Progenitor Piplan Campus - Rules & Regulations

Progenitor School is concerned with providing quality education, along with imparting special attention to the moral, intellectual and social upbringing of its students. The guidelines provided below ensure that school ethics are followed by the students, parents as well as staff members of the school. The School reserves the rights to take necessary actions if the code of conduct is not adhered by anyone. It is important to note that these Rules and Regulations will help in maintaining the decorum of the school and that the admission shall remain conditional to compliance of the Rules and Regulations.

1-Code of Conduct

For students:

1.1 We have firm disciplinary rules which students are required to follow not only during School hours but also on the way to and from School; even during games. These rules apply for all activities & events during and after School; whether in School uniform or not. We expect your full co-operation and support in this regard.

1.2 Students must take pride in their uniform and wear the correct School uniform daily, (as defined in ‘Uniform and Dress Code’ below).

1.3 Students are always expected to remain courteous and congenial. They must continuously demonstrate consideration for others. Respect and regard for others is very essential. Aggressive behaviour, stealing, cheating, indulging in politics or anti-social activities, abusive and racist language will not be tolerated under any circumstance.

1.4 DPS has zero tolerance against bullying (physical or verbal), strict action will be taken against anyone found bullying or indulging in any other kind of intimidation tactics including expulsion from school.

1.5 Pupils should take pride in all the work they do and should always endeavour to meet deadlines. In adequate progress of the students shall be discussed with parents from time to time. The School reserves the right to take necessary action against any delay in meeting deadlines and/or any other such negligence.

1.6 Deliberately missing or bunking classes is strictly prohibited in the benefit of students. Any student found engaged in such activity shall be penalised.

1.7 Students must show respect for School property. Damaging or Defacing School property is strictly forbidden. Any damage caused to School property will result in disciplinary action and a fine. This includes writing on walls, desks, and in bathrooms. Students must also refrain from stuffing the toilets with sanitary napkins, scrunches and other such paraphernalia. Such actions lead to blockages in the sewerage system and therefore fines will be levied accordingly to discourage such violations.

1.8 Pupils must not climb out of the School windows or climb onto roofs or over fences for their own safety. The management of the school will not be responsible for any such injury.

1.9 Students are provided with desks, in which they are expected to lock their books and belongings. In case a student loses her key, she will be expected to pay a fine to have her desk unlocked.

1.10 Students will be encouraged to volunteer for various events during the school year. It is mandatory to avail these opportunities for potential development.

1.11 Students have been allotted school Ids which are used for biometric attendance. Parents must ensure cards are worn daily.

1.12 Littering inside and outside the School premises is strictly prohibited and offenders will be penalised.

1.13 Parent or legal guardian must submit an application to the Principal in any of the following circumstances:

1.13.1 The student’s absence from School. (See Article 17)

1.13.2 A request for relief from homework.

1.13.3 Failure to complete homework within the given deadline.

1.13.4 Non-participation in academic and / or co-curricular activities.

If no letter is received, the School Management will deem it as a lack of compliance with School Policy and will have to take measures, as described in the School Rules and Regulations Clause No. 17.

1.14 Punctuality plays a significant role in shaping the personality of students. Therefore, the management of school makes sure to monitor students’ arrival time and take action against habitual late arrival/irregular attendance of the students.

1.15 The School cares about the health of its students therefore we recommend that any student suffering from any infectious diseases must take complete rest at home and come back to school after complete treatment of the disease.

1.16 If a student misses her lesson, for any reason, it is her responsibility to catch up with the missed work. She can and should take guidance & explanations from her teacher if needed.

1.17 Any sort of misrepresentation, deceit, or falsification, committed by the student/parent/guardian with the purpose, intent, or expectation of influencing a grade or other academic evaluation, for e.g. intentional use of any unauthorized material, information or study aids during the examinations, forging a parents’ signature, will result in strict action against the student, as decided by the Management.

1.18 The Management reserves the right to take necessary actions against anyone regarding any matter relating to the prestige of the School and / or its Management, such as defaming the School, Management, faculty or students through social or any other traditional media.

1.19 The School Management has the right to take any action and decision in the interest of the security and welfare of its students and the School.

Student Welfare

1.20 The School has dedicated doctors to maintain medical record of all students. Students will be checked by the school doctors every term. The medical report is sent to the parents with the mid-term and final exams. Parents are required to maintain these records and to inform the doctor if there is any medical complication that should be recorded in the student’s medical file (e.g. allergies, etc).

