5513 - CARE OF DISTRICT PROPERTY

Basic to the philosophy of the Board is respect for the rights of others. Students are urged to exercise this respect in regard to the belongings of others, including District property. Each student should realize that vandalism to District property is costly to repair.

Attempts should be made to teach students respect for property which can be done in connection with the care of textbooks and the use of District materials and equipment.

In accordance with the law, students who cause damage to District property shall be subject to disciplinary measures including suspension and expulsion. Also, their parents shall be financially liable for such damage to the extent of the law except that students over eighteen (18) years of age or older shall be liable for damage they cause.

The Board authorizes the imposition of fines for the loss, damage, or destruction of District-owned, borrowed, or leased equipment, computing devices, school records, apparatus, musical instruments, library materials, and textbooks, and for damage to District buildings or facilities. (See Policy 6152 - Student Fees, Fines, and Charges.)

The District Administrator may report to the appropriate authorities any student whose damage of District property has been serious or chronic in nature. Any such referral shall be consistent with Policy 5540 - The Schools and Governmental Agencies.

Revised 11/15/21

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