Academic Integrity is defined as engaging in academic dishonesty, including but not limited to, cheating, copying assignments, resource plagiarizing, wrongfully giving or receiving help during an academic examination, wrongfully obtaining test copies or scores, representing someone else’s academic work as one’s own, altering grades/assignments, or student use of any unauthorized material in an attempt to present it as their own.  This offense also includes anyone who assists another in cheating.

Aggressive behavior is defined as behavior that does physical or psychological harm to someone else and/or using other students to engage in such conduct. Prohibited aggressive behavior includes, without limitation, the use of violence, force, noise, coercion, threats, intimidation, fear, bullying, or other comparable conduct. Students identified by staff as displaying aggressive behaviors that put them at risk for continuing aggressive behaviors shall be referred to the Deans’ office. Aggressive behavior is defined as conduct and behavior toward other students that, to a marked degree, appears to terrorize, intimidate, or start fights with other students and may not be limited to bullying.

Using and/or engaging in any form of aggressive behavior that does physical or psychological harm to someone else and/or using other students to engage in such conduct.

No student or group may impede another’s freedom to properly utilize school facilities and programs. Actions of students must not impede educational activities. Disruptive behavior includes a student’s disobedience of a reasonable order given by a staff member.

Prohibited aggressive behavior includes, without limitation, the use of violence, force, noise, coercion, threats, intimidation, fear, bullying (physical or verbal) (defined as behavior and/or conduct towards others that, to a marked degree, appears to terrorize, intimidate or start fights with other students), aggressive posturing or other comparable conduct. Responding to aggressive physical behavior with aggressive physical behavior is considered aggressive physical behavior.

The misuse of alcohol and other drugs, or any substance used to alter one’s state of consciousness, is illegal and a health hazard.  Misrepresentation or sale to other student(s) of alleged drug, “look-alike” drug, alcohol or controlled substance is considered a similarly serious offense.  This includes products advertised as non-alcoholic beverages such as “O’Doul’s, Sharps,” etc.  The attempt or intent to possess, use, obtain, or distribute any illegal or controlled substance, including alcohol and drugs, or any substance purported to be, or presented as an illegal or controlled substance by the student is prohibited.  The distribution, transfer or sale of any pharmaceutical or medical substance is also prohibited.  The school strives to protect students from harmful drugs and chemicals and from those who sell or dispense these substances.  Students may not possess, dispense, sell, conspire to sell or purchase, or be under the influence of such substances on school grounds, or at school-sponsored events.

The possession of drug paraphernalia (i.e., rolling papers, one hitters, pipes, blotter paper, syringes, etc.) is prohibited on school property.

Students who are found under the influence of drugs or in possession of drugs (enough for personal use) may be given an alternative to suspension in which the suspension is reduced from 10 to 5 days provided the student meets the criteria of the program. Eligible students must complete a district-approved substance abuse screening (at parent(s)/guardian(s) expense) and follow the recommended treatment plan (at parent(s)/guardian(s) expense) in order to receive the reduced suspension. They remain on strict probation until the end of the school year. Further drug involvement may result in an expulsion hearing.

School personnel have the right to know the identity of all persons in the building.

Students must identify themselves upon request of duly assigned and identified monitors.  Any student without an ID card should immediately go to the school office for a temporary ID. Students should carry cards at all times.  When without a card, a student should identify himself by name and school upon request of adult or monitor.

 

Arson is defined as deliberate or reckless conduct which causes a fire on school premises and it is prohibited.

Acts, including but not limited to those acts legally defined as assault, battery, aggravated assault and aggravated battery, as well as fighting or any other conduct which may endanger the health or safety of any person is prohibited on school property, at school-sponsored events, and/or on any real property adjacent to or near school property or if it poses a danger to the safety and well-being of students and staff in the school. Students have an obligation to retreat from any such aggressive behavior. Responding to aggressive physical behavior with aggressive physical behavior is considered aggressive physical behavior.

Compulsory School Attendance (Policy 7:70)

Compulsory School Attendance (Policy 7:70)
Whoever has custody or control of a child between the ages of 6 and 17 years of age (unless the child has graduated from high school) must cause the child to attend the district school wherein the child is assigned, except as provided by State law.

Attendance (7:70 AP 1)

It is the expectation of D230 that every student will be punctual and present each day.  Regular daily attendance by students is important for student success.  Students with irregular attendance patterns may find it difficult to be successful in classes and may be subject to a loss of graduation credits.  As a result, it is extremely important that the parent(s)/guardian(s) assure the student’s academic growth and success by emphasizing the need for the student to be punctual and in attendance each day.   

Attendance Interventions

D230 is committed to proactively honor and recognize our students attending full days of school on a regular basis as defined as 95% or better, cumulatively.   Additionally, D230 is committed to ensuring strong communication with our students and their parent(s)/guardian(s).  Parent(s)/Guardian(s) will be notified every time their student is absent.  Meetings with parent(s)/guardian(s),  students, and D230 staff will be required as students reach identified criteria to implement appropriate supports.

Perfect Attendance

A perfect attendance award is presented to those students who complete four years of high school with no absences, including valid absences.  Any questions regarding absences should be addressed to the Dean’s Office within 10 days of the end of a specific grading period.

