Franklin High School2018-2019 Parent-Student Handbook

“Strong Together”

310 Crescent DriveFranklin, Virginia 23851Phone: 757-562-5187Fax: 757-562-3656

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2018-2019 Key Contacts

~Administration~Travis W. Felts - Principal

Wayne Carter – Assistant PrincipalJoan McCullough – Instructional Technology Specialist

~Guidance Department~Ale Massenburg - Guidance Counselor

Sandy Atkinson – School Testing Coordinator

~School Office Staff~Jewel Johnson - Secretary

Shannon Stoffer – Bookkeeper/Secretary

~ School Nurse~Sharon Martin

~Athletic Department~Dave Lease - Athletic Director

Larry Gamble – Asst. Athletic Director

~ Department Chairpersons~ Kathy Gray – EnglishChris Gorgei – History

Lovetta Britt – MathCrystal Daughtrey – Science

Derrick Robinson – Career & Technical EducationTeresa Rawlings – Special Education

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Principal’s Message

Principal’s Message

Bronco Students,Welcome to the 2018-19 school year! Because of you and our outstanding teachers and staff, Franklin High School is “FULLY ACCREDITED” again for 2018-19! This is our fifth consecutive year of being “Fully Accredited” and we intend to make it six in a row this school year. We met the benchmarks for English, mathematics, history, science, and graduation rate. Not only did we meet the benchmarks, but we exceeded our 3-year average in some categories, which proves we are growing, not just sustaining, our academic success. Our goal is to continue the positive growth and momentum in 2018-19.

Our theme for 2018-19 is “Strong Together”. Franklin High School currently has 283 students, 29 teachers, 20 support staff, and 3 administrators. If we all work together as a family, through the good and bad times, we will achieve our goals. We must stay “Strong Together” to continue the winning tradition of FHS. Winners stay strong through prosperity and adversity, embrace challenges, and see obstacles as opportunities for growth. We have a winning tradition at FHS in academics, athletics, and everything we do. It is our duty to maintain this winning tradition in 2018-19.

Please take time to read through this handbook and discuss it with your family and teachers. This handbook has been developed to answer questions about Franklin High School and to help you and your parents become familiar with the policies and procedures in place that make FHS a safe and enjoyable learning environment for everyone. This handbook should serve as a reference guide for you and your family when questions arise throughout the school year.

Your high school experience is what you make of it. Franklin High School offers many opportunities for growth in academics, athletics, and community service through our curriculum, sports program, clubs and organizations. I encourage you to get involved. Extra-curricular and co-curricular activities will help you develop leadership skills, improve social skills, and make school more enjoyable.

I am proud to serve the outstanding students, faculty, and staff at Franklin High School. If we continue to work together as a team, we will have an outstanding school year. Our number one priority is to help you be successful. Continue to strive for excellence in everything you do.

Go Broncos! Strong Together!Travis W. FeltsTravis W. FeltsPrincipal

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Franklin High School 2018 – 2019Important Testing Dates

SEMESTER 1

OCTOBER2-3 BENCHMARK TESTING16-19 SOL Fall Writing Paper / Pencil Only (MC & Prompt)23-26 SOL Fall Writing Online – (MC & Prompt)

NOVEMBER1-2 BENCHMARK TESTING (Midterm Exams)

DECEMBER3-7 SOL Fall Writing Term Grad 2nd Attempt5-7 SOL Non-Writing Retakes11-12 BENCHMARK TESTING13-14 SOL Non-Writing Expedited Retakes

JANUARY22 SOL Non-Writing: History23 SOL Non-Writing: Science24 SOL Non-Writing: Reading25 SOL Non-Writing: Math28 - Feb.1 SOL Non-Writing: Makeups & Expedited Retakes29-30 Final Exams

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SEMESTER 2

FEBRUARY28 - Mar.1 BENCHMARK TESTING MARCH5-8 SOL Spring Writing: Pencil / Paper Only

(MC & Prompt) 5-8 SOL Spring Writing Online (MC & Prompt)

APRIL4-5 BENCHMARK TESTING (Midterm Exams)10-12 SOL Non-Writing Retakes16-19 SOL Spring Writing Term Grad 2nd Attempt17-19 SOL Non-Writing Expedited Retakes

MAY14-15 BENCHMARK TESTING 28 SOL Non-Writing: History29 SOL Non-Writing: Science30 SOL Non Writing: Reading31 SOL Non Writing: Math JUNE3-11 Makeups & Expedited Retakes6-7 Senior Final Exams13-14 Final Exams 14 GRADUATION

** No student will be required to take more than one SOL test per day.

FORWARD

Education is the primary purpose of the public school. In order for teachers to teach and students to learn, an atmosphere conducive to learning must be consistently maintained. Accordingly, the teacher is the recognized authority in the classroom.

Discipline is defined as well-ordered, directed behavior. Responsibilities in the positive development and maintenance of disciplined behavior are shared by the parents, guardians, students, teachers, principals, administrative and support personnel, superintendent and school board. Discipline shall be maintained without the use of corporal punishment, which is prohibited in the school system.

Every student has a right to an environment that encourages learning and is free of disruption. The school board has a duty to the community to operate orderly and effective schools. The authority to control and discipline students is required to carry out that duty.

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This handbook presents guidelines on behavior and school citizenship for students that are based on policy of the Franklin City School Board. The following broad categories related to student conduct are included:

Basic rights and responsibilitiesThe student Code of ConductBus and bus stop behavior

The rules of conduct and sanctions for violations detailed in the document are part of a heightened effort to monitor student behavior. The explanations of violations and the definition of terms have been expanded to assist students in understanding the expected behaviors.

A set of rules does not replace the administrator’s judgment in the review of discipline incidents. (Violations of the laws of Virginia will be handled pursuant to normal arrest procedures and are not within the administrator’s jurisdiction.) In order for schools to be safe and orderly places for learning, rules must be obeyed. These rules are written to give direction. However, in daily activities, one basic rule is that good sound judgment must be exercised in light of conditions of the moment.

BASIC RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe maintenance of a positive school climate conducive to the students’ pursuit of learning, is shared by parent/guardian(s), students, and all school personnel. Each is expected to work positively toward this goal and to respect the individuality and the rights of every person. Parent(s)/Guardian(s), students, and school personnel are also expected to deal effectively with behavior concerns.

RESPONSIBILITIESA. SCHOOL BOARD RESPONSIBILITIES1. To adopt a fair and consistent discipline policy that establishes clear standards of student

behavior.2. To ensure, through the Superintendent of Schools, that there is fair and consistent application of

the discipline policy by school employees.

B. PARENT(S)/GUARDIAN(S) RESPONSIBILITIES1. To assume legal responsibility for the behavior of the child as determined by law and community

practice and to ensure that the child is familiar with the discipline policy and regulations.2. To teach the child self-discipline, respect for authority and for the rights of others.3. To make sure that the child attends school regularly and that the school receives notification of

the reason for absences when the child cannot attend.4. To work to the best of his/her ability to provide materials and a positive home learning

environment for the child to succeed in school.5. To maintain communications with the school and provide the school with a current telephone

number through which he/she may be reached during the school day.6. To respond quickly to the school to get the child when called upon.7. To be available for conferences when requested.8. To cooperate with the school staff to develop strategies to benefit the child.

C. STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES1. To be aware of and abide by system wide policies, regulations, and school guidelines regarding

acceptable behavior.2. To be responsible for one’s own behavior.3. To conduct oneself in a manner which is conducive to learning and does not interfere with the

teacher’s right to teach or the students’ right to learn.4. To respect the personal, civil, and property rights of all members of the school community.5. To refrain from the use of physical force, verbal abuse or harassment, blackmail, stealing,

vandalism, and other illegal activities.6. To seek clarification from school personnel concerning the appropriateness of any action or

behavior.7. To attend school and classes regularly, on-time, and be prepared with the necessary learning

materials.

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8. To know and follow the policies and regulations for every event considered part of the school program regardless of the time or place.

9. To immediately comply with staff members’ reasonable request to carry out school rules.

D. TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES1. To provide opportunities for all students to develop self-discipline and respect for the rights

of others.2. To accept shared responsibility for control and discipline of students throughout the school

building and property.3. To consider the physical, social, intellectual and emotional development of the students.4. To establish and inform students of individual classroom behavior expectations and to

maintain discipline within the classroom.5. To provide appropriate learning opportunities for all students.6. To be aware of and abide by system wide policies, regulations and school guidelines for

discipline.7. To confer with support personnel for possible solutions to inappropriate student behavior

and attend conferences upon request.8. To use positive reinforcement, whenever possible, and not ridicule or use negative judgment

comparison when correcting a student.9. To report to parent/guardian at regular reporting periods and at other times, when

appropriate, regarding the acceptability of a student’s behavior.10. To utilize all reasonable classroom strategies in addressing disruptive behavior prior to

referring a student for out of class disciplinary action.11. To refer in writing a disruptive student to the principal or his/her designee when appropriate

teacher-initiated strategies have been unsuccessful or the severity of the offense makes it necessary.

E. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES1. To consistently apply the Student Code of Conduct ensuring clear standards and

consequences for student behavior.2. To maintain order on the campus. The principal of each school has the primary responsibility

for maintaining order on the campus.3. To discipline students and to assign duties to teachers with regard to discipline. The principal

shall have authority to exercise discipline over the pupils of the school pursuant to the policies adopted by the local board of education.

4. To report certain acts to law enforcement. When the principal has personal knowledge or actual notice from school personnel that an act has occurred on school property involving assault resulting in serious personal injury, sexual assault, sexual offense, rape, kidnapping, indecent liberties with a minor, assault involving the use of a weapon, possession of a firearm in violation of the law, or possession of a controlled substance in violation of the law, the principal shall immediately report the act to the appropriate local law enforcement agency.

5. To assign duties and responsibilities to an assistant principal designated by the local board or to an acting principal designated by the principal.

6. To assume the overall responsibility for the implementation of procedures and rules that are necessary to establish standards of acceptable student behavior in the school

7. To be readily available to handle disruptive behavior, discipline and emergency situations.8. To communicate effectively to parents the expectations of the school discipline program and

the role of the parent/family in supporting the efforts of the school in providing a safe school environment.

9. To develop a strategic plan that will mobilize community resources/agencies that can provide additional services and support to the school discipline program.

10. To provide in-service to teachers and parents on issues related to a sound disciplinary program, i.e., intervention strategies, establishing effective rules and consequences, legal issues, etc.

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11. To develop a viable communication network that informs the community, parents, and staff of the status and modification of the school’s discipline policies and procedures.

12. To continuously monitor and assess current data in order to make disciplinary strategies to fit the needs of the school.

VISION STATEMENTFranklin City Public Schools is dedicated to delivering excellence to ensure every student is college, career, and citizen ready in a 21st century learning environment.

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission at FHS is to cultivate knowledge, to promote civic responsibility, to provide opportunities for the exploration of interests and abilities, to foster positive attitudes, and to develop essential skills necessary for all students to become productive citizens capable of thriving in the dynamic world of the 21st century.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SCHOOL & DIVISION QUALITY PROFILESThe VDOE School Quality Profile for the school and the VDOE Division Quality Profile for the Franklin City Public School division are posted on the FCPS division website at www.fcpsva.org. The Quality Profile can also be made available for review at the school office or the FCPS School Board Office, upon request.

Parents have the right to request information regarding the qualifications of their child’s teacher(s). Please contact the Franklin City Public Schools Human Resources Department for this information at 757-569-8111 extension 5501.

ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBER CHANGES Students who change their residence, mailing address, or telephone number after enrolling in school, must report the changes promptly to school secretary and guidance counselor so that records can be corrected and kept current.

ANNOUNCEMENTSSchool announcements will be made on the public address system each morning following the tardy bell for first block and at 2:40 in the afternoon prior to student dismissal. Announcements must be written legibly on a form obtained in the office and signed by a teacher or administrator. Students are expected to remain quiet and attentive during the reading of announcements.

ARRIVAL TO SCHOOL AND DEPARTUREUpon arrival to school students are not to loiter in the parking lot, in cars, or elsewhere on school grounds. Students must report directly to the school building. All students must leave the building by 2:55 unless they are participating in a scheduled activity under the supervision of a teacher or coach.

MOMENT OF SILENCEThe 2000 session of the General Assembly amended the State Code of Virginia to require daily observation of a moment of silence, not to exceed one minute in every classroom in the public schools in Virginia. The

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moment of silence will be observed each morning prior to morning announcements. The teacher will ensure that all students remain seated and silent and make no distracting display during this time.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEThe General Assembly has provided for the daily reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance in the public schools in Virginia. The reciting of the pledge will take place following the moment of silence.

LOST AND FOUNDLost and found items are kept in the main office. Please check there immediately if you have lost articles. Students are strongly urged to secure their personal belongings and valuables. If articles are not picked up within two weeks, they will be disposed of.

