Rules and Regulations
Rules & Regulations
All fees are computed on a school year basis and may be payable upon registration. Miscellaneous fee shall be paid in full upon enrollment. The total tuition fees may be paid on a monthly basis as shown in the mode of payment schedule which is available at the Accounting Office.
The reservation fee is non-refundable but deductible from the total tuition fee.
It is understood that all transactions regarding payments of any fees shall be done in the Accounting Office. Only the School cashier is authorized to issue receipts. Payments and transactions made without receipts shall not be honored by the school
- A student in good standing who desires to withdraw his/her enrollment with LYCEUM OF CAVITE-EAST (LCE) shall present a letter indicating such to the registrar signed by his/her parent /guardian. A statement of honorable dismissal shall be issued upon settlement of all indebtedness to the school. The statement shall indicate that the student withdrew in good standing as far as character and conduct is concerned. A student is considered in good standing if:
- he/she has no financial or property obligation with the school,
- he/she is not under investigations for a violation
- he/she is not under suspension, exclusion or expulsion
- Section 66, Article xiii of the Manual of Regulations for Private Schools 7th edition of the Bureau of Private Schools which is quoted below shall govern the refund or adjustment of fees.
“Section 66. When a student registers in school, it is understood that he/she is enrolling for the entire school year.
Section 66.i. A student who transfers or otherwise withdraws in writing within the first week and who has already paid in full or any length longer than one (1) month may be charged ten percent (10%) of the total amount due to the term
66.ii. If he withdraws after the second week of classes, he will be charged twenty percent (20%) regardless of whether or not he has actually attended classes.
66.iii. The student may be charged all the school fees (100%) in full if he/she withdraws anytime under the third week of classes. However, if the transfer or withdrawal is due to a justifiable reason,
the student may be charged the pertinent fees up to and including the last month of attendance.”
Discount on tuition fee may be given under the following conditions:
- when total fees are paid in full upon registration, 5% discount on tuition fee;
- for siblings who have enrolled at the same time 1st child – 5% discount on tuition fee only 2nd child – 8% discount on tuition fee only 3rd child – 10% discount on tuition fee only 4th child – 50% discount o tuition fee 5th child – FREE
A pupil is expected to take assessment tests and quarterly examinations as scheduled. A pupil is expected to settle his/her financial obligations before the schedule of said examination. An examination permit stub shall be issued upon payment of the necessary fees. NO PERMIT, NO EXAM policy shall be strictly implemented. Special examinations will be given to pupils who were not able to take the quarterly exam for the following reasons: illness, family emergency, and any other reasons that may be deemed valid by the Principal. However, the student is required to present documents for the reason of his absence and pay a special examination fee of FIFTY PESOS ( Php 50 ).
For students who were not able to take their quizzes due to anticipated absences no special examinations will be administered. However, if the absence is due to illness, a medical certificate can be provided stating the reason for his absence. If deemed valid, he may be allowed to take a make-up quiz.
The head for Academic Concerns is the Vice-Principal. The Office of the Vice-Principal welcomes parents/guardians for consultation concerning their child’s academic performance and behavior. Any other concerns regarding classroom behavior and student’s attendance shall be redirected to the Office of the Academic Coordinators.
Parents/ Guardians who wish to speak with the Teacher-in charge may make appointments with them during their free time thru the Office of the Vice-Principal. Request-for conference forms are available at the Office of the Registrar.
a. No parent/guardian or outsider can pull out their child from class without clearance from the office. b. Parents/Guardians are not allowed to stay inside the school premises during class hours.
c. Parents/guardians should observe the proper dress code when entering the school premises. “Sandos”, see-through shirts and blouses, braless and plunging necklines, skimpy shorts and skirt are not to be worn when inside the campus
To ensure the safety and security of the LCE campus, NO food or drink deliveries to students are permitted without seeking clearance from the Office. Parents or guests should NOT deliver food to students. Students are not permitted to leave campus to purchase food. Once students are on campus, they are to remain on campus. Any violation will result in suspension.
Children are not allowed to leave their classroom, without the permission of their teacher. Likewise, no pupil is allowed to go out of the school without a request letter from his/her parent/guardian and a gate pass secured from the Admin office.
