Code of Conduct

All District Principals are expected to:

• Promote a safe, orderly and stimulating school environment, supporting active teaching and learning;
• Ensure that students and staff have the opportunity to communicate regularly with the principal and approach the principal to address grievances;
• Evaluate on a regular basis all instructional programs;
• Support the development of and student participation in appropriate extracurricular activities;
• Be responsible for enforcing the code of conduct and ensuring that all cases are resolved promptly and fairly;
• Maintain a climate of mutual respect and dignity for all students regardless of actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity, sex, or other protected characteristics which will strengthen students’ self-concept and promote confidence to learn;
• Follow up on any incidents of discrimination and harassment that are witnessed, reported or otherwise brought to Principal’s attention in a timely manner in collaboration with the Dignity Act Coordinator;
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with Federal and State law;
• Address personal biases that may prevent equal treatment of all students and staff.