SCHOOL DANCESHigh school dances are important social events for students and provide a structured forum for rhythmic expression and creativity. However, the school must maintain a reasonable standard of appropriate behavior and dance movements. Students must recognize that movements and dance style present in non-school settings or as portrayed in the entertainment industry are not always appropriate in the high school setting. Therefore, the following guidelines will be used to determine appropriate behavior at school dances. Dances at Franklin High School are primarily limited to the annual Homecoming dance and the Junior Senior Prom. Any other dance must have the approval of the principal.

• All school rules apply at dances, including those pertaining to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, dress code, discipline code, etc.

• Dances are for Franklin High School students only. All guests are required to fill out a guest request from, which must be turned in to the principal’s office prior to the dance for approval. Middle school and elementary school students are not allowed to attend high school dances.

• Students that are being disruptive will be discretely warned and then asked to leave the dance if the disruptive behavior continues.

• Students are not allowed to leave the dance and return.• Students are not allowed to dance by lying on the floor with the exceptions of break dancing.• Lewd or sexually suggestive dancing will not be tolerated Movements that advocate violence or threaten student safety will not be allowed.• The school administrators and staff chaperones will use their best judgment to identify dance

moves or styles that are contrary to the above policy.• Students will be warned once about inappropriate dance movements. A second violation will

result in dismissal from the dance.

EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGSAttempts are made to contact the following stations; however, not all stations are available when contacts are made. Inclement weather makeup days are taken in the order they appear on the calendar unless a change is announced. STUDENTS CHARGED WITH COMMITTING CERTAIN CRIMESThe principal will receive notification from local law enforcement authorities and/or superintendent when students in their school commit certain crimes related to weapons, alcohol or drugs, or intentional injury. The superintendent may recommend to the school board that disciplinary action be taken as a result of the offense. Upon receiving this information, an administrative decision will be made as to whether the student will continue in the regular day school, be suspended for a specified period of time, or be placed in an alternative setting for a specified period of time.The Code of Virginia requires that the principal or his designee be notified of all incidents “involving (i) the assault, assault and battery, sexual assault, death, shooting, stabbing, cutting, or wounding of any person on a school bus, on school property, or at a school-sponsored activity; (ii) any conduct involving alcohol, marijuana, a controlled substance, imitation controlled substance, or an anabolic steroid on a school bus, on school property, or at a school-sponsored activity; (iii) any threats against school personnel while on a school bus, on school property or at a school-sponsored activity; or (iv) the illegal carrying of a firearm onto school property.” The principal is required to report these incidents to the superintendent. The principal is

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also required to report any incidents which may “constitute a criminal offense” to the local law-enforcement agency. The superintendent is required to make such information available to the general public.

USE OF METAL DETECTORS Weapons or explosives of any kind are prohibited on school property, in school buildings, or at school related functions. Possession of weapons or explosives is a violation of school board policy and will subject an individual to disciplinary action and possible criminal penalties. The administration possesses the authority to take all reasonable, necessary, and proper measures provided by law and School Board policy and regulations to safeguard the students, employees, and property of the Franklin City Schools Division, including, but not limited to, the use of stationary or mobile metal detectors. In any situation in which metal detectors are used in a setting in which the public will be screened, law enforcement officers or security guards hired by the school board shall be present. The purpose of the metal detector scan is to prevent and deter weapons and explosive devices from entering the schools. At all times, the degree and nature of the inspection are not to go beyond what is necessary to allow staff to carry out its responsibility.

PROCEDURES FOR METAL DETECTOR USE Persons may be subject to search by use of a metal detector either wand or free standing under the following conditions:

When there is reasonable suspicion that someone has a weapon as reported by staff or other persons.

During extra-curricular activities such as athletic events, dances, and talent shows. Random checks at designated places during the school day which may include but is not limited

to the following: buses, classrooms, and building entrances.

PROCEDURES FOR PAT DOWN When there is a reasonable suspicion or during random checks, students who have objects (including briefcases, knapsacks, purses, book bags, etc) which activate the metal detector will be escorted to an isolated area nearest the checking area as designated by the school principal. Students will be asked to remove objects in his or her possession. The student will then be screened again by the metal detector. Should the metal detector be reactivated on this second screening, then the student may be subjected to a “pat down” search by the school administrator or his or her designee, with another school employee present.

REFUSAL OF PAT DOWN If the student refuses, the police department will be contacted and the student will be subject to discipline in accordance with school board policy. Any other person refusing to cooperate with school personnel under this procedure shall be required to leave school property immediately. Upon confirmation that this policy has been violated, a recommendation will be made by the school administrator for disciplinary action in accordance with school board policy.

STRIP SEARCHES School personnel shall not have the authority under this policy to engage in a “strip search” of any student.

CONFISCATION OF CONTRABAND & POSTING OF POLICY Any kind of property and/or contraband, even though it may or may not have activated the metal detector shall be confiscated, tagged, and recorded on appropriate forms and turned over to the Franklin Police Department or other appropriate agency for proper handling. Any contraband seized by school personnel pursuant to this policy may be admissible in any subsequent criminal or administrative proceeding. This policy shall be disseminated to all employees, students, and parents in addition to being conspicuously posted at extra-curricular activities. Adopted: 11/08/07. Legal References: Virginia Code § 22.1-78 (1950), as amended, and § 22.1-279.3:1

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SEARCH AND SEIZURESLockers and other storage facilities are the property of the school board and are lent to students for his/her use during school hours. School officials have the authority to open and inspect any and all storage spaces. School officials also have the right to search any student and students’ personal belongings when there is reasonable suspicion to believe that the student possesses an item which violates the law, school policies and regulations, or which may be harmful to the school or its students. School administrators also have the authority to conduct routine patrols of the student parking lot. Automobiles on school property are subject to search whenever a school administrator has reasonable suspicion to believe that illegal or unauthorized materials are contained in or on an automobile. Random searches may be conducted on school property using metal detectors or dogs capable of detecting drugs, bombs, and firearms.

INDEBTEDNESS1. Students who owe money to the school resulting from club sales, damaged or lost

books, damage to school property, library fees, damaged or lost school uniforms etc. are expected to pay promptly.

2. At the end of the school year, those students who have not paid their debts will be placed on an indebtedness list maintained by the principal.

3. Final report cards will be withheld until all debts have been paid.4. Graduating seniors whose debts have not been paid will not receive their official

transcript until all outstanding financial obligations have been taken care of.

ATTENDANCE POLICY/PROCEDURES FOR ABSENCE AND TARDINESSIt is the parent’s responsibility to ensure that his/her child/children are present and on time every school day. If a child is absent or tardy, the parent must contact the school and provide the school with a reason for the absence or tardy. It is essential that all students are present and on time so that classes may begin and continue uninterrupted. Absences and tardies cause students to miss instruction and the opportunity to participate in activities that are essential to the learning process. The school administration shall endeavor to minimize or eliminate class cutting, tardiness, and absences.

COMPULSORY SCHOOL ATTENDANCESeeing that all school-age children in the division not otherwise excused from attending school receive an education, either at a public school or by means of one of the alternative methods set forth in the Code of Virginia Title 22.1-254, shall be the responsibility of the superintendent. In addition, Federal attendance benchmarks are set annually at 94%. The maximum number of absences per class a student may have at the high school without failure in a semester is 10.

ABSENCES AND TARDINESSStudents not physically present at the start of class shall be marked absent. Students will only be allowed to enter class after the start of the class if they have an admit slip from the office. Students entering class after the start of the class shall be marked tardy. Three unexcused tardies equates to an unexcused absence. High school students having more than ten (10) absences per semester will receive a failing grade in that subject for the semester.

TRUANCYAny student who is absent from school without the knowledge and or permission of his/her parents or school authorities is considered TRUANT. Truancy may result in legal action taken by the school board against the truant student and/or his/her parent(s) or guardian.

EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCESWhen extenuating circumstances apply to a student’s absences, a parent may request an Attendance Appeal Application from the school principal. The parent can then submit the application and documentation for the child’s absences to the principal, who will then initiate the attendance review process. Distinctions are made in this policy regarding exempted, excused, and unexcused absences as follows:

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FRANKLIN CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLSSTUDENT ATTENDANCE

ANDTRUANCY PREVENTION

PROCEDURES

Student attendance is a cooperative effort and the School Board shall involve parents and students in accepting the responsibility for good attendance. Each parent/guardian or person having control or charge of a child within the compulsory attendance age shall be responsible for such child’s regular and punctual attendance at school as required under the provisions of Virginia law.

The value of a student’s education is jeopardized when a student is absent from school. Absences from school causes them to miss instructional time and that can have a negative effect on s student’s educational progress. Therefore, every effort should be made to have students present in school every day so that they will not miss valuable instructional time. Picking students up from school early or bringing them to school late on a regular basis also causes them to miss instructional time.

FHS ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES:

STUDENT ATTENDANCE POLICY

Virginia Law states that children between the ages of 5 and 18 MUST attend school. School personnel are responsible for making sure that each child attends school.

The following procedures will be followed to help improve student attendance and avoid student truancy.

1. An initial letter to all families/parents about the protocol and possible consequences of being absent from school and student truancy will be placed in the student handbook.

2. Parents are asked to notify the school by 8:15 a.m. if the student will be absent.

3. The school will run absence reports daily.

4. Automated telephone calls will be made to every family whenever a student has an absence. Teachers will also follow-up with phone calls to parents.

5. Written notes explaining a student absence must be received within five days following the absence. Every absence is considered unexcused until a written explanation is received in writing and approved by the principal or his/her designee.

6. The school will ensure that all absences are appropriately coded and entered in a timely manner in PowerSchool.

THREE ABSENCES

7. The Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant will check the absence report run by the school and should be notified of the students who have accumulated three excused/ unexcused or unverified absences.

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8. A WARNING letter will be sent home to parents after a student has had three cumulative absences (excused, unexcused or unverified) to stress the importance of student attendance and the impact it has on academic achievement. The school will keep a weekly log of who letters are being sent to. The Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant will be sent copies of the 3-day WARNING letters.

FIVE ABSENCES

9. After a student has received FIVE cumulative absences (excused, unexcused or unverified), the school will send a letter to the parents and will keep a weekly log of who letters are being sent to.

10. The school will contact the Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant and inform him of who letters are being sent to and will send him a copy of the letters that are mailed out to parents.

11. If the FIVE absences are unverified and/ or unexcused, parents will be notified to attend an Attendance Review Team meeting,

The Attendance Review Team will consist of:o Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistanto Assistant Principalo School Counselor

The Attendance Review Team will meet during the school day. The meeting will result in an Attendance Improvement Plan agreed to and imposed on the family and a signed notification detailing the compulsory attendance law. If the root causes of truancy are due to need/deficiencies that can be addressed through services, then those connections and referrals can be made to put services in place. The Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant will contact the Juvenile Court Services to make that office aware of the student absences.

SIX ABSENCES

12. After a student has received six cumulative absences (excused, unexcused or unverified), the school will send a letter to the parents and will keep a weekly log of who letters are being sent to.

13. The school will contact the Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant and inform him of who letters are being sent to and will send him a copy of the letters that are mailed out to parents.

14. Upon receiving notice and copies of the letters sent to parents of students who have six or more unverified and/ or unexcused absences, the Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant will make direct contact with parents to schedule a second Attendance Review Team meeting.

The Attendance Review Team will consist of:o Attendance Officero Assistant Principalo School Counseloro Community partners, as needed

The Attendance Review Team will meet during the school day and meetings will be held at each respective school. The purpose of this meeting will be to review the

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Attendance Improvement Plan agreed to and imposed on the family and also review the signed notification detailing the compulsory attendance law. If the root causes of truancy are due to need/deficiencies that can be addressed through services, a second look at the need for and appropriateness of providing services to the family will be taken. The Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant will contact the Juvenile Court Services to make that office aware of the student absences.

The Attendance Review Team will seek outside services for students/parents, as needed. The case will be referred to FAPT as needed.

Parental Support Seminars and/or Trainings may be included as part of the Truancy Improvement Plan.

The Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant will notify DSS of the unexcused and/ or unverified student absences over six for the parents receiving Medicaid and other DSS services and the Franklin Redevelopment Housing Authority of parents receiving subsidized housing.

If a student is under 18 years of age and has 10 or more unexcused or unverified absences from school, the principal may notify the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, which may take action to suspend the student’s driver’s license.

Parents are advised that the alternative to attending and cooperating with the Attendance Review Team meeting is that proceedings will be filed against them in the Juvenile and Domestic Court.

SEVEN ABSENCES

15. Should absences persist (the student accumulates seven unverified absences) indicating that the Attendance Plan has not provided improvements in attendance, the Attendance Officer/Student Services Assistant shall enforce the Virginia Compulsory Attendance Law by either or both of the following: filing a petition with the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court alleging the student is in need of supervision (CHINS) or instituting proceedings against the parent/s or guardian/s.

