General Expectations of Behavior (OSHS)
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General Expectations of Behavior (OSHS)
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS OF BEHAVIOR
It is not possible to list all behaviors which may be displayed during the school day by our students or the consequences which are judged appropriate. Consequently, at some point, experienced, trained, and fair-minded school administrators must make judgments about the appropriateness or inappropriateness of student behaviors and assign appropriate consequences. The following overall school rules serve as a general guide to student behavior, but not as an exhaustive list of behavior expectations.
Overall School Rules
- Listen and follow directions.
- Take care of school property, and keep our school neat and clean.
- Stay in assigned areas, and act in an orderly manner.
- Keep hands, feet, and other objects to yourself.
- Be in hallways or restrooms only with permission.
- Walk quietly and in an orderly manner in the hallways and on walkways.
- Chewing gum is not allowed.
- Running is allowed only on the playground under supervision.
- Trading items of any kind are not allowed at school.
- Cell phones, radios, games, smartwatches, and other electronic devices are to be put away in class.
- Toys are not to be brought to school without written permission from the teacher.
- Proper behavior is expected in the cafeteria, on campus, and at all other school activities.
- Do not open or prop doors to let other students or visitors in the building.
Severe Disruptions
Believing that teachers have the right to teach and students have the right to learn, the following acts of misconduct are considered severe and will result in immediate referral to the principal or her designee for disciplinary action. It should be pointed out that this list is not all-inclusive and, as such, a student committing an act of misconduct not listed will nevertheless be subject to the discretionary authority of the principal or her designee. Some of these actions may require the involvement of law enforcement agencies.
- Open defiance (bold refusal to obey or conform)
- Profanity or vulgarity (to include acts, gestures, or symbols) directed at another person
- Use or possession of any form of tobacco or tobacco paraphernalia on school property or at any school-sponsored activity
- Use, sale, or possession of drugs or alcohol on school property or at any school-sponsored activity
- Defacing or otherwise injuring property that belongs to the school district (plus restitution for damages)
- Fighting at school or at school-sponsored activities
- Use or possession of dangerous objects (including fireworks)
- Use or possession of weapons
- Stealing or possession of stolen property (plus restitution)
- Cutting classes or in-school truancy
- Leaving campus without authorization
- Bullying, harassment, intimidation, or threats toward other students or staff members
- Action resulting in injury or endangerment of other students
- Other behaviors as determined by the principal
Expectations for behavior in the Library/Media Center
- Follow Media Center rules and guidelines.
Expectations for behavior in the Hallways and Walkways
- Do not run through the corridors or in or out of doorways.
- Move through the corridors in an orderly manner like ladies and gentlemen.
- Have a signed and timed pass from a teacher anytime you must be in the corridors while classes are in progress.
- Do not loiter in the restrooms.
- Take care of the restroom facilities and do not misuse them.
- In the auditorium or at special programs, be courteous and attentive.
Expectations for Conduct at Athletic Events
- Ocean Springs High School students, participants and spectators alike are expected to exhibit good sportsmanship and proper behavior at both home and away games in all sports.
- All school rules apply to athletic events, regardless of the site. Conduct at athletic events sanctioned by the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) is subject to guidelines set forth by the association and an approved school security plan has been approved.
Expectations for Conduct at Graduation Exercises
- Graduation from high school is both a memorable experience for students, families and friends, as well as a high point of honor for those involved and all school district personnel. The BOT recognizes the event as both a solemn occasion and a time of excitement due to the pride in personal achievement.
- Student conduct and dress shall be in keeping with the pride of achievement in the formal setting of the exercise. Conduct or attire that is embarrassing, humiliating or otherwise not in keeping with the occasion will not be tolerated.
- The successful completion of the graduation requirements entitles the student the option to participate in the graduation ceremony. The administration and BOT shall appropriately deal with unacceptable student conduct at graduation exercise on an individual basis. The School Board may consider the withholding of the graduation diploma, or take other appropriate action, where the conduct is disruptive to the graduation exercise. Caps and gowns may not be altered or modified. Caps will be given at graduation.
- Any student expecting to participate in the graduation ceremony must be present at the practice for the exercise. Any student absent from practice without permission of the Principal will not be allowed to participate in the ceremony. Only students who have completed all requirements can participate. In the spring, graduating seniors will receive specific instructions about commencement ceremonies.
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