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School Policy

The Ukrainian School of Knowledge (USKNW) is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment for all students. Our school policy outlines the expectations for student behavior and academic performance.

Student Code of Conduct

1. General Principles

  • A student of the Ukrainian Studies School is a worthy representative of the Ukrainian community and treats the school, teachers, classmates, and themselves with respect.

  • Our school life is built on respect, kindness, understanding, discipline, and Christian values.

  • We remember that each of us is part of a large Ukrainian family.

2. Behavior During Classes

  • A student does not miss classes without a valid reason. If necessary, parents must notify the homeroom teacher.

  • A student arrives on time, neat, and prepared.

  • A lesson is a time for learning: students must not interrupt the teacher, eat, chew gum, shout, laugh without reason, or distract others.

  • We listen attentively and ask questions politely and respectfully.

  • No inappropriate jokes, mockery, or humiliation of others are allowed.

  • Each student is responsible for keeping their workspace tidy.

  • Students must remove head coverings (caps, hats, hoods) while inside the school building. This is a sign of respect for teachers, classmates, and the learning environment. Wearing a head covering indoors is permitted only in exceptional cases:

    • for medical reasons;

    • for religious reasons;

    • if required by a uniform or special activity.
      Parents are encouraged to support this rule at home, as removing head coverings indoors is a common cultural tradition and a sign of good manners.

3. Use of Phones and Electronic Devices

  • Phones must be turned off or set to silent mode during lessons.

  • Students are not allowed to use a phone without the teacher’s permission.

  • It is prohibited to photograph, record, or distribute any images of other students, teachers, or school staff without their consent.

  • Violating this rule is a serious breach of ethics and privacy.

4. Language of Communication

  • At school, we communicate in Ukrainian.

  • We ensure our speech is polite, clear, and friendly.

  • Rudeness, quarrels, insults, or threats are not allowed.

5. Relationships Between Students

  • All students are equal regardless of nationality, background, skin color, gender, or religion.

  • Any form of discrimination, racism, or bullying is strictly prohibited.

  • We do not respond to insult with insult—revenge, humiliation, or fighting are unacceptable.

  • If a conflict arises, a student must report it to a teacher or administration rather than resolving it through aggression.

6. Behavior Outside the Classroom

  • We behave politely in hallways, the cafeteria, the schoolyard, the church, and during events.

  • We do not shout, run indoors, or create dangerous situations.

  • We do not leave the school grounds (without parental approval) during school hours.

  • We keep the school clean and take care of school property.

7. Responsibility

  • Every student is responsible for their words, actions, and behavior.

  • If a mistake is made, we acknowledge it, apologize, and learn from it.

  • We remember that the honor of the school is the honor of every student.

  • Each student must record and complete homework assignments and bring notebooks, textbooks, and necessary supplies.

8. Patriotism and Spirituality

  • We love Ukraine and honor its language, culture, traditions, and faith in God.

  • We gratefully preserve Christian values: love, mercy, truthfulness, and kindness.

  • We strive to be an example for others—at school, at home, and in the community.

Remember!

You are a student of the Ukrainian Studies School.
Your behavior, words, and actions show who you are and what culture and faith you belong to.
Respect yourself, others, and your school — and you will always be respected in return.

These Rules apply to all students and are mandatory throughout the school premises and during all school-organized activities.

Disciplinary and Educational Measures

If a student violates the School Code of Conduct or the School Statute, the following disciplinary and educational measures may be applied as outlined in the School Statute:

1. Verbal Warning

Used for first-time or minor violations.
The student receives a brief, clear warning from a teacher or the administration.

2. Preventive Conversation

Held individually with the student.
The consequences of the behavior are explained, emphasizing responsibility and possible next steps.

3. Written Note in the Student’s Planner / Internal System

The teacher records the violation in writing.
Parents are informed verbally or in writing.

4. Written Explanation by the Student

The student writes a short explanation of their behavior.
This helps analyze the situation and understand responsibility.

5. Notification and Meeting with Parents

The administration or teacher contacts the parents to discuss the issue and plan corrective measures.

6. Temporary Restriction from Certain Classes or School Activities

Used for repeated violations or serious disrespect.
The student may temporarily lose the privilege of participating in clubs, events, or class activities.

7. Internal “Disciplinary Hour”

The student stays after school under supervision to complete useful tasks or reflective assignments (e.g., writing an apology letter).

8. Conditional “Behavior Contract”

Signed by the student, parents, and administration.
It defines specific violations, behavioral expectations, the contract duration, and consequences for non-compliance.

9. Temporary Suspension from Attending the Ukrainian Studies School

Applied only in cases of serious or repeated violations, such as:

  • bullying, humiliation, aggression;

  • sharing photos/videos of students without permission;

  • racial or other forms of discrimination;

  • intentional damage to property or safety threats.
    A student may be suspended for 1–4 school Saturdays depending on the administration’s decision.

10. Removal from the School (Exceptional Case)

Used only when all previous measures have failed and the student’s behavior poses a continuing threat to safety or the educational process.

Additional Principles

  • The purpose of disciplinary measures is education, not punishment.

  • Each case is considered individually, taking age and circumstances into account.

  • Parents are fully informed of any decisions.

  • Harsh, humiliating, or offensive disciplinary methods are unacceptable.