Student Code of Conduct

1.         PRINCIPLES:

At Trafalgar High School:

¨ Students have the right to be educated in a secure environment, without intimidation, bullying or harassment, where they are valued and treated with courtesy, as they develop their talents, interests and ambitions.

¨ Students are expected to recognise that teachers and other members of the school community have the right to teach and work in an atmosphere of order and cooperation.

¨ Individuals should treat their own property and the property of others with care and respect.

¨ Students are expected to develop self-discipline and to accept responsibility for their actions.

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In order for these principles to operate effectively, it is important to note that:

¨ Parents have an obligation to support the school in its efforts to maintain a productive learning and teaching environment.

¨ Principals and staff have an obligation to implement the Code of Conduct fairly, reasonably and consistently.

¨ Staff need to recognise and promote positive behaviour in all students.

 

 

2.         STANDARDS AND RULES:

At Trafalgar High School, students are expected to:

¨ Be aware of, and comply with, school policies relating to such issues as discipline, harassment and uniform.

¨ Work to their full potential, to be punctual and to be prepared for class at all appropriate times.

¨ Understand that substance abuse, including the possession or use of alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs, is strictly prohibited.

¨ Not bring dangerous items to school.

¨ Be polite.  Language and behaviour must not be abusive, sexist, racist or in any way offensive or threatening.

¨ Follow the directions of staff promptly.

¨ Take personal responsibility for their own safety and well-being, including complying with current health and safety requirements.

¨ Ensure the safety and well-being of others through appropriate behaviour.

¨ Not leave the school grounds without permission.

¨ Present a positive image of the school when on excursions.

3. APPROACH TO STUDENT MANAGEMENT:

Trafalgar High School staff are committed to implementing strategies that:

¨ Give positive reinforcement

¨ Improve self-esteem

¨ Encourage personal reflection

¨ Encourage friendship

¨ Acknowledge and respect differences

¨ Encourage sharing, tolerance and compassion

¨ Enhance and encourage parent-teacher contact

¨ Are consistent and fair in applying logical consequences

¨ Evaluate teaching methods

¨ Encourage awareness and understanding of school rules and policies

¨ Result in the keeping of accurate records

¨ Include peer mediation as a means of resolving student conflict.

 

4. EXAMPLES OF SANCTIONS USED:

At Trafalgar High School, the following are examples of sanctions which will be used if this Code of Conduct is breached:

¨ Community service

¨ Detention (possibly after school)

¨ Copying out of Code of Conduct

¨ Written apology

¨ Restitution of damage caused, with logical consequences to reinforce school rules (eg:  desk cleaning for having written graffiti)

¨ Withdrawal of privileges (eg:  exclusion from excursions, cancellation of lunch passes)

¨ Withdrawal from class (to Assistant Principal’s office or alternative classroom setting)

¨ Behaviour contract

¨ Conduct card

¨ Notification to parents in writing, by interview or by telephone

¨ Suspension (in-school and out-of-school)

¨ Expulsion in line with DE&T guidelines.

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