IMSA Statement on Student Discipline Issues
IMSA Statement on Student Discipline Issues
April 6, 2004
A Message to Our Shareholders - IMSA Expectations for Ethical Student Behavior
The State of Illinois invests significant resources in the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy’s work to develop talent and leadership in math, science and technology. Expectations for students who are privileged to attend IMSA are high - and they should be.
Recent publicity on student expression and disciplinary issues has brought to light poor choices and inappropriate behaviors by a few students, as well as interest in IMSA’s formal disciplinary policies and procedures.
IMSA’s student discipline policy clearly details the desired expectations for student behavior, delineates examples of misconduct and describes the disciplinary process to address policy infractions. When students violate expectations, consequences are determined in accordance with IMSA policies and applicable laws, including students’ right to privacy.
High expectations for moral and ethical behavior parallel those for high academic achievement. Our learning environment must promote honesty, respect, caring and responsibility. Inappropriate actions of a serious nature by a few must not be permitted to jeopardize the well being of the greater community.
On occasion and when appropriate, by their choice or by ours, students involved in serious disciplinary situations do not continue their enrollment at IMSA.
On behalf of the people of Illinois, IMSA has a time-honored and strong commitment to develop highly skilled, ethical learners and leaders. Fortunately, the vast majority of our students embrace the IMSA opportunity, rise to the occasion and make us proud, day in and day out.