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2013-2014 HIGH SCHOOL PLANNER

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Gyeonggi Suwon International School

2013-2014Handbook & Planner

Property of: ___________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________

Phone #: _____________________________________________

In case of emergency, please notify:

Name: ____________________ Phone #: ___________________

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GSIS Secondary Faculty and Staff

Teachers Subject AreaMs. Amy Cain MYP Language A EnglishMs. Sungsook Chang MYP/DP Language A Korean Ms. Cindy Choi MYP Music, Performance & MYP MathMs. Rebecca Choi MYP Language B SpanishMr. Yong Jun Chun MYP/DP MathMr. Ryan Dellos BibleMr. Jay Dalton MYP MYP MathMs. Michelle Forbes MYP Physical EducationMs. Erika Gravel MYP/DP Drama & Theater ArtsMr. Mark Hubbard MYP ScienceMs. Kimberly Johnson Publications & 2D DesignMs. Kimberly Joslyn MYP Music & PerformanceMs. Jenny Kim MYP/DP Language B KoreanMs. Risa Kim MYP/DP Visual ArtsMs. Susie Kim MYP/DP Language A KoreanMr. Linroy Kilgore MYP Design Technology/DP ITGSMs. Flora Kuang MYP Language B MandarinMs. Glau Kuhn MYP/DP Language B SpanishMs. Jyotika Laroche MYP Language A and Language B English Mr. Ronny Laroche MYP/DP Design TechnologyMr. Peter Lee BibleMr. Eddie Lozano BibleMs. Melissa Lyons MYP Music & PerformanceMs. Aurora Mboya MYP/DP BiologyMr. Brian Montgomery MYP/DP Biology, Chemistry & AstronomyMr. Jonathon Montgomery MYP/DP Language A EnglishMr. Eric Moore MYP/DP Language A English/TOK & Theater ArtsMs. Alyssa Muus MYP Humanities/DramaMr. Michael Osborne MYP MathMs. Jyoti Pakianathan MYP Science/MathMr. Navam Pakianathan MYP/DP PhysicsMs. Alex Park DP CAS Coordinator/Psychology/TOKMs. Eun Park MYP/DP Language B KoreanDr. Josephine Park DP Music & PerformanceMr. Michael Pettigrew MYP/DP BiologyMs. Robyn Pettigrew MYP/DP MathMs. Susan Peyton Special Needs CoordinatorMs. Leisha Pitkin MYP Language AMr. Ryan Pitkin DP Business Management/DP EconomicsMr. Tom Politte MYP HistoryMr. Brendan Porter MYP/DP MathMs. Esther Portillo MYP Language B English

GSIS Administration List

Ms. Tiffeney Brown…………………………….…………… Secondary School PrincipalMr. Jeremy Thomas………………………………………… Secondary School Assistant PrincipalMr. Dan Anderson……..……………………………………. Elementary PrincipalMr. Matt Evans…………………………..…………………... Residence DirectorMr. Songbok Cho …………..…………….………………… Business AdministratorMs. Jeannie Lee………………………..………….………… Director of Development Mr. Joseph Fambro...……………………..………………... Director of Technology and CurriculumMs. Jane Politte……………………………………………… Diploma Program (DP) CoordinatorMr. Darryl Harding.…………………………………………. Middle Years Program (MYP) CoordinatorMs. Clare Hubbard………………………………………….. Primary Years Program (PYP) Coordinator

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GSIS Mission Statement

Gyeonggi Suwon International School provides international students a high quality internationally based education within a Christian environment utilizing positive educational experiences and biblical foundations for spiritual growth.

GSIS Educational Philosophy

Because each student is recognized as a person made in the image of God, Christian education should foster self-respect and self-worth as well as respect and esteem for others. For this reason, the goal of Gyeonggi Suwon International School (GSIS) is to provide a quality educational environment in which each student’s unique gifts of intellect, personality, stature, and spirit are given the best opportunity for development towards maturity. GSIS bases its philosophy on basic Christian beliefs.

International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO)Mission Statement

GSIS is an IB World School and is authorized to offer the Diploma program, the MYP and PYP. “The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the IBO works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programs of international education and rigorous assessment. These programs encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.” Mission Statement found at www.ibo.org.

Ms. Kathryn Ragsdale BibleMr. Michael Rains MYP Physical Education/ Secondary Assistant Athletic DirectorMr. Scott Smith MYP/DP Science Ms. Rachel Smith MYP Language A English/TOKMr. Jack Stracke MYP Physical EducationMs. Kimberly Stracke DP/MYP Visual ArtMs. Natalie Sudborough DP HumanitiesMr. Arvind Tirkey MYP/DP History/DP EconomicsMs. Sreeja Tirkey MYP/DP Language A EnglishMs. Lynnie Vandameer MYP Language B EnglishMr. Tony Vandameer MYP/DP HistoryMr. David Villarreal MYP/DP ChemistryMs. Lori Ward MYP Language B English/ESL Coordinator Ms. Cara Whiteside MYP Visual ArtMs. Lucy Yan MYP/DP Language B Mandarin

GSIS Student Service and Support StaffStaff Support AreaMs. Beverly Adams College Counselor (Gr. 11-12)Ms. Jean Choe Student Life Minister/MYP Service CoordinatorMs. Myrna Ivison Aquatics DirectorMr. Paul Ivison Athletic DirectorMr. Jason Kaiser Media Integration SpecialistMs. Nami Kwon RegistrarMs. Kurt Lamb Secondary LibrarianMs. Robin Lind MYP Guidance Counselor (Gr. 9-10)Ms. Robin Montgomery Media Integration SpecialistMs. Michelle Pownall MYP Guidance Counselor (Gr. 6-8)Mr. Chris Ward Network Administrator

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Inquirers They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.

Knowledgeable They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.

Thinkers They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.

Communicators They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.

Principled They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.

Open-minded They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.

Caring They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.

Risk-takers They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.

Balanced They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.

Reflective They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.

Excerpt taken from the IB website:http://www.ibo.org/programs/slideh.cfm. For a complete IB Learner Profile booklet, stop by the school and inquire or print one off the website: www.ibo.org.

Our Shield Logo

The GSIS logo was officially adopted in 2006, the year that the school opened.

The logo contains the following symbols that represent Suwon and the mission of the school:

Shield: Protector of the faith: “Take up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming missiles of the evil one.” – Ephesians 6:16

Book and Quill: The book and quill pen represent education, knowledge, and wisdom. These are surrounded by a traditional Korean design ring, which represents the idea of a ‘complete’ or ‘whole’ education.

Chinese Characters: the Chinese characters mean wisdom, and also tie the school to our Asian setting.

The Knight: the Knight was democratically chosen to be the school mascot at the start of the 2007/2008 school year. The Knight represents our desire to foster integrity, determination, and to be strong defenders and upholders of our faith.

Central Cross: GSIS is Christ-centered.

The GSIS Bible Verse

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart; and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)

IB LEARNER PROFILE“The IB Learner Profile is the IBO mission statement translated into a set of learning outcomes for the 21st century. The learner profile provides a long-term vision of education. It is a set of ideals that can inspire, motivate and focus the work of schools and teachers, uniting them in a common purpose. IB learners strive to be:

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MYP SCHOOL COURSES (2013/2014)

6TH GRADE 7TH GRADE 8TH GRADE 9th GRADE 10th GRADEMYP

Language A – English

MYP Language A –

English

MYP Language A –

English

MYP Language A –

English

MYP Language A –

English MYP

Language B – English, Korean,

Mandarin, Spanish

MYP Language B –

English, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish

MYP Language B –

English, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish

MYP Language B –

English, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish

MYP Language B –

English, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish

MYP Humanities

MYP Humanities

MYP Humanities

MYP World History

MYP US History

MYP Science MYP Science MYP Science MYP Biology MYP ChemistryMYP

Pre-AlgebraMYP Algebra 1

MYP Algebra 1AMYP GeometryMYP Algebra 1B

MYP Algebra IIMYP Geometry

MYP Pre-Calculus

MYP Algebra IIMYP Design Technology

MYP Design Technology

MYP Design Technology

MYP Design Technology

MYP Design Technology

MYP PE MYP PE MYP PE MYP PE MYP PEMYP Arts

(Music, Visual Art, Drama)

MYP Arts (Music, Visual Art,

Drama)

MYP Arts (Music, Visual Art, Drama)

MYP Arts (Music, Visual Art,

Drama)

MYP Arts (Music, Visual Art,

Drama)Bible Bible Bible Bible BibleMusic

PerformanceMusic

PerformanceMusic

PerformanceElective Elective

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THE MYP ARTSIn the GSIS Secondary School, every student will get to experience all three components (Music, Visual Art, Drama) of the MYP Arts Program.

• In grade 6 students will take each component for 12/13 weeks. • In grades 7 and 8 students will choose two components that they will study for 1

semester each in both grade levels. These courses will be assessed using the MYP objectives and criterion for the Arts.

• In grades 9 and 10, students will choose a specialty area to gain as much mastery as possible to function at the Diploma Program level.

EXAMPLE STUDENT OF GRADE 6-8 MYP ART COMBINATIONS:Grade 6 – Music (12/13 weeks) Visual Art (12/13 weeks) Drama (12/13 weeks)

Secondary School Academic Programs

CURRICULUMThe components of the standards-based curriculum design, implementation, and assessment at Gyeonggi Suwon International School are the collaborative responsibility of all the members of the learning community. Our curriculum is continually evaluated and revised from the learner’s perspective to ensure that our students are challenged at appropriate academic and developmental levels to prepare them for success in university and in the twenty-first century.

The dynamic and rigorous curriculum at GSIS is designed to kindle a passion for inquiry, to recognize diverse intellectual talents, to seek areas of service and to cultivate a Christian worldview. We believe that our students experience individual achievement most effectively in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.

Our educational plan is a continuum of carefully designed, standards-based courses in which students are introduced to and guided through to master the skills and attitudes of specific learning goals. Our comprehensive curricular and co-curricular learning experiences are responsive to the intellectual, physical, social and spiritual development of each student. The efforts of our total GSIS learning community focus on the development of productive, contributing global citizens equipped to lead lives of integrity and to exert influence for Christ.

MIDDLE YEARS PROGRAM (MYP)GSIS was authorized to offer the Middle Years International Baccalaureate Programme (MYP) years 1-5 in June 2012. Below is a brief summary of the program from an IBO published document: A Basis for Practice – The Middle Years Program.

“The MYP emphasizes a broad and balanced education which focuses on values as well as intellect. It addresses the students’ physical, affective, social and intellectual development. In helping students to understand the connectedness and applications of knowledge, it serves their search for relevance and meaning, and helps them come to a deeper understanding. At the same time, the MYP allows the nature of each subject to emerge with integrity and rigor as the students prepare for the Diploma Program or other upper secondary studies.

The MYP is designed to help adolescents to develop knowledge of, and interest in, local and global issues. The explicit emphasis on communication and intercultural awareness encourages international-mindedness and responsible citizenship. In age-appropriate ways, the program involves students in concrete, socially responsible action and service, individually and in groups.

The framework of the MYP requires schools and teachers within them to work as teams in reflecting on, developing, organizing and delivering the curriculum, with close attention to the perspectives of the students. It empowers teachers and students to shape a stimulating but rigorous learning experience.” More information about this program may be found on the IBO website: www.ibo.org

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Group 2:World Languages

IB DP English A2 HL/SLIB DP Mandarin HL/SLIB DP Spanish HL/SLIB DP Korean B HL/SLIB DP Spanish ab initioIB DP Mandarin ab initio

Group 3:Individuals and

Society

IB DP World History HL/SLIB DP Economic SLIB DP ITGS HL/SL

IB DP Environmental System and Societies SLIB DP Business and Management

Group 4:Experimental

Sciences

IB DP Biology HL/SLIB DP Chemistry HL/SLIB DP Physics HL/SL

IB DP Environmental System and Societies SLGroup 5:

MathematicsIB DP Math HL/SL

IB DP Math StudiesGroup 6:Fine Arts

IB DP Visual Art HL/SLIB DP Music HL/SL

Students should consult the IB DP Coordinator or the Secondary School Senior Counselor for further information about the scores necessary for the award of the IB Diploma and requirements for specific universities.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES PROGRAM AND CHAPELThe Bible and Student Life program is a very important part of the GSIS curriculum. Students will study biblical history, characters, the definition of a Christian lifestyle and are encouraged to examine their spiritual walk or faith. Our students are led in the direction to become a Christian or to renew their Christian commitment; however, they are never coerced or forced to make any decisions.

Each week all students are required to attend chapel where they will hear messages applicable to their lives. These messages could be presented utilizing music, drama, videos or guest speakers. Once per year the regular curriculum is suspended and a two and a half day spiritual retreat or Spiritual Emphasis Week (SEW) will be held to permit students to examine their faith and spiritual journey. Within the Secondary School there will be two separate SEW events, which are age appropriate for the different grade level groupings.

HOMEWORK AND TESTSHomework and tests are important and regular parts of a student’s education at GSIS. Homework is important because it gives students opportunities to practice what they have learned in class, work at their own pace and teaches them responsibility and self-discipline.

• Students are encouraged to read or be read to in English and their first language every night.

• Teachers may assign homework to practice, extend and/or enrich skills taught in the

Grade 7 –Drama (1 semester) Visual Art (1 semester)Grade 8 - Drama (1 semester) Visual Art (1 semester)

IB DIPLOMA PROGRAM (DP) GSIS went through the Implementation process for the IB Diploma Program in 2008-2009 and received its authorization at the end of that school year. In 2009-2010 GSIS officially began to offer the program to its first cohort of students.

To enroll in an IB course, students must meet the prerequisites in the course description and have the approval of teachers from the specific subject areas to which the course belongs. Furthermore, the DP IB coordinator and their Secondary School counselors also provide input with regard to student placement.

Returning students must register in their sophomore year for the IB courses to be taken in the junior and senior years. Except for the Theory of Knowledge course, IB courses are two years in length. IB courses are academically rigorous and are accepted by most universities for credit, depending on the student’s final score and the university’s crediting policy. The IB exam for each course is given in May of the student’s senior year and the fee for these exams are included in the students’ tuition fees. All students taking IB classes are expected to take these exams. Any student who fails to show up for an exam will be charged a financial fee by the school.

