Expulsion refers to the removal of a student from the school due to the student’s repeated violations of the school’s rules, or for a single violation of such severity that separation from the school is necessary. Expulsion is the final form of school discipline and will be used only with the most severe cases to ensure the safety and well-being of the school. Expulsion for behavioral reasons is permanent and readmission is not an option. Attending Geneva is a privilege that is extended on the condition that students and parents accept and support school policies. If a student is suspended, expelled or withdrawn due to disciplinary actions, there will be no refund of tuition or waiver of financial obligations.
A student under consideration for expulsion may be placed on suspended leave for a maximum of three school days while the matter is under review by the Head of School. All decisions to expel for major offenses are made by the head of school in consultation with the Board of Trustees.
Students who choose to remain present with other students who possess alcohol or other drugs are subject to major disciplinary action, including expulsion.
If an incident involving threats or harassment is confirmed, school leadership (head of school or headmaster) will notify parents of the victim(s).
Parents are reminded that the illegal provision of alcohol or drugs to students can result in criminal penalties and civil lawsuits and could jeopardize their student’s enrollment at the school. Off-campus use by students of illegal drugs, misuse or abuse of legal drugs, other potentially damaging or dangerous substances or paraphernalia, or illegal use of alcohol can also result in disciplinary actions. Credible reports and/or reasonable suspicion of illegal drug use or misuse/abuse of legal drugs may result in a school investigation involving, but not limited to, student drug testing.
Additional, wrongful behaviors such as the use of profane language, significant disrespect to a faculty member, cheating, use of tobacco products, possession or distribution of pornographic images, fighting, sexual immorality, stealing, or vandalism may be grounds for expulsion.
Please note that it is impractical and impossible to list every type of offense. The school leadership reserves the right to address and discipline any behavior or attitude that is inconsistent with the mission, philosophy, and conduct standard of the school.