Classification of Absences

Valid Absence- an absence, all or partial day, that is called in by a parent/guardian with a valid cause of the day of the absence

• According to the Illinois School Code, the only legal reasons why a student may be absent from school are as follows:
• Illness
• Death in the immediate family
• Observation of a religious holiday 
• Family emergency
• Circumstances that cause reasonable concern to the parent/guardian for the student’s safety or health, 
• other situations beyond the control of the student as approved by the principal or designee.

Truancy- an absence, all or partial day, in which the student did not have parent/guardian permission to be absent from school or if a student left school without permission. Truancy may result in school discipline. 

Participation in school-approved activities DOES NOT count against a student’s attendance.  School-approved activities include:

• School Sponsored Field trips
• College visits (up to three times a year)
• Guidance appointments
• Administrative reasons

Calling in a Student Absence

On the day of a student’s absence, the parent/guardian is required to call the Attendance Office in the morning and relay the following information: 

• Student’s name and ID number
• The name of the person calling and the relationship to the student.  Calls will only be accepted from parent(s)/guardian(s) who are designated as such in the student’s personal file
• The reason for the absence
• The approximate length of the absence

Sandburg 708-671-3195 or 708-671-3196
Stagg 708-974-7500
Andrew 708-342-5895 or 708-342-5896

If a student is absent for 2 or more days in succession, the parent/guardian should call each day unless the school has been informed of an extended absence. 

If the parent(s)/guardian(s) does not notify the school of the student’s absence, the student will be considered truant until notification is received and may be issued consequences. 

Off Campus Pass 

In order to leave school before the end of his/her scheduled school day, a student must obtain an Off-Campus Pass from the Attendance Office prior to leaving campus. A parent/guardian must contact the Attendance Office with the student’s name/ID number, date the student will need to leave campus, and the time the student will be off-campus. Off campus passes should only be used for unavoidable appointments that can only be scheduled during school hours. 

Absence for a Partial Day

A student who becomes ill during the school day will be sent home by the School Nurse with parent(s)/guardian(s) approval.

*Please note, D230 administration may request a written doctor’s excuse listing the exact dates of medical absences when patterns of absence or concerns are identified.

Make-up Work (6:290 AP 1)

Students who are absent are allowed to make up work and tests from the absence for full credit.

• Students are responsible to acquire and complete all make-up work, tests, and quizzes missed due to absence
• Two days for each day of absence are allowed for the completion of make-up work, tests, and quizzes, but shall not exceed a total of six school days
• Assignments given before the day(s) of absence, or due during the absence, are due upon the student’s return to class.
• If a test was scheduled for the day(s) a student was absent or had been announced to the student before the day(s) of absence, the student will take the test upon his/her return to school

Tardy Procedure 
A student is considered tardy if they have not crossed the threshold of the classroom door when the bell rings. If a student is more than five minutes late for class and the lateness is unexcused or unauthorized, the student will be counted as truant. Tardies are cumulative per semester.

• 1-4: Teacher notice to student of tardy
• 5: 1 hour detention
• 6-7: 2 detentions
• 8-9: 3 - 6 detentions
• 10+:Dean issued consequences (i.e. loss of privileges, detention, in-school suspension, out of school suspension)

Truancy (7:70 AP 2)
A student who is absent from school without the knowledge and permission of the school authorities and his/her parent(s)/guardian(s) will be considered truant. If a student leaves school during the day, without permission of the Dean or School Nurse, he/she will be considered truant. Once students are identified as truant, positive supports will be put into place to assist students to increase attendance.  Supports may include interventions through the PPS department or referrals to appropriate outside agencies. Consequences may also be considered.

Period Truancy
A period truancy is defined as an unexcused or unauthorized absence from a class, including tardiness, exceeding five minutes.

All Day Truancy
All day truancy is any student’s absence from school without the prior notification of the school authorities by parent(s)/guardian(s).

*Please note, D230 administration may request a written doctor’s excuse listing the exact dates of medical absences when patterns of absence or concerns are identified.

Behavior and Discipline

Bullying (Policy 7:180)

Bus Conduct (Policy 7:220)

Students are expected to report to the cafeteria for their scheduled lunchtime before the tardy bell rings. Students who are late will be issued a tardy in accordance with the tardy policy. Students are expected to observe all school rules during their lunch period. It is also the responsibility of students to keep their individual eating area clean. Students will not be permitted to leave the cafeteria unless they have a pass or permission from the cafeteria supervisors. No food or beverages may be taken from the cafeteria, as students are not permitted to eat in any area of the building except the cafeteria.

Dangerous items are defined as any item that can cause harm to another.  Dangerous items are prohibited.  Dangerous items in a student’s possession, but not used to do harm or as a threat to do harm, will be confiscated and appropriate action decided on a case-by-case basis.

A Deans’ referral is a written report of a student’s violation of the district’s rules and regulations. A student receiving a referral will be notified of the violation at the time of its occurrence by the staff member issuing the referral. The Dean’s Office will afford the student his/her due process rights and process the referral with the student as appropriate.

