Section J:
Students |
Knox County Board of Education |
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Descriptor Term:
Student Goals and |
Descriptor Code: J-100 |
Issued: 7/95 |
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Reviewed: 10/23 |
Revised: 6/08 |
In order to establish an environment conducive to learning for each student, the Board establishes the
following goals:
- To assure all students the same educational opportunities regardless of race, color, creed, religion, ethnic origin, sex or disabilities;
- To protect and observe the legal rights of students;
- To enhance the self-image of all students by helping them feel respected and worthy through a
learning environment which provides positive encouragement from frequent success; - To provide an environment of reality in which students can learn personal and civic responsibility
for their actions through meaningful experiences as school citizens; - To deal with students in matters of discipline in a fair and constructive manner;
- To provide for the safety, health and welfare of students; and
- To promote faithful attendance and good work.
Legal Reference:
- Public Law 101-336; 42 U.S.C. §12101.