Level I offences, generally observed in the classroom
or in the building, interfere with the orderly educational process. Level I offenses are most often managed by
the classroom teacher. Parents may be
requested to come for a conference with the teacher to discuss the misbehavior
and the disciplinary action
VIOLATIONS MINIMUM
CONSEQUENCES
Campus or classroom rules Oral correction/student conference
that are not Code violations Cooling
off time or time out
Horseplay/scuffling Counseling
by staff
Minor damage to property Grade reductions as permitted
by
Sleeping in class policy
Tardies Parent
Contact
Running Parent-Teacher
conference
Disruptive noises Withdrawal
of privileges
Not prepared for class Behavior
contract
Dishonesty Discretionary
removal by teachers
Exhibiting inappropriate Assigned school duties
familiarity Change
of seat
Rewards/Demerits
Detention
(AM, lunch, PM)
Friday/Saturday
school
Referral
to outside agency/legal
Infractions listed above are authorities
Examples only and are
not Other strategies listed in the Code
intended to be all inclusive
Level II
General Misconduct Violations
General misconduct violations
interfere with the learning environment.
Parents will be notified of the offense and may be requested to come for
a conference with the administrator to discuss the offenses and the
disciplinary action. The disciplinary
action will depend on the offense, previous actions, and the seriousness of the
misbehavior
VIOLATIONS MINIMUM CONSEQUENCES
Cheating/copying All level one
consequences and:
Throwing objects Suspension
Leaving school grounds In School
Suspension (ISS)
Profanity/obscene gestures Prime Time (DAEP)
Fighting Restricting bus
privileges
Stealing Confiscation of
items
Vandalism Corporal Punishment
Bus misconduct Send student to office or
other
Hazing assigned area
Non-compliance/Insubordination Withdrawal of privileges
Damaging school property Penalties for
extracurricular
Possessing pyrotechnic devices standards of behavior
Discharging fire extinguisher School administered
probation
Possessing knife like items
Possessing look-alike weapons
Possessing air guns
Possessing ammunition
Possessing mace Self-defense
may be
Weapons considered as a
factor in the
Gambling campus
investigation that may
False alarms result in determining
Extortion/blackmail disciplinary
action.
Threat of force
Theft
Bullying
Harassment
Disruption to incite violence
Inappropriate physical/verbal contact
ID badge requirements
Possessing matches/lighter
Possessing tobacco products
Possessing look-alike drugs
Possessing marijuana (unusable)
Possessing drug paraphernalia
Possessing/abuse OTC medication
Possessing cell phone/pager
Possessing laser pointer
Violating computer use policy
Using internet for threat/abuse
Verbal or written threat
Possessing material to encourage
illegal behavior
Possessing/accessing pornography
Violation dress code
Falsifying records
Repeated violation of Category I
behaviors
Level III-
Removable Offenses
Level III removable offenses are
serous and disrupt the orderly educational process. Parents will be notified and requested to
come for a conference with the administrator in each instance of Level III
misbehavior.
VIOLATIONS MINIMUM CONSEQUENCES
*Felony conduct *Mandatory
removal to DAEP
*Assault Suspension
*Dangerous drugs (non-felony) Permissive removal to DAEP
*Alcohol (non-felony)
*Abuseable
glue
*Public lewdness
*Indecent exposure
*Retaliation
*Title V felony (non-school related)
Age 6-9 expellable offense
Gang activity
Secret society activity
Criminal mischief (non-felony)
Fighting
Hazing
Stealing
Damaging school property
Possessing knife-like items
Possessing look-alike weapons
Possessing air guns
Possessing ammunition
Inappropriate physical/verbal contact
Sexual Harassment
Possessing tobacco product
Possessing look-alike drugs
Possessing marijuana (unusable)
Possessing drug paraphernalia
Using internet for threat/abuse
Verbal or written threat
Possessing material to encourage
illegal behavior
Falsifying records
Repeated violation of Category I
behaviors
Repeated Level II violations
Level IV
Expulsion
Expulsion offenses may also be illegal and seriously
disrupt the orderly educational process.
In each case of illegal behavior, referral will be made to the police
department. A student who continues to
engage in serious or persistent misbehavior that violated the Code after
placement in a Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP) may be
expelled.
