24:58:02:05.  School, student, and staff safety domain defined. Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to foster a physically, emotionally, and cognitively safe learning environment for students, staff, and community. This shall include the following components:

          (1)  Creating a safe school environment that addresses the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of the parents, students, staff, and the community by openly addressing and resolving potential safety issues;

          (2)  Establishing and communicating clear and consistent expectations regarding staff and student conduct;

          (3)  Utilizing fair, effective, and supporting practices in establishing student behavior management; and

          (4)  Using effective conflict resolution skills to resolve challenges in a timely manner.

          Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.