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Our purpose is to help students reach their potential:
1. Through creative problem solving,
2. By taking responsibility for personal and academic growth,
3. By developing communication skills with their peers, their community, their nation and the world, in a secure environment with help from parents and school staff.

Each student is expected to respect the rights and privileges of other students, teachers, and district staff. Student responsibilities for achieving a positive learning environment at school or school sponsored activities will include:

1. Attending all classes, daily and on time.
2. Being prepared for each class with appropriate materials and assignments.
3. Being properly attired in accordance with the dress code.
4. Exhibiting an attitude of respect toward others.
5. Conducting oneself in a responsible manner.
6. Refraining from violation of the code of student conduct. JF, JF(R), JFC(1), ARS 15-841

By being a responsible student your good attendance, behavior, and academic work shall be rewarded.

A parent has the responsibility to:
1. Make every effort to provide for the physical needs of the student.
2. Teach the child to pay attention and obey the rules.
3. Make sure the child attends school regularly, and promptly report and explain absences and tardies to the school.
4. Encourage and lead the child to develop proper study habits at home.
5. Participate in parent-teacher conferences to discuss the child’s progress.
6. Keep informed of school policies and academic requirements of school programs.
7. Make sure the student is appropriately dressed at school and school related activities in compliance with the school dress code.
8. Discuss report cards and school assignments with the student.
9. Bring to the attention of school authorities any learning problem or condition that may relate to the student’s education.
10. Maintain up-to-date home, work, and emergency telephone numbers and other applicable information at the school.
11. Make sure the student attends school tutorials when required or as the need arises.
12. Submit a signed statement that he/she understands and consents to the student responsibilities outlined in this plan.
13. Cooperate with school administrators and teachers.
14. Keeping informed through a team effort, school, student, and parent communication with teachers on a regular basis to keep informed of student efforts and behavior that will be beneficial to the student. Note: If you have a concern about your child, do not wait to be contacted by the school. You are invited and encouraged to visit your child's class(s). Please stay apprised of your child's progress. Communication with the school is a vital component of your child's success. IKAD

The district has jurisdiction over it’s students during the regular school day and while going to and from school, to include district transportation. The district’s jurisdiction includes any activity during the school day on school grounds, attendance at any school related activity, regardless of time or location, and any related misconduct, regardless of time or location. JFC (1)

All students are entitled to enjoy the basic rights of citizenship recognized and protected by law for persons of their age and maturity. Students shall exercise their rights responsibly in compliance with the rules established for the orderly conduct of the district’s educational mission. Students who violate the rights of others or who violate district or school rules will be subject to disciplinary procedure.
JF, JF(R)

No officer or employee of the district, when acting or purporting to act in an official capacity, shall refuse to permit any student to participate in any school program because of the student’s race, religion, color, sex, or national origin. The district shall comply with federal law concerning education of the handicapped in the areas of educational setting, evaluation, and placement, and procedural safeguards. AC, JB

IEP and MET meetings are the responsibility of the School Administrator and appropriate Special Education personnel. Scheduling must first be coordinated with the principal. Each handicapped student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) shall address the student’s specialized needs. Discipline will follow applicable IDEA procedures. AC, JB, IGBA,JGD/JGE/JFA

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If parents believe that their child, because of disability, needs special education or related services, they may contact the Special Education Office, 333-2058, R.V.I.S. office (333-5852) or talk to the students teacher. Based on this referral, the District will determine whether the child should be evaluated for such services. If the child is evaluated and results indicate services are required, the child will receive an appropriate placement. Parents have procedural safeguards at each of the above steps should they disagree with the District’s actions.

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‘... students may present a complaint or grievance regarding a violation of their constitutional rights, equal access to programs, discrimination, harassment, or personal safety provided that:
• The topic is not the subject of disciplinary or other proceedings under other policies and regulations of this District, and the procedure shall not apply to any matter for which the method of review is prescribed by law, or the Governing Board is with authority to act. A complaint / grievance may be raised regarding one or more of the following:
• Violation of the student’s constitutional rights.
• Denial of an equal opportunity to participate in any program or activity for which the student qualifies.
• Discriminatory treatment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
• Concern for the student’s personal safety.’ JII, JII-R
Guidelines for this process are found within the school board policy manual in the Principal’s office. The appropriate forms may also be acquired from the Principal’s office.

