Talent in Every Child

HARRISTON SCHOOL HANDBOOK

2018
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Contents:

Introduction
1. History
2. Mission Statement and School Structure
3. Daily Programme
4. Academic Curriculum Grades 1-12
5. School Assessment Policy
6. Reporting to Parents
7. School Calendar
8. Fees: Tuition and Boarding
9. Uniform
10. Leadership
11. Awards
12. School Rules and Code of Conduct
13. Boarding House Rules

Introduction

This document is designed to assist all associated with Harriston. It will help those
considering the school as an option for their children, those new to the school, and those
who require clarification of some of the school policies. It is a modifiable document, and
can be amended as and when required. The most recent version will be found on the
school website at www.harriston.co.za .

Harriston is the quintessential community school. It has evolved from of a desire

expressed by the community to provide superior education for the area. Whenever a query
does arise regarding the motives and policies of the school, avenues of communication
have been established to ease the process.

The greatest marketing and publicity tools of the school are our excellent results and
satisfied parents of the school. It is our priority and wish to promote the school at all times.
This is the responsibility of staff, pupils and parents alike.
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1. History

In 1996, a determined group of Harrismith residents managed to procure a site next to the
Harrismith sports complex, and in a short time building began on the site.

The photographs of Luci and Pieter Nouwens, JP de Witt, Eshley Pattinson and their
families are in sealed containers with messages and mementos behind the foundation
stone.

The erection of the offices and first classrooms followed swiftly and the school opened to
70 pupils in January 1997 with Winston Watts as head of school.

Growth continued, and in 2003 the school had its first matric class. From the start the
school excelled in all aspects of education.

We acknowledge the founders of the school. Their names, and the names of the
businesses in Harrismith that have contributed so significantly, are visibly honoured. Theirs
was a leap of faith.

2. Mission Statement and Structures

Harriston is an independent, Christian-based, co-educational, English-medium school

situated in Harrismith, Free State.

Harriston’s Aims

 To promote openness to change, tolerance and democratic values and an

awareness of and sensitivity to cultural differences.
 To provide high quality academic, sporting and extramural development through
individual attention.
 To instil a concern and respect for others with a positive attitude towards teamwork;
encouraging mutual support, honesty, loyalty, discipline and self-confidence.
 To develop every child's social, moral, academic and physical ability with a view to
the confident transfer of the child to the world beyond school.

School Structure

The Harriston Trust owns the school. The Trust controls Harriston School (Pty) Limited, a
Non-Profit Company, and the directors appoint the Board of Governors. The Chair of the
Parent Liaison Committee sits on the Board, as do other elected representatives of the
parent body.
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3. School Daily Programme

07h25 Staff Meeting

07h30 Pupils arrive at school
07h40 High school Assembly (Mondays)
Full school assembly (Fridays)
Silent individual reading (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
13h00 Grades 1 – 12 finish school on Fridays
14h00 Primary school ends (Mondays – Thursdays)
15h15 High school ends (Mondays – Thursdays)

Period time-tables:

The School follows a ten day time-table cycle

Primary School High School

1 8:00 – 8:55 1 8:00 – 8:55

2 9:00 – 9:50 2 9:00 – 9:50

Brea

9:50 – 10:10 3 9:55 – 10:45

k

Brea

3 10:10 – 11:00 10:45 – 11:10

k

4 11:00 – 11:50 4 11:10 – 12:00

5 11:50 – 12:40 5 12:05 – 12:55

Brea

Brea

12:40 – 13:10 12:55 – 13:20

k

6 13:10 – 14:00 6 13:20 – 14:15

7 14:15 – 15:15
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Sports Programme

1st Term

Boys Girls
1 Athletics u/7 - u/18 Athletics u/7 - u/18
2 Primary school rugby High school and primary school
Starting with skills towards the end of Netball Starting with skills and
the term fitness towards the end of the term
3 High school boys’ hockey High school girls’ hockey
Starting with skills and fitness Starting with skills and fitness
towards the end of the term towards the end of the term
4 Tennis u/7 - u/18 Tennis u/7 - u/18
5 Squash u/10 - u/18 Squash u/10 - u/18

