At Bon Lin a visit to the principal's office is most likely a reward.  These pictures depict students spending time reading to Ms.Berry, completing work at her desk as a reward, bringing her treats during a newspaper interview and going to the treasure box for earning a Positive Attitude Was Spotted nomination.  Students come each morning to receive their birthday pencil after their name is announced on the intercom.  So, if your child says he/she visited the principal's office, it may be a good thing!