Fort Campbell Schools

This Code of Student = Conduct applies equally to all students and to all schools within the Fort Campbell School Community. The Student= Code of Discipline will be in effect on all school campuses, at all school-spons= ored activities, and school-supervised events.&= nbsp; In the event of a code infraction, the utmost care will be taken to protect the rights of students at all times. Students will not be deprived of t= heir liberty, property, or right to attend school and participate in school activities without due process.

<= st1:PlaceType w:st=3D"on">Fort Campbell faculty and staff operate on the premise that students will behave responsibly. Students share with administrators, teachers, and school support sta= ff the responsibility of creating an environment that is conducive to learning= . Students must notify school staff = of any behavior that may endanger the safety and well being of themselves or others. Students should also = avoid discipline problems. They sho= uld be aware and understand the Discipline Code.&= nbsp; Parents can help in preventing discipline problems by discussing this handbook with their student. = When discipline infractions do occur, parents and school personnel working toget= her can resolve discipline concerns and help our children learn from their mistakes.

PHILOSOPHY OF DISCIPLINE

The Fort Campbell Com= munity Schools believe a strong educational program requires a commitment to the maintenance of appropriate student discipline in the schools. This commitment is twofold. First, it includes a provision for= a level of student conduct which insures safety and enhances teaching and learning. Second, it provides= for the teaching of self discipline skills which the student can use throughout life. When a student chooses = to act inappropriately, school personnel will consider all circumstances and the individual needs of the student when administering disciplinary action. School personnel will teach approp= riate skills and provide discipline which reinforces good behavior and promotes self-discipline. The responsi= bility for meeting this commitment is shared by all members of the educational community working cooperatively with parents.

= DUE PROCESS

All students who are = alleged to have violated the Discipline Code will receive due process. One of the basic elements of due p= rocess is apprising students of the rules and consequences. Due process requires that the stud= ent be given notice of the charges against him or her, an opportunity to address evidence, and to respond to the charges.&n= bsp; Should a student appear before the School Disciplinary Board, she or he will have an opportunity to respond to the Sc= hool Disciplinary Board.

ALLEGED CHILD ABUSE REPORTING<= /b>

School personnel are = bound by Federal Law and DoD Directives to report any suspected or alleged incident = of child abuse. The role of the = school is to report the incident to post agencies/Social Services who will investi= gate the claim.

SPECIAL EDUCATION

The Fort Campbell Com= munity Schools comply with all policies related to the rights and procedures of students with disabilities set forth under PL-94-142, PL99-457, and the Ind= ividuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). All parents of students with special needs are provided copies of their parental rights at the schools. Children with disabilities are sub= ject to the same discipline code as= other students and may receive most in–school disciplinary consequences and= the more serious consequences of suspension and expulsion.

Prior to commencing a= ny disciplinary processes that would change the child's educational placement = for a period of more than 10 school days (either consecutive or cumulative) the child's Case Study Committee must meet.&nb= sp; The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether the behavioral incident is related to the child's disability.

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A change of education= al placement exists when a child with a disability is denied access to his educational program for more than 10 school days, either consecutive or cumulative. If a change in placement occurs, services consistent with the latest IEP will continue.

If the child's misbeh= avior is a result of the disability, the Case Study Committee must promptly address appropriate placement, needed revisions of the IEP, and determine if the proposed consequence is consistent with the child's behavior intervention p= lan.

Parents may initiate = their due process rights at any time during the disciplinary process. If this occurs, the child will remain/return to the placement described in the existing IEP. An exemption to this “stay put” provision is for students in possession of a firearm or possession/sale/solicitation to sell controlled substances or illegal drugs= , or if determined by a hearing officer that there exists a substantial risk of injury to the child or others. Such students can be placed in an alternative education setting for up to 45 days.

RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Students have constitutionally guaranteed rights as citizens. They may exercise those rights, as= long as they do not violate the rights and responsibilities of others. This includes the right of others = to learn and the responsibility of adults to educate. In order for students to have a successful educational experience they must understand that individual righ= ts and responsibilities go hand in hand.

FREEDOM OF RELIGION
Students have the rig= ht to observe their own religious beliefs and practices in school provided such activities neither violate the rights of others nor disrupt or interfere wi= th school activities. DoDEA Scho= ols do not conduct religious exercises, nor support or sanction any particular rel= igious beliefs or practices.        =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =              Return to Table of Contents

NON-DISCRIMINATION
All students have the= right to expect an educational environment where they can strive to achieve their intellectual potential without regard to race, religion, sex, national orig= in, disability, age, color, sexual orientation, or status as a parent.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/SALUTE TO THE AMERICAN FLAG=

There is a daily opportunity for all students to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and to salu= te the American flag in each Fort Campbell Community School. Students who decline to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and Salute to the American Flag may not disrupt or dis= tract others.

STUDENT RIGHTS   A Right is a Privilege to Which One is Justly Entitled

Students have the right to:

1. An appropriate = public education which maintains high educational standards and meets the needs of individual pupils.

2. The cl= early established legal rights protected and preserved by the Constitution of the United States.

3. Physical safety and protection of their personal property.

4. Due Process as provided by law.

5. Academic grades based solely on ac= ademic performance.

6. Have access to and interpretation = of their own personal school records if eighteen (18) years of age or older; o= r if younger, with consent of parents/guardians.

