2015 - 2016

Code of Student Conduct

Kindergarten – Grade 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page Preface ......................................................................................................................................................... 6

Responsibilities ............................................................................................................................................. 7

Attendance ................................................................................................................................................. 11

School Rules .............................................................................................................................................. 13

Acceptable Use of Technology and the Internet ......................................................................................... 29

Corrective Actions ...................................................................................................................................... 31

Discipline of Students with Disabilities ....................................................................................................... 32

Parental Responsibility Requirements ........................................................................................................ 33

Removal of Disruptive Students from Class by Teacher ............................................................................ 35

Disposal of Student Records ...................................................................................................................... 37

Classroom Observation Procedures ........................................................................................................... 37

Homeless Education Rights ....................................................................................................................... 38

Compliance Guidelines ............................................................................................................................... 39

Summary Consent Form ............................................................................................................................ 40

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Vision: Henry County Public Schools where critical

thinking is expected, creativity is nurtured, technology and innovation are embraced, and

learning is celebrated.

Mission: Henry County Public Schools, a high-performing school division, provides all students

with an exemplary education in a safe, supportive environment that

promotes selfdiscipline, motivation, and excellence.

Strategic Objective- Safe and Orderly Schools: Henry

County Public Schools will provide safe, orderly learning environments to support effective and

innovative teaching and learning.

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2015 – 2016 HENRY COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD

Bessie S. “Betsy” Mattox Chairman, Reed Creek District

Curtis R. Millner Sr.

Vice Chairman, Iriswood District

Terri C. Flanagan Horsepasture District

Thomas E. “Tom” Auker

Blackberry District

Dr. Merris Stambaugh Collinsville District

Francis E. Zehr Ridgeway District

Dr. Joseph A. “Joe” DeVault

Member-at-Large

DIVISION LEADERSHIP

Dr. Jared A. Cotton Superintendent of Schools

Sandy C. Strayer Assistant Superintendent for

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William T. “Bill” Bullins

Assistant Superintendent for Operations and Administrative Services

Amy V. Scott Coordinator of Student Services

Superintendent's Message

August 2015

Dear Students and Parents,

The School Board, faculty, staff and administrators of Henry County Public Schools work hard to ensure a safe, secure, disruption-free, yet educationally challenging and relevant environment for all students. Expectations for student behavior are high in every school. The Code of Student Conduct is revised annually for consistency with state and federal laws and to address issues the School Board feels are critical to providing a safe and quality educational environment. Included are the rules for Student Conduct on School Buses that you need to review with your child even if he or she does not ride a bus to or from school because the same rules apply for field trips, athletic contest trips and other school approved activities.

Also included is the Acceptable Use of Technology and Internet policy for you to review with your child and sign acknowledgement for use of school-based technology. I encourage every parent to pay very close attention to your child's use of computers, cell phones and other electronic devices as they can present a real danger to student safety.

The Code of Student Conduct is reviewed with students at the beginning of the school year. In addition, I urge each parent to read and review this material with your child to ensure that expectations are understood and a consistent message related to school behavior is communicated. Not knowing the rules of conduct and behavior for Henry County Public Schools is not a defense if your child actually violates any item covered in the Code of Student Conduct.

To document your receipt and understanding of the contents of this booklet, an acknowledgement notice is located at the back. You are asked to sign and return this document to your child's school as directed at the start of the school year or shortly after enrolling in the school system.

I am proud of the positive behavior and many accomplishments of the overwhelming majority of our students. If you have any questions or comments about the Code of Student Conduct, please call the principal of your child's school. By forming and participating in a partnership composed of students, parents, teachers, and administrators, we can continue to ensure safe and productive schools for all of our students. Additionally, if we work cooperatively to establish high standards of behavior in Henry County, the lessons students learn will serve them well as they continue to develop as responsible citizens.

Sincerely,

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Jared A. Cotton, Ed.D. Division Superintendent

www.henry.k12.va.us PREFACE

As parents and citizens of Henry County, you are encouraged to review the Code of Student Conduct with your children and give your support to the Henry County Public Schools in our efforts to promote high quality instruction in an atmosphere conducive to learning. The behavioral expectations outlined in this booklet are the official standard for our school division. To establish a standard of student behavior, each school principal is required to refer to the office of the superintendent for expulsion, any student who:

1) is in possession of a firearm, weapon, or dangerous article; 2) assaults a staff member; 3) distributes, possesses, and/or is under the influence of dangerous or illegal drugs or alcohol, or; 4) endangers the safety of the school community and/or any of its members (including, but not limited

to, sexual assault, arson, bomb threats) or 5) becomes a habitual offender of any component of the Code of Student Conduct

