Schools reveal prohibitions within committees and warn students of 8 violations that lead to accountability

Public and private school administrations that apply the Ministry of Education’s curriculum have stressed the prohibitions within the examination committees for the end of the current academic year, which begins tomorrow, Wednesday, for students in grades five through twelfth, as they warned students of 8 violations during the tests that may lead them to accountability.

During the last hours before the start of the final exams, schools intensified their preparations, by circulating a package of behavioral instructions and disciplines aimed at ensuring the integrity of the exams and equal opportunities among students, which were reviewed by Emirates Today, stressing that adherence to the regulations and instructions within the committees represents an essential part of the student’s academic and behavioral responsibility during the exam period.

Strict controls

The administrations confirmed that the final exams are conducted according to strict controls that prevent any practices that may disrupt the conduct of the exams or affect the fairness of the evaluation, calling on students to fully adhere to the announced instructions and avoid any behaviors or tools that may be interpreted as an attempt to cheat or disrupt the system.

She explained that one of the most prominent prohibitions inside the exam halls is talking, exchanging signals, or communicating in any way with other students while taking the exam, as this is a clear violation of the exam regulations. It is also forbidden to bring all electronic devices into the committees, including mobile phones, smart watches, earphones, and other digital devices, due to the potential means they may constitute to disrupt the integrity of the exam.

Post test questions

It also warned against circulating, photographing, or publishing test questions via social media platforms, instant messaging applications, or any other electronic means, stressing that this behavior is a serious violation that requires taking the prescribed disciplinary measures against those involved in it.

The departments clarified that fraud in all its forms and methods is completely prohibited, whether through exchanging information, using scraps of paper, or using notes or unauthorized means, noting that any attempt to obtain answers by illegal means is a violation that requires accountability according to the approved regulations.

Educational resources

She also stressed the prohibition of bringing books, notes, printed papers, or any educational resources into the examination halls unless they are officially authorized, in order to preserve the integrity of the evaluation procedures and ensure equal opportunities for all students.

Regarding the behavioral aspect, schools stressed that they will not tolerate any verbal abuse, aggressive behavior, or physical assault towards colleagues, members of examination committees, or school employees before, during, or after the examination, stressing that a safe and calm examination environment represents a top priority during this period.

It also obligated students to fully adhere to the official school uniform throughout the exam days, and prohibited wearing unapproved clothing such as a “hoodie” or any clothing that does not comply with school uniform requirements, as this represents part of the school discipline required during the exam period.

Computer readiness

The schools called on students to come early to the examination centers and ensure that their electronic devices designated for taking the digital examinations are ready, adhere to the instructions of the invigilators, and focus on organized review and good preparation instead of preoccupying themselves with any violative practices that may expose them to penalties or affect their academic results.

She stressed that true success is not only achieved by academic achievement, but also by commitment to behavioral and moral values ​​that reflect the student’s personality and ability to bear responsibility, noting that integrity, discipline and respect for regulations represent basic pillars for the success of the educational process and achieving the best results in the final exams.