Discipline Code
The list of offenses and consequences has been designed to provide students, staff and parents with a base of information. It is not meant to be exhaustive as no list can cover each and every violation and possible consequence. The District reserves the right to take different disciplinary action than what is provided for herein and to consider mitigating circumstances on a case by case basis as it deems appropriate. In the event any offense occurs while a student is subject to discipline, additional discipline will be imposed for the new offense. Note that the ** denotes offenses that will be reported to the Teaneck Police Department as required by the Memorandum of Agreement.
Grievance Procedure
A grievance is a formal written claim by a student or group of students who are aggrieved by reason of the application of any school rule or regulation, or of an order by a staff member or by reason of any deficiency in the school system which requires remedial action. A grievance may also involve an alleged violation related to discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, disability, or social or economic status or sexual orientation.
If the matter concerns an allegation of discrimination including harassment, grievance and any appeal must be made in writing to the affirmative action officer who shall make an attempt, after investigation, to resolve the matter. The principal shall be provided with a copy of the appeal. If the matter is not resolved by the Affirmative Action Officers within ten days, the officer’ s findings shall be reported to the Superintendent of Schools.
If the grievance cannot be resolved informally or whenever the grievant believes that such a procedure is inappropriate or impractical, the grievant shall file a written statement setting forth the following information:
1. A brief statement of the specific nature of the grievance and the facts giving rise to it, and the steps previously pursued. 2. A brief statement of the relief desired. 3. A brief statement of reasons why the grievant believes he / she is entitled to the relief sought.
The written statement shall be delivered to the school principal who shall furnish a copy to the staff member involved. If the grievance concerns the principal, it shall be forwarded to the Superintendent of Schools. A conference will be scheduled within ten school days following receipt of the grievance, which shall be conducted informally, with each party having an opportunity to be heard. The principal shall render a written decision within five school days following the conference and a copy of same shall be provided to all interested parties.
If either party is dissatisfied with the decision, he or she may appeal within ten school days following receipt of the written decision. The appeal shall be in writing and to the Superintendent of Schools. All interested parties shall be provided a copy of the appeal, which must contain a statement of reasons upon which the appeal is based.
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