NORTH ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM (NOCROP)

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administrator, the employee may report the complaint or his/her observation of the incident to the non- discrimination coordinator or the Superintendent or designee, who shall investigate the complaint. The supervisor or administrator to whom a complaint of sexual harassment is reported shall immediately investigate the complaint. Where the supervisor or administrator finds that sexual harassment occurred, he/she shall take prompt, appropriate action to end the harassment and address its effects on the victim. The supervisor or administrator shall also advise the victim of any other remedies that may be available. The supervisor or administrator shall file a report with the Superintendent or designee and refer the matter to law enforcement authorities, where requested. The Superintendent or designee shall maintain a record of all reported cases of sexual harassment to enable the ROP to monitor, address, and prevent repetitive harassing behavior in its classes. All complaints and allegations of sexual harassment shall be kept confidential except as necessary to carry out the investigation or take other subsequent necessary action. Student Attendance Board Policy 5112 Consistent school attendance is essential to a student's success in ROP and employment. To facilitate students' successful transition from school to work or continued education, it is necessary that student attendance in ROP classes meet workplace attendance expectations. Attendance standards shall be incorporated into all instructional programs. Student Awards for Achievement Board Policy 5126 The Governing Board recognizes excellence as a goal for all students and wishes to publicly recognize students for unique or exemplary achievements. The purpose of such awards shall be consistent with ROP goals. Student awards may include verbal recognition, a letter, a certificate, a Board resolution, a public ceremony, trophy, gift, plaque, or cash gift. Student Conduct Board Policy 5131 and Administrative Regulation 5131 The Governing Board believes that all students have the right to be educated in a positive learning environment free from disruptions. Students shall be expected to exhibit appropriate conduct at all times that does not infringe upon the rights of others or interfere with the educational mission of the ROP. Behavior is considered appropriate when students are diligent in study, professional in appearance, careful with ROP property, and courteous and respectful towards their instructors, other staff, other students, and volunteers. Prohibited student conduct includes but is not limited to: 1. Behavior that endangers other students and/or staff; 2. Behavior that disrupts the orderly classroom or school environment; 3. Harassment of any kind toward other students or staff, including verbal, physical, psychological, and/or sexual, such as derogatory remarks or gestures, unwanted sexual remarks or actions, bullying, and/or other intimidating behaviors; 4. Damage to or theft of property belonging to the ROP, staff, or other students; 5. Possession, use, or sale of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs; 6. Possession or use of laser pointers, unless used for a valid instructional or other school -related purpose, including employment (Penal Code 417.27); Prior to bringing a laser pointer on school premises, students shall first obtain written permission from their instructor. The instructor shall determine whether the requested use of the laser pointer is for a valid instructional or other school -related purpose. 7. Profane, vulgar, or abusive language; 8. Plagiarism or dishonesty in class work or on tests; FIE