Section 100
Policy 150

Facilities and Grounds

1. The Board of Education shall retain the authority to name any and all school District facilities and grounds areas. The Board, at its discretion, may appoint a committee to recommend names for a new facility or to re-name a current facility.
   
   
2. The following facility names have been established by the Board:
   
   
   
   1. Deer Creek Elementary School located at 1737 Deer Creek Road
      
      
   2. Fitzsimmons Middle School located at 57093 Highway 285
      
      
   3. Platte Canyon High School located at 57393 Highway 285
      
      
   4. Platte Canyon School District Complex located at 57393 Highway 285 houses:
      • District Administration
        
      • District-wide Services
        
      • Gymnasiums
        
      • Swimming Pool
        
      • Athletic Fields
        
      • Track.
        
      • PCHS alternative programs
        
      • Technical Education
        
      • Physical education
        
      • Music Programs
        
      • Drama Programs
      
      
      
   5. Carl Farmer Bus Barn located next to Deer Creek Elementary
      
      
   6. Marge E. Hudak Swimming Pool located in the District Complex
      
      
   7. Marie Hefly Gymnasium located in the District Complex
      
      
   8. T.J. Franks Auditorium located in the District Complex

1. The Board of Education must approve any use of private logos or names, or posting of any signs or displays in District facilities or on District grounds that promote the selling of a product or service for commercial or profit purposes. Generally, such approval shall be limited to situations where the company or private enterprise has made a significant contribution toward the construction or remodeling of a facility, or is sponsoring an event for a school or the District.

1. Facilities shall be secured through an organized key system that limits access to areas by those who have an official duty requiring such access. The Maintenance Director shall be in charge of the key system and maintain records of key distribution. Each Principal shall be responsible for key checkouts within his/her school facility.
   
   
2. Unauthorized entry into a school facility is illegal. Any staff member suspecting or observing such entry shall notify the Park County Sheriff's Office.
   
   
3. Prohibitions with regard to use of school grounds or property are to be posted at sights sites throughout the District.
   
   
4. Citizens may, from time-to-time, use District property for recreational or other activities. If such use is observed and the use violates posted prohibitions or District policy, the user is to be asked to cease the activity. Staff is authorized to notify the Park County Sheriff's Office if the user continues the behavior or activity.

1. Fire alarm systems shall be operational and be in compliance with county, state and federal statutory and regulatory requirements and codes.
   
   
2. Water and septic systems shall be constructed and operated in compliance with county, state and federal statutory and regulatory requirements and codes.
   
   
3. Facility construction and re-modeling shall be in compliance with county, state and federal statutory and regulatory requirements and codes including electrical, lighting, ventilation and heating systems.
   
   
4. The swimming pool water shall be treated as required by state health regulations.
   
   
5. Food service equipment and facilities shall be in compliance with state health regulations.
   
   
6. Toxic materials and chemical shall be stored in compliance with state health regulations.

1. District facilities shall be well maintained and kept clean to provide a safe and positive learning environment and to promote positive community relations. Grounds shall be well maintained and free from trash. Snow and ice shall be removed from walks, parking areas and driveways in a timely manner. (See Policies 602, Custodial Services and 603, Maintenance Services).
   
   
2. Unused vacant property that is not leased shall be maintained, (e.g. haying, fencing), and posted with "no trespassing signs" or "keep out" signs.

1. Insurance adequate to cover replacement costs of District facilities shall be carried.
   
   
2. Liability insurance sufficient to cover claims for injuries on District grounds or in District facilities shall be carried.
   (See Policy 207)

1. All illicit drugs, controlled substances and alcohol are banned from School District property, including: playgrounds, athletic fields, recreation areas, parking areas, buildings and vehicles and are also banned from any school or School District sponsored activity or event.
   
   
2. Possession, use or sale of illicit drugs, controlled substances, or alcohol by students shall result in disciplinary action. A report shall be filed with the Park County Sheriff's Office.
   
   
3. Possession, use or sale of illicit drugs, controlled substances, or alcohol by staff members shall result in disciplinary action, possible termination of employment, and criminal charges.
   
   
4. The Park County Sheriff's Office shall be contacted when a visitor is found to be in possession of illicit drugs or alcohol or selling illicit drugs or controlled substances on school property.

1. Smoking, chewing, or any other use of any tobacco products by staff, students and members of the public is banned on school property, including: playgrounds, athletic fields, recreation areas, parking areas, buildings and vehicles and is also banned at any school or School District sponsored activity or event. Tobacco includes; cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco, cloves and all other kinds and forms of tobacco prepared in such manner as to be suitable for chewing, smoking or both. Use means lighting, chewing, inhaling or smoking any tobacco product.
   
   
2. Signs shall be posted in prominent places on all school property to notify the public that smoking or other use of tobacco products is prohibited in accordance with State law and District policy. This policy will be published in employee and student handbooks, posted on bulletin boards and announced in staff meetings.
   
   
3. Use of tobacco by students while on School District property or while attending school activities or events shall result in disciplinary action including in-house suspension, detention, revocation of privileges and exclusion from extracurricular activities. Repeated violations may result in suspension from school. In accordance with State law, no student will be expelled solely for tobacco use.
   
   
4. A staff member in violation of this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action and/or possible termination of employment.

1. The United States Flag and Colorado Flag shall be displayed on a flagpole at each school and the District's administrative office at all times during days while school is in session except during inclement weather. The flags shall measure no less than 3 x 5 feet. Traditional customs and practices of displaying the flags shall be observed.
   
   
2. The United States Flag shall be prominently and permanently displayed in each academic classroom when classes are in session. The flag displayed shall measure no less than either 12 x 18 inches if in a frame or 2 x 3 feet if on a flagstaff.
   
   
3. Traditional customs and practices of displaying the flags shall be observed. The United States flag or any depiction or representation of the flag displayed for public view shall conform to federal laws regarding flag displays and use. However, temporary displays of instructional or historical materials or student work products used as part of a lesson that includes the flag shall be allowed even if they do not conform if they are not permanent.

1. Individuals may be recognized for their service and/or contributions to the School District by the placement of a plaque by a donated tree or shrub or other Board approved memorial on District property. Placement of any plaque or memorial on District property or in District facilities must be authorized by the Board. The Board shall establish specifications for the plaque.

1. Construction, major modification or demolition of facilities or structures (e.g. playgrounds) shall be approved by the Board of Education. "Major modification" means changes that are substantial in cost and that are to be completed to change the intended use of the facility.