Littleton Public Schools Policy

Policy Code    JEDB Policy Name    Student Dismissal Precautions Adoption            July 2, 1984 Revised              August 19, 1986

Permission to Leave Grounds During the School Day

A student (kindergarten through eighth grade) shall not be permitted to leave school during the school day (except for lunch) in the custody of a person other than the student’s parent or legal guardian unless that person has the authorization of one of the parents or legal guardians and can identify himself/herself. In all cases, the teacher shall secure the approval of the principal or the person in charge. The principal shall verify the authorization.

Students (all grades) shall not miss classes for errands away from the school grounds except in instances where the activity is related to the course or school activity and with the approval of the principal or assistant principal and permission of the parent.

No student shall be released from school early on the basis of a phone call which has not been validated.

Students of estranged parents shall be released only upon the request of the parent whom the court holds directly responsible for the student and who is the parent or guardian registered on the school record. The principal, or designee, may require presentation of the appropriate court document for verification purposes.

Cross Reference: JH, Student Welfare