Ferguson-Florissant School District - Student Discipline Code

2003-04 Student Discipline Code

Dear Parents and Students:

The Ferguson-Florissant School District Board of Education is committed to success for all students by supporting a school climate that is safe and conducive to a positive teaching- learning environment. The Board of Education has approved a discipline policy to provide the conditions for student success. This pamphlet identifies general behavioral guidelines for the school year. Our families are encouraged to review together the behavioral expectations and consequences which will help ensure that Ferguson-Florissant students will be assured of a productive, safe environment that promotes learning.

Individual schools within this framework may have additional guidelines that speak more directly to the organization and expectations of a particular school. Building principals will distribute this information to parents and students at the beginning of the school year.
If you have questions after reading the Student Discipline Code, you are encouraged to contact the building principal.

Jeffrey R. Spiegel
Area Executive Director
Secondary Schools and
Student Support Services

Each student in the Ferguson-Florissant School District, being limited only by individual differences, will be given the opportunity to develop and achieve. Therefore, the school district will foster an educational environment that provides equal educational opportunities for all students. Educational programs, services, vocational opportunities, and extracurricular activities will be designed to meet the varying needs of all students and will not discriminate against any individual for reasons of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, economic status or disability. The Ferguson-Florissant School District will transport or cause to be transported disabled students to accessible school sites. Students, faculty, and the public will be notified of this policy and grievance procedures annually. The locations of services, activities, and facilities accessible by disabled persons include Wedgwood Elementary School, Cross Keys Middle School, and McCluer North High School. Any individual with complaints or concerns regarding this policy may initiate due process by contacting John Wright, assistant superintendent of personnel and Title IX, Section 504 coordinator, at 506-9000.

Student Discipline:
All students of the Ferguson-Florissant School District will have the knowledge, skills, abilities, and attitudes to become productive citizens and lifelong learners in a changing global society.
The Ferguson-Florissant Board of Education expects every student to:

Comply with district policies and school regulations.
Respect and obey all persons in authority.
Be prompt and regular in attendance, equipped with the necessary books, paper and other school supplies.
Meet classroom standards of behavior and performance.
Cooperate with bus drivers and posted bus rules.
Maintain appropriate habits of communication, dress, and personal cleanliness.
Cooperate with students who have been given special responsibilities.
Respect the dignity, rights, and property of others and avoid any activity which may endanger the health and safety of others.
Assume responsibility for the care of school property.
Accept the consequences of his or her own actions.

The Board of Education believes that education can only progress when discipline is fairly and consistently exercised.

What to Expect While Attending Ferguson-Florissant Schools:
The Ferguson-Florissant School District has as one of its purposes the development of positive character traits in our students. These are traits that we all agree are necessary to develop individuals who will make positive contributions to society. These traits are self-esteem, responsibility, respect, honesty, cooperation, and humanity. Students, parents, and guardians need to know the standards of conduct that students are expected to observe in the schools and the consequences of their failure to obey these standards. A copy of this code and any local school rules will be sent annually to all parents and guardians. Students and staff will also receive a copy, and meetings will be held to discuss these codes prior to or shortly after the school year begins. At the time of registration, new students and their parents or guardians will be provided with a copy of this code and any local school rules. Students entering Ferguson-Florissant School District having demonstrated poor academic achievement may be placed on "Academic Concern Status". Their academic achievement will be closely monitored by teachers, counselors and administrators.

Public Complaints
The Board recognizes that situations of concern to parents/guardians or the public may arise in the operation of the district. Such concerns are best resolved through communication with the appropriate staff members and officers of the school district, such as the faculty, the principals, the superintendent, and finally the Board.

The following procedures are to be followed by persons with questions or complaints regarding the operation of the school district:

1. Complaints on behalf of individual students should first be addressed to the teacher or appropriate staff member.

2. Unsettled matters from (1) above, or problems and questions concerning individual schools, should be directed to the principal of the school.

3. Unsettled matters from (2) above, or problems and questions concerning the school district, should be directed to the appropriate area executive director, then, if necessary, to the superintendent.

