has dropped out of school without graduating and has remained out of school for ten consecutive days;
had ten or more school days of unexcused absences in the current academic year or ten or more school days of unexcused absences in the previous academic year; OR has been found in violation by a hearing officer, panel, or tribunal of one of the following offenses, has received a change in placement for committing one of the following offenses, or has waived his or her right to a hearing and pleaded guilty to one of the following offenses: A. threatening, striking or causing bodily harm to a teacher or other school personnel.
B. possession or sale or drugs or alcohol on school property or at a school sponsored event.
C. possession or use of a weapon on school property or at a school sponsored event.
D. any sexual offense prohibited under Chapter 6 of Title 16.
E. causing substantial physical or visible bodily harm to or seriously disfiguring another person, including another student.
The mission of the BOOST is to create an identity, support and encouragement for those of who might be at risk of dropping out. Resources for students, family, and schools are also available.
