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MHS CODE OF DISCIPLINE
Since no student has the right to interfere with another student’s right to learn, each student will be expected to observe a code of personal conduct which will in no way interfere with the educational opportunities for other students. The administration and faculty will make and enforce such rules as are necessary for the efficient operation of the school.
DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES
INFRACTIONS – LEVEL I
Minor Infractions: Examples (Not an exclusive listing)
Classroom disturbances
Inappropriate language
Inappropriate affection
Disruptive classroom behavior
Violation of Tardy Policy
Violation of dress code
Sleeping in class
Violation of Electronic Devices Policy
Loitering outside the building
Visitors at school
Horseplay
Non-defiant failure to do assignments or carry out directions
Any other behavior detrimental/prejudicial to learning
Removing food from the cafeteria
Bringing food or drinks from restaurants into the school or having others deliver such items to school
Selling items at school without administrative approval.
DISCIPLINE – LEVEL I
Examples (Not an exclusive listing)
Verbal reprimand
Restricting activities
Counseling
Corporal punishment
Alternative seating
Detention
Special assignment
Assigning work details
Withdrawal of privileges
Confiscation of contraband
Consultation with parent
INFRACTIONS – LEVEL II
An infraction whose frequency or seriousness tends to disrupt the learning climate of the school. Examples (Not an exclusive listing)
Violation of Tardy Policy (3rd offense)
School or class truancy
Using forged notes/excuses
Violation of dress code 2nd offense
Abusive language towards others
Failure to attend detention
Extreme inappropriate affection
Harassment/Bullying/ Cyberbullying
Cheating/lying
Violation of the Acceptable Usage Policy for school computers
Continuation of unmodified Level I behaviors
DISCIPLINE – LEVEL II
Examples (Not an exclusive listing)
Teacher/schedule change
In-school suspension
Out-of-school suspension
Consultation with parents
Detention
Corporal punishment
Suspension from school-sponsored activities or from riding bus
Restricting school related honors/privileges otherwise due
INFRACTIONS – LEVEL III
Acts directly against persons or property but whose consequences do not seriously endanger the health or safety of others.
INFRACTIONS: Examples (Not an exclusive listing)
Fighting (mutual combativeness)
Vandalism (minor)
Stealing
Sexual harassment (Verbal)
Insubordination
Harassment/Bullying/ Cyberbullying
Threats to others
Truancy
Gambling
Use/possession of tobacco
Continuation of Levels I and II
DISCIPLINE – LEVEL III
Examples (Not an exclusive listing)
In-school suspension
Corporal punishment
Alternative School
Detention
Out-of-school suspension
Restitution from loss, damaged, or stolen property
INFRACTIONS – LEVEL IV
Acts which result in violence to another’s person or property or which pose a threat to the safety of others in the school.
INFRACTIONS: Examples (Not an exclusive listing)
Extortion
Assault/Battery*
Vandalism
Sexual harassment (Physical)
Bomb threat
Arson
Harassment/Bullying/ Cyberbullying
Threats of violence involving a weapon
Possession/use/transfer of dangerous weapons*
Theft/possession/sale of stolen property
Use/transfer/Possession of unauthorized substances*
Unmodified Level I, II, and III behaviors
DISCIPLINE – LEVEL IV
Examples (Not an exclusive listing)
Out-of-school suspension
Alternative School
* Suspension for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year
Expulsion
Referral to the hearing authority or Board for proper placement.