Regulation Glen Ridge Board of Education
R 5500 EXPECTATIONS FOR
PUPIL CONDUCT
The
following specific behaviors exemplify the conduct expected of pupils, in
accordance with Policy No. 5500.
A. Pupils
will prepare themselves mentally and physically for the process of learning by:
1. Being well-nourished, rested, clean, and properly dressed
and groomed;
2. Being
free of drugs and alcohol and refraining from smoking; and
3. Developing
attitudes that will prepare them for listening, participating, and learning.
B. Pupils
will respect the person, property, and intellectual and creative products of
others by:
1. Being always honest, forthcoming, and courteous;
2. Displaying
care for the property of others;
3. Acknowledging
the intellectual work of others when it is incorporated into their work;
4. Accepting
the rights of others to their own opinions and beliefs;
5. Resolving
disputes and differences peacefully;
6. Displaying
loyalty and good sportsmanship; and
7. Helping
to maintain school facilities that are neat and clean.
C. Pupils
will take responsibility for their own behavior and learning by:
1. Recognizing that academic endeavor is the primary purpose of
school attendance;
2. Completing
all homework, classwork, and assigned projects on
time;
3. Preparing
for each class by bringing necessary supplies and equipment;
4. Making
personal choices that are based on sound reasoning and decision-making;
5. Accepting
constructive criticism; and
6. Acknowledging
and accepting the consequences of their own actions.
D. Pupils
will use time and other resources responsibly by:
1. Attending
school regularly and promptly and striving for a perfect attendance record;
2. Using
study periods and library time for school work; and
3. Using
books and other equipment appropriately.
E. Pupils
will share responsibilities when working with others by:
1. Cooperating
with others in the work of the group;
2. Contributing
talents and services as appropriate;
3. Accepting
leadership when appropriate; and
4. Respecting
the rights and opinions of others in a group setting.
F. Pupils
will meet the requirements of each course of study by:
1. Participating
actively and appropriately in the scheduled class;
2. Following
the rules and procedures established for the class by the teacher;
3. Bringing
to class the textbook, clothing, and other materials necessary for
participation; and
4. Observing
school rules for the safe handling of class equipment and materials.
G. Pupils
will monitor their own progress toward school objectives by:
1. Carefully
planning courses of study and schedules;
2. Promptly
seeking staff assistance as required; and
3. Maintaining
records of progress.
H. Pupils
will communicate with parent(s) or legal guardian(s) and appropriate school
staff members about school matters by:
1. Discussing
progress in school with parent(s) or legal guardian(s) and relaying necessary
information to parent(s) or legal guardian(s);
2. Transmitting
school letters, forms, and notices to parent(s) or legal guardian(s) and
returning required responses to school staff members;
3. Conferring
with appropriate staff members when a problem occurs; and
4. Developing
with parent(s) or legal guardian(s) a clear idea of their educational goals.
Issued: