KG - ES Student Parent Handbook - 5SEP2022

POLICIES AND
PROCEDURES HANDBOOK
KG and ELEMENTARY
Parents and Students
2022 – 2023
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Vision: “To educate each individual to reach his/her full potential in a sustainable and caring community that fosters excellence and responsibility”
Content Page
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Dusk Profile
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DUSK Profile Core Values
Faculty Names and Email
CEO of DUSK Message

Principal of KG/ES Message
General Information about DUSK: KG/ES
Introduction and School
School assembly Page 7 - 9
Information
Facilities
Canteen
Registration Policy
School Timings
Examples of Timetable
Grade Levels KG/ES
Accreditation
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Curriculum Statement
Course Description (KG/ES) –all subjects
Grading and Grading Scale per subject
Academics Students Assessment Understanding
Quizzes and Homework
Google Classroom
Evaluation Tools
Exam and Cheating
Exam and Lateness
Attendance
Academic Referral Process
School Rules and Expectations

School Chart of Discipline & Consequences
Uniforms
Code of Conduct Page 28 - 33
Cellphones
Gifts
Counseling
Child Protection Policy
Health and Safety Anti- Bullying Page 34 - 36
Covid Prevention
School Appointments/Channels of Communication:
• Students
Communication • Parents Page 36 - 37
Report Card Days
Parent Council
Special Days
Student Council
Star of the Quarter
Honor Roll Policy
Student Life Page 37 - 43
Field Trips
Lockers
Lost and Found
Transport Policy
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DUSK Profile 2022/2023
Danah Universal School of Kuwait ‫مدرسة الدانة العالمية في الكويت‬

Our Motto: “Education for Tomorrow’s World”
Contact Us: Follow Us:

Tel: (+965) 22218123, 66402055 www.dusk-kw.net
Fax: (+965) 25640856 – 25662549 Danah Universal School of Kuwait
Email: info@aldanahbsk.net dusk_kw
Address: Salwa, Block 1, Salem Bin Tawain dusk_kw
Aldaway St. (St. 100)
P.O Box: 7701, Salmiya – 22088 – Kuwait
Our Vision:
“To educate each individual to reach his/her full potential in a sustainable and caring community that fosters
excellence and responsibility”
Our Mission:
Danah Universal School of Kuwait (DUSK) offers a challenging and caring educational environment, in which
students are active participants in the learning process.
DUSK fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills, to ensure its students achieve their full potential as
individuals and as members of the global community.
Our Objectives:
DUSK aims to provide a supportive environment in which learners can develop their academic potential, their
personal and social awareness, and their academic talents to pursue interests and subjects for entrance into MS/HS
and through to universities, academies, colleges and future endeavors.
We seek to develop the intellectual, physical and aesthetic potential for our students, along with moral
sensitivity. Students will learn how to analyze, synthesize and evaluate new situations with confidence and
creativity. In education, we focus on the development of the student as a whole.
We encourage all members of the school community to play an active part in the instructional well-being of each
and every student.
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Our Core Values:
At DUSK, core values are given significance throughout the school year and align with our activities and special
events. There are 12 core values in total.
Core Value Core Value Month Placement

Respect September
Responsibility October
Creativity and Curiosity November
Commitment and Enthusiasm December
Confidence January
Independence February
Empathy and Tolerance March
Co-Operation April
Appreciation May
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School Administration
Mr. Abdullah AlSayegh – CEO
Ms. Shaima Shakir - HOA
Ms. Joy Anne Washburn – Principal KG/ES
Ms. Sanette Oosthuizen– Academic Facilitator
Ms. Basma Al Morsy – KG & Elementary Supervisor
School Guidance Staff

Mr. Tamer Hussain- School Counselor
Head Teacher of KG/ES

Ms. Abrar Daher
School Health Services

Ms. Jincy Jose – Nurse
Email and Contacts

Principal: joy.washburn@aldanahbsk.net
School Counselor: tamer.hussein@aldanahbsk.net
Head Teacher: abrar.daher@aldanahbsk.net
Supervisor: basma.almorsy@aldanahbsk.net
School Nurse: school.nurse@aldanahbsk.net
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CEO Message of Welcome DUSK
Dear Parents and Students of 2022-2023
It is with great opportunity and blessings for success that I greet you all this year. My wish for all
parents and students is that the academic year of 2022-2023 invites much growth and academic
development within our school community.
The handbook is an important document that outlines the structure and guidelines for us as a school
and brings us together in union of expectations and school processes. The DUSK vision and mission
of the handbook is to empower and educate all stakeholders so that a sense of belonging and
understanding of our shared goals is, and remains, our core approach to learning.
Our administrators, teachers, staff and myself invite you all to enjoy and develop in the upcoming
academic year. To each and every one of us, a year of continued excellence.
DUSK CEO
Mr. Abdullah Al Sayegh
Principal KG/ES Message of Welcome

Salam Alikum
Welcome Everyone
It is both my honor and pleasure to welcome parents, students, and families to another exciting year
at Danah Universal School. Our Elementary is focused on promoting skills and understanding that
foster academic, social, and emotional growth for today‟s world and beyond. Our program and
multicultural staff provide a safe and healthy environment for young minds to flourish.
It takes an entire community of people to interact with children and support them as they grow and
develop. Together, we work to encourage an environment of learning and well –being. I would like
to thank all of you for helping us give your child a high-quality American education.
DUSK KG/ES-Principal
Ms. Joy Anne Washburn.
DUSK: Information About KG/ES Department

• DUSK is situated in one of the most central localities in Kuwait.
• The KG/ES department is supported by a separate Nursery School company called SMART making
the transition from nursery years to KG a seamless migration.
• The School has a supportive and knowledgeable administrative, teaching and supervisory staff.
• The School’s positive culture contributes to effective teaching and learning. Teachers and students
are both consistently monitored and evaluated to ensure quality instruction and student development.
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• Various communication opportunities are provided to all stakeholders to create a strong school-
home partnership.
• KG/ES has a model core community of students and teachers that ensures each
child is able to receive individual attention and focus.
• Remedial classes across all subjects are offered to assure parent and student that their academic
needs are upheld, valued and given the appropriate attention as per need.
• Multi-cultural approach to learning with administrators and teachers from all corners of the globe to
advance and encourage cultural acceptance and cultural diversity.
Assembly
As per MOE assemblies are integral to the school identity and align with the core values of DUSK.
The National Anthem and allegiance to Kuwait is acknowledged in these proceedings.
Students will be asked to participate and co-ordinate functions within the assembly body.
Facilities
DUSK KG/ES department has one fully equipped computer lab, music room, and an art
room, one ES Science lab, one library, one outdoor play-ground, canteen, gym and swimming
pool and a media room.
Canteen/Lunch
DUSK canteen offers students a wide range of edibles during the two official breaks. DUSK
also encourages healthy snacks and lifestyle for the physical health and well-being of all our
students. Our breaks are divided and spaced incorporate time for prayer during second break
which is longer than first break.
Registration Policy
Procedure for registering at DUSK for new academic year is as follows:
• Registrar must check if there is any seat available in the grade before asking for any documents.
• If seat is available, registrar will collect the basic documents required to register from the
student. The documents are as follows:
1. Civil ID and Passport copies
2. Last three years report cards
3. Behavior Report from the previous school
• If the registrar finds anything that is concerning about the student after the first impression, she/he is
required to call the school counselor speak with the student.
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• After checking all required documents for eligibility, registrar will call the parents and set a date for the
interview with the Principal and Counselor.
Once the interview is done the Principal and Counselor will check:
• The student meets the Principal who will check if the criteria is met. If after interview and Admission
Academic tests are passed the student can be enrolled.
Or
• If the student fails to pass the interview, the Counselor will inform the parents that will be notified later about
the decision.
• If the student passes the interview, the registrar will give the certificate of Conduct form to be filed and
stamped by the previous school. While returning to DUSK with the form a No Objection document will be
given to the student to continue his process of registration.
• Once we receive all documents the Registrar will sign on the document checklist and send the parents to the
cashier for payment.
ACADEMICS
School Timings
Students are required to start being present at school from 7:10am
KG Timings
7:30am - First Period
1:00 pm - Home Time
Grade 1 to G4
7:35am – First Period
2:10pm – Home Time
Gate keepers/supervisors are on duty to accept students from 6:50 am daily.
Early Dismissal Thursday: Home Time 12:00pm. This applies from KG to G4.
Ramadan timings also change during the school year and the updated timetable is sent to all students and parents
timeously.
Facilities
DUSK KG/ES department has one fully equipped computer lab, music room, and an art
room, one ES Science lab, one library, one outdoor play-ground, canteen, gym and swimming
pool and a media room.
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Canteen/Lunch
DUSK canteen offers students a wide range of edibles during the two official breaks. DUSK
also encourages healthy snacks and lifestyle for the physical health and well-being of all our
students. Our breaks are divided and spaced to incorporate time for prayer during second
break which is longer than first break.
Registration Policy
Procedure for registering at DUSK for new academic year is as follows:
• Registrar must check if there is any seat available in the grade before asking for any documents.
• If seat is available, registrar will collect the basic documents required to register from the
student. The documents are as follows:
1. Civil ID and Passport copies
2. Last three years report cards
3. Behavior Report from the previous school
• If the registrar finds anything that is concerning about the student after the first
impression, she/he is required to call the school counselor speak with the student.
• After checking all required documents for eligibility, registrar will call the parents and set
a date for the interview with the Principal and Counselor.
Once the interview is done the Principal and Counselor will check:
• The student meets the Principal who will check if the criteria is met. If after interview and
Admission Academic tests are passed the student can be enrolled.
Or
• If the student fails to pass the interview, the Counselor will inform the parents that will be
notified later about the decision.
• If the student passes the interview, the registrar will give the certificate of Conduct form to be
filed and stamped by the previous school. While returning to DUSK with the form a No
Objection document will be given to the student to continue his process of registration.
• Once we receive all documents the Registrar will sign on the document checklist and send the
parents to the cashier for payment.
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ACADEMICS
KG1 & KG2
Grade Levels:
KG & Elementary School
KG1 KG2
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Accreditation
DUSK is an accredited school by COGNIA. COGNIA assessments are done throughout the year at a
stipulated time on the academic calendar to ensure that the Common Core Standards are being applied
within the curriculum and to ensure COGNIA assessment standards for quality of teaching and
learning are being upheld. COGNIA assessments start from G3 upwards. These assessments also help
the school assess how our students are performing against a national as well as international standard.
General Overview of the Curriculum from KG to ES

