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• Students must wear proper school uniform Uniform should be clean, well ironed, with polished school shoes. School belt and I-card are compulsory.
• Low-waist/pencil-fit trousers, jewellery, fancy accessories or watches are not allowed.
• White innerwear (girls: slips and boys: vests) and black tights for girls are permitted.
• Boys must maintain neatly trimmed hair; stylish or long hairstyles are not allowed.
• Girls must keep hair neatly plaited or pinned; coloured accessories, makeup, nail polish, or cosmetics are not allowed. Hair highlights, streaks, or fancy hairstyles are strictly prohibited.

 

REGULATIONS

 

Disciplinary Measures

Discipline plays an important role in building a nation and is essential in all walks of life. It is of utmost importance in a student’s life. A student must obey his/her teachers, abide by the school rules and be respectful towards all. It has been the constant endeavour of the school to imbibe values, instill discipline and inculcate good habits in the students. Hence, in order to enforce discipline in the students, the school will take action against the defaulters or students who flout the regulations and norms of conduct, as laid down by the school.

A Yellow Card will be issued by the Discipline Committee for a period of three days. This is to be signed by the Class Teacher, Rep. and the Parent. This is also to be signed after every period by the concerned subject teacher. At the end of three days, the card has to be signed by the Principal and returned to the Rep. Three yellow cards will mean suspension from school for a minimum of three days. The yellow card will be issued on the following grounds:

• Missing classes (bunking), Assembly, SUPW, Library, PE
• Inappropriate behaviour in and outside school
• Cheating during any test or
• Damaging school
• Bringing objectionable items to
• Repeated late coming to
• Any other act of indiscipline as deemed by the Discipline Committee.

Note:

• Any student against whom disciplinary action has been taken will not be eligible for scholarships, awards or School trips.
• Any disgraceful incident beyond the rules of school will directly call for suspension and the school reserves the right to take such action without any advance notice.
• Kindly note that the school does not endorse or support any party/get-together of students which is not age appropriate or is held outside the school The school is liable to take strict action against those who use the school’s name for any event or are found being involved in any financia transaction for such events.

 

Examination/Assessment

‘Don’t strive only for high grades, Always strive for higher learning’

• No unfair means should be used by a student during examinations. In case a student is found using any unfair means, strict disciplinary action will be taken against the student.
• It is mandatory for each student to give all Pen-and-Paper and Non Pen-and-Paper Tests/ Exams/ Assessment conducted by the school.
• In case of sickness, the student should not report to school to appear for Tests/ The student is required to submit a Medical Certificate from a registered medical practitioner, failing which grades will not be awarded.
• If the child is representing the school for any event/competition, he/she would be allowed to give a retest only with the prior permission of the Principal.
• There is NO RETEST policy in the school as it is mandatory for all students to appear in all tests, examinations However, in case of any major emergency or unforeseen circumstances, the parent can submit an application along with some supporting documents to the Principal. Principal’s decision shall be final for any retest case. However, if the student fails to report on the day of retest, NO RE-RETEST would be further conducted. The percentage will be calculated by awarding a zero to the subject.
• Leave for religious ceremonies or special occasions must be obtained beforehand. However, no average marks will be given if one avails leave of this nature.
• All students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance in school.

  CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE

• Every student must possess an identity card issued by the This card is renewed every year.
• No student will be allowed to leave the school campus during school hours, without proper authorization.
• Frequent visits to washroom or any habitual movement from the class after every interval should be avoided. Visit to the medical room/clinic is allowed only with an outpass/Almanac. No student should be outside the classroom without an outpass.
• Celebration of any special days like birthdays should be a simple No cutting of cakes/distribution of gifts are permitted. The students can offer toffees (not more than two per student) as a gesture of celebration on their birthdays. Any violation will be considered to be a wilful violation and will be dealt with strictly.
• Use of tobacco or any such substance is strictly prohibited. Any such practice will directly lead to suspension from the school.
• Expensive and fancy electronic gadgets (cell phones, smart watches, calculators, music devices, tablets etc.) must not be brought to school.
• Students should not damage school property and handle all gadgets, equipments and furniture with A fine shall be imposed for any damage caused. The school's name should not be misused. Any such activity that tarnishes the name of the school will call for strict disciplinary action.
• A written apology will be demanded by the school authorities in case of wilful breach of discipline, both from the pupil as well as the parent.
• No books, periodicals, comics, newspaper or printed matter of objectionable nature, should be brought into the school.The school authorities have the right to search the bags.

