Mission Statement

Our mission Mongol-Od school was founded in 2011 with the mission of providing affordable and
qualitative education to Mongolian children with a strong focus on English and a modern approach to
teaching. Our goal is to prepare our students to the challenges of the modern world via a well-
balanced curriculum that borrows from both Mongolian and American standards.
Dear Parents,

A very warm welcome to the Mongol OD School!

We hope that you will enjoy your child’s learning journey with us. We have created this
handbook to set out the practices and procedures of our school and answer a good
number of those ‘frequently asked questions’ you might have. Please, use it as a
reference. However, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher if you have
any further questions.

Developing a partnership with our parents is very important to us and, most

importantly, contributes to your child’s success. Please know that you are always
welcome at our school and that we look forward to the many ways that we can work
together to make this year a successful, challenging and rewarding experience for
your child.

Kind regards,
Principal of Mongol Od School
 CONTENTS

 School mission

 Principal letter
 Why Mongol Od
 School motto
 School values
 Discipline Rules
 School Rules
 Everyday Practices
 School uniform
 Indoor shoes
 Health and safety
 Security
 Supervision after school
 Mobile phone and electronic device use at school
 Absent from the school
  Arrival and dismissal procedures
 Lunch time
 Sport Hall
 Assembly
 Bus riders
 Calendar
 Lost and found

Curriculum

 Literacy
 Numeracy
 Extracurricular activities
 ELSC /English Learning Support Centre/
Homework policy
Communication
 Parent evenings
 Emergency contacts
 Emergency contact numbers
 School contact number
 WHY MONGOL OD?
1. We incorporate intensive English program as early as grade 1.
2. Mongol Od School aims to educate and nurture our students in order to turn them into successful
and responsible Mongolian citizens thriving in the globalized world.
3. We adopt practices inspired from International schools in order to improve upon Mongolian
standards and make our lessons as interesting and inspiring as possible. We focus both hard and soft
skills.
4. Our purpose is to educate our students in their own language and make them knowledgeable about
their own culture, history and national values while at the same time teaching them English and
various subjects in English to help them play a significant role in the modern World. For this purpose,
Mongol Od places a strong emphasis on English, math and sciences.
5. We also focus on the physical and artistic development of our students based on their age and their
individual talents through extracurricular activities in the afternoon.
Our Motto
Shine like A Star!
Our values can be summarized in those words whose initials make up the word "STARS"
- Smart
- Talented
- Active
- Role Model
- Successful
Smart refers to the quality of being intelligent and well learnt in academic subjects.
Talented refers to the expression of our students' creativity and special talents.
Active refers to the healthy and active lifestyle that we promote.
Role Model refers to our emphasis on virtue and behaving in an exemplary way by being respectful
of others and hardworking.
Successful is the end goal of all previous qualities: to achieve great things and fulfill your dream
 1. Curriculum

Mongol Od develops:
-Mongol Od curriculum offers a Mongolian National curriculum
-American Common core program
-Elective classes
At the heart of the Mongol od curriculum we want children to develop the ability to solve problems
and recognize the need, value and appropriateness of sharing and co-operation as world citizens,
valuing our differences and our similarities as human beings
Literacy

The languages of instruction at Mongol Oд are Mongolian and English. Children have daily
opportunities to develop English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. We offer a balanced
Mongolian and English literacy programs. English program includes; phonics and reading
comprehension to writing strategies and more, helps learners develop the communication skills needed
for success in school, university, and career in the future.
.

Numeracy Curriculum
Mathematics at Mongol Od combines both Mongolian National curriculum standards and are
aligned to the Common Core American State Standards. Both standards providing comprehensive
coverage of math concepts and applications.

2. English Language Support Centre (ELSC)

The English Language Support program is developed to support the students who have English
language difficulties. If a student is struggling they offered ELSC then they have additional
English language to be able to catch up the group. This program will be paid an additional fee.