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE COMMITTEE

A School Attendance Committee, approved by the building principal, shall be established in each school and will meet to consider extenuating circumstances. The School Attendance Committee will meet at the end of each semester or year to review all referred cases of class absences in excess of ten (10) per year at the high and middle school levels and the ten (10) days absence per year at the elementary school level. This committee will be responsible for reviewing the cases of students who will receive failing grades for the class or the school year for exceeding the maximum number of absences.

The School Attendance Committee will review all referred cases with documentation and may recommend to the superintendent or his/her designee waiver of this policy if such is warranted by extenuating circumstances. The superintendent or his/her designee may accept or reject the recommendation. In cases where no waiver of the policy is granted, the student and his parent/guardian shall be notified of the School Attendance Committee’s recommendation and his/her right to appeal to the School Board.

EXEMPTED ABSENCES1. Results when a student is away from school due to a school function (e.g.,

athletic functions; field trip).

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2. Illness for which a doctor’s note is presented.3. Evidence of appearance in court or before a state agency that could not be done

after school hours.4. Death in the immediate family for which documentation is presented.

Immediate family includes: parent/guardian, grandparents, siblings, aunts. Uncles, in-laws and any other relative living in the household.

5. Approved college visitation (2 days) – Seniors Only6. In-school suspension7. Absences due to extenuating circumstances which are classified as such by the

Attendance Review Committee, will be marked Absent/Exempted

EXCUSED ABSENCES – These absences result from the following:1. Absence or illness for which a parent/guardian note is presented.2. Family emergencies (maximum of 2 days)3. FHS approved religious holiday4. Other extenuating circumstances which are to be reviewed and so classified as

such by the Attendance Review Committee. Missed class work will be handled in the same manner described above. (Absences in excess of 10 days in a semester will result in failure for that semester).

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES (or tardies where applicable) – These absences or tardies result from the following:

1. Suspension from school2. Absence for the conduct of business that could be done during non-school

hours.3. Leaving school/missing class without permission from the principal or

designee.4. Absence for which no note is presented within 5 school days of the absence5. Car trouble6. Inclement weather7. Parents running late8. Oversleeping9. Family vacations10. Babysitting11. Missing the bus12. Truancy

Teachers and other appropriate school-based personnel shall investigate the causes of absences and tardiness at the direction of the principal. The following procedures shall be in effect:The school will attempt to call the parent of every absent student each day.PARENTS ARE ASKED TO CALL THE SCHOOL OFFICE PRIOR TO 8:15 AM ON EACH DAY THAT THEIR SON’DAUGHTER WILL BE ABSENT.

VERIFIED & UNVERIFIED ABSENCEA verified absence indicates that the child’s parent/guardian has communicated with the school that they are aware of their child’s absence from school. Verified absences may be exempt, excused, or unexcused.Unverified absence indicates that no correspondence from the parent/guardian was received by Franklin High School in regard to their child’s absence. An e-mail, note, or phone call from the parent/guardian is an acceptable form of correspondence.

ATTENDANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE-APPOINTED AND PROCEDUREA Truancy Review Committee approved by the superintendent shall be established and meet to consider extenuating circumstances. The truancy Review Committee will review all referred cases of class absences in excess of ten (10) days per year at the high, and ten

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(10) days per year at the middle school, and ten (10) days absence per year at the elementary school level. This committee will be responsible for reviewing the cases of students who will receive failing grades for each semester on the high school level and for the year at the middle and elementary levels for exceeding the maximum number of absences.The Truancy Review Committee will review all referred cases with documentation and may recommend to the superintendent or his/her designee waiver of this policy if such is warranted by extenuating circumstances. The superintendent or his/her designee may accept or reject the recommendation. In cases where no waiver of the policy is granted, the student and his parent/guardian shall be notified of the Truancy Review Committee’s recommendation and his/her right to appeal to the school board. ADMIT SLIPSUpon returning to school following an absence, students must present a note to the main office from their parent or guardian, doctor, clinic, court, state agency, or other legitimate sources explaining the nature of the absence. Students who fail to bring a note within five (5) days following and absence will receive an automatic unexcused absence.

TARDY TO SCHOOLThose students who are tardy to school must report to the office to sign in. The student will obtain a tardy slip that must be shown to the teacher of that class block. This procedure is very important for attendance information. If a student does not follow this procedure, he/she may be recorded as absent for the day. The tardy slip acknowledges to the teacher that the student did sign in and will not be recorded as absent.

EARLY DISMISSALStudents shall not be permitted to leave school prior to dismissal at the request of or in the company of anyone other than a school employee, police officer, a court official, or the parent who has custody of the student, unless previous written or verbal permission of such parent be first secured. Students may not leave school for lunch. Students may be granted permission to leave early in the case of sickness or some other pressing emergency, if consent is given by the parent or guardian and the principal or designee. Notes must contain the following information: date, student’s full name, time of dismissal, reason for dismissal, signature of a parent/guardian, and the phone number where the parent can be reached to verify the student’s dismissal. In order for any student to leave school early, the student must have permission from a parent or guardian AND THE PRINCIPAL OR DESIGNEE. All students must sign out in the office or other designated location before leaving school, including those students with prior approval. Failure to do this will result in disciplinary action.

MAKE-UP WORKMissed class work is the responsibility of the student. Missed class work will be made up in collaboration with the teacher. Students, who are absent on the day a previous assignment is due must turn in the assignment on the first day they return to that particular class. Assignments given on a day a student is absent must be turned in no later than four school days upon their return to that particular class. Make-up work from extended absences (3 or more consecutive days) must be turned in within five school days upon their return. Failure to turn in make up work by the end (3:00 pm) of the day that it is due will result in it being classified as late. The highest grades that can be given for late work is as follows: 1 day late-89, 2 days late 79, 3 days late 69, 4 days late 59. All late assignments turned in after the four or six day deadline will be given a grade of 50. All make-up work must be completed before the end of the nine-weeks marking period.

ALL VISITORS are requested to report to the school office when entering school property, including grounds. Persons who loiter with no legitimate reason for their presence shall be requested to report immediately to the principal or his designee.

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IN - SCHOOL SUSPENSION (ISS) In-school suspension is a program in which students who are suspended attend school but do not attend their regular classes. Students assigned to ISS must report to the ISS coordinator and spend the designated number of days in the ISS room where they will be given assignments by the coordinator. In order to be readmitted to regular classes, students must complete all requirements of the coordinator which include classroom assignments, homework, and following the ISS rules.

ISS Room Policies and ProceduresA. Students who have been assigned ISS must report to the ISS room by 7:40 a.m.B. All necessary books and school supplies must be taken to ISS when students report as they will not be permitted to go to lockers during the school day.C. Students are not to talk or socialize with each other in any way.D. Students will be permitted to leave the ISS room only three designated times a day under the immediate supervision of the coordinator. 1) 9:45 Restroom, 2) 11:30 lunch and, 3) 1:15 RestroomE. Students will not be permitted to attend or participate in any school activities during the day or after regular school hours while assigned to ISS.F. Students must complete all class assignments before they will be readmitted to their regular classes.G. Failure to abide by all rules may result in additional time in ISS or OSS.H. Students who refuse to report to ISS will receive double the time for OSS.

AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION After school detention will be held from 2:45 – 4:30 p.m. Students will adhere to all school rules and regulations and quietly engage in completing school assignments. It is the responsibility of the student and parent to provide transportation home from ASD. Also, arrangements must be made in advance by student and parent with the teacher if ASD date needs to be rescheduled. Failure to stay for ASD results in automatic assignment to ISS the following day.

ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONThis program is designed for students who have been removed from the regular education program for a specified period of time. Students are required to follow all rules and regulations while assigned to Alternative Education. Failure to do so may result in long term suspension or expulsion from school. The high school program will be housed at Franklin High School in room 100 from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM.

STUDENT DRESS AND GROOMINGThe Franklin City School Board recognizes the right of students and their parents to exercise personal judgement within certain boundaries, in matters of dress and grooming. The Board also recognizes that neatly attired and well-groomed students take more pride in themselves and are more likely to practice habits of self-discipline and to display a more positive attitude and demeanor toward all aspects of the division’s educational program. Appropriate dress and grooming contribute to a more productive learning environment.As with any public facility, the safety of the persons within that facility is first and foremost of the utmost importance. In Franklin City Public Schools, safety is a priority. In order to assure that our students are as safe as possible while within the confines of these buildings of learning, the School Board strongly endorses the following rules and dress code.

The Franklin City Public School division shall enforce a school dress code, in accordance with the Standards of Conduct provisions. The dress code shall prohibit student dress or grooming practices that:

• Present a hazard to the health or safety of the student or to others.• Interfere materially with schoolwork or school activities.• Create any disorder or disrupt the educational program.• Block vision or restrict movement.• Display vulgar or offensive language, regardless of the message.

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• Display any indication of membership in or affiliation with any gang or criminal activity.

• Display any indication of illegal substances.• Display any indication of sexual activity or innuendo.

Clothing worn by students shall be neat and presentable for the personal health and safety of the student. Clothing that detracts from the learning process or causes a disruption of the orderly function of the school shall not be worn. Students who choose to disregard the dress code will be requested to change their clothing. The following guidelines are in effect in reference to student dress.

1. Sundresses, spaghetti strapped, and strapless dresses are not allowed unless worn with an outer garment with sleeves that is not see through in nature.

2. Sleeveless tops are allowed as long as shoulders are covered.3. Tops that are low cut or show inappropriate cleavage are not allowed.4. ALL dresses and skirts, and skorts (INCLUDING SLITS) must be WORN one inch

above the knee or lower.5. No halter-tops are allowed.6. No see-through garments are allowed.7. No boxer shorts are allowed as outer garments.8. No gym shorts are allowed.9. No tank tops are allowed.10. Flip-flops are allowed; bedroom slippers and pajamas are not allowed.11. Biker shorts are not to be worn as an outer garment.12. No under garment shall be worn as an outer garment.13. All top garments must cover the waist and not expose the sides of the body.14. Garments which display indecent or culturally offensive pictures or slogans are not

allowed.15. Leggings, jeggings, tights, yoga pants, and excessively tight pants are not

permitted unless worn beneath an appropriate outer garment.16. Pants shall be worn above the waist with both legs rolled down.17. No hats, caps, scarfs, head coverings of any kind, or head band greater than 1

inch in thickness shall not be worn in the building.18. Glasses that are not needed for reading or sight may not be worn in the building.19. Headphones / earpieces may not be worn in the building unless requested by the

teacher for a class assignment.20. No jewelry with offensive weapons can be worn at any time.21. Any grooming or clothing item that causes a disruption of the learning environment

may be addressed by the school’s administration.22. Shorts and capris may be worn DAILY.23. Shorts may be worn 1 inch above the knee or lower.24. No pillows or blankets allowed.25. No pants with slits/holes higher than 1 inch above the knee that reveals skin.26. Clothing / jewelry may not display pictures that refer to weapons, drugs, alcohol,

sex, or include derogatory statements, gestures, or innuendos.

Any time missed from class to change will be unexcused and students will be placed in ISS until appropriate attire is attained.

File: JFCAAA

Students attending Alternative School shall wear uniforms as outlined in the regulations to this policy.

Exceptions to the content of this policy shall not be made unless compliance is in conflict with valid religious beliefs and practices. Students and parents shall be informed about the school’s dress

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code at the beginning of the school year or at any time during the year when the dress code is revised.

Adopted: 11/12/15Adopted as Revised: 03/18/16____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Legal Refs.: Code of Virginia, as amended, § 22.1-79.2 Broussard v. Sch. Bd. Of City of Norfolk, 801 F. Supp. 1526 (E.D.Va. 1992) Tinker v Des Moines Independent School District, 89 S.Ct.7(1969)

Cross Refs.: JFC Student Conduct JFC-R Student Code of Conduct

JGD/JGE Suspension and Expulsion of Students

FRANKLIN CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLThe following Dress Code/Uniform guidelines apply to all students attending

Alternative School:

SHIRTS Long or short sleeve collared polo shirt with collar – Solid white in color

PANTS/SHORTS/SHIRTS Woven or twill tan pantsNo spandex or jeggingsNo jean material allowed (this includes tan jeans) Girls – Tan walking shorts, skirt, jumper, or skort – no shorter than 1 inch above the knee

SOCKS AND SHOES Shoes: Solid color athletic shoes NO SHOES WITH PRINTS, NO NEON COLORED

SHOELACESNo open-toed shoes or sandals

Girls – Knee socks, hosiery, or tights in solid navy, black or white are permitted

NO FLIP FLOPS, CROCS, OR SANDALS

OUTER WEAR Coats, in school color or black, may be worn during the day.

NO sweatshirts with hoodies are to be worn during the school day.

ACCESSORIES Black, dark brown, or navy belt – REQUIRED at all times for boys

Colored beads (necklace/bracelets), chain & electronic belts, and large belt buckles are not allowed.

