Our Principles & Practices

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Last Updated: September 2025

At Aram Tamil Palli, we strive to create a safe and joyful learning environment rooted in respect and shared responsibility.

We are guided by two core principles:

• நாம் ஓர் பெரிய குடும்பம் (We are one big family) – Inclusivity
• இது நம்முடைய பள்ளி (It’s our school) – Responsibility, accountability, and ownership

These values remind us that our school belongs to all of us, and together we nurture a community where children learn Tamil with pride.

Class Timings & Entry

• Classes are held on scheduled Fridays from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
• The school building opens at 5:45 PM for Aram Tamil Palli.
• For safety reasons, all students and parents must use the main/front entrance. Side or back entrances should not be used.

Drop-Off & Pick-Up

• Students must be dropped off and picked up directly from their classroom.
• No pick-up or drop-off is permitted in the parking lot or outside the school building.
• Parents should supervise children until the teacher arrives.
• Students must be picked up within 5 minutes of dismissal. The building will be locked at 7:40 PM.

Student Materials & Conduct

• Bring textbook, exercise book, two pencils, and an eraser.
• No phones or gadgets are allowed during class. Devices must remain switched off.
• Snacks may only be had during the designated break time.
• Use the restroom before class begins.
• Respect school property—exploring, disturbing, or damaging classroom items is strictly prohibited.

Tardy Policy

• Students are expected to be seated and ready by 6:00 PM sharp.
• Arriving more than 5 minutes late will be marked as tardy.
• Arriving more than 10 minutes late may result in loss of participation credit.
• Frequent tardiness disrupts learning and may be addressed with parents.

Attendance & Communication

• Parents must check Canvas regularly for notes, assignments, and teacher communication.
• Class delays, cancellations, or early dismissals will be shared via Canvas, email, or WhatsApp.
• Absences should be reported in the class Canvas group before class begins.
• More than two consecutive absences require prior teacher approval.
• Parents are responsible for ensuring missed work is completed. Teachers will not re-teach missed lessons in class.

Homework & Learning Support

• Parents are encouraged to spend 15–30 minutes daily reviewing lessons and practicing Tamil at home.
• Homework must be reviewed and signed weekly by parents.
• Canvas, our Learning Management System (LMS), connects teachers, parents, and students. Please check Canvas regularly to stay updated.

Parent Involvement & Volunteering

Aram Tamil Palli depends on the support of our dedicated parent volunteers. To ensure a safe and supportive environment, parents are expected to volunteer on a rotational basis by:

• Monitoring hallways and safeguarding entrances.
• Assisting with classroom needs when scheduled.
• Helping students follow school guidelines in a respectful manner.
• Reporting concerns promptly to the school coordinator or administration.
• Respecting teachers and administrators (all volunteers) by responding promptly to communications and attending scheduled meetings.

• Students are expected to behave respectfully, as they would in their regular school.
• Running or playing in hallways is not allowed.
• Students are encouraged to speak only Tamil while at school.
• Safety is a priority—drive cautiously in the parking lot, use only assigned spaces, and do not park or wait in fire lanes.

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