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Lee Central High School1800 Wisacky Highway

Bishopville, South Carolina 29010

Telephone: 803-428-4010 Guidance: 803-428-4047

Mr. Baron Turner, Principal

“The Pursuit for Academic Excellence Has No End We Are Stampeding for Success”

This Student Academic Handbook belongs to:

___________________________________________________

My Homeroom Teacher is:

___________________________________________________

My Guidance Counselor is: ___________________________________________________

The mission of Lee Central High School is to provide students essential learning strategies and skills that will enable them to function as members of a competitive and diverse society through a challenging standard-driven curriculum that requires parental involvement,

teachers’ guidance, administrative leadership, student achievement and stakeholders’ accountability.

“The Pursuit for Academic Excellence has No End - We are Stampeding for Success”

Lee County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, age, religion or national origin in its educational programs and employment practices and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions

pertaining to Section 504 inquiries may be directed to the Office of Special Services. Questions pertaining to Title IX may be directed to the Office of Personnel and Communications at P.O. Box 507, Bishopville, SC 29010 or (803) 484-5327

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FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Greetings Stallions,

On behalf of the administration, faculty, and staff, I welcome you to Lee Central High School. Our vision is to provide every student with the necessary skills to achieve success in life after high school. While you’re with us, we look forward to developing relationships with you and your family, while providing a rigorous and rewarding academic experience. By focusing on the “Three R’s” (Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships), we plan an investment of your time that will develop you into a well-rounded, globally competitive young citizen.

While here, you will be earning credits toward graduation. We aim to match your interests with relevant course work and programs that we offer throughout the school. Regardless of your interest, we feel that we have a program suited to your needs and interest. In order to be successful, you must have a good attendance record, a good behavior record, and a good work ethic. These traits, along with a strong working partnership with your parents/guardians, are a sure recipe for success.

Thank you for investing in your education at Lee Central High School. I look forward to a wonderful year and to serving as your principal. Best wishes in 2019-2020.

Sincerely,

Baron TurnerPrincipal

Lee County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, age, religion or national origin in its educational programs and employment practices and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions pertaining to Section 504 inquiries may be directed to the Office of Special Services. Questions pertaining to Title IX may be directed to the Office of Personnel and Communications at P.O. Box 507, Bishopville, SC 29010 or (803) 484-5327

FORWARD

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While every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of this Student handbook, it is the student’s responsibility to remain abreast of policy changes throughout the school year. This

handbook is meant as a guide for students and parents and any changes will be publicized. Any and all questions that parents and/or students have should be asked of the appropriate school

official when they arise. All information in this handbook can be found on the district’s web site or by contacting Lee Central High School. Any errors or omission are unintentional and should be brought

to the attention of the principal.

In addition, many policies and procedures can be accessed via the LCHS web site.

To the Student: The administration, faculty and staff welcome you to Lee Central High School. You will be earning credits toward graduation. Individual student schedules are generated to comply with the student Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) and the Economic Education Development Act of 2005

(EEDA). In high school, attendance is tied to credits earned. Please be familiar with attendance procedures and policies for credit awarded.

You must maintain a good attendance record in order to receive credit for course work in which you earn a passing grade. Avoid scheduling appointments during school time. If you must visit the

doctor, please rotate the time during the day. Yearly checkups should be made during the summer.

The policies and procedures identified in the Student Handbook have been established to create and maintain an atmosphere in which the majority of students can be productive. It is your responsibility

to review all information in the handbook and to ask for clarification of any items which you do not understand.

You are requested and expected to share this information with your parents/guardians.

To the Parent: The mission of educating young people is a partnership among parents, schools and the community. The administration, faculty and staff of Lee Central High School will be working with your child to help him/her meet academic, social and co-curricular goals. Please assist the school

by encouraging your student to accept responsibility for his/her decisions, to use good manners, and to participate in the variety of opportunities offered to high school students.

Be familiar with the policies and procedures identified in the Student Handbook, and feel free to contact the school for more information concerning these and other issues related to your child.

