Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Student Council for Grapevine 2010

Student Council for Grapevine 2010:

As the deadline was upon us, and I did not get a response in time from the group, therefore
I have submitted the following two names from our class to be part of the Student Council for the Grapevine 2010 committee, and they are:

Kenneth and Dina.

Congratulations!
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
The Gading Food Handlers training for all new students is CONFIRMED to be on SATURDAY, January 16, 2009 from 9am - 12pm.

Venue has been CONFIRMED as Room 1.10 .

Students involved would be the new IHTM 9, PCT/CULA 9, BA Yr 1 & the new students for BA Yr 2 (4 students).

ATTENDANCE IS COMPULSORY FOR ALL STUDENTS, except for those who have done it elsewhere, provided you can show proof that you've done it.

Bring along ONE passport size photograph on that day.

Monday, January 4, 2010

HOW TO BE A GOOD STUDENT

1. Appointment of Class Leaders:
Class representative. Substitute Class representative. Treasurer.

2. Profile cards:
All students have to fill them up (within the orientation week).
Two photos have to be given to your AA within the first week.
At the back of the profile card you have to write any medical condition that you may have. This will stay strictly confidential.

3. Copy of certificates:
You have to give a copy of your certificates. You have to file them. Will be needed for exemption. Special case for the Bahasa Melayu. The copies of the diplomas have to be certified downstairs at the One-Stop centre.

4. Exemptions:
(within the 1st week, you can apply for exemptions)
You will have to show proof. But it is not guaranteed.
Work-placement (you have to show proof). 6 months placement may get exemptions.
Bahasa Melayu: You have to wait for the official exemption. The exemption will be given by the One-Stop centre downstairs.

5. In the event you obtain an exemption:
No fees are to be paid for that subject.
Fees that have been paid will not be refundable, they will be carried forward to the following semester.
BUT.... as long as there is no exemption, you have to go in class!!!!!

6. Student fund:
RM 10 the first semester (Grapewine & students fund)
RM 5 the 2 following semester.
RM 0 for the last semester.

7. Holidays:
These are set by the school!!!
If you want to take more holidays, it is on your own account.

8. The days when you are sick:
You‘ll have to call KDU or your AA.
After your obtain your Medical Certificate, you have to submit a letter from your parents or your GP/doctor.
You’ll have to give a photocopy of this letter to all the lecturers whose classes you’ve missed.

9. Discipline:
NO VIOLENCE IS ALLOWED IN KDU.
If you raise your fist: You get terminated.
You’d have to refer to your handbook on the website:http://htca.kdu.edu.my/

10. Attendance record:
80% attendance must be achieved, otherwise you’ll be barred.

11. Marks:
40% semester average must be achieved, in order to proceed to the next semester.
This is accumulative average of your grades and PA marks.

12. Uniform & dressing:
On Mondays: You have to wear your uniform:- Front office = formal. Kitchen = uniform (safety).
Before you get your uniform, you have to wear the KDU polo or white shirt.
And off course NO SLIPPERS!!!!
Your AA and lecturers will be strict on your dressing.

13. Respect lecturers:
Always greet all lecturers (anywhere you meet them) with respect, addressing them as
Mr, Ms, or Madam. (eg. Good morning Mr Bruno, or Good afternoon Ms Lopez).
This is regardless whether they are your lecturer or not.

Thyphoid Inoculation

Please take note that the date, time and venue for the typhoid inoculation will be announced soon.

PROFESSIONAL ATTITUDE MARKS

Professional Attitude Marks
- Appearance
- Motivation
- Commitment to learn
- Social Skills
- Leadership Ability

Reminder about the Grooming Standards

Reminder about the Grooming Standards on Uniform day and for the other days
Grooming Standards for Ladies - Hair: Should be neat, well styled and should appear professional. Hair should be trimmed regularly, neatly combed and in place always. Shoulder length hair should be neatly pinned to keep away from face. Hair longer than shoulder length should be cut straight evenly and tied at the nape of the neck. The bun must be secured at the back of the head or slightly above the nape with a black net. Do not use coloured/plastic bands. Hair should be clean, non- greasy, free of oil, subtle color. Permed and curly hair should be kept neat and restrained. Finger nails:Well maintained and clean, neatly cut, shaped and clean. Excessively long nails are not allowed.Use only light and neutral colour of nail polish. Nail polish should cover entire nail, never chipped. Jewellery:Only one ring on each hand. Only one set of earrings. Dangling or flashy or large sizes are not permitted. One thin gold or silver chain. Only a small nose stud. (* no jewellery allowed during F&B Practical classes.) Footwear: proper footwear should be worn all the times. Closed black leather shoes. Always well polished and in good condition. Makeup: Simple and basic make-up. Appropriate foundation suited to each skin type should be used to avoid oily looks. Eye shadow to be subtle and not too loud. Eyeliner to be thin, straight and applied neatly. Uniform:immaculate smooth, clean, without creases or stains. Light colour formal shirt, full sleeves, formal trousers, front creased.

Grooming Standards for Men -Hair:Well maintained, short neatly cut. Should not fall on forehead, touch the ears or touch the collars. Neatly combed, not oily, not permed. No moustaches. Clean shaven. Beards only permitted as part of religious sentiments. Finger Nails: Well trimmed and well maintained. Clean and dirt free. No nicotine, carbon or ink stains on the fingers. Ornaments:Only one simple ring on any one hand. No bracelets or bands (excepts for religious reasons). Watches: Should be conservative and not flashy or too large. Leather strap should either be black, brown or tan. Metallic strap should be gold or silver. Footwear:Well maintained, well polished, in good condition. Only black shoes are permitted. Socks to match the colour of the shoes or trousers. Uniform:Immaculate, spotless, well ironed. Light colour formal shirt, full sleeves, formal trousers, front creased. No loose threads or broken buttons. Cuffs and collars to be stain free and clean. Belts should be plain black or brown, not cracked or dull. Simple non flashy buckle, not more than 1.5 “wide.