GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR ALL PARENTS
School plays a vital role in the shaping of a child’s personality but much of the chiselling is done at home. The school cannot fulfil its objectives unless parents co-operate with the school. School Chronicle will establish a valuable liaison between the teachers and parents with regard to the quality & quantity of work being attempted by the students in the school and at home. We insist that parents look into their ward’s School Chronicle and School Website (Homework Page) everyday and ensure that the assigned home task is being carried out by the student regularly. Parents should take note of the remarks made in the Chronicle from time to time by the teachers / school authorities and countersign it.
Parents are advised that any comment made in the School Chronicle by them should be confined to the student’s work and conduct. No purpose will be served by critical reference entered in the Chronicle in respect of teaching method / teacher. Such remarks will only bring the school and parents at variance with each other. However, if a parent has any suggestions to make, the Principal shall be happy to receive them through a written note or an e-mail. Criticism of the teachers or of the school in the presence of the student be scrupulously avoided because it causes the students to lose respect for his / her teachers.
If any parent feels that a student is not making the desired progress, an appointment with the Principal should be sought. Private tuitions are strongly discouraged. No teacher of our school is allowed to tutor any student studying in the school. Parents to please keep checking the website regularly and keep themselves updated with the latest development / activities.
(i) Date of Birth & Name of the Student, Father and Mother once entered in Admission Register will not be altered.
(ii) Students must be picked up timely after school hours. The school cannot be held responsible for the safety of any of the student beyond the school hours.in case of parents’ lapse.
(iii) Students who come to the school with their parents/domestic helps/ rickshaws shall not be allowed to leave the school premises before the parents or authorised person (deputed by the parents) arrives. If the parent/guardian is delayed, they should report to the School Office via email or submit a written application in person before 12 noon. School will not be held responsible for any mishappening. Only authorised persons will be allowed to pick up the child. Domestic help/Rikshaw Wala etc. details must be provided to the school along with photograph , ID proof & authority letter.
(iv) No student will be allowed to leave the school during working hours. In case of any emergency during school hours, students will only be handed over to the parents/guardians or the escort having the parent ID Card/written note/ authority letter from the parent, bearing the signature identical to the specimen signatures entered in the Chronicle. Social functions, going out of station and sudden programmes will not be treated as emergencies. Telephonic messages should not be sent to school.
v) Parents are requested to ensure that their wards carry their tiffins & other things required in the school with them when they leave for the school in the morning. School does not accept any items sent through servants or friends during working hours due to security reasons.
vi) No liquid food (curry, gravy etc.) to be given in the tiffin.
vii) Parents should check bags of their ward on daily basis. It has been often observed that the bags remain dirty with broken zippers in spite of repeated reminders. Parents are requested to take a serious note of this.
(viii) The consent forms sent for the various activities to the parents are mostly sent blank and unsigned, back to the school by the parents. Parents are requested to fill them clearly to avoid any confusion. In case of blank or unsigned consent form, it will be considered as ‘NO’.
(ix) No fresh reminders will be given for any information sent earlier till there is a change.
(x) Any damage done by the student to the building, furniture, library books, lab equipment, school property etc. is liable to be made good/ replaced by the parent.
(xi) In order to develop the all – round personality of every student, the school gives a lot of importance to extra – curricular activities. It is mandatory for all students to participate in the activities at all possible levels. Parents are requested to cooperate in this regard.
(xii) The students are strictly not allowed to come to school on Scooter/ Motor- Bike / cars without License or Helmets. Only bicycle shall
be allowed to be parked inside the school and the bicycle must be kept locked. Strict action would be taken against defaulters. School will not be held responsible in case of any damage or theft of the bicycle.
(xiii) The school needs minimum of 3 days to process any document. Kindly bear this in mind before applying for any document. In case of Transfer Certificate, one week is required for the processing of Transfer Certificate. Once the Transfer Certificate is issued, the child will be considered a fresh applicant for re- admission, in case of cancellation of Transfer Certificate.
(xiv) No expensive giveaways should be send on the students’ birthdays.
(xv) No direct communication is allowed with support staff. No gift / financial help should be handed over to them.