A public school student has an absolute right to individually, voluntarily, and silently pray or meditate in school in a manner that does not disrupt the instructional or other activities of the school. A person may not require, encourage, or coerce a student to engage in or refrain from such prayer or meditation during any school activity. A moment of silence shall be required at the beginning of first hour class each day. IND

Compulsory Attendance Law. Students must attend at least 90% of each class scheduled in a school year to qualify to receive credit. Classes missed due to school approved activities are excluded. Administrators are authorized to excuse additional absences for extended illness, injury or extenuating circumstances upon satisfactory verification. Truancy, defined as confirmed unexcused absences from any class, or other activity scheduled as part of the regular school day will result in disciplinary action and probable loss of credit. Due process, as prescribed by policy, is available to all students. JEA, ARS 15-803

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A total of absences exceeding 90% attendance rate during a semester is the limit of absences prior to changing the student status in class to loss of credit. Parents will be notified by letter or telephone and an administrative / parent / student conference will be held following the 6th absence. Should a tenth (10th) absence occur, a conference will be held with the student where reasons for absence will be reviewed. Parents will be contacted and one of the following actions be taken:
1. The student’s status in the class will be changed to no credit.
2. Serious illness or unusual circumstances will be considered by the administration and additional absences may be excused upon appropriate doctor verification. Excused absences are absences from school that have been authorized by a parent or guardian and school authorities. If you are not in attendance in class without a reasonable excuse, it will be considered a truancy , (ditch) and will be dealt with by contacting the School Truant Officer. JE, JEDA

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1. Parents, please call the office (333-5852) before 9:00 a.m. on the day a student is absent. When the student returns they will be required to give to the attendance clerk, a written note from parent or guardian giving name, date, days of absence and reason for absence. The homeroom teacher will keep these notes on file for the year. Students who are unable to obtain a parent excuse will be counted unexcused until such excuse is given to the office.
2. Make immediate plans to do all make-up work. Your grades will reflect your attendance if you do not make-up missed assignments. Teachers may make reasonable time limits for make up work.
3. We strongly urge that all students having doctor, dental, or legal appointments during school time, secure a written excuse from the doctor or legal personnel you have visited. JEA

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On occasion students may be tardy. If you are tardy to any class, the teacher of that class will make note of it and the tardy policy will be followed. If you are tardy to school you must report to the office for a tardy slip. Please be on time to class. JE

The Arizona State Law states that it is unlawful for any child between the ages of six and sixteen years of age to fail to attend school during the hours school is in session, unless there is a valid excuse. The child will be considered truant when there is not a good reason for not attending school. If a parent fails to ensure that the child attends school, the law states that they are guilty of a class 3 misdemeanor. When the parent does not provide a valid excuse for the child’s absence the school attendance officer may cite the student, parent or custodian directly into court for violating the State Truancy Law. ARS 15-802(E)

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Leaving school during the day is discouraged. If the student can handle the task before or after school hours, permission to leave will not be granted. Students will not leave to go home to get forgotten items, but may call someone to bring them to school. Students will not go home to change for pep rallies, field trips, choir, band, etc.. Students must learn to plan ahead and work around their other responsibilities.

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The school nurse is scheduled to be at R.V.I.S. on a regular schedule.
1. Students should report all school injuries to the nurse or administration office.
2. Students should report any abnormal condition of skin (rash, sore eyes, sore on face or body, ringworm of the body or scalp and itching of the scalp or body) or contagious disease affecting other members of the family. Students who have been home with a contagious disease should report to the nurse’s office before returning to class.
3. In case of an emergency or upon becoming ill, students should report to the nurses office.

The school nurse is frequently asked to administer medication to school children. Compliance with such requests will be in concert with Arizona law. The following must be adhered to:
1. Medication must be prescribed by a physician.
2. A written order from the physician stating the name of the medication, dosage and time to be administered.
3. Written permission is given to the nurse from the parent.
4. Medication must come to the nurse in the prescription container. A physician’s order may be acquired at the time medication is prescribed, avoiding unnecessary inconvenience for you and the school. For the protection of the students, no medicine (including non prescription drugs) should be brought to school. ARS 15-344

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If you are to ill to stay in school, ask your teacher for a pass to see the nurse. If the nurse decides that you should go home, she will make arrangements to get you home. You may not leave school during the day unless you have a note from the nurse or the office/Administrator. If you leave without this note, it will be considered a ditch, and a truant officer will be notified. If a nurse is not available immediately, your parent/guardian will be called to assist you.

