Pennsbury Student Conduct Policy Assemblies

Pennwood Middle School

                                                                                                                                                    

Conduct Policy page1

Is the same throughout the districtIs officially adopted by the Board of

School DirectorsIs based on Respect, Responsibility,

Courtesy, Safety, and the Importance of the Learning Process

Is in place to help ensure that all students are treated fairly - by the school and by each other

Return signed form from back of book on Tuesday

Conduct Policy Continued Page 1-2Not an exhaustive listExpectations

in loco parentisrespect for personnel, propertynot to interfere with learningto treat others in the same way that

you would like to be treated.to be responsible for your own

behavior whether by yourself or in a group

to help students solve problems

Attendance page 2-5Required by law to attend schoolExcuse cards – legal document and must be

returned in 3 daysSign In in office when late to schoolDoctor’s note required after 3 daysLeaving early - parent MUST come in to

school to pick you up, bring note to school, blue card

Educational Trips – only 1 a year and you need to bring in a note to get a Blue Card (5 days only)

NOT permitted to stay after school if unsupervised

Dress Code page 5-6

Inappropriate clothing is prohibitedNo hats, headcoverings, bandanas, or sweatbandsNo tank tops, belly shirts, spaghetti straps, halters,

shrinks, or off the shoulder shirtsNo shower shoes, flip-flops, all sandals must have a

strap (safety) “Securely fastened to the foot”No excessively revealing, short or tight clothingNo tattered, frayed, holes, or slits All Shorts and Skirts are to be mid-thighNO writing on backside of shorts, pants, and

sweatpantsNO Pajama, lounge pants, or sleepwearUnderwear must be completely coveredBelts must be in the belt loops

Dress Code page 4-5 Outdoor clothing (coats and heavy jackets) go into your locker when you arrive to school. No headsets or Ipods at all in school (put them in your backpack before you enter)

Discipline Procedures1st Offense: Will need to change clothes (parent contacted)2nd Offense: After school detention and change3rd Offense: 2 hour detention and change

Administrators make all final decisions

Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, Electronic Devices page 6-9

ABSOLUTELY NONE!No prescription or over the counter meds No Drugs, “Look Alike Drugs” or Drug

ParaphernaliaCell phones – OFF & IN LOCKER or

confiscatedTobacco - fine $128.00 & suspension for

possessioneReaders – may be used but only for reading

purposes (No Games or Music!). Permission slip needed.

SUSPENSION - POLICE - FINES - POSSIBLE EXPULSION or ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL

Endangering Acts page 9-13Physical AttacksFightingWeaponsThreatsLaser pointersFalse Alarms/911 CallsSchool BusesSafety ViolationsRUNNING No skates, skateshoes,

skateboards, scooters

Theft (gym)VandalismGraffiti – 3rd degree

felonyHall Tickets/SDR

School Discipline and/or the

Police

Harassment page 13-15

Electronic, written, verbal and visual comments, physical act or discrimination of any type

“Don’t make someone else feel bad in order to make yourself feel cool.”

Do not retaliateUse Help Box, Counselors and teachers,

Mrs. Medaglia, Mrs. Polyak, Mr. Majikas or Mrs. Steckroat

Always confidential!Talk with your parents - Don’t be a victim!

Bullying/Cyberbullying page 13-15 Intentional electronic, written, verbal, or

physical actDirected at another student(s) in school or on

school property.Interferes with education, creates a

threatening environment, or disrupts the operation of the school

Computer/phone use should always appropriate

Do not retaliateLet an adult know at school or at homeDon’t be a VICTIM!Recommendation to parents for

Cyberbullying is to contact the police.

Search and Seizure page 16-17

No expectation of privacy in lockers or other storage areas

Personal search at anytime with reasonable suspicion

Canine search – lockers, classrooms containing personal belongings (not students)

OTHER STUFFNo open drink containers (bottles, H2O,

coffee, etc) or food outside of SDR– not in halls, lockers, classrooms (allergies)

No balloons (locker decorations)Show respect, take responsibility, be proud of

who you are, be kind to othersCameras– not appropriate for hallways,

classroom, etc.NO postings unless authorized & initialed NEVER tape postings to glassNO stickers inside or outside of lockers

Student Dining Room 6 people to a table Everyone is responsible to clean on a

rotating basis (tables and sweeping of floor)

Cleaners remain after sections are dismissed

Use an indoor voice -no screaming or shouting

No running, pushing or cutting in lines Please recycle accurately Sign out and get permission in order to

leave SDR Tickets

School BehaviorsAny disruption or disrespect will not be

tolerated! This includes to :

TeachersPeersGuest TeachersAidesCustodiansStudent Dining Room StaffSecretaries……

Anyone who is in the building!

LatenessThere is only 3 minutes between classesYou must be prepared and in class on timeBring necessary materials to lunch for your

Expressive Arts and/or PE class.

GUMGum has never been allowed at

PennwoodFailure to comply is direct defiance

Resource PeriodArrive on time by the bellCome prepared to work quietlyYou must have a PASS in order to go to

another teacher’s classroom for assistanceGet your pass during the class period where

assistance is needed -- NOT BEFORE RESOURCE PERIOD

Bring a Reading Book with you every day!

Extra-Curricular ActivitiesAthletes are held to higher standards

of behaviorActivities are a privilege, not a right

(for spectators and for athletes)You represent the school, coach,

parents, and yourselfDiscipline may lead to loss of

privilegeAcademic eligibility is required

BE SURE TO RETURNSIGNED FORM BY

Tuesday