GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS

Prime importance is given to building a sound character in students.

The co-operation of all parents is expected in ensuring the students regular and punctual attendance, good general behavior and execution of home work.

Parents should inspect the student’s school diary regularly.

Parents/Guardians must sign the Progress Report of their wards.

Change of address of parent or guardian must be intimated to the school office in writing without delay, failing which the school will not be responsible for non-receipt of communication addressed to the parents or guardian.

Parents are welcome to visit the school. However, they are requested not to enter the classrooms during school hours without first consulting the Principal. Complaints, if any, should be made only to the Principal and not to the teacher.

  • Parents should note that occasional reports from teachers are made in the School Diary/ online message system and they are requested to sign them / respond to them.
  • Parents are required to sign the P.T.M. register and any other similar document relating to their children when requested.
  • Absence from school even for a day must be noted in the “Student’s Leave Application Form” given in the School Diary. If absence lasts for more than three days the application for leave must be made to the respective Coordinator accompanied by relevant certification of the same.
  • If a child has an infectious disease parents should keep the child at home till he/she recovers. A Medical Certificate and a Fitness Certificate must be submitted on his/her return.
  • Students who are away from school for five consecutive days without permission, may have their names removed from the register, and will be re-admitted only if there is a vacancy and on payment of the admission fee. In all cases of leave of absence, prior permission from the Principal should be obtained, except in cases of unforeseen circumstances, for which an authenticated reason should be furnished by the parent or guardian. However, granting of leave is entirely up to the discretion of the Principal.
  • Long leave from school for marriages, vacation, family functions will be sanctioned only by the Principal. Leave from School must not be prefixed or suffixed to school holidays, that is: Summer & Winter holidays. If not appropriate action will be taken.
  • Parents are welcome to visit the school and meet the teachers during school hours with the prior permission of the Principal or Coordinators and on Parent Interaction Days. Complaints relating to academics, if any, may be made either to the Coordinator or teachers.
  • Parents/guardians should bring the ID card to collect the child from the school
  • Children will not be sent with any relative/uncle/aunt/cousins/neighbors etc. without written application/authorization letter from the parents.
  • Should parents wish to meet a teacher, they must seek prior written appointment on the proforma given in the school diary. On the day specified by the teacher for the appointment, the parents should bring the school diary with them. On the day of the meeting it is imperative to present the proforma at the school gate.
  • Parents of Junior School students can meet teachers on the working Saturday of the month and parent interaction days as specified in the academic planner of the school diary.
  • The observance of rules of discipline of the school and good behaviour is an essential condition to a student’s continuance in the school. In case a student violates the school rules or indulges in any form of indiscipline, strict action like expulsion/ suspension/ rustication shall be taken against the student.
  • Students are strictly forbidden to bring or burst crackers in the school or to introduce objectionable literature and other such material into the School. Strict disciplinary action will be taken against the student found doing so.
  • Mobile Phones, cameras and all other electronic items are totally banned in school. If confiscated they will not be returned. No appeal for their return will be entertained.
  • Fine of any kind or collection or sale for any purpose whatsoever requires the prior sanction of the Principal.
  • Gifts to members of the staff or other demonstrations in their honour also require the Principal’s prior sanction.
  • Celebration of birthday parties in school and ‘continuation’ parties are not permitted.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • Change in the address or telephone number of parents or guardians must be intimated to the school in writing and without delay. When communicating with the Principal, parents are requested to mention in their letter the Class, Section and Student No. of their child / children.
  • Certain festivals e.g. Id are subject to sighting of the moon. As such, parents are requested to check the Doordarshan News for announcements. Sometimes an unexpected holiday may be declared. Please check the school website.
  • Whenever excursions and picnics are organized by the school, maximum participation by students is expected. All outings are under the supervision of school staff.
  • The school is not responsible for goods lost. Therefore, it is not advisable to bring valuable articles like expensive watches, fountain pens, gold or silver ornaments, friendship bands, any other fads or too much money. Students are also advised not to leave any of the above in the class room or P.T. room.
  • Students are not permitted to wear any jewellery to school (e.g. chains, rings, bangles, bracelets etc.) Girls may wear one pair of small earrings or studs.

RECENT NEWS & EVENTS

Graduation Ceremony of Grade XII

A farewell ceremony is organized to express gratitude and appreciation towards the outgoing individuals and to acknowledge their contributions to the organization. The graduation ceremony was held on February 4, 2023, for our grade XII, ISC batch. Our young patricians lit candles and walked down the aisle, looked smart and promised to do their best in the upcoming board examination. It was an environment where emotions ran high as the young achievers reflected on their school lives and how their alma mater played an important role in moulding and building their personalities. They showcased their brimming memories and personal anecdotes about the teachers. Our Principal Rev. Bro. George Joseph addressed the gathering and presented the mementos to the students, whom he bestowed with the encouraging titles, which was a kind gesture of the organization as a matter of recognition and appreciation.

Foundation Day

St. Patrick's Academy celebrated Foundation Day on 2nd February 2023 in the presence of the Congregation Leader Rev.Br. Peter Ryan and the Province Leader Rev. Br. Jerome, Community Leader Rev. Bro. Pasca, Former congregational leader Rev. Bro. Berchmans, Founder Principal of St. Patrick's Academy, Bengaluru Rev. Bro. Britto, Director Patrick Niwas Rev. Bro. Soloman Alexander, Assistant Director Patrick Niwas Rev. Bro. Vincent Mavelil, our Principal Rev. Bro. George Joseph, all the teachers and students. It marks the foundation of the congregation of the brothers of St. Patrick or the Patrician Brothers. The congregation was founded by Rt. Rev. Dr. Daniel Delaney, under the patronage of Saint Patrick, the patron St. Of Ireland. In 2008 the brothers completed 200 years of their existence as harbingers of education, touching and making a difference in the lives of many.

ICSE Class X and ISC Class XII Results

We are extremely happy to announce the outstanding achievement of our students in the ICSE and ISC 2021- 2022 Examination. Congratulations to every student who passed the Examination with flying colours. We secured 100% results consecutively in the 6th year with multiple centums in various subjects in ICSE and ISC examinations We would like to appreciate all the members of the Team SPAB for the amazing work that they did for the excellent performance in the examination. Although the pandemic had brought forth changes in the educational process with online classes and made learning and teaching more challenging, the coordinated effort of students, teachers, parents and the school authorities with a positive mindset helped overcome every hard situation. High fly the flag of St. Patrick's Academy.