A detention is a period of time in addition to the regular school day during which the student is required to be present at a designated location within the school.  Detentions are usually assigned from 3:15 p.m. to 4:05 p.m.; from 3:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.; or from 7:15 a.m. to 8:05 a.m.  A 24-hour notice of any assigned detention should be given to each student so that parent(s)/guardian(s) can be notified by the student.  Failure to complete a 3:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. detention may result in a one-day suspension from school.

Students may be assigned to detention by the Deans for various violations of school policy and regulations.  Students failing to appear without cause are subject to additional disciplinary measures.  

Excessive detentions in a semester will result in a conference with parent(s)/guardian(s).

The basic responsibility for effective student control in the District shall rest with the teaching staff within the limits set by School Board policy.

Specific areas of responsibility may be designated by the administrators of the individual schools in the District.

The responsibility for control by the District begins at the time that the student boards the school bus in the morning and ends at the time that he/she is dismissed from the bus in the afternoon.  In the case of students who have special permission to use some means of transportation other than the school bus, District responsibility for student control extends from the time the student arrives on the school premises until the time he/she leaves the school premises.

When a student is involved in a disciplinary matter, the student will be given individual attention in a positive, corrective manner. Disciplinary action may range from warnings to detention to suspension from school. Expulsion from school is the most serious option used in maintaining student discipline.

Disrespect is defined as profanity, vulgarity (as established by court action), defiance of duly constituted authority, (acts legally termed intimidation, criminal defamation, disorderly conduct and/or aggravated assault).  Disrespect is not tolerated.Courteous behavior is expected of students as well as of adults handling students.

Students may not interrupt the educational process.
Students will be expected to honor the rights of ALL individuals to be present and receive an education in a manner that is respectful of all concerned.

 

D230 Student Dress Code (7:160 AP 1)

Consolidated High School District 230  expects that all students will dress in a way that is appropriate for the school day or for any school sponsored event. Student dress choices should respect the District’s intent to sustain a community that is inclusive of a diverse range of identities. The primary responsibility for a student’s attire resides with the student and their parent(s) and/or guardian(s). The school district is responsible for seeing that student attire does not interfere with the health or safety of any student, does not contribute to a hostile or intimidating atmosphere for any student, and is not disruptive to the educational process.  If a student’s dress or grooming is disruptive to the educational process it will not be permitted in school. The Dean’s decision is final regarding student appearance.

No student should be affected by dress code enforcement because of racial identity, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, cultural or religious identity, household income, body size/type, or body maturity. The D230 Dress Code will be enforced in an equitable and dignified manner.

D230 encourages all students to dress comfortably and in ways that support their self confidence and individuality.  There are times when, in order to secure a safe learning environment, protective clothing is needed and students are expected to comply (lab based, performance based, and activity based classes). Restrictions to the way students dress are necessary to support the overall educational goals of the school are explained below:

 

Basic Principle:  Certain body parts must be covered for all students at all times.

The human body and how you choose to dress in accordance with your preference, comfort, style, and character is important.  Equally important is maintaining an environment that respects others and allows for all individuals, students and staff alike, to feel comfortable learning and working.  All individuals must wear clothes that completely cover parts of their body that are commonly defined as private.  

 

Students Must Wear:

-A Top/Shirt (with straps or sleeves and fabric in the front, back, and on the sides).

-Bottoms/Pants/Jeans or the equivalent (for example, a skirt, sweatpants, leggings, a dress or shorts).

-Top/Shirt and bottoms/pants must be touching while walking or standing.

-Shoes/Footwear.

 

Students May Wear:

-Headwear for religious, cultural, or medical purposes.

-Ripped jeans, as long as underwear and/or buttocks are not exposed.

 

Students Cannot Wear:

-Headwear that has a brim, covers the neck, ears, and/or face.*

*This excludes religious headwear.

-Anything depicting or suggesting:

• Language or images that are violent or discriminating.
• Drugs, alcohol, vaping or paraphernalia (or any illegal item or activity).
• Hate speech, profanity, sexually explicit or suggestive language.

-Bullet proof vest, body armor, tactical gear, or combat gear.

-Accessories that could be considered dangerous or could be used as a weapon.

-Blankets, “comfys,” and other bedding materials.

-Heavy coats (ie parkas, pea coats) and trench coats.

 

Dress Code Enforcement

To ensure effective and equitable enforcement of this dress code, school staff shall enforce the dress code consistently using the requirements below. School administration and staff shall not have discretion to vary the requirements in ways that lead to discriminatory enforcement.

• Students may be removed from spaces, hallways, or classrooms as a result of a dress code violation as outlined in “Students Cannot Wear” and “The Basic Principle,” before they return to their schedule.   Students  will be provided two (2) options to be dressed more to code during the school day:

○ Students will be asked to put on their own alternative clothing (if readily available) or remove non-permissible items, to be dressed to code for the remainder of the day.  

○ If necessary, students’ parents may be called during the school day to bring 

alternative clothing for the student to wear for the remainder of the day.

• Students who are repeat offenders of the dress code, or who refuse to comply with the dress code will be disciplined in accordance with School Board Policy 7:190.

