District Policies
- 100 Series - School District
- 200 Series - School Board
- 300 Series - Administration
- 400 Series - Employees - Personnel
- 500 Series - Students
- 600 Series - Education Programs
- 700 Series - NonInstructional Operations and Business Services
- 800 Series - Building and Sites
- 900 Series - School District - Community Relations
- Electronic Devices Procedures
100 Series - School District
200 Series - School Board
201 - Legal Status of the School Board
203 - Operations of the School Board - Procedures; Governing and Specific Rules of Order
203.2 - Order of the Regular School Board Meeting
203.5 - School Board Meeting Agenda
204 - School Board Meeting Minutes
205 - Open Meetings and Closed Meetings
206 - Public Participation in School Board Meetings and Hearings
208 - Development, Adoption and Implementation of Policies
210 - Conflict of Interest - School Board Members
211 - Criminal or Civil Action Against School Board
300 Series - Administration
400 Series - Employees - Personnel
401 - Equal Employment Opportunity
402 - Disability Nondiscrimination
403 - Discipline Suspension and Dismissal of School District Employees
404 - Employment Background Checks
406 - Public and Private Personnel Data
410 - Family and Medical Leave Policy
413 - Harassment and Violence Free Schools
414- Mandated Reporting of Child Neglect or Abuse
415 - Mandated Reporting of Maltreatment of Vulnerable Adults
416 - Drug, Alcohol, and Cannabis Testing
418 - Drug Free Workplace Drug Free School
419 - Tobacco Free Environment
420 - Students and Employees with Sexually Transmitted Infections
421 - Gifts to Employees and School Board
422 - Policies Incorporated by Reference
423 - Employee Student Relationships
427 - Workload Limits for Certain Special Education Teachers
HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE REPORT FORM
Independent School District No. 286 maintains a firm policy prohibiting all forms of discrimination. Harassment or violence against students or employees or groups of students or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression, or disability is strictly prohibited. All persons are to be treated with respect and dignity. Harassment or violence on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression, or disability by any pupil, teacher, administrator, or other school personnel, which create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
500 Series - Students
502–Search of Student Lockers Desks Personal Possessions and Students Person
505–Distribution of Non-school Sponsored Materials on School Premises by Students and Employees
506–Student Discipline Complaint Form
-BCCS Discipline Complaint Form
509–Enrollment of NonResident Students
512–School Sponsored Student Publications and Activities
514–Bullying Prohibition Policy
515–Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records
516–Student Medication and Telehealth
519–Interviews of Students by Outside Agencies
521–Student Disability Nondiscrimination
522 TITLE IX Sex Nondiscrimination Policy, Grievance Procedure and Process
524 - Internet, Technology, And Cell Phone Acceptable Use and Safety Policy
524.5 - Personal Electronic Communication Devices
525 Violence Prevention (Applicable to Students and Staff)
529–Staff Notification of Violent Behavior by Students
532 - Use of Peace Officers and Crisis Teams to Remove Students with IEPs
HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE REPORT FORM
Independent School District No. 286 maintains a firm policy prohibiting all forms of discrimination. Harassment or violence against students or employees or groups of students or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression, or disability is strictly prohibited. All persons are to be treated with respect and dignity. Harassment or violence on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression, or disability by any pupil, teacher, administrator, or other school personnel, which create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
600 Series - Education Programs
601 – School District Curriculum and Instruction Goals
602 – Organization of School Calendar and School Day
604 – Instructional Curriculum
606 – Textbooks and Instructional Materials
609 – Religion and Religious and Cultural Observances
612.1 – Development of Parent Involvement Policies for Title I Programs
614 - School District Testing Plan and Procedure
616 - School District System Accountability
700 Series - NonInstructional Operations and Business Services
701–Establishment and Adoption of School District Budget
701.1–Modification of School District Budget
704- Development and Maintenance of an Inventory of Fixed Assets and a Fixed Asset Accounting System
709–Student Transportation Safety Policy
710–Extracurricular Transportation
711–Video Recording on School Buses
712–Video Surveillance Other Than On Buses
721–Uniform Grant Guidance Regarding Federal Revenue Sources
722- Public Data Requests / 722- Public Data Request Form
798- Post Issuance Compliance Policy
800 Series - Building and Sites
900 Series - School District - Community Relations
Electronic Devices Procedures
Brooklyn Center Community Schools has instituted an Electronic Devices Procedures (including cell phones, earbuds, smart watches, etc.). These procedures are instituted to be in compliance with Minnesota State Statute and we believe they will create a productive and positive classroom environment, enhance student mental health, improve academic performance, and support effective teaching.
WHY do we require personal electronic devices to be off and put away during school?
Relationships: In order to learn in the classroom, students must be connected to one another and to the instructional staff. Research and recent experiences have determined that student access to cell phones distracts from the learning environment and creates a significant barrier to the interactions and connections crucial to rich, relationship-based learning.
Focus: Cell phones and personal digital devices are NOT required resources for students at school. Students learn best when they are “present” and engaged in the learning activities and interactions from moment to moment. Research has determined that cell phone use and the proximity of cell phone availability and access for students during class distract learning.
Safety: We acknowledged that families may choose to have students carry cell phones for various safety reasons; however, cell phones as vehicles for social media access and use have proven detrimental to our school community. Rather than calling or texting students on their cell phones, parents and guardians should utilize the school phone number to relay any messages that may be urgent for their child.
Expectations for Grades Pre-K - 5th Grade
Any preschool through Grade 5 student at Brooklyn Center Elementary School will keep their cell phones and personal electronic devices in their backpacks and "AWAY FOR THE DAY".
Expectations for Grades 6-8
Any middle school student (grades 6-8) at Brooklyn Center Middle School will keep their cell phones and personal electronic devices in their backpacks and "AWAY FOR THE DAY".
Cell Phone Expectations for Grades 9-12
Any high school student (grades 9-12) at Brooklyn Center High School and the Early College Academy will have "LIMITED ACCESS" to their cell phones and electronic devices throughout the school day. High School students may use their cell phones and electronic devices during passing time and their lunch period.
Consequences for Violating Electronic Device Procedures
What Can Parents and Guardians Do To Support The electronic devices Procedures?
- Parents and guardians can reinforce the expectation that students comes to school for classroom learning and a positive schooling experience that is not dependent or related to personal devices.
- Rather than calling or texting students on their cell phones, parents and guardians should utilize the school phone number to relay any messages that may be urgent for their child.
Front office contact Information
Brooklyn Center Elementary School
Brooklyn Center Middle and High School
Early College Academy
If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to your principal or school administrative team.