The rules and standards which are guidelines for individual behavior at Indian Springs School have evolved from a broadly based system of governance. Faculty and students have discussed the principles and goals of the school and have arrived at policies and standards which are designed to promulgate a unique environment for living and learning.

The Read 'n' Heed is divided into three sections:

Administrative Policy, which covers the well-being of the school.

Faculty Policy, which covers the well-being of the students.

Student Standards are areas in which the students set policies for themselves.