Registration Requirements

From the Principal’s Desk

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

Despite the challenges faced in the education sector for the past 2 years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, here at Denbigh High we were able to maintain a high level of discipline, academic performance was above average and the student’s attendance was over 90%. We also enjoyed many successes, the highlight of which are the school being Top Culture Club for Clarendon, our Aquasonixx Band placing 2^nd in the National Best Band Competition and winning 25 medals and a national trophy for JCDC in Music & Speech. It is against this background that we welcome you to the Denbigh Family where excellence is our goal.

As you join our family, we ask that you partner with us to ensure academic excellence, adherence to school rules and punctuality to school and classes.  We have a simple maxim that serves to guide our students throughout their tenure: a child remains and graduates from Denbigh High if he/she attends well, performs well and behaves well.  Our aim is to develop well rounded citizens ‘who are fit to live and fit to live with’; we therefore solicit your full commitment in all aspects of the school’s programmes as we work to provide your child/ward with the best possible opportunities to excel. 

You are starting a new school in the midst of a global pandemic, but rest assured that we remain committed and resolute to give the best educational experience possible as our vision is Quality Learning for Quality Living.

Kindly note the following:

1.   Our  ANNUAL PTA CHURCH SERVICE – will be held on the school grounds on Sunday September 4, 2022 at 9 a.m. We invite all parents and students to join us in dedicating our students, staff and all year-long activities.

2.   SCHOOL YEAR 2022/2023 – commences for ALL students as follows:

• Thursday September 1 and Friday September 2: Grade 7 Orientation
• Wednesday September 7: Grade 8 Orientation
• Thursday September 8 : Grade 9 Orientation
• Friday September 9 : Grade 10 & 11 Orientation
• Monday September 12 : Full classes for ALL Grades

3.   REGISTRATION – is compulsory for ALL students at the start of each school year.  Please ensure that you have received placement from the Ministry of Education or have been given an acceptance letter from the school’s Administrator BEFORE completing this new registration form for the Academic Year 2022/2023.  Registration for ALL New students will commence August 8 to 12, 2022 and must be completed BEFORE the start of school.

The following documents are required in order to complete registration and will not be accepted in parts:

• Bank Voucher showing that School Support Contribution of $12,000 and Computer Lab Fee of $1500 have been paid at First Caribbean International Bank (FIBC). (The Bank stamp should be seen)
• Bank Voucher showing that PTA Dues of $1,500 has been paid at FIBC. (The Bank stamp should be seen)
• Completed New Student Registration Form 2022/2023
• Completed Home-School Agreement Form
• Completed Medical Form
• Completed Dental Form
• Copy of TRN / Birth Certificate / Immunization Card (stamped Fully Immunized).
• One (1) recent passport-size picture, school appropriate, no make-up, jewellery or revealing clothing.
• Recommendation from last school attended

4.   DIAGNOSTIC TESTS – are compulsory to determine growth and value-added for each student.   Grade 7 students will sit 11/2 hour tests in 4 Core Subjects: Mathematics, English Language, Integrated Science and Social Studies.  The tests will be administered at school during the month of September.

5.   STUDENT ID – must be shown at the gate to gain entry to the institution and must be worn on the uniform at all times during the school day; this will be strictly enforced at the start of October 2022. You will be asked to submit a picture of student in full school uniform or School Polo Shirt for the ID to be printed. 

6.   RENTAL BOOKS – are the property of the Ministry of Education and as such no new books will be issued unless all previously issued books are accounted for.  Any lost books will result in the parent being charged the full replacement cost; damaged books will attract a fine of $500.00 upwards, depending on the extent of damage.  All new students MUST go to the Book Room in order to collect Rental Books.

7.   GRADE PTA MEETINGS – will be organized by Grade Coordinators during the month of September from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in order to allow you to meet your child’s Form and Subject Teachers, as well as provide guidance for the Grade level activities. 

