Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct

The Nanyang Junior College Code of Conduct framework is essential in upholding a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment where every student can learn and grow to their fullest potential. This framework serves as a guide for responsible decision-making and personal accountability, aligning with our mission to uphold values, enhance life skills, and maximize potential. By understanding the impact of their actions and choices, students learn to exercise Integrity, Empathy, and Responsibility — key traits that form the foundation of strong character and good citizenship.

Beyond maintaining order, the College’s Code of Conduct framework plays a vital role in shaping students’ holistic development. It cultivates self-discipline, social awareness, and respect for the community, ensuring that students develop both emotional resilience and moral strength. When students internalize these expectations, they learn to act with Drive, take Responsibility for their behavior, and uphold Integrity in all circumstances. It is a cornerstone that promotes mutual trust and respect within the College community. It ensures that everyone enjoys a safe, inclusive, and conducive environment for learning and growth. By observing these shared standards, students embody the NYJC spirit — being empathetic in their relationships with others — preparing them to become confident, gracious, and well-rounded leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society.

1.                     Attendance

1.1        Punctuality and regular attendance are expected of every student (Students are to be in venue by: 0830 for assembly day and 0850 for non-assembly day). 
1.2        Every student must attend the following:
1.2.1    morning assembly and flag-raising ceremony;
1.2.2    lectures, tutorials, PE sessions, co-curricular activities (CCAs) and field  and laboratory work; 
1.2.3    college functions
1.2.4    detention (when applicable; this takes precedence over all other commitments) 

2.          Assembly Procedures

2.1        All students regardless of nationality are to be present at their designated places at the assembly ground at the stipulated time according to their timetable.
2.2        Students who are Singapore citizens must sing the National Anthem and take the Pledge. Students will take the Pledge with the right fist placed over the heart.
2.3        Non-Singaporeans are to show due respect to the proceedings by standing at attention.

3.          Dismissal from College

3.1        A student is dismissed from college at the end of the last lesson for each day as stipulated in the timetable for his/her chosen course of study or by 1230 hours, whichever is later.
3.2        On days when the student is scheduled to attend co-curricular activity (CCA), he/she may only be dismissed upon conclusion of the activities conducted by the CCA. 

4.          Leaving College before End of Scheduled Curriculum Time 

4.1          A student who has to leave the college before the end of his/her scheduled curriculum time is required to obtain and complete the Early Leave form available at the General Office.
4.2        The Early Leave form must be endorsed by any one of the following personnel before the student leaves the college: The Principal, Vice-Principal, any of the Heads of Department or the student’s Civics tutor or subject tutor.
4.3        The student is to inform the relevant tutors, PE tutors and/or CCA tutors of his/her absence.
4.4        The student will have to give his/her parent’s endorsement on the form before returning it to his/her Civics tutor and subject tutor (together with other accompanying documents e.g. medical certificates, official excuse slips, death certificates etc) on the day he/she returns to college. Medical certificate issued by TCM is not recognised.  

5.          Absence from College

5.1        When a student is absent from college, he/she must produce a soft copy of medical certificate/letter or parent’s letter via email from his/her parent/guardian to the tutors, PE teachers and/or teacher-advisor by the first day he/she returns to college.
5.2        The number of parent’s letter accepted is two per term.
5.3        Any student who fails to produce the required document(s) will be considered as having committed an act of truancy.
5.4        Students who wish to request for leave during the school term (e.g. urgent family matters) are required to email addressed to the Principal (nyjc@moe.edu.sg), Civics tutor and Year Head together with relevant supporting documents. All requests are subject to approval by the Principal and non-valid reason will be marked as Absent (w/o VR).
5.5        Students who are absent from tests and examinations without valid/approved medical certificates will be given zero marks for the papers that they have missed. 

6.          Dresscode

6.1        Student must be properly attired at all times, both within and outside the college premises.
6.2        Students are to wear the prescribed school uniform properly and modification to the uniform is not allowed. 
6.3        The college skirt worn by female students must not be more than 2.5 cm above the knee. 
6.4        Students are to report to school in at least half uniform. Female students should be in their college T-shirt and college skirt, while male student should be in their college T-shirt and college pants. On Wed A assembly, all students should be in their full college attire with college collar pin.
6.5        A student who is not correctly or fully attired (uniform etc.) may be barred from entering tutorial rooms, lecture theatres and the library. 
6.6        Students are given the option to be attired in college pants/skirt with a college/official CCA/class T-shirt (half-uniform) on “Dress-down days”. Students who visit the College for non-academic purposes on Saturdays, during the school holidays or the exam revision/self-study period must be attired in at least half-uniform, with covered shoes with socks. Slippers and sandals are not allowed. 
6.7        College PE attire must be worn during PE lessons. Students are to change into the college uniform immediately after morning PE, prior to attending lesson in the tutorial rooms and lecture theatres and going into the library. 
6.8        Students must be in their full college uniform or college polo t-shirt with college pants/skirt when they sit for all major college and A’ level examinations (e.g. Weighted Assessment, End of Year, Preliminary, A’ level Practical and Oral examinations).
6.9        Students must be in their full college uniform and collar pin for Wed A assembly and formal event (College day).
6.10     Students should be in their full/half uniform except for PE to at least 1230 or the last lesson of the day, whichever is later.

