Fighting/Public Affray

Fighting definition and consequences.

Unlawful, intentional touching or application of force to another person, when done in a rude, disrespectful, or angry manner. Two individuals mutually participating in a physical altercation, to include fighting back.

A police report would be written upon request for the parent/victim. Report would charge "Public Affray".

Consequences/Disposition

Elementary

Kindergarten to 3rd

• Utilize intervention strategies
• Do not exceed maximum consequences for 4th-5th Grade.
• General practice for K-3 is a suspension of no more than 3 days for a single incident and no referral to hearing.
• Additional consequences allowed with Associate approval

4th-5th

• Utilize intervention strategies
• 1st Violation - Up to 1 day Suspension
• 2nd Violation - Up to 3 day Suspension
• 3rd Violation - Up to 5 days Suspension & School Contract
• 4th Violation - Up to Long-term Suspension Hearing

Middle/High

• Utilize intervention strategies
• 1st Violation - Up to 3 day Suspension
• 2nd Violation - Up to 5 days Suspension & School Contract
• 3rd Violation - Up to Long-term Suspension Hearing. A total of 3 violations for fighting and/or battery can result in a long term suspension hearing.

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Updated as of July 2026