Students Code of Conduct

Students Code of Conduct

School Rules and Regulations

We believe our students practise sound character, good citizenship and effective self-leadership through:

  • 3Rs:

    RULES, RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY

  • 4As:

    ATTIRE, ATTITUDE, ATTENDANCE, ASSIGNMENTS

  • ATTIRE

    School Uniform
    School Uniform for Boys
    School Uniform for Girls
    PE Attire for Boys
    PE Attire for Girls

    The school uniform is a representation of the school and its history. The school uniform is to be worn in a dignified manner that befits a YCKSian. Students are to wear the prescribed school uniform and modification to the uniform is not allowed.

    For the girls, the length of the skirt must be worn no shorter than two finger widths above the knee.  For the boys, the pants should not be shortened beyond the ankles.

    The school uniform must be worn during school assembly on Tuesdays.

    PE Attire

    Only the school PE T-shirt and shorts must be worn for PE lessons unless permission has been granted otherwise. On Mondays and non-HBL Fridays, when there are PE lessons, students may choose to wear the Level T-shirt.

    Level T-shirt

    Students can only wear the Level T-shirt meant for their level. This can only be worn on Mondays and non-HBL Fridays. The school may inform students to wear the Level T-shirt on special occasions e.g. Sports Carnival and National Day Celebration.

    CCA Attire

    Only approved CCA attire or PE attire is allowed for CCAs.

    Cardigans/ Sweaters

    Cardigans must not be worn except in air-conditioned rooms. Students who are feeling unwell should rest in the Sick Bay.

    Footwear

    Only school-approved plain white shoes and socks without any logo are allowed. Socks must be visibly worn. Sports shoes may be worn for CCAs and on special occasions such as Sports Carnival, with permission from the teacher-in-charge.

    GROOMING

    Hairstyle
    Front view for boys
    Side view for boys
    Front view for girls
    Side view for girls
    Boys
    • Male students must be neat in appearance, clean-shaven and no facial hair is allowed.
    • Short, neat and tidy hairstyle with natural colour. Hair must not touch the eyebrows, ears or shirt collar.
    • No outlandish hairstyle.
    • No tinting, dyeing, highlighting or perming of hair.
    • No ear studs/sticks are allowed. No jewellery/ ornaments is to be worn.
    • Fingernails should be short and unvarnished.
    • Coloured or fanciful contact lenses are not allowed.
    • Make-up (including coloured lip balm and tinted sunblock) or body art is not allowed.
    Girls
    • Short, neat and tidy hairstyles with natural colour. Long hair must be tied up neatly with simple rubber bands and clips that are black.
    • No outlandish hairstyle.
    • No tinting, dyeing, highlighting or perming of hair.
    • Hair must not fall across the face or cover the eyes.
    • Only one pair of simple ear studs is allowed. No jewellery/ ornaments is to be worn.
    • Fingernails should be short and unvarnished.
    • Coloured or fanciful contact lenses are not allowed.
    • Make-up (including coloured lip balm and tinted sunblock) or body art is not allowed.

    ATTITUDE

    Conduct and Behaviour

    Students are to be courteous, respectful and well-behaved at all times.

    Morning Assembly

    All students are to report to school by 7.55 a.m. sharp.

    Students who are Singapore citizens must sing the National Anthem and take the Pledge. Students will take the Pledge with the right fist over the heart.

    Possession of Weapon

    All students are not allowed to have in their possession any weapon. They are also not allowed to bring any weapon-like item that may distract or make the school an unsafe place.

    Use of Personal Digital Devices

    The rules and policies governing the use of personal digital devices in the school aim to ensure the school community is a safe place for all students and staff, for students to learn values and self-management skills, and for learning to take place with minimal distractions. Students will be using Personal Learning Devices (PLDs) for learning purposes under the Personalised Digital Learning Programme (PDLP). Personal digital devices must not be used for non-educational or recreational purposes (e.g. playing games, listening to music). Students are not to use personal digital devices, including smartphones, during lessons unless explicit permission is given by the teacher.