All communications and advises coming from the Administrator and Principal are done in writing and sent to the parents/guardians for their information and guidance. Other information and announcements will be posted in the bulletin board and written in the student’s diary.
Access to Student records and information is governed by the Data Privacy Act of 2012. Student records shall remain confidential. Permanent records, cumulative folders and tentative records are kept for each student. Parents and eligible students may be allowed to inspect and review their educational records upon the issuance of a written request to the Principal. Another access to student records shall be only upon written consent or upon court order or legally issued subpoena.
No student record such as Form 138 (Report Card) and Form 137 (Transcript of Record) shall be released and issued without clearance from the Accounting Department. Thus, it is important that all financial and property obligations with the school are settled prior to making such request.
School cancellation or closing due to inclement weather or other emergencies are usually announced over the radio and on the daily morning TV shows.
When typhoon signal no. 1 is hoisted over Cavite area, classes are suspended in the Pre-school level and elementary level; signal no. 2, classes are suspended in all levels. SCHOOL
Guidelines & Policies
The dress code and appearance of students has a significant effect upon conduct and behavior while at school. The purpose of the Lyceum of Cavite-East dress code is not to censure individual expression but to help maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning and free of distractions.
Whether inside or outside the campus, a student represents the school by wearing the required school uniform properly and with pride.
For Boys:
- Pre-school
- a) prescribed white ¾ sleeved polo with black necktie and LCE pin
- b) prescribed cardigan
- c) plain white undershirt
- d) grey shorts
- e) black leather shoes with plain white socks
- For Elementary
- a) prescribed white ¾ sleeved polo with black necktie and LCE pin
- b) prescribed cardigan
- c) plain white undershirt
- d) grey slacks
- e) black leather shoes with plain white socks
- For Junior High School and Senior High School a) prescribed white long-sleeved polo shirt with black necktie and LCE pin
- b) prescribed cardigan
- c) white undershirt
- d) grey slacks
- e) black leather shoes with plain white socks
For Girls:
- Pre-school
- a) prescribed grey jumper over white short-sleeved blouse with necktie and LCE pin
- b) black leather shoes with LCE socks
- For Elementary
- a) prescribed white short sleeved blouse with necktie and LCE pin
- b) prescribed cardigan for girls
- c) grey pleated skirt 1 inch above the knee
- d) black leather shoes with grey knee high LCE socks C. For Junior High School
- a) prescribed white short sleeved blouse with necktie and LCE pin
- b) prescribed cardigan for girls
- c) grey pleated skirt 1 inch above the knee
- d) black leather shoes with grey knee high LCE socks
- For Senior High School
- a) white princess blouse with black necktie and LCE pin
- b) grey pencil cut skirt 1 inch above the knee
- c) black flat shoes
P.E. Uniform
All pupils are required to wear the prescribed PE uniform during P.E. day.
- grey jogging pants with school initial
- prescribed T-shirt with school logo
- rubber shoes
- white socks
Scouting Uniform
Every pupil/student in all levels are required to wear the prescribed type A scouting uniform with black leather shoes and socks with GSP or BSP logo on the prescribed day.
School administration and staff reserve the right to deem student attire inappropriate. If dress is inappropriate, the student will conceal or remove the inappropriate attire for the remainder of the school day or a parent/guardian will be called to bring appropriate attire to the student. Students who are referred for a dress code violation will be sent to ISS until a change of clothing is obtained or for the remainder of the day. When a pupil/student is enrolled at Lyceum of Cavite East, it is expected that all school policies, campus rules and restrictions on student’s general appearance must be strictly observed and complied with. As a rule, the Office of Student’s Disciplines shall issue a STUDENT VIOLATION REPORT (SVR) to a student upon the first commission of any violation of any of school restrictions stipulated in this Manual/Handbook. The SVR shall be a part of the student’s record. Offenses committed by a student based on the following restrictions are given sanctions (see section IX on Disciplinary Measures/ Sanctions). Violations are as follows:
- Wearing of incomplete and improper school and PE uniform.
- a) NOT wearing the prescribed white undershirt b) NOT wearing the school ID and necktie,
- c) wearing high-heeled and stiletto shoes when in school uniform,
- d) wearing leather shoes when in PE uniform,
- e) wearing rubber shoes when in school uniform.