2nd Term

Boys Girls
1 Rugby u/7, u/8, u/9, u/11, u/13 Netball u/7, u/8, u/9, u/11, u/13
2 High school boys’ hockey High school netball
3 High school girls’ hockey
4 Tennis u/7 - u/18 Tennis u/7 - u/18
5 Squash u/10 - u/18 Squash u/10 - u/18

3rd Term

Boys Girls
1 Hockey u/7, u/8, u/9, u/11, u/13 Hockey u/7, u/8, u/9, u/11, u/13
2 Cricket u/7, u/8, u/9, u/11, u/13 High school netball
Starting close to end of term
3 Hockey high school Hockey high school
4 Soccer high school
5 Tennis u/7 - u/18 Tennis u/7 - u/18
6 Squash u/10 - u/18 Squash u/10 - u/18

4th Term

Boys Girls
1 Cricket u/7, u/8, u/9, u/11, u/13 Cricket u/7, u/8, u/9
2 Soccer and Athletics Athletics
3 Tennis u/7 - u/18 Tennis u/7 - u/18
4 Squash u/10 - u/18 Squash u/10 - u/18

After mid-term break pupils start with athletics training

Sporting Days:

Primary school team sport on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Primary school tennis and squash on Mondays
High school team sport on Mondays and Wednesdays
High school squash on Tuesdays
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Cultural programme

Activities offered during culture periods:

Foundation Phase (Mondays):

1) Drama
2) Chess
3) Cooking & baking
4) Craft
5) Tennis
6) Science club
7) Dance

Senior Primary (Mondays):

1) Dance
2) Craft
3) Tennis
4) Squash
5) Chess
6) Science club
7) Board games
8) Cooking and baking

High School:

A termly cultural programme is published for each grade.

Academic assistance is also available during culture periods for all high school grades
according to the following timetable:

Tuesdays Thursdays
English IT
Afrikaans Afrikaans
Add maths (grade 12) Add maths (grade 11)
Geography Science
Life Sciences Accounting
Art EMS

Other activities during the week:

Class music Grades R to Grades 7

Percussion band Grades R to Grades 7
Choir
Drama production
Ball skills & swimming skills
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4. Academic Curriculum

We are part of the IEB Primary Schools Initiative for Grades 1 to 7 and as such follow a
broad and balanced curriculum which satisfies the requirements of the Revised National
Curriculum Statements of the Department of Education of South Africa and the CAPS
documents. This curriculum is designed to equip pupils with the skills necessary to
proceed effectively to high school.

There are approximately 27 hours of teaching time per week in the high school.
Grades 8 and 9 have the following curriculum, again in line with the appropriate CAPS.
Approximate teaching time as a percentage of the academic curriculum is given in
brackets below:

English (16)
Afrikaans (15)
Mathematics (15)
Natural Science (12)
Human and Social Sciences (11)
Arts and Culture (11)
Economic and Management Sciences (8)
Technology and Information Technology (9)
Life Orientation (4)

Grades 10 to 12 have the following subjects:

Compulsory:

English (Home Language)

Afrikaans (First Additional Language)
Life Orientation
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy (started from Grade 11)

A choice of three subjects from the following:

Physical Science
Art
Accounting
Geography
Information Technology
Life Sciences
Computer Applications Technology

(All subject to demand and teacher combinations)

Extra lessons are offered by all teachers when necessary.

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5. Assessment Policy

Learning Area Assessment Key:

Achievement Achievement Description Marks %

Level
7 Outstanding achievement 80-100
6 Meritorious achievement 70-79
5 Substantial achievement 60-69
4 Adequate achievement 50-59
3 Moderate achievement 40-49
2 Elementary achievement 30-39
1 Not achieved 0-29

Promotion Requirements:
These criteria are taken from the relevant Government Gazette.

