DIOCESAN POLICY CONCERNING WEAPONS

Students may never bring a weapon of any type to school or to a school sponsored activity. A weapon brought to school by a student, e.g., a gun of any nature, ammunition for a gun or anything of a defensive or threatening nature such as, but not limited to, knives, clubs, mace, etc. is to be considered a very serious offense. Any student found in violation of this policy will be dealt with as follows:

1. The circumstances will be investigated with the student and all parties involved.

2. Parents will be immediately notified of the event's seriousness.

3. In accordance with the PA Crime Code, section 912, the local police will be notified and the student will be immediately suspended into the custody of a parent or guardian. The Diocesan Superintendent will be notified.

4. As a result of the investigation, the student is liable to further disciplinary action and/or expulsion.

Notre Dame Elementary has zero tolerance for possession of weapons or drugs. Serious threats either in writing or spoken will not be tolerated.