Inappropriate Language

Profanity or Inappropriate Language

Language is a reflection of how you represent yourself.  Cyprus expects students to represent themselves in ways that show respect for themselves and others.  Inappropriate communication includes:  the "F" word; words that are meant to demean individuals for their ethnicity, gender, disability, or dating preferences; words that are used to bully or harass others; words used as threats.  Utah Law 53A-11-904 states: "Students who use foul, profane, vulgar, or abusive language may be subject to school consequences including suspension from school." 

• Cyprus High students are expected to demonstrate that they are ENGAGED in their education and respect the teachers, students and staff they interact with on a daily basis by using appropriate language.

• Students may have school consequences or be suspended for using lewd or inappropriate language, regardless of intent, with whom, or where it was used while on school grounds.

• Use of racial slurs, sexual innuendo, profanity, and disrespectful language is NOT acceptable and will carry school consequences.