Littleton Public Schools Policy

Policy Code    ECAC Policy Name    Vandalism Adoption            July 2, 1984 Revised              August 18, 1992

The school system’s buildings and grounds are built and maintained with taxes levied on the community’s taxpayers, and all damage caused must be paid for in the same way. Therefore, every citizen of the District, students, and members of law enforcement are urged by the Board of Education to cooperate in reporting any incidents of vandalism to property belonging to the District and the name of the person or persons believed to be responsible. Each employee of the District shall report to the principal of the school every incident of vandalism known to him, and, if known, the name of those responsible.

The Superintendent, the principal, or their designee is authorized to sign a criminal complaint against persons suspected of vandalism against school property.

Students who willfully or maliciously destroy school property through vandalism or arson or who create a hazard to the safety of other people on school property may be referred to law enforcement authorities. Students who are caught vandalizing school property may be suspended and/or expelled. The Board of Education considers participation in school sanctioned programs and activities to be a privilege. As a consequence of students vandalizing District property, they may be denied participation in school activities/programs during or after the period of suspension and/or expulsion.

The Superintendent is authorized to seek damages as permitted by law from students and/or their parents or guardians, who vandalize school property.

Legal Reference: C.R.S. 13-21-107

Cross Reference:         GBGB, Staff Personal Security and Safety

                           JKD/JKE, Suspension/Expulsion of Students