Detention

Many breaches of discipline are the sort that may merit a detention. Detention is understood to mean a disciplinary action of a predetermined amount of constructive school-related activity time (e.g. study, writing, clean-up, etc.) under the supervision of the Assistant Head of School of Student Formation or his designee. Students will be given at least 24 hours notice prior to having to serve their detention. Detention obligations must be fulfilled at the next scheduled detention provided at least 24 hours notice has been issued. Failure to do so will result in a disciplinary action of increased severity. After-School, Two Day After-School Detention, and Major Violation are the three forms of detention utilized at Archbishop Shaw High School.

After-School Detention

Minor infractions will warrant a detention. These detentions will take place after school on Tuesday and Thursday and will begin 5 minutes after the dismissal bell and will last for 45 minutes. Each student will report to the designated detention area on campus immediately following the dismissal bell and will not leave until dismissed by either the Associate Head of School or his designee. Attendance is non-negotiable and detention takes precedence over all sports or club responsibilities. Failure to attend will result in a more severe disciplinary action. The following actions are offered by way of example of what may merit a minor/lunch detention and the below listing is by no means all-inclusive:

  • Not carrying a valid ID card.
  • Violations of the dress code.
  • Loitering in corridors or unsupervised classrooms, or being outside of classrooms without a pass.
  • Being tardy to class.
  • Running in or between buildings, especially to the cafeteria.
  • Eating or drinking in other than designated areas.
  • Chewing gum on campus, especially inside buildings.
  • Failure to dispose of waste material and trash properly.
  • Visiting parking lots/cars during school hours.
  • Disruptive classroom behavior.
  • Inappropriate conduct at assemblies or during announcements.
  • Disregarding school policies regarding dress, personal appearance, grooming requirements.
  • The use of mobile phones or unauthorized devices during the school day.
  • Minor infractions of any other school policies or regulations.
  • Five school days tardy in the semester.

Two Day After-School Detention

More severe infractions will warrant two after-school detentions. These detentions will be scheduled on the designated day(s) after school and will begin 5 minutes after the dismissal bell and will last 45 minutes. Each student is responsible to attend regardless of any sport or club duties they may have in the afternoon. The student must report to the designated area on time and will only be dismissed by the Associate Head of School or his designee. Failure to attend will result in a more severe disciplinary action. Parents will be notified upon a student receiving an after-school detention so that transportation home can be arranged. The following actions are offered by way of example of what may merit an after-school detention and the below listing is by no means all-inclusive:

  • Removal from class.
  • Disrespect towards students, faculty, staff, or administration.
  • Bullying
  • Missing after-school detention.

Major Violation

In the event of a major offense, the student's parents will be notified and the student will be required to attend a scheduled 2 hour major violation detention on Saturday morning from 8 to 10 am at school. The accumulation of five after-school detentions in an academic year constitutes a major violation and will ordinarily result in a Saturday morning detention. Some misbehavior, by its very nature, constitutes a major violation or suspension. Failure to serve this detention can result in suspension, probation, or even dismissal. The following are offered by way of example of what may merit a major violation or suspension and the listing is by no means all-inclusive:

  • Insubordination and/or insolence.
  • Truancy.
  • Willful or negligent destruction or damage of property (vandalism).
  • Profanity and/or obscenity in any form.
  • Gambling of any kind.
  • Theft or extortion.
  • Unexcused absence from detention.
  • Encouraging or participating in fights.
  • Smoking and the use of tobacco products, e.g., dip, snuff.
  • Flagrant or persistent violation of hair or dress code.
  • Altering information on progress reports, report cards, letters of notification, etc.
  • The persistent violation of school regulations.
  • Any conduct detrimental to the image or reputation of others or of the school.
  • Taking photos, videos, or audio recordings on electronic devices during the school day without the expressed permission of the school administration.
  • Posting inappropriate photos, videos, or audio recordings on the internet (social media) which may damage the reputation of others or the school.
  • Missing after-school detention for a second time.

In addition, some of the above actions, by their very nature, may result in the student being placed on probation, suspended, or expelled even if it is a first offense.