Nose rings and NOT allowed. Ladies – single post earrings or hoop earrings no larger

than a quarter are acceptable. Gentlemen – one earing smaller than a quarter is

permittedOTHER Ladies –Hair must be clean and well groomed. No

excessive make-up or perfume is allowed Gentlemen – Hair must be clean well groomed; cornrows

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are to be neatly fastened to the scalp Uniforms and shoes must be neat and clean in

appearance. Shirt tails must be neatly tucked into pants/skirts at all

times

When a violation of the dress school code is detected, the principal or a designee shall counsel with the student and attempt to have the student correct the infraction. If the problem cannot be corrected immediately, a call to a parent or guardian shall be made explaining the problem. The parent shall be requested to bring clothing to school that will correct the problem or the parent will be requested to come and take the student home for such correction. If the parent cannot be contacted immediately or the parent cannot or will not come as requested, the student will report to the ISS room until the problem is corrected or until the end of the school day.

Should a student continue to fail in complying with the dress code, the principal shall administer the consequences according to the Student Code of Conduct. If non-compliance with the dress code continues, the case shall be referred to the discipline committee.

Issued: 1/12/15Adoped as Revised: 03/18/16

FRANKLIN CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLSAny time missed from class to change clothes will be unexcused and students will be placed in ISS until appropriate attire is attained.

ASSEMBLIESA variety of assemblies will be held during the school year. Due to the emphasis on academic student achievement in Virginia, assemblies will be limited and usually focus on cultural and educational issues as extensions of classroom and extra-curricular experiences. Students shall report to the assembly area in an orderly manner under the supervision of the teacher and sit together as a class unless otherwise directed. Students are to be courteous to speakers, performers, and other platform guests and give them their immediate undivided attention. There shall be no loud talking, laughing, yelling, whistling, booing, stomping, or loud, unnecessary applauding. Any actions which disrupt the assembly will not be tolerated and students will be requested to leave the assembly and they will be strictly disciplined.

LOCKERSLockers and combination locks are issued to students at the beginning of the year by homeroom teachers. Before lockers are assigned, students must return the locker agreement form to their homeroom teachers. Lockers and locks are considered the property of the school. School officials acting with just cause shall have the authority to search lockers or other areas of the school when reason exists to believe items hazardous to the welfare of the student or student body are present or when such items are used to violate a law or cause disruption in the school. Students should not share lockers. Students are cautioned against telling their combinations to each other or they cannot expect their property to be safe. Each student is responsible for keeping his/her assigned locker clean both inside and outside. Damages caused by misuse of tape, stickers, magic marker, etc. will be charged to the student responsible. Any locker malfunction or lost lock should be reported to the main office. Students are cautioned not to keep money or other valuables in their lockers. Turn in such items to the office for safe keeping. The locker rental fee is $5.00. Students are not permitted to put personal locks on their lockers.

TEXTBOOKSAll students will be issued free textbooks. Books will be issued by each teacher on the first day of class. If a book is lost or damaged, the student must pay for the book before receiving another. If a student needs to replace a book, the student will come to the office and pay for the book. The student’s name, grade, and school year must be written in the book in case the book is misplaced.

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POSSESSION/USE OF BEEPERS, CELLULAR TELEPHONES AND TWO-WAY COMMUNICATION DEVICESThe use of beepers, cellular telephones or other two-way communication devices by elementary, middle, and high school students is prohibited on school grounds and on school buses during the instructional day except where legally or medically mandated. Legal or medical authorization must be cleared in advance and in writing through the building principal.Any beepers, cellular telephones or other portable two-way communication devices that are visible, turned on, or used in violation of this policy shall be subject to confiscation. If confiscated, the devices will only be returned to the parent or guardian after a conference with the building principal. In addition, repeated violations will result in the loss of this privilege, and may result in out-of-school suspension of up to ten days. Students found using a cellular telephone during any testing situation will have the cellular telephone immediately confiscated in addition to being subject to an out-of-school suspension of up to ten days, and will lose the privilege for the remainder of the year.Furthermore, any student who uses a cellular telephone for unlawful activity while on school property, or while attending any school function or activity, will be subject to disciplinary action that will include out-of-school suspension of up to ten days with a recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion, and a referral to law enforcement.

VENDING MACHINESSoft drinks and snack machines located in the cafeteria are available for students use after school only. No eating or drinking will be allowed in the hallways or in class. Students are not permitted to use machines in the teachers’ lounge or to be in the teachers’ lounge for any reason.

CAFETERIAStudent behavior in the cafeteria should be based on courtesy and cleanliness. Students are not to go into areas where classes are being held during their lunch period. Students are not permitted to leave the school campus for lunch. Students are to line up in an orderly manner and wait their turn to be served. Students will remain seated at all times in the cafeteria during the lunch period. Any cutting-in of the lunch line will warrant disciplinary action. Throwing of food or milk cartons will also warrant disciplinary action. Beverages from outside of the school or drink containers from home are not allowed at school. Deliveries from outside food agencies will not be accepted for students. Please do not have your parents or other students bring food from outside agencies. When students have finished their lunch, they are to return all trays, food and trash to the proper location. Note: NO GLASS CONTAINERS ARE ALLOWED AT SCHOOL. Seniors may eat in the senior courtyard at lunch times. All other students must eat inside the cafeteria. Students are not to enter first hall, vocational hall, second hall, or third hall during their lunch period as classes will be in session.

LIBRARY REGULATIONSStudents may use the library before and after school without a signed agenda. A signed agenda is required at all other times. Show the librarian your signed agenda upon arrival. When leaving the library, the librarian must sign and mark the time on your agenda. Fiction and non-fiction books may be checked out for two weeks. Some other materials may be checked out overnight and returned the next day before classes start. Students must use their ID card to check out books. It is very important that you do not lose your card. If the card is lost, please let the librarian know so that the card can be canceled. Any books checked out on your card will be your responsibility.

The librarian will be checking out books for you. You will need to bring your book and your card to the circulation desk. After it is checked out, you will need to stamp the due date in the back so that you will know when to return the book. A fine of $ .05 is charged per day per book. It is up to you to return your book on time. Books should be returned to the circulation desk on time and in good

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condition. If you find one not in good condition, give it to the librarian to be repaired. You will be responsible for the condition of any book you have checked out of the library.

When books are lost or damaged, students will be responsible for paying for the lost book(s). Students will not be allowed to check out additional books until they are clear with the library. There will be a $1.00 charge on each book returned without a bar code. The bar code must stay on the book.

Students without an assignment may read newspapers or magazines for thirty minutes. Students may never check out a book in someone else’s name. No eating or drinking is allowed in the library. Students should never cut current newspapers. Old papers are available for cutting out current events. Students are required to be quiet while in the library and respect the rights of others. Students who behave in a disruptive or disrespectful manner will lose their library privileges for a designated time. Even though your teacher may bring your class over, it is up to the student to return the book(s).

Computer Network & Internet Acceptable Use PolicyAll use of the Franklin City School Division’s computer system shall be consistent with the school board’s goal of promoting educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation and communication. The term computer system includes hardware, software, data, communication lines and devices, terminals, printers, media devices, tape drives, servers, mainframe and personal computers, the Internet and any other internal or external network.

Computer System Use - Terms and Conditions:1. Acceptable Use:Access to the division’s computer system shall be (1) for the purposes of education or research and be consistent with the educational objectives of the division or (2) for legitimate school business.

2. Privilege:The use of the division’s computer system is a privilege, not a right.

3. Unacceptable Use:Each user is responsible for his or her actions on the computer system. Prohibited conduct includes:- using the network for any illegal activity, including violation of copyright or other contracts, or transmitting any material in violation of any federal, state or local law.- sending, receiving, viewing or downloading illegal material via the computer system.- unauthorized installation of hardware and/or software- downloading copyrighted material for unauthorized use.- using the computer system for private financial or commercial gain.- wastefully using resources, such as file space.- posting material authorized or created by another without his or her consent.- using the computer system for commercial or private advertising.- submitting, posting, publishing or displaying any obscene, profane, threatening, illegal or other inappropriate material.- using the computer system in any form while access privileges are suspended or revoked.- vandalizing the computer system, including destroying data by creating or spreading viruses or by other means.

4. Network Etiquette:Each user is expected to abide by generally accepted rules of etiquette, including the following:- Be polite.- Users shall not forge, intercept or interfere with electronic mail messages.

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- Use appropriate language. The use of obscene, lewd, profane, threatening or disrespectful language is prohibited.- Users shall not post personal contact information, including names, home, school or work addresses, telephone numbers, or photographs, about themselves or others.- Users shall respect the computer system’s resource limits.- Users shall not post chain letters or download large files.- Users shall not use the computer system to disrupt others.- Users shall not read, modify or delete data owned by others.

5. Liability:The school board makes no warranties for the computer system it provides. The school board shall not be responsible for any damages to the user from use of the computer system, including loss of data, non-delivery or missed delivery of information, or service interruptions. The school division denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through the computer system. The user agrees to indemnify the school board for any losses, costs or damages incurred by the school board relating to or arising out of any violation of these procedures.

6. Security:Computer system security is a high priority for the school division. If any user identifies a security problem, the user shall notify the building principal or system administrator immediately. All users shall keep their passwords confidential and shall follow computer virus protection procedures.

7. Vandalism:Intentional destruction of any part of the computer system through creating or downloading computer viruses or by any other means is prohibited.

8. Charges:The school division assumes no responsibility for any unauthorized charges or fees as a result of using the computer system, including telephone or long-distance charges, and electronic purchases.

9. Electronic Mail:The school division’s electronic mail system is controlled by the school division. The school division may provide electronic mail to aid students and staff in fulfilling their duties and as an education tool. Electronic mail is not private. Students’ electronic mail will be monitored. The electronic mail of staff may be monitored and accessed by the school division. Unauthorized access to an electronic mail account by any student or employee is prohibited. Users shall be held personally liable for the content of any electronic message they create. Downloading any file attached to an electronic message is prohibited unless the user is certain of that message’s authenticity and the nature of the file.

10. Enforcement:Software will be installed on the division’s computers having Internet access to filter or block Internet access through such computers to child pornography and obscenity. The online activities of minors may also be monitored manually.

Any violation of these regulations shall result in loss of computer system privileges and may also result in appropriate disciplinary action, as determined by school board policy, or legal action.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIESTo be eligible to participate in any extracurricular activities, students must meet the requirements of the Franklin City Public Schools Board policy. This states that students must have good attendance, be in good standing on disciplinary issues, pass at least three classes the previous

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semester, and maintain a 2.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) for the previous semester. Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA and pass three classes each semester to be eligible to participate. If a student has between a 1.5 – 1.99 GPA, he/she may use a waiver to participate in extracurricular activities. Students are limited to 2 waivers in their high school careers. Waivers cannot be used in consecutive semesters. In addition, the student must meet all other requirements of the club, organization, Virginia High School League, or national association governing the activity.

CLINICThe clinic is staffed by a full-time nurse who is available to assist students who are ill, require first-aid treatment, or have other health concerns. Except in the case of an emergency, students should have a signed agenda from their teacher to enter the clinic. The nurse will determine if a student is too ill to remain at school. After parental permission has been granted, students will then be released to go home. The only medication that will be given to a student by the school is that prescribed by a physician. In such cases, the parent should supply the clinic with a completed Franklin City Public Schools Administration of Medicine form. Such medicine must be in the original container and delivered to the principal or school nurse by the parent or guardian of the student. (See FCPS School Board policy JHCD for further clarification)

STUDENT AGENDASStudents are not permitted in the halls during class time unless they are accompanied by a staff member or have a signed agenda from an authorized staff member. No student will be given a pass to be out of class during the first and last 20 minutes of each instructional block. Signed agendas for library admittance may be issued to students after the first 10 minutes of class. Students must return to their original class before the last 10 minutes of class or must remain in the library until the period ends. Students who wish to see an administrator, counselor, or teacher must make arrangements in advance.

FUNDRAISERS All fundraisers must first be approved by the sponsor and the principal. Students are not permitted to sell items at school or off campus during instructional hours unless previous approval has been given by the principal. Each school organization is limited to four fund raisers per school year. Exceptions to this rule will be considered on an individual basis and only for extenuating circumstances.

STUDENT DRIVERS PARKING LOTAll students who drive to school must park in the student parking lot which is located next to the gym. NO PARKING IS ALLOWED ON GRASSY OR UNPAVED AREAS AROUND THE SCHOOL, ESPECIALLY AROUND THE TENNIS COURTS, WEIGHTROOM OR TRACK. STUDENTS WHO PARK IN THE GRASSY OR UNPAVED AREAS WILL BE TOWED AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE AND ASSESSED FOR ANY DAMAGES TO THE SCHOOL GROUNDS OR FENCING POSTS. Students are not allowed to park in any other place. Students who park in unauthorized areas will be cited for a parking violation by the police. Automobiles should be parked so that they do not block other automobiles or exits. Any student, while on school grounds, who drives in a reckless or any unsafe manner which could cause damage or harm to pedestrians, vehicles, or school property will be reported to the police. Students are forbidden to drive around the back of the school from one parking area to another or drive or park on the lawn at any time. Upon arrival to school the student should park the vehicle in the proper area. The area designated for student parking will be off-limits at all times except to students who are arriving or departing.

