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| Elementary Code of Conduct (Grades K-6) |
| Secondary Code of Conduct (Grades 7-12) |
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STUDENT CONDUCT All students of the School System are charged with the responsibility to conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to good citizenship everywhere. Student conduct shall be founded on the basic concept of respect and consideration for the rights of others. All students of the School System shall have the policies of the Board and administrative rules and regulations to which they are subject made available to them in written form at the opening of school each year. These policies and rules and regulations shall be developed cooperatively by the Board and the school personnel who shall consider any suggestions made by the students. Said policies must be adopted by the Board. All rules and regulations must be approved by the Superintendent. STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT Violations of the student Code of Conduct are grouped into the three classifications of minor, intermediate, and major offenses. Each classification is followed by a disciplinary procedure to be implemented by the principal or designees. In the following cases of violations and disciplinary procedures, the principal or designee shall hear the student's explanation and consult with school personnel. Each classroom teacher will deal with general classroom disruption by taking in-class disciplinary action which will include a personal call to the parent(s) or guardian(s) when feasible and/or by scheduling conferences with the parent or guardian and other school staff. When the action taken by the teacher is ineffective or the disruption is severe, the student will be referred to the office. FILE: JCDA STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT MINOR OFFENSES – CLASS I 1.01 Disobedience/Disruptive behavior/Distraction of other students Any conduct and/or behavior, which is disruptive to the orderly educational process in the classroom or any similar grouping for instruction. Examples: talking excessively, interrupting class functions, provoking other students 1.02 Illegal organizations Any participation in fraternities, sororities, and secret societies. 1.03 Threat, harassment, or intimidation of a student The intentional, unlawful threat by word or act to another student, coupled with an apparent ability to do so, and doing some act which creates a well-founded fear in the person that such harm is likely. 1.04 Stealing/Larceny/Petty Theft The intentional, unlawful taking and/or carrying away of public, real, or personal property valued at less than $100.00 belonging to or in the lawful possession or custody of another. 1.05 Tardiness Reporting late to school or class. 1.06 Use of profane or obscene language 1.07 Nonconformity to dress code ( See File JCBD ) 1.08 Minor disruption on a school bus 1.09 Inappropriate public display of affection ANY physical contact, such as hand holding, arms around waist, etc. 1.10 Possession of stolen property with the knowledge that it is stolen 1.11 Intentionally providing false information to a Board employee Including, but not limited to, forgery of parent’s (s’) name(s); intentionally providing false information to parents, such as changing grades. 1.12 Repeated refusal to complete class assignments and failure to bring required instructional materials to class 1.13 Vehicular violations 1.14 Any other violation which the principal/designee may deem reasonable to fall within this category. ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSES – CLASS I Administrative responses for Class I violations include, but are not limited to, the following: · Student conference · Parent contact(s)/conference(s) · After-school detention · Suspension from school/bus · Out-of-school suspension not to exceed three (3) days (not to exceed a cumulative total of 10 days per term for non-special education students and 10 days per academic term for special education students) · Corporal punishment · Assignment to in-school suspension (alternative to suspension) INTERMEDIATE OFFENSES – CLASS II 2.01 Defiance of Board employee’s authority Any verbal or non-verbal refusal to comply with lawful and reasonable direction or order of a Board employee. 2.02 Possession, control, or use of tobacco products The use of any tobacco products while under school jurisdiction. 2.03 Battery upon students The actual and intentional pushing or striking of another student against the will of the other or the intentional causing of bodily harm to another individual. 2.04 Fighting Any physical conflict between two or more individuals. 2.05 Vandalism Intentional, unlawful taking and/or carrying of public, real, or personal property valued at less than $100.00, belonging to or in the lawful possession or custody of another. 2.06 Gambling Any participation in games of chance for money and/or other things of value. 2.07 Unauthorized absence from school or class 2.08 Disorderly conduct Any act which substantially disrupts the orderly conduct of a school function or which disrupts the orderly learning environment or poses a threat to health, safety, and/or welfare of students, staff, or others. 2.09 Threats/Intimidation/Extortion Unlawfully placing another person in fear of bodily harm through verbal threats without displaying a weapon or subjecting the person to actual physical attack; the verbal or by a written or printed communication, malicious threatening of injury to the person, property, or reputation of another, with the intent to extort money or any pecuniary advantage whatsoever, or with the intent to compel the person so threatened or any other person to do any act or refrain from doing any act against his/her will. NOTE: completion of the threat, either by the victim’s complying with the demands or the carrying out of the threats against the victim, constitutes a Class III offense. 