Discipline Matrix: 3-K and 4-K

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www.oxfordsd.org/ReportBullying.

Bullying

Definition:  Physical, verbal, written, or electronic conduct, directed toward a student that is: 1) Unwanted, 2) Repeated, and 3) Involves an imbalance of power. These actions are so pervasive, severe, and objectively offensive, that they: 1) have the purpose of creating or resulting in an intimidating, hostile, or offensive academic environment, or 2) have the purpose or effect of substantially or unreasonably interfering with a student’s academic performance, which deprives the student access to educational opportunities.

Harassment

Definition:  Harassment is a form of discrimination. Physical, verbal, or electronic conduct related to a person’s race, religion, national origin, age, gender (including pregnancy), disability, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information or other category protected by law. The District specifically prohibits any form of harassment that is sexual in nature. Includes, but is not limited to, verbal harassment or abuse, implied or overt threat(s), physical acts of aggression, and intimidating behavior, which have the effect of substantially or unreasonably interfering with a student’s education, use of services, or participation in activities.

Hazing

Definition:  Committing an act against a student or coercing a student to commit an act that creates risk of harm to a person, in order to be initiated into a student organization or class, or for any other purpose.

Failure to Comply with Instructions

Definition:  Failure to complete or fulfill a task assigned by a staff member three or more times in one day.

Disrespectful Behavior

Definition:  Communication or actions that demonstrate a lack of respect or courtesy toward an individual three or more times in one day.

Offensive Language/Gesture

Definition:  Use of disgusting, hurtful, obscene or foul language, communication, or action including intentionally exposing others to bodily fluids.

Non-Violent Playful Behavior

Definition:  Excessive playful behavior which has the potential to cause accidental harm (including playful hitting, pushing, shoving or other behaviors which could cause harm unintentionally).

Insubordination

Definition:  Conduct deemed as continued willful disobedience and unwillingness to submit to authority or refusal to respond to a reasonable request (including providing false information).

Offensive Language/Gesture Directed at a Staff Member

Definition:  Offensive language or gesture as defined above, directed at a staff member three or more times in one day.

Chronic Disruption

Definition:  Creating or contributing to a moderate disturbance that disrupts the normal operation of the school environment but doesn't pose a threat to the health or safety of others three or more times in one day.

Cell Phones/Personal Devices

Definition:  Possessing a cell phone, or other personal device (air pods etc), that is turned on, on school property between the first bell and last bell of the school day, or on buses contracted by the District, unless authorized by a school official, is in violation of this rule. Student must be actively using the device to be in violation.

Electronic Device/Technology Misuse

Definition:  Unauthorized and/or non‐educational use of electronic devices/technology. Use of District technology is a privilege and not a right. If the misuse constitutes another violation, consequences consistent with the other violation may also be given.

Lighters and Matches

Definition:  Possession of lighters or matches.

Fires and Misuse of Fire Alarms/Extinguishers

Definition:  Causing, or attempting to cause, a fire on school grounds, pulling a fire alarm, or using a fire extinguisher without valid cause.

Weapons

Definition:  Possessing, handling, or transmitting any object or material that is ordinarily considered a weapon, lookalike weapon, or any object that could place a person in reasonable fear of physical harm. Includes, but not limited to knives, razor blades, mace, and pepper spray.

Bomb Threat or Threat of School Shooting

Definition:  A threat to detonate an explosive or incendiary device to cause property damage, death, or injuries, whether or not such a device actually exists, or a substantial threat or plan to conduct a school shooting.

Firearms

Definition:  Carrying, possessing, storing, keeping, leaving, placing, or putting into the possession of another person, any firearm, including an air gun.

Theft

Definition:  Taking something that does not belong to you. Stealing, or attempting to steal, private or school property, or receiving school property.

Destruction of Property

Definition:  Causing or attempting to cause damage to private or school property, or the repeated damage involving private or school property, including graffiti. This also includes the alteration of student or school computer programs or systems.

Physical Aggression Toward a Student

Definition:  Aggressive behavior with the potential to cause physical harm towards others, including a forceful action, attitude, or behavior that is expressed physically towards another student. This includes biting with or without breaking the skin, spitting, or the intentional expulsion or contact of bodily fluids.

Intimidation/Threat Toward a Student

Definition:  Use of coercion, force, threats, violence, intimidation or similar conduct, that constitutes a threat to another student’s safety or interferes with school purposes.

Physical Injury of a Student

Definition:  Causing physical injury to another student. Cases in which physical injury are caused by accident or other action undertaken on the reasonable belief that it was necessary to protect another person or self shall not constitute a violation of this rule.

Fighting

Definition:  A physical conflict involving two or more students.

Physical Aggression Toward Staff

Definition:  Aggressive behavior with the potential to cause physical harm towards others, including a forceful action, attitude, or behavior that is expressed physically toward a staff member.

Intimidation/Threat Toward Staff

Definition:  Use of coercion, force, threats, violence, intimidation or similar conduct that constitutes a threat to a staff member’s safety or interferes with school purposes.

Physical Injury of Staff

Definition:  Causing physical injury to a staff member. Cases in which physical injury are caused by accident or other action undertaken on the reasonable belief that it was necessary to protect another person or self shall not constitute a violation of this rule, including biting that breaks the skin.

Notice: The Title IX9 Coordinator will always be notified in cases of Sexual Misconduct.

Pornographic Materials

Definition:  Possessing, creating, or viewing obscene writings, drawings, photographs, videos, sound recordings, or the like.

Sexual Activity

Definition:  Touching of a sexual nature, attempting to engage or engaging in sexual activity, or exposing private body parts.

Accessory:
Students who cause, assist, encourage, advise, or act in collaboration with another student to commit a violation of the Code of Conduct may be subject to the same disciplinary consequences associated with the specific infraction committed by the involved student.

Transportation behavior:
While on district‐provided transportation (including, but not limited to a bus or cab), students shall adhere to the same behavior expectations, standards, and consequences as at school. Consequence will be consistent with the violation committed, which may include suspension of riding privileges.

Infractions off school grounds:
Activities that occur outside of the school environment but substantially disturb the school environment are subject to the consequences listed in this matrix.

Other campuses:
Any violation committed by a student on another campus shall be punished in the same manner as if the violation had been committed at the student’s assigned school.

Repeat offenders (multiple referrals):
If a student receives 3 referrals in a quarter, regardless of type, Step 2 (consequence 3) or higher consequences may be appropriate for each subsequent referral if interventions have been/are being utilized and were not effective.

Repeat offenders (major infractions):
A student who commits more than five [5] major disciplinary infractions within a single calendar year shall be referred for a disciplinary hearing. The purpose of the hearing is to determine whether an alternate educational placement is appropriate based on the pattern of behavior. However, if an infraction warrants a disciplinary hearing before the Repeat Offender clause has been enacted, the consequences outlined in the Discipline Matrix will supersede the Repeat Offender clause.

NOTE: Any infraction that results in a Suspension [SUS] on the first violation will be considered a major disciplinary infraction, regardless of the student’s prior disciplinary history.