 8.     GENERAL PTA MEETINGS – Our parent-developed theme is ‘Soaring to Greater Heights through Home-School Partnership’ and as such each parent is expected to be an active member of the PTA.  The first General PTA meeting will be announced.  Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every other month for all parents of Grade 7 – 13.  Annual PTA Dues of $1,500.00 covers PTA sponsorship of various school activities and annual BBQ.

9.     The STUDENT HANDBOOK – ratified by our Board of Management and posted on our website www.denbighhigh.edu.jm  it also carries a Disciplinary Policy outlining consequences for indiscipline.  A disciplined school environment is critical to the safety of your child and all others on the compound; ignorance of the rules is no excuse, so make time to explore the Student Handbook with your child.  Our intention as a school is to treat each student fairly and we encourage dialogue on any disciplinary matter.  Please encourage your child to uphold the standards to which you both will sign on the Agreement Form.

10.   The Student Handbook also outlines the DRESS CODE.  We are a training institution and as such governed by rules and regulations; by choosing to send your child to Denbigh High you are indicating that you are prepared to support the school’s policies.  We are concerned about the high number of boys in breach and remind you that: boys’ hair should be trimmed on one level and be less than 1cm high; fades, patterns, Mohawks are not allowed; facial hair is to be removed and parents are wise to invest in an electric shear to encourage daily grooming as regular trimming at the Barber can be quite costly; boys must wear plain black shoes, plain navy nylon socks and shoes must only be cleaned with black polish and not the hazardous substance from lamps, batteries or any other source; adjusted shirts and pants for boys must remain the original shape and should not be cut or stitched in to resemble tights or body blouse; a plain black leather belt is to be worn as plastic and rubber belts are not allowed. The uniform for girls must be loose fitting and at least 3 inches below the knees. The correct shade of ‘Denbigh Blue’ is sold at the school; an incorrect shade purchased from any other source is a breach of the Dress Code. Girls must wear plain black shoes and plain white nylon socks, folded neatly above the ankle. If for any emergency or extreme situation, students have to be out of uniform, this must be communicated by parent, via telephone and a letter for the student’s file.

Each student must have a school polo shirt and plain black or blue jeans for Casual Days or Field Trips. Ripped jeans or blouses, jewellery, nail or hair extensions are never permitted during those days. The school polo is given to each new student in their Registration Package; additional shirts can be purchased from the Administrative Office for $2500. Parental monitoring is essential to ensure compliance.All students are expected to change into Denbigh-branded PE Gear for Physical Education once per week. The PE Gear consists of a shirt in the designated House Colour and a black shorts or aqua skirt. A set of PE Gear is given to each new student in their Registration Package; additional sets/pieces may be purchased at the Administrative Office:

Shirt – $1000                  Shorts/Skirt – $1000.00                   

11.   ACADEMIC REPORTS – Parents can make Teacher Consultation appointments via 876-564-0433/876-986-2338/876-902-2148 to check on student progress at any time throughout the year. There will be two Academic Reports for each school year: at the end of the Christmas and Summer Terms. Parents, your interest or disinterest impacts your child’s performance; students are demotivated when parents do not show interest in their academic performance.

12.   OUR SOCIAL GRACES PROGRAMME – introduces students to various social events and provides guidance on modes of dress and standards of behaviour expected at various functions. Students are guided in giving speeches, fostering talent, and dining etiquette. The Grade 7 Tea Party is mandatory for all students.

Social Events held at the school for the different Grades.

13.  SCHOOL SUPPORT CONTRIBUTION – We encourage you to be faithful in the payment of the School Support Contribution $12,000.00 as well as Computer Lab Fee of $1500.00 per year agreed on by the Board and PTA. This contribution of Thirteen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($13,500) covers Insurance, Laboratory, Sports and School Development. It may be paid at FCIB using the Bank Voucher provided.

We look forward to your full cooperation in the upcoming year and ask now more than ever that you take a vested interest in your child’s schooling. Let us make this the best school year yet!

Yours truly,

………………………

Janice Julal (Mrs.)

Principal