Parent & Student Guide
Behavior, Merit Awards & Pastoral Care
How parents monitor positive character merits, review disciplinary notices, and collaborate with school counselors in YeneSchool.
Behavior, Merit Awards & Pastoral Care
YeneSchool emphasizes holistic student development, balancing academic rigor with positive character education. Through the Parent Discipline & Pastoral Portal (/parent/discipline), families stay informed about both positive behavioral achievements (Merit Points) and any conduct concerns (Disciplinary Notices), enabling early, collaborative support between home and school.
The Dual Behavioral Model: Merits vs. Demerits
Viewing Your Child's Behavioral Record
- Log in to the Parent Portal or open the YeneSchool Mobile App.
- Select your child and click the Behavior & Pastoral Care tab.
- The dashboard displays:
- Cumulative Merit Points: Total character commendation points awarded by teachers.
- Active Notices: Open incidents or inquiries requiring attention.
- Resolved Matters: Documented outcomes from previous pastoral discussions.
Understanding Incident Severity Levels
When an incident is logged by a teacher or administrator, it is categorized by severity:
| Severity Level | Examples | School Action & Parent Notification |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ต LOW | Minor dress code slip, forgotten notebook, minor talking in class | Logged for teacher observation. In-app notification to parents. |
| ๐ก MEDIUM | Repeated unexcused homework omission, disrespect to classmates | Homeroom teacher counseling. Push alert and parent acknowledgment request. |
| ๐ HIGH | Skipping class, academic dishonesty, willful school property damage | Parent-teacher phone conference scheduled. Restorative action agreement. |
| ๐ด CRITICAL | Severe bullying, physical altercation, safety violations | Formal Disciplinary Committee hearing with Director and guardian presence. |
Acknowledging Notices & Scheduling Conferences
When an incident status displays Requires Parent Acknowledgment:
- Click on the incident card to expand details:
- Incident Summary: Exact description logged by the reporting teacher.
- Location & Time: Classroom, laboratory, cafeteria, or playground.
- Restorative Guidance Plan: Recommended supportive steps (e.g. peer mediation or study counseling).
- Click Acknowledge & Sign:
- Check the digital acknowledgment box.
- Enter your parent comments or notes for the homeroom teacher.
- If a conference is requested, click Select Conference Date to pick a convenient time slot to meet with the teacher or school counselor in person or via telephone.
Celebrating Character Milestones
When students demonstrate exemplary character:
- Merit Badges: Awarded for peer tutoring, environmental club leadership, and perfect punctuality.
- Official Character Commendations: Displayed on end-of-term report cards and graduation transcripts.
Next Steps
- Homeroom Teacher Workspace โ How teachers manage student pastoral care
- Parent Communication Book โ Message teachers directly regarding your child
- Parent Portal Overview โ Guide to all parent portal features