- Sporting of skin-head, colored, dyed, undercut, spiked, long hair and haircut not prescribed by the school for male students.
- Sporting of earrings, nose-rings, eyebrow rings, “puka” shell necklaces for male students.
4. Wearing excessive jewelries for female students. 5. Sporting colored or dyed hair, wearing make-up, lipstick and eyeliner for female students when in school uniform. 6. Long and colored or polished nails for female students. For increased safety and security on our school, ALL students will be required to wear their student ID card/lanyard. LCE lanyards will be provided to all students. Replacement ID cards and/or lanyards will be purchased. Students without their student ID cards will follow the same consequences as other dress code violations
Every pupil must attend class regularly. Pupils who have been absent for more than two (2) days must present an excuse slip signed by their parent/guardian or doctor stating the reason for his absence. Pupils who have been absent for more than 20% (40 days) of their classes will automatically be dropped from the roster.
Flag ceremony is held every Monday at 6:30 am and a Flag retreat every Friday before dismissal time. Everybody must observe the proper behavior during the ceremony and pay respect to the Philippine flag and school flag.
Students are to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with their age and grade level. For all students, this include consideration and respect for others. This conduct is expected when on school premises, while on school owned and/or operated school or chartered buses, and while attending or engaging in school activities on or off school property.
Classroom behavior
- a) A class starts the day with a prayer.
- b) Pupils/students are expected to keep their classroom clean and organized.
- c) Wear your I.D. inside and outside the classroom. d) Avoid standing and roaming around the classroom. e) No playing inside the classroom.
- f) Pupils/students are not allowed to stay inside their classroom during recess period or after class dismissal without the teacher’s permission.
Inside the Cafeteria/School Canteen
The lunch line and cafeteria should be a safe and clean environment where students interact with courtesy and respect. Students are expected to be cooperative and courteous to help make the lunchroom a pleasant place to eat.
- Students should be orderly and quiet in line. b. Students should use quiet voices when talking. c. No playing or scattering inside the cafeteria. d. Litters/mess must be thrown inside the trash bin. e. No student/pupil is allowed to stay inside the cafeteria/ canteen during class hours.
Responsible Hallway Behavior
- Students will walk in a silent and orderly manner in the hallways.
- Students will keep hands and feet to themselves. c. Students will face forward while walking in the hallways.
- Students should not be in the hallways before or after school without permission or cause.
- When exiting the building students must line up quietly. The teachers will lead them to the exit door.
- Playing, running, loitering or loud talking on the hallways are not permitted during class hours.
- Greet visitors, school personnel and teachers properly.
- Pupils are not allowed to stay inside or within the vicinity of the school after their respective class hours. Parents/Guardians should be punctual in picking up their kids.
- Keep our hallways clean at all times.
- Throw all the garbage into the trash bin placed conspicuously around the school premises. No littering.
Library Rules
The school library is open everyday to provide reading materials and to cater the students with their needed research materials. The library is a place to study, therefore, students are allowed to talk with one another.
Treat books with care so that many students may enjoy them. Do not take books from the library without checking them out with the librarian or library aide. Always return your books on or before the due date. You will pay for missing or damaged books. Newspaper articles are not to be cut out unless permission is given by the librarian. Fines may be issued for late books.
Responsible Behavior in Laboratories
- Cleanliness and orderliness must be observed inside the laboratories.
- Laboratory equipment must be placed and returned on its proper places after using.
- Handle laboratory equipment/materials properly to avoid accidents. Any equipment destroyed or broken by the student will be charged for replacement.
- No student is allowed to enter the laboratories without their teacher-in-charge.
- When in the speech laboratory, follow guidelines on the proper use of the speech lab equipments.
- Guidelines and restrictions are also provided for the use of the computers in the computer laboratory. The teacher-in charge will teach the expectations on how to behave inside the computer lab and how to use the equipment properly.
