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Student Conduct Code 2008/2009
Revised: 6/08
CLC is committed to providing a learning environment that is conducive to the achievement of academic excellence and the development of age-appropriate social skills and relationships. As members of CLC, students are expected to accept responsibility for contributing to a climate that fosters respect for self, others, and the environment. This helps to set the foundation for meaningful learning and positive relationships. CLC understands and acknowledges the need for a comprehensive and easily understood discipline policy, but we also realize the limitations and problems with a one-size-fits all system. As such, CLC reserves the right to examine each behavioral problem on an individual basis. This includes, but is not limited to, examining the context in which the infraction occurred along with the events that led up to and followed the infraction.
It is expected that our students will follow the rules for student conduct in school, at school activities and during the time spent in travel to and from school. These rules require that students:
· Conform to reasonable standards of socially acceptable behavior.
· Respect the rights, person, and property of others.
· Preserve the degree of order necessary to the educational program in which they are engaged.
· Respond positively and promptly to those adults charged with the responsibility of monitoring student behavior.
To ensure a safe learning environment students are expected to have appropriate behavior and attendance. For each Level II violation and above, a Student Incident Report will be sent to the student's parent(s) or guardian(s) and filed in the Student Incident Report Binder. A second occurrence of a Level II violation and any violation above that level will necessitate a parent and student conference with the ECO and other staff members as appropriate. If a student receives in-school suspension or out-of-school suspension, that student may not participate in any school function or activity. Parent(s)/guardian(s) should be aware that violations of state or federal law would take priority over the CLC Student Conduct Code. Certain violations may require that law enforcement officers be contacted. Note: CLC reserves the right to modify disciplinary action based on individual circumstances and investigation.
| Academic Conduct | Behavioral Conduct | Technology Conduct |
Academic Conduct
To include, but not limited to:
| Level I Violations Neglect of academic responsibilities |
Consequences *Teacher/Student Conference *Parent/Guardian Notification *Assessment of causal factors and support/intervention as appropriate |
| Level II Violations Continued neglect of academic responsibilities |
Consequences *Parent/Student/Staff Conference *Academic contract |
Level III Violations |
Consequences *Academic Review Board/ECO *Support interventions and/or modifications of activities and privileges as appropriate |
| Level IV Violations Unresolved neglect of academic responsibilities |
Consequences *In-school alternative learning environment |
Behavioral Conduct
To include, but not limited to:
| Level I Violations Minor class disruption |
Consequences 1st Offense: *Student/Teacher conference *Warning/reprimand *Clarification of rules Further Offenses: *Parent(s)/Guardian(s) contacted *Parent/Student/Staff conference *In-school suspension When appropriate, the student is asked to be involved in reflecting upon his/her own understanding of the situation by writing either about the incident, the consequences and/or the options that could have been used to defuse the situation. |
| Level II Violations Disrespect towards staff Disrespect towards student(s) Forgery/lying Unacceptable language, gestures, or actions Defacing school property Plagiarism/Cheating (Note B) Failing to sign out when leaving with Parent/Guardian Unauthorized access to a restricted area |
Consequences 1st Offense: *Student/Teacher conference *Parent(s)/Guardian(s) contacted *Parent/ECO/Student/Staff Conference Further Offenses: *Parent(s)/Guardian(s) contacted *Parent/ECO/Student/Staff conference *In-school suspension *Suspension *Any actions or reporting as required by law |
Level III Violations |
Consequences |
| Level IV Violations Violation of Drug & Alcohol Policy - Use of/possession of/selling of prescription or nonprescription drugs, look-a-like substances, controlled substances, drug paraphernalia, or alcohol at school (Note C) Leaving school grounds without permission Possession and/or use of weapons or look-a-like weapons Physical assault on a student or staff member Tampering with fire fighting systems or alarms Terroristic threats Use of any item in a threatening or dangerous manner Arson Extortion Reckless endangerment (Note D) Sexual misconduct Violation of Tobacco Policy - Use or possession of tobacco, tobacco products at school, on school property, on school busses, or during school sponsored activities (Note E) |
Consequences 1st Offense: *Parent(s)/Guardian(s) contacted *Parent/ECO/Student/Staff conference *Suspension *Any actions or reporting as required by law Further Offenses: *Consideration of expulsion |
Note A (Dress Code):
CLC promotes proper attire in a public educational facility. We have a general expectation regarding the way students present themselves. CLC expects that students will follow the guidelines listed below:
· Dress must comply with all health and safety regulations.
