Good behavior and classroom discipline are imperative if learning is to take place. The purpose of Groton Dunstable High School's Policies and Standards for Behavior is to ensure a safe and orderly environment for everyone. These rules are in effect for all GDRHS students, regardless of their age, while at school and at all school sponsored events.
Students, parents and teachers should be aware that the following charts are included in the handbook as a quick-reference for general disciplinary actions. It is not designed to be all-inclusive or reflect extenuating circumstances.
| Infraction |
Detention |
Suspension |
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1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
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| Food in unsealed containers |
x |
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| Unexcused tardy to school |
x |
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| Inappropriate conduct |
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x |
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| Cutting Class (1st) |
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x |
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| Missing teacher dentention |
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x |
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| In unsupervised area (1st) |
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x |
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| Improper use of pass sign out |
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x |
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| In unsupervised area outside (1st) |
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x |
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| Profane and vulgar language |
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x |
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| Disrespectful/uncooperative |
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x |
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| Throwing objects (1st) |
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x |
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| Unregistered student (1st) |
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x |
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| Defacing school property |
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x |
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| Not reporting to office when sent |
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x |
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| Cutting class (2nd) |
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x |
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| Truancy |
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x |
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| Violation of smoking policy |
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See policy |
| Harassment of student |
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See policy |
| Cutting office detention |
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1 day |
| Unregistered student (2nd) |
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1 day |
| Chronic tardiness |
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1 day |
| Truancy (2nd) |
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1 day |
| Violation Social/Academic probabtion |
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1 days |
| In unsupervised area-repeated |
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2 days |
| Fighting |
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2-5 days |
| Cheating/forgery/plagiarism |
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2 days |
| Leaving school grounds or leaving office once sent |
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2 days |
| Not going to office when sent (2nd) |
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2 days |
| Accumulation of 12 detentions |
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2 days |
| Profane/vulgar language directed at staff |
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3 days |
| Stealing/possession of stolen property |
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3 days |
| Possession/lighting of incendiary device |
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3 days |
| Accumulation of 18 detentions (conference w/principal) |
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3 days |
| Insubordination |
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3 days |
| Cutting class (3rd) |
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3 days |
| Harassment of another student (2nd) |
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See policy |
| Damage to property including school/staff/student |
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3 days |
| Violation of smoking policy (3rd) and subsequent offenses |
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3 days |
| Drugs/Alcohol (1st) |
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5 days + |
| Assault and battery |
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5 days |
| Pulling false fire alarm |
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5 days |
| Accumulation of 24 deteentions (plus conference w/principal w/rec., which could include reinstatement, long term suspension, withdrawal or expulsion) |
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5 days |
| Accumulation of 30 detentions |
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5 days |
| Behavior endangering health and safety |
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5 days |
| Possession of drugs/weapon or assault on school personnel (See GDRSD policy) |
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Subject to Ed Reform act of 1993 |