Title
APPROVAL OF THE K-12 CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
Description
The Code of Student Conduct (CSC) provides guidance to schools, student and families regarding expectations of student behavior. The attached draft Code of Student Conduct document outlines the updates to the Code of Student Conduct that were recommended by the work group. Ultimately, the Code of Student Conduct provides consistency for student behavior, expectations and consequences throughout the school district with the goal of creating a safe and secure environment within our schools.
Just a few points regarding the process that resulted in these updates:
- The changes reflected in this document address FLDOE and mandated SESIR requirements.
- Over the course of several months, several work groups collaborated with multiple departments, administrators, staff members, parents and teachers represented on the work groups:
* State Reports Department
* Technology Department
* School and District Based Administrators
* PSS Staff
* Student Services
* School Police
* Safety and Security
Gap Analysis
The annual revisions to the Code of Student Conduct comply with School Board Policy 5.30 which indicates the following: "The Code of Student Conduct and any revisions shall be approved and adopted by the School Board annually".
Previous Outcomes
The CSC was advertised for community-wide input which were reviewed.
Expected Outcomes
An approved Code of Student Conduct for the 2024-2025 school year that outlines the expectations for handling student discipline.
Strategic Plan Goal
Pillar 2 - Every Student Supported
Priority 2.1 - Design Strong Student Supports
Priority 2.2 - Respond to Student Needs
Recommendation
That the draft Code of Student Conduct for the 2024-2025 school year be approved as presented.
Contact Information
DAWN CLAYTON dawn.clayton@sarasotacountyschools.net
MEGAN GREEN megan.green@sarasotacountyschools.net
RACHAEL O'DEA rachael.o'dea@sarasotacountyschools.net
Financial Impact
N/A