FEYDEY International "Go Beyond with Confidence"
35 Route de Belvedere, CH-1854 Leysin, Switzerland
Middle & High School office: + 41 24 477 6000
Registered Trade Mark GSE® (Global Secondary Education)
Dear Students and Parents, On behalf of the faculty, staff and student council, I am pleased to welcome new and returning students to
FEYDEY International for the 2020-2021 school year. We intend to make the student experience at
FEYDEY International a positive one by striving to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment while preparing students to excel in post-secondary education and careers.
This handbook is arranged to answer questions you might have and to provide clear information regarding expectations for student conduct at
FEYDEY International. Please read this handbook carefully so that you are aware of school policies and procedures.
By under-standing and complying with these policies and procedures, students will enjoy an environment designed to promote the greatest academic success. Please call the school if you have questions, concerns or successes you would like to share with us. We will be happy to assist you at any time.
Sincerely,
George Makhviladze
President
General Information Motto "Go Beyond with Confidence" Mission Statement Our mission is to provide students with an education that maximises the realisation of their individual talents, enables them to be ready for careers, prepares them for success in a technology and information driven 21st Century economy and delivers a perfect and modern learning model for education and career development.
Vision Statement Our intention is to foster self-improvement without sacrificing self-identity; to reach for the stars without losing touch with our essential selves; to transcend the boundaries of current thinking, and to tap into the wisdom of previous generations, thus maximising the potential of our students through the creation of powerful educational systems. Beliefs Student learning should be the chief priority for all FEYDEY staff members.
A safe, supportive environment based on positive relationships and mutual respect promotes student learning and self-esteem.
Each student should be provided with a variety of instructional approaches that reflect an individualised and personalised learning, individual's unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
The commitment to continuous improvement is imperative to empower students to be confident, self-directed members of society.
The community, parents, school staff, and students share the responsibility for advancing the FEYDEY mission.
Education continues to play a vital role in the life and future success of every young person. To succeed in today's global society, the modern international student has an advantage, having already lived a lifestyle of learning, developing and growing in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment. Recognising these advantages, international educational opportunities have become the highest priority for parents.
FEYDEY will offer to families an exclusively designed, high quality academic program, to insure that Middle and High school students master their core curriculum, think critically, analytically and can solve complex problems.
FEYDEY Board of Trustees The Legislature of the FEYDEY International delegates to the Board responsibility for the conduct and governance of Middle & High schools.
Members of Board of Trustees CEO & President -
Mr. George Makhviladze (Georgia)
Chairperson -
Mr. Brian Rikley (Swedish)
Vice-Chairperson -
Mr. Nikolas Tranter (UK)
Building / Residence -
Mr. Julien Murgatroyd (France)
Marketing / Customer relations -
Mrs. Ashley Beguelin (Switzerland)
What to Bring with you Location Situated just ninety minutes from Geneva and perched on a beautiful Swiss mountain top, the village of Leysin provides an ideal and inspiring location for deep learning and reflection.
The Swiss Alpine Centre can accommodate up to 250 students and offers a wide range of in-house facilities. This include classrooms, a library, computer labs, meeting rooms, a large and well-equipped theatre, a dance studio, a fitness room and internet café, a tuck-shop, an arts & crafts room, a climbing wall and common rooms with table tennis, football, TV and board games.
Along with the picturesque mountain setting, the village of Leysin has an impressive range of first-class leisure facilities accessible by an efficient and sophisticated local infrastructure. These include ski and snowboarding slopes, mountain bike and hiking routs, two modern, well-equipped sports centres with a multi-sports indoor hall, indoor swimming pool, full size ice-skating rink, tennis courts (carpet and clay), mini-golf course, squash courts, football pitch, mountain hut, archery range, climbing range, basketball and beach volleyball courts, fitness gym and climbing walls. Trekking and adventure trails, a natural rock-climbing training area, cycling paths, a campfire area, river-rafting and welcoming mountain huts for overnight stays are available to more adventurously inclined students.
Everyday items (Please remember that in Leysin the weather can change dramatically all through the year) - Free time clothes to last at least one week (laundry available) and appropriate for all kinds of weather. From hot summer to cold winter.
- Appropriate footwear for walking in a mountain village in the heat, cold, rain and snow.
- Headwear for sun protection and warmth.
- Toiletry bag and enough toiletries to last the first week.
- Phone, Computer and appropriate chargers.
- Towels and Washcloths (bed linens are provided)
- Hair dryer (220v)
- Umbrella
- Book bag
- Musical instruments (These may be brought from home, rented or purchased locally. Musical instruments are not included in the price of private instruction and are not provided by FEYDEY.)
Extra-Curricular and Activities clothing/Equipment
All students take part in various extra-curricular activities.
Proper clothing and equipment is essential for both comfort and safety when participating in everything from indoor sports to outdoor adventures to even cultural trips.
Please be sure to bring or be prepared to purchase adequate (more than one set) of appropriate clothing and equipment for specific indoor and outdoor sporting and cultural activities.
Ski / Snowboarding clothing and equipment All Students MUST wear helmets and approved outdoor ski/snowboard apparel.Ski/Snowboard equipment may be brought from home, however must be in proper, safe condition. There is also the opportunity to rent quality equipment at a discounted rate in Leysin. Leysin Feydey winter activity jackets must also be worn at all times while skiing or snowboarding and can be purchased at at the school.
