1.I  RIGHTS

Procedures for implementing rights in the school

1.I.1 Right of association

1.I.1.1 Definition and conditions of practice

The right of association gives adult students the possibility of creating an association within the school. Minor students can benefit from this right within the framework of associations managed by adults.

1.I.1.2 Limits

The exercise of the right of association implies respect for the main general principles: secularism, neutrality, pluralism. The association must not have a political, religious or commercial object or activity. The program of activities of the association must be submitted for opinion to the general assembly of student representatives and must be regularly brought to the attention of the Principal and the School Board.

1.I.2 Right of expression

1.I.2.1 Definition and conditions of practice

The right of expression is an individual and collective right allowing students to express an idea, an opinion, an opinion, a proposal or to disseminate information within the school. This right is exercised in particular by means of meetings, publications, surveys and postings.

1.I.2.2 Limits

The exercise of the right of expression by any member of the school community implies respect for the fundamental principles of education and human rights: secularism, neutrality, pluralism, respect for others, spirit of tolerance, no propaganda, no proselytizing. Any document displayed or published must be signed by its author and must be communicated beforehand to the Principal or his representative, who reserves the right to stop or suspend its distribution. Illegal posting and graffiti do not fall within the scope of freedom of expression.

1.I.3 Right of meeting

1.I.3.1 Definition and conditions of practice

The right of assembly is a collective right whose main objective is to facilitate information for pupils. Students can meet to discuss projects or topics that are close to their hearts and can report them to their representative bodies at any time.

The right to meet is exercised outside the class hours provided for in the participants’ schedule. The Principal authorises or not the meeting after possible opinion of the School Board in the event of intervention of external personalities

1.I.3.2  Limits

This right is exercised with respect for neutrality, secularism, pluralism and under conditions guaranteeing the security of persons and property. The subject of the meetings or debates must relate to civic and social themes, topical issues, of general interest, having their place in the education of young people for citizenship. Any action or initiative of an advertising, commercial, political, religious or proselytising nature is prohibited.

1.I.4 Right of  representation

Delegates students

The class delegates (two teachers, two substitutes), elected by their classmates according to the procedures in force in the French education system, play a fundamental role as representatives and spokespersons. Their right of representation is exercised in the following instances.

1.I.4.1.a In primary 

Two delegates are elected in each of the classes from CP to CM2. 3 councils are held during the year, supervised by the Director. A report is then distributed and commented on in class.

1.I.4.1.b Class Council

Two delegates attend class councils.

1.I.4.1.c Council for High School Life and Council for College Life

For the CVL, all high school students are eligible for the CVC, all middle school students are eligible. The president of CVL and CVC is the principal. The vice-presidents of the CVL and CVC are students elected by the members of the commissions

1.I.4.1.d Institution council

The vice-presidents of the CVL and CVC participate, with a decision-making voice, in the work of the Institution council.

1.I.4.1.e Disciplinary Board

The two student representatives, elected to represent the students on the School Council.

1.I.5 Right to well-being

Every pupil has the right to a healthy and safe environment, and the school has an obligation to take into account the well-being of the pupil in the broad sense of the word, in accordance with the Norwegian Education Act OPPLAERINGSLOVEN chapter 9A and the Education Code, in its 1st title: rights and obligations of students (articles R511-1 to R511-75) and the law of July 26, 2019 setting out the right for each student to attend school without school harassment, within of a school of trust.

When a student feels bad at school, they need to be heard and a plan put in place to improve their situation. The plan is put in place with the student and communicated to the parents. The institution may call on external partners as part of this plan.

All staff within the school are the guarantors of this right and more specifically, in the missions that are theirs, the school life staff, the Principal Education Advisor (CPE), the members of the Well-Being Unit, the director of the primary school and the headteacher.

Every adult in the school has the responsibility to report a situation of ill-being. A reporting procedure is communicated to the Management and commits it to deal with any problem.

This right to well-being concerns all members of the school community.

Article 9 A-5 specifies in particular that if school personnel suspect or discover that another person working at the school is exposing a pupil to intimidation, violence or discrimination, they must immediately inform the principal, who must then inform the owner of the school (chairman of the management board). If the offender is a member of management, staff will notify the owner directly.

1.II  OBLIGATIONS

Content and definitions of obligations

1.II.1 Obligation of assiduity and punctuality

1.II.1.1 Definition of attendance

Attendance is an essential condition for carrying out the student’s personal project and academic success. It consists of accomplishing all the tasks inherent to his studies.

It is required for all courses, whether compulsory or optional. The latter, chosen freely at the time of registration, become compulsory for the entire school year.

It implies that the student

• be present at the courses listed on the timetable with all their belongings, including for the options chosen
• arrives on time
• do their homework and submit their work on time
• submits to the methods of control and evaluation of knowledge
• attends information sessions on studies and professional careers, intended to facilitate the development by the student of his personal orientation project.
• participate in the activities offered by the school.

