Fighting
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Fighting
Physical violence or fighting will not be tolerated either on the school grounds, on buses, or at any school activity. Any physical struggle that includes an act of violence by one (1) participant toward another will result in immediate disciplinary action.
In the event there is an exchange of physical violence between two (2) or more participants, all participating will receive disciplinary action.
OSSD BOT Policy JDAB - Fighting: Disciplinary Action recognizes the fundamental right of every student to take "reasonable actions" as may be necessary to defend himself or herself from an attack by another student who has evidenced menacing or threatening behavior through bullying or harassment. Furthermore, OSSD defines "reasonable action" as promptly reporting the behavior to a teacher, principal, counselor, or other school employee when subjected to bullying or harassing behavior.
Grades 4-12
The disciplinary action for fighting or physical violence, with the exception of the use of dangerous or destructive weapons, will be an automatic isolation/suspension of the student or students involved for five (5) days for the first altercation. Any student that is involved in a second altercation during the school year shall be suspended for up to 9 days, pending recommendation to the Alternative Education Center (AEC) for a period of not less than 45 days of school. The school principal will determine, based on the circumstances of the individual case, whether the disciplinary action will be out-of-school suspension or off campus suspension. If the administration determines that a fight poses a serious danger to the students involved or to the well-being of the campus, participating parties will be suspended up to nine (9) days and may be referred for expulsion to the AEC.
The disciplinary action for fighting or physical violence, with the exception of the use of dangerous or destructive weapons, will be an automatic isolation/suspension of the student or students involved for five (5) days for the first altercation. Any student that is involved in a second altercation during the school year shall be suspended for up to 9 days, pending recommendation to the Alternative Education Center (AEC) for a period of not less than 45 days of school. The school principal will determine, based on the circumstances of the individual case, whether the disciplinary action will be out-of-school suspension or off campus suspension. If the administration determines that a fight poses a serious danger to the students involved or to the well-being of the campus, participating parties will be suspended up to nine (9) days and may be referred for expulsion to the AEC.
Any student that instigates, encourages, or records a fight is subject to disciplinary action.
OSSD may also file charges against violent students to ensure the safety of the campus. Students found in violation of this policy are subject to referral to Jackson County Youth Court.
This policy is separate and distinct from the policy regarding possession and/or use of weapons by students.
See also: OSSD BOT Policy JCBE - Unlawful or Violent Acts.
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