Honor Code
The School has adopted an Honor Code which emphasizes honesty and integrity, as well as the virtues of respect, responsibility, and servanthood. Students promise not to lie, intentionally deceive, cheat, or steal. By daily upholding this code, they contribute to an atmosphere of trust among the members of the School community.
The Honor Code reinforces the utmost importance of: respect for one's own person, respect for other people in the community, and respect for the property of the school and the property of others.
Prior to the beginning of every new school year, every student must re-read and sign it. The Honor Code is upheld by the Honor Board composed of five seniors and two juniors. It is led by the Head Prefect and is advised by the Director of Student Life. The members of the Board are elected by their peers and the faculty for their integrity and example of character within the community. If a student is suspected to have violated the Honor Code, he or she is summoned to an Honor Code hearing, where he or she is questioned by the Board. The student may bring an adult advocate who can speak about his or her character. After hearing the case, the Board deliberates and recommends an appropriate disciplinary action to the administration.
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