There are two ways that GSIS students may participate in the Diploma Program as a full IB DP candidate or opt to take only select courses. Full IB Diploma candidates take a total of seven courses. At least one course must be taken in each of the following areas: Group 1--Language A1; Group 2--Second Language; Group 3--Individuals and Societies; Group 4--Experimental Sciences; and Group 5--Math and Computer Sciences. A sixth course may be taken from Group 6--The Arts or from one of the other five subject areas. Students may also opt to take two courses in Group 1 instead of taking a course in Group 2. All Diploma candidates must also take a seventh class, Theory of Knowledge. At least three of the IB classes must be taken at the higher level. In addition, all Diploma candidates must successfully complete CAS requirements and the extended essay.

Subject Area IB Courses Offered 2013- 2014

Group1:Literature

IB DP English Literature HL/SLIB DP Korean Literature HL/SL

IB DP English Language and Literature HL/SLIB DP Korean Language and Literature HL/SL

IB DP English A1 HL/SLIB DP Korean A1 HL/SL

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Courses Days in a Cycle Minutes a Cycle Class Meetings Meetings Per NightMYP 6-7

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15 mins. per classNON-MYP 60 15 mins. per classMYP 8-9 80 20 mins. per class

NON-MYP 8-9 80 20 mins. per classMYP 10 100 25 mins. per class

NON-DP 10 100 25 mins. per classDP SL 11-12 130 32.5 mins. per classDP HL 11-12 190 47.5 mins. per class

NON-DP 11-12 100 25 mins. per class

FIELD TRIPSField trips are an extension of learning from the classroom experience and provide students a firsthand experience with the concept or topic being taught. To allow students to participate on an educational outing is an invaluable experience asset to your child’s education. When hosting a field trip, the sponsoring teacher/staff member will provide a field trip permission form, which will need to be signed for each individual school sponsored field trip that your son or daughter takes during the course of the year. A copy of this form is posted electronically on the school’s website. As trips are scheduled, the classroom teacher and/or club/activity sponsor will notify students and parents with the details and expectations of the trip. Students must have written permission to participate in field trips.

ACADEMIC HONESTYGSIS upholds the highest standards of academic honesty. The IB program and GSIS encourage integrity, independence, and the pursuit of excellence in all of our students. Because of this, students are taught and often reminded of proper referencing and citing of sources used. Discipline, therefore, is with the intent of educating and encouraging the student, while enforcing the stated policy. The importance of students learning to uphold this expectation is not only important at GSIS but also important for students to practice appropriate compliance for successful performance at the university and college level.

Plagiarism, cheating, and receiving unauthorized aid or help on school assignments violates the IB Learner Profile, as well as the moral standards of GSIS as a Christian school, and are strictly prohibited. The following statements are taken from the IB Diploma Program document entitled:

Academic Honesty:

4.8 Plagiarism (and other forms of malpractice) must not be viewed as a trivial offence with only minor consequences. It must be viewed as a serious academic transgression with a community attitude that shows no tolerance and imposes severe penalties when it is discovered. (p.8)

2.1 The IB Regulations define malpractice as behavior that results in, or may result in, the candidate or any other candidate gaining an unfair advantage in one or more assessment

classroom. Homework will be assigned to students, and will be posted on the classroom website, according to the individual needs of the student and the materials and ideas being studied at the time.

• Parents/guardians can encourage good study habits at home by providing a quiet, well-lit place to study; setting aside a regular time for homework; and showing interest in the child’s work.

• Students must communicate with teachers in advanced for planned absences. The student must accept the responsibility for getting their work completed by the due date. Teachers have the option to decline a late submission of work due to an unexcused absence or assign an achievement level of “1” or “0”.

• If a child is absent and is able to work, homework may be requested from school by emailing the child’s teacher or checking the classroom websites. Digital capabilities allow teachers to communicate everything via Internet, therefore no need for hard copies. Please DO NOT call the Secondary Office expecting the Administrative Assistants to collect the work.

• If a student is absent due to their participation in a co-curricular activity, their work must be submitted immediately after their absence or ahead of time if possible.

• Secondary teachers maintain a calendar, which is found on the school website, on which they schedule their tests and projects so students of a particular grade-level normally have no more than a combination of three tests per day (quizzes or projects that have been assigned for more than one week are not subject to this limit). In the 2013-2014 school year, the management of this information will be maintained on the Schoology Workload Calendar and communicated to students and parents its use at the beginning of the year.

• If the student is absent when a test and/or assignment due date is announced or an assignment given, the student will need to be prepared to write the test or hand in the assignment on the first day that they return to class, unless other arrangements have been made. Students will not be permitted to make up any assignments for unexcused absences.

HOMEWORK EXPECTATIONSTo help manage the workload of homework for students, teachers proposed time limits as a guide of what is an acceptable workload for students per class during a weekly cycle that has 8 days with 4 class meetings in the cycle. Students and parents should recognize that although this is a guideline, during the year, some special projects may require additional time to complete. Students and parents should also recognize if students do not manage their time wisely, it would difficult for students to meet the minutes per night per class.

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membership, and other awards. Depending on the severity of the infraction, issues of plagiarism could be recorded on the student’s transcript.

Academic Honesty violations are maintained from one academic year to the next. Once a student achieves the 3rd level of infractions, he/she may repeat the 3rd level (suspension) as well as the inclusion of the 4th level (recommendation for academic or behavioral probation).

The following shows a normal progression that could occur with violations of the Academic Honesty policy.

MYP STUDENTSMYP Students involving a formative assignment:

• First Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done, one hour detention parent is called

• Second and Following Offenses: same discipline, with possible addition of extra detention hours, possible contact or conference with parents

MYP Students Involving a summative assignment:• First Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done, one hour

detention, parent is called• Second Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done, one

day in-school suspension, conference with parents and student• Third Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done, three

day in-school suspension, conference with parents and student, discussion regarding the results of a fourth offense

• Fourth Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done, five day out-of-school suspension, conference with parents and student, parents encouraged to withdraw student from GSIS

• Fifth Offense: student expelled from GSIS

DP STUDENTSDP Students involving a violation on a formative assignment:

• First Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done, one hour detention

• Second and Following Offenses: same discipline, with possible addition of extra detention hours, possible contact or conference with parents

DP Students involving a violation on major projects or tests:• First Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done, one-hour

detention, parent is called• Second Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done,

three day out-of-school suspension, conference with parents and student (discussion regarding the results of a third offense)

component. Malpractice includes:• plagiarism: this is defined as the representation of the ideas or work of another person as

the candidate’s own• collusion: this is defined as supporting malpractice by another candidate, as in allowing

one’s work to be copied or submitted for assessment by another• duplication of work: this is defined as the presentation of the same work for different

assessment components and/or diploma requirements• any other behavior that gains an unfair advantage for a candidate or that affects the results

of another candidate (for example, taking unauthorized material into an examination room, misconduct during an examination, falsifying a CAS record). (p.3)

2.7 Fabrication of data is a further example of malpractice. If a candidate manufactures data for a table, survey or other such requirement, this will be interpreted as an attempt to gain an unfair advantage in an assessment component. Consequently, the final award committee will find the candidate guilty of malpractice. Using authentic data is a matter of academic honesty. (p.8)

Teacher responsibilities:• Discuss the Academic Integrity Policy with students in all classes.• Enforce the policy, always notifying appropriate people in the case of violations.• Help students understand various examples of academic dishonesty.• Use periodic checks and mid-assessment deadlines to help prevent academic dishonesty.Student responsibilities:• Understand all examples of academic dishonesty that are violations of the Academic

Integrity Policy.• Ask teachers to clarify what type of help is allowed on an assignment or assessment.• Acknowledge and specifically note assistance given from anyone on any type of assignment

or assessment.• As a bystander or victim, report academic dishonesty to a teacher in an appropriate way.

MYP STUDENTS

1. Violations of the Academic Integrity Policy are serious and parents will be notified of any incidents of academic dishonesty.

2. Academic dishonesty on any assignment or assessment will result in disciplinary action that may include:

• Having to re-do the work• A detention• In-school or out-of-school suspension• A recommendation for academic or behavioral probation

3. All disciplinary actions for academic integrity violations will be recorded and maintained throughout the students’ secondary school years and may be included when providing information to prospective schools if the student were to transfer.

Actions in the area of academic integrity will be recorded and maintained throughout the students’ secondary school experience, and could affect college recommendations, NHS or NJHS

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Secondary Grading and Reporting

The secondary courses are planned vertically from grades 6-12 to be college preparatory courses, preparing students throughout the Middle Years Program to exit it as strong candidates entering into the Diploma Program.

1. All Grade 6 to 8 students are required to take eight (8) full credits.2. All Grade 9 and 10 students are required to take nine (9) full credits each year. 3. All Grade 11 and 12 are required to take a minimum of seven (7) full credits each year.4. All students must take and pass at least one credit of English each school year.5. All students must take one course of Bible each school year. Bible may be waived for IB

students taking Theory of Knowledge in the full IB program.

PROGRESS REPORTS AND GRADES1. Students will receive a digital progress report via PowerSchool at the end of each reporting

period (quarter) after assessments have been marked and a hard copy of their final progress report at the end of the school year. The only grades entered on a student’s permanent record are the final grades.

2. PowerSchool updates are ongoing throughout the marking period. It is the responsibility of parents and teachers to track progress through PowerSchool.

3. The MYP report card will have three parts:

• Academic Criteria Achievement Levels 1-7

• Approaches to Learning Performance Levels

• Teacher or Student Comment.

4. The DP report card will have two parts:

• An Academic Criteria Achievement Level Grade of 1-7

• Teacher Comment

5. If a student receives a falling mark of “1” as their final mark, he/she will receive no credit for the entire course unless the semester or course is repeated.

6. A student that has entered a course late in the quarter will not receive an academic achievement level reporting if they have not completed at least two summatives. Teachers will provide a narrative comment to give students and parents some indication of the student’s progress. Since we do year-long progress reporting, students that have not been able to complete a major assessment or test due to circumstances beyond his/her control such as illness, family death, visa problems will receive a progress report based on work completed at the end of the quarter with work left undone reported as “1”. Teachers will indicate the reasons for the status of work at that time and students will be given a reasonable timeline to complete the work when they return. If the work is not completed in that timeframe, the achievement level will remain as a “1”. If the work is completed in a timely manner, the teacher will submit a grade change form to show the progress report change.

7. Progress Reports will not be issued or mailed to students who owe fees or fines.

• Third Offense: “0” or “1” on the assignment plagiarized, assignment is re-done, five day out-of-school suspension, conference with parents and student (parents encouraged to withdraw student from GSIS)

• Fourth Offense: student expelled from GSIS FOR ACADEMIC INTEGRITY VIOLATION

Important Note Regarding College Notification for Serious InfractionsIt is a goal of the Head of School to maintain sensible control over what infractions in the discipline and academic record that are or are not reported to colleges and universities at the time of the application process and throughout the senior year. The GSIS counseling department and administration will communicate disciplinary infractions to colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis for the following reasons should they arise:1. As a means to maintain a firm stance on discipline based in Biblical principles at GSIS which

university officials may not uphold.2. To protect GSIS from any negative repercussions to its reputation in the college community

based on student infractions that could be a detriment to the college community, GSIS has the sole obligation to communicate honesty in regard to those offenses.

3. To provide clarity and protection of the student from inaccurate discipline records from an unauthorized source or the student has been poorly represented by a recommendation provided by a student, teacher, counselor and/or administrator.

4. To delineate serious offenses in which the universities must know from other one-time, minor, or repeated offenses.

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interpretation of what has been learned and what has not been learned.

THERE IS AN INCREASED EMPHASIS ON:• Viewing planning, teaching, and assessing as integrated processes• Using a range and balance of assessment strategies• Using a range and balance of recording tools and reporting strategies• Involving students in self and peer assessment• Giving students regular and ongoing feedback through MYP units of work• Helping students view assessment as a means of describing and improving learning

REPORTING OF STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT FOR MYP AND DP PROGRAMSFollowing the IB MYP and DP Programs, GSIS uses a 1-7 grade scale for reporting final student achievement at the end of a course. Criterion-related assessment and reporting is utilized throughout the course in order to determine 1-7 general grade for the course.Each course has criteria and matching academic achievement levels that align with the objectives for the course and subject. Teachers assign achievement levels in each of the categories based on assessment evidence in the course. At the end of each quarter, teachers assign best-fit achievement levels for criteria, based on at least two or more assessments of evidence, and determine the 1-7 general grade based on pre-determined and published grade boundaries from the IBO.Grades will be reported using the 1-7 (number) grade scale.

THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE’S DESCRIPTORS FOR 1-7 Grade Descriptors1 Minimal achievement in terms of the objectives.

2 Very limited achievement against all the objectives. The student has difficulty in understanding the required knowledge and skills and is unable to apply them fully in normal situations, even with support.

3 Limited achievement against most of the objectives, or clear difficulties in some areas. The student demonstrates a limited understanding of the required knowledge and skills and is only able to apply them fully in normal situations with support.

4 A good general understanding of the required knowledge and skills, and the ability to apply them effectively in normal situations. There is occasional evidence of the skills of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.

5 A consistent and thorough understanding of the required knowledge and skills, and the ability to apply them in a variety of situations. The student generally shows evidence of analysis, synthesis and evaluation where appropriate and occasionally demonstrates originality and insight.

MODIFIED GRADESA student with special needs who must acquire basic proficiency and skills in core disciplines may earn a modified grade by meeting minimum standards set by the instructor of the course and the SRT team. Students with special needs include those who have been identified as having difficulties with learning skills or one who has had a specific Individualized Education Plan (IEP) developed by the GSIS Student Resources Team (SRT) and approved by the principal or one who has transferred from another school with an IEP, which is approved by the principal.

Modified grades do count toward graduation, however, modified grades will make a student ineligible for some academic honors. Any adaptations will be indicated on the student’s report card and transcript.

MIDDLE YEARS PROGRAM MYP GSIS uses the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program as the basis of its curriculum for grades 6-10. The school engaged in the implementation process for four years before full authorization to offer the full program occurred in the summer of 2012. MYP is deemed the best international curriculum suited to enabling the school to fulfill its mission statement.

The MYP is an international program designed to help students aged 11 to 16 (grades 6-10) develop the knowledge, understanding, attitudes, and skills necessary to participate actively and responsibly in a changing world. MYP promotes the idea that, “Learning how to learn and how to evaluate information critically is as important as learning facts.”

