Student Handbook and Code of Conduct Workshop | Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals (VASSP)
Program Description
This one-day workshop provides participants with an overview of laws that impact student discipline as well as annual changes in state law that impact the operation of public schools. Participants also have an opportunity to examine a variety of student handbooks developed in other school divisions.
Virginia Standard(s) Addressed
ISLLC Standards 3 & 6
Program Goals and Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will learn how to:
- demonstrate an understanding of the Code of Virginia in reference to student discipline.
- demonstrate an understanding of new state laws that will impact public schools.
Program Format
General session with large group presentation.
Target Audience
Middle and high school principals and assistant principals, student activity directors, and central office personnel responsible for student handbooks.
Self-Selection and/or Identification Through School Division
One-day workshop. After the workshop, participants may contact the VASSP Center for Educational Leadership at Lynchburg College (434.544.8444) or rjones@vassp.org for follow-up assistance.
Duration of Program
One-day conference with large group sessions focusing on identified topics. Participants may contact Michael Newman, VASSP Division of Student Leadership, for follow-up assistance at cmnewman@vassp.org.
Outcomes Measured
Outcomes are measured by the school divisions that support the attendance of the participants.
Program Evaluation
Each participant completes a conference evaluation form providing feedback to VASSP for use in future conferences.
Contact Information
VASSP Executive Director Dr. Randy Barrack can be reached at rbarrack@vassp.org or via phone 804.288.2777.