Establish between you and your child communication about your child’s academic progress, review lists of assignments, and ask to see interim reports and reports cards. The Economic Education Act

of 2005 requires parents to have an annual meeting with school personnel. Call your child’s teachers at school and/or call the school if you don’t get any information from your child.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Principal’s Letter 2

Forward 3

LCSD 2019-2020 Calendar 4

LCHS Alma Mater, Mission Statement, Beliefs & Motto 7

School Map 8

2019-2020 Student Checklist for a Successful Year 9

2019-2020 Bell Schedules 10

Grade-level Checklists 11-13

Academics 14-22

Requirements for a High School Diploma

Individual Graduation Plan (GEP)

Promotion Requirement

SC Uniform Grading Scale

Class Rank

Withdrawal from a Course

Retaking Courses

Graduation Exercise Requirement

Test Information

Communication between Parents, Faculty and Staff

Academic Honors, Scholarships and Grants

General Criteria for Scholarship and Grants

Cheating Policy

Class Interruptions

Make-up Policy

Homework Policy

Media Center Procedures 23

LCSD Students Internet Use Form 24

Guidance Services 25-26

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Schedule Change Policy

Student Intervention Team (SIT)

Transcripts

Transferring or Withdrawing from School

Attendance Procedures 27-30

Attendance Recovery Program

Late Arrival & Early Dismissal

Homebound Instruction

Leaving Campus

Fees 31

Student Activities 32-33

School Information 34-42

Transportation 43-44

Athletic Discipline Policy 45

LEE CENTRAL ALMA MATER

Lee Central High, we love thy Black and Gold

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And in our hearts, we’ll sing it loud and bold

Where e’er we go, we’ll hold thy standards high

We’ll be loyal until the day we die

We’ll be loyal until the day we die

Lee Central High, t’will be our alma mater

Proudly we’ll bear our Black and Gold forever

We’ll defend and honor as loyal sons and daughters

Lee Central High, we’ll love and cherish thee

Lee Central High, we’ll love and cherish thee

Stallions are we; we’ll defend and honor thee.

Words and Music by Thomas A. Slater

LEE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Lee Central High School is to provide students essential learning strategies and skills that will enable them to function as members of a competitive and diverse society through a challenging standard-driven curriculum that requires parental involvement, teachers’ guidance, administrative leadership, student achievement, and the stakeholders’ accountability.

BELIEFS

1. All students can learn.2. Parental involvement is vital.3. A safe and clean environment is necessary for the development of the students.4. The community must become involved in the lifelong learning process.5. A challenging educational curriculum with high goals and expectations must be maintained.6. Teachers should have knowledge and skill in the content area. 7. Teachers, administrators, and support staff should foster good relations with the students. 8. Students should have accessibility to technology, which leads to a global outlook and a futuristic

view.9. Extra-curricular activities should be a visible part of the overall school program.

MOTTO

“The Pursuit for Academic Excellence Has No End - We Are Stampeding for Success”

SCHOOL MAP

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2019-2020 STUDENT CHECKLISTS FOR A SUCCESSFUL YEAR

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Vocational Career Wing

Show-Up

1. Students must attend school every day.2. Students must be on time to school and to class. Students must be in class at 8:15 a.m.3. Students must remain in class for the entire class period.4. Students must continue to move to the appropriate destination during the change of classes.

Be Prepared

1. Students must come to school with all necessary supplies – paper, pencil, textbook, etc.2. Students must utilize lockers at the appropriate times.3. Students must complete all homework and class work assignments.4. Students must bring their academic planners to school every day.5. Students must dress appropriately and adhere to the Lee Central High School dress-code.6. Students must wear their identification cards. (I.D.) at all times when they are on campus.7. Students must attend tutorial sessions.8. Students must maintain a healthy lifestyle-eat right, get enough sleep, exercise, etc.

Ask Questions

1. Students must ask their teachers questions when they do not understand.2. Students must seek assistance from their counselor or another adult when they need help

resolving conflicts, making appropriate decisions, etc.

Incorporate good character traits

1. Students must use appropriate language when talking to both adults and their peers.2. Students must keep the campus clean and free of graffiti.3. Students must interact with other students in a positive manner at all times.4. Students must use all available resources (adults, peer mediator, etc., to avoid verbal and

physical conflicts).

DON’T QUIT

1. Students must never give up.

ALWAYS SHOW YOUR STALLION P.R.I.D.E...

(Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Determination & Excellence)

2019-2020 Bell Schedule

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Time Block

8:00 a.m. Opening Bell

8:05 a.m. – 9:40 a.m. 1st Block/Announcements

9:45 a.m. – 11:14 a.m. 2nd Block

11:20 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Enrichment

11:55 a.m. – 1:55 p.m. 3rd Block/Lunch

Lunch A: Go to lunch at 11:55 a.m. – 12:20 p.m., then report to third block from 12:25 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.

Lunch B: Report to 3rd at 11:55 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Report to lunch from 12:30 p.m. – 12:55 p.m., then go back to 3rd from 1:00 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.

Lunch C: Report to 3rd from 11:55 a.m. – 1:25 p.m., then go to lunch at 1:25 p.m. – 1:55 p.m.

