1.8.7 -Functions

• Parents and or Others are to be invited only on two functions in a year:
• Parents Day (Annual Prize Distribution)
• Drama/Concert

Note: In Junior branches at times Annual Prize distribution is combines with Sports Day.

• Functions should not exceed 2 hours including the time for prize distribution
• Chief Guests at functions are to be from within the system.  Prior approval of non-system guests has to be given by BHEB or the Regional Director
• The co-educational character of the school to be maintained at functions, with no gender-based segregation.
• All presentation must be in English except for an occasional Urdu poem/song/sketch
• The content of each presentation must be of an excellent standard, approved by the management weeks in advance of the performance.  Final rehearsal must be attended by the Regional Director.  The Regional Director must approve the content, style etc of all the items in the function
• Compèring may be conducted by the staff and/or by students.  The selection of compères must be based on their English pronunciation, fluency as well as their ability to generate interest among the audience. (A grim faced compère makes a negative impression)
• After parents are seated, cold drinks are served.  Separate arrangement for tea and snacks for the Chief Guest along with the Head after the function
• A clear instruction to the invitees must be given regarding the attendance of children/babies.  This must be fully implemented regardless of whether the babies/children belong to the teachers/management etc
• The function must start at the stated time.  A wait of 15 minutes is permissible for outside chief guests.  However, if the chief guest is late, the function may start with the announcement regarding the delay in the Guest’s arrival.  On the late arrival of the guest, an announcement of his/her arrival is made

 

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