Code of Conduct
When we come together in the PSG, we have to remember to balance our own needs and ideas with the needs of the school, other parents and all the students of the school.
Dos of PSG
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Follow the school’s rules and respect the authority of the school.
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Promote and participate actively in the school’s programmes for the benefit of all children.
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Communicate with the school on specific needs of the child, if any.
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Provide constructive feedback to the school through official channels (e.g. dialogue sessions, PSG meetings).
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Respect the views and comments of fellow members.
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Project a positive image of the school when volunteering at school or PSG events.
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Dress modestly when volunteering at school events.
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Seek members’ permission before adding members to any chat or social media group, and keep their personal contact details confidential.
​Don'ts of PSG
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Don't overrule school policies for personal benefit or convenience.
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Don't engage in political games or favouritism within the PSG.
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Don't dictate teaching practices in the school. This may undermine the professionalism of teachers.
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Don't interfere with the administration of the school (e.g. attempt to discipline a school staff or vendor of the school).
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Don't criticise the school or PSG publicly. Any grievances should be brought to the attention of the Principal or PSG Chairman.
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Don't represent the school at any external party, unless specifically authorised by the school leaders (e.g. speaking to the media).
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Don't wear revealing clothes.
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Don't use the PSG WhatsApp group chat to seek support for specific problems that your child is facing in school. Such feedback should be given to the school.
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Don't send messages that are irrelevant to the PSG’s work through the PSG’s communication channels.
Managing Conflicts
Members with a Personal Agenda
The focus of the PSG should be on all the children in the school. Although we may be more concerned about our own child or our own area of work, we need to remind one another that we need to benefit all students in the school.
Schools with Differing Perspectives
Involve the school staff at the start of the year to endorse our work plan, and meet regularly to clarify how our plans align with the school’s goals and available support. As the PSG operates within the school, we should respect the school’s authority and work closely with them.
Overly Enthusiastic Members
We may sometimes be too enthusiastic and will expect swift changes. However we must always remember that the PSG is supporting the school. We need to be considerate and practical in our requests and expectations.
Inactive Members
Respect that parents have different backgrounds, preferences, and levels of commitment when inviting them to participate in the PSG. We should continuously encourage and motivate one another by highlighting the positive impact of our work on the school and the students.