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Admission and School Rules Policy
Preamble:
At Bellville Technical High School, we are deeply committed to fostering a learning environment where discipline, academic focus, and core values are paramount. Our goal is to maximize each student’s potential, offering a nurturing setting where students feel valued, comfortable, and secure.
Discipline:
Discipline is a key attribute of all successful individuals, marked by meticulous goal-setting and a structured lifestyle. It garners respect and admiration, forming the foundation of a productive and orderly life.
School Ethos:
We are dedicated to the holistic development of our students, emphasizing psychological, emotional, social, and intellectual growth. Our team, including Educational Psychologists and Counselors, provides confidential, personalized support to address various personal and academic challenges.
Inspirational Quote:
George Washington aptly noted, “Nothing can be more hurtful to the service, than the neglect of discipline; for that discipline, more than numbers, gives one army the superiority over another.”
Parent/Guardian Responsibilities (Schools Act 1996):
- Ensure regular school attendance
- Discipline and support their child
- Foster a culture of respect and tolerance
- Monitor academic progress
- Encourage homework completion
- Maintain communication with the school staff
- Respond to school notices
- Ensure child safety
- Guide the child responsibly towards adulthood
- Set a positive example
Learner Responsibilities:
- Regularly complete homework and tasks
- Strive to pass their grades
- Adhere to school rules
- Respect authority and peers
- Obey orders promptly
- Submit assignments timely
Code of Conduct:
Aligned with Section 8 of the South African Schools’ Act, our Code of Conduct aims to create an orderly, disciplined, and purposeful environment conducive to effective education and learning.
The Code respects the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, the Schools Act, 1996, and Provincial Legislation, embodying the principles of constitutional democracy, human rights, and transparency.
Crafted in accordance with the Government Gazette of 15 May 1998, the Code focuses on:
- Morality and dignity
- Decency and good manners
- Self-discipline and consideration for others
- Upholding individual rights
- Mutual respect and responsibility
- Diligence and discipline
- Promoting effective teaching and learning
This approach aims to empower students to reach their full potential academically, vocationally, spiritually, athletically, and culturally.
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