1. Please take this book home to your parents.

2. Acknowledgement: Student Code of Conduct This Student Code of Conduct is a document designed to provide rules, expectations, and consequences for student behavior. We ask that you review the Student Code of Conduct with your child (ren) and have a discussion regarding school expectations. In addition, Appendix IV is a copy of the Appoquinimink School District’s Educational Technology – Acceptable Use Policy. In order for your child to use educational technology, this policy must be reviewed and the parents must sign below. Please sign below and have your child sign to acknowledge that you have received a copy of the Student Code of Conduct. Return the signed sheet to your child’s homeroom teacher by September 14, 2007. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ This is to confirm that I have received a copy of the Appoquinimink School District Student Code of Conduct_________________________ Student Name (Please Print) Student Signature / Date ______________________________________ Parent Signature / Date This is to confirm that I have received a copy of the Appoquinimink School District Acceptable Use Policy (See Appendix IV) _____________________________________________ Student Name (Please Print) Student Signature / Date ________________________________________ Parent Signature / Date Acknowledgment page MUST be signed and returned to homeroom by Friday, September 14. This is located on page 5 of the Student Code of Conduct.

3. The Code of Conduct Is used by EVERY staff member, student and parent in our district. Let’s get you started

4. Why does it exist? To establish and maintain a “positive school environment” See p.11

5. When is it in force?

6. ALL Times? On school property On the bus To, from, and at the bus stop At district events On field trips Even when behavior out of school presents a threat to students and/or staff

7. Silver Lake is a P.B.S. School P-Positive B-Behavior S-Support

8. Silver Lake Expectations 3 R’s Be Ready Be Respectful Be Responsible

9. PREVENTION by following Silver Lake’s Expectations Be Respectful to yourself, others, and the space and belongings around you Be Responsible by following the rules, knowing your limits, and maintaining integrity Be Ready by being prepared to do your best every day

10. Level I Cheating/Plagiarism Disruptive Behavior Inappropriate Language Minor Vandalism Possession of Non-school Items p. 31-33

11. Level I cont’d First Offense Consequences Can Include: Teacher reprimand Parent/guardian notification-agenda book Conference

12. Level II Abusive language ****Careless or reckless behavior Defiance Failure to serve detention Forgery-signing someone’s name Inappropriate sexual behavior Leaving school without authorization Major vandalism Misuse of cell phones Misuse of technology Stealing/Possession/ Transferring of stolen goods

13. Level III Disorderly Conduct Extortion-bullying for $$ Fighting Harassment/Bullying Offensive Touching  Student on student  Of a staff member Terroristic Threatening and/or Behavior

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15. REMINDER! Prevention is the best way If all else fails… Be a responsible witness/bystander  Know that keeping our school safe is NOT snitching Report what you see/know to a school adult  Diffuse the situation by NOT promoting it Cheering on a fight or bullying is as bad as doing it yourself  Ask questions and seek guidance from a trusted adult Any staff member or responsible family member counts!

16. Level IV Arson-setting fires Assault  On Student  On Staff Member Possession of any Weapon/Explosive Device

17. Phrases We DO NOT Want to Hear “We were just playing” OR “I was just playing”

18. Repeat Offenses Time Out/Think Sheets Buddy Teacher Referral Go to Interventionist  After-school detention-Wednesdays-45 min.  In School Suspension-Tuesday and Thursday  Out of School Suspension

20. Bee Stickers!!!! Using your 3 R’s Bringing signed agendas in or homework Getting a compliment from another teachers Helping another student Design your own bee sticker contest

21. Terrific Tuesdays PBS cart to trade bee stickers in for coupons and cool “goodies” PBS movie and popcorn coupon PBS lunch coupon Teacher helper coupon Office helper coupon Cafeteria helper coupon

22. Fun Fridays Once a month Student who get NO MORE than 3 think sheets Students who don’t get ANY referrals during a month will get to attend School dances, assemblies, bingo and other activities

23. Cafeteria Procedures Enter quietly Be seated at your assigned table Lunch Packers may begin eating Lunch Buyers will be told when to line up by lunch aides (Ms. Burns, Ms. Brabham, Ms. Insley)

24. Lunch Buyers Line up at appropriate line when instructed You may talk softly with those beside you in the line Be “Ready” with your choices and money Be”Respectful” and say please and thank you to the cafeteria workers Return quietly to your original seat at your table.

25. Table Manners Use soft inside voices when talking with your neighbors. Remain seated Raise your hand if you forgot your plasticware or napkin

26. Clean-up Time Be quiet for instructions Make sure all of your trash is placed in the trash can when it comes around. Your area on the table and floor beneath must be clean. Wait quietly to be “Ready” for your teacher and the remainder of your school day.