Ensuring Safety and Security: CBSE Guidelines for Schools

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School Safety & Security

After few  incidents in a private schools, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) issued a notice to all its affiliated schools enlisting new safety guidelines to ensure a child’s safety and security in school premises.

Notification released on 12 September 2017 by the CBSE keeping students safe within schools would “solely lie upon the school authorities”. The guidelines came amid increased concerns about the safety of students in school premises following the gruesome incidents.

“As the children are spending most of their time in school, the concern of parents about the safety of school children is increasing every other day regarding their physical safety, mental & emotional health or child abuse owing to increasing incidents involving safety and well-being of school children. The onus for safety and security of children in school campus shall solely lie upon the school authorities. It is a fundamental right of a child to engage and study in an environment where he/she feels safe and is free from any form of physical or emotional abuse or harassment,” the CBSE directive stated.

The CBSE circular, published on the official website, stated that the CBSE-affiliated schools will have to comply with the new guidelines within two months from the release of notification.

The new safety guidelines issued are as follows:

1) Schools should strive to promote a better understanding amongst their teachers and staff on the laws protecting the safety, security and interests of the students and device means to take immediate remedial and punitive action against such violations. The staff members should also be educated to recognize their protective obligation towards students and to ensure safety and well-being of children in schools.

2) Schools will need to get the security /safety audit done on their premises and personnel from their respective local police station within the next two months.

3) Install CCTV Cameras at all vulnerable areas/point in the School premises and ensure they are functional at all times.

4) Police Verification and Psychometric evaluation must be conducted for all staff employees, emphasizing this be done meticulously for non-teaching staff as well like bus conductors, drivers, peon, and other support staff.

5) Ensure that supporting staff is employed only from authorized agencies and proper records are maintained.

6) Constitute parent-teacher-students committee to address the safety and security needs of the students and to take regular feedback from parents in this regard.

7) Closely monitor access to school buildings by outsiders and visitors.

8) Provide training and development for staff to address their responsibilities to protect children from any form of abuse.

9) The schools shall constitute separate committees for redressal of public, staff, parents, students grievances, Internal Complaints committee on sexual harassment and committees under POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offence) Act, 2012 and details of the these committees along with contact details shall be displayed prominently on School Notice Board and conspicuously on the school website for information of all stakeholders.

Making the safety guidelines mandatory for all its affiliated schools, the notification also said, “Any violation or lapses with regard to safety and well-being of children in school campus would invite appropriate action including the disaffiliation of the school as per the provisions under affiliation bye-laws of the board.”

CBSE CIRCULAR LINK:

https://cbse.nic.in/newsite/circulars/2017/Circular%20Safety%20in%20School%2012.09.2017.pdf

50 topics for a Morning Special Assembly in a CBSE school

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50 topics suitable for a Morning Special Assembly in a CBSE school:

  1. Unity in Diversity: Celebrating India’s Pluralism
  2. Importance of Education in a Student’s Life
  3. Cleanliness and Hygiene: Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
  4. Role of Youth in Nation Building
  5. Environmental Conservation and Sustainability
  6. World Peace and Harmony
  7. Health and Fitness: Staying Active and Fit
  8. Digital India: Advancements in Technology
  9. Women Empowerment: Breaking Stereotypes
  10. Road Safety and Responsible Driving
  11. Cybersecurity Awareness: Staying Safe Online
  12. National Integration: Strength in Diversity
  13. Mental Health Awareness and Well-being
  14. Importance of Reading: Building a Reading Habit
  15. Save Water, Save Life: Water Conservation
  16. Patriotism and Love for the Nation
  17. Say No to Bullying: Promoting Kindness
  18. Global Warming and Climate Change
  19. Value of Time Management for Students
  20. Financial Literacy: Managing Money Wisely
  21. Honoring Our Teachers: Teacher’s Day Special
  22. Role of Youth in Eradicating Corruption
  23. Importance of Sports in Education
  24. Celebrating Diversity in Festivals
  25. Reducing Plastic Pollution: Say No to Plastic
  26. Gratitude and Thankfulness
  27. Importance of Cultural Exchange Programs
  28. Wildlife Conservation and Protection
  29. Career Guidance for High School Students
  30. Respecting Elders and Senior Citizens
  31. Celebrating National Science Day
  32. Gandhi Jayanti: Mahatma Gandhi’s Legacy
  33. Say No to Drugs and Substance Abuse
  34. Healthy Eating Habits: Nutrition Awareness
  35. International Day of Peace
  36. World Environment Day: Taking Action
  37. Youth and Social Responsibility
  38. Gender Equality and Women’s Rights
  39. Role of Youth in Politics
  40. The Power of Positive Thinking
  41. Friendship and Building Strong Relationships
  42. Celebrating Cultural Heritage: Dance and Music
  43. Space Exploration and Future Possibilities
  44. Patriotism through Art and Creativity
  45. Human Rights and Social Justice
  46. Roadmap to a Greener Future
  47. Leadership and Empowerment
  48. Celebrating Diversity in Languages
  49. Promoting Healthy Competition
  50. Dealing with Stress and Exam Anxiety

