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MacKinnon Middle School Code of Conduct
MacKinnon Middle School Code of Conduct
I Will Treat Myself And Others With Respect
I Will Treat Property With Respect
I Will Act In A Safe Manner
I Will Come To School Prepared And Do
My Personal Best
I Will Be A Responsible Student
Expectations for Student Conduct
Expectations for Student Conduct
In order for optimal learning to take place, students should continue to develop and have the ability to demonstrate positive attitudes and display character.. The set of behavioral expectations that appears below, approved and adopted by the Board of Education, should serve to guide students in their daily living:
Students will:
Prepare themselves mentally and physically for the process of learning
Students are nourished, rested, clean, properly dressed and groomed
Students are free of drugs and alcohol.
Students come to school prepared to learn.
Demonstrate respect for people and property
Students are honest, courteous and polite.
Students respect the property of others.
Students accept the rights of others to their own opinions
Students settle differences peacefully.
Students display good sportsmanship.
Students participate in the maintenance and cleanliness of school facilities and property.
Take responsibility for their own behavior and learning
Students recognize that school is work, and academic development is the primary purpose.
Students complete all homework, class work and examinations.
Students make personal choices based on reasonable decision-making processes.
Students accept constructive criticism and disagreement when necessary and appropriate.
Students accept the consequences of their action
Use time and resources responsibly
Students attend school regularly and punctually.
Students use study periods and library time for schoolwork.
Students use books and other materials appropriately.
Share responsibilities when working as members of a group
Students cooperate, contribute and share in the work of a group.
Students accept and assume leadership when appropriate.
Students listen to the points of view of others.
Meet the unique requirements of each class
Students participate actively in class work.
Students follow class rules and procedures.
Students bring to class all textbooks, clothing and other materials necessary for participation.
Students observe rules for safe handling of class equipment and materials.
Monitor their own progress towards objectives
Students record and maintain records of progress.
Students utilize RealTIme student portal to monitor grades and advocate for themselves when they have questions.
Students plan courses of study and schedules.
Students seek assistance from school staff and peers.
Students value the relationship of learning to everyday life.
Communicate with parents and school personnel about school related matters
Students take time to discuss academic learning and school progress with parents and school personnel.
Students transmit information to parents and return responses to appropriate school personnel when requested.
Students know the appropriate people to involve when a problem occurs. Students outline with parents and teachers a clear and concise educational goal for the school year.
A student is declared ineligible for participation in co-curricular activities (e.g. school dances, school clubs, special assemblies, special field trips and athletic competition both interscholastic and intramural if he/she has:
Failed two subjects or more in the proceeding marking period/trimester or is currently failing two academic classes.
Demonstrated unsatisfactory attendance or excessive tardiness in the preceding or current marking period.
Has had a recent behavioral infraction which has made the student ineligible to participate at the discretion of the building Principal.
Has amassed specific quantities of points detailed in middle school code of conduct.
Field Trips: 6 Demerits if trip is prior to February, 12 Demerits thereafter
Sporting Events–Fall and Winter Season– 6 Demerits; Spring– 12 Demerits
Attendance at Sporting Events– 6 Demerits; Spring– 12 Demerits
Students may not participate in athletic competition or co-curricular activity that was scheduled for that afternoon or evening if he/she has been absent, suspended, or sent home due to illness.
Student Conduct Chart
Student Conduct Chart
Our school's philosophy of student discipline is to instill in each student the responsibility to conduct himself/herself in a safe, orderly, respectful and courteous manner. Teachers, counselors and administrators provide continual guidance and direction in assisting students to develop acceptable behavior patterns. Student conduct is guided by a school discipline code. The code will be strictly enforced to ensure a safe, orderly and productive learning environment.
Please scroll the embeded document to see details regarding infractions and progressive consequences.
Tier I Infractions Disruption to School Environment page 1
Tier II Infractions Serious and/or Frequent Behaviors page 3
Tier III Infractions Student & School Safety - Mandatory Reporting page 4
Severe Clause
Severe Clause
Incidents considered severe in nature will result in assigned multiple detentions, suspension from the lunchroom, Friday detention, and/or an in-school or out-of-school suspension. Students who receive any of these consequences are automatically declared ineligible for participation in and attending all co-curricular activities.
Cumulative Behavior Incidents
Cumulative Behavior Incidents
If a student's behavior is persistently poor, then additional measures will be taken. If a student accumulates multiple incidents within a short time frame, parental communication will be required. If subsequent improvement is not evidenced then out of school suspension will result. Parents will be notified in all cases of Friday detention, in-school suspension and out-of-school suspension.
Demerit Point System
Demerit Point System
Throughout the school year, students will have the opportunity to participate in special events such as activity nights, dances, picnics, and class trips. If the nature of a student’s discipline record is at a serious level, a student may be excluded from any special event due to the number of demerits accumulated at the time of the event. A demerit point system is included in a student’s disciplinary record throughout the school year. Demerits are issued for a student’s violation of the school’s code of conduct. The demerit point system is designed for academic team and/or administrative review. A student’s demerit record can adversely affect his/her attendance on a class trip, field trip, or other upcoming school activity or event. A student must have a clean record of served detentions in order to attend an upcoming school activity or event, class trip, or field trip.
Students may be barred from any field trip, school activity such as an assembly for disciplinary or safety reasons. The school’s demerit point system will be reviewed regarding field trip/assembly spectator participation. Any student barred from a field trip may appeal his/her case to the teacher/trip coordinator/grade level advisor and the principal. Students who accumulate 6 demerits or more prior to the start of the 3rd marking period or 12 Demerits or more following that, may appeal. An appeal committee will hear each student’s appeal. The decision of the appeal committee is final.
After School Events (Dances, Alliance Night, etc.)
After School Events (Dances, Alliance Night, etc.)
Should the opportunity arise to have dances or other social events this year, the Student Council and Wharton Community Alliance typically sponsors dances throughout the school year. Event times will be announced and published. Students should not arrive before the event has begun, nor should students plan to leave early (unless special arrangements have been made with the advisor or Principal), and should prearrange transportation home for the end of the events.
The following guidelines have been established to ensure successful, problem-free dances, events and Alliance Nights:
All students must show signed permission slips to chaperones. Appropriate dress is required. Adhering to school dress code.
Only Wharton residents in grades 6-8 will be granted admission to the dance.
Enter and exit through the MacKinnon doors by the APR All other outside doors will be locked.
Keep all valuables on your person (i.e., money, jewelry, purse).
You will not be permitted to leave the building once you enter - if you do leave you will not be granted re-entry.
Lavatory facilities will be available for your use.
You will not be permitted to socialize in the hallways.
Treat the building and decorations with respect.
Possession or use of any tobacco product, alcohol or drug will result in dismissal from the building and suspension from school.
The police officer and chaperones are to be obeyed at all times.
Speak and act like respectable young adults.
Students who are absent or on suspension on the day or afternoon of the dances and Alliance Nights will not be permitted to attend.
All school rules are in effect at all times.
“Zero Tolerance for Guns Act”
“Zero Tolerance for Guns Act”
In 1995, the New Jersey Legislature enacted, NJSA 18A: 37-7, known as the “Zero Tolerance for Guns Act.” The law provides that any pupil convicted or adjudicated delinquent for possession of a firearm or a crime while armed with a firearm or found to knowingly possess a firearm on school property, on a school bus, or at a school sponsored function must be immediately removed from the school’s regular education program for a period of not less than one calendar year.
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