If a student becomes ill during the school day, he/she must obtain a slip or hall pass from the classroom teacher to go to the Health Center. Any student needing to leave campus for illness must check out through the nurse.

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Textbooks are the property of the school district and are on loan to the student. Students are responsible for the appropriate care of their textbooks. If a textbook is lost, the student will be charged the replacement cost of the book. All returned textbooks will be assessed for damage. (A student turning in a textbook with torn pages, covers, or graffiti, may be required to pay full replacement cost for the book). Students who fail to return textbooks and materials to the school will be charged the full purchase price to replace lost or missing books and materials. Grades and report cards will be held until all materials are returned or payment is received. Students are encouraged to pay fines prior to enrolling in RV schools the following school year.

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It is the conviction of the staff of the Round Valley Intermediate School that meaningful homework is an important part of the educational process. The purpose of homework is to:
1. Reinforce and supplement classroom learning
2. Teach responsibility in the learning process
3. Teach students to use resource material
4. Provide for parental involvement
5. Aid in reaching class goals and objectives
6. Develop independent study skills.
Homework will be assigned by teachers as necessary. Students will usually have the opportunity to begin their homework in class. This will allow the teacher to provide guided practice and answer student questions. Parents are invited to call the school to have their questions answered concerning homework.
Extra study opportunities: Teachers are available to help with your assignments before and after school. When you need help, talk to your teacher and arrange for a specific time so that both of you can be prepared. A few minutes of extra instruction saves hours of confused study. IKB
Completion of Assignment Policy: If a student is absent due to illness, a death in the family, or a medical or legal appointment, he/she may have two (2) days for every day absent (up to 10 days) to make up work missed. If a student is absent for other reasons, he/she may have one day (1) for each day absent up to five (5) days to make up the work and receive full credit. Student work is due at the time of the class. If a student misses a class due to participation in an extra-curricular or co-curricular activity, the work is due at the next scheduled class meeting. ARS 15-843(C)

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Participation in extracurricular, co-curricular, and club activities is a privilege extended to all students, grades K-12 who are willing to take the responsibility to meet the minimum eligibility requirements set by the Board of Education.

A. Definition of Extracurricular Activities are:
1. All interscholastic activities which are of a competitive nature, and involve more than one school where a championship, winner, or rating is determined, and / or;
2. Those endeavors of a continuous and ongoing nature for which no credit is earned in meeting graduation or promotional requirements, and are organized, planned, or sponsored by the district consistent with district policy.
B. Definition of Co-Curricular Activities are: Activities which are in conjunction with a students classroom requirements. Eligibility policy to participate in Extracurricular, Co-Curricular and Club activities:
1. Students must be academically eligible to participate in extra & co-curricular activities.
2. Teachers will submit grades to the office on a weekly basis each Thursday.
3. Grades will be posted by student identification number on Friday and these grades will reflect if the student is eligible to participate for the following Monday - Saturday.
4. Students are ineligible to participate the following week of activities if:
a. the student has any F’s.
b. the student has 3 or more D’s.
5. Students involved in extra & co-curricular activities are responsible for checking the ineligible list and notifying their parent/guardian if they are ineligible for participation.
6. Eligibility for Special Education students will be determined on a case - by - case basis, considering individual needs as documented in the Individual Education Plan of the student.

• It is the sole responsibility of the coach, director, or sponsor to see that only eligible students participate.
• Teachers will be available each day after school to assist students who wish to work on improving their grades.
• Teachers must notify the student when they have been put on the ineligible list. Generally this is done by posting student grades. The coach, director, or sponsor will attempt to notify the parent when a student is ineligible.

We want RVIS to be the best place to go to school in the entire state. We want everyone, students and teachers alike, to have pride in Round Valley Intermediate School. To help promote a feeling of pride and self worth and to help establish a very positive place for students to learn, we encourage students and staff to be aware of the good things that others do. To help foster this attitude and environment the following recognition will be used:

All school employees will have access to ‘Good Behavior Awards’ which can be distributed to students whenever students demonstrate positive behavior. These citations can be used as incentives in the classroom. The school employee will sign it and give it to the student. The student will place his / her name on the citation and deposit it in a box in the office. Weekly drawings will be held with the following prizes available: 1st prize - Hamburger, French Fries and Milkshake at Dairy Creme; 2nd prize - Large sundae at Dairy Queen.