Elective activities
On top of a very holistic curriculum, Mongol Od offers extracurricular activities to the Mongol Od
students aiming at having them develop their life skills and enjoying their time at school. Mongol Od
believes than not only academics but also skill development is key to having every child grow as well
rounded and mature individuals who are lifelong learners and appreciate everyone and everything
around them. Having a variety of elective activities offered for choice, we make sure every child finds
what s/he is more interested in and has the passion for be it a talent or a hobby.
The parents are given a list of the offered elective activities to discuss those with their children and
send to school the choices made for the activities.
Elective activities run whole year except for Fridays from 13.30pm to 16.10 p.m. Children have such
choices involving sports such as taekwondo, volleyball, yoga, chess, ballet, arts, aerobics etc.

3. Homework policy
At Mongol Od we believe that students should view homework as a tool for improving academic
success that enables them to practice skills independently and assists in their pursuit of lifelong
learning and good study habits. Homework provides a meaningful continuity between learning in
school and the home and helps parents to become part of the learning process of their children.
Homework should be differentiated according to the students’ needs.

The students and teachers have the responsibility to work, learn and succeed to the best of their
ability and to abide by the school rules that are based on the School mission, safety, respect,
learning and communication.

4. Safety
Teachers can keep ourselves and others safe, in a safe manner.
Consequently children will:
• Remain in the school grounds during school hours Remain in classrooms unless
given permission to leave
• Work hard in the classroom during school hours
• Follow the school procedures for entering and leaving the school grounds
• Refrain from carrying or throwing any dangerous object
5. Learning
We should set a good example by co-operating with others.
Consequently children will:
• Be on time for school each day
• Work quietly and productively together
• Follow classroom rules
• Co-operate and share with others

6. Communicating
At school we speak politely and kindly to other people following the right voice level, showing
respect in the way we speak and act.
Consequently children will:
• Use polite speech and good manners at all times
• Listen to others
• Explain actions and feelings where necessary
• Treat everyone with courtesy
• Keep parents informed of school activities
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7. Respect
Teachers should treat and respect others the way we would like to be treated and respected by
ourselves.
Consequently children will:
• Respect the teacher's right to teach and the students' right to learn without
interference, disruption or distraction
• Wear the compulsory school uniform, including PE kit as required.
• Respect the property of others and the school
• Follow instructions promptly
• Show care and thoughtfulness to others without teasing, bullying, violence,
 swearing, rude gestures, harassment or discrimination
• Care for the environments
• Place litter in bins
• Maintain an appropriate standard of personal hygiene
8. Settling Conflicts
We try to solve problems with others by ourselves. If we are unable to do this we consult a teacher
for advice.
Consequently children will:
• Try to solve problems in a calm, sensible and fair manner
• Communicate the grievance clearly and effectively
• Ask if a teacher’s help is required
9. Movement
We need to move quietly and carefully between rooms and within the school grounds.
Consequently, children will:
• Walk when inside the building keeping quiet
• Walk following right hand rule.
• Move around the school in an orderly manner
10. School Uniform
All students must wear the full Mongol Od uniform while in school. Students also need to wear the
PE and dance uniforms. Parents are requested to contact the school number 9672-2222 calling for
further information on school uniform.

11. Indoor shoes

Students should wear indoor shoes. Not allowed to wear same shoes both indoor and outdoor

12. Supervision after School

Safety of students is important for Mongol Od and children must go home with a parent/guardian
after school. Parents must sign the school consent forms; Consent form travelling home alone and
Consent form collection of a child without parent. It is compulsory that class teacher knows how your
child travels home after school.

13. Mobile Phone & Electronic Device Use at Mongol Od

Children are not allowed to use smart mobile phones or their own personal electronic games or devices
during school hours.
In exceptional circumstances, when a mobile/device is required after school pupils should hand their
mobile and/or device to the class teacher for safe keeping.
Liability for any loss, damage or theft of any device is NOT under any circumstance the responsibility
of the staff or School administration.
Children who need to contact home during school hours may do so through the school reception or
using the school mobile phone.
Use of mobile phones/electronic devices is not permitted during break and lunch times, after Selective
activities etc.

