St. Michael's G.N.S. Arklow

Code of Discipline
(Currently under review)

Aims:

(a) In devising the code, consideration has to be given
to the particular needs and circumstances of this
school. The aim is to create an ordered and orderly
environment in which pupils can, through developing
self-discipline, feel secure and make progress in all
aspects of their development.

(b) Every effort will be made by all members of staff
to adopt a positive approach to the question of
behaviour in the school.

Principles:

(a) The school recognises the variety of differences
that exist between children and the need to tolerate
these differences.

(b) It is agreed that a high standard of behaviour
requires a strong sense of community within the
school and a high level of co-operation among staff
and between staff, parents and pupils.

(c) Every effort will be made to ensure that the code of
discipline is implemented in a reasonable, fair and
consistent manner.


Safety:
For my own safety and that of others:
(a) I should be careful coming to and going from school
(b) I should always walk while in the school building.
(c) I should remain seated at all times in class and while eating
lunch.
(d) I should never run in the school yard and always show
respect for my fellow pupils.
(e) I should bring a note of explanation following absences
(f) I should never leave the school grounds without the
permission of the Principal.

Caring for myself:
(a) I should respect myself and my property, always keeping my school bag, books and copies in good order.
(b) I should always be in school before the bell rings at 9.20a.m.
(c) I should show respect for my school and be proud to wear the complete school uniform every day.
(d) I should always be aware of my personal cleanliness.
(e) I should always bring a sensible, nutritional lunch to school.
Crisps, glass bottles, hard sweets, lozergers, nuts or chewing gum are not permitted.
(f) I should always do my best in school by listening carefully,
working as hard as I can and by completing my homework.

Caring for others:
(a) I should be kind and respectful to teachers and fellow pupils by being mannerly and polite, by taking turns and by remaining orderly in my class line.
(b) I should behave well in class so that my fellow pupils and
I can learn.
(c) I should always keep my school clean. I should show respect
for the property of my fellow pupils, the school building and
grounds.
(d) I should be truthful and honest at all times.

Bullying:
I should never bully others. I should never allow others to bully me and if it happens I should tell my parents and my teacher. Bullying is always unacceptable.

St. Michael’s is a’ bully- free’ zone.