As teachers, we have specific rights and responsibilities relative to school safety. SAEA is here to support you in fulfilling these obligations.
If you haven't already, please familiarize yourself with the following sections of the California Ed Code.
- Suspension by Teacher (Ed. Code § 48910) A teacher may suspend a pupil from his/her class or class period, for any act specified in Ed. Code § 48900, for the day of the suspension and the day following. The suspension must be immediately reported to the principal and the student sent to the principal for further action. The teacher must also request a parent/teacher conference as soon as possible. The pupil shall not be returned to the class from which the pupil was suspended without the concurrence of the teacher and principal.
- Notification of Law Enforcement (Ed. Code § 44014) Whenever any school employee is attacked, assaulted, or physically threatened by a pupil, it is the duty of the employee and the supervisor who has knowledge of the incident to promptly report the matter to law enforcement authorities. You should report this to the SAUSD School Police and Santa Ana Police Department or both. Failure to make such a report is an infraction punishable by a fine. Any school employee who attempts to impede the making of a required report is guilty of an infraction punishable by a fine. No board member or school district employee may impose any sanctions against a person for making this report.
STEPS TO TAKE WHEN REPORTING
For unsafe, unhealthy, or unsanitary conditions:
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Notify your administrator in writing immediately; |
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Notify SAEA’s safety committee using this form: |
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For dangerous situations:
