guidelines for parents · guidelines provided herein. this booklet may also be found on the school...

Phone 21387778/27387778

E-mail [email protected]

Website

www.sangwannb.wordpress.com

Address School Street

San Ġwann SGN 1282

St. Clare College

Primary School B San Ġwann

St. Clare College San Gwann Primary B

Guidelines for Parents

and Students

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Guidelines for Parents and Students

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St Clare College Primary School B

San Gwann

Home-School Agreement ______________________________________________________________ We have read the booklet, Guidelines for Parents and Students, together with our son/daughter and will abide by it.

Date: _______________________________________

Name: _______________________________________

Class: _______________________________________

Teacher: ____________________________________________________

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Teacher’s signature

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Mother/Guardian’s signature ID Card number

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Father/Guardian’s signature ID Card number

St Clare College | San Gwann Primary B


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Index

School contact details …………………… 2

School Uniform ……………..……………… 3

Punctuality ..………………………………… 5

Appointments ……………………………….. 5

Absenteism & sickness ……………………... 6

Food items ……………………………………. 7

Transport ……………………………………... 9

Dismissal …………………………………….... 10

School Outings ……………………………… 10

Order & Discipline ……………………….. 11

Work assigned to pupils ………………... 12

The role of Parents/Guardians ………. 12

School bags …………………………………... 13

Eko Skola ……………………………………… 14

Home-School Agreement ……………..… 15



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St Clare College San Gwann Primary B

Address:

School Street

San Gwann SGN 1282 – MALTA

Tel: 2138 7778/2738 7778

Email: [email protected]

SCHOOL WEBSITE: EDUCATION WEBSITE:

www.sangwannb.wordpress.com www.education.gov.mt

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS: SCHOOL HOURS:

PRIMARY SCHOOL A: 2136 1259 Summer: 08:15 to 12:00

PARISH PRIEST: 2138 6112 Winter: 08:20 to 14:20

LOCAL COUNCIL: 2137 3777

POLICE STATION: 2138 6121

This booklet aims to provide Parents/Guardians and pupils with an overview of the school’s regulations as well as the responsabilities that these bring along with them. You are encouraged to read this booklet carefully together with your son/daughter/children and to keep it handy for future reference. We believe that the partnership between home and school will be improved by the guidelines provided herein. This booklet may also be found on the school website.



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ensure that both pupils and members of staff switch off lights, computers, printers, DVDs etc, when not in use and/before going home.

Encourage children to bring their lunches in a plastic lunchbox.

Pass on the EkoSkola principles to families both within the school and the broader community.

Students should be proud of their efforts to implement measures which care for the environment, both at school and at a community level. They need to strive for a cleaner and healthier environment and understand that they have a responsability towards developing a better world for themselves and for future citizens. The school has an Eko Skola committee comprised of a number of students and Green Friends who help towards the development of a sustainable environment.

Home-School Agreement

Kindly fill in and sign the attached form to indicate that this document has been read by you together with your son/daughter. Please return the completed form by mid-October.



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should be adjustable to suit the individual needs of different physiques. For further information kindly refer to circular School Bags Policy & Procedures DES/DQSE/05/2013. Pupils are not to bring any unnecessary items to school. Mobile phones are NOT to be brought to school.

Eko Skola The prestigous Eko Skola Green Flag Award has been awarded to San Gwann Primary B for the fifth time running. It is our duty to bring about an increased awareness of environmental issues and foster a sense of respect and responsability towards the environment. Our school holds dear three environmental principles:

The reduction of unnecessary waste of water and energy.

The increase of recycling and waste separation

An increased awareness of environmental issues amongst staff and students alike.

The school pledges to:

decrease the amount of any material used by encouraging re-use and recycling of materials/objects.

make use of separation bins.

decrease pollution and waste of water.

encourage staff and parents/guardians to make use of car pooling.

use both sides of paper before discarding for recycling.

make use of the school website as a means of communication to decrease the amount of paper used.



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Uniform

All children are to attend in the full school uniform as indicated by the College.

Children must be smart and clean. This is the final year of the transitory period for the school uniform. Only year 6 pupils are still making use of the old uniform which is as follows:

Boys:

Summer: yellow polo shirt, blue bermudas, navy blue socks, black shoes (not canvas shoes).

