Code of Conduct

Students are expected to behave professionally at all times. Disrespectful conduct towards fellow students or staff will not be tolerated.

Any behavior that infringes upon the rights of other students or staff will not be tolerated.

Sexual harassment, unwanted gestures, jokes, offensive speech, physical advances, sexually suggestive pictures, gestures, touching of one’s self or others, exposing one’s private body parts or undergarments will not be tolerated. This type of behavior is in direct violation of the student code of conduct and basic human rights.

Harassment or discrimination including hazing is unacceptable. The Philadelphia English Language Institute students and staff are entitled to a respectful learning environment/workplace. Being respected means being treated honestly and professionally, with your unique talents and perspectives valued. A respectful workplace is about more than compliance with the law. It is a working environment that is free of inappropriate behavior of all kinds and harassment because of age, disability, marital status, race or color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Engaging in such behaviors directly, condoning or encouraging others to do so, transmitting or initiating such conduct via online, email, on school grounds, in class or at school-sponsored events will not be tolerated.

Students caught defacing or destroying school property will be required to pay restitution and face disciplinary actions including suspension or expulsion from the program.

The use or possession of drugs on school property or during a school-sanctioned function will result in immediate expulsion.