These dress code guidelines shall apply to regular school days, school hours, and summer school days. Student athletic apparel will be defined by safety and competitive performance standards and need to adhere to the above guidelines when being worn outside of practice and competition. Students are expected to show an appropriate level of decorum in their dress at all school sponsored activities outside the school day.

Policy 7:160

D230 Student Dress Code (7:160 AP 1)

Consolidated High School District 230  expects that all students will dress in a way that is appropriate for the school day or for any school sponsored event. Student dress choices should respect the District’s intent to sustain a community that is inclusive of a diverse range of identities. The primary responsibility for a student’s attire resides with the student and their parent(s) and/or guardian(s). The school district is responsible for seeing that student attire does not interfere with the health or safety of any student, does not contribute to a hostile or intimidating atmosphere for any student, and is not disruptive to the educational process.  If a student’s dress or grooming is disruptive to the educational process it will not be permitted in school. The Dean’s decision is final regarding student appearance.

No student should be affected by dress code enforcement because of racial identity, sex assigned at birth, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, cultural or religious identity, household income, body size/type, or body maturity. The D230 Dress Code will be enforced in an equitable and dignified manner.

D230 encourages all students to dress comfortably and in ways that support their self confidence and individuality.  There are times when, in order to secure a safe learning environment, protective clothing is needed and students are expected to comply (lab based, performance based, and activity based classes). Restrictions to the way students dress are necessary to support the overall educational goals of the school are explained below:

 

Basic Principle:  Certain body parts must be covered for all students at all times.

The human body and how you choose to dress in accordance with your preference, comfort, style, and character is important.  Equally important is maintaining an environment that respects others and allows for all individuals, students and staff alike, to feel comfortable learning and working.  All individuals must wear clothes that completely cover parts of their body that are commonly defined as private.  

 

Students Must Wear:

-A Top/Shirt (with straps or sleeves and fabric in the front, back, and on the sides).

-Bottoms/Pants/Jeans or the equivalent (for example, a skirt, sweatpants, leggings, a dress or shorts).

-Top/Shirt and bottoms/pants must be touching while walking or standing.

-Shoes/Footwear.

 

Students May Wear:

-Headwear for religious, cultural, or medical purposes.

-Ripped jeans, as long as underwear and/or buttocks are not exposed.

 

Students Cannot Wear:

-Headwear that has a brim, covers the neck, ears, and/or face.*

*This excludes religious headwear.

-Anything depicting or suggesting:

• Language or images that are violent or discriminating.
• Drugs, alcohol, vaping or paraphernalia (or any illegal item or activity).
• Hate speech, profanity, sexually explicit or suggestive language.

-Bullet proof vest, body armor, tactical gear, or combat gear.

-Accessories that could be considered dangerous or could be used as a weapon.

-Blankets, “comfys,” and other bedding materials.

-Heavy coats (ie parkas, pea coats) and trench coats.

 

Dress Code Enforcement

To ensure effective and equitable enforcement of this dress code, school staff shall enforce the dress code consistently using the requirements below. School administration and staff shall not have discretion to vary the requirements in ways that lead to discriminatory enforcement.

• Students may be removed from spaces, hallways, or classrooms as a result of a dress code violation as outlined in “Students Cannot Wear” and “The Basic Principle,” before they return to their schedule.   Students  will be provided two (2) options to be dressed more to code during the school day:

○ Students will be asked to put on their own alternative clothing (if readily available) or remove non-permissible items, to be dressed to code for the remainder of the day.  

○ If necessary, students’ parents may be called during the school day to bring 

alternative clothing for the student to wear for the remainder of the day.

• Students who are repeat offenders of the dress code, or who refuse to comply with the dress code will be disciplined in accordance with School Board Policy 7:190.

These dress code guidelines shall apply to regular school days, school hours, and summer school days. Student athletic apparel will be defined by safety and competitive performance standards and need to adhere to the above guidelines when being worn outside of practice and competition. Students are expected to show an appropriate level of decorum in their dress at all school sponsored activities outside the school day.

Inspired and borrowed from Evanston Township High School

Only those student-operated vehicles for which car permits have been issued may be parked on school property. Cars must be locked from the time the student parks until the student leaves the campus at the end of the school day. Students must not go to their cars during the day unless permission is given by a dean. Cars on school property may be searched by school officials if the officials have reasonable suspicion that the car contains contraband material or substances.

 The following are examples of driving and/or parking violations:

• Reckless driving
• Unauthorized trip to vehicle during the school day
• Driving on an invalid sticker or pass
• Use of vehicle in truancy (self or others)
• Driving/parking without permission

The possession of drug paraphernalia including devices that are or can be used to (a) ingest, inhale, or inject cannabis or controlled substances into the body; and (b) grow, process, store, or conceal cannabis or controlled substances, (including but not limited to, rolling papers, one-hitters, pipes, blotter paper, syringes, etc.) is prohibited on school property.

The possession of drug paraphernalia (i.e., rolling papers, one hitters, pipes, blotter paper, syringes, etc.) is prohibited on school property.

