West Virginia Sample Letter of Suspension for Physical Altercation

• Category: Employment - Employee Discipline - Suspensions
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-485EM
• Format: Word

Description

This Employment & Human Resources form covers the needs of employers of all sizes.

[Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Name of School/Organization] [Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Position] [Name of School/Organization] [Address] [City, State, ZIP] Dear [Recipient's Name], Subject: Suspension for Physical Altercation I am writing to officially notify you of an unfortunate incident that occurred at our [school/organization] involving [Student Name], leading to a physical altercation. This letter serves as a formal communication regarding the suspension that will be imposed as a consequence of the incident. On [Date], at approximately [Time], a physical altercation took place on the premises of [School/Organization Name], involving [Student Name] and [Other Student(s) Involved]. The incident occurred in [Location/Classroom/Any other relevant information]. Eyewitnesses reported that the nature of the altercation was [Describe the nature of the physical altercation — e.g., pushing, shoving, hitting]. In line with the policies and regulations stated in our [school/organization's name] handbook, it is our utmost responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of all students and staff members. Physical altercations, such as the one that occurred, are strictly prohibited and against our code of conduct. This type of behavior not only puts individuals involved at risk but also undermines the positive learning and working environment that we strive to create. Following a thorough investigation into the incident, it has been determined that [Student Name] shares the primary responsibility for instigating the physical altercation. As a result, a suspension of [Number of Days] has been deemed appropriate for [Student Name]. The suspension will begin effective from [Start Date] until [End Date]. [Student Name] is expected to refrain from entering [Name of School/Organization] premises during the suspension period. It is imperative that [Student Name]'s parents or legal guardians are promptly notified of this suspension. We kindly request your cooperation in ensuring that they receive a copy of this letter, along with any other relevant documents supporting the suspension decision. We would appreciate it if you could assist us in arranging a meeting between [Student Name]'s parents/guardians and relevant school/organization officials to discuss this incident further. Additionally, it is essential that [Student Name] completes any assigned coursework, projects, or missed assessments during the suspension period to ensure minimal disruption to their academic progress. The specifics regarding the completion of missed work should be communicated directly to [Student Name]'s parents/guardians. As an integral part of the [school/organization's name], we believe in the value of instilling discipline and promoting accountability among our students. We are committed to working together with [Student Name]'s parents/guardians to address this incident holistically, fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment for all parties involved. We hope that [Student Name] recognizes the seriousness of their actions and learns from this experience, making appropriate changes in their behavior moving forward. Furthermore, we believe in their potential for personal growth and transformation, and we remain committed to providing the necessary support and guidance during this challenging time. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and please do not hesitate to contact me directly should you require any further information or assistance. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Name of School/Organization]