DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

1

Verbal Warning

2

Note on Student’s Diary by the class teacher and countersigned by the Parents

3

Parent and Student meeting with the Coordinator/ Counselor to apprise them of the consequences

4

Suspension till further notice

5

Suspension along with investigative action by the Grievance Redressal Committee and written intimation to the parents

6

Permanent Expulsion

7

Formal Complaint lodged with the Govt. Authorities

8

To be counseled to apply for SLC/ TC

Sr No

OFFENCE

DEFINITION

LEVEL

1

Absence from School

Absence from school without written intimation/telephonic intimation/email to the school

1, 2

2

Bunking Classes

Absence from a class or school activity without permission of the concerned teacher

3

3

Regular late arrival to school

Late arrival to school for more than two days in a month

3,4

4

Destruction of School Property

Damage of the school property intentionally like smart boards, computers, fire extinguishers, etc

4,5

5

Disruption of Classroom

Behaviour that interferes with safe and orderly environment of the class or class activity

4,5

6

Disrespect towards peers and adults and use of abusive language

Inappropriate comment, communication or physical gestures to the classmates or any other staff member (pointing finger, shouting aloud, use of words like bitch, etc, swearing or cursing)

4

7

Bullying and teasing

Engaging in actions or statements that makes the individual mentally upset

5

8

Fighting leading to indiscipline in the school / classroom

A confrontation with physical contact involving two or more students without harm

4

9

Fighting leading to injury

A confrontation with physical contact involving two or more students with injury like bleeding of nose, fracture, etc

5, 6

10

Theft

Taking or obtaining property of another without permission or knowledge of the owner

4,5

11

Carrying devices not allowed in the school

Bringing cell phones, iPhones, CDs, pen drives, iPads, smart watches, etc

Confiscation and 4

12

Misuse of computer/ electronic communication

Misusing intranet and internet facilities for watching inappropriate/porn films or scenes on websites on computers

6

13

Carrying cash

Carrying cash more than allowed

3

14

Drug Violation

Possession or consumption of any drug including alcohol in the school premises or school bus

6

15

Sexual Harassment

Unwelcomed sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical harassment of a sexual nature

6

16

Fireworks or explosives

Possession or use or threat to use firecrackers, smoke, flare, combustible or explosive substances or articles

6

17

Weapons Violations

Possession of an object capable of causing harm or used in such a way as to cause harm to another including all sharp objects, guns, bullets, knives etc)

6

18

Fidgeting with another student’s uniform / clothing

Fidgeting with or touching or trying to remove clothing / uniform of other students anywhere in the Campus or in the Bus

4 to 6

19

Discouraging touch on body

Touching the body of another child (other than shoulder, behind shoulder, on upper arm)

4

20

Threat to staff (verbal/physical)

Aggressive expression conveyed by a word or action, to a staff member, with a physical contact directed at a staff member in school premises

5,6

21

Defamation

False statements or representations that harms the reputation of the individual/school

4 to 8

22

Cheating/ Academic dishonesty

Unauthorized use of information, materials, devices, sources or practices in completing academic activities, for e.g. copying during an exam

4,5

23

Discrimination

the unjust or prejudicial treatment with others especially on the grounds of race, age, sex, or disability as a basis for treating another in a negative manner

3

24

Bus Misbehavior

Violation of the School Behavior Policy in the Bus (refer to point no: 6,7,9,10,11,15,16,17,18,19,22,24,26 in the School’s Behavior Policy)

4 to 8

25

Gambling

Wagering money or property, selling or buying articles, paying for any work

4 to 6

26

Dress Code Violation

Wearing clothing or mode of dress that attracts undue attention

5

27

Obstinate Behaviour

Showing unpleasant gestures to insult and then turning back on teacher

5

28

Harassment

Making drawings/caricatures of teachers/ students

5

29

Willful absence from School

Any instance/incident of Parent or Guardian willfully/forcefully taking away student in uniform without written permission after the child enters the school gate

4 to 6

30

Indulging in any unauthorized use of Social Media platforms

Indulging in any Social Media platform other than the official platform made available by the School, by making a reference to the school, its staff, employees in a derogatory (for eg. Facebook, Instagram, Snap chat, Twitter, Tinder or any other such site)

4 to 6

31

Hooliganism and gross misbehavior

Spitting on paper and throwing towards teachers or fellow students

6

32

Mandatory wearing of mask

Student(s) arriving at school without mask or taking off masks while interacting with others when it is prohibited

4, 5

33

Sharing of information related to online classes with others or on any social media platform

Indulging in taking screenshots of the ongoing classes, sharing or posting pictures of online classes with unknown people or any social media platform

4 to 6

34

Sharing the passwords of online classes

Indulging in sharing the passwords of online classes with people who are not authorized to attend the classes

4 to 6

35

Usage of offensive, abusive language

Using offensive or abusive language verbally or in written or through chat with other students/staff in the school premises or during online classes

4 to 6

36

Overlooking road safety

Crossing the roads/highways without following safety rules or road etiquettes

4 to 6

37

Answering back to Teachers / Staff from a distance

Indulging in answering back to teachers/staff from a distance intentionally

4 to 6

38

Unauthorized riding of two/four wheels

Riding two/four wheeler without License / Vehicle Registration / Helmet / Parent Consent

5

39

Eve Teasing (Under Section 509 of the IPC)

Obscene gestures, indecent body language and negative comments directed at any woman or girl which intrudes upon the privacy of a woman, carries a penalty of imprisonment for one year or a fine or both when complaint lodged with City Police

6

40

Intimidating School Employees

Intimidating any employee of the school with the threat of force or violence by any person whether singly or in concert with others unlawfully

4 to 6

41

Repetition of offences

Indulging in repeated violation of the School’s behavior policy

5,6

42

Sharing of messages/information through papers or by using any Social Media Platform

Indulging or being associated with creating/creation of any physical/ online activity that can increase the possibility of indecency / inappropriateness such as a) Writing letters, Joining social networks before reaching the minimum age, b) Playing games and using apps which are not age-appropriate, c) Watching live streams which may show inappropriate content or taking part in them and unconsciously being exploited d) Using any application of photos, cropped pictures, videos or games which show images or names (even nick names) of other students

5,6

43

Causing inconvenience to others

Stalking-Physical or electronic via phone calls, text messages or emails or on Social Media platforms (even by use of nick names hinting at any student), voyeurism, threats, ultimatums and eve-teasing are considered offensive in School's Behavior Policy.

5,6

44

Hiding official information/Blocking the authorised contact numbers/lines deliberately

Indulging in hiding official information or blocking the Form Tutor & Subject Teachers' contact numbers or communication lines from the parents or the person communicating on parent's behalf by the student deliberately

5 to 6

45

Undesirable physical contact inside or outside the school Campus

Indulging/ Engaging in undesirable physical contact with a member of the opposite sex and also, involving in talking about, boasting in reference, showing photos/texts in context is considered an offence and represents serious misbehavior and misconduct.

6