Behavior that detracts from one student’s ability to profit from instruction or that infringes on the rights of others warrants disciplinary action. The intent of disciplinary action should be to bring about positive change in the student’s behavior. Just as academic instruction should be individualized, discipline should function with guidelines that are broad enough to allow for student differences, extenuating circumstances, and teacher resources. In compliance with the federal Improving America’s Schools Act of 1994 and relevant state Code, the school board shall expel from school attendance for a period of not less than one year (365 days) any student whom the school board has determined to have brought a firearm or drugs onto school property or to a schoolsponsored activity. For the purposes of mandatory expulsion, school property means any owned or leased real property or vehicle or any vehicle operated by or on behalf of the school board. The school board may, however, determine, based on the facts of the particular case that special circumstances exist and another disciplinary action or term of expulsion is appropriate. Regarding students with disabilities, nothing in the Code of Student Conduct or in disciplinary proceedings will deny a student’s rights to services pursuant to IDEA.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

This Code of Student Conduct has been established for the Henry County Public Schools. The School Board, acting through the Superintendent, holds all school employees responsible for ensuring appropriate student behavior, while students are legally under the supervision of the schools. The School Board holds all students responsible for appropriate conduct as defined in the Henry County Schools’ Code of Student Conduct. Policies and references within the Code of Student Conduct can be found in the Henry County Schools’ Policy Manual and are consistent with Virginia School Laws. School records related to disciplinary action resulting from violation of school board rules or policies on school property or at school-sponsored events shall be included in the student’s scholastic record. Whenever a pupil transfers from this school division to another, the scholastic record (or copy), including disciplinary records, shall be transferred to that school division upon request from the receiving school division. Permission of the parent, guardian, or other persons having control or charge of the student shall not be required for transfer of the scholastic record. A copy of the Henry County Public Schools written policy and procedure on the management of the education records and their location is available upon request. Upon recommendation of the Superintendent, the School Board of Henry County may require a student to attend an alternative education program. This may include, but is not limited to, a student who has been: (a.) charged with an offense relating to state law or a violation of school board policies on weapons, alcohol or drugs, or intentional injury; (b.) found guilty or not innocent of a crime which resulted in, or could have resulted in, injury to others, or of a crime for which the disposition ordered by the court is required to be disclosed to the Superintendent; (c.) expelled; or (d.) chronically disruptive to the regular school program. The school board may require a student to attend an alternative program regardless of where a crime occurred. Educational Team The school principal is responsible for facilitating the development of a local school handbook consistent with the Code of Student Conduct. Administrators, teachers and support personnel work together to ensure the rights of each student in the school system.

The educational team is responsible for:

a. Facilitating regular school attendance. b. Providing an orderly school environment, a favorable psychological environment for learning and

an atmosphere of mutual respect. c. Reporting to the local law-enforcement agency any act that may constitute a criminal offense. d. Maintaining open and proactive communication with parents, including notice to parent of any

student involved in an incident regardless of whether disciplinary action is taken.

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e. Formulating and implementing school rules and regulations in compliance with the Code of Student Conduct throughout the school setting.

f. Disseminating and discussing the local school handbook and the Code of Student Conduct at the beginning of each school year to all students and providing both documents and explanations to each new student upon registration throughout the school year.

g. Developing a discipline plan of action may require a student to participate in prevention and

intervention activities. (The plan is based on the needs of the student and the school environment as a whole).

Parents/Guardian(s)

It is the duty of parent(s)/guardian(s) to:

a. Enroll their child into the school zoned for the child’s residence.

b. Assist their child(ren) to accept responsibility for learning and for conduct that does not infringe upon the rights of others.

c. Provide, upon registration, a sworn statement of affirmation indicating whether the student

has been expelled from school attendance at a private school or public school division for an offense in violation of school board policies relating to weapons, alcohol or drugs, or for the willful infliction of injury to another person.

d. Ensure that their child is appropriately dressed for school as determined by the dress code,

which is developed cooperatively at local schools by students, parent(s)/guardian(s), and school staff.

e. Provide such books, materials, instruments, uniforms and equipment as are required for

effective participation in the school program.

f. Provide emergency information to ensure that the school will have immediate contact with parent(s)/guardian(s) in case of an emergency.

g. Provide the student’s birth certificate, physical examination, street address, and record of

the completed series of immunizations, as required by the Code of Virginia.

h. Facilitate regular school attendance.

i. Comply with applicable state law regarding parental responsibility and involvement requirements.

j. Sign and return the Verification Form found in this Code of Student Conduct.

Students

Students are responsible for:

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a. Appropriate conduct in compliance with the Code of Student Conduct, Athletic Regulations, other Henry County School Board Policies, local school regulations and applicable state and federal laws.

b. Accepting responsibility for learning, developing adequate study habits, and completing class assignments and/or requirements.

c. Regular school attendance.

d. Contributing to a climate of acceptance and mutual respect within each school.

e. Maintaining an atmosphere in which learning and extracurricular activities can take place

for the growth and pleasure of everyone involved.

f. Care and wise use of school supplies. g. Understanding that the use of illicit drugs and the unlawful possession and use of alcohol is

illegal and harmful. h. Knowing that the possession of firearms, explosives and dangerous objects is unlawful. i. Reimbursement to the Henry County School Board for any actual breakage or destruction of

property owned by or under the control of the School Board. j. Participating in prevention and intervention activities as a consequence of violating the standards

of student conduct as determined by school administrators. No suspended student shall be admitted to the regular school program until such student and his parent have met with school officials to discuss improvement of the student’s behavior, unless the school principal or his designee determines that readmission, without parent conference, is appropriate for the student. Both of a student’s parents are responsible for their child’s conduct if they have joint legal and physical custody. If the parent fails to comply with this requirement, the School Board may ask the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court to proceed against the parent in accordance with the requirements of the Code of Virginia. This Code of Student Conduct applies to any student attending Henry County Public Schools. It is enforced when he/she is on school property, while traveling to school or from school, at bus stops, in School Board vehicles, or in attendance at school or at any school-sponsored activity. Bus Stop is defined as a reasonable distance from where the bus stops or any location where students gather to wait for the bus. It also is enforced when the student’s conduct interferes with or obstructs the orderly operation of the school system or the safety or welfare of students or employees. Students who observe or are subjected to behaviors as described in this Code are expected to report such incidences to their school administration. Failure to report safety concerns to school administration may result in corrective action. Unlawful acts which will lead to police notification and may lead to suspension from classes, exclusion from activities, assignment to an alternative program, or expulsion include but are not limited to:

- possession or use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or drug paraphernalia - selling drugs - assault/battery - sexual assault - arson - intentional injury (bullying, fighting) - theft - bomb threats, including false threats, against school personnel or school property

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- use or possession of explosives - possession of weapons or firearms - extortion, blackmail, or coercion - driving without a license on school property - homicide - burglary - sex offenses / possession/distribution of pornographic material - malicious mischief - shooting - any illegal conduct involving firebombs, explosive or incendiary devices or materials, hoax

explosive devices or chemical bombs, stabbing, cutting or wounding - unlawful interference with school authorities, including threats - unlawful intimidation of school authorities - unlawful internet use - other unlawful acts including being an accessory to any of these or other unlawful acts. -

any behaviors that disrupt the orderly operations of the school Further, any student who has been found to be in possession of or under the influence of drugs or

alcohol on school property or at a school sponsored activity may be required to (1) undergo evaluation for drug or alcohol abuse and (2) participate in a drug and/or alcohol treatment program if recommended by the evaluator and if the parent consents.

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1. ATTENDANCE

Students are expected to arrive at school and all classes on time every day. It is the legal responsibility of parents or guardians to ensure that students are in regular daily attendance for the entire school day. Parents or guardians must seek homebound instruction for their children when they are absent for extended periods of illness. According to an amendment to Section 22.1-258 of the Code of Virginia, whenever any pupil fails to report to school on a regularly scheduled school day and no notification regarding the student’s absence has been received by school personnel, a reasonable effort to notify the parent or guardian by telephone shall be made by school personnel and a log will be kept of call attempts. To assist school personnel in implementing this policy, parents or guardians are encouraged to contact the school if their child is going to be absent from school. A student who is absent from school for an entire day, or for one or more class periods, must bring a note written and signed by a parent or guardian upon returning to school. The note shall contain the reason(s) for and the date(s) of the absence(s). The principal will be the judge of the validity of any excuse. Students are considered present when participating in field trips and other functions sanctioned by the school. Middle and high school students must be physically present for at least fifty percent (50%) of a class period in order to be counted present for that day. Whenever any pupil fails to report to school for the equivalent of a total of five (5) scheduled school days for the school year, the school personnel shall schedule a conference and make a reasonable effort to ensure that direct contact is made with the parent in person or through telephone conversation to obtain an explanation for the pupil’s absence and to explain to the parent the consequences of continued non-attendance at school and at any conference. At this conference, school officials and the parent shall jointly develop a plan to resolve the student’s non-attendance. Additional absences by the student after notice of the attendance conference has been sent by the school may result in enforcement of Virginia Compulsory Attendance Laws by court action. Court action can include the filing of criminal charges against parents, students, or both. When a student accumulates the equivalent of twenty (20) absences not attributable to a death in the immediate family, a subpoenaed court appearance, a verified chronic medical condition, school sponsored activities, or prearranged absences with the principal or designee, the principal or designee shall convene the attendance review panel. The student shall not be eligible for credit or promotion if the equivalent of twenty unexcused (20) absences accumulate. In addition to Policy JED, Henry County Public Schools expectation for secondary students is that cumulative individual class absences in excess of two (2) days every thirty (30) days of instruction / six (6) weeks grading period or 10 absences within a semester may also result in loss of credit.

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Responsibility for make-up work lies with the student. Arrangements for make-up work must be completed within three (3) days after returning to school. Students who skip a class may be required to makeup work; however, the student may not receive full credit for the completion of such work. This will not apply to assignments such as unit tests, term papers, or other long-term projects which extend beyond the day(s) the student skipped class. Parents are encouraged to call the school on any day that their child will be absent. Parents who do not call the school should provide school personnel with documentation that they were aware of and support the child’s absence. Students are expected to attend all assigned classes every day. Students are not to leave the building without permission. Students who leave the school grounds during the school day before their usual dismissal time must first have parental permission and approval from the administration. Students who are ill or injured must report to the office before leaving the building unless the nature of the illness or injury prohibits this. According to state regulations, the attendance office will notify the local department of social services of children who are truant who are recipients of Aid to Dependent Children support. To promote attendance, teachers may wish to provide positive incentives for attendance. Incentives may include dropping the lowest test grade, awarding five (5) extra points at the end of a grading period, etc. The incentives will be reviewed and approved by the school’s administration. Corrective Actions- one or more may apply

• Parent Contact (required) • Student Conference • Conference with Parent or Guardian • Home Visit • In-School Suspension/After School Detention • Alternative Education • Shortened School Day • Loss of Credit • School Resource Officer/Law Enforcement Agency • Court Referral • Probationary Student Status and Limited Participation in School Program • Suspension of driver’s license

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1. Be on Time!

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School begins at 8:05 a.m. and ends at 2:40 p.m.

Students not in the classroom by 8:05a.m. will be marked tardy.

2. Be on your best behavior at all times.

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Listen to your teacher and follow classroom rules.

3. Use Good Manners

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Remember to say “please” and “thank you”.

When in class, raise your hand to be called upon.

Never say bad or unkind words.

4. Don’t Bully!

Always be a friend. Do not call people names, tease, or

make fun of others. Never push or shove anyone.

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The power of friendship is the best way to stop bullying.

5. Keep your hands to yourself.

Do not Fuss or Fight!

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6. No Cell Phones or

Electronic Devices

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Unless a teacher has given permission, cell phones and other electronics should be put away.

7. Take care of your school

Do not write, paint, or draw on desks, walls,

books, or any other school property.

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8. No weapons!

Do not bring toy, fake, or real guns, knives,

or bullets to school. Tell an adult right away if you see a weapon

or bullets at school.

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9. Just Say, “NO”!

Say “NO” to drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. If someone offers you anything that is

bad for you or you see someone with drugs, alcohol, or tobacco, tell an adult right away.

10. Say “NO” to Gangs

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GANGS

Joining a gang can hurt you, your family, and your friends.

11. Do Not

Cheat!

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Students should do their own work.

12. Tell the Truth

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Be truthful at all times. Honesty is always best.

13. Do Not Steal

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Respect each other’s property. Do not take items that do not belong to

you.

14. Riding the Bus is a Privilege

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Students should be on their best behavior at the bus stop and when riding the school bus.

Students must follow all bus safety rules:

Listen to and obey your bus driver

While the bus is moving, remain seated at all times No bad language No loud talking or laughing Keep aisle clear at all times No food or drink on bus

Do not touch the emergency door, unless there is an emergency

Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before boarding the bus

Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before standing to exit the bus

15. Be Safe on the Internet

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Internet Safety 1.Have an adult help you find a safe website to

view. 2.Always be polite when using online websites. 3.When you are online, do not share personal

information, such as your address or phone number, with others.

4.If you see something bad on the internet, tell an adult.

ACCEPTABLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY AND THE INTERNET

A. Internet: Terms and Conditions of Use

The use of the Internet is a privilege and its use must be in support of education and research and consistent with the educational objectives of Henry County Public Schools. Transmission of any material of violation of federal, state, local law, or School Board policy, regulation and this Code is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, material protected by trade secret, and uploading or creation of computer viruses. Use of technology such as e-mail, text messages, or web sites to defame or harm others is a violation. Use of the Internet for commercial activities is not acceptable unless explicitly permitted by the School Board. Commercial activity includes, but is not limited to, such activities as the following: any activity that requires an exchange of money and/or credit card numbers; any activity that requires entry into an area of service for which the school will be

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charged a fee; purchases or sales of any kind are prohibited; and use for product advertisement or political lobbying is prohibited.

B. Network Etiquette

All students are expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to, the following: (1) Be polite; (2) Use appropriate language; (3) Do not reveal personal address or phone numbers of students; (4) All who use Henry County Schools technology resources must recognize that the work of all users is valuable; therefore, every user must protect the privacy of others. Do not copy, change, read, or use files in other users’ areas (such as hard disk space, diskettes, mail caches, jump drives, downloading wireless information, etc.,) without prior permission.

C. Security

Security on any computer system is a high priority. All security problems must be reported to an administrator. Attempts of a user to log on to the Internet or Henry County Schools networks as a systems operator in an effort to gain access to protected areas of the system or for any other reason is prohibited.

D. Privacy/Copyright

The illegal installation of copyrighted software for use on Henry County Public Schools’ computers is prohibited. Users shall not intentionally seek information on, obtain copies of, or modify files, other data, or passwords belonging to other users or misrepresent or assume the identity of other users on the network.

E. Internet Safety

Students are prohibited from using a communications system, including computers, cell phones, bulletin boards, instant messaging tools, or any other electronic means, for the purpose of soliciting any child for any activity that is in violation of state or federal statutes. This includes threats via texting and provocative pictures via cell phone transmission.

F. Limited Purpose of Educational Mission

Henry County Public Schools provides access to its computer system, which includes access to the Internet, as a privilege, and not as a right, to its students and staff. Henry County Public Schools has a limited educational purpose, which includes the use of its system for classroom activities, professional or career development, and limited high-quality, self-discovery activities. Users are expected to use Internet access through the computer system to advance educational and personal goals consistent with the mission of Henry County Public Schools and its policies. Uses, which may be acceptable on users’ private personal account on another system, may not be acceptable on this limited purpose system, which Henry County Public Schools maintains.

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CORRECTIVE ACTIONS- ONE OR MORE MAY APPLY

The following consequences are among those available to the school administration for violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Each offense shall be considered fully in determining reasonable corrective actions

• Counseling • Admonition • Reprimand • Loss of privileges, including access to the School Division’s computer system • Parental conferences • Modification of student classroom assignment or schedule • Student behavioral contract • Referral to student assistance services • Removal from class • Initiation of child study process • Referral to in-school intervention, mediation, or community service programs • Tasks or restrictions assigned by the principal or his designee • Detention after school or before school • Suspension from school-sponsored activities or events prior to, during, or after • the regular school day • In-school suspension • Out-of-school suspension • Referral to an alternative education program • Notification of legal authority where appropriate • Recommendation for expulsion including recommendation for expulsion for possessing

a firearm, destructive device, firearm muffler, firearm silencer, or pneumatic gun on school property or at a school-sponsored event and recommendation for expulsion for having brought a controlled substance, imitation, controlled substance or marijuana, or synthetic substances, onto school property or to a school sponsored activity

• Evaluation for alcohol or drug abuse • Participation in a drug, alcohol or violence intervention, prevention or treatment program

DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

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The Henry County Public Schools recognize the right of each student with disabilities to an appropriate education. Students identified as disabled are expected to follow the rules as outlined in the Code of Student Conduct. However, the dispositions may vary. Students are taught that there are consequences for their actions, especially when others are deprived of their rights.

Discipline is a valuable educational tool for training students to become good citizens. However,

