II. ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK

Philosophy

No set of rules or guidelines can cover every conceivable situation that might arise at a school. The rules, policies, and procedures set forth in this handbook are intended to apply under normal circumstances. However, from time to time, there may be situations that require immediate or nonstandard responses. This handbook does not limit the authority of The Branson School to deviate from the normal rules and procedures set forth in this handbook. The School retains the right to deal with individual circumstances as they arise in the manner deemed most appropriate, taking into consideration the best interests of the school, its faculty, employees, students, and/or overall school community. The policies may also be revised or updated periodically, even during the school year. You will be notified of any changes as they are made. Any student or parent with a question about any handbook policy or statement should feel free to speak with the Director of Studies or Dean of Student Life.

General Expectations

Parents, guardians, and students agree to adhere to and abide by the policies and procedures set forth in this handbook, as amended from time to time, with or without notice. Any violations of these policies or procedures by parents, guardians, and/or students may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from the School or non-renewal of enrollment for future academic years, at the sole discretion of the School.

This handbook creates no expectancy of enrollment in future school years. The Branson School reserves the right to suspend or dismiss during the school year or decline to re-enroll any student who in effort, conduct, or progress is not fulfilling the School’s expectations, as determined by the School. The School also reserves the right to suspend, dismiss during the school year, or decline to re-enroll any student whose enrollment is deemed by The Branson School not to be in the best interests of the School or whose parents and/or guardians are deemed by The Branson School not to support the School’s mission, philosophy, expectations, and/or rules.

Interpretation and Enforcement

The School has the sole discretion to interpret the provisions of this handbook.. The School may change any provision of this handbook during the school year, and any such changes are binding on parents, guardians, and students after notice of the changes to the Branson community.