2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4th Block

GRADE-LEVEL CHECKLISTS:

Freshman Check List

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Check √ each hint as you go

___ Review your ninth-grade curriculum with your parents, a teacher, and a counselor to make sure that you are taking courses required to meet your career goals.

___ Are you doing your best in school? Grades count.

___ The classes might be getting harder, but you can do it! Get extra help from a teacher or a tutor if you need it. Ask a counselor for help too. Don’t be shy.

___ Start getting ready for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or ACT. It is an important test that most colleges require. Be sure to check if the colleges you are applying to require them.

___ Are you on track? Try to meet with your counselor and parents together to make sure. Ask your counselor to explain differences between private and public colleges, two-year and four-year colleges, and colleges and universities.

___ Remember to update your college file at the end of each marking period. Ask at least one teacher to write a recommendation for you.

Sophomore Check List


___ Review your ninth and tenth grade curriculum with your parents, a teacher and a counselor to make sure that you are taking preparatory courses required for admission to college.

___ Are you doing your best in school? Grades count.

___ The classes might be getting harder, but you can do it! Get extra help from a teacher or a tutor if you need it. Ask your counselor for help, too.

___ Keep getting ready for the SAT or the ACT. These are important tests that most colleges require. Be sure to check if the colleges you are planning to apply to require them. This year you will take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) to help you prepare for the SAT. Seek advice from your counselor about registering for the PSAT in the tenth grade.

___ Are you on track? Try to meet with your counselor and parents together to make sure. Begin making a list of colleges that meet your needs.

___ Visit nearby colleges and universities. Request catalogues from all of the colleges that interest you. Remember that there is financial aid to help you with those costs.

___ Start learning the specifics about financial aid and the different kinds of aid for which you can apply. Ask your counselor for information.

Junior Check List


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The heat is on! Take a deep breath. Let it out. You will have a lot to do this year. You can do it!

___ Are you still on your career path? Make sure you are. Do not drop courses because they seem too hard. Other courses are easier, but they will not prepare you for your future!

___ Update your college files at the end of each marking period. Make sure you have at least two teacher recommendations in your file.

___ Take the PSAT. You must take it this year to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Awards. It is also excellent practice for the SAT. Remember that the PSAT is only offered in October.

___ Make sure you are scheduled to take Work Keys!

___ SAT or ACT! You should plan to take it twice since most colleges will use your highest scores when evaluating your application.

___ Take the SAT or ACT in the spring. Remember that you may also need to take achievement tests for some schools. Check the requirements for each school to which you plan to apply! Your counselor can provide you with test dates, descriptive brochures, and information about fees and the date of the examination. After taking the test, meet with your counselor to review your scores. Plan to take it again in October or November of your senior year.

___ Attend college fairs and presentations by college representatives. Listen to your school’s announcements for information about representatives visiting your school or area. Fill out inquiry cards from colleges so that your name can be added to their mailing lists to receive a catalogue and applications.

____ When you visit colleges and universities, ask to meet with a representative of the admissions office and a student. Before your visit, call to request an appointment. Remember to dress nicely so you can make a good impression and be prepared to talk about your high school experience.

___ Make a file for information about scholarships, eligibility requirements, and deadlines. Start early because it takes a long time to research scholarships. The deadlines come early. Speak to your counselor about possible scholarships available to students from our high school. Look for newspaper announcements of scholarship recipients and jot down the information. Ask family members to investigate scholarship offered by their employers or organizations, such as clubs or unions. If you have a job, talk to your employer about scholarship opportunities available to you through the company.

Senior Check List


You are in the home stretch! I think I can, I think I can… I know I can!

___ Are you still taking the right courses? Check with your counselor and teachers.

___ Colleges will request your senior grades before making a final decision on your application so keep up your studies!

Early in September, register for the SAT or ACT.

___ Are you reading all the materials carefully? Pay attention to all deadlines – mark them down on a calendar.

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___ If additional recommendations are needed, ask your teachers and counselor to write their recommendations as soon as possible.

___ Make sure that your application forms are filled out completely and neatly. Ask a family member or a friend to double-check them before you take them to the guidance center for processing and mailing.

___ If the application fees are a burden, ask your counselor about application fee waivers.

___ Make a photocopy of all completed forms before you send them. Keep the copies in your college files.

___ In January and February, call the admission offices of the colleges you applied to and ask them if your application is complete. If not, find out what is needed and send it.

___ Request financial aid information and an application form when you ask for an admission application. Check deadlines! You need to apply on time to receive full consideration of aid.

Getting accepted and going to college

___ Compare letters of acceptance and financial aid awards from the colleges you applied to before deciding which college to attend. If the financial aid award is insufficient to meet your needs or you don’t understand something, contact the financial aid office at the college for assistance.