 

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS

• Parental encouragement and support for learning activities at home combined with parental involvement in schooling is critical to children’s education. The support and collaboration of parents, is in all cases considered indispensable for the success of the scholastic & co-scholastic plan of the school.
• Parents' positive co-operation with the school is absolutely essential for the constructive upbringing of their ward. Hence, they are requested to make the teaching learning process more fruitful by:
• Urging their wards to be regular and punctual to school.
• • Checking the school almanac and ERP regularly.
  • Ensuring that their wards are diligent and regular in completing their assignments, homework and lessons.
  • Helping their wards to make and implement a study time table and thereby create a positive environment where the child can study independently. 
  • Encouraging their wards to take active part in classroom discussions, doubt solving and submission of assignments/projects and not to be a defaulter.
  • Insisting on neatness and cleanliness in their text books and exercise books.
  • There should be a name tag on blazers and sweaters.
  • Instilling the habit of sending home-made food in their lunch boxes.
  • Educating their wards to respect civic rules by not allowing minors to drive two or four wheelers like motor bikes/scooters and cars.
• Parents must ensure that their ward wears the Identity Card daily. Change in address or phone number is to be informed officially at the school email ID.
• Any medical problem faced by your ward should be informed to the class teacher in writing at the beginning of the session and also entered in the medical record given in the almanac.
• Any appointment with the Principal should be made in advance. Parents may meet the school authorities by seeking a prior appointment through e-mails only.
• Parents can also meet the teachers with prior appointment only. Kindly seek a prior appointment with the concerned teacher through ERP. Please do adhere to the time allotted for the meeting.
• Please note that no student may be taken home during school hours unless there is an emergency. In such a case, the class teacher may be contacted for permission.
• Parents are requested to adhere to the timings specified for the PTMs, interact with the teachers, take the feedback in a constructive manner and work on suggestions recommended by teachers.
• Parents and guardians are advised to refrain from making false allegations, spreading rumours, or sharing misinformation that may bring discredit to the school or its employees. Any such act may invite strict disciplinary action, including withdrawal of the parent’s association from the school.
• Criticism of the teacher or the institution in the presence of their children should be scrupulously avoided because it may lead to loss of respect for their teacher as well as the school.
• The Report Cards will keep parents/guardians informed about the progress of their wards. All the report cards will be shared with the students through ERP only.
• The school almanac is a very important document. All communication and important instructions are sent to the parents either through the almanac or on the Therefore, it is mandatory for the students to carry the almanac daily to school and keep it safely. If a child loses/misplaces his/her almanac, he/she can get a new one issued for Rs 400.
• The school campus is a tobacco free and a non-smoking zone at all times.
• Exemplary behaviour is expected from all parents in the school campus.
• Parents are expected to be decently dressed when they come to drop/pick-up their wards or for any other Please do not walk-in in casual clothes, as it is a formal place of learning.
• No student will be allowed to go home with anyone except his/her parents or an approved Escort.
• Though the school takes good care of all the students while they are in school, the school cannot be held responsible for any self inflicted or accidental mishap/injury, physical or otherwise, that may befall them.
• The school contact number should be used in case of emergency/enquiry. Parents are requested to respect the privacy of the teaching faculty and administrative staff and abstain from causing any disturbance through telephonic calls/house visits for any official purpose.
• The Identity Card is very important for every student as it enables others to verify one’s identity for all security & identification Kindly note that if the ID card is lost, it can be requested at a payment of Rs 300/- along with a payment of Rs 50/- for a new lanyard (if required). The process takes a minimum of 7-14 working days to issue a new ID Card.

Guidelines for Parents

DPS Indirapuram endeavours to provide an overall holistic experience to all the students under its care which not only aims to unleash their intellectual and creative potential but also ensures their mental and emotional well being.