The RVIS Black & Gold Pride Award will be presented at the end of each grading period. The student who has perfect attendance for the entire grading period will earn an entry for the drawing. The student who earns a place on the Principal’s Honor Roll ( 3.5 to 4.0 G.P.A.) will receive two entries.
Perfect attendance for the entire school year earns a bonus entry for the final Grand Prize Drawing, and a Perfect Attendance certificate. Quarterly drawings of Black & Gold Pride Awards will be held. The following are types of prizes which may be awarded:
1st prize - Dinner for the student and parents at a local restaurant
2nd prize - School T-shirt or sweatshirt
3rd prize - Free pass to the swimming pool
4th prize - A pick from the surprise box
All Black & Gold Pride Award entries will be kept and placed in a container for the Grand Prize drawing to be held at the end of the school year. (The 4th quarter Gold Pride Awards will be figured through the grades and attendance through the 4th quarter Progress Reports.)

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The Principals Honor Roll requires students to have a 3.5 grade point average or better on a 4.0 scale.
(A=4.0 B=3.0 C=2.0 D=1.0)
The following academic subjects will be included:
(a) Science - Health (b) Mathematics
(c) English - Spelling (d) Social Studies
(e) Reading

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The campuses of the Round Valley Middle School, Round Valley Intermediate School and Round Valley Primary School will operate as closed campus schools. No student is authorized to leave the campus or be in the parking area at any time unless he/she has permission from the administration. Failure to comply with this rule shall result in immediate and serious disciplinary action by school officials which may include suspension. Students who walk home for lunch must have a written note from the parent and prior approval from the administration. Approval will be given only for the student to walk to his/her home, not to any other establishment, ie. convenience store, restaurant, etc.. Students going to the doctor or dentist shall, at the time of returning, present a doctor’s note certifying the student’s visit to the doctor or dentist. After securing permission, a student must sign out and sign back in (in the office) if he/she leaves the school grounds during school hours. Disciplinary action will be administered to the student who violates this rule.

Students may partake of the breakfast and lunch meals offered at R.V.I.S.. Meals may be paid for in advance or on a meal by meal basis. All paperwork and moneys will be handled through the central kitchen (333-2052) or the R.V.I.S. kitchen. The cost of meals are: $1.35, or .40 for free and reduced meals.

The District’s dress code is established to maintain a safe, orderly environment for students and staff. The dress code is intended to assist with the prevention of disruption, safety hazards, and to teach personal hygiene. The dress code for Round Valley Schools is as follows:
1. The Administration reserves the right to consider a student’s attire inappropriate or distracting. Students who violate the dress code will be asked to change their clothes or will be sent home and will be charged with an unexcused absence. Persistent dress code violations will result in suspension from school.
2. Clothing or jewelry which refers to or displays writing or pictures that communicate pornographic ideas, gang affiliation, obscene gestures or language, or the advertisement of drugs, tobacco or alcoholic beverage, are prohibited.
3. No chains (such as wallet chains), are allowed.
4. Hats/caps are not to be worn in the buildings.
5. Bandanas are prohibited.
6. “Sagging “ pants are prohibited. The waist line of the pant is to be worn on the persons waist, not below. The crotch must fit properly. The pant must fit without a belt. If a belt is worn it is to be secured in the pant belt loops.
7. Long shirts worn to cover “sagging”, will be required to be tucked in.
8. Shorts or skirts must reach at least mid thigh in length (NOTE: fingertip measurement is not a guide). Cutoffs, spandex, and other tight fitting articles of clothing are prohibited as outside garments. Holes or slits in clothing is prohibited.
9. Clothing that displays or suggests gang involvement or activity is prohibited. This sends a challenging message of intimidation, threat, and fear, and is a disruption and interference in the education of students.
10. Clothing, such as tank tops, sheer blouses, mesh shirts, tube tops, halter tops, bare midriffs, crop tops, and sleeveless loop garments are prohibited. Normal movement of the body should not reveal breasts, abdomen, buttocks or the groin area.
11. Sunglasses are not to be worn in the building.
12. Shoes must be worn at all times. House shoes or thongs are not allowed. JFCA

