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High Point presents statutorily required student‑safety report citing fights and substance incidents
Summary
At the required twice‑yearly safety presentation the district reported 3 assaults, 11 fights, 12 confirmed uses of substances and 23 possessions for the reporting period, and described investigations and procedural steps including MTSS supports and a digital bathroom‑pass system.
The High Point Regional High School presented its statutorily required student‑safety update during the March 17 meeting, summarizing disciplinary incidents and the district’s response systems.
A presenter identified by function as the assistant principal (S5) delivered the report, saying the first reporting period included "3 assaults, 11 fights, 12 confirmed use of substance, and 23 possession." The presenter also said staff completed 16 investigations in the first reporting period, with six confirmed cases and additional cases deemed to have insufficient evidence; the presenter emphasized transparency and ongoing efforts to reduce incidents.
The presenter described operational changes used to monitor and mitigate conflicts, including MTSS (multi‑tiered systems of support) investments in guidance and a digital bathroom‑pass system that tracks student movement and reduces wait times. The presenter said the system provides a green light when a student may leave, allowing staff to observe patterns and reduce situations that escalate from verbal altercations to physical fights.
Board members thanked staff for work supporting students during COVID‑era challenges and praised the investments in guidance and monitoring. The presentation was framed as a brief update required by law; the board did not take separate formal action on the safety report during the meeting.