14. Absent From School

If your child will be absent from school for any reason, please be sure to inform the Class teacher or
school office immediately.
It will be extremely important for you to report any contagious diseases. Your reporting will allow us
to notify other students and parents of potential symptoms and avoid any wide spread epidemics. In
the event your child becomes sick during the school day, we will contact you. Please, contact the
registrar and your child’s class teacher if you expect to be absent from school for reasons other than
illness.

15. Arrival Times

Students should arrive at school between 8:00 and 8:20.
School bus arrives 08.20.
The classes start at 8:30.
Afternoon elective classes generally start around 13.30-14.00pm
Lessons last for 40 minutes.
 16. Dismissal Times (Monday-Thursday)
Parents can pick up their children any time after all classes
School bus departs 16.30
After 16.30 daycare is provided until 18.00 free of charge and school close the door.

17. Dining hall

On entering the Dining Hall the children are seated at designated tables and supervised by Class
teacher. School cafeteria serves delicious, nutritious food cooked by professional cook. At no-time
are the children allowed to bring in sweets, cakes and fuzzy drinks. Children may bring own lunch if
parents agree. Children may be asked to bring a water bottle labeled with their name and drink water.

18. IT room
Our IT room a designated Elementary School area and includes tables and chairs for studying, 15 PCs
with headphones and an interactive whiteboard for teaching IXL Science lessons.

19. Sports Hall

The sports hall may be used for PE and other subject teaching.
At no point should any student be in the sports hall unsupervised.
 20. Field trips
We value to opportunity to take our learning beyond the school.
Each year group will undertake a field visit once a year. Students visit Nairamdal and Yanzaga children
camps during winter holiday. Class teacher organizes outside school activities associated with their
learning such as visiting museums, theaters, places.
Mongol Od School doesn’t approve any field trips associated with any Religious purpose.

21. School Assembly

School assembly take place every Monday in the Sport Hall at 08.15, where all teaching staff and
students are encouraged to attend. Assembly is used to inform children of school matters, congratulate
them on achievements, hand-out certificates and dance school flash mob dance and sing Mongolian
and American anthems.

22. School Bus

Once you have paid your child’s bus fee your child can be picked up near from your home. Parents
are asked to reinforce the following bus rule; once on the bus students need to stay on the bus, put on
a seat belt and remain seated at all times, keep their hands and feet to themselves, and talk quietly
with the child seated next to them. The Bus driver /Bayarbat-96017864/ is your first point of contact
for bus related issues.

23. Lost and Found

Parents are encouraged to mark or label all their student’s items so they can easily be identified and
returned. Labeled items that are found will be returned to the student. Other found items (shirts, bags,
coats, etc.) are placed in the Mongol Od Lost and Found box near reception. Once again, bringing in
valuables is not permitted and Mongol Od staffs and other students have no responsibility for them being
lost.

24. Communication
Open and ongoing communication with parents is one of our top priorities. Please call or contact us
by e-mail if any questions or concerns arise. If you need to meet with a teacher please contact them in
advance to schedule a mutually convenient time. Please do not call to your child’s teachers during
school hours, late hours and weekends.

25. Parent meetings

Formal meeting with parents to discuss your child’s progress are held each term this a year. This
academic year we have planned:
1st term meeting-Friday, 2nd week of September
2nd term meeting- Friday, 2nd week of December
3rd term meeting- Friday, 2nd of April

You will receive advanced notice from your child’s class teacher, the time and date for your meetings.
 26. Emergency Contact
In case of emergency events such as an early school closing, you will be contacted via phone calls.
Please, be sure that the school has updated phone numbers and email addresses.
In case of accident or emergency of any kind, we need an up-to-date telephone number where you can
be reached during the day. We also ask that you provide us with the name and telephone number of a
neighbor, friend, or colleague who we may contact if we cannot reach you.

SCHOOL CONTACTS

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.mongol-od.edu.mn

Phone: +976-9673-3333, 976-9672-2222

Fax:976-11-300799
Address: Bayangol district 3rd khoroo, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia