Human Dignity Policy
The purpose of the policy “is to provide employees and students with a safe environment, free of offensive kinds of behavior, where everyone is surrounded by an atmosphere that strives for the upholding of each others’ respect and dignity.” We encourage all parents to review the policy summary with their student(s).
TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS HUMAN DIGNITY POLICY
1. Everyone at Timothy Christian Schools has a right to feel respected and safe. The school climate shall be one of respect, where every person’s dignity is honored. Consequently, we want you to know about our policy to prevent sexual or racial harassment and violence of any kind.
2. A harasser may be a minor or an adult. Harassment may include but is not limited to the following when related to sex, gender, age, race, or disability;
a. name calling jokes or rumors;
b. pulling on clothing;
c. graffiti;
d. notes or cartoons;
e. racial slurs; or
f. unwelcome touching of a person or his/her clothing.
3. If any words or actions make you feel uncomfortable or fearful, you need to tell a teacher, the principal, or a board member.
4. You are encouraged to make a written report using the school form (available from the school office) or your own paper. The completed report should be given to a teacher, the principal, or a board member.
5. If you give an oral report, it will be entered on a form by the person you told. The form is available from the school office. You will be asked to review and sign it.
6. Your right to privacy will be respected as much as possible.
7. We take seriously all reports of harassment and violence and will take all appropriate actions based on your report.
8. Timothy Christian will take action if anyone tries to intimidate you or take action to harm you because you have reported.
9. Timothy Christian considers false reports of harassment and retaliation equally inappropriate and will take all necessary actions in such cases.
10. This is summary of Timothy Christian Schools’ policy against harassment and violence. The complete policy is available in the school office upon request.
HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE ARE VIOLATIONS OF GOD’S WILL FOR HIS PEOPLE, IN ADDITION TO BEING AGAINST THE LAW.