Students are not to enter an automobile during the school day unless they have received permission from an administrator. Students are not to sit on or place objects of any kind on vehicles. Students found in violation of the rules or found driving recklessly on school property may have their driving privileges revoked and/or receive appropriate disciplinary action. ALL STUDENTS WHO DRIVE MUST PURCHASE PARKING DECALS FOR THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR. DECALS CAN BE PURCHASED AT ANY TIME DURING THE MONTH OF AUGUST AND DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL. ALL CARS THAT DO NOT HAVE DECALS WILL BE TOWED AT THE

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OWNERS EXPENSE AFTER THE 1ST WEEK OF SCHOOL. PARKING DECALS COST $10.00. DECALS SHOULD ONLY BE DISPLAYED ON SCHOOL GROUNDS. DO NOT DRIVE OFF SCHOOL PROPERTY WITH DECALS HANGING ON REAR VIEW MIRROR.

TRANSFER STUDENTSAll secondary pupils who transfer from other school systems and complete their work in the Franklin City Schools shall be issued a diploma when necessary units earned and competencies demonstrated have been properly certified to the Franklin school authorities. In instances of hardship because of requirement differences throughout the states, discretion will be used by Franklin school authorities in evaluation of work completed.

PROMOTION AND RETENTIONThe following criteria will be used in determining the promotion of all students in grades 9-12 who are pursuing a standard or advanced studies diploma:

1. A student will fail any course if absences total more than ten (10) days in that course in a semester. 2. Students will select a diploma program and pass appropriate courses to prepare them for high school graduation.

Promotion from grade 9 to 10 requires satisfactory completion of 6 standard units of credit.

Promotion from grade 10 to 11 requires satisfactory completion of 12 standard units of credit.

Promotion from grade 11 to 12 requires satisfactory completion of 18 standard units of credit that must include English 9 and English 10. OR

Promotion from grade 11 to 12 requires that students be enrolled in classes that will lead to the student’s graduation in June or August of the school year in which the classification was made.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSFor students who entered the ninth grade for the first time prior to 2018-19

1. Students must meet all state requirements related to standards units of credit and verified credits to progress towards one of the two high school diplomas offered in Virginia: the standard diploma or advanced studies diploma. (see Section IKF). A Special Diploma shall be awarded to each disabled student who successfully completes the requirements set forth in his/her IEP but does not meet the requirements for a standard or advanced studies diploma set forth in the Standards of Quality and the Standards of Accreditation.

2. To graduate with a Standard Diploma, a student must earn at least 22 standard units of credit by passing required courses and electives, and earn at least six (6) verified credits by passing end-of-course SOL tests or other assessments approved by the State Board of Education.

3. To graduate with an Advanced Studies Diploma, a student must earn at least 26 standard units of credit by passing required courses and electives, and earn at least nine (9) verified credits by passing end-of-course SOL tests or other assessments approved by the State Board of Education.

4. For students who entered ninth grade for the first time in 2013-2014, and afterwards, a student must also:

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• Earn a board-approved career and technical education credential to graduate with a Standard Diploma;

• Successfully complete one virtual course, which may be non-credit bearing; • Successfully complete First Aid, CPR, and AED requirement

5. Students at Franklin High School must complete a research paper and an oral presentation related to their research paper before a grade can be earned for English 12.

For students entering ninth grade for the first time in 2018-19 and beyond:

1. Students must meet all state requirements related to standards units of credit and verified credits to progress towards one of the two high school diplomas offered in Virginia: the standard diploma or advanced studies diploma. (see Section IKF). A Special Diploma shall be awarded to each disabled student who successfully completes the requirements set forth in his/her IEP but does not meet the requirements for a standard or advanced studies diploma set forth in the Standards of Quality and the Standards of Accreditation.

2. To graduate with a Standard Diploma, a student must earn at least 22 standard units of

credit by passing required courses and electives, and earn at least five (5) verified credits by passing end-of-course SOL tests or other assessments approved by the State Board of Education.

3 To graduate with an Advanced Studies Diploma, a student must earn at least 26 standard units of credit by passing required courses and electives, and earn at least five (5) verified credits by passing end-of-course SOL tests or other assessments approved by the State Board of Education.

4 For students who entered ninth grade for the first time in 2013-2014, and afterwards, a student must also:

• Earn a board-approved career and technical education credential to graduate with a Standard Diploma;

• Successfully complete one virtual course, which may be non-credit bearing; • Successfully complete First Aid, CPR, and AED requirement

5. Students at Franklin High School must complete a research paper and an oral presentation related to their research paper before a grade can be earned for English 12.

PRINCIPAL’S LIST, HONOR ROLL AND HONOR GRADUATESStudents with grades of all A’s will be recognized on the quarterly Principal’s list. Students with grades of all A’s and B’s will be recognized on the quarterly Honor Roll List. Students with cumulative average of 3.0 or above will be recognized as honor graduates.

GRADING POLICY

Grades serve many legitimate educational purposes – to inform parents and guardians how their child is performing academically in school; to help the student set his/her goals for further areas of learning; to monitor the student for school placement; and to determine the student’s eligibility for various programs and courses.

The grading period shall be nine weeks, two contained in each semester. At the end of each grading period a report shall be sent to each student’s parent/guardian. Interim reports will be distributed to students 4 ½ weeks before the end of each 9 week grading period. Separate

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reporting processes shall be used to report academic progress and behavior. Poor behavior shall not be used as a reason for reducing academic grades, nor shall exemplary behavior be used to justify increasing a student’s grade in academic work.

GRADING SCALE FOR REPORT CARDS

GRADES 9-12MARK NUMERICAL EQUIVALENCY INTERPRETATION A 90-100 Outstanding progress B 80-89 Very good progress C 70-79 Average progress D 60-69 Poor progress/passing F 59 and below Unsatisfactory progress/failing

CLASS RANKGraduate class rank shall be based on grade point average. The grade point average shall be determined at the end of the second semester of the senior year. To calculate the student grade point average a numerical value is assigned for each final (term) letter grade earned in a credit course as follows

Letter Grade Percent Grade 4.0 Scale

A+ 97-100 4.0 A 93-96 4.0

A- 90-92 3.7B+ 87-89 3.3

B 83-86 3.0B- 80-82 2.7C+ 77-79 2.3

C 73-76 2.0C- 70-72 1.7D+ 67-69 1.3D 63-66 1.0D- 60-62 1.0F 0-59 0.0

Certain courses are designated for a weighted grade. These courses are as follows:

Dual Enrollment Biology Dual Enrollment English 12 Dual Enrollment Calculus Dual Enrollment US History Dual Enrollment Government

Dual Enrollment Pre-Calculus AP Virtual Virginia Courses

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The numerical value assigned for AP and Dual Enrollment classes in calculating the grade point average is as follows:

A = 5.0B = 4.0C = 3.0D = 2.0F = 0

Courses below are also weighted:▪ English 9A • Pre-Calculus▪ English 10A • 4th & 5th of a foreign Language▪ English 11A • Physics▪ Principals of Technology II • All Honors Courses

The numerical weighted value for these classes are as follows:A = 4.5B = 3.5C = 2.5D = 1.5F = 0

Franklin City Public Schools 2018-2019 Grading Practices

Franklin High School Nine Weeks GradesHomework/Class Participation: 10%Classwork = open book/closed book: 30 %Quizzes: 20%Tests/Benchmarks: 25%Projects: 15%Total: 100%

Franklin High School FINAL GRADESNine week grades (2) 85%Final Exam 15%Total 100%

HONOR CODE POLICYThe honor code is a system that operates under the basic premise of trust. Under the honor system, it is presumed that every student and school employee has a sincere interest in preserving the integrity of the school and community. The ultimate objective of the honor code system is to reinforce and instill a common sense of honor and morality in each student and adult in the school division. The honor system is developed around the concept of respect: the self-respect an individual has for his/her own words, work and possessions, and the respect he/she has for the words, work and possessions of others.The honor code pledge for the school division is to be utilized at appropriate grade levels. By writing this pledge on assignments, test and examinations, the student guarantees he has neither given nor received unauthorized help on his work.

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HONOR PLEDGE: On my honor I pledge that I have neither given nor received any unauthorized assistance on this work.

EXAMINATION EXEMPTIONAs a means of motivating students to attend school regularly and to maintain high grade point averages, exam exemptions for the 2018-2019 school year are as follows:1. Any student with six or fewer absences with an average of “A” for the current semester may be exempted from the final examination in that subject (excluding SOL subjects). 2. Any student with four or fewer absences with an average of “B” for the current semester may be exempted from the final examination in that subject (excluding SOL subjects). 3. Any student with two or fewer absences with an average of “C” for the current semester may be exempted from the final examination in that subject (excluding SOL subjects). 4. Any student who takes an SOL subject may be exempted from the final exam in that subject if he/she passes the SOL test.5. The absences mentioned above are for the semester in a particular class.6. Exempted absences do not count in the aforementioned absences policy.7. FINALLY, ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE NO MORE THAN ONE INFRACTION OF ISS AND NO INFRACTIONS OF OSS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR EXAM EXEMPTIONS.

SOL SLIDING SCALE EXAM EXEMPTIONStudents taking a course requiring an SOL End-of-Course test will be able to earn credit towards their final exam grade based on their performance on the SOL test. The following scale will apply:

SOL Score Points on Final Exam400 – 410 …………………………………………………………….70411 – 420 …………………………………………………………….72421 – 430 …………………………………………………………….74431 – 440 …………………………………………………………….76441 – 450 …………………………………………………………….78451 – 460 …………………………………………………………….80461 – 470 …………………………………………………………….82471 – 480 …………………………………………………………….84481 – 490 …………………………………………………………….86491 – 499 …………………………………………………………….88500 – 525 …………………………………………………………….90526 – 550 …………………………………………………………….93551 – 575 …………………………………………………………….96576 – 599 …………………………………………………………….98600 ………………………………………………………………….100

Students may choose to apply this grade in lieu of taking a final exam. If students choose, they may still take the final exam. The higher of the two grades will be calculated into the student’s final grade for the course.

SENIOR EXEMPTION FOR COLLEGE VISITATIONSeniors may be granted two days of exempted absences for college visitation and orientation. Students must secure the approval of the administration prior to their visitation. Upon their return to school, students must present a written statement on college stationary from the appropriate school official verifying the visit.

SCHOOL ACTIVITIESA variety of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities are available for students at Franklin High School. Students are strongly urged to avail themselves of the opportunity to join activities of their

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choice. Students may obtain necessary information from the athletic directors/coaches or activity sponsors. Parents may obtain descriptions of clubs or information on extra-curricular activities by calling the school.

INTERSCHOLASTIC PROGRAMSThe athletic program at Franklin High School offers a variety of team sports for both males and females. To be eligible to participate in the athletic program, students must meet the following requirements: A. Must have passed at least three (3) subjects the previous semesterB. Must currently be taking no less than three (3) subjects the current semesterC. Must pass three subjects and maintain a 2.0 GPA at the end of each semester. Students with a GPA of 1.5-1.99 may use a waiver to participate. Students are limited to 2 waivers in their high school careers. Students may not use waivers in consecutive years.D. Must have a current VHSL sports physicalE. Must remain in good standing with the school. The principal determines good standing.

SGA ELECTIONSTo be eligible for an SGA office:1. Students must first submit their names to the SGA sponsor for administrative review and approval.2. Students must have at least a cumulative grade point average of 2.0.3. Students must have good school attendance.4. Students must be willing and capable of performing all duties of the office.5. If a student is approved by the administrative staff to seek election, he/she must submit a petition signed by at least 25 members of the student body (SGA office) and 25 members of his/her class for a class representative.6. Students must receive a plurality vote in order to be declared a winner.

FIRE DRILLS/EMERGENCY EVACUATIONFire and emergency evacuation drills are held periodically throughout the school year. When the emergency signal is given, students should exit the building quietly and quickly and remain in the pre-designated location for further instructions. Emergency exit routes and directions are posted in the classrooms and other conspicuous locations.

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STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

STANDARDS OF STUDENT CONDUCT

Disciplinary violations are grouped into four categories. Under each category, the potential disciplinary responses are

listed. In any situation where a violation of this code is alleged, the principal or his/her designee shall hear the

student’s explanation and investigate the matter fully before determining whether a violation has occurred. If a

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violation has occurred, then a disciplinary response appropriate for the category of violation will be imposed.