Increased emphasis on: Decreased emphasis on: Student-centered Teacher-centeredWorking collaboratively, grouping and regrouping students for a variety of learning situations

Over-reliance on one grouping strategy

Building on what students already know Focusing on what students do not knowEmpowering students to feel responsible and to take action

Teaching about responsibility and the need for action by others

Involving students actively in their own learning

Viewing students as passive recipients

Pursuing open-ended inquiry and real-life investigations

A teacher-directed focus on rigid objectives

Assessment ASSESSMENT IN MYP HAS THE FOLLOWING FEATURES:

• Designed to support and encourage student learning • Criterion-referenced model: assessments designed to measure performance against

clearly defined goals or objectives. • Links the assessment criteria with the subject-group objectives allowing clear

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• Satisfactorily has met the attendance requirements for obtaining credit• Paid in-full fees and tuition owed to GSIS• Completion of the CAS Program as prescribed by IB DP

FURTHER CONSIDERATIONS1. One credit shall be awarded for passing a year-long subject studied for two semesters.

One-half credit shall be awarded for passing a semester-long class studied for one semester. No partial credit is awarded in any class unless exceptional circumstances previously approved by the principal have been made. Such circumstances are generally limited to students entering the school mid-year.

2. Courses that are taken in grades 6-8 do not count toward high school graduation; however, courses in grades 6-8 could permit a student to take the next level course or hinder students from taking the next requisite course if the student has not obtained credit as a result of not meeting the course expectations academically or because of attendance.

3. Students who enter from other schools must count all credits presented from that previous school or none can be counted.

4. Placement testing will be given to students registering for World Languages.

6 A consistent and thorough understanding of the required knowledge and skills, and the ability to apply them in a wide variety of situations. There is consistent evidence of analysis, synthesis and evaluation where appropriate. The student generally demonstrates originality and insight.

7 A consistent and thorough understanding of the required knowledge and skills, and the ability to apply them almost faultlessly in a wide variety of situations. There is consistent evidence of analysis, synthesis and evaluation where appropriate. The student consistently demonstrates originality and insight and always produces work of high quality.

APPROACHES TO LEARNINGA number of factors contribute to student success. An integral part of academic success is the student’s ability to demonstrate progress in the areas of Approaches to Learning. In the Secondary School we have identified 7 major Approaches to Learning that we will be reporting on:

• Organization Manages time and self in order to set goals and meet deadlines

• Collaboration Actively works with others and accepts the challenges of collaboration

• Communication Uses a variety of strategies and tools to be informed and inform others effectively

• Information Literacy Demonstrates sound information literacy skills

• Reflection Reflects thoroughly on the learning process and uses feedback to improve work

• Thinking Uses thinking skills in identifying, approaching and solving problems

• Transfer Makes connections to transfer knowledge and skills to different contexts

THE STUDENTS’ APPROACHES TO LEARNING AREAS WILL BE ASSESSED USING THE CRITERION BELOW:

4 – Consistently exhibits the behavior3 – Usually exhibits the behavior2 – Sometimes exhibits the behavior1 – Rarely exhibits the behavior

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSDiplomas will be granted to each student who has completed the following:

• Attended GSIS for at least the entire final semester of his/her 12th grade year• Satisfactorily completed 26 credits during his/her 9th to 12th grade career• Satisfactorily reflects a record that meets the behavior management code of conduct

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graduation requirements for credits.

3. Students are required to complete one course in religious studies for each full year they attend GSIS.

4. Students who enter after grade 10 are required to take one course in: Arts, PE (either MYP PE 9 or MYP PE 10).

5. Students who upon entering GSIS have an average of fewer than 7 high school courses per year must maintain a full schedule of classes (no study halls) for the duration of their stay at GSIS in order to achieve a minimum of 27 credits. Of the 27 credits that are required they include the following minimums: 4 credits are English, 3 credits are Math, 3 Sciences, 2 World Language, 3 Social Studies, 1 Arts, 1 PE/Health.

For the purposes of course planning students and their parents should keep the following in mind.

Subject Area Recommended for CollegeEnglish 6 Credits

Mathematics 4 CreditsScience 4 Credits

Social Studies 4 CreditsWorld Languages 2 CreditsReligious Studies .5 per year enrolled

Fine Arts .5 CreditSpeech .5 Credit

PE/Health* .5 CreditElectives 3.5 Credits

Total 26+ Credits

For more specific details about what course are required by a specific college/university and their program please consult their website or contact the GSIS Counseling Office.

SUBJECT AREA AND GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR GSIS

Graduate of 2014

Graduate of 2015

Graduate of 2016

Graduate of 2017

Subject Senior in 1314 SY

Junior in 1314 SY

Sophomore in 1314 SY

Freshman in 1314 SY

English 5 4 4 4

Math 3 3 3 3

Science 3 3 3 3

Social Studies 3 3 3 3

World Language 2 2 2 2

Religious Studies* 3.5 3 3 3

Fine Arts 0.5 1 1 1

PE/Health* 0.5 1 1 1

Electives 11 11 11 11

Design Technology* 0.5 1 1 1

Total (courses) 32 32 32 32

Note: In grades 9 and 10, students are required to take a course in each of these classes for 0.5 credit*.

Note: In a given school year, a student will be required to take up to 11 courses in grades 9 and 10. In grades 11 and 12, all students are required to have 9 periods within their schedule within the school day.

TRANSFER OF CREDIT FROM OTHER INSTITUTIONS AND GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Students who enter GSIS from another school may not transfer more than the maximum number of possible earned courses at GSIS (9 courses).

2. Students who enter GSIS in the first semester of grade 9 must meet all of the approved

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Honor rollsGrade 6-10 MYP General Grade Honor Roll

Honor rolls are calculated, published, and posted at the end of each school year based on 4th quarters final reporting for Academic Achievement Level and Approaches to Learning. No student with the representation of MYP General Grade level below “3” will be eligible for any of the Honor Rolls. Please see the chart below for ineligibility for honor roll in areas of Approaches to Learning.

Honor Roll Academic RequirementMYP General Grade

Non-academic Behavior Requirement

Headmaster’s 6.5 – 7.0 No level less than 3Principal’s 5.75 – 6.49 No level less than 3

Outstanding 5.0 – 5.74 No level less than 2

Grade 11-12 DP Honor Roll

Honor rolls are calculated, published, and posted at the end of each school year. No student with any grade below a “3” is eligible for any of the Honor Rolls.

Honor Roll Academic RequirementHeadmaster’s Honors GPA - Above 4.0 “No grades below “5”

Principal’s Honors “A” Honor Roll GPA – 3.67 -4.0 “No grades below ‘5’”Outstanding Honors “B” Honor Roll GPA – 3.5-3.66 “No grades below ‘4’”

ACADEMIC PROBATIONThe headmaster, in consultation with the principal and the Student Resource Team (SRT), may place a student on probation for a semester or longer for a lack of academic success. Failure to meet success in the ensuing semester may result in the student not being permitted to return to the school the following semester. Probation may be issued at any time during the school year including at the time of enrollment.

GSIS 1-7 GPA EQUIVALENCY SCALE

GPA is not used at GSIS to rank students or for any reporting purposes. GSIS will only report GPA when sending senior transcripts to colleges and universities and for determining Honor Roll, Valedictorian and Salutatorian. Predicted grades can also factor in this determination of student progress if requested from a college or university prior to the end of the school year.

At no time, will request be entertained to enter a GPA for recommendation letters or be given to parents per a personal request of some sort. The only official reporting and use of GPA at GSIS will be for the internal reasons listed above.

Below is the 1-7 Grading Scale that is listed on the official transcript:

GSIS 1-7 GPA Equivlency Scale1-7 Level Grade IB HL Scale IB SL Scale A-F Letter Grade

7 4.00 4.50 4.25 A6 3.50 4.00 3.75 A5 3.00 3.50 3.25 B4 2.50 3.00 2.75 B3 2.00 2.50 2.25 C2 1.00 1.50 1.25 D1 0.00 0.00 0.00 F

GSIS TRANSCRIPTThe GSIS transcript is composed of the following information:

• Students mailing information as reported to the school and in the official datebase• The schools mailing informaiton• The recording of achievement levels for each academic year at GSIS. Transfer

students will have courses listed with a “P” for passing and credit received shown or “F” for failure and no credit posted shown. GSIS cannot tabulate other schools’ grading systems, but will use “P” and “F” to show if students have earned the credit.

• The GSIS graduation requirements chart is posted with columns to show how many credits toward completion have been met in each category required; GPA summary of each academic year; and progress on the completion of IB required projects: MYP Service, MYP Personal Project, IB CAS and IB EE.

• The GSIS 1-7 GPA Equivalency Scale• The school code• The overall GPA and Credits Completed • The registrar’s signature embossed with the school stamp

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MusicPresented to a high school student and selected by the music directors in recognition of exemplary participation and leadership in vocal and/or instrumental music during the current school year.

ArtPresented to a high school student and selected by the art teachers in recognition of exemplary participation in visual arts and who demonstrates independent, creative thinking, and excellence in art.

PublicationsPresented to a high school student and selected by the publication director in recognition of participation and leadership in the school’s publications during the current school year.

SportsmanshipPresented to one male and one female high school student who are selected by the athletic director in consultation with all athletic coaches in recognition of the following qualities: sportsmanship, participation in various sports, athletic ability, and competitive spirit during the current school year.

Athlete of the YearPresented to a deserving high school male and female who have demonstrated one or more of the following: a) exceptional athletic ability and skills b) all-conference/all-tournament honors c) lettered in multiple sports d) shown leadership on the courts or field of play. The athletic director in consultation with coaches will select the recipient of this award.

KAIAC Scholar Athlete-Small Group Presented to one high school boy and girl athlete at each KAIAC school (must have a 3.5 G.P.A. for the first three quarters of that school year and have lettered in at least two sports and be a junior or senior) who will be selected by the athletic director in consultation with other coaches.

EARCOS Global Citizen AwardThis award, given to one Junior, is presented to a student who embraces the qualities of a global citizen. This student is a proud representative of his/her nation while respectful of the diversity of other nations, has an open mind, is well informed, aware and empathetic, concerned and caring for others encouraging a sense of community and strongly committed to engagement and action to make the world a better place. Finally, this student is able to interact and communicate effectively with people from all walks of life while having a sense of collective responsibility for all who inhabit the glob

Mark Pash Memorial AwardThis award is name after Mr. Mark Pash who passed away during the 2010-2011 school year and is presented to one high school student who demonstrates positive character, encourages others, puts forth maximum effort to meet his or her potential, and displays creativity within various aspects of life. Students will be nominated and voted upon by the faculty.

SECONDARY HONORS AND AWARDSAt GSIS we strive to provide “a high quality internationally based education within a Christian environment utilizing positive educational experiences and biblical foundations for spiritual growth” (GSIS Mission Statement). With this in mind, we annually will award students in the areas of Performance, Academics, Leadership and Character. There will be an end-of-the-year Awards assembly. Awards and recognition for secondary students depending on grade level could include (all awards listed do not apply to Lower Secondary School Students, only those with an **):

ValedictorianPresented to the high school senior (12th Grade) with the highest grade point average through the end of the 3rd quarter of the senior year. Student must have attended GSIS as a full-time student for 3 semesters.

SalutatorianPresented to the high school senior (12th Grade) with the second highest grade point average through the end of the third quarter of the senior year. Student must have attended GSIS as a full-time student for 3 semesters.

LeadershipPresented to one high school student in recognition of leadership in all areas of school and community life. The student participates in a variety of activities, consistently shows initiative, and demonstrates courtesy, Christ-likeness, and tact in dealing with the school community. Students will be nominated and voted upon by the secondary faculty.

CitizenshipPresented to one high school student in recognition of outstanding participation in all areas of school and community life. In addition, the student should exemplify passionate commitment to the GSIS and larger community. Students will be nominated and voted upon by the faculty.

Service Presented to one male and female senior who demonstrated Christ-like service and are active in various service opportunities both on and off-campus. Students will be nominated and voted upon by the faculty.

ESLR’s/IB Learner Profile**Presented to ten students, 9-12 grade and ten students, 6-8 (one profile characteristic each) who exemplify the ESLRs/IB Learner Profile as inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open minded, caring, risk takers, balanced and reflective students. Students will be nominated and voted upon by the faculty.

DramaPresented to a high school student and selected by the drama directors in recognition of exemplary participation and leadership in drama, as an actor and/or a support/backstage person during the current school year.

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Subject Awards**Presented to one Senior and one student from Grade 9-12 and one student from each grade level in grades 6-8 who has demonstrated excellence in the subject area of: English (A1), Korean (A1), Language B (Korean, Mandarin and Spanish), Social Studies, Math, Science, Arts, Bible. Students will be nominated and voted upon by faculty of the respective department.

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCESParent-Teacher-Student Conferences are a very important part of a student’s education at GSIS and facilitate parents, students, and teachers sitting down together as partners to discuss the education of their children. All parents, both dorm and day, will be encouraged to come on these days during the school year. Conferences in the fall involve teachers, parents, and students predominately led by the teacher. Conferences in the spring for MYP students are student-led. Parents are invited to schedule a teacher conference at any time during the school year by contacting the Secondary School Office to arrange an appointment.

STUDENT RECORDSThe teachers and the administrative staff hold student records. There are two kinds of records – directory information and confidential records.

Directory information can be given to any person or organization for non-profit purposes when requested, unless the parents of the student restrict the information in writing to the principal. Directory information includes: a student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, photograph, height and weight, dates of attendance, or any other information which would not generally be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy, if disclosed.

Confidential records contain educational and behavioral information that has restricted access. This information can only be released with the written consent of the student’s parent/guardian to any school. Parents and/or students should not ask teachers directly for letters of recommendation or other similar documentation. Included in the confidential records may be test scores, psychological reports, behavior data, and disciplinary actions.

RECOMMENDATION LETTERSIf a student is moving or wishes to transfer schools and has a need for a letter of recommendation or transcripts, they must contact the Registrar’s Office. Teachers are not allowed to give a recommendation unless an official request has been made to the Registrar.

At no time does the registrar send letters of recommendations via parent transport, all staff’s recommendations written will be mailed directly to the school for which the student is applying.