7. Expect courtesy, fairness, and respect from school personnel, fellow students, and other visitors to the school.

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It is the studentR= 17;s responsibility to:

1. Respect the rights= of others in fostering a school environment conducive to academic pursuits.

2. Help eliminate the use of violence as a solut= ion to problems and become a good citizen of the school.

3. Display considerat= ion for the rights and property of others and the Federal Government.

4. Exhibit respect of other’s opinions by refraining from rudeness, inappropriate language, and any form of disruptive classroom behavior.

5. Be prepared, on ti= me for class, and complete all assignments as specified by school personnel.<= /o:p>

6. Remain in school u= nless given specific permission to leave by school authorities.=

7. Refrain from using pagers/beepers, walkmans, cell-phones, lasers, and other personal electronic or nuisance devices on school property.

8. Adhere to the dress code.

PARENTS’ RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES<= /o:p>

Parent involvement in= schools is strongly encouraged. Achie= vement is higher when parents and students have positive attitudes toward school.<= span style=3D'mso-spacerun:yes'> Students learn best when there is = close collaboration between home and school.&nbs= p; Therefore, it is extremely important that mutual respect and strong communication exists between parents, teachers, and students.

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Parents have the righ= t to:

1. Be respected as individuals regardless of race, creed, national origin, econom= ic status, sex, age, handicap, or rank. =

2. Be notified of important school news and messages, particularly as they relate= to children.

3. Expect school personnel to respond promptly and professionally to communications regarding their child.

4. Be informed of all school rules, regulations, and consequences for violations = as set forth in this Student Code of Conduct.

5. See their child's cumulative recor= d upon request and have it explained and interpreted.

6. Have the information in their child's files dealt with in a confidential way by school personnel.

7. Be informed of due process procedures.

PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES<= /o:p>

It is the parent's responsibility to:

1.   Ensure their child attends s= chool daily and arrives on time.

2.   Provide a quiet place and ti= me at home for their child to complete his/her work.

3.   See that homework assignment= s are fully completed.

4.   Communicate often with the classroom teacher.

5.   Talk to their child about sc= hool activities each day.

6.   Attend parent-teacher conferences and school functions. Become acquainted with their child= 's school, its staff, curriculum, and activities.

7.   Assure that their child is following the prescribed school’s dress code.

8.   Understand and support the rules that their child is expected to obs= erve at school, be aware of the consequences for violations.
9.   Accept the responsibility for their child's actions.

10. Provide a working home and duty telephone number to the school.

11. Provide alternate contact names and phone numbers for those individu= als who can take responsibility for your child in the event of an emergency.

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APPEAL PROCEDURE/PUBLIC COMPLAINTS

Constructive criticism designed to improve the quality of the education program is welcomed. Complaints are best handled and resolved by proper channeling at the lowest possible level. Each administrative level should be given the opportunity of solving the problem before the next level of comma= nd is reached. If a level in the= chain of command is missed when a complaint is made, the parent will be referred = to the proper administrative personnel. Concerns involving instruction, school personnel, discipline, or learning materials should be addressed as follows= :

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B= EHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS=         =             &nb= sp;            =              =

All students should be aware and understand the behavior guidelines, which are those rules most common to general behavior. In addition, all students are expe= cted to have respect, courtesy, and tolerance for peers, faculty, staff, and administration at all times.

ATTE= NDANCE PROCEDURES

The Fort Campbell Com= munity Schools believe that regular attendance and punctuality are important to a student's progress in school. To obtain the maximum benefit from the instructional program, a student should= be present every school day. Regular attendance is the responsibility of the parent/guardian and student.

Fort Campbell Communi= ty Schools are committed to working with parents to promote and encourage regu= lar full-time school attendance and to minimize absenteeism. When parents make decisions about attendance, they hopefully do so in a manner that insures that children do = not miss class without good cause.   Examples of appropriate student absences include illnesses (especial= ly if the reason could be a contagious disease) and doctor’s appointments that cannot be scheduled outside of school hours. We encourage family trips to be pl= anned during school recess and vacation periods.= While it is recognized that there may be legitimate reasons for miss= ing school, all absences must be weighed against the loss of instructional time. A written excuse from the parent should accompany the student upon return to class from any absence. Otherwise, an unexcused absence is an infraction of the Discipline C= ode of Conduct.

All students are expe= cted to make-up any work they may have missed during an excused absence. Make-up work must be completed and returned by the date established by the teacher. Normally, the number of days allow= ed for submission of make-up work will not exceed the number of consecutive days of the absences. Students should be in class more than half of the period to be counted as present.

Participation in school-sponsored activities including field trips, athletics, tournaments, = and other interscholastic events held away from school during the school day are not considered school absences. As long as the school procedures are met, these instances should not interfere with the regular routine of the student.&n= bsp;

EXCUSED ABSENCES=

Absence from school m= ay be necessary and is excused under certain conditions.&n= bsp; A parent/sponsor must provide a written explanation to the school fo= r a student absence. Students are responsible for making up the classroom work missed during an excused absen= ce within a reasonable time, usually equal to the length of the absence. Normally, a student who does not a= ttend a full day of school will not be allowed to participate in or attend any school-sponsored event scheduled that same day. Academic penalties will not be giv= en for excused absences such as:

·         Illness, fa= mily emergencies, (e.g., severe illness, death in the family, local hardship situation) religious observances, family trips, and medical appointments th= at cannot be arranged at a time when school is not in session.

Pre-Planned Absences are allowed on an intermittent or irregular basi= s. Parents wishing to take a child= out of school for leave, permissive TDY or other similar reasons should coordin= ate five days in advance with the school.

