Resource Academia

Resource Academia has recently inaugurated an independent campus for its A Level students. This campus, conveniently located on the main thoroughfare in New Garden Town , Lahore , welcomed its first batch of 300 students in September 2007. The spacious campus boasts numerous classrooms, a library, computer lab, and separate Chemistry, Biology and Physics labs. Classrooms are equipped with multimedia projectors to facilitate interactive learning. All classrooms and labs are fully air conditioned, providing a comfortable learning environment.

Resource Academia's A Level faculty has years of experience in teaching Cambridge University's A Level curriculum and regularly attend workshops and training sessions to keep abreast of the latest developments and changes in the syllabi. Our proven track record is evident from the number of
high achievers that Resource Academia produces year after year. Nearly 100% of our students go on to higher education, at premier institutions in Pakistan , and top universities around the world.

Executive Board

Teaching Faculty

A great part of the success of any school lies in the teaching faculty it has. What therefore has been the criteria for our choice of faculty?

For A’ Level, the several considerations were as follows:

• Highly qualified
• Sufficient experience in renowned institutions at A Levels
• A track record of outstanding results

Ms. Jamila John
(Principal)
Qualifications
B.A. Joint Honors ( University of London , UK ) ( 1982 )
B.Ed. (University of the Punjab, Lahore ) ( 1986 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 38 years
O & A Level Experience — 27 years

Ms. Duray Najaf Bukhari
(Headmistress)
Qualifications
M.Sc. Chemistry ( Quaid-e-Azam University , Islamabad ) ( 1976 )
Certificate in Professional Studies in Education ( Bradford University , UK ) ( 1995 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 32 years
O & A Level Experience — 19 years

Ms. Mussarat Mashhadi
(Administrator)
Qualifications
M.A. School Administration ( BNU, Lahore ) ( 2004 )
M.A. English Language Teaching ( Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore ) ( 2002 )
Certificate in Education Management ( International House Teacher Training Institute, UK ) ( 2001 )
PG Certificate in Professional Development ( College of St. Marks & St. John , UK ) ( 2007 )
Overall Work Experience — 14 years

Ms. Purvin Arshad
(Principal Officer of the Principal's Secretariat)
Qualifications
B.S. Chemistry ( The American University , Washington D.C. ) ( 1981 )
Degree of Associate in Arts ( Montgomery College , USA ) ( 1979 )
Overall Work Experience — 17 years

Ms. Anjum Qureshi
( Assistant to the Headmistress)
Qualifications
M.B.A. ( National Institute of Business Administration, Lahore ) ( 1993 )
B.A. ( Government Girls College P.E.C.H.S, Karachi ) ( 1988 )
Overall Work Experience — 13 years

Ms. Charmaine Aziz
Qualifications
B. Sc. Honours Biochemistry ( King's College, London , UK ) ( 1990 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 19 years
O & A Level Experience — 12 years

Mr. Taimur K. Bandey
Qualifications
M.A. Intl. Relations ( University of Westminster , UK ) ( 1998 )
Diploma in Economics ( London School of Economics, UK ) ( 1994 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 11 years
O & A Level Experience — 10 years

Ms. Khola Ahmed
Qualifications
L.L.B. ( University of London , U.K. ) ( 2005 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 3 years

Ms. Ayesha Hamid
Qualifications
L.L.B. ( University of the Punjab, Lahore ) ( 1988 )
B.Sc. Economics ( L.S.E., U.K ) (1992 )
Overall Work Experience — 6 years

Ms. Talat Sajjad Qadir
Qualifications
M.Sc. Physics (University of the Punjab, Lahore ) ( 1976 )
Certificate in Professional Studies in Education ( Bradford University , UK ) ( 1999 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 29 years
O & A Level Experience — 12 years

Mr. Tariq Waheed Qamar
Qualifications
M.Sc. Education (University of the Punjab, Lahore ) ( 1991 )
Certificate in Professional Studies in Education ( University of Bradford, UK ) ( 1994 )
Diploma in Education ( University of Bradford, UK ) ( 1995 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 18 years
O & A Level Experience — 18 years

Ms. Aziza Khawar
Qualifications
M.A. Urdu ( Karachi University , Karachi ) ( 1974 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 18 years

Ms. Rubab Asad Uppal
Qualifications
Masters of Fine Arts ( National College of Arts, Lahore ) ( 1983 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 17 years
O& A Level Experience — 8 years

Mr. Mubashir N. Mir
Qualifications
M.Sc. Computer Science ( Proceed Institute Al-Khair University , Lahore ) ( 2003 )
M.Sc. Computer Science ( Lahore Institute of Computer Science, Lahore ) ( 2000 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 14 years

Ms. Andaleeb Nadeem
Qualifications
M.A. English ( University of the Punjab, Lahore ) ( 1983 )
B.A. ( University of the Punjab, Lahore ) ( 1978 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 12 years
O & A Level Experience — 9 years

