Churchill High School

This year’s revised Student Code of Conduct emphasizes building a positive school culture rooted in respect, safety, and accountability. At Winston Churchill HS, we are committed to fostering a learning environment where every student feels supported and empowered to succeed. We will review key components and complete lessons to ensure all students understand the expectations for student behavior.

The updates reflect a focus on the following: clear behavioral expectations and consistent responses to misconduct, and increased collaboration between home and school to address behavioral concerns, and restorative practices to repair harm and restore relationships.

The code of conduct is based on five levels of consequences. We have reviewed how these levels are applied and ensured consistency that a serious infraction will result in a serious consequence. Students and families should have a clear understanding of what a school’s response will be should a student make a poor decision. In the code of conduct, clear levels of intervention and consequence are outlined (Levels 1–5) based on the behavior.

The consistent application of the code of conduct is important and equally important is consistency with the tools we will use to respond to support your child. The supports outlined in the revised Code — behavior intervention plans, check-ins, restorative circles, mentoring, and counseling — are not optional. Please review the MCPS Student Code of Conduct with your child, linked here.