Bus Rules
Because of the importance of bus safety and the primary job of the bus driver to operate his bus, students will be expected to behave in an appropriate manner while using school transportation. Examples of behavior which are not permitted on school buses include:
Minor Infractions:
Hitting
Spitting
Out of Seat
Throwing Objects
Obstructing Aisles
Waving, Yelling, Hanging out of the Bus Window Use of Profanity
Major infractions:
Assault
Fighting
Destruction of Property
Throwing Objects Which May Harm Others
Insubordination
Possession/Use of Tobacco
Possession/Use of Illegal Drugs
Possession/Use of Alcohol
Students found to be in violation of one or more of these prohibited behaviors shall be addressed according to the Rules of Discipline of Lyceum of Cavite-East.
Lyceum of Cavite-East (LCE) in its effort and commitment to equip its students with the best education has provided state
of the art facilities necessary to effectively deliver and accomplish its mission.
- Speech Laboratory (for all levels)
- Computer Laboratory (for all levels)
- Physics/ Chemistry Laboratory (JHS)
- Biology Laboratory (for intermediate, JHS) 5. Research Library (for all levels)
- School Cafeteria
Other services:
Clinic
The clinic will serve its purpose for all the students of LCE.
Lockers
Students in the Intermediate and secondary levels are provided with lockers (Php 50 per month or Php 500 per year) excluding keys and locks.
Play Area/ Halfcourt
LCE’s play area is located at the second floor of the school building for athletics and other sports- related activities. Students are required to wear tennis shoes or rubber shoes when in the mini gym.
School Bus Service
LCE has two air-conditioned shuttle servicesto ferry the students to and from the school.
Parent’s Waiting Area
There is a designated place for parents/guardians to stay while waiting for their child’s dismissal.
Water Stations
There are various water stations where cold and hot drinking water is available for student’s consumption located along the hallways most especially inside the half court.
Internet
The Internet was designed as an open environment in which almost anyone with access can post whatever they want.
A majority of the sites are highly respectable and of value from a research point of view which is why we are making this tool available. We do expect that the students of LCE will hold themselves to a higher standard of conduct and use their Internet access for educational research tool.
With that in mind, the following guidelines are being set down and they may be amended as the need arises.
- The use of the network is a privilege and may be taken away due to violation of policy.
- Students/ users should adhere to online protocol: a. Respect and follow all copyright and license agreements.
- Cite all quotes, references and sources.
- Remain on the system only long enough to
- get needed information then exit the system. e. Apply the same privacy, ethical and educational considerations utilized in other forms of communications.
- Student should not intentionally access, download, or send any text file or picture or engage in any conference that includes material which is obscene, libelous, indecent, vulgar, profane, or lewd; advertises any product or service not permitted to minors by law; constitutes insulting or fighting words, the very expression of which injures or harasses others; or presents a clear and present likelihood that, either because of its content or the manner of distribution it will cause a material and substantial disruption of the proper and orderly operation and discipline of the school or school activities; or will cause the commission of unlawful acts or violation of lawful school regulations.
- If a student gains access to any service via the Internet, which has a cost involved, or if he/she incurs any types of costs, the student will be responsible for these costs.
Direct violations of these guidelines or allowing another student to access the school’s network and/or the Internet using your account shall be subject to the appropriate action
described in the school discipline policy or student handbook or to the following consequences.
First Offense : Loss of Internet access for up to two weeks at the discretion of the
supervising teacher.
Second Offense: Loss of Internet access for eight weeks Third Offense : Loss of internet access for a minimum of twelve weeks.
Guidance Service
Our school Psychologist based in Michigan, USA visits the school annually to administer psychological examinations and evaluations to monitor the emotional, physical, intellectual and social developments of the students. Individual counseling to students, teachers and parents is also provided
The basis for a school education is to prepare the students for the demands of the adult world, its challenges and its problems. Foremost among these challenges is respect for the rights and property of every other individual. As a student of Lyceum of Cavite-East, you are expected to have self-discipline required to accept the rights of all other individuals with whom you are dealing. All students will have the basic responsibility to see that their conduct will reflect credit to their school, the staff and themselves.
All school personnel employed by the school shall have the authority to correct misconduct at anytime.
All school activities are considered to be an extension of the school day, regardless of the location, so regular school policies dictate your behavior.
Disciplinary action will be taken against students for any behavior that is distractive, disruptive, violates the rights of others or for breaking the good conduct policy, rules and regulations.
