New Boarders Handbook

26/27 CYBER BULLYING Cyber bullying is the use of electronic information and communication devices such as e-mail, instant messaging, text messages, mobile phones, pagers and defamatory websites to bully or otherwise harass an individual or group through personal attacks or other means. Students must be aware that any form of Cyber bullying would be seen as a severe breach of both boarding rules and school rules. REMEMBER - SOMEONE CAN AND WILL ALWAYS HELP YOU. All of the House staff will be happy to talk to you at any time if you have any concerns. In order that Staff and prefects are able to reward good and helpful behaviour we have a merit system for Years 7-11. Merits are marked clearly on the sheet placed on the notice board by the dining room by a Housemaster. Staff issue merits by recording the merit and reason. Merits will be awarded for Years 7 to 11 students under four categories: Boarding Community This is for contributions to the house community e.g. under- taking extra duties, helping other students. It could be involve- ment in House Councils or House activities and it relates to a student’s general helpfulness and input into boarding life. Academic This is for academic progress and conspicuous effort for School and homework. It could be rewarded for a significant piece of work, continued progress grades and can relate to both effort and excellence. Attitude towards prep will obviously be taken into account. It may relate to significant improvement over a period of time. Extra Curricular This is for noteworthy participation in School events, clubs or activities. It could be related to music, sport, drama or a hobby taken at RGS. We are hopeful that boarders will participate in a variety of activities offered at RGS. Domestic This is for the ability to be organised and tidy in dorms and common rooms. For Years 7 and 8, Prefects in particular may be involved in the award of these merit marks for years. MERIT SYSTEM