The Rules
A positive school atmosphere is necessary to provide an effective educational program for each child. A good school climate is the result of the administrators, teachers, students, and parents working together.

In the Classroom Students are expected to:

bullet Speak in an acceptable manner
bullet Move in a careful way
bullet Follow directions
bullet Respect the property of the school, teachers, and others

In general, students are expected to behave in a way that promotes learning and does not interfere with teaching and learning. Teachers and students in each classroom set up rules and consequences that promote an optimum learning situation for all. Students reported for misconduct will speak with the principal. Parents will be notified when it is deemed necessary.

In the Halls Students are expected to:

bullet Remember that classes are in session
bullet Walk quietly and to the right
bullet Go directly to their destinations

In general, students should be quiet, careful, and courteous in the halls. They should be considerate of classes that are in session and try not to disturb teachers and students who are working.

On the Playground Students are expected to:

bullet Play carefully, and in a manner that will not cause harm to self or
others
bullet Use the rules of the games
bullet Follow directions
bullet Walk to their class line when the bell is rung or other signal is given

In general, students are expected to abide by the rules of the playground, to cooperate with the teachers on duty, and to be considerate. Students who do not follow the rules may be required to remain inside during recess for a period of time to be determined by the principal.

In the Cafeteria Students are expected to:

bullet Pass through the serving area in a quiet, orderly manner
bullet Remain seated at their assigned tables
bullet Talk in an acceptable manner
bullet Respect school property and the belongings of others
bullet Follow directions
bullet Clear tables and place trash in the proper receptacles before leaving
bullet Listen carefully and line up quietly when the bell is rung or other signal given for dismissal from the cafeteria

In general, students are expected to abide by the rules of the cafeteria. Students reported for misconduct may be required to miss the lunch recess or to have lunch in another area designated by the principal.

On the Bus Students are expected to:

bullet Wait for the bus in an orderly manner
bullet Board and depart the bus only after it has fully stopped
bullet Cross in front of the bus
bullet Be quiet and orderly
bullet Sit at all times; never stand or place arms, legs, bags in the aisle or out of the window
bullet Respect the bus and belongings of other students; never throw things or cause a disturbance
bullet Follow directions
bullet No food may be eaten on the bus

In general, students should remember that the bus is an extension of the school and that the same rules of good behavior, consideration, respect, and cooperation are always in effect. Students reported for misconduct on a bus may lose the privilege of riding on the bus for a period of time to be decided by the principal.

 
Discipline
All individuals involved in the schools must share the responsibility for creating and supporting a positive school environment. The responsibility for discipline, therefore, lies with all of us — parents, teachers, principals, and students. The school rules have been carefully developed and reasonable consequences will result if rules are not followed. Parents will be notified at the discretion of the teacher and/or principal. Flagrant verbal or physical opposition to authority, habitual bad conduct or improper language, willful destruction/damage/defacement of school property, possession of harmful materials, and behavior which interferes with the orderly processes of the school may, at the discretion of the principal, result in after-school detention or suspension. Parents will be contacted and must arrange for transportation for all after school sessions. All policies stated here are consistent with the Student Code of Discipline which complies with the Massachusetts Department of Education’s Rules and Regulations.
 

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