SCHOOL PROCEDURES

Authorized Area Before School
All High School students (grades 912) will enter the school building through the main entrance. Students are to report to their first period class when the warning bell sounds at 7:35 a.m.

Student Agendas
All students will be issued a Premier Agenda at the beginning of the year. You are responsible for your own agenda, and must have your name written in it. Your agenda should be carried with you at all times, and will serve as your pass in the hallways. Agendas must be signed by your teacher to gain permission to leave class. Your teacher may deny your request to leave class. Agendas must not be altered, shared, or used by anyone but the legitimate owner.You must fill out the destination and time/period before the teacher initials it. No student will be allowed to leave class for any reasonwithout a signed agenda. Teachers or administrators may confiscate any agenda, which is being used inappropriately. If your agenda is lost, you must pay $6.00 in the high school office to receive a new one

Medication
If it is medically necessary for a student to take any form of medication at school, a Medication form must be completed by the student’s doctor and placed on file in the office. All medication must be in its original container, and will be stored securely in the office. An adult office staff member or the school nurse will dispense the medication in the office. Students are strictly prohibited from transferring emergency medication, epi pens, or inhalers to any other students for their use or possession. Any medication who distributes medication of any kind or who is found in possession of unauthorized medication is in violation of the School’s Code of Conduct and will be disciplined.

Student Cheating
Each student is expected to do his or her own work on homework, quizzes, and tests. Copying homework, plagiarizing, or cheating of any kind will NOT be tolerated. No credit will be given on any test, assignment, or quiz where cheating has taken place. Repeated instances of cheating will be subject to further disciplinary action. Parents will be notified. Teachers’ Gradebooks, desks, and papers, and computer terminals are to be respected as private property.

Study Halls
A Study Hall period is to be used to complete homework, study schoolrelated material, prepare for tests, or reading. Students will not be allowed to sleep, play games, or leave class except for emergencies. Students assigned to Study Hall who will be working in the office, helping in the library, or assisting a teacher, must obtain a ReAssignment Form in the office. The student will attend Study Hall until the reassignment form is signed and returned.

Book & Duffel Bags
Students may carry their books and belongings to school in a bag. For safety and security reasons, book bags or duffel bags may not be carried to classes. Bags are to remain in your assigned locker. Girls may carry a small purse if necessary, but not large enough to hold a book(s).

Locks and Lockers
Assigned lockers are the responsibility of each student (school and gym). Students are responsible for everything in his or her locker, and for keeping the assigned locker clean both inside and outside. Students who write, mark, deface, or inappropriately decorate their lockers will repair or be billed for the damage. Any locker malfunction should be reported to the office. Students are cautioned not to keep money or other valuables in their lockers. Turn in such items to the office for safekeeping. Students are NOT allowed to make any locker changes. All changes must be made in the office with administration approval. Signs and banners may NOT be taped to the lockers. Tape or glue may not be used on the inside or outside of the lockers. School is not responsible lost / stolen items out of lockers.

Combination locks are on the lockers. There is no initial charge for the lock, but the student will pay for lost locks. Lockers should be kept clean at all times. Student Lockers are the property of the school district and students have no reasonable expectation of privacy in their contents or in the contents of any other district property including desks and other containers. The administration reserves the legal right to search lockers at any time to insure a safe and healthy school environment. Unannounced and random canine searches may also be conducted.