|  | | Student Conduct: Rights & Responsibilities |  | Effective September 1, 2007 A Student Behavior Handbook for Elementary and Secondary Schools
Mission of the Saint Paul Public Schools: Provide a Premiere Education for All
High Achievement Learners will meet the highest district and state standards through a learning journey that is academically rich and rigorous.
Meaningful Connections Learners will understand the relationship between their lives and the lives of others, and the relevance of their educational experiences to their roles in society.
Respectful Environment The learning environment will be safe, nurturing, and equitable for our diverse learners.
HELP WITH SOLVING PROBLEMS - SCHOOL OMBUDSPERSON The Saint Paul Public Schools ombudsperson helps students, parents, and community members resolve school issues if they are unable to reach satisfaction by working with school administrators and staff members. The ombudsperson can help with:
Negotiating a solution with a teacher or administrator Communicating more effectively with a teacher or administrator Understanding a school policy, regulation, or procedure Connecting the person with the appropriate school district staff member or office Gathering general information about the school district
Call: 651-767-8119, or website: www.spps.org/ombudsperson.html The Saint Paul Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, age, color, religion, ancestry, status with respect to public assistance, sexual or affectional orientation, or disability. The following persons, located at 360 Colborne Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102, have been designated to handle inquiries regarding our non-discrimination policies:
For concerns about discrimination by school district personnel or by a member of the school district community, contact the Assistant Director for Performance Management, Human Resource Department, at 651-767-8200.
For concerns about discrimination by a student, contact the Director of Student Services, at 651-767-8179.
For inquiries about sex discrimination, you may also contact the Title IX Coordinator, Director, Office of Educational Equity at 651-767-8121.
For more information regarding student human rights, please contact the Office of Student Services at 651-767-8179, or at 360 Colborne Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55102.
SPPS Title IX Administrative Grievance Process for Students
INDEX
Board of Education Policy on Student Discipline
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Students Rights and Responsibilities - Rights
Students Rights and Responsibilities - Responsibilities
Section I: Violations Against Minnesota Statute
Section II: Violations Against Persons
Section III: Violations Against Property
Violations Against School Administrative Procedures
Section V: Violations Against School Traffic Regulations
Section VI: Other Violations
Part B Endnotes
Additional Discipline Information
Special Education
Section 504
Glossary
Appendix I: Board of Education Policies Appendix II: Pupil Fair Dismissal Act
Appendix III: Other Applicable Laws
Appendix IV: Zero Tolerance Guidance
The rules and regulations regarding student behavior and discipline contained in this handbook are established to fulfill the Board of Education’s policies as stated in 506.01 and 506.02, above.
This Handbook applies to incidents and situations that occur on any property owned or controlled by Saint Paul Public Schools or occurring in connection with any activity sponsored by or associated with the Saint Paul Public Schools (“SPPS”). This Handbook may also apply to incidents involving SPPS students if an unapproved connection or association to Saint Paul Public Schools or its staff is explicitly or implicitly stated or inferred (for example, hazing).
This is a guide to student conduct. Adult staff members are held to high standards of behavior and are subject to all applicable laws, Board of Education policies, and human resources’ rules and practices.
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Alternative Educational Services Chart.pdf
Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is committed to ensuring that students have legally mandated alternative educational services available to them during periods of dismissal. Generally, SPPS provides services according to the enclosed schedule:
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