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UNEXCUSED ABSENCES <= /span>

A student absent from= school without the permission of his/her parent/sponsor is unexcused. The parent/sponsor will be formally notified by the school when a student has two unexcused absences and on the occasion of every subsequent unexcused absence. Students with unexcused absences w= ill not be given the opportunity to make-up class work missed due to the unexcu= sed absence. When work is due dur= ing an unexcused absence, the grade for the day or a portion of the day will be an "F" or zero. Unexcu= sed absences may also result in disciplinary action.&nb= sp; Principals may notify the Command of habitual unexcused absences.

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WITHDRAWAL

Parents/sponsors shou= ld present verification of the student's date of departure to school officials= to provide time to prepare student transfer records. Upon withdrawal, a parent will rec= eive copies of his/her student's records to take to the next school for enrollme= nt. Parents/sponsors, or the students themselves, if they are 18 years of age or older, should review the records prior to withdrawal. A student clearance form will be used on the withdrawal process to clear the student = from school.

Students who withdraw= prior to the 20-day limitation of the Accelerated Withdrawal procedure (see below) will receive "withdrawal" grades rather than final grades and Carnegie credit will not have been earned at the high school.

ACCELERATED WITHDRAWAL=

The Principal may aut= horize an accelerated withdrawal of a student who must withdraw from a school 20 or f= ewer instructional days prior to the end of a semester when the following condit= ions are met:

The parent/sponsor must present verificatio= n of the date required for the student to depart from the school due to Permanent Change of Station [PCS] orders.

All of the conditions of an accelerated stu= dy program outlined by the student's teachers must be successfully met pr= ior to withdrawal for final grades to be assigned and credit to be granted= . Thirty days (30) advance noti= ce is requested in order to provide time for planning and student completion= of all required work. =

BEHAVIOR STANDARDS FOR SCHOOL BUS STUDENTS

The school, parents, = and bus drivers must work together to insure safety while our students are being transported. Students must ac= t in a safe and disciplined manner while on school buses and must obey instructions from the driver and/or bus monitor.   Drivers will report in writin= g the excessive or repeated misconduct of students on the bus to the building Principal. Parents will be notified after an administrative investigation. Students who violate school bus safety rules may be denied bus transportation.

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BUS RULES

Observe the same conduct as in the classroo= m.

Board and exit the bus in an orderly, safe = manner when the bus is fully stopped.

Stay in your seat. Remain seated at all times wh= ile on the bus.

Talk with other passengers in a normal voic= e.

Keep all parts of your body inside the bus windows. Do not throw or shoot objects inside or out of the bus.

Keep aisles, steps, and empty seats free fr= om obstruction. Do not fight, push, shove, or trip other passengers. No horseplay is allowed.

Remember the Dress Code is still in effect. Remain fully and properly clothed.

Remember the Discipline Code is still in ef= fect.

Do not use or possess any unacceptable item identified in the Code of Conduct.

Treat the driver and fellow students with respect. Be courteous, use no profane language or make obscene gestures. Do not harass = or interfere with other students or the bus driver.
Do not sit in the bus driver’s seat.<= span style=3D'mso-spacerun:yes'> Do not open or try to open th= e bus door. Do not tamper with= bus controls or emergency equipment.

Cooperate with the driver. Promptly comply with the bus driver’s instructions.

Keep the bus clean. Do not be destructive. Treat = the bus and other private property with care. You will be responsible for restitution if you damage the bus.&nb= sp;

Do not eat or drink on the bus. Water is allowed in a plastic container.

Do not spit or smoke or use any tobacco pro= duct.

Do not engage in public displays of affecti= on.

The bus driver is authorized to assign seat= s.

Radios, tape players, or other personal electronic d= evices can only be used with headphones

No cell phone usage is allowed.<= /span>

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Elementary Procedures:

1. First Offense: Students are counseled and/or a misconduct notice is sent home.

2.= Second Offense: Studen= ts are counseled, misconduct notice is sent home, and parents are notified by phon= e.

3. Third Offense: Notify parents of suspension from = 1-3 days from the bus.

4. Extreme misconduct or repeated off= enses (fighting, etc.): Suspension = from the bus.

Secondary Procedures:

1. First Offense: Misconduct notice is= sent home, parents are notified by phone, and students are counseled.=

2. Second Offense: Misconduct notice is sent home, parents are notified= by phone, and students are counseled. Depending on severity, students may be suspended from the bus.<= /o:p>

3. Third Offense: Misconduct notice is sent home, parents are notified by phone, and students are counseled and suspended from the bus for a specified period of time.

4. Fourth Offense: Students are removed from the bus = for the remainder of the school year.

5. Extreme misconduct (fighting, etc.): Suspension from the bu= s and school.

DRESS CODE

Students are expected= to dress appropriately and in a way that is consistent with a positive learning environment, that does not interfere with the educational performance of ot= her students or that causes a health or safety problem. Apparel worn to school should be n= eat and clean and should not disrupt the teaching/learning experience. Items of clothing displaying langu= age that is vulgar or obscene or clothing that promotes or depicts drugs, alcoh= ol, tobacco, drug paraphernalia, violence, hate speech, or gang symbols are prohibited.

