The purpose of the Student Conduct Program is to promote among the
students a sense of responsibility for one’s actions, an understanding
of the element of personal choice in determining one’s behavior, and an
understanding of consequences for one’s behavior both during and
outside of school hours.
It is the student’s responsibility to:
• Conduct himself/herself in a manner which contributes to a positive school environment.
• Avoid any activity that may be considered discriminatory, intimidating or harassing.
• Immediately report all incidents to a supervising adult.
When informed he/she is perceived as engaging in intimidating, harassing or unwelcome conduct, the person must discontinue that conduct immediately.
OFF-CAMPUS BEHAVIOR
Parents of students and students who attend Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School must understand they are members of a faith and educational community, and they have the responsibility to conduct themselves appropriately at all times. Parents and students should understand that what a student does on or off campus, outside the school day and property, reflects on the school; therefore, inappropriate conduct that is detrimental to the reputation of OLA Catholic School is not acceptable and subject to disciplinary procedures.
GENERAL SCHOOL RULES
Respect and dignity for each person is the foundation of the Student Conduct Program. Toward this end, any behavior inconsistent with these standards is subject to discipline. The school has certain regulations which students are expected to follow:
• Behave in a manner that does not interfere with another student’s right to learn, to play, to pray, and to feel safe.
• Respect all children and adults, the property of others, and the property of the school and church.
• Follow the directions of all school personnel.
• Be a good citizen. Show compassion, tolerance, selflessness, leadership, and community involvement.
• Be prepared for school at all times with assignments, supplies, and all signed parental communication.
USE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Electronic devices are not permitted to be on or in use while under the supervision of school personnel, on or off campus, unless approved by a teacher. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, PDAs, cameras, gaming and musical devices. These items will become the property of the school to be returned at the administration’s discretion.
SERIOUS OFFENSES
In addition to the general school regulations, serious offenses will be handled by the administration and/or a disciplinary committee. These offenses will be handled on a case-by-case basis and may result in suspension or expulsion from school and/or referral to an appropriate agency. These offenses include but are not limited to:
• Immoral behavior on school grounds or in cyberspace/internet
• Written or spoken profanity or vulgarity
• Assault, battery, or any threat of force or violence directed toward any school personnel or student
• Any bullying i.e., verbal, physical, sexual, and/or emotional harassment toward any school personnel or student
• Open, persistent defiance and or disobedience of the authority of the teacher or supervising adult
• Use, sale, or possession of narcotics, prescription or nonprescription drugs, and/or other controlled substances on or off the school campus
• Use of any product which acts as a chemical stimulant on or off the school campus
• Use of over the counter or prescription drugs outside of the school clinic
• Use, sale, distribution or possession of any alcohol on or off the school campus
• Stealing
• Cheating/Academic Fraud/Lying
• Smoking or possession of tobacco products on or off the school campus
• Willful vandalism
• Possession of firearms (real or toy)
• Possession of weapons, material that can be used as weapons, and other contraband materials (real or toy)
• Possession of matches, lighter, or any flammable substances
• Any violation of state or local law