Spartanburg County School District 7 places the highest priority on providing a safe school environment that supports a positive educational experience for all students. The Board of Trustees, district/building level administration, and teachers maintain high expectations for student behavior. Parent support is needed to assist in shaping and guiding our student’s behavior in an effort to maintain a safe and orderly learning environment. It is the philosophy of the district to handle all student disciplinary matters at the lowest supervisory level possible and in the most reasonable manner possible.

The Student Behavior Code (Code of Conduct) provides procedures which support and enhance the learning environment. It is designed to encourage and foster positive social behavior, while establishing appropriate consequences for unacceptable behavior. Students and parents should carefully read the code of conduct so they will clearly know what is expected. The policy will be enforced on school property during regular school hours, as well as other times or places where teachers and school administrators have students under supervision. The times and places include, but are not limited to, all school sponsored programs, field trips, and athletic events.

Each year under the District's Code of Conduct Student Conduct Codes receive comprehensive review. Incorporating community members, parents, educational leaders and teachers from elementary, middle and high schools, and District Office professionals, a comprehensive code by grade level is established that shares the values of the school district and community at large.

The District is committed to fostering an environment that both promotes learning and prevents disruptions in the educational process. Accordingly, the District prohibits all forms of bullying, discrimination, harassment or intimidation. As provided in Board Policy JICFAA, students and parents may file a report of bullying, discrimination, harassment or intimidation by other students, employees of the District, or third parties involved in the school setting.

All reports should be filed with the principal or his or her designee. Reports may also be filed by a student’s parent. If the allegation is against the school’s administration, the student or parent should file a report directly with the District’s Parent Resource Representative. Anonymous reports may also be made.

• Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying - Board Policy

• Gavin's Law (Sexual Extortion) - Board Policy

• Anti-Harassment Statement