Code of Student Behavior

Our code of student behavior, which is based on Jewish tenets, directs our interaction with each other.  The following behavior is expected of all students in Religious School:

• Respect each other and accept individual differences.
  "Who deserves respect?  Someone who respects others."  (Ethics of our Fathers 4:1)

• Behave honestly.
  "Stay away from dishonesty."  (Exodus 23:7)

• Show thoughtfulness, consideration and appreciation.
  "Greet every person cheerfully."  (Ethics of Our Fathers 1:15)

• Listen respectfully to others.
  "Who is wise?  Someone who learns from every person." (Ethics of Our Fathers 4:1)

• Take responsibility for the safety of yourself and others.
  "All Jews are responsible for each other." (Talmud, Shavuot 39a)

• Use respectful language.
  "Death and life can depend upon the tongue." (Proverbs 18:21)

• Resolve differences in an appropriate way.
  "Seek peace and pursue it." (Psalms 24.15)

• Make amends if you hurt others.
  "The wrongdoer must make peace with the injured person and ask that person's pardon."  (Mishneh Torah, Repentance 2:9)

• Respect each other's joys and support each other in times of need.
  "You shall love your fellow person as yourself."  (Leviticus 9:18)

• Share in each other's joys and support each other in times of need.
  "You shall love your fellow person as yourself."  (Leviticus 9:18)

• You are an important part of our community!  You do make a difference!
  "Do not keep yourself apart from the community."  (Ethics of Our Fathers 2:5)