Durant Public School District

The Durant Public School District is committed to providing a safe environment wherein students can learn and teachers can provide focused instruction. safe learning climate supports high academic achievement and fosters the best in students and staff. o promote safe schools throughout the district, the school board has adopted the following policy... on school bags: Effective July 1, 2008, all school bags (including book bags, backpacks, satchels, etc.) must be constructed of a clear plastic or mesh material so that their contents are clearly visible.Only school bags meeting this standard will be allowed in school buildings and on school grounds. Admission to school shall not be denied to a student because of noncompliance with this policy; however, the student will be counseled so that the cause/s of noncompliance can be determined and resolved. This policy is part of the district's overall effort to prevent school violence and to provide safe schools for our students, staff, and community. NOTE:The effective date of this policy following board adoption should provide sufficient time for students and parents to be well-informed and for local stores to stock adequate supplies of school bags meeting the standard of this policy.Read More