Illegal or Controlled Substances/Chemicals - Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling

Prohibited items: 

• Any illegal drug, controlled substance, or cannabis.
• Any anabolic steroid not administered under a physician’s care and supervision. 
• Any prescription drug when not prescribed for the student by a licensed physician or when used in a manner inconsistent with the prescription or prescribing physician’s instructions. 
• “Look-alike” or counterfeit drugs, including a substance not containing an illegal drug or controlled substance, but (1) that a student believes to be, or represents to be, an illegal drug or controlled substance; or (2) about which a student engaged in behavior that would lead a reasonable person to believe that the student expressly or impliedly represented to be an illegal drug or controlled substance. 
• Drug paraphernalia, including devices that are or can be used to: (1) ingest, inhale, or inject cannabis or controlled substances into the body; and (2) grow, process, store, or conceal cannabis or controlled substances. 
• Possession of prescription or over the counter medications without Nurse approval.
• Students who are under the influence of any prohibited substance are not permitted to attend school or school functions and are treated as though they had the prohibited substance, as applicable, in their possession.
• The misuse of alcohol and other drugs, or any substance used to alter one’s state of consciousness, is illegal and a health hazard. The school strives to protect students from harmful drugs and chemicals and from those who sell or dispense these substances.

 

Students may not use or possess electronic signaling (paging) devices or two-way radios on school property at any time, unless the Building Principal specifically grants permission.

Cell Phones and Other Electronic Devices  

The possession and use of smartphones, cell phones, and other electronic devices, other than paging devices and two-way radios, are subject to the following rules:

1. They must be kept out of sight and in an inconspicuous location, such as a backpack, purse, or locker.
2. They must be turned off during the regular school day unless the supervising teacher grants permission for them to be used or if needed during an emergency.
3. They may not be used in any manner that will cause disruption to the educational environment or will otherwise violate student conduct rules.
4. They may not be used for creating, sending, sharing, viewing, receiving, or possessing indecent visual depictions or non-consensual dissemination of private sexual images as defined in State law, i.e., sexting. Possession is prohibited regardless of whether the depiction violates State law. Any cellular phone or electronic device may be searched upon reasonable suspicion of sexting or other violations of policy. All sexting violations will require school administrators to follow student discipline policies in addition to contacting the police and reporting suspected child abuse or neglect when appropriate. 

Electronic study aids may be used during the school day if:

1. Use of the device is provided in the student’s IEP, or
2. Permission is received from the student’s teacher; e.g., Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) programs.

Examples of electronic devices that are used as study aids include: devices with audio or video recording, MP3 players, some cellular telephones, smartphones, laptop computers, Chromebooks®, and tablet computers or devices, e.g., iPads®.

Examples of electronic devices that are not used as study aids include: hand-held electronic games, CD players, MP3 players used for a purpose other than a study aid, global positioning systems (GPS), radios, and cellular telephones (with or without cameras) used for a purpose other than a study aid.

The use of technology as educational material in a curriculum-based program is not a necessity but a privilege, and a student does not have an absolute right to use his or her electronic device while at school. If applicable, using technology as a study aid must always follow the established rules for the BYOT program. Using technology at all other times must always follow the established rules for cell phones and other electronic devices at school.

The School District is not responsible for the loss or theft of any electronic device brought to school.

Students will be expected to honor the right of ALL individuals to be present and receive an education in a manner that is respectful of all concerned. Any type of ethnic or racial slurs are prohibited.

Expulsion is a decision by the Board of Education to exclude a student from school for more than ten days. A student may be expelled when he or she engages in serious misconduct that is dangerous or disruptive of the educational process.

School Board Policy 7:210

Consistent with guidance from the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Public Health, students must wear face masks at all times while in school buildings (except when eating or if necessary to play an instrument).  Students are expected to wear a face mask to school each day. Students who arrive at school without a face mask will be provided a disposable face covering at no cost. 

The only exemptions to the face mask requirement are for students who are younger than two years of age, have trouble breathing, are incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance. Students who fall into these previous categories must provide a Physicians Certification for Mask Coverings Exemption, completed by their doctor, to their School Nurse.   To request an exemption to the face mask requirement for your student, please contact your buildings' School Nurse or Assistant Principal.  Students who have a medical condition that makes it difficult for them to wear a face mask and who have a completed Physicians Certification for Mask Coverings Exemption on file may be provided with appropriate accommodations to ensure the safety of that student and the rest of the school community.  District personnel will contact the parents/guardians of all students requesting exemptions once the Physicians Certification for Mask Coverings Exemption is received to discuss appropriate accommodations. 

Students who refuse to wear face masks may be subject to disciplinary consequences consistent with the Student Code of Conduct and applicable Board Policies, including but not limited to Board Policy 7:190, Student Behavior.  

District 230 continues to follow the guidelines of CCPDH, IDPH, and the CDC.  Changes to face-covering regulations may be incorporated throughout the school year.  

A falsified phone call is defined as a misrepresentation of parent, guardian or other duly authorized adult.  They are prohibited.

No fireworks or explosives are permitted on school property.

No food or beverages, with the exception of bottled water, are permitted to be taken from the cafeteria.

