GIBBS HIGH SCHOOL
“Home of the Eagles”
7628 Tazewell Pike
Corryton, Tennessee 37721
Phone (865) 689-9130
Fax (865) 689-9128
www.gibbs-hs.knox.k12tn.net
THIS HANDBOOK BELONGS TO:
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Welcome to Gibbs High School. The kind of education you obtain from your experiences at Gibbs depends to a great extent upon you. Your educational experiences should aid you in developing as an individual so that you may function in an ever-changing society. As a student, it is important to realize that the incorporation of limits and controls are vital parts of the learning process and are necessary if you are to participate in a democratic way of life.
All personnel connected with the educational setting, in cooperation with the home, will endeavor to help each individual student to adapt to constructive limits and controls at Gibbs High School.
STUDENT HANDBOOK
THE HANDBOOK SHOULD BE USED BY THE STUDENT AND CARRIED AT ALL TIMES. YOUR HANDBOOK WILL BE A REQUIRED OBJECT IN YOUR CLASSES, JUST LIKE BOOKS, PAPER, AND PENCIL/PEN. IF YOU LOSE YOUR HANDBOOK, ONE MAY BE PURCHASED IN THE OFFICE.
SCHOOL DAY
1. School is considered to be in session when the first student arrives on campus. School is out of session when the last bus leaves campus.
2. You may not leave campus for any reason during the school day unless you have permission from the administration and a parent/guardian (even over 18).
3. Regular school hours for students are from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Half days end at noon.
CLASS SCHEDULE
BLOCK
1 8:30 A.M. - 10:00 A.M.
2 10:10 A.M. - 11:40 A.M.
3 11:50 A.M. - 1:50 P.M.
(INCLUDES 30 MINUTE LUNCH)
4 2:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M.
NORTH KNOX STUDENTS
Some students will be attending North Knox to complete their path.
1. Gibbs High School rules and regulations are in effect at all times as well as North Knox rules. North Knox rules may involve Halls High.
2. If you are suspended from North Knox, you are suspended from Gibbs.
3. If you are suspended from Gibbs, you are suspended from North Knox.
4. If you are dropped from the rolls of North Knox, you may not be able to schedule new classes for the remainder of the term at Gibbs.
5. If you intend to drive your car to North Knox, you must have permission from North Knox, a signed statement from your parents, and permission from a Gibbs principal.
JROTC INFORMATION
The Gibbs High School JROTC program is a leadership development program dedicated to motivating young people to be better citizens. The program consists of academics, physical fitness, school and community service, and year long extracurricular competition in riflery, color guard, drill and high adventure. Uniform day is a weekly opportunity to raise awareness of the long term commitment of the federal government to help foster positive relationships with the local community. Proper wear of the uniform is a course requirement, follows applicable Army and Cadet Command regulations, and is outlined in the cadet handbook issued to all cadets.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS
Gibbs students are to carry an I.D. card at all times. This card serves as a library card which entitles students to check out materials from the library. This card also provides proper identification, voting privileges in school elections, use of school computers and the Internet, admission to some events, and serves as a safety identification. Students must have their I.D. cards displayed by the computer when they use any computer at Gibbs. Students with a signed Acceptable Use of Electronic Media agreement form will have a special punch on their I.D. Card to signify Internet permission. No student may use the Internet without permission. Replacement cards are made in the library for a charge of $5.00. A student should surrender the card to a staff member upon the first request.
VISITORS
Students may not bring visitors to school. All visitors must report directly to the office. Students should not mix with visitors on any part of the campus between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., inclusive.
STAFF AUTHORITY
Students must courteously and respectfully comply with the reasonable requests of any teacher, staff member, or administrator in or out of the classroom. Students are also expected to give their names if asked for by any staff member. Failure to comply with the directions of school personnel acting in the performance of their duties shall be considered insubordination and subject to immediate disciplinary action.
STUDENT USE OF SCHOOL TELEPHONES
Students are not permitted to use the phones in any of the teachers’ offices or classrooms. In an emergency, students may come to the office and ask to use the office counter phone. If you are ill, come to the office and a secretary will call your parents. Students will not be released from class to use the phone except as directed from the office. No calls to 911 should be made except for emergencies.
STUDENT USE OF CELL PHONES/ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Cell phones or other electronic devices must be turned off and out of sight inside the building during the school day according to Knox County School Board policy. This includes being used to text another person, to receive a text message, to look at the time, to use as a calculator, to take a picture, or to make or receive calls inside the building during the school day. The phone must be surrendered without argument to a staff member if it is seen or goes off inside the building.
This cell phone policy also applies to any after school program such as tutoring or recovery credit.
First offense - phone held 24 hours and then returned to a parent.
Second offense: Phone held for three (3) days and then returned to parent.
Third and subsequent offenses - phone may be picked up at Knox County Schools security office.
The Gibbs High School administration reserves the right to advance to the next higher level of consequences if student is argumentative with staff member.
LIBRARY
The purpose of the Gibbs High School Library is to provide materials to support and supplement the curriculum and to supply books and magazines for leisure reading development, research, and independent learning. The library is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. every day that school is in session. Two librarians are on duty to assist students with their instructional needs. Students may come to the library with scheduled classes, and individually with passes signed by the teacher. A student may also come to the library before class, during lunch, and after school without a pass to conduct library business. The library has an on-line catalog, automated circulation, and Internet access on every computer. Students are issued an ID card in order to check out books and to use the computers. I.D. cards must be displayed by the computer. Replacement ID cards will be made for a cost of $5.00. Internet access is permitted when the parent and student agree to the Knox County School System policies regarding use of electronic resources. No student may use the Internet without permission. No exceptions! Students may check out books, magazines, and reference materials. Materials may be renewed. Fines are ten (10) cents per day for regular books and $1.00 per day for reference materials. Students are responsible for books they check out, and must pay for any lost materials.
CLASS ATTENDANCE
Each student is scheduled for a definite place during each period of the school day and is expected to be in this place during the time assigned unless given permission by the principal.
