BOE FINAL DRAFT 25.26 TSD Student Code of Conduct - Flipbook - Page 15
Due Process - Procedures for Discipline
Introduction These procedures govern the suspension, expulsion, or permanent expulsion of a student
from the School District's regular educational program.
If a student charged with violation of this Student Code of Conduct has been returned to the regular
school program pending a decision by a School District administrator, the reinstatement does not limit or
prejudice the School District's right to suspend or expel the student following a decision by a superior
administrator.
The initial judgment that a student has engaged in a prohibited act under this Student Code of Conduct
shall be made by the building administrator.
During suspension, expulsion, or permanent expulsion, a student may not participate in or attend schoolsponsored activities, either on or off campus, nor be on school district property.
Short-Term Suspension (10 School Days or Fewer)
As a general rule, prior to any out-of-school suspension, the building administrator will:
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Inform the student of the misconduct or behavior for which discipline is being considered and, if
the student denies the misconduct or behavior, an explanation of the evidence the administrator
possesses;
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Provide the student an opportunity to explain their version of the facts; and
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Consider each of seven individual factors, including restorative practices, listed on page 5 of this
Student Code of Conduct.
If a student's presence in school poses an immediate danger to persons or property or an ongoing threat
of disruption to the educational process, the building administrator may immediately suspend the student,
and as soon thereafter as reasonable, provide the student with their due process rights as set forth
above.
If, after following this procedure, the administrator determines that the student has engaged in a
prohibited act under the Student Code of Conduct, the administrator may impose a disciplinary penalty of
a suspension not to exceed ten (10) school days.
The principal or designee shall inform (in person or by phone) the student's parent of the suspension and
of the reasons and conditions of the suspension and, thereafter, in writing. A building administrator's
decision to impose a penalty of up to ten (10) school days is final and not subject to further review or
appeal.
Long-Term Suspension (11 School Days or More), Expulsion (60 School Days or More), and
Permanent Expulsion
Step 1. If the building administrator decides that a suspension for eleven (11) or more school days or
expulsion is warranted, the student and the parent shall be notified in writing of:
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The charges against the student;
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The potential range of disciplinary action;
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The fact that a hearing will be held with the building administrator; and
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The time, place, location, and procedures to be followed at the hearing.
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