SCHOOL-WIDE EXPECTATIONS

ABSENCESIt is the goal of the secondary school to have 100% attendance daily because academic excellence can only be achieve if the student is present and engaged. However, the school recognizes that sickness occurs and that there are special events that students must attend that add to the well-rounded and balanced nature of our IB students. If your child is absent for any reason, please contact the Secondary School Office at 031-695-2919 or 031-695-2806. This notification is important for the safety of your child. If not notified, the school will check to see if the child is safe at home. These checks cannot be made until later in the morning. This may pose a hazard to your child’s safety if he/she is not safely at home. Due to the strict nature of our attendance policy on excused and unexcused absences, you should contact the school office to find out if it will be excused prior to the absence if you are not sure.

Required number of days for academic credit: To obtain full academic credit, a student cannot miss more than 10% of the instructional school days or more than 10% of classes in a specific course.

Number of Days a Class Meets in a Cycle 4 5

10% of Instructional Day 12 15

Excused Absences: An excused absence would be any absence due to health reasons that is accompanied with documentation from a doctor or medical facility. Please note that every effort should be made to plan doctor’s appointments after school hours. Other excused absences would be those related to an academic enrichment experience, death or marriage in the family or one approved by the principal. It should be noted that a student will only be allowed up to 3 unexcused absences with accompanying documentation. In the event that more than 3 unexcused absences are needed, the principal’s approval would be required, which that process would entail a meeting with the parent, student and guidance counselor to discuss the nature of the issue. This means students would only be allowed up to 3 additional days beyond the identified 10% of instructional days listed above. Family vacations or business trips that require a child to attend with a parent will not be considered excused. Please familiarize yourself with the school’s annual calendar to avoid planning trips on dates where school will be in session.

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Make Up Work: All work from excused absences can be made up upon a student’s return to school. When making up schoolwork as a result of an unexcused absence, a student will receive 1 day to make up work for each day missed. Students will be responsible to turn in any assignments or take any tests/quizzes assigned the day they return if they were present the day the assignment was given. Every effort should be made to make up work prior to departure.

Unexcused Absences: For unexcused absences, the teacher will have the preference to assign the performance level indicator of “1” or “0” for work missed or the option to collect it. This policy is in place to protect the integrity of task and assessments. Students should make every effort to attend school. When students fall short of meeting that expectation, it hinders the progress of instruction for the teacher and other students. If the absences in question becomes habitual on test days, a meeting with parents to discuss plans for how reporting for the student will be adjusted will be required. This behavior would be classified as disciplinary.

Planned Trips: We recognize that family schedules and needs for time away does not always coincide with the school’s scheduled vacation breaks. However, if there is a need for a planned trip that will interrupt a student’s ability to be at school, please note that the attendance policy is still applicable.

In the event that there is a need for a planned trip, the family must make a request in writing at least 1 week in advance for absences greater than 2 days and 2 days in advance for a 1 or 2 day absence. This notification will allow teachers and the student to conference about the potential missed work for the student. Within the request, details should be given as to why the absence is occurring. Note, a students’ previous attendance record may be taken into account to determine whether the absence will jeopardize the students’ ability to obtain credit.

Senior Attendance: The last day of school for seniors is the day of graduation. Seniors will be expected to be in attendance during their IB examination period for all classes until they have taken all of the exams for that class. Based on the exam period that IB assigns, students will follow regular attendance at school. In the event that a student has days remaining and they are done with their IB exams for a class, they may then utilize any remaining absences they have. Students are allowed up to 12 absences a year for regular classes and 15 absences for HL courses. If students do not have days available, students will be expected to attend study halls. Administration will notify students in April when approved absences will begin in the IB examination period.

Each year the school has planned activities occurring during the days leading to the senior retreat, baccalaureate ceremony and graduation. These events require MANDATORY ATTENDANCE of all seniors and if missed, seniors will not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony. At no time should families plan to take students away from school leading up to graduation or plan medical procedures of any kind.

GSIS CAMPUSGSIS Secondary School students are expected to remain on the school grounds during the school day and during school sponsored activities. Aside from going to the store in between after school events and before school, if a student leaves the campus, the school accountability for a students’ conduct ends. At no time should a student leave campus to “hang” around in local Yeongtong or a friend’s home. In the event that this should happen, the student and parent should make plans for a parent pick up or the use public transportation. The school cannot be accountable for students’ safety or poor decision-making in these cases.

In the event that misconduct outside of the school property occurs, or within the vicinity of the school’s community and is reported to the school or a student returns to campus following that misconduct, disciplinary actions will be applied for any offense.

After School: GSIS Secondary School students in grades 8-12 may remain after school until 5:45 p.m. in order to participate in: co-curricular activities, study in the library, (which closes at 4:30 p.m.), receive extra help from teachers, etc. without supervision; grades 6-7 will require supervision during these times. If students decide to remain after school they must follow the school’s Code of Conduct for Behavior. If a student violates this policy, they will lose the privilege of remaining on campus afterschool. Late buses will be made available to students who stayafterschool provided that they sign up for it, please refer to the following resources for details and information: the school website, Powerschool, or the Secondary School Office.

Local Stores: GSIS Secondary School students are allowed to go to the store across the street at the end of the day or before school for food. Students should be responsible and cross at the crosswalk to ensure their safety to avoid dangerous situations for them and oncoming drivers. At no time should a student attempt to go to the store during school hours unless accompanied by a teacher as a class outing. A student’s decision to go to the store does not excuse them from tardiness from classes or catching their departing bus.

Again, the school’s reputation as an IB school with academic rigor and excellent students should be upheld at all times; therefore, the school’s Code of Conduct for Behavior applies in that community too. Additionally, reports of theft from the storeowners and of specific students that are offenders will result in suspension or possible dismissal from GSIS. The storeowners provide a service to our school and we should demonstrate respect and honor for their establishment as consumers.

DISMISSAL POLICYParents and students are required to follow specific guidelines for early dismissal from school. These policies are in place for the school’s accountability of your child and monitor and communicate accurately the student’s whereabouts. If a student leaves the campus or a school sponsored event without following the proper procedure it will be processed as a cut with severe disciplinary actions to follow.

Parent Pick-Up: Parents that pick up their child must sign them out of the Secondary School Office for early dismissals. We will call the child from his/her classroom to the office (please do

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occur (3 or more), a parent meeting will be required before and more severe disciplinary actions will be taken.

ELECTRONIC DEVICESStudents are asked not to use any electronic devices including cell phones, hand-held video games, or laser pointers from 8:00 a.m. to dismissal of school for personal reasons and not without the consent of a staff member. Please communicate to students to leave toys, radios, CD/MP3 players, hand-held video games, etc., at home. The school cannot be responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items that students bring from home and leave unattended. Students can listen to MP3 players during lunch, lunchtime recess or in classes under the instruction of a teacher.

Cell Phones on CampusCell phones are not to be used, seen or heard during school hours. Students should turn their cell phones “OFF” and put them in their backpacks during school hours. If a student needs to call home they may use the school phone in the office or make the phone call from the classroom under supervision of the teacher.

Parents please note that calling the student and communicating with the student via cell phone during the day contradicts our efforts and if your student is caught calling you or texting you in response to some issue during the school day without permission from a staff member, they will face consequences accordingly.

Consequences of failure to follow this policy:

1. First violation: Teacher may confiscate the phone and the student will be able to pick up the phone after school from the office. The parents will be notified by the teacher of this action.

2. Second violation: Cell phone is confiscated. Parents are contacted by the office and arrangements for the parent to come in and pick up the phone will be made. Parents informed of the next consequence.

3. Third violation: Cell phone is confiscated until the last day of school.

LIBRARYThe GSIS Library tries to maintain a well-balanced selection of library books for our students. Books are bought to enhance the curriculum for each grade level and subject area. Books are also purchased for pleasure reading. Students may check out books provided they have returned their previously checked-out items. Students may go to the library at anytime their teacher permits to return/check-out additional books beyond their library times. The library is also open after school for parents and students to access it until 4:30 p.m. Secondary School students in grades 6-7 must have staff or parent supervision to visit the library after school. Overdue fines are applied to late books for Secondary School students. Bound library books are expensive with the average cost being approximately $50.00 per book. Students are required to pay for damaged or lost books.

During the lunch, the librarian and assistants allow students to use the library for quiet study. At any time the librarian deems behavior unacceptable for the quiet study environment, the librarian may place

not call your child’s cell phone to create a disciplinary violation for your child). Students are NOT to meet their parents/guardians in the parking lot if leaving school early. Teachers have been requested not to release a child to any adult without permission from the office. This policy is in effect during regular school hours. Please advise the school if the child is to be picked up by someone other than a parent/guardian.

Student Dismissals: Students that leave campus must sign out at the Secondary Office and receive a pass to give to the security guard upon their departure from the campus (These passes will be collected daily for accountability. Students may be released only for the following:

A. The School Nurse sends a student home for medical reasons; orB. A student is involved in semester exams or IB exams and is released earlyC. The Principal sends a student home for a disciplinary reason and a cooling off period.

DRESS CODEGSIS is a Christian school seeking to honor God even through the way students and teachers dress. We express ourselves through the clothes we wear and the example it sets for others. As such, the following standards are provided for neat, appropriate, and modest personal appearance while students are attending GSIS:

1. Hats, bandanas, and sunglasses will not be worn indoors with the only exception being on special announced occasions (Spirit Week, SEW, etc.)

2. The general rule for hair color/style is that it will not be disruptive to the classroom or school environment.

3. Body piercing for all students will be limited to ears only. Earrings should be modest and of the nature that will not be disruptive in the classroom.

4. Skirts and shorts should come to the mid-half of thigh. Note: Young ladies should not wear shorts that do not adequately cover their legs as stated in the policy, nor should they wear shorts that have holes, rips or appear shredded revealing the upper portion of their thigh.

5. Jewelry or clothing depicting expressions of profanity, satanistic displays, drug, alcohol, or tobacco symbols are not permitted.

6. Shirts and blouses should cover the midriff when arms are held out parallel to the ground. Tops may be cut no lower than what would be considered modest which would cover the belly button. Halter-tops less than 2 inches wide or tube tops should not be worn.

Note: Violations of the dress code will be taken seriously. After the first warning and the expectation that students receive replacement clothing in return for their cellphone or clothing item replaced, it should be clear that this type of attire is not acceptable and more scrutiny of ones’ wardrobe should be considered. If repeated violations of the dress code

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STUDENT VALUABLESStudents are encouraged not to bring items of value to school. Large amounts of money and items such as jewelry, expensive clothing, shoes and electronic equipment are tempting targets for theft. Although GSIS is a Christian school, not all of our students and individuals who pass through our halls are immune to stealing. The school will do its best to assist the student in finding lost or stolen items; however, THE SCHOOL CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE for their safekeeping and WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL VALUABLES.

In the event that a student has to bring a large amount of money to school to pay for school activities for any reason, the student can leave it in the Secondary office with an administrative assistant for safekeeping.

TELEPHONE CALLSOffice or classroom telephones are not to be used for personal student calls. Only in an emergency will students be allowed to be called from class to the office to receive a telephone call from a parent. Office personnel will initiate all calls on behalf of a student seeking permission to leave school. Cellular phones are not to be used in the classrooms during school hours. We will discourage students from phoning parents/guardians from school for trivial reasons. We encourage and ask parents to make arrangements for after school activities that affect the transportation home before the student leaves home that morning or earlier in the week.

a ban on the student’s attendance until reviewed by the principal.

LOCKERSLockers are assigned to each student as a place of securing books and supplies. At the inception of Secondary School, each student will be required to pay a deposit fee of 10,000 won for the lock. Students are welcomed to bring their own personal locks for the locker if they choose. The student will be required to share the combination lock number with the Secondary Administrative Assistants for record keeping in the event that there is need to enter the locker. In the event that the combination lock is unable to be open and school personnel would have to enter the locker with tools, the school will not be responsible for replacing damaged or broken locks.

MONEY AND OTHER VALUABLE ITEMS ARE NOT TO BE LEFT IN LOCKERS, BOTH IN THE MAIN SCHOOL BUILDING AND IN THE LOCKER ROOMS OF THE ATHLETIC COMPLEX, BUT SHOULD BE KEPT ON THE STUDENT’S PERSON. IF FOR SOME REASONS VALUABLES ARE KEPT IN LOCKERS, IT SHOULD BE KEPT LOCKED AT ALL TIMES.

Although the school does have CCTV cameras, such a reality should not take the place of students being responsible for and taking proactive measures to protect their personal belongs.

The security of stored items can only be possible if lockers are properly closed and locked and the padlock combination is kept confidential. All student lockers are the property of GSIS. They are loaned to students to use. Therefore, if there is probable cause, lockers can be subject to a reasonable search at any time. It is the student’s responsibility to keep the lockers neat and clean. The school will issue padlocks for the lockers. Padlocks must be returned at the end of the school year or the student will be required to pay for a replacement lock.

Locker Guidelines1. Students should not switch lockers with another student. If a student uses a locker, it

must be the one to which the student was assigned. Students who violate this rule will be subject to disciplinary action.

2. Students must not share their own locker combination with any other student. This combination is given in confidence. Allowing others – even friends – to know a locker combination is the greatest cause for loss of personal items from lockers.

3. Lockers may be inspected and searched at any time by the administration.

4. Lockers must be kept clean inside and out.

A. Stickers are not allowed on any part of the lockers.

B. Students must not place anything on the outside of their locker.

C. Writing or painting on any part of the locker is prohibited.

5. Students are responsible to pay for any locker damage.

6. Any problems with a locker should be reported to a Secondary Administrative Assistant immediately.

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• Officials are to be treated with the highest regard. Making comments to the officials, directly or indirectly, is not permitted with the exception of the identified captains and coaches.

• Respect your coaches. Listen to them and be willing to learn.• Show respect to other players (whether they have earned it or not) by helping players

up after contact, only directing positive comments to them and shaking hands at the end of the game.

• While watching a game from the bench or elsewhere make only positive comments about your team, the opposing team and officials.

• Attend all practices, be on time and give your best effort at all times.• Be a good ambassador for GSIS and Christ as you compete against other schools.

EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENT ATHLETES:

1. Students involved in athletics must maintain their grades. Academic standing has priority and students must organize their time wisely. If they neglect their work, they will not compete.

2. Students are ambassadors and representatives of GSIS. It is a privilege to participate in co-curricular athletics. Students who do not maintain proper standards of conduct may not be permitted to participate in co-curricular athletic events. Co-curricular student-athletes are examples for others. Because of this, co-curricular student-athletes may not possess, use, sell, deliver or distribute tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, narcotics or any other illegal substance or drug paraphernalia at any time on or off campus. Students who do so will be removed from the co-curricular athletic team. Repeat offenders may lose co-curricular athletic privileges for subsequent seasons based on the decision of the athletic director in consultation with the secondary principal.