1.II.1.2 Checking the attendance requirement

1.II.1.2.a Method of control

At each hour of class, the teachers check the presence of the pupils who are placed under their responsibility. They make a call and report absences online via the school life software. Their responsibility is engaged if the control is not carried out rigorously.

In primary school, a roll call register is filled out in the morning and at the beginning of the afternoon, to list absent pupils, the reasons for absence and late arrivals. In the event of unjustified absences or repeated lateness, these are indicated by the teacher to the Director, who will discuss with the parents.

These provisions apply to other members of the educational team responsible for activities organized by the school.

1.II.1.2. b Justification of absences and late arrivals

For the primary

• Parents must inform, in writing, of the absence of their child either the same day or when the student returns.
• Any foreseeable occasional absence must obtain the prior approval of the primary school director.

For secondary

• Any absence or delay must be justified. The adult student can justify his absence himself, but any repeated absence will be reported to the parents if the student is dependent on them.
• The reason for the absence must be indicated as well as its duration. The office of school life (vie scolaire) appreciates the validity of the reasons provided. Absences must all be justified by valid reasons: events concerning close family, health reasons, religious holidays or ceremonies listed in the Official Bulletin of National Education, administrative or medical summonses.
• Parents must inform the same day of the absence of their child by calling school life or by sending an e-mail. When the student returns to school, the absence must be justified in writing in order to be able to return to class.
• The person in charge of School Life (Vie Scolaire) immediately informs, by e-mail, the legal guardians of the pupil if an absence has not been duly justified and then requests proof.
• Any foreseeable absence must be notified in writing. In the event of absence for an appointment during the day, the student must report to school life to be able to return to his class.
• Absences and unjustified delays are recorded on the student’s quarterly report

For both primary and secondary :

• It is mandatory to report the appearance of contagious disease such as chickenpox or scarlet fever.
• Depending on the case, a certificate of non-contagion may be required upon the student’s return.
• The administration will inform families according to established procedures.

1.II.1.2.c Regular absences

If the number of absences becomes too high in one or more subjects, the pupil receives a written warning. If the absences continue, the student may be sanctioned more heavily. (See chapter 4)

For children in preschool, parents undertake to respect the principle of school attendance.

1.II.1.2. d Delays

In elementary school and preschool

If a pupil arrives late, he can only go to class with the authorisation of the primary school director and will be accompanied by an adult from the school in class.

In middle school and high school

If a student arrives late for a lesson, he will have to go to school life (vie scolaire).

If more than 10 minutes late, the student may be refused access to the class. He will then be directed to the service of school life. From the 3rd delay, he may be invited to come on overtime work.

1.II.1.2. e Procedure

In the event that the number of late arrivals or absences is too great, the student and his parents can:

• be invited to an interview with the management
• receive an oral or written warning for the student
• The Norwegian and French administrations will be informed of absences as part of the management of scholarships given to families for schooling. After 22 days of unjustified absence during the semester, re-registration the following year may be refused.

1.II.1.2.f : Exemption from sporting activities

An exemption or incapacity may be total or partial. For the latter, the teacher will adapt the activity, if possible.

Exemption for more than one cycle (sequence or module): Upon presentation of a medical certificate, with the agreement of the sport teacher, may be exempted.

The student must bring an appropriate outfit according to the activity practiced, the weather.

1.II.2 Methods of evaluating school work

In preschool a success booklet is regularly issued to parents indicating the progress of their child.

In elementary school, digital skills booklets can be consulted by parents twice a year.

In secondary school, the evaluation of school work makes it possible to assess the results and behavior of the term. A quarterly bulletin is given to parents (or directly to adult students) following the class council, to be kept for orientation procedures.

1.II.2.1 Absence from a test

This absence distorts the overall results of the student. If the absence is not justified, the student is sanctioned in accordance with Chapter 4.

Whether there is proof or not the teacher can do a new check when the student returns, or, if the teacher judges that the number of evaluations does not allow a significant average of the student’s level, the student will not have marks that term. On his report is then indicated the number of checks carried out on all the checks of the quarter. The marks obtained are subject to an appreciation and not an average.

With regard to homework, students who do not complete homework by the set date are penalized in accordance with Chapter 4 and may be subject to immediate supervision.

1.II.2.2 Cheating or plagiarism

It is forbidden to use texts, images and material without indicating the source. This is considered cheating or plagiarism.

The student who cheated or plagiarized will be sanctioned according to the procedures provided for in the rules of procedure; he may also be led to produce a new work depending on the nature of the plagiarism and the circumstances.

1.II.2.3 Zero Rating

A zero rating cannot be a disciplinary sanction. However, a work whose results are objectively zero, an assignment not submitted without valid reason, a blank copy or one manifestly tainted by cheating are justifiable for zero marking, which in no way excludes a disciplinary decision.