Living at FEYDEY SUPERVISION Swiss Alpine Center and Club House are two dormitory buildings where FEYDEY students are accommodated.
Students are under supervision 24/7. 7:30am to 9:30pm at school and 9:30pm to 7:30am at residence.
Boys and girls are accommodated on different flours and / or differ t wings of residence.
ROOM ASSIGNMENTS The assignment process is complex and involves factors such as:
- sex
- grade
- seniority
- Native language
- the student's length of stay at the school
ROOMMATES Some students may never have shared a room before and this is an exciting opportunity to learn about others and themselves, forming bonds, memories and friendships that can last a lifetime.
It is important to arrive at Feydey with the desire and willingness to share living spaces and common areas; to be open to discovering new personalities, cultures and ways of living. The understanding and cooperation that communal living asks of our students is an important part of their self-discovery, independence and confidence building. A student arriving at Feydey with an open mind and a readiness to understand different situations will enhance the educational value of the experience immeasurably.
ROOMS Students will receive their rooms in a clean and proper state, together with their room mate they are responsible for any damage done to the room through wilful or negligent actions, the following rules apply to rooms.
- Rooms are private no one is to enter someone else's room without inhabitants express invitation.
- There is to be no cooking in rooms.
- No open flames or burning of anything.
- Boys and Girls are not allowed in each other's rooms.
- Rooms must be quiet after lights out.
- Rooms will be inspected weekly and must be kept tidy.
- The dorm room door must be free from obstruction.
- Nails, tacks, and staples cannot be used on surfaces.
- White Sticky Tack only can be used on white walls.
- Stickers are not allowed on any surface in a room.
LAUNDRY Facilities Each residence building provides laundry facilities with laundry powder free of charge.
Pets Any kind of pets including fish are NOT permitted
Especially for Parents - 10 Simple Suggestions 1. Be involved in your child's academic program of study. Make sure that your child is challenged and taking courses now that will help meet future goals. Using FEYDEY LMS (Learning Management System – Parents account) track students' progress.
2. Get your child involved in a daily activity…but don't overextend! Our research shows that students, who are involved in an activity, club, sport, music, projects etc., are much more likely to have a positive high school experience and get better grades than students who are not involved.
3. Know your child's friends. Research shows that when a student is faced with a critical decision, the influence of peers (positive and negative) and parents/families make the difference.
4. Attend the School's Open House (Even if it is presented online!).
Get acquainted with the school's teachers, principal, and counsellor. Learn about where your child will be attending to show your support and interest in their academic success.
5. Prevent your child from getting lost in the shuffle. Be vigilant in keeping in touch with teachers and checking your child's grades on FEYDEY LMS regularly.
6. Encourage your child to find an adult mentor Research shows that when a student makes positive connections with adults (teachers, guidance counsellors, coaches, etc.), it helps students as they cope with struggles.
7. Remember that all teenagers (including straight-A students) need proper supervision. This supervision includes online supervision and supervision of technology. Remember, good kids make mistakes too. Your child should always know that you love him/her, as well as the expectations you have for him/her. Know where your child is and who they are with all the time.
8. Get to know your child's teachers and guidance counsellor. Stay in positive contact with the teachers and don't be afraid to ask for help. Remember that email is a great tool for quick information, but it's not such a great tool for dealing with more-difficult issues. (We advise to attend monthly live meeting with teachers).
9. Visit your child at list once a year at school Been far from home is big challenge for each child. Developing strong, educated and independent personality, friendly environment, students will be happy to share with parents own achievement and presents success stories.
10. Limit and monitor the media to which your child is exposed. Studies indicate that children, age 8 to 18 years of age are spending on average nearly 4 hours a day in front of a television screen, with almost an additional 2 hours on the computer (outside of schoolwork) and playing video games.
We are ensuring our families that your child at FEYDEY has a wide variety of day and evening activities after classes, such as reading, playing sports, and participating in constructive activities with friends and tutors, that leaves less then 60 minutes free time per day to communicate online with family watch favourite videos or play games online.
6. Encourage your child to find an adult mentor Research shows that when a student makes positive connections with adults (teachers, guidance counsellors, coaches, etc.), it helps students as they cope with struggles.
7. Remember that all teenagers (including straight-A students) need proper supervision. This supervision includes online supervision and supervision of technology. Remember, good kids make mistakes too. Your child should always know that you love him/her, as well as the expectations you have for him/her. Know where your child is and who they are with all the time.
8. Get to know your child's teachers and guidance counsellor. Stay in positive contact with the teachers and don't be afraid to ask for help. Remember that email is a great tool for quick information, but it's not such a great tool for dealing with more-difficult issues. (We advise to attend monthly live meeting with teachers).
9. Visit your child at list once a year at school Been far from home is big challenge for each child. Developing strong, educated and independent personality, friendly environment, students will be happy to share with parents own achievement and presents success stories.
10. Limit and monitor the media to which your child is exposed. Studies indicate that children, age 8 to 18 years of age are spending on average nearly 4 hours a day in front of a television screen, with almost an additional 2 hours on the computer (outside of schoolwork) and playing video games.
