This Honor Code builds on the School Board’s Policy IKB, which states that, the student is the center and heart of the learning process. Therefore, students are expected to assume responsibility for their own learning. They will work in partnership with the instructor and peers and contribute to classroom activities and discussions. They will complete all assignments according to instructor specifications, deadlines, and evaluation criteria. Additionally, they will revisit work in a timely manner when standards and expectations are not achieved. As part of this process, students will play an active role in monitoring their own progress…”
We believe it is necessary to have in place standards and expectations to which students will be accountable throughout the learning process.
In our efforts to align with ACPS School Board Policy concerning the Five “High Yield” College Competencies (Policy IKB and Regulation IKB-R), students will need to be instructed in how to identify issues of academic dishonesty (plagiarism, cheating) and how to avoid them.
In creating a culture of college and career readiness, the ACPS community believes it is the responsibility of the faculty and leadership to prepare students to be ethical in the production of their work.
Additionally, we believe students must develop a level of accountability that will be expected at ACPS schools, their place of future employment, and college. Our hope is to develop well rounded students who are prepared to succeed beyond the walls of ACPS. Failure to adhere to ethics in the production of student work can result in dismissal from employment and expulsion from college.