The School Committee recognizes that acts of
vandalism committed against public and private property are costly and require
positive action through educational programs. Consequently, the Committee will
support various programs aimed at reducing the amount of vandalism.
Every citizen of the City, staff members,
students, and members of the police department are urged by the School
Committee to cooperate in reporting any incidents of vandalism to property
under control of the school department, and the name(s) of the person or
persons believed to be responsible. Each employee will report to the Principal of
the school every incident of vandalism known to them and, if known, the names
of those responsible.
The Superintendent is authorized to sign a
criminal complaint and to press charges against perpetrators of vandalism
against school property, and is further authorized to delegate, as they see
fit, authority to sign such complaints and to press charges.
Parents/guardians and students will be made aware
of the legal implications involved. Reimbursement will be sought for all or
part of any damages.