EARLY DISMISSAL
Proper procedures for leaving school early are as follows:
1. A parent or guardian may come to the office and sign the student out.
2. If a request is received in the office before first period on the day on which the student is to be signed out, we will make arrangements to dismiss the student at the appropriate time. A note signed by a parent or guardian can be sent to the office with the following information on it: (a) student’s name, (b) grade level, and (c) a phone number where parent can be reached to verify that the student has parental permission to leave school. ALL REQUESTS MUST BE VERIFIED. If the parent/guardian cannot be reached, the student will not be given permission to sign out early.
3. If you become sick or injured at school, come immediately to the Office to report your condition. Reporting elsewhere will be considereda “class cut”. If you are too sick to continue at school, your parents will be called to come for you.
4. In order to participate in any extracurricular activity, a student must be in school a minimum of 2 blocks.
5. Students who are 18 years old or older must also have parental permission to leave.
6. PHONE CALLS FOR EARLY DISMISSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED ON DAYS WHEN IN-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ARE SCHEDULED.
LUNCH ACTIVITIES
Gibbs High provides a cafeteria where students must eat during the lunch period. This includes those who bring their own lunch. Students are expected to leave tables clean and conduct themselves in an orderly manner. All lunch trays and rubbish should be carried to the proper area. Breaking lines or saving places is not allowed. No food, drinks, or lunch trays may leave the cafeteria for any reason. Students are responsible for placing their trash into the disposal.
Nofood or drink should be ordered for delivery from outside the school without administrative approval in advance. No commercial food is to be brought or delivered to students on campus during school hours.
During lunch time, students are permitted in the following areas ONLY:
1. Cafeteria
2. Covered walkway between the office lobby and gym lobby or the courtyard. All other outside areas are off limits. This includes the sidewalk near the mailbox.
3. Guidance office (to conduct business).
4. Library (to conduct business).
5. Your classroom area when it is time for class to begin. For example, if you have a Social Studies class during lunch, you should not be in the English hallway.
Please remember CLASSES ARE IN PROGRESS WHILE YOU ARE FREE FOR LUNCH. LEAVING CAMPUS FOR LUNCH IS NOT PERMITTED.
FREE/REDUCED LUNCH
Free/Reduced lunches are available in the main office.
COKE AND SNACK MACHINES
Coke and snack machines are here for your convenience. Please see that your empty coke can and litter find a trash can. Machines are not to be used during breakfast or lunch times. These times are 8:00 - 8:15 a.m. and 11:50 - 1:50 p.m. Using machines outside proper times can lead to disciplinary action.
LITTERING/VANDALISM
Littering and/or vandalism will carry severe penalties. This may include both intentional and/or accidental. This includes marking or scraping walls and floors, leaving food or trash, and any other activity which tends to destroy school looks or property.
BUS REGULATIONS (see also p. KC-3)
School bus transportation is a privilege and can be withdrawn for inappropriate behavior. The bus driver is in complete charge of the bus and its occupants. Students must comply with the request of the driver. Students who miss the bus should seek an alternate means of transportation. If a bus is delayed, wait until a replacement arrives. Students may only ride the school bus to which they are assigned. Rules apply to the North Knox Bus, also.
T.S.S.A.A. ATHLETIC PARTICIPATION
In order to be eligible for participation in T.S.S.A.A. sponsored sports, a student must pass a minimum of six (6) courses the preceding year. The credits must be earned by the first day of the beginning of the year. Students may gain eligibility second semester by passing three (3) subjects first semester.
SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES
Each student is personally responsible for the impression made by the school as a whole. Unacceptable conduct includes whistling, uncalled-for-clapping, boisterousness, and talking during a program.
Attendance at certain school assemblies is required. Go directly and promptly to the assembly as directed. Certain assemblies are not required. You will be told where to report if you do not desire to attend these assemblies. No drinks, cups, cans, bottles, or snacks should be brought to any assembly.
SCHOOL FEES
All fees and/or workbooks required of students have been approved by the Knox County Board of Education. Failure to pay fees may result in the student not being able to use certain materials. If the financial status of your family is such that the payment of a fee produces a hardship, your parents should contact the school or write a note to the principal. There is no intent of imposing a hardship on anyone. Students who qualify for free or reduced lunch may apply for a fee waiver. It is the responsibility of the student to apply for a waiver. The fee waiver forms are available in the main office. Fees are paid to the individual teacher. Checks are payable to Gibbs High School. There is a $10.00 service charge for all returned checks. Payment should be made in individual classes per term.
LOCKERS
Students will receive locker assignments and are held responsible for all books and items stored in their lockers. No items should be stored on top of the lockers. Students should use only their assigned locker, and must not share lockers. Difficulty with locks should be reported to the appropriate administrator. Although the school will investigate any reports of stolen property, it cannot be held responsible for items lost, damaged, or taken from the locker. Lockers can be searched for reasonable suspicion. Students are financially responsible for graffiti or damage to the locker. Locks can be removed if necessary. Students are encouraged to secure their locker with their personal lock.
STUDENT DRIVING
Seniors receive first priority for driving. You must have appropriate insurance and maintain the policy. You must have a valid Tennessee driver's license. An application charge of $30.00 is required. No student will receive a parking permit who has not passed at least three (3) subjects or who owes any obligation to school, such as all unpaid fees, current school fees or lost textbooks. Reckless driving, loud music, leaving school without permission, loud mufflers, speeding, tardies, excessive absence, parking illegally, and if a student does not pass at least three subjects could lead to the suspension of driving privileges. The fee will not be returned to the student or parent. Driving permits may be revoked after the third unexcused tardy as determined by the school. Do not use another student’s parking place or parking tag and do not let any other student use your space or tag. On rare occasions, when we have a large group of visitors, you may be asked to park in another space or to leave your car at home.
Once you have driven on campus, you may not leave campus without permission from the administration. Park your vehicle and leave it within one minute of arrival. If you need to go to the parking lot during school hours, ask for permission to sign out in the office. If your assigned space is filled, inform office personnel. Do not drive to North Knox without permission of a Gibbs principal. Drivers who are repeatedly tardy or absent may have driving privileges suspended with no refund.
When buses are present, no student traffic should be in the bus loading area.
Vehicles are subject to search by school officials.
Vehicle Violation
Students who have a valid driver permit may forfeit their driving privilege on the first offense for a specified number of days or the remainder of the year. The student driving fee will not be refunded. Students who drive to school and do not hold a valid driving permit may be placed on the bottom of the list for the next year for the first offense. Repeat offenders will be subject to out-of-school suspension for two (2) days.
FLOWERS AND GIFTS
Flowers and gifts for students CANNOT and WILL NOT be accepted by the office. Please do not send flowers or gifts to Gibbs High School.
SIGNS, PICTURES, NOTICES, ANNOUNCEMENTS
All signs/announcements to be displayed must be approved
and signed by the principal before posting. All intercom announcements must be in writing and signed by the teacher/sponsor/coach.
SALES, FUND-RAISING
All sales and fund-raising must be approved in advance by the principal. Clubs, organizations, classes, and athletic teams must ask for a calendar date and have
their activity approved. Fund-raising for individuals or outside groups is prohibited. All funds raised in the name of the school must go to the school.
TEXTBOOKS
Textbooks are normally provided for the students by the Knox County Board of Education. Textbooks are checked out by the classroom teacher and are returned to the teacher after the school term or when a student leaves the school. Students are responsible for keeping books in good condition since these books must be returned at the end of the school term in order that they be used by other students. If a textbook is lost or damaged, the student to whom the book is assigned is financially responsible for replacing or repairing the book. If a book must be replaced because it is lost, stolen, or otherwise made unusable, the full replacement value of the book will be charged.
EMERGENCY DRILLS
Emergency drills are required. Most drills will be fire drills and will require that all persons in the school go outside. Go quickly and quietly in single line fashion with your group. If exits are blocked, change course with the group. Do not run or leave your group. Go to an area 50-100 feet from the building. Keep quiet so you can hear instructions. Some drills will require that you stay in the building. These are usually classified as tornado drills. You will be instructed to kneel against a sturdy wall. Students who initiate situations which seem to be emergency drills will face serious disciplinary action. This includes, but is not limited, to activating fire alarms and dialing 911.
EAGLE DAYS
Wednesday, July 30
Thursday, July 31
OPEN HOUSE
Thursday, September 4
Thursday, January 22
TEACHER/PARENT CONFERENCE DATES
Parents should call in advance for a 15 minute appointment.
GRADE REPORTING
Students will receive interim grade reports after the 4th, 9th, and 13th weeks of each term. A final grade will be assigned at the end of each term - 18 weeks.
FINAL EXAMS
All students in all classes will take a final examination. The final exam will be no more than fifteen percent of the total term grade. This exam will be comprehensive - covering the material for the entire term.
FINAL EXAM DATES FOR 2008-2009 ARE AS FOLLOWS:
FIRST TERM
Thursday, December 18- 1st and 2nd Periods (Normal class time)
Friday, December 19- 3rd and 4th Periods (Beginning at 8:30 a.m.)
Monday, January 5, 2009 - Make-up exams
SECOND TERM
SENIOR EXAMS
Tuesday, May 12- 3rd and 4th Periods (Normal class time)
Wednesday, May 13- 1st and 2nd Periods (Normal class time)
Thursday, May 14- Make-up exams
UNDERCLASS EXAMS:
Wednesday, May 20- 1ST and 2ND Periods (Normal class time)
Thursday, May 21- 3RD and 4TH Periods (Beginning At 8:30 a.m.)
Friday, May 22- Make-up exams
CALENDAR DATES
All school calendar dates may change due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
DISCIPLINARY CODE
Gibbs High School and the Knox County Board of Education believe acceptable behavior is essential to an effective school program. Administrators, teachers, and students strive to create a school environment favorable to the promotion of self-development and self-discipline. Students shall comply with all school rules and regulations of the school system. Failure to comply with such rules and regulations shall result in appropriate corrective measures. Some offenses accumulate over a four year period and are noted by an asterisk (*). The consequences of the violations of the school's policies and regulations are as follows:
Possession of Weapon*
It is illegal for any student to have a weapon in his/her possession on school property. Any student having a weapon on school property shall be subject to suspension or expulsion in addition to being turned over to a law enforcement officer. Weapons are defined as guns, knives, clubs, martial arts devices, brass knuckles, chains, or any item which can be used as a weapon or is used as a weapon. Appropriate legal action will be taken.
Possession of Pyrotechnics*
Students possessing pyrotechnics (firecrackers, powders, caps, snap pops, explosives, ammunition, and related material) shall be subject to possible suspension or expulsion. If the material is deemed to be a weapon, the offender is subject to being turned over to law enforcement officers. Appropriate legal action will be taken.
Possession or Use of Tobacco*
Students shall not possess nor use tobacco products in any form on school premises or on school buses during school hours. To "possess" shall mean to have tobacco products on the person or in the vehicle, locker, or other areas in control of the individual, including his/her personal effects. To "use" shall mean any holding of a lighted cigarette, cigar, or pipe, any inhaling of the smoke of tobacco, or any chewing or dipping of any tobacco product.
Violators of this policy shall be subject to the following disciplinary actions:
First offense - Two (2) days out-of-school suspension
Second offense - Four (4) days out-of-school suspension
Third offense - Ten (10) days out-of-school suspension
Fourth & Subsequent offenses - Minimum of thirty (30) days out- of-school suspension
Possession or Use of Alcoholic Beverages, Prescription Drugs and/or Other Illegal Substances*
Any student found to possess, use, sell, or distribute alcoholic beverages, prescription drugs, or other illegal substances shall have disciplinary action taken in accordance with Knox County School Board guidelines. Students found to be in violation of this policy shall be subject to corrective measures including suspension or expulsion. Students who violate the alcohol/drug policy may be turned over to law enforcement officers. Appropriate legal action will be taken.
Fighting or Promoting a Fight*
First offense - minimum four (4) days out-of-school suspension and appropriate legal action
Second offense - minimum of ten (10) days out-of-school suspension and appropriate legal action
Third & Subsequent offenses - A disciplinary hearing for long-term out-of-school suspension will be held and appropriate legal action.
Leaving Campus Without Parent and School Permission (even if over 18)
First time offenders of this policy shall be subject to a minimum of two (2) days out-of-school suspension.
Second & Subsequent offenses - minimum of four (4) days out-of-school suspension
Class Cuts
If a student does not attend a class or leaves a classroom without permission, it is a class cut.
