Just a few notes regarding discipline:
1. The first level of student disciplining outside the classroom is recess detention. Here, students will eat their snacks, read or sit quietly for the remainder of the recess or lunch period.
2. School rules will be consistently enforced with all children.
The following are general, school-wide rules. Each teacher has specific expectations for his/her specific class.
1. Students will obey and respect all adults at Silver Gate.
2. Students will use courteous language with all.
3. Students will not bring gum or candy to school.
4. Students will not bring items not related to classroom instruction to school, including toys. The classroom teacher should approve all items in advance.
5. Students may not bring any kinds of weapons or potentially dangerous items to school.
6. Students will not sell, trady, (steal) or otherwise exchange items at school
7. Students will not throw objects, including rocks, sand, etc.
8. Students will follow all safety rules.
9. Students will walk quietly when transiting in or out of doors. The banks and parking lot are off limits to students, without direct supervision.
10. The area outside the office building/library is for relaxing, lunch and snacks only. This is not a play area.
11. There is no supervision for students before 7:30 a.m. or after 1:55 p.m. Students may arrive at school at 7:30 a.m.
12. Parents are expected to verify that YMCA personnel are on site, and the program in place, before leaving children in the afternoons for the recreation program.
13. Good taste, safety, consideration for others and enhancements of the learning environment are the overriding considerations in Silver Gate's discipline policy.
14. Respect, integrity and courtesy are expected from all at all times.
Consequences:
1. Parent notification
2. Recess detention
3. Referral to Principal
4. In-school suspension
5. Formal suspension
6. Expulsion
Expected Behavior Code
Students are expected to:
Show respect for themselves and others.
Solve problems peacefully.
Listen carefully and follow direction.
Do their personal best.
Use positive language and good manners.
Respect personal and school property.
To provide a safe, effective learning environment, Silver Gate Elementary adheres to the district's student discipline policies. To learn more, visit the district's Student Discipline Policies page.