Progressive Discipline Plan

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The purpose of progressive discipline at North Valleys High School is to teach students appropriate behaviors so they may be successful in the learning environment. Implementing specific behavioral interventions with the incorporation of our Positive Behavior Support (PBS) system, while working with parents as partners, is critical in supporting student responsibility and success.

Teachers should maintain accurate documentation as student disciplinary concerns arise.

Level 1: Warning

Warnings are given by the teacher to redirect behavior and explicitly reteach expectations. These are classroom-level interventions.

Level 2: Warning with Intervention

Warning documented by the teacher.
Level 2 intervention (for example, detention).
Parent contact required.

Level 3: Referral with Documentation

Referral submitted through Infinite Campus to the School Support Office (SSO).
Parent contact by both the teacher and the discipline office.
Consequences escalate for repeat behavior.
All actions documented by the teacher and SSO.

Additional Policies & Procedures

Bus Citations

Students who fail to follow transportation rules face progressive consequences.

First Citation: Up to a three-day suspension; parent notified.
Second Citation: Conference with parent, driver, and administrator; suspension up to ten days.
Third Citation: Suspension from bus transportation for nine weeks.
Severe Citation: Immediate suspension for fighting, threats, drugs, or harassment.

Computer Violations

First Offense: Work Crew, five-day loss of computer privileges, and possible repair costs.
Second Offense: In-house suspension, loss of privileges for the semester, and repair costs.
Third Offense: Suspension, loss of privileges for the remainder of the year, and full repair costs.

Dress Code

In accordance with WCSD Administrative Regulation 5132, student attire must not present health or safety risks or cause classroom distractions. Violations follow progressive discipline steps.

Electronic Devices

Electronic devices may not disrupt learning. Confiscated devices are handled as follows.

First Offense: Warning; device returned at the end of the day.
Second Offense: Parent notified; device returned to parent only.
Third Offense: Device privileges suspended for ninety days.
Fourth Offense: Device privileges revoked for the remainder of the school year.

Initiating a Fight

First Offense: Ten-day suspension, with up to seven days waived if the Violence Prevention Program is attended.
Second Offense: Emergency suspension and possible permanent removal from North Valleys High School or Washoe County School District.

Police may cite or arrest students. Fighting violations affect eligibility for dances and proms.

Hall Passes

Student planners serve as hall passes. Student identification must be visible at all times. Being in the hall without a pass will result in progressive disciplinary action.

Mutual Fighting

All students involved in a fight face suspension and possible police citation. Repeat offenses may result in expulsion. Eligibility for dances and proms may also be affected.

Parking

Students must register vehicles, display parking permits, and obey all speed and parking regulations. Violations may result in suspension of parking privileges or towing at the owner’s expense.

Smoking & Tobacco

First Offense: Detention and parent contact.
Second Offense: Saturday School.
Third Offense: Suspension.

Substance Abuse

First Offense: Ten-day suspension, with seven days waived upon completion of four district-approved classes.
Second Offense: Ten-day suspension, with five days waived following assessment and completion of eight approved programs.
Third Offense: Emergency suspension pending investigation.

The privilege of attending dances or proms will be affected by any substance abuse violation.