3. Students must communicate with their teachers and coaches when they are having academic problems.

4. Students must obtain assignments for classes they will miss because of away games and tournaments in advance and have the work completed prior to departing for the event or ready to turn in immediately upon returning to class.

5. When participating in games away and at home, the same rules of behavior are expected.

6. Team members are expected to stay with the team during all games and tournaments unless they have the expressed permission of the coach.

7. Students must never mislead coaches or sponsors about leaving the area of the event or plans after the event.

8. Students must respect the property of others including the property of non-GSIS students and other school property.

9. A student ejected from a contest shall be ineligible for the next regularly scheduled game or match. A second incident will result in removal from the team for the remainder

Athletic and Co-Curricular Activities

ATHLETIC PROGRAM VERSE: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

(2 Timothy 4: 6 – 8)ATHLETIC MISSION STATEMENT:

The GSIS athletic program provides opportunities in interscholastic competition for participants to grow academically, socially, athletically, emotionally and spiritually, thus ‘Educating the Whole Child”.

ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES PHILOSOPHY AT GSIS:GSIS is dedicated to educating the whole person academically, spiritually, socially, emotionally, and physically. An important part of this education is through the participation of high school students in our activities, athletics and intramural programs. GSIS is committed to developing Christ-like character among our students and encouraging them to develop their God-given abilities to their maximum potential. This will be accomplished through teaching and motivational strategies of coaches and advisors and the support of the administration dedicated to a program that emphasizes Christian character and conduct, teamwork, leadership, skills, excellence, and respect for peers, teammates, and opponents.

It is important for students to choose their athletics and activities commitments very carefully, keeping in mind that universities are most impressed with students who have invested themselves over time and have made long-term commitments to the activity or sport. The ability of a student to give thoughtful reflection to how he or she has contributed to and impacted a group, team, or organization is where learning from and finding value in an activity can be found. Moreover, careful and thoughtful selection and participation in activities is necessary to maintain a healthy balance between academics, activities, athletics, and free time. Indeed, it is truly appropriate for a student not to be involved in activities all of the time.

ATHLETIC PROGRAMGyeonggi Suwon International School “Knights” is establishing a proud tradition of athletic competition. This tradition is based on the dedication of athletes, teaching and motivational abilities of coaches, the support and cooperation of teachers and parents, the financial support of the school board, and the knowledge that God has given us physical gifts and talents to excel. GSIS is a member with Division I of Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference (KAIAC). The “Knights” currently compete in girls’ and boys’ volleyball, cross-country, soccer, swimming and basketball. Many of these sports compete both on the varsity and junior varsity levels.

Sportsmanship is a central part of our sports program and all athletes are expected to play with honor and remember that it is not winning or losing that is important, but how you play the game and the witness you have to other athletes and schools.

SPORTSMANSHIP AT GSIS:• Play hard but fair. Never tackle or challenge with the intent of hurting another player.

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has an overall 2.0 GPA at mid-quarter reports of the following quarter), then the student will become re-eligible for all co-curricular activities on the Monday following the issuance of mid-quarter reports.

4. If a student has not raised his/her average to a passing grade in the subject area in which the “1” was earned, (and has an overall 2.0 GPA at mid-quarter reports of the following quarter), during those first weeks of the quarter, the student will remain ineligible for the remainder of the quarter.

5. A student who ends the fourth quarter of a school year with a GPA below 2.0 or an “1” in any class will be given a “fresh start” the following school year. The student will be eligible for all co-curricular activities at the beginning of the first quarter of the next year.

6. Students who are absent from more than two class periods on the day of an event will not be permitted to participate in school activities on that day. This includes rehearsals and practices. Permission from the school nurse and/or principal may be given in special situations. Students who do not abide by this condition will be suspended from the next game or performance.

7. In consultation with, and on the recommendation of teachers, the principal may decide to deem a student ineligible outside of this time frame for academic or behavioral reasons.

8. Ineligibility may be waived at the discretion of the principal if the activity is a curricular requirement.

CO-CURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY FOR GRADES 6-8Students in grades 6-8 do not follow an eligibility requirement. Students in grades 6-8 are encouraged to be active in co-curricular activities with guidance to help them to develop their skills and balance of curricular and co-curricular expectations. However, their performance will be monitored closely and if it is the case that a student is falling behind in their work or if they are experiencing difficulties meeting behavioral expectations, they may become ineligible to participate in co-curricular activities at the principal’s discretion until improvement in the specific area has been demonstrated.

Many students participate in KAIAC events and other after-school activities throughout the year. Students are expected to do their best in all areas of school, including academic and co-curricular areas.

Coaches/sponsors will:• inform students of their responsibilities to the team or group• provide teachers with rosters and lists of students participating in any co-curricular activity• maintain communication with teachers about students who are participating in a co-

curricular activityTeachers will:

• communicate with sponsors/coaches about student concerns• support students as they participate in co-curricular activities

Students will:• accept the responsibility to communicate with their teachers and coaches/sponsors• understand the guidelines for co-curricular involvement given by coaches/sponsors

(including practice schedules)

of the season.

10. A student with a major injury may attend home games in order to cheer on his/her teammates; however, they are not allowed to travel with the team to away games.

TYPES OF ATHLETIC TEAMS:Varsity & Junior Varsity Teams

1. Teams are made up of the best and most competitive athletes from grades 9 – 12.

2. Players are selected on the basis of ability, readiness, desire and attitude.

3. The head coach determines playing time for individual participants on the basis of the player’s ability and the needs of the team.

4. To earn a varsity letter, a player must participate in at least half of the games or matches during a particular season.

5. Secondary School students (grades 9 – 12 only) may earn varsity letters.

6. Coaching time will vary by ability level.

7. Junior Varsity programs may be offered if and when needed.

ELIGIBILITY (ATHLETIC AND CO-CURRICULAR)GSIS has a large number of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities for Secondary School students. All students participate in the Spiritual Emphasis Week and many of our students participate in vocal and instrumental concerts. The following is a partial list of activities for Secondary School students:

SECONDARY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES (Grades 9-12): Interscholastic Athletics (Volleyball, Tennis, Cross-Country, Basketball, Soccer and Swimming), Praise Team, drama and musicals, Student Council, National Honor Society, Model United Nations, Mission Trips, Prom and Winter Ball.

SECONDARY SCHOOL ACTIVITIES (Grades 6-8): GSIS Secondary School students in grades 6-8 participate in the Korean-American Interscholastic Activities Conference (KAIAC). The grades 6-8 students currently compete in mixed gender volleyball, mixed gender soccer, girls’ and boys’ basketball, cross-country, and swimming.

CO-CURRICULAR ELIGIBILITY FOR GRADES 9-12The following policies apply to students who are actively engaged in Secondary School Activities:

1. Any student with one or more grades of “1” during any marking period (mid-semester report or semester report) is ineligible to perform in the game/event, but may continue to practice/rehearse/meet with for the activity until grades improve. Note: this does not carry over from June to August. Ineligible students but may not perform in the game/event/etc.

2. Any student with three or more grades of “2” will likewise follow the same guidelines stated in the statement #1.

3. If the student earns a passing grade in the subject area in which the “1” was earned, (and

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skills. • Computer skills and content are best presented and evaluated within the context of standard

curriculum areas. • Computers are best used as productivity tools and support for normal classroom work, not

objects of instruction or "stand alone" teaching machines. • A truly integrated educational technology program should minimize the need for a discrete K-

12 computer curriculum.

All Secondary student and parents are required to agree to and sign the GSIS Technology Acceptable Use Contract.

As a member of GSIS’ laptop community I WILL… • never give my password to anyone but GSIS staff and my parents or guardians.• never use anyone else’s password or account unless authorized to do so.• not trespass or manipulate another’s work or files.• never write, send or display messages that are vulgar, offensive or rude.• be respectful, encouraging, and helpful to others.• respond to emails sent by teachers and fellow students.• not use software or have materials on my laptop that would be inappropriate for the GSIS

community. [including wallpaper backgrounds]• not access objectionable sites. (pornography, hate sites)• not copy or distribute school software to use outside school, unless specifically permitted by

the license agreement. • not download files over 1 meg. unless instructed by a teacher or administrator.• not intentionally waste GSIS resources. (downloading non-school related materials, playing

network games in school, downloading internet music or video)• take financial responsibility for repairing damages to the network or to equipment that are

caused by me.• keep a current (one week) copy of my data in my network folder.• not eat or drink near GSIS equipment.• be responsible for repair of damage caused by me to mine or to another person’s laptops. • not install software onto GSIS computers.• pay 100,000 won reinstallation fee per re-installation of Windows if software I install or

changes I make damages my laptop operating system.• only take GSIS hardware or software when authorized by a GSIS faculty or administrator.• not plagiarize or make use of information without giving due credit.• not use or install illegal or pirated software into my computer.• keep the taskbar visible on the bottom of my laptop screen,• not use or take part in instant messenger services unless given permission by a teacher or

administrator.• not make us of online gaming sights during school hours, unless given permission by a

TECHNOLOGYComputers and other computer-based information technologies are an integral part of society, affecting every aspect of our daily lives and being used by individuals from the auto mechanic to the nuclear scientist. These technologies have allowed learning to extend beyond the classroom. In a time when all this is happening so rapidly, the ability and confidence to use information technology is an essential and practical life-skills.

In a technology rich environment, teachers are facilitators and co-learners rather than disseminators of knowledge. At GSIS, we strive to develop an atmosphere where teachers, staff, and students are comfortable using technology for gathering, processing, and communicating information effectively. Technology is an important support system for instruction. It is useful for students with divergent learning styles and can encourage varied creative products. The practical applications of technology need to support other major trends in education such as cooperative learning, whole language, problem solving, and the writing process.

GSIS believes that having students on one common platform is advantageous to the learning environment. We believe the Apple platform provides the most effective tools to accomplish the learning tasks and curriculum at GSIS. As of August 2011, GSIS mandated that all students attending school will be required to have an Apple laptop with Mac OS.

GSIS will provide adequate and equitable access to technology tools so that teachers and students can develop skills in their use. Support systems and training designs will enable each teacher and student to feel comfortable with the level of technology they are using.

We believe that:• Staff & students must be competent users of technology to be effective in the Information Age. • Resource based learning is an essential component of education in the Information Age. • The walls of the classroom disappear and students become part of a worldwide community of

21st Century learners. • Technology can result in greater learning in less time. • Application Active Learning replaces worksheets in a positive way. • Technology can be a powerful tool in helping students to bridge the gap between the abstract and

the concrete. • Learning can be achieved within real time/ real life experiences. • Technology can enable all learners to succeed, according to their preferred learning style. • Technology is humanizing when it lightens some of the drudgery and repetitive tasks often

associated with searching for, learning, organizing, and presenting knowledge. • Students have new ways to "show what they know." Web portfolios allow students to reflect and

demonstrate learning. • The curriculum delivery system should be adjusted constantly to take advantage of rapidly

changing technology. • "It's the teacher, not the technology;" thus, technology implementation can succeed only with

substantial commitments to staff development. • The GSIS curriculum should be supported by technology that has proven to be effective or shows

promise. • Computer programming should be primarily taught to develop critical thinking and problem solving

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others, that are not harmful (physically, financially or otherwise) to others or others’ property, and that are within the law.

Due to the importance of technology, students who do not follow GSIS’s Technology Agreement are held accountable for any violation of this agreement. It is mandatory that all students, parents, faculty and administrators sign this agreement prior to receiving a laptop from or using a laptop computer within GSIS.

Usage is considered from two perspectives - (1) programs and software which, while legal and widely available to the general computing public, may interfere with or otherwise slow access within the school network and (2) programs and software which is either illegal (pirated or in violation of the license agreement) or may otherwise compromise the security, integrity, or privacy of the school network.

I have read and understand the above stated policies and agree to abide by them.

__________________________ ____________________________Signature of Student Signature of Parent/Guardian

_______________ ________________Date Date

GSIS RECOMMENDED LAPTOP CARE• Students should keep a copy of their documents and other important data in their network

folder. This network folder serves as a backup in case something should happen to the laptop.

• Students should keep a minimum of 15% of their hard disk space free (‘C’). This allows the operating system on the computer to operate at maximum efficiency.

• Students should protect their laptops and the GSIS network from damage with a virus protection program. All laptops should have protection with a ‘definition’ less than two weeks old.

• Students are not to open file attachments unless the author names the file in the body of the email message.

• Students should always use a carrying case to transport their laptops from classroom to classroom.

• Students should label their carrying case and component parts.• Students should never load their laptops in book bags filled with heavy texts.• Students should never run with their laptops.• Students should come to school with charged batteries.• Students should always shut down their laptops properly.• Students should never leave CD’s in the CD-ROM Drive when shutting down.• Students should protect their laptops from moisture and condensation [during cold months].

teacher or administrator.• browse and visit websites with the understanding that it is a public event and open and

available for anyone to see.• respect the school and its community by not taking part in hacking, cracking, and virus

related activities.• NOT TAKE PART IN ANY ONLINE BULLYING (through email, social networking sites,

websites, blogs, or any other online form of communication).

GSIS TECHNOLOGY “ACCEPTABLE USE” AGREEMENTThe technology culture at our school helps us accomplish daily a variety of activities and everyday tasks. Students use their laptops in school as an educational tool for research, online textbooks, communication, word and file processing; therefore, participation in the GSIS Laptop Program is mandatory for all grade 6-8 students. This agreement is designed with the following goals in mind:

• Computer usage should be aimed at enhancing student learning and thus laptops should be well-maintained and cared for.

• Computer usage should be a positive experience and not used against another person or entity.

• Computer usage is a privilege, not a right, and that privilege comes with certain responsibilities.

Code of Responsible Computing

Respect for PrivacyI will respect others’ right to privacy. I will only access, look in or use other individuals’, organizations’ or companies’ information on computer or through telecommunications if I have the permission of the individual, organization or company who owns the information.

Respect for PropertyI will respect others’ property. I will only make changes to or delete computer programs, files or information that belong to others, if I have been given permission to do so by the person, organization or company who owns the program, file or information.