7.          Appearance and personal grooming

7.1        All students are expected to maintain a neat appearance and good personal hygiene.
7.2        Male students must be neat in appearance, clean-shaven and no facial hair is allowed. Hairstyle should be of appropriate length, ie not touching the ears, back not touching the collar and front not touching the eyebrows.
7.3        Female students with shoulder-length hair must have it tied up neatly.
7.4        No colouring, tinting or highlighting of hair is allowed.
7.5        Wearing of makeup is not allowed. Students are not allowed to display tattoos (permanent or temporary stick-on).
7.6        Students are not to wear any form of jewellery, except for female students who are allowed to wear one pair of small plain stud/ringed earrings. 
7.7        Male students are not allowed to wear any form of accessories or hair band.

8.          General Conduct

8.1        Students must always conduct themselves in a respectful, responsible and considerate manner. Students must not engage in mischievous acts (including pranks and disturbance) that reflect poorly on themselves and college’s reputation. Any conduct that is deemed to be detrimental to the credibility of the individual, well-being of others or the image of the college will not be acceptable (i.e. irresponsible use of social media etc).
8.2        All students are not allowed to have in their possession any weapon.  They are also not allowed to bring any weapon-like item which can be used or intended to be used to cause harm to others. 
8.3        Students must be mindful to keep noise level low especially after 7 pm.
8.4        Littering is strictly prohibited in the college premises. 
8.5        All food or flavoured drinks are only to be consumed in the college canteen and Atrium area.
8.6        In the canteen, orderly queuing for food is necessary. After consumption, all used crockery and cutlery must be returned to the appropriate receptacles near the respective stalls.
8.7        Students are not allowed to represent the college in any external activities (sports, games, competitions, performances) organized by external agencies or individuals unless official consent has been granted by the college or the teacher-advisor. 
8.8        Students are not allowed to use the college facilities for unofficial events with/for outsiders without official permission from the college administration. 
8.9        Students are to scan their own entrance/exit only.
8.10     Mobile devices must be used appropriately and with consideration to others. Mobile phones & other recording/personal devices are prohibited during the following activities as we respect the privacy and personal space of others:
·                morning assembly and flag-raising ceremony
·                college ceremonies/events;
·                lectures, tutorials, PE sessions, co-curricular activities (CCAs) and field and laboratory work
These devices should be kept out of sight. Should these personal devices be required for learning purposes or a particular learning activity, permission to use these devices should be sought from the relevant tutors. 

9.          Withdrawal from College

A student who is withdrawing from the college must make a formal withdrawal by completing the “Withdrawal from college” form obtainable from the General Office.

10.        Consequences of a Breach of College Rules

10.1     Ignorance of the college rules and regulations is not an acceptable reason/excuse.
10.2     The Student Management Committee, with the authorisation of the college administration, has the right to mete out disciplinary actions deemed fit against any student(s) caught violating the Code of Student Conduct.
10.3     The conduct grade/ testimonial/recommendation (awards/scholarships)/removal of privileges (eg represent college in games and competitions) may reflect disciplinary actions.

Appendix
Serious Offences 
Serious offences are strictly unacceptable. Such offences will be formally recorded in the school’s disciplinary records, and appropriate consequences will be imposed. These may include detention, and/or suspension from school, and/or adjustment of conduct grade, and/or withdrawal of privileges, and may also be reported to the relevant external agencies as required.

Serious offences include:
·                Attendance
·                Leaving school grounds without permission
·                Truancy
·                Defiant Behaviours
·                Damage/Infringement to property and resources (that includes cybersecurity violations, trespassing and unauthorised access, vandalism, arson, etc)
·                Dishonest behaviours
·                Hurtful behaviours
·                Sexual misconduct
·                Substance abuse (the includes vaping, smoking, alcohol, drug, etc)
·                Smoking/Vaping, the use, possession, buy, sale of cigarettes/e-cigarettes is strictly prohibited.
·                  Others (that includes disruptive behaviour, gambling, possession of weapons, etc)