The quality of an educational institution is determined primarily by the quality of its instructional program. To keep instruction at a high level, policies must be formulated and administered for the best interests of all students.

Attendance at Lahore American School is a privilege not a right. In order to safeguard its ideals of scholarship and character, the school board reserves the right to require the withdrawal of a student at any time when there is sufficient cause.

Students are expected to follow the school rules, regulations and behavioral expectations during regular school hours and at school sponsored events. Specific rules and regulations in effect for off campus events are considered as additional to the regular rules and expectations.

In general, students are expected to practice good citizenship. This includes courtesy and respect towards others, respect for authority, school property and the property of others and taking responsibility for personal actions.

Elementary students are taught to follow the classroom and playground rules. Teachers can use a variety of techniques in modifying a student's behavior. Physical punishment is not used.

Each student within LAS will be responsible for personal conduct and for providing a positive and healthy environment for others by maintaining good order, self discipline and consideration for the rights and property of others, including but not limited to the following guidelines.

		Neatness and cleanliness in personal attire and hygiene.
		Respect for the property of others including keeping all books, facilities and materials used in school in good condition.
		Refrain from fighting, creating disturbances, denying others the use of school facilities, intentionally injuring another person, behaving in such a manner as to risk harm or injury or using threats or intimidation against any other person.
		Concern for the health and safety of others by refraining from using, possessing, transmitting or being under the influence of any alcoholic beverage, controlled substance or by engaging in excessive noise, theft or any unlawful activity.
		Respect for the educational process and learning environment of others by refraining from intentional or habitual tardiness, unexcused absences or other activities such as inappropriate classroom behavior which diminishes the rights and opportunities of others to receive an education.
		Respect for the ethnicity and gender of all persons by refraining from teasing, harassing or discriminating against anyone based on their race, ethnic background or gender.