Grades R-3

Promotion Requirements: At least 50 % in English and 40% in Mathematics (Numeracy)

Grades 4-6

At least a rating code of 4 (50%-59%) in English and

At least a rating code of 3 (40%-49%) in Afrikaans and
At least a rating code of 3 (40%-49%) in Mathematics and
At least a rating code of 3 (40%-49%) in any TWO additional subjects

Grade 7 -9

At least a rating code of 4 (50%-59%) in English and

At least a rating code of 3 (40%-49%) in Afrikaans and
At least a rating code of 3 (40%-49%) in Mathematics and
At least a rating code of 3 (40%-49%) in any THREE additional subjects

Grade 10 -12

At least a rating code of 3 (40%-49%) in English and

At least a rating code of 3 (40%-49%) in any TWO additional subjects
At least a rating code of 2 (30%-39%) in any THREE additional subjects
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Examination Subjects:

Grade 4

English
Afrikaans (First Additional Language)
Mathematics

Grade 5

English
Afrikaans (First Additional Language)
Mathematics
Natural Science

Grade 6

English
Afrikaans (First Additional Language)
Mathematics
Natural Science
Social Sciences (History and Geography)

Grade 7 – 9

English
Afrikaans (First Additional Language)
Mathematics
Natural Science
Social Sciences
EMS (Economical and Management Services)
Computer Literacy
Life Orientation

Grade 10 – 12

English
Afrikaans (First Additional Language)
Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy
Life Orientation
Plus 3 subjects chosen from:
(subject to teacher combination offered for the respective year)
Information Technology (IT)
Computer Applications Technology (CAT)
Accounting
Life Science
Physical Sciences
Geography
Visual Art

**Additional: Advanced Programme Mathematics

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6. Reporting to Parents

Parent/Teacher interviews are held three times a year (first three terms) on the last
Wednesday of the term. Teachers will also phone or email parents if there are any
concerns throughout the term.

Each pupil receives an academic report at the end of each term.

7. School Calendar

2018 SCHOOL CALENDAR

TERM 1
OPENS Staff - Monday 15 January
Pupils - Tuesday 16 January
CLOSES - Wednesday 28 March
MID-TERM - Friday 23 February to Monday 26 February (inclusive)
Public Holiday during Term - Wednesday 21 March Human Rights Day
Additional Compulsory Days Saturday 20 January Inter-house Athletics

TERM 2
OPENS - Monday 16 April
CLOSES - Friday 22 June
MID-TERM - Friday 18 May to Monday 21 May (inclusive)
Public Holidays during Term - Friday 27 April Freedom Day
Monday 30 April School Holiday
Tuesday 1 May Workers’ Day
Additional Compulsory Days Sunday 22 April Joberg2C
Saturday 26 May Harriston Fun Day

TERM 3
OPENS - Monday 16 July
CLOSES - Friday 21 September
MID-TERM - Friday 24 August to Monday 27 August (inclusive)
Public Holidays during Term - Thursday 9 August Women’s Day
Friday 10 August School Holiday

TERM 4
OPENS - Monday 8 October
CLOSES Pupils - Thursday 6 December
MID-TERM - Friday 2 November to Monday 5 November (inclusive)
Additional Compulsory Days Saturday 20 October Harriston Fun Run/Walk

Grade 12 pupils will be expected to attend Saturday School during the year:

3 February English & Mathematics

17 February Physical Science, Geography & AP Maths
3 March Life Science, IT, Visual Art & Accounting
17 March AP Maths and Afrikaans
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8. Tuition and Boarding Fees

FEE STRUCTURE 2018 Updated: 10-09-2017

PAYMENT OF FEES

ADVANCE PAYMENT OF FEES

A number of parents choose to pay the school fees in advance. If fees are paid in advance for the whole year, a 5%
rebate will be allowed. You will continue to receive monthly statements and the rebate will be shown on your final
December statement.

DEBIT ORDER SYSTEM

The Board of Governors has decided to make it mandatory for all fees to be paid via the debit order system unless fees
are paid in advance for the year.

OTHER PAYMENT SYSTEMS

Special permission may be obtained from the Bursar, for cash payments or direct transfers to the bank account of the
school. However, please take note of the following:
1. A handling fee of R200.00 per month will be charged.
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2. Cash payments must be banked at ABSA Bank into Harriston’s bank account on or before the 25
of the preceding month. Cash payments should not be brought to the school. Please deposit any
cash payment directly at a branch of ABSA Bank using your school account number as reference.
You will be liable for cash deposit fees as charged by the bank for cash payments.
3. Late payments will result in additional administration costs.

SCHOOL FEES 2018

The fee structure has been provisionally set for 2018, subject to approval by the Board of Directors.

