Merits / Demerits

What is a demerit? 
Think of demerits like points. Demerits are assigned when you receive assertive discipline such as an after-school detention, Saturday school, or suspension. If a student accumulates 15 or more demerits in the first semester or 20 or more demerits in the second semester, you are ineligible.

Demerits are accrued in the following ways:

In-House Detention (IHD)   =    1    

Class Suspension = 1                  

After School Detention = 1 

No Show Detention = 2

 In House Suspension (IHS)/Lockdown = 2      

 Suspension = 3/day

 Dress Code Violation = 1

 Personal Electronic Device (PED) Violation = 1

 Saturday School= 2


There are various ways students can earn merits back. For example, a student is nominated for BIONIC or student of the week they earn merits. Another way to earn merits is by setting up a community service plan with your assistant principal. See the attached document for a full list of ways to earn merits. Our goal is to improve your academic success by encouraging good behavior.  If you are interested in earning merits schedule a meeting in the office with one of the assistant principals. 

Here's a list of ways you can earn back Merits at VHS:

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