Handbook for Students and Parents Outlining School Rules, Penalties for Rules Broken, School Procedures for Students, Important Information for Parents.

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The Philosophy of the Port Moresby Grammar School states that we are: An Independent School striving for academic excellence in a traditional, disciplined and caring environment. In our school, a strong standard of discipline is maintained. The key word at Port Moresby Grammar School is RESPECT Or, in other words, as in the Book of Mathew 7:12 reads, “Do for others what you want them to do for you: this is the meaning of the Law of Moses and of the teachings of the Prophets” It is the aim of the founders of the School that our students will leave, not only with a strong educational background but also with the strong knowledge and practice of good manners, self-discipline, and pride in themselves, their school and their country. The Port Moresby Grammar School Board of Directors approved this revised edition of the HANDBOOK FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS on 23 September 2010.

DONALD DANIELS MBE MELE OLLEY Chairman Principal September 2010

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SECTION 1

PORT MORESBY GRAMMAR SCHOOL RULES

SECTION 2

PENALTIES FOR RULES BROKEN

SECTION 3

SCHOOL PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS

SECTION 4

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

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SECTION 1

PORT MORESBY GRAMMAR SCHOOL RULES

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TABLE OF CONTENTS OF SCHOOL RULES ATTENDANCE ........................................................................................................................................................ 1 DRIVING TO SCHOOL ........................................................................................................................................... 2 FEELING SICK DURING THE DAY ....................................................................................................................... 3 LEAVING SCHOOL DURING THE DAY ................................................................................................................ 4 PUNCTUALITY ....................................................................................................................................................... 5 APPEARANCE ........................................................................................................................................................ 6 PERSONAL PROPERTY ........................................................................................................................................ 7 SPORTS UNIFORM ................................................................................................................................................ 8 UNIFORM-SCHOOL UNIFORM ............................................................................................................................. 9 VALUABLES/MONEY/MOBILE PHONES ........................................................................................................... 10 DISRESPECT OF SCHOOL AUTHORITY ........................................................................................................... 11 LANGUAGE SPOKEN IN PORT MORESBY GRAMMAR SCHOOL .................................................................. 12 RESPECT FOR EACH OTHER ............................................................................................................................ 13 RESPECTFUL BEHAVIOUR/GOOD MANNERS ................................................................................................. 14

RESPECT FOR SCHOOL PROPERTY ................................................................................................................ 15

MOVEMENT OF STUDENTS IN THE SCHOOL .................................................................................................. 16 TOILETS ................................................................................................................................................................ 17 ALCOHOL AND ILLEGAL DRUGS...................................................................................................................... 18 DANGEROUS PRACTICES/IMMORAL PRACTICES ......................................................................................... 19 DANGEROUS WEAPONS .................................................................................................................................... 20 FIGHTING AND ASSAULT ................................................................................................................................... 21 GRAFITTI .............................................................................................................................................................. 22 HARASSMENT ..................................................................................................................................................... 23 PORNOGRAPHY .................................................................................................................................................. 24 SMOKING,CHEWING BETEL NUT/GUM ............................................................................................................ 25 STEALING ............................................................................................................................................................. 26 SWEARING ........................................................................................................................................................... 27 ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE ...................................................................................................................................... 28 ACADEMIC REVIEW COMMITTEE ..................................................................................................................... 29 PREFECTS AND CLASS CAPTAINS .................................................................................................................. 30 REPEATED BREAKING OF SCHOOL RULES ................................................................................................... 31 THE STUDENT DISCIPLINARY COMMITEE ...................................................................................................... 32 THE DISCIPLINE SYSTEM WITHIN THE SCHOOL ............................................................................................ 33 THE DISCIPLINE PROCESS ................................................................................................................................ 34

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SCHOOL RULES As a condition of enrolment, all students and their parents or guardians undertake, in writing, to respect and to follow the School rules of Port Moresby Grammar School. The school reinforces traditional values and provides a disciplined, safe and secure learning environment for its students. Self-discipline, through support, guidance and consistency, is the ultimate goal for all students. 1. ATTENDANCE Attendance at all lessons is compulsory. It is not acceptable to be absent from one class in order to complete work for another subject. Students are expected to be at school and attend each class on time. It is the school’s aim to produce graduates prepared for employment or training, who understand the importance of punctuality in the workplace. The School enters students for the PNG National Examinations: it must therefore follow the rules governing those exams. Department of Education Secretary’s Instruction 2/94 states: The maximum period of absence from school beyond which student is considered ineligible for certification is 30 days continuous or cumulative absence in any one school year. If a student has a good reason to be away from school, the parents or guardians must endeavor to contact the school. On returning to school, the student must bring a written explanation from parents or a doctor and give it to his/her Class Patron. School fee absences and disciplinary suspension days count towards the 30-day rule. When a student’s absences reach 20 days, a letter will be sent to the parent or guardian advising them of the ruling. If absences are unexplained, parents will be asked to come for an interview. If the maximum period of absence is reached, the student may either be: • Deemed ineligible to sit for the National Exams • Advised to repeat the year • Referred to the Head of School for withdrawal from School 2. DRIVING TO SCHOOL Senior students are permitted to drive to school. The parents/guardians are to inform the Principal in writing of the arrangement at the beginning of the year.

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3. FEELING SICK DURING THE DAY Students who fall sick during the day must report to the Class Patron who then refers him/her to the respective Heads of Schools. If a student is too sick to continue lessons, the Head of School will decide if a parent/guardian should be called to pick up the child from the school to go home. A permission slip to leave school must be signed and issued by the Head of School or the Principal. 4. LEAVING SCHOOL DURING THE DAY Students must have a note from a parent/guardian requesting permission to leave school at a certain time. This note is to be shown to the class Patron to sign. A permission slip to leave school will be signed and issued by the Head of School when the student shows the letter. No student should leave the school premises during the day without the signed permission slip from the respective Heads of Schools or the Principal. 5. PUNCTUALITY Coming late to school is often the result, not of the distance travelled, but the poor time management of the student, and in some cases, the parents. The school day starts at 7.45am when the students should assemble before they go into class. Students arriving after that time are deemed late. At 8:15 a.m., the school gates will close. Students are admitted only after the Teacher on Duty records their names and has their diary stamped ‘Late’. Late arrivals must always present their stamped diary before a teacher will admit them to a room. Students who are late disrupt the class. Students who arrive after 8:15 a.m will not be permitted into period 1 lesson and will be asked by the Teacher on Duty to do a cleaning task. Students who arrive after 8:40a.m. will not be permitted into period 2 and will be asked by the Teacher on Duty to do a cleaning task. Students who arrive after 9:20a.m. will not be allowed into School and the Head of School will call the parents to pick up their child. After the Teacher on Duty releases the student, the student will go to his/her classroom, knock and stand at the door until advised by the teacher or class captain to go to their seat. Students who are repeatedly late will be asked to bring their parents for an interview with the Heads of Senior or Junior School.

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6. APPEARANCE We expect all our students to have a high standard of cleanliness and grooming. The School considers the following unacceptable:

Unacceptable appearance • Stained and unclean teeth • Dirty fingernails and bright polished fingernails (clear nail polish is allowed) • Shaven heads, dreadlocks or uncombed hair, or unusual hairstyles. • Attending school without having a shower • Facial hair – beards are not permitted for boys up to and including Year 12. • Jewelry – small earring or studs (two only) are permitted. Nose rings and other

adornments are not permitted. Dangling earrings are not permitted. • Wearing Make-up – There should not be any make-up worn to school or in school. • Wearing Unpolished or broken shoes Students who come to school in any of the above unacceptable appearance will be sent home with a note to their parents/guardians for an interview. 7. PERSONAL PROPERTY Personal property and clothing should be clearly marked. Lost personal property must be given to the Dean. If you have lost some property, which is clearly marked with your name, check at the Dean’s office. 8. SPORTS UNIFORM The sports uniform for boys and girls consists of blue Port Moresby Grammar School T-shirt, dark blue shorts, white socks, and sports shoes. Full sports uniform must be worn on sports days. In special circumstances when it is not possible to wear the sports uniform, students should have a letter of explanation from parents in their diary. Physical Education (PE) –Students are to wear their Sports Uniform to school on their sports day. All students should purchase the school cap or hat. Only school caps and hats are to be worn to, from and at school. The school cap/hat should be worn for outdoor activities. 9. UNIFORM - School Uniform Students of one of the most respected schools in Papua New Guinea are expected to represent their School at all times whilst in uniform. We encourage our students to have pride in themselves and their school with correct uniform and appropriate responsible behaviour within and outside the school grounds.

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The school uniform is very distinctive For Boys • Dark blue school shorts reaching to above the knees (Years Prep to 9). Students in Year

10 and above may wear long blue trousers • Light blue shirt with dark blue collar and epaulets (Shirt tucked in) • POM Grammar School badge on breast left pocket. • Light blue long socks • Black, polished, low cut shoes • School hat/cap • Plain white or light grey T-shirts or vests may be worn under the shirt • Black belt may be worn Baggy, cargo or knee length shorts and jeans are unacceptable. Black ‘stockman’ boots may only be worn with long trousers, not shorts. No other type of footwear may be worn. For Girls • Dark blue tailored knee-length skirt • Light blue school blouse with school badge on breast left pocket.(Blouse tucked in) • Light blue, short socks • Black polished low cut shoes • Plain or light grey T-shirts may be worn under the blouse. • School hat/cap Blouses and shirts are to be tucked in at all times. Shoes are to be polished (the SRC runs a shoe polishing service) and uniforms must be clean, neat and in good repair. Complete school uniform must be worn to and from school unless otherwise directed.

10. VALUABLES /MONEY/MOBILE PHONE Valuable items, expensive jewelry, large amounts of money (above K50.00), DVDs and iPods must be left at home and not brought to school by students. Use of mobile phones during class will result in their confiscation. Mobile phones must be switched off as soon as the students enter the school gate and may be switched back on after dismissal. The School will not accept responsibility for the loss of valuables and large amounts of money or any property.

11. DISRESPECT FOR SCHOOL AUTHORITY Students are expected to display respect and follow instructions as given by those in authority at school. Students in breach of this rule will be dealt with severely.

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12. LANGUAGE English is the language of the school and will be spoken at all times, except during classes where another language is being taught. Implementation of this rule is important. It assists to give a sense of unity in the school. 13. RESPECT FOR EACH OTHER A student of Port Moresby Grammar School is proud of the school and each other. Respect for one’s fellow students, teachers and support staff is essential. If you cannot respect others, then you do not respect yourself. Having respect for each other means, you do not gossip, tease or bully other students. The School does not tolerate any form of bullying behaviour. Students in breach of this rule will be dealt with severely.

14. RESPECTFUL BEHAVIOUR/GOOD MANNERS

Students are expected to demonstrate respectful and courteous behaviour at all times. This includes appropriate language, behaviour and good manners. Everyone, especially the people that count – your parents, your teachers, your leaders, and later on, your employers, respects good manners. Display disrespectful behaviour and you will not get a job or a recommendation from the School. Display good manners and you are half way to success already. Good manners and respectful behaviour are demonstrated by: • Standing promptly, when your teacher, Principal or a visitor enters the classroom • Greeting your teachers and visitors to the school • Calling a teacher by his/her name, or ‘Sir’, ‘Madam’ or ‘Miss’ • Standing to answer questions • Speaking clearly, not mumbling • Making way for others • Helping teachers to carry books, etc • Volunteering to help • Keeping your hands out of your pockets – they are for handkerchiefs • Saying ‘Please’, ‘Thank you’, and ‘Sorry’ • Respecting yourself and others means it is unnecessary to gossip or tease 15. RESPECT FOR SCHOOL PROPERTY The Government or Church Agency does not own our school. It is paid for out of your school fees. The student concerned will pay for any willful damage to property. Respect for your School means respecting property. Writing on classroom walls, desks, chairs and toilet walls and in books will not be tolerated and will be dealt with very severely.

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If a student loses his/her textbook, library book or other issued material, then he/she will be liable for replacement. Many textbooks cost over K150 each. Look after them. Classrooms are to be kept in a tidy condition. Class Patrons and class captains will roster students for cleaning classrooms, and the areas outside the classrooms each day. Care of the environment is important. The school environment should be tidy and free of litter for health and safety reasons. All students are expected to assist in keeping rooms and grounds clean and tidy by using the rubbish bins provided. Students who are caught littering or damaging the school property will be dealt with severely. 16. MOVEMENT OF STUDENTS IN THE SCHOOL For reasons of safety of persons and property, students are not allowed on stairs, corridors, balcony areas or classrooms:

(a) before 7.45am (b) during morning recess, and (c) during lunch time.

At recess and lunch times, all students are to move out of the classrooms and buildings as soon as possible and move to their assigned areas. All movement in the buildings should be orderly and quiet. For safety reasons, there should be no running in buildings. Any form of misbehavior or horseplay is forbidden in classrooms. If classes are to move to another room for a period they are to move quickly and quietly. Because of the concrete grounds and walls, unruly running and unsupervised games are not permitted in the Courtyard. 17. TOILETS Toilets must be used properly. They are for everyone’s convenience. Flush the toilets, do not stand on seats, and do not splash water everywhere. Any waste paper/tissues are to be placed in the correct containers/bins provided. Toilets are not places for meeting your friends. To lessen classroom interruption, students are to go for drinks and to the toilets at recess and lunch times only. Students are not permitted to go to the toilet during lessons. Exceptions are to be made in the case of illness.

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18. ALCOHOL AND ILLEGAL DRUGS If a student is caught drinking in Public in full school uniform or partly dressed in our School Uniform, the Head of School will immediately suspend the student. Students entering into the school in possession of, or under the influence of alcohol and/or marijuana will be immediately suspended and may face termination. This includes homemade brew. The use, possession and distribution of illegal drugs on school premises, or at a school function, is a matter of utmost concern, and will not be tolerated. Students found in possession of illegal drugs – marijuana and others – are endangering their own health and welfare and that of others. In view of the nature of such behaviour, the Police will be notified about illegal drug-related incidents. 19. DANGEROUS PRACTICES, UNHEALTHY PRACTICES, UNLAWFUL PRACTICES

AND IMMORAL PRACTICES E.g. Cults (System). All the above practices are a matter of utmost concern and will not be tolerated. They will be dealt with very severely. 20. DANGEROUS WEAPONS Possession of, displaying and distribution of dangerous weapons including models of any kind at Port Moresby Grammar School are of utmost concern and will not be tolerated. The Police will be notified immediately if a dangerous weapon is brought into the School 21. FIGHTING AND ASSAULT It is an inappropriate way of settling disputes and will not be condoned. Fighting has no place in a civilized community; and it will be dealt with very severely. Threats and threatening language or behaviour or any act of violence will not be tolerated, and will be dealt with severely. This includes vandalism and damage to school or other people’s property. 22. GRAFFITI Graffiti on school or personal property is not acceptable at Port Moresby Grammar School. Students caught or found guilty of graffiti in toilets, on building walls, school chairs and desks, other school equipment, etc. will be dealt with severely.

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23. HARASSMENT Harassment can be physical (bullying), sexual (rude notes, gestures), verbal, racial, etc. It is inappropriate behaviour in a civilised community. Harassment of any form will not be tolerated at Port Moresby Grammar School and will be dealt with severely. 24. PORNOGRAPHY Possession and distribution of pornographic materials (magazines, flash drives, pictures, displaying of pornographic pictures on school computers and screens, mobile phones.), objects, materials, is a most serious offence and will not be tolerated. It will be dealt with very severely, and Police action may be taken. 25. SMOKING, CHEWING BETELNUT/ GUM It is a personal or family decision whether or not you wish to indulge in these habits. However, it is a Board decision that they are not permitted in school, or anywhere else whilst in school uniform. • Smoking or having tobacco products including matches and lighters in their possession is

not permitted in the School. • Chewing betel nut or having in their possession mustard, lime or betel nut is not permitted

in the school. • Chewing gum or bubble gum is not permitted in the School. Students seen smoking or chewing betel nut or purchasing cigarettes or betel nut from vendors in the area around the school or at the bus stop whilst in school uniform will meet with the Head of School. 26. STEALING Stealing is a criminal offence and punishable by law. Stealing of school property or stealing from other students/staff is a serious offence. Student caught/found or illegally in possession of school, library books may lead to their enrolment cancelled. 27. SWEARING Swearing shows a lack of respect, and is inappropriate and offensive. It is neither manly nor well mannered to swear. Offensive and threatening language or behaviour will not be tolerated.

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28. ACADEMIC DISCIPLINE Port Moresby Grammar School aims to be a school of academic excellence. The teachers strive to ensure all students are motivated and extended to achieve their fullest possible potential. However, students at this school must ensure that they themselves have the internal discipline to achieve their very best. Production of work of the highest standard, striving for the best possible marks in tests and exams, nightly homework and regular study will achieve this personal academic discipline and such habits will be evident in the student’s future life. Students, who repeatedly do not complete given work, will be required to attend an interview with the Head of School. 29. ACADEMIC REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC) At the end of each Semester, the Academic Review meets to discuss each student’s performance. Members of the ARC consist of the Principal, Head of School, Dean, Patron and subject teacher. The Committee may recommend counseling, further work and a warning. It may summons students to appear before it. Parents may also be advised. If a student repeats low academic achievement or has failed to carry out the work required by the ARC, that student might be referred to the Principal for possible withdrawal from School. 30. PREFECTS AND CLASS CAPTAINS Loyalty of student leaders to the school rules is essential. Prefects and class captains have important duties; they are also given power by the Principal to tell students what to do, within certain limits. If a prefect or class captain gives a student a lawful order, it is to be obeyed. Do not argue or go against your elected leaders. 31. REPEATED BREAKING OF SCHOOL RULES Students who repeatedly break school rules will be referred directly to the Head of School for immediate suspension and may be recommended for termination through the Student Disciplinary Committee. Depending on the nature of the rules broken, a student may be required to sign a ‘Memorandum of Agreement’ Students who do not honour a Memorandum of Agreement with the School will possibly be asked to withdraw or terminated.

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32. THE STUDENT DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE The Board of Directors has established a Student Disciplinary Committee to deal with very serious cases that is also a criminal offence and may involve the Police. Such cases include Drugs, Pornography and Possession and/or use of a dangerous weapon. The Disciplinary Committee consists of the Principal’s nominee, Heads of Schools, Grade level Dean, and the School Captains as representatives of the Student Body. Other members may be co-opted. The SDC has the responsibility to recommend students to the Principal for punishment, even termination from school. Parents and students may appeal to the Board of Directors against termination. 33. THE DISCIPLINE SYSTEM WITHIN THE SCHOOL The school expects students to follow the School Rules. The great majority of students follow our rules and are valuable members of the school family. For the small group of students who break the rules, sanctions will apply. 34. THE DISCIPLINE PROCESS The following strategies may be used for breaches of school rule, and cases of misconduct or misbehaviour. • Student/Teacher resolution or Class/Teacher resolution • The issue of demerit points • Lunch time or after school detention • Referral to student counsellor • Compulsory interview – Parent/Teacher • Compulsory interview – Parent/Dean • Compulsory interview –Parent/Head of School • First verbal and/or written warning • Community service (manual work) • Memorandum of Agreement with the School • Suspension • Withdrawal from studies – cancellation of enrolment • Termination • Referral to Police

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SECTION 2

PENALTIES FOR RULES BROKEN

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PENALTIES FOR RULES BROKEN Please read the penalties that will be imposed if students are not compliant with our rules and procedures. ABSENCE - from lessons whilst at school (Refer to Rule # 1) First Offence – Interview with Class Patron – File Note in Diary Second offence- Interview with Dean, Class Patron and Parents Third Offence - Compulsory Interview with Parents and Head of School. ABSENCE - Leaving the School without Permission from Head of School (Refer to Rule # 4) First Offence - Compulsory Interview with Parents & Head of School Second offence - 2 days suspension imposed by Head of School Third Offence - Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) ABSENCE - Student did not arrive at school but seen in Public (Refer to Rule # 1) First Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & Head of School Second offence – Compulsory Counselling imposed by Head of School & Possible Withdrawal from School. APPEARANCE (Refer to Rule # 6) Beards First Offence - K2.00 for purchase of razorblade from Front Office OR 30 minutes assigned cleaning task. Second Offence – 1- day suspension by Head of School. Shaven Head/Unusual hair style/Dyed hair that is not a natural colour First Offence -1 to 5 days suspension by Head of School to allow for re-growth or re-colouring of hair to natural hair colour or to re style hair to style acceptable to the School. Wearing Make Up/Jewellery First Offence - Student will be asked to wash make up off and/or take off jewelry and put it away in their school bag. Second Offence – 1- day suspension by Head of School.

