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Policy and procedures for conduct and discipline
Attendance
Punctuality and tardiness
Dress code
Technology
100
What are some examples of minor offenses ?
Excessive talking, arguing with teacher, teasing classmates, disrespectful behavior towards teacher or peers, etc. (minor behaviors that disrupt the learning process)
100
True or False: Students out of class without written permission will be assumed to be absent without excuse.
True. All students are expected to be in their assigned classes unless they have a signed pass from a staff member.
100
When are students expected to arrive to each class?
Students are expected to arrive to each class on time.
100
What items of clothing must be worn by all students on every school day unless otherwise announced in writing? A) Djellaba B) PE T-shirts C) School uniforms D) Real Madrid soccer jersey
C) School uniforms
100
What is the purpose of using technology in the classroom?
Technology in the classroom is solely for the facilitation of the learning process.
200
True or False. A student committing grave behavior off-campus will not face repercussions with the school administration.
False. Instances of grave behavior committed off campus at any time may also be subject to disciplinary action aligned with established school consequences.
200
Fill in the blank: At the discretion of the administration, students may be allowed a maximum of ____ days of pre-approved absences per semester.
5
200
True or False: A tardy or absent student does not have to make up any missed assignments or tests.
False. Any missed assignments or tests will need to be “made up” at the discretion of the teacher.
200
The required daily uniform includes: A) Short- or long-sleeved GWA blue polo shirt B) GWA sweatshirt or jacket (when needed) C) GWA-issued khaki pants D) All of the above
D) All of the above
200
What are the acceptable times for students to use personal technology devices?
All students may only use their personal technology before school, during lunch,after school, or during class time with the instruction of a teacher. It is not permitted at any other time.
300
Disciplinary consequences may be applied for behavior that occurs: A) On school grounds B) At all school-sponsored events C) When traveling to/from school events as a supervised group. D) All of the above
D) All of the above
300
Medical absences may be excused with a written note from: A) The principal B) A parent C) A parent and a doctor D) A doctor only
D) A doctor only. The doctor writes a note explaining the reason for the absence. Written excuses should be submitted to the office coordinator within three days of the student’s return to school.
300
What are the consequences a student will face after his/her 3rd tardy? A) Student will meet with one of the principals and receive a written warning which will need to be signed by a parent and returned the following day. B) Student will be required to attend Wednesday Detention from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM C) Student will be required to attend Saturday Detention from 8 AM to 12 PM D) None of the above
B) Student will be required to attend Wednesday Detention from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
300
True or False: The GWA PE t-shirt, shorts or sweatpants can be worn as a replacement for the standard uniform.
False. They are to be worn in PE classes only.
300
True or False: A teacher may choose not to allow phones or other devices in their classroom.
True. The teacher determines what technology is permissible within his or her classroom and how it is to be used.
400
Cite 5 consequences a student may face due to roughhousing, (slapping, hitting, kicking, spitting), bullying, verbal harassment, vandalism.
1. Saturday Detention 2. ISS 3. Community service 4. OSS 5. Expulsion
400
What are the steps a student should take when anticipating an absence, whether personal or school-related?
The student should complete a Pre-Arranged Absence Form and ask each teacher to sign indicating their approval. Requests must be submitted at least three days ahead prior to the absence to receive approval.
400
True or False: After the 4th tardy, a student is expected to attend After-School detention.
False. Student will be required to attend Saturday Detention from 8 AM to 12 PM
400
Cite 5 examples of non-permitted items of clothing.
1. Athletic or sports pants 2. Tights or leggings 3. Boots visible over pant legs 4. Non-GWA jackets and sweatshirts 5. Blue or black pants (including jeans or denim)
400
Cite 5 examples of unacceptable use of technology in the classroom.
Some examples... 1. Using usernames or passwords that belong to other persons or the school, without prior authorization 2. Retrieving or publishing material that could be interpreted as obscene, profane or abusive, even when on personal digital devices or using a personal internet connection 3. School Internet bandwidth for gaming, downloading torrent files, and video or audio streaming 4. Recording of sound or video, or photographing another person or classroom activity without explicit permission from a teacher 5. Using technology when a teacher asks you not to or without explicit permission (e.g. text messaging during class, continuing to work on your laptop after a teacher has asked you to put it away, not honoring the specific daily procedures as outlined by the teacher).
500
Cite at least 3 possible consequences to academic dishonesty and plagiarism.
1. Receiving a "zero" on an assignment 2. Writing a 1-page report about the benefits of being honest in academic work 3. ISS/OSS 4. Receiving a failing grade in the course 5. Probation contract 6. Expulsion
500
In a semester, upper school students may not receive course credit after accumulating more than: A) 10 absences B) 12 absences C) 8 absences D) 15 absences
A) 10 absences. School-related absences are not counted toward this requirement.
500
After how many tardies is the student expected to meet with the Principal and may be placed on a behavioral contract?
After the 6th tardy
500
What are the consequences when a student is not wearing the appropriate school uniform in one semester for the first time, second time, and third time?
1.At the first uniform infraction, the student should stop by the upper school office to receive a pass for the day. His/her name will be recorded and a verbal warning given regarding future consequences. 2. At the 2nd infraction, The student will be assigned lunch detention. 3. The third time it happens , The student will be assigned ISS or Saturday Detention.
500
There are four kinds of offenses per quarter to using technology in class without explicit permission from your teacher. Cite the consequences for each offense committed.
1. You will receive a verbal warning and be asked to put it away. 2. If you are asked a second time during the same class period, the teacher will take the item and store it in the upper school office until the end of the day and parents are contacted. 3. Parents are contacted and parents must pick up phone/device. 4. Parents are contacted and phone is kept until the end of the quarter.