Keeping this in view, the school organises Orientation Programs or shares a video for every class in the beginning of the session to acquaint the parents with the systems, academic pattern, assessment structure and teachers of the new class. They also focus on how to help the children cope with stress, increase focus, foster resilience and become more mindful and self aware. Helping our children evolve as well balanced and responsible individuals is our prime responsibility as parents and educators.

Hence, it is imperative for the parents to go through the Orientation Program of their ward’s class to familiarise themselves with the latest curriculum.

The school also organises regular Open House for every class, so the parents can monitor the progress of their wards and interact with every teacher teaching their ward during these Parent Teacher Meetings. It is thus, mandatory for atleast one parent to make themselves available to attend the PTM of their ward for a thorough interaction with the teachers and timely review of their ward’s academic performance.

The school follows a well planned Academic Calendar with well defined academic modules, ample revision time and a clearly laid down Assessment structure. Hence, it does not encourage conducting unnecessary online classes which might not prove to be significantly beneficial due to signal issues, distractions, lack of concentration, absence of peer interaction and physical monitoring.

• In case of any concern/feedback, parents must share it with the class teacher through ERP In case, the issue is not resolved, parents can write an email expressing their concerns at info@dpsindirapuram.com.
• All emails are replied within 2-3 working.
• Parents are expected to maintain a respectful and decent tone in all forms of communication with school teachers and staff, whether in person or through written correspondence, including emails. Any use of inappropriate or offensive language, or the formation of groups to raise grievances, will be viewed seriously and may result in strict disciplinary action against the parent. Such action may also include the withdrawal of school facilities.
• Issues not resolved on emails will be scheduled with an appointment to discuss further.
• The School can use photographs/videos of students for purposes related to the school, including advertisements, social media posts, website content and printed material etc.
• Keeping in view, the excessive exposure to social media in today's times, parents are requested to regularly monitor their wards activities on social media and advise them to refrain from too much engagement on these platforms.

 

ANTI – BULLYING NORMS

Bullying lowers self-esteem, interferes with everyone’s right to be respected, to learn and to be/feel safe. Hence DPSI has zero tolerance to bullying, physical or mental, in cyber space or otherwise, and obscenity or sexual offences by anyone in school.

The term Bullying implies any of the following:

• Physical and verbal attacks, including repetitive teasing, harsh comments and slander.
• Violence and physical aggression leading to hurt or intimidation especially against junior students, by forcibly taking their belongings, food etc.
• All direct or indirect remarks of obscene or sexual nature against the other gender.
• All acts of discrimination leading to lowered self-esteem.
• The destruction of someone’s material possessions.
• Cyber bullying and online humilation by posting or subscribing to posts offensive to another.
• Inappropriate phone calls, emails, messages, use of photographs and other media sources involving the victim.
• Public Display of Affection (PDA), sharing objectionable material, carrying obscene material to school, including digital material on phone devices, even if not shown to others, is a serious violation of school norms. It will be dealt with strictly and might lead to rustication from school.
• Carrying phones or digital devices to school to be used for the purpose of defaming is a serious offence and in contravention of explicit school norms. It will invite disciplinary action. If in case of emergency, a student carries a mobile phone to school, it must be handed over to the class teacher. If not, the mobile phone will be confiscated.

Most importantly, since bullying includes all actions leading to humilation, lowered self-esteem, fear, physical or mental torture and peril to the individual, hence every incident has to be brought to the notice of the school authorities. Incidents of bullying will thus involve strict action and may attract rustication.

Counselling in such matters is an essential part of the School system, and it is the responsibility of the parents to counsel their children and give consent that the child may be counselled in the School, whenever that is required.

It is a collective responsibility of the students, teachers and parents to maintain a bullying free environment and promote an atmosphere that respects diversity and originality by encouraging positive speech and action and working together to resolve any bullying incident that might occur.

Kindly note that the school will not be responsible for any kind of bullying incidents, personal fights or feuds between students outside the school premises or any such activities on social media.

ANGER-FREE SCHOOL

"Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding."