1. Attire or jewelry must not be dangerous, destructive, provocative, profane, or disruptive. Body piercing wil= l be restricted to the ears only. = Body art, extremes in hair color, or other exaggerated grooming is not allowed. =

2. Heavy coats, jackets, book bags will be stored in student lockers/designated areas during school hours when possible.

3. For safety reasons, shower shoes and/or house slippers are not to be worn.

4. Headwear is not to be worn inside the building.

The administration re= serves the right to prohibit particular items of clothing not specifically covered by = this Discipline Code of Conduct that is determined to cause sufficient concerns regarding appropriateness or safety. Because the school years are a time of rapid physical change, clothi= ng items purchased at the beginning of the year may not remain appropriate due= to growth. If there are question= s as to the appropriateness of apparel, students should wear something else. Students are encouraged to ask sch= ool officials before wearing a garment that might be inappropriate. Parents share responsibility for compliance with the dress code. Students who come to class in unsuitable dress will be dealt with according to school guidelines and procedures. Repeated dress code infractions may result in disciplinary action.

Conversely, during the school = day teachers may issue verbal warnings at their discretion for dress code violations. Students who have= been given more than one verbal warning will be issued a written referral to the= school administration. The students = will be counseled concerning proper dress and the sponsor will be contacted and asked to bring a change of clothes. The sponsor will be advised concerning further infractions and poten= tial disciplinary action.        =            =             &nb= sp;            =                        =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;

Fort Campbell Schools Dress Code Guidelines

All students must be in compliance with the dress code throughout the school day.=

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Elementary=

(Revised February 2007= )

Solid Colors:

Bottoms/Dresses: khaki, blue, black, gray, or dark green.   Tops: solid colors

GIRLS

1. Slacks or walking shorts
a) Must be of reasonable leng= th and fit so as to remain above the hips in the absence of a belt.
b) Chino style with belt loops; blue jeans= and corduroy are acceptable.
c) Cargo pants, overalls, pai= nter pants, and pants with drawstrings or excessive flair bottoms are not accept= able.
d) Belts, if worn, must be ac= tual waist size without any excess hanging down the front of pants.
e) Skorts in approved solid colors with a reasonable length are acceptab= le.

2.= Blouses / Shirts (all shirts must be tucked in)
a) Pullover polo style or dress shirt in solid colors in short or long slee= ves; T-shirt is acceptable.
b) No see through materials or logos larger than 2 inches.

3.= Sweaters - Pullover sweater or cardigan, turtleneck, sweater vest, sweater shirt, or sweatshirt in solid colors, worn over policy approved shirt.=

4.&n= bsp;     Jumper= s / Dresses / Skirts

a) Jumpers must be withou= t bibs – no overalls derivatives.
b) Denim and corduroy are acceptable.
c) Leggings, in approved colo= rs, are acceptable.

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BOYS

1. Slacks or walking shorts
a) Must be of reasonable length and fit so as to remain above the hips in t= he absence of a belt.
b) Chino style with belt loops; blue jeans= and corduroy are acceptable.
c) Cargo pants, overalls, pai= nter pants, and pants with drawstrings or excessive flair bottoms are not acceptable.
d) Belts, if worn, must be ac= tual waist size without any excess hanging down the front of pants.

2. Shirts (all shirts must be tucked in)

a) Pullover polo style or oxford style shirt in approved solid colors in short or long sleeves; T-shirt is accepta= ble.
b) No see through materials or logos larger than 2 inches.

3.= Sweaters - Pullover sweater or cardigan, turtleneck, sweater vest, sweater shirt, or sweatshirt in solid colors, worn over a policy approved shirt.

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Fort Campbell Schools Dress Code Guidelines

All students must be in compliance with the dress code throughout the school da= y.

Secondary

Middle and High School

(Revised February 2007= )

Solid Colors:
Bottoms/Dresses: khaki, navy, black, gray, or dark green        Tops: solid colors

Acceptable fabrics are cotton, corduroy,= or wool. No spandex (other stret= ch material), nylon, denim, leather, or leather like material is allowed.              =

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GIRLS

1. Jumpers / Dresses / Skirts<= /b>
a) Girls’ skirts withou= t belt loops are acceptable.

b) Jumpers must be without bibs; no derivatives of overalls are accepted.
Skirts must fall at a length that is appropriate for school. Generally that is approximately 3 = to 4 inches above the knee (both front and back). The final determination of skirt l= ength falls to the judgment of school administrators.

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BOYS and GIRLS

1.      Shirts and Sweaters (all shirts must be t= ucked in)

a) Pullover polo style or oxford style dress shirt/blouses with short or long sleeves must have a collar.
b) Sweaters must be pullover, cardigan, sweater vest, or sweater shirt style.

c) Any shirt worn under policy approv= ed shirt, sweater, sweatshirt, etc. must be approved color.

d) Size appropriate sweaters and sweatshirts (not hooded) must be worn over policy approved shirt.

e) Turtleneck sweaters are acceptable= . Turtleneck shirts must be worn und= er an approved sweater or sweatshirt.

f) No sleeveless, see-through materia= ls, excessively tight or revealing clothing.   <= /span>

2. Slacks or walking shorts
a) Must be of reasonable leng= th with waist band fitting at the natural waist and worn so waist ban remains above the hips.
b) Walking shorts or skorts m= ust have at least a 7 to 9 inch inseam and should be no shorter than 3 to 4 inc= hes above the knee.

c) Chino, khaki, docker, or dress style slacks with belt loops are acceptable.
d) Girls’ slacks, short= s, and skorts without belt loops are acceptable.&= nbsp;

e) Belts must be worn and fit actual = waist size without any excess hanging down.