4. If the matter cannot be settled satisfactorily by the superintendent, it should be brought to the Board of Education. Questions and comments submitted to the secretary of the Board in letter form will be brought to the attention of the entire Board. If necessary, a Board hearing will be scheduled to resolve the complaint. However, the decision of the Board shall be final except in the case of complaints concerning the administration of federal programs. In that case, the complainant may go to the appropriate section of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and from there on to the United States Secretary of Education.

The Board considers it the responsibility of the professional and support staff of the district to field the questions of parents/guardians or the public and shall refer individuals with complaints to the proper staff member as outlined above.

The Schools' Authority:
The Ferguson-Florissant School District is committed to providing a non-violent and drug-free learning environment. The Ferguson-Florissant School District has the authority under Section 171.011, RSMo. to control student conduct that disrupts the good order and discipline in its schools, or conduct that may harm the morale or good behavior of students. Students are subject to disciplinary action by the school district for violation of the Safe Schools Act upon notification, regardless of where the violation occurred. When necessary, any employee of the district may engage in reasonable physical restraint of students to maintain orderly student conduct. It is the parent's responsibility to model appropriate behavior. Staff members and parents of the Ferguson-Florissant School District have the mutual responsibility of ensuring the best education for each student and modeling appropriate behavior. Parent/Staff conferences and other communications shall be conducted in a civil manner. Any conference or communication that degenerates into verbal abuse (i.e. profanity, obscenity, shouting, etc.) or threats will not be tolerated and shall be ended immediately and reported to appropriate authorities (i.e. District Administration, Security and/or Police). Persistent adult disruptions to the educational process will result in the issuing of a no trespassing letter.

The Ferguson-Florissant Student Discipline Code separates student misconduct into two categories: Type I Behavior is considered serious misconduct, and Type II Behavior is less serious, but still disruptive and unacceptable.

Students may not commit Type I or Type II Behaviors on the school grounds before, during, or after school, at any other time when the building is being used by a school or community group, off school grounds at a school activity or function. In addition, students may not commit Type I or Type II Behavior at the bus stop, on the bus or any other means of transportation coming to or from school, or any school function. All staff members have the authority and responsibility to maintain appropriate student conduct. The schools' authority extends to student possessions kept in their automobiles while parked on school property. Any vehicle driven by a Ferguson- Florissant School District student entering school property is subject to search by school authorities. Such search may be conducted without warrant and without prior ratifications for any reasonable purpose and in a reasonable manner. Desks and lockers are the property of the district and searches may be done at the discretion of building administrators. Students may also be disciplined for misconduct occurring off school grounds which affects the school discipline or the general safety and welfare of students and staff.

Transportation Department
It is the intention of the Ferguson-Florissant School District to provide a safe and efficient transportation system for the students of our district. These regulations are in place to provide safety for bus riders, pedestrians, and other motor vehicles. Violations of the rules will result in consequences ranging from student conference to loss of bus privileges up to and including the penalties for Type I and Type II Behavior. The behaviors compiled in this manual are considered to be unacceptable by students using the school transportation system. The District would like to emphasize that this list is not an all-inclusive statement of every possible discipline problem, but is an attempt by the school district to list some examples of unacceptable behavior and understand the consequences for such behavior. Below is the list of rules posted on every bus servicing the district. Please read the list and go over the list with your child(ren).

1. Observe same conduct as in the classroom.
2. Be courteous, use no profane language.
3. Do not eat or drink on the bus.
4. Keep the bus clean.
5. Cooperate with the driver.
6. Do not smoke.
7. Do not be destructive.
8. Stay in your seat.
9. Keep head, hands, and feet inside the bus.
10. Bus driver is authorized to assign seats and check student ID badges.

