Rashid School for BoysStudent and Parent Handbook - 2007 / 2008

At Rashid School, every student is known and valued as an individual. Our aim is to help all pupils grow and develop to the full extent of their ability and to equip them with the skills required to take on leading roles within Dubai and internationally. We demand high standards of discipline, honesty, courtesy and effort, and we encourage and expect each pupil to attain the highest level of achievement of which he is capable.\n\nWe aim to integrate the best of current educational practice with a respect for Arab traditions and culture. The curriculum is broad and balanced and combines academic study with creative, physical and social activities. Muslim students have a moral and spiritual education that aims to develop an understanding and knowledge of Islam and Islamic culture. \n\nIn particular, we aim to help students to:-\n*have high aspirations and standards and to take pride in their work and achievements;\n*be fluent communicators in Arabic and English;\n*develop lively, enquiring minds and view learning as a continuous, life-long process;\n*acquire self-respect and self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility for themselves and others;\n*appreciate the values of our society, the importance of being active and caring members of the community;\n*develop the skills to learn independently and to confidently use modern technology;\n*become fully prepared for higher education and further study in the UAE, UK , US and other destinations;\n*develop skills of leadership, teamwork and respect for others;\n*understand their responsibility towards local and global environmental issues.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

| !Executive Director of Rashid and Latifa Schools:|Abdul Salam Al Marri|\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

Years 7, 8 and 9: the curriculum combines the best of the UK National Curriculum with Arabic and Islamic Studies from the UAE Ministry of Education and Youth. We also have an emphasis on English language teaching, as this is vital to success in the school. Many of our teaching and learning resources are produced in school.\n\nYears 10 and 11: in these years you will study a combination of GCSE and non-GCSE subjects (General Certificate of Secondary Education). Many students will study Arabic, English mathematics and science and then at least two further subjects at GCSE Level. In addition Islamic Studies, PE and ICT will be studied as non-GCSE subjects. For some students Certificate Level courses are offered if the language level of ~GCSEs is considered too difficult. \n[<img[./images/Screenshot_1.png]]\n~GCSEs are two-year courses with examinations at the end of Year 11. The final grades are A*, A, B, C, D, E, F, G and you should be aiming for the top four grades if you intend studying at university level. The grades are based on a combination of the end-of-course examination and coursework. Examinations are set and marked in the UK.\n\nYears 12 and 13: in Year 12 you can choose between a one-year High School Diploma course or an ~AS-level course. The ~AS-level can be completed at the end of Year 12 or may be extended into Year 13 where it becomes a full A-level programme. (AS: Advanced Supplementary, A-level: Advanced Level). All students will also study for the US SAT and TOEFL examinations. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[>img[./images/Screenshot_2.png]]\nMany subjects in Years 10 to 13 contain coursework and this counts for between 20% and 60% of your final grade. Coursework is completed at home and at school and consists of extended pieces of work which are aimed to show your level of understanding and skills in your courses. \n\nYour teachers will give you deadlines and it is very important that work is completed by these dates. Failure to do so may result in lower grades. \n\nCoursework must be your own. Any attempt to copy or plagiarise the work of others can lead to disqualification from the examination. Particular care must be used when obtaining material from the Internet. Your teachers will give you guidance on this. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

Information regarding student progress is reported to parents/guardians in a number of ways.\n[<img[./images/Screenshot_3.png]]\n''Progress Sheets:'' these are sent home three or four times each year and give a grade for effort, homework and achievement in each subject. They also give a grade for behaviour and report absences and lateness to school. We use four colours of paper to give a quick guide to overall progress; dark green represents excellent progress, light green shows good progress, yellow shows that we have some concerns but we are generally dealing with these successfully within the school and red shows that we have some serious concerns and that we would like to meet with your parents/guardian to discuss these. \n\nThe colour of the Progress Sheet is decided by the effort, homework, behaviour attendance and punctuality scores. \n[>img[./images/Screenshot_4.png]]\n''Parents’ Meetings:'' there will be two Parents’ Meetings during the school year to discuss student progress. These are a very important part of the school year and parents/guardians are encouraged to attend. If the link between home and school is strong then academic success is more likely. The meetings are usually between 3:30pm and 5:30pm. Mothers and Fathers are both welcome and there is a separate ladies area if required. \n\n''Written Reports:'' a full written report on progress in each subject is provided towards the end of each school year.\n\n''~Mid-Year and ~End-of-Year Grades:'' students in Years 9 – 13 will receive a mid-year and end-of-year grade for each subject they study. These grades are collated to form their School Transcript, an important document which is required by both the Ministry of Education and Youth and many universities. It is therefore important for students to realise that progress from Year 9 can have a direct impact on university placement. You will also receive a Summary of Achievement twice a year, and this will show you, and your parents, how well you are doing in areas such as attendance, progress and your contribution to the school. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

