Code: JKD
The School Board
delegates to the principal the authority to suspend disobedient and disorderly
students for a period not to exceed ten (10) school days. Suspensions longer than 10 days may be
imposed by the Board.
Prior to the suspension, except as hereinafter provided:
A.
The student shall be given oral or
written notice of the charge(s) against him/her;
B.
The student shall be given an
explanation of the evidence forming the basis for those charge(s); and
C.
The student shall be given an
opportunity to present his/her version of the incident.
However, students whose
presence poses a continuing danger to persons or property or an ongoing threat
of disrupting the academic process may be immediately removed from school. In such cases, the notice of charges,
explanation of evidence, and the student's opportunity to explain his/her
version of the incident, shall be arranged as soon as practicable after removal
of the student from school.
The student’s
parents/guardians shall be notified of suspension as soon as practicable by
telephone (if possible), and by written notice by mail. A copy of the written notice shall be sent to
the Office of the Superintendent.
Students shall be
responsible for any school work missed during their suspension. After reinstatement, they shall be permitted
to take any tests, quizzes or any other form of evaluation affecting their
grades.
Legal Reference: TITLE 20A
MRSA § 1001.9
Cross Reference: JK ‑ STUDENT DISCIPLINE
JKE ‑ EXPULSION OF STUDENTS
First
Adopted: