Code of Conduct

Students at Brisbane Adventist College are expected to...

• reflect an appreciation for learning and achievement
• demonstrate respect for the unique Seventh-day Adventist Special Character of the College
• be responsible for managing their own behaviour in any and all situations
• not interfere with the rights of others to learn
• treat others with fairness, respect and dignity
• respect staff instructions and follow their directions at all times
• be honest and truthful
• not tolerate discrimination in any form. All students and staff have the right to learn and work in an environment free of discrimination and harassment
• not bully others in any way including physical and emotional intimidation (this includes threatening and/or abusive emails and SMS)
• refrain from offensive behaviour which is not permitted at school at any time including when travelling to and from school, on excursions and/or camps, during other planned College activities, and/or while in College uniform. This applies especially to the following specific behaviours:
  • Smoking
  • Drinking alcohol
  • using, supplying or possessing drugs (unless medically prescribed)
  • Gambling
  • Stealing
  • Causing injury to another person and/or engaging in any activity likely to hurt or endanger oneself or others
  • Damaging property intentionally or by a thoughtless or careless act
  • Using objectionable, obscene or abusive language and/or gestures
  • Participating in any action, or in such a manner, that brings disrepute to the College
  • wilfully breaking any of the rules of the school or the laws of Queensland and/or Australia
• be regular to school and prompt to all classes and College appointments
• wear the correct and full uniform as prescribed by the College. All College uniform is to be worn correctly and in a smart and tidy manner

The College is committed to a philosophy of behavioural self management. Discipline is based on self respect and positive regard for others. We practice redemptive discipline where students firstly are given opportunity to reflect on their behaviour, and then “make right their wrong”.

 All discipline cases are considered on an individual and case-by-case basis.

 BAC is firmly committed to the laws of natural justice and in all discipline cases we strive to achieve an outcome that is fair and reasonable, and ultimately reflects the Christian standards and ethos of the College.

This Code of Conduct is binding on all students at BAC and any breach can ultimately result in suspension or expulsion from the College.