1.II.3 Obligations inherent in collective life and the operation of the school

Mutual respect from members of the school and educational community is expected. Reference is made to the fundamental principles: equality, neutrality, secularism and respect for human rights, including gender equality.

In this spirit, and although the school is not responsible for the acts committed by the pupils outside the school, it reserves the right to sanction any behavior which, by its repercussions, would harm the well-being of the members of the school community.

1.II.3.1 Respect for people

• Respect other members of the school community (bullying, extortion and other verbal or physical violence are prohibited). The property complies with the rules of the Norwegian Welfare Act (Ch. 9A of the Norwegian Act).
• Any member of the community can ask management about a point regarding “well-being”. Management has 5 working days to provide a response or to put in place a procedure leading to an improvement in “well-being”.
• Have a respectful attitude, dress and behavior.
• Respect the instructions of any adult, member of the staff of the school and therefore having an educational mission.
• No photo or video may be taken of a member of the community without their prior written permission. Any distribution on social networks of an image taken within the school of a member of the community must be subject to prior written authorization.
• The large number of students present in the school requires the organization of staggered breaks: some classes may be in recess while others need concentration and calm to follow a course or take an exam: it is important to be aware that noise pollution disrupts the smooth running of the school: everyone is therefore asked, depending on their age or function, to contribute to keeping the noise level reasonable.
• Any activity such as betting, games, challenge, coinage, which may lead to financial or material gains or losses is prohibited.

1.II.3.2 Respect for goods and hygiene

• Respect the environment, the state of the buildings, the premises, the equipment. Any degradation is sanctioned and financial compensation may be requested from the parents.
• In the event of damage, the high school student hostel may be closed as a precautionary measure for an indefinite period.
• The notion of respect implies that everyone must be an actor in maintaining cleanliness. During the school year, students may be asked to participate in maintenance and cleaning actions. Similarly, if a student notices a lack of hygiene or safety, he is encouraged to report it to the administration as soon as possible.
• Hygiene procedures for rooms and common areas must be respected
• The health and hygiene rules in force must be respected.
• It is forbidden to eat in the corridors, offices, or during lessons (except exams)
• Pupils must get some fresh air during recess and not park in places not provided for this purpose (toilets, corridors, stairs, etc.)

1.II.3.3 Prohibited objects or products

• It is forbidden to bring into the establishment dangerous, flammable or toxic objects, alcoholic or energetic drinks as well as objects or substances legally prohibited.

• Transactions of valuables of any kind are prohibited. The school cannot be held responsible for the loss or damage of personal items.

• Cell phone use

For primary and secondary

The use of mobile phones or connected objects is not authorized within the premises of the school after authorization from a member of the staff. In order to enforce this rule, the phone must be turned off and stored at the bottom of the bag. You may also be asked to leave it in your locker.

On the Vulkan site, tolerance is granted during the students’ lunch break. On times outside of class, in the morning and in the afternoon, they are asked not to use their telephone. However, its use may be exceptionally authorized to allow group work. Students will contact the supervisor beforehand. Teachers within the class can propose its use to serve educational activities.

1.II.3.4 Cohabitation with primary school

The Lycée Français René Cassin welcomes students of extremely different ages. The coexistence of nursery, elementary, middle school and high school classes is an originality and a richness of our school.

However, it imposes rules of life.

Students have the right to play ball independently under the following conditions:

• Use a soft ball (neither leather nor hard inflated rubber).
• Kick shots should always be controlled (no hard shots, no high shots).
• Play must stop immediately when someone wishes to cross the field.
• It is forbidden to play ball during the morning reception, until 8:45 a.m.
• In the event of common primary/secondary recreation periods, the primary ones have priority over the play structure and the swings, the secondary ones have priority over the ping-pong table and ball games.
• Access to the large structure is reserved for those over 5 years old: when in common use, priority of passage is given to the little ones
• The swings are reserved for students up to 5eme (7th Grade)
• The table tennis table must be used in turns

Adults can intervene at any time to regulate or prohibit games that are too dangerous

In the part of the building common to secondary and primary, secondary students must give priority of circulation to primary students, respect silence during interclasses, limit the noise level in the students’ foyer.

1.II.3.5 Animals are prohibited within the premises of the establishment.

1.II.3.6 It is forbidden to smoke or vape on school grounds.

1.II.3.7 Vehicles must be parked outside the premises of the school, except with prior and exclusive authorization given by the administration.

1.II.3.8 student lockers

Each secondary school student has a locker with a personal padlock and is therefore responsible for their belongings. The school declines all responsibility in the event of loss or theft.

1.II.3.9 Lost objects

A lost and found space in the Primary building and a basket in the secondary gymnasium are available and are emptied during each school holiday period. Information will be sent to make items found regularly available to parents.