Code of Conduct & School Rules

MS54 Code of Conduct

Absences
  • Respect yourself, respect others and take responsibility for all your actions.
  • Always try to do your best in representing your school and community.
  • Adhere to all safety protocols. Never do anything that physically or emotionally hurts another person.
  • Never do anything that interrupts the learning of your peers.
  • Communicate positively, maturely and clearly.
If your child is going to be absent, please send an e-mail to absent@ms54.org or call (212) 678-2861.

SCHOOL RULES

Disciplinary action is based on the NYC Citywide Standards of Intervention & Discipline Measures. The Discipline Code will be strictly enforced.  Parents and Students should also be familiar with rules and policies found in the Chancellor's Regulations.
  1. Report bullying and inappropriate behavior to adults to protect yourself and others.
  2. Arrive on time to avoid missing work. Bring an excuse note when absent or late.
  3. You must have permission or an escort to leave your classroom.
  4. Follow social distancing and traffic markers inside and outside of the classroom.
  5. Use up and down staircase to help maintain safety.
  6. Line up single file along the designated area to allow traffic flow and proper social distancing.
  7. Congregating or meeting in the hall or stairs creates a danger.
  8. Running, pushing and horseplay are prohibited as it is dangerous.
  9. Loud, obscene and offensive language is unacceptable as it is rude, disrespectful, and disruptive.
  10. Book bags, note books, or electronic communication with inappropriate messages or images regarding other students is prohibited.
  11. Keep the school clean and orderly as it represents our school tone and reduces pest issues.
  12. The school is not responsible for equipment locked up outside of the school.
  13. Personal property is a student’s responsibility and should be secured at all times.
  14. Jumping to touch the ceiling, light fixtures, door frames or other objects is prohibited.
  15. Respond in a respectful manner to the directives of all teachers and staff in the building.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please read the Cell Phone Policy.