Principals may require a parent conference at any level. Principal discretion applies to all below:

Category Inappropriate Behaviors REQUIRED Consequences POSSIBLE Consequences

ONE

BEING IN

UNAUTHORIZED AREAS

CHEATING/Plagiarism

DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR

DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR -

School Bus

DRESS CODE

VIOLATION

GAMBLING

OUTWARD AFFECTION

POSSESSION OF

LIGHTER/MATCHES

POSSESSION OF

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

TARDIES TO CLASS AND

SCHOOL

-Warning of Future Consequences

-Student Reprimand

-Teachers must notify parents

-Parent Conference

-Counseling

-Withdrawal of Privileges

-Timeout/Refocus

-In-School Suspension

-Out-of-School

Suspension (1-5 days)

-School/Classroom/Bus

Behavior Improvement

Plan/Intervention Plan

-Service Project

TWO

CUTTING CLASS

DAMAGE/DESTRUCTION

Of PROPERTY

INAPPROPRIATE ATTIRE

DISRESPECTFUL/RUDE

FAILURE TO ABIDE BY

ISS RULES

FAILURE TO ATTEND ISS

HORESPLAY

LEAVING SCHOOL

WITHOUT PERMISSION

MISREPRESENTATION/L

YING

POSSESSION OF

OBSCENE MATERIALS

TRESPASSING WHILE

ON SUSPENSION

TRUANCY

USE OF PROFANITY (Not

staff directed)

-Parent Conference

-Warning of Future Consequences

-Student Reprimand

-Teachers must notify parents

-Behavior Contract

-Timeout/Refocus

-In-School

Suspension

-Out-of-School

Suspension (3-10

days)

-Referral to

Appropriate

Prevention or

Treatment Program

-Service Project

THREE

DAMAGING ANOTHER

PERSON’S

PROPERTY

EXPLOSIVES

EXTORTION

FIGHTING/PHYSICAL

-Out-of-School Suspension ( up to

10 days) and may appear before

the Division Discipline Committee

with the designated representative

- Suspension from

school with a

recommendation for

Long-term

suspension or

expulsion from

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ATTACK

INAPPROPRIATE USE OF

THE INTERNET

INDECENT EXPOSURE

INITIATING A RIOT

HAZING

SEXUAL

HARRASSMENT/

INTIMATE

CONTACT

SMOKING/POSSESSION

OF TOBACCO

PRODUCTS/ELECTRONI

C CIGARETTES

STEALING

BULLYING/THREATS

HARRASSMENT (not

staff directed)

USE OF PROFANITY

(staff directed)

School

-In-School

Suspension

-Alternative

Placement

FOUR

ARSON

ASSAULT AND BATTERY

BOMB THREATS

BURGLARY

FIGHTING/PHYSICAL

ATACKS

THREATENING (staff

directed)

GANG ACTIVITY

POSSESSION OF

DRUGS/ALCOHOL

POSSESSION OF DRUG

PARAPHERNALIA/

LOOK-ALIKE DRUGS

RAPE/ATTEMPTED RAPE

REFUSAL TO COMPLY

WITH SEARCH

ROBBERY

SALE OR DISTRIBUTION

OF

DRUGS/ALCOHOL

VANDALISM

WEAPONS &

DANGEROUS

INSTRUMENTS &

-Out-of-School Suspension (10

days) minimum and must appear

before the Division Discipline

Committee with the designated

representative

-Suspension from

school with a

recommendation for

Long-term

suspension or

expulsion from

School

-In-School

Suspension

-Alternative

Placement

-Required 365 day

Expulsion for certain

offenses

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OBJECTS/FIREARMS

CORRECTIVE ACTION

The following corrective actions are among those available to the school administration for violation of the student

conduct guidelines. Each offense shall be considered fully in determining reasonable corrective actions:

1. Counseling

2. Admonition

3. Reprimand

4. Loss of privileges, including access to the school division’s computer system

5. Loss of privileges to ride the school bus to and from school

6. Parental conferences

7. Tasks or restrictions assigned by the principal or his designee

8. Time Out / Refocus / ISS

9. Detention after school

10. Service Project

11. Suspension from school-sponsored activities or events prior to, during, or after the regular school day

12. -In-School Suspension

13. Out-of-School Suspension

14. Referral to an alternative education program

15. Notify legal authority where appropriate

16. Recommendation for expulsion

17. Expulsion for firearm possession or use of possession of a controlled substance, imitation controlled

substance or marijuana, as defined in Chapter 34 of Title 54.1 and §18.2-247 of the Code of Virginia, on

school property or at a school sponsored activity

18. Evaluation for alcohol or drug abuse

19. Participation in a drug, alcohol or violence intervention, prevention or treatment program.

Whenever possible, a preventive approach to discipline shall be taken in an effort to clarify standards of conduct,

effectively assess a student’s individual needs, and identify significant factors, which may be contributing to a

student’s misconduct. Occasionally, however, there may be times when all efforts fail to produce acceptable

behavior. In these cases, one or more forms of the following enforcement procedures may be used:

Disciplinary Notice – The teacher will discuss the offense with the offender in an attempt to resolve the

issue. Teachers will be required to contact parents as well as using some form of assertive discipline

before any further disciplinary action will be taken by administration.

After School Detention – The student will be required to stay after school as a consequence for some

offenses. The student will be required to complete behavior modification lessons and SOL related

lessons while in ASD.

Service Project - The student will be assigned to complete a service project assigned by the building

administrator.

Timeout/Refocus (TO/RF) – The student will be sent to the Timeout classroom for a specified period of

time. Students will be required to remain isolated from other students. Students will be required to

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complete behavior modification lessons and SOL-related lessons while in Timeout/Refocus. Students

will be required to make up any work missed in the regular classroom while in Timeout/Refocus.

In-School suspension (ISS)/Refocus/Timeout – The student will be assigned to serve a specified

amount of time in the ISS/Refocus/Timeout room.

Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) – The student will be sent home for one to ten days with proper

notification being made to the parent/guardian. The student cannot participate in or attend any school-

related activities during the suspension time.

According to School Board policy, a parent/guardian must return to school with their son or daughter

following an out-of-school suspension. The student is considered absent from school during the

suspension days. Any missed work must be made up according to guidelines established by the

teacher and the administration. Any student who has been suspended from attendance may be

considered trespassing if he/she appears on any Franklin City Public Schools property during the

suspension period. Trespassing violators will be prosecuted.

Suspension of Students Receiving Special Services – Any student who has been identified as a special

needs student with a current Individualized Education Program (IEP) may be suspended from school, or

School-After-School in accordance to suspension guidelines for non-disabled students, except if

behavior is determined to be a manifestation of their disability.

Alternative Education Program – The School Board reserves the right to place a student in an alternative

program in lieu of expulsion.

Expulsion – For serious offenses and/or continued infractions of the rules, the Division Discipline

Committee will recommend that the school board expel a student for the remainder of the school year.

For offenses involving firearms, federal law requires that the student be expelled for a period of 365 days.

Proper notification will be sent to the parents/guardians and opportunities will be provided for due

consideration of the matter before final action is taken.

OFFENSES AND DISPOSITIONS

The offenses and dispositions listed in this discipline code govern students of Franklin City Public School System

while on school premises, at school-sponsored activities, at bus stops, and while being transported to and from

school and school activities by school-owned vehicles. In some cases, off-the-bus suspension may be applied in

place of out-of-school suspension.

Students may be suspended or expelled from school for misconduct, violation of school rules and regulations, or for

other good and just cause. The following list of offenses and dispositions is meant to be illustrative only and not

intended to exclude suspension, expulsion, or other appropriate action for offenses not listed.

When an offense occurs during the last ten days of school and disciplinary action cannot be carried out, the

disposition will be applied after the student physically enrolls the following year.

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Offenses are listed in four categories, from least to most serious. Any student who accrues five violations (cumulative

for the year) resulting in OSS (out of school suspension) may be referred for placement in the Alternative Education

program.

OVERVIEW OF OFFENSES

The offenses and dispositions listed in this section govern students of the Franklin City Public Schools while on

school premises, at school-sponsored activities, at bus stops, and being transported to and from school, as well as

school activities by school-owned or chartered vehicles.

Note: The penalty levied is at the discretion of the principal or designee depending on the circumstances.

BUS AND BUS STOP RULES

Violation of any rule included in this handbook may result in suspension from

school and/or suspension from riding the school bus.

Students have the responsibility to ensure that their conduct contributes to a safe and orderly atmosphere while being

transported; to refrain from conduct which will offer a hazard to themselves, their fellow students, or the general

public; and to refrain from violating federal, state, or local law, or the requirements of the Student Code of Conduct.

Student safety on school buses and at the bus stops is a major priority. Parents/Guardians are responsible for

monitoring student behavior going and returning from the bus stops and at the bus stop locations. Student behavior

on the bus that endangers others will not be tolerated. Rules regarding bus stop safety and behavior on the bus are

provided. Adults are encouraged to go over these rules with students and support the school division in enforcing

the rules and the expectations that students will be good citizens on the bus. All students will respect the bus drivers

and bus assistants and follow their directions.

Students must get on the bus and exit the bus at the assigned stops. On occasion, a student may ride a different bus

than the one assigned by the staff. This requires a note to the school, signed by the parent/guardian, and an approval

by the school staff for the student to ride a different bus and be dropped off at a different bus stop, each day. A note

signed by the principal/designee must be given to the bus driver. Disciplinary action may be taken against students

who purposely board or exit a bus at a bus stop other than the assigned stop. Pre-school and kindergarten students

must be met at the bus stop by a responsible person. If no one is available, the child will be returned to school and

the parent will be contacted to pick up the child.

State law authorizes the proper discipline of students going to and returning from school. “As a general rule, the

authority to discipline extends to pupils on their way to or from school if such conduct directly affects the good order

and welfare of the school,” (1960-61 Op. Att’y Gen. 274). Principals stress to students that they are expected to

conduct themselves in an orderly manner at all times and that failure to do so going to and from school may result in

discipline described in this handbook.

Students are expected to observe the following rules for safety and courtesy on the bus and at the bus stop. The same

consequences will be assigned for any violation of the Student Code of Conduct while riding on the bus.

AT THE BUS STOP

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Arrive at the assigned stop five minutes before the bus pick-up

Stand on the sidewalk or the edge of the street by the curb

Stay off of private property

Stand on the non-traveled part of the road

Be respectful of and watchful for traffic

Wait quietly and orderly

ON THE BUS

Remain seated at all times

Cooperate with the driver and practice orderly conduct

No profanity or obscene behavior

No smoking

No eating or drinking

No vandalism

No body parts or objects outside of the bus windows

No radios, tapes, or electronic audio/video devices

No live animals

No unsafe objects or weapons

No throwing items from the bus or on the bus

No gambling

No bullying

WHEN THE BUS ARRIVES

Allow the bus to come to a complete stop

Board the bus in a quiet and orderly manner

LEAVING THE BUS

Remain seated until the bus comes to a complete stop

Exit at the assigned bus stop and in an orderly manner

Cross in front of the bus

CATEGORY I OFFENSES:

1. Being in Unauthorized Areas: Students shall not frequent or loiter in unauthorized

areas of the school or school grounds.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense - Warning

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2nd Offense –1 day ISS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses - 2 days ISS

2. Cheating: Students shall not violate the Franklin City Public Schools honor code by cheating on a test or assigned

work by giving, receiving, offering and/or soliciting information; plagiarizing by copying the language, structure idea

and/or thoughts of another; falsifying statement on any assigned school work, tests or other school documents.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Zero on assignment

2nd Offense – Zero on assignment - parent conference

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Zero on assignment and 1 day ISS

3. Disruptive Conduct/Behavior: Students shall not engage in any conduct short of

physical violence which causes disruption or obstruction of orderly operation of the school, classroom,

or school activity, or that is dangerous to the health and safety of others.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense –1 day ISS

2nd Offense –2 days ISS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 3 days OSS

4. Gambling – A student shall not bet money or other things of value, or knowingly play or participate in any game

involving a bet, on school property or during any school -related activity.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense - 1 day ISS

2nd Offense – 2 days ISS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 3 days OSS

5. Student Dress Code Violation – A student’s dress and appearance shall not be such that it causes disruption,

distracts others from the educational process or creates a health or safety problem. Students must comply with

specific building dress regulations and of which students will be given prior notice.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense - Warning

2nd Offense –1 day ISS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses –2 days ISS

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6. Outward Affection: Students shall refrain from outward displays of affection:

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense - Warning

2nd Offense –1 day ISS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses –2 days ISS

7. Possession of Lighter/Matches or other incendiary devices: Students shall not possess such devices on school

property or at any school activity.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Confiscation and parent notification

2nd Offense – Confiscation and 1 day ISS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Confiscation and 1 day OSS

8. Possession/Use of Electronics Devices: Including, but not limited to, radios, TV’s, walkmans, diskmans, I-Pods,

Gameboys, beepers/pagers, laser pointers, cellular telephones, and other communication devices, etc. Students may

possess cellular telephones, Personal Digital Assistant (PDA), or other communications devices in school buildings

or on school buses. If a student possesses such a device, it must be off and out of sight during the instructional day.

