Code of Conduct and Expectations

Code of Conduct and Expectations

Attendance
Attendance should be considered a privilege and a responsibility for both teacher and students.
Regular student attendance is also critical due to the limited number of class times available.
However, it is HFEC’’s policy that students should be kept at home if they have symptoms of
illness. If your child is absent, it is his/her responsibility to call teachers regarding make-up
work.
Teachers with habitual absence may be asked to step down and their class will be subbed by
another teacher.

Classroom Behavioral Standards
Willing submission to the following standards is expected from each child. Your efforts to
support the teachers and to help uphold these standards will aid in a well-run and respected
program.
Students must respect the rights and properties of others and treat those in authority with
respect.
When talking, students should use an appropriate conversational tone.
Students should be punctual to class.
Students are expected to listen when others are speaking and raise hands for permission to
speak in class.
Writing and passing notes, tossing objects, and playing with irrelevant objects will not be
allowed in class. All electronic devices, such as cell phones, iPad, iPod, Tablets, Laptops, etc.
must be silenced or turned off and put away during class unless use is permitted by the teacher
for class.
Teachers, assistants, staff and other adult volunteers should be addressed with the appropriate
titles of respect, specifically Mr., Mrs., or Miss unless otherwise communicated.
The teachers may request additional classroom standards as needed.

Discipline
Each teacher establishes reasonable rules and discipline procedures for his/her class; however,
no form of corporal punishment will be allowed. Students need to clearly understand the
teacher’s expectations and the consequences of wrong behavior. If a child is deemed to be
involved in a breach of behavior during the program, requiring correction, the following
procedure(s) will be implemented:
Verbal Warning: If the offense is minor, the teacher may first give an oral warning.
First offense: The teacher will take the child quietly aside and discuss the nature of the
misconduct with him/her.

Second offense: The first step is followed and the teacher will contact the parent and arrange for
a conference between the teacher, Team Lead, and the parent.
Third offense: A conference with the student, parent, team lead, and program lead will occur. A
third incident may be grounds for expulsion from the class or program.
If a child is unable to bring his/her behavior under control, they may be removed from the
classroom and taken to a parent or HFEC Lead.
All teachers, students and families involved in the program are expected to conduct themselves
in a manner that reflects honor upon themselves, their family, New Hope Church, and
homeschooling.

Guests & Visitors in The Classroom
Guests are welcome to join during the enrichment times at church for visiting purposes only,
however, unregistered children are not permitted into classrooms. All children under the age of
18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times while on church grounds. Parents of enrolled
children may occasionally wish to sit in their child’s class and will be welcomed by the teacher.
We ask parents to notify teachers prior to sitting in.
Behavior standards within the church
Students should not run, yell or be disruptive while in the church building.
Students must not damage the church property. Parents will be financially responsible for
damage caused by their child, even if the damage is the result of an accident.
Good stewardship of all our property is a Biblical standard that is very important to us. All of us
must help keep the church and grounds clean and free of trash.
If your student or family abuses the church grounds – it can be grounds for dismissal from the
church and/or the program.
Children should be in a class or with a parent/guardian at all times.
There will be absolutely no rough housing or contact play between students within church
grounds. Our bodies belong to us and only us. Physical play and rough housing will not be
tolerated and will be addressed by the program.

Building Maintenance and Clean Up
The upkeep of the classroom is the responsibility of the teacher and the class. The teacher may
delegate responsibility in order to promote servant qualities in each student. Classrooms should
remain neat and clean. Teachers may need help with vacuuming, picking up trash, leaving
chairs under tables neatly, and wiping tables and white boards as necessary. All classrooms
must be in order before class is dismissed. Students will be asked to do only reasonable
cleaning.

 

Field Trips
Parents have the right not to allow their child to participate in field trips. The signed Field Trip
and Activity Permission/Waiver Form must be turned in before a student may participate.
Food and Lunchtime
There is a designated 1 hour lunch during our Thursday enrichment day. Parents are
responsible for bringing their students lunch & snacks if participating in our group lunch break.