Students from Years 7 – 9 can be awarded a Merit by their teachers if they demonstrated extra effort or achievement. These merits are recorded on your personal merit card. When the merit card is complete you should take it to your Co-ordinator who will stamp it and this then leads to a reward at lunchtime.\n\nCommendations are linked to your Progress Sheet. If you get good scores in your Progress Sheet you will be awarded a commendation certificate for effort, homework, achievement or citizenship. Citizenship is a measure of your behaviour, attitude and contribution to the school community. Special Commendations are also awarded for outstanding work. \n\nIn Years 10 and 11 the Merit system is replaced by “Steps”. You can earn Steps with good attendance and effort. Gain ten Steps and you win a reward.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

[>img[./images/Screenshot_5.png]]\n''Rashid School Award:'' this special award is made to the UAE National student who obtains the highest GCSE grades each summer. \n\n''Headmaster’s Award:'' at the graduation ceremony one student each year is chosen for the Headmaster’s Award. The student is selected on his ability to show a positive attitude, courtesy, respect for others and to be an outstanding ambassador for the school. \n\n''Sportsman of the Year Award:'' this award is also presented at the graduation ceremony and is usually made to a graduating student who has shown outstanding performance during his time at Rashid School.\n\n''Form Tutor Award for Achievement:'' these are given to the student from each tutor group who has made the best academic progress in the school year. It is awarded at our graduation ceremony at the end of May.\n\n''Form Tutor Award for Effort:'' these awards are also made at the graduation ceremony and are given to the student from each form who has been trying hardest throughout the year.\n\n''Subject Awards:'' an award is made to the most outstanding student in each subject. There is one award for the top student from Years 7 and 8 and a second award for the top student in Years 9 and 10. These awards are presented on the final day of the year. \n\n''Headmaster’s Commendation List:'' at the end of each school year the most successful pupils are listed in the Headmaster’s Commendation List.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

Students graduate from Rashid School at the end of either Year 12 or Year 13. Graduation certificates are awarded at levels; Certificate, Diploma (Pass, Merit or Distinction) and Advanced. Graduation certificates are presented in annual ceremony at the end of May.\n[>img[./images/Screenshot_6.png]]\nIn order to graduate a student needs to meet the following minimum requirements:-\n*Pass a Year 12 examination in Arabic and Islamic Studies. These examinations are equivalent to those set by the Ministry of Education and Youth and are set jointly with Latifa school for Girls.\n*Five pass grades in Ministry approved subjects.\n*Attendance at school for at least 85% of days.\n*Successful completion of a community placement, work experience and a school based project.\n*To graduate at Diploma or Advanced level you will also need to meet Ministry of Education requirements: SAT 1 Mathematics score of 400 and TOEFL score of 173 or 61 (IBT).\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

The school produces a number of publications and these include:-\n[<img[./images/Screenshot_7.png]]\n''Rashid School News:'' this is a high quality newsletter provided four times a year giving information on recent events and activities. \n\n''Rashid School ~Web-Site:'' this is a continuously developing source of information about all aspects of school life and can be found at http://www.rsbdubai.sch.ae\n\n''Yearbook:'' this is an outstanding publication that is printed at the end of each school year to record the wide variety of activities that have taken place. The Yearbook is usually distributed at the beginning of September and contains group photographs of all the students and staff in the school.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