(xvi) Suggestions from parents are always welcome.
1.1 SAFETY AT SCHOOL
The school takes the following measures towards disaster / crisis management:
(i) A safe and effective evacuation plan is displayed and drills practiced for emergency conditions.
(ii) Fire extinguishers and fire safety equipments have been installed on all floors.
(iii) The whole campus is under CCTV Surveillance including strategic points like outside washrooms, entry and exit doors/gates beside classrooms & Labs etc.
(iv)All washrooms are monitored by the staff on duty.
(v)All visitors are issued passes / tokens to mark and authorize their entry and exit.
(vi) No child may leave without the gate pass during school hours and may leave only after identification of the accompanying adult.
(vii) Buses are equipped with speed governors, GPS, CCTV Cameras and female attendants.
(viii)Teachers are on duty during recess, to insure the safety of the students.
(ix) A committee for POCSO and Crisis Management is also present in the School.
1.2 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE
Restorative Justice fosters dialogue between the victim and the offender and has shown the highest rates of victim satisfaction and offender accountability. The process of restorative justice is:
* There will be an open dialogue with children who have grievances against the offender. The children will be allowed to speak one by one about their issues with the offender in the presence of the Class Teacher.
* Then, the offender will be allowed to defend himself / herself, presenting his / her version and apologise for his / her actions. All this is done to take away the edginess that the children feel around the offender and letting them know that he/ she is going to change. There shall be a hand shake between the victim and the offender after the session so as to seal the bond of understanding, forgiveness and friendship.
1.3 DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS LEVELS
Depending upon the gravity of the offence.
(i) Verbal warning.
(ii) Note in student’s Chronicle / Warning letters by the Class Teacher / Principal and the same to be countersigned by the Parents.
(iii) Parent / Teacher / Student meeting with Mentor / Principal. Parents and Students are apprised of consequences.
(iv) Report to the Principal for action. Suspension for a day / days (depending upon the gravity of the incident).
(v) Rustication.
1.4 STUDENT ONLINE PORTAL
The School website “www.doonpublicschoolpkl.com” ensures that the parents have an easy access to their ward’s schooling. Daily Homework, Circulars, Monthly Planners, Activities, Syllabus, Newsletters etc. can be checked through the website. Parents can communicate with the teachers by sending the feedback through the website as well.
USER ID: Admission No. of the Student
PASSWORD: DOB of the Student (DD-MM-YYYY)
The school ensures a well-equipped Hybrid Teaching Learning Mode in case of any kind of Natural Calamity or switching over of the teaching mode, if need be there, as per the government instructions.
1.5 CLUBS
Students are expected to choose any one of the clubs being offered which helps to develop sense of unity and teamwork and to learn how to work with others in reaching the same goal.
(i) Eco Club [Green Olives] (VI-VII): The vision of Doon Eco Club (DEC) is to empower the young minds with the ethos of our green
surroundings and motivate them to keep them clean and green for themselves in the present and also for the generations to come.
(ii) Heritage Club [Harmony] (VI-VII): Doon Heritage Club (DHC) aims at harmony and envisions to develop respect and reverence among students towards the diversity of cultures. It also fosters patience, tolerance and mutual understanding amongst the juveniles so as to nurture a peaceful coexistence amongst them.
(iii) Health and Wellness Club [Euphoria] (VI-X): Doon Health & Wellness Club (DHWC) works exactly on the lines of its motto i.e 24 ‘Euphoria’ which implies extreme happiness and bliss. It aims at instilling aspects of Physical & Mental health and overall well being which is indeed possible with happiness.
(iv) Legal Literacy Club (IX-X): The vision behind setting up Doon Legal Literacy Club (DLLC) is to strengthen the young ambassadors to
effectively advocate for human rights and to spread legal awareness and literacy not only among themselves but to the underprivileged poor and needy as well.
(v) The Literary Club [Pulitzer](VI-X): Doon Literary Club (DLC) aims at developing the analytical & creative thinking skills of the students. The club functionaries strive to inculcate within its members, the oratory, interpersonal & communication skills, that are much needed in today’s times.