TYPE I BEHAVIOR
Type I Behavior is student misconduct that is serious enough to result in a Superintendent's Suspension up to 180 school days or an expulsion. Violations of the Safe Schools Act, wherever they occur, will be a Type I Behavior. These allegations include:

First degree murder under section 565.020, RSMo;
Second degree murder under section 565.021, RSMo;
Kidnapping under section 565.110, RSMo;
First degree assault under section 565.050, RSMo;
Forcible rape under section 566.030, RSMo;
Forcible sodomy under section 566.060, RSMo;
Burglary in the first degree under section 569.160, RSMo;
Robbery in the first degree under section 569.020 RSMo;
Distribution of drugs under section 195.211, RSMo;
Distribution of drugs to a minor under section 195.212, RSMo;
Arson in the first degree under section 569.040, RSMo;
Voluntary manslaughter under section 565.023, RSMo;
Involuntary manslaughter under section 565.024, RSMo;
Second degree assault under section 565.060, RSMo;
Sexual assault under section 566.040, RSMo;
Felonious restraint under section 565.120, RSMo;
Property damage in the first degree under section 569.100, RSMo;
The possession of a weapon under chapter 571, RSMo;
Child molestation in the first degree;
Deviate sexual assault;
Sexual misconduct involving a child;
Sexual abuse

In addition, the student may be reassigned by the Superintendent to another school in the District after the suspension. Type I Behavior includes student conduct that violates the following standards:

STANDARD 1
Disruption of School
A student may not cause the disruption or obstruction of the function of school by the use of racial insults, violence, force, noise, coercion, threats, intimidation, passive resistance, extortion, or any other conduct that may result in disruption.

A student may not encourage other students to engage in the conduct described above that would disrupt or obstruct the function of school.

When done for the purpose of disrupting or obstructing the function of school, the following list is not all inclusive, but represents the kinds of offenses that are considered disruptive:

Occupying any or part of school buildings, grounds, or bus with the intent of obstructing others of its use.
Blocking the entrance or exit of any school building, corridor or room with the intent of obstructing others from entering, exiting or using the space.
Setting fire to or substantially damaging any school building or property.
Promoting or participating in any gang-related behavior. Students are also prohibited from displaying or wearing any secret organization or gang logos which the school deems disruptive.
Possessing, firing, displaying or threatening use of firearms, explosives, or other weapons on school grounds or at school events.
Preventing, or attempting to prevent by a physical act, the function of any school official, class, activity, meeting or assembly.
Blocking normal pedestrian or vehicular traffic on school grounds without the direct instruction of the principal.
Continuously making noise or acting in any manner that would prevent school personnel from fulfilling their responsibilities.
Making bomb threats/false alarms -
A student may not make a false statement regarding the possession or location of an explosive or arson materials of any kind. A student may not report a fire or activate a fire alarm system when no fire exists.
Making proven false accusations against staff members.
Any student who has been charged, convicted or pleads guilty in a court of general jurisdiction of a felony may be suspended and/or expelled.

STANDARD 2
Damage to School Property
A student may not willfully cause or attempt to cause damage to District property (including defacing the school or its property) or the property of others at school or at a school activity. Repeated minor damage to school or personal property may be the basis for a Superintendent's Suspension or Expulsion. Restitution for any damage caused, or the replacement of property may be sought under Missouri State law. Student diplomas may be withheld until restitution is made. (Police Notified)

STANDARD 3
Theft of School Property, Personal Property and Possession of Stolen Property
A student may not steal or attempt to steal the property of the District, or of others. A student may not receive or possess property stolen from the District, an employee or a student. Restitution or replacement of any stolen property may be sought under Missouri State law. (Police Notified)

STANDARD 4
Threats, Fighting, Assault and Battery, Attending Fights
The Ferguson-Florissant School District has established a policy of zero tolerance towards violence. A student may not threaten anyone. A student may not cause, attempt to cause or behave in a way that could cause physical injury to another student, a school employee, or any other person; this includes fighting. Students shall not go towards or attend a fight. Acts of violence will be dealt with by excluding students from school according to the Student Discipline Code and reporting the incident to the police.

