GENERAL INFORMATION
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1. BOARD APPROVAL
This Student Discipline Code was adopted by the Knox County Board of Education on February 12, 1996, and a
revised copy was submitted to the Board for review and approval on June 15, 2020.
2. NON-DISCRIMINATORYAPPROVAL
Students, their parents, and employees of the Knox County School System are hereby notified this school district
does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sex, or disability in
educational programs or activities or in employment as set forth in Title V, Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504. Any person
having inquiries concerning Knox County School System compliance with any of the above is directed to contact the
following individuals at the Knox County Board of Education, 200 Daniel Boone Drive, Barbourville, Kentucky 40906:
Special Education Director for Section 504; Federal Programs Director for Title VI; or PD Coordinator for Title IX.
Las escuelas públicas del condado de Knox (KCPS) no discriminan sobre la base de raza, color, nacionalidad u origen étnico, edad,
sexo, afiliación política, religión, condición de veterano del ejército ni discapacidad en sus programas y actividades dentro o fuera de
la propiedad escolar durante las actividades patrocinadas por la escuela, y ofrece igualdad de acceso a sus instalaciones a Niños
Exploradores y otros grupos de jóvenes designados. Asimismo, el distrito no discrimina sobre la base de la orientación sexual o la
identidad de género.
3. ANNUAL ORIENTATION
Annual orientation of the code will be conducted as follows:
A. Principals will review the code with all teachers at their respective schools prior to the beginning day for
students.
B. Teachers/counselors will orient all students at respective schools at the beginning of each year.
C. Teachers will distribute a copy of the code to all students, review and discuss the code with the students
and request that the students take the copy of the code home with them to discuss with their parents.
D. Principals will assure that all students receive the code of conduct and that verification forms are on file.
4. PROCEDURES FOLLOWED IN DEVELOPING THE HANDBOOK
The Knox County Board of Education authorized the Superintendent to develop the handbook by following the
State Department of Education guidelines.
5. NAME AND MAILING ADDRESS OF SUPERINTENDENT:
Kelly Sprinkles, Superintendent of Schools, 200 Daniel Boone Drive, Barbourville, Kentucky 40906, (606-546-3157).
6. POLICY STATEMENT
The Board of Education's primary concern is that all students can learn in an environment that is conducive to
learning and that disciplinary means be employed when individuals attempt to destroy or deny such an environment. A
code of conduct applicable to all students has been developed to enhance this environment.
The code of conduct provides for consistent treatment for all students, fairness as required by constitutional due
process, an atmosphere of open communications, clearly understood rules, and the encouragement of behavior which
will enable students to develop to their fullest potential. It is expected that sound, fair and equitable judgment will be
used by all concerned in the application of this code of conduct.
Compliance with the standards of this code is necessary to provide:
• Orderly operation of the schools;
• A safe environment for students, district employees and visitors to the schools;
• Opportunities for students to achieve at a high academic level in a productive learning environment;
• Assistance for students at risk of failure or of engaging in disruptive behavior;
• Regular attendance of students; and
• Protection of property.
This Code applies to all students in the District while at school, on their way to and from school, while on the bus or
other District vehicle, and while they are participating in school-sponsored trips and activities. The
Superintendent/designee is responsible for its implementation and application throughout the District. The Principal
is responsible for administration and implementation of this Code within his/her school in a uniform and fair manner