(vi) Yuva Tourism Club (IX&XI): The vision of Doon Yuva Tourism Club (DYTC) is to sensitize the young ambassadors regarding elements of travel and instill responsible and sustainable tourism practices in them by igniting a passion of tourism in them.
2.1 DO’S & DON’TS FOR THE STUDENTS
Do’s
(I) Do carry School Chronicle to the school every day & note down the work assigned.
(ii) Do your work neatly and it should always be dated. Each new work should be done on a fresh page.
(iii) Do revise all that has been taught in class each day, whether it has been given to be revised or not.
(iv) Do make a daily time table for yourself, for you studies for your rest and recreation etc.
(v) Do make the habit of ‘Early to Bed & Early to Rise’for early hours are the best to learn.
(vi) Do revise at the end of the week all that was learnt during the week.
(vii) Do thank the Almighty always after you finish your studies.
(viii) Do carry Text Books/Notebooks according to the given Time Table or as per the teacher’s instructions.
Don’ts
(i) Do not omit the lesson or homework assigned. If you do, it is like missing a train you can never catch afterwards.
(ii) Do not come late to school otherwise you will get a ‘ LATE COMER’ remark in the Chronicle. You will also be fined. Serious note will be taken in case of habitual lack of punctuality.
(iii) Do not bring tobacco, liquor, crackers, explosives, any kind of weapon or any other kind of dangerous materials to the school.
(iv) Do not borrow or lend money or articles to others.
(v) Do not exchange expensive gifts on birthdays with other students.
(vi) Do not damage/break School property.
(vii) Scribbling on school walls / benches is strictly prohibited. Strict action shall be taken against defaulters.
Do’s & Don’ts in the Washrooms
(i)Wash your hands with soap.
(ii)Turn off the taps when not in use. Always use water economically.
(iii) Do leave the toilet clean as a courtesy to the next students & dispose off litter in the bins provided.
(iv) Do not scribble on doors, walls etc. in the toilets or any where in the school premises.
Do’s & Don’ts in the Library
(i) The Library is a SILENT ZONE. All activities in the Library will be conducted in a quiet manner to avoid disturbance.
(ii) Do not take food & drinks inside the Library.
(iii) Do not move the furniture unnecessary. Keep the chairs in the Library in its proper place after using them.
FOR THE KIND ATTENTION OF THE PARENTS OF
BUDS ‘N’ BLOOMS – THE KINDERGARTEN SECTION
1. Before school starts, help your child to use the restroom independently, including washing hands. An extra set of clothes along with undergarments may be sent along with the child every day to school.
2. Complete set of books, notebooks, and stationery items must be deposited within two days of joining. Books and notebooks should be properly covered and labeled. From time to time pasting and binding must be undertaken.
3. Books, notebooks, water bottles, bags, tiffin, or any other belongings sent to school must be properly labeled. The school will not be responsible for any unlabeled lost articles.
4. Parents are requested to drop off and pick up their ward from gate no. 2 every day as per the school timings of Kindergarten section.
5. Any early/delay in picking up the child after the school timings should be informed to the school authorities either in advance or by 11:00 am. Do not send any unknown person to pick up your child. The school will not hand over the child to an unknown person, who does not possess proper authority letter from the parents.
6. You are requested to carefully go through all notices sent out by the school via the School Chronicle, text message, or an update on the website and respond where appropriate. You are requested to respect the deadlines for the smooth functioning of the school. Reminders will not be given for any information sent already unless there is a change in it.
7. The timetable/class schedule will be shared with the parents which needs to be adhered to. The monthly syllabus will be available on the School Website, in the beginning of the session.
8. The web links and textual content of kindergarten songs, rhymes and sentences for communicative skills will be shared for practice and recitation.
9. Parents should not make their children do extra work in the school notebooks.
10. We actively and strongly encourage participation in various co-curricular activities for the continued growth and development of the child. Each week, the class teacher will pick a student as ‘Star of the Week’ based on parameters like academics, punctuality, discipline, participation in school & co-curricular activities, empathy (being helpful), leadership (taking responsibility & initiative), social skills (friendly nature & mannerisms) and lots more.
