St.
Patrick’s School values and maintains that self-discipline is an essential
aspect of Christian development. Developing a learning environment is an
on-going process that requires cooperation from parents, students, teachers,
and administration. If a student is to achieve to his/her full potential, the
child must be exposed to a disciplinary system that stresses the responsibility
each student has to herself/himself and others. As a major goal at St. Patrick's, students are expected to
develop self-discipline and
self-direction to a level that is consistent with their level of
maturity. Our disciplinary system is structured to foster respect for self and
others. This applies both to
personhood and property. The basis
for this disciplinary system is that a student’s actions must be such that they
add to the overall positive school climate. Actions that distract from this
basic purpose are intolerable and must be corrected. Students who choose to behave in such a manner will be held
accountable for their non-productive decisions. Appropriate consequences will
result. In order to establish a school climate that is positive and productive,
the following list is a guide reflecting school-wide student expectations:
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Follow
directions.
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Be respectful
of/to all adults and one another.
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Respect property.
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Respond promptly
to school bells.
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Use equipment
appropriately.
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Refrain from
violent actions and words.
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Follow the
uniform and dress code of the school.
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Refrain from
chewing gum.
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Keep your actions
safe so that you do not endanger the safety of others.
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Observe rules
regarding arrival, dismissal, and student presence in the building before,
during, and after school.
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Behavior will
never violate any sections of the California Educational codes or Penal/Civil Codes.
Behavior
in exception to any of these basic expectations will be considered
inappropriate and negative consequences will result. There are several methods
the school may employ to address poor decisions made by students.
