It is impossible to have an exhaustive list of all school and classroom rules. A student should obey school authorities (i.e. administrators, teachers and aides).
Ultimately, most rules are summed up by “A student may not harm himself/herself or others, damage property, or disrupt any aspect of the learning process.”
While this general statement sets the tone for appropriate behavior there are certain behaviors which demand specific attention and violation of these rules is regarded as a serious offense. The consequences listed for each category are guidelines and we may deviate from, change or alter these guidelines if necessary.
Respect, Manners and Courtesy in School:
- In a Christian community respect for one another is a basic premise of interaction; of course, this involves respect for the property and rights of others.
- Behavior on buses and field trips is expected to be the same as in-school behavior.
- Students who challenge the teacher, aide, or other school authority will be referred directly to the Assistant Principal or Principal. This may lead to suspension or expulsion.
- Misuse of computers and/or equipment in the computer lab is destruction of school property.
- Any student petitions must have the Principal’s approval before being circulated.
- Food may only be eaten in the cafeteria or specified areas.
- No gum within the school buildings because of the unsanitary disposal of gum and the damage to clothing, furniture and rugs.
Bullying: Drawing from a significant variety of expert resources, CHCA defines bullying as a written, verbal, electronic or physical act that is intentional, repeated, pervasive, malicious, sufficiently severe, and targeted toward another student which causes mental or physical harm. While other negative behaviors will continue to be corrected with appropriate discipline, not all such behavior shall be considered “bullying” unless it consistent with this definition.
Classroom Behavior:
Teachers distribute and discuss classroom behavior guidelines at the beginning of the school year. Most behavior problems occur and are handled at the classroom level. Possible consequences the teacher may assign include:
- Verbal or written reprimands
- Isolation (Time-out)
- Loss of privileges
- Parental conference or phone call
- Individual behavior plan written and implemented by the teacher
- Referral to the Assistant Principal
- Referral to the Principal
CHCA administration reserves the right to alter discipline consequences as deemed necessary.
Behavior and consequences include but are not limited to, those listed below:
Tier 1: Responsibility Classroom Teacher
Classroom disruption
Disrespectful behavior
Cellphone/Technology violation
Dishonesty
Inappropriate language
Behavior
Disrespect of property
Dress code violation
Repeated tardiness
Consequences: (One or combination of the following)
Contact parent
Loss of privileges
Detention
Tier 2: Administration Involvement
Fighting/physical harm
Academic dishonesty
Threats, harassment, intimidation
Misuse of technology
Bullying
Repeated Tier 1 violations
Consequences: (One or combination of the following)
Contact parent
Detention(s)
Suspension of extracurricular activities or field trips
1-3 day suspension
Probationary Behavior Contract
Tier 3: Administration Involvement
Theft, attempted theft
Abuse of property
Chronic attendance issues
Possessing pornographic material
False fire alarm
Repeated aggravated behavior
Repeated Tier 1-2 violations
Consequences: (one or more of the following)
Contact parents
Suspension of extracurricular activities or field trips
3-5 day suspension from school
Probationary Behavior contract
Tier 4: Administration/HOS involvement
Physical assault
Tobacco
Drugs
Alcohol
Weapons and firearms
Destruction of property
Chronic truancy
Bomb threat
Criminal activity
Repeated Tier 1-3 violations
Consequences:
Administration contact parent
Suspension of extra curriculars
5-10 suspension from school
Recommendation for expulsion
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