First time offenders will be assigned to in-school suspension for a minimum of two (2) days.
Repeat offenders will be suspended out-of-school for a minimum of two (2) days.
Theft or Gambling or Extortion
Students who are caught stealing money, other property, or gambling shall be subject to an out-of-school suspension for a minimum of two (2) days. Additionally, appropriate legal action will be taken. Restitution must be made for the property stolen.
Class Disturbances
Students who willfully and persistently disturb the learning process of others and disrupt the instruction of the teacher shall be subject to:
First offense - 2 hour detention or one (1) day ISS
Second offense - minimum 2 days ISS
Third offense - minimum 2 days out-of-school
Throwing Objects Including Snowballs
Violators will be subject to a minimum of two (2) days out-of- school suspension. Students must make restitution if property is damaged. If the incident involves bodily injury, appropriate legal action will be taken.
Destruction of Property
Vandalism, arson, littering, and any dangerous or malicious act will result in a minimum two-day suspension. Possible restitution and appropriate legal action may be applicable.
Obscene or Profane Language
First offense - two (2) days in-school suspension
Second & Subsequent offenses - two (2) days out-of-school
Disrespectful or Insubordination directed toward a School Employee or Guest
Serious offenses, including profanity directed toward a school employee, shall be subject to a minimumof two (2) days out-of-school suspension and may be subject to longer suspension time, if severe.
Forged Attendance or Tardy Note
First offense - Can result in ISS to out-of-school suspension.
Second & Subsequent offenses - two (2) days out-of-school.
Hall Misconduct
Running, excessive noise, and blocking the hall are forbidden.
First offense - corrective warning or detention
Second offense - two (2) days in-school suspension
Third & Subsequent offenses - two (2) days out-of-school
suspension.
Physical Display of Affection (other than holding hands)
First offense - corrective warning
Second offense - minimum two (2) days in-school suspension
Repeat offenses may result in suspension.
Hazing or Harassment
No student shall physically or verbally harass any student.
Minor infractions - corrective warning
Severe infractions - minimum of two (2) days in-school suspension; two (2) days out-of-school suspension; or recommendation for expulsion
Students should not have any of the following items at school: Laser pointers, beepers, pagers, personal music devices (CD players, ipods, etc.), video games, MP3's, skate boards, yo-yo’s, CD’s, water guns, and containers used for drinks.
Items shall be confiscated by school authorities and possible out-of-school suspension for repeat offenders. Items are returned only to parents.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment directed toward any student or employee will not be tolerated and must be reported to an administrator. Sexual harassment is defined as advances, gestures, words, or conduct of a sexual nature which:
1. Unreasonably interfere with an individuals' work or educational opportunities;
2. Create an intimidating, hostile, or offensive learning/work environment.
Any student found to have engaged in sexual harassment shall be subject to disciplinary actions including, but not limited to verbal warning, suspension, or expulsion, within requirements of state and federal law.
Food and Drinks Outside Cafeteria
Food and drinks should not be brought outside the cafeteria. Students who violate this policy will be subject to a detention. Continued violations of this policy will result in a suspension. Snack and drink machines may not be used during third period. Violators may have items confiscated by school officials with no return or reimbursement.
Locker Violation
Each student shall use only the locker assigned to him/her. Consequences of violations may range from detention to suspension for repeat offenders.
Tampering with the Fire Alarm System
Long term suspension or recommended expulsion for violators. Appropriate legal actions.
Change/Create False Official Records
Minimum - two (2) days out-of-school suspension
Maximum - recommendation for expulsion
Severe cases may be subject to long-term suspension.
Create/Possess/Distribute Obscene Material
First offense - minimum two (2) days out-of-school suspension
Repeat offenders - minimum four (4) days out-of-school suspension.
Incite/Advise Others to Violate Rules
Minimum two (2) days out-of-school suspension
Appropriate legal action may be taken.
Extracurricular Misconduct
Minor infractions - corrective warning
Repeated infractions - suspension from extracurricular activities or a minimum two (2) days out-of-school suspension.
This includes events involving Gibbs High at an off-campus location. All school and system policies apply just like the student was at Gibbs.
Cheating (will be considered cumulative for all incidents per year)
First offense - a grade of zero (0) and parents notified
Second and Subsequent offenses - a grade of zero (0), suspension of two (2) days out-of-school, and a parent conference with the principal and/or teacher.
Interfering With the Operation of the School Is an Illegal Offense
Minimum of two (2) days out-of-school suspension and appropriate legal action shall be taken. This includes possession, display, exhibiting, or creating material which tends to belittle any race or creed.
Tardies to Class (violations will be per term)
Teachers’ discretion up to four tardies.
Fourth tardy - Teacher to contact parent.
Fifth tardy - Office referral for contract with Parent.
Sixth and subsequent tardies should be referred to the
office.
Students who drive and are habitually tardy to any class will risk the loss of driving privileges for as much as a term.
Violence or Threatened Violence Against People
Minimum two (2) days out-of-school for first offense if not severe. Severe cases will result in possible long-term suspension or recommendation for expulsion. Appropriate legal action will be taken.
Cumulative Offenses of All Types*
Students who persistently violate the school rules and regulations shall be subject to long term suspension, expulsion, or alternative placement.
Bus Misconduct
Follow levels of misconduct according to Knox County guidelines.
Areas Off-Limits during school day
· Restrooms designated for opposite sex.
· Staff restrooms/offices/workrooms/behind office counters.
· Cafeteria as a way to class.
· Outside of building: adjacent to Tazewell Pike; adjacent to stadium; adjacent to the elementary school; adjacent to softball field.
· Student parking areas without permission from the office.
· Staff parking areas.
· Visitor's vehicle or with any visitor.
· Gym dressing rooms without teacher permission.
· During lunch - you must be in the cafeteria; or the most direct route between your 3rd period classroom and the cafeteria; or outside under the canopy between the office and the gym; in the library; no further than the old gym toward the bus area.
· Grass areas; use sidewalks or halls.
· Auditorium.
First offense - corrective warning or detention
Second offense - two (2) days in-school suspension
Third Offense & Subsequent offenses - two (2) days out-of-school suspension.
IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Report to ISS at 8:30 A.M.
2. Bring all textbooks and materials to ISS. The supervisor will decide which assignments from teachers will be completed.
3. Bring lunch or purchase it from cafeteria. Eat with other students in ISS and the supervisor.
4. Failure to obey any of the rules of ISS may result in out-of-school suspension, parent conference, or recommendation for removal from Gibbs High School.
5. Understand that ISS is a privilege which prevents the student from being suspended out of school. Students may receive grades for work completed in ISS. Abuse of ISS privilege will result in out-of-school suspension.
6. The ISS student attends no activities during the school day.
7. Students in ISS may not leave prior to the end of 4th period without penalty.
OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION GUIDELINES
Suspension begins at 3:30 p.m. prior to the first school day of suspension unless otherwise stated. The student will not be allowed on our campus without permission, or participate in or attend school events (home or away) while suspended.
MAKE UP WORK
1. All work must be made up in a timely and acceptable manner. Students must initiate the make-up process with the teacher within three days after returning to school. For short absences (less than four consecutive days), work should be made up within three school days. The teacher sets the time for longer absences.
2. No written assignments will be sent home for a student unless he/she will be absent more than three (3) days. Please give at least one day's notice.
3. All initiation for make up must begin with sufficient time for the work to be made up prior to the end of the term.
4. Students who request permission to miss for extended absences must begin the process with a note to the principal and with a reasonable amount of time for teachers to assist.
5. Students may not submit makeup for credit after the date for completion designated by the teacher.
RULES MAY BE CHANGED ACCORDING TO KNOX COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD POLICY. NOTICE WILL BE GIVEN TO STUDENTS IN ADVANCE.
Disciplinary Terms & Definitions
CONFISCATION: Items which are prohibited on school grounds or are a distraction will be labeled as to ownership and turned over to the office. These items may be returned to the student or parents at the Administrator’s discretion. (Note: Beepers, Cell phones, etc. may be turned over to Knox County Security.)
HAZING: Name-calling, inflammatory or disrespectful remarks, harassment (verbal or physical) is prohibited at all times and is subject to disciplinary consequences.
IN SCHOOL SUSPENSION (I.S.S.): I.S.S. is a consequence sometimes given for inappropriate behavior. This consequence involves placement of the student in a special class for the entire day with a designated staff member. Students are expected to complete regular academic assignments, participate in some form of school service, and follow the schedule and guidelines outlined by the staff member in charge.
OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION (O.S.S.): This is a consequence given for persistent misbehaviors of such a serious nature as to warrant being prohibited from school attendance. Students who receive O.S.S. are subject to the following rules:
· The student is not allowed on campus at any time.
· The student is not allowed to attend any school function, including, but not limited to, athletic events, dances, Time for Time sessions, or school performances.
LONG TERM SUSPENSION: Any out-of-school suspension which is longer than four consecutive days is considered “long term.” A disciplinary hearing will be held before any long-term suspension has been given.
INITIAL HEARING/ DISIPLINARY HEARING: When information is received by the Administration indicating that a student has committed a violation that could result in a suspension of more than four days, meetings will be scheduled for the following purposes in the order given below:
Initial Hearing (Includes Administrator and Student + Parent/Guardian)
· To present information concerning the violation.
· To hear the student’s statement or statements of others who may have information relative to the violation.
· To determine guilt or innocence.
M-Team (for Special Ed if guilty)
· To determine if violation is a manifestation of the Special Ed certification.
· To determine if placement/programming is needed.
Disciplinary Hearing ( For Special Ed. If not manifestation and all regular Ed.)
· To determine the appropriate consequences for the violation
SEARCH AND SEIZURE: According to Knox County Board Policy Handbook (JCAB), school lockers and vehicles parked on school grounds are subject to search. (Guidelines concerning such searches are outlined in the Knox County Policy Handbook available in the school office.)
Zero TOLERANCE POLICY
According to Knox County Board Policy Handbook JCCC:
In order to ensure a safe and secure learning environment free of drugs, violence and dangerous weapons, any student who engages in the following behaviors will be subject to removal from school for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. The Superintendent (or designee) has the authority to modify this suspension requirement on a case-by-case basis. Zero tolerance acts are as follows:
1. Students who bring a drug, paraphernalia, or dangerous weapon onto a school bus, onto school property or to any school event or activity.
2. Any student who while on a school bus, on school property or while attending any school event or activity:
a. Is under the influence of a drug; or
b. Unlawfully possesses a narcotic or stimulant drug, prescription drug or any other controlled substance (including but not limited to alcohol and marijuana), drug paraphernalia, or dangerous weapon; or
c. Commits a battery on a teacher or other employee of the school.
It is the Board’s intent that the Superintendent exercise his power to modify and ensure that no student shall be out of school for more than two semesters for a zero tolerance offense. The Superintendent shall consider each zero tolerance case for placement in the alternative school program.
Intimidation , Bullying, Sexual, Racial, Ethnic, and Religious Harassment of Students
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According to Knox County Board Policy handbook JCADA.
Ø Knox County Schools prohibits acts of harassment, intimidation and bullying. Harassment, intimidation or bullying means any gesture, written on paper or electronically, verbal physical or psychological act that takes place on school property and any school-sponsored function or on a school bus that:
Ø Is motivated by any actual or perceived characteristic, such as race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or a mental, physical or sensory disability; or
Ø By any other distinguishing characteristic; and
Ø A reasonable person should know, under the circumstances, that the act (s) will have the effect of harming an individual or damaging the individual’s property, or placing an individual in reasonable fear of harm to his/her person or damage to his/her property ; or
Ø Has the effect of insulting or demeaning any individual or group in such a way as to cause substantial disruption in, or substantial interference with, the orderly operation of the school.
Ø Acts of harassment, intimidation or bullying may also be a pupil exercising power and control over another pupil, in either isolated incidents (e.g., intimidation, harassment) or patterns of harassing behavior (e.g. bullying). This policy for student conduct will be suited to the age level of the student. This policy requires all students to adhere to these rules and to be aware of such disciplinary measures as are appropriately assigned for violation of these rules and guidelines.
