Discipline of students in Kentucky public schools, including expulsion and suspension procedures.

This bill amends Kentucky's student discipline regulations, focusing on expulsion and suspension procedures. It mandates that each board of education adopt policies to ensure the safety of students and staff. The bill outlines specific behaviors that warrant expulsion, such as threats to safety, drug or alcohol use, and possession of weapons. It also details the process for expelling students, including hearings for parents or guardians. Suspension procedures are outlined, including due process requirements and the conditions under which a student may be suspended.

Discipline of students in Kentucky public schools, including expulsion and suspension procedures.

This bill amends Kentucky's student discipline regulations, focusing on expulsion and suspension procedures. It mandates that each board of education adopt policies to ensure the safety of students and staff. The bill outlines specific behaviors that warrant expulsion, such as threats to safety, drug or alcohol use, and possession of weapons. It also details the process for expelling students, including hearings for parents or guardians. Suspension procedures are outlined, including due process requirements and the conditions under which a student may be suspended.