Policy No. 7400 Visitors on District & School Property
Visitors on District and School Property
Recognizing the positive impact that family and community involvement has on a student’s success, it is the board’s paramount objective to provide a safe and inviting working and learning environment for all students and employees, in which disruptions to instructional time are minimized. All district properties are dedicated to the purpose of providing education, services, and programs to students. The district has the right and responsibility to control access to all district properties. Visitor access, including by parents and legal guardians, may be limited or denied at any time if, in the reasonable judgment of the superintendent or district/school administrator, the visitor's presence may be disruptive to the educational or learning environment or otherwise poses a threat to the well-being of the district’s students and employees.
The Cache County Board of Education directs the superintendent to create and enforce procedures that will enhance student and employee safety; and implement consistent procedures governing access to all district properties.
Legal References:
United States Code: Sections 1232g and 1h; and the Federal Regulations (34 C.F.R., Part 99) The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act
Utah Code: 53-5-704 Bureau duties -- Permit to carry concealed firearm -- Certification for concealed firearms instructor -- Requirements
for issuance -- Violation -- Denial, suspension, or revocation
Utah Code: 53-5-705 Temporary permit to carry concealed firearm -- Denial, suspension, or revocation
Utah Code: 53A-13-301 Application of state and federal law to the administration and operation of public schools
Utah Code: 53G-8-506 Reporting of prohibited acts affecting a school
Utah Code: 53G-8-602 Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages at school or school sponsored activities
Utah Code: 53G-8-603 Criminal Trespass Upon School Property
Utah Code: 76-9-102 Disorderly Conduct
Utah Code: 76-9-106 Disrupting the Operation of a School
Utah Code: 76-9-701 Intoxication - Release of arrested person or placement in a detoxification center
Utah Code: 76-10-306 Explosive, chemical, or incendiary device and parts Utah Code: 76-10-505.5 Possession of a dangerous weapon, firearm, or short barreled shotgun on or about school premises
Utah Code: 76-10-523 Persons exempt from weapons laws
Utah Code: 77-27-21.7 Sex Offenders restrictions
Utah Code: 77-27-21.8 Sex Offender in Presence of a Child
Synopsis:
The Cache County Board of Education welcomes and encourages parents/legal guardians, authorized volunteers, and community partners to visit any district property; to participate in activities, and to attend district-sponsored events. The board believes that the involvement of parents and community members is vital to the development of a better understanding of the district's programs and welcomes their support.
Approved by the Board of Education: February 15, 2024