Any conduct which causes or creates a reasonable likelihood that it will cause a substantial disruption in or material interference with any school function, activity, or purpose, or that interferes with or creates a reasonable likelihood that it will interfere with the health, safety or well-being, or the rights of themselves or others is prohibited.

The preceding is a general standard that should be used as a guide by all students. Not all acts of misconduct can be itemized here. Situations or problems that may occur during the school year that are not specifically covered in this handbook will be decided by the building principal. The following is an enumeration of some of the main areas of conduct which may lead to disciplinary action such as detention, confiscation of material, revoking privileges, removal from the school setting by law enforcement officers, probation, exclusion, mandatory program reassignment, suspension, or expulsion. Exclusion, suspension, expulsion, and mandatory program reassignments shall be administered in accordance with the standards established by state law. (Refer to Board Policy 5610 for more information.)

Possession or use of a weapon or other item that might cause bodily harm to anyone in the school. The term “weapon” means any object which, in the manner in which it is used, is intended to be used, or is represented, is capable of inflicting serious bodily harm or property damage, as well as endangering the health and safety of others. (Refer to Board Policy 5772 for weapons description.)
Possession or being under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substances or controlled substance analogs, or otherwise in violation of district student alcohol and other drug policies.
Behavior that interferes with a person's work or school performance or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive classroom environment.
Fighting
Taunting, baiting, inciting, and/or encouraging a fight or disruption.
Disruption and intimidation caused by gang symbols or gestures, gang or group posturing to provoke altercations or confrontations.
Pushing, striking or threatening a student or staff member.
Obstruction of classroom activities or other intentional action taken to attempt to prevent the teacher from teaching or other students from learning.
Interfering with the orderly operation of the classroom by using, threatening to use, or counseling others to use violence, force, coercion, threats, intimidation, fear, or disruptive means.
Cheating is defined as taking the work, words, or ideas and/or efforts of another as one’s own, or providing one’s work to be presented as another’s. Cheating may result in disciplinary action.
Dressing or grooming in a manner that presents a danger to health or safety, causes interference with work or creates classroom disorder.
Repeated classroom interruptions, confronting staff argumentatively, making loud noises, refusing to follow directions, or excessive disruptive talking.
Restricting another person's freedom to properly utilize classroom facilities or equipment.
Throwing dangerous objects in the classroom or on school grounds. This includes snowballs.
Repeated disruption or violation of classroom rules.
Racial slurs or degrading statements of any nature.
Behavior that causes the teacher or other students fear of physical or psychological harm.
Physical confrontations or verbal/physical threats.
Willful damage to school property.
Defiance of authority (willful refusal to follow directions or orders given by the teacher).
Repeatedly reporting to class without bringing necessary materials to participate in class activities.
Possession of personal property prohibited by school rules and otherwise disruptive to the teaching and learning of others (laser pointers, lighters, matches, noise makers etc.)
Use of profanity
Students who believe they are victims of bullying behaviors must report their concerns to the school counselor or building principals to assure consistency and timeliness in handling complaints. Procedures used in handling the complaints will be in accordance with Board Policy 5136 and 5517.01.
Students who believe they are victims of sexual harassment must report their concerns to the school counselor or building principal to assure consistency and timeliness in handling complaints. Procedures used in handling the complaints will be in accordance with Board Policy 5517.
While at school, on school property, or at a school-sponsored activity off school grounds, students are not to:
- possess or use tobacco
- possess or consume alcoholic beverages
- sell, consume, or have possession of drugs
- be under the influence of alcohol or drugs and/or look-alike drugs
- possess or use weapons/firearms/tasers

Violations of a, b, c, d, or e above may lead to permanent expulsion from school. This restriction extends beyond the normal school day, including all school sponsored extracurricular activities. Parents and/or law officials may be contacted if violations occur.

Failure to adhere to school expectations in regard #25 above may result in any or a combination of the following disciplinary actions:

Parental Notification
Search and seizure of items in question
Referral to authorities
Referral for counseling and/or treatment
Suspension from school
Recommendation to the School Board for expulsion.

Cedar Grove-Belgium Middle School