Policies and Procedures Student Dress Code Gang Affiliation

Policies and Procedures Student Dress Code Gang Affiliation Cell Phone Chromebook Rm. 28 Expectations

Student Dress Code • All students must recognize the need to dress appropriately for school. Clothing that appears to create an improper or disruptive influence on the educational environment will not be tolerated. The following guidelines will be in effect:

Student Dress Code 1) No tank tops, halters, spaghetti straps, openchested shirts, tops that are transparent or that resemble underwear will be permitted. No blouses, sweaters, or shirts that are worn with a bare midriff will be permitted. No Bandanas or Headscarf’s may be worn at any time in school ** Please Note: If there is a Religious reason to wear a head covering, proper documentation MUST be submitted to the Administration for approval.

Student Dress Code 2) The following items are prohibited: spiked garments or spiked jewelry, anything with metal spikes or rings which include chains attached to a student’s body. 3) Any indecent patches, writing or slogans, cuts and tears (showing skin) on any item of clothing will be considered a violation of the GPA dress code.

Student Dress Code 4) Skirts and shorts must be no higher than 3 inches (standard ruler) above the knee. Trench coats which fall below the knee are prohibited. 5) No pajama bottoms or slippers may be worn in the school. Blankets and pillows used as clothing are also prohibited. No tights or spandex pants may be worn unless the student wears a LONG shirt over the pants.

Student Dress Code 6) Neither flip-flops nor sandals are appropriate footwear in school. 7) No coats, jackets, fleece or similar garments may be worn in school. These items must be removed prior to entering the school. Hoodies may be worn in school but upon entering the building, the hood may not be worn anytime during the day. • See gang affiliation policy for further dress code requirements. • Any violation of the above student dress code will be treated under the Consequences Guide of this Student Handbook. • Administration reserves the final decision on all matters. Staff should review any individual concerns with Administration.

Gang Affiliation Policy • Gangs and gang-related activities are prohibited on school property and at school affiliated activities. No student may intimidate or harass other students for the purpose of gang recruitment or gang retaliation. "Gang" as used in this policy shall mean two or more individuals who associate with each other primarily for criminal, disruptive and/or other activities prohibited by law and/or the school’s rules and

Gang Affiliation Policy • No student on or about school property or at any school activity shall: 1) Wear, possess, use, distribute, display or sell any clothing, jewelry, emblem, badge, symbol, sign or other item that is evidence of membership or affiliation in any gang. Examples include, but are not limited to, bandannas, scarves, colored sweatbands, etc.

Gang Affiliation Policy 2) Communicate verbal or nonverbal gestures, handshakes, slogans, drawings, etc. – about or regarding membership or affiliation in a gang.

Gang Affiliation Policy 3) Commit any act that furthers gang activities, including, but not limited to: a) Soliciting others for membership in any gang. b) Requesting any person to pay protection or otherwise intimidating or threatening any person. c) Committing any other illegal act or violation of school policies. d) Inciting other students to act with violence upon any person.

Gang Affiliation Policy • Any student suspected of gang activity will come under greater scrutiny and may not wear any colors, beads, etc. , which are associated with gangs. • Students who do not conform to this policy will meet with the Principal and be offered an opportunity to comply. If the student refuses, the parent/guardian will be notified and appropriate disciplinary action will be taken. • This policy will be implemented immediately and all decisions resulting from this policy will be at the discretion of the School Director or Superintendent.

Cell Phone Contract • All students are to be wanded in and cell phones are to be locked and secured in the teacher’s cabinet until the end of the day. If a student refuses to turn in his/her cell phone, classroom staff is to go through a teaching interaction with the student. If the student continues to refuse to turn in the cell phone, call an administrator.

Cell Phone Contract • The first time a student is found to have a cell phone in his/her possession after being wanded in, the phone should be taken and it should be given back to the student at the end of the day. • The second offense will result in the phone being given to an administrator and held until a parent comes up to get it from the administrator. At that time, the student will not be permitted to bring in a cell phone for the remainder of the school year. The parent and student will sign a statement of acknowledgement indicating they understand that no cell phone is to be permitted in school.

Cell Phone Contract • If a student is found to be in possession of a cell phone after the second offense, the phone will be confiscated for the remainder of the school year. • Students will be given a copy of the cell phone policy (contract) to be signed. (This merely indicates that the student has been informed of the cell phone policy, not necessarily that they agree with it. )

Chromebook Contract • Students should understand that they will have access to a Chromebook during class time in order to complete online lessons and collaborative work with their peers. • Students will be given a copy of the Chromebook policy (contract) to be signed.

Chromebook Contract • I agree to only use the computer as directed by the teacher, including refraining from visiting unauthorized websites such as social media websites and music/video websites. • I agree to treat the computer with respect. I will not intentionally damage the computer. I understand that if I do intentionally damage the computer, I will receive ISS, and I will be financially responsible for replacing it.

Chromebook Contract • I agree to use the Internet appropriately and respond to my peers in a positive fashion. I understand that if I leave inappropriate, negative comments on peers’ online work, I will receive ISS. • I agree that I will not change my personal username or password for any of the collaborative websites we use.

Chromebook Contract • I agree that I will not spread any personal information on the Internet, including full names, addresses, phone numbers, and online login information. • I agree to never remove the Chromebook from the classroom for any reason. If I do, I will receive ISS.

Rm. 28 - Expectations 1) Follow all instructions as they are given. 2) NO Cursing! 3) Come prepared (to work and with the right attitude). 4) Keep your hands (and feet) to yourself. 5) Respect yourself and others. 6) Use school furniture AND materials as intended. 7) Raise your hand AND wait to be called on.

Rm. 28 - Expectations 8) Ask Permission to… Go to the bathroom, get Chromebooks, to leave the room, etc. 9) NO Horseplay (This includes slap boxing, jumping on each other, etc. ) 10) Be HONEST about… Doing your work / homework, what you’re telling staff, etc.

Rm. 28 - Expectations 11) If you have questions, ask them (We are here to help). Expectations can / will be adjusted as needed. All school expectations will be followed!! Breaking expectations will have appropriate consequences.