Level Four Violations - The following conduct is prohibited as outlined below:
6400-4-01 Possession or Use of a Firearm - Possessing, handling, using, transferring or bringing on school property a firearm.For purposes of this rule, “firearm” is defined as:1. A weapon, including a starter gun, which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive;2. The frame or receiver of any such weapon; or 3. Any firearm muffler or firearm silencer.The term “firearm” shall not include an inoperable antique firearm, a BB gun, stun gun, air rifle, or air pistol, and shall not include a weapon used solely for educational or school-sanctioned ceremonial purposes or in a school-approved program conducted under the supervision of an adult whose supervision has been approved by the principal or Superintendent.
6400-4-02 Destructive Device - Possessing or placing on school premises any destructive device. For purposes of this rule, “destructive device” is defined as an explosive, incendiary, or poison gas:1. Bomb.2. Grenade.3. Rocket having a propellant charge of more than four ounces.4. Missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than one- quarter ounce.5. Mine.6. Similar device.
6400-4-03 Arson - Burning or attempting to burn any school building or property. Possessing incendiary material (i.e., gasoline, kerosene, or other flammable liquid) for the purpose of burning or the attempted burning of school property.
6400-4-04 Bomb Threat - Making a bomb threat or hoax by making a false report that a device designed to cause damage or destruction by explosion, blasting, or burning is located on school premises. Statements of threats of mass destruction of school property, regardless of actual intent, will be considered as violations of this policy.
6400-4-05 Use of a Weapon - Using in a threatening or dangerous manner any weapon or other object that can reasonably be considered a weapon or a facsimile of a weapon.6400-4-06 Distribution of Drugs or Alcohol - Transmitting, selling, receiving or conspiring or attempting to transmit, buy or sell, or receive any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic amphetamine, barbiturate, synthetic stimulant such as MDPV and mephedron (e.g., “bath salts”), synthetic cannabinoid (e.g., “Spice” or “K2”), marijuana, anabolic steroid, alcoholic beverage, malt beverage, fortified wine, other intoxicating liquor or controlled substance, chemicals or products with the intention of altering the student’s mood or behavior, drug paraphernalia, or counterfeit drugs. The possession of drugs or alcohol in quantity may be considered possession for the purpose of distribution. If the quantity possessed is greater than a single unit of drugs or alcohol, or is of a greater quantity or amount of drugs or alcohol than would be likely to be consumed by an individual in a single use, it will be considered possession for the purpose of distribution.Students suspended for distribution of drugs or alcohol shall participate in the following interventions:Upon reentry to school following suspension, the student will be assigned to a school counselor for counseling services as determined by the principal, student, and counselor involved. The parents are also encouraged to participate in determining counseling services.The student will attend an appropriate substance abuse program selected by the Superintendent. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in long-term suspension. This student’s parent(s) is/are encouraged to attend the program as well.Consequence - A positive behavior plan has been developed for the administration of this Code of Student Conduct. The positive behavior plans contain age appropriate sanctions for violations of the Code of Student Conduct including suspension from school.For a violation of 6400-4-01 (Firearms) and 6400-4-02 (Destructive Devices), a student may be suspended for 365 calendar days in accordance with G.S. 115C-390.10 However, the superintendent shall not impose a 365-day suspension if the superintendent determines that the student:
1. Took or received the firearm or destructive device from another person on educational property or at a school-sponsored event off educational property or found the firearm or destructive device on educational property or at a school-sponsored event off educational property;
2. Delivered or reported the firearm or destructive device as soon as practicable to a law enforcement officer or a school employee; and
3. Had no intent to use the firearm or destructive device in a harmful or threatening way.
6400-4-01 Possession or Use of a Firearm - Possessing, handling, using, transferring or bringing on school property a firearm.For purposes of this rule, “firearm” is defined as:1. A weapon, including a starter gun, which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive;2. The frame or receiver of any such weapon; or 3. Any firearm muffler or firearm silencer.The term “firearm” shall not include an inoperable antique firearm, a BB gun, stun gun, air rifle, or air pistol, and shall not include a weapon used solely for educational or school-sanctioned ceremonial purposes or in a school-approved program conducted under the supervision of an adult whose supervision has been approved by the principal or Superintendent.
6400-4-02 Destructive Device - Possessing or placing on school premises any destructive device. For purposes of this rule, “destructive device” is defined as an explosive, incendiary, or poison gas:1. Bomb.2. Grenade.3. Rocket having a propellant charge of more than four ounces.4. Missile having an explosive or incendiary charge of more than one- quarter ounce.5. Mine.6. Similar device.
6400-4-03 Arson - Burning or attempting to burn any school building or property. Possessing incendiary material (i.e., gasoline, kerosene, or other flammable liquid) for the purpose of burning or the attempted burning of school property.
6400-4-04 Bomb Threat - Making a bomb threat or hoax by making a false report that a device designed to cause damage or destruction by explosion, blasting, or burning is located on school premises. Statements of threats of mass destruction of school property, regardless of actual intent, will be considered as violations of this policy.
6400-4-05 Use of a Weapon - Using in a threatening or dangerous manner any weapon or other object that can reasonably be considered a weapon or a facsimile of a weapon.6400-4-06 Distribution of Drugs or Alcohol - Transmitting, selling, receiving or conspiring or attempting to transmit, buy or sell, or receive any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic amphetamine, barbiturate, synthetic stimulant such as MDPV and mephedron (e.g., “bath salts”), synthetic cannabinoid (e.g., “Spice” or “K2”), marijuana, anabolic steroid, alcoholic beverage, malt beverage, fortified wine, other intoxicating liquor or controlled substance, chemicals or products with the intention of altering the student’s mood or behavior, drug paraphernalia, or counterfeit drugs. The possession of drugs or alcohol in quantity may be considered possession for the purpose of distribution. If the quantity possessed is greater than a single unit of drugs or alcohol, or is of a greater quantity or amount of drugs or alcohol than would be likely to be consumed by an individual in a single use, it will be considered possession for the purpose of distribution.Students suspended for distribution of drugs or alcohol shall participate in the following interventions:Upon reentry to school following suspension, the student will be assigned to a school counselor for counseling services as determined by the principal, student, and counselor involved. The parents are also encouraged to participate in determining counseling services.The student will attend an appropriate substance abuse program selected by the Superintendent. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in long-term suspension. This student’s parent(s) is/are encouraged to attend the program as well.Consequence - A positive behavior plan has been developed for the administration of this Code of Student Conduct. The positive behavior plans contain age appropriate sanctions for violations of the Code of Student Conduct including suspension from school.For a violation of 6400-4-01 (Firearms) and 6400-4-02 (Destructive Devices), a student may be suspended for 365 calendar days in accordance with G.S. 115C-390.10 However, the superintendent shall not impose a 365-day suspension if the superintendent determines that the student:
1. Took or received the firearm or destructive device from another person on educational property or at a school-sponsored event off educational property or found the firearm or destructive device on educational property or at a school-sponsored event off educational property;
2. Delivered or reported the firearm or destructive device as soon as practicable to a law enforcement officer or a school employee; and
3. Had no intent to use the firearm or destructive device in a harmful or threatening way.