Ms. Tania Malik
Qualifications
M.B.A (LUMS) (1991)
Overall A Level Teaching Experience — 11 years

Mr. Imran Ahmed Khan
Qualifications
M.Sc. Applied Mathematics ( University of the Punjab, Lahore ) ( 1991 )
B.Ed. ( Maths & Physics ) ( Allama Iqbal Open University, Lahore ) ( 1999 )
Certificate in American History (American Centre )
O Level Experience — 10 years

Ms. Samreen Hassan
Qualifications
FCA ( Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan , Lahore ) ( 1997 )
B.A ( Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore ) ( 1990 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 6 years

Ms. Zareen Basharat
Qualifications
B.Sc. Botany, Zoology, Chemistry ( University of the Punjab, Lahore )
B.Ed. (University of the Punjab, Lahore ) ( 1986 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 32 years
O & A Level Experience — 30 years

Ms. Lubna Afzaal
Qualifications
B.A. B.Ed. ( University of the Punjab, Lahore) ( 1986 )
Advanced Physical Training Course ( Edinburgh University , UK )
Overall Teaching Experience — 20 years

Ms. Saira Batool
( Librarian)
Qualifications
M.A Library and Information Science ( Karachi University , Karachi ) ( 1998)
B.A (Degree College for Women, MG) (1995)
Overall Work Experience — 6 years

Ms. Aisha Batool
Qualifications
B.Sc. ( U.E.T, Lahore ) ( 2000 )
Overall Teaching Experience — 5 years

Guidelines of Behaviour

Rules on Attendance and Leave

Respect for rules is the first lesson of education. Parents and pupils are expected to read and abide by the following rules:

• Pupils must be punctual and regular in attendance; 90% attendance is mandatory (except in conditions beyond one's control), failing which a pupil will be liable to detention in a class.
• Pupils are expected to arrive well before the start of School - the gate will be closed 5 minutes after the first bell after which pupils will not be allowed entry.
• Adults collecting pupils after school must be in possession of a school pass for identification purposes.
• Parents/Guardians must have pupils picked up within 30 minutes of the School's closing time. The School will not be responsible for any pupil’s safety 30 minutes after the School is closed.
• No pupil is allowed to leave the School before the closing time, except in an emergency and with the written permission of the Administrator.
• The A Level pupils will not be required to wear school uniform, however the apparel worn by them must not be ostentatious. Girls will not be permitted to wear trousers, skirts or jeans.
• Parents/Guardians wishing to absent the child from School for reasons other than illness should seek written permission from the Principal. The Parent/Guardian must sign all applications for leave. Such leave is normally discouraged by the School since it is disruptive to the child's educational program.
• In case of illness, Parents/Guardians must inform the school immediately by phone and later followed by a written application brought in by the Parent/Guardian or the pupil on his/her return. For an absence of more than 3 days, a doctor's note/medical certificate must be produced.
• In case of Pupils who remain absent from school for more than a month without notice, new admission may be required

Rules on Conduct and Discipline

All pupils and parents are expected to abide by the following rules; failure to comply with School Rules may result in a fine, withdrawal or even expulsion.

• All pupils are expected to show decent conduct in accordance with our customs and traditions.
• All pupils are expected to be courteous, considerate and well behaved towards teachers, fellow pupils and custodian staff.
• No pupil is allowed to leave the classroom without the permission of his/her teacher.
• Pupils must abide by the rules laid down by the School Administration and Teachers.
• Pupils must observe silence in the corridors.
• Pupils must abstain from loitering about, wall chalking and pasting posters on any part of the School building.
• Pupils must not pluck flowers or plants on the School premises.
• Pupils may use the School telephone with permission but not be in possession of a mobile phone while on the School premises.
• Smoking on the School primises is strictly prohibited.
• Mobile phones found in possession of students will be confiscated and not returned.

Offences which may result in withdrawal/expulsion of the student

• willful damage to school property
• bullying or mistreatment of juniors
• unbecoming conduct
• parents'/students' misconduct with the school staff

Dress Code

Boys Winter
• Trousers (no jeans or tracksuit bottoms)
• Long- sleeved shirts (no T-shirts of any sort) (all shirts must be tucked in trousers)
• Jackets or sweaters.
• Shoes (no sandals or slippers).

Boys Summer:-
• Trousers (no jeans or tracksuit bottoms)
• Long or short-sleeved shirts (no T-shirts of any sort).
(all shirts must be tucked in trousers)
• Shoes, Sandals (no slippers).

No boy should sport a stubble on his face.
Hair must be short
(Shalwar Kameez may be worn on Fridays only)

Girls Winter:-
• Shalwar (no jeans or pajamas)
• Kameez (full sleeves; no sleeveless or very short sleeves will be allowed)
• Dopatta
• Jackets or sweaters
• Shoes


Girls Summer:-
• Shalwar (no jeans no pajamas)
• Kameez (full or half sleeves; no sleeveless)
• Dopatta
• Shoes, sandals or slides

Long hair must be tied back
Jewelry of the very simplest only may be worn