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American United School of Kuwait<br />
… A Better Choice<br />
<strong>Elementary</strong> <strong>Parent</strong> / <strong>Student</strong> <strong>Handbook</strong>
American United School of Kuwait<br />
Mailing Address:<br />
P.O. Box: 3323,<br />
Safat, 13034,<br />
Kuwait<br />
Physical Address:<br />
Jassem Mohammad AlKharafi Road<br />
Sabah Al Salem Area, Block 1,<br />
Intersection of 6th Ring Road & Fahaheel Expressway,<br />
Kuwait<br />
Website:<br />
www.auskuwait.com<br />
Telephone Number:<br />
(+965) 25530100<br />
Telephone Number:<br />
(+965) 25530115<br />
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Table of Contents<br />
Calendar At-a-Glance ………………………………….……………………………….. 4<br />
Mission, Vision Statements & Guiding Principles …………………………. 5<br />
Attendance Procedures & Information ………………………………………… 6<br />
Home School Communication ……………………………………………………… 7<br />
Special Programs & Services………..…………………………………………………. 9<br />
Study Trips ………………………………………………………………………………….. 10<br />
Healthy & Safety Procedures ………….…………………………………………. 10<br />
Nutrition Guidelines ………………………………………………………………….. 11<br />
Dress Code Guidelines ………………………………………………………………… 13<br />
Educational Resources ……………………………………………………………….. 15<br />
Homework Guidelines ………………………………………………………………… <strong>17</strong><br />
Code of Conduct ………………………………………………………………………… 19<br />
Transportation …………………………………………………………………………… 21<br />
Visitors ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 23<br />
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AMERICAN UNITED SCHOOL OF KUWAIT<br />
OUR MISSION<br />
American United School is a co-educational private school, combining 21st century digital<br />
technology and traditional student-centered learning practices to ensure that students achieve<br />
academic success and social growth.<br />
OUR VISION<br />
Our vision at AUS is to provide an outstanding American education that enables students to be<br />
inspired lifelong learners and responsible global citizens.<br />
LEARNING – ANYPLACE, ANYTIME<br />
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES<br />
At AUS we believe learning is not confined to a classroom or a campus—it should be available<br />
wherever and whenever the learner needs it.<br />
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At AUS we continually demonstrate how to be a caring community of learners— our<br />
students, teachers, staff and families are committed to educating the whole child<br />
Our School community acknowledges and recognizes the personal, cultural and social value<br />
of each individual<br />
Technology is an integral part of students’ lives, expectations, and the future – this cannot<br />
be ignored but rather explored with a deep sense of intellectual inquiry<br />
AUS is dedicated to the future global success for this planet which depends on having a<br />
diverse, well-educated workforce and citizenry.<br />
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ELEMENTARY ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES & INFORMATION<br />
Developing good attendance patterns can help instill responsibility in your child for future success.<br />
For a satisfactory completion of a year’s academic work:<br />
All children are expected to be in attendance each day unless they are sick or there is a<br />
family emergency. All other absences are considered unexcused.<br />
We encourage you to try and schedule any appointments for after school hours or during<br />
holiday time.<br />
Families should make every effort to use holiday time for planning trips out of town, or out<br />
of the country during the academic school year.<br />
Your child’s success is dependent on receiving instruction from the classroom teacher.<br />
AUS SCHOOL HOURS<br />
Breakfast: 7:00am –7:30am<br />
Pre-K: 7:30am -1:00pm<br />
Kindergarten - Fifth Grade: 7:30am -2:45pm<br />
REAL Program: 3:30pm -4:30pm<br />
1. Procedure for Absences: <strong>Parent</strong>s call (2553 0100) or email (a.hasan@aus.edu.kw) the<br />
<strong>Elementary</strong> Office on the day of their child’s absence. It is also acceptable to send a note<br />
with the child when he/she returns to school.<br />
2. Extended Absences due to Illness: If a student will be absent for an extended period of time<br />
due to illness or injury, we encourage parents to communicate with AUS as soon as possible.<br />
If a student misses three or more consecutive days due to illness, a student must bring a<br />
note from a doctor indicating the nature of the illness. This will be kept on file with the<br />
School Nurse.<br />
3. Absences and Homework: In the event of an absence for more than one day, student work<br />
can be collected by calling the <strong>Elementary</strong> School Receptionist (2553 0100). Requests made<br />
by 10:00 am will allow time for the classroom teacher to prepare and collect the necessary<br />
homework materials for the student.<br />
4. Late Arrivals: <strong>Student</strong>s who arrive at school after 7:40am are considered Tardy. <strong>Student</strong>s<br />
must stop at the Main Reception desk to receive a pass, before entering class.<br />
