Attachment B to Regulation

JK-R
Denver Public Schools Discipline Matrix
This Matrix is a Summary of Policy JK and Regulation JK-R, Please Review Entire Policy and Attachments
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Disrupt bias, fight disproportionality, and apply the Discipline Matrix in anti-racist and trauma-informed manner.
Ensure rights of students with disabilities in discipline process (see Note 1).

Follow Consent Decree on translation and interpretation. Use Language Line and provide translated documents in family's preferred language.

Exclusionary discipline should be a last resort after restorative practices and use of interventions in Discipline Ladder.

To end the school-to-prison pipeline and per Board of Education direction, referrals to law enforcement are only permitted as indicated in Referral Column.
School Referral to Law
Discipline Ladder Recommendation For OSS/ISS OSS/ISS
Conduct Definition Enforcement or DPS Safety Essential Protocols
Reference Expulsion ECE - 3rd Grade Grades 4 - 12
(See Note 2)
Type Six
Firearm - Knowing Refer to Mandatory Expulsion If firearm is on school grounds, Full Threat Consultation with OS. 3 OSS of 5 days
- possession* Recommendation Hearing in school's possession, or there Appraisal - 10 day OSS. Request
- of a firearm** for Expulsion is a threat of serious bodily expulsion
Column injury that is real and hearing.
* Possession means actual or physical control as opposed to immediate, mandatory referral
fleeting contact. Incident must occur on school grounds, in a to DPS Dept. of Safety (3-3911)
school vehicle, or at a school sanctioned event. If off- and law enforcement (911 or
campus, there must be a sufficient nexus to school. non-emergency 720-913-2000)

** Includes handguns; rifles; shotguns. This does not apply

to objects such as toy guns, facsimiles, cap guns, bee-bee
guns, and pellet guns.
Type Five
Robbery Distinguish Robbery from less egregious bullying incidents. Ladder level Mandatory Review If a firearm or dangerous Full Threat Consultation with OS OSS of 3 -5 days
inapplicable at this weapon was used, or there is a Appraisal required for 1 day OSS
- Knowingly stage, refer to threat of serious bodily injury for safety planning.
- taking other columns for that is real and immediate, Expulsion may not be
- a thing of value action steps mandatory referral to DPS requested.
- from a person Dept. of Safety (3-3911) and to
- by the use of force, threats, or intimidation law enforcement (911 or non-
emergency 720-913-2000)
First degree assault First degree assault is the most egregious type of assault. Ladder level Mandatory Review Notify DPS Dept. of Safety (3- Full Threat Consultation with OS OSS of 3 -5 days
inapplicable at this 3911) and complete a Appraisal required for 1 day OSS
- Intentionally using a deadly weapon to cause serious bodily stage, refer to mandatory report to law for safety planning.
injury to another person other columns for enforcement (911 or non- Expulsion may not be
OR action steps emergency 720-913-2000) or requested.
- with an intent to disfigure another person seriously and child welfare (1-844-264-5437)
permanently, the person causes such an injury
OR
- a student shows extreme indifference to the value of human
life, and knowingly creates a grave risk of death to another
person.

Serious bodily involves a substantial risk of death, a

substantial risk of serious permanent disfigurement, a
substantial risk of protracted loss or impairment of the
function of any part or organ of the body, or breaks,
fractures, or burns of the second or third degree

Second degree assault A serious assault that is less serious than first degree assault, Ladder level Mandatory Review If a firearm or dangerous Full Threat Consultation with OS OSS of 3 -5 days
but more serious than a typical fight with typical injuries inapplicable at this weapon was used, serious Appraisal required for 1 day OSS
(Third Degree Assault) stage, refer to bodily injury was caused, or for safety planning.
- intentionally using a deadly weapon to cause bodily injury other columns for there is a threat of serious Expulsion may not be
OR action steps bodily injury that is real and requested.
- recklessly using a deadly weapon to cause serious bodily immediate, mandatory referral
injury to DPS Dept. of Safety (3-3911)
OR and to law enforcement (911 or
- with intent to cause bodily injury, causing serious bodily non-emergency 720-913-2000)
injury
OR
- with intent to cause bodily injury, choking another person,
causing bodily injury

