Approved: January, 1988
Revised: April 10, 2006
Revised: June 14, 2010
Revised: September 11, 2019
STUDENT CONDUCT AND DRESS
The Evansville Community School District Board of Education believes all students behavior should be based on respect and consideration for the rights of others. Students and parents/guardians have a responsibility to know and follow the rules and regulations of the school. Rules and regulations are published annually in student handbooks and on the web site and distributed to students and parents/guardians. Guidelines should be discussed annually with students.
The principal is responsible for developing and administering reasonable rules and regulations for students. Such rules and regulations shall not conflict with Board policies, statutory or case law, and shall be defined in the student handbook. All employees of the district shall share responsibility for supervising the behavior and dress of students and for seeing that students meet the codes of conduct established by the principal.
It is the responsibility of parents/guardians and students to select and wear appropriate clothing that is conducive to a safe and productive school environment. Appropriate clothing, hair, footwear, and accessories:
- Does not damage floors, furniture, or other property.
- Does not create hazards for the student or others.
When a student’s appearance or behavior disrupts the educational process, they may be subject to disciplinary action.
Legal Ref.: Sections 118.035 Wisconsin Statutes (School Uniforms)
118.13 (Pupil Discrimination Prohibited)
120.13(1)(a) (School Board Powers)
120.44(2) (School Board Powers and Duties)
U.S. Constitution, First Amendment
Local Ref.: Student and Family Handbooks
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