These topics cover a wide range of themes and can be used to inspire and educate students during your school’s Morning Special Assembly.

 

Unlocking the Puzzle: Unveiling the Challenges of Schools with Multiple Owners

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When a school has multiple owners, it can lead to various challenges and problems. Here are some common issues that can arise in such situations:

  1. Decision-making conflicts: Multiple owners may have different visions, goals, and priorities for the school. This can result in conflicts when making important decisions related to curriculum, staff appointments, infrastructure development, budget allocations, and other significant matters. Disagreements and lack of consensus can hinder progress and lead to delays or ineffective decision-making.
  2. Lack of unified direction: With multiple owners, there can be a lack of a unified direction or a clear mission for the school. Each owner may have their own ideas and strategies, making it challenging to establish a cohesive educational philosophy and long-term vision. This can create confusion among staff, students, and parents, and may impact the overall effectiveness and identity of the school.
  3. Communication and coordination issues: Effective communication and coordination are essential for the smooth functioning of a school. When there are multiple owners, there may be difficulties in maintaining clear and consistent communication channels. Coordination among the owners, the school administration, and other stakeholders can become complex and fragmented, leading to misunderstandings, delays, and inefficiencies.
  4. Power struggles and lack of accountability: Multiple owners may result in power struggles and a need for clearly defined roles and responsibilities. This can lead to confusion, conflicts, and a lack of accountability. Decision-making processes may become prolonged, and the overall governance structure may become ineffective. Without clear lines of authority, enforcing policies, implementing changes, and holding individuals accountable for their actions can be challenging.
  5. Financial management challenges: Managing finances can become more complicated when there are multiple owners involved. Disagreements may arise regarding budget allocations, resource distribution, and financial planning. The lack of a unified financial strategy can lead to financial instability or mismanagement, potentially affecting the school’s ability to provide quality education and maintain necessary resources.
  6. Inconsistent policies and practices: Multiple owners may approach school policies, rules, and procedures differently. This can result in consistency in the implementation and enforcement of these policies. Students, parents, and staff members may need more uniformity and clarity due to the lack of uniformity, which can affect the overall functioning and reputation of the school.
  7. Difficulty in long-term planning: Long-term planning becomes more challenging when multiple owners are involved, as it requires alignment and agreement on strategic goals and objectives. Without a unified vision, it can be difficult to create and implement effective long-term plans for the school’s growth, development, and sustainability.

To address these problems, schools with multiple owners must establish clear governance structures, promote effective communication and collaboration, define roles and responsibilities, and work towards a shared vision and mission. Open dialogue, regular meetings, and the establishment of decision-making processes can help mitigate conflicts and ensure the school operates smoothly despite having multiple owners.

When a school has multiple owners, it can lead to a variety of challenges and problems, including issues related to school employees. Here are some common additional concerns that can arise in such situations:

8. Exploitation by school employees: The presence of multiple owners can sometimes create opportunities for certain school employees to exploit the situation for personal gain. Employees may take advantage of the lack of clear lines of authority and accountability to manipulate situations, create conflicts, or engage in unethical practices. This behaviour can disrupt the harmonious functioning of the school and negatively impact the overall ecosystem.

9. Conflict among employees: In a school with multiple owners, employees may align themselves with different owners, leading to conflicts and division among the staff. These conflicts can stem from loyalty to specific owners or disagreements over various decisions and policies. Such divisions can create a toxic work environment, hinder collaboration among employees, and compromise the school’s overall effectiveness.

