An employee, in the performance of his/her duties, shall:

  • Recognize basic dignities of all individuals with whom he/she interacts in the performance of his/her duties,
  • Exercise due care to protect the mental and physical safety of students, colleagues and subordinates for whom he/she is responsible,
  • Be accountable for maintaining his/her integrity and avoid accepting anything of substantial value offered by another which is known to be or which may appear to be for the purpose of influencing his/her judgment or performance of his/her duties,
  • Avoid conflicts of interest and the appearance of impropriety
  • Accurately represent his/her qualifications,
  • Respond honestly to questions and requests for information
  • Provide accurate information on required or requested documents,
  • Be responsible to present any subject matter in a fair and accurate manner.
  • Accurately reflect student performance on state and local tests 

All employees shall comply with the Michigan Code of Educational Ethics which is included as Attachment A to this policy. 

See Also Board Policy 5230 Employee Conflict of Interest -Students