KG and Grade One
In our KG section as well as Grade One, the emphasis is on skill-based foundational knowledge with
the core skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening being applied in the language of instruction -
English. Numeracy skills are also of paramount importance to the curriculum and Science is taught
within the framework of learning about the natural world and the environment. Islamic is also a focus
for the spiritual nourishment of each learner. Arabic is a core mother-tongue language taught from
KG onwards.
Grade Two to Grade Four
It is from Grade two that students in ES start to apply their foundational knowledge to a more
intensive program across all major subjects and minor subjects. The focus starts to incorporate more
knowledge rich content and application of the content into critical thinking processes such as compare
and contrast, interpret, summarize, develop and explain with evidence and research. Subject
integration becomes a key learning dimension to engage the learner with the dynamic understanding
that all subjects have an inter-relationship with each other. This key concept is displayed through
projects, discussion and classwork. From G2 onwards assessments are graded and weighted by
formative and summative assessment categories. COGNIA assessments for English Language are
given from G3 onwards.
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Standards and Application
DUSK follows the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Literacy and Mathematics and Next
Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for Science. The language of instruction is English for major
subjects. Arabic is a major subject taught in the mother tongue. Arabic as a Foreign Language is
offered for non-Arabic speakers. French is taught as a 3rd language in G4 (onwards). The other
subjects offered are Art, Computer Studies, Music, IT, Physical Education and Arabic Social Studies
(G4 onwards). Islamic is part of the core teaching for Religious Instruction.
Parent Lesson Plans
School Lesson Plans are uploaded weekly onto an online template called a Parent Lesson Plan (PLP) to
ensure that parents are updated and informed about academic processes, assignments, homework,
quizzes and tests.
How Our Learners are Assessed
Students are assessed quarterly through an examination process starting from G2. DUSK quarterly
exams monitor the achievement of the skills in the particular grade and the readiness for the next
grade after S2. Hands-on activities and real-world problems/solution-based learning are part of the
practical instructional strategy. Students are prepared not only to participate in independent activities
but also through group participation activities. The outcome of the Elementary School program
empowers the students with acquired skills, knowledge and confidence to enter Middle School
successfully.
Course Description for KG/ES
English KG/ES
English is the language of all major subjects at DUSK. The English Program is paramount to the
success of other subjects within the English Subject Curriculum.
Common Core Standards are applied from KG onwards in English. In KG learners experience the
world of phonics and letter formation and blended sounds. There is a strong emphasis on reading and
language acquisition through speaking and play. The text book for KG upwards is Journeys. Our
curriculum builds on language acquisition through tiered learning structures, placing more skills and
knowledge blocks into the program as the curriculum develops and matures across age groups.
The four major skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening are the key structures to the program.
Reading is taught for enjoyment as well as for understanding concepts and literary devices especially
as the grade levels advance.
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The Key Indicators of the English Program are:
• Research and evidence based approach to learning (Common Core Standards application).
• Various and diverse focus of texts: Fiction, non-fiction, compare and contrast of texts,
Narratives, Poetry, Informational text, fables, myths and legends.
• Rigorous content that cements and bridges knowledge through higher-order critical thinking
skills. The focus of language fluency is paramount and links language use across all subjects
for understanding, e.g. Math & Science Literacy .
• Builds upon, by grade, the core standards into more complex structures of academic growth.
• Students learn the foundations of grammar to enhance communication and academic
discourse.
• Speaking is emphasized for confidence, language learning and mastery of the language to
enhance immersion and discovery.
• Listening for inquiry and critical thinking.
• Reading is the focus for not only academic gain but also for enjoyment.
• Writing is imperative to communication and the focus is on grammar as a communication
device, spelling and enhanced vocabulary to support expression of each student.
Math
The Math Curriculum also starts from the Common Core Standards for Math from KG onwards.
Numeracy and Math Language skills are the foundational aspects for future student growth and
success. From KG the student learns to group, play, solve, color, understand numbers and their value
and build upon each aspect of learning into a more detailed and tiered complexity to the subject. Real
life examples are given predominance so that learners can engage with real life solutions. Math is
taught as a concrete learning model and not as an abstract concept. The Math Program applies Go
Math for KG and up to G4. All fields and genres of Math are taught at the lower levels so that
students get a holistic perspective of the avenues of the Math subject e.g. geometry, basics of algebra,
calculus and arithmetic. The Go Math program has visual
texts, aids and guides to support teacher and learner.
Science
The Science curriculum at DUSK is based on Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to raise the
level of science literacy and achievement in our students. A well-structured curriculum is
thoughtfully crafted to incorporate the dimensions of Science into a wealth of learning experiences in
the scientific realm. The K-4 program builds a ground for our students that helps to engage students,
promote active learning and deep thinking, sparks an interest in science, creates enduring
understanding and builds problem-solving skills. Curriculum work continues to seek ways to be more
effective, relevant, and to create lifelong learners.
From KG to G4 students learn about both the natural and physical world with emphasis on seeing the
world through an empathetic lens so as to preserve the world that all beings share.
The text book that builds on these skills to ensure learning and growth is Science Dimensions. The
structure of the book teaches to the Common Core Standards and invites research based learning
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through curiosity and discovery. The key idea in KG/ES is to support all the Science foundational
fields: life sciences, biology, physics and environmental studies. These sub-fields broaden the
student’s understanding of Science and lays the groundwork for future specialization in MS/HS.
IT
The IT curriculum at DUSK is based on Standards of Learning (SOL) for Digital Learning Integration
and the 2017 Computer Science Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools.
The IT department and subject encourages DUSK students to become active and independent users of
technology. Being creative global collaborators is now more important than ever before. Students are
able to understand and solve, real life problem using different software and technology. We equip
students with skills that they will use in all other subjects to complete work, research and other
activities.
There are six main topics covered throughout the course:
1. Basic Operation.
2. Social and Ethical issues.
3. Technology Research tools.
4. Technology Communication tools.
5. Critical thinking skills, Problem solving and Decision making.
Both theory and practical are applied in this course. Communication and practice indicate that our
students are learning by doing. The text book used in ES is Oxford International Primary
Computing Students and is a complete six year primary computing course that takes a real-life project-
based learning approach to teaching young learners the value and importance of information technology
in today’s world.
Arabic Department & Arabic AFL
Arabic is taught from KG upwards. Arabic is fundamental to our language department at DUSK and
is offered as both a mother-tongue language as well as Arabic as a Foreign Language. All core
content is directed by the MOE and assessments, tests, projects and material are monitored through
and with their agency. The focus of Arabic in KG/ES is to lay the foundations for language
acquisition in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Students focus on Arabic as a formal subject
and communicative device. Poetry and literature are also taught to build upon the student’s aesthetic
learning development.
Islamic Department KG/ES
Islamic is taught to encourage our students to become active members of the Islamic Community.
Students are able to understand and interpret their lives through a spiritual lens. Their spiritual lives
are given predominance through the teachings derived from the Holy Quran and the Sunnah of the
Prophet (peace be upon him).
There are four main topics covered.
- Knowing the pillars of Islam.
- Social and ethical issues
- Thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Knowing the pillars of faith in Allah Almighty.
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Art
Art is taught from KG all the way into Elementary School. Art is the subject that explores creativity
and teaches spatial awareness as well as motor skill development primarily in the younger years. Art
is fundamental to empowering young learners with skills that build students into strong concept
managers and creative composers in design, art and craft and into more complex fine art processes
should the student wish to explore further in MS and HS. Our KG/ES students explore color, line and
form, portraiture, collage, composition and landscape to name but a few of the scope and sequence of
our Art program.
Music
Music in KG and Elementary is a vital tool for assisting with creativity, motor skill development and
co-ordination. It is implemented at DUSK as an opportunity for young learners to express themselves
through the language of music and movement. Our Music department has instruments that range
from guitars to xylophone as well as keyboard and percussion.
French
French is taught as a 3rd language from G4 onwards. The focus is on allowing learners to adopt an
international language for scope and knowledge. French is an international language that is in
accordance with the Middle Eastern/North African community of countries such as Lebanon, Algeria,
Tunisia and Morocco and other world francophone countries.. It is also the language of international
trade and development internationally. Students who study French acquire more advantage in the
wider world business community. It adheres to DUSK’s approach to cultural diversity, cultural
integration and multiculturalism. Students from G4 learn the basics of French: greetings, vocabulary,
expressions, phrasing and pronunciation all through the prism of the four skills: reading, writing,
speaking and listening.
Arabic Social Studies

