JICI Brockton Public Schools School Committee Policy DANGEROUS WEAPONS IN THE SCHOOLS It is the policy of the Brockton Public Schools that no student is allowed to carry or possess, while in school, any weapon or potentially harmful object. Such weapons/objects must be surrendered to the principal. The principal or his/her designee shall determine if: 1. Any Federal, State or local laws have been violated; 2. Any school rules have been violated; and 3. Parental involvement is necessary. In addition, possession of a firearm will be reported to proper authorities for legal action. Possession of any dangerous weapon (real or simulated) in or on school property, at a schoolsponsored or school-related event or activity or on any mode of transportation to or from the aforementioned places or events will result in office referral, parental notification, suspension, and a possible expulsion hearing. Examples of weapons include, but are not limited to, guns, knives, razors, switchblades, screwdrivers, chains, bricks, rocks, rope, etc. J. Students Page 1 of 1 Approved: June 15, 1999; August 20, 2002