Range of Penalties

2007-2008
Category I Infractions:

... cover a broad range of unacceptable behaviors. Although school board policy indicates a range of penalties from probation to expulsion for these infractions, it is likely that Detention Hall, In-School Suspension or Out-of-School Suspension will be assigned based on the severity, combination, and frequency of infractions.

 

· Non-approved activity involving  student organization

· Non-approved distribution or posting of  literature

· Insubordination

· Attire which is disruptive, indecent, unhealthy, or gang-related

· Failure to serve detention

· Possession/Use of fireworks

· Gambling

· Violation of Computer Policy

· Disruption or interference of school climate or activity

· Misconduct to and from school  including bus stops & school bus transportation

· Theft/Damage of property (may involve restitution and charges being filed by SRO)

· Behavior not specifically listed which is not conducive to good behavior

· Possession/Use of tobacco or  related products

· Truancy

· Gang-related activity
 

Category II Infractions:
... are extremely serious offenses. The likelihood of expulsion and the filing of criminal charges is enhanced upon commission of a Category II Infraction.
 

· Possession of firearms or weapons*

· Drug and alcohol possession, use, or distribution

· Harassment, bullying, or threatening behavior

· Physical abuse or assault

· Indecent or immoral acts

· Non-Attendance

· False alarm  (pulling fire alarm, making bomb threats, etc.)

· Fighting

 

*Act 57 of 1994 specifies that possession of a handgun on school property or at a designated bus stop shall be a Class D felony, with no allowance for probation, suspended sentence, etc. (see District Handbook)
 

The minimum and maximum penalties represent extremes on a continuum of corrective action plans, with other actions possible as deemed appropriate by teachers and school administrators. In addition, students and parents are advised of the following:

A. Due process will be used to protect student and parental rights as policies are implemented or enforced.

B. Students and parents may obtain additional clarification relative to prohibited      behavior, corrective actions, policies, student rights and responsibilities, etc.  by contacting school office personnel.  The recognized building level appeal order is   as follows:  1) Teacher               2) Assistant Principal                  3) Principal

       Please do not contact central office administrators without first contacting building level administration.   

C. Several infractions are covered in depth in other parts of the handbook. 

Edited by: Patrick