Acts of violence covered as both Type I and Type II Behavior reflect the varying ages of our students, their capacity for mature judgment, their size, their motivations for violence and the intensity of the violence. Any, or all of these factors, may change a Type II act of violence into a Type I act of violence. (Police Notified)

STANDARD 5
Weapons and Dangerous Instruments
A student may not possess, transmit nor handle a firearm, knife, ammunition, or other identifiable weapon, including chemical sprays (such as mace), or use any object in such a manner which utilizes it as a weapon capable of injuring another person. This policy also prohibits the possession of B-B guns, pellet guns, or look-alike weapons.
Unless the Superintendent deems otherwise, expulsion proceedings will be initiated for any student in possession of a firearm. However, federal regulations require the suspension of a student for a minimum of one calendar year when found to be in possession of a firearm. (Police Notified)

STANDARD 6
Controlled Substances
The use of illicit drugs and unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong and harmful. Consequently, a student may not possess, use, circulate or be under the influence of any controlled substances, *imitation controlled substances, chemical substances or intoxicants of any kind.
*An imitation controlled substance is one that is not a controlled substance as defined by Missouri State law, but by appearance (shape, color, size, markings) or representations made, reasonably resembles a controlled substance.

The possession, transfer, or sale of drug paraphernalia on school property or at school-sponsored activities is expressly prohibited. This standard does not apply to use of a drug that has been authorized by a medical prescription from a registered physician as long as the student complies with the District Policy regarding administration of medication to students. Any student violating this policy may be suspended from school for 180 school days and may be offered the opportunity to participate in the Drug Education Program. If the student participates in and successfully completes the program, the remaining portion of the suspension may be held in abeyance. The Drug Education Program is available for first-time offenders. (Police Notified)

STANDARD 7
Harassment, Violence or Misconduct
Harassment is illegal.

Harassment is a violation of the student code. Students shall not harass others for any reason, including age, race, sex, religion, gender, disability, or national origin. A student may not repeatedly nor flagrantly commit acts of sexual harassment against anyone.

A student may not touch another person's sexual organs or any other body part in a sexual way, whether or not the touching occurs through clothing and whether or not the touching is consensual.

A student may not expose sex organs or body parts under circumstances that such conduct is likely to be offensive or otherwise inappropriate.
A student may not sexually assault, attempt to assault, or commit any forced act of a sexual nature against anyone. (Police Notified)

STANDARD 8
Repeated School Violations
A student shall not repeatedly fail to comply with school rules or with directions of principals, teachers, teacher assistants, bus drivers, or other authorized school personnel. Type II Behaviors, repeated, persistent or exhibited over time, will be considered a Type I violation.

STANDARD 9
Habitual Truancy
A student may not accumulate an excess of eight (8) days of unexcused absences from school during a single school year.

STANDARD 10
Academic Suspension
High school students 16 years of age or older who, in the opinion of the professional staff, have the ability and background to do acceptable work, and fail three or more subjects and are not progressing toward the completion of graduation requirements in 4 years, may be excluded from school in accordance with administrative rules and procedures.

STANDARD 11
Other Misconduct
A student may not commit any other misconduct or illegal activity that is not covered by the previous standards that may be disruptive under the Schools' Authority.

When Type I Behavior Occurs:
School officials will investigate when they become aware that a Type I Behavior may have occurred. The investigation normally includes an informal conference with the student suspected of misconduct. During the conference the student will be informed of the charges and given an opportunity to admit or deny them. If the student denies the charges, the school official will explain the facts which support the proposed suspension and give the student an opportunity to present his/her version of the incident.

Community law enforcement agencies may be involved in investigations regarding Type I Behaviors. Principals must notify police of student violations of Standards 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7. Police will also be notified of offenses that would be considered a violation of the Safe Schools Act. If possible, the student conference will take place prior to calling the police. The community law enforcement agencies have the authority to take a student into custody for criminal action or violation of the juvenile code.

