Benjamin Franklin Middle School Student/Parent Handbook 2016-2017 | Page 38

� Reduction of the occurrence of discipline problems through the use of support services which will provide diagnostic and prescriptive learning activities geared to the unique attitudes , abilities , and interests of students , and will provide referral to appropriate personnel for counseling , examination , and such other rehabilitative measures as may be necessary ;
� All students have the responsibility to maintain their own good conduct . Rules of conduct respect the rights of students , but also require students to respect the rights of others ;
� Every student has a legal right to be free from discrimination on the basis of race , religion gender , color , creed , ancestry , social / economic status , sexual orientation , disability , or national origin in relation to any school matter ; � Every student is expected to follow directives of administrators , teachers , and other staff ; � Every student is expected to be respectful of others , both adults and peers ; � Every student is expected to display behavior which contributes positively to the overall atmosphere of the school ; � Every student is expected to adhere to guidelines / regulations concerning substance abuse ; and
� Every student is expected to wear safe and non-distracting clothing that conforms to State guidelines for health and safety and the Board ’ s dress code policy . Discretion should be exercised when choosing apparel to be worn to school .
Behavioral Expectations Rights And Responsibilities
All schools operate by rules so that it is easier for everyone to get along with each other and to work productively . The Benjamin Franklin Middle School is a community of students , teachers , administrators , other staff , and parents / guardians who must share a common definition of what is acceptable behavior . We expect to provide a learning environment where individuals treat each other with respect . The fundamental expectation at Benjamin Franklin Middle School is that each one of us is to be treated fairly by other people . This will occur if each of us takes care in treating others fairly .
We all have responsibilities . At Benjamin Franklin Middle School , your responsibilities relate both to your school and to the people who attend it . By acting responsibly you protect your own rights as well as the rights of others . Consider your rights and responsibilities and the rules that make them possible .
In order to enforce this policy , the Teaneck Board of Education may use metal detecting devices in all school buildings , on school grounds , and at all school activities . Additionally , electronic surveillance may be used in school buildings and on school grounds . Monitoring devices may also be used on school transportation vehicles transporting students to and from curricular and co-curricular activities .
As a student you will : � Be conscientious and serious about learning . � Act in a polite and respectful manner . � Make no derogatory racial , religious , or ethnic remarks . � Cooperate with staff and fellow students .
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