The School recognises that the learning process is not confined to the classroom and that school life and social interchange are very important aspects of the educational process. We endeavor to provide a well-balanced extracurricular programme.
Dance Rules
Dances are usually organised by the Student Council, but may be sponsored by clubs and other groups.
The rules below apply to all dances organised on campus for students:
• school sound equipment may be operated by authorised personnel only.
• the organisers of a dance must ensure that a minimum of six chaperones are recruited for the dance.
• all dances will be held on campus, except junior/senior prom.
• all dances will be scheduled to end no later than 10:00 pm.
• dances are normally scheduled for Friday or Saturday nights. Some dances may be scheduled on other nights for special occasions.
• any student who arrives more than 30 minutes late for a dance will not be admitted to the school grounds.
• students who leave a dance will not be re-admitted to the dance, and are expected to leave the school grounds immediately.
• anyone arriving under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be admitted to the dance, and will face further disciplinary action.
• no outside guests are allowed to attend ACS dances or the Junior- Senior Prom.
• smoking is not permitted by students.
• any student who is asked to leave a dance by a chaperone must do so immediately and without question. The parents of any student under the age of 18 will be called and asked to escort the student home.
• chaperones are responsible for the supervision of the dances and the implementation of the rules. The head chaperone will report in writing to the Principal any breach of rules requiring disciplinary action.
Facilities Usage
The school grounds are open to parents and students in the evenings and on Saturdays and Sundays providing that no school sporting events are scheduled. At certain times of the year, some portion of the grounds may be closed to allow maintenance work to be carried out.
Any parent who wants to arrange to use an indoor facility should first contact the Head of School’s secretary for permission. All activities that take place on campus must be recorded on the “Calendar of Events”. Parents in charge of activities are responsible for filing an “Event Planner,” which is available from the Head of School’s office.
Field Trips
On school field trips all students are to maintain good behavior and all school rules are in effect.
Interscholastic Sports Programme
During the week there are regular after school practices and games for the students engaged in interscholastic competition.
Boys and girls sports teams compete with other London area schools. They also take part in the I.S.S.T. (International Schools Sports Tournament) competition in Europe.
The following sports are normally offered at the Varsity and Junior Varsity levels:
a. Fall (Sept. – Nov.)
Boys & Girls Soccer Boys
Girls Volleyball
Boys and Girls Cross-Country
b. Winter (Nov. – Mar.)
Boys & Girls Basketball
Boys Rugby
Boys & Girls Swimming
Cheerleading
Dance
c. Spring (Mar. – May)
Boys and Girls Tennis
Boys & Girls Track
Boys Baseball
Girls Softball
Golf (co-ed)
It should be noted that families will be expected to pay a portion of the student’s expenses for participation in an overseas sports trip. Included in this payment is basic travel insurance purchased with the student’s ticket. Please note carefully the following points:
• deposits or charges paid in advance are recoverable only if cancellation arises from the illness or injury of the person planning to travel.
• if an athlete is sent home early for disciplinary reasons, fees are not recoverable and any additional fees are the responsibility of the athlete’s family.
• if the insured person is injured or becomes ill while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, an insurance claim will not be honoured.
• any loss or damage to baggage while in the custody of a carrier (airline, etc.) must be notified immediately to such a carrier and a report obtained. In the case of an airline a Property Irregularity Report must be included.
• any loss of money or valuables or any possible theft of property must be reported to the local police within 24 hours of discovery and a detailed report obtained. If there is a representative of the tour operator in the locality, he should also be informed.
• a receipt should be obtained for any expenditure which might be the subject of a claim.
• if medical attention is required, a Medical Certificate must be obtained from the Authority providing such treatment details the nature of the illness or injury.
• the insurance will be void if the student is travelling against medical advice.
• if the student’s holiday is extended or curtailed due to injury or illness arising abroad, you should obtain a letter from the Medical Authority concerned confirming that the extension or curtailment is medically necessary.
Student Council
The High School Student Council meets at least once a week.
The student body elects the Student Council that is responsible for organising social activities on behalf of the students and for determining student needs and opinions on matters affecting them. The Council works closely with both the student body and administration in an effort to build a stronger school community.
Vacation Excursions
During the school vacation periods, excursions are organised by the school and chaperoned by teachers and other members of staff. Trips include skiing holidays, cultural excursions and service learning expeditions.