Respect for OwnershipI will respect others’ rights to ownership and to earn a living for their work. I will only use computer software, files or information which I own or which I have been given permission to borrow. I will only use software programs, which have been paid for or are in the public domain. I will only make a backup copy of computer programs I have purchased or written and will only use it if my original program is damaged. I will only make copies of computer files and information that I own or have written. I will only sell computer programs that I have written or have been authorized to sell by the author. I will pay the developer or publisher for any shareware programs I decide to use.

Respect for Others and the LawI will only use computers, software and related technologies for purposes that are beneficial to

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school faculty, students and parents. We understand that the mother-tongue of a child serves as the foundation on which English proficiency is built. We are committed to enabling students to continue to increase literacy and proficiency in their mother-tongue language. As English is the language of instruction at GSIS we provide extensive opportunities for students’ meaningful social and academic interaction in English. English is used as students’ primary means of academic and social communication in school buildings and classrooms. We promote the ability to code-switch from one language to another, according to the situation or need. Outside of the buildings and in recreational areas, students are expected to model inclusion and use English to communicate when the group of speakers includes more than one language. Thoughtful and reflective language usage also includes:• Using a primary language in any class where the teacher gives permission, so that the

student may better understand instructions or a concept.• Speaking and practicing a world language when it directly relates to academic world

language instruction or study programs.• Using another language in an emergency or life-threatening situation.

SUPPORT FOR LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION The school community strives to provide a nurturing environment for each individual student. The language profile of each student is determined by a variety of assessments upon admission. The faculty chooses effective strategies to ensure that each child continues to make progress in the achievement of English proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and viewing. ESL specialists use a range of methods in the elementary and secondary school divisions to assist students in the acquisition of the skills they need to access the curriculum and to be socially involved in all the school’s programs. In the elementary school, ESL specialists work with students individually and in groups both in and out of the classroom. In the secondary school, students can receive direct instruction in content-based ESL instructional settings. More advanced English learners are enrolled in sheltered instruction classes where the goal is to integrate language and content while infusing socio-cultural awareness. Teachers scaffold instruction to aid student comprehension of content topics and objectives by adjusting their speech and instructional tasks, and by providing appropriate background information and experiences. Primarily, mainstream teachers who have been trained in the use of effective language instruction strategies teach the sheltered instruction classes. Each semester the English language proficiency levels of each student are assessed using a variety of assessment tools. GSIS has maintained an active database documenting each individual’s progress since the school began in 2006. Appropriate placement is a primary goal throughout our school system. Parents are continually informed of their child’s progress through parent workshops, conferences, school grading reports, and Powerschool postings. The elementary and secondary libraries are keys to the success of our language learners. Each library has sections dedicated to fiction and nonfiction in a variety of languages and at different reading levels. The school subscribes to a variety of databases and hosts software that enable the students at any grade level to research at home and at school information written at a comprehensible level. Literacy in the language of instruction is supported through the emphasis on individual reading habits.

GSIS LANGUAGE PROGRAMEnglish is the language of instruction and will be the only language used on campus and during school activities, except in world language classes. Recognition of this policy and the expectation that students abide by it with integrity is meant for the enhancement of student’s language development in English. Students that violate this policy will receive signatures of non-compliance in their student planner. If a student continues to have repeatedly violations of the language use policy, disciplinary actions for non-compliance to school policy will be applied.

GYEONGGI SUWON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL LANGUAGE POLICY

IntroductionStandard B1.20 – The school has a written language policy (including its provision for second-language teaching and mother-tongue language support) that meets the needs of the students

and reflects the principles of the programme.

A Language Policy is an action statement……It is concerned less with where the students in a school are going, and more with how they are going to get there.

Language Policy in Schools, David Corson (1999).

PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT Language is a medium of inquiry and central to our student’s intellectual, social and emotional development. Language plays an essential role in all learning areas. Regardless of specialty, all teachers at GSIS are language teachers. Language is seen as involving learning language itself, learning about language and learning through language and it is the major connecting element across the curriculum. GSIS is committed to the development of additional languages for our students, as we strongly believe that this aids in the development of intercultural awareness and open-mindedness. In an environment where many different languages are used we believe that the use of a common language is essential to ensure inclusion for all and to enhance understanding of the many different cultures represented. LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION Our goal and commitment at GSIS is to produce positive contributing and academically capable students with ongoing language development. In relation to language acquisition, we recognize these basic principles:

• Language has purpose and function and is acquired through meaningful use and interaction.

• Language and culture are interrelated; to learn language is to learn culture.• Language varies and changes according to person, situation, purpose, and needs of

language users. • Native language proficiency contributes to social and academic second language

acquisition. Language development and use is a complex process, with shared responsibility among

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contributing global citizens equipped to lead lives of integrity and to exert influence for Christ. ADMISSIONS TESTING AND REQUIREMENTS

General Gyeonggi Suwon International School welcomes students representing diverse languages and cultures. The school is committed to appropriately placing students in programs where they will be able to comprehend the language of instruction (LoI) and a 2nd or additional language to experience success. It is necessary to complete all sections of the Home Language Survey and the Educational Background section. Initially, all applicants complete diagnostic reading, math, and writing assessments. If a student scores two or more grade levels lower on the reading comprehension assessment than his/her targeted entry grade level, he/she is referred to the ESL department for additional English language diagnostic assessment to ensure accurate placement. Emphasis is placed on the academic reading evaluation; this is the primary indicator of the student’s probability of success in the academic class. Prospective students requesting ESL services will need to plan to return to GSIS for a second day of diagnostic assessment. ESL Diagnostic Assessment The ESL coordinator reviews the home language survey, the educational background information, the transcripts, and the initial reading, math, and writing assessment results. At this point, an ESL examiner conducts an informal interview with the applicant to begin informally to assess the oral proficiency levels of speaking and listening. Next, a trained ESL specialist will administer an age-appropriate oral assessment. Based on the results of the individualized oral test, the student will be scheduled for additional ESL assessments to evaluate English grammar, reading, and writing skills. GSIS Secondary School ESL Program Placement Ninth and tenth grade students who demonstrate English language skills at Level 3 or Level 4 will be enrolled in ESL Reading 9 or 10, ESL Writing 9 or 10, sheltered English 9 or 10 and other sheltered instruction courses in science and social studies. Students who demonstrate English language skills at Level 5 will be placed in mainstream courses and monitored for two semesters by the ESL department for consistent progress in English language proficiency. In some cases, highly motivated ELLs at Level 4 may be placed in some mainstream classes with teacher, ESL coordinator, and administrator recommendations.

ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES The majority of students from K-10 will study an additional language, while students who enter the Middle Years Programme with low levels of English (LoI) will receive specific ESL/Sheltered instruction that will enable them to study English as their Language A and Korean (or Mother-tongue where applicable) as their Language B.

MOTHER-TONGUE SUPPORT GSIS will develop a language profile for students moving from 5th into 6th (Year 1 of the MYP) GSIS will develop a language profile for students moving from 5th into 6th (Year 1 of the MYP) grade and also for students entering into all years of the MYP from different schools/countries. To develop these profiles we will administer a language proficiency test similar to our current English language proficiency test that is used as part of our admissions process. Results from these tests will enable our students to be placed in 2nd language or Mother-tongue classes at the appropriate level. Students who fall into the ESL category (2 or more grade levels behind) in their Mother-tongue will automatically be placed into their Mother-tongue language class at the beginning level - Korean, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese at GSIS. Students whose Mother-tongue is not formally offered at the school will have the option to be “......registered in one Language B, and a language programme approved by the IBO as a suitable replacement for a language A course.” (MYP Second-language Acquisition and Mother-tongue Development: A guide for schools, 2004). Mother-tongue will be also be supported through the provision of library resources. The library will purchase Mother-tongue translations of popular texts, as well as popular host-culture authors in both English and the host country language. The library will make a commitment to develop and grow an international section that contains well-known authors from various nationalities, as well as a range of popular texts in a variety of languages. The school will also endeavor to establish links with embassies in Seoul in an effort to procure resources such as books, magazines, and journals that can be loaned to the library for use by our school community.

LANGUAGE ACROSS THE CURRICULUM The components of the standards-based curriculum design, implementation and assessment at GSIS are the collaborative responsibility of all the members of the learning community. Our curriculum is continually evaluated and revised from the learner’s perspective to ensure that our students are challenged at appropriate academic and developmental levels to prepare them for success in university and in the twenty-first century as described in our Expected Student Learning Results (which is the IB learner profile.) The dynamic and rigorous curriculum at GSIS is designed to kindle a passion for inquiry, to recognize diverse intellectual talents, to seek areas of service and to cultivate a Christian worldview. We believe that our students experience individual achievement most effectively in a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Our PreK-12 educational plan is a continuum of carefully designed, standards-based courses in which students are introduced to and guided through to master the skills and attitudes of specific learning goals. Our comprehensive curricular and co-curricular learning experiences are responsive to the intellectual, physical, social and spiritual development of each student. The efforts of our total GSIS learning community focus on the development of productive,

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love comes from God and those who are loving and kind show that they are the children of God, and that they are getting to know Him better.” (I John 4:7 LB) Loving others first is not a character trait that comes easily to us. Our first desire is to put ourselves first. We must constantly strive to “practice” loving one another and to put the needs and well-being of others first.

We expect students to meet the following standards:

• to observe Biblical morality in all relationships, words, and deeds. “Now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light, for the fruit of light consists of all goodness, righteousness and truth.” (Eph 5:8-9)

• to act with integrity. “I know my God that you test the heart and are pleased with integrity.” (I Chron. 29:7)

• to practice self-control. “Live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age.” (Titus 2:12)

• to preserve personal purity. “Keep yourself pure.” (I Tim. 5:22) • to approach the school and its program with a positive Christian attitude and refrain

from negativism either in action, word, or appearance. “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy, think about such things.” (Phil 4:8)

• to respond properly to the authority of the home and school. “Obey your leaders and submit to their authority.” (Heb. 13:17)

• to regard others with courtesy. “So in everything do to others what you would have them do to you.” (Matt. 7:12)

In the event that an administrator finds mitigating or aggravating circumstances to justify a different consequence for discipline, he or she shall so specify the circumstances in his/her Letter of Disciplinary Action to the Head of School. Repeated violations to the Code of Conduct shall be considered an aggravating and disruptive factor and may result in consequences beyond the recommended, printed actions with a behavior contract signed by the Principal, Assistant Principals, Guidance Counselor, Parents and Witnessing Secondary Administrative Assistant from the Secondary Office. With the aforementioned circumstances, the administrator is granted the authority to exercise his/her good judgment to apply a greater or lesser consequence than those specified herein.

GSIS School-wide Behavior Management Plan

SCHOOL-WIDE BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT PLAN PHILOSOPHY:The school community, including students, parents, teachers, administration and others must work together to create and maintain a safe and supportive environment that promotes teaching, learning and student responsibility. Our school-wide behavior management plan is in alignment with the GSIS Mission Statement and Educational Philosophy.

Monitoring, addressing and enforcing student behavior is the responsibility of each and every

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT PLANIt is the desire of Gyeonggi Suwon International School to provide each student with the educational environment, quality instruction and learning opportunities that promote classroom success, personal growth and responsible citizenship. To effectively achieve these educational objectives there needs to be a cooperative effort between the student, school, and parent. Therefore, the GSIS staff will follow a discipline policy that establishes clear and specific principles regarding school standards for student behavior. Students from different countries and cultural backgrounds are welcomed and included as they study, participate in activities, and socialize together in an atmosphere of Christian love, harmony, respect, and understanding. GSIS is dedicated to developing young people of Christian character and integrity. Our faculty and staff promote a loving, positive attitude toward disciplining the students in our care. We believe that discipline means to direct or change a person’s behavior in an effective and non-degrading manner. Discipline is a process; therefore, our goal is to help students conduct themselves at all times in a manner becoming of a Christian.

GSIS recognizes that while Scriptures do not provide specific teaching regarding all social practices, they do advocate self-restraint from doing any behaviors that would be harmful (1 Corinthians 6:19) or offensive to others (1 Corinthians 8:9). Christian conduct is expected of students at all times (both on and off campus). As we commit ourselves to a code of conduct that glorifies the Lord no matter where we are, it will benefit others as well as ourselves. Within the school setting there are certain character traits, which please God and promote positive relationships. Those traits are:

1. Courtesy “Finally, all of you live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, live as brothers, be compassionate and humble.” (I Peter 3:8, NIV) Our actions and our speech quickly convey to others the factors, which motivate us in our relationships. We must daily practice being courteous to those we associate with, and go out of our way to live in harmony with them. Simple actions and words can go a long way to express our love and concern for others. Our desire to be courteous is also a desire to show respect for those that God has placed in a position of leadership or authority over us.

2. Self-Control “Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.” (Phil 4:5, NIV) The quality of our school community is largely affected by our desire to practice moderation in our behavior. We function best in a calm, safe environment. We must constantly recognize that our failure to practice moderation in words, actions, and lifestyle, impacts the success of those around us. Practicing self-control as a student body will create an environment that is conducive to learning.

3. Integrity “The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out.” (Prov. 10:9 NIV) A school environment that is based on integrity provides a setting of peace and trust. We must maintain a school that is based on honesty of words and actions. Our actions must always be open to public scrutiny.

4. Love Respect for Others Others “Dear friends, let us practice loving each other, for

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employee on the GSIS faculty and staff. Individually and collectively we teach appropriate behaviors and expectations, monitor our students’ success in carrying out those expectations and provide opportunities for students to correct their misbehaviors when necessary. Classroom specialist teachers will create, teach and implement their own classroom management plan that is in line with our school’s philosophy of education. Teachers will communicate and provide copies of their classroom management plan to the principal, parents and students so that everyone knows their expectations. The principal may be included as a step in the progression of consequences for an individual teacher’s plans. Clear communication between the classroom teachers and the principal is necessary so that student behaviors are taught, monitored and appropriately maintained by the students.

The School-Wide Management plan is designed to support teachers in their efforts within their classrooms, serve as a support system in the execution and delivery of their instructional plans and serves to maintain appropriate student behaviors in the common areas around the school campus. BUS BEHAVIOR POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS:GSIS provides transportation for day students that have paid a bus fee. The normal buses depart at 3:20 P.M. The late buses run at 4:45 P.M. and 5:45 P.M.; however, during the Varsity Athletic seasons, a later bus will be provided that will leave at the conclusion of practice and/or matches. Secondary School students are expected to leave the school premises at the end of the school day to return home on the 3:20 P.M. bus or on one of the two late buses designated for late pick-up. If a student is involved with a teacher supervised activity, they must sign up for a late bus before the end of the school day. If a student does not take the 3:20 P.M. bus and does not sign up for a late bus, then the expectation is that the student will make his or her own arrangements to return home.

