Realistic or Modern Yuugen Academy ~ About the School

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Yuugen Academy

幽玄学園

• Rules of Note
• Dress Code
• Curriculum
• Extracurriculars

• 1. Classes are split into A to E (i.e. 1-A, 1-B, 2-A, 2-B and so on) based on grades.
  2. Yuugen uses the trimester system, similar to most schools in Japan. The first term runs from April 1 to late July; the second term from early September to late December and the third term from early January to late March. Students get a two-week-long break for New Year's at the end of the year, and a brief week-long spring break—during which they are free to go home.
  3. If absent, students must report to their homeroom teacher stating the reason for their absence. Students who are absent from class for more than three days without a given/valid reason will be called to the disciplinary teacher's office. Students who are working (e.g. actors, singers, models) should discuss with the school counselors and respective subject teachers to make adjustments for conflicting work schedules and schedule make-up classes/tests.
  4. No public displays of affection (PDA) allowed, particularly in the main building.
  5. Each student is required to participate in a minimum of one extracurricular activity.
  6. Pets are allowed everywhere except the main building. The school, however, provides minimal services for pets—there is only one vet on standby, and one or two pet stores on the Avenue.
  7. A maximum of one bodyguard is permitted per student—the school also has its own safety/security measures, which should be sufficient; bodyguards are merely for the student and parents' peace of mind. Bodyguards must also dress and act accordingly so as to not distract students from their studies.
  8. All students are required to stay in the residence halls, unless granted special permission. Students who are working (e.g. actors, singers, models) must give notice to the residence hall director if they have to stay away from campus for a period of time or cannot stay in the residence halls at all.
  9. 1 scholarship student will be allowed in each year. (Every year the school holds a scholarship examination, followed by interviews for those shortlisted—only one student will be accepted as a first-year, all expenses paid.)
• 1. In the main building, the uniform must be worn at all times during school hours, and neatly. Skirts must pass fingertip-length. Students can wear sportswear of their own choosing during PE. However, anything revealing (including tank tops and singlets) or indecent are not allowed, and shorts must pass fingertip-length. Outside of school hours, students can wear their own casual clothing in the main building, provided they follow the rule of not wearing anything too revealing or indecent.
  2. Makeup and accessories are allowed, provided they are minimalistic and non-ostentatious. Boys are not allowed to wear piercings.
  3. Hair that passes the shoulders must be tied up. Boys' hair must not touch the shoulders at all.
  4. Only black and white socks are allowed.
  5. No regular attire checks are conducted. All dress code violations will be decided upon and handled at disciplinary teachers' discretion.
• Core classes (mandatory): Japanese language, geography, history, civics, mathematics, science, physical education, art, English
  Electives (min. 1, max. 2): Economics, business management, Japanese literature, foreign literature, foreign language (Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French, German), computer programming, music production, film studies, political studies
• 1. Student council
  2. Broadcasting committee
  3. Orchestra
  4. Football (soccer)
  5. Baseball
  6. Basketball
  7. Swimming
  8. Tennis
  9. Judo
  10. Kendo
  Each student is required to participate in a minimum of one extracurricular activity.
  Most societies/clubs/etc meet twice to thrice a week.
  There are many other clubs at Yuugen, but for the sake of simplicity, only these will be available to characters.

Spoiler: Uniform

Please refer to school rules for dress code.

Similar to other schools in Japan, students change into indoor slippers (always white)—at Yuugen, they only have to do so when entering the main building

Spoiler: Main Building

• Classroom
• Gymnasium
• Library
• Main Auditorium
• Dining Hall
• Club Facilities
• Clinic
• Faculty Spaces
• Miscellanous

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  Other than PE, laboratory classes and other specialized classes, students stay in the same classroom and teachers rotate.
  Clubs which do not require special rooms also use classrooms for activities and meetings.
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  Usage only allowed during PE and club hours—unless given special permission
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  Available for use 24/7
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  Buffet-style—only lunch provided; however, light snacks and pastries are put out before and after lunch, with some drinks
  Students swipe their student ID for each meal, and the total amount is billed at the end of each trimester, along with other fees accumulated during the term
  (Although most schools in Japan don't have a cafeteria since students bring their own lunch from home, most Yuugen students do not have the time to do so, hence why the school provides lunch.)
  
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  Only for club usage during club hours—unless given special permission
  
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  There is at least one doctor/nurse on standby at all times. Every dorm room has a small sign on the wall with the clinic's emergency number.
  There are a couple of small rooms with beds, where students who have been deemed seriously ill can rest until classes are over for the day.
  
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  Staffroom—where teachers spend most of their time, and students can find teachers
  
  
  
  Faculty lounge—where teachers can relax and chat
  
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  Similar to other schools in Japan, students change into indoor slippers (always white)—at Yuugen, they only have to do so when entering the main building.

Spoiler: Residence Halls

10-15 minutes' walk from the main building—student ID required at the main gate to tap in and out
There are four blocks: Block A, B, C and D. Each block has 5 floors.
The letter in the room number denotes the block. The first digit denotes the floor (with the 1st floor being the Ground Floor in British English).​

• Bedrooms
• Bathrooms
• Dining Hall
• Indoor Lounge
• Rooftop Lounge
• Facilities
• Miscellanous

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  Smaller than one might expect, to economize space—designs vary slightly
  
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  Each bedroom has a private bathroom, complete with shower and bath—designs vary slightly
  
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  Sit-down dining—chefs present at all times
  Students swipe their student ID to pay, and the total amount is billed at the end of each trimester, along with other fees accumulated during the term
  
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  Light snacks and pastries provided, along with drinks (all non-alcoholic, of course)
  Students swipe their student ID to pay, and the total amount is billed at the end of each trimester, along with other fees accumulated during the term
  
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  All available for use 24/7
  
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Spoiler: Other

• Yuugen Avenue
• Garden

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  Commonly referred to as "the Avenue"
  A 2-3 km street filled with boutiques, a couple of bookstores, restaurants/cafés and other miscellanous stores, including a karaoke box/establishment
  10 minutes' walk from the residence halls
  
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  A Japanese-style garden located somewhere between/behind the residence halls and the Avenue
  Certain school events, such as the Hanami Festival in the spring (when cherry trees are in bloom), are held here.