Ø Sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcome physical or verbal conduct of a sexual nature, such as touching or grabbing, or sexual comments directed at a person because of his or her sex. (KC policy JCADA)
1. Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying for any reason, including but not limited to gender, national origin, disability, religion, race, color, or other Federally identified protected area, is not tolerated at school, at any school sponsored event or on any school bus.
2. Harassment, Intimidation or Bullying is conduct that disrupts both a student’s ability to learn and a school’s ability to educate students in a safe and orderly environment.
3. Sexual Harassment is defined as any unwelcome physical or verbal conduct of a sexual nature, such as touching or grabbing, or sexual comments directed at a person because of his or her sex.
Students are expected to treat their fellow students with dignity and respect at all times on school property and during school programs and activities. Students are strongly encouraged to report acts of harassment to teachers or administrators immediately. The school will investigate any report of such behaviors take prompt and fair action to resolve the situation and prevent its continued occurrence.
Students are prohibited from taking unauthorized photographs or making unauthorized recordings of others at school, on school transportation or school sponsored events.
Bus Information & Expectations
Bus transportation is provided for Knox County students who live outside the Parental Responsibility Zones (PRZ) for each school. A map of these zones, as well as a listing of bus stops and pick-up times, is available in the Guidance Office or the Knox County Transportation Office.
Discipline on our school buses is a priority in order to insure the safety of all children. Bus transportation provided by the Knox County School System is considered to be an extension of the school day. Therefore, just as appropriate behavior is expected in the classroom, it is expected on the bus. Knox County bus rules are posted on each bus; failure to cooperate with driver may result in removal of student riding privileges and/or suspension from the bus.
Bus discipline code
(Handled by Administration)
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Level 1
Eating or drinking on the bus
Failure to remain seated
Improper boarding/departing procedures
Refusing to obey driver
Loud, rude, or abusive behavior
Profane language/obscene gestures
Any behavior jeopardizing safety
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Level 2
Third violation of Level 1 behavior
Tampering with bus equipment
Fighting/pushing/tripping
Bringing articles aboard the bus of injurious or objectionable nature
Destruction of property (Parent/guardian fiscally responsible for damages-student will remain off bus until damages are paid.)
Possession and/or use of tobacco products
Profane language/obscene gestures
Throwing objects in or out of bus
Hanging out bus window
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Level 3
Third violation of Level 2 behavior
Physical assault/verbal threat directed to bus driver
Attempting to set fire to seat, hair, clothing, etc.
Possession of weapon
Use of chemical substance with intent to do bodily harm. Possession and/or use of alcohol drugs or paraphernalia. Misuse of emergency exit on bus.
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Written reprimand (maximum 1 warning)
Bus riding suspension (3 to 5 school days)
Out of school
Suspension
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Bus riding suspension (minimum 5 school days)
Repeat occurrence of Level 2 violation (minimum 15 school days bus riding suspension)
Out of school suspension
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Bus riding suspension (minimum 30-maximum 180 school days)
Out of school suspension
Action by the Board of Education (up to and including expulsion)
Appropriate legal action
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Guidelines for Medications
No medication of any kind shall be self-administered by students at school except when medication must be given on a long term basis and is necessary to be given during school hours in order for the student to remain in school. Over the counter (O.T.C.) medications are included in these regulations. Any student who is required to take medications must comply with the following regulations: (K.C. Board Policy JGCB)
· All medications (prescription and nonprescription) that must be administered during the school day require written orders on a Knox County Physician Form from a physician, dentist, nurse practitioner, or D.A. who has the legal right to write a prescription. Parent/Guardian signature is also required on this form. Only one medication per Physician Form is allowed. These forms are available in the school office. The original Knox County Physician Form must be kept in the office; faxed copies are not acceptable.
· A parent/guardian must bring the medication to the school office to be checked in or to administer the medication to his/her own child.
Students are not allowed to transport medication to and from school.
· Over-the-Counter medication prescribed for a student must be in an unopened original container and must be labeled with the student’s name. Prescription medications must be in the original bottle from the pharmacy with the student’s name, medication name, date, and dosage clearly marked.
· All medications must be secured and dispensed in the school office. This applies to both prescription and nonprescription medications.
· Failure to follow the medication policy may place a student in a Zero Tolerance situation.
Student Dress Code
Approved July, 2000
By Knox County School Board
(Revised April, 2001)
The following expectations for student dress have been established to promote a safe and optimum learning environment. Apparel or appearance, which tends to draw attention to an individual rather than to a learning situation, must be avoided. In matters of opinion, the judgment of the principal/designee shall prevail.
1. Pants must be worn at the waist. No sagging allowed. Sagging will be defined as pants or shorts that will not stay up on their own or those which do not cover underwear, including boxers. Students with sagging pants will be required to change pants or wear a belt or drawstring before returning to class.
2. Jeans, pants, or other clothing should not be ragged or torn. Holes below the knee.
3. Shirts, blouses and dresses must completely cover the abdomen, back, shoulders and upper chest. Shirts or tops must cover the waistband of pants, shorts or shirts. The top front of shirts or tops may not be lower than two (2) inches below the sternum. Sleeves must completely encircle the upper part of the arms.
4. Head apparel, except for religious or medical purposes, must not be worn inside the school building including bandanas.
5. Footwear is required and must be safe and appropriate for indoor and outdoor activity. (Flip-flops, shower-type shoes, and houseshoes are examples of inappropriate footwear for school.)
6. Clothing and accessories such as backpacks, patches, jewelry and notebooks must notdisplay: (1) racial or ethnic slurs/symbols, (2) gang affiliations, (3) vulgar, subversive or sexually suggestive language or (4) images that promote products which students may not legally buy, such as alcohol, tobacco and illegal drugs.
7. Skirts, dresses and shorts must be beyond fingertip length.
8. Prohibited items include (1) large, long and/or heavy chains, (2) studded or chained accessories, (3) sunglasses except for health purposes, (4) sleep wear and (5) skin-tight outer materials such as spandex.
9. Coats and jackets exceeding fingertips length are not to be w0rn in the building
· The school administration reserves the right to determine whether the student’s attire is within the limits of decency and modesty.
· The principal may allow exceptions in special circumstances or occasions such as holidays or special performances and may further prescribe dress in certain classes such as physical education, vocational classes and science labs.
