Honor Council

A System of Honor is essential in order for members of a community to work together in an atmosphere of trust. When there is an individual breach of honor, not only the educational process but also the moral fiber of a school community is threatened. Living in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect is a privilege not to be violated and not to be taken for granted.

A personal sense of honor ensures that a student can think for himself and share a sense of pride in his own work. Although it would be convenient and less complicated to concern ourselves solely with honor as it applies to academic work and testing, we must recognize that honorable conduct must pervade all of our actions and relationships with others. A student is accountable for his behavior first and foremost, and as a corollary, becomes a steward of the health of the school community. The student recognizes that it is in his best interest to guard jealously the safety and trust of that community.

The Honor Council is composed of seven students: three representatives from the senior class, two from the junior class, and one each from the sophomore and freshman classes. The Honor Council, supported by faculty and administration, hears cases in which a violation of the Honor Code is suspected and makes a written report with recommendations for further action by the administration. These responsibilities ensure that students take ownership of their Honor Code.