Serious bodily injury involves a substantial risk of death, a

substantial risk of serious permanent disfigurement, a
substantial risk of protracted loss or impairment of the
function of any part or organ of the body, or breaks,
fractures, or burns of the second or third degree.
Sexual assault - A student inflicts sexual intrusion or sexual penetration: Ladder level Mandatory Review Notify DPS Dept. of Safety (3- Full Threat Consultation with OS OSS of 3 -5 days
- through the use of force; inapplicable at this 3911) and complete a Appraisal, Title IX required for 1 day OSS
- without consent; or stage, refer to mandatory report to law Process that results for safety planning.
- when complainant is incapable of providing consent other columns for enforcement (911 or non- in a finding of sexual Expulsion may not be
OR action steps emergency 720-913-2000) or harassment in the requested.
- when complainant is 14 years old or younger and child welfare (1-844-264-5437). form of sexual
respondent is more than 4 years older. assault (DPS
Implementers find
guidance on the
Commons)
Sale or distribution of, or intent - Knowing Ladder level Mandatory Review If disposal of illegal drugs is Consultation with OS OSS of 3 -5 days
to sell, unauthorized drugs or - sale or distribution inapplicable at this necessary, refer to DPS Dept. of required for 1 day OSS
controlled substance - of a controlled substance. stage, refer to Safety (3-3911). DPS Dept. of for safety planning.
other columns for Safety will determine whether Expulsion may not be
The transaction must occur on school grounds, in a school action steps or not law enforcement needs to requested.
vehicle, or at a school sanctioned event. be contacted and will make that
contact, if needed.
Dangerous Weapon - Knowing Ladder level Mandatory Review If dangerous weapon is on Full Threat Consultation with OS OSS of 3 -5 days
- possession* inapplicable at this school grounds and there is a Appraisal required for 1 day OSS
- of an object defined as a dangerous weapon: stage, refer to threat of serious bodily injury for safety planning.
- any pellet or BB gun, or other device, whether other columns for that is real and immediate, Expulsion may not be
operational or not, designed to propel projectiles by spring action steps mandatory referral to DPS requested.
action or compressed air; Dept. of Safety (3-3911) and to
- a fixed blade knife with a blade that exceeds three law enforcement (911 or
inches in length; nonemergency 720-913-2000).
- a spring-loaded knife or a pocket knife with a blade In the absence of a threat,
longer than three and one half inches; contact DPS Dept. of Safety if
OR you have questions regarding
- any object, device, instrument, material, or substance return or disposal of the
used or intended to be used to inflict death or serious bodily weapon.
injury.

*Possession is defined as the actual or physical control as

opposed to fleeting contact. Incident must occur on school
grounds, in school vehicles, or at school activities or
sanctioned events without the authorization of the school or
the school district. If off-campus, there must be a sufficient
nexus to school.
Type Four (see Note 3)
Arson - Knowingly Level F Optional Review If threat of serious bodily injury Full Threat 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
- setting fire to, burning or causing to be burned, or by the is real and immediate, Appraisal planning. Expulsion days
use of explosives damages or destroys, or causing to be mandatory referral to DPS may not be requested.
damaged or destroyed Dept. of Safety (3-3911) & Fire
- the school building, school property, or property of another Department
person that is on school grounds

Third Degree Assault This is the least serious type of assault Level F Optional Review Consult with OS. OS will Full Threat 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
Do not use for fights that were planned, agreed upon, or contact DPS Dept. of Safety, if Appraisal planning. Expulsion days
otherwise consented to (see disorderly conduct) needed. DPS Dept. of Safety may not be requested.
- knowingly or recklessly will determine whether or not
- causing bodily injury (but not injuries that rise to the level law enforcement needs to be
of second degree assault--see above) contacted and will make that
- to another person contact, if needed.
Destruction or theft of school - Knowingly Level F Optional Review No referral to law enforcement 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
property (over $5000) - taking, using, destroying, concealing, or abandoning planning. Expulsion days
- school property of value $5000 or greater may not be requested.
- without permission or by threat or deception
- with intent that the property will not be returned

Theft from an individual (over - Knowingly Level F Optional Review No referral to law enforcement 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
$5000) - taking, using, destroying, concealing or abandoning planning. Expulsion days
- another person's property of value $5000 or greater may not be requested.
- without permission or by threat or deception
- with the intent that the property will not be returned.