the placement of a student with disabilities may not be disrupted or terminated by long-term suspension for behavior related to the child’s disabling condition. Long-term suspension in Henry County is defined as more than ten (10) days. Long-term suspension, indefinite suspension, or expulsions are considered to be a change of educational placement. These disciplinary actions invoke the procedural protection of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Short-term suspension is not considered to alter or change educational placement. When suspension, in excess of ten (10) days cumulative, or expulsion is being considered, the school administrator shall convene the Individualized Education Program (IEP) committee to determine if there is a causal relationship between the behavior and the child’s disabling condition. In addition, a behavioral functional analysis and a behavioral improvement plan or review may be conducted as required by state and federal law. If it is determined that there is no causal relationship, the student may be disciplined as any other student. Parents are to be involved in the process since a placement decision is at issue. An educational program shall be provided. If it is determined that there is a causal relationship, the appropriateness of the child’s placement or program must be reassessed by the IEP committee or eligibility committee as appropriate. School personnel may consider any unique circumstances on a case-by-case basis when determining whether to order a change in placement for a child with a disability as a result of discipline. Students with disabilities 1) who carry or possess a weapon to or at school, on school premises, or to or at a school function under the jurisdiction of a state or local educational agency; 2) who knowingly possess or use illegal drugs or sell or solicit the sale of a controlled substance, while at school, on school premises, or at a school function under the jurisdiction of a state or local educational agency; or 3) who inflict serious bodily injury upon another person while at school, on school premises, or at a school function under the jurisdiction of a state or local educational agency may be disciplined pursuant to Henry County School Board Policies JFCD, JFCF, or JGDB and may be placed in an interim alternative educational setting for up to forty-five school days. This option is available without regard to whether a manifestation exists. If no manifestation is found, the student may be disciplined to the extent a student without disabilities would be disciplined.

CODE OF VIRGINIA PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND INVOLVEMENT REQUIREMENTS

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A. Each parent of a student enrolled in a public school has a duty to assist the school in enforcing the standards of student conduct and compulsory school attendance in order that education may be conducted in an atmosphere free of disruption and threat to persons or property, and supportive of individual rights.

B. A school board shall provide opportunities for parental and community involvement in every school in the school division.

C. Within one calendar month of the opening of school, each school board shall, simultaneously with any other materials customarily distributed at that time, send to the parents of each enrolled student (i) a notice of the requirements of this section; (ii) a copy of the school board's standards of student conduct; and (iii) a copy of the compulsory school attendance law. These materials shall include a notice to the parents that by signing the statement of receipt, parents shall not be deemed to waive, but to expressly reserve, their rights protected by the constitutions or laws of the United States or the Commonwealth and that a parent shall have the right to express disagreement with a school's or school division's policies or decisions. Each parent of a student shall sign and return to the school in which the student is enrolled a statement acknowledging the receipt of the school board's standards of student conduct, the notice of the requirements of this section, and the compulsory school attendance law. Each school shall maintain records of such signed statements.

D. Any person who knowingly makes a false statement concerning the residency of a child, as determined by §22.1-3, in a particular school division or school attendance zone, for the purposes of (i)avoiding the tuition charges authorized by §22.1-5 or (ii)enrollment in a school outside the attendance zone in which the student resides, shall be guilty of a Class 4 misdemeanor and shall be liable to the school division in which the child was enrolled as a result of such false statements for tuition charges, pursuant to §22.1-5, for the time the student was enrolled in such school division.

E. The school principal may request the student's parent or parents, if both parents have legal and physical custody of such student, to meet with the principal or his designee to review the school board's standards of student conduct and the parent's or parents' responsibility to participate with the school in disciplining the student and maintaining order, to ensure the student's compliance with compulsory school attendance law, and to discuss improvement of the child's behavior, school attendance, and educational progress.

F. In accordance with the due process procedures set forth in this article and the guidelines required by § 22.1-279.6, the school principal may notify the parents of any student who violates a school board policy or the compulsory school attendance requirements when such violation could result in the student's suspension or the filing of a court petition, whether or not the school administration has imposed such disciplinary action or filed a petition. The notice shall state (i) the date and particulars of the violation; (ii) the obligation of the parent to take actions to assist the school in improving the student's behavior and ensuring compulsory school attendance compliance; (iii) that, if the student is suspended, the parent may be required to accompany the student to meet with school officials; and (iv) that a petition with the juvenile and domestic relations court may be filed under certain circumstances to declare the student a child in need of supervision.

G. No suspended student shall be admitted to the regular school program until such student and his parent have met with school officials to discuss improvement of the student's behavior, unless the school principal or his designee determines that readmission, without parent conference, is appropriate for the student.

H. Upon the failure of a parent to comply with the provisions of this section, the school board may, by petition to the juvenile and domestic relations court, proceed against such parent for willful and unreasonable refusal to participate in efforts to improve the student's behavior or school attendance, as follows:

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1. If the court finds that the parent has willfully and unreasonably failed to meet, pursuant to a request of the principal as set forth in subsection D of this section, to review the school board's standards of student conduct and the parent's responsibility to assist the school in disciplining the student and maintaining order, and to discuss improvement of the child's behavior and educational progress, it may order the parent to so meet; or 2. If the court finds that a parent has willfully and unreasonably failed to accompany a suspended student to meet with school officials pursuant to subsection F, or upon the student's receiving a second suspension or being expelled, it may order the student or his parent, or both, to participate in such programs or such treatment, including, but not limited to, extended day programs, summer school, other educational programs and counseling, as the court deems appropriate to improve the student's behavior or school attendance. The order may also require participation in a parenting, counseling or a mentoring program, as appropriate or that the student or his parent, or both, shall be subject to such conditions and limitations as the court deems appropriate for the supervision, care, and rehabilitation of the student or his parent. In addition, the court may order the parent to pay a civil penalty not to exceed $500.

