CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT

We deem that a behavior as inappropriate if it negatively impacts the Meyers Institute for College Preparation and Georgetown University in the pursuit of its mission and the broader community in which we interact.

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR      | print version |                                    

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1. Being a good student means you show respect yourself, your classmates, and your teachers as well as program administrators.
2. Be on time and ready to work.

• If you are late, enter the classroom quickly and quietly.
• Remove your coats and hats prior to entering; store backpacks underneath the desk.
• You must be ready to work. This means that you must have a notebook, pens, and pencils out and ready on desk.

3. Raise your hand and be acknowledged before you speak.

• Wait to be recognized by the teacher before answering a question.

4. Remain in your seat until the class period has ended unless other instructions are given.
5. Restroom privileges are limited to break between classes. If you absolutely need to use the restroom, then you must raise your hand to get permission from the teacher to exit the classroom.
6. No sleeping or slouching will be tolerated. Sit upright in your seat.
7. Pay close attention to the lesson being taught and work independently on all assignments unless you are instructed otherwise.
8. Bring homework on the due date.
9. Make-up all missed classroom and homework assignments. Arrangements for make-ups are the responsibility of the student.

INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR

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1. Refrain from all forms of disruptive behavior including, but not limited to talking when you have not been recognized by the teacher, pencil tapping, note passing, etc.
2. Refrain from the use of abusive and vulgar language.
3. Do not deface or destroy desks, walls or program equipment.
4. Respect your property as well as that of the university.
5. Refrain from dishonest behavior, which includes stealing, cheating, plagiarism, threatening a student, teacher, program assistant, or program administrator.
6. Refrain from all gum chewing, eating and drinking during classroom instructions.

NON-CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR

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1. Maintain safe behavior and obey posted signs in other utilized program space such as GUTS Shuttle, Yates Field House, Leo O’Donnovan Dinning Hall, etc.

DRESS CODE AND PERSONAL ELECTRONICS AND EQUIPMENT

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1. Students are expected to take pride in their appearance.

• Students are expected to dress appropriately and in good taste. Attire must not detract from learning
• No hats are to be worn inside any building.
• Cell phones and other electronic devices ARE NOT allowed during the operation of the program and especially during class. Cell phones must be turned off during class time! MICP HAS A 3-STRIKE RULE REGARDING THE USE OF CELL PHONES AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES DURING CLASS INSTRUCTION: 1st Offense: student will be warned to put away the device; 2nd Offense: the device will be confiscated for the day; 3rd Offense: the device will be confiscated and can only be retrieved by a parent/guardian after setting up a meeting with an MICP Program Coordinator.Cell phone use is for emergencies only! Cell phones should only be used outside of class and outside of program time, e.g. during breaks between individual classes.

2. IPods, PSPs, CD/MP3 players, computer games, and toys should be left at home.

MICP DRESS CODE
Goals:

• To have a comfortable and productive learning environment free of distractions
• To promote hygiene, safety, and a healthy body image for all
  • To create a respectful and supportive atmosphere both on and off campus
• To display ourselves as proud members of our families, schools, neighborhoods, Meyers Institute for College Preparation, and Georgetown University

SANCTIONS
Including but not limited to any combination of the following:

• Opportunity to self-correct
• Verbal warning to student
• Document in case file
• Call to parent or guardian
• Bar from participation in activity or privilege
• Student sent home
• Suspension from Saturday Academy or Summer Institute

TRANSPORTATION

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1. Those students who use the Georgetown University Shuttle from Metro stops or from Ronald H. Brown Middle School must adhere to rules of the Georgetown University Transportation Service. Failure to do so will result in not being able to ride the GUTS bus (http://otm.georgetown.edu)

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

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1. Parents, guardians and school personnel can visit classes with the permission of the Executive Director or other appropriate program administrator.
2. Parents/guardians should provide written documentation to the appropriate MICP administrator regarding an anticipated absence. During the Summer Institute, students should provide a written note from parent/guardian to the respective program coordinator regarding an anticipated absence; this note should be provided at least three days prior to the class absence. In the fall and spring semesters, students should provide a written note of absence for the Saturday Academy at least one week before the anticipated absence.

GROUNDS FOR TERMINATION and/or LOSS OF SCHOLARSHIP

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As a Catholic and Jesuit University, Georgetown University stands for human dignity and worth of every person. Therefore, we believe in values that foster the human respect needed for people to live, work, study, and recreate together as a community. Rules and regulations provide the basis for a reasonably ordered and civil environment. The following regulations and prohibitions are necessary to protect the common good. Their violation may result in termination from the program and/or the loss of potential scholarships. The GU MICP code is aligned with Georgetown University Honor Code.

You may access the student and academic conduct policies through the following links:

The Honor Code at http://gervaseprograms.georgetown.edu/honor/system
Georgetown University Code of Student Conduct at http://studentconduct.georgetown.edu;
Student Affairs Policies at http://studentaffairs.georgetown.edu/policies.html.

CATEGORIES OF VIOLATIONS

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This following violations may result in a Sanctions up to Termination/Expulsion from the program. Each incident will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

➢ Academic Integrity Violations: Plagiarism, copying, offering, and/or receiving unauthorized assistance or information in examinations, tests, quizzes, in the writing of reports, assigned papers, or special assignments are examples of violations. Statements of untruth, spoken or written, regarding circumstances relative to academic work or any action that destroys/alters the work of another student are also considered academic integrity violations.

➢ Classroom Behavior: The instructor has the ultimate control over classroom behavior and can dismiss any student engaged in disruptive behavior. In consultation with program staff the student will be handed over to another program staff. In the event such action is necessary, the instructor should immediately report the incident to the MICP Staff. This may result in a

➢ Absenteeism/Tardiness: Absences are NOT allowed unless there is an emergency situation or prior approval in writing for legal guardian/parent. Lateness to class is not accepted. Following three unexcused tardies, a penalty will be imposed.

➢ Disorderly and Irresponsible Conduct: Disruption of operations of the University (classes, programs, services, etc.), harassment of an individual or group, using abusive, obscene, vulgar, loud, or disruptive language, and sexual harassment constitutes disorderly conduct.

➢ Apartment/Residence Hall Violations: Excessive noise of any kind, unauthorized guests, theft, pets, vandalism, failure to follow the directions or intentional disrespect of a Resident Advisor (RA) represents a violation.. (This applies to summer residential students only).

➢ Vandalism: Maliciously destroying, damaging or misusing public or private properties, and littering (i.e. throwing, dumping or depositing trash in areas other than designated containers) are examples of vandalism. If damages or vandalism occurs in the classrooms or residential halls during the summer program for rising seniors, then the students will be given a written notification that they have 24 hours for someone to either assume responsibility, or to be turned in to the MICP office. If a student does not claim responsibility for the incident or provides an adequate explanation for the vandalism after 24 hours, all students will be held responsible and punished.

➢ Weapons: Possession of weapons including, but not limited to firearms of any kind, knives, devices used for the practice of martial arts, and ammunition is strictly prohibited.

➢ Drugs/Alcohol: Students are expected to comply with all state, local and federal laws regarding drugs and alcohol. The purchase, possession, consumption (being under the influence), distribution, and transportation of drugs or alcohol are prohibited. This includes but is not limited to the possession of drug paraphernalia, such as bongs, pipes, masks, spoons, blunts, and other instruments intended for the use of drugs.