Common use of Differentiating Disciplinary Misconduct from Criminal Offenses Clause in Contracts

Differentiating Disciplinary Misconduct from Criminal Offenses. School administrators and teachers are responsible for school discipline. Although SROs are expected to be familiar with the school division code of student conduct, the rules of individual schools, and their application in day-to-day practice, SROs should not be involved with the enforcement of school rules or disciplinary infractions that are not violations of law. Consequences of student misconduct should be effective, developmentally appropriate, and fair. Interventions and school sanctions should help students learn from their mistakes and address root causes of misconduct. School administrators will consider alternatives to suspensions and law enforcement officials will consider alternatives to referrals to juvenile court services and arrests for violations of law. The SLEP shall operate in a manner to ensure children with disabilities receive appropriate behavioral interventions and supports.

Differentiating Disciplinary Misconduct from Criminal Offenses. School administrators Administrators and teachers are responsible for school discipline. Although SROs are expected to be familiar with the school division code of student conduct, the rules of individual schools, and their application in day-to-day practice, SROs should not be involved with the enforcement of school rules or disciplinary infractions that are not violations of law. Consequences of student misconduct should be effective, developmentally appropriate, and fair. Interventions and school sanctions should help students learn from their mistakes and address root causes of misconduct. School administrators will consider alternatives to suspensions and law enforcement officials will consider alternatives to referrals to juvenile court services and arrests for student violations of law. The SLEP MOU shall operate in a manner to ensure children with disabilities receive appropriate behavioral interventions and supportssupport.