Arabic Social Studies is taught from G4 onwards in Arabic. The focus is to bring learners in line
with development, history and the culture of the Middle Eastern Group of countries. Arabic Social
Studies is an MOE approved subject. Kuwait is given prominence in G4 to learn about the identity of
the country from geographical features to historical identity as well as climate and peoples. Learners
study the geography, history and culture of the world around them given special impetus to the Gulf
region of countries.
PE
At DUSK we believe that the physical well-being is as important as the mental growth of each
student. Physical Education not only gets our students moving and playing games but teaches
valuable skills such as team building, team-work and individual feelings of success and
accomplishment. It is a powerful addendum to the curriculum and hones motor skill training and
physical agility and health and wellness. Team sports, in school competition and extra-curricular
teams are encouraged at DUSK.
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Letter Grades used at DUSK(Grade 2-Grade 12)
Letter Grade Percentage
A+ 97-100
A 93-96
A- 90-92
B+ 87-89
B 83-86
B- 80-82
C+ 77-79
C 73-76
C- 70-72
D+ 67-69
D 63-66
D- 60-62
F 59 and below
Grade Weight System
Marks Distribution
Subject
per Quarter
Assessment/Exam 40
Worksheet/Test 10
Classwork 15
English Homework 15
Attendance 10
Project/Presentation 10
Total 100
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Marks Distribution
Subject
per Quarter
Assessment/Exam 30
Worksheet/Test 15
Classwork/Participation 25
Mathematics Homework 10
Attendance 10
Math Activity 10
Total 100
Marks Distribution
Subject
per Quarter
Assessment/Exam 40
Worksheet/Test 15
Classwork 10
Science Homework 10
Attendance 10
Lab/Practical Work 15
Total 100
Marks Distribution
Subject
per Quarter
Assessment/Exam 30
Worksheet/Test 20
Classwork 20
Computer Homework 10
Attendance 10
Project 10
Total 100
Marks Distribution
Subjects
per Quarter
Assessment/Exam 30
Worksheet/Test 20
Classwork 20
French Homework 10
Attendance 10
Project 10
Total 100
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Marks Distribution
Subjects
per Quarter
Classwork 30
Supplies 20
Creativity 20
Art
Attendance 10
Project 20
Total 100
Marks Distribution
Subject
per Quarter
Classwork 35
Behavior 10
Self-Proficiency 15
Music
Attendance 15
Project/Presentation 25
Total 100
Marks Distribution
Subject
per Quarter
Discipline Behavior 30
Attendance 20
P.E. Motor skills and fitness 40
Uniform 10
Total 100
ASSESSMENTS (How are Learners Assessed)

• Projects
• Worksheets
• Pop quizzes for informal assessment
• Student Observations (ELEOT)
• Classwork
• Homework practice
• Informal teacher observations of students
• Exams and Tests (per quarter)
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ES (GRADE ONE to GRADE 4)
The key indicators of assessment are based on the following and highlighted by examples.
Informal Assessment: e.g. teacher observation during classwork activities, pop quizzes for general
assessment, writing samples, classwork worksheets to check with no value graded, teachers anecdotal
notes and updates.
Formal Assessment: e.g. projects, tests, quizzes for grading, worksheets for grading, final projects,
final essays and/or homework assessments, tests.
Summative Assessment: Exams, final projects, final essays, final reports, final portfolio assessments.
These activities are heavily weighted and contribute to the student’s report card and given either
quarterly or per semester.
Cognia Assessment: These skill based tests are given at a time to be announced on the academic
calendar. They are a valuable tool for alignment and contributing to the student’s and school’s
understanding of pacing, knowledge of skills and data for improvement for students.
ELEOT: Formal observation tool through COGNIA. ELEOT assesses how the student(s) are
responding and interacting with the lesson.
Google Classroom
While the KG/ES department has in class face to face learning, the use of Google
classroom is used as an aid to facilitate learning.
• All resources, worksheets and other materials are uploaded per quarter or per week to ensure that
each student has access to all work at all times.
• In the event of any school absence, the learning material is readily available for each student to
continue learning.
• Students and parents should ensure that they have access to a home computer and laptop to access
this learning tool.
Evaluation Tools:
Exams:
1. There are 4 periodical exams for all subjects in Grades 2 - 4.
2. Each exam covers the skills taught during the quarter, these cover the material taught during the
quarter and assess the cumulative knowledge and skills that have been identified and honed during
this specific learning phase and level ability.
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3. Students are provided with a study guide and revision that includes the list of skills and material
that will be tested through the exam.
4. The MOE approves all the Arabic department exams (included subjects are Arabic, Arabic SS,
Islamic Studies and Quran)
5. If a student is absent on the day of an exam with an excuse the admin will schedule his/her makeup
exam a week after the regular exam has taken place.
6. A different exam will be made for the absent student in question. The exam will be registered
with the same material but with shuffled or different questions to avoid any cheating.
7. If a student is absent on the day of exam without an excuse, he/she will receive a zero (0) in the exam
and their final grades will be based on the ongoing assessments covered in the final assessment chart.
8. The exam marks are entered in an assessment chart. Assessment charts include all the marks a
student receives during the quarter. The distribution of marks varies from stage to stage and
from subject to subject (please see the weighting grades for each subject above).
9. Exams are analyzed quarterly, according to the skills that have been covered. The results from the
exam analysis are used to identify weak areas of each individual student and help build a
student’s improvement plan.
EXAM AND CHEATING POLICY – MOE AND DUSK

GUIDELINES
DUSK has adopted a zero-tolerance policy to cheating. Any student caught cheating with concrete
evidence will have their paper confiscated immediately and receive a zero for that exam.
To breakdown this decision further DUSK has applied the following criteria extracted from MOE
guidelines on cheating.
1. If student is caught cheating the first time (ever) the student’s exam will be cancelled for that subject only.
Student will be given a warning, acknowledged by the Parents as well, and makeup Exam will be arranged.
2. If student is caught cheating again, second time the student will receive a zero in the Exam for that subject
only and No Makeup Exam will be conducted for it. This is at the discretion of the school.
3. If action is repeated a third time the student will be receiving an expulsion paper from the school.
What Constitutes Cheating According to MOE?

