STUDENTS DUE PROCESS RIGHTS

In situations involving discipline or other consequential action, the Chicopee Public School district acknowledges its responsibility to afford due process and timely resolution to proceedings, as mandated by state and federal statute and the regulations of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.  For all actions, students have the right to be informed of the charges or the issues, to be given an opportunity to respond and to be apprised of the outcome and any applicable appeal procedures.

The specific responsibility of the district regarding due process is dependent upon the action under consideration by the district in any given situation.  Procedures to address specific mandates are outlined accordingly throughout Section J.

In addition to procedures specifically stated, the district supports the efforts of students and parents/guardians in directing a student’s specific, programmatic, and/or procedural concerns to appropriate staff throughout the system.