Malta Avenue School
Code of Conduct
1. LISTEN TO AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS
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Make sure you listen carefully. What the adults in school say to you is very important. | |
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Pay attention. One of you most important jobs is to be a good listener and know what is going on. | |
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When you follow directions carefully, it shows that you care about yourself. If you don't understand what an adult says to you - ask! | |
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Remain silent during fire drills. |
2. ALWAYS WALK
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When walking in halls, stay to the right and respect that others are working. |
3. USE SCHOOL PROPERTY CAREFULLY AND CORRECTLY
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Dispose of litter properly. | |
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Keep all materials and furniture neat and clean. | |
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Keep bathrooms neat, clean and quiet. | |
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Things that belong to the school should not be borrowed or taken without getting permission. |
4. KEEP HANDS TO YOURSELF, NOT ON OTHERS
5. TREAT OTHERS KINDLY
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Do not interfere with learning, your own or others | |
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Try to be cheerful, even when you might feel bad. It always helps! | |
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Help others follow our Code of Conduct. | |
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Respect others students' feelings. Don't hurt others feelings with words or actions. | |
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Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself. | |
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Share you good ideas and thoughts with others. |
5. USE GOOD MANNERS
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Be honest | |
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Use polite language when you work or play with others. | |
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Take turns. | |
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Remove headgear when you come inside. | |
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When other students are working, respect their right to work by not disturbing them. | |
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No gum chewing in school. | |
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When outside, stay on walks, leave plants and trees alone and do not throw things. (snow, pebbles, etc.) |
6. ALWAYS DO YOUR BEST
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Come to school prepared - bring pencils, paper, erasers, crayons, and whatever else you need to do your work. | |
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Be sure to always do your assignments, at home and in school. | |
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Ask for and accept help whenever you need it. | |
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Return homework, books and other materials on time. |
7. DRESS PROPERLY FOR HEALTH AND SAFETY
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Wear shoes that allow you to climb stairs safely. | |
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Keep clothing neat and clean. | |
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Dress appropriately for school. All logos and slogans appearing on clothing must be appropriate for a school setting. | |
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Leave toys, radios, electronic games, etc., home, unless they are brought in for a special classroom activity. |
In the Cafeteria
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Follow the Code of Conduct | |
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Sit on seats, not on tables | |
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When waiting in line keep hands, feet, etc. to yourself | |
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Raise your hand if you need to get out of your seat or need help. | |
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Clean up your area - papers, crumbs, straws, etc. | |
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Relax and eat. |
In the Auditorium
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Stay in your seat | |
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Be polite by listening to the program, not talking with classmates. | |
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Raise your hand if you need help. | |
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Show appreciation at the end of an assembly by clapping (not stomping, booing or whistling). |
On the Playground
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Be patient and share. | |
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Do not stand or walk too close to the slides. | |
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Do not climb on top of tube slide or climb up either slide. | |
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Do not run where the playground equipment is. | |
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Watch out for others. | |
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Older students should be considerate of younger ones. |
Consequences for not Following Code of Conduct
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Your teacher or another adult will speak to you about the problem. | |
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You may lose a school privilege such as free time, going to a special event or playing outside. | |
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You may not be allowed to eat with your class in the cafeteria. | |
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You may have to take a note home to your parents telling them of the problem. It will ask you parents to sign the note and return it to school. | |
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You may have to stay after school until 4:00. | |
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For a very serious problem, or if it happens many times, your parents will need to come to school to talk about it with your teacher, you and the principal. |
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