Possession of an explosive (non- - Possession Level F Optional Review If the welfare or safety of others Full Threat 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
fireworks/firecrackers) that - of any chemical compound mixture, or device, is seriously endangered, Appraisal planning. Expulsion days
seriously endangering the welfare - the primary purpose of which is to function by explosion, mandatory referral to DPS may not be requested.
or safety of others i.e. dynamite, black powder, pellet powder, detonators, safety Dept. of Safety (3-3911). Dept.
fuses, igniter cord, igniters of Safety will make the decision
to contact law enforcement and
will make that contact, if
needed.

Assault, harassment, false - Knowingly Level F Optional Review Mandatory referral to DPS Full Threat 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
allegation of abuse or willfully - assaulting, Dept. of Safety (3-3911). Dept. Appraisal; School planning. Expulsion days
causing property damage against - harassing, of Safety will make the decision leader can consult may not be requested.
a school employee, see Board - making a false allegation of abuse, to contact law enforcement and with HR Partner as
Policy GBGB OR will make that contact, if needed
- damaging the personal property needed.
- of a school employee.
Hazing activities - Recklessly Level F Optional Review If there is a threat of serious Full Threat 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
- endangering the health or safety of bodily injury that is real and Appraisal planning. Expulsion days
OR immediate, mandatory referral may not be requested.
- causing risk of bodily injury to an individual to DPS Dept. of Safety (3-
- for the purpose of initiation into or affiliation with a student 3911). If hazing involves
organization conduct that requires mandatory
report (e.g. unlawful sexual
contact), complete mandatory
report to DPD.

Child Abuse Definitions included on the Commons site for mandatory Level F Optional Review Notify DPS Dept. of Safety (3- 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
reporting 3911) and complete a planning. Expulsion days
mandatory report to law may not be requested.
enforcement (911 or non-
emergency 720-913-2000) or
child welfare (1-844-264-5437).
Unlawful sexual behavior, There are many forms of unlawful sexual behavior, see Level F Optional Review Notify DPS Dept. of Safety (3- Title IX Process that 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
unlawful sexual contact, Resource Library, "Unlawful Sexual Behavior Definitions" 3911) and complete a results in a finding of planning. Expulsion days
and indecent exposure for complete list mandatory report to law sexual harassment in may not be requested.
enforcement (911 or non- the form of unlawful
Unlawful sexual contact = emergency 720-913-2000) or sexual behavior
- knowingly child welfare (1-844-264-5437). (DPS Implementers
- making sexual contact find guidance on the
- w/ complainant’s intimate parts* Commons)
- for the purpose of sexual arousal, gratification, or abuse
- if respondent knows complainant does not consent**

* Intimate parts are the external genitalia or perineum or the

anus or the buttocks or the pubes or breast of any person
**Consent is cooperation in act or attitude, an exercise of
free will and with knowledge of the nature of the act

Indecent Exposure=
- knowing
- exposure
- of genitals or masturbation
- to any person's view
- when likely to cause affront or alarm
- with intent to arouse or satisfy sexual desire