Addressing these issues requires the implementation of robust systems and policies to prevent employee exploitation and conflicts. This can include establishing clear codes of conduct, implementing transparent accountability mechanisms, and promoting a positive and inclusive work culture. Regular communication and training programs can also help foster a sense of unity among employees, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and the shared mission of the school.

By addressing these challenges effectively, a school with multiple owners can create an environment where employees work collaboratively, maintain high ethical standards, and contribute positively to the overall ecosystem of the school.

With over 15 years of experience in educational operations, I am a dedicated school management and administration professional. Having travelled extensively across 14 states in India for various services such as CBSE school set-up, school management, school architecture design and planning, statutory compliances, approvals and affiliations, resource management, SOPs, training and audits, I have gained valuable exposure to the education systems operating in different geographical areas.

If you are looking for any consultation or professional help, I am eager to discuss new projects and opportunities and would happily connect with you to explore potential collaborations. Please feel free to contact me at +91 9644888899 or email himanshu@schoolsupport.co.in for any school support-related inquiries.

 

Setting Up a School – The Common Mistakes

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Setting up a school can be the opportunity of a professional lifetime however many do not realise how challenging it is and the types of mistakes that can be detrimental to a school’s success. School Support thought sharing some of the typical mistakes that we have seen others make along the way. It is also best to learn from others and then leverage success from the experience of proven experts in the field.

Below mentioned are few points we experienced as biggest mistakes of management:

  1. Lack of Advance Planning
  2. No Budget Plan or Business Plan
  3. No Planning for Human Resources
  4. Undervalued Staff
  5. Wrong Leadership
  6. Not having any Standard Policy and Procedures for School Operations
  7. Poor Reporting and Data Management
  8. Unfocused Professional Development
  9. Trying to run school like other business.
  10. Sophisticated Management
  11. Fear of Change 
  12. Unplanned Architectural Design
  13. Delay in Decision Making
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Digital Signatures for CBSE Affiliation

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How to get Digital Signatures for CBSE Affiliation?

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Now CBSE has introduced first time SARAS and  schools have been asked to submit their application authenticating with the Digital Signatures.  So now every school has to get the  Digital Certificate (Signature).

CBSE, SARAS website is require Digital Signature in the form of .PFX or .P12 file

What is Digital Signature? and the types of signature e.g. .pfx/.p12 files.

What is a DIGITAL SIGNATURE (DSC)
Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) are the digital equivalent (that is electronic format) of physical or paper certificates. Few Examples of physical certificates are drivers’ licenses, passports or membership cards. Certificates serve as proof of identity of an individual for a certain purpose; for example, a driver’s license identifies someone who can legally drive in a particular country. Likewise, a digital certificate can be presented electronically to prove one’s identity, to access information or services on the Internet or to sign certain documents digitally.

How does one get DSC (Digital Certificates)
• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) Applicants can directly approach Certifying Authorities (CAs) with original supporting documents, and self-attested copies will be sufficient in this case
• DSCs can also be obtained, wherever offered by CA, using Aadhar eKYC based authentication, and supporting documents are not required in this case
• A letter/certificate issued by a Bank containing the DSC applicant’s information as retained in the Bank database can be accepted. Such letter/certificate should be certified by the Bank Manager.

Which are the  Certifying Authorities for DSC?
There are certain entities who have been granted licences to issue Digital Certificates. e.g. National Informatics Center (NIC), IDRBT Certifying Authority, SafeScrypt CA Services, E-MUDHRA,
CDAC, NSDL, etc. School  can go their websites and explore the details.

Why School will need DSC ?
CBSE has already issued a CIRCULAR regarding  Principal can now approve of the LOC (List of Candidates) for Secondary and Higher Secondary Exams through the DSC. This is a mandatory rules from now onwards.

Links for more information of DSC :

https://www.certificate.digital/mca-roc/

https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/registerdsc.html

https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/digitalsignaturecertificate.html

https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/acquiredsc.html

https://www.e-mudhra.com/mca-roc.htm

यदि आप स्कूल शिक्षा क्षेत्र से संबंधित कोई भी सवाल पूछना चाहते हैं तो निःसंकोच इस पेज में नीचे कमेंट सेक्शन वाले बॉक्स में अपना सवाल कर सकते हैं। स्कूल सपोर्ट आपकी समस्या के समाधान हेतु यथासंभव पूरी कोशिश करेगा।

If you have any queries, Feel free to ask any questions to School Support in the comments section at bottom of this page. We will try our level best to clear your doubts

CBSE Re-engineered Affiliation Process

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CBSE Re-engineered Affiliation Process

CBSE has Re-engineered the Affiliation Process in January 2021. Now you may have below questions:

  1. What are the changes in CBSE rules from Jan 2021?
  2. How new CBSE affiliation process will work ?
  3. Is it easy or hard now to get CBSE Affiliation?

