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on the Choice and Career Options website. All current information from the Department of Choice and Career Options is
available at: School Choice.

CIVILITY

In order to provide a safe, caring, and orderly environment, the School District of Palm Beach County expects civility from
all who engage in school activities. Mutual respect, professionalism, and common courtesy are essential qualities that all
need to demonstrate in promoting an educational environment free from disruptions, discrimination, harassment,
bullying, and aggressive actions. P-5.001, 5.002, and 5.81.

Spectator Behavior at Athletic Events
We request our parents and supporters, who attend school activities, including athletic events, provide positive support
and encouragement to the student athletes by:

● placing the emotional and physical well-being of the students ahead of a desire to win at all costs.
● being a role model of good sportsmanship and encouraging participants to be role models, as well.
● supporting coaches and officials who spend hours with the athletes to provide positive and enjoyable
extracurricular experiences.
● expecting our athletes to treat other players, coaches, officials, and fans with respect regardless of race, sex,
creed, or ability.
● supporting extracurricular activities as an extension of the student’s educational experiences.

The school reserves the right to deny access to after-school events or school property to anyone displaying inappropriate
behavior. P-2.04 (9), F.S. § 1006.20 and Florida High School Athletic Association By-Laws.

COMMUNITY SERVICES GUIDELINES

Students of the School District of Palm Beach County are required to obtain a minimum of 20 community service hours to
graduate from high school. Community service is also a requirement for many scholarships (i.e., *Bright Futures) and
college entrance programs. The purpose of community service is for students to engage in activities that help them
develop an appreciation for the concept of service to the school or community. The following guidelines must be followed
to participate in activities that are considered acceptable for community service:

● Community service is defined as non-paid volunteer work for a non-profit agency.
● Students may begin accumulating service hours as early as the summer prior to entry of the 9 grade year.
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● Service should benefit the community at large. Serving solely for an individual will not be acceptable.
● Hours must be documented in writing, either on a common community service log (generated by the school) or
on letterhead from the organization being served.

● Parent notification of the community service requirement is necessary. A school generated notice will include the
necessity of parental knowledge/supervision while students are engaged in community service activities.
● Students who do not have access to community service opportunities must be provided opportunities on the
school campus. It is the student’s responsibility to alert the School Counseling Department that they need school
access to community service.
● Time spent organizing and collecting canned goods, clothing, or book drives for a community in need does qualify
as community service.

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