Honor Code

The written Honor Code at Columbus School for Girls was created by Upper School students and faculty during the school years 2003 to 2005.

In September of 2005, all Upper School students and faculty as well as representatives from all school constituencies participated in its inaugural signing.

The written Honor Code serves as an expression of the community values and aspirations shared and practiced by generations of CSG students past and yet to come. The Honor Code is signed by each Upper School student at the start of every school year in a formal signing ceremony.

Each students signature represents her pledge and commitment to the highest standards of honorable, ethical behavior.

The Honor Pledge
As a member of the CSG community, I pledge to conduct myself honorably, with truthfulness and honesty at all times. I will live in our community practicing respect, responsibility, and reverence.

Truthfulness

I will fulfill my promises and obligations. I will not intentionally misrepresent the truth, withhold information, create a false impression, nor mislead anyone.

Honesty

Cheating: I will not copy the work of another, give nor receive answers on tests, nor divulge the questions on a test to someone who has not yet taken it.

Plagiarism: I will not present the work or ideas of another as my own. I will identify the source of all ideas that are not my own.

Stealing: I will not take, use or borrow the belongings of anyone without the permission of the owner.