LEVEL ONE
➢ Talking or helping a fellow student in exams.
➢ Exchanging of exam papers between students.
➢ Any papers, smart phones, smart watches, or any other object with evidence of exam
material on the device or paper will constitute cheating.
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➢ If student writes a different name on their paper this is regarded as cheating.
➢ If student leaves with their exam paper out of the classroom this is considered cheating.
➢ If student tears up their exam paper and/or rejects to hand in their exam paper, this will also constitute cheating.
➢ If student writes directly onto another student’s paper this will constitute cheating.
➢ If student physically attacks proctors or teachers in and out of the classroom before, during or after exam this
will constitute cheating.
LEVEL TWO
➢ If a student turns around to ask another student(s) for help or attention this constitutes cheating.
➢ If a student sits on another seat not designated to him/her, this will constitute cheating.
➢ If student leaves the room before designated time without permission this will constitute cheating.
➢ Any student caught smoking in the school or room during exams, will constitute cheating.
LEVEL THREE
➢ If student makes a general disturbance this will constitute cheating.
➢ If student hits a proctor with any foreign item or physically attacks the proctor or teacher or verbally threatens
or swears at the proctor/teacher this will constitute cheating.
LEVEL FOUR
➢ If a student gets another student to sit in proxy for them during exam, this constitutes cheating.
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‫ سوف تسحب ورقة اختباره‬، ‫ وأي طالب يتم ضبطه بدليل ملموس‬، ‫تقر مدرسة الدانة العالمية عن عدم السماح بالغش أثناء فترة االمتحانات‬
‫صفر))وتعتبر عالمته‬
.‫ قامت مدرسة الدانة العالمية بتطبيق المعايير التالية المستخلصة من إرشادات وزارة التربية عن الغش‬،‫ولتوضيح هذا القرار‬
‫ وسيتم ارسال كتاب تحذير من الغش مرة‬، ) ‫➢ إذا تم ضبط الطالب بحالة غش للمرة األولى سوف يحصل على درجة (صفر في امتحان‬
. ‫ وسيتم ترتيب إعادة االمتحان له من قبل إدارة المدرسة‬، ‫أخرى وذلك بمعرفة ولي األمر‬
‫ فإن الطالب سوف يحصل على درجة ( صفر ) في المادة التي ضبط فيها‬،‫➢ إذا تم ضبط الطالب بحالة غش مرة أخرى في االمتحانات‬
. ‫بالغش ولن يعاد له االمتحان مرة أخرى‬
.‫➢ إذا تم ضبط الطالب بحالة غش للمرة الثالثة سوف يتم فصل الطالب من المدرسة‬
:‫ما يعتبر غشا وفقا لوزارة التربية‬
:‫الدرجة األولى‬
.‫ التحدث أو مساعدة طالب في االمتحانات‬.1
.‫ تبادل أوراق االمتحان بين الطالب‬.2
.‫ ساعات ذكية أو أي جهاز آخر يوجد عليه مواد متعلقة باالمتحان يعتبر غشا‬،‫ هواتف ذكية‬،‫ أي أوراق‬.3
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ً ‫ فهذا يعتبر غ‬،‫ إذا كتب الطالب اس ًما مختلفًا على ورقته‬.4
.‫شا‬
ً ‫ يعتبر هذا غ‬،‫ إذا غادر الطالب مع ورقة االمتحان خارج الفصل‬.5
.‫شا‬
.‫ فسيعتبر ذلك أيضًا غشا‬،‫ إذا قام الطالب بتمزيق ورقة االمتحان أو رفض تسليم ورقة االمتحان الخاصة به‬.6
ً ‫ فسيعتبر ذلك غ‬،‫ إذا كتب الطالب مباشرة على ورقة طالب آخر‬.7
.‫شا‬
.‫ إذا قام الطالب بمهاجمة المراقبين أو المدرسين جسديا ً داخل وخارج الفصل قبل أو أثناء أو بعد االمتﺣان فسيعتبر ذلك أيضًا غشا‬.8
:‫الدرجة الثانية‬
.‫ إذا كان الطالب يلتف ﺣوله لطلب المساعدة من الطالب اآلخرين أو لجذب االنتباه فسيعتبرهذا غشا‬.1
.‫ فسيعتبر غشا‬،‫لها‬/‫ إذا كان الطالب يجلس على مقعد آخر غير مخصص له‬.2
.‫ فسيعتبر غشا‬،‫ إذا غادر الطالب الغرفة قبل الموعد المحدد دون إذن‬.3
.‫ فسيعتبر غشا‬،‫ أي طالب يدخن في المدرسة أو الغرفة أثناء االمتحانات‬.4
:‫الدرجة الثالثة‬
.‫ فسيعتبر غشا‬، ‫ إذا تسبب الطالب في اضطراب عام‬.1
.‫ المعلم فإن يعتبر غشا‬/‫ إذا قام الطالب بضرب المراقب بأى شىء أو االعتداء عليه جسديا أو التهديد لفظيا أو سب المراقب‬.2
:‫الدرجة الرابعة‬
ً ‫ فهذا يعتبر غ‬،‫إذا اﺣضر الطالب طالبًا آخر يجلس نيابة عنه أثناء االختبار‬
.‫شا‬
Exam & Lateness Policy (Per MOE)

➢ All information regarding times will be mentioned on the exam timetable and distributed to parents and
students as well as teacher.
➢ Students are to be at school at 7:30 AM.
➢ Students to be seated in the classrooms by 7:35 AM.
➢ Examinations begins promptly at 7:45 AM
➢ Ramadan timings are subjected to change the above timings.
➢ Students who arrive tardy after 8:00 AM will be asked to return home and will then be allowed to do a
makeup schedule sent out after exam. Parents, students and teachers will be notified of this schedule.
➢ Students may leave the exam venue from 9:15am but have until 9:45am to complete the exam.
Students who come to school and sit the exams but fail to put answers down on paper except for their name
and date will receive a zero. The policy of the school will dictate that having come to school and put their
names as documentation, they will have officially sat for the exam according to the school and MOE rules
and regulations. Students will not receive a makeup exam as it will be officially recorded that they have
come to the exam and sat for it.
➢ Coming without proper School Uniform and ID (when issued) will not be allowed to enter the Exam that day.
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‫سياسة اإلمتحانات والتأخير‬
.‫سيتم ذكر جميع المعلومات المتعلقة باألوقات في جدول االمتحانات وتوزيعها على أولياء األمور والطالب والمعلمين كذلك‬ ➢
.ً‫ صباﺣا‬7:30 ‫يجب على الطالب التواجد بالمدرسة من الساعة‬ ➢
ً ‫صباﺣا‬7:35 ‫يجب على الطالب التواجد في فصول الدراسية الساعة‬ ➢
ً ‫صباﺣا‬7:45 ‫يبدأ االمتحان في تمام الساعة‬ ➢
‫تخضع األوقات المذكورة للتعديل خالل شهر رمضان المبارك‬ ➢
.‫يعتبر الطالب متأخرا ً عن وقت االختبار‬ ➢
ً ‫ صباﺣا‬8:00 ‫من بعد الساعة‬ ➢
‫الطالب الذين يحضرون االختبار وال يقومون إال بكتابة أسمائهم والتاريخ على ورقة اإلجابة دون ﺣل االختبار‬ ➢
)‫فإن درجتهم تكون (صفر‬
‫في ﺣالة ﺣضور الطالب ووضع إسمه على ورقة اإلجابة فإنه يكون بذلك قد ﺣضر إلى االختبار وليس له الحق‬ ➢
‫بأن يطلب إعادة االختبار مرة أخرى وفقا ً لقرارات وزارة التربية في هذا الشأن‬
‫يجب الحضور للمدرسة بالزي المدرسي وبطاقة التعريف الخاص بالطالب ومن يخالف هذا اليسمح له‬ ➢
‫بالدخول لالختبارات‬
Attendance Procedure for KG/ES and Policy (MOE)

Attendance Procedure:
1. Students are expected to attend class every school day. All teachers take role and keep a record of absences
and tardiness.
2. Students who arrive late to school must wait in the reception to sign-in.
3. If a student has to leave school prior to the end of the day, ONLY a parent can check him/her out.
4. If the student is returning to school, the parent must check him/her back in. In order to leave he/she should
have a document that proves his reason. A copy of the civil ID should be submitted.
5. The school must be informed in writing and a designated temporary guardian should be appointed if parents
plan to travel for an extended period of time.(one week or more)
Students who are absent from any of their scheduled classes will not be allowed to take part or participate in
that day’s co-curricular activities (athletics, music, art, etc.).
Attendance is critical for the academic achievement of all students. Late arrivals are discouraged and will be
placed on report cards and attendance records of the students.
The satisfactory completion of a semester’s academic work requires regular attendance to class. To be eligible
for credit, students must sit for a minimum of 130 clock hours in a standard year-long class.
We highly recommend this valuable life skill which teaches the student to be responsible. One of the most
important times of the school day is the morning when important school news is announced and the morning
assembly is held.
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School Morning Routine
7:10am - School Day begins (arrival at school)
7.30am - Period 1 of school begins
(All students should be present. 1st period teacher should check his/her attendance and uniform in
the assembly and in class.)
7:45 am - The school gate will be closed
ATTENDANCE Policy
Consequences for Tardiness
1st Time:
The student signs a pledge and parents are contacted.
2nd Time:
Parents will be informed in writing.
3rd Time:
Parents will be informed that the student is registered as absent without excuse and that next time
he/she will go back home. 3 tardy points equals one day of absence without excuse.
4th Time:
Parents will be called to pick their child back home. He/She won’t attend any classes.
Note: When parents are to be contacted, the receptionist should call via phone and supervisor
through email.
Others
Teachers will not accept students without a tardy pass from the VP or supervisors . Attendance is
essential for student success. When students miss school, they miss educational opportunities.
Tardy Code of Conduct