P.E.kit: white T-shirt, white shorts, white socks, navy blue cap, plain white running shoes.

Winter: yellow shirt, navy blue trousers, blue/yellow tie, navy blue jumper, navy blue socks, navy blue jacket, black shoes (not canvas shoes).

P.E. kit: navy blue track suit with a yellow stripe, white T-shirt, white socks,

navy blue cap, plain white running shoes.

Girls:

Summer: yellow polo shirt, navy blue divided skirt, navy blue socks, black shoes (not canvas shoes);

P.E. kit: white T-shirt, white shorts, white socks, navy blue cap, plain white running shoes.

Winter: yellow shirt, navy blue divided skirt, navy blue jumper, navy blue/yellow bow, navy blue tights, navy blue jacket, black shoes (not canvas shoes).

P.E. kit: navy blue track suit with a yellow stripe, white T-shirt, navy blue cap, white socks, plain white running shoes.

Note: Should you encounter any difficulty in purchasing the old uniform, you may opt to buy the new College uniform. DO NOT mix parts of the new uniform with the old. It is either one or the other.



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Year 4 & 5 pupils are to use the new College uniform.

Boys:

Summer: orange polo shirt, grey bermudas, grey socks, white cap with college logo, black shoes (not canvas shoes).

P.E. kit: orange T-shirt, grey shorts, grey socks, white cap with college logo, plain white running shoes.

Winter: long sleeved shirt, long grey trousers, tie, jumper, grey socks, black jacket, black shoes (not canvas shoes);

P.E. kit: tracksuit with college logo, T-shirt, grey socks, plain white running shoes.

Girls:

Summer: orange polo shirt, grey skirt, grey socks, white cap with college logo, black shoes (not canvas shoes);

P.E. kit: orange T-shirt , grey shorts, grey socks, white cap with college logo, plain white running shoes.

Winter: long sleeved shirt, grey skirt, jumper, tie, grey tights, black jacket, black shoes (not canvas shoes);

P.E. kit: tracksuit with college logo, T-shirt, grey socks, plain white

running shoes.

The school uniform may be purchased from the authorised company Yorkie Mix n Match, St Julian’s Road, San Gwann (near Mater Dei hospital roundabout. Tel: 2149 7287 (shop)/2144 2460 (factory); email: [email protected]

Black boots may be worn during rainy days.

Running shoes are to be worn only on the days when the pupils have P.E. lessons as indicated in the school timetable.



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to help in fund raising and other activities

to notify the school of any changes in personal details such as, address, telephone number or family circumstances. In case of custody/separation proceedings etc., parents are to provide a copy of the necessary legal documentation to the Head of School. These cases are treated with confidentiality.

are to be pass on messages through a note.

to refrain from criticising the teacher/member of the administration in front of the children as this reduces the level of respect/discipline and is detrimental to the child.

not to enter the school shouting and use vulgar/inappropriate language as this will have a negative effect on the children.

to read circulars distributed by the school and to keep them handy for

easy reference when the need arises.

to work hand-in-hand with the school by abiding by the school rules.

School Bags Research carried out by the Department of Education in August 2000, revealed that heavy school bags and bags with wheels cause damage to the spine: the research document may be found by proceding to the following link: https://education.gov.mt/en/resources/Documents/Policy%20Documents/handling%20of%20heavy%20schoolbags.pdf This [the school bag] should be made of a light material, and should NOT have wheels. Its interior should be compartmented to prevent shifting of the contents from side to side. It should have two shoulder straps, which should be used so that the bag is carried squarely on the back. The shoulder straps should be padded, to prevent any “digging” effect at the shoulder. The length of the straps



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Work assigned to Pupils

Work assigned is to be done within the stipulated time frame as directed by the teacher.

Reading, studying, research, fixing pictures, projects and any other form of work assigned is also considered to be homework.

Careless work or work done by third parties (e.g., by parents and /or siblings) is not acceptable.

Homework is not assigned to pupils who are absent. Homework is not sent home for the following reasons:

o Copybooks/handouts may carry germs

o The sick child is in need of rest to recover his strength

o The assigned work can not be done correctly without the teacher’s

explanation.

o When the child returns to school, the teacher will explain the missed

work and the child will be permitted to do it gradually together with the work being done in class.

