THROUGH GATE #2. NO EXCEPTIONS.

  COMMUNICATION

  Communication between teacher and parents will be through a weekly newsletter, e- mails, phone calls, written notes and Skyward.

  Skyward Skyward is a web-based student information system. Parents registered in the

  Skyward Family Access program will be able to view their student's grades, assignments, class messages, attendance, and communicate with teachers, as well as other staff. This access is available to parents/guardians of all students.

  Where to go:

   For Classroom issues, please contact home room teacher  For Academic issues, please contact the grade level Vice Principal  For Behavior issues, please contact the School Counselor  For Management issues, please contact the School Director or School Principal

  Getting Started

  Skyward can be accessed at

  

  Please bookmark the site for easy access. Your new username and password shall be requested from the school administration. In the event you have a problem accessing Skyward, please contact your child's school for assistance.

  Frequently Asked Questions

   I have more than one student in the schools, will I need multiple

  passwords?

  No. Using one user name and password, you can access records for all of your students, even if they are attending different schools.

   Can other people see my child's personal information on Family

  Access?

  Family Access is password protected. As long as you keep your password safe, it is highly unlikely that anyone else will be able to access or view your child's personal information.

HOMEWORK POLICY

  Rowad AlKhaleej International Schools (RAIS) believe that homework is an important part of the educational program for students and should be assigned on a regular basis. Homework assignments should be purposeful continuations or extensions of the instructional program and appropriate to the student's developmental level. Homework should help students become responsible, self-directed learners, improve their academic achievement, and provide reinforcement opportunities.

  Since each student spends a major part of each weekday in class and there are other valuable experiences to be gained outside school, homework shall be planned carefully and evaluated periodically regarding its appropriateness. It is assumed by the school rules that homework will be done by students outside of school hours. The amount of such work required of students shall increase as grade levels increase and shall be commensurate with abilities and course content. As a general rule, minimal times to complete the homework are:

  Pre-K and Kindergarten Discretion of teacher, but not to succeed 30 minutes Grades1-3 1 hour per subject Grades 4-6 1 hour and 30 minutes per subject (not to exceed two core subjects) Grades 7-12 2 hours per subject (not to exceed two core subjects a night)

LOST AND FOUND

  Lost items are placed in a container located on campus near the Receptionist. Lost items should be reported immediately to the teacher, so that we may have a chance of recovering the item(s). All unclaimed items are donated to charity at the end of each quarter. Note: Please put your

  child’s name on their belongings. BOOK POLICY

  Students have received all of his/her books and we expect that he/she will take good care of them during the school year. Students should take care of all books; consumable and non-consumable. Teacher will check out books to students. Each consumable book will be numbered. The student will write his/her name and the condition of the book on the inside cover (for grades 1-3 the teacher will do this.)

  All student non-consumable books should be returned back to school in excellent condition by the end of each quarter, semester, or at the end of the school year as directed. If the book is lost or damaged (written on, torn or liquid spilled on it), the student will have to pay the full cost + shipping to replace the damaged or lost book. Students will not receive their end-of-year report cards until all non- consumable books are returned or paid for.

STUDENTS RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  Rowad Al Khaleej International School recognizes the rights of individuals and promotes self-expression and freedom of thought and will, as long as they do not interfere with the rights of others. Student rights or privileges bear corresponding responsibilities. Students neglecting responsibilities may be denying rights and privileges to others.

  Code of Conduct and School Values Value Student Rights Student Responsibility Safety & Health

   To be offered a safe and secure school environment  Demonstrate and practice safe behavior toward students, teachers, staff and school property  Report unsafe behavior  Follow staff instructions  To enter and exit in orderly manner  To have healthy food

  Positive Environment

   To be encouraged to succeed  To be shown appreciation for my efforts

   To always do my best  To contribute to a positive and fun learning environment  To be accepting of others  To avoid participating in bullying, harassing or misbehaving towards other students

  Responsibility

   To use internet and other school properties to improve my learning process  To attend my classes on time  To accept responsibility of my actions  Not to use internet for purposes other than educational research  To keep school property tidy

