Discipline at Saint James School is not meant to be punitive; rather, it is meant to create an atmosphere of order where a child can develop self-discipline.   An important part of education is acquiring the responsibility and maturity to become self-disciplined.   An important part of personal growth includes accountability for one’s actions and one’s words (both spoken and written).

Order is essential to the management of any school.   Ordinary discipline is the responsibility of each teacher and the basis of all discipline is mutual respect.   Parents need to openly support the efforts of the teachers in this area.   If a conflict occurs, the matter should be discussed privately between teacher and parent.   If a child hears disparaging remarks about a teacher, it would be difficult for him/her to return to class and view that teacher with respect.   Please call the office and make an appointment with the teacher if questions arise.

Parents may be asked to remove students from Saint James School if their conduct results in other children suffering, or a threat to their safety, or if their conduct is continually unacceptable and detrimental to the learning of others in the school community.

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