GENERAL RULES & REGULATIONS
Campus Cleanliness
Children are required to maintain the cleanliness of the campus by refraining from littering. All garbage (food,stationery) should be deposited in the appropriate bins after proper segregation.
Plastic-Free Policy
To promote sustainability, children are strictly prohibited from bringing snack boxes, lunch boxes, or water bottles made of plastic. Only metal (steel) boxes should be used, ensuring a reduction in plastic waste.
Sustainable Celebrations
For birthdays and celebrations, individually wrapped chocolates, toffees, and similar items are not permitted. Instead, children may opt for environmentally friendly alternatives such as distributing biscuits from tins, chocolates like nutties, and homemade sweets. All sweets are to be packed neatly in steel boxes. When bringing cupcakes, muffins or brownies, the butter paper must be removed before packing them in steel boxes.
Sustainable Materials
Projects or hands-on activities made of thermocol, foam, and similar non-biodegradable materials are not allowed inside our school. We strive to save paper by using one-side sheets and avoiding paper wrappers to cover books and notebooks, promoting responsible paper usage.
- Regular Communication
We firmly believe that strong parent-teacher interactions greatly enhance our children’s educational experience. Our teachers will consistently communicate with parents on specific days allocated for feedback, providing updates on their child’s progress and offering support to foster their development and learning.
- Open Houses and Special Appointments
Parents are encouraged to meet teachers during open houses or request special appointments for detailed discussions. These opportunities facilitate a deeper understanding of their child’s academic journey and enable collaborative efforts for their growth.
- PTA Meetings
We place significant importance on Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) meetings. These gatherings provide a platform for parents to actively participate in decision-making processes, contribute valuable insights, and strengthen the school community through shared responsibilities.
- Volunteering Opportunities
We invite parents to actively volunteer in school activities and engage in the initiatives of our sustainable development centre, Aakkam. By participating in these endeavours, parents play an integral role in fostering a nurturing environment for their children and promoting our collective commitment to sustainable practices.
Dress code for Kindergarten
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Each learner will be given 5 different colour t- shirts with matching socks. Children can wear any colour t- shirt of their choice. They will receive these 5 T-shirts twice a year (10 in total, given at the year beginning and end of module 1). The shirts are made of soft organic cotton and are vegetable dyed.
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Three sets of shorts/skirts will be provided for the entire year. Our school recommended tailors will measure and stitch them during the summer break. Extra sets can be bought at an additional cost, however, tailors will require sufficient notice to provide stitched sets.
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All hair bands, clips and rubber bands must be black and no other colours will be allowed. Please avoid expensive accessories, gold ornaments, silver anklets etc. The school shall not be held responsible for them if sent.
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Uniforms must be worn on all days. On birthdays and special days specified by school, children can wear colour dress or specific costumes.
Grades 1 to 5
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Girls : Uniform T-Shirts with grey skirts (Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri, Sat)
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Boys : Uniform T-Shirts with grey shorts (Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri, Sat)
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Wednesday : House element T-Shirt and grey track pants for both boys and girls
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Grades 6 to 10
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Girls : Uniform T-Shirts with grey trousers (Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri, Sat)
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Boys : Uniform T-Shirts with grey trousers (Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri, Sat)
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Wednesday : House element T-Shirt and grey track pants for both boys and girl
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Uniform T-Shirts
Each learner will be given 4 different colour t- shirts (mauve pink, blue, green, yellow) with matching socks. Learners can wear any colour t- shirt of their choice on these four days. They will receive these 4 T-shirts twice a year (8 in total, given at the year beginning and end of module 1). The shirts are made of soft organic cotton and are vegetable dyed.
Dress Code Guidelines for non-uniform days
On non-uniform days, all learners must strictly adhere to the following dress code guidelines to maintain a professional and respectful appearance:
- Formal Attire
Wear only formal clothing, such as collared shirts, blouses, trousers, skirts (of appropriate length), kurtas or dresses. Avoid wearing sleeveless tops, short skirts, shorts, or crop tops.
- Modest Appearance
Choose outfits that provide adequate coverage and are in line with our school’s values. Avoid any attire that may be deemed revealing or inappropriate for a school setting.
- Minimal Accessories
Refrain from wearing hanging earrings or any jewellery that may cause distractions or safety concerns. Keep accessories simple and minimalistic.
Hair and Tattoos
Ensure that your hair is neatly trimmed / groomed / tied back if necessary, to maintain a professional appearance. Hair Colouring or other fast fashion styles such as spikes are not allowed. Learners should not get any tattoos while they are a student at our school.
- Bus stops
We have a total of 22 buses covering the entire city of Salem. The school will provide the list of bus stops available.
- Change of bus routes
On special days or on unavoidable days, bus routes or bus numbers may be changed and the change will be conveyed to parents in advance.
- Bus timings
Our school buses run according to the timings specified. Parents must ensure they drop off their children early, as the buses will not wait for late comers.