5. Excessive Absences: <strong>Student</strong>s who show a pattern of frequent absences will be monitored<br />
by the school counselor. <strong>Student</strong>s who are absent more than 10% of the school year are<br />
considered to be At Risk for Academic Progress. These students may be referred to the<br />
<strong>Student</strong> Success Team (SST). The student’s academic progress will be reviewed to determine<br />
if the child will receive academic credit for the year.<br />
6. Extended Absences for Emergencies – Sometimes a family emergency necessitates an<br />
absence from school due to travel. <strong>Parent</strong>s should notify the school one week in advance of<br />
travel. All make-up work is the student’s responsibility.<br />
7. Leaving School Early – If a child must leave school early, parents must sign-out the student<br />
at the Main Reception desk. <strong>Student</strong>s leaving school before 11:00am will be considered<br />
absent for that day.<br />
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HOME SCHOOL COMMUNICATION<br />
AUS views communication as an essential component in the successful education of all students.<br />
We are committed to maintaining an effective two-way communication with parents and stakeholders<br />
as a defining feature of our school. The staff at AUS strives to use all tools available to<br />
communicate with parents in the most effective and timely manner possible. It is imperative that<br />
parents and guardians provide school staff with current.<br />
1. School Web Page: The school maintains an internet web page to keep the community<br />
informed of important information and can be accessed at: www.aus.edu.kw<br />
2. School Office: You are welcome to call the school office at (965) 2553-0100 ext: 30<strong>16</strong><br />
between 8:00am - 3:30pm<br />
3. Teacher Contact: Your student’s teacher will provide contact information. All teachers’<br />
emails are available on the AUS website. <strong>Parent</strong>s are welcome to schedule appointments<br />
with teachers at any time during the school year. This can be done via phone voicemail, or<br />
school email. AUS holds <strong>Parent</strong>/Teacher Conferences twice a year to provide an opportunity<br />
for teachers to meet with parents in a comfortable format to discuss how students are<br />
performing at school (see <strong>Parent</strong>-Teacher conference section below). Teachers are unable to<br />
meet with parents without prior notice or planning. Teachers have supervision duties before,<br />
during and after school as well as previously scheduled parent appointments at these times.<br />
These scheduled duties are critical to maintain student safety.<br />
4. <strong>Parent</strong> Portal: The American United School of Kuwait employs a mass communication<br />
system, called Plus Portals, to send messages to parents and guardians. This system is used<br />
to inform parents in a timely manner of meetings, events and emergency situations.<br />
5. Principal Updates: The <strong>Elementary</strong> Principal sends timely Updates through the <strong>Parent</strong><br />
Portal, directly to parents’ email accounts. These updates include reminders about<br />
important school events, changes in the calendar, or other timely news.<br />
6. Teacher Newsletters: Effective, consistent and proactive teacher/parent communication is a<br />
key factor for a positive parent-teacher relationship. We believe success is fostered in<br />
school when students feel that the important people in their lives are working together.<br />
Hence, our staff works diligently to keep parents informed about what is happening in their<br />
student’s classroom. Newsletters with important information about classroom activities are<br />
sent via email to parents or posted on the Google Classroom webpage.<br />
7. <strong>Parent</strong>-Teacher Conferences: School-wide <strong>Parent</strong>-Teacher conferences are scheduled twice<br />
a year at the school, at the end of the first and third quarter. During this time, teachers will<br />
share with parents the information about the activities and areas of study in the classroom<br />
and the student’s progress. <strong>Parent</strong>s will have an opportunity to sign –up for an appointment<br />
time prior to the conference day. We invite parents to keep in close contact with the teacher<br />
throughout the year concerning the progress of their student’s work. If, at any time you have<br />
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any concerns, please schedule an appointment with the teacher. Please give teachers 24<br />
hours advanced notice for a conference. Walk-in conferences before or after school are not<br />
possible without prior arrangements as teachers<br />
8. Progress Reports (Report Cards): <strong>Student</strong> progress reports will be sent four times per year at<br />
the end of each marking period. The elementary division has a standards based reporting<br />
system that measure a student’s performance against the grade level standards in each<br />
subject area. <strong>Parent</strong>s are expected to review grades with children and provide<br />
encouragement. <strong>Parent</strong> conferences will be held at the end of the first and third quarter<br />
marking periods. During parent conferences, teachers will report on each child’s strengths<br />
and areas for improvement. Together, parents and teachers plan how to help each child<br />
reach their identified areas for growth.<br />
9. Classroom Viewing Camera: As a parent of a Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten child,<br />
parents can view their child’s classroom at fixed hours of the day. <strong>Parent</strong>s will be asked to<br />
sign a confidentiality form before having access to the classroom video cameras. This is not<br />
an internet based system, but an app for your phone. Once you agree to these terms and<br />
conditions, you will be provided with the login information and manual for use.<br />
10. <strong>Parent</strong> Teacher <strong>Student</strong> Organization (PTSO): AUS has a Pre-K – Grade 10 PTSO. The mission<br />
of the PTSO is to enhance the learning experiences of our children through engaging in<br />
support activities and facilitating communication between parents, teachers, and school<br />
administration. The purpose of the PTSO is:<br />
to promote cooperation among parents, administration, staff, and students in order<br />
to encourage a friendly atmosphere on the school that is open to the rights and<br />
suggestions of all<br />
to promote an open forum between parents and the school<br />
to support efforts of volunteers for the benefit of students and the school<br />
to promote public relations through community involvement in the school<br />
The PTSO meets once per month. Information about meetings can be found on the school<br />
website.<br />
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AVAILABLE<br />
In addition to the regular classroom instruction, several additional programs and services are<br />
available to the students. They are as follows:<br />
School Counselor: The <strong>Elementary</strong> School Counselor will provide classroom support<br />
and conduct small group and individual counseling sessions to meet the social and<br />
academic needs of all students.<br />
School Psychologist: The Counseling Department offers psycho-educational support<br />
services provided by a licensed and credentialed school psychologist. Support<br />
services include indirect and direct support services for school staff, students and<br />
parents. Indirect services are provided through consultation/collaboration and<br />
community outreach. Direct services include individualized assessment, individual<br />
and small group counseling, and crisis response. Individualized assessment may lead<br />
to more individualized educational planning to address specific academic, learning,<br />
and behavioral/emotional needs in order to help students be successful in school and<br />
their life. These specialized services are available for students in Pre-KG through 10 th<br />
grade.<br />
ELL Support Services: AUS supports students who are new to learning English.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s who are identified as qualifying for ELL services have individual program<br />
goals. ELL staff members collaborate with regular teachers regarding the objectives,<br />
skills, and content that are being covered in class. They work with ELL students in<br />
small groups or one-to-one depending on each student’s need.<br />
<strong>Student</strong> Success Team (SST): The <strong>Student</strong> Success Team is a team that is designed to<br />
offer assistance and suggestions for teachers, support staff, and parents, regarding<br />
struggling students. The SST process is an ideal means of bringing together teachers<br />
and specialists in order to develop individual plans for improvement.<br />
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STUDY TRIPS (FIELD TRIPS)<br />
Study trips are an important and enriching part of the educational program at AUS. <strong>Student</strong>s are<br />
encouraged to participate in these curriculum-center activities coordinated to enhance learning.<br />
Cost of study trips is included in a student’s tuition. However, <strong>Parent</strong>al permission is required and<br />
will be provided in advance of the trip. <strong>Student</strong>s and staff are expected to wear their formal<br />
uniform attire, not P.E. uniforms. Exemplary behavior by all participants is expected at all times.<br />
HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES<br />
1. Illness<br />
Children who have had a temperature or who have been ill with vomiting and/or diarrhea within<br />
24 hours may still be contagious and should remain at home. If your child is taking antibiotics for<br />
strep throat, bronchitis, bacterial pink eye or another bacterial infection, he/she may return to<br />
school after 24 hours of the start of the medication. Viral pink eye may be contagious for 5-7<br />
days, therefore all suspected cases of pink eye must be diagnosed by a physician. <strong>Student</strong>s will<br />
need a note from their parent to be excused from participation in PE. If more than three days is<br />
needed, please provide the office with a doctor’s note.<br />
2. Accidents<br />
If your child is injured at school we will make him/her comfortable and then call you immediately<br />
