Discipline Policy and School Conduct
Infractions & Consequences
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Loud talking |
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Littering |
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| Major Infractions |
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Possession of radio/cassette players/CD players
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Chewing Gum |
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Possession of pagers and cell phones |
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Unauthorized presence in office or other classrooms |
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Jewelry |
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Insubordination |
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Eating in classroom |
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Disruptive behavior |
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Excessive Noise |
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Running in the Hallway |
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Inappropriate PDA (Public Display of Affection) |
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| Serious Infractions (Zero Tolerance) |
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Drug Use or Distribution on or around school property |
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Leaving school grounds without permission |
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Persistent verbal abuse and assault |
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Consistent disruptions |
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Consistent unsafe behavior |
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Consistent harassment |
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Hitting |
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Intimidation/threatening school mates and or faculty and staff |
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Weapons (knives, guns, mace, razors, any sharp object with the intent to afflict pain) |
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Fighting |
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Overt Sexual Behavior |
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Tampering with records/report cards |
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Deliberate destruction or damage to school property |
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Failure to wear complete school uniform |
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Graffiti |
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Cheating |
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Smoking |
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Drinking Alcohol |
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Use of Profanity |
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Destroying school equipment/books |
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Stealing |
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Consequences
The M Team (Maintenance Team) will speak to the student and give a written assignment. A copy of this document will be placed in the student's permanent record.
2 Minor Infractions = 1 Major Infraction
Consequences
Major infractions require a written record of infraction. The student is then sent to the office for a conference with the principal. At that time, the rule violation will be dealt with in one of several ways:
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Development of written behavior plan |
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Conference with parents |
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Placed on Probation
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2 Major Infractions = 1 Serious Infraction
Consequences
Serious infractions are rules, which the school has no tolerance for. These infractions require students to be sent immediately to the office. Each time a student breaks a serious infraction the parents are contacted. The student will be sent home and a discipline form will be given. A copy of this form will be placed in the student's permanent record.
Suspension
During a suspension, the student will not be involved in any extra-curricular activities such as athletics, field trips, etc. The length of the first suspension is one (1) to three (3) days. If a second suspension is necessary the length will be three (3) to five (5) days. Expulsion will be given serious consideration after a second suspension. Any expulsion of students will be at the discretion of the Discipline Committee. Any daily grades during the suspension time must be made up.
Probationary Status
A student who has developed a record of disciplinary actions can be placed on a probationary status for a period of time determined by the Discipline Committee. A student in probation can be expelled if he/she does not exhibit progressive measures toward correcting the problem(s) that led to his/her probation.
Expulsion
The most serious action of the Discipline Committee is the expulsion of a student. This action can take place for one serious infraction of school regulations or a combined record of infractions and warnings. Students expelled from Ramah are subject to review by the Admission committee before being permitted to re-enter Ramah the following year. Such serious actions are taken with much thought, discussion, and prayer.
Again, It is the responsibility of the Ramah to report all illegal activities to the appropriate law enforcement agencies. Every effort will be made to handle all infractions with Christian grace and redemptive measures.
Click here for Ramah's Discipline Policy and School Conduct Statements.
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