- Support
All buses have support staff to help children board the buses and settle within the bus during the course of the trip. As a part of our safety measure, Supervisors are in charge of maintaining decorum in the bus. . Kindergarten teachers accompany the children in the evenings to board them back safely in the evenings. Attendance is taken to ensure children board their assigned buses only
Own conveyance
Kindergarten
Parents must drop their children in school before 9,20 am so that they do not miss hours with their homeroom. They must also ensure to pick them back home before 2.30 pm. Staying back beyond 2.30 pm is not recommended as teachers and other support staff may be assigned to different responsibilities.
Grades 1 to 5
Parents must drop their children in school before 9.20 am. They must also ensure to pick them back home by 3.50 pm.
Grades 6 to 10
Parents must drop off their children in school by 8.00 am. They must be picked back promptly. Students will not be allowed to stay back beyond 2.30 unless they have additional classes or sports practice. The same must be confirmed and validated by their homeroom teachers through the permission slip. The admin office will inform the parents and school bus staff.
- School bus students going by their own conveyance
On specific days, when parents would like to pick up their children (who otherwise use the school bus) on their own, they must inform the office in advance by email (admin@ggearthschool.edu.in). If parents are unable to email and come straight to school, they must inform the office staff about the same.
- School authorised stay back
Teachers at times may ask Grades 6 and above learners to stay back for additional learning sessions, sports practice or other event practices. In such cases, stay back messages will be conveyed to parents.
- Change of plans messages
We request you to not send ‘change of plans’ messages verbally through your children. Parents must write to admin@ggearthschool.edu.in at least 1 hour (by 1.30 pm) before the bus departs and seek permission.
- Neo Track
We provide an Intelligent bus tracking system for our school bus commuters, where the school bus routes and stops can be monitored through a mobile or web application.
Cafeteria
The school cafeteria offers morning and evening snacks and lunch for all learners. The menu is carefully planned to ensure a wide variety to suit the nutritional needs of growing children. To inculcate healthy eating habits and develop table etiquettes, school lunch and snacks are mandatory for all learners.
Menu
Each day, the menu has a combination of rice and wheat items, pulses, vegetables, dairy and fruits. Standard weekly menu will be shared at the beginning of the year. The choice of vegetables or fruits vary seasonally, as the school believes in providing local and seasonal vegetables or fruits. Any major changes or updates will also be communicated in advance.
WITHDRAWALS
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A week’s notice in writing is required for the withdrawal of a pupil from the school.
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The Transfer Certificate must be applied for and taken in person by the parents/Guardian. All expenses in connection with the attestation from the department of education or dispatching of the certificate by registered post to the applicant if necessary must be pre – paid by the applicant.
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The Transfer Certificate or any other certificate or testimonial will be given free of charge if taken immediately when leaving. Otherwise a search fee of Rs.100/- will be charged for every year and Rs.100/ will be charged for any extract from the school record.
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Parents must inform of their decision to withdraw admission at the end of the second module, so that the school can admit other candidates accordingly.
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The withdrawals of students should take place before Ist May of every year. If a student withdraws from the school after Ist May, he/she must pay the first term fees. If he/she withdraws in the middle of a term, fees have to be paid for the full year.
GENERAL NOTE
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Personal cleanliness and hygiene are greatly recommended to all.
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Presents to teachers or other demonstrations in their honour are not allowed.
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Pupils are not allowed to leave the school premises during school hours without the permission of the Principal and a letter from the parent.
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Every parent will be given two Escort Cards. Extra Escort Cards can be had on request. Whenever a parent or someone else comes to pick up a child the Escort Card must be produced. Otherwise the child will not be sent home.
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Pupils are strictly forbidden to come to school wearing gold ornaments.
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Cell phones, GPS enabled smart watches and other electronic gadgets are not allowed. If found, they will be confiscated.
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Parents are expected to be co – operative with the school in enforcing regularity, punctuality and discipline.
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Pupils shall not absent themselves from any organised school activities like Sports day, Annual day etc. without permission from the Principal.
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Parents are requested not to enter the classes or to speak to teachers during class hours .Parents who wish to speak with the teachers must seek appointment by contacting the office.
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Parents can meet the class teachers without prior permission only on days that are declared as ‘Open House’.
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Pupils suffering from infection or contagious diseases shall not be allowed to attend school.
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Parents and guardians are especially requested to notify the school if there is any change in their address.
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When communicating with the Principal, parents are requested to mention in their letter/email the name, grade and section of their children.
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Parents are requested to make complaints if any, directly to the school authorities and not to the homeroom teachers. Kindly refrain from calling the teachers over the phone or sending them messages. Parents can mail their suggestions/ complaints / queries etc. to admin@ggearthschool.edu.in
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In order to help the child maintain a healthy respect for the teachers, parents are requested not to criticise the teachers in the presence of their wards. Complaints if any are to be made to the Principal.
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N.B. No school business will be transacted during holidays.
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