INTRODUCTION
The Board of Education requires high standards of personal conduct from each student to promote respect for the rights of others and to accomplish the purposes of the schools. The Board also requires compliance with established standards and rules of the district and the laws of the community, state and nation.
The central purpose of the school system is to educate each student to the highest level possible. To support the success of the educational program, the Board directs employees to hold each student accountable to Code standards in a fair manner. Compliance with the standards is necessary to provide:
• Orderly operation of the schools,
• A safe environment for students, district employees and visitors to the schools,
• Opportunities for students to achieve at a high academic level in a productive learning environment,
• Assistance for students at risk of failure or of engaging in disruptive behavior,
• Regular attendance of students, and
• Protection of property.
This Code applies to all students in the District while at school, on their way to and from school, while on the bus or other District vehicle, and while they are participating in school-sponsored trips and activities. The Superintendent/designee is responsible for its implementation and application throughout the District. The Principal is responsible for administration and implementation of this Code within his/her school in a uniform and fair manner without partiality or discrimination.
Each school council must select and implement appropriate discipline and classroom management techniques necessary to carry out this Code and shall provide a list of the school’s rules and discipline procedures in the school handbook. Teachers and other instructional personnel are responsible for administering Code standards in the classroom, halls, and other assignment locations.
This Code establishes minimum behavior standards. Recognizing that each school, grade or class may require special provisions, school councils, administrators and teachers have full authority to make rules to enforce these standards in keeping with their areas of responsibility.
DISTRICT MISSION Union County Public Schools creates an inspirational learning environment and empowers our students to reach their maximum potential in an ever-changing world.
DISTRICT BELIEFS We Believe...
Kids come first
Basic needs must be met
Education is a pillar for community growth
Effective communication is essential
Learning is a life-long process
Public education is the great equalizer
Working together creates greater results
Accountability & integrity are essential to success
Every individual has potential