If a student has a cell phone on or visible, it shall be confiscated and returned only to the student’s parent or guardian.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Confiscation, warning and parent notification

2nd Offense – Confiscation and 1 day ISS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Confiscation and 2 days ISS

9. Unexcused tardies to school/class: Students shall not report late to school or class without a valid reason. (3

unexcused tardies will count as one unexcused absence.)

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Warning and parent notification

2nd Offense - Warning and parent notification

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – 1 day ISS

CATEGORY II OFFENSES:

10. Cutting class: Students shall refrain from cutting class, leaving class without

Permission or failing to stay for after school detention.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

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1st Offense – 1 day ISS

2nd Offense - 2 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 5 days OSS

11. Disobedience/Defiance: Students shall comply with a reasonable request by school staff in a timely and respectful

manner.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Up to 3 days OSS

2nd Offense – Up to 5 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 10 days OSS

12. Disrespectful/Rude Behavior: Students shall be respectful and courteous toward school staff and each other and

refrain from any rude or argumentative behavior. (Talking back, shouting and walking away)

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Up to 3 days OSS

2nd Offense – Up to 5 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 10 days OSS

13. Failure to Abide by rules in ISS/Timeout/Refocus: Students shall abide by all rules, regulations and guidelines set

forth while in Timeout/Refocus and must complete all assignments and homework assignments.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Up to 2 days OSS

2nd Offense – Up to 3 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 5 days OSS

14. Failure to attend ISS/Refocus/Timeout: Students assigned to ISS/Refocus/Timeout, must report to the

ISS/Refocus/Timeout room and complete assigned time.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Up to 2 days OSS

2nd offense – Up to 3 days OSS

3rd offense – Up to 5 days OSS

15. Horseplay: Students shall not engage in rough or noisy pranks such as hitting, pushing, shoving, or other acts

that interfere with the instructional process.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

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1st Offense – 1 day ISS

2nd Offense – Up to 2 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 5 days OSS

16. Leaving School Without Permission: Students shall not leave school without verified parental permission,

approval by administrator, and signing out.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Up to 3 days OSS

2nd Offense – Up to 5 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 10 days OSS

17. Misrepresentation/Lying: Students shall not falsify any document, forge any name or make false statements.

Also, students shall not tamper with report cards, grade books, or any other official documents.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 1 day ISS

2nd Offense – Up to 2 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 5 days OSS

18. Possession of Obscene/Indecent Material: Students shall not possess or store obscene or indecent materials on

school grounds or at any school-sponsored activity.

Note: Consequences levied by administrator may be more severe, depending upon the degree of obscenity or

indecency.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense –Up to 2 days ISS

2nd Offense – Up to 3 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – up to 5 days OSS

19. Trespassing While on Suspension: Suspended students shall not be on any

property of Franklin City Public Schools or at any school-sponsored activity.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

Extended suspension and possible arrest

20. Truancy: Students are expected to attend school regularly as prescribed by state law.

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Students who fail to attend school regularly will be disciplined and reported to appropriate School Board

staff.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense - Warning

2nd Offense – ISS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – ISS

21. Use of Profanity (not staff directed): Students will not use profane or obscene language or make obscene gestures

at school or at any school-sponsored activity.

Note: Consequences levied by administrator may be more severe depending on the nature and severity

of the profanity.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 1 day OSS

2nd Offense – 2 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 5 days OSS

22. Writing on/destruction of school property: Students shall not write on, or cause damage to school property. Note:

Consequences levied by administrator may be more sever depending on the severity of the damage. Students or

parents will be required to pay for any damage to school property.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense –1 day OSS, clean-up of property

2nd Offense – 2 days OSS, clean-up of property

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – Up to 5 days OSS, clean-up of property

CATEGORY III OFFENSES

23. Damaging Another Person’s Property: Students shall not damage another person’s property including but not

limited to clothing, class projects, automobiles, etc.

Note: Consequences levied by administrator may be more severe depending on the severity of the

damage.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Up to 5 days OSS plus restitution*

2nd Offense – Up to 10 days 0SS plus restitution*, Principal-parent conference

3rd Offence – Up to 10 days OSS plus restitution with recommendation for long-term

suspension or expulsion*

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*Depending upon nature and severity of property damage, the police may be notified.

24. Explosives: Students shall not possess or use any device containing combustible

materials or a fuse on school grounds or at any school-sponsored activity. (firecrackers, stink bombs, smoke bombs,

caps, etc.) Note: Consequences levied by administrator may be more severe depending on the nature and severity of

the infraction.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – up to 5 days OSS*; Principal-parent conference

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

Expulsion; Principal-parent conference

* Depending upon nature and severity of incident, the police may be notified.

25. Extortion: Students shall not take the property of others through intimidation.

Note: Consequences levied by administrator may be more severe depending on the severity

of the extortion.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – up to 5 days OSS*

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

Expulsion*; Principal-parent conference

* Depending nature and severity of incident and property extorted, the police may be notified.

26. Fighting/Physical Attack (not staff-directed): Students shall not fight or engage in any violent or dangerous

behavior by actively trying to inflict bodily harm by pushing, kicking, tripping, biting, spitting, hitting, scratching,

pulling hair, or striking with a foreign object.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS*

2nd Offense –10 days OSS* with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference required for each offense

* Depending nature and severity of incident, the police may be notified.

27. Inappropriate Use of the Internet: Students will refrain from utilizing any Franklin City Public Schools’ internet site

without proper authority. This would include unauthorized use of sign-on codes and/or unauthorized attempts to

contact any Franklin City Public Schools’ computer site from any computer station (home or school). Students shall

not attempt to bypass the FCPS filtering/security systems. Students shall refrain from downloading, gaming, visiting

unapproved sites and making online purchases. No email, chatting, blogging, instant messaging or other forms of

electronic communication are allowed as school unless authorized by a school staff member.

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(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – up to 3 days OSS with loss of computer privileges

2nd Offense – up to 5 days OSS

3rd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference required for each offense

* Depending on nature and severity of incident, the police may be notified.

28. Indecent Exposure: Students will not intentionally expose private parts of the body (including “mooning”).

Students will not commit indecent acts including profane material written in newspaper, urination on school property,

etc.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

29. Initiating a Riot: Students will not intentionally create a disturbance in the school environment that causes mass

confusion or leads to behavior that could cause bodily harm (food fight, verbal confrontation in cafeteria, hallway,

etc.)

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

30. Hazing: Students shall not engage in any form of hazing. Hazing is recklessly or

intentionally endangering the health or safety or inflicting bodily injury on a student in connection with any form of

initiating, or affiliation with a club, organization or group.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for

long-term suspension or expulsion

31. Intimate Contact/Sexual Harassment: Students will refrain from inappropriate fondling, touching, patting, pinching

or brushing inappropriately against another person’s body, and placing of hands or mouth on another person’s

private parts or serious sexual misconduct. Students shall not make unwelcome flirtatious remarks, advances or

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propositions to another students/. Students shall not make graphic verbal comments or use sexually degrading words

to describe another person.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – up to 10 days OSS*

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for

long-term suspension or expulsion*

* Depending on nature and severity of incident, the police may be notified.

32. Sexual Activity (consensual): Students shall refrain from participation in sexual activity on school property or at

any school-sponsored activity.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS*

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for

long-term suspension or expulsion*

* Depending on nature and severity of incident, the police may be notified

33. Smoking/Possession of Tobacco Products/Electronic Cigarettes: Students shall not smoke, use, possess, sell or

give away any tobacco products on school property or at any school-sponsored activity. This includes electronic

cigarettes. * Depending upon age of student involved, the police may be notified.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – up to 5 days OSS and confiscation

2nd Offense – up to 7 days OSS and confiscation

3rd & Subsequent Offenses –10 days OSS and confiscation, recommendation for long-

term suspension or expulsion

Principal-parent conference

34. Stealing: Student shall not steal property or possess stolen property.

Note: Students or parents will be required to return stolen property or make restitution.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Up to 5 days OSS and restitution

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS and restitution with recommendation for long-

term suspension or expulsion

Principal-parent conference

35. Bullying/Threats/Intimidation/Harassment/Stalking (not staff directed): Students shall not intimidate, threaten, or

harm any student or other person at school or at any school-sponsored activity. Students shall not make any verbal

or physical offer

of bodily injury or force toward another person or engage in any act which intimidates, threatens, degrades,

disrespects or disgraces another person.

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(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Up to 7 days OSS with parent conference

2nd Offense – Up to 10 days OSS

3rd & Subsequent Offenses – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term

suspension or expulsion

Principal-parent conference

36. Use of Profanity and Abusive Language (staff directed): Student will not use profane or obscene language or make

obscene gestures toward any staff member.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense –10 days OSS

2nd Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference required for each offense

CATEGORY IV OFFENSES

37. Arson: Students will refrain from setting or attempting to set fires on school property or

at any school sponsored activity.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

38. Assault and Battery: Students shall refrain from unlawful beating, physical force, or violence against a student,

staff member or any other person, either alone or in combination with other students.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to Police

39. Bomb Threats and False Fire Alarms: Students shall refrain from making bomb threats, which have the potential of

threatening the safety of the school or any member of the school community.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

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1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to Police

40. Burglary: Students will not break into or attempt to break into any property owned by or used by Franklin City Public Schools.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to Police

41. Fighting/Physical Attack/ Intimidation/Threatening/Stalking (staff directed):

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

42. Gang Activity: Students shall refrain from participating in any gang related activity to include recruiting,

organizing, initiating, wearing of symbols or clothing which symbolizes association with a gang, or any actions

identifies a gang-related behavior.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to police

43. Possession of Drugs/Alcohol or being under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol: Students will not use, possesses,

purchase, or be under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug or any controlled substance or intoxicant (as

defined by state law) on school grounds or at any school sponsored activity. Student will not report to school or be

on school grounds or at any school-sponsored activity within a reasonable time frame (3 hrs. or less) after

consumption.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to polic

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44. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Look-alike drugs: Students will not use, purchase, sell, distribute or

possess drug paraphernalia or look-alike drugs.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to police

45. Rape or Attempted Rape: Students will refrain from committing forced sexual

activity.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to police

46. Refusal to comply with reasonable search: Students will refrain from refusing to comply with a reasonable request

to search.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – Contact police / 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term

suspension or expulsion

Principal-parent conference

47. Robbery/Theft: Students will not take or attempt to take another person’s property by force or violence.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to police

48. Sale or Distribution of Drugs, Alcohol, Inhalants or Intoxicants: Students shall not distribute, sell, or purchase any

drugs, alcoholic beverages, intoxicants, or other controlled substances. Students will not take any action that

contributes to the sale, purchase, or distribution of such substances. This includes look-alike substances which are

being represented as drugs, alcoholic beverages or other intoxicants.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

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1st Offense – 10 days OSS with recommendation for long-term suspension or

expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to police

49. Vandalism: Students will not willfully or maliciously damage or destroy any school

building or property owned by, or under control of, the School Board, or any other person. Note:

Students or parents will be required to pay for any damage to school property.

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS, restitution of all costs of repair and recommendation for

long-term suspension or expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Referral to police

50. Weapons and Dangerous Instrument/Objects and look-alike weapons: Students will not possess, handle,

transport, or use any weapon, firearm, or dangerous instrument or object that can be reasonably considered a

weapon, or substance that that could cause harm or irritation to another individual. This definition includes, but is not

limited to: guns, look-alike guns, any size or shape of knives or blades, box cutters, razors, ammunition, stun guns,

multi-fingered rings, metal knuckles, nun chunks, clubs, ice picks and antipersonnel spray (such as: mace, pepper

spray) Students shall not use any article as a weapon, regardless of whether it is commonly accepted as a weapon..

