Oakleigh Greek Orthodox College

Student's Rights & Responsibilities


Student's Rights

I have the right to be treated with respect by everyone.

I have a right not to be laughed at, teased, abused or to have my feelings hurt.

I have the right to work and play safely.

I have the right not to be hurt by anyone else’s dangerous or careless behaviour.

I have the right to expect that the school will be a pleasant place.

I have the right to expect that the things I own will be safe at school.

I have the right to a clean, tidy, safe and comfortable school.

I have the right to be told the truth.

I have the right to explain my behaviour in a civil manner and to be listened to.

I have the right not to be disturbed by others during work or play.

I have the right to be respected and treated as an individual.

I have the right to a healthy lifestyle while at school.

I have the right to feel safe and secure while at school.

Student's Responsibilities

I have the responsibility to treat everyone with respect.

I have the responsibility not to laugh at, tease unkindly, abuse or hurt the feelings of others.

I have the responsibility to abide by the school rules and to play safely in supervised areas.

I have the responsibility not to hurt anyone else by dangerous or careless behaviour.

I have the responsibility to do everything I can to make sure the school will be a pleasant place.

I have the responsibility not to touch or damage the property of others or school property.

I have the responsibility to keep my school neat, clean, tidy and safe and to report any possible dangers.

I have the responsibility to be honest and truthful.

I have the responsibility to listen courteously while others are talking.

I have the responsibility to ensure that my actions do not disturb others at work or play.

I have the responsibility to respect the right of others to be different.

I have the responsibility to care for my own health.

I have the responsibility to behave sensibly while at school and on my way to and from school.

I have the responsibility to try to achieve my best in all School activities.