School forms are for the use of authorized school personnel and the intended audience only.  They should not be misused or taken.  Forgery is defined as misrepresenting or copying a signature.

Students are prohibited from engaging in gang activity. A “gang” is any group of 2 or more persons whose purpose includes the commission of illegal acts.

No student shall engage in any gang activity, including, but not limited to:

1. Wearing, using, distributing, displaying, or selling any clothing, jewelry, emblem, badge, symbol, sign, or other thing that are evidence of membership or affiliation in any gang,
2. Committing any act or omission, or using any speech, either verbal or non-verbal (such as gestures or hand-shakes) showing membership or affiliation in a gang, and 
3. Using any speech or committing any act or omission in furtherance of any gang or gang activity, including, but not limited to: (a) soliciting others for membership in any gangs, (b) requesting any person to pay protection or otherwise intimidating or threatening any person, (c) committing any other illegal act or other violation of school district policies, (d) inciting other students to act with physical violence upon any other person.

The grounds for disciplinary action apply whenever the student’s conduct is reasonably related to school or school activities, including but not limited to:
1. On, or within sight of, school grounds before, during, or after school hours or at any time;
2. Off school grounds at a school-sponsored activity, or event, or any activity or event which bears a reasonable relationship to school;
3. Traveling to or from school or a school activity, function or event; or
4. Anywhere, if the conduct interferes with, disrupts, or adversely affects the school environment, school operations, or an educational function, including but not limited to, conduct that may reasonably be considered to: (a) be a threat or an attempted intimidation of a staff member; or (b) endanger the health or safety of students, staff, or school property.

For health and safety purposes, hallway and locker decorations must be comprised of non-allergenic materials such as mylar and should not be a distraction to the educational process.

Students are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior in the hallways prior to, during and after school. Students are expected not to use profanity, not to litter, and not to congregate in high traffic areas.

Policy 7:20 Harassment of Students Prohibited

Soliciting, encouraging, aiding, or engaging in hazing is prohibited. “Hazing” means any intentional, knowing, or reckless act directed against a student for the purpose of being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in, or maintaining membership in any organization, club, or athletic team whose members are or include other students.

The unauthorized sale of any item to any other student is prohibited.

Unauthorized areas are those areas in which students are not allowed or areas that are not included in a student's schedule. Students are to adhere to their individual schedule of classes.

An on campus assignment is a temporary exclusion of a student from his/her regular class or classes by a dean of students. The student is responsible for contacting his/her teachers and having them sign the in-school contract, thereby allowing the teachers an opportunity to prescribe appropriate class assignments.

Inappropriate language and profanity are defined as swearing, name calling, and/or other language meant to demean or cause harm to others.  Inappropriate language and profanity are prohibited.

Insubordination is defined as continual disregard of school rules, procedures and practices  Students are expected to respect and obey reasonable instructions of staff members. Any deliberate disobedience of a reasonable order by a staff member, or any deliberate student act of eluding or resisting just authority, will not be tolerated. Defiance of duly constituted authority will not be tolerated. The Dean will assess the severity of the behavior to determine the extent of consequences.

Juniors and Seniors are given the privilege of a full lunch period. Juniors and Seniors must remain in the cafeteria unless they have a pass to an authorized area. Juniors and Seniors found out of the commons area, or acting irresponsibly, will be held accountable for the specific infraction and may be assigned to a homeroom and lose their full period lunch privilege.

Students must only use their assigned locker and should not share lockers with others. The ownership of the locker is retained by the school district. The district retains the right to inspect and search lockers at any time and under any circumstances. School authorities shall not grant the right of searching students’ lockers to police or authorities other than those of the school district unless a valid search warrant has been obtained or such permitted search is otherwise permissible under the law. When a student shares a combination with others they jeopardize the security of the items in the locker. Students may not put personal locks on school lockers. All mechanical problems should be reported to the Deans’ office. All lockers must be emptied out at the the end of the school year so that they can be cleaned. All items left in lockers will be donated.

During passing times, students are expected to proceed directly towards their next class.  Students are not to gather in groups and congest hallways.  After school, students are expected to exit the building and school grounds by 3:10 p.m. unless they are participating in a school sponsored and supervised activity.  If involved in this kind of activity, the student must be in the area of the activity by 3:10 p.m.

As students advance through D230 they receive certain privileges (including but not limited to graduation ceremony, dances/prom, driving to school, use of the school parking lot, attendance/participation in extracurricular activities and lunchroom privileges). Students may forfeit these privileges if they fail to comply with school rules.

Lost articles are turned into the Deans’ Office. If an article is lost, the student should check regularly as it may take several days for the item to be turned in.

Lying is defined as misrepresenting the truth.  Students are expected to be truthful.

Make-up Work (6:290 AP 1)

Students who are absent are allowed to make up work and tests from the absence for full credit.

• Students are responsible to acquire and complete all make-up work, tests, and quizzes missed due to absence
• Two days for each day of absence are allowed for the completion of make-up work, tests, and quizzes, but shall not exceed a total of six school days
• Assignments given before the day(s) of absence, or due during the absence, are due upon the student’s return to class.
• If a test was scheduled for the day(s) a student was absent or had been announced to the student before the day(s) of absence, the student will take the test upon his/her return to school

A missed detention is defined as a student not attending their assigned detention.  Students are expected to attend all detentions assigned to them by school authorities.  

