Common use of First Level Clause in Contracts

First Level. If the student disagrees with the ruling and/or the assigned penalties imposed by the principal/athletic director for an activities code violation, the student may appeal the decision to the Athletic Council (Principal, Athletic Director, and all Head Coaches). The appeal shall be submitted in writing to the athletic director within five days from the first day of ineligibility. The request should include the specific nature of the violation and the related facts. If the appeal is to request a modification of the penalties imposed by the principal/athletic director, the reasons why the modification is requested should be stated (new information must be provided). Upon receipt of the written request the athletic director will call and preside over a meeting to include the Athletic Council, the student and the student’s parent(s) to discuss the appeal. The Athletic Council’s decision will then be provided to the student and parent in writing. In an effort to expedite the appeals process, the athletic director will address this issue within ten working days. Second Level: If the student disagrees with the Athletic Council’s decision, the student may appeal the activities code violation penalty within 10 working days to the Board of Education in care of the school Superintendent. The appeal shall be submitted in writing and show new evidence. In an effort to expedite the appeals process, a special closed session meeting of the Board will be scheduled on the earliest possible date at which at least four of the Board members (a quorum) are able to be present. The student and the student’s parent(s) or guardian may invite other individuals who are testifying on the student’s behalf or representing the student at the meeting, if desired. The Board will provide the student with their decision after they deliberate. Note that during the appeal process, the student is ineligible until the appeal process is finished.

First Level. If the student disagrees with the ruling and/or the assigned penalties imposed by the principal/athletic director for an activities code violation, the student may appeal the decision to the Athletic Council (Principal, Athletic Director, and all Head Coaches). The appeal shall be submitted in writing to the athletic director within five days from the first day of ineligibility. The request should include the specific nature of the violation and the related facts. If the appeal is to request a modification of the penalties imposed by the principal/athletic director, the reasons why the modification is requested should be stated (new information must be provided). Upon receipt of the written request the athletic director will call and preside over a meeting to include the Athletic Council, the student and the student’s parent(s) to discuss the appeal. The Athletic Council’s decision will then be provided to the student and parent in writing. In an effort to expedite the appeals process, the athletic director will address this issue within ten working days. Second Level: If the student disagrees with the Athletic Council’s decision, the student may appeal the activities code violation penalty within 10 working days to the Board of Education in care of the school Superintendent. The appeal shall be submitted in writing and show new evidence. In an effort to expedite the appeals process, a special closed session meeting of the Board will be scheduled on the earliest possible date at which at least four of the Board members (a quorum) are able to be present. The student and the student’s parent(s) or guardian may invite other individuals who are testifying on the student’s behalf or representing the student at the meeting, if desired. The Board will provide the student with their decision after they deliberate. Note that during the appeal process, the student is ineligible until the appeal process is finished. Bullying / Harassment Incident Report Form What is bullying? Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. What is harassment? Harassment is aggressive pressure or intimidation. Date of Incident: Time of Incident: Location of Incident (be specific as there are cameras in some locations) Name of victim(s) Name of student(s) accused: Name of witnesses/bystanders Type of bullying / harassment: o Verbal o Physical o Result in Injury? YES NO o Reported to School Nurse YES NO o Reported to Police? YES NO o Cyberbullying using o Text messages o Social Media o Email o Other (please explain below) Describe the incident: Evidence provided by person reported: o Written documentation o Video footage o “Screen shot” of cyber bullying o Unbiased witness corroboration o Other Signature of person reporting Date Investigation notes: The reported incident: o Has enough evidence to substantiate the incident occurred as reported o Lacks physical evidence and / or unbiased witness corroboration o Occurred to some degree as reported o Has been determined to be without merit or truth (proof of determination must be supplied in order to say it “did not happen” Consequences (if applicable) Referral for additional support services: Documentation of parent contact: (Date, time, person making contact, involved persons being contacted) Administrative Signature Date Suring Middle/High School Student and Activities Handbook Agreement Form for 2019-2020 School Year The partnership between home and school is essential to your child’s success at Suring Middle/High School. These handbooks are intended to be a guide for your family. The policies and procedures are necessary as a means for the teachers/coaches/advisors to educate our students in a positive environment conducive to learning and to provide structure while accommodating for the diverse needs of the children. We, the following, hereby acknowledge having received a copy of the Suring Middle/High School Student and Activities Handbook. I/we realize that I/we will be responsible for knowing and following procedures and regulations outlined in the handbook. This handbook was handed out in homeroom to be taken home for myself and my parents to read and understand the procedures and regulations of the school. I will be signing this agreement electronically when I update on behalf of my students. By signing this electronically, I signify that I understand the Chromebook agreement, appropriate use of both school and personal technology while at school and participating in school sponsored events, and the school code of conduct. By signing this electronically, I acknowledge understanding of the walking field trip parameters, and give my consent for my student(s) to participate. By signing this electronically, I give my consent for my child(ren) to be photographed or videotaped while participating at Suring Middle/High School. This may include use for class projects, news media, website, district publications, etc. By signing this electronically, I am acknowledging that Suring Public Schools receive funding as School Wide Title I, and use those funds accordingly. By signing this electronically, I understand that my student can only be given over the counter medication if I have signified that when doing the annual update in Family Access of Skyward. Each medication must be specifically selected if you want your child to have access to that medication.

First Level. If the student disagrees with the ruling and/or the assigned penalties imposed by the principal/athletic director for an activities code violation, the student may appeal the decision to the Athletic Council (Principal, Athletic Director, and all Head Coaches). The appeal shall be submitted in writing to the athletic director within five days from the first day of ineligibility. The request should include the specific nature of the violation and the related facts. If the appeal is to request a modification of the penalties imposed by the principal/athletic director, the reasons why the modification is requested should be stated (new information must be provided). Upon receipt of the written request the athletic director will call and preside over a meeting to include the Athletic Council, the student and the student’s parent(s) to discuss the appeal. The Athletic Council’s decision will then be provided to the student and parent in writing. In an effort to expedite the appeals process, the athletic director will address this issue within ten working days. Second Level: If the student disagrees with the Athletic Council’s decision, the student may appeal the activities code violation penalty within 10 working days to the Board of Education in care of the school Superintendent. The appeal shall be submitted in writing and show new evidence. In an effort to expedite the appeals process, a special closed session meeting of the Board will be scheduled on the earliest possible date at which at least four of the Board members (a quorum) are able to be present. The student and the student’s parent(s) or guardian may invite other individuals who are testifying on the student’s behalf or representing the student at the meeting, if desired. The Board will provide the student with their decision after they deliberate. Note that during the appeal process, the student is ineligible until the appeal process is finished.. Suring Middle School and High School Discipline Matrix