CODE OF CONDUCT
The essence of Christian discipline is self-control. Developing self-control is a life-long process and students are guided through growth in habits of virtue and Christian attitudes. Emphasis is placed on the positive rather than the negative as the proper and right kinds of behavior are focused on rather than punishment. It is expected that every child will act in a courteous, cooperative and honest manner in all associations with other students and teachers. Compliance with school regulations is required.
Chronic and incorrigible misbehavior, which undermines classroom discipline and impedes academic progress of the entire class, or misbehavior, which threatens the safety of schoolmates, may result in an in-school or out-of-school suspension. A mandatory parent/guardian – teacher and principal conference will be held before the pupil may return to class.
The principal is the final recourse in all-disciplinary situations and may waive any disciplinary rule for just cause at his/her discretion.
Children are free to choose one behavior over another but must accept the consequence of their choice. Children are not in school because they are perfect, but to learn, to grow and to mature properly with love and guidance.
Any item not specifically addressed in this “Code of Conduct” section or in any other section of this “Student Handbook” will be handled accordingly, by administrative decision.
MIDDLE SCHOOL RULES OF CONDUCT
1. Follow classroom rules established by the teacher.
2. Respect others.
3. Respect yourself.
4. Respect your environment.
5. Respect school policies.
MIDDLE SCHOOL INELIGIBILITY
Should any middle school student’s grade fall below a “C” average in any one of his/her major subjects or be remiss in any/all major outstanding assignments the student would become ineligible to participate in any school sponsored co-curricular activity; i.e. girls/boys basketball, cheerleading, etc. A student shall remain ineligible until his/her grade average is raised to the required “C” level in any/all subjects of ineligibility and upon completion of any/all major outstanding assignments.
Ineligibilities are prepared, signed by the ineligible student and the principal then mailed home twice a month.
COURSES OF CODE OF CONDUCT ACTION
Following is the list, in order, of the Code of Conduct actions that will be followed as need arises.
Demerits
Failure to comply with the classroom rules established by the teacher will result in a demerit. After each demerit notification will be mailed home for a parent/guardian to sign. The notification form must be signed and returned immediately.
Detention
After three (3) demerits have been accumulated a detention will follow the next infraction. Notice of detention will be sent home, containing the infraction(s) and date the detention is to be served. This form needs to be signed and returned the following school day. In some cases, a certain action on the part of a student will merit an immediate detention and will be so noted on the detention form. Detentions are to be served from 3:00p.m. to 3:30p.m. in a designated schoolroom (under the supervision of an appointed teacher).
During detention students work on improving behavior and attitude in the classroom and learn how to become more responsible for their actions. Parents are responsible for transportation if their child receives detention. Students should be picked up promptly at 3:30p.m. The principal will make the final decision whether a detention should be served after conferring with the teacher.
In-School Suspension
After 3 detentions have been served the issuance, at the next infraction, will be a one-day in-school suspension for fifth (5th) and sixth (6th) graders.
*For a serious transgression an automatic in-school suspension may be issued.
After 2 detentions have been served the issuance, at the next infraction, will be a one-day in-school suspension for seventh (7th) and eighth (8th) graders.
If your child has received an in-school suspension a notice will be sent home to be signed and returned. The suspension will be served on the date stated on the form. At that time the student will serve his/her suspension in a room designated within the school. He/she will be given extra work to complete; the work that they have missed in their classes will be graded as zero (0) and they will be required to eat their lunch within the confines of the school office.
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