· Any student not attired in accordance with the foregoing policy shall be subject to the following consequences:
1. Correct the violation or spend the remainder of the day in in-school suspension
2. Repeat offenders shall be subject to additional measures which include parent conferences, in-school suspension and out-of-school suspensions
Attendance Policies
According to School Board policy, maximum effort is made in all classrooms to provide a quality learning experience each day; therefore, time out of a class represents a loss of valuable learning. Knox County’s policies for attendance are designed to encourage students to take personal responsibility for their class attendance and tardies, to provide an opportunity for students to make up work missed, and to eliminate excessive absences from their attendance record.
For the purpose of these attendance policies, an absence, truancy, tardy, etc. shall be defined as follows:
Class Absence: There are no excused or unexcused class absences. Family vacations, personal/family illnesses, non-school sponsored competitions or activities, etc., are all class absences. Doctor, parent, or other notes do no affect/alter a classabsence, and are therefore not accepted for this purpose.
School Absence: Daily school attendance is checked one time each day for system and state attendance reporting. Students must be in school three hours and sixteen minutes to be considered present for the day.
Truancy: Deliberate failure to attend school for unauthorized reasons is considered truancy and will result in disciplinary action.
Tardy: A student is tardy if he/she arrives in class after the tardy bell has rung.
1. Students with 5 unexcused absences from school will receive a letter from Juvenile Court warning of potential court action. At 10 unexcused absences, student and parent will be required to attend a Juvenile Court hearing. These absences are cumulative for the entire school year and relate to school absences only, not individual class absences. (See above definitions.) Excused absences for the following reasons do not count toward those reported to Juvenile Court. Documentation must be submitted within 5 days of absence(s).
a. Personal or family illness
b. Hardship in family
c. Death in family
d. Court
e. Religious holidays
2. All students are expected to attend classes as scheduled, regardless of their status related to absences or grades. (Students must go to class even if they are failing the course) . Failure to attend classes for the above reasons will result in possible consequences for truancy and/or class cuts. Dropping or adding classes is NOT an option.
3. In School Suspension (ISS) does not count as a class absence toward loss of credit.
4. Parent/guardian will be contacted when a student has accrued five absences in a class.
5. Students who are TRUANT will be subject to disciplinary action. An appointment will be made with the attendance-social worker
6. Students may sometimes be absent from the regular classroom for required class activities (i.e. Band concerts, special tests, etc.) or for activities at which students represent the school (i.e. Girls’/Boys’ State, etc.).
7. To apply for a drivers’ license, a student must submit a completed Compulsory School Attendance Form to the Drivers’ License Bureau. This form is available in the school office. The top portion must be completed by the student and parent and then returned to the school secretary for attendance/grade verification and completion of the form.
Note: Five school days should be allowed for completion of this form
by the school.
Drivers’ License Requirements, con’t.
Tennessee State Law (Title 49, Ch. 6, Tennessee Code Annotated) contains requirements for compulsory school attendance. Another law (Ch. 819 of Public Acts of 1990) sets the requirements for driving privileges for children under the age of 18, tying these requirements to the compulsory school attendance law. This law states that a student will be denied a license or lose an issued license if the student has any of the following:
1. Ten (10) or more consecutive unexcused days absent in a term.
2. Fifteen (15) or more total unexcused days absent in a term.
3. More than half of his/her subjects failed in a term.
For purposes of state guidelines, unexcused absences are those without a doctor’s note, court appearance, or death of an immediate family member. If a license is denied or cancelled, a student must do the following to regain driving privileges:
1. Attend school thirty (30) days in a row without an unexcused absence*
and/or
2. Pass half or more of his/her classes the next term with D or better.
Cafeteria Guidelines & Rules for Food and Drink
· All food and drinks must be consumed in DESIGNATED AREAS (cafeteria and back patio) only unless by special permission.
· Eating areas are to be left clean and trash-free and trays properly returned to designed area.
· NO commercial food is to be brought or delivered to students on campus during school hours.
· Visitors are not permitted in the cafeteria during lunch periods without administrative approval.
· Each student is to use his/her personal cafeteria number only. This number is not to be used by any other student, with or without the permission of the owner.
· Students must present all food and drink items to a cashier for payment. Food or drink not presented and paid for will be considered stolen, and appropriate disciplinary actions will be assigned.
· All school behavior guidelines should be followed during lunch.
· Students must remain in the cafeteria, or in designated outside areas during lunch periods. Students should not be in instructional or unsupervised areas.
· No food and drink (except water) is permitted in classrooms or other instructional areas except by special permission.
Tennessee Scholars Diploma
Beginning in 2004-2005, students who complete the following credits as well as the additional requirements may be awarded a Tennessee Scholars Diploma:
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Credits
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Additional Requirements
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(4) English
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(1) Wellness
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(4) Math
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(1) Business/Computer
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(3) Science
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(1) Fine Arts
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(3) Social Studies
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(1) Advanced Placement Course
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(2) Foreign Language
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(4) Technical Courses (If on Dual Path)
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20 hrs. community service
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Overall “C” average
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95% Attendance
No out of School Suspension
Pass state assessments (Gateway exams)
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Graduation Requirements
A diploma shall be awarded to students who have the following: (1) satisfactory record of attendance, (2) acceptable scores on the three Gateway Exit Exams (Alg.I, Biology, and English II), and (3) either a satisfactorily completed Individualized Education Program (IEP) as certified by a multi-disciplinary team or the appropriate units of scholastic credit earned in grades nine through twelve according to the following information:
Core
Subject Units
English 4
*Mathematics 3
**Science 3
Social Studies 3
Wellness (Health/PE) 1
Total 14
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Technical Preparation
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*** University Preparation
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4 Units in 1 Voc/Tech Area
10 units of Electives
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2 units Foreign Language
1 unit Fine Arts
11 units of Electives
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Total 28 credits
* One of the three mathematics units must be earned in Algebra I. Knox County requires seniors on the university or dual path to have a math course.
** U.S. History, Government/Economics and World History or World Geography, American Business Legal Systems/International Business may substitute for Government/Economics. (A full credit of Marketing may substitute for ½ credit of Economics.)
*** Math units in university preparation must consist of Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II. Note: Additional information on graduation requirements and college and career planning is available in the guidance office.