Parents/Guardians are responsible for monitoring their child’s work and to sign the copybook/diary/communication book when asked to do so.

The role of Parents/Guardians

Parents are:

encouraged to participate in school outings and to spend quality time together with their children.

to attend Parents’ Day/afternoon to discuss their child’s progress.



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Children who come to school not in full uniform shall be sent home.

Punctuality

The school doors open at 08:15am followed by morning assembly at 08:20 am.

Latecomers must sign in the latecomers file which is located in the school clerk’s office.

Children who are habitually late will be disciplined.

During welcoming and dismissal of pupils, parents/guardians are to refrain from asking to speak with the Head of School, Assistant Heads, Teachers or LSAs, as they will be addressing the children at that time.

Appointments

Parents/Guardians wishing to speak with the Head of School, Assistant Heads or Teachers, are to make an appointment. Kindly phone the school after 09:00 to fix an appointment with the school clerk.

Appointments are held as follows:

Tuesdays: 09:00 to 11:00 Thursdays: 13:00 to 14:00

The school is a public place and suitable clothes are to be worn when visiting the school premises. Beach attire and sleeveless clothing is inappropriate. Tops/dresses are not to be low cut, and are to have sleeves. Tops are to cover the midriff. Skirts, dresses or shorts should be knee length.

Kindly inform the School Clerk of your arrival.



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Absenteism and sickness Attendance is mandatory. Children are to bring a note when they are absent

from school.

Permission is not granted for pupils to go abroad during school days.

Parents/Guardians receive an sms informing them when their child has not

attended school.

When children are absent from school due to sickness, they are to present a medical certificate to their class teacher on their return to school. Parents are to ensure that the pupil’s medical record card is to be filled in by the doctor.

Sick children are not to be sent to school.

When children have contracted a contagious illness such as chickenpox, measels etc, a medical certificate declaring them fit for school is to be presented to the class teacher upon their return.

Homework is not sent home when children are sick. Children may enquire about missed homework once they return to school. This work may then be done gradually as directed by the teacher.

The school is to be notified of any change in address/telephone numbers or family circumstances. Please ensure that the school has a list of numbers where you may be contacted in case of emergency. These may include: grandparents, aunts/uncles etc. This is a very important measure.

Children running a fever, vomitting, complaining of stomach pain or headaches will be sent home. When contacted, please come immediately as any delay may be detrimental to your child’s health.

Inform the school if your child suffers from any medical condition or allergy by providing a note from your doctor explaining the condition/allergy.

No medicines are administered at school. In cases where medicines need to be administered on a long term basis during school hours, the parents/guardians are to inform the school administration so that arrangements can be made for the St James School Nursing service.



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Order & Discipline

It is important that school rules are adhered to so that order and discipline are maintained.

Children are expected to take care of their personal belongings as well as all resources provided by the school (these include books, visual aids, equipment etc).

Books are to be covered and labelled with pupil’s name and class.

Personal belongings including uniform, water bottles, lunchboxes, pencil cases etc., are to be labelled with the child’s name and surname.

Damages caused to school property must be paid for. School books, library books, handouts, hymn books which are on loan are to be replaced/paid for, if torn, scribbled on or lost.

Pupils are to show respect at all times towards the Head of School, Assistant Heads, Teachers, LSAs, Clerk, General Hands and any other persons of authority in the school.

Pupils are to pay attention in class and are not to cause any form of disruption during school hours. They are to help their peers and make an effort to include everyone.

Any form of vandalism, bullying, theft, vulgar /inappropriate language, roughness and disobedience is not acceptable.

Pupils found not abiding by the school rules will be subject to disciplinary action. They will be required to reflect on their actions/consequences. In this way children will come to learn from their mistakes and devise a way to right any wrong doings. The disciplinary action is to reflect the gravity of the offence.

Pupils are only permitted to phone home if they have forgotten their lunch, drink bottle or spectacles. In this way they will learn to be more responsible and independant.



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Parents/Guardians are to inform the school of any changes in transport arrangements.

Pupils are expected to be on their best behaviour during transport. Pupils failing to do so will be subject to disciplinary measures.

