The right to privacy is a fundamental tenet of human liberty. Staff shall take particular care to respect students' privacy. At the same time they must protect the health and safety of all students and promote the effective operation of the schools. The principal, the superintendent or other such staff designated by the superintendent shall have the authority to conduct student searches. They shall do so only in the manner prescribed by district policy.

Cross Reference:
Search of Students - Policy 3231
Searches of District Property Including Lockers - Policy 3232

Legal Reference:
Government of schools, pupils, employees, rules and regulations for--To insure optimum learning atmosphere - RCW 28A.58.1011
Bylaws for board and school government - RCW 28A.58.110
Student Rights - WAC 180-40-215

Highline School District 401
Adopted by the Board: July 16, 1986