Students arriving late to class are expected to adhere to the following procedures:
➡ Enter the room quietly.
➡ Refrain from greeting friends or making noise of any kind.
➡ Proceed directly to an open seat.
➡Quickly and quietly take out materials and demonstrate a keen intention to catch up on the day’s lesson.
➡ See teacher after class to determine any missed work, if the student has a valid excuse for the tardy.
Failure to comply with the Tardy Code of Conduct will result in consequences as determined
by teachers and administrators:
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Parents will sign a warning letter every six days of absence per MOE. Excessive absences, 15 or more, result
in:
• The student failing the course due to excessive missing work and instruction
• Students may not be accepted to DUSK for the following school year with excessive absences and
tardiness as this demonstrates a lack of commitment to their education.
Attendance Probation
A student will be placed on Academic Probation, if he/she reaches six absences in any class per quarter. If the
student meets the following requirements, while on probation, he/she can maintain the grade and receive credit
for the course at the end of the quarter.
Make-Up Work: Students who miss any work due to excused absence should cover their missing work. It is
the student’s duty to follow up with the teachers and to get the work done. This has to be done during breaks or
co-curricular activities.
Late Work Policy: Some teachers may not accept late work at all, particularly from students with excessive
absences and/or tardiness. This decision is at the discretion of the teacher. However teacher should inform in
writing of any such rules to students and parents at the beginning of the school year.
Prior Arrangements Early Withdrawal:
Students are strongly discouraged from taking extended vacations/leaves during school or leaving school prior
to holidays or the end of school. Essential instruction and increased demands on classroom teachers in the areas
of record-keeping, administering make-up work, etc. is made by students missing classes. Parents and students
should understand that teachers cannot pre-teach the lessons nor provide make-up assignments to cover all the
work missed.
Students need to attend the full semester to earn full credit, therefore extended absences will normally result in
lower grades.
Nevertheless, occasions may arise where extended absences are unavoidable. In this case, the school will make
every reasonable attempt to reduce the damage to a student’s educational program. It must be understood that:
1. A letter of application to the Higher Management and Principal outlining reasons for the absence, expected
duration, and departure date must be provided.
2. A copy of any document that proves approval with a valid reason to travel, Ministry’s notes etc.
3. The student should cover up all his/her missing work once he/she is back.
If he/she needs the teachers’ assistance, he/she should find the suitable time to sit with his teachers.
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Please note that exams and assessment are never done in advance.
Students travelling on school or government sports sponsored trips are responsible for contacting their teachers
during the week prior to travel. They may have to complete some make-up work prior to their travel.
They will be responsible for all previously announced assignments, projects and exams upon their return.
It is the decision of the student and the family for students to participate in extracurricular travel and students
may not request extensions to deadlines because of their travel. All teachers will work with students to ensure a
fair timeline for make-up work.
Absence from Exams: (please refer back to Exam Policy in Handbook above).
The school follows the rules and policies of MOE in regards of students’ absence from exams.
Truancy:
A truant student’s grade shall be affected if a graded activity or assignment occurs during the period of time when
the student is absent without excuse, whether for one class or more. The student will not be allowed to make up
work and will receive zeroes on all work, quizzes and tests missed during the truancy
Students who are truant must serve an In-School-Suspension. A student is considered truant if he/she:
1. Is absent without the knowledge and consent of a parent; falsifies parental notification.
2. Participates in an unauthorized class skip/ditch day.
3. Leaves school without checking out with the registrar and administration.
4. Is absent from class without permission of that class teacher.
5. Obtains a pass to go to a certain place and does not report there.
6. Stays out of class without reporting to the respective office.
7. Fails to attend a scheduled assembly repeatedly.
8. Is absent from class after once arriving on campus without the knowledge and consent of the school.
The Academic Referral Process

This document illustrates and guides through the different phases of the academic referral process, from when it
is recognized that a student may need additional assistance and how to proceed through all the possible steps. It
should be noted that there are areas where the process can halt depending on the student’s needs
1. Identifying/Observing Problem:
Every student has a unique need that may not be within the expertise of a general classroom teacher. It is during
this time that the teacher (or parent, or administrator or counselor) recognizes a consistent need or problem
exhibited by the student.
This recognition of a discrepancy in the student’s academic ability and his/her age may signal the need for
additional academic support.
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2. Anecdotal Classroom Notes:
Teacher must document examples of the student’s work and anecdotal classroom notes regarding the student’s
needs.
3. Parent/Teacher Communication:
Teacher will inform the parent either by email, phone call or in an official meeting and explore the issue and to
explain the student’s needs. Teacher will provide dated documents and information about the concerned skill
deficit exhibited by the student.
Parent will also be given guidelines and various methods of goal attainment from the student’s improvement
plan. Student will also be offered in school support classes to help his/her overall learning outcome.
It is possible that the problem is solved with careful execution of a cooperative plan of action
between the teacher and the parent. The teacher should document their plan, strategies and
programs. The teacher should continue to collect continue to collect student work samples and keep
monitoring the data relevant to the student’s needs. The student’s parent/guardian will be kept
informed about the student’s progress.
4. Referral Report:
If the teacher, after a period of time, determines the problem cannot be addressed with simple
classroom/teaching interventions then the teacher should notify the parent/guardian so that they will be referred
to the School’s Principal.
5. Academic Evaluation:
The Principal will then request for the student’s complete academic evaluation across all subjects, emphasizing
on the academic strengths and weakness of the student in each subject that he/she takes.
6. Parent Principal Meeting:

Parent will be provided with the student’s portfolio/profile. This will include strengths, weaknesses, information
regarding performance in the classroom, formal assessments and the reasons the student will be signing a written
academic referral letter in presence of the parents. The parents will again be provided with guideline and steps
that can be taken to improve the learning outcome of the student.
After signing the academic referral letter, if student shows improvement and school has appropriate documentation
to display student’s academic improvement, student will be removed from the referral status. However, teacher will
continue to collect data relevant to the student’s need and academic improvement.
7. Academic Contract/Probation: KG/ES

DUSK will always attribute academic reports to the student file/folder until the transition to MS/HS is undertaken.
The academic reports will give the MS/HS dept. important information as to the academic concerns of the student and
if necessary for ultimate action to be taking from MOE and from the school body from Middle school onwards. In the
event of the student leaving the school the academic file will migrate to the next school of choice as a reference.
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Code of Conduct
School Rules and Expectations
DUSK works to foster an environment in which the needs, rights and responsibilities of individuals and
groups are respected. We are proud of the outstanding behavior of our students and staff members.
Teachers and staff members encourage students to be responsible, disciplined, respectful and honest
members of the school as well as of society.
Every member of our community shares the responsibility to ensure that DUSK continues to be a safe
and caring learning environment. Our Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that
will bring credit to themselves, their families and their school.
At DUSK, students enjoy the right to:

• Safe and secure learning environment.
• Open and consistent feedback.
• Obtain extra help from a subject teacher at a mutually convenient time.
• Express themselves within the bounds of acceptable social behavior.
• Be fully informed of school rules and to be held accountable for
inappropriate actions.
Each student is expected to:

• Act considerately and respect the rights of others.
• Respect personal belongings, belongings of others and school property.
• Use suitable language.
• Act with honesty and integrity.
• Attend classes, activities and events organized, punctually and regularly.
• Work diligently and cooperatively.
• Respect the culture and customs of people of other nationalities and backgrounds.
• Make good choices.
• Find opportunities to extend their friendships.
• Respect the rights of individuals and groups and treat others in a fair and considerate
way.
• Be responsible for own self-discipline whilst on and around school property, or any
outside venue where the school is formally/and/or informally represented.
• Adhere to school policies regarding any violation that may happen.
If a student has difficulty in fulfilling these expectations, he/she will meet with the responsible staff
member, who will review expectations for appropriate behavior with the student, develop an action
plan, and will be asked to fulfill an appropriate consequence based on the incident.
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English Language
The language of the school is English. Except for Arabic and Religion classes, English is the language
of instruction. Only English should be spoken in the classroom and across the school as this will
promote and improve fluency. Since English is the language common to all, it is simply common
courtesy to speak in English when in a diverse group even outside the classroom.
Discipline Chart of Behavior & Consequences

Behavior Management chart is as follows:
➢ Minor Incidents:
o Inappropriate speech
o Inappropriate behavior
o Inappropriate clothing
o Disrespectful attitude
➢ Major Incidents:
o Bullying (making fun of students or teachers) online or in physical classroom
o Inability to follow teacher’s instructions.
o Eating or playing during class.
o Using any abusive language.
o Offensive gestures.
o Insubordination to a teacher/member of staff or supervisor
o Leaving school without signed permission from Principal/VP and Parent/guardian on
permission slip.
o School Vandalism
Actions to be taken in case of a minor incident as mentioned above:

