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District: Community

Lockers and Locker Searches

by Lupe Kollasch

July 25, 2009

Individual lockers are the property of the school district. Students shall use the locker assigned to them unless the principal approves the use of another one. Padlocks may be used, and the school will provide them upon request. Items of value (money, jewelry, CD players, etc) should not be left in a locker. Such items should be brought to the office for safekeeping. Coats, books, book bags, and other similar items must be stored in the locker.


Each student is responsible for keeping their locker clean and in good repair. Tape is not allowed on the door (inside or outside). Damage caused by misuse will be charged to the student responsible. Locker malfunctions should be reported to the office.

  1. Locker Inspections may be conducted at any time by school officials without any suspicion of wrongdoing by students. Either the student whose locker is being inspected or another person shall be present when a school official conducts a locker inspection. Any contraband (possession of items in violation of law or school rules) that is visible will be confiscated by school officials. Depending on the nature of the contraband, a recommendation for counseling, a parental conference, or medical, or other referral may occur.
  2. Searches: A student, the student’s belongings, locker, or car may be searched by school officials whenever a reasonable suspicion exists that the student has violated or is violating either the law or school rules. The student will be invited to be present for the search when feasible. Any contraband will be confiscated and may be turned over to law enforcement.


From time to time, school officials may patrol the parking lot. Contraband that is visible when a person looks into a vehicle may create reasonable suspicion for further search. The student will be asked to consent to a more thorough search. If consent is refused, a student’s parent/guardian will be contacted for consent. If the apparent contraband is illegal, law enforcement will be contacted.

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