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Roots School System, in pursuance of the policies as per the student charter and as detailed in the school prospectus and home school agreement, seeks to achieve its objectives within an agreed ‘Student Code of Conduct’. If there is evidence that students have breached or broken the student Code of Conduct, the ‘Student Disciplinary Procedure’ will be used. (You can obtain a full copy of the ‘Student Disciplinary Procedure’ from the school manager or Branch Head) Misconduct is behaviour that: • interferes with the safe functioning of the School/College or of those who study, work or teach in the School/College, or • otherwise damages the School/College or its reputation, or • constitutes a criminal offence In the event of a serious breach, criminal misconduct, or where it is believed that the health, safety or welfare of others may be jeopardised by the continuing presence of a person or persons they will be suspended or withdrawn from the school/college admissions register immediately. In relation to the core activity of teaching and learning, students are expected to: • adopt a diligent and co-operative approach to all aspects of academic life and • accept responsibility in creating a supportive educational community in which everyone can self manage their learning. Throughout their period of involvement with the Roots School System, students are expected to abide by the student code of conduct which is based upon respect for individuals, teachers, management, race, culture, religion, background, property and the environment. The following actions, whether occurring on school/college premises or elsewhere, are examples of conduct which is not acceptable to the Roots School System and may lead to instigation of formal disciplinary procedures: • Conduct which constitutes a criminal offence e.g. assault, theft, fraud, deceit, deception or dishonesty. • Plagiarism, Violent, indecent, disorderly, threatening, abusing, intimidating or offensive behaviour or language towards any student, teacher or member of administration and management • Social, racial or any other form of harassment. • Misuse, misappropriation, theft or damage of school/college property. • Action, likely to cause injury or to impair Health and safety procedures. • Action, likely to cause injury or to impair electrical, gas and fire safety procedures. • Failure to respect the rights of others to freedom of belief and freedom of speech. • Behaviour which brings the Institution into disrepute. E.g. such conduct as abusive, anti-social or discourteous behaviour, inconsiderate noise or parking, disregard of the school parking code, causing litter and especially criminal damage to private property, school signs or vehicles. • Disruption of, or improper interference with, the academic, administrative, sporting, social or other activities of the school/college. • Obstruction of, or improper interference with, the functions, duties or activities of any student, member of staff, or visitor of the Institution. • Misuse or unauthorized use of school/college premises. • Failure to disclose personal details to a member of staff of Roots School System in circumstances in which it is reasonable to require that such information be given. • Breaches of any codes or regulations adopted by the Institution (e.g. Library or ICT room learning regulations). • Students found violating the school/college study time table shall be dealt with firmly. • Students found not wearing the school authorized uniform shall be dealt with firmly. • Students must always show respect to the teachers, faculty members, members of school administration and management • Students must not interfere in the functioning and conduct of the morning assembly presentations and national anthem • Students must not cheat in examinations, assignments or in course work. • Students must respect the property of other people and that of the School/College and its premises. • Students must not bring illegal substances onto school/College premises. • Smoking is not permitted within School/College buildings, premises and parking areas and is dealt with firmly may lead to withdrawal from the admissions register without further notice • Students must not bring the reputation of the College into disrepute through anti-social behaviour either on or off school/College premises. • Students must abide by reasonable instructions issued by a member of the School/College's staff or administration. • Mobile phones are not allowed and must be turned off in all areas at all times within the school/college premises and buildings. • Female students must not wear heels, jewellery, bangles, nail polish, earrings, fancy accessories and other ornaments within the school/college premises • Male students must not wear cap, hat, unauthorised belt, bandana, boots and other fancy accessories within the school/college premises • Individuals bringing vehicles, cars, motorcycles onto School/College premises must observe parking and speed restrictions and drive with care and consideration for others. • Individuals must abide by the IT Code of Practice. Behaviour that contravenes the Roots School System ‘Student Code of Conduct‘ will be dealt with through the ‘Student Disciplinary Procedure’. Any conduct that constitutes misconduct against the ‘Student code of conduct’ will be regarded as a breach of the ‘Student Code of Conduct’ and will be subject to firm action by the school/college administration or Branch Head, which may lead to withdrawal from the admissions register without further notice.
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