The penalties that may be imposed under the regulation if the charges are proven against the teacher should be stated.  The notice should indicate as well that the person complained against has the right to appear at the hearing with a friend, or with his or her attorney, and make representations to the Committee.

Teachers should be mindful that if the person complained against intends to be represented at the hearing by an Attorney-at-Law, he or she should give written notice of such intention to the Chairman of the Board or the Secretary of the Board not less than seven (7) days prior to the date of the hearing.  This is necessary so that the Board can inform the complainant.