    Mobile phones or smartphones must be switched off once students enter the school compound. Students must lock their mobile phones or smartphones in the lockers provided during curriculum hours, unless otherwise instructed by teachers. This includes recess, remedial lessons, enrichment programmes, workshops and CCAs. Students must also lock their PLDs in the lockers during recess time. After curriculum hours, students can use mobile phones or smartphones only in the foyer (outside General Office) and canteen. Students who urgently need to contact parents can use the phone in the General Office. Parents can contact their children through the General Office at 6456 0669 during office hours.

    No unauthorised use, modifications, uploading or distribution of audio, image and video recordings are allowed in any form, unless explicit permission has been sought and given by the teacher. 

    Any violation or suspected inappropriate use of a personal digital device will result in the device being withheld and checked as a disciplinary measure or for the purpose of investigation. 

    The school shall not be responsible for the loss of any personal digital device.

    Use of wearable technologies

    Wearable technologies, such as smartwatches with cameras, video recording, or internet-enabled features, are not permitted.

    Possession of such devices during an assessment may be regarded as an attempt to cheat.

    Social Media Conduct

    Students must act responsibly and respectfully when using and communicating on social media platforms.

    Students are expected to be mindful of the content they post publicly, ensuring that messages are not offensive, racist, vulgar, or threatening.

    Harassment and cyberbullying, including malicious comments or insults directed at individuals, are strictly prohibited. Disciplinary actions will be taken against students who violate these guidelines.

    ATTENDANCE

    All students must attend lessons, CCAs, school events and activities regularly and punctually.

    Absence from school as a result of illness must be supported by a valid Medical Certificate or letter from a certified doctor or medical specialist to be given to the Form Teacher promptly on the day the student returns to school.

    A letter from the parent / guardian will only be accepted if it is followed up by the parent/ guardian's call to the office on the day of the student's absence. For absence from school due to valid reasons and covered by parent’s letter/email, the school will not accept more than 10 such parents’ letters/emails per year.

    A copy of the Medical Certificate is also expected to be given to Subject Teacher(s) if it concerns any assessment (class assessment or school examination). Students without a medical certificate or valid reason for absence from any assessment will be awarded a zero mark.

    Absence from school, lessons, CCAs, any activities planned by the school without leave or valid reason is considered truancy. Prompt submission of document to support the absence is critical.

    ASSIGNMENTS and SCHOOL WORK

    All students are to:

    • Study diligently and conscientiously and to take pride in their work.
    • Complete all schoolwork/homework assigned to them and to submit them on time.

  • Every action has consequences. Students who break the Code of Conduct will be disciplined. Helping students realise this is one way we can empower our students to develop self-management. It is therefore important to understand the consequences for not abiding by the rules and regulations.

    The following list shows the guidelines for managing disciplinary offences and violation of the Code of Conduct. The list is not exhaustive and is subject to changes. The school reserves the right to determine the disciplinary consequences in the context of each case.

    No. Offense Consequences
    1 Inappropriate Attire
    1st Offense
    • The student is required to make the necessary corrections immediately.
    • For attire or grooming issues that cannot be resolved on the spot, the student will be given one day to make the required adjustments.
    • Parents will be informed of the consequences for subsequent recurring offence;
    Recurring Offense
    • Student will serve detention (1 hour) after school.
    • Parents will be required to pick up students for haircut.

    For parents who are not contactable or unavailable, student will be suspended from lessons for the day.