If the principal concludes that a student has engaged in Type I Behavior, the principal is required to suspend the student for 10 school days unless there are circumstances which clearly indicate that suspension is not warranted. The principal or designated school official will notify the student's parent or guardian prior to sending the student home. The parent or guardian must arrange for the student to be picked up from school or consent as to how the student will travel home. The principal or designated school official will inform by letter the student's parent or guardian of the suspension and the fact that the matter is being referred to the Superintendent's office and the chairman of the Administrative Discipline Review Committee for possible further actions.

When Type I Behavior has been committed and the principal has conducted an informal hearing, a written report of the incident will be sent to the Superintendent or designee and the Administrative Discipline Review Committee within 5 school days. Within 10 school days, the Administrative Discipline Review Committee shall give the suspended student and parent opportunity to present their perspective of the incident, review the principal's report and any other information the committee wishes to consider concerning the suspension and make its recommendation to the Superintendent concerning further disciplinary action.

Following this process, the Superintendent will review the matter and make a final determination concerning whether:

The student should be suspended for up to 180 school days,
Expulsion proceedings should be initiated,
Discipline reassignment should be considered,
Some other disciplinary approach should be pursued.

The Superintendent will notify the student, parent, or guardian by letter of the final decision concerning additional disciplinary action as a result of Type I Behavior. Failure of school officials to follow the above procedures does not invalidate an otherwise lawful disciplinary action. Procedures applicable to disabled students are described in board Policy 3044.

TYPE II BEHAVIOR
Student behavior that is disorderly or unacceptable but does not violate the Type I standards is known as Type II Behavior. Students who engage in Type II Behavior will not receive a Superintendent's Suspension or an Expulsion, but will be appropriately disciplined by the principal or other school official.

If a student repeats a Type II Behavior that could cause substantial problems for the school, the misconduct then becomes Type I Behavior. The principal is then required to issue a Principal's Suspension and refer the matter to the Administrative Discipline Review Committee under the Type I Behavior guidelines. (See Chart for Type II Behavior Guidelines)

Type II Behavior includes tardiness, skipping class, unexcused absence, leaving school grounds without permission, cheating, fighting, theft, gambling, using tobacco products, forgery, littering, profanity, insubordination, refusal to identify self to school officials, failure to wear student ID badge where required, verbal abuse, obscenities, racial slanders and slurs, refusal to comply with directions of staff, class disruption, inappropriate dress, trespassing, obscene gestures, lying to school authorities, inappropriate physical contact between students, possession of glass bottles, making proven false accusations against staff members and any other inappropriate behavior at school or on the school bus as defined by school officials. Electronic devices and laser pointers, which are not part of the instructional program, are not allowed in school, with the following exceptions. Electronic planners may be used as long as their presence and/or use in the classroom is not disruptive. Elementary and middle school students are not allowed to possess cell phones or pagers. High school students may possess cell phones and pagers. However, the use of these is restricted to the time before the start of the school day and after the end of the school day. These items must be kept out of sight. The school will not be responsible for the loss or the theft of these items. Students who use devices that are prohibited, disruptive or used inappropriately will be subject to disciplinary action.

A student may not commit acts of sexual harassment or violence against anyone in school.
Sexual harassment and violence includes all unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, written, physical, or visual contact of a sexual nature. Acts of sexual harassment should be reported to the building principal or to the Director of Alternative Education at 868-4660.

Profanity and obscenity as well as vulgar language are prohibited at all times on school premises and at school activities. This prohibition extends to and includes classroom instructional activities, school publications, and productions.

Any disciplinary action to be taken is at the discretion of the school official. If Type II Behavior results in a Principal's Suspension, the principal or designated official will hold an informal conference with the student prior to the suspension and will notify the student's parent or guardian or designee.

Principals are authorized to establish additional standards of conduct dealing with Type II Behavior in their buildings or on the school bus. Failure of school officials to follow the above procedures does not invalidate an otherwise lawful disciplinary action.

