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INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
Behavior Code A school is a community. All communities have common goals and ways of ensuring everyone is safe and productive. MIS operates on the premise that EVERY ACTION HAS A CONSEQUENCE, and that we are all responsible to create an environment conducive to leaning. Student behavior will be governed by these statements about living and working together.
More Serious Behavior Issues Occasionally, the school is faced with some disciplinary issues and it is important that parents and students know our position on these matters, and the consequences which will ensue from infractions. These issues are defined as:
Consequences of Infractions Any student who engages in the actions above can expect to be suspended from school for a period based on the seriousness of the issue, or past infractions. No student will be expelled from school without an opportunity to present his/her case to the Director of the school.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS AND STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Students are required to conduct themselves with respect for self and others through their actions, their language and their dress. Student behavior will reflect favorably on the individual and the school, will show consideration for others and will create a harmonious learning atmosphere.
Dress Code Students are required to dress in appropriate clothing, according to the season. To avoid offence and for safety reasons inappropriate jewelry and clothing is not allowed in school.
General School Rules and Behavioural Guidelines: 1. Respect each other at all times. 2. Follow the instructions of teachers and supervisors and show courtesy and respect at all times. 3. Be on time and prepared for class. It is the responsibility of all students to purchase necessary equipment and materials. Many of these items are available at the school shop. Arrive at school 10 minutes before the first lesson and wait for the teacher to dismiss class when the bell rings. 4. Permission to leave the school premises during the day is only granted following written permission or a telephone call from parents. 5. Students are expected to take care of their working environment and of school property. 6. Fighting, pushing, interfering or endangering another person is not permitted. 7. Dangerous objects are not permitted on the premises. 8. The canteen is open to purchase food daily during morning and afternoon breaks and lunchtime. Queue in an orderly manner, rubbish should be placed in bins and trays and returned to racks. Students are not permitted to buy food and drinks between classes, other than at the specified break times. 9. CD's and cassette players are not to be brought to school. 10. Cellular telephones and pagers must be deactivated before entering the school and only to be used outside the school buildings and after school ends at 5pm. 11. Running in the corridors is not permitted in the school building. 12. Drugs, alcohol and cigarettes are banned substances at MIRAS Schools.
Discipline Procedures
All of the staff at the MIRAS schools are committed to encouraging, recognising and supporting an atmosphere of mutual respect, cooperation and understanding. We expect our students to be honest, hard-working and respectful at all times and to be good role models for younger students. The policy for discipline within the MIRAS International Schools should ensure that all teachers and administrators follow a reasonable, fair and supportive process in ensuring that all students behave in a safe and appropriate manner within our schools. The school administration is responsible for organizing an efficient system that students are supervised at all times, whether during class/teaching time, or during any of the scheduled breaks and activities that are considered part of the school day.
Teachers who are designated to be on duty at a specific time are, of course, the primary persons responsible in any given situation. However, all teachers and administrators are expected to intervene in any situation that shall be considered unsafe and/or inappropriate. High expectations are expected from MIRAS students, however when intervention procedures are considered necessary the following steps will take place:
YOUR ROLE AS A PARENT
All Parents are important members of our school community and your role is a vital part in the progress that your child will make at MIRAS school. We sincerely hope that you will participate as much as you can in all of our activities and we welcome your involvement at all times. In particular, making contact with your child's subject teachers and his/her Class Leader, will ensure that you can keep well informed and also that you can keep the teaching staff informed about any issues relating to the welfare of your child. MIS students will be more successful in achieving desired outcomes if parents: 1. Help instill student pride, confidence and a positive attitude in their school and their teachers. 2. Support school policies on behavior and attendance. 3. Provide the time and environment for students to complete homework. 4. Encourage students to take responsibility for completion of all homework assignments. 5. Are aware of and communicate to teachers about the level of difficulty students experience with homework. 6. Initiate and encourage discussions with students on local, world or family issues, in a manner that significantly engages students and stimulates thinking. 7. Communicate problems, concerns, and criticisms directly to the appropriate teacher or administrator for clarification or resolution. 8. In so far as possible, take an active role in РТА, volunteer activities, and school events. 9. Share and convey openly and honestly any special problems students have had or are experiencing regarding learning, behavior, emotional problems and changes in the family situation (divorce, separations, death, etc.) 10. Dedicate time and thought to the continual improvement of MIS.
EXPECTATIONS OF YOUR CHILD
HOMEWORK MIS believes that regular homework is essential for academic achievement. Students in all grades (1-11) can expect to have homework several times a week at the elementary level, and nightly in grades 6-11. We also have study periods and tutorials built into daily schedule so that homework assignments do not become too much of a burden for our students after our long school day.