A.A.C. R17-9-104 states, with respect to the authority of bus drivers, "Passengers shall comply with all instructions given to them by a school bus driver.  A passenger or non passenger who has boarded the school bus and refuses to comply with the school bus driver's instructions may be surrendered into the custody of a person who is authorized by the school to assume responsibility for the passenger or non passenger." Student behavior on a school bus should be the same as that in a well ordered classroom with the exception that students are free to talk, but with no screaming or shouting.  Student behavior should be the result of a cooperative effort among the adults assigned to the activity. While the safety and orderly conduct of students and other passengers is the responsibility of the driver, the details of a trip are the responsibility of the staff member in charge of the group...  “. EEAE-R , A.A.C. R17-9-104

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Students riding District buses shall observe the following standards:
1. Behave in the same manner expected at school or in the classroom
2. Obey instruction of the bus driver and respond appropriately to reasonable requests
3. Occupy and remain in assigned seat until the bus stops
4. Keep aisles clear
5. Talk quietly
6. Keep arms, hands, legs, and head inside the bus at all times
7. Be courteous to other students
8. No food or drinks
9. Do not use or possess alcohol, drugs, and/or tobacco
10. Carry on cases, band instruments, etc. must be placed on the lap or between the feet at all times
11. No skateboards, animals or glass objects
12. No weapons of any kind, explosives, fireworks, smoke or stink bombs, or other dangerous objects
13. Do not destroy or deface the bus
14. Do not throw objects from the bus or at the bus driver
15. Maintain orderly conduct at bus stops.

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Students who do not comply with District standards will not be allowed to ride the bus. The following are the terms of suspension / expulsion of breaking bus rules:
1. First referral to principal, the student may not be allowed to ride a bus for a minimum of five (5) days
2. Second referral to principal, the student may not be allowed to ride the us for ten (10) days
3. Third referral to principal, the student may not be allowed to ride the bus for a minimum of one (1) semester or one (1) month, whichever is longer.
NOTE: Under Arizona law, parents/guardians are liable for damage done to District property by their children. Parents will be charged for such damage.

The objective of the district is to provide students with a quality educational program which encourages the acquisition, exchange, and application of ideas. This objective may be achieved only in an environment which promotes cooperation and is free from disruptions which interfere with the educational process. The district is committed to the rights of students recognized and protected under state and federal law, but it also expects students to behave in an appropriate manner and to contribute in a positive way to the school community. A proper balance between rights and responsibilities is essential if the district is to provide an educational system which allows students to develop to their fullest potential.

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All students will be provided with a copy of the Student Code of Conduct. It will be the student’s responsibility to share these regulations with their parents. Additional copies can be obtained upon request at the school office. A statement signed by the parent / guardian and the student, that they understand and consent to the responsibilities and other provisions of the Code of Conduct will be kept on file at each campus to document acknowledgment. It will be the sole responsibility of the student to have both their signature and their parent/guardian signature and the form must be submitted to the homework teacher. Failure to comply with these requirements will not relieve students and parents of adherence to the code of conduct. ARS 15 - 843 (M), (N)

Violations of the following offenses are considered serious. When necessary the appropriate law enforcement agencies will be notified for possible criminal prosecution.

HAZING JFCF
Any act that injures, degrades, or disgraces - or tends to injure, degrade, or disgrace any student.

DISRUPTION OF CLASSES OR DISRUPTION OF LAWFUL ASSEMBLY JFC (1)
Conduct and/or behavior which is disruptive to the orderly educational procedure and process of the school.

EXHIBITING DISRESPECT, IN ANY MANNER, TOWARD SCHOOL EMPLOYEES KGB
Refusal to comply with reasonable requests of school personnel. Arizona law makes it illegal to insult, abuse or assault a teacher or other school employee(s) while they are engaged in the execution of official duties. ARS 15-507

TRUANCY / TARDY / UNEXCUSED ABSENCES (Ditching) JEDA, JFC (1)- R(1)
Failure to attend or arriving late to a scheduled class or appointment.

FIGHTING JFC (1)
Two or more parties choosing to engage in a physical confrontation.