BOARDING 2018
As from 2018 the Boarding House may be open over most weekends. The weekends where pupils must go home will be
listed on the School Calendar. The introduction of “Flexi-Boarding” will be subject to sufficient demand. Pupils may
therefore be accommodated in full-time boarding with exception of specific weekends when the Boarding House will be
closed.

SIBLING ALLOWANCE
A sibling discount of 5% per child is allowed for 2 children, 7.5% is allowed for 3 children and 10% is allowed for 4 or
more children. Please note that discounts will not be allowed on accounts that fall into arrears.

PRE-PAID DEPOSIT
All pupils (from Grade 1 upwards) are required to pay the equivalent of one term’s school fees (3 months) as a pre-paid
once off deposit. For your convenience your account will be debited during the 3 months prior to starting Grade 1 or
higher. The deposit will be held until your child leaves Harriston and will be transferred back to your account during the
final term, provided that sufficient notice (see below) has been given in writing.

NOTICE IN WRITING
Please note that written notice is required should your child be leaving Harriston. The notice must reach the Head of
School before the beginning of the month. The period of notice required for both school and Boarding House is 3
calendar months.

SCHOLARS’ PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

The school has arranged personal accident insurance cover for all pupils with AON Insurance Brokers. The cost is
included in the school fees. In the event of an accident at school, please claim against your medical aid first. If you do not
have medical aid or if your medical aid does not cover the expense, the school will submit a claim to AON on your behalf.
(Actual Medical Expense incurred to a maximum of R25,000 – and excess of R300 will be payable).

UNIFORMS
Uniforms may be purchased from the Uniform shop. Payment should be made at the secretary’s office where a receipt
will be issued. Please sign the invoice and make sure you keep a copy for your own records. If a uniform invoice is not
paid for at the time of purchase, it will be debited to your account and will come off the following Debit Order.

ART
Pupils taking Art as a subject for Grades 10 - 12 will be charged R170 per month to cover the cost of Art materials.
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Grade Monthly Deposit Per Year

PRE-PRIMARY
Grade 4R (3 days/week) 1 240 14 880
Grade 4R & Crèche 1 420 17 042
Grade 3R 1 460 17 520
Grade 2R 1 460 17 520
Grade R 1 500 18 000

PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade 1 3 775 11 324 45 295
Grade 2 4 075 12 225 48 900
Grade 3 4 200 12 600 50 400
Grade 4 4 200 12 600 50 400
Grade 5 4 245 12 735 50 940
Grade 6 4 245 12 735 50 940
Grade 7 4 425 13 275 53 100

HIGH SCHOOL
Grade 8 5 225 15 675 62 700
Grade 9 5 400 16 200 64 800
Grade 10 5 665 16 994 67 975
Grade 11 5 850 17 550 70 200
Grade 12 6 000 18 000 72 000

BOARDING
Boarding 4 320 51 840
Matric Boarding (10 months) 5 184 51 840
Flexi Boarding (18 weekends per year) 5 292 63 504
OTHER
Tea and Lunch 450 5 400
Pre-Primary Aftercare 660 7 920
Primary Aftercare 830 9 960
Art Materials Grades 10 - 12 170 2 040
Exam Fees Grade 12 (10 Months) 650 7 800
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NB: All fees are due in advance on the 1 of the month. School and Boarding fees are per month X 12 months .

INCLUSIVE SCHOOL FEES

The above school fees include the following; class excursions, Personal Accident Insurance, photos, travel to sport
fixtures and excursions. ISASA registration fees, text books, photocopies, the School Magazine, etc.

ADDITIONAL EXCURSIONS AND SPORTING ACTIVITIES

You will be informed of any additional class excursions, sporting activities, photos etc. (over and above the items
budgeted for and included in school fees) where extra costs may be involved. The costs will be calculated and parents
will be required to sign for acceptance of the additional costs. Payment may be made immediately or you may choose to
be debited on your next debit order.

MATRICULATION IEB EXAM FEES

This is the final IEB examination written in Grade 12 and will be debited in 10 equal instalments of R650.00 per month.

