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Updated: 05/03/2009

Honor Code for Life  

"As a member of Dr. Waddle's class, I will not lie, cheat, or steal."

Now that you are aware of the Honor Code, what does it really mean? Let's look at each part.

Lying is making a self-serving statement that one knows is false.

Cheating is giving aid to a student or receiving aid on tests, quizzes, assignments, or examinations without the consent of the teacher. Cheating also includes plagiarism, which may be described as taking the ideas from the writing of another person and passing them off as if they were the student's own. Remember to acknowledge your sources when you write papers requiring research.  This includes acknowledging information gained through the use of electronic media.

Stealing is taking or appropriating another person's property or the School's property without permission. Stealing should not be confused with borrowing. Borrowing is the taking or receiving of an item with a clear understanding between the borrower and owner of the condition under which the item will be returned or replaced. Never assume that it is acceptable to take anything without express permission from the owner.