[>img[./images/Screenshot_8.png]]\nThe secondary section has four Year Group Co-ordinators for Years 7, 8 – 9, 10 – 11 and 12 -1 3. The role of the Co-ordinator is to oversee the welfare and progress of students in his year group. \n\nYour Form Tutor and the other members of the tutor team provide a daily point of contact with the school. You will meet your Form Tutor each morning and they will monitor closely your academic and social progress in the school. \n\nThe Co-ordinator and Form Tutor team will provide support in a wide range of issues. If there is anything which is causing a concern then these are the teachers who you should speak with first. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

There may be times when you would like to discuss a concern or issue in confidence with a member of staff. This might be to do with your learning, your future or a personal matter. All pupils are invited to use the Student Support Service which is there to listen and support, if you need it.\n\nYou can find out how to contact the Student Support Service by looking on the school website: http://www.rsbdubai.sch.ae

Bullying is where a person is made to feel unhappy or unsafe in school due to the actions of others. Bullying may be verbal or physical. Both are totally unacceptable.\n\nIf you feel that you, or other students you know, are being bullied it is important that you talk to your Form Tutor or Year Group Co-ordinator. Bullying can be stopped but only if we know about it. We share a responsibility in making Rashid School an enjoyable and safe place for all its members. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

For five years we have had a Student Council where issues can be raised that are of concern to students.\n[<img[./images/Screenshot_9.png]]\nThe aims of the Council are:-\n*to enable students to be part of a process which leads to an improved school;\n*to encourage a positive channel of communication between students and staff;\n*to give students an opportunity to select representatives and take an active part in the decision making processes of the school;\n*to give the council members an opportunity to be part of a working committee and to understand the procedure and roles of such a group.\nIssues which have been discussed as part of the Student Council in previous years have included:-\n\n- school uniform\n- catering at lunch and break times\n- term dates and holidays\n- homework policy\n- student rewards\n- fund raising for charities\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[<img[./images/Screenshot_10.png]]\nThe school aims to provide healthy balanced meals for break and lunchtime and we are continually working to improve the health and quality of our catering.\n\nWe have been working closely with a dietician to produce healthy meals that reduce the intake of too much fat, salt and sugar. Advise is also provided for students who are overweight. At meal times you should aim to select a healthy balance of food and you should only take what you are certain you can eat. It is a waste of both food and money if items are left uneaten. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

PE lessons are an important part of remaining fit and healthy. There are also lunchtime, after school and Thursday activities, and your PE teachers recommend that you should have vigorous exercise at least three times a week. To be excused from a PE lesson you must bring a note from your parents / guardian or doctor. \n\nYour PE kit should be labelled with your uniform number and care must be taken to bring this to every PE lesson. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

If you are feeling unwell you should report to the school nurse. Before leaving a lesson you must always obtain the permission of your class teacher who will give you a signed ‘permission slip’. \n\nIf for any reason you have to bring medicine or tablets to school these should be given to the nurse at the beginning of the school day.\n\nAs well as providing support when you feel unwell the matron will also arrange for vaccinations, annual medical and dental check ups. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[>img[./images/Screenshot_11.png]]\nLost and found objects are kept in lockers outside the nurse’s room. Clothes or personal equipment should be marked with your name or uniform number and expensive items should not be brought to school.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[<img[./images/Screenshot_12.png]]\nThe fire alarm is a loud continuous siren. If this sounds you must immediately leave the school building by the nearest external door and walk quickly and quietly to the playing fields where a register will be taken. On no account should you re-enter a building unless you have been told by a member of staff that it is safe to return. Occasionally there may be more than one alarm in one day, each alarm must be treated equally seriously, you never know when one of them may be a real fire. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[>img[./images/Screenshot_13.png]]\nOlder students may drive to school only if they have a UAE driving licence and have provided a letter from their parents / guardian. These letters should be given to Mr. Swinney, the Year 12 and 13 Co-ordinator.\n\nStudents who drive to school have a responsibility to drive safely and should not give lifts to other students unless written permission has been obtained from their parents/guardian. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