  Excellence

   To receive high- quality education  To work hard to improve myself, my grades, and my relationships with others  To be prepared for class, participate in classroom activities and complete my given assignments

  Caring

   To be protected from any risk that may be caused by school property, students or staff  To receive basic medical treatment

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  R ATTENDANCE

  When children are absent from school, they miss quality instruction time, interaction with teachers and students and miss valuable lessons that cannot be made up with a test or make up homework. If your child is absent, you are responsible to make sure he/she make up the work missed. Students with unexcused absences during a test or quiz will not be retested and will receive a “0” (zero) for the missed work.

  Absent or Late to School

  If your child will be absent or arrives late, please call the school’s receptionist. If your child is not at school, and the school has not received notice of absence, the school will call the parent or guardian. It is your responsibility to call the school by 7:00 a.m each day.

  When reporting an absence, please include the following information:  Child’s name  Date of absence(s)  Reason for absence  Teacher's name  Grade and section

• Please note: Failure to do so can be considered an unexcused absence. Below with describe in detail what is considered as unexcused and the consequences of unexcused absences.

  School-wide Absence Procedures

   A student is considered tardy if he/she arrives after 7:15. No exceptions.  A student is considered absent for half a day if he/she misses more than 90 minutes at the start or end of a school day.

   A student is considered absent for a full day if he/she misses three or more hours of the school day.  A student is also considered absent for a half a day if he/she arrives at school but is picked up within 2 hours before school lets out.  A doctor’s note will be required for absences that extend beyond three consecutive days or ten total absences due to medical reasons. If a doctor’s note is not provided within three days of the request, the absences will be considered unexcused.

   Students in grades 9-12 attendance are counted per class.

  Time of Arrival

  Our school day begins at 7:10 a.m . and ends at 2:35 p.m . for grades K through

  12. Students will not be permitted into the school building before 6:45 a.m . If the student arrives after 7:15 , s/he needs to report to the office to sign-in. Students are expected to be in school for homeroom /assembly by 7:15 a.m . If they arrive to school after 7:15 a.m . they are considered tardy to school. Arriving at school after the start of the day will affect the student’s attendance record. If a student is habitually tardy this will be reflected in his/her attendance and may affect his/her grades and jeopardizes their continued enrollment.

• Please note: Always leave your home early so that heavy traffic does not make your child late!

  Absence Policy

  Whenever your child is absent from school, please call the reception by 7:00 a.m. on the day of the absence or any time before the day of the absence and leave a message with your child's full name, the reason for the absence, anticipated date(s) of absence, the teacher's name, and your child’s grade and section. An excused absence includes:

   Documented illness or injury  Bereavement/family funeral  Extraordinary family circumstances (excused at the discretion of the Principal)

  

An unexcused absence is not covered by the aforementioned definition. Examples

  of an unexcused absence may include, but may not be limited to:  Repetitive or chronic absence or tardiness due to illness or injury not documented by a doctor or other medical professional  Chronic tardiness due to family, driver or traffic issues  Absence on test or quiz days  Family vacations or traveling before or after a scheduled school holiday documented absences  Non-emergency family situations

  If a student has...

  Five (5) or more days absent, parents must obtain a doctor's note and submit - it to the school.

Seven (7) absences (excused or unexcused), a letter of warning will be

• issued to parents reminding them of the school's attendance policy, and that they will be contacted to schedule a meeting should absences approach 10 days.
• Ten (10) absences (excused or unexcused) a parent conference will be scheduled to discuss the attendance policy and to develop a proactive attendance plan.

  Fifteen (15) absences (in disregard of the personal attendance plan) an -

  attendance hearing will be held with the parents, administrators, and counselor. Students could possibly fail the semester to which they have accumulated these amounts of absences.

  Twenty-five (25) absences or more in a year could result in retention - or expulsion.

  Family Vacations

  Parents and students are reminded that Rowad AlKhaleej International School requires compulsory attendance for all students. We strongly discourage family

  vacations when school is in session. This includes returning late from vacations, leaving prior to vacations and starting school later than scheduled o r ending the year earlier than scheduled. In addition to compromising the

  attendance, family vacations interrupt the educational process of each course in ways that make-up work cannot reverse. In addition, it may impede the progress of

  the entire class.

• Teachers are not required to give out homework assignments prior to a family vacation.

  Tardy and Early Dismissal Policies Tardy:

  Children who arrive to the classroom after 7:15 must stop in the office, accompanied by an adult, to sign in. A child not in the classroom at 7:15 a.m. for homeroom, according to the school office clock, is considered absent. Students arriving late to school must report to the main office with a parent or guardian to be signed in, or the parent must call the school to explain why they are late. A student will not be admitted to class otherwise until a parent has been contacted.

  An excused tardy includes:

   Traffic accident  Illness  Car problems on the way to school

  

An unexcused tardy is not covered by the aforementioned definition. Examples of

  an unexcused tardy may include, but may not be limited to: Repetitive or chronic tardiness, over sleeping, heavy traffic, non-emergency family situations

  Tardy Consequences:

   3 late arrivals will be considered as one absence- work and/or instruction missed may be made up at recess.  After 3 late arrivals - Letter home  After 5 late arrivals – Conference with the parent and student  Habitual tardiness will not be tolerated

  Early Dismissal:

  If a student needs to be dismissed early, please come to the office. One of our staff members will call your child’s classroom and your child will meet you in the main office. Please sign your child out before leaving the building. Please do not go

  directly to the classroom. Please refer to the school-wide absences procedure

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  Changing Dismissal Routine:

  If your child's normal dismissal routine is to be altered on a particular day, please send a note to the classroom teacher describing the change and who will meet your child at school, if someone is to do so. If a child does not have a note and we cannot locate the parent, the child will be dismissed following the normal dismissal routine.

   Middle/High School (6-12) Attendance Requirements

  Due to the American High School Diploma Program (AHSDP) and accreditation requirements, RAIS requires 85% attendance rate for Middle and High School students. The philosophy of attendance underlying emphasis on classroom educational experience includes interaction with others to develop critical thinking, listening, speaking, collaboration, cooperation and behavioral skills and habits. This experience cannot be made up once it is missed and one that a homework assignment cannot duplicate. The planned daily questions and concerns of teachers and students alike can only take place when students are present and prepared for these experiences. With the above philosophy in mind, the following attendance policy is established, and will be enforced. High School course credit (in the Middle School attendance will directly affect promotion) may be withheld under the following conditions:

  A semester course credit- after thirteen (13) absences A full-year course credit- after twenty-five (25) absences

  Parents will receive notification when their child has been absent and the parents will be given an opportunity to attend an attendance hearing with the Principal accordingly:

   5 days = first notification

• – half year credit

   9 days = attendance hearing with parent

• – half year credit

   13 days = a loss of half a semester credit and recovery is needed  15 days = first notification

• – full year credit

   19 days = attendance hearing with parent

• – full year credit

  

For Middle School: The same notification applies, but after 25 absences, they will

fail the course and will have to repeat.

NOTE: In order to receive credit for attendance in a specific class, a student must be

  present for 30 minutes. Three tardiness (late) is equal to one absence. Attendance will be taken during homeroom and every period after that by the individual teachers.

  Statement of Objectives

  It shall be the requirements of Rowad Alkhaleej to have a comprehensive High School Attendance Policy which seeks to:

   Ensure the maintenance of an adequate and accurate record of attendance according to accreditation and AHSDP for all children enrolled in our Middle and High School.  Communicate any attendance concerns directly to parents and discuss those concerns with the student.  Encourage student attendance by communicating the attendance requirements clearly to students, parents and faculty.  Establish a practical mechanism to account for the whereabouts of all the children throughout the school day.  Decrease student absence and encouraging a higher attendance rate by recognition for perfect attendance

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADUATION

  The purpose of middle school graduation requirements is to establish rigorous standards of learning that will enable students to smoothly and cohesively transition into our American High School Diploma program (AHSDP) Middle school students (grades 6-8) are not on the credit system. They do not accumulate credits toward graduation from middle school to high school. They are, however, under certain restrictions as far as promotion is concerned.

