ABC Adult School

Student Code of Conduct

(Revised: 1/23/2026)

  • ABC Adult School is unwavering in its commitment to providing a safe, respectful, and professional learning environment. This environment, which aligns with workplace and community expectations, is designed to ensure the safety and well-being of all students, instructors, staff, and community members.
  • The following Code of Conduct applies to all students enrolled at the ABC Adult School and outlines the expected areas of conduct; however, the conduct areas are not limited to the conditions listed below.
  • Failure to follow these rules may result in disciplinary action and removal.
  • A student will be removed from the ABC Adult School for 1 year for violating the Student Code of Conduct.
  • ABC Adult School reserves the right to permanently remove students from the campus, classes, services, or activities if it is determined that there is a safety or well-being concern for students, staff, or the community.
  • Students removed for violating the Student Code of Conduct may not access the ABC Adult School campus, classes, services, or activities during the removal period.

Student Code of Conduct

  1. Promote a Positive Learning Environment
    Contribute to a supportive and inclusive classroom community where all students can learn and thrive.
  2. Respect Others
    Treat classmates, staff, and instructors with courtesy and professionalism; disrespectful, disruptive, or discriminatory behavior toward ABCAS instructors, staff, or students is not permitted.
  3. Maintain Professional Behavior at All Times
    Demonstrate workplace and community standards of conduct and behavior—arrive on time, stay engaged, be on task, follow classroom and lab procedures; treat instructors, ABCAS staff, and other students with respect, and do not be disruptive to the classroom and learning environment.
  4. Use Appropriate Language and Conduct
    Speak and act respectfully in all school settings. Profanity, verbal abuse, threats, or disrespectful language toward instructors, ABCAS staff, or other students is not permitted.
  5. Sexual Harassment, Sexual Discrimination, Sexual Violence, Harassment or Bullying
    Sexual harassment, sexual discrimination, sexual violence, harassment, or bullying toward students, staff, or community is forbidden as stated in ABC Unified’s Title IX Policy (Link: ABC Unified School District: Title IX Information). Any claim of sexual harassment, sexual discrimination, sexual violence, harassment, or bullying should be directed to the site administrator or:

    Marlies Harris

    Interim Equity Officer

    Title IX Coordinator

    ABC Unified School District

    Email: marlies.harris@abcusd.us

    Phone: 562-926-5566 Ext. 21184

  6. Disruptive, Disrespectful, and Abusive Behavior Toward ABCAS Staff, Students, and Community
    Disruptive, disrespectful, and abusive behavior (including, but not limited to: willful disobedience, profanity, vulgarity, defiance, not following classroom rules or the lesson - verbal, physical, or written misconduct) in any form, including but limited to verbal, physical, written, video, social media, or digital platforms of ABCAS instructors or staff, students, or community members is not permitted.
  7. Follow the Class Lessons, Instructions, Class Rules, Syllabus, and Learning and Behavioral Expectations
    Students are expected to follow the class lessons, instructions, and rules, as well as the syllabus, behavioral expectations, and learning and behavioral expectations outlined for the class. This includes working in alignment with the class rules, syllabus, and the instructor's and class's learning and behavioral expectations.
  8. Willful Misuse/Damage/Vandalism of Equipment and Materials
    Willful misconduct that results in damage to property or equipment of the ABCUSD or district employees (vandalism, defacing, breaking, etc), school property, or equipment is not permitted. Please report any accidental damage to equipment or materials to the instructor immediately.
  9. Drug-Free, Alcohol- and Tobacco-Free Environment
    Possession, use, distribution, or being under the influence of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and tobacco-related products (such as vapes, etc.) are strictly prohibited on all school grounds, including the parking lot, bathrooms, walkways, and field areas, etc., and during school-related activities, including field trips, school-related community events, and externships, among others.
  10. Weapons, Dangerous Objects, or Replica/Related Items
    Possession or use of weapons, dangerous objects, or replicas and related items of district and school premises, or district/school-related events (field trips, fairs, etc.), is not permitted.
  11. Appropriate Dress/Dress Code
    Students must wear clean, appropriate clothing that does not disrupt learning or pose a safety hazard. The following are not allowed: clothing or accessories depicting hate speech, violence, marijuana, other drugs, drug paraphernalia, alcohol, or weapons; vulgarity, profanity, obscene or sexually suggestive language or images; clothing that reveals undergarments or is excessively revealing; gang-related attire; and items that pose safety hazards, such as chains, spikes, or loose garments in lab areas. Lab-based program students must follow all safety guidelines and wear the required protective gear when needed per the class and course standards.
  12. Personal Hygiene
    All students maintain an acceptable standard of personal hygiene, being well-groomed and clean, and presenting themselves neatly and appropriately at all times.
  13. Academic Integrity
    Cheating, plagiarism, lying, or knowingly furnishing false information and documents is not permitted.
  14. Follow Technology/Internet Use Policies/Cell Phone Policies
    Use school computers and networks exclusively for educational purposes. Do not access or share inappropriate content. Cell phones can only be used under the instructor's direct instruction. Students must put their cell phones away and silence them while in class.
  15. Respect Privacy and Confidentiality
    Do not share personal, academic, or employment-related information about others without their consent.
  16. Recording/Reproduction of Materials is Not Allowed (Verbal, Written, Video, Print, Social Media, and Digital, etc).
    Recording of ABCAS instructors and staff is strictly prohibited at all times. Moreover, lessons, lectures, and printed materials may not be recorded, reproduced, or copied without the instructor's prior permission.
  17. Driving - When on ABCAS Property
    When driving on ABCAS property, individuals are required to follow all speed limits and traffic signs to maintain a safe campus environment for all students, staff, and community members. Moreover, follow the directional flow of traffic in parking lots and when on the ABCAS campus.