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NOTE: the Head of School will suspend repeat offenders for 2 - 5 days. ALCOHOL (Refer to Rule # 18) Drinking Alcohol in Full view of the Public – (An eye witness written report by a student/ teacher or a member of the public) First Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & 3 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Second offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) Drinking Alcohol in School

First Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & 3 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Second offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) Bringing Alcohol to the School Premises First Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & 3 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Second offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) Attending School under the Influence of Alcohol First Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & 3 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Second offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) CHEWING BETEL NUT (Refer to Rule # 25) First Offence – 40 minutes assigned cleaning task. Second Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & 2 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Third Offence - Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) DAMAGE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY or A PERSONAL PROPERTY BELONGING TO SOME OTHER PERSON (Refer to Rule # 15) First Offence – Compulsory interview with Parents & Head of School. & Student pays for the damage. Second Offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination)

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DRUGS (Refer to Rule # 18) First Offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) DANGEROUS WEAPONS (Refer to Rule # 20) First Offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) FIGHTING (Refer to Rule # 21) First Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & 3 days suspension imposed by Head of School Second Offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) GRAFITTI (Refer to Rule # 22) First Offence – 40 minutes assigned cleaning task and 2 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Second offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) HARRASSMENT/BULLYING/MALICIOUS GOSSIP (Refer to Rule # 13 and Rule #23) First Offence: Compulsory Interview with Parents and Head of School. Second Offence: Compulsory Interview with Parents & 2 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Third Offence: Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) LATENESS from 8:00 (Refer to Rule # 5) 15 Minutes Late – assigned cleaning task & student not allowed into Period 1. 30 minutes Late – assigned cleaning task & student not allowed into Period 1. 45 minutes Late – assigned cleaning task & student not allowed into Period 2. 60 Minutes Late - assigned cleaning task & student not allowed into Period 2. 80 Minutes Late – Report to Head of School 3 - 4 days late in a week - Compulsory Interview with Parents and Head of School (Possible 2 days suspension by Head of School) If lateness persists – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Withdrawal from School)

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LITTERING (Refer to Rule # 16) First Offence – Student will be asked to pick up litter for half an hour. Second offence - K10.00 penalty to go towards Environment Society earth@grammar Third Offence - K20.00 penalty to go towards Environment Society earth@grammar Repeated offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee MOBILE PHONES (Using Mobile Phone during School Hours) (Refer to Rule # 10) First Offence – Phone removed and taken to Principals’ Office & student to collect the phone from the Principal’s Office after school. Second offence – Phone ban for a week. Third Offence - Compulsory Interview with Parents & 3 days suspension imposed by Head of School. OUT OF BOUND AREAS & DISORDERLY MOVEMENT (Refer to Rule # 16) First offence: Assigned cleaning task & student not allowed into class for 1 Period. Second Offence: Assigned cleaning task & student not allowed into class for 2 Periods. Third offence: Student meets with the Head of School PORNOGRAPHY (Refer to Rule # 24) First Offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) SMOKING (Refer to Rule # 25) Smoking in School Uniform in full view of the Public – (An eyewitness written report by a student/ teacher or a member of the public) First Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & 3 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Second offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) Smoking in School – (A written report by a student or teacher)

First Offence – Compulsory Interview with Parents & 3 days suspension imposed by Head of School. Second offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination)

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SPEAKING IN A LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH (Refer to Rule # 12) First Offence Student will prepare for an oral presentation in English to present to his or her own class on the importance of Speaking in English. Second Offence Student will prepare for an oral presentation in English to present to a class lower or higher than the student’s class about the importance of Speaking in English. Third Offence Student will prepare a 3 minutes oral presentation in English to present at the School Assembly on the importance of Speaking English SWEARING (Refer to Rule # 27) First Offence – Interview with the Dean & Counselling/ Reconciliation Process Second Offence – 2 days suspension by Head of School Third Offence - Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) STEALING (Refer to Rule # 26) First Offence – 5 days suspension by Head of School/ Recovery of Goods Second Offence – Face the Disciplinary Committee (Possible Termination) UNIFORM (Refer to Rule # 8 and Rule # 9) Uniform - Incorrect School Uniform and/or Incorrect Sports Uniform - this includes wearing shoes/hats/caps/belts/hair bands that are not part of the School Uniform. First Offence - If the student does not have a note from the parents with an explanation, the Class Patron contacts the parents immediately by telephone. Second Offence – Compulsory interview with Head of School (suspension may be imposed by Head of School. NOTE: the Head of School will suspend repeat offenders for 2 - 5 days.

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FINES The Principal or the Heads of School will impose fines on individuals and classes. A penalty of K10.00 is paid to the Environment Society of the School earth@grammar. The Society is a group of students who are conscious about the environment. Students in the Principal’s Special projects group are members of this society. Please become a member and help save our planet. Fines will be imposed for the following Unclean Classrooms

1. Graffiti in any shape or form in that particular Home Room. 2. Dirty Rubbish bins (in Home Rooms) 3. Dirty tables (in Home Rooms) 4. Dirty windows (in Home Rooms) 5. Dirty floors (in Home Rooms) 6. Unlocked doors after dismissal (in Home Rooms) 7. Notice Boards – Each Year level is responsible for their own Boards

Unclean School Grounds

1. Canteen Area - (Grade 6) 2. Car Park – (Grade 8) 3. Oval – (Grade 7) 4. Junior Courtyard – (Grade 3) 5. Flowerbeds - Grade 4 (in Senior Courtyard) 6. Haus Tambaran & Courtyard (Grade 5) 7. Area behind the classrooms –(Grades 9, 10 & 11) 8. External walls of Building – Each class is responsible for their own areas.

Misuse of (Fans & Air-Con & Water)

1. Fans – switched on when room is vacant (in Home Rooms) 2. Fans & Air Con switched on in the theatre when it is vacant– Last occupier of the

Room is fined 3. Senior IT lab – Air Con & Monitors switched on when room is vacant -Last occupier of

the room is fined 4. 9 &10 IT Lab – Air Con & Monitors switched on when room is vacant -Last occupier of

the room is fined 5. Jun IT lab - Air Con & Monitors switched on when room is vacant -Last occupier of the

room is fined 6. Rooms 69 & 70 - Fans &/Or Air Con switched on in the when room is vacant– Class is

fined 7. Misuse of water.

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SECTION 3

SCHOOL PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS

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IMPORTANT PROCEDURES TO LEARN OFFICIAL LANGUAGE OF THE SCHOOL We ONLY speak English on the Port Moresby Grammar School Campus. We do not speak Pidgin or any other language. MONDAY- FRIDAY ASSEMBLY Order of Assembly 7:30 Assemble 7:45 Prayer 7:47 3-5 minute Presentation & listening exercise for all students 7:50 Important announcements if there are any 7:55 Dismiss 8:00 Commence Lessons What do we do as a student/pupil? We assemble in our class in the allocated area of the Courtyard at 7:30 a.m. We have our diary ready for the teacher for notes from parents if we are NOT in the correct uniform. We have a small notebook ready for our listening exercise. We stand quietly and wait for the Assembly to start. We place our bags & bilums on the ground. We ensure that our hands are not in our pockets and we stand tall and still. We do not eat drink or chew at the Assembly. (Only water is permitted) The Lord’s Prayer We bow our heads in prayer. We repeat the Lord’s Prayer loudly and clearly. The National Anthem We stand straight and tall and take a deep breath while we wait for the cue. We sing loudly and clearly because we are proud of our anthem. We look at the Teachers on the Stage when we are singing. We ensure that our hands are by our side and not in our pockets. The Pledge We stand straight and tall and take a deep breath while we are waiting for the cue. We raise our right hand level with our face. We recite the Pledge loudly and clearly. We look at the Teachers on the Stage while we are reciting the Pledge. Greeting We greet the person who is addressing us by name. We greet the person enthusiastically and energetically. We greet the person with a smile.

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Ground Rules for your Listening Exercise We listen carefully. We may take notes. What the teacher will do: The teacher will check your uniform. check the roll. issue notices if the need arises. stand with you and wait for the assembly to commence. participate in the listening exercise. Latecomers (Inner Front gates to the Senior School will be closed by 8:15 a.m.) If we arrive late, we will wait quietly in the car park until the Assembly is over. Assembly Etiquette Do’s We clap loudly at the end of a speech or an item to show our appreciation. We do not drag out our claps deliberately. Assembly Etiquette Don’ts Port Moresby Grammar Students do not wolf whistle. Port Moresby Grammar Students do not boo a performance. Port Moresby Grammar Students do not make rude or embarrassing comments about a performance. Those who disturb the Assembly If we disturb the Assembly, we will be asked to leave the Assembly. Manner of Presentation on Stage Port Moresby Grammar Students are confident presenters and we face our audience when we are presenting an item. We do not turn our backs on the students or look at our feet. We ensure that we are in full School uniform when we present an item. We are very mindful of our visitors. Receiving an Award at the Assembly Receiving an award is a mark of achievement and one that we should be proud. When we receive our award, we show appreciation by shaking hands firmly with the person giving out the award. We also show our appreciation by looking at the person and saying ‘Thank You”.

