TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. When in the judgment of a teacher, a student requires the attention of student personnel employees or other specialists, he/she will so inform the principal or his/her designee either orally or in such writing as may be required, using forms provided for referral to certain services. The principal or the designee, after consultation with the teacher, will arrange, if necessary, for a conference among the principal, the teacher, and the service specialist to discuss the problem and to decide upon appropriate action. A teacher may refer to the principal or the designee for appropriate action, a student who seriously interferes with the learning opportunities of other students in the teacher's charge. The teacher shall communicate in writing (or in cases of extreme emergency, in person) the nature of the problem to the principal or designee. If such communication is done in person, a written report must be filed with the principal or the designee as soon as possible and ordinarily no later than the close of the school day. A standard check list referral form shall be used within each school for such referrals. If a pupil's presence poses a continuing danger to persons or property or an ongoing threat of disrupting the academic process taking place either within a classroom or elsewhere on the school premises, a teacher may remove a pupil from curricular or extracurricular activities under his/her supervision, for a period not to exceed twenty-four (24) hours. Immediately upon removal the teacher shall notify the principal’s/building administrator’s office and shall as soon as practicable thereafter submit in writing to the principal the reasons for such removal. If the removal recommendation is either accepted or reduced, the teacher may request a conference to discuss the referral. The teacher recognizes that the authority to suspend rests solely with the building principal as prescribed by law. A teacher xxx also, within the scope of his/her employment, use and employ such amounts of force that is reasonable and as is necessary, to quell a disturbance threatening physical injury to others, to attain possession of weapons or other dangerous objects upon the person or within the control of the student for the purpose of self-defense or for the protection of persons or property. In the event such above actions become necessary or in the case of aggravated assaults upon the teacher, the situation will be reported as quickly as possible to the building principal...
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. (Concluded)
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. A. The Board agrees to provide all reasonable support and assistance to the Teacher with respect to the maintenance of control and discipline in the classroom. When a Teacher believes that a pupil requires the assistance of a Counselor, a Social Worker, a School Psychologist, a law enforcement person, a physician or other professional(s), the Teacher shall file a written referral form with his/her Principal requesting that the necessary assistance be provided. The Board will take reasonable steps to provide the requested assistance.
B. It is recognized that discipline problems occur less in classes where student interest is maintained. When discipline problems occur, they may be dealt with constructively by encouragement, praise and emphasis upon the pupil's desirable characteristics. A Teacher may use reasonable force to protect the Teacher, pupils or others from immediate physical injury; to obtain possession of a weapon or other dangerous object within the control of the pupil; and/or to protect property from physical damage and for other reasons permitted by the Revised School Code, as implemented by Board policy. (see MCL 380.1312).
C. Each teacher will be provided with a written statement regarding Board policy on the use of corporal punishment and reasonable physical force. This information is included in the employee handbook.
D. A Teacher may temporarily remove a pupil from the classroom when the gravity of the offense, the persistence of the misbehavior or the disruptive effect of the violation makes the continued presence of the pupil in the classroom intolerable. The Teacher will provide a written record of the incident to the Principal, as promptly as his/her teaching obligations will allow. The pupil shall not be returned to the classroom until after the Teacher and the Principal consult regarding the incident and the discipline.
E. The procedure for the suspension of a pupil from school shall annually be distributed to students, Teachers and parents.
F. A Teacher shall promptly notify the Board, or its designated representative(s), of any alleged assault and/or battery incident which occurred during the performance of the Teacher's employment responsibilities. If, in the reasonable opinion of the Board, it becomes necessary to provide legal counsel to advise the Teacher of his/her rights and obligations regarding the handling of the alleged incident by law enforcement and/or judicial authorities, it will do so.
G. If a Teacher is on duty on ...
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. A. The Board recognizes its responsibilities to support and assist teachers with respect to the maintenance of control and discipline in the classroom.
B. The Board recognizes that discipline problems are less likely to occur in classes which are well taught and where a high level of student interest is maintained; however, a teacher may use such force as is necessary to protect himself/herself from attack or to prevent injury to another student.
C. A teacher may temporarily remove a pupil from his class when the grossness of the offense, the persistence of the misbehavior, or the disruptive effect of the violation makes the continued presence of the student in the classroom intolerable. Disciplinary procedures will be consistent with the handbook.
