Code of Conduct

CODE OF CONDUCT & SCHOOL RULES

The Code of Conduct serves to encourage exemplary student behaviour so that the school community will feel a sense of respect, belonging and security. It focuses on empowering students to exercise self-discipline and personal responsibility. 

We expect every Hwa Chongian to conduct himself/herself with dignity and respect for self and others, uphold and respect the tradition and spirit of the school.

The School Disciplinary Board is made up of the Principal, the Deputy-Principals and the Discipline Committee. 

The Discipline Committee includes the Assistant Year Heads, Year Heads and Subject Head / Student Management. 

All students of the school must always uphold the highest standards of conduct as specified in the School Code of Conduct, presented as follows:

Code of Conduct

We are proud to be students of Hwa Chong Institution and pledge to uphold her good name by behaving in an exemplary manner at all times.  We aim to be a credit to ourselves, our school and our nation.

Our Code of Conduct is based on the four Cs: Consideration, Courtesy, Concern and Care – all of which are underpinned by the basic concept of RESPECT.

1. Respect for SELF

• Take care to be well-groomed.

• Wear the school uniform with pride and observe school dress code at all times.

• Abstain from vulgar language and gestures.

• Conduct yourself with dignity and decorum.

• Integrity must be the most distinguished trait in all Hwa Chongians.

2. Respect for TEACHERS

• Attend lessons and related activities conscientiously.

• Always be punctual to show respect – if you are late, knock before entering the room and apologise.

• Always greet teachers at the beginning and thank them at the end of the lessons.

• Be polite and attentive during lessons, lectures and talks – do not eat, sleep, slouch or engage in personal conversations.

• Adopt a respectful demeanour and an appropriate tone when speaking to teachers.

• Apologise sincerely for any misdemeanours.

3. Respect for School COMMUNITY

• Respect for authority is a fundamental value stressed by the school. When due punishment is accorded to you, accept it graciously.

• Be appreciative and grateful towards the non-teaching staff.

• Be grateful to cleaning and support staff and help to keep the school tidy and clean. Do not litter in the school compound.

• Switch off all mobile devices and any other beeping devices during lessons.

• School property must be respected at all times. Remember to switch off fans, air conditioning and lights after lessons. Leave the classrooms tidy with chairs and tables in place and with a clean whiteboard. 

• Walk briskly to avoid congestion – do not loiter in groups and obstruct others. Refrain from talking loudly or shouting along corridors.

• Readily admit to your mistakes and apologise for them.

• Sincerely praise the achievements of others and modestly recognize our own achievements.

• Cheerfully greet anyone in the school community: peers, staff, support personal (cleaning staff, canteen helpers) and guests of the school.  Respond warmly when they greet us and assist anyone who needs help.

• Act responsibly when posting any content and/or expressing our views on both print and online media. 

4. Respect for SCHOOL and COUNTRY

• Be punctual for flag raising assembly. Stand in neat lines and maintain silence throughout the assembly.

• Sing our national anthem with gusto, recite the pledge with pride, and sing the school song with conviction.

• Pay attention to the assembly announcements.

• Attend and enthusiastically support school functions.

• Greet and assist guests in school.

• Listen appreciatively to, and politely applaud guest speakers.

• Never abuse or vandalise school property.

• Always act as good ambassadors for the school by displaying exemplary behaviour in public.