Activities/Athletics Code of Honor
Participation in any extracurricular activity is a privilege. With this privilege comes a responsibility to represent the activity, the school, and the community in a positive manner, adhering to the highest standards of sportsmanship and personal conduct. Members of these groups are highly visible representatives of our school, as well as role models for our student body, and therefore, it is appropriate to set higher standards for them than the general school population. Participation in any extracurricular activity constitutes acceptance of the code of conduct. Any student declining to sign the code of conduct shall be excluded from participation.
MSHSAA By-laws state, "Students who represent a school in interscholastic activities must be creditable school citizens and judged so by the proper school authority. Those students whose character or conduct is such as to reflect discredit upon themselves or their schools are not considered creditable citizens. Each individual school has the authority to set more restrictive citizenship standards and shall have the authority to judge its students under those standards."
All students participating in extracurricular activities are governed by the Student Discipline Code of the Ferguson-Florissant School District. Students under suspension for violation of the Discipline Code will not be allowed to practice, compete, or perform in school activities; additionally, students under suspension for Discipline Code violations may be stripped of membership in extracurricular activities.

In conjunction with the Student Discipline Code and beginning with the first meeting or practice, students in extracurricular activities are also governed by any additional rules which sponsors and coaches may establish. It is important that students become familiar with these rules for each activity in which they participate.

Students in extracurricular activities are subject to discipline for violations of any rule or policy even if the violation of the rule or policy occurs on non-school time or off school property. For example, students who are found to be in possession of or under the influence of tobacco, alcohol, or any illegal substance off school grounds at any time will be subject to school disciplinary procedures, including possible dismissal or exclusion from participation in extracurricular activities.

If students decide they are unable or unwilling to abide by the conditions for membership in a particular activity, they should not become members of such activity.

Consequences of Student Misconduct
Possible consequences of student misconduct include:

Commencement Privilege:
Students on suspension for either Type I or Type II misconduct as of the last day of school will not be permitted to participate in commencement exercises. This disciplinary consequence may affect a student's graduation or receipt of a diploma, and will result in exclusion from commencement ceremonies and related activities.

Suspension:
A suspension is the removal of a student from school for a period up to 180 school days. While on suspension a student may not be on school district property or attend any school-sponsored activity. Doing so without principals' written permission constitutes trespassing and charges may be filed with the police. There are two types of suspensions:

Principal's Suspension:
A principal may suspend a student for a period of 1-10 school days as a result of Type II Behavior (short term suspension: 1-3 days, long-term suspension: 4-10 days). Parents or guardians will be notified of any Principal's Suspension. An informal conference shall be held prior to suspension unless the student's presence at school poses a continuing danger to people or property, or an ongoing threat of disruption. If this is the case, the student may be removed immediately from school, and the informal conference will follow as soon as possible. At the informal conference, students have the right to due process:

1. The student will be given oral or written notice of charges.
2. The student will be given an opportunity to present his/her version of the incident.
3. If the student denies the charges, an oral or written explanation will be given to the student which supports the intended suspension. The principal's suspension may not be appealed.

Superintendent's Suspension:
Following the recommendation of the Administrative Discipline Review Committee, the Superintendent may issue a student suspension for a period up to 180 school days as a result of Type I Behavior. The student, parent, or guardian may appeal the decision of the Superintendent to the Board of Education within 30 days of the suspension. All appeals must be in writing to the President of the Board. If an appeal is made, the Superintendent will normally submit to the Board a full written report of the facts, the action taken, and the reason for that action relating to the suspension. The Board then grants a hearing to be held before a committee appointed by the President of the Board. Until the Board makes a decision on an appeal, the Superintendent's Suspension remains.

The Superintendent, if recommended by the principal or Administrative Discipline Review Committee, may reduce a Superintendent's Suspension in length. A contract between the student and the school listing conditions of the student's return will normally precede any reduction in the length of a Superintendent's Suspension. For instance, in case of student theft, a reduction in the length of suspension may be based upon the student making restitution. If appropriate, the Superintendent may also recommend student expulsion.

Exclusion from School for Definite Term:
Following a hearing on misconduct charges, the Board may find that expulsion would be too harsh and may order a student excluded from school for a definite period of time, such as the remainder of a semester, school year, or a full school year. After that period has passed, the student may return to school without a request for readmission.