D. Any case of assault or legal action upon a teacher while acting within the scope of his duties shall be promptly reported to the building administrator. The Board shall render all reasonable assistance to the teacher in connection with the investigation of such instances. Time lost by a teacher in connection with any incident mentioned in this Article shall not be charged against the teacher.
E. If any teacher is complained against or sued by reason of disciplinary action taken by the teacher against a student in accordance with school policy, the Board will provide legal counsel and render all necessary assistance to the teacher in his/her defense to the extent provided by the Board's liability insurance protection, provid- ing the teacher acted in a reasonable manner.
F. The Board will reimburse a teacher for damage or destruction of clothing or personal property worn by a teacher acting within the scope of his duties provided:
1. The damage or destruction is caused by an assault by a student upon a teacher acting within the scope of their duties and responsibilities.
2. The teacher exhausts his/her personal insurance prior to requesting reimburse- ment and actual monetary loss is incurred.
3. The total liability of the Board shall not exceed $200.00 under this provision.
G. Complaints against a bargaining unit member which are to become part of the employee's personnel file shall be immediately drawn to the employee's attention.
H. No action against a teacher shall be taken on a basis of a complaint by a parent, student, teacher, or administrator, nor any notice thereof shall be included in the teacher's personnel file unless the matter is first reported to the teacher.
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. When, in the judgment of a teacher, a student requires the attention of pupil-personnel employees or other specialists, he/she will so inform the principal or designee either orally or in such writing as may be required, using forms provided, for referral to certain services. The principal or designee, after consultation with the teacher, will arrange, if necessary, for a conference with the teacher, and the service specialist to discuss the problem and to decide upon appropriate actions. A teacher may refer to the principal or designee for appropriate action, a pupil who seriously interferes with the learning opportunities of other children in the classroom. The teacher shall communicate in writing (or, in person, in cases of extreme emergency) the nature of the problem to the principal or designee. If such communication is done in person, a written report must be filed with the principal or designee as soon as possible and ordinarily no later than the close of the school day. A standard check list referral form shall be used within each school for such referrals. The teacher may recommend in this referral that the pupil be detained outside the classroom for a minimum of the remainder of the class period. If such recommendation is made by the teacher, the principal or designee is obligated to give it immediate consideration.
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. A. In the case of a discipline dispute involving a member of the faculty and a member or members of the student body, the Administration will strive to obtain all of the facts from all involved parties in the case prior to rendering a decision.
B. The teacher is responsible for maintaining a climate in which education can take place. Since he/she is responsible for this, then he/she should have a strong voice in determining acceptable student conduct and teaching methods provided that these judgments fall within the scope of the general school regulations as outlined by the District policy.
C. Should an Administrator feel that a teacher needs guidance in dealing with an academic or discipline problem, he/she should be given guidance in a situation which guarantees privacy, and allows the teacher to educationally profit from the conference. In the event of a serious disagreement, the teacher has the right to have a representative from the Association present, if he/she wishes.
D. The procedures for dealing with serious disciplinary action are outlined in the Faculty Handbook. Any student who addresses a teacher in a flagrantly disrespectful manner or physically threatens or attacks a teacher shall be dealt with appropriately by the building principal. (The teacher has a right to file legal charges in case of assault in the performance of duty and utilize the school attorney. The teacher must file a detailed written report of the incident with the Administrator.)
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. A. Teacher Protection: Teachers will immediately report in writing all cases of assault sustained by them and any criminal conduct observed in connection with their employment to their principal or immediate supervisor. Said report will be forwarded to the Board, and the Board and the administration will comply with any reasonable request of the teacher for information in its possession relating to the incident or the persons involved and will act in appropriate ways as a liaison between the teacher and the courts.
B. Parent-Student Complaints: Any authenticated complaints by a student or by parents of a student that are directed toward a teacher shall be promptly called to the teacher's attention. If there is any intent to file such a report in the teacher's folder, the teacher may be afforded an opportunity to reply to the same and no derogatory complaint, letter, report or other material shall be placed in the teacher's file without the teacher's knowledge and an opportunity to make a written statement of defense to be attached thereto and an opportunity to confront the complainants with an Association representative present, if the teacher so desires. The district shall not be required to notify a teacher of an authenticated complaint of a criminal offense if the district reasonably determines that notifying such teacher could be harmful to any student if premature notification of such complaint could result in such harm.
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. A. The Board agrees to provide all reasonable support and assistance to the Teacher with respect to the maintenance of control and discipline in the classroom. The Teacher will follow the building specific procedures when addressing a disciplinary issue. When a Teacher has concerns about a pattern of behavior, the MTSS process for behavior will be initiated.
