GENERAL PROHIBITED BEHAVIOR
1. Insubordination – Refusal to respond to or to carry out reasonable and lawful directions of authorized school personnel.
Verbal Abuse – Name-calling, racial slurs, profanity, creation of memes, or derogatory statements addressed publicly to others designed to precipitate disruption of the school progress or incite violence.
2. Loitering – Trespassing. Being in a school building on school property during school hours or during extracurricular activities at a site other than where the student is enrolled without having promptly secured authorization from the school office.
3. Refusal to Identify Self – Refusing to show identification card and/or to give correct name when requested to do so by school personnel, or the use of another person’s name or identify. ID cards must be worn at all times. Replacement costs will be as follows:
First replacement: $2.00
Second replacement: $5.00
Third replacement: $10.00
4. Public Displays – Public displays of affection is not acceptable behavior. DISPLAY OF AFFECTION Demonstration of one’s affection toward another person has an appropriate time and place. However, public displays of affection and/or physical contact (UNDUE FAMILIARITY) are not considered acceptable behavior. This includes kissing, touching, petting or any other contact that may be considered sexual in nature. Excessive displays of affection may result in suspension from school or possibly expulsion
5. Truancy – Unexcused absences from classes, lunchroom, homeroom, or chronic tardiness. The student will be charged with a skip if he/she is more than five (5) minutes tardy.
6. Gambling – Participating in games of chance or skill for money or profit.
7. Student Demonstrations – Any form of student protest or demonstration that results in disruption of the normal educational process or that is conducted in a manner that violates legal restraints.
8. Excessive Absence – In pursing quality standards for accreditation and meeting the daily average attendance of at least 90%, a student will be allowed no more than seven (7) non-suspension absences per marking period to receive a grade. An attendance committee will review medical documentation. The committee’s decision will be final. Renton works in cooperation with the Wayne County “Erase Truancy” program.
9. Disruption or other Misconduct – Other misconducts, not listed above that disrupts or interferes with the educational process.
10. Food – All food and beverages purchased in the cafeteria/vending machines must be eaten in the cafeteria. Candy and gum are allowed at lunch but not in the halls or classrooms.
11. Unnecessary Roughness – Engaging in a physical activity (horseplay) that threatens the safety of another student.
12. Electronic Devices/Personal Property – In accordance with Section 1303 of the Revised School Code students are prohibited to carry cassette players, CD players, video equipment, television sets, radios, headsets, personal safety devices, game pieces (such as dice), playing cards, laser lights and any type of electrical entertainment for personal use are also prohibited during school hours. Any of these devices will be confiscated on the first offense. A second offense will result in a permanent confiscation plus a one-day suspension. This is a progressive policy, and only a parent or legal guardian may retrieve confiscated items.
13. Instigating – any act that leads to a potential situation in which a fight may occur but has not yet taken place. This includes students who engage in or encourage disruptive verbal confrontations during or after school. Such behavior may include, but are not limited to shouting, pushing, foul language, racial/ethnic or sexual slurs.
Verbal Abuse – Name-calling, racial slurs, profanity, creation of memes, or derogatory statements addressed publicly to others designed to precipitate disruption of the school progress or incite violence.
2. Loitering – Trespassing. Being in a school building on school property during school hours or during extracurricular activities at a site other than where the student is enrolled without having promptly secured authorization from the school office.
3. Refusal to Identify Self – Refusing to show identification card and/or to give correct name when requested to do so by school personnel, or the use of another person’s name or identify. ID cards must be worn at all times. Replacement costs will be as follows:
First replacement: $2.00
Second replacement: $5.00
Third replacement: $10.00
4. Public Displays – Public displays of affection is not acceptable behavior. DISPLAY OF AFFECTION Demonstration of one’s affection toward another person has an appropriate time and place. However, public displays of affection and/or physical contact (UNDUE FAMILIARITY) are not considered acceptable behavior. This includes kissing, touching, petting or any other contact that may be considered sexual in nature. Excessive displays of affection may result in suspension from school or possibly expulsion
5. Truancy – Unexcused absences from classes, lunchroom, homeroom, or chronic tardiness. The student will be charged with a skip if he/she is more than five (5) minutes tardy.
6. Gambling – Participating in games of chance or skill for money or profit.
7. Student Demonstrations – Any form of student protest or demonstration that results in disruption of the normal educational process or that is conducted in a manner that violates legal restraints.
8. Excessive Absence – In pursing quality standards for accreditation and meeting the daily average attendance of at least 90%, a student will be allowed no more than seven (7) non-suspension absences per marking period to receive a grade. An attendance committee will review medical documentation. The committee’s decision will be final. Renton works in cooperation with the Wayne County “Erase Truancy” program.
9. Disruption or other Misconduct – Other misconducts, not listed above that disrupts or interferes with the educational process.