ATTENDANCE Students who are regularly present at school make more rapid progress. To complete a year, a student must attend at least 80% of the school days. Please plan family vacations and visits ahead of time to avoid interruptions of your child's learning. Students are to arrive on campus no later than 08:20 to be ready in class for their first lesson at 08:30. They are to remain in school until 5:00 pm unless specific written permission to leave has been granted. At the completion of the school day transport arrangements must be organised by parents to ensure students vacate the school grounds by 5:10 pm. Under special circumstances students may be involved in extra curricular activities that will require additional time on campus. Prior notice will be given regarding such arrangements.
Student Attendance, Absences, and Lateness Parents are expected to notify the school if students will be absent: telephone calls are made home if the school is not notified of an absence. Failure to meet the requirements of the program may result in the repetition of a grade, or extra work to complete requirements and further examinations. Absenteeism exceeding 20 % of required attendance without a valid excuse may result in the consequences described above. Students who arrive late must check-in with the office and receive an admittance slip in order to attend class. Students who are not on time to each class will also be considered late and this information will be recorded in the students' diary.
PROMPTNESS Please ensure your child is in school on time to begin work at 8:30 am daily. Repeated lateness is disruptive to all concerned and could result in more serious consequences.
QUALITY WORK All students are expected to make their best effort and produce the highest quality work possible. Excellence is not an option reserved for the best. It is the standard we will all be working toward.
A POSITIVE ATTITUDE A positive approach to daily work allows a child to maximize learning. We ask parents to join us in creating an enthusiasm and eagerness to learn, and to reinforce learning at home.
Students should bring pencils, pens, paper, books and other equipment such as rulers and calculators, to school as needed. Parents can assist by helping children to make lists, teaching them to check their school bags each morning before leaving for school, checking that their homework assignment books are up to date, etc.
It is expected that students will arrive punctually to class equipped with all necessary classroom materials. Assignments are to be submitted on time and if handed in late, without any valid reason or advanced permission, may result in a reduction of grades. Cheating in any form is not acceptable at MIRAS. This includes plagiarizing, copying, and use of the Internet without citing references.
HOMEWORK AND INDEPENDENT STUDY
Homework and Independent Study are very important aspects of the learning process. It not only helps progress at school and involves parents in what their children are doing at school, but it also encourages self-discipline, initiative and research skills. During Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 4:00-5:00 pm, time maybe spent on homework during the supervised academic preparation period. The minimum time students at different grade levels are expected to spend on their homework each day: Grades 5-8 - Students receive one hour and thirty minutes of homework each evening. Grades 9-10 - Students receive two hours of homework each evening. Grade 11 - Students receive two and a half hours of homework each evening.
LOST AND FOUND
The school does not take responsibility for any personal property that is lost, stolen, or damaged. It is strongly recommended that students don't bring valuable items to school.
MOBILE PHONES
The school does not take responsibility for mobile phones that are lost, stolen, or damaged. Whilst we recognise that mobile phones may be important for parents and students to communicate, they are not to be used during class tune, or while classes are in session, i.e. until 5:00 pm. Mobile phones will be confiscated if they are used during the school day for any purpose, as they are highly disruptive to the educational process. If you wish to send a message to your child, please contact the administration of the school.
REPORTS AND PROGRESS
Report Cards Your child will receive a written report card three times during the year (see School Calendar for exact dates). MIS utilizes a continuous assessment approach, which means that all homework, classwork, projects, test and other exhibitions of learning will be reflected in each written report.
Progress Reports
Interim Progress reports are sent home each mid term for students who
are not showing progress or at risk of not successfully completing the year.
Parent - Teacher Conferences
Formal Parent-Teacher Conferences These are scheduled three times per year. Parents may speak to each of their child's teachers at any time with a reasonable amount of notice. Teachers may also request appointments with parents.
Informal Parent-Teacher Conferences Parents are encouraged to call and schedule meetings when they have any concern at all regarding their child's progress. Teachers will also initiate parent meetings whenever they see serious problems developing in a student's attitude, work habit, or work products.
Interim Reports Occasionally an additional report may be required to gather data about a particular issue or problem. This report may be at the request of the parent, any one of the student's teachers, or the Administration.
Grading Policy The grading policy for MIS is designed to cater for and meet the requirements of the Kazakh National curriculum and the International Baccalaureate program. These are explained in detail with each report issued.
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