Sanctions Related to Misbehaviour

Students are accountable for their actions; they are responsible for conducting themselves properly, in a way that upholds the reputation of The International School @ ParkCity Hanoi, and in a manner appropriate to their age and level of maturity. They will be asked to explain any behaviour that strays from these guidelines – initially to their Tutor/Teacher. Should any student persist in misbehaving, then he or she will be held accountable. Parents will be informed as and when necessary.

The school will use discretion when applying sanctions, according to the seriousness of the offence and will take into account such factors as past history of misbehaviours, circumstances under which the misbehaviour occurred, the age of the student, and other factors which are perceived to be relevant. Misbehaviours are categorised in four levels. The list below gives examples of misbehaviour at each level – the list is not exhaustive.

LEVEL 1

Misbehaviours at this level represent minor infractions of procedures which regulate the orderly operation of The International School @ ParkCity Hanoi, its environment, its users, and the teaching and learning process.

Showing disrespect for others.
Not respecting the surrounding environment.
Littering.
Being deliberately late to school or class.
Failure to complete work to a deadline.
Minor defacing of school property.
Inappropriate personal appearance.
Use of offensive language.
Hindering the progress of other students.
Inappropriate use of the internet, intranet or other ICT resources.

Sanctions that are applied against this kind of misbehaviour include:

A reprimand or a warning.
Writing a letter of apology.
A withdrawal of privileges.
A school community work order.
Students invited to attend the extra support sessions.
A detention (break time or lunch time).

LEVEL 2

In this level are included misbehaviours whose frequency or seriousness tends to disrupt the teaching and learning environment of the school.

Repeats or more serious examples of the kinds of misbehaviour at Level 1.
Major disruptive behaviour.
Petty theft.
Defiance.
Bullying, cyber-bullying, intimidation, teasing or ostracising of other students (verbal or physical).
Cheating or copying another student’s work.
Truancy from lessons or leaving the school site or school-related activities without permission.
Use of obscene language or gestures.
Possession or distribution of offensive material.
Anti-social behaviour e.g. minor scuffles.
Inappropriate use of recording devices on school premises.
If a child bites another person (usually applicable to younger children), the following sanctions will apply:

First instance, the child will be spoken to by the teacher. The parents will be informed either verbally or through written communication.
Second instance of biting within the same term, a letter will be sent home to the parents explaining that this is the second occurrence and that they must speak with their child about the seriousness of this action.
Third instance may result in the parents being called to collect their child and to keep them at home for the rest of the day. The Principal will be involved at this stage.

Sanctions that are applied against these kinds of misbehaviours may include appropriate sanctions at Level 1 as well as:

‘Daily Report’, in which a student’s behaviour and progress is carefully monitored throughout lessons and breaks.
In-school exclusion: the student may still be allowed to attend lessons but will be required to do an appropriate community task at break and lunch.

LEVEL 3

These misbehaviours are more serious because their consequence may have a lasting effect on the individual or may pose a threat to the health, safety and security of others and/or the reputation of The International School @ ParkCity Hanoi.

Repeats or more serious examples of the kinds of misbehaviour at Levels 1 or 2.
Possession, use or sale of stolen property.
Tampering with devices designed to ensure the health, safety and security of others.
Plagiarism – unauthorised use of another person’s work.
Stealing.
Vandalism.
Fighting.
Gambling.
Physically threatening other students.
Possession, viewing or distribution of pornographic materials.
Inappropriate body contact.
Possession, use or sale of tobacco.
Possession, use or sale of alcohol.
Serious acts of defiance or threatening an employee of the school.
Bringing the school into disrepute through activities on or off-site.
Failure to observe regulations of public examinations.
Posting of unauthorised and/or inappropriate electronic or real images in public access locations which are directly or indirectly related to ISPH, its employees or students.

Sanctions that are applied against this kind of misbehaviour may include appropriate sanctions at Levels 1 and 2 as well as:

In-school exclusion: Exclusion from lessons, breaks and activities.
Temporary exclusion from school for 1, 2 or 3 days.
Permanent Exclusion.

The course of action may be mutually agreed between the school and the Parents, dependent on the severity of the situation.

LEVEL 4

Represented in this level are acts which are clearly criminal or present a direct threat to the welfare of others or may result in violence to persons or damage to property.

Extortion of other students.
Indecent exposure.
Major vandalism.
Arson.
Assault.
Serious theft.
Possession, consumption or trafficking of illegal drugs.
Possession of drug-related articles.
Possession of a prohibited weapon.
Outrage of modesty.

The course of action may be mutually agreed between the school and the Parents, dependent on the severity of the situation. Permanent exclusion is a strong possibility.

PROBATION

Any exclusion includes a three-month probationary period. Probation is a warning to a student. If a student on probation misbehaves in a way that makes his/her liable for a further exclusion, this may result in permanent exclusion from school.

For any student’s misbehaviour which infringes on the laws of Vietnam, the school may be obliged to inform the relevant authorities.