CONSEQUENCES
What happens if a pupil does not follow the code of conduct?
Young people who fail to follow the code of conduct will be given a warning in the first instance. Thereafter, depending on the seriousness of the problem, the following sanctions may be used:
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A temporary move of seat in class.
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A permanent move of seat in class.
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A demerit. (Guidance staff monitor the number of merits and demerits received by pupils on a weekly basis and take appropriate action)
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Time out.
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An indiscipline referral. In this case the teacher will make an electronic referral to the Guidance teacher or to the Year Head if there is a serious concern. Sanctions associated with indiscipline referrals are as follows:
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Detention at the morning interval, for part of lunchtime or after school.
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A punishment exercise
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Temporary exclusion from class to the class of the Principal Teacher
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Telephone contact with parent / carer to share concern /information
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A formal meeting with the pupil and their parent / carer
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Issue of a monitoring timetable where teachers note comments on behaviour and effort. This is signed by the parent / carer each night and checked by the Year Head on a daily or weekly basis to monitor progress.
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Temporary exclusion from normal timetabled classes to the Pupil Support Department
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Temporary exclusion from school.