If you have all above questions in your mind, I will say not to worry.  CSBE has made things easier and faster now. I am putting few points in simple words here.

There are very few additions in rules and the process is made faster for schools to get affiliation. Below are points made by CBSE in new Re-engineered Affiliation Process.

  1. The entire Affiliation Process will complete in 4 Months.
  2. AI and Machine Driver process will do Automatic Approval for Affiliation.
  3. Provision of Virtual Inspection.
  4. Technology Driven
  5. Transparent Process.

So now this is clear that CBSE is more concern about delay in process of affiliation and now this is made faster with new process change. 

CHECK POINTS YOU MUST KNOW!
Check 1 : Obtain Digital Signatures for using the Affiliation System.
Check 2 : Schools must keep the OASIS data base updated. This will be a credible source of information of sch ools. All schools must mandatorily disclose information on their websites as per the section 3.4 of this Handbook.
Check 3 : The following 6 documents must be possessed by a school at the time of applying for application for any of the groups given above:
1. No Objection Certificate to the effect that State Government has no objection to the affiliation of the School with CBSE . Not required for the schools already affiliated
2. Recognition Certificate from concerned State Education Department as per extant rules and provisions contained in RTE Act 2009.
3. Land Certificate as per the Appendix X of the Affiliation Byelaws : The Competent Authority t o issue the land certificate is DM/ ADM/ SDM /Tehsildar/Naib Tehsildar/ Registrar/ Sub Registrar or any other equivalent authority competent to issue such certificate.
4. Fire Safety Certificate to be issued by the Fire Safety Department of the State Govt./ Competent Govt. Authority such as Municipal Corporation etc. as per prescribed norms with validity (validity as on
date of final submission of application).
5. Building Safety Certificate To be i ssued by competent government authority or the empanelled engineers authorised to issue such certificates by the appropriate Government. For e.g. Empanelled engineer by Municipal Corporations /Development Authorities/ Road s/ Building Department etc.
6. Certificate of Registration of Society/Trust/Company running the school.
Check 4 : The affiliation application form will have KYC , Part A and Part B . KYC is the pre registration of school.
Part A of the form will ask the mandatory requirement details. Part B will ask the other details. Only those school s that fulfill the mandatory requirements will be able to apply.

For more details visit CBSE website : http://cbseaff.nic.in/cbse_aff/welcome.aspx

 

 

 

LAND REQUIREMENT FOR CBSE SCHOOL

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LAND REQUIREMENT FOR CBSE SCHOOL

The School or Society/Trust/Company managing the school must have land as per the following norms:

REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO LAND

The following conditions should be satisfied in respect of the land:

3.1.1. The land on which the school is located should necessarily be a contiguous single plot of land. If there are more than two survey numbers etc. all the survey numbers/plots should be adjacent/touching each other and shall make a single plot of land on the whole.

3.1.2. A suitable building should be constructed on a part of the land mentioned in 3.1.1 above.

3.1.3. A proper playground should exist on the remaining part of the land mentioned in 3.1.1 above.

3.1.4. Other facilities as prescribed by the Board from time to time should exist on a part of the land mentioned in 3.1.1 above.

3.1.5. The land mentioned in 3.1.1 above should be surrounded on all sides by a pucca boundary wall of sufficient and adequate height.

3.2. The school affiliated or seeking affiliation with the Board shall have a minimum of 8000 square meters of land in general subject to the restriction of optimum enrolment and number of sections given in Appendix-V (as given in CBSE Byelaws).

3.3. The school not fulfilling the minimum requirement of 8000 square meters but having land not less than 6000 square meters may be granted affiliation, subject to the restriction of optimum enrolment and number of sections given in Appendix­ V(as given in CBSE Byelaws).