if a serious injury has occurred. If the child’s parent or guardian cannot be reached, we will<br />
attempt to contact an emergency number that you listed on the emergency contact. For this<br />
reason, we request that parents inform us immediately if there is a change in contact<br />
information.<br />
3. Fire Drills and Emergency Procedures<br />
Fire drills and emergency procedures are necessary for the safety of students and staff.<br />
Emergency safety drills will be held throughout the year.<br />
4. AUS Front Entry Driveway/ AUS Eastside and Westside Entrances<br />
<strong>Student</strong> safety and an orderly drop-off is paramount. <strong>Student</strong>s will use the AUS eastside and<br />
Westside entrance for drop-off and pick-up. Parking and leaving cars in the drive-through lanes is<br />
not permitted. The gates of the campus will only be open from 7:00am - 7:45 am. Please<br />
demonstrate respect for the staff on duty during these times and follow their directions to<br />
ensure student safety. Please read “Transportation” section on p.24 for more details.<br />
5. Cell Phones<br />
<strong>Student</strong> cell phones are not allowed on the AUS <strong>Elementary</strong> campus. If students are seen with a<br />
non-preapproved cell phone, they may be confiscated.<br />
6. Smoking<br />
AUS is a smoke-free campus.<br />
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NUTRITION GUIDLINES<br />
1. AUS Nutrition Mission<br />
The AUS School’s “Eating Right Now” program makes healthy eating an important part of the<br />
school culture both in the cafeteria and at home.<br />
With each meal comes the opportunity to support one of our schools’ core mission for<br />
education: to promote the health and well-being of our communities locally and globally, as<br />
well as prepare our students to be outstanding, innovative, and diverse public health<br />
leaders.<br />
Nutritious and appealing school meals can also guide students toward a lifelong relationship<br />
with healthy food. At AUS, our menu always offers a number of vegetarian options as well as<br />
fresh fruit and low-fat vegetable side dishes. Our main goal is providing students with an<br />
understanding of how food can be both healthy and delicious, so that these eating habits<br />
will continue throughout their lives. The food choices are environmentally, ethically, and<br />
healthfully sound, serving such foods as nutrient–dense leafy greens and fresh herbs. Our<br />
diversity encourages traditional as well as ethnic dishes to promote diverse diets.<br />
AUS has a number of nutrition goals that include, but are not limited to, fresh fruits and<br />
vegetables served every day, salad bars, and healthful living instructional pedagogy so<br />
students can also learn about the impact and significance of healthy “Eating Right Now!”<br />
Breakfast and Lunch<br />
Breakfast, snack and lunch is included in a student’s tuition. In grades 1-5 students have an<br />
option of a hot meal or a sandwich for lunch each day. <strong>Student</strong>s may bring a healthy<br />
breakfast or lunch from home or choose to eat a meal from the school’s cafeteria. All food<br />
must be eaten in the cafeteria or teacher designated areas. <strong>Student</strong>s are also not allowed to<br />
share their meals with other students.<br />
Snacks<br />
Healthy, active, and well-nourished children are more likely to be prepared and motivated to<br />
learn. AUS will provide a daily snack to all students. <strong>Student</strong>s may elect to bring their own<br />
healthy snack to eat at school. Examples of healthy snacks include: trail mix, vegetables,<br />
fruits, cheese and crackers, graham crackers, nutrition bars, low-fat yogurt, etc.<br />
Note: <strong>Student</strong>s should not bring soda, candy, chips, or other items with a sugar or highcaloric<br />
content for snack or lunch. Unhealthy foods will be returned home with the student.<br />
If you are unsure what may or may not be considered appropriate please consult with our<br />
school nurse, Manar AlSharawi 255-30100 ext: 3013.<br />
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2. Party Policy<br />
Extensive parties and celebrations are not permitted unless it is a school-wide event and/or<br />
otherwise specified by administration. <strong>Student</strong>s are permitted to celebrate birthdays with<br />
their classmates using the guidelines below.<br />
Birthday Celebration Guidelines:<br />
Who: The birthday student’s classmates and two additional adult guest are permitted to attend.<br />
Siblings, relatives and friends from other classes and grades are not permitted to attend any<br />
celebrations.<br />
When: Please contact your child’s classroom teacher to arrange for birthday celebrations no less than<br />
1 week in advance. Birthday celebrations will be limited to 20 minutes ONLY in length, during<br />
students’ scheduled lunch break.<br />
Where: In the classroom or school cafeteria (at teacher’s discretion)<br />
What: Cupcakes are preferred to cake (Note: We cannot provide plates, forks or cutting knife)<br />
Provide teacher with food ingredients to allow additional planning for food restrictions and allergies.<br />
No additional food and/or catering is permitted.<br />
Party favors are not permitted and will regretfully be returned back home with student if sent.<br />
How: Due to safety regulations, we will not light sparklers. Basic birthday cake candles are allowed.<br />
Note: Video recording is not allowed. Photos can be taken of the birthday student and friends with<br />
the students’ knowledge and consent.<br />
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DRESS CODE GUIDELINES<br />
1. Girls<br />
School uniform pieces only.<br />
Jackets, sweaters, socks, tights or leggings should match colors within the uniform.<br />
No makeup.<br />
Shoes should be closed toe athletic shoes of any color that lace or velcro closed, or black<br />
shoes with rubber soles suitable for running. Examples of acceptable shoes are shown<br />
below.<br />
NO sandals or open toe shoes per school policy. Please DO NOT wear cleats or shoes<br />
with studs. Examples are shown below. <strong>Student</strong>s have difficulty running in the shoes<br />
below, as they slip off or do not provide good traction.<br />
2. Boys<br />
School uniform pieces only.<br />
Jackets, sweaters, socks should match colors within the uniform.<br />
Shoes should be closed toe athletic shoes of any color that lace or velcro closed, or black<br />
shoes with rubber soles suitable for running. Examples of acceptable shoes are shown<br />
below.<br />
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NO sandals or open toe shoes per school policy. Please DO NOT wear cleats or shoes<br />
with studs. Examples are shown below. <strong>Student</strong>s have difficulty running in the shoes<br />
below, as they slip off or do not provide good traction.<br />
3. Backpacks/Bags<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s will use only the AUS provided backpack and string bags. Identifying tags for each<br />
backpack will be provided.<br />
4. P.E. Kit<br />
For <strong>Elementary</strong> students, PE kit may be worn at any time but should also be worn on PE<br />
days. <strong>Elementary</strong> students will not be changing at school for PE, unless it is a swimming unit.<br />
A schedule will be posted on the website and your child’s teacher will notify you of PE days.<br />
5. Dress Code during Study Trips<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s should wear their AUS blazer, long pants or skirts, and gray or blue shirt on study<br />
trips. AUS students should not wear their PE kit on study trips (unless specified by the<br />
teacher).<br />
6. Lost and Found<br />
All items of clothing (jackets, coats, sweaters, etc.) should be marked with your child’s name<br />
on the inside of the item so they may be identified. The school has a “lost and found” box<br />
and hanging rack at the main reception where items may be claimed by children or parents.<br />
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EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES<br />
1. Textbooks<br />
Each classroom contains a class set of textbooks for use in the classroom. All students have<br />
eBook versions on their tablets for use at home.<br />
2. Library Books<br />
The AUS Information Center provides print and on-line materials including books, videos,<br />
databases, and periodicals for students.<br />
Books:<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s in Kindergarten through 5th grade can check out one or two books at a<br />
time from our Information Center collection. When working on special projects or<br />
doing research, more books may be allowed. The loan period is one week.<br />
Overdue Book Policy:<br />
1 - 4 weeks overdue: Verbal reminder<br />
More than 4 weeks overdue: A list of the book(s) the student has out, along with an<br />
attached "I Forgot" slip is sent home with the student.<br />
More than 6 weeks overdue: The book is considered lost. A "Fine Assessment" is<br />
attached and sent home with the student.<br />
Digital School Library Collection & Resources:<br />
Allow students and educators the support necessary to augment the standards-based<br />
learning curriculum. It is yet another example of the outstanding institutional<br />
commitment to individual education.<br />
The loan period for eBooks varies according to availability and the licensing rights of<br />
the providers. Some are limited to a period of two weeks for one person at a time,<br />
while others are unlimited.<br />
Playaways:<br />
Limited to one checkout per student. The loan period is two weeks.<br />
3. Tablets<br />
The 1:1 tablet program for students that provides digital resources and textbooks will be<br />
used each day to allow accessibility to the best educational opportunities available for each<br />
student. They must be returned fully-charged each morning. Tablets will be turned-in to<br />
school in June.<br />
Should the table be damaged, a simple report must be completed by the parents and AUS<br />
staff members for a replacement tablet. <strong>Parent</strong>s are responsible for lost tablets. AUS<br />
carefully monitors tablet use.<br />
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4. Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)<br />
Every student at AUS is required to sign an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP). An AUP is an<br />
agreement on behalf of the student with the school to do only what is deemed acceptable<br />
when using the Internet. It is a contract that both students and parents must sign in order<br />
for students to be allowed to use AUS computer equipment.<br />
Why does AUS have an AUP?<br />
Many people use the AUS network and school computers. Our staff strives to make sure that<br />
everyone feels comfortable and safe using the network. Staff members also want to ensure<br />
that computers and printers are in working order for everyone to use.<br />
Why do I have to be responsible for what I do on the AUS network?<br />
Using the internet in school is a privilege that comes with responsibility. The AUS network,<br />
web pages, and email accounts are NOT private. AUS staff members are able to monitor<br />
everything that takes place on school computers. This means adults can read whatever<br />
students write and they can also track web pages that have been accessed. Teaching<br />
students to use networks responsibly is an important part of the AUS philosophy.<br />
What happens if a student does not follow the rules of the AUP?<br />
AUS enforces consequences for students who use the Internet in unacceptable ways. Just<br />
like when someone breaks a school or classroom rule, there are consequences for students<br />
who do not follow the rules of the Acceptable Use Policy.<br />
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ELEMENTARY HOMEWORK GUIDELINES<br />
Homework Guidelines<br />
The purpose of homework at AUS is for students to practice and apply skills independently that<br />
they have already learned in the classroom. Homework is assigned weekly by the classroom<br />
teacher, Arabic teacher, and Islamic teacher. Our homework turnaround time for completion and<br />
submission is planned so that students have an opportunity to build time management skills.<br />
<strong>Parent</strong>s have responsibility to guide their child in planning out their weekly schedules between<br />
homework and personal activities and events.<br />
Note: If your child is doing homework daily and exceeding the maximum suggest minutes for his/her<br />
grade please contact the teacher.<br />
<strong>Elementary</strong> Homework Schedule<br />
Grade Description Daily Max.<br />
Pre-K<br />
Homeroom<br />
Homework Assigned: Ongoing Due: None<br />
Suggested weekly reading is 30-50 minutes per week with an adult.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s should be discussing stories they are reading with an adults,<br />
making predictions, asking and answering questions about the text.<br />
Arabic<br />
Islamic<br />
None<br />
None<br />
15 minutes<br />
daily<br />
Kindergarten Homeroom<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Due: Thursday<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s have 1 week to complete 3 Math and 3 Reading assignments<br />
from the homework grid.<br />
In addition students should read 4 books a week. This can be<br />
completed independently (at their level) or with a parent or guardian.<br />
Arabic<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Due: Thursday<br />
Islamic<br />
Homework Assigned: None Due: None<br />
1st Grade Homeroom<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Homework Due: Following Sunday<br />
Each week students will be given a grid of review activities to<br />
complete. <strong>Student</strong>s will need to complete one reading, one math, one<br />
writing, and one choice activity by the end of the week.<br />
Additionally, students are expected to read two Razkids books per<br />
week.<br />
Arabic<br />
Homework Assigned: Thursday Due: Following Thursday<br />
Islamic<br />
Homework Assigned: Monday Due: Following Monday<br />
2nd Grade Homeroom<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Due: Following Sunday<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s are given a BINGO sheet with different choices of<br />
20 minutes<br />
daily<br />
20 minutes<br />
daily<br />
20 minutes<br />
daily<br />
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3rd Grade<br />
4th Grade<br />
5th Grade<br />
assignments.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s must complete one assignment (total of 5 for the week)<br />
from each column.<br />
Arabic<br />
Homework Assigned: Thursday Due: Following Thursday<br />
Islamic<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Due: Following Sunday<br />
Homeroom<br />
Homework Assigned: Thursday Due: Thursday<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s are assigned about 40 minutes of Math per week. IXL Math<br />
activities are assigned weekly (over 7 days).<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s are assigned 4 choice board Spelling/Vocabulary activities<br />
weekly and Spelling City practice weekly.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s are assigned 1 Reading choice board activities weekly.<br />
Additionally, students are assigned 80 minutes per week of Razkids<br />
reading (over weekly over 7 day).<br />
Arabic<br />
Homework Assigned: Thursday Due: Following Thursday<br />
Islamic<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Due: Following Sunday<br />
