All employees are expected to work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the district and to be courteous to students, one another, and the public. Employees are expected to observe the following standards of conduct:

1. Recognize and respect the rights of students, parents, other employees, and members of the community.
2. Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to students and coworkers.
3. Report to work according to the assigned schedule.
4. Notify their immediate supervisor as early as possible (preferably in advance) in the event that they must be absent or late. Unauthorized absences, chronic absenteeism, and tardiness may be cause for disciplinary action.
5 . Know and comply with department and district procedures and policies.
6. Express concerns, complaints, or criticism through appropriate channels.
7. Observe all safety rules and regulations and report injuries or unsafe conditions to a supervisor immediately.
8. Use district time, funds, and property for authorized district business and activities only.

All district employees should perform their duties in accordance with state and federal law, district policies and procedures, and ethical standards. Violation of policies, regulations, or guidelines my result in disciplinary action, including termination. Alleged incidents of certain misconduct by educators, including having a criminal record, must be reported to SBEC not later than the seventh day the superintendent first learns of the incident. See Reports to the State Board for Educator Certification, Policy DH Legal for additional information.