As my child’s most important educator, I understand that I teach my child best by my own example of reverence, responsibility, and respect. I ask St. Austin Catholic School to assist me in forming my child as a disciple of Jesus Christ. I understand that my child’s teacher is a dedicated professional who makes many sacrifices to teach in a Catholic school. In order to show my cooperation, support, and thankfulness…
- I will ensure that we pray daily as a family and attend Mass as a family on weekends.
- I will have my child in school on time every day with the necessary school supplies andappropriate dress.
- I will monitor my child’s telephone, computer, and television use, as well as movies and magazines my child views or sees.
- I will not tolerate vulgar, sarcastic, or catty language from my child or bullying, violent, or aggressive speech or behavior. I will set a good example in my own speech and behavior.
- I will show respect for the teacher and any other adult in authority in front of my child at all times, regardless what I may think of their actions or say to them in private.
- I will never lie to the pastor, the principal, or the teachers to protect my child from the consequences of his/her behavior.
- I will stop rumors. I will go to through the proper channels when I have a problem.
- I will speak respectfully and with kindness and courtesy to other parents in front of students, especially when there is any disagreement.
- I will speak to the teacher or adult in charge before I accept my child’s version of an incident. I know the good of all children comes before my child’s needs or wants.
- I will follow the school’s rules, calendars, deadlines, and expect my child to do the same even when I may disagree.
- I will build a bridge of acceptance and understanding, and expect my child to do the same, among the different cultures represented at St. Austin Catholic School.
With the example of the Holy Family and the help of God, I will abide by this code of conduct while my child is enrolled at St. Austin Catholic School.
The St. Austin Catholic School Code of Conduct was developed to promote a Christian learning environment based on respect for the rights of students, teachers and parents. Students learn best when they are free of interference by others and know what is expected of them. Teachers are most effective when they use a consistent approach to student behavior and know that the administration and parents support their handling of students. Therefore, parents and students both need to be aware of these rules and their relationship to the rights of other persons in the school.