Grievance Procedures
In order to problem-solve effectively, it is important to direct people to the proper person. Should
a student or parent experience disharmony with another student, family, teacher or
administrative person, he/she should follow the Matthew 18 principle for resolving conflict.
Please respect the confidentiality of all those involved and refrain from discussing the issues
with others. Specifically, the following steps need to be taken:
Go to the person with whom you have disharmony.
If not resolved, go to the person with a teacher or Team Lead.
If not resolved, bring the issue to the Program Lead.
If not resolved, bring it to the pastor of New Hope Church for mediation.
Enrichment classes will most likely be the perfect opportunity to train your children in these
principles regarding conflict resolution. All of the above must be done in love and with respect.

Physical Violence Policy
At Honey Frontier Enrichment Community (HFEC), we are committed to maintaining a safe,
respectful, and nurturing environment for all students and staff. Physical violence of any
kind—whether verbal or physical—will not be tolerated. Any incidents of physical violence or
serious altercations will be taken very seriously and addressed with a fair and consistent
accountability process.

 

Accountability and Responsibility
All parties involved in a physical altercation, regardless of the circumstances, must take
responsibility for their actions. Each individual is expected to reflect on their role in the situation
and engage in constructive dialogue with the other parties involved.
Physical violence will never be an acceptable response to how you feel or how someone else
makes you feel.

 

Potential Consequences for Physical Violence
Face-to-Face Apology:
Both parties involved will meet in person to offer a sincere, mutual apology.
This apology should reflect an understanding of each other’s wrongdoings and include an act of
reconciliation (e.g., writing a letter, recording a video, creating a card, or performing an act of
service).

Written Apology to HFEC Program:
A formal letter of apology will be required, acknowledging the seriousness of the situation and
reaffirming an understanding that violence is not acceptable within the HFEC program.

Volunteer Work:
A period of volunteer work may be assigned as a way to promote responsibility and empathy.
This could be within the HFEC community or in a way that benefits others.

Class Suspension:
Suspension from classes may be implemented for a defined period, depending on the severity
of the incident.

Repeat Offenses:
A second offense involving physical violence may result in removal from the HFEC program.
This decision will be made with careful consideration, always aiming for the best interests of the
student and the community.

Confidentiality and Respect
In the event of a physical altercation or grievance, it is critical that no one discusses the matter
with external parties. Gossiping or spreading rumors about such situations is strictly prohibited.
All matters of this nature should be handled directly with the HFEC program lead. We expect
every member of the HFEC community to handle these situations with maturity, confidentiality,
and respect.
Our goal is to foster a peaceful and positive learning environment for all. Through accountability,
reflection, and resolution, we aim to help each individual grow and learn how to navigate
conflicts in healthy, respectful ways.

 

Personal Items
HFEC is not responsible for any items lost or stolen. If distracting in the class, any personal
items brought to enrichment classes may be confiscated by the teacher and returned after
class.

 

Playground Policies
Parents desiring to let their children play on the indoor playground must supervise them. While
we do try to have parents monitoring between our enrolled families, they are not there to watch

children that they have not volunteered to be responsible for, and/or correct their behavior, but
to ensure the area is safe for them to play. It is the parent’s responsibility to monitor their
children. In keeping with New Hope and HFEC policy, play weapons, i.e.; guns, swords, etc. are
not permitted at HFEC.

 

Sweet Success Gazette
Please Keep up to date with our monthly Sweet Success Gazette for new events and
information. You can find all pertinent information on the Honey Frontier Enrichment Class
Facebook Page and website www.honeyfrontier.com. If you need to reach out to the program
please email to: honeyfrontierenrichmentclasses@gmail.com
At HFEC, we truly value each of you. We understand that life brings its own challenges, and we
all walk different paths. Know that we’re here to support you, not to add burdens. Our primary
goal is to foster balance for homeschool families, and this code of conduct is the objective in
achieving that. Think of it as the deep roots of a tree—providing stability and structure while
allowing us to work together with respect, understanding, and compassion, all within a
framework of healthy boundaries.