We are ensuring our families that your child at FEYDEY has a wide variety of day and evening activities after classes, such as reading, playing sports, and participating in constructive activities with friends and tutors, that leaves less then 60 minutes free time per day to communicate online with family watch favourite videos or play games online.
ACADEMICS Parent and Student Daily Access to students' progress and grades (FEYDEY LMS) Parents are encouraged to stay informed regarding their child's progress. Parents are able to stay up-to-date of their child's progress more than ever before. At FEYDEY we utilize an internet program, FEYDEY LMS, which allows parents to access their child's attendance, schedule, grades, teachers' lesson plans, and more. Parents should regularly check their child's progress to ensure their child's highest academic achievement. A parent can access FEYDEY LMS* by following the link "Sign In" on school website. Admission office will provide to you students and parents personal username and password.
*(LMS – Learning Management System).
They are: - 1.The right to inspect and copy the student's education records.
- 2.The right to request amendment of any records believed to be inaccurate, misleading, irrelevant or improper.
- 3.The right to permit disclosure of personally identifiable information, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
- 4.The right to a copy of any school record proposed to be destroyed or deleted.
- 5.The right to prohibit release of directory information.
- 6.The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the district to comply with the requirements of FERPA.
TRANSFERS
Transfer from FEYDEY Transfer grades as of the last date of enrolment at FEYDEY will be generated. When the student enters another school, the receiving school will request the student's records and will combine, where applicable, the transfer grades with those earned at the new school. Students must officially withdraw through the office and pay any outstanding fees or fines before any records are forwarded. The final decision for grades will rest with the new school.
Transfer to FEYDEY A transfer of credits from any secondary school is subject to a satisfactory examination of the following:
- 1.Appropriate certificates of school accreditation;
- 2.Length of course, school day, and school year;
- 3.Content and standard of applicable courses;
- 4.Transcripts for last 3 academic years approved by school. Appropriate evaluation of student performance leading toward credit issuance.
FEYDEY will follow California Department of Education and Common Core Standards, along with local (internal) alternate procedures for earning credit, in reviewing requests for transfer of credits. The principal has authority for approving credit transfers, subject to review by the Board of Trustees.
TESTING POLICY FEYDEY's Middle and High school internal Act requires to adopt challenging academic standards and tests. There are three levels of scores for students testing in mathematics, reading or language arts, science, and English language proficiency as needed. Alternate tests are available for gifted students and students with significant disabilities
Academic tests help school personnel identify strengths and weakness to help improve instruction. The goal is to have all students participate. As a parent, you have the right to request testing information. If you decide you do not want your child to participate in school testing, please contact the Principal to explain why.
SPECIAL EDUCATION All children with disabilities can join academic year at FEYDEY through distance learning. FEYDEY LMS allow students with special needs have individualised and personalised distance learning online and live tutoring. Each student that qualifies for special education services will be placed on a FEYDEY Individual Education Plan (FIEP) that addresses the specific needs of that student. Special education students will receive specific assistance as determined during that student's Evaluation Report meeting. The special education program has as its goals: improved success for students in school; the acquisition of lifetime learning skills that will enable students to become successful adults.
INTERVENTION Teachers routinely assess each student in the school to provide targeted interventions in Reading and Math. Student interventions are routinely monitored for fidelity to ensure that students are challenged, making adequate progress, and are prepared for the next grade level and graduation. Interventions include a range of support for students including: academic support, behavioural support and gifted and talented. All interventions are provided by the school at no additional cost to families.
HEALTH & SAFTY Student Medication All medications, prescribed or over the counter, must be delivered to and kept in the school office. The medication must be properly labelled with dates, name of student, medication name, dosage and physician's name. Over the counter medications must be accompanied by a signed note from the parent indicating the proper dosage and use. Authorization forms need to be submitted with the medications to the office. Students are strongly encouraged to take medications before and after school when possible to eliminate the need for school personnel to administer medications.
Students who must take a prescription medication during school hours must do the following:
- 1.Have parents fill out the school's prescription medication form.
- 1.Provide a doctor's or pharmacist's authorization specifying the type, dosage, and purpose of the medication.
- 2.Give the medication to the office where it will be kept in a secure place and made available at the proper time for dosage by a qualified staff member.
- 3.Over the counter medications are not allowed.
All medications must be kept in the office and taken under office supervision.
Students who have a prescription for an asthma inhaler are allowed to carry the inhaler on their persons. Excessive use or improper use will be cause for intervention by staff.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DRILLS To ensure students' safety during an emergency, FEYDEY regularly and routinely practices emergency drills. Students are to move quietly, quickly and calmly, leaving all books and materials behind. Students are to remain with their classroom teacher after exiting the building for roll call during the drill. Students should keep a safe distance away from buildings until instructed by their teacher to return to class.
The steps for how teachers respond during each of the emergency drills are as follows:
Fire - Check hallways for clear escape route.
- Immediately evacuate using the nearest available marked exits away from the hazard.
- Check that everyone is out of the room
- Close, but do not lock the door.
- Proceed with your class to assigned locations.
Evacuation - Check hallways for clear escape route.
- Immediately evacuate using the nearest available marked exits.
