Union Public Schools

The Board Policy Book contains policies established by the Board of Education which govern the Union Public Schools District. Policies are reviewed regularly and recommendations are considered for approval by the Board as necessary.

View Entire Board Policy Book in one PDF here.

The Board Policy Book is divided into five sections:

I. School District

II. Administration

III. Business

IV. Personnel

V. Students

Click on the links below to access a PDF copy of a particular policy

I. School District

	1000	Board of Education Meetings
	1005	Parent Booster Club/PTA Sanctioning
	1050	Flyers, Posters/Signs, Brochures, and Promotional Materials
	1101	Oklahoma Open Records Act
	1102	Student Directory Information
	1103	Student Records
	1150	Board of Education Committees
	1200	Comparability of Services
	1350	Use of School Facilities
	1370	Transportation
	1450	School Visitations/Visitor Check In
	1455	Interference with the Peaceful Conduct of District Activities
	1456	Restrictions on the Presence of Sex Offenders on School Property
	1500	Tobacco-Free Schools
	1550	Naming/Renaming of District Facilities
	1600	Technology Utilization
	1601	Internet Acceptable Use
	1602	Network and Internet Security
	1603	Computer Security
	1604	Passwords
	1610	Social Media Guidelines and Requirements
	1650	School Mail
	1651	Electronic Communications
	1655	Automated Calls and Messages
	1700	Trademarks and Trade Names
	1750	Research Authorization
	1800	Board of Education Organization
	1840	Diversity Equity and Inclusion
	1850	Religion in the Schools
	1860	Emergency Drills
	1870	Safety and Security
	1900	Charter School Proposals
	1950	Community Schools
	1955	Districtwide Parental Involvement (Parents' Bill of Rights)
	1960	Service Animals
	1970	Medical Marijuana
	1975	Use of Multiple Occupancy Restrooms and Changing Areas

II. Administration

	2035	Conflict of Interest-Board of Education
	2036	Conflict of Interest-Real Estate Purchase or Sale/Building Contractor
	2050	Superintendent of Schools
	2055	Definition of Administrator and Personnel Exempt from the Bargaining Unit

III. Business

	3010	Purchasing and Procurement
	3015	Recycling and Recycled Goods Procurement
	3025	Financial Management Goals/Priority Objectives
	3050	Annual Budget
	3060	Ending Fund Balance
	3075	Financial Accounting and Reporting
	3077	Continuing Disclosure Administrative Procedures
	3080	Activity Funds, Fund Raising, Crowdfunding, Grants, Donations
	3081	Raffles
	3100	Selection of Auditors
	3150	Asset Management
	3175	Investments
	3200	Travel Expense Approval, Documentation, and Reimbursement
	3300	Contractor Criminal Compliance Assurance