Dance Rules
Dances are usually organised by the Student Council, but may be sponsored by clubs and other groups.
The rules below apply to all dances organised on campus for students:
• school sound equipment may be operated by authorised personnel only.
• the organisers of a dance must ensure that a minimum of six chaperones are recruited for the dance.
• all dances will be held on campus, except junior/senior prom.
• all dances will be scheduled to end no later than 10:00 pm.
• dances are normally scheduled for Friday or Saturday nights. Some dances may be scheduled on other nights for special occasions.
• any student who arrives more than 30 minutes late for a dance will not be admitted to the school grounds.
• students who leave a dance will not be re-admitted to the dance, and are expected to leave the school grounds immediately.
• anyone arriving under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be admitted to the dance, and will face further disciplinary action.
• no outside guests are allowed to attend ACS dances or the Junior- Senior Prom.
• smoking is not permitted by students.
• any student who is asked to leave a dance by a chaperone must do so immediately and without question. The parents of any student under the age of 18 will be called and asked to escort the student home.
• chaperones are responsible for the supervision of the dances and the implementation of the rules. The head chaperone will report in writing to the Principal any breach of rules requiring disciplinary action.
Facilities Usage
The school grounds are open to parents and students in the evenings and on Saturdays and Sundays providing that no school sporting events are scheduled. At certain times of the year, some portion of the grounds may be closed to allow maintenance work to be carried out.
Any parent who wants to arrange to use an indoor facility should first contact the Head of School’s secretary for permission. All activities that take place on campus must be recorded on the “Calendar of Events”. Parents in charge of activities are responsible for filing an “Event Planner,” which is available from the Head of School’s office.
Field Trips
On school field trips all students are to maintain good behavior and all school rules are in effect.
Interscholastic Sports Programme
During the week there are regular after school practices and games for the students engaged in interscholastic competition.
Boys and girls sports teams compete with other London area schools. They also take part in the I.S.S.T. (International Schools Sports Tournament) competition in Europe.
The following sports are normally offered at the Varsity and Junior Varsity levels:
a. Fall (Sept. – Nov.)
Boys & Girls Soccer Boys
Girls Volleyball
Boys and Girls Cross-Country
b. Winter (Nov. – Mar.)
Boys & Girls Basketball
Boys Rugby
Boys & Girls Swimming
Cheerleading
Dance
c. Spring (Mar. – May)
Boys and Girls Tennis
Boys & Girls Track
Boys Baseball
Girls Softball
Golf (co-ed)
It should be noted that families will be expected to pay a portion of the student’s expenses for participation in an overseas sports trip. Included in this payment is basic travel insurance purchased with the student’s ticket. Please note carefully the following points:
• deposits or charges paid in advance are recoverable only if cancellation arises from the illness or injury of the person planning to travel.
• if an athlete is sent home early for disciplinary reasons, fees are not recoverable and any additional fees are the responsibility of the athlete’s family.
• if the insured person is injured or becomes ill while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, an insurance claim will not be honoured.
• any loss or damage to baggage while in the custody of a carrier (airline, etc.) must be notified immediately to such a carrier and a report obtained. In the case of an airline a Property Irregularity Report must be included.
• any loss of money or valuables or any possible theft of property must be reported to the local police within 24 hours of discovery and a detailed report obtained. If there is a representative of the tour operator in the locality, he should also be informed.
• a receipt should be obtained for any expenditure which might be the subject of a claim.
• if medical attention is required, a Medical Certificate must be obtained from the Authority providing such treatment details the nature of the illness or injury.
• the insurance will be void if the student is travelling against medical advice.
• if the student’s holiday is extended or curtailed due to injury or illness arising abroad, you should obtain a letter from the Medical Authority concerned confirming that the extension or curtailment is medically necessary.
Student Council
The High School Student Council meets at least once a week.
The student body elects the Student Council that is responsible for organising social activities on behalf of the students and for determining student needs and opinions on matters affecting them. The Council works closely with both the student body and administration in an effort to build a stronger school community.
Vacation Excursions
During the school vacation periods, excursions are organised by the school and chaperoned by teachers and other members of staff. Trips include skiing holidays, cultural excursions and service learning expeditions.