___ Mail in your acceptance reply form and deposit check before the deadline stated in your letter, particularly if you plan to live in a residence hall on campus. Also, mail in your acceptance of the financial aid award. If a college asks for the deposit before you have heard from other colleges to which you applied, ask for an extension on the deposit deadline.

___ Congratulations! You did it. Get set for your new adventure in college. Be sure to participate in your college’s orientation program for incoming freshmen.

ACADEMICS REQUIREMENTS FOR A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

To be eligible to receive a South Carolina High School Diploma, students must earn 24 units, demonstrate proficiency in computer literacy, and take Comprehensive Health. Based on state law,

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requirements to receive a South Carolina High School Diploma (graduation requirements) for students in Grades 9-12 are prescribed as follows:

English - 4 Units

US History – 1 Unit

Economics – .5 Unit

Government - .5 Unit

Other Social Studies – 1 Unit

Mathematics – 4 Units

Natural Science – 3 Units

Computer Science (including Keyboarding) – 1 Unit

Physical Education or JROTC – 1 Unit

Foreign Language or Career and Technology Education – 1 Unit

Electives – 7 Units

TOTAL REQUIRED – 24 UNITS

INDIVIDUAL GRADUATION PLAN

The purpose of the Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) is to assist students and their parents in exploring educational and professional possibilities, and in making appropriate secondary and postsecondary decisions. The IGP is part of the career planner. It builds on the coursework, assessments and counseling in middle and high school. The IGP is not intended to reflect all aspects of the high school experience.

DEVELOPING THE IGP

School counselors begin working with students regarding interests, clusters of study, majors, postsecondary choices ad high school options through individual and group counseling in the sixth grade. This included information on academic and professional goals, career activities, and access to career resources. Teacher and parental involvement throughout this process is vital.

PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS

In order to comply with state law and to ensure continuous and appropriate progress through Grades 9-12, the Lee County School District School Board has established the district’s Promotion and Retention Policy, IKE. Students are promoted or retained in grade classifications based on these criteria:

Grade 9 Minimum Requirements

To be promoted to the ninth grade, student must have met grade 8th minimum standards or district assignment to the 9th grade.


To be promoted to the tenth grade, student must have earned at least six units of high school credit, distributed as follows:

One unit in English

One unit in Mathematics

Four additional units

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Total – Six (6) units


To be promoted to the eleventh grade, student must have earned at least twelve units of high school credit, distributed as follows:

Two units in English (English I and II)

Two units in Mathematics

One unit in Science and be enrolled in a second Science

One unit of Social Studies

Six additional units

Total – Twelve (12) units


To be promoted to the twelfth grade, students must have earned at least seventeen units of high school credit and are eligible for graduation. Credits will be distributed as follows:

Three units in English (English I, II, and III)

Three units in Mathematics

Two units in Social Studies

Two units in Science

Seven additional units

Enrollment in the remaining courses needed for graduation

Total – Sixteen (16) units

Grade 16 seventeen unit’s requirement pending school board approval

SOUTH CAROLINA UNIFORM GRADING SCALE

South Carolina uses a Uniform Grading Scale to calculate Grade Point Averages (GPA) and class rank for high school students. The South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale assigns grade points for each numerical grade. By state mandate, all courses carry the same grade points with the exception of Honors and AP/IB/dual credit courses. A chart listing number breaks for letter grades, non-weighted grade points and weighted grade points for specified levels is included. The new uniform grading scale and system for calculating grade point averages (GPAs) and class rank will be effective for all students.

