LS Behavior Policy


We recognize the importance of acknowledging the developmental variations between preschool children and fourth graders.  We believe children learn by accepting responsibility for their actions and choices. Behavioral issues are handled on an individual basis, in accordance with the following process:

General Behavior Issues

  • Discussion involving student(s) and teacher or administrator.
  • Communication with parents, as appropriate.

Recurring Behavior Issues

  • Discussion involving student(s) and Lower School Dean/ Director.
  • Communication with parents.
  • Consequence, as appropriate.
  • Conference may be scheduled with parents, teacher, administrators and the student (if appropriate) to develop interventions, a support plan and/or recommendations.

Behavior Issues of Major Concern

  • Discussion involving student(s) and Lower School Dean/ Director.
  • Conference with parents (phone or on-site).
  • Interventions, support plan and/or recommendations developed.
  • Consequences may include early dismissal, in-school or out-of-school suspension, or expulsion from the school.

Issues of Major Concern include:

  • Aggressive physical behavior towards self or others.
  • Aggressive verbal behavior towards self or others.
  • Swearing or other inappropriate school language.
  • Destruction of school/student property.
  • Dishonest behavior (e.g., theft, lying, cheating, and plagiarism).
  • Bullying behavior.
  • Inappropriate use of computer technology.
  • Any form of racial or religious harassment.
  • Inappropriate touch, talk or act of sexual harassment.
  • Possession, distribution and/or use of chemicals and/or weapons.

Behavior issues of major concern will involve immediate action and consequences in order to maintain a safe learning community for all.