11.The primary and preferred mode of communication should be the School Chronicle. Parents may call the school reception at +91- 9592412833 to contact the concerned class teacher only between 01:30 PM. to 02:30 PM in Summers & 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM in Winters.
12. Parents must visit and meet the class teacher on the PTMs to know about their child’s progress.
13. The colour of the uniform turban / patkas for boys is red and yellow, respectively , as per the colour of the uniform T-shirt. Please do not apply Kajal/ Kohl to your child’s eyes or anywhere on the face. Avoid fancy hair accessories , expensive watches, or gadgets , as the school will not be responsible for the loss pf such items. Do not send any comfort objects (e.g favourite toys) with your child.
14. Kindly ensure regular attendance and avoid unnecessary leaves. Follow up on the syllabus and activities covered in class, and assist your ward in concept recapitulations.
16. Under the National Education Policy 2020, the national Curriculum Framework stage(preschool to Class 12). Therefore , Assessment in kindergarten will be ongoing and continuous process. Students will be assessed daily through activities , practice work, games, worksheets and home assignments.
17. Fee payment: Kindly adgere to the fee payment schedule to avoid unpleasantness.
There will be no formal examination for kindergarten students. The progress of children will be assessed continuously with the help of variety of assessments throughout the session.
School is a formal place. Please ensure that you are suitably dressed when visiting the school premises. Coming to the school in night suit wearing slippers must be avoided. Please keep your mobile phones on silent mode once you enter the school building.
(i) Parents are expected to submit leave applications on or before the day of absence on the Leave Application format given, or through an email.
(ii) Leave without an application is treated as 'ABSENCE'.
(iii) Repeated absence without leave application or unexplained absence for more than a week renders the student liable to have his/her name struck off the rolls. Re-admission will have to be sought by paying Re-Admission fee.
(iv) Medical leave will be granted on provision of a medical certificate by a competent & certified authority.
(v) Students suffering from contagious diseases should not be sent to school even if there is an examination. They would be allowed to attend classes only after submitting a fitness certificate from the competent authority.
RULES FOR PAYMENT OF SCHOOL FEE
Non-compliance of the above instructions is not be taken lightly. Strict disciplinary action is taken against the defaulters.
Accidents or mishaps can occur anytime. Thus the school should not be held responsible for such incidents. God forbid, in case of any such accidents, the child will be given only the ‘First Aid’ available free of cost in the school. If need be , at all times the child will also be taken to the nearest doctor/hospital. However, the expenses for the same would have to be borne by the parents. Though the school takes all care to prevent such situations, but at times children get hurt. In such possibilities, the parents are requested to be tolerant and not make it an issue with the school authorities.All school children are insured for accidents. All medical bills in case of an accident will be forwarded to the Insurance Company for reimbursement.
School plays a vital role in the shaping of a child’s personality but much of the chiseling is done at home. The school cannot fulfil its objectives unless parents co-operate with us. This Chronicle will establish a valuable liaison between the teachers and parents with regard to the quality and quantity of work being attempted by the students in school and at home. We insist that parents look into their ward’s school dairy everyday and ensure that the assigned home task is being carried out by the student regularly. The child should be encouraged to cultivate neatness in their work. Parents should read with their children, help their children to make judicious use of gadgets, play with them to encourage them to be involved in outdoor sports & be a good listener to their children. Parents should take note of and countersign the remarks made in the diary from time to time by the school authorities.
Parents are advised that any comment made in the diary by them should be confined to the student’s work and conduct. No purpose will be served by critical reference entered in the diary in respect of teaching method; such remarks will only bring the school and the home at variance with each other. However, if a parent has any suggestions to make, the Principal shall be happy to receive them through written communication separately or personally.Criticism of teachers or of the school in the presence of the student be scrupulously avoided because it causes the student to lose respect for his/her teachers. Should a parent have any legitimate complaint, he is advised to see the Principal.
If any parent feels that a student is not making the desired progress, an appointment with the Principal should be sought. Private tuitions are strongly discouraged. No teacher of our school is allowed to tutor any student studying in the school.