Sturgis Public Schools

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Viceroy

The Viceroy Program is Sturgis Public Schools structured Suspension Avoidance Program designed to keep students on track academically while providing a transformative, meaningful consequence instead of traditional Out-of-School Suspension. Named after the Viceroy Butterfly, native to Michigan, the program represents positive growth, transformation, and change.

Viceroy

The Viceroy Program is Sturgis Public Schools structured Suspension Avoidance Program designed to keep students on track academically while providing a transformative, meaningful consequence instead of traditional Out-of-School Suspension. Named after the Viceroy Butterfly, native to Michigan, the program represents positive growth, transformation, and change.

A Different Approach to Student Discipline

Stay on Track

Students continue their academic work with dedicated time and support so consequences don't mean falling behind.

Reflect & Reset

Students participate in reflection, behavior evaluation, goal setting. and conversations that help them make better choices.

Give Back

Community service provides students a meaningful way to contribute while developing responsibility, work habits, and connection to their community

How Viceroy Program Works

Students may be assigned to the Viceroy Program as an alternative to Out-of-School Suspension depending on the nature of the behavioral incident. Building administrators retain discretion and may determine that traditional Out-of-School Suspension or another response is necessary for certain situations.

Viceroy Location:

Central Commons
107 W West Street
Rooms 200 & 204
Sturgis, MI 49091

A Day in the Viceroy Program

A Viceroy day combines academic work, behavioral reflection and goal setting, community service, meals, and structured support from program staff starting at 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m..

Arrival & Check-In

Students arrive turn in personal items and electronics. and complete check-in procedures.

Morning Meeting

Breakfast, daily expectations, and behavioral goal setting.

Academic Support

Students work on assignments and receive support to stay on track.

Community Service

Students participate in community service activities that benefit the community.

Reflection & Goal Setting

Students reflect on their day, evaluate behavior. and set goals for continued success.

Dismissal

Students clean their work area. turn in their equipment, and prepare for dismissal.

Community service is an important part of the Viceroy experience. Students contribute through meaningful service activities that help build responsibility, connection, and pride in their community.

Education & Intervention

Students assigned to Viceroy tor vaping, e-cigarette nicotine, or tobacco-related violations participate in INDEPTH® - Intervention for Nicotine Dependence: Education, Prevention, Tobacco and Health. Developed by the American Lung Association, INDEPTH helps students understand nicotine use and develop healthier decision-making strategies.

The Facts

Understand tobacco and e-cigarette marketing and separate marketing messages from reality.

Nicotine Dependence

Recognize addiction, physical triggers, and patterns associated with nicotine use.

Healthy Alternatives

Develop healthier ways to respond to stress, pressure, and other triggers.

The Process of Change

Identify strategies that can help students reduce or eliminate nicotine use.

Supporting Lasting Change

The Viceroy Program is designed to create meaningful behavioral change. When a student continues to struggle with the same behavior, school staff may work with the student, family, teachers, counselors, and other support staff to determine whether additional interventions or a different approach is needed.

Have questions about the Viceroy Program or your student’s assignment? Contact your student’s principal or assistant principal, or review the Viceroy Program Handbook for additional information about expectations, procedures, and the program day.

Contact Principal Heather George

*Handbook to Come Soon