For reasons of safety, courtesy and protection of equipment, students who do not abide by the rules and are disorderly on the bus will be unable to use the GSIS busing services. Parents should contact the Secondary School Office for bus schedules and routes. Bus fees must be paid with tuition fees and kept current throughout the year. GSIS is not liable for injuries or loss of property that may result from a school bus accident or related damage. The contracting bus company shall solely be liable for all injuries and loss of property. Parents choosing to utilize the bus service enter into a contract with the bus company. As an added measure of protection, the school has installed video cameras on board all of its buses to monitor behavior.

The following are the Bus Conduct Rules:1. The bus driver must be respected at all times and students must follow his instructions

during routine and emergency situations.2. SEAT BELTS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES.3. Objects should never be thrown in the bus or out of the bus windows.4. No part of a student’s body (arms, head, legs, etc.) should be held out of an open window

at any time.5. If food or drink is brought on the bus, the garbage or waste must be disposed of properly

in the bus waste can and not thrown on the floor or out of the window. Care must be taken to clean up and not leave wrappers or cans on the floor, in seat pockets, or on seats. Students will be required to clean up any messes they make on the bus.

6. A student must not move from seat to seat while the bus is moving. Once a student takes the seat, he/she must remain in that seat until the destination is reached or an adult instructs the student to move.

7. Students must remain in their seats until the bus comes to a full stop before disembarking.8. Always maintain a sitting position facing forward while the bus is moving. Do not kneel

or stand on the seats.9. Students must not use or play with sharp objects while riding the bus. The upholstery

of the bus should not be damaged or marked on in any way. It may be necessary to bill parents for any damage their child may have caused to the bus.

10.Loud talking or shouting is not permitted on the bus.11.Profanity, smoking, use of alcohol or drugs is absolutely forbidden on the bus or while

waiting at the bus stop.12.If the driver, principal, or teacher monitor assigns seats in a bus, then those seats only

must be utilized.13.Stereos and radios without earphones will not be permitted, or used, on the school buses.

In addition, students will not touch the bus radio or stereo without permission.14.If the teacher monitor or driver reports a child to the office for misconduct the student’s

bus riding privileges may be suspended for a period of time.15.Students should be extremely careful when walking behind the buses and should never

be near the buses as they back up.16.If a student, that does not normally ride the bus, is riding home with a friend, he/she needs

to bring a note from a parent, to the office to be signed by the principal or secretary. The student will only be allowed to ride the bus if there is room. Students that normally ride that bus must be accommodated first.

CAFETERIA, HALLWAY, RECESS & CHAPEL BEHAVIOR POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Cafeteria Rules:1. Walk into the lunchroom and join the lunch lines without pushing 2. Use manners, such as: (Please…, Thank you…May I please have some more…etc.)3. Take only food that will be eaten. Eat the food taken. Don’t waste it.4. Clear the table and do not leave excess food spills or garbage from your lunch on the

table.5. Food is to be eaten in the lunchroom, not on the playground.6. Students are only allowed to exit the cafeteria for recess if the supervising teacher is in

place.7. During recess, students are only allowed to be in the cafeteria, library, amphitheater,

soccer field, or the gym and student lounge when supervisors open it for students

Recess Rules:1. Remain within the boundaries of the school recess areas as defined at the beginning of

the year.2. Refrain from physically hurtful behaviors towards students during play and engagement.3. Be respectful and safe at all times with students.4. When the bell rings to change classes, stop activity immediately, gather equipment and

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proceed to your next class.5. Students are not allowed to use “hard balls” while participating in baseball or similar

activities. Only approved softer balls can be used.

Walking between classes: 1. Students should busy themselves with moving from one class to the next and using

lockers to store items without wasting time.2. Students should refrain from pushing and shoving or any types of horseplay in the hallway

that would cause confrontations.3. Students should refrain from standing in the center of the hallway blocking traffic of other

students moving to their next destination.4. Adult supervision will help maintain safety and appropriate behaviors.

Chapel/Assembly Rules:1. When released from class, students should walk quickly to chapel, enter quietly and sit in

their area designated by the teacher.2. Participate appropriately whether listening, singing, standing, praying, or clapping.3. Refrain from sleeping and being a distraction to those sitting around you.4. Follow the instructions of your homeroom teacher without confrontations if asked to move,

pay attention, etc.

LANGUAGE USE A large percentage of the student population at GSIS is ethnically Korean, and a deciding factor for families joining our school community is the desire for the students to become proficient in the language of instruction, English. To be a successful participant and contributor, students will be required to use English (or the LoI for World Languages) with their teachers and peers in the classroom. GSIS encourages an English-speaking environment while at the same time fostering additive bilingualism through the promotion of awareness of one’s environment and use of the language that is most inclusive and appropriate for any given situation. The success of this incorporates the use of positive and negative consequences for using language that is inappropriate and/or exclusive and does not promote intercultural awareness.

Rationale for a Language Use Policy• To help students prepare for college and university in English speaking countries• To reinforce the language of instruction• To ensure clear communication and understanding with and by students in the classroom• To encourage inclusiveness of all students via a common social language• To provide an environment where appropriate language and behavior is reflected and a

safe and healthy community is maintained

Teacher responsibilities:• Talk with each student they hear speaking a language other than English to explain the

importance of following the LUP, and ensuring that the student knows that this instance will be recorded as an official infringement

• If a teacher experiences a student that is not compliant with the Language Use Policy or in the true effort of promoting the English only environment established at GSIS, the teacher should request the student planner to sign and date one of the LUP boxes in the back of their planner.

• Exercise understanding and empathy when implementing the policy – sometimes a conversation can be more productive than a punitive punishment

PROFANE LANGUAGEProfane or obscene words or gestures in any language is unacceptable and will be applied in accordance with the Language Use Policy violation. As a Christian community, this type of language is not conducive to our school environment and will not be permitted on school grounds, on the bus, on clothing, or at any school-sponsored activity.

BULLYINGAll forms of bullying are prohibited, including cyber bullying. Cyber-bullying involves the use of information and communication technologies such as email, cell phone and pager text messages, instant messaging, defamatory personal Web sites, and defamatory online personal polling Web sites, to support deliberate repeated, and hostile behavior by an individual or group, that is intended to harm others.

All reports of bullying are to be handled by the administrative staff in an expedient and timely manner. When necessary, appropriate disciplinary actions are to be taken and reports are to be written on the activities and actions taken. Parents/guardians are to be contacted by phone, letter, or in person. All incidents are to be written and copies of said incidents are to be forwarded to the Head of School. Disciplinary action may include suspension.

SEARCH AND SEIZUREGSIS is a private school, which has a right to conduct a reasonable search of student’s person or his/her property or locker. GSIS will attempt to protect the student’s rights by searching only when and where there is “probable cause” and in the presence of the student and at least one other staff member. A reasonable search will be conducted to ascertain whether the student is or has been in possession of stolen property or materials that are restricted from the campus. The school reserves the right to seize or take possession of any and all restricted materials found during the reasonable search.

DISCIPLINE & INFRACTIONSDISCIPLINE INFRACTIONS and VIOLATIONS OF THE CODE OF CONDUCTThe following rules for conduct apply to all students and violation of the rules will result in consequences as described below. In appropriate circumstances, the administrator is granted the authority to exercise his/her good judgment and apply a greater or lesser consequence than those stated here.

TYPES OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS• Call home to parents• After school detention with teacher

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• Conference with parents• After school detention with an Administrator• In school suspension (ISS)• Out of school suspension (OSS)• Long-term suspension• Indefinite suspension• Expulsion

A student may be dismissed for OSS or ISS on the day of investigation or it could begin the next day after the investigation. Parents will be notified of general details surrounding the violation immediately and asked to come to school in the event that a suspension is warranted or given. Once the full investigation is completed, parents will be given details of the violations in depth and how disciplinary actions will be given. Students that have to serve any type of suspension will have no academic penalty other than what is inherent in any excused absence. See regulations regarding excused absences in the attendance section of the planner.

Students that are given disciplinary actions that result in suspension that result from alcohol, drug, weapons, integrity violations and other disciplinary violations deemed in conflict with character standards, will forfeit their position or membership with or in co-curricular programs, clubs or athletic teams.

Acts or behaviors, which are deemed disruptive to the general learning environment.

Disruption of classDress CodeDisruptive and inappropriate behavior on campus or school-sponsored eventElectronic DevicesFailure to serve a detentionFlagrant Tardy (more than 5 minutes late to class)Lying/DishonestyObscene/profane languageUnexcused tardiness to classSleeping in Class

Up to Out-of-School Suspension (OSS)

Non-compliancePossession of printed or audio-visual pornographyUnauthorized leaving of school groundsViolation of bus rules

Up to OSS

Acts of assault, threat of violence, intimidation, hazing, or extortion of individual students or adults.

NON-COMPLIANCE POLICYNon-compliance refers to behaviors that show no effort to follow and abide by the expectations of the classroom teacher and the school. If a teacher has followed the steps of their classroom behavior management plan, yet the non-compliant behavior continues, then the administration may become involved in addressing the non-compliant behavior.

Up to OSS

VIOLENT PHYSICAL ASSAULT UPON AN ADULT OR STUDENT, HAZING, OR THREAT OF ASSAULT AGAINST AN ADULT OR STUDENT: : Rationale such as “tradition” or “custom” is never a valid excuse for the abuse of individuals under the school’s care. Students shall not threaten younger students, strike younger students, extort from younger students, or in any way create or attempt to create fear from a size or age advantage. Students shall not cause, attempt to cause, or verbally (written or oral) threaten to cause injury or loss of any kind to any student or who have knowledge of such actions or threats and fail to report them at anytime while the student is at school in any school building and on any school premises, attending school-sponsored activities, on or about any school owned or operated vehicle, off-school property at any school-sponsored or school approved activity or function or during any period of time when students are subject to the authority of school personnel and at any time when the student’s behavior has direct and immediate effect on maintaining a quality school environment.

Students shall not cause or attempt to cause physical or bodily harm to any school employee or other adults at any time. Students shall not, through written or oral communications, threaten to cause, cause or attempt to cause harm to any school employee or other adult at any time while a student is at school in any school building and on any school premises, attending school-sponsored activities, on or about any school owned or operated vehicle, off-school property at any school-sponsored or school approved activity or function or during any period of time when students are subject to the authority of school personnel and at any time when the student’s behavior has direct and immediate effect on maintaining a quality school environment.

Up to Expulsion

EXTORTION: Student shall not extort through verbal, written or physical threats, coercion or intimidation anything of value (personal property, money, or information) from any other student or school employee.

Up to 5 Days OSS to Expulsion

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FIGHTING AMONG STUDENTS: Students shall not fight or attempt to cause bodily harm to another student through physical contact. If a student is attempting to involve another student in a fight, the other student should walk away and report it to a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Students who instigate fights will be subject to the same consequences as those who are actually involved in the fighting.

Up to 5 Days OSS to Expulsion

INSULTING, ABUSIVE, HARASSING, PROFANE, OBSCENE, OR SERIOUSLY DISRESPECTFUL WORDS, ACTS OF TOUCHING, GESTURES, SIGNS, VERBAL THREATS OR OTHER ACTS: Students shall respect other students, visitors, school employees and other persons by using appropriate language and behavior at all times. Any action which is insulting, abusive, harassing, profane, obscene or seriously disrespectful and which disrupts the learning process for any student or which demeans or degrades another person is specifically prohibited.

Up to 5 days OSS.

Acts or behaviors, which jeopardize the safety of the student body as a whole.

DISRUPTION OF SCHOOL: (Inciting or Participating in Student Disorder): Students shall not lead or participate in any activity that has as its purpose the disruption of school business or which significantly affects the educational process.

Up to Expulsion.

UNWARRANTED ACTIVATION OF A FIRE OR OTHER ALARM SYSTEM: Students shall not activate any fire or other alarm system unless authorized to do so by school employees or unless there are reasonable grounds to believe that an actual emergency situation exists.

Up to Expulsion

MAKING OR POSSESSING EXPLOSIVE OR INCENDIARY DEVICES: Students shall not possess or ignite firecrackers, explosives, pyrotechnic, incendiary (capable of producing flame or fire) or smoke-creating devices or materials or facsimiles thereof.

Up to Expulsion.

POSSESSION OF A FIREARM, DANGEROUS WEAPON, OR OTHER INSTRUMENT: Students shall not possess or conceal or transport any gun (weapon capable of firing a projectile of any kind) or any gun facsimile, or incidental items relating to firearms use, such as bullets, magazine clips, or any other weapon or other instrument including laser pointers that could cause or that is intended to cause bodily injury or harm to another or misuse otherwise acceptable objects in a manner intended to cause harm to others at any time while a student is at school in any school building and on any school premises, attending school-sponsored activities, on or about any school owned or operated vehicle, off-school property at any school-sponsored or school approved activity or function or during any period of time when students are subject to the authority of school personnel and at any time when the student’s behavior has direct and immediate effect on maintaining a quality school environment.

Up to Expulsion.

Possible Reasonable Search

Treatment Program may be required for re-entry

POSSESSION, USE, SALE, DELIVERY OR DISTRIBUTION OF MARIJUANA, NARCOTICS, STIMULANTS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, AND ANY OTHER UNAUTHORIZED OR ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES OR DRUG PARAPHERNALIA: Students shall not possess, use, sell, transmit, deliver, distribute marijuana, narcotics, stimulants, alcoholic beverages or any other controlled or unauthorized or illegal substances or drug paraphernalia at any time while the student is at school in any school building and on any school premises, attending school-sponsored activities, on or about any school owned or operated vehicle, off school property at any school-sponsored or school approved activity or function or during any period of time when students are subject to the authority of school personnel and at any time when the student’s behavior has direct and immediate effect on maintaining a quality school environment.

Up to Expulsion.

