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School Organization
The normal school day at FSIS begins at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 2:00 p.m. During the month of Ramadan, parents will be notified of
the Ramadan schedule and student hours.
Attendance Policy
Punctuality: The school recognizes that there may be occasional, unavoidable times when students are delayed getting to school. However,
punctuality is important for your child’s own learning needs and habits. Every effort should be made to assure that students arrive at school
at 7:30 AM. It is also very important to pick up your child on time at 2:00 PM since supervision for students is not available after 2:00 PM.
If your child will be late or absent, it is imperative that you contact the school by 9:00 AM. Your cooperation is always appreciated.
Parent/Teacher Communications
It is very important that an open line of communication exist between parents and teachers. If you should have any questions or concerns,
please do not hesitate to call. Communications with teachers regarding academic progress can occur at any time, in addition to the times scheduled
for formal meetings (IEP Conferences, Report Card Conferences). Please note that teachers cannot be disturbed during class time; however,
messages can be left with the school receptionist.
Absence
When illness or other unforeseen events result in your child’s absence from school, please make every effort to notify your child’s teacher
or the school nurse. It is important to note that the school nurse is required to notify the Higher Council if any student misses three
or more consecutive days of school.
School Uniforms
Please note that any student who is out of uniform may be sent home to change into appropriate clothing, therefore, it is very
important that your child arrive in uniform each day. Students must be attired in:
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A white, polo school shirt with the FSIS logo is required and will be sold at school throughout the school year from 7:15 AM
-8:00 AM and 2:00 -2:30 PM The Uniform Shop is located on the main floor of the school. T-shirts are not acceptable, and only
white shirts may be worn underneath the uniform school shirt.
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Navy blue pants are required and must have a button and zipper front. Pants must be of an appropriate length (not dragging on the ground),
and must fit properly (not hanging down below the waist or exposing undergarments). Jeans or denim materials are not acceptable.
Cargo pants, track pants, and sweat pants are also not acceptable. Appropriate school pants
may be purchased at stores throughout Kuwait.
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Navy blue dress shorts (button and zipper front) may be worn during the months of September, October, April, May and June.
Dress shorts must be of appropriate length and may be purchased at stores throughout
Kuwait.
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Hats may not be worn, except during outside activities.
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P.E. uniforms with the FSIS logo are required and will also be sold at school
throughout the school year from 7:15 AM -8:00 AM and 2:00 -2:30 PM .
Food/ Snacks
Students should bring a snack to be consumed during the morning break. A sandwich, juice, milk, or fruit are recommended.
We ask that you avoid sending students with candy, cookies, chips, crisps, and soda or glass containers of any kind.
Please note that unhealthy food will be confiscated from students. Please avoid sending foods that require refrigeration or spoil easily.
We also have a school canteen that is available to middle and high school students. High and middle school students may purchase food at the
school canteen during lunch break.
Health Considerations
If your child has any specific health problems (allergies, dietary restrictions, medications, etc.),
please contact the school nurse at ext. 216 as soon as possible so that all appropriate arrangements or precautions can
be taken. This information is essential for safeguarding your child.
School Transportation
The school has a cooperative relationship with the Bayan Bilingual School for arranging private contract transportation to and from school.
For assistance, contact the Bus Liaison Officer at the business office at 262-0804 ext. 610.
Individual Education Plans
For each student, a written Individualized Education Plan (IEP) will be developed. In addition to identifying current achievement levels, the IEP
will specify the instructional goals, objectives, and other relevant information about the instructional program. The IEP is based on your child’s
own educational, social, and physical needs, and serves as a blueprint which guides the individualized program.
Parents are partners with the school in the development and monitoring of the written IEP for their child. We urge that you participate fully
in the individual conferences which will focus on your child’s progress.
Emergency Contact Information
Medical and Emergency Information forms are sent home with students on the first day of school. Emergency contact information is required for
all new and returning children to ensure that a responsible adult can be reached immediately in an emergency. The contact person should
be someone who can be reached during the school day in the event that you, the parent, can not be immediately contacted by phone. Every effort will
be made to contact the parents first, before using the emergency contact person’s phone number(s). The emergency contact person could be a relative,
friend, or other designated person that you trust to assist your child and cooperate with the school during an emergency, until such time as you could
be reached. Parents should enter the name(s) of the emergency contact(s) on the Medical and Emergency Information forms and return it back with their
child by the first week of school.
Cell Phones
Cell phones are disruptive in the classroom and may not be used during school time from 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Students who attempt to use cell
phones during school hours will have them confiscated according to school policy. Students are permitted to use cell phones after school at 2:00
PM in the area in front of the school.
Valuables in School
In order to avoid having them misplaced or stolen, students should not bring money or valuable items to school.
To avoid any problems, we are asking that all parents support the school’s policy by having the students keep such items out of school.
Lockers and Locks
Middle and high school students must bring a combination lock (not a key lock), to secure their assigned lockers.
Please be aware that some Master Locks are too thick to be used with our lockers.
School Supplies
Before summer break and at the beginning of each new school year, school supply lists are sent home with students according to their appropriate
level. Parents should insure that all supplies are purchased and brought to school by the first week of school.
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