Policy for Behavior and Discipline
We aim to create an environment where students:
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Feel safe and secure
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Respect and show consideration for each other
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Respect their environment (Catechist, fellow students, & school property)
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Have ownership of the code of conduct
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Are aware of PREP’s expectations for their conduct, manners, and behavior
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Develop a sense of self discipline and responsibility
Catechists/Co-Catechists and Catechist Aides provide positive role models by:
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Valuing children as individuals
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Developing the self esteem of children and each other
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The manner in which we speak to children and each other
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Listening and responding with sensitivity
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Communicating our Catholic values and beliefs to each other, children, parents and the wider community
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Ensuring we are welcoming to all children, adults and visitors
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Developing consistent positive attitudes
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Being fair in reprimanding poor conduct and praising good behavior
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Holding students accountable for poor behavior and/or effort
Students in the program are expected to behave appropriately and respect their classmates, catechist, and themselves. PREP classes provide an atmosphere of learning within a Christian setting. No hats are to be worn in the building, and there is no gum, candy or food allowed. Cell-phones should be turned off when the student enters the Middle School building. Ordinary discipline concerns will be handled by the classroom catechist.
Circumstances may arise that a child needs to be removed from the class because:
The Director will note students’ behavior and after a 2nd offense, or serious first offense, the parent/s will receive a phone call and will come with the child to meet with the Director. A 3rd offense can mean dismissal from classes and the student will be taught at home. We stand ready to help parents in this regard and such students are re-registered for classes the next academic year if all conditions listed upon leaving are met.
Please review the Code of Conduct with your children.