UNPAID FEES
Prompt payment of school fees is essential for us to be in a position to pay salaries and the running costs of the school.
In the event of the debit order or payment being rejected by the bank, your account will be debited with R200.00 for
administration costs. You will be informed by telephone or email and you will have to ensure immediate cash payment of
the outstanding amount. Should the amount not be settled before the end of term, we will, regretfully have to insist that
your child leaves Harriston School. Unpaid accounts will be handed over to our legal representatives for collection and
legal costs will be payable. School reports and other documentation will be withheld until accounts have been fully paid
up. We do wish to sincerely thank the vast majority of parents who pay punctually in terms of their contract with us.

Please note that should your account fall into arrears, all sibling and other discounts such as bursaries and scholarships will
be disallowed and your deposit will have to be increased to the current deposit required for your child’s grade.

ADDRESS DETAILS
Please ensure that Harriston has your correct email address by sending a notification email to: admin@harriston.co.za
Please supply the school with any changes in your contact details in writing or by email. It is your responsibility to ensure
that we have your correct postal and telephone details. Your cell phone number will be used for all necessary
communications via SMS and your email address will be used for monthly accounts. For all other communication please
ensure that you have downloaded the D6 Communicator onto your desktop or cell phone.
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9. Uniform

All clothing should be clearly marked.

Clothing shop hours: Mondays from 14h00 to 15h00 and Fridays from 13h00 to 14h00
(except during holidays and mid-term breaks)

Cost: Approximately R2500 per child for a new set of uniform, plus R400 for the
rugby/hockey/netball clothes.
Second-hand clothing is also available. Parents are urged to hand in clothing for re-sale.

Primary School Uniform

Mondays & Fridays: Normal school uniform. Tracksuit jackets are not permitted with school uniform.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays: Sportswear. No jerseys are allowed with sportswear.

Grade 1:
Mondays to Thursdays: Sportswear. No jerseys are allowed with sportswear.
Fridays: Normal school uniform. Tracksuit jackets are not permitted with school uniform.

Summer Uniform Winter Uniform Step-outs Sport

Boys Boys Boys Boys

Grey Bermuda shorts Grey trousers Grey trousers Harriston tracksuit

Harriston golf shirt
White socks with red stripes
Black standard school shoes
Sleeveless jersey (when
needed)
Long sleeved jersey (when
needed)
(Winter uniform if preferred)
Black belt (if needed)
White long-sleeved shirt OR
Harriston golf shirt
Black socks
Black standard school shoes
Long sleeved jersey (red)
Harriston navy windbreaker
(padded jacket)
Long-sleeved vests not
allowed with golf shirts
Black belt White golf shirt
White long-sleeved shirt Navy sports shorts
Black socks Rugby: Practice and matches
Black standard school shoes – blue and white sports shirt
Sleeveless jersey with navy blue “pt” shorts
Tartan tie All sports matches: Blue &
white shirt
Hockey and cricket: navy
hockey socks
Tennis: white socks with red
stripes
All other sport: white socks
with red stripes

Grade 1-3: Broad-brimmed

hat
Grade 4-7: Cap or broad-
brimmed hat

Girls Girls Girls Girls

Tartan culottes Tartan slacks / culottes Tartan culottes Harriston tracksuit

Harriston golf shirt
White socks with red stripes
Black standard school shoes
(not lace-ups)
Sleeveless jersey (when
needed)
Long-sleeved jersey (when
needed)
(Winter uniform if preferred)
Only NAVY hair accessories
permitted
White long-sleeved shirt OR
Harriston golf shirt
Navy tights
Black standard school shoes
(not lace-ups)
Long-sleeved jersey (red)
Harriston navy windbreaker
Long-sleeved vests not
allowed with golf shirts
White long-sleeved shirt
Navy tights (summer or
woollen tights)
Black standard school shoes
(not lace-ups)
Sleeveless jersey
Tartan tie
Navy sports shirt
Navy sports shorts
Hockey and cricket: navy
hockey socks
Netball: white socks with red
stripes
All other sport: white socks
with red stripes
All matches: Navy sport
shirt, navy sports skirt and
navy hot pants (ski pants)
Grade 1-3: Broad-brimmed
hat
Grade 4-7: Cap or broad-
brimmed hat
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High School Uniform

No jersey or school blazer is allowed with sportswear, only tracksuit tops.

