DISCIPLINE

 

 

True discipline results from self-discipline rather than external regulation or compulsion. Galilee Academy believes that discipline is something done for a child, not just to a child. Our policy is based upon scriptural principles and strives to be both firm and fair. It is expected that good behavior will be the norm and discipline problems the exception. A signed statement by the parents that they have read and support the Discipline Policy must be received as a prerequisite to final acceptance and enrollment of each child. If a parent does not agree with the discipline policy, this must be discussed with the administrator before final enrollment.

 

Good discipline means that the classroom is free from confusion, disorder, and anti-social behavior. It means that each child and the group as a whole operate freely within a structured framework which they understand, accept and incorporate into their behavior without constant reminder or punishment. Discipline is more than outward pressure. It involves inner understanding and acceptance.

 

Galilee seeks to cooperate with parents to develop the following characteristics in their children:

 

1. Cheerful obedience to all in authority.

2. Cleanliness in person and property:
      a. Clean and neatly dressed;
      b. Putting trash in trash cans, picking up paper on the floor, in desks, and on the grounds.

3. Cooperation with others in and out of the classroom.

4. Courtesy and respect for others: being quiet in class, raising hands to speak not interrupting others, walking-not running in the building, and eating with proper manners.

5. Morally good conduct in respect to recreation, social relationships and language.

6. Promptness in attendance and completing assignments.

7. Respect for the property of Galilee Academy, and other people.

8. Responsibility in doing assigned or expected tasks.

9. Truthfulness and honesty in work and life.

 

Cell Phones

Cell phones are not allowed on the students person during school hours. However, if a student has a cell phone, he/she can lodge at the office for safe keeping following the dismissal bell.

 

Disciplinary Action:

We never assume students know proper behavior until we have explained/demonstrated it to them.

When a student’s behavior is unsatisfactory, the school will employ the appropriate action for correction. The following steps may be used to achieve and appropriate behavior and attitudes:

1. Use of praise, positive rewards when earned

2. Verbal warning to students regarding actions

3. Loss of designated privileges

4. Correspondence with parents

5. Parent-teacher or parent-teacher- principal conference

6. Detention - after school

7. Corporal punishment administered in accordance with statutory regulation:

a.      The teacher is to confer with the administration and obtain approval or recommendation.

b.      The Chairman, Principal or Dean are the only personnel to administer corporal punishment

c.      The teacher is never to administer corporal punishment.

d.      The teacher is to make sure the child understands that the reason for correction is grounded in love and concern for the child.

e.      A written report must be turned in to the administrator.

8. Saturday School

Students who have continued discipline problems will be required to

attend Saturday School from 8a.m - 12 noon. An additional fee will be assessed for Saturday School.

9. In-house suspension - Students who have continued discipline problems will attend school; however, a student is isolated from regular classes and supervised while doing assigned work.
      There is an additional charge for in-house suspension.

10. Suspension

11. Expulsion (refer to second paragraph under conduct)

 

Suspension:

A policy of 1-3 days suspension will be followed. Excessive suspensions may result in a recommendation of dismissal from the school. Any student guilty of the following while on school property or during school field trips or school activities may expect immediate suspension:

 

1. Fighting

 

2. Possession or use of tobacco or drugs in any form

 

3. Obscene, profane, or vulgar language that is written spoken, or expressed by symbols or gestures

 

4. Misuse and/or damage of school property

 

5. Any behavior, display or attitude in opposition to the basic principles and purposes of Galilee Academy which restrict the spiritual or academic atmosphere of the school as determined by the administration.