- Check that everyone is out of the room.
- Turn off lights.
- Close, but do not lock the door.
- Proceed on foot to Student Meeting Point at Leysin-Feydey station or to assigned buses.
- At the Student Meeting Point take roll & report any missing students to the Principal immediately.
Active Threat - Go into Lockdown if the threat is near (follow lockdown steps below).
If route is clear, follow these steps: - Find a clear escape route.
- Immediately evacuate using the nearest safest exits.
- Lead students to safe place.
- take roll & report any missing students to the Principal immediately.
Lockdown - Lock doors.
- Cover door window if needed.
- Barricade door if needed.
- Turn off lights.
- Move to the centre of the room, or an area where you cannot be seen through the windows.
- Take roll and ensure that all students are together.
- DO NOT respond to a knock/voice at the door.
- Wait for the "All Clear" on PA.
Accidents Students involved in an accident on campus or during a school sponsored activity, no matter how trivial, must fill out an Accident Report Form, which is found in the main office.
Communication Address and Emergency Numbers
Please notify the school if your child's address or phone number changes throughout the course of the year. The name of emergency contacts also needs to be kept current.
Child Custody In most cases, when parents are divorced, legally separated, or have never married, one parent is designated by the court as the custodial parent. If you are the custodial parent, the noncustodial parent has the right to access the child's records, receive any pertinent school information regarding the child, and have contact with the child on school property
unless there is a court order limiting these rights. In this case, you need to give a copy of the court order to the principal to keep in the student's file.
Parent/Student Communication There are times that students and parents need to communicate throughout the course of the school day. If you need to contact your student during the day, please call the office, and if it will not cause a disruption in instructional time, you will be connected to the classroom. If the call is made during instructional time, the office will take a message and have your student call you during a break. If students need to call home, they may ask their teacher for a pass, and then call home from the office phone.
VISITORS We appreciate the presence of parents and visitors and hope that the guidelines below will help make visits to the school beneficial for everyone.
All visitors must check in and check out at the front office and pick up a visitor's pass. This is to ensure the safety of all students and to protect the educational environment.
All visitors must comply with all school safety and security policies, procedures or protocols. School visitors shall not interfere with school operations or delivery of educational services to students.
Parents may drop items or notes for their students in the office. Students will be called to the office to pick up the items for notes at a convenient time.
Parents may request to have their students come to the office when parents need to speak directly to their students. If desired, the school will provide a private location for the conversation.
Parents are encouraged to visit classrooms or to offer their assistance for class projects for field trips or other classroom activities. We request that parents contact teachers and/or the office ahead of time in order to ensure safety and to minimize classroom disruptions. Teachers are not available for unscheduled meetings during class time. If you wish to set up a meeting, please contact the teacher in order to set those up before coming to the school.
In order to create an environment most conducive to learning, students are not allowed to bring visitors to school. Typically these visitors have little to do and can become a distraction to class routine.
FEYDEY encourages visits by parents and community members to the school and school related activities. Visitors must sign in and receive a visitor's pass at the office on entering the school. The visitor must indicate the reason for the visit and should only visit the area authorized by office personnel. Violators of this rule will be considered trespassing.
Head Lice Policy Head lice exist worldwide and are one of life's frustrations. They are not a threat to health and do not carry disease. There is no reason for panic, shame, or embarrassment. They do, however, require persistent treatment to eliminate.
Head lice are most commonly spread with head-to-head contact and our students are instructed throughout the year on how to protect themselves: avoid touching heads or hair of other students inside or outside the classroom and not using other students' combs, brushes, hats, coats and headphones. Performing regular head checks at home help prevent major infestations of head lice. There are a variety of products available for treatment, but the directions must be followed to be effective.
Any school staff member can refer a student to the office for a head check if that student appears to be excessively scratching over the ears or at the base of the neck. If head lice are found, the student's counsellor is called and he/she is sent home (to room) with instructions for treatment. The student may return to school the next day after proper treatment.
When Should a Student Stay Home (in their room)? In most situations the school prefers children to come to school and if they become ill at school, the parent / guardian / counsellor will be notified. However, here are a few guidelines to help parent / guardian / counsellor in deciding when to keep a child from school.
Chickenpox Your child should be kept home (in room) from school from the time you first notice symptoms until all spots are scabbed over.
CONJUNCTIVITIS (Pink Eye) If your child has symptoms of conjunctivitis (red eyes, red swollen eyelids, watery or yellow discharge resulting in crusty eyelids or eyes stuck shut especially upon arising in the morning) you should contact your health care provider. If your child has been diagnosed with conjunctivitis and antibiotic eye drops or ointment has been prescribed, then he/she should receive the drops or ointment for 24 hours before returning to school.
Diarrhea If your child has diarrhea he/she should not attend school until the stool can be contained by toilet use.
Fever A temperature over 37C degrees is considered a fever. Fever is the body's normal response to infections and plays a role in fighting them. It is recommended that your child be kept home (at room) until the fever is gone for 24 hours.
Head Lice If your child has head lice he/she must be treated with an anti-lice shampoo before attending school. All nits must be removed! Please notify the school if your child has been treated for head lice or if you suspect head lice. We will be happy to check your child and other siblings if you are unsure.
