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suspension, whether committed on campus or off campus. An administrative decision may include dismissal.
In all cases, a student suspended out-of-school may not return to the classroom until permitted to do so by the Administration. This permission will be given only after consultation with the parents or guardians. The student is not permitted on school grounds or school related functions i.e. athletic events, dances, etc.
At the end of the school year, the Discipline Review Board will review the records of all students. Special attention will be paid not only to the reason for the suspension, but also to the student's conduct after the suspension. After this review, the Administration will determine the status of these students for the following school year based on the recommendation of the Discipline Review Board.
Vandalism
Damage to school property, the building, or the grounds, as well as damage to private property or buses, will not be tolerated. The repair/replacement value of such damage must be reimbursed by the student(s) responsible in addition to any other disciplinary action that Padua may deem appropriate in any given case.
Weapons
The use, possession, sale, or discharge of any type of weapon or dangerous object including toys or replicas of such objects (e.g. knife, gun, club, pepper spray, or any other type of instrument judged so by the Assistant Principal of Young Men or Young Women is absolutely forbidden on school property and/or school events at all times. This prohibition also includes any pistol, rifle or other device that uses air or gas propelled projectiles.
Violations of this policy will result in immediate notification of police. A student in possession of such weapons and/or objects may be suspended from school immediately. The Principal may dismiss the student, pending disciplinary review.
DIVERSITY
Diversity Statement
Padua Franciscan High School is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone belongs. We believe that all individuals are created in the image and likeness of God and, therefore, should be treated with dignity and respect. For these reasons, Padua Franciscan is a community in which all students, faculty, and staff are entitled to pursue their fullest intellectual, social, spiritual, emotional, and physical potential.
To that end, we commit to recognizing and unlearning our own biases and ending any expressions of discrimination—big and small, overt and subtle—that exist within ourselves and our community. The example of St. Francis, St. Clare, and St. Anthony of Padua inspires our commitment to peacemaking and responsible social action. We choose to stand in solidarity with those who experience economic, political, and social marginalization, regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, socio-economic class, and ability.
By infusing inclusive initiatives, school culture, and extracurricular activities, we strive to promote understanding, acceptance, and celebration of our diversity.
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