JA: STUDENT POLICIES
GOALS
The student is the focal point of
all operations of a school system. This top priority is shared with no
one.
Consequently, the School Committee
can expect to spend much of its time in study, deliberation, and policy
formulation on matters directly related to students.
The Committee and staff will work
together to establish an environment conducive to the very best learning
achievements for each student through meeting the following goals regarding
students:
1. To
individualize the learning program in order to provide appropriately for each
student according to his/her specific background, capabilities, learning styles,
interests, and aspirations.
2. To
protect and observe the legal rights of students.
3. To
enhance the self-image of each student by helping him/her feel respected and
worthy through a learning environment that provides positive encouragement
through frequent success.
4. To
provide an environment of reality in which students can learn personal and civic
responsibility for their actions through meaningful experiences as school
citizens.
5. To
deal with students in matters of discipline in a just and constructive
manner.
6. To
provide in every way possible for the safety, health, and welfare of
students.
7. To
promote faithful attendance and good work.
SOURCE: MASC
LEGAL REF.: 603 CMR
26:00
Adopted on: April 10,
2008