Student - Parent Handbook

Student Guidelines
It is our full intention that every student at HPBA enjoy himself, have fun, and take part in the activities available. However, all rules listed herein will help to make a better and safer school for students to attend. They are not written to satisfy anyone's ego or to create a dictatorship. We are here to guide and instruct the students, and we feel that the framework stated in this handbook will allow us to do this and everyone involved will benefit.

HPBA students are expected to abide by a certain code of conduct to maintain their relationship with the school. The staff expects each student to use language that is morally proper and constructive. All conduct in situations related to HPBA is expected to be of such character as to bring no unworthy reflections on the school. In all student situations, whether in or out of school, the school assumes that honesty and integrity will be exercised by each student. This code will guide the student in his respect for school property, in the taking of notes, completing class work, and in his general behavior during all school activities.

	1. Attendance at HPBA is a privilege, not a right. Constructive suggestions are always welcome. Anyone who will not cooperate spiritually, morally, or scholastically will be dismissed.
	2. It is necessary that a spirit of cooperation always exist between the home and the school. When a student or parent develops a negative h hostile attitude in such a manner that it makes a satisfactory relationship impossible, the student involved is subject to expulsion or appropriate disciplinary action.
	3. Students who experience academic problems will be given additional help or special training, if available.
	4. At times, students must have papers, report cards, etc., signed by a parent or guardian.
	5. Students are expected to show courtesy, consideration, and respect at all times to faculty members, office staff, custodians, visitors, and fellow students.
	6. The possession and/or use of alcoholic beverages, drugs, and tobacco products is not permitted. If it becomes known to the school that a student uses these items on or off campus, he/she may be expelled.
	7. No obscene literature or other questionable literature is permitted on campus.
	8. Radios, tape recorders, and computers will not be allowed without prior permission of teachers or principal.
	9. Annoying or dangerous items such as firearms, knives, water pistols, fire crackers, matches, etc., are not permitted on campus or at school functions.
	10. Students are not permitted to chew gum at school or at school sponsored activities.