All of us will agree that a joyful learning environment and happy school can do wonders for the holistic development of our children. A learning abode like a school must be devoid of any kind of negativity so that we can contribute and make the world a better place for our children, by infusing positivity in everything around them. Anger is detrimental to fitness. Therefore, as per the guidelines of the Central Board of Secondary Education, DPSI urges all its stake holders to make efforts to convert the school into an Anger - Free Zone.

In this Anger –Free Zone, everyone will have to manage his/her anger, whether it is the Parents, School personnel or other stakeholders. The best way to teach children the value of ‘freedom from anger’, is by setting examples ourselves.

Making the school Anger-Free will help our students in developing Affective Skills and in eradicating emotions like Fear, Disrespect, Humiliation and Hurt, which are the byproducts of anger. This change in the school environment will help our children become emotionally strong and healthy. They shall go back home more charged and happy and definitely will want to return to their school the next day.

We are sure that all our stakeholders will make this little effort to make the school become an Anger-Free Zone and make our children happy, joyous and active learners, ready to face the future with a smile on their lips and a spring in their steps!

 

Late Arrival in School

"Punctuality is not about being on time, it is about respecting your own commitments."

• Students should report at least 5 minutes prior to the School hours. Late coming will not be accepted.
• The school gate will close 10 minutes after the school timings mentioned in the school timing mentioned in the almanac. 
• Late arrival at school is a breach of discipline. A student who comes late to school, must enter the date and time of arrival in the ‘Record of Late Coming to School’ register kept at the entrance gate before entering the school premises.
• Five late arrivals in an academic session will result in a 'Parents' Call'. Ten late arrivals will invoke a yellow card or any other suitable action from the school.

 

School Leaving or Withdrawals

• Absenteeism of the child will not be considered as his/her withdrawal. At least one month notice in writing is mandatory for withdrawal formalities.
• After the beginning of academic session, if the parent wishes to withdraw, one clear calendar month’s notice has to be given in writing and the parent has to pay the full Quarter Fee (in the quarter, the child is withdrawn) along with the Transport charges, if opted for the same.
• The entire process of issuing the Transfer Certificate takes 25 working days after the announcement of the results (end of session) and 10 working days during the session. Also, the issuing of Transfer Certificate depends on clearance from the Accounts, Library and Academic Departments. Anything pending in Accounts and Library may further delay this process.
• Students can be asked to leave the school in case of any act of indiscipline or highly unsatisfactory progress in academics.
• A student who fails twice in the same class will not be permitted to continue his/her studies in the school.
• All dues of the school should be paid fully and library books returned before applying for a Transfer Certificate. Transfer Certificates will not be issued until all dues of the school are settled.
• Caution money (if applicable) not claimed beyond 6 months from the date of notice of withdrawal, shall be forfeited.
• The Principal's decision will be the final in all cases of withdrawal or striking off the name of a student.

School Uniform

Wearing a uniform is a matter of pride; it creates an identity and is an important part of being a school student. Hence, all the students must wear the following school uniform while in school, during examinations, PTMs and organized tours.

CLASSES NURSERY, LKG & UKG

(SUMMER)

GIRLS	BOYS
Shorts: Navy blue with red contrasting checks	Shirts: White with red contrasting checks
Skirts: Navy blue with red contrasting checks	Socks: White with red contrasting checks Shoes: Black with velcro
Belt: Navy Blue	Red turban for Sikh boys

(WINTER)

Shirts: White full Sleeves with Red contrasting checs	Shirts: White full sleeves with red contrasting checks
Trousers: Grey with red contrasting checks	Trousers: Grey with red contrasting checks
Sweater: Red V neck, sleeveless	Sweater: Red V neck, sleeveless
Jacket: Red Tweed	Jacket: Red Tweed
Socks: Navy blue with red contrasting checks.	Socks: Navy Blue with red contrasting checks.
Shoes: Black with velcro	Shoes: Black with velcro
Belt: Navy Blue	Belt: Navy Blue
Red woollen cap	Red turban for Sikh boys, Red woollen cap