Homeroom<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Due: Thursday<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s are assigned 120 minutes per week of Razkids reading (over<br />
7 days) weekly.<br />
Math assignments are about 90 minutes per week including IXL and<br />
assigned work.<br />
Long term projects are assigned from time to time that are 3-4 weeks<br />
in length with weekly parts of the larger project due.<br />
Arabic<br />
Homework Assigned: Thursday Due: Following Thursday<br />
Islamic<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Due: Following Sunday<br />
Homeroom<br />
Homework Assigned: Sunday Due: Thursday<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s are assigned 120 minutes per week of Raz Kids reading<br />
weekly (7 days). Alternating nonfiction and fiction weekly.<br />
Summary assignment weekly<br />
Review of assessment material will be assigned weekly.<br />
Assigned IXL lessons at the beginning of the week, mastered at 90% or<br />
above by Thursday. Review of assessment material will also be<br />
assigned weekly.<br />
Arabic<br />
Homework Assigned: Thursday Due: Following Thursday<br />
Islamic<br />
Homework Assigned: Monday Due: Following Monday<br />
45 minutes<br />
daily<br />
45 minutes<br />
daily<br />
45 minutes<br />
daily<br />
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AUS STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT/<br />
STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSBILITIES<br />
1. Positive Behavior Expectations<br />
AUS believes in continuously working to improve our teaching and learning environment. Our<br />
classroom and students have high expectations, measurable goals and quality learning tools<br />
where informed data drives decisions. We take pride in being a school where students take<br />
ownership of their actions, behavior and learning.<br />
In our efforts to create an environment that encourages all students to achieve their personal<br />
best in academics, life and social skills, we have implemented a school-wide positive behavior<br />
plan. <strong>Student</strong>s learn and practice appropriate behavior throughout the school day.<br />
AUS <strong>Student</strong>s know how to R.O.C.K!<br />
R-espectful:<br />
Respect the personal rights and property of others, including school materials and equipment<br />
and work to keep school grounds clean and safe.<br />
O-rganized:<br />
Attend school daily and arrive to class on time, ready to learn.<br />
C-ooperative: Take responsibility for your own learning and contribute to the learning of others by<br />
participating in class lessons. Respond quickly and in a positive manner to the direction or<br />
request of any staff member and/or adults on campus. Respect and follow the school’s<br />
uniform policy.<br />
K-ind:<br />
Demonstrate compassion and kindness to others at all times. Speak politely to everyone, use<br />
appropriate language, and demonstrate good sportsmanship in the classroom and on the<br />
playground.<br />
In the classrooms, teachers use the ROCK system to outline students’ expectations to carry<br />
out their work throughout the day. The acronym for ROCK is reviewed before every<br />
lesson/activity to remind students what is expected of them and how these expectations are<br />
to be carried out.<br />
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2. AUS <strong>Student</strong> Rights & Responsibilities<br />
1. I have the right to be heard… I have the responsibility to listen, to speak in an appropriate manner and<br />
to demonstrate respect when others are speaking.<br />
2. I have the right to learn… I have the responsibility to allow others to learn.<br />
3. I have the right to feel safe… I have the responsibility to ensure the safety of others.<br />
4. I have the right to an education… I have the responsibility to be on time, attend class and attempt to<br />
do my best in all subjects at all times.<br />
5. I have the right to positive emotional support… I have the responsibility to create a positive<br />
environment for others.<br />
6. I have the right to be treated fairly and with respect… I have the responsibility to treat others<br />
with respect, fairness, civility, and tolerance<br />
7. I have the right to personal dignity and privacy… I have the responsibility to be respectful and<br />
tolerant of all others regardless of the ethnicity, language, religion or nationality.<br />
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DROP OFF / PICK UP AND TRANSPORTATION<br />
Safety, efficiency and an orderly transition remain our primary concern. Providing transportation to<br />
school is the responsibility of parent/s or guardian/s.<br />
1. <strong>Student</strong> Drop Off and Pick Up<br />
The AUS car line is a critical piece of organization that ensures each student arrives and<br />
departs school in a safe and organized manner. Families who pick-up or drop-off their child<br />
from school are required to use the car line. As the school becomes increasingly larger with<br />
student enrollment we cannot afford to risk student safety. Respect towards the security<br />
and staff enforcing this procedure is required of all AUS students’ parents, and caregivers.<br />
Any disrespectful treatment of staff or security can result in expulsion.<br />
Parking and leaving cars in the drive-through lanes is not permitted. The gates of the campus<br />
will only be open from 7:00am -7:45am and 2:40pm-3:00pm. Please demonstrate respect for<br />
the staff on duty during these times and follow their directions for to ensure student safety.<br />
East Entrance Drop Off & Pickup Car Line (Gate 9)<br />
Families with elementary students only are to use the east wing drop off and pickup line.<br />
West Entrance Drop Off & Pickup Car Line (Gate 3)<br />
Families with both <strong>Elementary</strong> and Middle school students are to use the west entrance<br />
drop off and pick up line.<br />
2. AUS Bus Transportation<br />
Transportation to and from school is available at AUS. Arrangements for bussing can be<br />
made via the school website (www.aus.edu.kw). Please note that transportation is only<br />
provided to certain areas within Kuwait. These are listed under the tab for Bus<br />
Transportation found under “Join Us”.<br />
Eight Basic Bus Rules<br />
1. Morning bus pick up rules:<br />
Bus waiting time for your child is only 5 minute. When the bus arrives to your residence,<br />
if your child is not on the bus within 5 minutes time, the bus will depart without your<br />
child. It is the parent’s responsibility to bring him or her to school.<br />
2. Afternoon bus drop off:<br />
When the bus arrives to your residence at the scheduled afternoon drop off time, for<br />
students in grades PK-GR 5, an adult should be waiting outside to greet the child. If<br />
there are no adults present, the bus will wait an additional 5 minutes, after which, the<br />
bus will depart with your child to finish the drop off route. After the completion of the<br />
route, your child will be returned to the school. At this point, it is the parent’s<br />
responsibility to pick up their child from the school.<br />
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3. No "rough housing" of any kind is allowed on the bus -- pushing, loud noises, fighting,<br />
profanity, and throwing of anything is strictly prohibited.<br />
4. All riders must remain seated until the bus comes to a complete stop and the door is<br />
opened.<br />
5. NO arms, legs, lunch boxes or any other objects should be out any window of the bus for<br />
any reason.<br />
6. <strong>Student</strong>s are expected to line up at the bus stop and wait until the bus stops fully before<br />
approaching to load. Additionally, departure off the bus should be carried out in an<br />
orderly and controlled, safe and patient manner.<br />
7. All students are expected to demonstrate RESPONSIBILITY, CONSIDERATION, and<br />
RESPECT for others and for property while on the buses.<br />
8. Follow ALL directions from the bus monitor (teacher) and bus driver -- NO EXCEPTIONS!<br />
Consequences for Bus Misbehavior<br />
Any infractions of the rules have consequences. The ultimate consequence is that a student<br />
may be forbidden from riding the school bus. No one wants that to ever happen. The<br />
importance of proper and safe riding behavior must be understood and respected.<br />
Serious Behavior Concerns<br />
If serious behavior concerns are occurring on the bus, the student will see the transportation<br />
coordinator. <strong>Parent</strong>s will be notified. If bus misbehavior is chronic, a student may be denied<br />
riding privileges, up to the remainder of the school year. Certain acts or behavior constitute<br />
grounds for suspension or possible expulsion from school as an additional consequence.<br />
Severe misbehavior on the school bus includes, but is not limited to:<br />
Defiance of the valid authority of the driver or monitor. The adult in charge is the<br />
final authority in all matters regarding safe operation of the vehicle.<br />
Smoking of any type (including the lighting of a match or lighter).<br />
Fighting (striking another student with hands, feet, or object), "play fighting," or<br />
"horseplay."<br />
Possession or use of firecrackers or explosives of any type (or any other dangerous or<br />
damaging items of no practical purpose on the bus).<br />
Vandalism or property damage of any type.<br />
The school needs your cooperation and the cooperation of each rider in the enforcement of these<br />
rules. Their main purpose is to allow the driver to devote his or her full attention to driving, not<br />
discipline. Please help us have safe buses.<br />
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VISITORS<br />
Any visitor to the AUS campus is to enter to the front eastside entrance security building. All visitors<br />
are required to present a photo identification in exchange for a school visitor badge. The photo<br />
identification will be kept with the security team until the visitors departs campus and returns the<br />
visitor’s badge. In addition to a photo ID, visitors will be required to give any details regarding their<br />
campus visit. Those wishing to visit the registration or finance office are welcome at any time<br />
without an appointment. Visitors wishing to see a teacher or administrator or anyone form our HR<br />
department are seen by appointment only.<br />
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