Step 1: After the incident has taken place the teacher must talk to the student separately and after class or inform them
through email and write a referral form.
Step 2: After the second incident has taken place the teacher must write a referral form and report it directly to the
department supervisor. The department supervisor then will take the necessary action and contact the student’s parents.
Step 3: After the third incident has taken place the school counselor will contact the student’s parents to report to the
school and sign all necessary documents.
Please refer to the school direction in Part One to find the counselor contact details.
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To ensure consistency in our school discipline policies and procedures, the following guidelines are followed at DUSK
through different phases of the discipline referral process.
BEHAVIOR CHART
Incident Teacher/Staff Action Administrative Action Consequences
1. Referral to Principal
Counselor then reviews the data
2. Detention
Safety: and written report and sets a
3. Loss of privileges
Use and/or possess a meeting with the student to
4. Parent/Principal privileges
firecracker/other Referral report is written recognize the social and
5. Behavior conduct
explosives, use and/or and office is notified emotional needs of the student
6. Out of school suspension
possess on school for behavioral support.
Repeated incident:
property. Counseling will be done.
7. Referral to the school director
Parents are notified.
8. Expulsion
Behavior: 2. Detention
and written report and sets a
The use of racially or 3. Loss of privileges
meeting with the student to
culturally motivated hate 4. Parent/Principal privileges
Referral report is written recognize the social and
language toward another 5. Behavior conduct
and counselor is notified emotional needs of the student
individual or comments 6. Out of school suspension
for behavioral support.
that are considered sexual Repeated incident:
Counseling will be done.
in nature 7. Referral to the school director
Parents will be notified.
8. Expulsion
Anecdotal notes and 1. Referral to Principal
Behavior 3rd Offense: careful execution of a 2. Detention
Any behavior or cooperative plan of action Counselor then does the 3. Loss of privileges
purposeful action deemed between the teacher and behavior evaluation 4. Parent/Principal privileges
disruptive or detrimental the student. (1st and 2nd (daily/weekly). Parents are 5. Behavior conduct
to the learning offense). Referral report is notified. Repeated Offense:
environment. written and counselor is 6. Out of school suspension,
notified.
Counselor then reviews the data 1. Referral to Principal
and written report and sets a 2. Detention
Behavior 3rdoffense:
meeting with the student to 3. Loss of privileges
Continued use of any
Referral report is written recognize the social and 4. Parent/Principal privileges
inappropriate language in
and counselor is notified emotional needs of the student 5. Behavior conduct
classroom or school
for behavioral support. Repeated incident:
setting.
Counseling will be done. 6. Out of school suspension.
Parents are notified. 7. Referral to the school director
Counselor then reviews the data 1. Loss of privilege
Behavior: meeting with the student to 3. Referral to Principal
Use of any inappropriate Referral report is written recognize the social and 4. Parent/Principal conferences
language directed towards and counselor is notified emotional needs of the student 5. Behavior Conduct
the staff/adult for behavioral support. Repeated Incident :
Counseling will be done. 6. Out of school suspension
Parents will be notified. 7. Referral to the school director
Counselor then reviews the data 1. Loss of privilege
Behavior:
Any willful violation of
meeting with the student to 3. Referral to Principal
safety procedures, like
Referral report is written recognize the social and 4. Parent/Principal conferences
classroom safety
and counselor is notified. emotional needs of the student 5. Behavior Conduct: Repeated
procedures, PE, as well as
for behavioral support. Incident
violation of emergency
Counseling will be done. 6. Out of school suspension
protocols.
Parents will be notified. 7. Referral to the school director
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Student completes the pledge
Behavior: form and electronic device is
1. Referral to Principal.
Using an unauthorized confiscated until the end if the
Referral report is written. 2. Parent/Principal conferences
electronic device in class day and/or parent pickup
Counselor notifies the 3. Confiscation of the device till the
or in the school at a time device. (1st and 2nd offense). On
parents. end of the year.
not approved by a teacher 3rd offense, the device is
4. Pledge.
or Admin. confiscated till the end of the
year.
1.
Referral to Principal
2.
Detention
3.
Loss of privilege
Assault: meeting with the student to
4.
Parent/Principal conference
Participation in, Referral report is written recognize the social and
5.
Behavior contract
instigating and/or aiding a and counselor is notified emotional needs of the student
6.
Out of school suspension.
fight for behavioral support.
Repeated incident:
7. Referral to school director
8. Expulsion
Assault: Counselor then reviews the data
2. Detention
Physically and written report and sets a
3. Loss of privilege
assaulting/abusing and/or meeting with the student to
4. Parent/Principal conference
physically threatening Referral report is written recognize the social and
5. Behavior contract
staff member on or off and counselor is notified emotional needs of the student
6. Out of school suspension.
school grounds and/or in for behavioral support.
Repeated incident:
conjunction or school Counseling will be done.
7. Referral to school director
activity. Parents are notified.
8. Expulsion
Bullying 1st offense:

Threatening, insulting or
any manner of written Referral report is written.
1. Detention
(electronic, paper) and/or Counselor notifies the Counseling will be done.
2. Loss of privileges
verbal abuse or parents.
mistreatment of another
person.
Bullying 2nd offense:

Threatening, insulting, or
any manner of written Counseling is done. Parents are 1. Detention
Referral report is written
(electronic, paper) and/or called in for a meeting with the 2. Loss of privilege
and counselor is notified
verbal abuse or principal.
mistreatment of another
person
Bullying 3rd offense: 2. Detention
Threatening, insulting, or 3. Loss of privilege
any manner of written Counseling is done. Parents are 4. Parent/Principal conference
Referral report is written
(electronic, paper) and/or called in for a meeting with the 5. Behavior contract
and counselor is notified
verbal abuse or principal. 6. Out of school suspension.
mistreatment of another Repeated incident:
person 7. Referral to school director
8. Expulsion
Alcohol/Drug Violation
Unlawful Substance:
Alcohol and/or drugs and
items that can be used to
ingest unlawful substances 1. Behavior contract
not authorized by a Referral report is written. Counseling is done. Parents are 2. Out of school suspension
physician’s prescription Counselor notifies the called in for a meeting with the Repeated Offense:
prohibited on the school’s parents. principal. 3. Referral to the school director
property, as well as the 4. Expulsion
unlawful possession or
distribution of such
substances on or off
school grounds.
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1. Referral to principal
Tobacco – Unlawful 2. Detention
meeting with student to
Substance: 3. Loss of privilege
Referral report is written recognize the social and
The unlawful use or sale 4. Parent/Principal conference
and counselor is notified emotional needs of the student
or distribution of tobacco 5. Behavior Contract
for behavioral support.
by a minor Repeated Offense
1. Referral to principal
Theft: and written report and sets a
2. Detention
Stealing property meeting with student to
3. Loss of privilege
belonging to another Referral report is written recognize the social and
4. Parent/Principal conference
person and/or stealing and counselor is notified emotional needs of the student
5. Behavior Contract
property belonging to the for behavioral support.
Repeated Incident
school Counseling will be done.
Vandalism: 1. Detention
The willful or unintended Referral report is written. Counseling is done. Parents are 2. Loss of privilege
destruction and/or Counselor notifies the called in for a meeting with the 3. Behavior contract
defacement of school parents. principal. Repeated Incident
property. 4. Out of school suspension
Weapon:
Carrying, possessing,
1. Behavior Contract
handling, using , and/or
Referral report is written. Counseling is done. Parents are 2. Out of School suspension
storing firearms, knives of
Counselor notifies the called in for a meeting with the Repeated incident:
a certain length, or any
parents. principal. 3. Referral to school director
other implement which
4. expulsion
can be used in a dangerous
or lethal way
Note: The School Administration and Principal reserve the right to impose listed above depending upon the
circumstances, nature or repetition of the action. All decisions will be in accordance with the Ministry of
Education. Parents are notified of any disciplinary action ever is it’s a verbal warning.
Uniforms
• School uniforms are part of the identity of DUSK and should be worn correctly during school
hours.
• School uniforms are available for purchase upon registration.
• T-shirts, track suit pants outside of school colors, hoodies that carry different logos from school
identity are forbidden.
• PE uniforms are available upon registration.
• During official school ceremonies and functions, students should wear the formal school uniform.
This is also available at our uniform store on campus.
• Hair is part of school uniform and should be worn neatly and combed. For girls hair should be tied
back.
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Cellphones Use
• Cellphones are prohibited on school grounds.
• Any student in KG or ES who wishes to call parents/guardians for any purpose can do so via the
school supervisor who will then contact the parent on the student’s behalf.
For the above, parents should ensure to give the school registrar their correct cell phone numbers upon
registration. These call numbers will be relevant and in keeping with the school supervisor for contacts.
Gifts
Although there are times when parents feel the need to reach out and show appreciation
for and to our staff the following guidelines must be followed by both parents and
students:
• During the year only flowers and chocolates to be given as tokens of appreciation on special days
e.g. Mother’s Day.
• At the end of the school year no expensive gifts such as gold or silver, designer jewelry, designer
bags, designer perfume or gift cards to be given to teachers/staff. Small gifts may be given but
should be small tokens of appreciation only.
School Counseling
• DUSK has a dedicated school counselor for KG/ES/MS/HS
• The school counselor is onboard for all parent and students concerns that are related to the
well-being of the student.
• Our school counselor is knowledgeable in MOE policies and guidelines and can assist
parents/students should the need arise.
• The dept. Supervisor deals on a daily basis with student/parent concerns and if serious, refers
them directly to the school counselor for immediate process.
• Counseling sessions are available throughout the academic year and Principal, Vice-Principal
and counselor work hand in hand to support all learners and parents.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
At DUSK all students should feel protected and valued. Our school policies emphasize the safety of each
and every child. Our policies are in alignment with the MOE.
Child Protection – Policy & Procedure

