(cf. 5113 - Absences and Excuses)
The Board finds that school facilities and resources are adequate to serve the lunchtime needs of all of our students. The Board further perceives that a closed campus benefits students by encouraging them to participate in school activities, rather than following other pursuits which may not be in their best interests. The requirement to keep students on campus is part of the Board's efforts to maintain a safe school climate and to reduce afternoon absenteeism.
The administration shall provide educational, recreational, organizational, and social opportunities for students during the lunch period. Students who have finished eating shall always have a quiet place to read or study.
(cf. 6145 - Extracurricular and Cocurricular Activities)
The Superintendent or designee shall design a system of identification and passes appropriate for use at each school. Each high school principal shall be expected to enforce mechanisms whereby all students may be accounted for at all times during the school day.
Student handbooks shall fully explain all rules and disciplinary procedures involved in the maintenance of the closed campus.
Legal Reference
EDUCATION CODE
44808.5 Permission for pupils to leave school grounds; notice
Management Resources:
CDE LEGAL ADVISORIES
0328.09 Duties and liabilities of school counselors
Policy ALHAMBRA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
adopted: September 9, 1997 Alhambra, California