Oak Hill Academy

The essence of good discipline is RESPECT.
The 13 principles of the code are:
1. Treat everyone equally with respect and treat each other with common courtesy
2. Be courteous
3. Be ready to communicate
4. Encourage others and share your expertise with them
5. Give and accept constructive criticism
6. Be receptive to change
7. Be a team player
8. Get involved
9. Have a positive attitude
10. Be honest and accept responsibility
11. Recognize other people’s priorities
12. Strive to do your best
13. Respect diversity of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, physical and mental abilities, age, opinion and sexual orientation
Respect for authority
- Listening carefully and quietly.
- Being on time, prepared, and ready to learn.
- Accepting personal responsibility for your actions.
- Being positively responsive to requests of adults and peers.
Respect for others
- Communicating in a polite, supportive and friendly manner.
- Taking into account the needs and feelings of others as well as your own.
- Allowing others to enjoy their personal space and property.
Respect for self
- Using proper dress and language.
- Behaving safely.
- Keeping your word.
Respect for rules
- Obeying the policies of Oak Hill Academy
- Considering the spirit of a rule in making decisions.
- Realizing that different situations create different expectations.

All members of the Oak Hill Academy community of learners pledge to follow our Code of Respect in every way.

Code of Respect – Community of Kindness