8.8—CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES IN DEALING WITH SEX OFFENDERS ON CAMPUS

Individuals who have been convicted of certain sex crimes must register with law enforcement as sex offenders. Arkansas law places restrictions on sex offenders with a Level 1 sex offender having the least restrictions (lowest likelihood of committing another sex crime), and Level 4 sex offenders having the most restrictions (highest likelihood of committing another sex crime). 

While Levels 1 and 2 places no restrictions prohibiting the individual’s presence on a school campus, Levels 3 and 4 have specific prohibitions. These are specified in Policy 6.10—SEX OFFENDERS ON CAMPUS (MEGAN’S LAW) and it is the responsibility of district staff to know and understand the policy and, to the extent requested aid school administrators in enforcing the restrictions placed on-campus access to Level 3 and Level 4 sex offenders.

It is the intention of the board of directors that district staff does not stigmatize students whose parents or guardians are sex offenders while taking necessary steps to safeguard the school community and comply with state law. Each school’s administration should establish procedures so attention is not drawn to the accommodations necessary for registered sex offender parents or guardians. 

 

Cross Reference: 6.10—SEX OFFENDERS ON CAMPUS (MEGAN’S LAW)

Legal References:   A.C.A. § 5-14-132
A.C.A. § 12-12-913 (g) (2)
Division of Elementary and Secondary Education Guidelines for “Megan’s Law”