CLASSES I & II

GIRLS	BOYS
White half sleeves (summer)/full sleeves (winter) shirt with DPS Indirapuram emblem and contrasting checks.	White half sleeves(summer)/full sleeves (winter) shirt with DPS Indirapuram emblem and contrasting checks.
White skirt (Summer) (not more than 2 inches above the knees)/grey trousers (Winter) with contrasting checks.	White shorts (Summer) 2 inches above the knees/grey trousers contrasting checks (winter) with contrasting checks.
White socks with three green stripes (Summer) grey stockings (Winter)/ grey socks with three green stripes (Winter) with DPS.	White socks with three green stripes (Summer) grey socks with three green stripes (Winter) with DPS.
Black shoes with velcro.	Black shoes with velcro.
Bottle green school belt .	Bottle green school belt .
Bottle green ribbons/bands (No fancy clips/jewellery is allowed).	Bottle green turban for Sikh boys .
Dark green V neck sweater (Full/Half sleeves)Winter) with jacquard knit stripes.	Dark green V neck sweater (Full/ Half sleeves) (Winter) with jacquard knit stripes. .
Bottle green tweed blazer (Winter).	Bottle green tweed blazer (Winter).

 CLASSES III TO V

GIRLS	BOYS
White half sleeves (summer)/full sleeves (Winter) shirt with DPS Indirapuram emblem and contrasting checks.	White half sleeves (summer)/full sleeves (Winter) shirt with DPS Indirapuram   emblem and contrasting checks..
White skirts (Summer) (not more than 2 inches above the knees) / grey trousers (Winter) with contrasting checks.	White trousers (Summer) grey trousers (Winter) with contrasting checks.
White socks with three green stripes (Summer) grey stockings (Winter) / grey Socks with three green stripes (Winter) with DPS.	White trousers (Summer) grey trousers (Winter) with contrasting checks.
White socks with three green stripes (Summer) grey stockings (Winter) / grey Socks with three green stripes (Winter) with DPS.	White socks with three green stripes (Summer) grey socks withthree green stripes (Winter) with DPS.
Black shoes with velcro.	Black shoes with velcro.
Bottle green school belt .	Bottle green school belt .
Bottle green ribbons/bands (No fancy clips/jewellery is allowed).	Bottle green turban for Sikh boys .
Dark green V neck sweater (Winter) with jacquard knit stripes.	Dark green V neck sweater (Winter) with jacquard knit stripes.
Bottle green tweed blazer (Winter).	Bottle green tweed blazer (Winter).
Bottle green tie, green woollen cap (Winter).	Bottle green tie, green woollen cap (Winter).

   

CLASSES VI TO XII

GIRLS	BOYS
White shirt with half (Summer) / full(Winter) sleeves with DPS Indirapuram emblem and contrasting checks.	White half sleeves ) White shirt with half sleeves (Summer)/full sleeves (Winter) with DPS Indirapuram emblem and contrasting checks.
White skirt with undershorts (till the knee) (Summer), grey trousers (Winter) for classes VI to VIII,  grey skirt with contrasting checks for classes IX to XII (Winter).	White trousers (Summer)/grey trousers (Winter) with contrasting checks.
White socks with three green stripes (Summer) grey socks with three green (Winter) with DPS.	White socks with three green stripes (Summer). Grey socks with stripes three green stripes (Winter) with DPS.
Black shoes (laces/strap/velcro),white shoes (for P.E).	Black shoes with laces, white shoes (for P.E).
Bottle green school belt .	Bottle green school belt .
Bottle green/black/white ribbons/bands(No fancy clips/jewellery is allowed).	Bottle green turban for Sikh boys .
Dark green V neck sweater with jacquard knit stripes (Winter)	Dark green V neck sweater with jacquard knitstripes. (Winter)
Bottle green tweed blazer (Winter).	Bottle green tweed blazer (Winter).
Bottle green tie (Winter).	Bottle green tie (Winter).
House Jacket (Winter)	House Jacket (Winter)

 

HOUSE DRESS (III - XII)

The House Dress of the various Houses is as follows:

Ganges House              -        Blue T-shirt and navy blue track pants with white lines.

Yamuna House            -        Red T-shirt and navy blue track pants with white lines.

Ravi House                   -        Lime green T-shirt with navy blue track pants with white lines.

Chenab House             -        Powder blue T-shirt and navy blue track pants with white lines.

Jhelum House      -               Purple T-shirt and navy blue track pants with white lines.