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MOVEMENT WITHIN THE SCHOOL Simple Rule We keep to the left hand side if we are moving through the corridors or up and down the stairs. We greet people as we walk along. We greet them by name if we know them. If we do not know the person, we use Madam or Sir respectively. If it is a fellow student and we do not know his name or her name, we say "hello”. It means a lot. We do not run. We display good manners and are courteous at all times. We have a smile on our face when we greet people and we look them in the face when we are greeting them. If we accidentally bump into someone, we apologise and ensure that the person is OK. Coming through the front Gate We greet our teacher on duty enthusiastically. We greet other students/pupils enthusiastically. Moving to Specialist Rooms We wait for our specialist teacher to move us into the specialist room if our lesson falls in Periods 1,2,3,4,6,8,& 9. If our specialist lesson is after recess or after lunch, then we are to take our books for Periods 5 & 7 when we leave the classroom for recess and lunch. We are to move to the Specialist Room as soon as the bell has rung. Recess and Lunch Our breaks are so important for revitalizing us so we go out at recess and lunch and have something to eat and drink. We socialize with other students at Recess and Lunch and we get to know as many students as we can. We do not sit in the classroom and become anti-social. We remain in the classroom on wet days or if a teacher asks us to complete a task. Moving to the Canteen We move quickly. We are always courteous and we keep to the left hand side of the corridors.

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Moving from the Canteen We are required to move to our classes when we hear the warning bell. Conduct at the Canteen We show good manners by queuing and waiting in line respectfully. We allow those younger than us to be in line first. We show good manners to the Canteen Staff and we speak clearly, when we are making a purchase. We thank the Canteen Staff when we are handed our food. We always place our rubbish in the bins. We DO NOT poke our rubbish in nooks or crevices or throw them to the ground. Exit Passes Exit Passes are used by students for exiting the Classroom during lessons, The Teacher gives exit passes to students Class Captains are not allowed to hand out the EXIT PASSES to students. Class Captains may use the EXIT PASS to fetch a teacher. Entering a Private Office We knock before we enter. We wait until we are invited to sit down by the occupant of the Office. If an invitation is not forthcoming, we continue to stand with our hands by our sides and not in our pockets. We speak clearly if we are conveying a message. Exiting the School We DO NOT exit the School unless we are given permission by the Heads of School or the Principal. We are given a permission slip only after the School has contacted our parents or guardians. It is our responsibility to update phone numbers with our Class Patrons. Notes from parents do not necessarily mean we are given permission to leave. Our Parents or guardians will need to be contacted. Out of Bound Areas of the School Car Park Area (Once we enter the School grounds for School) Staff Room (Junior or Senior) School Workshop. (This area is for our Support Staff) Specialist Rooms (Unless a teacher is present)

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Junior School Courtyard for the Years 7-12 students Grades 6 &7 & 8 corridors are out of bounds for Years 9 -12. All Areas behind the School Haus Tambaran. Private Offices. Gardens. Classrooms at Recess and Lunch HEALTHY FOOD We eat healthy lunches and morning tea. We understand that many of our traditional foods contain nutrients essential for a healthy body and a healthy mind. We save sweets and fatty treats for special occasions. We drink a lot of water instead of drinks containing a lot of sugar. GENERAL HYGIENE We are young adults and we are proud to show that we understand the benefits of being clean and healthy. We DO NOT chew, smoke or drink for very good health reasons. We ensure that we wear deodorant in the morning because our climate makes us perspire easily and this can be unpleasant for ourselves and for others. We wash our hands before we handle food. We wash our hands thoroughly after we have used the toilets. We carry a handkerchief or a tissue and we cover our mouth and nose when we cough or sneeze. We DO NOT spit. We maintain a good oral hygiene and we ensure that a dentist regularly checks our teeth. USE OF TOILETS Recess and lunch hours are times when we use the toilets. Unless we are desperate, we refrain from using the toilets in between periods. If we wish to use the toilets in between periods, we ask the teacher who will hand out an EXIT PASS. Port Moresby Grammar School students do not “hang out” in the toilets. They hang out with friends in the Courtyard.

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We show courtesy to others by flushing the toilet cleanly after we use it. If there is no water or toilet tissue, we report it to the Head of School. We show courtesy to others by throwing our rubbish in the bins placed in the toilets and not in the hand basins. SPORTS WEAR We wear our sports uniform when we play sports because we need to be correctly attired when we are doing a lot vigorous exercise. We wear proper sports shoes because we need to protect our feet from being injured while we play. If we play in our uniform, we might ruin our school shoes and our school uniform. We wear our school cap/hat to protect ourselves from the sun. MUFTI DAY DRESS CODE (Only two options) We are either in full mufti or we are in full uniform and we are neatly attired and presentable in both instances. Mufti does not mean”shabby” and “untidy”. We are supportive of our student leaders in the SRC and pay the “damage” for wearing mufti or wearing uniform. We DO NOT wear thongs unless the theme is beachwear. GENERAL CONDUCT IN THE SCHOOL When addressed by a Teacher in the classroom or in the school grounds We stand up straight and look at the teacher when we are being addressed. We do not place our hands in our pocket when a teacher or any other adult is addressing us. When addressed by a Support Staff We show them the same respect we show our teachers. When a teacher enters the Classroom We stand up straight and look at the teacher when a teacher enters the Classroom. When the teacher greets us then, he or she will invite us to sit down. When a teacher is walking along the corridor It is good manners to stand to the side when a teacher is walking along. When we are waiting for a teacher to commence a lesson We believe in a strong culture of learning so we are prepared for our lessons. If a teacher is a little late, we read our notes or we read a book.

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We do not disturb other students who have the right to learn in a quiet environment. We speak quietly to other students if we wish to say something. When talking to fellow students It is good manners to speak so that only our group can hear us. We do not laugh loudly to attract the attention of others. We do not shout at other students. We do not swear at other fellow students. It is NOT only rude; it is against our School Rules. We are mindful that we do not offend our fellow students. When we are talking in the corridor, we stand side by side. We are mindful that we do not inconvenience the through traffic. When we hear an announcement, we stop and listen. We do not continue to talk while the announcement is being made because this is rude and we might miss the important information being conveyed. When you see a parent or visitor in the School Our parents and visitors deserve the same respect we accord our teachers and fellow students. We make them feel welcome to our great School. We ask them if they need help if they look lost. PROHIBITED ITEMS Flash drives. IPods & other Music Players Items that could be used as a dangerous weapon White out. Permanent and Whiteboard markers. Cigarettes or Pipe Betel nut Alcohol Chewing Gum Pornographic materials Drugs Knives Sharp instruments Mobile Phones MOBILE PHONES Mobile Phones are not allowed in School. GENERAL CONDUCT IN PUBLIC We are very conscious of our Public Image so we ensure that we observe our School Rules and display our good manners.

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We are proud to show our Port Moresby Grammar School Uniform and we have every reason to do so because we are the BEST school in Port Moresby. We keep our shirts and blouses tucked in when we are outside the School grounds. We DO NOT Smoke or chew betel nut in Public as this will damage the reputation of our School. We do not offend the Public. Using the Pedestrian Crossing We use the Pedestrian crossing at all times. We do not endanger our lives and the lives of others by not observing simple road rules. We obey the Monitor on duty. It is good manners to thank the motorist for waiting while you cross the road. We do this by either doffing your School cap/Hat or nodding to them in acknowledgement or waving to them and saying “Thank You” visibly so that the driver can see your appreciation. SCHOOL PREFECTS The student body elects school Prefects. Because we elected them, they deserve all our support. We have faith and trust that they will carry out their duties diligently. We show them the respect that they deserve and we listen to them as we would listen to our teachers. SCHOOL COUNSELLOR Our School Counsellor is available at recess, lunch, before, and after school. We sometimes worry about things or we are hurt about something so it is important that we talk about it to someone so that our worry does not adversely affect our schoolwork. We need to be happy at school at all times so we are encouraged to talk to our School Counsellor if we need help in some way or the other. The School Counsellor maintains a high level of confidentiality. RESPECT FOR SCHOOL PROPERTY We do not take anything that belongs to the School. It costs a lot of money to have to replace missing property apart from breaking the School Rule. We report any damage to School Property. RESPECT FOR OTHER PEOPLES’ PROPERTY We do not take anything that does NOT belong to us. We will hurt the person concerned because we have taken something that means a lot to him or her.

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FOUNDATION DAY Foundation Day is a day in Term 1 that we come together as a School to mark the anniversary of the establishment of this great school. We show our delight and appreciation by joining in the celebration with our guardians and our parents. We showcase our traditional dances with pride and we accord it the dignity it deserves. Our Cultural heritage is important in our development as young adults and in the shaping of the society, we live in. FRIENDS OF THE ENVIRONMENT (Please become a member of earth@grammar) We love the environment we live in so we throw our rubbish in the bins. We switch off lights and fans if we are not in the classroom to save energy. We switch off computer monitors after we have used them to save energy. We bring clean empty jam jars and sauce bottles from home and we donate them to the Hospital. We use both sides of the paper to save our trees. We love our city of Port Moresby so we do not litter. We ensure that we turn off taps properly so that we save water. We report water leaks in the bathrooms or outside taps. TIPS FOR BEING A GOOD LISTENER Give your full attention on the person who is speaking. Do not look at what else is going on around you. Make sure your mind is focused, too. It can be easy to let your mind wander if you think you know what the person is going to say next, but you might be wrong! If you feel your mind wandering, change the position of your body and try to concentrate on the speaker’s words. Let the speaker finish before you begin to talk. Speakers appreciate having the chance to say everything they would like to say without being interrupted. When you interrupt, it looks like you are not listening, even if you really are. Let yourself finish listening before you begin to speak! You cannot really listen if you are busy thinking about what you want to say next. Listen for main ideas. The main ideas are the most important points the speaker wants to get across. They may be mentioned at the start of the talk or the end of the talk, and repeated a number of times.

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Pay special attention to statements that begin with phrases such as” My point is…” or “the thing to remember is…” Ask questions if you are not sure you understand what the speaker has said, just ask. It is a good idea to repeat in your own words what the speaker said so that you can be sure your understanding is correct. Give feedback. Sit up straight and look directly at the speaker. Now and then, nod to show you understand. At appropriate points, you may also smile, frown, laugh or be silent. These are all ways to let the speaker know that you are really listening; Remember you listen with your face as well as your ears. Thinking fast Remember: time is on your side! Thoughts move about four times as fast as speech. With practice, while you are listening you will be able to think about what you are hearing, really understand it.

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SECTION 4

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

Table of Contents

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION ENROLMENT .......................................................................................................................................................... 1 SCHOOL FEE ENQUIRIES .................................................................................................................................... 2 DECLARATION BY PARENTS AND GUARDIANS .............................................................................................. 3 DECLARATION BY STUDENTS ............................................................................................................................ 4 SCHOOL UNIFORM ............................................................................................................................................... 5 SCHOOL STATIONERY REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................... 6 SCHOOL LUNCHES ............................................................................................................................................... 7

SCHOOL CALENDAR ............................................................................................................................................ 8

SCHOOL FAMILIES ............................................................................................................................................... 9 SCHOOL DIARIES ................................................................................................................................................ 10 SCHOOL HOURS ................................................................................................................................................. 11

ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL ................................................................................................................................. 12 ARRIVING AT SCHOOL ....................................................................................................................................... 13 LATENESS TO SCHOOL ..................................................................................................................................... 14 DISMISSAL ........................................................................................................................................................... 15 LATE PICK UP ...................................................................................................................................................... 16 PEDESTRIAN CROSSING ................................................................................................................................... 17 PARKING .............................................................................................................................................................. 18 PARENTS’ REQUEST FOR CHILD TO EXIT SCHOOL DURING SCHOOL HOURS ........................................ 19 STRICT ACCESS INTO THE SCHOOL DURING SCHOOL HOURS ................................................................. 20

APPOINTMENTS .................................................................................................................................................. 21

SCHOOL’S REQUEST FOR AN INTERVIEW WITH PARENTS ......................................................................... 22

WITHDRAWAL PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................. 23

ACADEMIC TIMETABLE ............................................................................................................................................................ 1 CURRICULUM ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 ASSESSMENT SCHEDULES ................................................................................................................................. 3 ACADEMIC REPORTS ........................................................................................................................................... 4 INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS....................................................................................................................... 5 READING PROGRAMME ....................................................................................................................................... 6 LEARNING SUPPORT IN LITERACY .................................................................................................................... 7 EXCURSIONS ......................................................................................................................................................... 8 HOLIDAY CLASSES .............................................................................................................................................. 9 SCHOOL LEAVER FORMS FOR YEAR 12 ......................................................................................................... 10 CAREERS ............................................................................................................................................................. 11

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POLICIES

RULES, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES .............................................................................................................. 1 SUSPENSION AS A CONSEQUENCE OF ACTION ............................................................................................. 2

RELIGION ............................................................................................................................................................... 3 MOBILE PHONES................................................................................................................................................... 4 BURSARY AWARDS .............................................................................................................................................. 5 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING ............................................................................................................... 6 PROHIBITED ITEMS .............................................................................................................................................. 7 BAG SEARCHES .................................................................................................................................................... 8

SUN SAFE-NO HAT/ NO PLAY ............................................................................................................................. 9 WATER-WISE ....................................................................................................................................................... 10

SCHOOL EVENTS FUNDRAISING EVENTS ........................................................................................................................................ 1

FOUNDATION DAY ................................................................................................................................................ 2 JUNIOR SCHOOL DISCO ...................................................................................................................................... 3

JUNIOR SCHOOL SPORTS DAY .......................................................................................................................... 4

COMMUNITY DAYS ............................................................................................................................................... 5 PARENTS AND TEACHERS’ INFORMATION EVENING ..................................................................................... 6 SENIOR SCHOOL MINI CONCERT ....................................................................................................................... 7 GRADUATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 8 YEAR 12 FAREWELL DINNER .............................................................................................................................. 9

GOOD FEELING ASSEMBLY .............................................................................................................................. 10

WEEKEND SPORTS ............................................................................................................................................ 11

YEAR 11 CAMP .................................................................................................................................................... 12

SRC CHARITY DRIVE .......................................................................................................................................... 13

WELFARE EMERGENCY DRILL .............................................................................................................................................. 1 STAFF WITH FIRST AID CERTIFICATES ............................................................................................................. 2

SICK CHILDREN..................................................................................................................................................... 3 CONTAGIOUS DISEASES ..................................................................................................................................... 4 SICK BAY ................................................................................................................................................................ 5 COUNSELLING....................................................................................................................................................... 6 SCHOOL TELEPHONE CONTACT NUMBERS .................................................................................................... 7

SCHOOL EMAIL ADDRESSES .............................................................................................................................. 8

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GENERAL ADMINISTRATION 1. ENROLMENT What to do to enrol your child? STEP 1 Do you have the following documents with you? 1. Your child’s transfer certificate from the previous school. 2. A copy of your child’s latest school report. 3. The original Year 8 or Year 10 Certificate if applying for Years 9 & 11 respectively. STEP 2 Complete the Application for Enrolment Form. Please print carefully. STEP 3 Pay your Enrolment Fee. (Non – Refundable Fee). STEP 4 Show your receipt to the Front Office Clerk who will issue you with an Interview card. The Front Office Clerk will organise an interview with one of the following people:

• Principal • Dean of Admissions

Fill in the ENROLMENT FORM given to you by your interviewer. You may take this form away and fill it in at your leisure. Please also read the SCHOOL FEE POLICY carefully. STEP 6 Hand the ENROLMENT FORM together with the FULL PAYMENT OF YOUR CHILD’S FEES to the Cashier. STEP 7 Your child is now ready to commence school at Port Moresby Grammar School

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2. SCHOOL FEE ENQUIRIES Please ask the Head of Support Services for any information relating to invoicing and/or payments. Please also read our School Fee Policy. Email Addresses principal@pomgrammar.ac.pg hss@pomgrammar.ac.pg 3. DECLARATION BY PARENTS AND GUARDIANS We_____________________________________&_________________________________ Name of Father/Guardian Name of Mother/Guardian do hereby declare the information contained in this enrolment is true in every particular. We wish to enrol our child at Port Moresby Grammar School and we agree with the philosophy and aims of this Independent School. We will ensure that our child completes all schoolwork and attends all classes as required. We have read the Parents and Students’ Handbook and undertake that to the best of our ability, our child will obey the School Rules and follow the Students’ Handbook. We undertake to pay the School Fees in accordance with the School Fee Policy. We understand the importance of punctuality and agree to make suitable arrangements to deliver our child to school by 7:45 a.m. and to ensure that he/she is collected by 3:15p.m. We give permission for our child to participate in School Excursions. We give permission for our child to take part in School and Inter School Sports. We understand that breaches of these undertakings may result in the cancellation of our child’s enrolment. ____________________________/___________________________/_________________ Name of Father /Guardian Signature Date ___________________________/____________________________/_________________ Name of Mother /Guardian Signature Date

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4. DECLARATION BY STUDENT ______________________declare that I wish to be enrolled at Port Moresby Grammar Name of Student I promise: to attend all lessons and complete all work given to me by the Staff of Port Moresby Grammar School. to obey the School Rules and to follow the Students’ Handbook. to be in Full School Uniform at all times. I understand very clearly that if I am in breach of this promise, my enrolment may be cancelled. _____________________________________/___________________________/_________ Name of Student Signature Date 5. SCHOOL UNIFORM We encourage our students to wear their uniform with pride. Please ensure that your child comes to school neatly attired in freshly laundered uniform each day. We teach grooming and personal hygiene as part of their development. Your child should also carry a handkerchief or a tissue and not a huge towel draped over their shoulders. If your child needs to wear something other than their uniform, say on a rainy day or you are in the process of purchasing a new set of uniform or a new pair of shoes - please write us a note. The School is reasonable. 6. STATIONERY REQUIREMENTS: Please ensure that your child has the required stationery. Prep Years 1 & 2 Painting smock or old T Shirt HB pencils Water Bottle Eraser Pencils 30cm ruler Colour pencils 8 Exercise Books (96 pages) Crayons 1 German feint ruled book (10mm) Pencil case 1 Project Book Home Reading Pouch/Folder 1 Mapping Book Library bag 1 Botany Book 1 Project Book 1 pair scissors (Small) 1 German feint ruled book (10mm) Colour pencils 1 Botany Book Pencil case 1 Scrap Book Library bag 2 ID Photos Home Reading Pouch/Folder Eraser 1 Bottle glue

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2 ID Photos Years 3 & 4 Years 5 & 6 HB pencils HB pencils Eraser Biros (Black, Blue, Red) 30cm ruler Colour pencils 8 Exercise Books (96 pages) Ruler 1 German feint ruled book (10mm) Eraser 1 Project Book 1 Small bottle of Glue 1 Mapping Book 1 mathematics set 1 Botany Book 1 pair scissors (Small) 1 pair scissors (Small) Pencil case Colour pencils Library bag Pencil case 12 Exercise Books (96 pages) Library bag 1 Graph pad Home Reading Pouch/Folder 1 Project Book 1 Bottle glue 4 lecture pads 2 ID Photos 4 Ring binders Dictionary (Optional) 2 ID Photos Years 7 & 8 Years 9 & 10 HB pencils HB pencils Biros (Black, Blue ,Red) Biros (Black, Blue ,Red) Colour pencils Colour pencils Ruler Ruler Eraser Eraser 1 Small bottle of Glue 1 Small bottle of Glue 1 mathematics set 1 mathematics set 1 pair scissors (Small) 1 pair scissors (Small) 1 Calculator 1 Calculator Pencil case Pencil case Sewing Kit (scissors, pins, tape measure, needle, white thread)

Sewing Kit (scissors, pins, tape measure, needle, white thread)

10 Lecture Pads (128 pages) 1 Graph pad 1 Graph pad 1 Project Book 1 Project Book 10 Lecture pads (128 Pages) 4 Lecture pads 4 Ring binders 4 Ring binders Dictionary (Optional) Dictionary (Optional) 2 ID Photos 2 ID Photos Year 11 Year 12 HB pencils HB pencils Biros (Black, Blue ,Red) Biros (Black, Blue ,Red) Colour pencils Colour pencils Ruler Ruler Eraser Eraser 1 Small bottle of Glue 1 Small bottle of Glue 1 mathematics set 1 mathematics set 1 pair scissors (Small) 1 pair scissors (Small) 1 Scientific Calculator (Compulsory) 1 Scientific Calculator (Compulsory) Pencil case Pencil case