I. The civil penalties established pursuant to this section shall be enforceable in the juvenile and domestic relations court in which the student's school is located and shall be paid into a fund maintained by the appropriate local governing body to support programs or treatments designed to improve the behavior of students as described in subdivision G 2. Upon the failure to pay the civil penalties imposed by this section, the attorney for the appropriate county, city, or town shall enforce the collection of such civil penalties.

J. All references in this section to the juvenile and domestic relations court shall be also deemed to mean any successor in interest of such court.

CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR REMOVAL OF DISRUPTIVE STUDENTS FROM CLASS BY TEACHER

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Teachers may remove a student from class for engaging in disruptive behavior and which

interrupts or obstructs the learning environment. The criteria for teachers to remove a student from class for disruptive behavior are: 1) The removal of a student by a teacher is necessary to restore a learning environment

free from interruptions or obstructions caused by the student’s behavior.

2) The removal of a student by a teacher occurs only after teacher and/or administrative interventions have failed to end the student’s disruptive behavior.

3) In accordance with the Henry County Public School policies, notice of the

student’s behavior shall be given to the parent.

4) The removal of a student by a teacher is an appropriate response to student behavior that violates Henry County Public School Board regulations governing student conduct.

Teachers are required to report, in writing, incidents of disruptive behavior to the principal or his designee. These reports should include detailed documentation to support the teacher’s removal of the student from class. The principal or his/her designee will notify the student and his/her parents of the incident report and the charges, and/or the opportunity for them to meet with the teacher and the school administration to discuss the student’s behavior and the possible consequences if such behavior does not cease. The school administrator should also attempt to contact the parents by telephone, if possible. The school administrator shall ensure, unless a student who has been removed from class is suspended or expelled from school attendance, that such student continues to receive an education. Accordingly, the school administrator will provide for alternative instruction of such students for the duration of such removals. These alternatives may include, but not be limited to, temporary assignment to another classroom, assignments to in-school suspension, assignment to an area where the student will be isolated from normal privileges but would continue to work on his/her assignments under adult supervision. The teacher may participate and provide input in any decision by the principal to return the student to the class from which he/she has been removed. If there is a disagreement between the teacher and the principal over the return of a student to a class which cannot be resolved at the school level, the teacher and/or the principal may petition the Division Superintendent or his designee, in writing, and a notice thereof shall be mailed to the parent. If petitioned in writing, within five (5) school days of receiving the petition, the Division Superintendent or his designee shall review the matter and confirm, modify or disapprove the continued removal of the student from class. The review shall be based on a study of the incident report by the teacher and an examination of the student’s behavior, as well as any other pertinent material. Any teacher whose evaluation indicates deficiencies in the management of student conduct may be required by the Henry County Public School Board to attend professional activities designed to improve classroom management and disciplinary skills. Application of this policy to students with identified disabilities shall be in accordance with state and federal law and regulations and cannot be in conflict with those provisions.

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This policy shall not be construed to limit or to restrict other Henry County Public School Board policies and regulations for maintaining order in the classroom.

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DISPOSAL OF STUDENT RECORDS

The Henry County Public Schools (HCPS) destroys all eligible records of each student who has been enrolled in the HCPS for five (5) years after the student separates from HCPS. This can be either by graduation, program completion or withdrawal, whichever comes first. Parents should be aware that the child or the parents could need information from this record for Social Security or other benefits. Depending on the location of the child’s records, they should request copies of any needed information from the student’s school or the Central Records Office.

CLASSROOM OBSERVATION PROCEDURES

Henry County Public Schools has recently developed new procedures that all parents/guardians must follow when requesting to observe your child’s classroom. The document entitled, Classroom Observation Procedures, is available for review online at www.henry.k12.va.us. If you have any questions regarding the new procedures, please contact your building principal.

HOMELESS EDUCATION RIGHTS

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All children and youth have the right to free, appropriate public education, including children and youth with: uncertain housing, a temporary address, or no permanent physical address.