Dismissal

Should you or the person who usually collects your son/daughter from school is unable to do so, kindly inform the school. When doing so please provide the name, surname and ID card number of the person who you have delegated to collect your child from school. The delegated person is to present his/her ID card when collecting your child.

Dismissal is at 14:20pm.

Latecomers will be the last students to leave the school premises at the end of the school day.

School Outings

Pupils are expected to participate in school outings as they are educational and form part of the school curriculum.

Parents/Guardians are to ensure that the necessary consent form is signed to enable their child to attend the outing.

The consent form is to be returned to school together with the applicable payment in a closed envelope. Kindly write the child’s name, class and name of outing on the envelope.

Money collected for transport is non refundable.

Food items for educational outings are to be according to the guidelines used by the Directorate.



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Always inform the school in the event of finding hair which is infested with nits or lice. During the scholastic year, Topbrands Malta visit the school to check the children’s hair. If your son/daughter’s hair is found to be infested you will be asked to carry out the necessary treatment. Prior to returning to school, the Parent/Guardian must visit Topbrands Malta for certification that your son/daughter’s hair is clear. Under NO CIRCUMSTANCES will your child be able to return to school without this certification.

Food items

Pupils are to bring two packed lunches (one for each break). These are to be brought in a plastic lunchbox (labelled with the child’s name and class), as a measure to reduce unnecessary waste.

Kindly refer to the official HELP document for a list of permissable foods. The document may be viewed online on the following link:

https://education.gov.mt/en/resources/Documents/Teachers%20Resources/help.pdf

For further examples of healthy packed lunches kindly go to the following link:

https://education.gov.mt/en/education/student-services/Documents/Packed%20lunches.pdf

Pupils should bring a clean serviette with them everyday.

Pupils are only permitted to drink water (not flavoured) or plain white milk (provided by the school).

Pupils taking milk are to bring a clean plastic cup with them everyday. Please ensure that the cup has the child’s name and class written on it. Sweets /packets/chewing gum are not permitted.

Pupils celebrating their birthday may come to school wearing casual clothing so that they are easily recognisable by all. These pupils are



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permitted to bring a plain cake/plain muffins/plain cup cakes to share with

their classmates on their special day.

Cakes/muffins/cupcakes with icing/cream/nutella/sweets/frosting etc.,will not be distributed. Your co-operation is highly solicited.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day as it helps children to concentrate better.

List of Permissible Food Items

A selection of fresh and toasted sliced sandwich bread, rolls, baguettes, ftira, buns, ciabatta, pitta bread and wraps using healthy fillings

A variety of fresh vegetables, tuna, chicken, low fat cheese, beans

Ħobż biż-żejt: Maltese bread with tuna, tomatoes, lettuce and beans

Cold rice, couscous and pasta dishes

Homemade pies and quiches with healthy fillings

Baked pasta and rice

Homemade meatballs and rice balls

A selection of salads, fresh fruit & vegetables

Plain galletti, crackers, rice cakes and crisp breads, prreferably wholegrain and using low-fat, low-salt varieties. They may be accompanied by cheese, tomatoes, homemade dips

Fresh fruit, dried fruits, nuts (unsalted) and vegetabless (carrot sticks, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, celery sticks)

Beverages: water



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List of Prohibited Foods

High fat, high salt processed foods such as:

Peanut butter, sausages, sausage rolls, hot dogs, burgers (unless homemade), salami, luncheon meat, pepperoni, chicken nuggets (unless homemade), processed cheese slices, cheese dippers, bagged savoury snacks

High Sugar level foods:

Chocolate spread such as nutella;

doughnuts, croissants, sponges;

chocolates, sweets, confectionery;

Cereal bar

Beverages:

Flavoured water, fizzy drinks (soft drinks), juices

Transport

Pupils residing beyond one kilometre from the school are eligible to make use of school transport provided by the Directorate. Parents/Guardians are to make a written request to the school, where they are to provide the child’s name, class and requested route.

The school is not responsible for children who make use of privately organised transport once they leave the school premises. Nor is the school responsible for children who arrive at school before 8:20am.

No supervision is provided to pupils making use of state provided transport who arrive at school before 8:20am.

No on-board supervision is carried out.