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All of these people will be happy to discuss problems or anxieties with both pupils
and parents or guardians.
School Trips
All students who wish to take part in a school trip, whether educational or social,
must have written permission from a parent.
Student’s insurance must be paid before they are allowed to go on a trip. If
additional insurance is deemed necessary according to the nature of the event (such
as a ski trip), parents will be informed and the cost will be included in the total cost
of the trip.
Prefects
Prefects are appointed from Years 12 and 13. As representatives of the teaching staff,
they are elected by the staff, and their role is to assist with the smooth running of the
School, solve minor disciplinary infringements, and represent the School on certain
occasions. They are organised by the Head Girl and Head Boy. The role of the Prefect
carries authority and its bestowal is regarded as an honour at Uplands. Integrity and
responsibility are expected from those appointed.
The Prefects are elected by the staff in consultation with students in March of each
year. They take up their duties in Term III so that the out-going Prefects can focus
their attention on the examinations. Each year 16 Prefects are elected (usually 8 boys
and 8 girls). A further ballot is held to elect the Head Boy and the Head Girl.
As well as their regular duties, on special occasions such as Presentation Day and
Parent / Teacher Evenings, the Prefects assist in the smooth running of these events.
In the spirit of the school motto, “Respect for self, respect for others”, the Prefect
System serves three major purposes:
1. It promotes the smooth running of the school by assisting the staff in their
supervisory duties, covering such things as:
•checking that students wear the regulation school uniform correctly
•controlling entry of students into the refectory at lunchtime to minimize congestion
•encouraging students not to leave litter
•preventing dangerous play or any behavior likely to cause injury or damage
•discouraging anti-social behavior
2. It allows the senior students to demonstrate their maturity and sense of
responsibility and provides opportunities for them to contribute to the school.
3. It allows the senior students to develop the leadership qualities that they possess.
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