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Policy 4373 Revision Process - 2011. Student Code of Conduct Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools. New West Virginia Board of Education Goals.
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Policy 4373Revision Process - 2011 Student Code of Conduct Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools
New West Virginia Board of Education Goals • All students will meet or exceed state, national and international curriculum standards that incorporate the acquisition of 21st century skills through engaging opportunities in (all subjects)... • All students will develop the personal skills and dispositions of wellness, responsibility, self-direction, ethical character, cultural awareness and good citizenship in an environment that is caring and safe. • All student will graduate from high school prepared for post-secondary education and career success through personalized pathways and guidance that focus students on productive and satisfying lives.
“Good Kids Doing Great Work” …developing students who are healthy, responsible, and self-directed and who have the knowledge and Global21 skills that will bring them satisfying and productive lives. -Jorea Marple, Ed.D. State Superintendent of Schools
Chapter 1Expected Student Dispositions • Self-awareness and self-management • Social awareness and interpersonal skills • Decision making skills and responsible behaviors Note: These are addressed in multiple content standards (page 8)
Chapter 2Planning for Policy Implementation Distinct responsibilities (WVDE, RESA, County BOE and school) • Policy Development • Partnership Development • Training and Technical Assistance • Policy Dissemination and Training • Implementation Plan (County and School) • Evaluation of Effectiveness Note: Specific State and Federal requirements will be listed in the appendices.
Chapter 3Inappropriate Behavior and Meaningful Interventions and Consequences • Safe and supportive schools respond immediately and consistently to all inappropriate behaviors • This policy classifies four levels of inappropriate behaviors • Out of school suspensions is not an optional consequence for Level 1 behaviors • County policies may reclassify Levels 2 and 3 inappropriate behaviors
Chapter 3 (Continued) • Use of physical punishment prohibited • Use of restraint • Alternative education for disruptive students • Collaboration with law enforcement
Chapter 4Procedures for Addressing Allegations of Inappropriate Behaviors • All school employees are responsible for assuring a safe and supportive school climate • All inappropriate behaviors observed by students or public guests must be reported to the appropriate personnel • County BOE’s shall develop procedures for reporting complaints , investigating allegations of inappropriate behaviors and preventing reprisals • Special considerations
Chapter 5Procedures for Taking Action on Substantiated Inappropriate Behaviors • Proactive and preventive in determining meaningful interventions and consequences • Provide definitions and guidelines for exclusion, suspension and expulsion • Special considerations • Reporting procedures • Appeals procedures
Appendices • Student rights and responsibilities • State and Federal code requirements • Applicable case law
Feedback Go to the Office of Healthy Schools website http://wvde.state.wv.us/healthyschools/ and open the link, “4373 Feedback.” Follow instructions then submit. COMMENT FORM