ASSAULTS JFC (1)
A person commits assault by: Intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing any physical injury to another person; or intentionally placing another person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury; or knowingly touching another person with the intent to injure, insult or provoke such person. ARS 13-1203, 13-1204

FORGERY JFC (1), JFC (1) R(1)
Writing and using the signature or initials of another person without that person’s permission.

LYING JFC (1)
Giving false information or information calculated to mislead.

DRESS CODE VIOLATION JFCA
Failure to comply with the dress code adopted by the district.

BUS /TRANSPORTATION VIOLATION EEAE
Not complying with published bus rules.

PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION JFC (1)
Any over - familiar display of affection.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY JFC (1)
Cheating, forgery, plagiarism etc..

SKATE BOARDING ON DISTRICT PROPERTY
ARS 15-341(A)(4)
Skateboards are not allowed on district property.

LOITERING ARS 13-2905(5)
A person who is present in or about a school building or grounds after a reasonable request to leave. Does not have any reason or relationship of custody or responsibility for a pupil or student or other legitimate reason to be there.

ROBBERY OR THEFT JFC (1)
Taking or concealing property that belongs to others.

EXTORTION, COERCION, OR BLACKMAIL JFC (1)
The solicitation of money, or something of value, from another person, in return for protection, or in connection with a threat to inflict harm.

SEXUAL MISCONDUCT / HARASSMENT ACA
Sexual harassment is defined by the Educational Code as “unwelcome sexual advance, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature made by someone from or in the work or educational setting.”

ALCOHOL JFC (1), JFCI
The use, possession, or distribution of alcoholic substances. This includes off campus consumption and then being on district property.

DRUGS, OR IMITATION SUBSTANCE JFCI, JHC, JHCD, JFC (1) - R (1), ARS 13-3451
The use (including inhalation), possession, or distributive transaction of non prescribed drugs, prescribed drugs, narcotics or other noxious substances. This includes off- campus use and then being on district property. The use, possession or distribution of anything representing non prescribed drugs. Imitation means a drug, or substance which does or does not contain a controlled substance, but by appearance, would lead a reasonable person to believe that it is a controlled substance or drug.

ARSON JFC (1), JFC (1) R(1)
The malicious or fraudulent burning of property

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The use of any electronic device for illegal means is considered a serious offense. Student’s use of an electronic device for illegal, improper use of, or if its use causes distractions in any way to the educational environment of the school, it is prohibited. All electronic devices seized will be returned only to the parent upon the parent request. Also included in this policy are other electronic devices, such as but not limited to: games, videos, Walkman's, cameras, cellular phones, radios, cassette or C.D. players, paging devices (beepers).

Any use of school district electronic equipment that is not part of a curriculum assignment is strictly prohibited and will be considered a zero tolerance status. Consequences may include loss of credit and/or loss of privileges, suspension or expulsion. IIBGA, IIBGA-R, IIBGA-E

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Students shall not vandalize or otherwise damage or deface any property, including furniture and other equipment, belonging to or used by the district or district schools. Parents or guardians of students guilty of damaging school property shall be liable for damages in accordance with law. Students shall be responsible for the care and return of state - owned property and may be charged for replacement costs of damaged property. ECAB, JFCB, JFC(1), JFC(1)R(1), ECAB, ARS 15-842

JFCG, JFCI, JHC, JHCD, JFC (1) - R (1)
The use, distribution or possession of tobacco of any kind.

A student suspected of gang activity will be referred to the appropriate authorities, which may include the Arizona State Gang Task Force, and an investigation will be conducted. A student found guilty of a gang related offense will be short term suspended with a hearing set for possible further disciplinary action which may include long term suspension and/or expulsion.

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Students shall not fight, push, intimidate or otherwise abuse other students. For the purpose of reprimand, suspension and expulsion for fighting / mutual combat / intimidation shall include but not limited to the following types of conduct:
1. Exhibiting behavior which intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causes any physical injury to another person.
2. Exhibiting behavior which intentionally places another person in reasonable apprehension of immediate physical injury.
3. Intending to injure, insult, or provoke another person by knowingly touching him/her.
4. Acting together (two or more) in a way that recklessly uses force or violence which disturbs the normal operation of the Round Valley Intermediate School, any school sponsored activity or threatens to create a disruption or injury to students, guests or employees of the Round Valley District Schools.
5. Engaging in fighting, violent or seriously disruptive behavior.
6. Use of abusive or offensive language or gestures in any manner likely to provoke physical retaliation.
7. Refusing to obey a reasonable order of any employee of the Round Valley School District to disperse when issued to maintain public safety and to avoid injury or harm to persons or property.
8. Threatening by word or conduct to cause physical injury to another person or serious damage to property.
9. Threatening to use or using physical force against another in response to a verbal statement. JFC (1)

The district defines chronic to be two or more violations of the discipline code in general or repeated occurrences of the same violation. Please understand that discipline consequences will be progressive in nature. Progressive means penalties will increase in severity as a student accumulates discipline violations. Note: Students/parents, severe or ongoing discipline violations will begin with more severe consequence. JFC(1), JFC(1)-R (1)

The range of penalties that may be imposed for violations of the student code of conduct rules include, but are not limited to the following:

-Verbal or written warning
-RTC (Responsibility Thinking Classroom)
-Corporal punishment
-Detention
-In - School Suspension
-Saturday School Detention
-Emergency Removal
-Short Term Suspension
-Long Term Suspension
-Expulsion
-Alternative education setting, if available

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Students may be removed from regular classes or district premises for non disciplinary health, welfare, and safety reasons when the administration determines that an emergency exists. Reasons constituting an emergency include, but are not limited to:
1. Being under the influence of alcohol or other drugs
2. Being highly agitated
3. Suffering from any other condition that temporarily threatens the students welfare, or other individual’s welfare. Any student removed from school for a reason shown above who is in a condition that threatens his own welfare or the welfare of others shall be released to the parent, the parent’s representative, or other proper authority, including, but not limited to law enforcement officers and medical personnel.

School officials are not required to initiate or complete due process procedure prior to notifying police authorities. If police authorities are notified, parents or guardians may be contacted by telephone or certified letter. Any action taken by police authorities will be in addition to action taken by the school.

Interrogations: The District has legal custody of students during the school day and during approved curricular and extracurricular activities. It is the responsibility of the school administration to make an effort to act on behalf of parents in their absence with respect to interrogations by law enforcement officials. A parent may, or a school administrator will, be present during these interrogations except when interviews are conducted by a child protective services worker pursuant to A.R.S. 8-224(B) and 8-546.01(C)(2).

Searches: The administration has the right to search and seize property, including school property temporarily assigned to students, when there is reason to believe that some material or matter detrimental to health, safety, and welfare of the student(s) exists. (Students have no reasonable expectancy of privacy, and lockers, desks, storage areas, etc., may be inspected at any time with or without reason, or with or without notice, by school personnel) JIH, 13-3881, 13-3883

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No student or group of students acting in concert may willfully engage in disruptive activity or disrupt a lawful assembly on the campus or property of any school in the district. Conduct by students, either in or out of class, that for any reason whether because of time, place, or manner or behavior materially disrupts class work or involves substantial disorder or invasion of the rights of other students or employees at school or school related activities is prohibited. Student demonstrations and similar activities shall be prohibited when there is evidence that may reasonably lead school authorities to predict substantial disruption of, or interference with, normal school operations or approved school activities.

If a student at school is subject to arrest or apprehension by a law enforcement officer, the principal, designee, or School District Peace Officer shall deliver the student into the officer’s custody. The principal, School District Officer (SRO), or Police Officer will make a reasonable attempt to notify the parents. JEDB

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The RVSD promotes a “Safe School” concept. A School Resource Officer (SRO), and Juvenile Probation Officer (JPO), are members of the school staff and assist the school in the following:

1. Helping to maintain a safe, orderly, effective school environment
2. Teach Law - Related Education curriculum to students
3. Act as truant officer
4. Respond to administrative concerns and directives
5. Conduct interviews, searches, make juvenile referrals and arrests as needed. The SRO, JPO and other Law Enforcement agencies have the legal right to conduct investigations in the school at any time without parental permission. District personnel shall cooperate fully with the police and other law enforcement agencies. Administrators and teachers have the right to question students regarding their conduct or the conduct of others. School officials may search a student or a student’s property with reasonable suspicion or with the student’s voluntary consent. Vehicles on school property are also subject to search. Areas such as lockers, which are owned and controlled by the district. Searches of student’s outer clothing and pockets may be conducted if suspicion exists. There will be no “strip searches” conducted by school officials and/or school personnel. JFG, KN