Expulsion:
Following notice to a student's parents or guardians and a hearing on the charges, the Board of Education may permanently remove a student from school. At the hearing, the Board will consider the evidence and statements presented by both student and school officials before making the decision to expel.

Ferguson-Florissant School District Internet Access Guidelines
Internet access is available for all staff and students through district network computers designated for their use. The Internet is an instructional/learning resource in the school district and, as such, it is available for student use in all classes as determined by the teacher.
The Internet offers many informational resources which are helpful for student projects, research, and other class assignments. Parents, students, and district staff need to recognize that there are also sites on the Internet which are inappropriate for students due to student maturity and/or site content. Such sites need to be avoided by all using the district network and quickly exited if they are encountered. The final responsibility to avoid inappropriate web sites rests with the Internet user.

All students in Ferguson-Florissant schools will have Internet access when such access is determined appropriate by their teachers, unless parents or guardians inform the principal in writing that they do not want the student to have Internet access.
Any student who does not adhere to the following Internet acceptable use guidelines will lose Internet access privileges through the school district's network.
Students and staff using the District's Internet access will abide by the following regulations:

1. Users must respect the privacy of others. Users shall not intentionally obtain copies or modify files, passwords, or data that belong to anyone else. No one should forward personal material without prior consent.
2. All users must respect the legal protection provided by copyright license to programs, books, articles and data.
3. Users must respect the integrity of computing systems; for example, no one should develop programs that harass other users, or attempt to infiltrate a computer or computing system.
4. No advertising for profit nor campaigns for political office are allowed through the Network. No personal phone numbers or addresses may be included.
5. Users must respect the rights of other individuals and not use language that is abusive, profane, or offensive.
6. Electronic Mail is not guaranteed to be private. Messages dealing with inappropriate or illegal activities shall be reported to the appropriate authority.
7. Passwords are not to be used by unauthorized individuals. Individuals given the District's passwords will assume responsibility for use of those passwords. If a staff member feels that there is a security problem on the network or misuses of a District password, the matter should be reported to the building principal.
8. All must abide by existing Federal and State laws in force regarding electronic communication. This includes accessing information without authorization, giving passwords out, or causing a system to malfunction.
9. Access to the Internet is considered a privilege. Anyone found using access in a way deemed inappropriate will be denied privileges.
10. Teachers wishing to link outside sites to district servers must thoroughly check all material and links prior to submission. All contents of each school's server must be first approved by the technology coordinator, building principal, or other school official.
11. Student projects posted on school district servers must be approved by the building technology coordinator, building principal, or other school official.

Student Absences and Excuses
At the middle and elementary school level, on the first occurrence of an unexcused absence the Principal or designee will contact the parent or guardian to discuss the possible consequences of continued unexcused absence. Students who accumulate three (3) unexcused absences in a school year will receive a warning letter. When five (5) days of unexcused absences have occurred in a school year, a conference with parents shall be scheduled with the school representative, parent or guardian and student in order to correct the problems causing the student's excessive absences and to establish conditions under which the student may remain in school and be successful. In addition, parents will be reported to the Family Court of St. Louis County for educational neglect or truancy after eight (8) days of unexcused absences.
At the high school level, on the first occurrence of an unexcused absence the Principal or designee will contact the parent or guardian to discuss the possible consequences of continued unexcused absence. Students at the high school level who accumulate three (3) days of unexcused absence (or equivalent) in a school year will receive a warning letter. When five (5) days of unexcused absences have occurred in a school year, a conference shall be scheduled with the school representative, parent or guardian and student in order to correct the problems causing the student's excessive absences and to establish conditions under which the student may remain in school and be successful. When eight (8) days of unexcused absences or the equivalent have occurred in a school year, students will be suspended from school under Standard 9-Habitual Truancy and parents will be reported to the Family Court of St. Louis County for truancy if appropriate.

See Student Discipline Code for the list of Type II Behavior Infractions.