Purpose of the Document
The standard rules regulate the functioning of secondary education organizations:
• school working hours,
• structure of the academic year,
• admission and expulsion procedures,
• organization of the educational process,
• rights and responsibilities of participants.
The document specifies the provisions of the Law "On Education."
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Organization of the Academic Year
The academic year:
• starts on September 1,
• is divided into quarters,
• includes vacation periods,
• ends with final certification.
The vacation schedule is approved by an authorized body order.
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School Working Hours
The rules establish:
• duration of lessons,
• duration of breaks,
• five- or six-day week mode,
• requirements for extracurricular activities.
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Admission of Students
Admission to the school is carried out:
• upon parents' application,
• in accordance with the assigned territory,
• if there are available places.
Unjustified refusal of admission is prohibited.
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Students’ Rights
Students have the right:
• to safe learning conditions,
• to participate in school life,
• to objective assessment,
• to receive information about results.
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Students’ Responsibilities
• to comply with the school charter,
• to complete academic tasks,
• to treat teachers with respect,
• to observe discipline.
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Teachers’ Rights
• autonomous choice of teaching methods,
• participation in the pedagogical council,
• protection of professional honor,
• safe working conditions.
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Pedagogical Council
The pedagogical council:
• approves educational programs,
• reviews academic performance issues,
• makes decisions on the organization of the educational process.
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Documentation
The school is required to maintain:
• journals,
• students’ personal files,
• meeting protocols,
• lesson plans.
Excessive reporting must not conflict with legislation regarding the teacher’s status.
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Disciplinary Measures
Permitted measures include:
• reprimand,
• censure,
• expulsion (according to established procedures).
Physical and psychological violence are unacceptable.
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Practical Significance for Teachers
It is important for teachers to:
1. Know the school’s working schedule.
2. Understand their rights and responsibilities.
3. Rely on this document in controversial situations.
4. Know the procedure for handling disciplinary issues.