Medication If your child has been started on a new medication please give the first dose at home (or instruct counsellor to do so at room) and observe for adverse reactions for at least 2 hours before sending them to school. Contact the school nurse if your child will need to take medication during the school day.
Strep Throat If your child has been diagnosed with strep throat he/she should be kept home (in room) for 24 hours after antibiotic treatment has been started.
Vomiting If your child has vomited two or more times in the previous 24 hours they should be kept at home or at the (in room).
ATTENDANCE
Attendance Policy To reach the goal of maximum educational benefits for each child requires a regular continuity of instruction, classroom participation, learning experiences, and study. Regular interaction of students with one another in the classroom and their participation in instructional activities under the tutelage of competent teachers is vital to the entire process of education. This established principle of education underlies, and gives purpose to the requirement of compulsory schooling. The instructional program schools have to offer can only be presented to students in attendance with Blended Learning educational model using FEYDEY LMS.
A student's regular school attendance also reflects dependability and is a significant component on a student's permanent record. Future employers are as much concerned about punctuality and dependability as they are about academic record. School success, scholarship, and job opportunity are greatly affected by a good attendance record.
A student's attendance is the responsibility of both the parent and the student. Both parties must recognize that regular and timely attendance is necessary in order for the student to receive maximum benefit from the instructional program and to develop the good habits of punctuality, self-discipline, and responsibility. Students who do not abide by the policies governing student attendance will be subject to the listed consequences.
The following rules and regulations are considered FEYDEY policy and will be enforced:
- After accumulating five or more absences in any one class during an ten week grading period, the student may lose credit for the class. Upon occurrence of the four absence, the student will meet with the Attendance Committee to see if any interventions need to take place. Upon the occurrence of the five absence, the student will go before the Attendance Committee to determine if credit will be denied. If credit is denied, the student may appeal the decision to the Principal.
- The five days of absences per grading period described above apply to, but are not limited to, the following:
- a.Personal illness
- b.Professional appointments that could not be scheduled outside of the regular school day
- c.Other serious personal or family concerns
- d.Emergency work approved by parents
- e.Trips and family vacations.
- Any student who is absent from school without his/her parents' knowledge or permission will be considered truant.
A student who leaves school without checking out through the Attendance Clerk is also considered truant. Truancy is subject to disciplinary action including suspension. - If a student needs to leave at lunch or to a local school activity (that they are not participating in), the counsellor must come to the school and check the student out and return with that student upon check-in.
- Absences due to school sponsored activities, including field trips, athletic contests, etc., will not count toward the total five absences per grading period. However, students who are absent because of these activities are expected to have their work made up ahead of time.
- In case of a serious accident, extended serious illness, or other emergency situations, an extension of the five day limit may be granted after a hearing before the principal.
The decision of the principal may be appealed to the President of Schools and possibly to the Board of Trustees. Special circumstances will be left to the discretion of the principal. - The office will make every effort to contact the parents of a student concerning absences. Parents are encouraged to call the high school each time their student is absent.
- Accurate attendance records will be kept by each teacher, and absences will be turned into the office daily.
- Parents will be notified when their student has accumulated three days of absences in any class. A conference may be scheduled between the principal and parent(s) when the student has missed a class four times.
- A student may not drop below two classes per day to maintain current enrolment requirements.
- A student must attend all his/her classes during the school day to be eligible to participate in school activities that day or evening. The only exception to this rule is when the parent / guardian / counsellor notifies the principal or Activities Coordinator of the student's absence due to a medical appointment.
- An unresolved, unexcused absence becomes a truancy after 48 hours.
ABSENCE Upon returning to school following any absence, except a school sponsored activity, the student must report to the office and obtain an admittance slip. Admittance slips will be issued on the basis of a note explaining the absence from a counsellor. Students receiving an excused absence admittance slip will have one school day for each day of absence to make up their work and receive full credit. Credit may not be earned for truancies.
Truancy absences are those absences for which a student deliberately, without cause, or knowledge of parents / guardian / counsellor, fails to attend class. Absences that are unexcused or not cleared within 48 hours are also considered truancies. Absences beyond
five days per semester will be considered unexcused unless a medical (doctor's) note is provided. Chronic truancy shall be defined as 60 period absences, or a total of 10 days per semester. Chronic truants will be reported to legal authorities as prescribed by law.
Student's Responsibility It is the student's responsibility to:
- 1.Attend class on time every day that school is in session;
- 1.Be aware of and follow the correct procedures when absent from class;
- 2.Request any missed assignments due to an absence; and
- 3.Complete assigned work according to the expectations above.
Parent's or Guardian's or Counsellor's Responsibility It is the responsibility of the student's parent/guardian to:
- 1. Ensure the student is attending school;
- 1.Inform the school in the event of a student's absence;
- 2.Be aware of and follow the correct procedures for reporting student absences;
- 3.Work cooperatively with the school and the student to resolve any attendance issues that may arise.
- 4.If a parent wishes to have schoolwork collected on the day of the absence, we ask that the request be made by 10 AM in order to allow teachers sufficient time to gather the work. The work can be picked up at the end of the day (online).