A successful education requires regular attendance at school. If you are absent we ask your parents to contact the school before 9:00am. If no call is received by this time we will contact your home.\n\nAny request for time away from school should be made to the Headmaster.\n\nThere is a minimum requirement that you should attend for at least 85% of days if you are to graduate from the school. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

Homework is an important part of your school day and should generally take the times shown here:\n[<img[./images/Screenshot_19.png]]\n|Years 7 and 8|20 – 60 minutes|\n|Year 9|20 – 60 minutes|\n|Years 10 – 13|30 – 60 minutes|\n\nA homework diary is contained within your school filo-fax and it is very important that you complete this when work is set. Parents/guardians are asked to check their son’s homework and use the diary as a way of communicating with the school if there are any questions or concerns. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

A small number of students remain at school each afternoon to complete their homework. These students work in the library between 3:20 and 4:15. This is a quiet working area and if you would like to stay and joint the homework club please speak to Mr. Reid.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[>img[./images/Screenshot_14.png]]\nAll students are expected to arrive between 7:30 and 7:50. If you arrive before 8:10 you should report directly to your Form Tutor. If, for any reason, you arrive at school after 8:10 please report to the main reception area where you must sign in on the form provided and give the reason for your late arrival. You will then be given a note which you should show to Mr. Shahparaki or your Co-ordinator before going to your lesson. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[<img[./images/Screenshot_15.png]]\nIt is important that you arrive at each lesson with the correct equipment. For any lesson which involves writing you should always bring the following:\n*Blue / black ballpoint or rollerball pen\n*Pencil\n*Pencil sharpener\n*Eraser\n*30cm ruler\nSome subjects will also require a calculator or coloured crayons. It is your responsibility to make sure that you have these items at the beginning of each lesson. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

You are provided with a locker and may fit your own combination padlock. It is important that you make good use of your locker. It is not helpful or healthy to be carrying all your books and equipment from lesson to lesson. You should collect the books and equipment you need for the following two lessons before school, at morning break and at lunchtime. \n\nBags should be left on the racks provided and should never be left blocking doorways or corridors where they can cause accidents.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[>img[./images/Screenshot_16.png]]\nYou are fortunate in being provided with good quality textbooks and learning resources. It is your responsibility to keep these in good condition and to return them to the school at the end of each course. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

In the secondary section you will be allocated to one of the four teams. Each of these is based on a colour from the UAE flag.\n\nSchool sporting events, competitions and the merit system all earn points for your team. The winning team will be announced at the end of the school year.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[>img[./images/Screenshot_17.png]]\nYou should only leave before the end of the day if you have permission. When leaving the school you must sign out on the form provided in the reception area and you will then be given a slip of paper to hand to the policeman at the gate.\n\nIf you return to school before the end of the school day you must remember to sign back in at reception. \n\nWhenever possible dental and doctor appointments should be made outside the school day.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

There is a range of activities after school which you may take part in. It is important that if you are staying for any reason that you sign the form outside the Nurse’s office giving the reason you are staying and your location. This is very important in case there is a fire or emergency anywhere in the school. If you are staying after school you should always be under the direct supervision of a member of staff. You must also make sure that your parents or guardians know that you are staying after school.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[>img[./images/Screenshot_18.png]]\nMost Thursdays there is an opportunity to take part in a sport or activity to give you the chance to try new things and develop skills and interests. You will have the opportunity to try three or four activities each year. All students take part in these and the activity programme is organised by Mr. ~McLaughlin. \n\nSome activities take place outside school and it is important that you arrive on time for the school bus and that you remember that you are representing the school at all times. \n\nAt the end of Thursday activities students who have been in school should change back in to school uniform.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