The following are not acceptable: Cargo or five pocket pants, overal= ls, painter pants, denim jeans or jean style pants in any color, spandex pants, pants with draw strings or excessive flair bottoms, or pants with leg pocke= ts, excessively tight, baggy, or revealing clothing. No neon or florescent clothing of = any kind. Logos are acceptable if not larger than 2 inches. <= /p>
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3. Miscellaneous

No sweatbands (head or wrist) may b= e worn except in physical education classes.

BEHAVIOR CONSEQUENCES

As in all other aspec= ts of life on a military post, the behavior of any student eligible to attend the Fort Campbell Schools is the responsibility of the active duty sponsor. An effective instructional atmosph= ere depends upon conformity to classroom and school standards. The ultimate goal is to develop a = safe and orderly environment. Sinc= e all situations cannot be specified, students are expected to use good judgment = at all times.        =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;         = ;            &n= bsp;            = ;            &n= bsp;            = ;            &n= bsp;            = ;            &n= bsp;            = ;            &n= bsp; Return to Table of Contents

The Fort Campbell Com= munity Schools believe that an orderly environment is absolutely necessary if education is to occur. Primary responsibility for classroom discipline rests with the teacher. Each teacher is expected to mainta= in a learning environment inherent to good teaching and characterized by the establishment of good classroom discipline. The Principal and the Assistant Principal will offer support when needed.&= nbsp; Each school has developed implementation procedures specific to their schools and consistent with the Fort Campbell Schools discipline policy.

SCHOOL AUTHORITIES RESERVE THE RIG= HT TO ADMINISTER CONSEQUENCES FOR ANY VIOLATION WHETHER OR NOT IT IS SPECIFIED IN THIS HANDBOOK.

SEARCH AND SEIZURE

Sometimes criminal st= udent conduct is suspected or alleged. In order to protect all our students, each Fort Campbell Community School has the right to search or temporarily seize student property. Search and seizure will be conduct= ed according to procedures that are consistent with the law, the student’= ;s right to privacy, and the school’s need to enforce rules and regulations. For instance, an inspection may be conducted of an individual student's desk, locker, or sto= rage space when there are reasonable grounds to believe it contains illegal drug= s, weapons, stolen property, or other contraband. Reasonable efforts to locate the s= tudent will be made prior to conducting the search. The search will be conducted in the presence of a witness.

A search of a student= 's person may also be conducted. The search should be conducted by a school official who is the same gender as t= he student. A personal search may extend to pockets; to the removal and search of outer garments such as jack= ets, coats, sweaters, or shoes; and to items such as pocketbooks or backpacks. If a search of a student's person = is conducted, the parent will be notified as soon as reasonably practical under the circumstances. The search will be conducted in the presence of a witnes= s.

General inspections o= f school property on a periodic or random basis may be conducted at any time by the Principal or his/her designee. General inspections of school property will be conducted in the pres= ence of a witness. Desks, lockers, and storage spaces, which are provided to students without charge, are the property of the school.

SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION

Students admitted to = the Fort Campbell Community Schools shall comply with the rules of the schools. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary response by appropriate school officials. When minor infractions occur, disciplinary response may only require the classroom teacher to intervene through the use of counseling or withholding class privileges.

In the event that ser= ious and/or chronic infractions occur, the circumstances will be referred to the school administration. The administrator will investigate and determine appropriate disciplinary action. The student’s custodial parent or guardian will be notified. Parents are encouraged to work with school officials to decrease the likelihood of future occurrences.        =             &nb= sp;   Return to Table of Contents

The Principal has the= authority to suspend students for a period not to exceed ten (10) school days. For discipline that may require mo= re than a ten day suspension or expulsion, the Principal, after consulting with the Superintendent, will appoint and convene a School Disciplinary Committe= e to consider the Principal’s recommendation. The Disciplinary Committee forward= s its recommendation to the Superintendent for a decision. The DDESS Director serves as the fi= rst level appellate authority. The DoDEA Director is the second level appellate authority. The Installation Commander or desig= nee will be notified of any expulsion or suspension over 10 days. Students who are suspended are per= mitted to make up missed assignments dependent on school procedures. Expelled students will be provided= the opportunity to use correspondence courses or other appropriate educational programs for the duration of the expulsion at Agency expense. This includes access to a DDESS sc= hool counselor. =

If a student with a disability documented by a 504 plan or an IEP is removed from the school setting through suspension or expulsion for less than 10 cumulative days in= a school year, the school is required only to provide services comparable to students without disabilities.

If a student with a disability documented by a 504 plan or an IEP is removed from the school setting through suspension or expulsion for more than 10 consecutive or cumulative school days, the students must continue to receive services in another educational setting that will allow the student to progress toward meeting the student’s IEP goals; if appropriate, to receive a functio= nal behavioral assessment; and behavioral intervention services and modificatio= ns designed to address the behavior violation.

If a student with a disability documented by a 504 plan or an IEP is removed from the school setting for more than 10 cumulative school days within a school year, the n= ext time the student is proposed to be removed for disciplinary reason, the CSC must determine whether the pattern of removals constitutes a change of placement.

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VIOLATIONS

The following offense= s are grounds for disciplinary action which could include Suspension or Expulsion. However in decidin= g the appropriate discipline, the Principal must take into account a variety of factors. Principals also have= a range of consequences to use in order to provide fair discipline for infractions and violations of the Discipline Code.

