CODE OF CONDUCT Alcohol and Student Discipline

Office of Student Placement History and Purpose Relationship to Code of Conduct Offenses Relationship to Schools Relationship to Associate Superintendents

Suspension Process YTD (4/9/13) 2012: : : : 20 District Snapshot of District Alcohol Violations:

Level 3 Offense  Alcohol/Liquor Law Violation: Violation of laws prohibiting sale, purchase, barter, transportation, possession, distribution, consumption, or being under the influence of alcoholic beverages (See Page 28)  Drug Distribution: It is unlawful for any person to possess with intent, aid, abet, or conspire to manufacture, distribute, dispense, deliver, or purchase an illegal substance, a substance represented as drugs, and/or a mood altering substance (See Page 28)  Drug Possession: Use, possession, or being under the influence of an illegal substance, a substance represented as drugs, and/or a mood-altering substance (See Page 28)  Drug Violation: The use, possession, sale, or solicitation of any chemical compound or material which is categorically not permitted on school grounds or at school related activities such as prescription or non-prescription medication

Criminal Conduct CRIMINAL CONDUCT occurs in offense(s) which significantly disrupt the learning environment or pose a direct and serious threat to the safety of oneself or others. These activities require administrative action and may require action by law enforcement, Office of Student Placement, Associate Superintendent, or the Constituent District Board. Appropriate When Conduct Meets Criteria For Criminal Conduct Or When Level Two Interventions/Consequences Have Become Ineffective.  School principals or their designees may conduct reasonable searches on school property of lockers, desks, vehicles, and personal belongings such as purses, book bags, wallets, and satchels with or without probable cause.  Parent/guardian notification required Interventions and consequences from Levels One and Two Restricted Activity

Criminal Conduct  Extended suspension (with approval from the Associate Superintendent)  Any weapons, alcohol, stolen property, contraband or controlled substances found in such search shall be seized by the school official, the appropriate police agency notified, and the student recommended for disciplinary actions. Failure to cooperate may result in a recommendation of expulsion for a student and the appropriate police agency shall be notified.  Search of Persons and Property Without Probable Cause.  In accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina, any person entering the premises of any school shall be deemed to have consented to a reasonable search of his or her person and effects.  School principals or their designees may conduct reasonable searches on school property of lockers, desks, vehicles, and personal belongings such as purses, book bags, wallets, and satchels with or without probable cause.

Criminal Conduct  Any weapons, alcohol, stolen property, contraband or controlled substances found in such search shall be seized by the school official, the appropriate police agency notified, and the student recommended for disciplinary actions. Failure to cooperate may result in a recommendation of expulsion for a student and the appropriate police agency shall be notified.  Possible consequences  Parent/guardian notification required Interventions and consequences from Levels One and Two.  Restricted Activity  Assignment to Twilight  Community Service at the school or in the community

Criminal Conduct  Loss of Participation in School Events (i.e.: Athletics, Prom, Graduation, etc.)  Extended suspension (with approval from the Associate Superintendent)  Referral to District and/or community-based alternative programs  Referral to the Office of Student Placement  Recommendation for expulsion  Repeat Level 3 offenders will automatically be referred for expulsion