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1 Graph pad 1 Graph pad 1 Project Book 1 Project Book 10 Lecture pads (128 pages) 10 Lecture pads (128 pages) 5 Ring binders 5 Ring binders Dictionary (Optional) Dictionary (Optional) 2 ID Photos 2 ID Photos 7. SCHOOL LUNCHES The Canteen is independently run and provides a variety of lunches. For the Junior School, parents need to place lunch orders in the canteen. Packed lunches from home are the ideal. We encourage our students to eat healthily and drink water rather than juice or fizzy drinks. On your child’s sports day, please ensure that your child has enough water to drink. It has been a matter of concern to the School that some students tend to come to school with quite a huge sum of money. Please limit what your child carries in his/her pockets to just enough money to cover for their lunch and bus fare. Please note that our Front Office Staff do not deliver lunches to the students so we encourage you to be more organised. 8. SCHOOL CALENDAR This information is available in the School Fee Information Booklet for Parents. The Calendar highlights the Term dates, Special Events and Examination Dates. 9 SCHOOL FAMILIES Many schools have houses and house colours. Port Moresby Grammar school is divided into Families. The family school idea is instilled in everything we do at the School. Every class in the School is divided into 6 families and class activities are centred on the families. The family names are as follows: Daniels Red Bamford Blue Wilkes Green Dibela Orange Bell Purple Muliama Yellow Please ask your child to which family he or she belongs. 10. SCHOOL DIARIES Every student receives a student diary at the commencement of the school year. Please use the diary as a means of communication between you and your child’s teacher. All your contact numbers should be updated in your child’s diary.

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11 SCHOOL HOURS School School Starts School Finishes Pick Up Time Junior School (Years Prep-6) 7:45 a.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:35 - 3:30p.m Senior School (Years 7-12) 7:45 a.m. 3:10 p.m. 3:10 - 3:30p.m. If your child arrives after 8:15 a.m. without a good reason, your child will be required to attend a work parade with the Teacher on Duty until the commencement of Period 2 (8:40 a.m.) This will apply to students from Years 5 to 12. Please start your child’s day on a happy note and ensure that he or she is not late for School. 12. ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL The School complies with our Department of Education regulation, and the 30 DAYS rule is applicable today as it did 10 years ago. Please ensure that your child is not often away as each day away counts. The School will contact you if your child has been away and we do not hear from you. Please contact us if your child is going to be away from School. School Numbers:

Switchboard: 3236577 B Mobile: 76654936 Digicel: 73901759

Email Addresses: Head of Senior School seniorschl@pomgrammar.ac.pg Head of Middle school juniorschool@pomgrammar.ac.pg Head of Lower School lowersch@pomgrammar.ac.pg Principal principal@pomgrammar.ac.pg 13. ARRIVING AT SCHOOL The School does not provide any form of transport for the students. It is the parents’ responsibility to transport his or her child to and from school each day. 14. LATENESS TO SCHOOL We are well aware of the congestion in the city but it is your responsibility as a parent to ensure that your child arrives well before school commences. Your child will start on a good note if he or she is early and better prepared for school. Our experience has shown that students who are often late generally have a low self-esteem and this in turn has an adverse effect on their academic performance. The School insists on punctuality as better time management is part of your child’s development.

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15. DISMISSAL Students from Prep to Year 6 wait within the Junior School gate for their parents. The Teacher On Duty will call your child to the gate once the parents or the person authorised to pick up your child is at the gate. There are only a few teachers who are in charge of the Dismissal duty to ensure that your child is picked up by authorised persons only. Please fill in the Pick Up Authority Form, which should list the people authorised to pick up your child. The form should be filled in at the commencement of each year and pasted in front of your child’s diary. 16 LATE PICK UP There are some students who are picked up very late in the afternoon and some times, students are still at school after 5:00 p.m. Students need to be at home at a reasonable hour so that they can have a rest after a long day at school, do their homework and have an early night. Your child will need a good eight hours of sleep per night. 17. PEDESTRIAN CROSSING Please reduce speed when you are approximately 500 metres to our School Pedestrian Crossing. Two members of our Staff manage the crossing each morning and afternoon and both are in luminous jacket. We welcome volunteers for this duty. Please email our Office Manager info@pomgrammar.ac.pg if you wish to be involved with our crossing duty or car park duty. Support us in educating your child in being road safety conscious. 18. PARKING There is adequate parking space in the Oval Area. Our narrow driveway entrance into the Car park from Bava Street requires all our drivers to be mindful of children crossing from the Oval Area into the School or across the entrance of the Car park into the school. In the interest of everyone’s safety, please drive into the car park entrance, park your vehicle and then allow your child to alight and walk into the School. In the Afternoon, please park your vehicle in the car park and walk into the School to pick up your child. We would prefer that you DO NOT ask your child to wait on the kerb side or at the bus stop for you. The Traffic build up is quite heavy between 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. and it can be hazardous for pedestrians and hold ups occur too. 19. PARENTS’ REQUEST FOR CHILD TO EXIT THE SCHOOL DURING THE DAY If you wish to take your child out of class during the day, please write a note to the Head of Junior School or the Deputy Head of Junior School or the Head of Senior School who will give your child a permission slip to leave the School. Please comply with our School procedure,

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as this is essential for your child’s safety. 20. STRICT ACCESS INTO THE SCHOOL DURING SCHOOL HOURS At 8:15 a.m. each morning, our School gates will be closed. Entry into the School will be via the main school office only.. Anyone entering the premises after 8:15 a.m. will be required to sign in a register in the Front Office and will be required to wear a Visitor’s badge. The visitor will be required to sign out and hand the badge back in to the front office Staff. Please cooperate with us. Your child’s safety is paramount to us. 21. APPOINTMENTS Please ring the Front office to make an appointment if you wish to see a member of Staff during school hours. You may also text us to any one of the two school mobile numbers listed in the last section of this book. The teachers are in class at various times during the day and will not be able to leave the class to see you. Appointments will be set from three o’clock onwards unless of course we are able to slot you in during the day. 22. SCHOOL’S REQUEST FOR AN INTERVIEW WITH PARENTS Should we require an interview with you, the teacher will contact you directly by phone, by letter, via your child’s diary or by email. If we request for an interview, it is usually a concern about your child so it is very important that you attend promptly. Please do not say that you are too busy to attend to your child. 23. WITHDRAWAL PROCEDURE (Please read School Fee Policy on Refunds) What to Do to Withdraw Your Child STEP 1 Compulsory Interview with the Dean of Admissions. STEP 2 Parent to sign Student Withdrawal Form with the Dean of Admissions. STEP 3 Student to complete Student Release Form and handed to Dean of Admissions. STEP 4 Transfer Certificate will be issued by the Front Office Clerk if Steps 1, 2, & 3 are completed satisfactorily. STEP 5 School Fee Refunds will be paid if Steps 1, 2 & 3 are completed satisfactorily.

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ACADEMIC 1. TIMETABLE There are 8 x 40 minutes lessons in a day in the Junior School and 9 x 40 minutes lesson in the Senior School. Prep – Year 2

Grades 3-6

English

English

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Religious Education

Religious Education

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Grades 7-10

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English

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Mathematics

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Social Science

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Religious Education

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Physical Education

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2. CURRICULUM (Please also read our Curriculum Handbooks) Port Moresby Grammar School follows the prescribed PNG curriculum for Years Prep to 12. Outcomes Based learning has been part our teaching modus operandi for many years. Some parents are quite anxious about the new curriculum when they should not. If one could explain it simplistically, Outcomes Based Education is a rearrangement of learning in the classroom to better suit the child. There are no changes to the actual content of what your child is learning. What changes in OBE are the style of teaching and the style of assessment. Please also read our Curriculum handbooks for the Year levels. This is made available to the Parents on Parents’ and Teachers’ Information Night. 3. ASSESSEMENT SCHEDULES Schedules are given out at the commencement of the School Year. Please ask your child if he or she has a copy. 4. ACADEMIC REPORTS The School produces two types of report for your child. One is a Mid - Semester Report, which reports on your child’s progress during the term. It includes learning aspects such as how your child completes set tasks in class, how many assessment modules your child has completed and your child’s general attitude to school. The Mid - Semester Report is given twice a year in Terms 1 & 3. Please read this carefully and communicate with us to ensure that your child is on track with their performance. The second type of reporting is an Academic Report. This is issued twice a year at the end of each semester, Terms 2 & 4. This reporting covers your child’s performance in one semester. The students are required to complete the prescribed assessment modules for each course in a semester. The marks are cumulative and your child is ranked in the Year group for each course. (Please also read the Curriculum Handbooks – these are issued at Parents’ and Teachers’ Information Night. 5. INTERNATIONAL EXAMINATIONS Our School offers the following International Examinations. The International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS). The ICAS is the largest independent assessment programme for schools in Australia and it is part of the University of New South Wales Global Pty Ltd, a not- for- profit provider of education, training and consulting services. Every student entering ICAS receives a certificate acknowledging participation. Students are eligible for awards including High Distinction, Distinction and Credit Certificates as well as the prestigious University of New South Wales ICAS medals. Visit their website at www.eaa.unsw.edu.au or email them at info@eaa.unsw.edu.au Examinations offered at our School are as follows:

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• English • Mathematics • Science • Information technology