3.4. The land requirement will be of minimum 4000 square meters in case of the following, subject to the restriction of optimum enrolment and number of sections given inAppendix-V (as given in CBSE Byelaws)

3.4.1. School located in limits of Municipal Authorities of cities with a population exceeding 15 Lakhs.

3.4.2. School located in hilly areas. The norms as prescribed by the Planning Commission (NITI Aayog) shall be applicable for determining the hilly areas.

3.4.3. Schools located within the limits of Municipal Authorities of the State Capital Cities.

3.4.4. Schools located in the North Eastern States.

3.4.5. Schools located in the state of Jammu and Kashmir.

3.4.6. Schools located within the limits of Municipal Authorities of Ghaziabad, NOIDA, Faridabad and Gurugram cities only of National Capital Region.

3.4.7. Schools located within the limits of Municipal Authorities of Panchkula (Haryana) and Mohali/SAS Nagar (Punjab) , the satellite cities of Chandigarh.

3.5. For the schools located within the limits of Municipal Authority of the cities classified as Class-X (At present Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune) by the Government of India the minimum land requirement will be 2000 square meters for a Secondary School and 3000 (or 4000) square meters for a Senior Secondary School subject to the restriction of optimum enrolment and number of sections given in Appendix-V (as given in CBSE Byelaws).

3.6. For the schools mentioned in sub-clauses to this clause, the minimum land requirement will be 1600 square meters for a Secondary School and 2400 (or 3200) square meters for a Senior Secondary School subject to the restriction of optimum enrolment and number of sections given in Appendix-V (as given in CBSE Byelaws).

3.6.1. For the school located in the limits of Municipal Authorities of 4 metropolitan cities of Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai.

3.6.2. For the schools located in the state of Arunachal Pradesh.

3.6.3. For the schools located in the state of Sikkim.

3.6.4. For the schools located on the Islands.

3.7. For the schools situated on the Hill Stations, the minimum land requirement will be 2000 square meters for a Secondary School and 3000 (or 4000) square meters for a Senior Secondary School subject to the restriction of optimum enrolment and number of sections given in Appendix-V (as given in CBSE Byelaws).

3.7.1. The institution should have an arrangement for sports and extracurricular activities with the nearby schools/colleges or any other institution for a minimum period of 15 years.

3.7.2. In case the arrangement in respect of 3.7.1 is with a private institution, a copy of the resolution passed by the management of the institution at its managing committee meeting may also be submitted to the Board.

3.7.3. In case the arrangement in respect of 3.7.1 is with a government institution, a copy of the letter issued by the head of such institution may also be submitted to the Board.

3.7.4. The number of students should be restricted in such institutions on the basis of constructed covered area of school building by following the norms of 1 sq.mtr. floor area per child.

3.8. LAND OWNERSHIP

    1. All the land title documents should be in the name of the School or Society/T rust/Company which has established the school.
    2. 3.8.1. In case of ownership, the land title documents should be a Sale Deed/Conveyance Deed/Gift Deed/Lease Deed/Allotment Letter etc. duly registered before the Registration Authority concerned of the State as per rules.
    3. 3.8.2. In case of lease, the Lease Deed of the land/building should be duly registered before the concerned Registration Authority of the State and should be for a minimum effective term of 15 years.
    4. 3.8.3. A lease executed by a government or any agency of government may be accepted even if it is for a term of less than 15 years but the lease should specifically be for running a school.
    5. 3.8.4. The lease deed shall be operational at the time of application for affiliation/upgradation/extension.
    6. 3.8.5. The period of validity of lease or any other documents of property should be such that it guarantees the enjoyment of lawful rights over the land for a continuous period of five years or more from the session for which the application for initial affiliation has been submitted.
    7. 3.8.6. It shall be the. responsibility of the school to renew the lease or allotment etc. during the period of affiliation to ensure lawful rights over the land on which the school is situated.
    8. 3.8.7. Period of lease will further be subject to the rules and policy of the State/UT Government.
    9. 3.8.8. In case of schools mentioned in 2.1.5, 2.1.6, 2.1.7, the land may be accepted if the same is under the ownership or legal possession of the (Central or State) Public Sector Undertakings, Statutory Bodies and Autonomous Bodies, Government Department etc. and has been allotted by the said (Central or State) Public Sector Undertakings, Statutory Bodies and Autonomous Bodies, Government Department etc. for running of school.
    10. 3.8.9. In case of schools established by or in large scale industrial projects, the land may be accepted if the same is under the ownership or legal possession of the industrial project and has been allotted by the said industrial project for running of school.
  2. 3.9. For the purpose of Upgradation to Secondary Level stage in respect of the schools which were granted Affiliation up to Secondary level on or before the year 1996 under the relaxed condition of land requirement may be considered for Upgradation to +2 stage provided that they should have at least 4000 square meters of land.