The federal McKinney-Vento Act guarantees school enrollment for anyone who, due to a lack of housing, does not have a fixed, regular, and adequate night time residence, such as a child or youth who lives:

-in an emergency or transitional shelter

-in a motel, hotel or campground

-in a car, park or public place, bus or train station, or abandoned building

-doubled up with relatives or friends

-in these conditions and is a migratory child or youth

Children and youth living in these settings meet criteria for the McKinney-Vento definition of homelessness and have special educational rights.

Where can a child or youth without a fixed, regular, and adequate residence attend school?

-the school the child or youth attended before becoming homeless, or was last enrolled (school of origin)

-the school in the attendance area where the child or youth is currently living

How can delays be avoided when enrolling a student experiencing homelessness in school?

-enroll the student immediately

-contact the previous school and ask that the records be sent electronically or shared over the phone

-contact the principal, school counselor, or local homeless education liaison with any concerns.

Henry County Public Schools’ homeless education liaison is, Heather Cochran-Grogan, MSW, and is located at the School Board Office. Her contact number is 276-634-4700.

HENRY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

COMPLIANCE GUIDELINES

In compliance with the Executive Order 11246: Title 11 of the Education Amendments of 1976; Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended by Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972; Title IX

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Regulation Implementing Education Amendments of 1973; and all other Federal, State School rules, laws, regulations, and policies, the Henry County Public School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability, or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities including Career and Technical Education Program areas: Agriculture, Business and Information Systems, Family and Consumer Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, Marketing, Technology Education, and Trade and Industrial Education. Mrs. Rebecca Wells, Director of Special Education, is designated as the coordinator of non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the American with Disabilities Act. Mrs. Christy Landon, Title IX Compliance Officer, is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding personnel matters under Section 504, the American with Disabilities Act and Title IX. Specific complaints of alleged discrimination under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act should be referred to Ms. Amy V. Scott, Coordinator of Students Services.

It is the intent of Henry County Public Schools to comply with both the letter and spirit of the law in making certain that discrimination does not exist in its policies, regulations, and operations. Grievance procedures for Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 have been established for students, parents, and employees who feel discrimination has been shown by the Henry County Public Schools.

Specific complaints of alleged discrimination under Title IX should be referred to:

Mrs. Christy Landon, Title IX Compliance Officer Henry County Public Schools

P.O. Box 8958 Collinsville, VA 24078

276-634-4700

Specific complaints of alleged discrimination under Section 504 should be referred to:

Mrs. Rebecca Wells, Section 504 Coordinator Henry County Public Schools

P.O. Box 8958 Collinsville, VA 24078

276-634-4700

Specific complaints of alleged discrimination under Title VI should be referred to:

Ms. Amy V. Scott, Title VI Coordinator Henry County Public Schools

P.O. Box 8958 Collinsville, VA 24078

276-634-4700

Summary Consent

Statement of Commitment to the Code of Student Conduct

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I have received the Code of Student Conduct, including the Code of Virginia Section 22.1-279.3, with my child and recognize my responsibility to assist the school in enforcing the standards of student conduct. Parents expressly reserve their rights protected by the constitutions or laws of the United States or the Commonwealth and that parents have the right to express disagreement with a school’s or school decision’s policies or decisions. Va. Code Section 22.1279.3.C.

Statement of Commitment to the Acceptable Use of Technology and Internet Policy

I have reviewed the Acceptable Use of Technology and the Internet Policy with my child and recognize my responsibility to assist the school in enforcing the standards of technology/internet conduct. I understand that the school division may access and monitor my child’s use of the computer system, including his/her use of the Internet, e-mail and downloaded material, without prior notice to him/her. I further understand that should my child violate the Acceptable Use Policy or Regulation, his/her computer system privileges may be revoked and disciplinary action and/or legal action may be taken against my child. I understand that access to the computer system is intended for educational purposes and the Henry County Public School Division has taken precautions to eliminate inappropriate material. I also recognize, however, that it is impossible for the school division to restrict access to all inappropriate material and I will not hold the school division responsible for information acquired on the computer system. I grant permission for my child to use the computer system and for the School Division to issue an account for my child.

Statement of Understanding of the Homeless Education Rights I have received and understand my Homeless Education Rights, Code of Student Conduct, and Internet Acceptable Use Policy _______________________________ ___________________________________ Student’s Name Student Signature/Date _______________________________ ___________________________________ School Parent/Legal Custodian Signature/Date Please return this page to your child’s teacher within one (1) week of enrollment of each new school year. Notice to parents: If you wish to opt your child out of activities during the school year that involve the collection or disclosure of directory information, (i.e., yearbook photograph), please submit a letter in writing to the building principal.

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