Code of Conduct

Levels of Offense

This section lists four levels of misconduct. Level I being minor misbehaviors progressing to Level IV which are very serious offenses, usually resulting in full suspension or expulsion. The examples are just that, examples. It is impossible to list every possible problem that might arise during the school year. STUDENTS REPORTED FOR REPEATED OFFENSES WILL BE SUBJECT TO ESCALATING LEVELS OF DISCIPLINE.

LEVEL I

Level I offenses are usually handled by a teacher and may require the intervention of an administrator.

Examples include, but are not limited to:

  • Horseplay
  • General insubordination
  • Tardiness
  • Infraction of “Student Valuables” Policy
  • Abuse of hallway passes
  • Infraction of Study Hall Rules
  • Misbehavior towards substitute/ regular teacher
  • Classroom disturbance
  • Running, yelling, boisterous behavior in hall, classrooms
  • Electronic device possession

Disciplinary options include, but are not limited to:

  • Verbal reprimand
  • Withdrawal of privileges
  • Special assignment
  • Counseling
  • Strictly supervised study
  • Detention
  • Parent conference
  • Other disciplinary measure deemed necessary by the building principal

LEVEL II

Level II offenses are usually handled by administrative personnel.

Examples include, but are not limited to:

  • Repeated Level I offenses
  • Disrespect towards peers/staff
  • Profanity/abusive language
  • Defacing/destruction of property
  • Leaving building without permission
  • Misbehavior at extra-curricular/athletic activities
  • Infraction of driving policy
  • Infraction of cafeteria policy
  • Infraction of student appearance policy
  • Public display of affection
  • Cheating/plagiarism
  • Misbehavior on the school bus
  • Forgery
  • Projectiles (throwing of objects)
  • Failure to serve detention

Disciplinary options include, but are not limited to:

  • Withdrawal of privileges
  • Special assignments
  • Counseling
  • Strictly supervised study
  • Detention
  • One to three days suspension
  • Referral to outside agencies
  • Saturday morning detention
  • Detention restriction list
  • Other disciplinary measure deemed necessary by the building principal

LEVEL III

Level III offenses always require the intervention of school administrators.

Examples include, but are not limited to:

  • Repeated Level I, II offenses
  • Possession and/or use of tobacco products
  • Fighting
  • Serious disrespect/harassment towards peers or school staff
  • Serious defacing/destruction of property
  • Serious insubordination
  • Absenteeism/truancy from class/school
  • Leaving school grounds without permission
  • Stealing
  • Inappropriate behavior on bus
  • Gambling
  • Abuse of Internet policy

Disciplinary options include, but are not limited to:

  • Removal from class
  • Detention
  • One to five days suspension
  • Referral to outside agencies
  • Suspension from extra-curricular events
  • Suspension from bus
  • Charges filed
  • Saturday morning detention
  • Disorderly conduct charges filed
  • Other disciplinary measure deemed necessary by the building principal
  • Contacting of local law enforcement officials

LEVEL IV

Level IV offenses require the intervention of school administrators and may require the involvement of outside law enforcement agencies and the Neshannock Township School Board of Directors. Level IV offenses are acts which result in violence to another person or property or acts which pose a threat to the health, safety, and welfare of others in school.

Examples include, but are not limited to:

  • Repeated Level I, II, III offenses
  • Possession of, attempted use of, or use of a dangerous weapon
  • Possession of, using, and/or distribution of a controlled and/or illegal substance
  • Bomb threats
  • Violation of any federal, state or local statute, ordinance rule or regulation
  • Unauthorized use of fire alarms
  • Unauthorized use of fire extinguishers
  • Arson
  • Assault
  • Abuse of Internet Policy
  • Verbal/written threats

Disciplinary options include, but are not limited to:

  • Five to ten days suspension
  • Recommendation of expulsion hearing before school board
  • Disorderly conduct charges filed
  • Contacting of local law enforcement officials
  • Other disciplinary measure deemed necessary by the building principal