Weapons, Explosives and Dangerous Objects and/or Instruments

SCHOOL DISTRICT POLICY 501

Note: IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION OR KNOWLEDGE OF ANY POTENTIAL HARM TO OTHERS OR TO SCHOOL PROPERTY AT ANYTIME, IMMEDIATELY INFORM AN ADULT.

No student or non student, including adults and visitors, shall possess, use or distribute a weapon when in a school location except as provided in Fairmont Area School District Policy 501. The school district will act to enforce this policy and to discipline or take appropriate action against any student, teacher, administrator, school employee, volunteer, or member of the public who violates this policy.

FOR EACH OFFENSE

Students in possession of dangerous objects and/or explosives may be suspended and the possibility of expulsion with immediate notification of parents. A conference with guardians, student, and administrator is required before readmission to school. In addition, law enforcement agencies shall be notified.