Homework Policy

At DYPDSS we believe that reasonable, meaningful and purposeful homework leads to building responsibility, self-discipline and life-long learning habits.
Homework must reinforce classroom learning objectives and must be either for practice, preparation or extension.

DYPDSS follows ' No Homework Policy ' from Nursery to Grade II.

Grades III to V will have daily assignments which they should be able to complete independently within half an hour. The daily subject wise schedule will be as follows:

Monday: Math & English
Tuesday: Hindi &EVS
Wednesday: Reading & Math
Thursday: Hindi Reading & EVS
Friday: English & Math

Grades VI to VIII will be assigned homework which they should be able to complete independently within an hour.A maximum of 3 tasks will be assigned per day.Parents are to play a supportive role in monitoring completion of home assignments,encouraging student’s efforts and providing a conducive learning environment.

Discipline Policy

Aim: The aim of our discipline policy is to promote positive behavior by acknowledging and recognizing positive behavior.

Expectations:

• It is expected that every student who enters the portals of this institution will demonstrate respect for others and others property and cause no physical harm to any student or staff member.
• avoid causing disruptions to the educational process
• follow directions and respect authority of teachers and staff
• be prompt to all classes, avoid tardiness
• refrain from chewing gum at all times on campus
• follow the dress code
• stay away from the parking lot and basement, during the school day
• refrain from loitering in the P. E. area and other off limit areas during the school day including lunch time.
• Students are expected to leave campus within 15 minutes of dismissal.
• Student may not bring any items on campus that are not for educational use including any kind of electronic devices.
• Students are expected to be punctual and regular in attending school.
• Students must come prepared with all material required for the school day
• All home work and assignments need to be submitted as per the schedule given by the teacher.
• Students who consistently display exemplary behavior and work ethic will be acknowledged in the school newsletter, the school boards and the assembly.
  In case of any infractions in the above mentioned expectations the procedure followed will be as below:
  • First Instance: Discussion with the class teacher and entry in student portfolio .
  • Second instance: Counsellor and class teacher will discuss and counsel the child and entry in student portfolio.
  • Third instance: Student will meet the co-ordinator and entry in student portfolio.
  • Fourth Instance: Parent will be called and student will be asked to refrain from attending two co-curricular classes during the week. During such time the student will assist the teacher in some routine work. Entry in student portfolio with parent signature.
  • Fifth Instance: Student and parent will meet Principal and she will decide appropriate course of action.

Procedure for raising complaints: The school will give careful consideration to all concerns/complaints and deal with them fairly and honestly. We will aim to resolve any complaint/concern through open dialogue and mutual understanding. Any problem or concern should be raised promptly. Parents should discuss minor concerns with their child's class teacher. In case the concern does not get addressed then you are to approach the Co-ordinator and then the Principal.

Anti Bullying Policy

Anti Bullying Committee

• Principal Madam
• Nabonita Roy
• PalakAgarwal
• Swathi S.
• Ashwin Vishwanath
• Deven Limaye
• Divya Choudhary

Aim: The aim of the anti-bullying policy is to ensure that pupils learn in a supportive, caring and safe environment without fear of being bullied.
Bullying is recognized as anti-social behavior that affects, not just the victim, but everyone. This applies to bullying in any of its various forms: bullying from anybody and bullying directed towards anybody in any capacity, including school staff.

The Nature of Bullying:

• Bullying can be defined as deliberately hurtful behavior, repeated over a period of time, when it is difficult for those being bullied to defend or protect themselves.
• Three main types of bullying are commonly recognized:
  • Physical (e.g. hitting, kicking, theft, vandalism, intentional damage towards other people’s property);
  • Verbal (e.g. name calling: racist, sexist or homophobic remarks or disparaging remarks concerning social, Personal or emotional. personal disabilities, or home circumstances);
  • Indirect (e.g. spreading rumors, excluding someone from social groups, cyber bullying via e.g. mobile phones, or computers and other misuses of technology).

Developing an ‘Anti – Bullying’ School: All staff and pupils must be alert to the signs of bullying and act promptly and firmly against it in accordance with this policy. Parents must be informed about what is happening at school and have the opportunity to discuss any bullying incidents with the Counsellor or the coordinator; this applies to both victim and the bully, and any relevant bystanders who are seen to actively encourage the bullying.

The victims of bullying: Pupils who are being bullied may show changes in behavior, such as becoming shy and nervous, feigning illness, taking unusual absences or clinging to adults. There may be evidence of changes in work patterns, a lack of concentration or, in extreme cases, truanting from school. Staff are trained to be alert and recognize and report these signs to the Counsellor.

Bullies: We follow the Behavior Policy for dealing with negative behavior.
In case of any infractions in following the Behavior Policy, the procedure followed will be as below:

• First Instance : Discussion with the class teacher, and entry in student portfolio.
• Second instance : Counselor and class teacher will discuss and counsel the child and entry in student portfolio.
• Third instance : Student will meet the coordinator and entry in student portfolio.
• Fourth Instance : Parent will be called and student will be asked to refrain from attending two co-curricular classes during the week. During such time the student will assist the teacher in some routine work. Entry in student portfolio with parent signature.
• Fifth Instance : Student and parent will meet Principal and she will decide appropriate course of action.

Teaching about bullying: It is important to raise awareness of the nature of bullying and teach children how to respond if they are involved in, or witness, an incident of bullying. It is also essential that children learn to identify what bullying is, and how it differs from normal disagreements between friends. We raise awareness through creating opportunities within the school curriculum, assemblies and holding an annual Anti bullying week. Within the curriculum, this can be done through the proper utilization of Life Skills Period. Playground activities will be organized to be inclusive and to promote collaboration and co-operation, while discouraging bullying. At lunch times, trained supervisors continue these activities. Whilst we stress that everyone should be involved in tackling bullying, we have Peer Mentors, Lunchtime Monitors, and Playground Pals with the specific role of supporting Lunchtime Supervisors in the playground.

Implementation of the policy: The following steps must be taken when dealing with incidents:

1. If bullying is suspected or reported, the incident will be dealt with immediately by the member of staff who has been approached.
2. A clear account of the incident will be recorded and given to the Counsellor who will interview all concerned separately and record the incident.
3. Class teachers will be kept informed.
4. Parents will be kept informed and called to come and meet relevant staff.
5. Relevant support put in place for the bully to prevent further incidents.

We will support victims of bullying by: Offering an immediate opportunity to discuss the experience with their counsellor.
Giving reassurance and continuous support to help to restore self-esteem and confidence.
Providing peer mentors to offer support and friendship at playtime and lunchtime.

We will support bullies by: The bully, or potential bully, may also be experiencing problems which are a cause of his/her anti-social behavior. Staff must be alert for behavior or comments which may highlight that the child needs help in dealing with concerns.

Discussing the events and their behavior with the Counselor Discovering
why the pupil became involve§Establishing the wrong doing and need to change.
Informing parents/guardians in helping to change the attitude of the pupil.

Monitoring of this policy: The school counselor will review this policy bi-monthly and assess its implementation and effectiveness. School Counselor is consulted in the development of this policy. A copy of the policy will be located on the school’s website / Front page for access by the parents/interested parties in the school.