KI - Visitors to Schools

Code:  KI

VISITORS TO SCHOOLS AND SCHOOL EVENTS

It is the policy of the Board to encourage parents and other citizens of the district to visit classrooms occasionally to gain insight into the educational experience and better understand the work of our schools. The Board believes there is no better way for the public to learn what the schools are actually doing.

In order to assure that no unauthorized person enter the buildings with wrongful intent, all visitors to the schools are required to check in at the school office to declare the purpose of their visit, obtain clearance for building entry, and receive assistance to ensure that their visit is efficient and meaningful. This practice will not apply when parents have been invited to an assembly or other school program.

To minimize class disruption, parents or citizens wishing to observe a classroom during school hours are encouraged to arrange sessions in advance with the principal and teacher. Teachers are expected not to take class time to discuss individual matters with visitors, ensuring that classroom activities remain focused on student learning.

Principals are authorized to refuse entry onto school grounds and into school facilities to persons who do not have legitimate business at the school and to request any unauthorized person or persons engaging in unacceptable conduct or any conduct which will or could interfere with the educational program to leave the school grounds.

The superintendent or the designee is authorized to request assistance of law enforcement officers in cases of emergency or difficulty in getting persons to comply with this policy and the superintendent or the designee is authorized to seek prosecution to the full extent of the law when persons violate the provisions of the district policy regarding visitation, damage to school property, loitering, or disruptive activity.

Attending School Events: Behavior Expectations

All visitors and attendees will:

●     Demonstrate our district values while attending any school sponsored event, including but not limited to athletic contests, music concerts, award assemblies, and other extracurricular activities.

● Adhere to all school policies and guidelines, including those related to safety, security, and event-specific rules.

● Display good sportsmanship, refraining from engaging in disrespectful or disruptive actions. 

● Engage in positive and constructive communication, avoiding the use of offensive language, gestures, or any form of harassment.

● Refrain from approaching coaches or sponsors immediately before, during, or after an event with concerns. Instead, concerns should be addressed at a later time through pre-arranged meetings (see protocol below).

Attending School Events: Resolution of Concerns

To address concerns, parents/guardians or other individuals may request a meeting with the coach/sponsor at a mutually agreed-upon time at least 24 hours following an event. All communication, including expressions of concern, are to be conducted in a respectful and positive manner to facilitate constructive dialogue. If concerns persist or cannot be resolved at the coach or sponsor level, the activities director or school principal will provide additional support and intervention as needed.

Attending School Events: Consequences for Violation of Behavior Expectations

In the event that parents or other attendees violate the behavior expectations outlined for school events, a range of consequences may be applied. These consequences are designed to address the severity or frequency of the behavior and may include, but are not limited to:

●     Receiving a verbal or written warning from school administration, emphasizing the need for immediate improvement.

● Being asked to leave the event temporarily or permanently.

● Losing the privilege to communicate directly with coaches or sponsors.

● Receiving a ban from attending future events. This decision will be made in consultation with the superintendent and may extend to a specific duration or be permanent.

Adoption Date: 11/19/80

Amended Date: 10/23/14

Amended Date: 1/16/24