Students who do not follow school rules and procedures are subject to disciplinary action by a school official. This action may take the form of lunch detention, after-school detention, a parent conference, an intervention plan, lunch clean-up, lunch detention, Saturday School, in-school suspension which includes after-school detention and community service, suspension from regular school attendance or expulsion. Policies will be updated as needed. Check website for current information.

 

Basic Classroom Rules

 

1. BE HERE!

2. Be seated when the bell rings.

3. Be prepared – books, notebooks, paper, pen, sharpened pencil, etc.

4. Listen and follow directions.

5. Be courteous. Raise hand before speaking.

6. Respect the rights, opinions, and property of others.

7. Work without talking or disturbing anyone.

8. Use class time appropriately. Avoid note writing, hair combing, applying makeup, etc.

9. No gum allowed on campus.

10. Place waste paper in trash cans and recycled items in correct bins.

11. Remain in your seat until dismissed by your teacher.

12. Walk to your next class – no running on campus.

13. Cell phones must be turned off and out of sight.

14. iPods and other electronic devices must be turned off and out of sight.

 

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1. WEAPONS – Weapons such as paintball guns, nunchakus clubs, chains, firearms, knives, ninja stars, and pellet guns are forbidden by law. Knives of any size, even scouting knives, Swiss army knives, razor blades, and pocketknives are never to be brought to campus for any reason. San Diego Unified School District has adopted a Zero Tolerance Policy concerning students who possess weapons or are engaged in repeated fights and/or acts of violence. Any student who has an object considered to be a weapon will be referred to the vice-principal for immediate suspension and investigation by School Police Services Department and/or the San Diego Police Department for expulsion. (Penal Code 626.10) (Education Code 48910)

 

2. EXPLOSIVE/FLAMMATORY OBJECTS – Possession or use of any explosive such as firecrackers, poppers, bomb bags, stink bombs, or similar items may result in an immediate suspension from school. This section applies to the possession/usage of matches and lighters as well. Be advised that the Municipal Code of San Diego, Section 53.10(b)(2) states that “It is a misdemeanor to possess or explode firecrackers on campus.” A referral may be made to School Police for violations of this provision.

 

3. ASSAULT – Any student who is involved in an unprovoked attack or an assault on any student or adult (verbal or physical threat or action) will be suspended from school and will be referred to School Police Services Department, which may conduct an investigation for possible expulsion. (Penal Code 240.242.E.C. 44014)

 

4. BALLOON/FLOWER BOUQUETS/BIRTHDAY CAKES – Birthday cakes/food, flowers, balloon bouquets or other gift items are not allowed on campus. Do not bring them to school or have them delivered.

 

5. CAMERAS/CELL PHONE CAMERAS/VIDEO CAMERAS – These devices are not allowed on campus at any time. If a student is caught with a camera, it will be confiscated and only returned to parent or guardian.

 

6. CELL PHONES, PAGERS & OTHER ELECTRONIC SIGNALING DEVICES - Challenger administration and staff strongly encourage students NOT to bring any valuables to school including cell phones due to theft risk. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items. These devices must be kept out of sight and turned off during the school day. They may be used only before and after school off campus. Cell phones may be confiscated if used on campus and will only be returned to a parent or guardian. Administration will not investigate lost/stolen valuables such as iPods, cell phones, toys, etc.

 

7. COMPUTER/INTERNET USE – Students must have SDUSD Student Network Responsibility Contract on file before using any computer at school. This contract outlines responsibilities, acceptable use, privileges, network etiquette, security and vandalism policies under the Network Use Guidelines. Students must follow the Network Use Guidelines. Violations may result in cancellation of computer privileges.

 

8. DEFIANCE – Any student who defies any adult or refuses to follow his/her directions or refuses to give their name will be referred to the appropriate authority for disciplinary action.

 

9. DISRUPTION – Any student who deliberately disturbs or hampers classroom instruction or school activities will be immediately referred for disciplinary action. (Education code 10609, District Procedure 2619) This includes the possession and/or use of stink bombs, which is a suspendable offense.

 

10. DRUGS/ALCOHOL – Possession or use of narcotics, dangerous drugs, or alcohol is a violation of the law. Students involved with or possessing narcotics or alcohol will be suspended and referred to School Police Services and/or the San Diego Police Department. (Education code 48904) Refer to the district policy, which will be in the opening of school envelope.

 

11. EXTORTION OR THREATS – Any students involved in obtaining money or other possessions of value through the use of intimidation or violence will be suspended. An investigation by School Police Services may be required. (Extortion: Penal Code 518. Threats: Penal Code 519)

 

12. FIGHTING – Fighting, including playing fighting, is strictly forbidden. Students who fight will be referred to the counselor or vice principal for disciplinary action and suspension. After three fights inflicting injury within one year, the student will be required to attend a Zero Tolerance Program. For details, see the district’s Zero Tolerance Policy.