Mob action is defined as disruptive behavior by two or more persons acting together without justification or cause.  It is prohibited.

All school rules and regulations will apply to students at any school-sponsored activity as well as to and from school. These activities/areas may be, but are not limited to, the following:
• Buses/bus stops, cabs;
• Dances;
• Field trips;
• Co-curricular activities.

Off Campus Pass 

In order to leave school before the end of his/her scheduled school day, a student must obtain an Off-Campus Pass from the Attendance Office prior to leaving campus. A parent/guardian must contact the Attendance Office with the student’s name/ID number, date the student will need to leave campus, and the time the student will be off-campus. Off campus passes should only be used for unavoidable appointments that can only be scheduled during school hours. 

*Please note, D230 administration may request a written doctor’s excuse listing the exact dates of medical absences when patterns of absence or concerns are identified.

Students may neither leave the school grounds during the school day nor be in areas of the school grounds declared off-limits, unless permission has been granted by proper school officials. (Policy 7:190 AP 7) This includes the following related infractions: students found in an unauthorized area of the building, walk-outs, out of the building, or off school grounds during the regular school day.

Students must not leave class without a written official pass from the teacher.

Students are not allowed to leave the building without the authorization of the dean or nurse.

An out-of-school suspension is defined as the temporary exclusion of a student from school for a period of one to ten days in accordance with Board Policy 7:200. The student will not be able to attend or participate in co-curricular activities starting with the end of the school day immediately preceding the suspension (including weekends and school holidays). This continues until the day the student is permitted to return to school. Out-of-school suspensions may be appealed to the Board through due process, in accordance with Board Policy 7:200.

Students serving an out of school suspension are responsible for obtaining and completing make-up work. Two days for each day of suspension are allowed for the completion of make-up work but shall not exceed a total of six (6) school days. Failure to complete such work in a satisfactory manner within the time limit may result in a loss of credit for each missed assignment.

Probation is a period of time during which the school reserves the right to restrict certain privileges until the student’s behavior allows him/her to be returned to good standing. Such restrictions may include, but not be limited to: loss of driving privileges, pass privileges, and assembly privileges.

Probation (Deans’ Probation) or Strict Probation (Administrative Probation) is a conditional enrollment in school, or in a particular school activity or class, for a restricted period of time. If a student who has been placed on either probation or strict probation commits a major violation as defined by district policy, that student may be referred by the Principal for an expulsion hearing.

The CHSD 230 process for handling student behavioral problems is a progressive discipline policy that is consistently and fairly applied. The basis for such a process is a clear set of rules that students are required to follow. While the intent of discipline is to be positive and corrective, it nonetheless is still discipline. The progressive discipline process is designed to provide interventions to students involved in repeated offenses. It is the hope of the District 230 administration and staff that students involved in our schools will develop skills to manage their behavior effectively as a result of interventions designed and implemented by the PPS (Pupil Personnel Services) staff. 

An Administrative Review will be held to address the needs of students repeatedly violating District 230’s discipline policy. The Administrative Review Board will be comprised of an administrator, Dean of Students, the student’s counselor, and any other personnel deemed appropriate by the administration. The Administrative Review Board will review current interventions and determine future needs/goals for the student. For the good of the vast majority of the student body, individual students who consistently violate the rights of others, or who exhibit little or no interest in the basic purpose of school, or do not respond to corrective interventions that are part of progressive discipline process, will be excluded from school in a manner and period of time consistent with Consolidated High School District 230’s Board of Education Policy, and State Law.

Violations of Consolidated High School District 230’s Board of Education Policy 7:190 and student handbook discipline code will be recorded using the following point system (points are given to the student based upon the consequences he/she receives for his/her violation of policy). 
• Consequence/Point Value (accumulated on a yearly basis - accumulated points may be deducted, to a maximum of 4 per every 30 school day period if there has been no disciplinary action taken in a month.)
• One-hour detentions- .50 points 
• 3-6 hour detentions - .75 point
• All day in-school suspension - 1.0 point
• 1 day out of school suspension – 1.5 point
• 2 day out of school suspension – 2 points
• 3 day out of school suspension – 3 points
• 4 day out of school suspension – 4 points
• 5 day out of school suspension – 5 points
• 6 day out of school suspension – 6 points
• 7 day out of school suspension – 7 points
• 8 day out of school suspension – 8 points
• 9 day out of school suspension – 9 points
• 10 day out of school suspension – 10 points

• The following interventions* will be initiated at the point thresholds indicated:
1-5 points Parent Contact, Counselor, Teacher
Depending on the severity of the infraction, a parent conference may be required 
6-10 points Required Parent Conference, Counselor, Teacher
11-15 points Required Parent Conference, Counselor, PPS referral
16-20 points Required Parent Conference, Administrative Review, Disciplinary Probation; school will restrict certain privileges. Such restrictions may include, but not be limited to, loss of privileges, including driving pass privileges, assembly privileges, etc.
21-25 points Required Parent Conference, Administrative Review, Administrative Probation; allows student a conditional enrollment in school, including a loss of participation in all activities.

*Additional interventions may be implemented.

If the student continues to violate D230’s Disciplinary Policy and obtains 30 Progressive Discipline Points, an Administrative Review of prior interventions, disciplinary infractions, behavioral needs, and educational programming will be conducted. Possible outcomes from the Administrative Review may include: 
-Enrollment in the appropriate D230 Alternative Education Program 
-Placement at a Regional Safe School 
-Recommendation for an expulsion hearing

It should be noted that the progressive discipline policy does not apply to serious major violations, which involve student safety, alcohol, or illegal substances/activities, including misuse of prescription medications. These serious violations, regardless of discipline point total, may result in the student being recommended for expulsion. (Student Discipline, Policy 7:190)

IEP/Special Education Rules/Regulations
All state and federal provisions related to students with special needs will be reviewed and applied as appropriate for all disciplinary interventions.

Inappropriate displays of affection are not allowed.

Board Policy 2:265 
Sexual harassment of any kind is prohibited.

The school resource officer is a member of the local police department of the town where the school is located. School campuses may have full or part-time resource officers to assist students and staff in matters of safety and security.

Policy 7:140 Search and Seizure

The administration may request the assistance of law enforcement officials to conduct inspections and searches of lockers, hallways and parking lots through the use of specially trained dogs.

At the beginning of the school year all students will be issued an I.D. card which is to be carried in school at all times; to be presented at all school activities for admission purposes; and to be presented to staff for hall passes to be issued. In addition, the I.D. card is used as a library card, a debit card and as a bus pass. Replacement of I.D. cards are available, for a fee, from the Deans’ office.

Tardy Procedure 
A student is considered tardy if they have not crossed the threshold of the classroom door when the bell rings. If a student is more than five minutes late for class and the lateness is unexcused or unauthorized, the student will be counted as truant. Tardies are cumulative per semester.

• 1-4: Teacher notice to student of tardy
• 5: 1 hour detention
• 6-7: 2 detentions
• 8-9: 3 - 6 detentions
• 10+:Dean issued consequences (i.e. loss of privileges, detention, in-school suspension, out of school suspension)

*Please note, D230 administration may request a written doctor’s excuse listing the exact dates of medical absences when patterns of absence or concerns are identified.

Theft is defined as stealing or attempting to steal school property or another person’s personal property.  No student or accomplice may take, deface, or destroy personal or public property.  This includes, but is not limited to, the unauthorized taking, receiving, or holding property belonging to another, or in possession of items that don’t belong to you.

If you have something stolen, immediately report the theft to the Deans’ Office. Please note that District 230 does not provide insurance against theft or loss of personal property and cannot reimburse for such losses. It is suggested that students not bring valuable personal items or large amounts of money to school.

Policy 2:265

Using, possessing, distributing, purchasing, or selling any tobacco products is prohibited.  Additionally, acting as a lookout for smokers is not allowed. The use of tobacco is an illegal activity on school grounds.Lookouts are those individuals who willfully disrupt duly appointed staff members in the performance of their duties. Possession or use of tobacco products on school premises, on buses, and at school-sponsored functions is strictly prohibited. This includes chewing tobacco/snuff. All tobacco products and look-a-likes will be confiscated.

Truancy (7:70 AP 2)

A student who is absent from school without the knowledge and permission of the school authorities and his/her parent(s)/guardian(s) will be considered truant. If a student leaves school during the day, without permission of the Dean or School Nurse, he/she will be considered truant. Once students are identified as truant, positive supports will be put into place to assist students to increase attendance.  Supports may include interventions through the PPS department or referrals to appropriate outside agencies. Consequences may also be considered.

Period Truancy
A period truancy is defined as an unexcused or unauthorized absence from a class, including tardiness, exceeding five minutes.

All Day Truancy
All day truancy is any student’s absence from school without the prior notification of the school authorities by parent(s)/guardian(s).

*Please note, D230 administration may request a written doctor’s excuse listing the exact dates of medical absences when patterns of absence or concerns are identified.

Vandalism is defined as damage to property/defacing property (acts legally termed damage to property.  Causing or attempting to cause damage to school property or another person’s personal property is prohibited.No student or accomplice may take, deface, or destroy personal or public property.

Inappropriate use of computers is prohibited.  Please review the school district Technology Acceptable Use Policy

No students from other schools or friends of students will be allowed to visit school while classes are in session.  All visitors to any campus must obtain a visitor's pass at the front reception desk.

Policy 7:190

Possession, use, control or transfer of any gun, rifle, shotgun or any other item if used, or attempted to be used, to cause bodily harm, including, but not limited to, knives, brass knuckles, billy clubs, “look-alikes” of any weapon described are strictly prohibited.

No weapons, instruments used to intimidate as weapons (“look-alikes,” toys, pellet guns, starter pistols, knives, blades, clubs, etc.), personal defense sprays (Mace, pepper sprays, etc.), or other dangerous instruments are permitted on school property.  This includes laser pens/pointers.