GRADING SCALE
Grade Percentage Range
A 93-100
B 85-92
C 75-84
D 70-74
F 0 -69
· Weighting for Advanced Placement may include the addition of 5 percentage points to grades used to calculate the semester average.
· Weighting for Honors Courses may include the addition of 3 percentage points to grades used to calculate the semester average.
Assigning additional quality points above 4.0 for honors courses, AP courses is not allowed for the purpose of determining eligibility for the lottery scholarships.
Note: Students are responsible for ordering AP College Board tests through the Guidance Office. Payment must accompany the order(s). AP exams are administered in May.
End-of-Course Tests
Examination dates for the entire school year are published well in advance so that families may plan accordingly to avoid conflicts on examination testing dates. Our staff will not be asked by the administration to give examinations early except in very exceptional situations.
ALL students will be taking an End of Course Test (E.O.C.) in each course. Some E.O.C. tests are constructed collaboratively by Knox County teachers; other E.O.C. tests are constructed collaboratively at each individual school. Foundations II, English I, U.S. History, and Physical Science E.O.C. tests are constructed on the state level and are given statewide. Gateway exams are state-mandated E.O.C. tests given in three (3) courses – Algebra I, Biology, and English II. Passing scores on the Gateway exams are required for graduation. END OF COURSE TESTS COUNT 15% OF THE FINAL COURSE GRADE.
SYSTEM-WIDE EXAM SCHEDULES 2008-2009
FALL TERM: Thursday, December 18
Friday, December 19
Monday, January 5 (make up)
SPRING TERM: Senior Exams Only:
(Senior Exam Schedule determined by Graduation Date; two days prior to Graduation Practice)
*Tuesday, May 12
*Wednesday, May 13
Thursday, May 14
*State EOC’s are also scheduled for these days; however, this should only impact a small number of seniors.
SPRING TERM: Underclassmen Exams:
Wednesday, May 20
Thursday, May 21
Friday, May 22 (make-up)
Grade Reporting
All classes grades are cumulative, representing all class work from beginning of the course to the date of the report. Each successive report is not the average of previous grade reports; rather, it represents the compiled scores of all daily lessons, homework, projects, quizzes, examinations and other classroom assignments during the entire 22, 45, 67, or 90 days covered by the report.
Grades will be distributed within 5 days of the dates listed below:
Note: All grade reports will be distributed in homerooms
except for the end of term reports which will be mailed.
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First Term
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Second Term
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Sept. 5
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End4 weeks grading
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February 6
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Oct. 10
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End 9 weeks grading
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March 13
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Nov. 21
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End 13 weeks grading
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April 24
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Dec. 19
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End Term (grades mailed)
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May 22
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Relationships
ü No pushing, scuffling, or horseplay
ü No hazing, harassing, or name-calling.
ü No P.D.A (public display of affection)
ü No Fighting (totally unacceptable)
Restricted Areas
Students are not allowed in the following areas:
ü Parking lots or vehicles during school hours without administrative permission.
ü Rooms or areas designated “Staff Only.”
ü Instructional Areas during lunch periods.
ü Hallways, bushes, or any unsupervised area during classes w/o permission.
ü In the building or on campus after 4:oo without staff supervision for a school activity.
Guidelines for Students Messages, Packages, Flowers, Balloons, etc…
ü To avoid excessive announcements, interruptions, and the overloading of office personnel, only emergency messages or packages (such as forgotten lunches, lunch money, etc.) from parents or guardians will be accepted for distribution to students during school hours. Students will be called to the office between classes only.
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Personal Belongings
ü Students should not bring iPods, MP3 players, CD players, headsets, large amounts of money or other personal belongings to school due to the risk of loss or theft. iPods, MP3 players, CD players, headsets, cell phones, etc, should not be used on school property during school hours; these will be confiscated if visible. The school cannot be responsible for such items that may be lost or stolen while at school.
Knox County Schools
2008-2009 School Calendar
August 11 First Day for students (Full Day)
September 1 Student/ Teacher Holiday--Labor Day
September 5 End High School 4 1/2-weeks grading
October 10 End High School 9-weeks Grading
October 20-24 Fall Holidays
November 4 Student Holiday/Teacher In-service
November 21 End High school 13-weeks Grading
November 26 ½ Day for Students
November 27-28 Thanksgiving Holidays
December 19 End High School 18 weeks Grading ½ day for students
December 22-Jan.2 Mid-Winter Holidays
January 5 Student Holiday-Staff Development Day
January 6 First Day of the Second Semester
January 19 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day-Holiday
February 6 End High School 4 ½ -weeks Grading
February 16 Student Holiday/ Teacher In-Service
February 17 Student Holiday/ Staff Development
March 13 End High School 9-weeks Grading
March 16-20 Spring Break
April 10 Student/ Teacher Holiday—Good Friday
April 13 Student Holiday/ Teacher In-Service
April 24 End High School 13-weeks Grading
May 5 (Fri.) Student Holiday/ Staff Development
May 14-16 High School Commencements
May 22 End Second Semester- ½ day for Students
May 26 Teacher in-service
Make-up Procedures of Instructional Days Canceled Due To Inclement Weather:
(1) First five days missed: use days earned by extended hours
(2) Next two days missed: change from administrative days to instructional days of Feb. 16 and May 26, 2009
(3) Additional days missed: extend the school year through Friday, May 29,2009.
Equal Opportunity Notice
The Knox County School System affirms that it will comply with Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Age Discrimination Act in Employment Act of 1967.
No person shall, on the ground of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or veteran status, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance or be subjected to discrimination in employment opportunities or benefits.
Anyone who believes that Knox County School System has discriminated against them or another individual may file a complaint. Knox County Schools has designated the following people to handle such grievances to comply with the law. Students complaints of discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to the Section 504 Compliance Coordinator, Room 909 of the Andrew Johnson Building at (865) 594-1540. Complaints of discrimination on the basis of disability, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or veteran status should be directed to the Title VI, Title IX and ADA Coordinator, Room 1517 of the Andrew Johnson Building at (865) 594-1918 and/or the following:
Title VI Coordinator
Tennessee Department of Education
and/or
The Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
P.O. Box 2048, 04-3010
Atlanta, Georgia 30301-2048
