Student Discipline
/ˈstuː.dənt ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn/
Definitions
- (n.) The policies and procedures governing the behavioral conduct of students within educational institutions.
The school board revised its student discipline code to address bullying more effectively.
- (n.) The legal framework under which schools administer sanctions or corrective measures for student misconduct.
Student discipline policies must comply with constitutional due process requirements.
Forms
- student discipline
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clearly distinguishing between administrative policies and legal safeguards in student discipline helps avoid ambiguities over procedural rights.
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