Code of conduct

The parental code of conduct is a document attached to the model constitution. The document is a guide for all parents/carers of the local association about standards of behaviour that are acceptable as a member of the local P & F Association. These guidleines should be read at each AGM to remind members of this document and to pass the relevant motion to accept it as the code for the following year. 

Introduction

(                                                                                                                               ) is a Catholic School within the Arch/Diocese of (                                                             ) (You can insert here some information from the enrolment form and/or the School’s mission statement.)

This Code of Conduct is intended to provide school community Members with guidelines for the effective conduct of meetings and the development of positive relationships within the School community.

General Conduct

Community Members agree to;

a.                   Support the Principal and staff in the development of a Christ-centred learning community based upon the principles of Catholic doctrine;

b.                   Support the School’s policies developed in consultation with all stakeholders.

c.                   The Principal has the responsibility to implement these policies;

d.                   Accept responsibility for their child’s/children’s progress and work with the teaching staff to deal promptly with areas of concern;

e.                   Treat all Members of the School community with respect and courtesy; and 

f.                    Acknowledge and affirm success in individual and School achievement.

Conduct at Meetings

The regular Parents and Friends Association meeting is an opportunity for community Members to contribute to discussion on issues and to take decisions that will have a positive impact on the School community.

To ensure that this is carried out effectively, community Members agree to;

a.                   conduct activities in accordance with the Constitution of the P&F Association,

b.                   participate in P&F Association meetings and other community activities in a constructive manner and respect the views of others,

c.                   acknowledge that the decisions taken and actions proposed at the P&F Association meetings are representative of the majority of the School community,

d.                   adhere to the processes available to have issues addressed and decisions reviewed,

e.                   support the President and Members of the P&F Executive when they are required to make decisions on behalf of all parents in the School community, and

f.                    use appropriate conduct when participating in meeting discussions and promote positive personal relationships among community Members.

Conduct Unbecoming

If a community member is in breach of this code, the President of the P & F Association will meet with the Principal to decide appropriate action. The Principal’s decision will be final and binding on community Members.

ADOPTED ON:                                                                             [DATE]

(PRESIDENT)		(SECRETARY)