What is the policy on student behavior?

While incidents of serious misconduct are rare, it is still important that students be aware of school district policies regarding them.

Continued disregard for school rules may result in probationary status and loss of privileges. Students may find themselves excluded from activity nights, clubs, sports, class trips, and special events.

Disrespect of students or adults will not be tolerated. During the school day there is no reason for students to be in physical contact with each other. There will be consequences for students who engage in touching or physical contact. Fighting will often result in a suspension and a parent will be notified.

Students involved in any gang related activity or in possession of gang insignia, drugs, cigarettes, alcohol, or a controlled substance of any kind may be suspended from school pending a hearing to determine if expulsion should be recommended to the Board of Education. Gang related activity includes (but is not limited to) flashing gang signs, making verbal threats, displaying gang clothing, colors, or other identifiers.

Consistent with state laws, any student in possession of or using a weapon or “look alike” weapon while in school, on school district property, or at any school sponsored activity will be immediately reported to the appropriate law enforcement officials for possible investigation and action. A school suspension will be in effect pending a hearing with both school and district administrators.

General Expectations:

Be Respectful of Others & School Property

• Teasing, bullying, threatening behavior, or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.
• Being helpful, polite, and patient are expectations for both students and staff members.
• Graffiti, writing on desks, or other abusive treatment of property is never allowed.
• We ask that there be no eating or drinking except in the lunchroom unless given teacher permission.
• Gum chewing is not allowed.

Be Responsible with Belongings and Classwork

• Always bring back signed notes, progress reports, and report card envelopes by assigned date.
• Be prepared for class everyday with homework and supplies.

Use Appropriate Language

• Swearing and vulgar language should not be used at any time on school grounds.

Follow Safety Rules & Procedures

• Classroom and hallway rules should be followed at all times.
• Students should not remain in the building after 3:10 P.M. unless they are in a supervised activity.
• Do not leave class without a pass or remain in an unsupervised area. Permission is always needed to leave the building or go to the nurse.
• Students who leave school grounds without a supervisor may not return to school to ride the bus.

For more specifics pertaining to student conduct, parents and students should refer to the appropriate pages in the PARENT GUIDE TO DISTRICT #59.