Pitman School District; Code of Conduct
Pre-K through 6th Grade
Mission: To prepare students for citizenship through learning, character and H.E.A.R.T.
Vision: “Go be great.”
Core Values:
- Honesty
- Empathy
- Accountability
- Respect
- Tenacity
Strategic Code of Conduct:
- I will always strive to embody our Pitman H.E.A.R.T. Core Values.
- I will be honest with my words and actions.
- I will respect others through kindness and empathy.
- I will learn from my mistakes and commit to do better.
- I will accept the consequences of my actions and strive to do better.
- I will model good behavior and lead humbly with an attitude of service to others.
- I will practice self-control and demonstrate fortitude.
- I will practice tolerance of others’ differences and treat them with dignity.
- I will honor our unique traditions by giving back to our community.
- I will persevere even when things are hard.
Response to Code of Conduct Infractions
Level 1 Behaviors |
Classroom Level Behaviors | Potential Teacher Actions |
- Not following expected classroom rules
- Off-task behavior
- Inappropriate/unkind language
- Leaving assigned area
- Calling out-disrupting teacher(s) or peers
- Use of unauthorized electronic devices/websites
- Insubordination/non-compliance
- Not having a safe body (hands to self)
| - Parent phone call
- Parent email
- Conference with student
- Apology restitution
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Positive reinforcement/praise for expected behavior
- Teach/reteach student expectations
- Behavioral contract
- Reflection assignment
- Loss of privilege(s)
- Calm down corner
- Teacher detention
- Verbal or written warning
- Referral to Administrator (after 3 infractions)
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Level 2 Behaviors |
Level 2 Behaviors | Potential Administrative Actions |
- Significant disruptive behavior
- Leaving assigned area/room
- Unsafe body including pushing, shoving, hitting, kicking or biting
- Inappropriate/unkind/disrespectful language or gesture
- Making false accusations
- Insubordination/non-compliance
- Theft
- Violation of dress code policy
- Inappropriate use of unauthorized electronic devices (cell phones, tablets)
| - Parent contact
- Conference with student
- Behavioral Contract
- Check in/Check out
- Reflection assignment
- Corrective restitution
- Referral to I&RS, counselor, CST, counselor or other
- Conference with parent/guardian
- After school detention
- In-school detention
- Loss of privileges/school events or field trips
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Level 3 Behaviors |
Level 3 Behaviors | Potential Administrative Actions |
- Leaving building/school grounds (eloping)
- Physical altercation
- Damage or vandalism
- Theft
- Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying (BOE policy)
- Possession of a toy weapon
- Possession of an authentic weapon
- Making threats
- Tampering with alarms, emergency phone calls
- Instigation to fight
- Physical aggression towards staff member
| - Parent contact
- Behavioral contract
- Reflection assignment
- Referral to I&RS, CST, counselor or other specialist
- Threat assessment as per district Crisis Manual
- Financial restitution (theft)
- Conference with parent/guardian/teacher
- Loss of privileges (including field trips, special events)
- Detention
- Suspension
- Expulsion
- Superintendent Contact
- Law Enforcement Contact
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We will follow progressive discipline, as per the administrator(s) discretion. Revised July 2026