1.   Threat or Injury &= nbsp; Caused, attempted to cause, or threatened to cause physical injury to another person, or has threatened to use or has used physical force against= any person.

2.   Weapons<= /b>   Possessed, sold, brandished,= used without clear school supervision and authority, or otherwise furnished to another any firearm, knife, explosive, or other dangerous object.

3.   Illegal Substances   Engaged in substance abuse, including, possessing, using, selling, dispensing or being under the influe= nce of any illegal/controlled substance. A mandatory expulsion recommendation is required for a second offens= e.

4.   Drug Paraphernalia   Unlawfully possessed, or unlawfully offered, arranged, or negotiated to sell any drug paraphernalia = as defined in 21 USC 863.   =

5.   Robbery/Extortion = Committed or attempted to commit robbery or extortion.

6.   Property Damage &n= bsp; Damaged or attempted to damage personal or real property. This includes property owned, leas= ed or used by the school or that is encountered in connection with school activit= ies including property that belongs to or is owned or used by the school, government, vendor, contractor, or any private person.

7.   Stealing   Stolen or wrongfully appropri= ated, or attempted to steal, and/or knowingly received the stolen property of another, whether the property is owned by the school, the government, a ven= dor, a contractor, or is the private property of an individual.

8.   Tobacco Products Possessed or used tobacco, or any product containing tobacco or nico= tine products or any herb, includi= ng, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, miniature cigars, smokeless tobacco, including snuff, chew packets, and betel nut.

9.   Obscenity Committed any lewd, indecent or obscene act or engaged in habitual profanity or vulgarity.

10. Disruption   Disrupted school activities = or otherwise willfully defied the valid authority of supervisors, teachers, administrators, school officials, or other school personnel engaged in the performance of their duties. = This provision includes not only horseplay and other disorderly conduct, but also includes lying to and/or making false statements to school personnel, viola= tion of school honor codes or other rules and guidelines established for an orde= rly educational atmosphere. =

11. Gambling   Gambled in any form.

12. Dangerous Conduct Engaged in co= nduct, including fighting, that endangers the well-being of self or others. <= /o:p>

13. Unauthorized Entry   Present w= ithout authorization in the school, on the school grounds, or on school buses or failed to leave promptly after being told to do so by the Principal or staff member in charge.

14. Electronics Misuse Engaged in the unauthorized use of portable communication devices (including beepers and c= ell phones), electronic games, portable radio and/or compact disc players, Ipod= s, personal computers or other electronic devices during classes, unless specifically authorized by the Principal or DDESS educator, or in emergency situations that threaten the safety of personnel in the school. Possession or use of laser pointer= s is prohibited on school property or at school sponsored or school supervised activities on or off campus. = All such equipment and devices are subject to confiscation by school authoritie= s.

15.   Abuse/Harassment   Cursed, gestured, or verbally abused any person, including but not limited to conduct involving abuse or harassment based on that person’= ;s race, religion, gender, creed, national origin, person or physical attribut= es, disability, intellectual ability, or sexual orientation. =

16. Destruction    Engaged in vandali= sm, arson, or any threat to bomb, burn, or destroy in any manner a school build= ing or school property.        =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;           Return to Table of Contents
17. Forgery/Plagiarism=    Forged school documents, che= ated on school projects or tests, or plagiarized the work of another.

18. Explosives Used or possessed fireworks, or any other explosive device.

19. Attendance   Violated attendance rules. <= o:p>

20. Technology Misuse   Violated= the terms and conditions of the DDESS Student Computer and Internet Access Agreement, or used or gained access without proper authority to computers, software, telecommunications, and related technologies, and engaged in any willful act that causes physical or financial damage, or otherwise disrupts information technology, or used a computer to communicate threatening, harassing, or indecent messages, or downloaded obscene materials.

21. Law Breaking Violated any= law, rule, or regulation of the military installation or school.

22. Accomplice   Been complicit in the violation of any rule described above. In addition to the specific ground= s for imposing discipline that are described above, students who have knowledge o= f, or who participate in, the misconduct of others may also be disciplined as deemed appropriate. Students = have an affirmative duty to report and must promptly report to their teacher or Principal knowledge of offenses that violate law, rule or regulation, or th= at threaten the safety or personal security of any student or other person on school grounds or engaged in school activities. Failure to do so may be grounds for discipline.

Extracurricular Suspensions

A student may be susp= ended for an indefinite period of time from participating in extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities include, but are not limited to, participation in sports activit= ies, school clubs, school dances, and graduation exercises.

SCHOOL DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE<= /span>

The School Disciplina= ry Committee is comprised of school officials, School Board members and installation/community representatives who meet to consider disciplinary matters in which expulsion or suspension in excess of 10 days has been recommended. The committee wi= ll hear both sides of the issue and must meet in closed session to determine i= ts recommendation. The committee submits its recommendation regarding appropriate disciplinary action in a written memorandum to the Superintendent for a decision.

CRIMINAL VIOLATIONS

In the event that stu= dents are suspected of committing an alleged criminal act on school grounds or un= der control of school personnel, applicable criminal procedures and Fort Campbell military regulations shall be followed.&nb= sp; If warranted, further investigation and subsequent legal action is t= he responsibility of the military authorities.