1.21 For the wellbeing of the child, the school doctor may periodically recommend certain medical tests or procedures to be performed (such as testing of the eyesight, delousing, dental care or vaccinations). Parents are requested to fulfil such medical requirements or to provide the School with a valid explanation, in case they cannot comply.

1.22. The School helps children in understanding the values of hygiene and fitness therefore regular health seminars and workshops at school are mandatory for students to attend. Failure to attend may result in deduction of marks.

1.23. Class X and A Levels student must complete the mandatory First Aid and Life Support Courses organised in collaboration with Aga Khan University Hospital.

1.24. DPS may periodically organise vaccination programs. Information of such vaccination will be sent to parents, who may opt for the inoculation of their daughters.

1.25. The school arranges remedial classes to assist underperforming students. These classes are arranged during / after school hours if required. Identified students are encouraged to attend these classes for their own benefit.

1.26. Students may be required to visit the school counsellor/psychologist (a professional counsellor/psychologist hired by the school) in order to discuss and work out their academic and/or behavioural problems and/or for general appraisals of the emotional wellbeing. Should there be any cause for concern, parents will be notified accordingly. Please understand that this is done considering the best interest of the child.

Expulsion:

1.27. The name of a student will be struck off the roll if she is absent from School without notice for ten or more days. The School Management reserves the right to expel any student at any time for misconduct, indiscipline, low attendance or her involvement in any such activities as defined under ‘Long absence without Notice’ (See Article 17) and major ‘Disciplinary Issues’ (See Article 2).

1.28. Students, who are expelled, for any reason, will not be eligible for refund of security deposit.

2-Expected Consequences For Disciplinary Issue

Following are the expected consequences which the School Management reserves the right to take in the event of failure of the students to follow the prescribed Code of Conduct:

2.1 Deduction of marks.

2.2 Fine according to the damages caused or as prescribed.

2.3 Warnings according to violation done.

2.4 Expulsion/suspension from School.

2.5 Parents’ undertaking for not repeating the violation of rules.

3-Parental Conduct

3.1. Parents are requested to support their daughter(s) in all educational endeavours by giving praise and showing interest in their School activities. They must assist in academic and co-curricular pursuits by ensuring that all materials (stationery, costumes, etc) are provided as required.

3.2. DPS welcomes parents who wish to volunteer in School activities. Certain parents will be selected by the Management to attend security and safety trainings, assist the School in field trips, regulating School traffic, and speak at career counselling session, fund raising or charity events and / or miscellaneous activities. All those who wish to be involved may send their requests to admin@dps.edu.pk; selection of the parents is, however, at the discretion of the Management. Those parents who are actively involved in supporting the school community will be prioritised for sibling selection during the admissions process.

3.3. Parents must demonstrate to the student that they and the teachers work together for the student’s benefit.

3.4. The School reserves the right to publish its students’ names, photos, video recordings and work on all DPS related marketing platforms including website, social/traditional media. These pictures are the exclusive property of the School and can be used for the purpose of promoting and illustrating School activities and / or students’ achievements.

3.5. Parents are expected to interact with the staff and faculty members politely and courteously. If there is a concern or issue which they feel strongly about, they can communicate with the Principal, for a follow up.

3.6. Parents must pledge to preserve the integrity and security of the School and the respect of its staff and must not commit or perform any act(s) that may jeopardise the safety of the students or reputation of the institution.

3.7. The School monitors social/ traditional media presence to ensure that the school’s and its students’ integrity is maintained. DPS reserves the right to block any parent from its social/digital media platforms who is found to be insulting, unruly, disrespectful and/or threatening towards the School or anyone related to the School Management/ staff /faculty.

Parents who are found to be involved in defaming/insulting the school or its staff, on any platform, will be considered as blacklisted. Their child / ward may be suspended or expelled, and their security deposit withheld, in such circumstances. As consequence, this may also affect the enrolled sibling(s) and future admissions.

3.8. Any parent found to be attempting to bribe, manipulate and use unfair or illegal means for any purpose with any personnel of the School will face serious repercussions, which could include expulsion of their child, initiation of legal proceedings, or any such action that the School Management deems fit.

