Code+of+Ethics

Often educators are responsible for collecting money for field trips and fund raisers. An example of this would be an educator who used the money to buy personnel items and support illegal habits without thinking about the consequences. In this incident the staff member was investigated by campus and district administration. The proper paper work was filed and the teacher was terminated and charges were filed against the teacher. || Unethical conduct toward professional colleagues: We are fortunate to work with colleagues who come from diverse backgrounds other than ours. As an educator we need to embrace these differences and celebrate them and appreciate the contribution they can make to the organization as an educator. An example of this standard coming close to being violated is when a principal wanted to hire a person in a wheel chair. The assistant principal was against it because they felt the school could not accommodate the teacher. The principal felt strong about the teacher’s abilities and said whether the school wanted to or not they would have to accommodate the teacher because it was the law. The teacher was hired. The district stepped in and made the changes to the school environment in order for the school to be accessible for the teacher. || Unethical conduct toward students: Unfortunately, unethical conduct toward students such as physical mistreatment of a student has happened in schools. An example of this would be a Special Ed teacher who slapped the hand of a student after the student hit another child. The incident was reluctantly reported by an aide, who felt divided about what to do. In the end the aide did the right thing. Everyone must be vigilant when it comes to protecting our kids. ||
 * Standard 1.2. The educator shall not knowingly misappropriate, divert, or use monies, personnel, property, or equipment committed to his or her charge for personal gain or advantage.
 * Standard 2.5. The educator shall not discriminate against or coerce a colleague on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, or family status.
 * Standard 3.5. The educator shall not engage in physical mistreatment of a student.

Describe the possible consequences of personnel engaging in any of the above ethical conflicts. Using one of the above conflicts as an example; describe how you would respond to the conflict as a campus principal.
 * Possible consequences of personnel engaging in any of the above ethical conflicts could result in verbal warning, suspension, or termination after a thoroughly investigation. ||
 * As the campus principal, in the situation where a teacher hit a student, I would immediately respond. I would take the situation very seriously. I would launch an investigation and remove the teacher from the classroom. Furthermore, I would question the teacher and all of the witnesses involved and also consult with the district attorney. If needed I would consider suspending the teacher until the investigation was completed. ||