3440 - Removal or Release of Student During School Hours Policy

Policy 3440

STUDENTS

Removal or Release of Student During School Hours

The board recognizes its responsibility for the proper care of students during school hours.  Students shall not be removed from school grounds, any school building, or school function during school hours except by a person duly authorized in accordance with district policy and procedures.  Before a student is removed or excused, the person seeking to remove the student must present to the satisfaction of the superintendent or principal evidence of his or her proper authority to remove the student.  A teacher should not excuse a student from class to confer with anyone unless the request is approved by the principal.  The superintendent is directed to establish procedures for the removal of a student during school hours.

Prior to sending a student to his/her home for illness, discipline or a corrective action, the principal or school official shall attempt to reach the student's parent to inform him/her of the school's action and to request that he/she come to the school for the child. If the parent cannot be reached, the student shall remain at school until the close of the school day. A student may be released to a law enforcement officer in accordance with the district policy.

 

 

 

Legal Reference:         RCW   28A.605.010               Removing child from school grounds
                                                                                                during school hours -- Procedure

 

Adoption Date:           January 26, 2010