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Banned Items
Students are not to be in possession of the items listed below when they are in the Taft building or attending any event that is under the auspices of the school. In addition to those listed below any device that is disruptive to the education process or the health and safety of Taft students and staff are not permitted. Items will be confiscated and returned only to the parent or legal guardian. Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken. Banned items include, but are not limited to:
  • Any item associated with the application of graffiti, such as magic markers, shoe polish daubers, spray paint, razor blades.
  • Electronic devices including mobile phones and music players (must not be used or displayed in the building).
  • Skate boards and roller blades (not permitted on school property)
  • Gambling devices
Further, students are prohibited from:
  • Presenting an appearance that is disruptive to the education process or endangers the student's health such as body piercing
  • Wearing head coverings, other than for religious purposes in the building
  • Wearing any article of clothing or jewelry that signifies affiliation with any organization other than those approved by Taft
  • Wearing any article of clothing or jewelry that shows vulgar, suggestive, or abusive language or pictures, or condones that use of tobacco, alcohol or other drugs.
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