Disciplinary action for violations may include, but is not limited to:
- Letters or phone calls to parents informing and warning both the student and the parents of a problem.
- A conference with parents, students, teachers and administrator to discuss the issue(s).
- Removal from class.
- Loss of eligibility in activities as determined by the principal.
- Paying for damaged or stolen property.
- A combination of in-school and/or out-of-school suspension with other penalties to be enforced with it.
- Expulsion from school.
NOTE: The principal may vary disciplinary action depending on circumstances.
Consequences:
Minor Offenses SVR/ Detention
Serious Offenses In-School Suspension (1-5 days) Major Offenses Out-of-School Suspension (1-10 days) Dropping
Expulsive Offense Out-of-School Suspension and Recommendation for Expulsion Minor Offenses (SVR/Detention)
- Tardiness
- Inadvertent Use of Profanity
- Study hall misconduct
- Removal from class
- Running, pushing and shoving in halls
- Failure to have a pass
- Improper address of teacher, administrator, etc. 8. Violations of restrictions on good grooming 9. Non-observance of flag ceremony, assemblies and prayers
- Misbehavior, non-observance of rules of conduct in the canteen, classroom, restroom and in other facilities of the school
- Littering
- Misuse of facilities and equipments 13. Dress code violations
- Bringing of cellphones, pagers and other electronic game devices inside the classroom Serious Offenses (INS 1-5 days)
- Truancy or “skipping”
- Possession or use of tobacco on school premises 3. Fighting-chose not to evade fight
- Insubordination to school personnel 5. Stealing, defacing or damaging school property or the property of others at school (under Php 500 in value )
- Having issued 3 SVR’s
Major Offenses (OSS 1-10 days)
- Use of profanity or obscene gestures directed at any school personnel
- Possession or use of alcohol on school premises or at events
- Fighting-started fight
- Threatening school personnel
- Harassment-sexual or otherwise, including bully-type behavior and/or threatening other students
- Hazing/initiation of classmates
- Bringing of lewd and pornographic magazines 8. Gang activity
- Habitual violator
Expulsive Offenses
- Possession and/or sale and/or use of controlled substance on school premises
- Indecent exposure/sexual promiscuity 3. Repeated truancy
- Exceeding five (5) suspensions in and out of school
- Stealing, defacing, or damaging school property or the property of others (Php 3,000 or more in value)
- Physical Assault on school personnel
- Bringing a firearm at school
- Possession of weapon or dangerous object 9. Vandalism
- Forging school’s important documents
BULLYING
Assaults, threatening actions, or hazing by any student will not be tolerated. Acts of retaliation for reporting violations of this policy are prohibited. Any student exhibiting such behavior will be removed from the classroom or school environment for as long as necessary to ensure a safe and orderly environment for learning. Students, staff and parents can and should report any acts of bullying. Notification can be made in person to any adult on campus or electronically through the JHS website.
Students are prohibited from unlawful cell phone or electronic device usage. Unlawful cell phone or electronic device usage includes Cyberbullying. Sending inappropriate texts or pictures (threats, harassing messages, information that incites inappropriate behavior on campus, on the bus or at any OCS function) will be considered a violation of this policy and subject to disciplinary action that may result in a complete loss of privileges related to Cell Phones and Electronic Devices on the campus of JHS and any JHS related event. Upon losing the privilege of using or possessing Cell Phones and Electronic Devices, failure to adhere to the restriction will result in OSS.
FIGHTING / AFFRAY
Any student who engages in a fight, is determined to have provoked a fight, or does not take reasonable steps to prevent a fight may be suspended. Name calling and threats may also result in suspension. The student who physically attacks another individual may be charged with assault and suspended for a minimum of 10 days. The second violation of this policy may result in recommendation for long term suspension. Any student involved in videoing a fight and/or circulating the contents to others through any other social
media outlet will be subject to administrative action. We have a ZERO tolerance for fighting on our school and promote mature and responsible actions for avoiding conflicts:
- Let an administrator, counselor, teacher, school resource officer, or other campus personnel know if you are feeling unsafe, threatened, or harassed.
- Avoid listening to or spreading gossip.
- Adopt the attitude, “if I didn’t hear it with my own ears, it is not worth being hurt or angry about.”
