Due Process for Students

Students shall be afforded a clear explanation for behavior expectations and consequences should intervention be needed based on student behavior.  Students requiring intervention will: 

• be informed of conduct which would result in disciplinary action against the student;

• given notice of the rule violation;

• offered an explanation of the evidence supporting the charge;

• given an opportunity to present the student’s side of the story;

• assigned a penalty that is proportionate to the violation.

Notification of Parents/Guardians:  

When discipline is imposed, parents/guardians will be contacted by email and/or mailing of the office referral and/or by phone to make them aware of the situation and to discuss appropriate steps to resolve the situation or to address a future situation.