· Appropriate shoes must be worn at all times.
· Any clothing or jewelry with printed material that may be considered obscene, offensive, or inappropriate is prohibited.
· Sharp, studded apparel is not permitted in light of the potential danger to others and to property.
· Since we are drug, alcohol, and tobacco free, we do not permit the wearing of items that advertise or promote the use of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products.
· Any clothing that inappropriately exposes one's body or undergarments is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: bare midriff tops, tube tops, low cut tops, backless tops, spaghetti straps, short shorts and short skirts (must extend beyond the length of the fingertips), and/or sagging pants.
If the CLC staff decides that a student is dressed inappropriately, that student will have the opportunity to change clothing or to call home for a change of clothes.
Note B (Plagiarism/Cheating):
Redo assignment or complete alternative assignment.
Note C (Drug and Alcohol Policy):
| Violations | Consequences |
|---|---|
| Possession of drug/alcohol related paraphernalia. Not under the influence. | Three day out-of-school suspension. D&A assessment required, at parent cost. Police notification. |
| Possesses, uses, or is under influence of drugs and/or alcohol, including look-a-likes. First offense. Cooperative. |
Five day out-of-school suspension. D&A assessment required, at parent cost. Police notification. |
| Possesses, uses, or is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, including look-a-likes. Uncooperative or second offense. Distributing, sharing, selling,and/or attempting to deliver drugs and/or alcohol. |
Ten day out-of-school suspension. D & A assessment required, at parent cost. Police notification. Board hearing for possible expulsion. |
Note D (Reckless Endangerment):
Reckless endangerment includes any actions that could seriously injure another person, whether intentional or not.
Note E (Tobacco Policy):
Smoking, chewing or the possession of tobacco products warrants an automatic in-school suspension. Students found smoking or in possession of tobacco products will be given a choice of either enrolling in a cessation program (at parent cost) or having the matter referred immediately to the District Magistrate. A second offense and each subsequent offense will result in a referral to the District Magistrate.
Technology Conduct
Please refer to the "Acceptable Use of Internet and Other Electronic Resources" Policy and the "Centre Learning Community Charter School Internet Use Agreement" regarding student and parent/guardian responsibilities.
To include, but not limited to:
| Level I Violations Electronic device use (Note A) Laptop Endangerment (Note B) Downloading or playing Internet games without teacher approval Downloading any items without teacher approval Using AOL or other instant messaging during the school day Plagiarism Altering technology in a way that impedes learning Sharing personal or confidential infor- mation over the Internet Not maintaining security of computer account passwords, such as sharing |
Consequences 1st Offense: *Student/Teacher conference *Warning/reprimand *Clarification of rules Further Offenses: *Parent(s)/Guardian(s) contacted *Removal of Technology Privileges in the classroom |
Level II Violations Inappropriate content stored or viewed on computer |
Consequences |
Level III Violations |
Consequences 1st Offense: *Student/Teacher conference *Parent(s)/Guardian(s) contacted *Parent/ECO/Student/Staff conference *Removal of technology privileges in the classroom *Removal of CLC technology from home Further Offenses: *Parent(s)/Guardian(s) contacted *Parent/ECO/Student/Staff conference *In-school suspension *Removal of technology privileges in the classroom *Removal of CLC technology from home |
Note A (Electronic Device Use):
Beepers, telephones, pagers, cellular phones, and all other electronic devices should not be used in such a way that impedes learning, violates privacy, or interferes with the school or ESP program. CLC is not responsible for the loss, theft, or destruction of such property.
Note B (Laptop Endangerment):
Laptop endangerment includes, but is not limited to: leaving a laptop on an unstable surface, slamming laptops shut, walking with or picking up an open laptop, using or leaving a laptop on the floor, eating or drinking near a laptop, or carrying a laptop in haphazard manner.
Note C (Inappropriate Use of Internet):
CLC students are strictly prohibited from using CLC resources to access social networking websites such as MySpace.com and/or Facebook, Additionally, file sharing programs such as Limewire may not be used to listen to or download music. Also, the use of anonymizers is strictly prohibited.