Discipline is necessary for the welfare of the student, as well as, the entire school. Proverbs 12:1 tells us that if “ we love discipline we love knowledge.” Learning does not take place in a classroom where there is no discipline.


Students are reminded to adhere to a code of good conduct not only for their own benefit, but for the benefit of others as well as partners in Christian education, DPHS expects cooperation from both students and parents.


This guideline in the class is shared with the Spirit of love. In Divine Pattern High School there is a great sense of commitment and love toward the students and families we serve. Individual teacher will administer discipline according to the DPHS Classroom Management Plan.


When the teacher’s corrective measures have not achieved the desired outcome, the parent’s co-operation and assistance will be sought to achieve acceptable behaviour. If the child’s behaviour does not change after these actions, the principal may deem it necessary to send the child home until the school is assured that the student will comply with class and school guidelines. The school reserves the right to suspend or expel any student for repeated violations of classroom or school rules.


The following are examples of reasonable classroom expectations

  1. Be on your seat promptly with materials before class begins.
  2. Speak with respect to everyone – classmates and teachers
  3. Keep hands and feet to yourself.
  4. Respect other people’s property.
  5. Show consideration to others’ opinions.
  6. No talking in class without being recognized (raise your hand).
  7. Do not leave your seat without permission.
  8. Be kind in what you say to other students and your teachers.
  9. Accept and obey any instruction or discipline from a teacher.

However, the following constitute serious offence in the classroom.

  1. Mimicking others
  2. Laughing at the mistakes of others
  3. Back-talking or arguing with any teacher
  4. Making facial or non-verbal expressions of disrespect/contempt
  5. Whispering or passing notes in class
  6. Failing to pay attention in class or sleeping while others are learning.

The basic steps used in the School discipline process for a violation of class or school rules will usually be as follows:

  1. A verbal warning.
  2. A phone call is made to the parent.
  3. Deprive the student from going on break.
  4. Corporal punishment.
  5. Suspension.
  6. Expulsion.
  7. Do not leave your seat without permission.
  8. Be kind in what you say to other students and your teachers.
  9. Accept and obey any instruction or discipline from a teacher.

NOTE: Damage to class property is the responsibility of the offender. Parents may expect to be notified of the incident and the reparation costs.