Excused Absences Excused absences include family authorized and school authorized absences. The following reasons shall be sufficient to constitute excused absences:
- 1. Personal illness
- 1.Family emergency or death in the family
- 2.Professional appointments that could not be scheduled outside of the school day
- 3.Other activities as approved by the school such as family trips or vacations
Vacation During the School Year It is strongly encouraged that family vacations take place during school holidays. It is very difficult, if not impossible, to make-up work missed during an extended absence. Classroom experiences include direct instruction, group activities, individual activities, practice, and application of new learning. When these activities are missed, it is impossible to recreate them.
If a Student Becomes Ill During the Day: - 1.Students must request a pass from their teacher to come to the office.
- 1.If parents come to take the student home or counsellor to the room they must sign the student out at the front office. Students may only leave with an adult who is on the list of approved persons in that student's file.
- 2.If students return to class they must have a pass from the front office.
Tardies Teachers will address the first six student tardies. Students are allowed four cumulative tardies per quarter for all courses scheduled in that quarter. The 5
th (and subsequent) tardies will result in referrals to Detention. A late arrival to class more than ten minutes after class is scheduled to begin will be treated as an absence and will require checking in with the attendance clerk.
ACTIVITIES Activity Calendar A master schedule of all student activities will be maintained by the Activities Coordinator. Requests for approval of an activity must be within a reasonable time to ensure scheduling the event. Any activities scheduled on Sunday must have prior approval by the Principal.
Assemblies Assemblies scheduled during the school day have educational value and therefore attendance at assemblies is required. Students attending assemblies or concerts at FEYDEY will conduct themselves in a way that will show respect for those speaking or performing and reflect well on themselves and the school. Students must be attentive and respectful by showing their appreciation by applauding appropriately.
All students are required to attend school assemblies that are held during the school day unless specifically excused. Students not attending an assembly will be considered truant and disciplinary action will be taken.
Dances & Social Activities Dances and other social activities can be sponsored by any group recognized by FEYDEY as a school club or organization. Guidelines are available from the principal for sponsoring such an activity.
All social activities will be held in school owned facilities, with the possible exception of the prom, during the regular school year and must end before 12:00 midnight.
Closed door policies will be observed at all dances. Students will not be permitted to re-enter a dance unless special permission to leave has been given by the chaperone. No entry will be allowed one half hour after the start of the dance.
Since prom is a special event for our students, parents attending are asked to leave immediately following the Grand March.
Students wishing to bring a guest to a FEYDEY dance must fill out a Guest Dance Request and turn it into the office one week before the dance.
Wednesday "Half Day Ski & Snowboarding" or "Fun & Outdoor Education" It is the policy of the Board of Trustees that Wednesday after lunch time will be reserved as "Ski & Snowboarding" (Winter) or " Fun & Outdoor Education" (Autumn and Spring) activities and no school sanctioned activities will be scheduled for same time.
Child Supervision Any child under the age of fourteen (14) must be accompanied and under the supervision of an adult to be a spectator at athletic contests and school activities.
Saturday evenings Literacy & Theatre Day
Saturday afternoon Parents hour (online meetings)
Thursday evening Journalism, Worlds News - Sport, Art, Innovations
FACILITIES & PROGRAMS Daily Announcements In order to facilitate communications within the school, daily announcements will be made available. The student section of the announcements will be read to students during first period each day. These announcements are important and should be listened to carefully. It is the student's responsibility to respond properly to all information contained within the daily announcements. Any information for the announcements must be in the hands of the secretary by 2:00 p.m. if it is to appear in the announcements the following school day. Sponsor approval is necessary before a student announcement will be included.
Before School Supervision of Students Students should arrive to school starting at 7:00 a.m. Supervision in school is provided starting at 7:00 a.m. until 24:00. (00:00 till 07:00 students are under night watch supervision). We cannot be responsible for your child if they arrive before the supervised times. Every effort is made to supervise students in a way that promotes safety and well-being.
Distribution of Materials Non-school materials (written materials, hand bills, photographs, pictures, petitions, films, tapes, posters, or other visual or auditory materials) may not be posted, sold, circulated, or distributed on any school campus by a student or a non-student without prior approval of the principal. Any student who posts material without prior approval will be subject to disciplinary action. Materials displayed without approval will be removed.
LOCKERS & CUBBIES Lockers and cubbies are provided to students for their convenience to keep necessary school materials. Lockers and cubbies are to be used for the storage of backpacks, books and school-related equipment. Students are responsible for the proper care of lockers, cubbies, and locks. Lockers and cubbies are not to be defaced in any manner including, but not limited to, scratching, writing, etc. Any item to be placed on the outside of the locker or cubby must first be approved by the administration or it will be removed. The school accepts no responsibility for the safety of any items left in a locker or cubby and further advises against leaving any valuable items in lockers since they are not constructed in a manner to provide total security.
The school reserves the right to enter any locker or cubby at any time. However, no item will be removed from the locker or cubby without the student's knowledge or when witnessed by a school administrator and at least one other adult. Locks are provided for lockers by the school at no cost. However, school issued locks not returned when the student checks out of school must be paid for. Only school issued locks may be used.
Due to maintenance issues, tape must not be placed on the inside or outside surfaces of the lockers or cubbies. The use of plastic-tac and magnets on locker surfaces is permitted.
Students are not allowed to share lockers.
The school maintains the authority to issue, reassign, or deny locker privilege when necessary.
School Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner FEYDEY dining programs at our main campus building includes three completely refurbished dining rooms on site with capacity for 240 people. The Swiss Alpine Centre has provided the highest quality Swiss and international cuisine for over 50 years. We understand the importance of a balanced diet to ensure a healthy and energetic lifestyle.
Meals include a hearty continental breakfast with bread, jams, butter, cereals, yogurts, fruits, juices, coffee and tea. Lunch and dinner are served buffet-style with a choice between two main courses and their side dishes. This include soup, a generous salad buffet, dessert and fruits. An experienced and talented kitchen team is always available to accommodate requests for special meals and diets.
During the weekends, while students attending excursion or any other school activities outside of campus, students will be provided pAcked lunch.
Computer Resources Acceptable Use Policy: Network & Internet Access
FEYDEY Internet access to students which provides vast, diverse and unique resources for students and staff. Our goal in providing this resource is to promote a community of educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation and communication.
FEYDEY LMS (Learning Management System) gives students the unique opportunity to
Personalize learning, meaning that the content is customized to the interests and learning style of each individual student.
Each student's learning process is
individualized, meaning that different students will start at different points in the curriculum and move at their own speed. These students will be evaluated against their ability to demonstrate understanding of a particular subject and showcase their skill.
Each student's independent online learning journey at FEYDEY is supported by professional British and American teachers. Daily scheduled webinars or on-demand live instruction are available throughout the Academic Year.
Students will be regularly asked to make school applicable to real-life. Projects within courses will ask students to develop, explore, create, communicate and evaluate content in English.
Internet access to computers and people all over the world brings the availability of material that may not be of educational value in the context of the school setting. FEYDEY has taken precautions to filter (block) and monitor access thereby lessening the chances for users to access controversial materials. Users accessing materials deemed inappropriate for school use will be denied Internet privileges.
Use of the Internet is a privilege, not a right. Any action by a student that is determined by an administrator to constitute an inappropriate use of the Internet will result in the removal of those privileges. The following guidelines are provided prior to use so that students and their guardians are aware of the responsibilities of being a Network User.
Network Etiquette & Online Conduct You are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of "netiquette." These include but are not limited to the following:
- Be polite. Do not be abusive in your messages to others.
- Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use vulgarities or any other inappropriate language.
- Illegal activities are strictly forbidden.
- Do not use the Network for personal profit or as a business or in such a way that you would disrupt the use of the Network by other users.
i.e.: Chat rooms are not allowed. Game sites are allowed only during Community Lab hours and only by those students who are receiving passing grades. - Do not submit, publish, or display any defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, racially offensive, or illegal material. Not even in User e-mail accounts!
- All communications and information accessible via the network are assumed to be the property of the author and are protected by applicable Swiss and International Copyright Laws.
ELECTRONIC MAIL Student use of e-mail is not allowed during the school day except for academic purposes.
Electronic mail, or e-mail, is not guaranteed to be private, either within the local network or on the World Wide Web. Users should not reveal personal addresses or phone numbers. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities will be reported to the authorities. E-mail is not allowed during the school day except for academic purposes.
Each teacher and student will have personal e-mail provided by school Name.Lastname@feydey.com
The system administrators will not intentionally inspect the contents of e-mail sent by users without the consent of the sender or the recipient, unless:
1. required to do so by law or,
2. required to do so by the policies of FEYDEY Administration,
3. to investigate complaints regarding e-mail which is alleged to contain defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, racially offensive, or illegal material.
Security Security on any computer system is a high priority. Attempts to login to the system using another user's account, or as an administrator, will result in termination of the user's account. Students should immediately notify a system administrator if their password is no longer secure or they believe that someone has obtained unauthorized access to their account. Any student identified as a security risk or having a history of problems within other networks may be denied student privileges to the FEYDEY Network.
Vandalism Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy the data of another user, the Network, the Internet, or any of the agencies or networks that are connected to the Internet backbone. This includes, but is not limited to, the uploading or creation of computer viruses. Vandalism will result in cancellation of student privileges, and possible further disciplinary action.
Termination of Account A student's access to, and use of, the Network may be terminated at any time by the student simply by notifying the administrator.
An administrator reserves the right, at their sole discretion, to suspend or terminate student access to and use of the Network upon any breach of terms and conditions of the user contract and Agreement.
FEYDEY administration, faculty and staff may request the System Administrator to deny, revoke or suspend student access. Prior to a suspension or termination or as soon as is practicable, the System Administrator will inform the student of the suspected breach and give the student the opportunity to present an explanation.
A more detailed version of this Acceptable use Policy can be found in the FEYDEY LMS manual. Copies can be obtained from the Administration Office.
Guidance & Counselling FEYDEY recognises that guidance and counselling are an important part of the total program of instruction. The general goal of this program is to help students achieve the greatest personal value from their educational opportunities. FEYDEY guidance and counselling will:
- 1.Provide students with planned opportunities to develop future career and educational plans.
- 2.Refer students with special needs to appropriate specialists and agencies.
- 3.Aid students in identifying options and making choices about their educational program.