    For coloured and inappropriate hairstyles, parents will be notified and they have to pick student up from school for immediate follow up.
    2 Late-coming
    Late for Lesson (4 times or less)
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Parents will be informed of consequences for subsequent recurring offence;
    • Student will be given an excuse slip for returning to class;
    • Student will serve detention (1 hour) after school.
    Late for School (6 times or less)
    • Parents will be informed of consequences for subsequent recurring offence;
    • Student will be given an excuse slip for returning to class;
    • Student will serve detention (1 hour) after school (3rd - 6th times).
    Recurring offence (More than 6 times)
    • Parents to meet Level DM;
    • Referral to SSC for mandatory counselling sessions;
    • Suspension (1 day) from class (7th time and more) and a possible "Fair" or "Poor" conduct grade.
    Reporting to School after 9.00 am
    • Parents will be informed.
    • Student will be suspended from school/class if there is no valid reason.
    3 Truancy
    Truancy from Lesson
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Parents will be informed and the student will be suspended from class for the day.
    Truancy from CCA
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Parents will be informed;
    • Student will serve detention after school (1 hour).
    Recurring offence
    • Parents will meet P/ VPs and Level DM/ HOD PE and CCA (for CCA related);
    • Student will be referred for mandatory counselling sessions;
    • Suspension from class (2 days) and “Fair” conduct grade (2nd offence);
    • Suspension from school (2 days) and “Poor” conduct grade (3rd offence);
    • Caning* and “Poor” conduct grade (4th and subsequent offences).
    Truancy from School
    • Parents will be informed and have to meet P/ VPs and Level DM;
    • Student will provide a written statement upon return to school;
    • Student will be referred for mandatory counselling sessions;
    • Suspension from class (3 days) and “Fair” conduct grade (1st offence);
    • Suspension from school (3 days) and “Poor” conduct grade (2nd offence);
    • Caning* and “Poor” conduct grade (recurring offences).
    4 Defiance
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Parents will be informed;
    • Level DM will determine the severity of the act of defiance. Punishments may include community service, letter of apology, public apology, mediation between parties involved or suspension;
    • Possible “Fair” or “Poor” conduct grade.
    5 Inappropriate use of personal digital devices (including mobile phone, smartphone, smartwatch, PLD, etc)
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Parents will be informed of the consequences of a subsequent recurring offence;
    • Personal digital device will be withheld and returned at the end of the day by Level DM;
    • Student will have to serve Detention after school (1 hour) for second offence onwards.
    Recurring offence (More than 5 times)
    • Parents will meet Level DM;
    • Student may be banned from bringing personal digital device to school or personal digital device will be held by school during curriculum hours;
    • Student will be referred for mandatory counselling sessions (if necessary);
    • Possible “Fair” conduct grade.
    6 Smoking and Vaping
    1st Offense
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Smoking: Smokerlyser test (Reading will be recorded on the statement);
    • Vaping: Saliva test (Student will bear the cost of the test kit if the result is positive);
    • Parents/Guardians will meet Level DM;
    • Student will be suspended from class (1 day);
    • Student will be referred to the SHA for counselling and cessation support;
    • "Fair" conduct grade;
    • Update Health Sciences Authority (HSA).
    2nd Offense
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Smokerlyser test (Reading will be recorded on the statement);
    • Vaping: Saliva test (Student will born the cost of the test-kit if found positive);
    • Parents/Guardians will meet Level DM;
    • Student will be suspended from school (2 days) and Caning*
    • Student will be referred to the SHA;
    • "Poor" conduct grade;
    • Update HSA.
    Recurring offense
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Smokerlyser test (Reading will be recorded on the statement);
    • Vaping: Saliva test (Student will born the cost of the test-kit if found positive);
    • Parents/Guardians will have to meet P/ VPs and Level DM;
    • Student will be referred to the SHA;
    • Suspension from school (3 days) and Caning*
    • "Poor" conduct grade;
    • Update HSA.
    7 Vandalism
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Parents/Guardians will be informed and meet Level DM;
    • Student will be suspended immediately from class till parent's conference with School (for serious vandalism cases);
    • Student will replace and pay for damages;
    • Student will be referred for mandatory counselling sessions (if necessary);
    • "Fair" or "Poor" conduct grade.
    8 Physical Violence
    • Level DM will assess injuries (if any) and report straightaway to P/ VPs or DM if immediate medical attention is required;
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Parents/Guardians will be informed and meet Level DM;
    • Student will be suspended immediately from class until parent's conference with School;
    • Student will be referred for mandatory counselling sessions;
    • Disciplinary actions will be taken (Suspension, Caning[1], Expulsion);
    • "Fair" or "Poor" conduct grade.
    9 Body Art
    • Student will provide a written statement;
    • Parents/Guardians will need to meet P/ VPs and DM;
    • Student will be suspended immediately from school till the date of the first consultation with specialist;
    • "Poor" conduct grade.
    [1] Caning is only applicable to male students. Female students are subject to alternative disciplinary actions such as suspension.

  • RULES, RESPECT & RESPONSIBILITIES

    All Yio Chu Kang Secondary School students are taught to respect the rights of others through responsible thinking by learning to obey instructions and rules.

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