This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to extend the authority and disciplinary measures outlined in 18A-5-1 to include children enrolled in elementary schools. Previously, the provisions primarily applied to students in grades six through twelve. The new legal language added specifies that the section now applies to elementary school students, thereby ensuring that the same standards for behavior and disciplinary actions are uniformly enforced across all grade levels.

The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining a conducive learning environment by allowing teachers to exclude students for disorderly conduct and requiring principals to communicate with teachers regarding exclusions. It also mandates that county boards adopt policies that promote alternative disciplinary practices and provide training for school personnel. The overarching goal is to create a structured framework for managing student behavior that includes preventive measures and encourages parental involvement, ultimately aiming to reduce classroom disruptions and improve educational outcomes for all students.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18A-5-1