Marstons Mills
East Elementary Respect-Behavior Code
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RESPECT-BEHAVIOR CODE
Dear Parents,
The Respect/Behavior Code is intended to help create
a positive learning climate for all of our students and
maintain a safe and orderly school environment.
We ask your support and cooperation by discussing and
explaining the code to your child. It is only by working
together that this code can be fully implemented.
Your help and support will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
Ken Keenan
Principal
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Please return this portion to the classroom teacher.
I have read and discussed the Marstons Mills East School
Respect/Behavior Code with my child________________________.
We are aware of the expectations of the school.
___________________________ __________ __________________________
Student signature Date Parent/Guardian signature
Comments:
MARSTONS MILLS EAST ELEMENTARY
Preface
In order to establish a quality leaning
environment and develop the
academic, social, emotional, and physical growth within
each student,
it is necessary to provide a safe and orderly leaning
climate. Students
have a direct responsibility in creating that environment
by knowing what
is expected of them and then following the respect code.
MARSTONS MILLS EAST SCHOOL-WIDE BEHAVIOR CODE
RESPECT CODE
1. I will follow school directions given by adults.
2. I will behave so that other students may learn.
3. I will respect, and be kind in my words and actions
toward others.
4. I will not destroy or steal school property, other
students' property, or adult's property.
5. I will accept adults' directions without answering
back.
6. I will not start or take part in a physical fight.
*****This respect code is expected to be followed in
all areas of the school.
In the classroom, cafeteria, auditorium, playground, hallway,
boys room, girls room, library, learning centers and field
trips.
FIELD TRIPS
Field trips are privileges based on good behavior
and may be denied to those students whose behavior is
not appropriate or create a safety problem for themselves
or others. One week notice must be given to the parents(s)
by the teacher of the possibility that the student may
not be going on the field trips either because they have
been denied the privilege or by their parents choice must
come to school the day of the field trip.
GUIDELNES
Students at all levels are expected to obey the rules
of the school. The age and maturity of the students will
be considered in the application of this code.
Should the students continue to not follow the code,
parent(s) should realize that necessary corrective steps
will be taken and parents will be involved.
Parents(s) should realize that prior to using these FORMAL
STEPS OF THE BEHAVOR/RESPECT CODE, the teacher/supervisory
adult has:
- Observed the student violating the classroom and/or
school rules and
reminded the student of the rules.
- Warned the student of the possible consequences of
his/her continued
misbehavior.
- Administered appropriate consequences in response to
continued
misbehavior.
BARNSTABLE SCHOOL SYSTEM - ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
SERIOUS MISBEHAVIOR
Range of Actions:
A conference with parent(s); loss of five (5) recesses
to suspension and legal authority notified.
Offenses:
Arson, False Alarm, Extortion, Possession of Fireworks
or Explosives
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Range of Actions:
A conference with parent(s); loss of two (2) recesses
to suspension.
Offenses:
Fighting/Physical, Intimidation
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Range of Actions:
Indefinite suspension by the principal and, if warranted,
reported to the legal authorities and referred to the
School Committee for review that may result in expulsion.
Offenses:
Possession and/or Distribution of Alcohol, Illegal Substances.
Possession of a Dangerous Weapon.
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Range of Actions:
Replacement of said value, clean-up; a conference with
parent(s); loss of one (1) recess to suspension;
If warranted, legal authorities notified.
Offenses:
Vandalism
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Range of Actions:
Replacement of stolen item(s) or value thereof; A conference
with parent(s); loss of two (2) recesses
to suspension.
Offenses:
Theft
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Range of Actions:
A conference with parent(s); loss of one (1) recess to
suspension.
Offenses:
Verbal abuse of and/or vulgarity toward staff
Unauthorized sale or distribution
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Range of Actions:
A conference with parent(s); Out-of-School Suspension
one (1) to ten (10) days.
Offenses:
Physical assault of Staff
Of this paragraph "firearm" shall mean any
pistol, revolver, rifle or smoothbore arm from which a
shot, bullet or pellet can be discharged by whatever means.
CHAPTER 71, SECTION 37TH
Publication of School Committee Rules and Regulations
Relative to the Conduct of Teachers and Students.
The superintendent of every student district shall publish
the district's policies pertaining to the conduct of teachers
and students. Said policies shall prohibit the use of
any tobacco products within the school buildings, the
school facilities or on the school ground or on school
busses by an individual, including school personnel. Copies
of these policies shall be provided to any person upon
request and without cost by the principal of every school
within the district.
PARENTS PLEASE NOTE:
Many times students bring things to school to show their
friends. Jack knives, toy knives (rubber or plastic),
toy guns, guns or any other object or facsimile which
may be considered or used as a weapon, is prohibited on
school property.
Parents should discuss this policy with their children.
Students who bring any of the above will face consequences
as stated in the Serious Misbehavior Code and the laws
governing firearms and weapons in school
GUIDELINES: RE: SWEARING IN SCHOOL
DEVELOPING MUTUAL RESPECT IN A SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT
These guidelines are being issued in order to limit
and eventually eliminate swearing in our schools. The
norms of our society have broadened the use of many words
and phrases which are not suitable for use in an educational
institution.
Each level of the school system has developed disciplinary
responses appropriate to the age level of the students.
All employees are urged to respond to this issue so that
students and other employees present a consistent response.
The following general situation occur:
1. In conversation, not directed to anyone, and non-threatening:
Adult or other student is asked to address the student
by saying: 'I/WE FIND THAT LANGUAGE UNACCEPTABLE IN OUR
SCHOOL. THANK YOU."
2. Words are directed at a peer in a disruptive manner,
but not threatening. Adult addresses student in same way
as above. Student is disciplined at the appropriate time.
3. Words are directed to a peer in a threatening manner.
Immediate response (same as
above) and refer to administrator immediately.
4. Words are directed to a staff member in threatening
manner. (Verbal Assault).
Immediate response (same as above) suspension from school
required.
Noted and Accepted by Barnstable School Committee
August 31, l992
RULES FOR RIDING THE BUS
- Remain seated; do not change seats while the bus is
in motion.
- Arms, hands and heads do not belong out the bus window.
- A low or indoor voice should be used when talking.
Shouting is not allowed.
- Obey any directions of the driver quickly and courteously.
- Children are not allowed to ride on a different bus
unless in case of an emergency. A note must be sent to
the office explaining the emergency.
The present School Committee Policy guideline regarding
this issue states:
" Transportation to and/or from a location other
than a pupils residence is not allowed unless location
is within school boundaries, a bus overload is not created
and a request is made in writing by parent to school principal."
If you have any questions or concerns regarding bus stops
or problems on the bus please call Sandy Gifford at (508)790-6237
FIRST STUDENT BUS COMPANY
East Bay - Tyler Alden - Kelly Marie - Asa Meigs - Nicholas
Joshusa - Alison - Nola Marie
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