  A student shall receive a diploma of graduation from the middle school if

proficiency and graduation requirements have been met by the end of the 8th

grade year.

   All graduation requirements must be met prior to the commencement exercise if students wish to participate in the graduation ceremony.  A student may also receive a diploma of graduation from the middle school by taking a remedial course(s) during the summer following the 8th grade year and passing schools proficiency test(s) or graduation requirements  Students must have 85% attendance rate for each grade level to be promoted to the next grade.

  Middle school promoted students should

   Have realized their individual goals and aspirations  Possess the attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to contribute positively and compete in a global society  Exercise the rights and responsibilities of citizenship; and enter high school prepared to meet and exceed the academic and school community activities.

  Demonstrated Mastery of Essential Competencies 1. Mastery shall be determined in accordance with the following criteria.

   A middle school student must take and pass the accepted curriculum of classes in order to move on to high school.  A middle school student is required to take and pass ALL "core" courses with at least 65%  In the event one of these core courses is failed for the entire year, that course must be made up during the summer before entering school in the following year through an accredited summer recovery program  If a course is failed for one semester, then the student will sit for a retest of her final for that failed semester in August and pass before she can be promoted.

   If a student fails two or more of the core courses, the student must recover the course in summer recovery or repeat the school year.  If a student enrolls with virtual middle school over the summer they must receive a passing grade in order to be promoted to the next grade.  Students who fail non-core subject will either sit an exam the beginning of the next year or complete and pass a specific project before the new academic year  Students who do not meet the attendance criteria will have to complete community service or an extra elective in order to be promoted. Students shall be promoted if they  Meet the requirements for the American High School Diploma Program  Have fulfilled any financial obligations  Meet other conditions, established by the school, stated in this document, which meet the standards of clarity, reasonableness, and justifiability.

  Early Learning Assessment Rubric Grade (K-3)

  4 Exceeds Grade level Expectation

  3 Meets Grade Level Expectation

  2 Approaches

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  1 Below grade Level Expectation Area of concern NA Other makings

  Demonstrates exceptional skill/concept development Applies learning to other subject areas independently

  Demonstrates skill/concept development appropriate for the grade level Applies learning to other subject areas with guidance

  Demonstrates skill/concept development that is below the grade level expectations Requires extra time, support, and/or practice

  Demonstrates skill/concept development that is significantly below the grade level expectations Requires extended time, support, and/or practice

  NA- Not assessed this quarter

• Please note that a 1 or 2 are not passing. Student must receive a mark of 3 for promotion.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION

  The purpose of high school graduation requirements is to establish rigorous standards of learning that will enable all our students to meet the vision of an Accredited Rowad Alkhaleej International Schools.

  High School Graduates:

   Have realized their individual goals and aspirations and have the tools to pursue them successfully.  Possess the attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to contribute

  Demonstrated Mastery of Essential Competencies:

  A 95-100

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  1.0 F Below 65

  1.3 D 65-66

  1.7 D+ 67-69

  2.0 C- 70-72

  2.3 C 73-77

  2.7 C+ 78-80

  3.0 B- 80-82

  3.3 B 83-86

  3.7 B+ 87-89

  4.0 A- 90-95

  24 Grades 4-12 Letter Percent GPA

  positively and compete in a global society.  Exercise the rights and responsibilities of citizenship; and pursue post- secondary education and/or careers without need for remediation.

  1 Total

  1 Electives

  2 Physical Education

  1 WL/PVA/CTE

  4 Information Tech.

  3 Islamic/Quran/Arabic

  4 Social Studies

  4 Science

  4 Math

  English

  Twenty-four (24) credits of the following courses.

