In North Bellmore we wish to create a safe learning environment emphasizing mutual respect for pupils, parents, teachers and school.

Discipline should be a process which fosters responsibility and caring for self and others. The discipline process should be firm, fair, positive and respectful of the child’s dignity. The concept of due process should be practiced and taught at all times, thus providing a lifetime model.

As adults, it is our responsibility to ask why a child is able or unable to successfully follow the rules. Based on our understanding of this child, we can then make a decision to offer a consequence or action, which will benefit both the child and the school community.

Each event is an opportunity for the child to learn right from wrong and how to be a successful member of our school community.

Cafeteria Behavior/Procedures

1. Pupils will enter the cafeteria in a single line and go directly to their assigned areas or tables.

2. Pupils may get up from their tables or be dismissed after obtaining permission to do so.

3. When the supervising adult gives directions for lining up, pupils will do so in an orderly manner. Pushing, “cutting”, shoving, etc. are dangerous behaviors and are not acceptable.

4. School voices and appropriate language should be used when talking with friends. Screaming and calling out will not be tolerated.

5. Pupils will clean all tables and areas near the table before leaving.

6. Pupils will wait for their teachers in a quiet and orderly manner.

1. Pupils are expected to walk quietly through the halls at all times.

2. Kicking, shoving and other forms of physical contact are not acceptable.

3. Pupils will respect work which is displayed throughout the building.

4. In order to avoid “traffic jams”, classes will walk on the right side of the hallway.

I have the right to expect the playground to be safe and fun. I have the right to use conflict mediation to settle my disputes.

It is my responsibility to use the playground area in the proper manner and to obey all safety rules. I have the responsibility to follow all instructions given by the supervising adult.

1. For safety reasons, pupils are not allowed to bring or use such items as baseballs, softballs, skate boards, roller blades, hockey sticks and lacrosse sticks during recess period. If there are any questions about equipment, pupils should check with the adults who are supervising.

2. Tackle football and other body contact sports may cause serious injury to a pupil and are not allowed at any time.

3. Pupils should use common sense on the slides and swings – one person at a time!

4. Pupils will remain in designated play areas.

5. In consideration of others who may still be working in their classrooms and for safety reasons, pupils should stay away from all classroom windows.

6. With the exception of approved playground equipment, no objects are to be thrown during recess.

7. Pupils are expected to use appropriate language while speaking to other students and adults.

I have the right to attend an assembly or performance without distraction or disturbing behavior.

As a member of the audience I have the responsibility to behave in an appropriate manner.

1. Listen quietly without talking.

2. Remain seated and focused on the performance.

3. Show your appreciation by clapping hands at the appropriate time.

Pupils will follow I Care Rules:

	We listen to each other.
	Hands are for helping not hurting.
	We use I Care Language.
	We care about each other’s feelings.
	We are responsible for what we say and do.

Pupils will follow Peace Scholar Rules:

	We cooperate for peaceful purposes.
	We speak with respect.
	We listen with an open mind.
	We act with kindness.
	We care about each other's feelings.
	We are responsible for what we say and do.
	We are responsible to use technology appropriately.