NSW Education & Training National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN). This is a benchmark test for literacy and numeracy for Years 3, 5, 7, and 9. This test is held around May each year. The test also provide parents and schools with information on each child’s skills in literacy and numeracy. For further information, please visit the NAPLAN* website at http://www.naplan.edu.au/ Please also see School Fee Information. 6. READING PROGRAMME Much care is taken in our reading programmes in the early years. The School has an established phonics programme for students from Prep to Year 2. Our students are put through a Reading Test by the School at various intervals during the year. The school uses the PM Benchmark Kit to assess students ’reading abilities using unseen and meaningful texts. It includes 30 accurately level texts ranging progressively from emergent level to reading age 12. 7. LEARNING SUPPORT - LITERACY This is a reading recovery programme for students designed to reduce literacy failures. It aims to accelerate student progress, to the average level of their grade, as quickly as possible so students may obtain maximum benefit from their classroom instruction. The School uses the Phonics Alive Programme. 8. EXCURSIONS Various excursions for Years Prep to Year 12 are organised by the teachers throughout the year. A fee is required and this is updated in the latest Information for Parents. Please pick up a copy from the Front office. The students are expected to be in full school uniform on these days unless they are requested to do otherwise. Please ensure that your child has enough water to drink on the day of the excursion. Parents of our junior students may join the excursion if they wish. Please email the Head of Middle School or the Head of Lower School if you wish to join the day’s excursion. 9. HOLIDAY CLASSES Holiday classes are conducted for Years 10 and 12 during the terms breaks. The classes are

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held in the mornings from 8:00 to 12:20 noon - Monday to Wednesday during the break. The classes are not compulsory but should you wish to have your child attend, the School will require a signed authority. A form is sent out just before the term break. 10. SCHOOL LEAVER FORMS FOR YEAR 12 The School Leaver Forms are completed by the Year 12 students towards the end of Term 3. Our experience has shown that quite a few parents strongly influence their child’s choice when they are filling in the School Leaver Forms. Parents make a decision on what their child should do. In some cases we have experienced in this School, the parents’ expectation and what the child can do often do not reconcile. This “push” from the parents has seen quite a few students make an unwise choice in their School leaver Forms. Sadly, the student does not get a placement. The impact on a student’s morale is often devastating, to say the least, when the student has not achieved the prerequisite mark required for a particular course. To avoid this sort of disappointment for both you and your child, please communicate with the School. Your child knows what he or she is capable. The teachers know what your child can do. Sensible advice from the teachers and yourselves should guide your child choose wisely. 11. CAREERS Our Year 12 students are given ample opportunity to visit workplaces or be visited by representatives of various companies such as the major banks and other small businesses. The School also invites representatives of Technical institutions and the two Universities to come and talk to our students. If your child is given an opportunity to work soon after he or she leaves school, then it would be a sensible decision. Sometimes earning that money immediately after school will better prepare the student for the economic responsibility that they will face if and when they start a family. Financial literacy is included in our careers lesson in Year 12. Please feel free to talk to us as often as possible in your child’s final two years at school.

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POLICIES

1. RULES, SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES The founders of this school have taken great care in establishing our school rules. The rules have been written, taking into consideration our Christian principles, our traditional values of respect and the rule of law of Papua New Guinea. Things such as pornography, dangerous weapons and drugs are treated seriously. Our rules are important in shaping our students for life after school, in making them aware of the importance of good governance and of becoming a good citizen of Papua New Guinea. Please work with us in guiding your child. When students break our rules, they are breaking their declaration that they signed with the school at their enrolment. The declaration that is signed by both the parents and the students will need re-reading from time to time. We have included the declaration in this handbook so that we can work together as a family to help our students. 2. SUSPENSION AS A CONSEQUENCE OF ACTION No School enjoys suspending a student as it means time out of school for your child. However, Port Moresby Grammar School is very clear on its rules and policies and it will suspend students who cross the line deliberately or who break our rules more than once. We have included in the students’ handbook, penalties that the School will impose if a child breaks our rule. Please take time to read this through with your child. Port Moresby Grammar school operates as a family school and it is the School’s expectations that older students act as good role models for the younger ones. Suspension will only occur if a very serious rule has been broken or the child has difficulty complying with our rules. We always remind our students that it is easier to comply with our rules than to face the Disciplinary Committee. 3. RELIGION We are a multi-denominational school and our prayers and service on special days like Easter are ecumenical. Our students say their morning prayers in the Assembly every morning before school commences. If you would like to assist us in this area, please see our Special Events Coordinator.

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4. MOBILE PHONES Mobile Phones are not allowed in School. If you wish to contact your child urgently, please call our switchboard. 5. BURSARY AWARDS Applications for this award will be available from the Front office immediately after the publication of the Certificate of Basic Education Certificate and the PNG School Certificate results. Applications are open to Port Moresby Grammar school students only.

PORT MORESBY GRAMMAR SCHOOL

STUDENT BURSARY SCHEME

Memorandum of Understanding Expressions of Interest from eligible Grades 8 and 10 for Bursary Awards, to study in Grades 9 and 11 respectively, are invited. The following Selection Criteria will apply: Each Application for a Port Moresby Grammar School Bursary (hereinafter referred to as: “the Bursary”) may only be made by a qualified Applicant [see criteria below] (hereinafter referred to as “the Applicant”) and will be examined on her or his individual merits by the Port Moresby School Board of Directors (hereinafter referred to as “the Board”).

Applications for a Bursary are only available to students currently studying in Grades 8 or 10 at the School in the year preceding the Application. Grade 8 Applicants: Only those Grade 8 students who achieve a Very High* score in a subject in the Grade 8 Certificate of Basic Education will be permitted to apply for a Bursary. A Very High* score will be valued at a Five Hundred Kina (PGK500:00) discount, per subject off the full, prescribed School Fee, up to and including a maximum of One Thousand Five Hundred Kina (PGK1,500:00) for a Very High* score in three subjects. This Bursary will be awarded by the Board after the Grade 8 Certificate of Basic Education examination results are available to the School. Grade 10 Applicants: Only those Grade 10 students who achieve a Distinction in a subject in the Grade 10 School Certificate Examination will be permitted to apply for a Bursary. A Distinction will be valued at a One Thousand Kina (PGK1,000:00) discount per subject, off the full, prescribed School Fee, up to and including Three Thousand Kina (PGK3,000:00) for a Distinction in three subjects. (English, Mathematics, Science or Social Science only)

This Bursary will be awarded by the Board after the Grade 10 School Certificate examination results are available to the School.

• Each Bursary is awarded at the sole discretion of the School’s Board of Directors and the Board’s decision in each case will be final. No further correspondence will be entered into after the final decision is made.

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• The Board will consider the Applicant’s overall suitability for the award of a Bursary with regard to his or her satisfactory overall performance at the School in academic achievement, exemplary behaviour, compliance with the School’s policies, procedures and enrolment requirements, participation in all aspects of School community life and demonstration of outstanding traits of good citizenship, character and personality.

II Following the confirmation of the award of a Bursary, both the Applicant and his or her parent(s) or guardian(s) will be required to sign this Memorandum of Understanding (hereinafter referred to as “the MoU”). The MoU will be deemed to be binding on all parties and failure to comply with the provisions of the MoU will render the Bursary null and void and the Bursary will be cancelled and thereafter the prescribed school fees will be required to be paid in full, in accordance with the school policy, rules and regulations implemented at that time.

III Each Bursary will be conditional upon the following requirements being met by the Bursary Awardee (hereinafter referred to as: “the Awardee”) and underwritten by his or her parent(s) or guardian(s), under the Terms and Conditions of this MoU:-

The Awardee will be required to undertake an active leadership role in the School. This will be achieved by the Awardee demonstrating an enthusiastic willingness to:

(a) contribute her or his free time and effort in any School fund-raising activities, as prescribed and approved by the Board and requested by the School Principal or her designated authority (b) Lead other students by setting a good example at all times in exemplary, appropriate and mature behaviour, good manners, courtesy and helpfulness towards everyone in the School Community (c) Adhere meticulously to all School Rules and Regulations at all times (d) Obey those in authority at the School at all times, without question or comment (e) Be vigilant about protecting the good name and honour of the School at all times, both at School and out of School (f) Volunteer for extra duties above and beyond those of other, full fee-paying students, as prescribed by the School Principal or her delegate(s) (g) Show his or her loyalty, support and consideration for the School, the Principal, and her staff and for fellow students (h) Be meticulous about uniform dress standards (uniform), both in and out of School

Summary: The Awardee will be expected to be seen as an excellent ambassador for the School to the general public and strive to become a role model for other students through good behaviour, commitment, diligence in her or his studies and dedication to achieving the status of being a good citizen.

Dated this___________________day of_________________20____________________ ________________________________________________________________________ (Student to Print Name Above)

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________________________________________________________________________ (Student to Sign Above) ______________________________________________________________________ (Parent /Foster Parent to Print Name Above) ________________________________________________________________________ (Parent / Foster Parent of Student to Sign Above) _______________________________________________________________________ (Parent / Foster Parent to Print Name Above) ______________________________________________________________________ (Parent / Foster Parent to Sign Above) ______________________________________________________________________ (School Principal / Executive Director to Print Name Above) ______________________________________________________________________ (School Principal / Executive Director to Sign Above) 6. PORT MORESBY GRAMMAR SCHOOL AGREEMENT

This is an agreement that is signed by the student, the parents and the principal after the student has served his/her period of suspension. The student joins the Principal’s Special Projects Group which is a group of students who voluntarily do community service in the School.

STUDENT DISCIPLINE

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

Following the return of a child from suspension, both the student and his or her parent(s) or legal foster parents(s) will be required to sign this Memorandum of Understanding (hereinafter referred to as “the MoU”).

The MoU will be deemed to be binding on all parties and failure to comply with the provisions of the MoU will render the Enrolment of the student null and void under the Terms & Conditions. The student will be required to undertake an active leadership role in the School. This will be achieved by the student demonstrating an enthusiastic willingness to:

(a) Contribute her or his free time and effort in any School fund-raising activities, as prescribed and approved by the Board and requested by the School Principal or her designated authority (b) Lead other students by setting a good example at all times in exemplary, appropriate and mature behaviour, good manners, courtesy and helpfulness towards everyone in the School Community

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(c) Adhere meticulously to all School Rules and Regulations at all times (d) Obey those in authority at the School at all times, without comment or question (e) Be vigilant about protecting the good name and honour of the School at all times, both at School and out of School (f) Volunteer for extra duties above and beyond, as prescribed by the School Principal or her delegate(s) (g) Show his or her loyalty, support and consideration for the School, the Principal, and her staff and for fellow students (h) Be meticulous about uniform dress standards (uniform), both in and out of School Summary: The student will be expected to be seen as an excellent ambassador for the School to the general public and strive to become a role model for other students through good behaviour, commitment, diligence in her or his studies and dedication to achieving the status of being a good citizen. We have read and understood all the above Terms and Conditions contained in this MoU for students and agree, by signing this MoU, to adhere faithfully to all of its requirements. We further understand and agree that, in the event the above Terms and Conditions of this MoU are deliberately flouted, it will render the enrolment of the student null and void and that the enrolment will be cancelled by the Board at its sole discretion.

