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Administrative Regulation Descriptor code: JCDA-R(1)
Atlanta Public Schools
Student Code of Conduct 2022-2023
Expectations and Responsibilities
Atlanta Public Schools has constructed school discipline policies that are aimed at creating a positive environment that supports the social and emotional development of students, and teaches non-violence and respect for all members of the school community. Our approach to discipline reflects our desire to understand and address the causes of behavior, resolve conflicts, repair harm done, restore relationships, and successfully reintegrate students into the school community. The incorporation of expectations and responsibilities in our discipline framework creates transparency for stakeholders to embrace the expectations and responsibilities that are unique to them.
Students May Expect:
• To receive a free high-quality public education
• To be safe at school
• To be treated courteously and respectfully
• To bring complaints or concerns to the school principal or staff for
resolution
• To tell their side of the story before receiving a consequence
• To be told the reason(s) for any disciplinary action verbally and in
writing
• To be given information about appealing disciplinary actions
• To express opinions, support causes, and discuss issues
Student Responsibilities:
• To read and become familiar with this Code of Conduct
• To attend school daily, prepare for class, and complete class and
homework assignments to the best of their ability
• To know and follow school rules and instructions given by the
school principal, teachers, and other staff
• To tell school staff about any dangerous behavior or bullying
that occurs at school, on the way to and from school, or in the
community
• To treat everyone in the school community with respect
• To respect school property, community property, and the property
of others
Parents/Guardians May Expect:
• To be actively involved in their child’s education
• To be treated respectfully by all APS employees and staff
• To access information about APS (Board) policies and procedures
• To be notified promptly if their child is disciplined for inappropriate or
disruptive behavior and informed of the consequences assigned • To appeal disciplinary actions taken by the student disciplinary
hearing officer
• To receive information about their child’s academic and behavioral
progress
Parent/Guardian Responsibilities:
• To read and become familiar with this Code of Conduct
• To make sure their child attends school regularly, on time, and to notify
the school before the school day begins if their child is absent
• To give the school accurate and current contact information and inform/
update that contact information when and if it changes
• To tell school officials about any concerns or complaints respectfully
and in a timely manner
• To work with the school principal, teachers, and other staff to address
any academic or behavioral concerns regarding their child
• To talk with their child about the behavior expected in school
• To support their child’s learning and school activities at home
• To be respectful and courteous to all APS employees and staff • To respect other students’ privacy rights
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