Stuart Schools Philosophy

The philosophy of the Stuart Public Schools is based upon the following general rules:

 

* Stuart citizens have rights and responsibilities, as classroom citizens have rights and responsibilities.

* The student does not divest himself of his constitutional rights on entering the school building.

* So long as a student does not disrupt the educational process, impose upon, endanger or deprive others of their rights, the student will enjoy his freedom of expression, orderly assemble, privacy of person and freedom from discrimination.

* Fair and reasonable procedure will be followed to assure the students' rights.

* The student needs to recognize that to maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning, the reasonable exercise of authority by school officials is necessary.

* All persons connected with our schools must demonstrate respect for the rights of the student, and students must accept their responsibility toward others and toward the school system.

* Rules of discipline are guidelines for behavior, so that all may know what is expected of them in the school community.

* All persons connected with our schools must take responsibility for their own actions and realize they are in control of their own destiny.