VIOLATIONS MINIMUM
CONSEQUENCES
*Firearm
*Illegal knife Permissive
expulsion
*Club *Mandatory
expulsion
*Prohibited weapon
*Assault (felony)
*Arson
*Murder
*Indecency with a child
*Kidnapping
*Drug/alcohol (felony)
*Retaliation (felony)
False alarm of terroristic threat
Drug/alcohol
Abusable glue
Criminal mischief
Assault of employee
Serious or persistent misbehavior of:
Vandalism
Robbery/theft
Extortion/blackmail
Disruption
Hazing
Insubordination
Profanity
toward staff
Fighting
Possessing
pornography
Leaving
school grounds
Sexual
harassment
Possessing
explosives
Refusal
to accept discipline
The Student Code of Conduct
that follows is the Districts specific response to requirements to Chapter 37
of the Texas Education Code (www.capitol.state.tx.us/statutes/edtoc.html). The law requires the District to define
misconduct that may or must result in a range of specific disciplinary
consequences. This Code is an outgrowth
of collaboration among District and campus staff, parents, and other community
members. This Code, adopted by the Board
of Trustees, provides information and direction to students and parents
regarding standards of behavior as well as consequences for misconduct.
Campus specific guidelines
and procedures on discipline management are included in the student handbooks.
INDEX
Purpose of the Student Code
of Conduct
.. page 2
Standards for Student
Conduct-Category I
.. pages 3-4
General Misconduct
Violations-Category II
.. pages 5-6
Consequences for General
Misconduct
Violations Category I And Category II
.. pages 7-8
Specific Misconduct Violations Category III
.. pages 9-10
Consequences for Specific
Misconduct
Violations Category III
.. pages
11-13
Specific Misconduct Violations Category IV
.. pages 14-15
Consequences for Specific
Misconduct
Violations Category IV
... pages 16-17
Terms and Definitions
... pages 18-22
Guidelines
for Felony Placement in a DAEP
pages 23-24
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS:
·
Demonstrate courtesy and respect for others even when others do not.
·
Behave in a responsible manner, always exercising self-discipline.
·
Attend all classes, regularly and on time.
·
Prepare for each class; take appropriate materials and assignments to
class.
·
Meet District or campus standards of grooming and dress.
·
Obey all campus and classroom rules.
·
Respect the rights and privileges of other students and of teachers and
other District staff.
·
Cooperate with and/or assist the school staff in maintaining safety,
order, and discipline.
·
Avoid violations of the Student Code of Conduct.
The District may impose campus or classroom rules in
addition to those found in the Student Code of Conduct. These rules may be posted in classrooms or
given to the student and may or may not also constitute violations of the
Student Code of Conduct.
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AUTHORITY OF THE DISTRICT:
A student whose behavior shows disrespect for
others, including interference with learning and a safe environment, will be
subject to disciplinary action.
School rules and the authority of the District to
administer discipline apply whenever the interest of the District is involved
on or off school grounds in conjunction with or independent of classes and
school-sponsored activities.
The District has disciplinary authority over a
student:
1. During the regular school
day and while the student is going to and from school on District
transportation;
2. During lunch periods in
which a student is allowed to leave campus;
3. Within 300 feet of school
property;
4. While the student is in
attendance at any school-related activity, regardless of time or location;
5. For any school-related
misconduct, regardless of time or location;
6. When retaliation against a
school employee or volunteer occurs or is threatened, regardless of time or
location;
7. When the student commits a
felony, as provided by
8. When criminal mischief is
committed on or off school property or at a school-related event.
The District has the right to search a vehicle
driven to school by a student and parked on school property whenever there is
reasonable cause to believe it contains articles or materials prohibited by the
District.
The District has the right to search a students
locker whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that it contains articles
or materials prohibited by the District.
A school administrator will report crimes as
required by law. A school administrator
who suspects that a crime has been committed on campus will call local law
enforcement.
The District has the right to revoke the transfer of
a transfer student for violating the Districts Student Code of Conduct.
In general, discipline will be designed to correct
the misconduct and to encourage all students to adhere to their
responsibilities as citizens of the school community. Disciplinary action will draw on the professional
judgment of teachers and administrators and on a range of discipline management
techniques. Disciplinary action will be
correlated to the seriousness of the offense, the students age and grade
level, the frequency of misbehavior, the students attitude, the effect of the
misconduct on the school environment, and statutory requirements. Because of these factors, discipline for a
particular offense (unless otherwise specified by law) may bring into
consideration varying techniques and responses.
For rule violations that are not violations of the Student Code of Condu