Summer uniform Winter uniform Step-outs Sport

Boys Boys Boys Boys

Grey trousers Grey trousers Grey trousers Harriston tracksuit

White short-sleeved shirt
(badge)
Black socks
Black belt
Black standard school shoes
Sleeveless jersey (red)
(Gr. 12 navy sleeveless
jersey)
(Winter Uniform if preferred)
White long-sleeved shirt
Black socks
Black belt
Black standard school shoes
Long-sleeved jersey
(Gr. 12 navy long-sleeved
jersey)
Harriston blazer
Tartan tie
Navy long coat, not black
White long-sleeved shirt
Black socks
Black belt
Black standard school shoes
Long-sleeved jersey
(Gr. 12 navy long-sleeved
jersey)
Harriston blazer
Tartan tie
Navy sport shirt
Navy sport shorts
Hockey: navy long socks
Tennis: white socks with red
stripes
All other sport: white socks
with red stripes
Harriston cap

Girls Girls Girls Girls

Tartan culottes Tartan culottes Tartan culottes Harriston tracksuit

White short-sleeved shirt
(badge)
White socks with red stripe
Black standard school shoes
(not lace-ups)
Sleeveless jersey
(Gr 12 Navy sleeveless
jersey)
(Winter uniform if preferred)
Only NAVY hair
accessories permitted
White long-sleeved shirt
Navy tights
Black standard school shoes
(not lace-ups)
Long-sleeved jersey
Tartan tie
Harriston blazer
Navy long coat, not black
White long-sleeved shirt
Navy tights
Black standard school shoes
(not lace-ups)
Long-sleeved jersey
Tartan tie
Harriston blazer
Navy sports shirt
Navy sports shorts and
Harriston skirt with navy hot
shorts for matches
Hockey: Hockey socks
Netball & tennis:
White socks with red stripe
All other sport: White socks
with red stripes
Harriston cap

Pupils must be correctly and neatly dressed at all times. All clothing, including shoes, must be clearly
marked. Pupils are required to wear the appropriate official uniform in all weather conditions.

Hair: In general, hair must not be worn in such a manner so as to attract attention.

 BOYS: extreme hairstyles are NOT acceptable; no dreadlocks/extensions, gel or colouring; hair is to
be kept neatly styled; hair must not cover ears or end less than 3cm above shirt collar.
 GIRLS: extreme hairstyles are NOT acceptable; shoulder length hair must be tied back; no
dreadlocks/ colouring or coloured extensions. Only navy hair accessories may be worn.

No jewellery, other than watches (boys and girls); one pair of plain sleepers or studs in pierced ears may be
worn (girls only). No nail polish or make-up may be worn.

Keep blazer neat-looking by cleaning it at regular intervals.

Boys must be clean-shaven. Sideburns, moustaches and bearded fluff are not allowed.

No visible tattoos are allowed.

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10. Leadership

Annually a school head boy, head girl and deputies, will be elected.

Each matric pupil will have a leadership portfolio. These portfolios will include, amongst others,
administration, sport, culture, environment, houses, pastoral care and safety and security. A
leadership pledge will be signed, and each matric will be held accountable for fulfilling their
promises within their various portfolios. The leaders will be appointed, following voting by the high
school pupils and staff. The head/s of school will liaise with management on a regular basis.
Leader meetings will be held at least once every two weeks.

In the primary school, a group of Grade 7 pupils will be appointed as monitors for a term on a
rotational basis. Each child will be responsible for a variety of different tasks: tuck shop, library
duty during break, foyer area during break and field duty. The Grade 7s also have the responsibility
of raising the flag in the mornings and taking it down every afternoon. They also look after the
Grade 1 to 6 classes before register in the mornings.

All duties of the matric leaders, as well as the Grade 7 Monitors, will be discussed with them,
clearly explained and adapted as the need arises.

A leader/leaders of the boarding house will also be chosen from the senior classes.

High school pupils and staff will vote for leaders during mid-October. The result of these votes will
be discussed at a meeting of the high school staff, after which the head of school and the deputy:
High school will choose the leadership team.

11. Awards

The awards policy is available on the D6 Communicator or can be supplied on request.

12. School Rules and Code of Conduct

INTRODUCTION

Standards of behaviour acceptable at Harriston are those viewed by society as the acceptable
norm. The pupils’ behaviour, at all times when they can be associated with the school, and
particularly when in school uniform, must be a credit to the school.

