Positive Student Behavior Expectations & Guidelines at ISU

Expectations of student behavior at ISU are based on the principle of respect: respect for self, respect for others, and respect for community.

The following guidelines outline what the school expects of everyone while they are in school or in school-sponsored activities.

The school expects each student to:

• come to school on time and be prepared to work

• complete home learning and class assignments to the best of his/her ability

• demonstrate respect for all members of the school community

• respect school property and property belonging to others

• be honest, trustworthy, and truthful

• respect and be tolerant of the rights, beliefs, and attitudes of fellow classmates

• respect the right of others to learn without interruptions

• be dressed neatly and appropriately

• be responsible by not bringing prohibited items

• leave pets at home (unless previous permission is obtained from the Head of Primary or Head of Secondary)

• keep the school clean, safe, and attractive

• act in a thoughtful and sensible way around the school, ensuring safety of self and others

All students and parents should be familiar with this Behavior Guideline and the fundamental guiding principle of respect. When it is not followed, students need to realize that disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with the following ISU’s Behavior Management Guidelines Procedures.