Students who participate in co/extra-curricular activities involving public performances are prohibited from possessing, using, transporting, controlling, or transmitting tobacco/nicotine, alcohol, or other drugs at any time (year-round) during their middle school or high school career. The administration will suspend a student if it is determined, as reported by school personnel, that a violation did occur. The ruling will include any activities outside of school, as well as at school or at school events (either home or away). Suspensions may also result from either legal documentation or by self-admittance. Investigation of possible infractions will involve parent notification. If a student is guilty of an infraction and is not currently involved in an activity, the suspension will become effective utilizing the activities they were involved in the previous year.
1st Offense (During middle school or high school career):
- Suspended from at least 20% of public performances with carryover to next activity;
- Counseling required prior to reinstatement (Suspended from at least 33% of performances if no progression in counseling); and
- Must continue practicing.
2nd Offense (During middle school or high school career):
- Suspended from at least 50% of public performances with carryover to next activity;
- Counseling required prior to reinstatement; and
- Must continue practicing.
3rd Offense (During middle school or high school career):
- One-year suspension from co/extra-curricular activities; and
- Counseling required prior to reinstatement for all third offenses.
4th Offense (During middle school or high school career):
- Permanent suspension from co/extra-curricular activities; and
- Counseling available for all fourth offenses.
**Established school/team/group rules may also apply to violations.
In order for the suspension to be put into effect, it must be clearly determined that the violation did occur. It is clear that an admission from the student is not required prior to disciplining a student. (Reference: Schmahl vs. Glenwood Community School District, 2 DPI App Dec. 26, 1979)
COURT SYSTEM INVOLVEMENT
Students admitting to or found guilty of non-trafficking misdemeanors or felonies not defined in these regulations may be subject to suspension from co/extra-curricular activities as determined by the building principal [or designee]. The district will cooperate with the courts or other recognized public agencies in carrying out consequences in co/extra-curricular activities.
APPEAL PROCESS
As established by board policies 502.5-Co/Extra-Curricular Conduct Policy and 502.5-R1 Regulations Regarding Co/Extra-Curricular Conduct for Students.
DEFINITIONS
Carryover: In situations when there are not enough performances remaining in a season to complete a suspension, the suspension will be carried over to the next co/extra-curricular activity in which the student participates.
Counseling: Directed by Linn-Mar middle school/high school counseling offices or other non-school agencies that students are referred to, or are approved by, school counselors or the district’s Student Assistance Team. Any cost for use of non-school agencies is the responsibility of the student/parent. Linn-Mar counseling services will include discussion of decision-making skills, tobacco/nicotine/alcohol/drug information, and peer and family relationships with parents invited to participate. A student may receive confidential assistance at any time during their middle school or high school career.
Possession/Use/Transportation/Control/Transmission:
- Tobacco/Nicotine: Personal possession, use, transportation, control, or transmission.
- Alcohol and Other Drugs: As defined by legal statute and/or court interpretation.
- Possession, transportation, control, or transmission may be determined by prior knowledge or intent.
- Team/activity rules may be more specific.
Public Performance Activity: Is a co/extra-curricular activity where students are expected to perform in activities which the public may view. Examples include but are not limited to athletic events, concerts, plays, debates, speech contests, music contests, previews, and exhibitions. Activities begin with the first required meeting for any participant and end when equipment is checked in, the set is struck, or the last required meeting occurs, etc. Athletic seasons are defined by the state or locally designated starting and ending dates. Public performances are determined by the administration prior to the beginning of co/extra- curricular activities.
Adopted: 4/91
Reviewed: 5/11; 3/12; 10/14; 10/17; 9/20; 10/23
Revised: 7/13; 1/15
Related Policy: 5021; 502.3; 502.3-R; 502.5; 502.5-R1-R2; 502.6; 503.4-6; 503.10; 1004.3