- Do not confront another student in front of others or when angry; the other person may react defensively. If you are unable to forget about or ignore what the other student is doing that makes you angry, seek help from a teacher or staff member
Grades are an evaluation of what the students have learned. They become a part of their permanent record. After each grading period, a progress report card is issued for parent’s information and guidance. This report card or Form 138 is a document used by the school to communicate on an official basis the status of the student’s performance in school, hence tampering with an entry or disfiguring thereof is a very serious offense and will merit the corresponding penalty provided for by the Department of Education regulations and the LCE Student Handbook.
Averaging method of grading is the system used in all levels- pre-school, elementary and secondary. Numeric marks are used for the evaluation of the academic subject rating. Rubrics, using letter marks with corresponding numerical percentage is the method used in rating electives and most non academic subjects. 75% is the passing mark. A student who gets a grade lower than 75% in any subject at the end of the school year fails in the subject. A graduating student with more than three (3) units of failing mark will not be allowed to graduate. Likewise, a non-graduating student with more than two (2)units of failing mark will not be promoted to the next higher level.
Repetition in the same level is not automatic and is subject to the assessment and recommendation of the deliberation committee. A student allowed repeating the year is put under Academic Probation Status. If he should fail again, he will automatically be dropped. NO STUDENT MAY REPEAT THE COURSE/YEAR TWICE at LCE.
The deportment/conduct mark is an assessment of the student’s growth in self-discipline, his contribution to the order of his class and his observance of the school’s regulations. The deportment/conduct mark is given by each subject teacher
every quarter which will comprise forty percent (40%) of the student’s grade in Values Education. A student who will acquire a grade of C or its equivalent numeric mark in Values Education shall forfeit his chance or eligibility for ranking in the honor roll.
A student shall be given school credits toward completion of , or graduation from a program if:
− he/she has enrolled and fulfilled the admission − requirements;
− he/she has regularly attended classes; and
− he/she has acquired a reasonable proficiency in each subject of the approved curriculum.
To merit school credit promotions, the minimum final rating is 75% or its equivalent. The student’s record of attendance and subject proficiency for school year shall be kept in the school files until the closing of the previous school year. It may be used for reference purposes or as items for examinations in case of any grievances or complaints.
A general average of 75% and above with no failure in any major subjects will merit a promotion to the next level. Pupils who fail in any of the major subjects shall be required to take summer remedial classes. Failure to attend the summer remedial class shall mean retention or non-readmission for the next school year.
The honor roll will be computed for each quarter. In order to qualify, a student must maintain a 90 grade an average on a 99 scale for all classes/subjects excluding electives and non academic classes/subjects. An unsatisfactory grade of C or its equivalent numeric mark of 77-79 in conduct or character traits will prevent a student from being in the honor roll. Students will a grade of 97 or better grade point average will be on the gold honor roll; 96.9-94 will be on the silver honor toll; and 93.9-90 will be included in the bronze honor roll. The following scale will be used:
GOLD – 97-99
SILVER – 94- 96.9
BRONZE – 90-93.9
To qualify for honor rank, no student must have a grade lower than 85% in any or all subjects, whether academic or non academic.
Final Ranking
For pre-school:
The final ranking at the end of the school year will be based on the following computation:
70% – scholarship/academics
20% – conduct
10% – co-curricular
For elementary and secondary :
80% – scholarship/academics
20% – co-curricular/ leadership
A Medal of Recognition will be awarded to each students who have acquired the highest grade in each of the major subjects -Math, Science, English, Filipino and Civics as well as in subjects such as Computer, Speech ,Spanish and
Values/Conduct . Likewise, winners in Quiz Bees, Music and Arts, and in the Athletics will be awarded just the same.
A Plaque of Recognition will be awarded to students who have represented the school in various academic and sports competitions and in other out-of-school activities. Loyalty Award shall be given to students who have continuously enrolled and completed Casa I to Grade VI and Grade 7- Grade 12.
Leadership Award will be given to a student in the graduating class in elementary (Grade VI) and SHS who has obtained the greatest number of points in the co-curricular. Other minor awards include Best in Penmanship (Pre-school up to Grade III), Best in Reading (Pre-school) and (Best in Attendance (all levels).