2.10 Trespassing The willful entering or remaining in any structure, conveyance, or property without being authorized, licensed, or invited; or having been authorized, licensed, or invited, is warned by an authorized person to depart and refuses to do so. 2.11 Persistent, willful disobedience Reoccurring, intentional violation of the code of student conduct as determined by the school administrator which substantially disrupts the orderly conduct of a school function; behavior which substantially disrupts the orderly learning environment, or poses a threat to the health, safety, and/or welfare of students, staff or others. 2.12 Offensive touching of another person 2.13 Written or verbal propositions to promote sexual acts 2.14 Use of obscene manifestations (verbal, written, physical) toward another student 2.15 Directing obscene or profane language to a Board employee or visitor Verbal assault upon a Board employee or visitor. 2.16 Harassment/Harassing Communications Intent to harass, annoy, or alarm another person by striking, shoving, kicking, or otherwise touching a person or subjecting him/her to physical contact; directing abusive or obscene language or making an obscene gesture towards another person. Communicates with a person, anonymously or otherwise, by telephone, telegraph, mail, or any form of written or electronic communication in a manner likely to harass or cause alarm 2.17 Carrying and/or using electronic communication device or pocket pager In accordance with The Code of Alabama, 16-1-27, such behavior is in violation of state law. 2.18 Any other offense which the principal/designee may reasonably deem to fall within this category ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSES – CLASS II Administrative responses for Class II violations include, but are not limited to, the following: · Parent contact(s)/conference(s) · Corporal punishment · Out-of-school suspension · Assignment to Alternative School · Assignment to in-school suspension MAJOR OFFENSES – CLASS III 3.01 Drugs and Alcohol Unauthorized possession, transfer, use, or sale of drugs, drug paraphernalia, or alcoholic beverages. In accordance with legislative Act 94-783, a person/student who unlawfully sells, furnishes, or gives a controlled substance to a minor may be liable for injury or damage or both. 3.02 Arson The willful and malicious burning of any part of a building or its contents. In accordance with legislative Act 94-819, parents are liable for damages to school property caused by their child(ren). 3.03 Battery Upon Board Employee The threatening by word or act or the unlawful and intentional touching or striking of a Board employee against his or her will, or the intentional causing of bodily harm to a School 3.04 Robbery The taking of money or other property from the person which may be the subject of larceny from the person or custody of another by force, violence, assault or other putting in fear of same. 3.05 Stealing/Larceny/Grand Theft The intentional, unlawful taking and/or carrying away of property valued at $100 or more belonging to or in the lawful possession or custody of another. 3.06 Burglary of school property The breaking in to, entering, or remaining in a structure or conveyance with the intent to commit an offense therein during the hours the premises are closed to the public. 3.07 Criminal mischief Willful and malicious injury or damages at or in excess of $200 to public property, or real property belonging to another. 3.08 Possession of firearms Any firearm (including a starter gun) which will, or is designed to, or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive; the frame or receiver of any such weapon; any firearm muffler or firearm silencer; any destructive device. In accordance with legislative Act 94-817, the possession of a deadly weapon on school premises with intent to do bodily harm is a Class C felony. 3.09 Discharging of any pistol, rifle, shotgun, air-gun, pellet gun, or BB gun, or any other device on school property 3.10 Possession of weapons Any knife, metallic knuckles, tear gas gun, chemical weapon or device, or any other weapon, instrument, or other object capable of causing bodily harm, or with the intent to be armed. In accordance with legislative Act 94-817, the possession of a deadly weapon on school premises with intent to do bodily harm is a Class C felony. 3.11 Bomb threats Any communication(s) directed to a School Board employee which has the effect of interrupting the educational environment. 3.12 Explosives/fireworks/firecrackers/incendiary devices/poison gas Preparing, possessing, or igniting on School Board property, explosives likely to cause serious bodily injury or property damage. 3.13 Sexual acts/battery Acts of sexual nature including, but not limited to, attempted rape, or rape. 3.14 Aggravated battery Intentionally causing great bodily harm, disability, or permanent disfigurement; use of a deadly weapon. 3.15 Disruptive demonstrations/inciting participating in major student disorder Demonstrations consisting of five or more participants who, in a course of a demonstration, are likely to cause substantial harm or serious inconvenience, annoyance, or harm, and intentionally refuse or fail to disperse when ordered to do so by an authorized school official, peace officer, or other public servant lawfully engaged in or executing or enforcing the law. 3.16 Unjustified activation of a fire alarm system 3.17 Sexual harassment To discriminate against a student in any course or program of study in any educational institution in the evaluation of achievement or in providing benefits, privileges, and placement services on the basis of that student’s submission or rejection of sexual advances or requests for sexual favors by administrators, staff, teachers, students, or other School Board employees; deliberate, repeated, and unsolicited physical actions, gestures, or verbal or written comments of a sexual nature, when such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with a student’s academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive learning environment. 3.18 Homicide (on school campus) Murder and non-negligent manslaughter, killing of one human being by another, killing a person through negligence. 3.19 Kidnapping Unlawfully seizing, transporting, and/or detaining a person against his/her will or of a minor without the consent of his/her custodial parent(s) or legal guardian. 3.20 Any other offense which the principal may deem reasonable to fall within this category. ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSES CLASS III Administrative responses for Class III violations include, but are not limited to the following: --------------- --------------- --------------- Out-of-school suspension · Expulsion · Legal action Assignment to Alternative School http://www.thomasvilleschools.org/highschool/CODE%20OF%20CONDUCT/CodeOfConduct.htm Behavior and Guidance Reasons for Misbehavior All children misbehave sometimes. That is a normal part of growing up. But children's behavior is also influenced strongly by the people and the environment around them. Here are some reasons a child might be misbehaving: Needs a nap Feels ill Needs food/drink Has too much stimulation Feels bored Feels frustrated Feels scared around strangers Needs to feel a sense of power and control Needs attention Preventing Misbehavior You can prevent some misbehavior of children from occurring by practicing some of the following tips: Use encouraging words - When children are behaving well, they deserve your attention and appreciation. They will learn that good behavior is a way to be noticed. Using positives - Tell children what you want them to do rather than what you do not want them to do. Changing "Don'ts" to "Do's" takes practice, but is worth the effort. "Do's" give good ideas rather than bad ones and are more easily understood. Setting limits - Limits tell a child what is expected. Too many rules and demands may overwhelm a young child, but setting a few limits on matters that are really important reduces conflict and the need for making more discipline decisions. Limits are most effective when they match a child's ability; are expressed in clear, positive terms; are consistently enforced; and are based on reasons the child understands. Example: The child can no longer sleep at nap-time but becomes overtired by the end of the day. You insist that she spend an hour doing quiet activities after lunch. Giving choices - When children are allowed to make small choices (Examples: An apple or raisins for snack, television or a story before bed) they learn to make simple decisions and will be prepared to make more important decisions in the future. They feel a sense of power and control over their lives when they can make some choices. Use humor - Children respond well to humor. It is effective at breaking tension or avoiding a struggle. (Example: The child has left his jacket outside. You say, "I see a lost jacket out in the yard. I hope someone helps that poor jacket find it's way home.") Warnings - Letting a child know in advance what to expect eases transitions and reduces resistance. (Example: The children are busy playing. You let them know that lunch will be ready in ten minutes.) Planning ahead - You can be prepared so that problem behavior is avoided. (Example: You know the child becomes irritable when he gets bored so you pack some toys and activities to play with when you babysit this child.) Change the setting - You can change the child's environment so that certain misbehaviors are prevented. (Example: This toddler likes to tear up newspapers so you put the newspaper out of site.) Role model - You practice the behavior you would like the children in your care to adopt. (Example: You want the child to let someone finish speaking so you do not interrupt the child when she speaks.) When misbehavior does occur, it is first important to try to determine the reason for the misbehavior. By knowing the reason why a child behaved in an inappropriate way, then you can use the appropriate discipline technique. Handling Behavior Problems Here are some ideas for handling common behavior problems: Diverting attention - This works well for infants and toddlers as they are easily distracted. Diverting attention from an activity you disapprove of by substituting another plaything or leading the child to another activity is an easy way to avoid a meaningless struggle with a child who is too young to understand and learn from other methods. Calming time - A calming time may be used to separate fighting children or calm an over-excited child. You need to calmly explain to the child/children that they must sit quietly for three minutes (you may want to give one minute of calming time for every year of the child's age — a four year old would receive 4 minutes of calming time). Calming time gives children time to simmer down, think about their behavior and realize that you will not allow such behavior to continue. Ignoring misbehavior - This is an effective way to deal with fighting between siblings and misbehavior that is directed at getting attention. Children do need attention, and it is important that you give a child your attention at other times and especially when they are behaving well. Children who do not get enough positive attention will settle for negative attention (Example: yelling) brought on by misbehavior. Redirect behavior - You can move a child away from behavior you do not like by suggesting an alternate acceptable behavior. (Example: The child is throwing a ball in the house. You set out some paper cups and suggest that the child try bowling, stressing that the ball must be rolled.) Consequences - Allowing children to experience the consequences of their behavior can be more meaningful than any action a caregiver could take. A child who experiences unpleasant consequences of behavior will not be likely to act that way again. Consequences may be: Natural - A child who acts bossy may spend a lonely day after playmates decide to leave. Logical - A child who rides a bike in the street is not allowed to use the bike for a period of time. Logical consequences are used when the natural consequences (being hit by a car while riding a bike in the street) would effect a child's health or safety. Sometimes it is difficult for a caregiver to allow a child to experience consequences but it is important to remember that the child is learning. Problem Solving - You can talk with the child about why she is behaving in a certain way, why the behavior is unacceptable and how you might work together to change the behavior. (Example: When the child is angry, she slams her door, this causes the pictures to fall off the wall. Next time she is angry, she will tell you how she feels.) |