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2022-2023 EWCSD Suspension Count
DataQuest provides meaningful data and statistics about California's TK/K-12 public educational system that supports a wide variety of informational, research, and policy needs.
DataQuest provides meaningful data and statistics about California's TK/K-12 public educational system that supports a wide variety of informational, research, and policy needs.
Parent or Guardian Liability for Willful Pupil Misconduct
California Education Code (EC) Section 48904(a)(1) provides that the parent or guardian of a minor is liable for all damages caused by the willful misconduct of the minor that results in the injury or death of any pupil, school district or private school employee, or school volunteer. The parent or guardian is also liable for damages to real or personal property belonging to the school district or private school, or personal property belonging to a school employee, resulting from the willful misconduct of the minor. The liability of the parent or guardian shall not exceed $10,000, adjusted for inflation per EC Section 48904(a)(1).
California Education Code (EC) Section 48904(a)(1) provides that the parent or guardian of a minor is liable for all damages caused by the willful misconduct of the minor that results in the injury or death of any pupil, school district or private school employee, or school volunteer. The parent or guardian is also liable for damages to real or personal property belonging to the school district or private school, or personal property belonging to a school employee, resulting from the willful misconduct of the minor. The liability of the parent or guardian shall not exceed $10,000, adjusted for inflation per EC Section 48904(a)(1).
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Educators' Rights and Responsibilities Regarding Discipline and Safety
FAQ
FAQ
School Suspensions
- What student behaviors can result in a suspension?
- How long can a student be suspended?
- Is a teacher required to provide school work for a suspended student?
- What is an in-school suspension?
Classroom Suspensions
- For what behaviors can a student be suspended from a classroom?
- What is the procedure for a classroom suspension?
- Where does a student go when suspended from a classroom?
Referrals to the Principal
- For what behaviors can a student be referred to the principal ("sent to the office")?
- What can a teacher expect from the principal?
- What interventions are available to the principal for addressing improper behavior?