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Student Code of Conduct

Obey your leaders and submit to their authority. They keep watch over you as men who must give an account. Obey them so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no advantage to you. Hebrews 13:17

  • Be respectful of all adults. Politely address all teachers and parents using Mr./Mrs. (First Name).
  • Obey all instructions quickly and cheerfully. If an adult corrects your behavior, receive the correction meekly.
  • Be respectful of the church facility, its property, and the property of fellow homeschoolers.
  • Be kind and treat other students the way you want to be treated.
  • Do not talk when an adult is addressing the group.
  • Do not use vulgar language or profanity at any time.
  • Do not run or engage in horseplay in the hallways or classrooms.

I AM…a child of God. I'm very valuable because God made me in His image and he loves me. (Phil 2:13)

I CAN…do all things through Christ who gives me strength. God has made me to do everything that I have to do. (Phil 4:13)

I OUGHT…to do my job so that I will be obeying God, my parents and everyone in authority over me. (Phil 2:12, 14-15)

I WILL…with the help of the Holy Spirit keep watch over my thoughts and tongue and choose what is right even if it's not what I want. (Phil 4:8,9)

GENERAL REQUIRED STUDENT CONDUCT STATEMENTS 

CLASSROM BEHAVIOR

  • I understand I am expected to participate in class activities with a joyful attitude. I will avoid a negative and complaining attitude.
  • I understand prompt and cheerful obedience is expected. I will not talk back or argue with teachers or other parents.
  • I understand that I am expected to treat prayer and class discussion with proper reverence. Jokes, songs, or behavior that trivialize or exhibit disrespect towards God are not allowed. Presentation topics must be topics that are glorifying God and something I would talk about if He were present...because He is.
  • I understand that as a sign of respect for the teacher and other students, I may not speak out of turn during class time and must raise my hand.
  • I understand it is expected that I will work diligently, participate and concentrate while in class. I understand that clowning around and disruptive behavior is not allowed.
  • I understand that I will come to class with my homework completed.
  • I understand I may bring a dry snack and water bottle with water to class for snack time. Wet snacks and beverages other than water are not permitted.

SAFETY AND EXPECTATIONS ON CAMPUS

  • I understand that electronic musical devices, electronic games, smart watches and cell phones are not permitted to be used on campus (with the exception of necessary medical use). I understand that it is at the discretion of any teacher/parent on campus to confiscate any item deemed not appropriate to be on campus. Any items confiscated will be returned to my parents.
  • I understand that weapons of any kind are not allowed on campus. This includes, but is not limited to, items such as guns, knives, bows and arrows, and mace.
  • I understand presentation items must be kept in my backpack until they are to be used. All other trinkets, small games, toys, etc. should be left at home or in my family's vehicle and are not allowed to be brought to community gatherings. Fidget/squishy objects MAY be allowed, as long as they do not cause noise or disturb others.
  • I understand that I am not to share any food (snack, lunch, etc.) with other students unless it is a specific event organized by the teacher.
  • I understand all students must be accompanied by an adult at all times. I will stay with my class unless specifically given express permission to do otherwise by a teacher.
  • I will be aware of and avoid the off-limit areas of the facility (i.e. games, stage, kitchen, sanctuary, church lobby, church office, maintenance rooms), except when given express permission for a specific class.
  • I will not play on or around cars in the parking lot.
  • I will not roughhouse or cause disruption in the bathroom including but not limited to turning off the bathroom lights when someone is in there.
  • I will walk, not run, in the building.
  • I understand that chewing gum is not allowed inside the church building.
  • I understand I am expected to treat all class materials and facilities with respect and care.
  • I will take responsibility if I cause any damage to the church facility, its property, and the property of fellow homeschoolers by notifying my parents and an adult in charge.

RESPECT FOR OTHERS

  • I understand that I am expected to treat others with kindness and respect. Teasing, criticizing, name-calling, and any form of verbal, written, or physical abuse are not allowed.
  • I understand talking negatively behind people’s back is unkind. I will seek to honor and speak respectfully of all members of our group, whether parent, teacher or student, and refrain from gossip or negative remarks of any kind.
  • I understand the importance of intentionally seeking to include others in activities or conversations within our group and avoid behavior that can be viewed as excluding others.
  • I understand the importance of modesty and will seek to show respect, honor and wisdom in my clothing choices at Apiary Collective Co. functions. I will seek to dress in a way that shows respect to the opposite sex and does not purposely cause another to stumble. This includes wearing appropriate-length dresses, skirts, shorts, tops, and modest swimsuits, (i.e. no bikinis). No clothing containing slogans or images that are profane or go against biblical teaching is allowed.

PERSONAL INTEGRITY

  • I will strive to pursue excellence in my academic work and be diligent to complete my assignments to the best of my ability, knowing my parents are ultimately my teachers and will guide/approve any decisions for modified or uncompleted assignments.
  • I will pursue truthfulness and honesty in all my work.
  • I will seek to do good when I have the opportunity, and to be of help and encouragement to others.
  • I understand if any conflict arises between me and another student I will seek counsel from my parents and will seek to follow the biblical model for conflict resolution.
  • I understand that as a believer, my body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, and I will honor it accordingly. I understand that substance use of any kind (ie: alcohol or drugs) will result in being removed from Apiary Collective Co. and all of its programs.
  • I will respect all property belonging to others, including the church. I will not damage or take anything that does not belong to me.
  • I recognize that I will be held responsible for my conduct, both in action and attitude, by my parents, teachers and those in authority at Apiary Collective Co.

DISCIPLINARY ACTION

The following policy of correction and discipline will be in effect in all class settings: (The word “class” shall include all regular classes, assemblies, events, breaks and indoor/outdoor transition times).

  • General Disciplinary Action: If a child’s behavior, attitude and/or words is deemed inappropriate or disruptive, and the child does not heed the authority or correction of the teacher/parent, he/she will be removed from that class and placed in the care of his/her parent for the remainder of that lesson period.
  • Moderate Disciplinary Action: If a child’s behavior, attitude and/or words is deemed a moderate discipline problem, meaning but not limited to that he/she continually ignores the authority and correction of the teacher/parent, repeatedly creates excessive disruptions, threatens or endangers another person via words or actions and/or prevents the teacher/parent from reaching his/her objective, the child will be withdrawn from that lesson and any remaining lessons and placed in the care of his/her parent for the remainder of that community day.
  • Severe Disciplinary Action: If a child’s behavior, attitude and/or words is deemed a severe discipline problem, meaning but not limited to that he/she continually ignores the authority and correction of the teacher/parent, repeatedly creates excessive disruptions, threatens or endangers another person via words or actions and/or prevents the teacher/parent from reaching his/her objective, and there has been no change in behavior, attitude, and/or words after the Moderate Disciplinary Action, the child will be withdrawn from Apiary Collective Co. for the remainder of the school year.