§ 2. Rules for Order and Interaction
Overall, we are all obliged to adhere to norms of good behavior and engage in respectful interaction. This applies at school as well as in leisure time – on and off the school premises.
1) We show respect for democratic life and the democratic processes that come with rights and duties in a society with freedom and democracy.
2) We are good ambassadors for Herlufsholm and uphold our values of professionalism, commitment, and responsibility – in all contexts where we can be associated with the school.
3) We use the school’s language of instruction as the common language, and we speak to and about each other with respect. We engage in interaction without noise, disturbance, or the like.
4) Offensive language, a generally harsh tone, and the use of derogatory nicknames are not acceptable – even if it occurs between students who mutually accept it – as it can negatively affect the learning environment and students’ well-being.
5) Any form of negative subculture, clique formation, and grouping of students, as well as any privileges exercised at the expense of other students, is unacceptable. The exertion of undue pressure in connection with student groupings is considered an aggravating circumstance in violation of the study and order regulations.
6) Any form of racist, sexist, or other form of discriminatory message is unacceptable.
7) Any form of bullying, threatening behavior, harassment, and violence is prohibited. This applies both digitally and analogously, physically and psychologically, orally and in writing, and both within and outside the school. This includes ”pushing events”, private parties, closed forums on social media, etc., as it can negatively affect the learning environment and students’ well-being.
8) In cases of bullying, we adhere to our Anti-Bullying Strategy. In situations where a student may have committed a criminal offense, we follow our Policy for Handling Cases.
9) It is not allowed to share pictures or sound recordings of others without their consent, nor is it allowed to film or take pictures of others in situations that may violate their privacy or personal integrity; see the school’s Policy for Digital Education. If you wish to record guidance sessions, teaching situations, exams, or the like, consent from all parties involved is required.
10) Under current Danish legislation, Herlufsholm School is a smoke-free school. The prohibition includes cigarettes and any form of nicotine products, e-cigarettes, and snuff/snus – none of these may be brought onto or stored on the premises. Violation of these terms will result in a warning letter sent home on the first occasion, with the possibilityof suspension, but subsequent violations will be sanctioned in accordance with the school’s sanctions policy.
11) It is prohibited to bring, store, be under the influence of, or consume alcohol on or off the school premises. This general prohibition applies between travel weekends and during travel to and from Herlufsholm, and it is not allowed to be under the influence of alcohol upon arrival at the school. The principal may, on special occasions such as balls, parties, café evenings, and the like, grant exemptions from the prohibition on consuming alcohol; see the school’s Alcohol Policy. The school reserves the right to test, without notice, whether a student has consumed alcohol.
12) Possession, consumption, storage, or trading of any form of narcotic substances is prohibited at Herlufsholm. Such actions will under normal circumstances result in immediate expulsion from the school, temporarily or permanently. The school reserves the right to test, without notice, whether a student has consumed narcotic substances.
13) We consider political beliefs to be a private matter; therefore, political agitation is not allowed.
14) Religious rituals may only be practiced in places and at times where they do not disrupt teaching or other activities at the school.
15) For educational and practical reasons, we use uniform school clothing and follow the guidelines in Herlufsholm School’s Clothing.
16) Instructions in policy for Study Trips apply to excursions, study trips, etc.
17) Many of Herlufsholm’s buildings are old, and they must be cared for. We use our premises, areas, facilities, and inventory with care and participate in individual and collective cleanup efforts.
18) The school’s inventory, including instruments, furniture, and books loaned by the school, is to be treated with care. Vandalism will not be tolerated and may result in claims for damages and sanctions.
19) Any form of theft is considered a violation of the school’s disciplinary regulations. In case of theft, the school is not liable for any compensation.
Paragraph 2. The rules for order and interaction imply a duty for students to immediately and loyally follow specific instructions from the school’s staff, whether given orally or in writing. Any complaints about this should be subsequently addressed to the management/principal.
Paragraph 3. In case of breaches of the order regulations, we act according to Sanctions for Breaches of Order.