• *Note: The minimum GPA for a high school graduate at Rowad AlKhaleej School is 1.7

  Students in high school must maintain at least a 1.7 from 9 ^th
• 12 ^th grade in order to graduate.
• Please see attendance requirement.

  1. Competencies are the basic standards of proficiency required of students who have completed course and credit requirements.

  2. Mastery shall be determined in accordance with the following criteria.

   Maintaining a minimum GPA of 1.7(70- 71)  Passing all core subjects with a minimum of 65%  Passing all non-core subjects with a minimum of 60%  Possessing an above basic ability to communicate effectively in English  Demonstrates the character of a global student in behavior and attitude*

  No more than one suspension -

• Has not been involved in any unseemly behavior
• Has not taken part in bullying, harassing, continuous fighting

  Defacing school or the property of others - Unacceptable disrespect to teachers and staff -

  (Any of these infractions can be redeemed prior to graduation at the administrations agreed discretion.)  Must have attendance of 85% (See absentee regulations)

3. Students who fail any of their core subjects will not be promoted until they have made up that credit course in a partnership with virtual high school during the summer or credit recovery during the next year.

   If students enroll with virtual high school over the summer they must receive a passing grade in order to be promoted to the next grade.  If students choose to take credit recovery, they will be promoted to the next grade once they show proof of enrollment. However, they will have to complete the 15-week recovery credit course and pass.

   After receiving credit for recovery, they will sit the final exam from the failed year to move on to the following year.  Students who fail non-core subject will either sit an exam the beginning of the next year or complete a project and pass.  Students who do not meet the attendance criteria will not be able to graduate until the hours are made up.

  Graduation Ceremony

  Commencement exercises may be scheduled any time after final exams for seniors

  th (12 graders).

  Students shall be permitted to participate in commencement exercises if they  meet the requirements for the American High School Diploma Program  have fulfilled any financial obligations

  

 Meet other conditions, established by the school, stated in this document,

which meet the standards of clarity, reasonableness, and justifiability.

  

In their senior year, each student will have the opportunity to sit for the SAT. Taking the SAT

will increase their chances of being accepted at their choice university.

• *Seniors will also have to complete a senior project that focuses on community service

  

and /or citizenship. This will help them to become empathetic, tolerant and globally

conscious citizens.

  Grades will be calculated as an accumulation of classwork, homework, lab, quizzes, participation, projects, Midterms and Finals, and attendance CLASS PARTIES Class parties are scheduled at the end of each academic school year. CAFETERIA

  Students should make every attempt to keep their eating areas clean and the duty teachers may appoint table “monitors” to be responsible for table cleanliness at lunch and break. Any break area that is usually untidy at the end of break may result in students being asked to clean the entire cafeteria.

DRESS CODE AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE

  All students are expected to conform to the RAIS uniform dress code. The uniform is:  Regulation Navy Blue pants slacks for boys.  Regulation Navy Blue skirts, jumpers or slacks for girls.  Regulation white polo shirt with logo. Shirts must be worn tucked in.

  Black or white sport shoes with non-marking soles and heels. No sandals for safety reasons.

  th  Physical Education uniforms are required for all grades (Pre-K to 12 grade).

   P.E. uniforms are blue, white or grey sports suits. No jeans or leggings.

  Students must were trainers or sports shoes for P.E. If students are not dress properly for P.E. they will receive an absence in that class for that day.  Girls’ hair is to be pulled back into a ponytail or a bun. No student is allowed to wear their hair out. This is for hygienic reasons as well as uniform.

   Boys’ hair is to be cut down and not longer than the earlobe. Boys who are wearing long hair will be sent home. This is for hygienic reasons as well as uniform.  No student is allowed to have long nails or wear nail polish. Students who wear long nails will be sent to the nurse’s office to clip their nails and remove nail polish.  No long or dangling earrings or distracting jewelry can be worn.

