Rights and Responsibilities

RIGHTS OF STUDENTS

1. To attend school and classes unless removed under the process as specified in the Education Code and District rules.

2. To be informed about school and District rules and regulations pertaining to students.

3. To receive appropriate educational programs designed to meet the individual needs of regular class students and the special needs of those who are handicapped.

4. To attend school in an academic and social climate that is free from fear and violence.

5. To receive fair and reasonable treatment from those who are responsible for enforcing standards of student conduct.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF STUDENTS

1. BE SAFE

I am personally responsible for being safe at school and all school activities. I will follow appropriate standards of dressing during school. I will report any known safety hazards or concerns. I will help maintain a clean and safe campus that is free of graffiti, weapons, and drugs. I will report any bullying or harassment. I will avoid conflicts and physical or verbal violence. I will not trespass on other school campuses while school is in session.

2. BE RESPECTFUL

I will treat others the way I want to be treated. I will respect school authority. I will treat people fairly and respect their rights. I will respect private and public property. I will be honest with myself and with others. I will avoid spreading rumors or gossip verbally or electronically. I will respect each person’s right to be different and I will look for the good in others.

3. BE RESPONSIBLE

I will take responsibility for my actions. I will choose how I respond to others. I will give my best in everything I do. I will come to school regularly and on time, ready to learn. I will help to create a positive school environment. I will return what I borrow to the same person, in the same condition.

RIGHTS OF PARENTS/GUARDIANS

1. To be informed of District policy and school rules and regulations related to their child/children.

2. To visit school periodically and upon request to participate in conferences with teachers or counselors regarding the academic and behavioral status of their children.

3. To inspect their child's school records with the assistance of a certificated staff member for proper explanation.

4. To be informed of significant facts and school action related to the student's behavior and academic progress.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARENTS/GUARDIANS

1. To make sure their children attend school regularly and on time, have adequate sleep and nutrition, practice proper personal hygiene, and wear appropriate clothing.

2. To be familiar with District policies and school rules and regulations.

3. To provide the school with a current emergency telephone number where a parent/guardian or a responsible adult may be reached at all times.

4. To actively participate in efforts to improve student's behavior when necessary by assisting school personnel in planning and implementing a prescriptive program.

5. To maintain consistent and adequate control over their children and to support reasonable control measures as applied by school personnel.

6. To cooperate with the school in bringing about improvements designed to enhance the educational program offered students.

7. To make provisions for off-campus supervision for the student in the case of suspension, illness or accident.

8. To see that their child attends school except when ill.