- 4.Provide for a follow-up of students who further their education and/or move into the world of work.
- 5.Assist students in developing a sense of belonging and self-respect.
School Therapy School Therapy is a school-based counselling service dedicated to helping students with mental health needs. This is a voluntary program. Contact the Main Office for more information.
Library & Media Center The Library/Media Centre is designed to assist students with research, study and book checkouts. In addition to assuring a place for quiet study, the librarians will also help students find recreational reading materials, and teach the use of library resources such as the available databases and Interlibrary Loan.
Students are encouraged to use the Media Centre before and after school, as well as during appropriate school hours. Media Centre hours are from 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
STUDENT CONDUCT
School-Wide Expectations - 1.Be Safe.
- 2.Be Responsible.
- 3.Be Respectful
Each student will be responsible for providing a positive and healthy environment for others by maintaining order and self-discipline, and by having consideration for the rights and property of others. Each student will bear the responsibility for his or her own conduct.
Each student will respect other students, teachers, administrators, other school personnel and visitors as human beings and fellow citizens of the school community.
Each student will refrain from fighting, creating disturbances, denying others the use of school facilities or buildings, using or carrying any weapon, or toy that looks like a weapon, on school grounds, intentionally injuring another person or acting in such a manner as to expose others to risk or danger of harm or injury.
A student will not use threats or intimidation against any other person.
Each student will respect the health and safety of others and will refrain from possession and/or use of tobacco, or using, possessing, transmitting or being under the influence of any alcoholic beverage, narcotic substance, illegal or prohibited drug substance, or engaging in any gambling, extortion, theft, assault, excessive noise or any other unlawful activity.
Each student will respect the education process and learning environment of others by refraining from intentional or habitual tardiness, unexcused absences, or any other activities that diminish the rights of others and the opportunity for other students to receive and education and obtain the maximum benefit from a public education.
We strive to ensure that all students are taught the school-wide expectations and appreciate your partnership in reinforcing the same high expectations at home. Each student will show respect to every school employee by addressing him/her as Mr., Ms., or Mrs., followed by the employees' last name.
Student Expectations School personnel have the authority to hold a student strictly accountable for disorderly conduct in school, on the way to or from school, or during breaks.
Consequences may be given to any student guilty of gross disobedience or misconduct, including but not limited to instances set forth below:
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling tobacco products.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling alcoholic beverages. Students who may be under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted to attend school functions and will be treated as though they have alcohol in their possession.
Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling illegal drugs or controlled substances, look-alike drugs, and drug paraphernalia. Students who may be under the influence of such substances will not be permitted to attend school functions and will be treated as though they have drugs in their possession.
Using, possessing, controlling, or transferring a firearm or weapon.
Using, possessing, controlling, or transferring any object that reasonably could be considered or used as a weapon.
Disobeying directives from staff members or school officials or disobeying rules and regulations governing student conduct.
Using violence, force, noise, coercion, threats, intimidation, fear, or other comparable conduct toward anyone or urging other students to engage in such conduct.
Causing or attempting to cause damage to, or stealing or attempting to steal, school property or another person's property.
Engaging in any activity that constitutes an interference with school purposes or an educational function or any other disruptive activity.
Unexcused absenteeism. Truancy statutes and Board of Trustees policy will be utilized for chronic and habitual truants.
Hazing or bullying.
Forging any signature or making any false entry or attempting to authorize any document used or intended to be used in connection with the operation of a school.
Violations of the student dress code.
Public display of affection.
Profanity.
Plagiarism.
STUDENT CONDUCT The above stated grounds for consequences for misconduct apply whenever a student's conduct is related to school or school activities, including but not limited to the circumstances set forth below:
On, or within sight of, school grounds before, during, or after school hours or at any other time when school is being used by a school group.
Off school grounds at a school-sponsored activity or event or any activity or event that bears a reasonable relationship to school.
Travel to and from school or a school activity, function, or event.
Anywhere conduct may reasonably be considered to be a threat
or an attempted intimidation of a staff member or an interference with school purposes or an educational function.
The above stated grounds for consequences for misconduct apply whenever a student's conduct is related to school or school activities, including but not limited to the circumstances set forth below:
On, or within sight of, school grounds before, during, or after school hours or at any other time when school is being used by a school group.
Off school grounds at a school-sponsored activity or event or any activity or event that bears a reasonable relationship to school.
Travel to and from school or a school activity, function, or event.
Anywhere conduct may reasonably be considered to be a threat
or an attempted intimidation of a staff member or an interference with school purposes or an educational function.
CONSEQUENCES Consequences for misconduct include but are not limited to:
- Expulsion
- Suspension
- Detention, including Saturdays
- Clean-up duty
- Writing assignments specific to the behavior
- Loss of student privileges
- Loss of activity privileges
- Notification to juvenile authorities and/or police
- Restitution for damages to school property
- Warning
- Time out
- Conference with teacher or principal
- Letter or call to parents
- Parent conference
No FEYDEY employee may inflict or cause to be inflicted corporal punishment on a student. Corporal punishment does not include reasonable force district personnel are permitted to use as needed to maintain safety for other students, school personnel, or other persons or for the purpose of self-defense.
Last update May 20, 2020