Students who have violated their school's code of conduct may face suspension from the school, extracurricular activities, after-school programs, or athletic events that they otherwise are eligible to participate in. The student must remain off school grounds and is prohibited from attending school events during the suspension period. In order to address such behavioral issues, [...]

Yes, it is legal under New York State Education Law §3214. Under New York State Education Law §3214, a student may be suspended for up to 5 days if misconduct is alleged. During that time, a hearing must be scheduled, and the student must be provided notice of the misconduct they are charged with. On [...]

Generally, yes. However, it is best to consult with an attorney that handles student suspension hearings before deciding whether to attend the informal conference, as specific issues may arise. There is a benefit to attending an informal conference with the principal. Such an advantage would be that this event would allow the student an opportunity [...]

Any public-school student who, after a hearing, is determined to have brought a weapon to school shall be suspended for a period of not less than one calendar year. Additionally, the child may be charged with a criminal offense and referred for a juvenile delinquency or juvenile offender proceeding. It is a class E felony [...]

DASA stands for Dignity For All Students' Act. This anti-bullying legislation passed in New York requires schools to provide all students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, school buses, or other school functions. This law also requires schools to take preventive actions against bullying [...]

A public-school student determined by a hearing to have brought a gun or a dangerous weapon on school grounds is subject to suspension for at least one (1) calendar year. In addition, the student may be charged with a criminal offense and referred for a juvenile delinquency or offender proceeding as possessing a weapon or [...]

Yes. In some instances, an agreement can be reached with the school regarding the appropriate discipline that should be imposed against your child. In those instances, a written agreement to certain terms such as a specific suspension period, agreement to attend counseling, and/or complete community service is signed by the school, the student's parents, and [...]

Yes. A student may be subject to discipline or suspension for off-campus conduct that endangers the health or safety of students or staff, creates a risk of substantial disruption to school operations, or will otherwise adversely affect the educational process. Some of the actions that occur off school property that can lead to a school-mandated [...]

Yes. A student or a student's parent can file a written appeal to the Board of Education within thirty (30) days of the Hearing Officer's decision. If the Board of Education upholds the Hearing Officer's decision, the student or the student's parent may file an appeal to the New York State Commissioner of Education within [...]