Bullying/Harassment   Bullyi= ng/Harassment is defined as the conduct or communication that has the purpose or effect of substantially or unreasonably interfering with an individual’s educat= ion, or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. A student, = as an individual or as a part of the group, must not harass or bully others. Bullying/Harassment includes, but = is not limited to, physical intimidation, taunting, name calling, insults, negative comments regarding the race, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, religion, disability, characteristics, or associates of the targeted individual in person, via graffiti, or in cyberspace (cyberbullying).   The sc= hool system will act to investigate all complaints, either formal or informal, verbal or written, of alleged harassment and to discipline any student who = is involved in harassing others.

Gangs    Fort Campbell Schools are dedicated to preventin= g the influence and activities of gangs in the schools. The presence of gangs and gang activities causes a substantial disruption to the school environment.   A “gang” is defi= ned as any group or association whether formal or informal which encourages and/or promotes the commission of illegal acts or advocates racial or religious hatred. Gang identification o= r use of symbols will not be tolerated.

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Sexual Harassment=   &nb= sp; Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which violates Section 703 of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended 42 U.S.C. 2000e, et seq. Sexual harassment consists of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, sexually motivated physical conduct or other verbal or physi= cal conduct or communication of a sexual nature. All sexual harassment complaints w= ill be taken seriously, promptly investigated, and resolved. Confidentiality about= all aspects of the complaint will be maintained to the maximum extent possible. Students shall be protected from reprisal for reporting an incident of sexual harassment, mak= ing a good faith complaint, or participating in the investigation of sexual harassment.        =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;            =             &nb= sp;     Return to Table of Contents

Substance Abuse (alcohol, inhalants, and other d= rugs) <= span style=3D'mso-spacerun:yes'>  Sub= stance abuse is prohibited on school property, on school buses, or when participat= ing in school sponsored activities on or off campus. Substance abuse includes using, possessing, selling, dispensing, or being under the influence of illegal dr= ugs or alcohol, and/or any abuse or misuse of illegal substances. (e.g. over-the-counter nonprescrip= tion drugs, sniffing glue, inhalants, taking non-recommended amounts of pills or other substances, or taking medicine prescribed for another person.) In addition to taking appropriate = school disciplinary action, the administration will notify law enforcement authori= ties and, when appropriate, refer the student to counseling.

Tobacco     Students are proh= ibited from possessing or using tobacco products anywhere on school property, on school buses, or when participating in school-sponsored or school-supervised activities on or off campus. =

Threats     Threats of any nature are a form of harassment a= nd will not be tolerated. The na= ture of the threat will determine the severity of the discipline and any need to involve post authorities.

Weapons    Fort Campbell Schools h= as a zero tolerance policy in regards to weapons. It is a criminal violation for any= one to bring a weapon on school premises, on school buses or when participating in school sponsored or school supervised activities on or off campus. Any weapon, and any item that coul= d be used to cause injury or used as a weapon, or any item designed to look like= a weapon found on a person or in any other manner on school property will be confiscated. All incidents wi= ll be reported to post authorities. A student found to be responsible for bringing a weapon on school property wi= ll be suspended for a period not to exceed ten days pending an investigation a= nd Disciplinary Board hearing. Other students who have handled the weapon coul= d be considered accessories and may be subject to the same disciplinary action.<= span style=3D'mso-spacerun:yes'> The student will appear before the Disciplinary Board and can be expelled for the remainder of the year. A minimum one year expulsion is re= quired for the possession of firearms.



Weapons include, but = are not limited to:

Any gun, any look-alike gun, ammunition, any object designed or intended to propel a missile of any kind, any weapon that can expel or be converted to expel a projectile by the action of = an explosive or any stun gun or laser;

Any knife (e.g., dirk, bowie knife, switchb= lade knife, or any knife having a metal blade of three inches or longer);

Any razor, slingshot, spring stick, metal k= nuckles, or blackjack;

Nun chuck, fighting chains, or any similar flailing instrument;

Any studded accessory or article of clothin= g;

Mace, pepper spray, or similar propellants;=

A throwing star or oriental dart or any sim= ilar disk designed to be thrown;

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BEHAVIOR VIOLATIONS	DISCIPLINE RESPONSE OPTIONS
The administration will determine appropriate disciplinary proced= ures based on the severity of the offense.	Informal In-School Discipline Measure	Parent/Guardian Conf= erence	Short-term Suspensio= n (1-5 days)	Long-term Suspension= (6-10 days)	Expulsion Procedures Initiated
Failure to follow s= chool rules	X	X	X	X	X
Dress Code violation/Appearance		X<= o:p>
Insubordination	X	X	X	X	X
Cheating=	X	X	X	X	X
Deliberate disrupti= on	X	X	X	X	X
Profanity/vulgarity=	X	X	X	X	X
Fighting=	X	X	X	X	X
Leaving school grou= nds without permission	X	X	X
Truancy<= /span>	X	X	X	X	X
Possession/use of tobacco products	X	X	X	X	X
Inflammatory Langua= ge, racial, sexist, ethnic slurs	X	X	X	X	X
Intimidation/Extort= ion	X	X	X	X	X
Gang Association	X<= o:p>	X<= o:p>	X<= o:p>	X	X
Vandalism	X	X	X	X	X
Theft	X	X	X	X	X
False fire alarm/bo= mb threat	X	X	X	X	X
Possession, sale, o= r use of weapons, drugs, alcohol, fireworks, replicas		X	X	X	X
Sexual misconduct	X	X	X	X	X
Arson				X	X
Violation/repetitio= n of short-term suspension				X	X
Violation/repetitio= n of long-term suspension					X
Violation of Technology Agreement	Loss of T= echnology Privileges