Rashid School is a large organisation containing over 600 people of different ages, religions and nationalities. It is central to the success of our school that we all show respect and courtesy to all its members. Our rules and guidelines are designed to help you get the best from your time at Rashid School.\n[<img[./images/Screenshot_20.png]]\nWhen you arrive for a lesson wait outside the classroom until your teacher asks you to enter. When you enter the room sit quietly and wait for the lesson to begin. Listen carefully to your teacher’s instructions and be careful not to call out or interrupt the lesson. Work hard and try your best at all times. At the end of the lesson remember that the bell is the signal for the teacher. Wait until the teacher asks you to leave the lesson. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[<img[./images/Screenshot_26.png]]\nExaminations are an important part of the school year. Behaviour during examinations must be of the highest standard and you should work carefully and in silence. You must not allow others to see what you have written, bring notes into the examination room or communicate with other students in any way. \n\nAny form of cheating in school or external examinations will be dealt with as a serious incident and no mark will be awarded in an examination if there is any concern about a student’s behaviour. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

We have eight school buses and many students travel to and from school each day in these. The buses are also used for trips and activities throughout the week.\n[>img[./images/Screenshot_27.png]]\nWhen travelling on the bus it is important that your behaviour does not distract the driver. You should be seated at all times and wearing the seatbelt provided. In the morning and after school Year 12 & 13 students are asked to set an example and monitor the behaviour of the younger students. If students misbehave or distract the driver they will lose the privilege of travelling on the school bus. \n\nIn the morning it is important to be at your designated pick up point waiting for the bus as any delay causes problems for all the other passengers. The pick up points are sometimes near your home but in many cases they are a short walk from where you live. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

Be friendly, polite and welcoming if you meet a visitor to the school. Say ‘good morning’ or ‘good afternoon’, if you think they may be lost, offer to help. Always hold open doors and let visitors pass through first. \n\nIf you are in a lesson or assembly that involves a visitor always listen carefully and show an interest in what is being said.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

We are fortunate to have buildings and equipment of high quality and we are all responsible for making sure that the school remains attractive, welcoming and safe.\n\nWhen moving between lessons walk quickly, but don’t run.\n\nThe classroom block is open from 7:30am onwards and you may use this building between this time and 3:15. For reasons of safety you should not be in the Science/Art block, Main Hall or Sound Technology buildings before school, at morning break or at lunchtime. \n\nThe majlis area and bathrooms next to the library are for use by Year 7 students only.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

At morning break and at lunchtime you may use the central garden area to relax or play. However, please be careful not to damage any of the plants by jumping over or pushing through them.\n[>img[./images/Screenshot_21.png]]\nAt lunchtime you may also use the playing field, but you should finish any football or ball games at 1:00 pm so that you have time to get ready for afternoon lessons.\n\nYou are also asked to make sure that the tables and eating area are left in a clean and tidy state. The aim should be to leave the dining area as you would wish to find it. Do not take food or drinks out of the dining hall.\n\nThere is a timetable showing when different year groups should come for lunch. Please do not arrive before this time. Towards the end of lunch serving finishes ten minutes before afternoon lessons. \n\nWater is provided at many locations around the school. It is important to drink plenty of water, but be careful not to waste plastic cups and use the waste bins provided.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

[>img[./images/Screenshot_22.png]]\nThe school Mosque is available for all the members of the school to use and your Islamic Studies teachers will encourage you to make good use of the Mosque during the day. A member of the Arabic and Islamic Studies department is always available in the Mosque to lead prayers every lunchtime. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

After entering the assembly you should find a seat quickly and may talk quietly until the event is about to start. It is important to listen quietly during any assembly or concert and to show respect for students and staff running the activity.\n\nIf awards are being given it is generally best to wait until all awards are completed before applauding the complete group. Calling out or ‘booing’ is never acceptable.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

[<img[./images/Screenshot_23.png]]\nAt times you may have the honour of representing Rashid School for Boys in a sporting activity. Remember at all times that your behaviour reflects upon yourself, your family and the school. It is important to be fair and sporting and to learn to be a good winner as well as a good loser. Students who are unable to maintain this level of courtesy will not be selected to represent the school, however good they may be at a particular sport.\n\nAt the end of any inter-school activity always thank and shake hands with the students and staff from the other school. It is very important that you are reliable and turn up on time for any school activity. Representing the school is an honour and an important commitment.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

When on school trips you are representing the school and behaviour when travelling and when on the activity must be of the highest standards. Respect and courtesy towards others are an important part of any out of school activity.

