Student Conduct Policy

Creating a Respectful Learning Environment

At ACI Learning Tech Academy, we are committed to providing every student with a safe, professional, and supportive learning environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Our Student Conduct Policy exists to help ensure that all students can learn free from harassment, intimidation, bullying, discrimination, disruption, or violence.

What We Expect From Students

As a student, you play an important role in maintaining a positive learning environment. All students are expected to:

• Treat fellow students, instructors, staff, and school property with respect.
• Use appropriate language and professional behavior at all times.
• Participate actively and respectfully in class activities.
• Be prepared, present, and engaged during class sessions.
• Communicate concerns, questions, or learning needs in a professional manner.
• Follow instructor directions and contribute positively to the learning experience.
• Maintain professionalism in both onsite and virtual classrooms, including keeping webcams on during virtual sessions when required.

Behaviors That Are Not Allowed

To protect the learning environment, ACI Learning Tech Academy does not tolerate:

• Harassment, intimidation, bullying, or threats.
• Verbal or physical aggression, violence, or stalking.
• Profanity, slurs, or other demeaning language or gestures.
• Possession of weapons or illegal drugs on company property.
• Disruptive behavior that interferes with the learning environment.
• Participation in off-topic or polarizing discussions related to subjects such as religion, race, politics, gender, or sexuality.
• Actions that create safety concerns for students, staff, or visitors.

Students are also expected to maintain professional conduct by minimizing distractions, keeping mobile devices silent, taking personal calls outside of class when necessary, and respecting classroom spaces.

Your Responsibility to Report Concerns

Maintaining a safe learning environment is everyone's responsibility. If you witness or experience inappropriate behavior, threats, harassment, bullying, or other conduct concerns, report the incident as soon as possible. All reports are reviewed and investigated by the appropriate ACI Learning staff. In emergency situations, contact local law enforcement immediately.

Consequences for Violating the Policy

Violations of the Student Conduct Policy are taken seriously. Depending on the nature and severity of the behavior, consequences may include:

• Removal from a class session.
• Disciplinary action by the school.
• Withdrawal from classes.
• Dismissal from the program.
• Referral to law enforcement when violations of law have occurred.
• Potential civil or criminal penalties for violations involving copyright infringement or misuse of computing resources.

The school reserves the right to remove disruptive students from class and make final decisions regarding disciplinary actions and program dismissal when policy violations occur.

Where to Read the Full Policy

This article provides an overview of the Student Conduct Policy, but all students are encouraged to review the complete policy for full details and requirements. The full Conduct Policy can be found in:

• The ACI Learning Student Catalog
• Your enrollment documents

Reviewing the complete policy will help ensure you understand your rights, responsibilities, and expectations as an ACI Learning student.

Questions or Need to Report an Incident?

If you have questions about the Student Conduct Policy or need to report a conduct-related concern, please contact the Student Support team:

Email: [e-mail]

Chat: Use the chat feature here in the Help Center or in your Student Portal to connect directly with Student Support.

We're here to help and to ensure every student can learn in a safe, respectful, and productive environment.