IGCSE and AS EXAMINATIONS –
SUMMER 2007
INFORMATION TO CANDIDATES AND PARENTS
Candidates and their parents are asked to make time
to discuss and be fully aware of all requirements and
arrangements pertaining to the Cambridge Examinations
which will begin in May.
The students have been briefed on the various important
aspects of their preparations and the examinations while
the teachers continue to work through revision lessons
and to guide the students on their individual revision
strategies.
Please note and share the following guidelines.
EXAMINATION TIMETABLE
The students were each given two copies of the timetable
some time ago: one copy for the student and the other
to be in a prominent place in the home as the family
also should be aware of the examination dates.
STUDY LEAVE
The final day of lessons for G11 and G12 before the
examinations begin will be FRIDAY 4 MAY.
From that day the candidates will attend school on days
or parts of days when they have an examination. After
the final day of scheduled examinations the students
in G11 will return to school for a special programme
of activities which will focus on moving on to G12 and
the worlds of further study and employment. In addition
there will be opportunities to have some relaxation
and fun within the programme.
G12 students will not return to school after the end
of their examinations which continue into June.
HOME SUPPORT
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During important revision times students need
to have a suitable place as a work base where
books and revision materials can remain undisturbed.
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Students may feel more hungry or less hungry
during the stress of revision. Snacking may suit
some individuals more than full meals as appetite
levels may fluctuate. |
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Time to rest and leave revision behind is
essential and should be planned and negotiated.
Some flexibility around home chores and family
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Distractions need to be avoided e.g. social
use of computers, intrusive phone calls, leaving
the study area repeatedly to get food, drinks
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WEATHER ISSUES
It can be expected in Hong Kong that there will be
adverse weather conditions during the summer season.
In all weather matters pertaining to postponement or
cancellation of examinations, local and international,
the Hong Kong Examinations Authority alone has the power
to make such decisions.
It is imperative that in poor or deteriorating weather
conditions candidates listen to the radio or look at
the Hong Kong Observatory website. Schools do not individually
have any right to make decisions about examinations
in their own examination centres (schools).
When the weather might possibly give rise to concerns
about an examination, candidates must not phone the
school. Clarification will be available via radio or
weather website more quickly; there is no point in contacting
the school.
Students should keep an umbrella and a spare school
shirt in their locker during the examination period.
It is also advisable to wear or bring to school the
school sweater, as air conditioning in the examination
hall will be necessary. For comfort in air conditioning
girls are advised to wear their school trousers rather
than the school skirt.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The international examination boards make it very clear
that candidates have a responsibility to ensure that
their conduct during examinations and at all times when
in the exam hall does not compromise the candidate or
the Examination Board. Rules are intentionally strict
and sanctions may be applied which include the loss
of as many as all examinations taken in the session
(Summer 2007 Session).
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Candidates are permitted
to bring into the exam room only the writing materials
required for that examination and an ID card.
The required pens (and pencils when appropriate)
must be brought in a clear pencil case or plastic
bag. No correction fluid is permitted in any examination. |
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No drinks may be brought. Water will be available
in the exam hall. |
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Talking inside the exam
hall is not permitted at any time. |
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No mobile phones or any other electronic device
capable of transmitting or storing information
may be taken into the exam hall. |
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No purses, wallets or any other items of personal
property are to be taken into the examination
hall. Valuables and bags must be placed in lockers
in good time before the start of each examination. |
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On each examination day students are required
to wear normal, correct school uniform. Items
of personal clothing may not be worn. |
EXAMINATION RESULTS
The examination results are scheduled to be released
electronically by the Cambridge Examination Board to
schools on 9th August. If there is no delay by Cambridge,
the results should be available to candidates on 9th
August. It is essential, however, that candidates check
the KIS website before going to school to collect their
results as delays can arise in the system.
KIS WEBSITE
Full examination information and related information
can be checked on the school website. It will be used
also for any important messages after study leave has
begun. Candidates should check the website regularly
and frequently.
IMPORTANT WEBSITES
E Muscroft
April 2007
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