[>img[./images/Screenshot_24.png]]\nIf a student needs to phone home they may use the telephone in the reception area. If you need to use this then you should request permission from the receptionist in a courteous manner. Students should only use the internal school phones in an emergency.\n\nIt is not recommended to bring mobile phones to school. They can cause interruptions to lessons and are easily lost or damaged. However, if you need to bring a phone it should be handed to your Form Tutor at the beginning of the day and collected again at the 3:15. If you do not hand your phone to the Form Tutor it will be taken from you and kept by your Form Tutor for one week.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

The Internet is a valuable learning resource and you will have access to it though the Rashid School computer network. It is your responsibility to use it wisely as it can provide useful information for many areas of the curriculum. Older students can also receive and send e-mails through the school network.\n[>img[./images/Screenshot_25.png]]\nAs a computer user you must not :-\n*send emails or attachments that may contain computer viruses;\n*bring floppy discs in to school that might also be contaminated;\n*attempt to access websites which are inappropriate for school use; \n*download information from the Internet which you then say is your own. \nAll Internet access and e-mails are constantly monitored by school staff. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

Rashid School is a community, and like all communities it is built on shared respect for each other. You are not expected to like everybody, but you are expected to treat others, both staff and students, with courtesy and respect.\n\nThe use of insults, name calling or inappropriate language towards others is totally unacceptable and immediate action will be taken if this occurs. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

Standards of behaviour at Rashid School are high and suspension and expulsion is therefore extremely rare. A student can be suspended from school if their behaviour is considered unacceptable, disruptive or dangerous. A suspension will usually last between one day and one week and there will be a meeting with the student’s parents/guardians before they are re-admitted. Suspensions are recorded on the student’s file. Students who have difficulty controlling their own behaviour are given support and counselling as part of our pastoral programme. \n\nA student would be expelled from school only after a very serious incident or after a lengthy process where our support has been shown to be unsuccessful. Any permanent expulsion from the school must be approved by the Ruler’s Office. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

Every student has the right to learn without disruption from other pupils. Many of our rules for behaviour are built around the importance of respecting this right. A student who is unable to control his own behaviour will be warned, but if the poor behaviour continues he will be sent for referral. \n\nA student sent for referral should report immediately to a member of staff in the Reception area or Mr. Shahparaki in the administration building, where a member of staff will supervise the student until it is considered that it is suitable for them to return to class. Students who are sent to referral are asked to complete a written report concerning their behaviour.\n\nIn serious incidents or if there is frequent concern parents/guardian will also be contacted.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

[>img[./images/Screenshot_28.png]]\nIf your teachers have a major concern about your behaviour, attitude or effort then you may be put ‘on report’. This involves taking a report card to each lesson where your teachers will write a comment about your progress. The report card is intended as a support and not a punishment. However, it is your responsibility to make sure that it is shown each day to your form tutor and parents/guardians.\n\nYou will come ‘off report’ when your teachers are satisfied with your progress.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]] \n

If a teacher is unhappy with your work or behaviour then this will be reported to your Form Tutor. If you have failed to complete your homework you may be asked to complete a lunchtime detention. \n\nIf the concern is a serious one you may receive an after school detention. These are between 3:30pm and 4:30pm on Tuesday and your parents/guardian will be contacted to inform them of the reason for the detention. The detention takes place in the Boardroom near the Headmaster’s Office and students are set written work or reading during this time. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

[<img[./images/Screenshot_29.png]]\nYou should make every attempt to get to your lessons on time. Five minutes before the end of morning break and before the end of lunchtime there is a warning bell. This is a signal for you to go to your next lesson and you should be outside the classroom with all your books and equipment when the lesson bell rings. \n\nLateness to lessons will be dealt with by your class teacher but if the problem continues it will be referred to your Form Tutor and Year Group Co-ordinator for further action.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

