School Rules – Oppdal Municipality

Why we have school rules
School rules help ensure a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where all students can feel secure, learn effectively, and grow socially. They also promote respect and positive behaviour.

Pupils’ rights
Every pupil has the right to:

  • A school environment free from bullying, violence, and discrimination
  • Be treated with respect by both staff and fellow students
  • Participate in play and activities
  • Be listened to and have their opinions valued
  • Have their belongings respected
  • Receive help from staff when needed
  • A clean and well-maintained school setting

Pupils’ responsibilities

Every student is expected to:

  • Arrive on time and be ready for school
  • Do their best in schoolwork
  • Take care of school property and equipment
  • Use digital tools and the internet responsibly
  • Speak kindly to and about others
  • Show respect to peers and adults
  • Follow teachers’ instructions
  • Respect others’ personal boundaries

The following are not allowed
Violence, bullying, racism, harassment, theft, vandalism, cheating, being absent without a valid reason, and the use of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or dangerous objects. This applies both in person and online, including social media.

If rules are broken
The school may:

  • Talk with the pupil (and parents/guardians if needed)
  • Provide guidance or written warnings
  • Confiscate phones or other items used against the rules
  • Ask the student to repair damage or apologise
  • Restrict access to equipment or areas
  • Temporarily exclude the pupil from class or school (in serious cases)

All actions will be fair, proportionate, and related to the rule that was broken. Parents/guardians will be informed in serious cases. 

Working together 

A positive school environment is a shared responsibility. Pupils, parents, and staff must work together with mutual respect and understanding. The school will ensure that both pupils and parents/guardians are familiar with the rules. 

The school rules are effective from 1 August 2024.

Teksten er oversatt ved hjelp av kunstig intelligens. Den er kvalitetssikret av fagpersoner i Oppdal kommune før publisering.