Consequences
Consequences for disciplinary infractions will be enforced, and vary according to the severity of the situation or recurrence of the behavior. Problems within the classroom are usually handled by the classroom teacher and problems in the cafeteria or playground are handled by the aides. Recurring problems or those of a more severe nature are referred to the Principal. Where warranted, a parent may be contacted.
Student behavior issues can often be handled through a conference and appropriate counseling. However, other consequences for misbehavior may be necessary. These include, based on the nature and/or frequency of the incident, removal of the disruptive student from the situation, loss of privileges, detention, parent conference and/or suspension. Suspension may be warranted in incidents involving intentional physical assault to students or staff, verbal threats, vandalism, use of obscene/offensive language, excessive disrespect, and for repeat offenses where there is documentation of previous disciplinary action taken. Possession of a weapon and/or drugs will be handled in accordance with the school district policy, and may result in expulsion.
Behaviors classified at this level represent infractions of established procedures which regulate the orderly operation of the school and its education process. The frequency of their occurrence shall determine the appropriate disciplinary response and their reclassification at a higher level.
INFRACTIONS | DISCIPLINARY RESPONSES |
• Violation of hall, bathroom, and/or common area expectations • Inappropriate use of school property or facilities • Disrespect of students and/or adults • Disruptive behavior in school or on school district transportation • Violation of student dress code • Cheating or lying • Technology violation • Physical contact • Inappropriate language • Littering | • Verbal reprimand • Seat change • Behavioral contract • Restriction of privileges • Special written assignment • Time-out • Counseling • Parent contact or conference • Clean-up and/or payment of damage • Detention • Teacher behavioral management system • Bus privilege loss or seat assignment • Student reflection form • Student conference • Zero and/or redo assignment • Change of attire • Recess and/or lunch detention • Confiscation of items – not to be returned Confiscation of items - returned only to parents or student at the end of the semester |
Behaviors whose frequency or seriousness tends to disrupt the learning, climate of the school and/or affect the student’s own education is included in this level. Some of these infractions may be the result of a continuation of behaviors.
INFRACTIONS | DISCIPLINARY RESPONSES |
• Continuation of Level I behaviors • Noncompliance with school rules • Use of profanity or obscenity • Forgery | • Continuation of Level I responses • Out of School Suspension • In School Suspension • Exclusion from extracurricular activities • Exclusion from school activities • Exclusion from field trips |
These acts are more serious because they may pose a threat to the health and safety of others in the school. Some may be considered criminal acts and police may be contacted.
INFRACTIONS | DISCIPLINARY RESPONSES |
• Continuation of Level I and II behaviors. • Noncompliance with school rules • Violation of the tobacco use policy • Threats to others • Stealing • Out of the designated area • Physical/Verbal/ and/or written intimidation • Fighting/Physical aggression • Destruction of school property • Harassment • Indecent exposure • Possession or distribution of pornography • Violations of acceptable use policy • Use of profanity or obscenity • Forgery/Plagiarism | • Continuation of Level I and II responses • Police involvement • Restitution of damages • Referral to outside agency |
These acts are those which result in violence against another’s person or property which pose a threat to the safety of others in the school. These acts may clearly be criminal in nature and police involvement may occur.
INFRACTIONS | DISCIPLINARY RESPONSES |
• Continuation of Level III behaviors • Ethnic Intimidation • Extortion • Bomb threat • Threat to school or students • Violation of weapons policy • Violation of drug and alcohol policy • Violation of acceptable use policy • Assault/battery • Vandalism/Property destruction • Arson • False fire alarms • Theft or possession of stolen property | • Continuation of Level I-III responses • Expulsion • Alternative placement • Board referral • Police involvement |