Policy Statement:
At DUSK we try to create an environment in which children are safe from abuse and any suspicion whether
physical or emotional abuse is promptly and appropriately responded to. In order to achieve this we will:
Exclude Known Abusers:

All applicants who are eligible to work within are given an appointment for the interview and they need to
provide at least two reference letters. All such references are followed up. All appointments are subjected to a
probationary period and will not be confirmed unless we are confident that the applicants can be safely
trusted with children.
Respond Appropriately to Suspicions of Abuse:

Changes in children’s behavior/appearance will be investigated. Parents are normally the first point of
reference, through suspicions will also be referred as appropriate to the Social Counselor. All such suspicions
and investigations will be kept confidential, shared only with need to know people only.
Keep Records:
If any disturbing changes has been observed in a child’s behavior, physical condition or appearance; a
confidential record should be set up, separate from the usual on-going records of the children’s progress and
development. These records should be confidential and not accessible to anyone other than the parents, staff
involved with the child or the Social Counselor where necessary. If a report is to be made to the authorities,
the child’s parents will be informed at the time as the report is made.
Support Families:
The school takes steps to build up the trusting and supportive relationships between families and staff. With
the provision that the care and safety of the child is always paramount, the school will do all in its power to
support and work with the child’s family.
Bullying
• DUSK has a zero tolerance attitude toward Bullying
• Bullying is framed as either online or face to face.
• DUSK follows the MOE policy of bullying strictly and follow up is immediate.
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Health & Safety – COVID Protocols
Returning to school in September 2022 KG/ES will continue to have in school classes to ensure ongoing
learning during the formative and foundational years of learning. Our staff is well trained in all COVID
procedures and protocols. KG/ES dept. follows strict MOH guidelines. The school is sanitized daily.
Preparation by DUSK for Students – COVID

Although Kuwait slowly engages with the opening up of schools, public areas and events, DUSK
still maintains a policy of prevention in response to COVID.
1. Staff has been trained on how to deal with COVID cases as per MOH guidelines.
2. A crisis committee has been formally established to deal with all and any issues arising from
suspected COVID cases of students and staff.
3. Following MOH and MOE decision the library, IT lab and other shared facilities have and
will be open for student use under certain guided restrictions. School bus will be in operation
once go ahead has been issued from MOE and MOH.
4. DUSK has an online school attendance and policy student/staff for sick leave. The policies
encourage students and staff to stay home when sick or when caring for sick family members.
5. DUSK has notices, videos, reminders, hygienic equipment to keep students aware of their
important role in curtailing COVID-19 spread.
DUSK Protocols:
All students are advised to be vaccinated before entry back to school.
• Prior to arriving at school the desks, equipment, floors and surfaces will be fully sanitized.
• DUSK has established stations at the main gate with to ensure strict entry/exit from the school.
• Students from various sections ES/MS/HS will arrive and exit from different gates. Students are advised to
become familiar with these points of direction as per school email that will be sent to all.
• Temperatures will be taken throughout the day at specific time points to ensure the health and safety of all.
• Bathroom will be cleaned and sanitized at specific check-point timings throughout the day.
• Social distancing will still be ensured in classrooms.
• All bathrooms equipped with hand soap, sanitizers and taps that ensure safe contact procedure.
• No parent/guardian/driver to be allowed into the school without appointment.
• No parent/guardian/driver to be allowed into the school to collect students. Collection points will be outside
of the school grounds.
Any student who ignores/rejects/rebels against the above rules and understanding will be indirect violation
of DUSK policies.
Above and beyond the above protocols and procedures DUSK has established several committees to aid in the
correct enforcement and care of students and staff.
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Health & Safety (Committee):
DUSK has a committed Health and Safety Committee whose members ensure the protection and
health of all students and staff. They endeavor to keep and maintain the COVID MOH guidelines
and general health regulations throughout the school.
COMMUNICATION DUSK (Students and Parents)
Open and transparent communication is an important factor in maintaining the understanding of all
stakeholders. At DUSK we seek to ensure all communication is responded to efficiently and with
care. We ask parents and students to respect the channels of communication so that the issue of
concern is dealt with correctly.
A two way system of communication is important. Therefore DUSK ensures below how parents can
reach out to teachers and how teachers can reach out to the school community.
Channels of Communication between Parents & School
• Most questions, issues and concerns can be handled through direct communication with your
child’s teacher. If you wish to meet with the teacher, you may do so by scheduling an
appointment through email and/or calling reception. Email is a reliable method of communication
because teachers can respond at a time when they are not instructing students.
• Teachers will notify you of their email address through Google Classroom at the beginning of the
school year. Teachers are unavailable to receive parent phone calls or conduct conferences during
instructional time.
• Please note: Parents, who come into school requesting to meet a teacher without an appointment,
may not be guaranteed a meeting that day, depending on the teacher’s schedule.
• Parents are not permitted to make calls to a teacher’s private residence or mobile number.
• If after meeting with the teacher you have questions, issues or concerns that remain unresolved,
please arrange in advance a meeting with the Counselor, Vice Principal or Principal.
Appointments are booked through the school reception.
Report Cards and Report Card Day
• Report cards are given quarterly with a strong emphasis on meeting the parent so as to create a working
partnership of co-operation between stakeholders: student/parent and teacher. Parent participation in
report card day is encouraged in the growing community at DUSK.
• Report Card Open Day is announced quarterly in an official email to parents.
• Report cards from KG to G4 are sent online under strict confidentiality.
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Parent Council Policy
It is important to involve the parents in the school and consider their opinion to assist in the children’s
wellbeing and education.
The following process will be followed:
➢ Parent Council will be selected at the beginning of the new Academic year.
➢ A survey will be sent out to the Parents to gauge their interest. Based on the feedback of the survey
names will be entered
➢ Final selection will be based on DUSK admin.
➢ A minimum of 14 parents to be selected from KG to G12.
➢ A minimum of 2 meeting per year will be held.
The following are some criteria (to be considered) when selecting a parent to be on the Parent Council:
1. A parent/s that is able to attend meetings.
2. A parent/s who is willing to be involved and only positively or constructively.
3. Parent/s with children in different school sections is advisable for better opinion in all departments.
4. Involve parent/s who can attend interviews when asked (Cognia), picks up report cards regularly, Sports
Day participation, participates with teacher/s.
5. Parent/s who is more able to help and support entire school with his/her experience or being hands on.
6. Parent/s who is familiar with school (teaching & learning) would help.
Responsibilities:
➢ Two meeting are organized during the year for parents’ council however another meeting can be called
in case if required.
➢ Understand the importance of attending those meetings regularly.
➢ Assist in arranging school event/s.
➢ Assist in enforcing school policies.
➢ Assist in passing on positive communication to other parents.
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STUDENT LIFE
All students from KG to G4 are encouraged to participate in the student body of activities and extra-curricular
pursuits. In school activities are held throughout the year and include the following important events/days
scheduled on the academic calendar.
These special events and days bring out the qualities and core values that represent DUSK in full pursuit of
making each student an important attribute within our school.
In G4 students are also nominated for student council and these young students become committed leaders to
uphold the value and good name of the school throughout the year.
Most Important Special Days that are celebrated at DUSK

Sports Day
International Day
Graduation
Honor Roll
Mother’s Day
During the school calendar other important dates and days of significance are given priority. All
parents/students are given timeous dates and information throughout the year.
Student Council Policy

1. Students will be voted in by a peer voting system. Grade by grade will vote for members of their class to go
forward to represent their grade in Student Council. They will need to nominate themselves for election and
voting will be cast from that choice of volunteers.
2. Voting to take place by second week of the academic year.
3. All students to sign a pledge to their allegiance to the duties and responsibilities of the Student Council. If
these responsibilities or allegiances are unacceptable to the terms of the policy the student(s) will be asked to
leave the council and another student voted in will be appointed in their place.
4. A minimum of 2 meetings per quarter.
Each elected student needs to have the following skill set to be eligible for voting:
➢ Good communication skills – Bilingual.
➢ Be punctual for meetings/events. Any student council representative who has been absent for 2
consecutive meetings will be asked to leave the council and another representative will be voted in.
➢ A clean behavior report.
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➢ An acceptable level of yearly attendance (previous year attendance and ongoing attendance) at the school
approved by Principal and School Counselor.
➢ Is a leader and takes initiative – evidence of this expressed by teachers, admin and peers.
Responsibilities:
➢ Speaks on behalf of section (ES), grade or school community.
➢ Assists in arranging of events, scheduling, etc.
➢ Initiating new polices and supporting existing policies.
➢ Helps school organize outside events at school – voluntary or compulsory.
➢ Implements and orchestrates events within school: Sports Day, International Day. Graduation Ceremony –
Examples.
➢ Assists school Administration, Teachers and Parents where necessary in all matters.
➢ Co-ordinates with school in the smooth and effective management of policies and their execution.
STUDENT OF THE MONTH – POLICY