  Standards for dress and appearance: At RAIS, we expect extremely well dressed

  and well groomed students. The grooming of students is always of high priority as the appearance of the students reflects on the quality and standards of our school within our community. Student clothing is always expected to be in clean with our rips, tears and holes, and reasonable standards of neatness. Conforming to the school uniform will be enforced. Any form of dress outside of the accepted norms noted above

  will be brought to the attention of the parents and a change of clothing will be

  

required in order for the student to attend school or marked present. The same

  rules apply to clothing on non-uniform school days or at school activities. Clothing, which is in any way revealing, tight, immodest or distracting, will call for the student to not be able to participate in the activities.

  Students going on field trips from grades 6-12 must wear abayas and head scarves. If a student arrives on a field trip day, not dressed appropriately, they will not be allowed to attend.

  Classroom Placement Policy/procedure

  RAIS team of teachers, staff, and administration provide professional expertise and experience to create an optimal learning environment for the continuing academic and personal success of all students. Each classroom teacher completes individual student profiles with information pertaining to students' academics, behavior, social and emotional development, work habits, and leadership skills. Also considered are the combinations of students who do or do not work well together. The classroom teachers then work together as grade level teams to create the best possible classroom balance for the coming year. Once the classes have been formed, the administrative team randomly assigns a teacher to each group. In rare cases, changes are made to accommodate very specific needs of some children. Parent

  should not request a specific teacher. DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES OF THE SCHOOL

  The following consequential steps will be taken by the school when disciplinary infractions occur. The steps in dealing with student misbehaviors at RAIS are of a progressive nature in severity and will begin at different levels depending upon the severity of a particular infraction or if it is repeated. The levels of school consequences are: Level 1, 2, 3 and 4.

BEHAVIORAL INFRACTION CATEGORIES

  

Infraction

This chart applies to grades 4

• – 11 (Some similar consequences will apply to K – 3)

   Tardiness  Improper Uniform  Misbehavior (first time) Level 1

 Food/drink/Gum in class.

   Toys  Talking disrespectfully to a teacher (first time).  Disrespecting an adult.

   Repeated level #1 infraction.  Talking disrespectfully to a teacher (second time)

  Level 2  Rough play with disregard for others  Harassment of others, either physical, or intimidating nature  Electronic devices.

   Repeated level #2 infraction.  Cheating

  Level 3  Direct insubordination  Stealing  Cursing

 Repeated level #3 infraction.

  Level 4  Bullying.

   Violence.

  Consequences  Expulsion for next year.

   Referral to the School Counselor and the Principal.  Parent Conference.  Recommendation for

Expulsion.

   Suspension

   Referral to the School

Counselor.

   Parent Conference.

   In-school Suspension.

  Level 4

   Referral to the School

Counselor.

 Parent notification.  In school detention.

  Level 3  Written warning.

   Parents informed.

  Level 2  Verbal Warning. Level 1

  PROFILE OF A STUDENT AT ROWAD AL KHALEEJ

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

  It is the expectation of every student to demonstrate attributes as a representative of the school while on campus, at home and in the community. A student at Rowad Al Khaleej International School:

  1. Exhibits a developing and maturing intellectual curiosity in all academic achievement.

  2. Portrays a lifestyle that promotes mental and physical health and well-being.

  3. Demonstrate the desire and supports the value of high academic achievement.

  Fulfilling this expectation is attained through personal involvement, discipline and success in a rigorous course of study, commensurate with her/his ability. The final goal is for each student to mature into a life-long learner.

  4. Manifests an understanding, appreciation and involvement in other cultures through a variety of means, including community service, locally, nationally and internationally.

  5. Emotional maturity is appropriately developed and commensurate with his/her chronological and developmental age.

CONFLICT RESOLUTION

  From time to time conflicts arise between parents, teachers, staff, students and administration. However unfortunate, a system to resolve conflict should be known to all parties. If, for any reason, two individuals cannot resolve an issue we suggest the following procedure:

  1. Schedule a meeting and address the problem.

  2. Write a plan of action for each party.

  3. Assign a mediator.

  4. If necessary, involve the School Principal or School Director. For parents and students the first response to any conflict is to meet with the teacher.