B. It is recognized that discipline problems occur less in classes where student interest is maintained. When discipline problems occur, they may be dealt with constructively by encouragement, praise and emphasis upon the pupil's desirable characteristics. A Teacher may use reasonable force to protect the Teacher, pupils or others from immediate physical injury or to obtain possession of a weapon or other dangerous object within the control of the pupil.
C. Each teacher will be provided with a written statement regarding Board policy on the use of corporal punishment and reasonable physical force. This information is included in the employee handbook.
D. Teachers will make every effort to address behavioral concerns within the classroom, with the goal of keeping the student in class. If a pattern of significant behavioral incidents occur that prevents ongoing instruction to continue, the Teacher may ask appropriate school personnel for support with the student. If removed from the classroom, the student will return when they have de-escalated. The appropriate school personnel will confer with the teacher after the student has returned to the classroom.
E. The procedure for the suspension of a pupil from school shall annually be distributed to students, Teachers and parents.
F. A Teacher shall promptly notify the Board, or its designated representative(s), of any alleged assault and/or battery incident which occurred during the performance of the Teacher's employment responsibilities. If, in the reasonable opinion of the Board, it becomes necessary to provide legal counsel to advise the Teacher of his/her rights and obligations regarding the handling of the alleged incident by law enforcement and/or judicial authorities, it will do so.
G. If a Teacher is on duty on the District premises and a loss of, damage to, or destruction of clothing or personal property occurs as the result of significant student behavior, the Board will work with the Teacher to determine a reasonable reimbursement. A Teacher shall not suffer loss of compensation or a reduction in his/her accumulated leave allowance days as a resu...
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. 18.01 The administration recognizes its responsibility to give support to the bargaining unit members with respect to the maintenance of discipline in the classroom. The Board assures the bargaining unit members that it will support the discipline procedures and policies now in effect or hereinafter adopted. It is recognized that there is a continuous need to review discipline policies. A committee of administrators, teachers, parents and students shall be established at the beginning of each school year and this committee shall make an annual report to the Board of Education. Discipline referral forms shall be available to members throughout the school year upon request through the school office.
18.02 A bargaining unit member, in order to be effective, must handle most of his/her discipline problems. Whenever in the judgment of the bargaining unit member, a particular pupil's behavior is sufficiently disruptive that the learning situation is seriously hindered, and the bargaining unit member has made reasonable efforts to solve the problem, the administrator shall assist the bargaining unit member with the problem. Every reasonable effort will be made to communicate with the member prior to the resolution of a major discipline problem. Should the administrator or teacher desire, a conference may be scheduled concerning the disruptive student.
18.03 Sections 18.01 and 18.02 shall not be subject to the grievance procedure but can be referred to the Labor Management Committee.
TEACHER PROTECTION AND STUDENT DISCIPLINE. 13.1 Teacher Protection
13.1.1 The Board recognizes its legal obligations pursuant to Sections 3023 and 3028 of the New York State Education Law.
13.1.2 If, in the course of a teacher's employment, a teacher sustains an assault resulting in loss of time compensable under the workmen's compensation law, the teacher shall be entitled, without loss of sick leave, to the difference between workmen's compensation weekly benefit check and his/her salary for a period not to exceed ten (10) academic months, provided the teacher remains eligible for workmen's compensation during said period. Thereafter, the teacher may elect to use his/her sick leave accumulation to supplement any allowable workmen's compensation. The award portion of any workmen’s compensation settlement for permanent partial or total disability is not refundable to the district.
13.1.3 In the event that any school building is evacuated in whole or in part by reason of any report or threat of damage thereto by bomb, fire, or other lethal instrument or incident, no teacher is or will be required to participate in any search, except as a volunteer, for such lethal or destructive instrument.
13.1.4 Teachers will immediately report all cases of assault sustained by them, and/or civil actions filed against them in connection with their employment, to their building principal, in writing. Said report will be forwarded to the Superintendent who will comply with any reasonable request from the teacher for information in his possession relating to the incident or the persons involved.
13.1.5 Upon direction of the Board of Education, or its authorized representatives, the School Board attorney shall supply for any teacher who has sustained an assault or who has had a civil action filed against her or him in connection with employment, a list of two or more suitable attorneys who could assist the teacher, if the teacher so requests.
