OFFENSE: Flagrant misbehavior
SPECIFICATION: Flagrant misbehavior is any overt act that could adversely
affect the learning environment of the public schools of USD 470 or jeopardize
the health, safety or physical well-being of those students and staff who attend
or work in any of the public schools. Flagrant misbehavior could be gambling,
possession or use of exploding fireworks, smoke bombs, noise makers containing
powder which when activated causes a loud, unnecessary noise, or the setting
of a false alarm. Students who involve themselves in acts of flagrant misbehavior
will be referred to the office
where immediate and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken. If appropriate,
legal authorities will be notified.
| ELEMENTARY | MIDDLE SCHOOL | HIGH SCHOOL | |
| 1st instance | 1 day suspension | 1 to 10 day suspension | 1 to 10 day suspension |
| 2nd instance | 3 day suspension | 3 to 10 day suspension | 3 to 10 day suspension |
| 3rd instance | 5 day suspension | 5 to 10 day suspension and recommend either long-term suspension or expulsion | 5 to 10 day suspension and recommend either long-term suspension or expulsion |
| 4th instance | 5 day suspension and recommend either long-term suspension or expulsion |