Any district employee may, within the scope of the employees duties, use and apply physical restraint to a student that the employee reasonably believes is necessary in order to:
1. Protect a person, including the person using physical restraint from physical injury
2. Obtain possession of a weapon or dangerous object
3. Protect property from serious damage

All students have the right to follow school rules and procedure. All students are entitled to due process. Due process means notice and a hearing. There are certain procedures which school officials must follow prior to taking appropriate disciplinary action. Under some circumstances, there are also procedures which students must follow if they do not agree with the school’s actions. Hopefully, students will never be in a situation where due process procedures are needed. If a student is faced with possible suspension or expulsion, the appropriate due process procedure will be implemented. The following summary is only provided to acquaint students, parents or guardians with existing procedure.

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No student during his/her suspension period may:
1. be on school grounds
2. attend any school sponsored activity on or off campus
3. attend any after school program on campus at any school district facility

A short suspension is ten (10) days or less. The notice and hearing required for a short suspension is more informal and abbreviated than for a long suspension or expulsion. Also, the notice can be oral and need not be put in writing. The school administrator has the right to suspend a student for ten (10) days or less. In cases of this type, an informal hearing between the administrator, student and any other appropriate persons will be conducted. The administrator will inform the student of the alleged conduct that is considered a violation of the rules. The student will be given an opportunity to respond. If, after the hearing is completed, the administrator decides that a short suspension is appropriate, it will become effective immediately. The administrator will attempt to notify parents or guardians by telephone before this action is taken. There is no right to appeal a short suspension. The administrator can, in addition to imposing a short suspension, recommend to the Superintendent that a long suspension be imposed. The short suspension will nevertheless take place immediately. If the Superintendent approves a long suspension, a formal hearing may be requested and will take place before it is imposed.

A long suspension is eleven (11) days or more.
The school administrator will recommend to the Superintendent that the student be suspended for more than (10) days. Parents or guardians are welcome to meet with the Superintendent to discuss the situation in an informal setting. The notice that such a meeting is requested must be given by the parents or guardians to the Superintendent within two (2) working days of receiving the notice of intent to impose a long term suspension. A formal hearing will be held to invoke a long term suspension. A request for the formal hearing must be made within five (5) working days after notice has been mailed regarding a potential long suspension. The hearing will be held at the district level by an appointed hearing officer. Written notice to parents or guardians of the recommendation for a long suspension will include instructions regarding the due process procedure. A long suspension will not take effect until the formal hearing has been held, and a decision is made by the hearing officer. If the hearing officer imposes the long suspension, then an appeal may be made to the Governing Board by sending a written notice of appeal to the Board within five (5) days after the Hearing officer’s decision.

Expulsion means the permanent withdraw of the privilege of attending a school unless the Governing Board reinstates that privilege. The student can be suspended for ten (10) days immediately. Expulsion will take effect after a formal hearing is held and the Governing Board has made its decision. Written notice will be sent to the parents or guardians that the school administrator has recommended to the Governing Board expulsion of the student. The Governing Board will decide in executive session whether to hold a hearing or to designate a hearing officer to conduct a hearing. The officer will, if appointed, hear the evidence, prepare a record, and bring a recommendation to the Board for action. Only the Governing Board can expel a student. The parents or guardians and any student subject to expulsion will be given written notice of the time and place for the hearing at least five (5) working days prior to the hearing. ARS 15-840, 841

11. WHY CAN’T WE BRING AND RIDE OUR SKATE BOARDS ON CAMPUS? Skate boarding on campus has led to destruction of school property and loitering. It may be a financial liability for the school if an accident should occur. Our insurance company discourages the school to give permission to skate on school property.

12. WHY CAN’T WE WEAR THE CLOTHING WE CHOOSE? The dress code is intended to prevent any disruption, distraction, intimidation, to avoid safety hazards and teach personal hygiene.

13. WHY DO WE HAVE A CLOSED CAMPUS? Schools are responsible for the student to and from school, and for the students safety while at school. A closed campus enables the school to provide better supervision of students during the school day.

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