Smoking is not allowed at school or when travelling on school trips or activities. Any student found in the possession of tobacco, cigarettes or lighters will be immediately suspended from school.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

Objects that could cause disruption to a lesson or lead to an accident should not be brought to school. Such items include fireworks, knives or other sharp objects. \n\nThe school has the right to search locked areas if there is a reasonable belief that a student has something not allowed on campus. A student may also be asked to show what is contained in pockets, bags or containers if there is a reasonable suspicion of the possession of objects that are disruptive to the school. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

If you deliberately damage, break or spoil any school property you will be asked to pay for the cost of any replacement or repair. We are extremely fortunate to have such an attractive and well-resourced school and vandalism will not be tolerated.\n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]

If a student is causing concern his name will be placed on the Deputy Head’s List, if the concern is very serious he will go on to the Headmaster’s List. A student who receives two red Progress Sheets will automatically go on to this list.\n\nWhen on the Headmaster’s List a contract will be written and agreed to help the student improve. The contract will be signed by the student, his parents / guardians and the Headmaster. His progress will then be reviewed at regular intervals. Failure to make improvements may lead to a student being asked to leave the school. \n\n[[End of item - go back to index|Index]]\n

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__Section One: School aims__\n[[1.1 Aims of the school]]\n__Section Two: Key staff__\n[[2.1 Leadership Team]]\n[[2.2 Year Group Co-ordinators]]\n[[2.3 Heads of Departments]]\n[[2.4 Administration and support staff]]\n[[2.5 Knowledge and Human Development Authority]]\n__Section Three: Curriculum, student progress and awards__\n[[3.1 The school curriculum]]\n[[3.2 Coursework and deadlines]]\n[[3.3 Reporting progress]]\n[[3.4 Merits and commendations]]\n[[3.5 Annual awards]]\n[[3.6 Graduation requirements]]\n[[3.7 Information for parents]]\n__Section Four: Student support, welfare and safety__\n[[4.1 The role of Co-ordinators and Form Tutors]]\n[[4.2 Bullying policy]]\n[[4.3 Student Council]]\n[[4.4 Healthy eating]]\n[[4.5 Physical Education]]\n[[4.6 School Nurse]]\n[[4.7 Lost and found]]\n[[4.8 Fire alarm and emergency procedures]]\n[[4.9 Student cars]]\n[[4.10 Student Support Service]]\n__Section Five: The school day and organization__\n[[5.1 Absence from school]]\n[[5.2 Lateness to school]]\n[[5.3 Student stationery and equipment]]\n[[5.4 Bags and lockers]]\n[[5.5 School textbooks]]\n[[5.6 Coloured teams]]\n[[5.7 Leaving school early]]\n[[5.8 After school activities]]\n[[5.9 Thursday afternoon activities]]\n[[5.11 Homework]]\n[[5.12 Homework Club]]\n__Section Six: Guidelines for good behaviour__\n[[6.1 Behaviour in lessons]]\n[[6.2 Using school buildings]]\n[[6.3 Using the school grounds and dining room]]\n[[6.4 Rashid School Mosque]]\n[[6.5 Assemblies and concerts]]\n[[6.6 School sports teams]]\n[[6.7 School trips and activities]]\n[[6.8 School telephones and mobile phones]]\n[[6.9 The Internet and school computer network]]\n[[6.10 Examination conduct]]\n[[6.11 Travelling on school buses]]\n[[6.12 Visitors to school]]\n__Section Seven: Improving unacceptable behaviour__\n[[7.1 Courtesy and respect for others]]\n[[7.2 The student referral system]]\n[[7.3 Student report cards]]\n[[7.4 Lunchtime and after school detentions]]\n[[7.5 Lateness to lessons]]\n[[7.6 Smoking and cigarettes in school]]\n[[7.7 Dangerous or unsuitable items]]\n[[7.8 Vandalism and damage to school property]]\n[[7.9 Headmaster’s List and the Deputy Head’s List]]\n[[7.10 Suspension and expulsion from school]]

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2007 / 2008 - Secondary

''Rashid School for Boys''\nStudent and Parent Handbook

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