To show appreciation to students’ efforts as well as to encourage students to live by example and applyingthe
core values of the school the Student of the Month will be awarded monthly. The student(s) who receive the
award will be acknowledged for the criteria set below.
The award can be given to an unlimited number of students who excels in a certain category.
Each grade teacher(s) will be responsibility for convening at a certain time at the end of each
month and selecting students based on evidence such as:
1. Attendance Logs
2. Evidence of work submitted to dismiss any position of favoritism.
3. Agreement from all parties (Admin and Teachers) on the evidence and suggestions provided.
Once the student(s) has been identified, the school will issue the following:
1. Email to all parents letting them know the criteria for the month and selection process.
2. Follow up email with the names selected along with certificates (online).
3. A full Student of the Month Assembly with parent invitation, Award Ceremony and message from
Principal when face to face learning resumes.
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CRITERIA:
Months with the selected School Core Values:
September: Respect
October: Responsibility
November: Creativity and Curiosity
December: Commitment and Enthusiasm
January: Confidence
February: Independence
March: Empathy and Tolerance
April: Cooperation
May: Appreciation
Criteria for each School Core Value:
• September: Respect
1. Full uniform
2. No tardiness
3. No behavior referrals
• October: Responsibility
1. No violation of deadline – Submission of work on time
2. Breast cancer awareness
3. Class leader (To change every month)
• November: Creativity and Curiosity
1. Reading week
2. Creative writing
3. Math & Art competition
• December: Commitment and Enthusiasm

1. Full filing student council responsibilities
2. Full attendance
3. Events - Participation in Sports day/ IT hour of code
• January: Confidence
1. Event – Human rights
2. Participation in English debate, spelling bee & science fair
• February: Independence
1. Health & fitness awareness
2. Participation in Kuwait’s National day
3. French day
• March: Empathy and Tolerance

1. Project
2. Ramadan Activity
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• April: Cooperation
1. Animal Day (Nursery)
2. Community Helper (KG 1-2)
3. ‘Food’ Drive
• May: Appreciation
1. Teacher’s Appreciation
HONOR ROLL POLICY

• Honor Roll Awards are given in ES/MS/HS to acknowledge and reward students for academic
achievement.
• Honor Roll ceremony and awards are given after the Quarter 4 result of each academic year.
• KG1 to G1 there are no formal examinations therefore each student is eligible to receive the
“Brightest Star” Award for their individual achievements status and motivational tool for next
stage/phase learning.
• Honor Roll from G2 – G12 is based on the below formulae as students are assessed by quarterly
assessments, projects, tests, examinations, attendance and classwork/homework from report
cards.
Clarification:
The following students will receive awards for academic achievement:

• 95 and higher will be given Honor Roll certificates
• 90 – 94 will be given High Achiever certificates
• 1 student per class will be given the Most Improved certificate
Field Trips
As soon as MOE opens up this field trip program, parents will be informed.
Field trips with educational objectives are encouraged. The Principal is the person who will consider the school
time used for field trips, the relation of the trip to the curriculum and the anticipated participation. Cost is set by
Accounts Department with the ECA Department. The school Principal must approve all trips prior to
announcement. The location and cost of field trips must be approved by the Ministry of Private Education.
o No student can go on a school trip without the original written permission paper from his/her parents:
permission is granted for trips on the Permission Form. (Students need to leave the school premises with their
teachers and approved transport from the school. Students should return from the field trip with the school
and be picked up by parents/driver from the school. Case by case will be considered when students need to
leave from the venue.
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o School rules regarding student behavior must be adhered to in all trips. Violations may lead to the
student being sent home at the parents’ expense and/or exclusion from future trips.
o Students have to wear the appropriate school uniform for all school trips. If any student does not wear the
appropriate attire they will not be allowed to go on the field trip.
o Staffing needs and personnel are proposed by the Principal who has the final decision with the Principal.
A minimum of two adults must accompany every visit.
Lockers
At the beginning of each academic year lockers will be issued to Grade 4 students.
Cost is 5kd and each student will be given access to a locker with a key.
Keys are to be returned at the end of academic year to supervisor.
Any locker that is broken by a student will be held liable for the damage. This applies to all school furniture
within the school
Lost and Found

In the event of a student losing any item they must:
• Go directly to the section supervisor to report.
• DUSK has 24/7 camera surveillance so is able to track the classroom process and may be able to
locate the time and tracking of the lost/stolen object.
• Parents will be notified as soon as possible about follow up where and if applicable.
• It is the student’s responsibility to report all lost and missing items to department supervisor.
• If any student finds any item that appears lost they will need to report the item/money/object to the
school supervisor immediately.
Bus Transportation:
Parents and students will be updated in academic year 2022 – 2023
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Transportation Policy
Policy Statement: Will come into effect upon further notice.

Transportation is a service offered by the school to solve the problem of some students, but it is very
important to realize that there are rules and conditions that need to be followed on the buses to keep
the students safe.
Students wishing to register with the school bus should sign the bus contract with the registration
department at the beginning of the academic year and pat the required fee.
Rules of Conduct:
• Only the students eligible for transportation will be permitted to ride the buses.
• Riding the bus is a privilege and students riding the bus must obey all rules and regulations as
they apply to the school.
• The driver is in charge of the bus and students shall render him the same respect and
courtesy given a teacher.
• Buses leave the school immediately after the end of the last period. Students are advised to not be late.
When Boarding or Leaving the Bus:

• Step on and off quickly and quietly.
• Watch your step.
• No one is allowed to enter or leave the bus until it has come to complete stop.
While on the Bus:

• Do not do anything which can distract the driver’s attention.
• Remain seated until the bus stops.
• Never throw objects.
• Keep head and arms inside the bus.
• Help keep the bus clean.
• Do not shout, whistle or gesture from the bus window.
• Smoking is prohibited.
• The door of the bus should always be closed.
• Glass containers are not allowed
• Do not bring objects which will impair/obstruct the driver’s vision/view.
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• Respect others’ properties.
• Any material that may create a safety concern is not allowed on the bus like weapons, guns, knives.
• No food allowed on the bus.
Students who deface the bus in any way will pay for damage and cannot ride the bus until arrangements have
been made to pay for such damages.
Students failing to follow the above rules and regulations may be prevented from riding the school bus. It is the
job of the school Principal to take any decisions regarding such problems.
DUSK ES Wishes all parents and students a successful and productive

academic year in 2022 - 2023
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CEO of DUSK Message

School Rules and Expectations

Danah Universal School of Kuwait ‫مدرسة الدانة العالمية في الكويت‬

Contact Us: Follow Us:

Core Value Core Value Month Placement

School Guidance Staff

Head Teacher of KG/ES

School Health Services

Email and Contacts

Principal KG/ES Message of Welcome

DUSK: Information About KG/ES Department

General Overview of the Curriculum from KG to ES

Course Description for KG/ES

Arabic Department & Arabic AFL

Islamic Department KG/ES

Arabic Social Studies

Letter Grade Percentage

Grade Weight System

ASSESSMENTS (How are Learners Assessed)

EXAM AND CHEATING POLICY – MOE AND DUSK

What Constitutes Cheating According to MOE?

‫ ومدرسة الدانة‬-‫العالمية سياسة االمتحانات والغش – قرار وزارة التربية‬

Exam & Lateness Policy (Per MOE)

Attendance Procedure for KG/ES and Policy (MOE)

Tardy Code of Conduct

➡ Refrain from greeting friends or making noise of any kind.

➡ Proceed directly to an open seat.

The Academic Referral Process

6. Parent Principal Meeting:

7. Academic Contract/Probation: KG/ES

School Rules and Expectations

At DUSK, students enjoy the right to:

Each student is expected to:

Discipline Chart of Behavior & Consequences

Actions to be taken in case of a minor incident as mentioned above:

Bullying 1st offense:

Bullying 2nd offense:

Child Protection – Policy & Procedure

Exclude Known Abusers:

Respond Appropriately to Suspicions of Abuse:

Preparation by DUSK for Students – COVID

COMMUNICATION DUSK (Students and Parents)

The following process will be followed:

1. A parent/s that is able to attend meetings.

2. A parent/s who is willing to be involved and only positively or constructively.

Most Important Special Days that are celebrated at DUSK

Student Council Policy

2. Voting to take place by second week of the academic year.

4. A minimum of 2 meetings per quarter.

➢ Good communication skills – Bilingual.

➢ A clean behavior report.

➢ Speaks on behalf of section (ES), grade or school community.

➢ Assists in arranging of events, scheduling, etc.

➢ Initiating new polices and supporting existing policies.

➢ Helps school organize outside events at school – voluntary or compulsory.

STUDENT OF THE MONTH – POLICY

Criteria for each School Core Value:

• December: Commitment and Enthusiasm

• March: Empathy and Tolerance

HONOR ROLL POLICY

The following students will receive awards for academic achievement: