Hillside School Student and Parent Handbook - 2023-2024 - Community Policies and Conduct

Sep 15, 2026

Hillside School Student and Parent Handbook 2023-2024 outlines the school’s guiding principles, including the mission to maximize each student’s potential in mind, body, and spirit. It explains expectations for academic integrity through an Honor Code, behavior requirements under the Code of Conduct, and core values reflected in the Hillside Creed. It also describes “Shades of Hillside Blue,” a framework for assessing conduct and performance, including advisor communication requirements and the Royal/Sky/Navy conduct levels.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLifestyle

FormatPDF

Pages62

Reading Time1 h 35 min

AccessFree to download

A Note About this Handbook

Hillside School Mission Statement

Honor Code

Code of Conduct

Hillside Creed

Shades Of Hillside Blue

Role of the Advisor

Conduct Levels: Royal, Sky, Navy

2023-2024 Hillside School Student Parent Handbook A Note About this Handbook Please understand that no set of rules or guidelines can cover every conceivable situation that might arise at a school. The rules, policies, and procedures set forth in this handbook are intended to apply under normal circumstances. However, from time to time, there may be situations that require immediate or nonstandard responses. This handbook does not limit the authority of the school to deviate from the normal rules and procedures set forth in this handbook and to deal with circumstances as they arise in the manner deemed most appropriate by the school (including but not limited to with regard to student discipline), taking into consideration the best interests of the school, its faculty, employees, students, and community. The policies may also be revised or updated periodically, even during the current academic term. You will be advised of any substantive changes as they are made. This Handbook is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to create, nor does it create, a contract or part of a contract in any way, including, but not limited to, between Hillside School and any parent, guardian or student affiliated with or attending the school. Hillside School Student & Parent Handbook 2023-2024 Hillside School Mission Statement Hillside’s mission is to maximize the potential of every student in mind, body, and spirit. Honor Code I realize and understand that Hillside School is a community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators who are committed to learning and living together with mutual respect and understanding. Our Honor Code is not a collection of rules but rather a philosophy of conduct which emphasizes honesty, integrity, and acceptance of the many diverse people and beliefs we shall encounter here at Hillside and in society. Under the Honor Code, I am expected to take full responsibility for the quality and integrity of all academic work. I am committed to trying my best in all academic endeavors and similarly committed to helping those around me to achieve as well. In return, I know the faculty and staff are committed to helping me reach my full potential. Code of Conduct I will not lie, cheat, steal, or tolerate such behavior from my Hillside brothers. I will respect all members of the community at all times, remembering that Hillside boys are my brothers. I shall remember that whatever hurts my brother hurts me. Physical aggression, threats, or harassment towards my Hillside brother will not be tolerated. I will remember that the Hillside Code of Conduct requires me to be a Hillside boy twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, both on and off campus, and on digital platforms. Hillside Creed I believe in Hillside and what it represents: Brotherhood, Compassion, Determination, Honesty, and Respect. I shall always endeavor to be a gentleman, having faith in God and my fellow man, always doing my best to bring honor tomy country, my school, and myself. Hillside School Student & Parent Handbook 2023-2024 I. Shades Of Hillside Blue "Shades of Hillside Blue" was an initiative begun in the summer of 2003 designed to enhance our approach to all facets of overseeing student conduct and achievement. Shades of Blue is designed to embrace the school's core values of brotherhood, compassion, determination, honesty and respect as its guiding principles in assessing and rewarding student growth and progress. Shades of Blue strives to provide all members of the community a simple and clear message regarding expectations, as well as patient and proactive methods for attaining goals. Whether it be in the classroom, on the playing field, in the dormitories, or in the dining room, boys will be encouraged to demonstrate an awareness and acceptance of the school's core values, and faculty will work to actively support and guide them in this endeavor. Shades of Blue embodies the school's ongo

FAQs

What is the purpose of the handbook and how are policies applied?

The handbook provides guidance intended for normal circumstances, while allowing for immediate or nonstandard responses when needed. Substantive policy updates may occur during the academic term, with families advised of changes.

What expectations does the Honor Code set for students?

Students are expected to take full responsibility for the quality and integrity of academic work. The code emphasizes honesty, integrity, and helping others reach their potential.

How does “Shades of Hillside Blue” evaluate student conduct?

Faculty file conduct and performance assessments for each student, and conduct is reflected using Royal, Sky, or Navy levels. Royal indicates consistent connection to core values; Sky requires more prompting; Navy needs regular guidance and redirection.

Sep 15, 2026

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