Dated this___________________day of_________________20____________________ ________________________________________________________________________ (Student to Print Name Above) ________________________________________________________________________ (Student to Sign Above) ______________________________________________________________________ (Parent /Foster Parent to Print Name Above) ________________________________________________________________________ (Parent / Foster Parent of Student to Sign Above) _______________________________________________________________________ (Parent / Foster Parent to Print Name Above) ______________________________________________________________________ (Parent / Foster Parent to Sign Above) ______________________________________________________________________ (School Principal / Executive Director to Print Name Above) ______________________________________________________________________ (School Principal / Executive Director to Sign Above)

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7. PROHIBITED ITEMS Please assist the School in ensuring that the following items do not find their way to the School.

• Flash drives.(Only with the approval of the Head of IT) • IPods & other Music Players • Items that could be used as a dangerous weapon • White out. • Permanent and Whiteboard markers. • Cigarettes or Pipe • Betel nut • Alcohol • Chewing Gum • Pornographic materials • Drugs • Knives • Sharp instruments • Mobile Phone

8. BAG SEARCHES The school conducts a bag search periodically to ensure that prohibited items do not stray onto the property. The staff member asks the child to declare if there is a prohibited item in his or her bag. The search is done respectfully, to protect privacy a female staff attends to the girls, and a male staff attends to the boys. 9. SUN SAFE Students in the Junior School MUST wear their hats/caps before they are allowed to play in the oval. Please ensure that your child wears his/her hat to school everyday. 10. WATER-WISE We live in the tropics and the heat can be unforgiving. Please ensure that your child has a lot water to drink each day. Water is also sold in the canteen.

SCHOOL EVENTS 1. FUNDRAISING EVENTS Fundraising has been part of our School since we first opened our doors. We are indeed a self-help school. Our Fundraising projects in the last few years have enhanced our library collection, our IT laboratories, our science laboratory, sporting equipment and textbooks. These are areas that we will constantly need to upgrade and enhance. Please support us in any way you can as your child directly benefits from the fundraising effort.

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2. FOUNDATION DAY Our Foundation day is a day that the School comes together at the end of Term 1 to celebrate the founding of our School. Please join us in this celebration as we not only celebrate our humble beginnings but we also celebrate our culture. Many of our students are born and bred in the city so to promote this wonderful aspect of our culture, learning our traditional dances has become an extension of our formal curriculum. In 2011, the School will include traditional dance, song or poetry as an assessment module in Personal development. 3. JUNIOR SCHOOL DISCO The Discos for Years Prep to Grade 6 are held twice a year in Term 2 and Term 4 in the Junior School courtyard. The Staff choose a theme and art classes are used to make the decoration for the dance. This is usually an exciting time for the little ones. From the School’s point of view, the students learn important social skills and generally, we want the students just to have fun. There is usually a very good turn out of parents who use it as an opportunity to meet other parents or an opportunity to have a family night out. There is usually a sausage sizzle going at a reasonable prize. Please attend. 4. JUNIOR SCHOOL SPORTS DAY The Junior School from Years 1 - 6 have an organised sports day at our School Oval. The Sports Day is held for half a day from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Please come, join the little ones, and if you wish to be part of the supervision please email us. Head of Lower School lowersch@pomgrammar.ac.pg Head of Middle School juniorschool@pomgrammar.ac.pg 5. COMMUNITY DAYS Community Days has been part of our excursion for the last four years. Our students donate to the Franciscan House in 16 Miles and in return, the students have a day out on their property. A note is sent home with the students and the cost includes transport and lunch, which is usually a sausage sizzle, a drink and a fruit. The lunch is sufficient and students do not need to bring extra food. They may bring an extra snack if they so wish and lots of water to drink. 6. PARENTS AND TEACHERS’ INFORMATION EVENING This is held at our School once or twice a year usually in Term 1 to inform you about what your child will be learning during the year. You will also be given your child’s assessment programme. Please attend these meetings, as it is an opportunity for you to meet the teachers and use the time to clarify things with the Staff.

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7. SENIOR SCHOOL MINI CONCERT The Mini Concert is organised by the Student Representative Council and this is held in Term 2 each year. The SRC would meet with the Principal and agree the school project it would fund from the proceeds of the Mini Concert. The concert grows in popularity each year and it is well supported by the student body. The SRC are given this opportunity by the School to learn important organisational skills and more importantly learn important aspects of leadership. Please attend or encourage your child to be part of this student-organised activity. The teachers keep a respectful distance but a watchful eye from the concert planning to the actual performance. 8 YEAR 12 GRADUATION The Year 12’s have a graduation ceremony, which is held a couple of weeks after their final HSC paper. Parents and Guardians of Year 12 are issued with invitations to attend. The ceremony is a formal occasion and it is a time that the School farewells our final year students. The students may wear their traditional costume on this day. Otherwise, the School insists on neat formal attire on this special day. 9 YEAR 12 FAREWELLL DINNER The Year 12 formal dinner is a school event and a formal invitation to the parents is issued by the Principal. This dinner, which is usually held in one of the big hotels, is an opportunity for the parents of our Year 12 students, the Year 12 students and the staff to celebrate the Year 12’s final year at school. This is an event that is well attended by the parents and an event to which our Year 12 students look forward. The formal committee, which consists of representatives of the Year 12 classes, the Dean of Years 11 and 12, is chaired by the Principal. There is a strict dress code and students are usually briefed on the expected forms of behaviour in formal functions. 10 GOOD FEELING ASSEMBLY In period 1 on Fridays, the School comes together from Year Prep to 12 for a Good Feeling Assembly. The events coordinator will select the classes that will put on an item for that week. The main reason is “good feeling”. The students are given an opportunity to show-case their talents, give a speech or tell us what they have been learning. It is usually a nice break from formal classes and the school being together helps foster the feeling of being part of the family in the school. 11. WEEKEND SPORTS Sports is an important part of our curriculum and we encourage many of our students to participate in the soccer matches run by the Soccer Association and the Independent Schools Sports Association, which run the netball for the girls. We appreciate any form of help from parents, be it in coaching, washing team jerseys or helping with providing water. Please email the Principal –principal@pomgrammar.ac.pg if you would like to be part of the weekend sports programme.

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12. YEAR 11 CAMP The Year 11 camp is held over a period of two weeks in Sogeri and the students and the teachers reside at the Sogeri Lodge. The purpose of the camp is to teach the students important skills that will help them to cope with their final year at school. The camp also focuses on leadership, making choices, working with others and more importantly an opportunity for students to reflect on who they really are and what they would like to do when they leave school. The School has had two years of very successful camps led by our senior staff. 13. SRC CHARITY DRIVE The Student Representative Council, launch two major charity drives in a year. The drive is usually in kind. Please donate generously, if there is an appeal from the School Captains. The SRC donate sweets and toys to the Children’s’ ward at Christmas time and milk and baby toiletries to the Nursery Ward in the POM General Hospital. The SRC also donate to the Cheshire Home.

WELFARE

1. EMERGENCY DRILL The School has a standard evacuation Plan and all the students go through this at the commencement of each year and periodically throughout the year. Every classroom has an evacuation plan pasted near the door. Please take time to read the plan if you are in the Front office. If you are caught up in the drill, we would expect you to be part of it. 2. STAFF WITH FIRST AID CERTIFICATES All the middle management staff, our sports teachers and some support staff have a first aid certificate. The Staff also attend a refresher course each year. 3. SICK CHILDREN If your child is sick and is too unwell to be at school, the School will ring you to pick your child up straight away. Please ensure that all your contact numbers are up to date. We do not allow any student to leave the site without your permission. 4. CONTAGIOUS DISEASES The School is well informed of the types of diseases that are contagious. The School will contact you immediately if we believe your child is infected with something that may spread. It would help if your child is kept at home should you see any symptoms. . The following are some infections that may affect your child and should be treated by a doctor should you detect the symptoms in your child.

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Influenza

Boil

Conjunctivitis

Scabies

Impetigo (School sores)

Diarrhoea

Measles

Fever

Chicken pox

Malaria

Whooping Cough

Asthma

TB

Allergic reactions

Mumps

Head lice

5. SICK BAY There is a Sick bay with two beds but they are only used as a holding room for students who are waiting for their parents to be picked up if they fall ill at school. The Sick Bay has the essential First Aid Kit for grazes, cuts and scratches. Please note that we do not treat any illness at the school nor do we administer any oral medication. If a child is injured or has fallen seriously ill and will need immediate Hospital attention, the School uses the Paradise Private Hospital. Telephone Contact: 3256022. 6 COUNSELLING A School Counsellor is on site. Students are encouraged to use this service. A high degree of student counsellor confidentiality is maintained. Please note that the School will notify parents if it believes that a child will need any form of counselling. 7 SCHOOL TELEPHONE CONTACT SWITCHBOARD PH: 3236577, 3234198, 3234486, 3234835 FAX: 3234358

MOBILE

B Mobile: 76654936 Digicel: 73901759

8 EMAIL ADDRESSES: Principal principal@pomgrammar.ac.pg Head of Senior School seniorschl@pomgrammar.ac.pg Head of Middle School juniorschool@pomgrammar.ac.pg Head of Lower School lowersch@pomgrammar.ac.pg Head of Curriculum and Staff Development curriculum@pomgrammar.ac.pg School Counsellor counsellor@pomgrammar.ac.pg Head of Information Technology itdept@pomgrammar.ac.pg

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WEBSITE www.pomgrammar.ac.pg . . .

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