High School Rules

THESE RULES APPLY AT ALL TIMES WHEN PUPILS ARE IN SCHOOL UNIFORM

1.  Pupils are expected to show respect, courtesy and good manners to all members of staff, adults, school officials and fellow pupils.
2. When using public transport, pupils should behave politely and with consideration towards fellow passengers.
3. Pupils are expected to arrive on time for school.  Attendance at morning assembly is compulsory. 
4. If a pupil is absent from school, a note from the parent/guardian or a phone call explaining the pupil’s absence is required.  If a pupil is absent for two or more days, a doctor’s note is required.  Notes are also required if a pupil needs to leave school early or needs to be excused from swimming/physical education.
5. As School Management  is responsible for pupils during school hours, no pupil may leave the school premises between Assembly and Dismissal without permission.  If a pupil leaves school early a form is completed and collected from the office and is then left with the Security guard at the gate.
6. Classrooms, church hall, Mini-hall, parking area, administration block,  behind the Grotto and Pregrade area are out of bounds during break time unless permission has been granted by the teacher concerned.
7. An atmosphere of discipline, study and good behavior should always prevail in the school.
   • Pupils must report promptly for all lessons.
   • School property is to be respected.  Writing on desks is strictly forbidden.
   • All litter must be placed in the bins provided in the classrooms and on the playground.
   • Chewing/bubble gum is strictly forbidden on school premises.
8. Serious unacceptable anti-social behavior such as involvement with drugs, alcohol, bullying, vandalism, stealing and smoking will be dealt with firmly in accordance with school policy as spelt out in the Code of Conduct.
9. Although extramural activities are not compulsory, once a pupil commits herself to an activity, it becomes compulsory for the pupil to participate.
10. Use of a cellphone in class is seen as a Level 1 misconduct.  The phone will be confiscated immediately and kept for one week in the school safe.  The parents will be informed of this misdemeanor.