Code of Student Conduct

The Bedford County School Board has adopted the Code of Student Conduct, which defines the basic rules and expectations of students in the public schools of Bedford County and outlines procedures for fostering positive student behavior. Families are asked to review all information in the Code of Student Conduct carefully and discuss this information including supports available and the consequences of violating the rules with their children. Virginia Code Section 22.1-279.3 requires that parents or guardians acknowledge receipt of these materials. Families can complete the acknowledgment form for the 2023-24 Code of Student Conduct found in the back of this booklet or acknowledge receipt of the materials through PowerSchool Registration. In addition, two other acknowledgment forms, the Acceptable Computer System Use Agreement and the Bedford County Public Schools (BCPS) Anti-Bullying Pledge, are also found in the back of this booklet and online through PowerSchool Registration. For additional information, all School Board policies are available online at http://bedfordsharpschool.net. Working together, we hope that your child experiences a successful and fulfilling school year. 

Please note that provisions included in this Code of Student Conduct are subject to change due to changes in state law, division policy, or other reasons. In that event, the new or revised policy will be put on the school system's website and will supersede any conflicting provision in this handbook