Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to foster a physically, emotionally, and cognitively safe learning environment for students, staff, and community. This shall include the following components:

1. (1) Creating a safe school environment that addresses the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of the parents, students, staff, and the community by openly addressing and resolving potential safety issues;
2. (2) Establishing and communicating clear and consistent expectations regarding staff and student conduct;
3. (3) Utilizing fair, effective, and supporting practices in establishing student behavior management; and
4. (4) Using effective conflict resolution skills to resolve challenges in a timely manner.

Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1 , 13-3-69(7).

Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1 , 13-3-47 , 13-3-68 , 13-3-69.