Guidance |
When considering actions, schools strive to implement Restorative Practices and to keep students in their classrooms whenever possible. Disciplinary actions must be non-discriminatory, fair, age-appropriate, and correspond to the severity of the student's misbehavior. Principals may exercise reasonable discretion in deciding which violation occurred, and may request an elevated consequence based on campus safety concerns. The chart below lists actions that may be taken by school administration as the result of a violation. The Action Level identifies a range of actions for violations assigned to that level. Multiple actions may be applied to a single violation. Actions listed in bold are the minimum and mandatory action for that level of violation. For all violations, parent/guardian notification and request for student conference are mandatory. |
Level 1 |
Before referring a matter to school administration, classroom teachers are expected to employ at least three classroom-level interventions every semester – with proper documentation – for a Level 1 offense.
*Some actions may not be available at all schools |
Level 2 |
Any Action from the prior level(s) may also be imposed.
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Level 3 |
Any Action from the prior level(s) may also be imposed.
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Level 4 |
Any Action from the prior level(s) may also be imposed.
Fighting* Possession or Use of Drugs or Alcohol** **In both cases, upon return to school, the student must agree to an intake interview and to be searched for drugs or alcohol. |
Level 5 |
Any Action from the prior level(s) may also be imposed.
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