Behaviour is a collective responsibility and Harriston pupils should gradually assume responsibility
for their own behaviour. Staff and parents must promote among the children an awareness of the
need for:

* Self- Control
* Courtesy
* Contribution to the school
* Consideration
* Consistency
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APPEARANCE

Pupils must be correctly and neatly dressed at all times. All clothing, including shoes, must be
clearly marked. Pupils are required to wear the appropriate official uniform in all weather
conditions.

No visible tattoos are allowed. No jewellery, other than a watch, and one pair of plain sleepers or
studs in pierced earlobes may be worn (girls). No other body piercings are allowed and no nail
polish or make-up.

Sporting teams must be properly attired. Pupils will not be allowed to represent the school if they
are not wearing the appropriate/designated sportswear.

Chewing gum is not permitted.

CONDUCT AND MANNERS

Always be respectful and helpful to visitors to the school and staff.

Pupils must always stand up and greet visitors and staff.
Pupils must, in or out of school, behave in a manner which will promote and retain the excellent
reputation of Harriston.

LATE-COMERS

All late-comers must report to the secretary from where they will be directed. No pupil may go
directly to assembly or his/her classroom in order to avoid disruption of lessons.

AREAS OUT OF BOUNDS

 Entrance foyer and office block, unless on official business or on entering and leaving
school.
 All areas where cars and bicycles are parked, fences and banks.
 Classrooms after school and during breaks.
 The school hall, unless accompanied by a teacher.
 Areas allocated to a specific group (e.g. jungle gym, boarding house)

LITTER

Pupils must keep the school litter-free. All litter must be discarded in the bins provided.

CELLPHONE POLICY

The use of cellphones during school hours is not allowed. However, it is clear that an effective
communication channel between child and parent is of obvious benefit. For this reason, the school
allows the use of the phone in the afternoons when a rehearsal, extra lessons or sports fixtures,
etc. have ended. All calls must be made in the school foyer.

If a pupil is ill he/she must report to reception first. If a phone is used during school hours, it will be
confiscated for a week.
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GENERAL

Pupils may not leave the school grounds without the permission of the Head of School.

No fighting, bullying, swearing or theft will be tolerated.

Pupils may only report ill to their teacher, the secretary or to the relevant person in the boarding
house. This includes break times.

Parents of pupils who repeatedly transgress rules, will be notified of this so that an appropriate
form of remedial or corrective action can be decided upon.

The school has an approved disciplinary hearing procedure and this document is available on
request.

Due dates for the submission of assignments are negotiated between teacher and class. If this
date is missed, a 24 hour extension may be granted. Thereafter, 10% will be deducted for each
day in which the assignment is not handed in. If homework is not done, a “late” (detention) is given
and the work must be done and presented within 24 hours.

Absenteeism requires a letter from the parents or a doctor (in the case of a test being missed) to
be handed to the class teacher. It is the pupil’s own responsibility to enquire about the work missed
and to catch up.

It is the pupil’s responsibility to look after his/her possessions. Lockers are available where
valuable items can be locked away.

IN ALL THINGS USE COMMON SENSE!

HARRISTON CODE OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINARY PROCESS FOR PUPILS

Misconduct on any outings / activities / sport events will result in pupils being suspended.

The abovementioned document is available to all pupils and parents on request.

It details offences and appropriate suggested consequences and the procedure regarding the
holding of Disciplinary Hearings and the Appeal Process.
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13. Boarding House Rules

Rules and regulations are in place to ensure that the boarding house offers boarders a friendly,
safe and comfortable environment in which to live and to study. The school’s policy on discipline in
the boarding house is one of positive reinforcement of the rules and regulations, for the benefit of
all boarders. The school welcomes and encourages parents to be constantly involved in their
children’s welfare and happiness at the boarding house. Problems encountered should be reported
immediately without fear of recrimination and should be reported immediately to the school
management or boarding staff. In the event of any serious disciplinary problem, the Head will
consult with parents so that appropriate action may be taken.

