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In September, 1994, St. Hilary of Poitiers School
instituted a PEACE PROGRAM. This PEACE PROGRAM became the philosophy of
our school. It is based on the principles taught by Jesus Christ. It
infiltrated every curriculum area and is our Discipline Code. This
non-violent approach touches every person in our school community. It
touches our principal, teachers, staff members, parents and students.
All are required to follow these principles of peace.
Armed with the knowledge that conflicts are
inevitable, teachers and students have been in serviced and are expected
to follow, conflict resolution skills. Good and healthy self esteem is
promoted through these skills. Children are taught to stand up for
themselves and not allow others to tease or bully them.
Respect, both in word and action, toward self,
others and environment is the primary principle of our PEACE PROGRAM.
Disrespect, both in word or action, toward self,
others or environment will simply NOT BE TOLERATED!!!
A respectful quiet is expected to be observed in
the hallways at all times.
This respectful quiet is also to be observed in
response to bells throughout the day.
This quiet enhances a sense of serenity throughout
the environment, thus promoting a sense of well being that will extend
to each other.
Privileges and Responsibilities
I have the privilege to be educated at St. Hilary
School between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 3:15 P.M. This means I have
the responsibility to be on time, attend all classes and stay on school
premises until being dismissed according to my parents' plans.
I have the privilege to use clean and neat
textbooks and library books. I have the responsibility to carry my
books in a school bag and keep them in good condition. I also have the
responsibility to take good care of library books and return them on
time.
I have the privilege to wear the uniform of St.
Hilary School. This means I have the responsibility to abide by the
Dress Code found in the Parent Handbook.
I have the privilege to be myself at St. Hilary
School. This means that no one will treat me unfairly because of my
color, my weight, my height or my gender. I have the responsibility to
treat others fairly and with respect.
I have the privilege to be safe at St. Hilary
School. This means that no one will hit me, kick me, push me, pinch me
or hurt me in any way. This also means that no one will hurt me with
mean words. I have the responsibility to make others feel safe with my
actions and words and to refrain from fighting and ALL physical
aggression.
I have the privilege to the security of my personal
property. This means that no one will take or use my belongings without
my knowledge or permission. I have the responsibility to respect what
belongs to me and to others.
I have the privilege to a healthy body and mind.
This means I will refrain from the use of tobacco, alcohol, drugs and
immoral conduct. I have the responsibility to treat my body with
respect and to understand that each person has the right to this same
treatment.
I have the privilege to use God's gift of food for
its intended purpose. THIS MEANS I EAT WHAT I'VE BEEN GIVEN WITH
RESPECT AND DIGNITY. I have the responsibility not to waste or damage
my food or the food of another and to refrain from the use of gum in any
manner.
I have the privilege to be heard at St. Hilary
School. This means that no one will yell, scream or shout at me or use
inappropriate language. I have the responsibility to speak to others
with respect instead of yelling, screaming or shouting at them and to
use appropriate language.
I have the privilege to come to a clean, neat, gum
and litter free St. Hilary School. This means that everyone will
protect school property and clean up after him or herself and help
others to do the same. I have the responsibility to keep the
environment clean, neat, gum and litter free and to refrain from any
vandalism.
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Peace Program
