DOE and NES Visitor Code of Conduct
The Hawaii State Department of Education (Department) is committed to living Aloha and providing a safe and harmonious learning and work environment. Living Aloha inspires a culture of respect, cooperation, and mutual support. With this in mind, we create clear expectations for visitors while they are on Department property and/or during Department activities.
The following are expectations that all Visitors must comply with:
- Respectful Communication: Visitors shall communicate and conduct themselves in a respectful and courteous manner with Department employees, students, and other Visitors, refraining from engaging in Prohibited Behaviors. Communication channels include but are not limited to in-person conversations, video calls (e.g., Zoom, Teams, Google Meet), text messages, email, telephone calls, voicemails, social media posts, and messages, etc.
- Boundaries: Visitors shall respect the personal and professional boundaries of Department employees, students, and other Visitors, refraining from engaging in Prohibited Behaviors.
- Compliance with School Policies: Visitors shall comply with all requirements for being on Department property or at a Department Activity, which may include but is not limited to signing-in, requesting permission to enter the property or attend the function, etc.
- Compliance with Legal Requirements: Visitors shall treat all Department employees, students, and other Visitors with fairness, dignity, and respect, and shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to harassment, discrimination, and personal conduct.