(a) High School (Grades 9-12)

1st Offense – 10 days OSS, confiscation of weapon – not to be returned and possible

recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion

Principal-parent conference

Possible Referral to police

DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS - - PREVENTION OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE BY STUDENTS

I. PURPOSE - The Franklin City Public Schools, recognizing that the use and abuse of illicit drugs and alcohol by students is wrong and harmful, establishes the following policy for identifying and handling drug abuse in the schools, with the objective being to provide an environment free of substance abuse.II. DEFINITION –Substance abuse is defined as follows: A. The use, possession, distribution, intent to sell, selling, manufacturing, giving, attempting to sell, or being under the influence of a controlled substance including anabolic steroids, imitation illicit substances, marijuana, illicit drugs, or intoxicants including alcohol, at any time upon school property or while engaged in or attending a school activity, or in any manner so as to endanger the well-being of students or staff. B. Being present on school grounds within a reasonable time (3 hours) after having consumed or used a controlled substance including anabolic steroids, marijuana, illicit drugs, or intoxicants including alcohol. C. Possession or distribution of “imitation illicit substances,” which by dosage-unit appearance, including color, shape, size, and markings or by representations made, would lead a reasonable person to believe that the substance is a controlled substance. D. The use, possession, distribution, intent to sell, selling, manufacturing, giving, or attempting to sell drug paraphernalia at any time upon school property or while engaged in or

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attending a school activity, or in any manner as to endanger the well-being of students or staff. Drug paraphernalia means all equipment, products, and materials of any kind including the constituent parts thereof that are either designed for use or intended by the student for use in packaging, repackaging, storing, containing, concealing, injecting, ingesting, inhaling, or otherwise introducing into the human body a controlled substance including anabolic steroids, marijuana, illicit drugs, or intoxicants including alcohol. Drug paraphernalia shall include, but not be limited to, those things defined in Section 18.2-265.1 of the Code of Virginia.III. Procedures for Identifying Suspected Substance Abuse –School staff members are in a unique position to observe students in a variety of settings and thus may notice behaviors that may indicate a problem related to the use of a controlled substance, including anabolic steroids, marijuana, alcohol, or other intoxicants. School performance may be the last aspect of a student’s life to be affected by substance abuse. Therefore, it is essential to the health and safety of the student that is suspected or actual cases of substance abuse be reported immediately to the principal or principal’s designee.A. The classroom teacher generally has the most contact with a student and is, therefore, in the best position to observe any significant change in a student’s behavior. These behaviors may include, but will not necessarily be limited, to the following:

1. Absenteeism2. Tardiness3. Diminishing quality of assigned school work4. Trouble with peers5. Hostility toward staff members6. Changes in appearance7. Changes in participation in extra-curricular activities8. Deteriorating health9. Dramatic changes in mood

10. Drowsiness, attempting to sleep in class

Only simple identification of problem behaviors is requested. There is no need for teachers to attempt to diagnose the causes of certain behaviors, although expressing personal concern regarding a decline in student performance may be helpful to the student.B. Teachers or other staff members shall immediately refer any cases of suspected substance abuse to the principal, assistant principal, counselor, or other appropriate school official.C. The principal or the principal’s designee, after interviewing the student and upon determining that there is sufficient reason to suspect substance abuse, shall notify the student’s parents or guardian, and a conference shall be arranged with the parents or guardian, the student, and a counselor, school nurse, or other school employee.

IV. Procedure for Handling Actual Substance Abuse ViolationIf it is determined that a student has engaged in any form of substance abuse, the procedure shall be as follows:A. The principal or his designee shall immediately remove the student from any school activity and shall notify the superintendent or his designee of such action.B. The principal or his designee may recommend to the superintendent that the student be suspended from school attendance and all school-sponsored activities for a specified period of time, including suspension for the remainder of the school year, or may recommend expulsion from school.C. The principal or his designee shall notify the student’s parents or guardian(s) of the violation and of any suspension or recommendation for expulsion as soon as possible.D. The principal or his designee shall report the violation to the law enforcement officials. In instances where material is found that is suspected of being substance abuse, it should be received in the presence of witnesses and marked for future identification. A receipt with

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witnesses’ signatures should be furnished to the owner, if known, and a receipt obtained from the officer who takes possession.E. The principal or his designee shall recommend that the student participate satisfactorily in an appropriate substance abuse prevention activity.F. The principal shall require all students who must take medication at school to have written orders from a physician on file in accordance with the board policy, “Administration of Medicines.” (Students and parents or guardian(s) should request a copy of the form, “Administration of Medication.”)

When students seek the help and counsel of school personnel regarding substance abuse problems, teachers and other staff members shall refer the student to the appropriate school official or staff member who can advise the student about available assistance. Teachers and other staff members should immediately bring to the attention of the principal or his designee the presence of strangers in the school building or on school grounds.

Lockers and other storage facilities made available to students for temporary storage of their personal possessions remain under the joint control of the school administration. The school administration has the right to search lockers, desks, and other storage facilities for items which violate law, school policies and regulations, or which may be harmful to the school or its students. Lockers and other storage facilities are subject to periodic searches by school officials.

The school administration also has the right to search any student when there is reasonable basis to believe that the student possesses an item which violates law, school policies and regulations, or which may be harmful to the school or others. In no event shall strip-searches of students be conducted.

Students of Franklin City Public Schools and their parents or guardian(s) are to be notified that compliance with this policy is mandatory, and they are to be given a copy of this policy. A biennial review of this substance abuse prevention policy will be conducted by school division personnel to (a) determine the program’s effectiveness, with implementation of any needed changes, and (b) ensure that disciplinary sanctions are consistently enforced. To the extent that any provision of this policy is inconsistent with applicable federal, state, or local law, then such law shall govern.

Important Phone Numbers for Bus TransportationParents should call the following numbers for assistance:

Franklin City Public Schools Transportation 757-569-8111 Ext.5502Franklin City Police 757-562-8575

PLEASE CONTACT THE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION AT FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING INFORMATION IN THIS AGENDA.Franklin City Public Schools is an equal educational opportunity school system. The School Board of the City of Franklin also adheres to the principles of equal opportunity in employment and therefore, prohibits discrimination in terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, sex, national origin, color, religion or disability.

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School Board Members Mrs. Rebecca Jester Ward 1

Mrs. Amy Phillips Ward 2Dr. Andrea Hall-Leonard Ward 3, Vice ChairpersonMs. Marchelle Williams Ward 4Ms. Jessica Grant Ward 5Mr. Robert Holt Ward 6, Chairperson

Mrs. Carrie Johnson At-Large Member

School Board Office Staff Ms. Tamara Sterling Superintendent

Ms. Felicia Burkhalter Director of Instruction Mrs. Gail Wade Director of Human Resources Mrs. Pam Kindred Coordinator of Financial Services Mrs. Norletta Edmond Coordinator of Exceptional Education Mr.Josh Spaugh Coordinator of Technology Services

Ms. Meta Stratten Data Manager Mr. Dan Custer Maintenance Supervisor Mr, Kelvin Edwards Coordinator of Federal Program & Professional Learning Mrs. Anita Harris Coordinator of Pupil Personnel, Testing

& Instruction

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FRANKLIN CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS2018 - 2019 CALENDAR

DATES EXPLANATION

August30 Registration/Open House

September3 Labor Day Holiday4 Students Report17 Early Closing / Prof. Development October2 Senior Night/ Financial Aid Night8 Interim Report15 Early Closing / Prof. Development November 2 End of 1st.Nine Weeks/

Early Closing/Teacher Workday 5 2nd 9 Weeks Begin 12 Veteran’s Day Holiday 13 Sophomore & Junior Night 14 Report Cards Distributed 15 Early Closing all schools / Parent- Teacher Conferences 21-23 Thanksgiving Holiday

December 4 Freshman Night 11 Interim Report19 Early Closing / Teacher Workday

All Schools20 – Jan 4 Winter Break (Schools and

Offices Closed)

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January 7 School Reopens 21 ML King Holiday22 Early Closing/ Senior Research

Presentations29 – 30 Semester Exams – Early Closing -30 End 1st. Semester31 Teacher Workday

February 1 2nd. Semester Begins12 Report Cards Distributed 18 Early Closing/Prof. Dev. March 6 Interim Report18 Early Closing all schools/Prof. Dev.

April 5 End of 3rd Nine Weeks

Early Closing/Teacher Workday16 Report Cards19 Early Closing22-26 Spring Break

May17 Interim Report24 Early Closing/Teacher Workday27 Memorial Day Holiday

June3 Early Closing / Senior

Presentations 6-7 Senior Final Exams13 Semester Exams –Early

Closing/Teacher Workday14 End of 2nd Semester / Last day for

Students/Semester Exams –Early Closing/Teacher WorkdayFHS Graduation

17 Teacher Workday

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Administrators PositionFelts, Travis PrincipalCarter, Wayne Assistant PrincipalMcCullough, Joan Instructional Tech Specialist

Office Staff PositionAtkinson, Sandy School Testing CoordinatorBrown, Gena Opportunity Inc. Cord.Gamble, Larry Assist. Athletic Director/SubJohnson, Jewel SecretaryLease, Dave Athletic Director Lowe, John Student Services AssistantMartin, Sharon School NurseMassenburg, Ale School Guidance CounselorStoffer, Shannon Bookkeeper / Secretary

Faculty PositionBernard, Tawanna BusinessBlythe, Suzanne Media SpecialistBritt, Loveeta MathDaughtrey, Crystal ScienceDenne, Shawn Health/P.E.Dovell, Diane EnglishGorgei, Chris HistoryGray, Kathy EnglishHurdle, Carolyn Culinary ArtsIdisi, Freda Alternative EducationLease, Dave Building TradesLesley, Patrick ScienceLong, Cherita Special EducationMagette, DeeDee Health OccupationsMay-Williams, Angela Special EducationMuller, Glenn HistoryPittman, April MathPruitt, Elizabeth Art

Franklin High School Faculty and Staff

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Quiroz, Juan SpanishRawlings, Shonna AVIDRawlings, Teresa Special EducationRobinson, Derrick JROTCRobinson, Donte’ Band DirectorSmith, Jonathan HistorySorsby, Al MathSumblin, Mona Health/PE / Driver EducationTownsend, Candice EnglishWright, Linwood JROTCYanna, Brandon Math, Physics

Support StaffFenner, Dara Teacher AssistantGastonguay, Louise ISSHobbs, Gayle Teacher AssistantLogan-Britt, Charlene Teacher Assistant

Cafeteria StaffHowington, Marcia Cafeteria ManagerVinson, Heidi Cafeteria WorkerWhitfield, Mary Cafeteria Worker Custodial StaffKnight, Veronica Head CustodianBryant, Sandra CustodianRandall, Terance Custodian

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FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOLBELL SCHEDULE

REGULAR SCHOOL DAY2018-2019

Block 1 7:40 – 9:19 Block 2 9:23 - 10:58 Block 3 A 11:02 – 12:37 Block 3 B 11:28 – 1:03

1St Lunch 11:02 – 11:242nd Lunch 12:41 – 1:03

Block 4 1:07 – 2:45

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL BELL SCHEDULE EARLY CLOSING 2018-2019

Block 1 7:40 - 8:45 Block 2 8:49 - 9:50 Block 3 A 9:54 – 10:55 Block 3 B 10:20 – 11:21 1st Lunch 9:54 - 10:16 2nd Lunch 10:59 - 11:21 Block 4 11:25 – 12:45

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FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOLBELL SCHEDULE2 HOUR DELAY

2018-2019

Block 1 9:40 – 10:49 Block 2 10:53 – 11:57 Block 3 A 12:01 – 1:06 Block 3 B 12:27 – 1:32 1st Lunch 12:01 – 12:23 2nd Lunch 1:10 – 1:32 Block 4 1:36 –2:45

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL BELL SCHEDULE PEP RALLY / ASSEMBLY

2018-2019

Block 1 7:40 - 9:00 Block 2 9:04 - 10:20 Block 3 10:24 - 11:40 Block 3 B 10:50 – 12:06 1st Lunch 10:24 – 10:46 2nd Lunch 11:44 – 12:06 Block 4 12:10 – 1:30

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FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL BELL SCHEDULE TARGETED INSTRUCTION 2018-2019 Block 1 7:40 – 9:03 Block 2 9:07 – 10:25 Targeted Instruction 10:29 – 11:29 Block 3 A 11:33 – 12:52 Block 3 B 11:59 – 1:18 1st Lunch 11:33 – 11:55 2nd Lunch 12:56 – 1:18 Block 4 1:22 – 2:45

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL BELL SCHEDULE 1 HOUR DELAY 2018-2019

Block 1 8:40 – 10:04 Block 2 10:08 – 11:27 Block 3 A 11:31 – 12:51 Block 3 B 12:55 – 1:17 1st Lunch 11:31 – 11:53 2nd Lunch 12:55 – 1:17 Block 4 1:21 – 2:45

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HALL PASS

DATE DEPART DESTINATION RETURN TEACHER

Codes: N = Nurse; R = Restroom; L = Locker; O = Office; C = Counselor; M = Media

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HALL PASS

DATE DEPART DESTINATION RETURN TEACHER

Codes: N = Nurse; R = Restroom; L = Locker; O = Office; C = Counselor; M = Media C

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HALL PASS

DATE DEPART DESTINATION RETURN TEACHER

Codes: N = Nurse; R = Restroom; L = Locker; O = Office; C = Counselor; M = Media C

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HALL PASS

DATE DEPART DESTINATION RETURN TEACHER

Codes: N = Nurse; R = Restroom; L = Locker; O = Office; C = Counselor; M = Media C

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HALL PASS

DATE DEPART DESTINATION RETURN TEACHER

Codes: N = Nurse; R = Restroom; L = Locker; O = Office; C = Counselor; M = Media C

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