VISITORS & VISITING

 Members of the boarding house may receive visitors at any time that is convenient to the
daily schedule. Pupils’ leisure time will be best for this purpose.
 Visitors are not allowed into bedrooms. Visitors may see the boarders either outside, or in
the common room. Visits should be pre-arranged with the staff member on duty.
 Pupils will only be allowed to go out during the week if these outings fall within the
boarding house routine. Pupils need written permission from their parents for outings.
 Town visit: Pupils will be allowed to go to town on Wednesdays from 15h30 to 16h45.
Pupils must wear school uniform and walk to town and back in a group (see “trips to town”).
Whenever pupils go out as a group, they should wear their school uniform (including
blazers).
 Boarders may obtain permission to go out and visit friends provided the parents give
personal (call or email) permission to the staff member on duty.

This will include:

1. Written permission from parents stating the name of the person to be visited.
2. The name of the adult who will be responsible for the welfare of the child during the period
of absence from the Boarding House.
3. The expected time of leaving and returning to the Boarding House.

Once permission has been granted, the responsible adult will be required to:

1. Sign the register when collecting the boarder.

2. Return the boarder at the stipulated time and reporting to the house staff member on duty.

STUDY

 Study will be from 17h00 to 18h00 and again from 19h00 to 20h00.
 An extra hour will be allowed if boarders have been unable to complete their homework in
time.
 Grade 12 pupils may study in their rooms.
 Once homework is completed boarders should do general reading.
 If there is an arranged evening outing, study must be done in the afternoon after arranging
with the staff member on duty.

LEISURE TIME

 Leisure time is indicated on the daily schedule, where pupils are not required for any formal
activity.
 This is an ideal time to play, make and receive phone calls, have friends visiting, etc.
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MONITORS

 A senior pupil will be appointed Monitor on a roster system.

 Duties will be done from Monday to Friday and will include:
1. General discipline
2. Assisting with discipline at meal times and study
3. Waking of pupils in the morning and to make sure that they get ready for the day
4. Making sure that lights are out at bedtime

PUPIL INTERACTION

Boarders share accommodation and should therefore:

 Respect each other each other’s space

 Help each other
 Be an example to each other
 Co-operate
 Create a “home from home” atmosphere

BATHROOMS and BEDROOMS

 These are to be kept neat and tidy at all times. Inspection will be held on a daily basis.
 Personal hygiene is very important. A bath / shower are to be taken daily.
 Care should be taken not to spend too much time in the shower and to ensure that there is
enough hot water for everybody.

PROHIBITED AREAS

 Any classroom or foyer after school unless arranged

 The kitchen area
 Dormitories during school hours
 Other pupils’ rooms and lockers
 Boys may not enter the girls’ rooms and girls may not enter the boys’ rooms

LANGUAGE

 No swearing or offensive language may be used

 English is the language of instruction at Harriston and all pupils are encouraged to speak
English at all times.
 When in their rooms and in the company of pupils of the same mother tongue, pupils may
converse in their preferred language

DRESS CODE

 Casual dress should always be appropriate.

 Parents are asked to check which clothes are packed for the week.

CONTRABAND

 Pupils may not be in possession of items such as cigarettes, drugs, pornography or alcohol.
 Prescribed medication must reported to / handed in to a staff members
 If such items are found, the matter is to be reported to the Head of School immediately.
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CELLPHONES and VALUABLES

 Cellphones may be used in free time but must be turned off during study times, meal
times and evening devotions.
 Cellphones must be handed in to the staff member on duty for safe-keeping.
 Pupils are urged not to bring items of value (e.g. excessive cash, CDs, etc.) to the
boarding house.
 Grade 12 pupils are allowed to bring laptops to the Boarding House for study
purposes.

TRIPS TO TOWN

 High school pupils will be allowed to go to town on Wednesday afternoons from 15h30 to
16h45. Pupils must be in groups of at least three.
 Students are to keep within the designated routes. To Spar – Greyling Street past the
sports grounds. To Town - via Mauritz and Stuart Streets only.

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE

 Pupils are not allowed to leave the boarding house without permission from the staff
member on duty.
 Parents will be required to sign children out on a Friday unless alternative arrangements
have been made in writing.
 Pupils must wear school uniform when leaving the boarding house on Friday afternoons
and when they return on Monday mornings.
 The Boarding House will be open from Mondays at 07h00 until Fridays 13h30.