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Code of Conduct

In order for our students to receive a high quality standards-based education, it is important and expected that all students adhere to this Code of Conduct.

The students at Topanga are expected to follow “The 3 Bs”:

BE SAFE!

  • Know your full name, address and telephone numbers.

  • Follow the rules in the restrooms, playground, cafeteria and classroom.

  • Walk at all times on campus unless engaged in recess or P.E. activities.

  • Always travel in pairs on campus.

  • Use crosswalks when appropriate. Students should only be dropped off and picked up at the designated locations.

BE RESPONSIBLE!

  • Behave in a manner that does not interfere with the rights of other students to learn.

  • Use kind words and actions. Play fairly, include everyone, and be a team player.

  • Respect property and equipment – yours and others.

  • Take lost and found items to the designated “lost and found” location. Only take items from the lost and found that belong to you. Valuables should be taken to the main office.

BE RESPECTFUL!

  • Be honest and accept responsibility for your actions.

  • Be prepared to learn. Have your pencils, paper, books and completed homework with you daily.

  • Always play in designated play areas. Stay away from unsupervised areas.

  • Avoid walking through the school’s parking lot for any reason.

  • Food and drink served by the cafeteria staff may not leave the cafeteria area.

  • Candy, gum, soda, toys, collection cards, electronic games are not allowed on campus.

  • Use restroom facilities and drinking fountains appropriately.

  • Cell phones may not be turned on during the school day. Cell phones will be taken from students who use them during the school hours. Staff persons will give confiscated cell phones to an administrator who will store it until a parent retrieves it.​​

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STUDENT EXPECTATIONS FOR LEARNING

  1. I will come to school to learn and will do my best every day.

  2. I will treat fellow students the way I would like to be treated.

  3. I will listen to and respect my teachers and school staff.

  4. I will respect school property. 

  5. I will take care of my books and materials. 

  6. I will keep my school supplies and materials organized. 

  7. I will complete all homework assignments on time. 

  8. I will ask questions if I do not understand. 

  9. I will bring a note from my parents if I have been ill or tardy. 

  10. I will arrive at school on time and be ready to learn.

Student, by reading the Expectations for Learning, you agree to make this a great school year for your teachers, your fellow classmates, the school staff, and YOU!