In extreme cases of misconduct, the principal or school administrator will refer a disciplinary infraction to a disciplinary tribunal. This may result in a long-term suspension, which means expelling the student from school and school functions for the remainder of the semester, the remainder of the year, next school year, or permanent expulsion. If the student and parent agree to the recommended punishment by the school administration, the tribunal hearing may be waived.

[STATE REF.: Georgia Board of Education Policy JDD (Rule 160-4-8-.03) State Standards B 1(1a.8); I 10(1g); J 4.1; J 4.2 LEGAL REF.:O.C.G.A. § 20-2-155(b); 20-2-751 et seq.; 0-2- 1160(a); Goss v. Lopez, 419 U.S. 565, 42 L.Ed.2d 725 (1975)]