The document outlines discipline policies and procedures for ReNEW school. It defines minor and major infractions, as well as three levels of infractions ranging from minor to severe. Consequences are detailed for each level of infraction and aim to hold students accountable while also emphasizing teamwork and community. Parents are asked to review the policies which are intended to create a safe learning environment.

1. SCHOOL-WIDE DISCIPLINE POLICIES<br />Discipline<br />ReNEW seeks to create a learning environment where students feel safe and teachers can focus on raising the achievement levels of their students. To that end, the school will strictly enforce the expectations outlined in the ReNEW Student Expectations Form.<br />Teamwork is a core value at ReNEW. Many of the routines and rewards will emphasize the power of teamwork. Therefore, students must experience the consequences poor individual behavior can have on the team. To reinforce this idea, students can earn rewards for meeting the school’s expectations, and will face consequences for making poor behavior and academic choices. <br />Parents, please review the following policies for discipline at ReNEW. Our system is based on students being held responsible for their behavior choices. <br />Level 1: Minor Infractions Definitions (low intensity discipline to be handled by the teacher)<br />Inappropriate verbal language - Inappropriate language that is an honest mistake or just slips from the student

2. Physical contact - Non-serious contact, including but not limited to pushing in line, shoving, minor or irritating tapping or nudging.

3. Non-compliance - Brief or low-intensity failure or hesitation in response to a staff member’s directive. This includes but is not limited to sucking of teeth, gestures, delayed response, talking back.

4. Disruption - Low intensity disruption. This includes but is not limited to talking, noise making, tapping, or other disruptions to the learning environment or other situation.

5. Property misuse - Low intensity misuse of property. This includes making marks on desks, books, or fixtures that can be erased or cleaned off by the scholar.