Discipline & Rules

Our primary task is the education of all pupils. We work hard to provide an atmosphere conducive to that purpose.

Discovery maintains a blend of accepting children as individuals while promoting a positive learning atmosphere. Students are taught to be responsible for their actions and are learning self-discipline, respect for others, and good citizenship. We use the underling Principles of Love and Logic in Our School: 1. mistakes are opportunities for learning, 2. relationships are key to great classrooms and great learning, 3. empathy is the foundation of great relationships, 4. People build strength through struggle, and 5. to develop great skills as a problem solver, we must practice. Love allows children to grow through their mistakes and successes. Logic allows children to learn from the consequences of their choice. Periodically throughout the year, our counselor will offer Parenting Classes based on the principles of Love and Logic. Specific information on discipline procedures is outlined in a separate handbook that will come home with the Rights and Responsibilities booklet from the District.

General Guidelines :

• Students will be courteous to others. Students are to obey and show proper respect to all adults who work at school and to their fellow students.
• School will be open for students' arrival at 8:45 a.m. Prior to that time supervision is not provided. PLEASE DO NOT DROP OFF STUDENTS BEFORE 8:45 A.M.
• Students are not to chew gum at school.
• Students are not to wear hats while inside the school building.
• The telephone may be used with teacher permission; however, it is not to be used to arrange social activities.
• All teachers, the principal, instructional assistants, office staff, custodian and food service people are responsible for pupil behavior. Their directions are to be followed.
• Upon arrival at school, pupils should go directly to their classroom and put lunches and personal belongings away.

Some basic rules:

• Students are not permitted to throw fir cones, sticks, rocks, sand, dirt or snowballs.
• Throwing these items is considered a very serious offense and may result in an immediate suspension.
• Fighting is not allowed.
• We discourage name calling, put downs, and any type of bullying behavior.
• Shoes with cleats are not to be worn at the school.
• Students must dress appropriately and are not to wear clothing associated with gang attire or that depicts alcohol or tobacco products. NO spaghetti strap shirts/dresses. Shorts should reach the end of fingertips when standing. Flip flops are OK in the classroom, but not on the playground or in P.E. class.
• Personal play things are discouraged. They often become broken or lost at school. The school will not be responsible for searching for lost or stolen personal items.

Your child's teacher will review additional playground rules.