6.2.5 Matrix for Behavior Requiring Intensive Intervention

The SAP Team will convene as soon as possible after an incident to create a long term plan based on data review and utilizing research-based interventions.  Some of these offenses require Required suspension and expulsion referral.  These include possession of a firearm or explosive, brandishing a knife, selling drugs or sexual battery or sexual assault.  (CA Education Code 48915(c)). 

Principal Determination of Safety: Additionally, if the principal determines that there is a danger to persons, s/he may suspend on a first offense.   Notwithstanding suspension or expulsion referral, the school or county community school serving the student should still refer to this guide to identify appropriate interventions and supports. 

CA Education Code 48915(a) (causing serious physical injury, possession of knife or other dangerous object, robbery or extortion, assault or battery of a school employee); CA Education Code 48900 (b) (possession, use or sale of firearm, knife or other dangerous object), (c) (drug sales); (n) (sexual assault/battery); (q) (hazing), CA Education Code 48900.3 (hate violence); or CA Education Code 48900.7 (terroristic threats).  The principal must use their discretion to determine whether a particular offense that does not require Required suspension (such as hazing, robbery or extortion or possession of knife or other dangerous object) is an actual safety risk that requires intensive intervention, or can be handled under the Primary Matrix, depending on the particular circumstances.

For special populations (special education, probation, foster/homeless, English learner, African American or other most disproportionately disciplined): See chapter 6.2.6.