10. Food – All food and beverages purchased in the cafeteria/vending machines must be eaten in the cafeteria. Candy and gum are allowed at lunch but not in the halls or classrooms.
11. Unnecessary Roughness – Engaging in a physical activity (horseplay) that threatens the safety of another student.
12. Electronic Devices/Personal Property – In accordance with Section 1303 of the Revised School Code students are prohibited to carry cassette players, CD players, video equipment, television sets, radios, headsets, personal safety devices, game pieces (such as dice), playing cards, laser lights and any type of electrical entertainment for personal use are also prohibited during school hours. Any of these devices will be confiscated on the first offense. A second offense will result in a permanent confiscation plus a one-day suspension. This is a progressive policy, and only a parent or legal guardian may retrieve confiscated items.
13. Instigating – any act that leads to a potential situation in which a fight may occur but has not yet taken place. This includes students who engage in or encourage disruptive verbal confrontations during or after school. Such behavior may include, but are not limited to shouting, pushing, foul language, racial/ethnic or sexual slurs.
Due Process and Free Speech
Prior to acting on a staff member’s recommendation for a long=term (over 10 days)
Suspension or expulsion from school, the administration shall accord the student the rights of due process afforded in all cases of student discipline.
This Policy shall not be interpreted to prohibit a reasoned and civil exchange of opinions, or debate that is protected by state or federal law.
Prior to acting on a staff member’s recommendation for a long=term (over 10 days)
Suspension or expulsion from school, the administration shall accord the student the rights of due process afforded in all cases of student discipline.
This Policy shall not be interpreted to prohibit a reasoned and civil exchange of opinions, or debate that is protected by state or federal law.
TARDINESS
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EXCLUSION FROM CLASS
Exclusion means removal from class. A teacher may immediately exclude from his/her class a student who, in the teacher’s opinion, is causing serious disruption. All instances of exclusion must be followed by the teacher’s attempt to contact parents.
Criminal sexual Conduct
Public Act 451 of 1976, Section 1311 (2) prohibits a student from committing criminal sexual conduct in a school building, on school ground, or on any other school property. Of a student engages in such conduct, the District shall expel the student permanently subject to reinstatement. A student thus expelled shall be referred to the criminal justice system and the appropriate County Department of Social Services or community mental health agency.
“Criminal sexual conduct” means a violation as set forth in Chapter LXXVI or the Michigan Penal Code (MCL 750.520B to MCL 750.520g). Sexual Harassment Policy
It is the policy of the Huron School District to maintain a workplace that is free from sexual harassment and discrimination. Sexual harassment is a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Michigan Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act and will not be tolerated by any person, or in any form. This policy shall apply to all students, employees, Board members, or any person associated with Huron School District in their conduct and communication with students, parents, and citizens when these individuals are on or off school premises while they are participating in school sponsored functions. Sexual harassment is defined as (but not limited to) unwelcome sexual advances, requests or pressure (subtle or overt) for sexual favors, engaging in improper physical conduct, or making improper sexual comments (including sex oriented kidding), creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive school environment. A copy of Sexual Harassment Policy and Complaint Procedures in its entirety is available upon request. A complaint of conduct perceived to be sexual harassment should immediately be reported to Katrina Burnham, Office of Superintendent, and Huron School District. Retaliation against any person for complaining about sexual harassment, or participating in a sexual harassment investigation, is prohibited and will not be tolerated.
Complaints regarding discrimination or harassment may also be filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in Washington, D.C., or with the Michigan Department of Civil Rights within 180 days of the alleged violation. |
Questioning by a Police Officer
If a student is questioned by a police officer, the school administration will attempt to see that:
In all matters, the District respects the proper authority of law enforcement agencies and authorities and will comply reasonably with their requests. Possession/Use of Weapons
Public Act 451 of 1976, Section 1311 (2) requires that the District shall permanently expel a student who possesses a dangerous weapon in a Weapon-Free School Zone. Additionally, a student shall not have possession of or use of legitimate tool, instrument, or equipment as a weapon, or use a dangerous instrument capable of harming another person. A student thus expelled shall be referred to the criminal justice system and the appropriate County Department of Social Services or community mental health agency.
A school board is not required to expel a student for possessing a weapon if the student establishes by clear and convincing evidence at least one of the following:
“Weapon-Free School Zone” is defined as school property and/or a vehicle used by a school to transport students to or from school property. “School Property” means a building, playing field, or property used for school purposes to impart instruction to children or used for functions or events sponsored by a school, except a building used primarily for adult education or college extension courses. “Legitimate tool” includes, but is not limited to, pens, pencils, compasses, or combs. “Dangerous instrument” includes, but is not limited to, Chemical Mace, pepper gas or like substances, stun guns, BB guns, pellet guns, razors, or box cutters. |