IV. Personnel

	4000	Non-discriminatory Personnel Policies
	4001	Negotiated Policy Booklets
	4002	Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
	4005	Retirement Contribution
	4008	Personnel Security
	4011	Insurance Benefits
	4012	Section 125 Plan-Child Care/Unreimbursed Medical
	4014	Salary Adjustment for Approved Higher Education Credit
	4015	Professional Development Certification Reimbursement Program
	4016	Optional Employee Benefits and Other Employee Programs
	4017	Universal Availability for Employee Participation in 403(b)/457 Retirement Savings Plans
	4018	Mileage Reimbursement
	4020	Professionalism in Conduct, Communications, and Staff/Student Interactions
	4021	Employee Code of Conduct for Ethical and Legal Compliance
	4022	Tobacco-Free Schools (Employees)
	4025	Communicable Diseases
	4026	Alcohol and Illegal Chemical Substance
	4027	Alcohol and Drug-Free Workplace
	4028	Alcohol and Drug Testing for Bus/CDL Drivers
	4029	Campaign Activities During Regular School Day
	4030	Staff Meetings
	4031	Care of Equipment and Books
	4035	Dress Code
	4038	Evaluation of Administrative Personnel
	4040	Teacher & Leader Effectiveness (TLE) - Evaluation Processes
	4041	Legal Action Against Employee
	4044	Sexual Harassment
	4046	Discrimination/Harassment
	4047	Formal Grievance Procedure for Filing, Processing, and Resolving Alleged Discrimination Complaints
	4048	Criminal History Record Check
	4049	Employee Annual Criminal Record Check
	4052	Reduction in Force
	4054	Anti-Violence
	4055	Suspension, Demotion, Termination, or Non-reemployment of Support Employees
	4056	Possession of Dangerous Weapons
	4057	Conflict of Interest - Employees
	4058	Employment of Family Members
	4059	Teachers Supervising Student Interns
	4060	Substitute Teachers
	4062	Certification, Licensing, and Highly Qualified Status
	4065	Teacher Residency Program
	4076	Benefits, Stipends, Leave-Administrative Employees
	4077	One-Time Stipends
	4078	Administrative Vacation Leave
	4079	Sick Leave Bank and Individual Sick Leave Donation Program
	4080	Sick Leave
	4081	Leave of Absence
	4084	Leave for Jury Service or Civil Duty
	4085	Military Leave
	4086	Family and Medical Leave and Military Family Leave
	4087	Leave for Bereavement or Funeral
	4088	Personal Leave
	4090	Leave Authorization
	4093	ERI_Administrative_Personnel
	4095	Use of Cell Phones While Driving District-Owned or District-Supplied Vehicles
	4097	Workplace Safety
	4098	Teacher-of-the-Year Stipend / Support-Employee-of-the-Year Stipend
	4099	Hiring and Resignations
	4100	Confidentiality of District Information
	4101	Policies Applicable to Employees
	4102	Payment of Employees
	4103	Compliance with Wage and Hour Laws
	4105	Summary of HIPAA Medical Privacy
	4106	Mandatory Direct Deposit
	4110	Calendar Changes Due to Extraordinary Circumstances

V. Students

	5000	Non-discrimination
	5002	Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment
	5003	Homeless Students
	5005	School Age and Child Find
	5007	Wellness
	5008	Medications – Seizure Rescue
	5009	Sports-Related Concussion Management
	5010	Immunizations
	5013	Communicable Diseases
	5015	Contagious Conditions/Head Lice
	5016	Department of Human Services, Law Enforcement, or Mental Health Provider Interviews on School Premises
	5020	Supervision and Dismissal of Students
	5022	Lost/Damaged Textbooks, Library Materials, and Computers/Electronic Devices
	5025	Attendance
	5030	Promotion, Placement, and Retention of Students
	5031	Graduation Requirements
	5032	Weighted Grade and Class Ranking Procedures
	5033	Grading Policy for EL Students
	5035	Progress Reports/Report Cards
	5037	Including Students with Disabilities in State and Districtwide Assessments
	5039	Drugs, Drug Paraphernalia, and Alcohol
	5041	Gang Involvement
	5045	Tobacco/Tobacco Products Use
	5046	Discrimination/Harassment
	5047	Formal Grievance Procedure for Filing, Processing, and Resolving Alleged Discrimination Complaints
	5048	Complaint Procedures for Federal Programs
	5050	Student Behavior
	5051	Student Locker Search
	5052	Cellular Phones/Wireless Telecommunications Devices
	5053	Student Search and Seizure
	5054	Anti-Violence
	5055	Possession of Dangerous Weapons
	5056	Student Bullying Prevention and Intervention
	5060	Student Dress and Performing Groups and Graduation Attire
	5065	Sexual Harassment
	5070	Discipline Procedures for Students with Disabilities
	5200	Eligibility for Participation in Activities & Athletics
	5250	Field Trips
	5300	Class Parties
	5400	Parking & Driving Regulations
	5450	Student Residency
	5500	Student Transfer
	5501	Students Entering from Another School District
	5502	Distribution of Flyers, Brochures, Posters/Signs, and Promotional Materials by Secondary Students
	5503	Gifted/Talented Education
	5504	Extended School Year/Special Education Services
	5505	Credit by Exam and Proficiency-Based Promotion
	5506	Admission of Part-Time Students
	5507	Credit/Placement for Non-Accredited Programs
	5508	Internet-Based Instruction
	5509	Title I Parent and Family Engagement
	5510	Foreign Exchange Students
	5511	Distance Learning
	5520	Suicide & Crisis Intervention
	5550	Materials Selection