§ 20-2-764. Definitions
As used in this subpart, the term: “Chronic disciplinary problem student” means a student who exhibits a pattern of behavioral characteristics which interfere with the learning process of students around him or her and which are likely to recur. “Expulsion” means expulsion of a student from a public school beyond the current school quarter or […]
§ 20-2-751. Definitions
As used in this subpart, the term: “Dangerous weapon” shall have the same meaning as set forth in Code Section 16-11-121. “Expulsion” means expulsion of a student from a public school beyond the current school quarter or semester. “Firearm” shall have the same meaning as set forth in Code Section 16-11-127.1. “Hazardous object” means any […]
§ 20-2-751.1. Expulsion and Disciplinary Policy for Students Bringing Weapons to School
Each local board of education shall establish a policy, pursuant to this subpart, regarding a student’s possession of a firearm, dangerous weapon, or hazardous object at school. With respect to a student who is determined to have possessed a firearm or dangerous weapon at school, such policy shall require expulsion from school for a period […]
§ 20-2-751.2. Students Subject to Disciplinary Orders of Other School Systems
As used in this Code section, the term “disciplinary order” means any order of a local school system in this state, a private school in this state, or a public school outside of this state which imposes short-term suspension, long-term suspension, or expulsion upon a student in such system or school. A local board of […]
§ 20-2-751.4. Policies Prohibiting Bullying; Assignment to Alternative School; Notice
As used in this Code section, the term “bullying” means an act that is: Any willful attempt or threat to inflict injury on another person, when accompanied by an apparent present ability to do so; Any intentional display of force such as would give the victim reason to fear or expect immediate bodily harm; or […]
§ 20-2-751.5. Student Code of Conduct; Safety Rules on School Buses; Distribution
Each student code of conduct shall contain provisions that address the following conduct of students during school hours, at school related functions, and on the school bus in a manner that is appropriate to the age of the student: Verbal assault, including threatened violence, of teachers, administrators, and other school personnel; Physical assault or battery […]
§ 20-2-751.6. Disciplinary Policy for Students Committing Acts of Physical Violence Against Teacher, School Bus Driver, or Other School Official or Employee
As used in this Code section, the term “physical violence” means: Intentionally making physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature with the person of another; or Intentionally making physical contact which causes physical harm to another unless such physical contacts or physical harms were in defense of himself or herself, as provided in Code […]
§ 20-2-732. When Principal or Teacher Not Liable for Administering Corporal Punishment
No principal or teacher who shall administer corporal punishment to a pupil or pupils under his care and supervision in conformity with the policies and regulations of the area, county, or independent board of education employing him and in accordance also with this subpart shall be held accountable or liable in any criminal or civil […]
§ 20-2-751.7. State Mandated Process for Students to Follow in Reporting Instances of Alleged Inappropriate Behavior by Teacher or Other School Personnel; Notice of Process; Training; Investigations
The Professional Standards Commission shall establish a state mandated process for students to follow in reporting instances of alleged inappropriate behavior by a teacher, administrator, or other school employee toward a student which shall not prohibit the ability of a student to report the incident to law enforcement authorities. Each local school system shall be […]
§ 20-2-735. Adoption of Policies by Local Boards to Improve Student Learning Environment
No later than July 1, 2000, each local board of education shall adopt policies designed to improve the student learning environment by improving student behavior and discipline. These policies shall provide for the development of age-appropriate student codes of conduct containing standards of behavior, a student support process, a progressive discipline process, and a parental […]