3240: Student Conduct

The board acknowledges that conduct and behavior is closely associated with learning. An effective instructional program requires a safe and orderly school environment. The board requires that each student adhere to the rules of conduct and submit to corrective action taken as a result of conduct violations. The rules of conduct are applicable during the school day as well as during any school activity conducted on or off campus. Special rules are also applicable while riding on a school bus.

Students are expected to:

1. Conform to reasonable standards of acceptable behavior;
2. Respect the rights, person and property of others;
3. Preserve the degree of order necessary for a positive climate for learning; and
4. Submit to the authority of staff and respond accordingly.

The superintendent will develop written rules of conduct which will carry out the intent of the board.

Cross References:

• Board Policy 3241 Classroom Management, Corrective Actions or Punishment
• 6605 Student Safety Walking to School and Riding Buses

Legal References:

• RCW 4.24.190 Action against parent for wilful injury to property by minor — Monetary limitation — Common law liability preserved
• RCW 9A.16.020 Use of force — when lawful
• Chapter 9.41 RCW Firearms and dangerous weapons
• Chapter 9.91.160 Personal protection spray devices
• Chapter 28A.210.310 Prohibition on use of tobacco products on school property
• Chapter 28A.400.110 Principal to assure appropriate student discipline — Building discipline standards — Classes to improve classroom management skills
• Chapter 28A.600.020 Exclusion of student from classroom — Written disciplinary procedures — Long-term suspension or expulsion
• Chapter 28A.600.040 Pupils to comply with rules and regulations
• Chapter 28A.635.060 Defacing or injuring school property — Liability of pupil, parent or guardian Withholding grades, diploma, or transcripts — Suspension and restitution — Voluntary work program as alternative — Rights protected.
• WAC 392-400-205 Definitions
• WAC 392-400-225 School district rules defining misconduct — Distribution of rules
• WAC 20 U.S.C. 7101 et seq. Safe andDrug-Free Schools and Communities Act