Witness Intimidation or - By the use of a threat, harassment, or act of harm Level F Optional Review If conduct includes a real or Full Threat 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
Retaliation - to a person (or their property) immediate threat to use a Appraisal planning. Expulsion days
- who has acted,or is believed to act in the future firearm or dangerous weapon or may not be requested.
- as a witness in a criminal, civil, or school process with otherwise cause serious bodily
possible disciplinary consequences injury or death, mandatory
- a student: referral to DPS Dept. of Safety
- influences the witness to withhold factual information or (x3-3911) and law enforcement
provide false information (911 or non-emergency 720-
- induces the witness to avoid participation in the 913-2000).
proceeding or process
- inflicts harm or injury prior to or after the witness's
participation.
Other student behavior Serious behavior on or off school property that is detrimental Level F Optional Review If conduct includes a real or Full Threat 1 day OSS for safety OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
presenting an active or ongoing to the welfare or safety of another person or group of people, immediate threat to use a Appraisal planning. Expulsion days
danger to the welfare or safety of such as serious threats of imminent physical violence or act firearm or dangerous weapon or may not be requested.
school occupants of physical harm against a specific person or persons, otherwise cause serious bodily
location, or entity. injury or death, mandatory
referral to DPS Dept. of Safety
Incident must not meet the criteria for another category of (x3-3911) and law enforcement
conduct on this Matrix. Is determined on a case-by-case (911 or non-emergency 720-
basis, but must have sufficient nexus to school to qualify for 913-2000).
possible disciplinary consequence.
Habitual disruption (ECE - 3rd A student who has caused a material and substantial Level F Optional Review No referral to law enforcement Notice of Intent of N/A Students ECE-3rd OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
grade may not receive this disruption on school grounds, in a school vehicle, or at a Declaration of a grade may not receive days
offense type) school activity or sanctioned event three or more times Habitually this offense type
during the course of a school year. Disruptive Student,
Behavior Plans,
(School must have all of the documentation called for Consider Child Find
through the Habitually Disruptive Guidance Document, and
have been working closely with the Discipline Program
Manager to meet the criteria for the consideration of
approval of an extended suspension and expulsion hearing)

Recurring Type One offenses Students who repeatedly engage in Type One offenses Level F Optional Review No referral to law enforcement N/A Students ECE-3rd OSS or ISS of 0 - 3
(ECE - 3rd grade may not receive despite the implementation of Ladder Levels A through E grade may not receive days
this offense type.) with fidelity, continuous monitoring, and documentation of this offense type
outcomes, can be elevated from a Type Three – Recurring
Type Two offenses to the Type Four – Recurring Type Three
offenses. (Refer to the Habitually Disruptive Guidance
Document)
Type Three (see note 4)
Bullying: Level II, see Board -The use of coercion or intimidation Level E No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
Policy JICDE - through physical conduct OSS. day OSS.
- to obtain control over another person Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
OR ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
- to cause physical, mental, or emotional harm to another
person.
Harassment based on race, color, - Unwelcome Level E No No referral to law enforcement Discrimination ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
religion, national origin, - physical conduct Prevention and OSS. day OSS.
immigration/citizenship status, - based on protected class status Response Process Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
ancestry, age, veteran status, - that is sufficiently severe, pervasive, or persistent to either: that results in a ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
disability, or genetic information - interfere with a student's or community member's ability finding of
of an employee or applicant for to participate in the District's services, activities, or harassment or
employment: Level II, see Board opportunities discrimination
Policy AC OR (DPS Implementers
- alter an employee's conditions of employment that a find guidance on the
reasonable person would consider intimidating, hostile, or Commons)
abusive

