The school year starts with a focus on school community rules. The Student Handbook contains a conduct code section that describes student responsibilities, violations, and consequences. Parents are encouraged to review the handbook with their child at home. School rules for the classroom and common areas are also discussed at the beginning and throughout the school year. The principal visits each classroom and discusses serious violations such as threats, weapons, and physical aggression.
Safety continues as a focus throughout the school year.
Routine drills are conducted in case of an emergency such as a bus accident, fire, tornado, and violent or threatening behavior. A school-based Crisis Management Plan is a ready reference for how to deal with emergencies in school or on the school campus. The Crisis Management Team comprised of selected staff members is available to assist in these emergencies. Students at all grade levels are instructed and encouraged to use the school wide six-step conflict resolution model for solving problems. Numerous procedures are in place to protect students from intruders.