SCHOOL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

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Rules of CBSE to form School Management Committee

Subject to relevant provision in the Education Act of the State/UT concerned, every affiliated school should have a scheme of management as per following clauses.

All the schools affiliated with the board shall have a School Management Committee as stipulated in RTE Act 2009, any other enactment or regulations framed by the State/Appropriate Government.

8.2. Composition of School Management Committee:

8.2.1. The management committee of a recognized aided school shall consist of not more than fifteen members; and the management committee of a private unaided school shall consist of not more than twenty one members;

However in case of senior secondary schools offering vocational subject additional member(s) (subject expert(s) as per subject offered may be appointed.

8.2.2. subject to provisions of clause 8.1 and the total number of members specified in clause 8.2.1, every management committee shall include the following namely:-

(a) The Head of the school. S/he will be a Member Secretary of the School Management Committee;

(b) Two parents of students studying in the school. One father and one mother of students specifically in co-educational schools.

(c) Two teachers of the schools;

(d) Two other persons (of whom one shall be women); who are, or have been, teachers of any other school or of any college, to be nominated by the Trust/Society/Company;

(e) Two members to be nominated by the Board;

(f) The remaining members to be nominated or elected as the case may be, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the society/trust/Company running the school.

(g) Members may be nominated as per the conditions, if any, laid down in the “No Objection Certificate”.

(h) At least fifty percent members should be women.

Provided further that the above provisions shall be implemented with immediate effect and the schools affiliated earlier and not complying with above provisions shall be required to take remedial measures with suitable qualified substitutes within a year of notification of these byelaws.

8.3. The term of the members of the Management Committee shall be three years. A member can be re-nominated for another term but a member cannot remain in office for more than two consecutive terms except ex-officio members and the members of the Trust/Society/Company.

8.4. Powers and Functions of the School Management Committee

Subject to overall control of the Society/Trust/ Company the duties, powers and responsibilities of the School Management Committee shall include but not limited to the following:

8.4.1. It shall supervise the activities of the school for its smooth functioning.

8.4.2. It will work according to the specific directions given by the Society/Trust/Company regarding admission policy. However, it shall ensure that admissions are made as per merit without discretion of gender, disability, religion, race, caste, creed and place of birth etc. strictly as per state policy.

8.4.3. It shall look into the welfare of the teachers and employees of the school.

8.4.4. It shall evolve both short-term and long-term plans for the improvement of the school.

8.4.5. It shall make appointment of teachers and non teaching staff.

8.4.6. It shall exercise financial powers beyond those delegated to the Principal within the budgetary provisions of the school.

8.4.7. It shall take stock of academic programmes and progress of the school without jeopardizing the academic freedom of Principal.

8.4.8. It shall guide the Principal in school management.

8.4.9. It shall ensure that the norms given in the Acts/Rules of the State/UT and of the CBSE regarding terms and conditions of service and other rules governing recognition/Affiliation of the school are strictly adhered to.

8.4.10. It shall ensure that no financial irregularity is committed and no irregular procedure with regard to admission/examinations is adopted.

8.4.11. It shall approve the rates of Fees and other charges subject to the conditions laid down in Chapter-7. (CBSE Byelaws)

8.4.12. It shall review the budget of the school presented by the Principal and forward the same to Society/Trust/Company for approval.

8.4.13. It shall ensure the safety and security of children and staff of the school and give directions for improvement.

8.4.14. It shall look in to grievances of the teachers and staff in connection with their service conditions and pay etc. and dispose such grievances in accordance with applicable rules.

8.4.15. The School Management Committee will meet at least twice in an academic session.

8.5. The provisions contained in Acts and Regulations of the Appropriate Government will prevail upon the provisions related to School Management Committee in these byelaws.

(Please keep checking CBSE and state Govt circulars for change of rules)

Source : http://cbseaff.nic.in/cbse_aff/attachment/onlineservices/affiliation-Bye-Laws.pdf