Possible Reasonable Search

NONCOMPLIANCE WITH DIRECTIVES FROM ADMINISTRATORS, TEACHERS, AND OTHER SCHOOL PERSONNEL: Students shall comply with the directions of all administrators, teachers, substitute teachers, counselors, media specialists, teacher assistants, student teachers, coaches, advisors, bus drivers, bus supervisors, and any other authorized school personnel at all times while a student is at school in any school building and on any school premises, attending school sponsored activities, on or about any school owned or operated vehicle, off-school property at any school-sponsored or school approved activity or function or during any period of time when students are subject to the authority of school personnel and at any time when the student’s behavior has direct and immediate effect on maintaining a quality school environment.

Up to 5 days OSS

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USE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS: Students shall not use or possess tobacco products on any school property at any time while a student is at school in any school building and on any school premises, attending school- sponsored activities, on or about any school-owned or operated vehicle, off-school property at any school-sponsored or school approved activity or function or during any period of time when students are subject to the authority of school personnel and at any time when the student’s behavior has direct and immediate effect on maintaining a quality school environment.

Up to 3 days OSS

Possible Reasonable Search

BUS MISBEHAVIOR: Students, at all times while riding a school bus or other school-owned or operated vehicle, shall observe the directives of the school bus driver and/or school bus supervisor. The following conduct is specifically prohibited and may result in revocation of bus privileges: delaying the bus schedule, fighting, smoking, and using profanity or refusing to obey the driver’s instructions, tampering with or willfully damaging the school vehicle, getting off at an unauthorized stop, distracting the driver’s attention by participating in disruptive behavior while the vehicle is in operation, throwing objects from the bus, failing to observe and obey safety regulations, willfully trespassing on a school-owned or operated vehicle, or violating any other Code of Conduct rule while on the school bus. If a violation of this Code also violates other rules; consequences in addition to those listed below may be implemented.

Up to 10 days suspension from bus plus other applicable consequences, depending on infraction

Acts, which violate community trust and jeopardize individual integrity.

ROBBERY, BURGLARY, TAKING or DESTROYING PROPERTY, USING VIOLENCE OR THREAT OF VIOLENCE: Students shall not steal or attempt to steal, damage or destroy property of others using threats of bodily harm.

Up to Expulsion.Possible Reasonable Search

Restitution may be required

THEFT OR DESTRUCTION OF SCHOOL OR PERSONAL PROPERTY: Students shall not steal or attempt to steal or knowingly be in possession of stolen property or intentionally damage or attempt to damage any school or private property while under school jurisdiction. Students shall not vandalize or damage or attempt to damage property belonging to others.

Up to Expulsion.

Possible Reasonable Search

Restitution may be required

FORGING NOTES / DOCUMENTS: Students shall not provide false information to school officials and or parents or guardians with regard to any report card, attendance matter, grades or progress reports, discipline matters or any other school business.

Up to 5 days OSS

GAMBLING: Students shall not engage in any form of games of chance or gambling for money and/or things of value.

Up to 5 days OSS

INAPPROPRIATE INTERPERSONAL BEHAVIOR: Students shall conduct their personal and social relationships according to acceptable community standards. Inappropriate public displays of affection as determined by the faculty will not be allowed.

Up to 3 days OSS

CHEATING/PLAGIARISM: Students shall not engage in any act of deception or falsification of work product. This includes cheating by receiving any unauthorized aid or assistance or the actual giving or receiving of unfair advantage on any form of academic work, plagiarism by copying the language structure, idea and/or thought of another and representing it as one’s own work, and verbal or written statement of untruth.

Up to 3 days OSS

Zero on assignment

Possible reasonable search

Possible notification of universities

ATTENDANCE: Students shall follow the school attendance guidelines and attend classes in a timely and regular fashion.Skipping: Student shall be on campus and in their assigned homeroom and/or their assigned classroom unless they have been authorized to be absent by the principal or his/her designee or unless they have an absence that is excused pursuant to the school attendance guidelines.Unexcused Tardy in Homeroom / and or Assigned Classes or Activities: Students shall not be tardy to homeroom and/or assigned classes or activities.

Detention

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Possible loss of credit for the course

APPEAL OF A DISCIPLINE ACTION

ACTIONS FOR SUSPENSIONTo ensure that every student and parent has been given an adequate opportunity of review of any disciplinary action an appeals process is established.

1. Any teacher or administrative disciplinary action given to a student less than expulsion cannot be appealed.

2. A parent may ask the principal to review a teacher’s disciplinary action.

3. A parent/student may ask to have an out-of-school suspension recommendation of a principal reviewed by the Head of School.

ACTIONS FOR EXPULSIONA recommendation from the Head of School for expulsion may be appealed to the Board of Directors. The guideline for an appeal of an expulsion recommendation follows:1. Parent within five school days of Headmaster’s action should place in writing a notice of

appeal to the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees.2. The Board will schedule a hearing with a quorum of Board of Trustee members no later

than 10 school days after the receipt of the notice of appeal.

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3. The Board will hold an official hearing to hear the parental/student appeal of the administrative recommendation for expulsion and to hear the administrative documentation supporting the appeal.

4. The Board will meet in executive session and render a decision to:a. Uphold the administrative recommendation orb. Overturn the administrative recommendation

5. The Board will notify the parent in writing no more than 5 days after the hearing as to their decision.

It should be noted that the student would remain on extended out-of-school suspension status until the appeal process has been completed.

GRIEVANCE AGAINST A STAFF MEMBER IN REGARD TO HANDLING STUDENT MATTERSIf the parent feels that the employee has violated the professional code of conduct as an educator they may file in writing an employee grievance concern with the employees direct supervisor. Once the grievance has been filed an investigation will occur and a response from the supervisor will be returned in writing within 10 school days upon receipt of the grievance concern.

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June 2014 (4 Days)June 2014 (4 Days)June 2014 (4 Days)June 2014 (4 Days)June 2014 (4 Days)June 2014 (4 Days)June 2014 (4 Days)S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13 14

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No School: Holiday

No School: Parent-Teacher Conference or Teacher In-service

Important School Dates or Events

August Events

7 - First Day of School15 - No School: Liberation Day15 - Teacher In-service22 - Open House

September Events

14-22 - No School: Chuseok19 - Chuseok Day25-27 - US SEW

October Events

2-4 - LS SEW5 - SAT at GSIS8-9 - ISA Testing (Grades 3-8)11 - End of Quarter 1 (42 days)16 - PSAT (Grades 9-11)21-23 - ES SEW24 - No School: Parent-Teacher Conferences25 - No School: Teacher In-service

November Events

2 - SAT at GSIS28-29 - No School: Teacher In-service

December Events

7 - SAT at GSIS13 - End of Quarter 2 (41 days)13 - End of Semester 1 (83 days)14-31 - No School: Christmas

February Events

1-2 - Lunar New Year Holiday

March Events

13 - End of Quarter 3 (44 days)14 - No School: Teacher In-service(KORCOS)20 - Student-Led Conferences andParent-Teacher Conferences22-30 - Spring Break

April Events

18 - No School: Good Friday

June Events

5 - End of Quarter 4 (53 days)5 - End of Semester 2 (97 days)6 - No School 6 - Teacher Workday

180 Instructional Days

January Events

1-5 - No School: New Year25-31 - No School: Lunar New Year31 - Lunar New Year Day

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GSISSCHOOL EVENTS CALENDAR

May Events

3 - SAT at GSIS5-23 - IB DP Exams5 - Elementary: No School Secondary: School Day Teacher In-service for ES28 - Baccalaureate29 - Commencement

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2013-2014 Planner“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways ac-knowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”

Proverbs 3: 5-6

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AUGUSTLead me, Lord, in your righteousness because of my enemies make your way straight before me.

- Psalm 5:8

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AUGUSTLord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the

earth! You have set your glory in the heavens.- Psalm 8:1

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AUGUSTI will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell

of all your wonderful deeds.- Psalm 9:1

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AUGUSTI will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of

your name, O Most High.- Psalm 9:2

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SEPTEMBERThe Lord reigns forever; he has established his throne for

judgment.- Psalm 9:7

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SEPTEMBERHe rules the world in righteousness and judges the

peoples with equity.- Psalm 9:8

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The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble.

- Psalm 9:9

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SEPTEMBERThe Lord is King for ever and ever; the nations will perish

from his land.- Psalm 10:16

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SEPTEMBERI will sing the Lord’s praise, for he has been good to me.

- Psalm 13:6

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2-4 LS SEW5 SAT at GSIS8-9 ISA Testing (Grades

3-8)11 End of First Quarter (42

Days)14 Photo Day (6-11)15 Photo Day (Senior/

Elementary)16 PSAT (Grades 9-11)21-23 ES SEW24 No School: Parent-

Teacher Conferences25 No School: Teacher

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OCTOBERThe Lord examines the righteous, but the wicked, those who love violence, he hates with a passion.

- Psalm 11:5

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OCTOBERFor the Lord s righteous, he loves justice; the upright will

see his face.- Psalm 11:7

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OCTOBERAnd the words of the Lord are flawless, like silver purified in a crucible, like gold refined seven times.

- Psalm 12:6

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OCTOBERYou, Lord, will keep the needy safe and will protect us

forever from the wicked.- Psalm 12:7

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2 SAT at GSIS28-29 No School: Teacher

In-Service

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NOVEMBERThe Lord looks down from heaven on all mankind to see if

there are any who understand, any who seek God.- Psalm 14:2

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NOVEMBEROh, that salvation for Israel would come out of Zion! When the Lord restores his people, let Jacob rejoice and Israel

be glad!- Psalm 14:7

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NOVEMBERThe one whose walk is blameless, who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from their heart,

will never be shaken.- Psalm 15:2

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NOVEMBER...whose tongue utters no slander, who does no wrong to

a neighbor, and casts no slur on others will never be shaken.

- Psalm 15:3

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DECEMBER...who despises a vile person but honors those who fear

the Lord; who keeps an oath even when it hurts, and does not change their mind will never be shaken.

- Psalm 15:4

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DECEMBER...who lends money to the poor without interest;

who does not accept a bribe against the innocent will never be shaken.

- Psalm 15:5

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Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge.- Psalm 16:1

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I say to the Lord, “You are my Lord; apart from you I have no good thing.”- Psalm 16:2

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Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure.

- Psalm 16:5

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JANUARYI will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night my heart

instructs me.- Psalm 16:7

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JANUARYI keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right

hand, I will not be shaken.- Psalm 16:8

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JANUARYI love you, Lord, my strength.

- Psalm 18:1

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The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the

horn of my salvation, my stronghold.- Psalm 18:2

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FEBRUARYTo the faithful you show yourself faithful, to the

blameless you show yourself blameless.- Psalm 18:25

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FEBRUARYTo the pure you show yourself pure, but to the devious

you show yourself shrewd.- Psalm 18:26

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FEBRUARYYou save the humble but bring low those whose eyes

are haughty.- Psalm 18:27

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FEBRUARYYou, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns

my darkness into light.- Psalm 18:28

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13 End of 3rd Quarter (44 Days) 14 No School: Teacher In-Service (KORKOS)20 Student Led Confer-ences and Parent-Teach-er Conferences22-30 Spring Break

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MARCHAs for God, his way is perfect: The Lord’s word is

flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him.- Psalm 18:30

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MARCHThe Lord lives! Praise be to my Rock! Exalted be God

my Savior!- Psalm 18:46

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MARCHTherefore I will praise you, Lord, among the nations; I will

sing the praises of your name.- Psalm 18:49

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The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.

- Psalm 19:1

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MARCHMay he remember all your sacrifices and accept your

burnt offerings.- Psalm 20:3

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APRILThe law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the

simple.- Psalm 19:7

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APRILThe precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the

heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes.

- Psalm 19:8

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APRILMay the Lord answer you when you are in distress; may

the name of the God of Jacob protect you.- Psalm 20:1

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APRILMay he send you help from the sanctuary and grant you

support from Zion.- Psalm 20:2

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MAYMay he give you the desire of your heart and make all

your plans succeed.- Psalm 20:4

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MAYMay we shout for joy over your victory and lift up our

banners in the name of our God.- Psalm 20:5

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MAYBe exalted in your strength, Lord; we will sing and praise

your might.- Psalm 21:13

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MAYDo not be far from me, for trouble is near

and there is no one to help.- Psalm 22:11

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5 End of the 4th Quarter (53 Days)

5 End of 2nd Semester (97 Days)

6: No School: Teacher Workday

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JUNEYou who fear the Lord, praise him! All you descendants of Jacob, honor him! Revere him, all you descendants of

Israel!- Psalm 22:23

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Student Discipline Card

Quarter: 1

Tardy Homework Laptop Misuse

Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention

Teacher: Please e-mail Ms. Brown or a Vice Principal if you sign the 5th box.

Non-Compliance

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Student Discipline Card

Name: Quarter: 2

Tardy Homework Laptop Misuse

Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention

Teacher: Please e-mail Ms. Brown or a Vice Principal if you sign the 4th box.

Non-Compliance

Student Discipline Card

Name: Quarter: 3

Tardy Homework Laptop Misuse

Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention

Teacher: Please e-mail Ms. Brown or a Vice Principal if you sign the 4th box.

Non-Compliance

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Student Discipline Card

Name: Quarter: 4

Tardy Homework Laptop Misuse

Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention Detention

Teacher: Please e-mail Ms. Brown or a Vice Principal if you sign the 3rd box.

Non-Compliance

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Date Time Location Teacher Initials

Student Hall Pass

Name: Quarter: 1

Date Time Location Teacher Initials

Student Hall Pass

Name: Quarter: 2

( Nurse, Restroom, Locker, Personal Needs) ( Nurse, Restroom, Locker, Personal Needs)

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Date Time Location Teacher Initials

Student Hall Pass

Name: Quarter: 3

Date Time Location Teacher Initials

Student Hall Pass

Name: Quarter: 4

( Nurse, Restroom, Locker, Personal Needs) ( Nurse, Restroom, Locker, Personal Needs)

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STUDY HALL PASSName:

Date & Time FROM TO Tchr. Signat. FROM TO Tchr. Signat. FROM TO Tchr. Signat. FROM TO Tchr. Signat.

• Study hall passes are only to be used during the students study hall time.• Students must always first check into their study hall, get box signed, then go to desired teachers room for additional help.

(Only to be used during study hall if a student wants to move to a different location)

Date & Time

Date & Time

Date & Time

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Gyeonggi Suwon Internaitonal School451 Yeongtong-Ro, Yeongtong-Gu • Suwon City, Gyeonggi Do • Republic of Korea 443-808

Phone: (+82) (0) 31.695.2800 • Fax: (+82) (0) 31.205.5732 • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.gsis.sc.kr