BEHAVIOR VIOLATION	FIRST OCCURRENCE	REPEATED OCCURRENCES
	*Minimum*	*Maximum*	*Minimum*	*Maximum*
Classroom disruptions	Conference	ISS	Extended ISS	Expulsion
Conduct, dress, appearance	Conference	Admin referral	Admin referral	Suspension
Disobedience (Insubordination)	Conference	Short term suspension	Admin referral suspension	Expulsion
Fighting	Short term suspension	Expulsion	Short term suspension	Expulsion
Verbal abuse of student	Conference	Suspension	ISS	Expulsion
Verbal abuse of staff	Short term suspension	Expulsion	Short term suspension	Expulsion
Physical abuse of staff	Long term suspension	Suspension expulsion	Long term suspension	Expulsion
Possession/Use of tobacco	Short term suspension	Short term suspension	Short term suspension	Expulsion
Possession or use of alcohol, drugs, or drug paraphernalia	Suspension, MPI informed	Expulsion	Long term suspension MPI informed	Expulsion
Sale or possession of il= legal substance	Long term suspension	Expulsion	Expulsion	Expulsion
Destruction or theft of school property	Conference restitution	Expulsion restitution	Admin referral restitution	Expulsion restitution
Inciting a riot or demonstration	Short term suspension	Expulsion	Short term suspension	Expulsion
Fireworks & dangerous weapons/instruments	Admin referral suspension	Expulsion	Admin referral to MPI suspension	Expulsion
Loitering	Conference	ISS	Admin referral	Expulsion
Conduct at off-campus school events	Conference	Long term suspension	Short term suspension	Expulsion
Vehicle operation violations	Conference	MPI informed	Admin referral	Expulsion
Parking violations	Conference	Admin referral	Admin referral	Long term suspension
Truancy	Conference	ISS	Conference/ISS	Expulsion
Leaving school without permission	Parent notified 2 days ISS	ISS	Conference/ISS	Expulsion
Sexual Misconduct	Conference	Expulsion	Suspension	Expulsion
Public display of affection	Conference	Expulsion	Admin referral	Expulsion
Tardy/cutting class	Detention	ISS	Detention/ISS	Suspension
Running in Building	Conference	ISS	Detention	ISS
Activating false fire alarm	Suspension	Expulsion	Expulsion	Expulsion
Threats with physical force or weapons	Detention/ISS	Expulsion	Suspension	Expulsion
Violation of Technology Agreement	Loss of T= echnology Privileges

RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

STUDENT RIGHTS A Right is a Privilege to Which One is Justly Entitled

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Elementary=

Solid Colors:

Bottoms/Dresses: khaki, blue, black, gray, or dark green. Tops: solid colors

GIRLS

4.&n= bsp; Jumper= s / Dresses / Skirts

a) Jumpers must be withou= t bibs – no overalls derivatives.
b) Denim and corduroy are acceptable.
c) Leggings, in approved colo= rs, are acceptable.

BOYS

Secondary

GIRLS

BEHAVIOR VIOLATION
The administration will determine appropriate disciplinary procedures based on the severity and the frequency of the offense.	Informal<= /p> In-School Discipline Measures	In-School Suspension	Short-ter= m Suspensio= n (1-5 days= )	Long-term Suspension (6-10 day= s)	Expulsion Procedures Initiated
Classroom Disruption/Disrespect	X	X	X	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;
Conduct/Dress, Appearance	X	X	X	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;
Disobedience, Insubordination	X	X	X	X	X
Forgery	X	X	X	X	X
Profanity/Vulgarity with students	X	X	X	X	X
Leaving school grounds without permission	X	X	X	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;
Truancy	X	X	X	X	X
Possession/Use of tobacco products	X	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Theft/vandalism under $100.	X	X	X	X	X
Fighting/Physical aggression	X	X	X	X	X
Activating false fire alarm	X	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Profanity/vulgarity with faculty or staff	X	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Inflammatory Language, i.e. name calling, abuse	X	X	X	X	X
Harassment/Threats	X	X	X	X	X
Sexual harassment/misconduct	X	X	X	X	X
Extortion/Intimidation/interference of staff/student= s	X	X	X	X	X
Gang association or exhibition	&nbs= p;	X	X	X	X
Theft/vandalism over $100.	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Use/possession of unauthorized substances/materials<= /p>	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Repetition of short-term suspension	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Robbery	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Possession of weapons/Replicas	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Threat with a weapon	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X
Violating conditions of short-term suspension	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X
Sale/distribution - unauthorized substances	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X
Bomb threats	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X
Arson	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X	X
Fighting - striking faculty/staff members	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X
Violating conditions of long-term suspension	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X
Repetition of long-term suspension	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	&nbs= p;	X	X
Violation of Technology Agreement	Loss of T= echnology Privileges

RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

STUDENT RIGHTS A Right is a Privilege to Which One is Justly Entitled

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Elementary=

Solid Colors:

Bottoms/Dresses: khaki, blue, black, gray, or dark green. Tops: solid colors

GIRLS

4.&n= bsp; Jumper= s / Dresses / Skirts

a) Jumpers must be withou= t bibs – no overalls derivatives. b) Denim and corduroy are acceptable. c) Leggings, in approved colo= rs, are acceptable.

BOYS

Secondary

GIRLS

a) Jumpers must be withou= t bibs – no overalls derivatives.
b) Denim and corduroy are acceptable.
c) Leggings, in approved colo= rs, are acceptable.