 

13. FOOD AND DRINK IN CLASSROOMS – Food and drink are not allowed during normal classroom hours. There may be some exceptions under teacher supervision.

 

14. GAMBLING – Gambling in any form is prohibited by state law. Gambling is defined as wagering or betting money on the outcome of any activity. Students who are involved in this activity may be suspended. Students should not have dice or cards or anything that can be considered a gambling device in their possession at school. These will be taken from students. (Administration Code 301. Education Code 10601-10609)

 

15. GUM – Gum is not allowed on campus even after school (not in pockets, backpacks, purses, etc.) This means no gum at lunch. Perpetual violators will be referred for disciplinary action.

 

16. INSTIGATING – Students who instigate problems, unsafe situations or misbehavior will be considered a participant and will receive appropriate consequences for their actions.

 

17. LEAVING CAMPUS WITHOUT PERMISSION – Students may not leave campus without permission. Leaving campus without a Blue Slip is considered a truancy. (District Procedure 2380)

 

18. MISBEHAVIOR GOING TO AND FROM SCHOOL – Students are subject to disciplinary action for any form of misbehavior in the process of going to and from school. (District Procedure 2619)

 

19. MP3 PLAYERS, IPODS, ETC. – Challenger administration and staff strongly encourage students NOT to bring any valuables to school including electronic devices due to theft risk. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items. MP3 players, portable radios, CD players, including earphones, if brought to school must be kept out of sight and turned off during the school day. These devices may be confiscated if used during the times not permitted and will only be returned to a parent or guardian. Administration will not investigate lost/stolen valuables such as iPods, cell phones, toys, etc.

 

20. PERMANENT MARKERS/AEROSOL CANS – Permanent markers and aerosol cans are not permitted on campus.

 

21. (a) PROFANITY/PORNOGRAPHY – The use of offensive words or profanity is unacceptable. Obscene actions, possession of pornographic materials, or habitual profanity can lead to suspension. (b) SLAM BOOKS – Slam books are not allowed on the school campus. These will be confiscated and may be returned only to the parent.

 

22. STUDENT FUNDRAISING – The only fundraising allowed on campus is that for school sponsored activities. No other candy or food can be sold on campus. Students are responsible for their own fundraising items.

 

23. STUDENT TRANSPORTATION – Skateboards or roller-blades are not allowed on campus at any time. All bikes must be locked in the bike racks. Students are responsible for securing their bikes with a personal lock. All bike riders must obey all traffic laws and school bicycle regulations, or face bicycle suspension. According to state law, helmets must be worn. Bicycles are not to be ridden on campus. Students must use the crosswalk at all times. Bikes should be walked in front of the school at all times. SKATEBOARDS, ROLLERBLADES AND SCOOTERS (RAZORS) ARE NOT ALLOWED. (San Diego Municipal Code 84.12)

 

24. THEFT – Any student involved in the theft or attempted theft of school or personal property will be suspended. This includes receiving stolen property. School Police Services contact may be required. Challenger administration and staff strongly encourage students NOT to bring any valuables to school due to theft risk. Students are encouraged not to bring large amounts of money to school or to leave backpacks/purses unattended. Thefts must be reported immediately to the vice-principal.

 

25. TOUCHING AND HARASSMENT – Public display of affection (kissing, romantically embracing, etc.) is never allowed on school grounds. Inappropriate touching of another’s body is forbidden and will be dealt with as a serious matter requiring an investigation for disciplinary intervention. The rule is “Keep your hands off others at all times.” Harassment can be such actions as unwelcome sexual advances; requests for sexual favors; or verbal, visual, physical conduct of a sexual nature. Bullying will not be tolerated. See district policy of Student Nondiscrimination and Sexual Harassment for more details.

 

26. TOBACCO – Students involved in the use of tobacco on any part of the school grounds will be suspended. Possession of tobacco on campus is also grounds for suspension. Students are not to have any form of tobacco (smokeless tobacco, chew packets, and betel) in their possession at school or during school activities. This policy also extends to the possession and/or use of matches and lighters. (Education Code 48900-20) Refer to district policy.

 

27. TOYS – Toys (such as lasers, yo-yos, darts, stuffed animals, handheld electronic games [i.e. PSP, Gameboy], baseball cards, game cards, finger boards, water guns, squirt bottles, squirt guns, pacifiers, marbles, etc.) are not to be brought to school. They will be confiscated and only returned to a parent/guardian. Administration will not investigate lost/stolen valuables such as iPods, cell phones, toys, etc.

 

28. TRESPASSING – Students are not to be on campus after school hours or on weekends unless they are participating in a school-related activity with staff participation.

 

29. VANDALISM – Anyone who maliciously damages or defaces school property or that of another person is required by law to pay for damages. This includes defacing school property with permanent marker or felt pen. Immediate suspension and possible police contact may be required. (Penal code 594) Permanent pens are not allowed on campus.