STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

Blacksburg High School feels that it is a privilege for our students to participate in VHSL and BHS sponsored extra / co-curricular activities.  The student has a responsibility to act as a good citizen in the classroom, during competition, performances, and in the community.  The student must obey all federal, state, and local laws, as well as, BHS rules and the Montgomery County Public Schools code of conduct.

Blacksburg High School does not allow the use, possession, or distribution of any illegal substances by any student.  We do not allow the use, possession, or distribution of alcohol, tobacco products, and/or the misuse / distribution of medications by any student.

Blacksburg High School does not condone any form of hazing.  Refer to definition of hazing in BHS student agenda.

The student responsibilities are:
*  Obey all school, county, athletic, and school organization rules and policies
*  Maintain academic eligibility
*  Attend class
*  Know, follow and be accountable for VHSL rules when applicable
*  Display good sportsmanship and good citizenship
*  Protect their health

The purpose of this policy is to assist students in avoiding improper conduct that would be a violation of BHS and/or MCPS policies, federal, state, and local laws.  Suspension and/or dismissal from VHSL and BHS sponsored extra / co-curricular activities will result from violating this policy.  Violation of the BHS Standards of Conduct Policy on school property and/or at school events also is a violation of the BHS and the MCPS codes of conduct.

Prior to each VHSL or BHS extra / co-curricular season (required once if the student participates in multiple sport / activity seasons), the student and his/her parent/guardian must sign that they have received a copy of this policy and understand the possible consequences if the policy is violated.  The student will be ineligible if the statement has not been signed.