IV. D. 3. Guidance

---

The guidance program shall be an integral part of the total program of instruction.

The major objective of the guidance program is to help each child make the best of his or her educational opportunities toward a normal, useful and happy life.

The guidance program shall be directed toward the growth and improvement of all pupils in the school, recognizing, however that some pupils are in greater need of individual guidance than others.

The guidance program shall attempt to provide for each pupil a sense of belonging, self-respect, emotional security, achievement, recognition and develop an appreciation and understanding of the world in which he or she lives by providing a classroom and school environment in which effective learning and good behavior takes place.

The guidance program shall provide a positive program of correction and prevention of anti-social behavior of pupils. It shall aim to provide a sense of responsibility and self-respect in students.

Policy adopted: 4/23/81