Classroom Grievance Procedures

Teachers and administrators act in loco parentis (as a parent for the student) while the child is at school or involved in a school activity.  There are times when the student does not agree with everything that is occurring in the classroom.  If a student has questions or concerns about a teacher’s actions, the student should follow these measures:

  • Students are to follow all directions from a teacher.
  • Disagreements with teachers should be handled in a respectful manner after class to preserve the dignity of the student and the teacher.
  • If a student and teacher are unable to resolve the conflict, the student can request a conference with a counselor or an administrator.

Students are not permitted to leave the classroom without permission because of a dispute with a teacher, and students will not be allowed to confront the teacher in a disrespectful manner.  Students who do not follow these guidelines can be given punishment.  Students who leave the classroom will be considered as skipping, and students who confront a teacher will be punished based on the severity of the situation.  Students are expected to follow all directions from all HLHS faculty and staff members.  If a student feels that he/she has been treated unfairly, the student can have a conference with a principal.