Board Policy

Gang Intimidation - JHCAA

Related policies: JCAC, JCDA, JCDBB and JDD

Adopted by the Board: 12/10/2001

Revised by the Board: 02/08/2016, 02/08/2021

Gang intimidation is the communication of any threat of personal injury to another, actual personal injury to another, or any threat of or actual damage to another’s property based on gang affiliation. Gang intimidation on school owned or operated property; at school-sponsored activities, programs, or events, or which disrupt the school environment is prohibited.

Disciplinary action may be taken against any student for participating in gang intimidation or causing and/or participating in gang-related activities on school owned or operated property or at school-sponsored activities, programs, or events. District staff may be provided inservice training regarding gang behavior and characteristics to facilitate identification of students involved in gang activities.