The mission of Vanguard Classical School is to facilitate optimal individual academic achievement and character development through a rigorous, content-rich, inclusive learning environment.
Vanguard Classical School was founded on ten core philosophies. One of those philosophies is that a Code of Conduct, consistently and equally followed, will ensure a structured, safe learning environment. To that end, Vanguard Classical School will require that all persons involved with the school (students, teachers, administrators, staff, parents, and volunteers) adhere to certain standards of conduct.
1. Character – Students, parents, teachers, administrators, staff, and volunteers will model, by their words and actions, the cornerstones of character of Vanguard Classical School.
2. Academic Integrity – Students are expected to be honest in word and actions. Cheating will not be tolerated. Each student will respect the school’s learning environment and will not interfere with another student’s opportunity to learn.
3. Dress Code – Basic standards for dress and personal appearance are cleanliness and neatness. Students will adhere to the uniform dress code. All who enter the school should be dressed appropriately to reflect the importance of and a respect for education.
4. Homework – Homework is a fundamental part of our academic program. Students are responsible for turning in homework complete and on time. Make-up work should be completed in a timely fashion as required by the teachers.
5. Attendance – Students are expected to attend school consistently and to be on time. Frequent absences will impact a students’ progress. Classes start promptly at 7:55 am. Students must be signed in at the office if arriving late.
6. Conduct - To effectively accomplish our mission and goals, it is necessary for the educational environment to be safe and free from unnecessary disruption. VCS students are expected to be well behaved at all times, respecting themselves, others, and property. Each student will bear the responsibility for his or her own conduct. All directions and reasonable requests made by school personnel are to be followed when given with a positive attitude. Students are expected to communicate in an acceptable tone of voice using an acceptable vocabulary.
7. Parental Involvement – By choosing to enroll your student in Vanguard Classical School, you agree to the partnership between home and school. Please find the necessary time, energy, and resources to devote to your student’s education. Vanguard has established four involvement standards toward the successful student/parent/school partnership.
a) The parent(s)/guardian(s) will attend the parent/teacher conferences held twice each school year per student.
b) The parent(s)/guardian(s) will attend at least one (1) informational meeting.
c) Parent(s)/guardians(s) should provide a time and place free from distractions for the student to complete his or her homework, provide support as needed, and communicate any concerns to the teachers.
d) All families are encouraged to attend and/or participate in school-wide activities and are encouraged to participate on school committees or in other volunteer activities as they are able.
8. Traffic Safety – Drivers and students will abide by the traffic policies set by the school. Failure to do so not only compromises the safety of students but also undermines, in a direct and visible way, the values we are teaching our students, including respect and responsibility. Drivers are to set the example of obedience to rules.
In support of Vanguard Classical School, I commit to abide by these standards.
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