School-Parent Communications

3.8.1. Student’s school record, documents and/or any communication between the School and the parents are strictly confidential and must not be shared with others, this includes sharing such information on social media/other digital platforms.

3.8.2. Please use proper mode of communication with school i.e. email/written request to contact the school. Only proper requests / emails with name of the student and GR number will be entertained.

3.9. It is mandatory for parents to attend all Parent-Teacher Meetings and discuss the progress of their daughter with the teachers.

3.10. It is incumbent on parents to ensure that they provide updated information about the student and her parents/guardians. This would consist of the current telephone number,

home address, work telephone number, up to date information on work address, email ID and emergency contact number/s. Parents must immediately notify the School of any changes in their contact information.

3.11. The School Management reserves the right to withhold certificates / report cards or any document etc. in case any information/detail either major or minor is not provided by the parent in the bio data form.

3.12. Parents must also inform the School Management of any important change/factor in the student’s life, for example, a recent medical condition which may affect their studies, separation or divorce of the parents, death of a family member, etc.

3.13. Parents are requested not to send money for any academic projects / co-curricular activities without receiving intimation from School through written or emailed circular with Principal’s signature or SMS from DPS-Admin.

3.14. Parents may be contacted by concerned members of the School regarding their daughter’s behaviour or performance as and when the need arises. This may be in the form of letters, telephonic conversations and meetings. Most communications will be regarding updating about activities, scheduled holidays etc. Behavioural issues such as the following may be discussed:

3.14.1. Irregular/ late attendance without genuine justification in documented form through a letter or medical certificate.

3.14.2. Habitual idleness and slacking-off in spite of letters of warning to parents to help their child improve.

3.14.3. Repeated objectionable behaviour such as aggression, non-cooperation, impoliteness and other forms of anti-social behaviour.

3.14.4. The use of unfair means in tests and exams.

3.14.5. Non-compliance of the School’s dress-code, or modification of the dress-code without permission from the School, over a period of time.

3.14.6. Possession of banned items (see Banned Items article 11).

3.15. The School will keep its parent and student body apprised of necessary information through the following channels:

3.15.1. Circulars and/or diary notes

3.15.2. Through its website www.dps.edu.pk

3.15.3. Posting information on the notice board at the gate

3.15.4. In case of emergency or for unscheduled holidays, parents will be informed through the DPS website / DPS Face book page or DPS SMS service.

3.15.5. The Principals &/or school authorities will only discuss a students’ case with her parents/guardians. Parents/guardians are requested not to bring any relatives for meetings as they will not be entertained.

3.15.6. Student’s school record, documents and/or any communication between the School and the parents are strictly confidential and must not be shared with others, this includes sharing such information on social media/other digital platforms.

3.15.7. Please use proper mode of communication with school i.e. email/written request to contact the school. Only proper requests / emails with name of the student and GR number will be entertained.

3.16. Parents will be asked to fill out a ‘Parents Feedback Form’ so that the Management may be fully aware of their thoughts on the academics of their daughter, and on the administration of the School. The School Management appreciates constructive criticism and words of encouragement by parents. The School Management will respond to feedback, wherever required.

4-Admissions

4.1. For Playgroup to O’ Levels

4.1.1. The admission results are final and based upon merit.

4.1.2. Play Group to ‘O’ Level admission will be processed according to the established procedure which includes submission of required documents, aptitude tests for certain subjects, if required, and parental interviews. The School maintains the right to accept or refuse a candidate after due consideration to all aspects of the admission rules.

4.1.3. Parents, whose children are granted admission from July onwards for the current academic session which starts from August, shall be charged, term fee for July and months onwards along with the admission fee package.

4.1.4. In case a child does not join School or withdraws admission or is expelled by the school for any reason, the admission fee, security deposit and tuition fee shall not be refunded.

4.2. For A’ Levels

4.2.1. The admission results are final and based upon merit.

4.2.2. ‘A’ Level admission will be processed according to the established procedure which includes submission of required documents and student / parent interviews. The School maintains the right to accept or refuse a candidate after due consideration to all aspects of the admission rules. In case of cancellation of the provisional admission of an ‘A’ Level candidate by the School at the announcement of the CAIE May / June examination result, the security deposit and admission fee shall be refunded.

4.2.3. In case a child does not join School or withdraws admission or is expelled by the school for any reason, the admission fee, security deposit and tuition fee shall not be refunded.

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