Harassment based on sex, gender, - Unwelcome Level E No No referral to law enforcement. Title IX Process that ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
sexual orientation, gender - physical conduct (NOT involving non-consensual sexual results in a finding of OSS. day OSS.
identity or expression, contact with intimate parts, see above for unlawful sexual sexual harassment or Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
transgender status, or pregnancy, contact definition and associated mandatory reporting sex-based ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
parenting, or marital status requirements) discrimination (DPS
(sexual harassment): Level II, see - based on gender (including gender nonconformity and Implementers find
Board Policy AC gender identity) guidance on the
- occurring within the District's education program or activity Commons)
- that is determined by a reasonable person to be
- so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive
- that it effectively denies a person equal access to the
District's education program or activity
Mutual fighting (may include - Fighting Level E No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
incidents that result in minor - with another person OSS. day OSS.
injuries like cuts, scrapes etc.) - at a school-sanctioned activity, or in a school vehicle Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
- by agreement or consent. ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
Being under the influence of - A student who smells of alcohol or marijuana Level E No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
drugs or alcohol - see Board - has their head down on the desk, and/or OSS. day OSS.
Policies JICH, JICH-R - interrupting, or being loud in class, and/or Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
- refusing to stay in their seat, and/or ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
- and/or displaying substances or paraphernalia in clear view.
Possession of alcohol, - Knowing Level E No Refer to DPS Dept. of Safety ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
unauthorized (but legal) drugs, or - possession for consult regarding disposal OSS. day OSS.
illegal drugs - of alcohol, unauthorized but legal drugs, and/or illegal of marijuana. If other illegal Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
drugs substance, consult with DPS ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
Dept. of Safety for disposal
guidance.
Destruction or theft of school - Knowingly Level E No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
property, including graffiti ($500 - taking, using, destroying, concealing or abandoning OSS. day OSS.
- $5000) - school property of value $500 - $4,999 Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
- without permission or by threat or deception ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
- with the intent that the property will not be returned.
Theft from an individual ($500 - - Knowingly Level E No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
$5000) - taking, using, concealing, or abandoning OSS. day OSS.
- another person's property of value $500 - $4,999 Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
- without permission or by threat or deception ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
- with intent that the property will not be returned.
Other school-based misconduct Egregious or escalating pattern of behavior that consistently Level E No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days or 1 day ISS of 0-3 days or 1
that substantially disrupts the interferes with the ability to provide a safe, productive OSS. day OSS.
school environment educational environment Not more than 1 day Not more than 1 day
ISS if 1 day OSS ISS if 1 day OSS
Recurring Type One offenses Students who repeatedly engage in Type One offenses Level E No No referral to law enforcement N/A Students ECE-3rd ISS of 0-3 days or 1
(ECE - 3rd grade may not receive despite the implementation of Ladder Levels A through C grade may not receive day OSS.
this offense type.) with fidelity, continuous monitoring, and documentation of this offense type Not more than 1 day
outcomes, can be elevated from a Type One offenses to the ISS if 1 day OSS
Type Two – Recurring Type One offenses. (Refer to the
Habitually Disruptive Guidance Document)
Type Two
False activation of a fire alarm Activation of a fire alarm in the absence of a real and Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
immediate threat to the safety of a school community,
especially in the absence of a threat from fire

Possession of When a student brings fireworks or firecrackers to school Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
fireworks/firecrackers with the purpose of lighting them in or at school without the
advance permission from the building leader
Bullying: Level I, see Board Consult with your mental health team and/or Discipline Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
Policy JICDE Building Leader for highly concerning or egregious pattern
of behavior.
- Bullying: Level I is the use of coercion or intimidation
- through written, verbal, or electronically transmitted
expression
- to obtain control over another person
OR to cause physical, mental or emotional harm to another
person.

Harassment based on race, color, - Unwelcome Level D No No referral to law enforcement Discrimination ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
religion, national origin, - verbal, written, or graphic conduct Prevention and
immigration/citizenship status, - based on a protected class status Response Process
ancestry, age, veteran status, - that is sufficiently severe, pervasive, or persistent to either: that results in a
disability, or genetic information - interfere with a student’s or community member’s ability finding of
of an employee or applicant for to participate in the District’s services, activities, or harassment or
employment: Level I, see Board opportunities discrimination
Policy AC OR (DPS Implementers
- alter an employee’s conditions of employment or create a find guidance on the
work environment that a reasonable person would consider Commons)
intimidating, hostile, or abusive

Harassment based on sex, gender, - Unwelcome Level D No No referral to law enforcement Title IX Process that ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
sexual orientation, gender -verbal, written, or graphic conduct results in a finding of
identity or expression, - based on gender (including gender nonconformity and sexual harassment or
transgender status, or pregnancy, gender identity) sex-based
parenting, or marital status - occurring with the District’s education program or activity discrimination
(sexual harassment): Level I, see - that is determined by a reasonable person to be: (DPS Implementers
Board Policy AC - so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive find guidance on the
- that it effectively denies a person equal access to the Commons)
District’s education program or activity

Consensual but inappropriate Physical contact between students that is an act of free will Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
physical contact on the part of both parties and with both parties having the
knowledge of the nature of the act, but is nonetheless not
welcome in the school environment.

