Exam Rules: January 2008

1. These rules will be posted in the exam rooms and other prominent areas of the school including the internet. It is the responsibility of all students to read and be informed of the rules. If there is anything that is unclear, students are to ask for clarification.

2. Students are not to enter the exam room until directed by the supervising teacher to do so.

3. All bags, extra clothing, books, notebooks, etc., are to be left outside the examining room. Students should bring into the room only the writing instruments they will need. Students must not bring a mobile phone into the exam room.

4. Once the student is in the exam room there is to be absolutely no talking or communicating with other students. The student should raise their hand and wait for assistance from the teacher if there is any problem.

5. Students are not allowed to share materials like pens, etc., with another student in the exam room.

6. Students must not leave their seat during the exam.

7. Students should write in pen and make sure that their name is on any papers that are being given in for grading. Students are not allowed to take an exam paper from the exam room.

8. All students must remain in the exam room for the minimum exam period stated on their exam. Students must stop writing when informed that the maximum time allowed has passed.

9. If a student is found to be cheating during the exam, the matter will be referred to the principal and the following may result: The student may receive a zero grade for the exam and a permanent note about the cheating will be entered into the student’s record.