Destruction or theft of school The physical removal of an object verified to be valued at Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
property, including graffiti (under $499 or less that is capable of being removed without the
$500) consent of the owner and with the intention of depriving the
owner of it permanently

Severe defiance of Evading a school rule or obeying an authority figure by Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
authority/disobedience engaging in the frequent or persistent expression of anger,
irritability, arguing, vindictiveness, and/or eloping. This may
include weapon possession, except Firearms, in the absence
of brandishing or threatening. Seek consultation from
Student Discipline Program Manager for clarification
regarding qualification of weapons.
Trespassing When a student is on school grounds without the Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
authorization of the building leader, after having been
suspended or expelled from the campus. Can be asked to
leave school grounds. Does not include Truancy.
Theft from an individual (under - Knowingly Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
$500) - taking, using, concealing, or abandoning
- another person's property of $499 or less
- without permission or by threat or deception
- with the intent that the property will not be returned

Other school-based misconduct Behavior that significantly interferes with the smooth flow of Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
that disrupts the school a classroom, assembly, or school-sanctioned event.
environment
Recurring Type One offenses Students who repeatedly engage in Type One offenses Level D No No referral to law enforcement ISS of 0-3 days ISS of 0-3 days
(ECE - 3rd grade may not receive despite the implementation of Ladder Levels A through C
this offense type. Grades 4 - 12: with fidelity, continuous monitoring, and documentation of
Required documentation for outcomes, can be elevated from a Type One offenses to the
Type One offense - Ladder Type Two – Recurring Type One offenses. (Refer to the
Levels A through C) Habitually Disruptive Guidance Document)
Type One

Classroom disruption Levels A-C No N/A N/A

Excessive tardiness Levels A-C No N/A N/A

Picking on, bothering, or Levels A-C No N/A N/A

distracting other students
Use of profanity or vulgarity Levels A-C No N/A N/A

Dress code violation, see Board Levels A-C No N/A N/A

Policy JICA
Disrupting school activity Levels A-C No N/A N/A

Minor defiance of Levels A-C No N/A N/A

authority/disobedience
Verbal insults or put-downs Levels A-C No N/A N/A

Use of cell phones, Gameboys, Levels A-C No N/A N/A

and similar electronic devices at
unauthorized times
Minor damage or defacement of Levels A-C No N/A N/A
school property
Tobacco offenses, see Board Levels A-C No N/A N/A
Policy JICG
Unauthorized use of school Levels A-C No N/A N/A
equipment
Gambling Levels A-C No N/A N/A

Minor physical aggression with Levels A-C No N/A N/A

another student (e.g., pushing,
shoving)
Scholastic dishonesty Levels A-C No N/A N/A

Other minor school-based Levels A-C No N/A N/A

misconduct
This Matrix is a summary of Policy JK-R. Please refer to the full policy for more detail. Gang-related activity at school is covered under the offenses listed in Type One through
Type Six. Refer to Policy JICF: Gang Activity Prevention.

NOTE 1: If a student has an IEP or 504 Plan (or who we reasonably suspect may have a disability), we need to consider whether we can apply exclusionary discipline for more
than 10 days. Exclusionary discipline for more than ten days in a school year requires a hearing to determine if the conduct was a manifestation of the student's disability.
Consult with your Discipline Program Manager and Special Education Instructional Support partner from Student Equity and Opportunity for full process. Also consider when
behavior may indicate a need to consider our Child Find obligations to identify students with disabilities.

NOTE 2: Referrals to law enforcement refers to actions required for the school in response to a disciplinary incident. It does not address or limit the options available to
individuals who may be victims of criminal activity.

NOTE 3: For Type Four offenses committed by 4th through 12th grade students, if there has been a recommendation for expulsion, or a request for an extension of the
suspension period made to the Superintendent or designee through Section 6-6 of Policy JK-R, the principal has the option of extending the maximum three-day out-of-school
suspension available under Section 3-1 by up to two days, for a total of five days, if deemed necessary for the safety of the school. See JK-R Section 6-4(I). For students in ECE
through 3rd grade, a 1-day out-of-school suspension is the maximum consequence that can be applied. See Policy JK-R Section 6-4 (J).

NOTE 4: For Type Three offenses committed by a student in the 4th through 12th grades, if the student’s presence in school presents a danger or severe disruption to the school
and its occupants or additional time is needed to further investigate the incident, the principal has the option of extending the maximum one-day out-of-school suspension
available under Section 3-1 by up to two days, for a total of three days. See JK-R Section 6-4 (H). For students in ECE through 3rd grade, a 1-day out-of-school suspension is
the maximum consequence that can be applied. See Policy JK-R Section 6-4 (J).