Numerical Average

Letter

Gra

College Prep

Honors

AP/IB/ Dual Cr

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100 A 4.875

5.375

5.875

99 A 4.750

5.250

5.750

98 A 4.625

5.125

5.625

97 A 4.500

5.000

5.500

96 A 4.375

4.875

5.375

95 A 4.250

4.750

5.250

94 A 4.125

4.625

5.125

93 A 4.000

4.500

5.000

92 A 3.875

4.375

4.875

91 A 3.750

4.250

4.750

90 A 3.625

4.125

4.625

89 B 3.500

4.000

4.500

88 B 3.375

3.875

4.375

87 B 3.250

3.750

4.250

86 B 3.125

3.625

4.125

85 B 3.000

3.500

4.000

84 B 2.875

3.375

3.875

83 B 2.750

3.250

3.750

82 B 2.625

3.125

3.625

81 B 2.500

3.000

3.500

80 B 2.375

2.875

3.375

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79 C 2.250

2.750

3.250

78 C 2.125

2.625

3.125

77 C 2.000

2.500

3.000

76 C 1.875

2.375

2.875

75 C 1.750

2.250

2.750

74 C 1.625

2.125

2.625

73 C 1.500

2.000

2.500

72 C 1.375

1.875

2.375

71 C 1.250

1.750

2.250

70 C 1.125

1.625

2.125

69 D 1.000

1.500

2.000

68 D 0.875

1.375

1.875

67 D 0.750

1.250

1.750

66 D 0.625

1.125

1.625

65 D 0.500

1.000

1.500

64 D 0.375

0.875

1.375

63 D 0.250

0.750

1.250

62 D 0.125

0.625

1.125

61 D 0.000

0.000

0.000

60 D 0.000

0.000

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59 - 0 F 0.000

0.000

0.000

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CLASS RANK

All courses taken for high school graduation credit are included in the calculation of class rank. The institutional level of each course, the student’s grade in each course, and the total number of courses attempted are included in the computations of class rank. Under the revised S.C. Uniform Grading Policy passed by the South Carolina State Board of Education in January 2007, all course grades are based on the state-defined grading scale with corresponding grade point values for each numerical grade. In addition, the policy specifies that only courses taught at the Honors, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and/or dual enrollment in college courses may be awarded additional weighting values (.5 quality point for Honors credits and 1.0 quality point for Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, and dual credits) to be used in computing grade point averages and class rank. Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated using the following formula:

GPA = sum (quality x units)

Sums of units attempted

Once a GPA has been computed for all students, all Grade Point Averages are rank ordered numerically from highest to lowest and each student’s class rank is determinate by the position of his/her GPA relative to all other students in a given grade. In instances of equal GPAs for more than one student, the same class rank is given and the following value in sequence will be omitted.

WITHDRAWAL FROM A COURSE

With the first day of enrollment as the baseline, students who withdraw from a course within 3 days in a 45-day course, 5 days in a 90-day course, or 10 days in a 180-day course will do so without penalty. Student who withdraw from a course after the specified time of 3 days in a 45-day course, 5 days in a 90-day course, or 10 days in a 180-day course shall be assigned a WF, and the F (as a 61) will be calculated in the student’s overall grade point average.

***The 3-, 5-, and 10-day limitations for withdrawing from a course without penalty do not apply to course or course level changes initiated by the administration of the school.***

If a student fails a course due to excessive absences, an FA will be recorded on his/her transcript. The grade of FA will carry no Carnegie units but will be factored into the student’s GPA as a 61.

RETAKING COURSES

Students in grades nine through twelve may retake a course at the same level of difficulty if they have earned a D or an F in that course. The student’s record will reflect all courses he or she has taken and the grades he or she has earned.

The student may retake the course either during the current school year or during the next school year but no later than that second year. In addition, the student must retake the course before he/she has enrolled in the next sequential course (unless the student is granted approval by the principal to do so).

GRADUATION EXERCISE REQUIREMENTS

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The Lee County School District takes the position that when a Lee County High School senior walks across a stage during graduation ceremonies to receive a state high school diploma; he/she would have already earned 24 units of credit in the subjects as specified in the Defined Minimum Program. In keeping with our district’s commitment to excellence, it stands to reason that the seniors who participate in graduation ceremonies be role models for high standards.

24 credits

All fees/debts must be paid before a diploma will be issues.

A senior must participate in graduation rehearsal(s) in order to participate in graduation exercises. It is the student’s responsibility to know the time and place for rehearsal.

No final transcript or evidence of graduation will be sent to colleges or employers for a senior who owes fees/debts.

Seniors must complete a clearance card by the designated date.

TEST INFORMATION

PSAT/NMSQ

The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test was offered jointly in October 1971 for the first time. The combined testing program serves the purpose of the previously separate PSAT and NMSQT. The PSAT/NMSQT is a two-hour version of the College Board Scholastic Aptitude Test and measure verbal and mathematical ability. This test is recommended for sophomores and juniors seeking recognition and financial assistance through the National Merit Scholars Program and the National Achievement Scholarship Corporation, such as the National Merit Scholars Program for outstanding black students.

Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)

The College Entrance Examination Board’s Scholastic Aptitude Test is a three-hour objective test designed to measure the verbal and mathematical abilities of candidates for college admission. The verbal sections of the SAT test the ability to understand the relationships between words and the ability to understand the relationships between words and ideas as well as reading comprehension. The mathematical sections of the SAT test the ability to understand mathematical symbols and to use them in solving problems. The three parts of the SAT are each scored on a scale from 200 to 800 and are only an approximate measure of ability or achievement. Seniors who plan to go to college should take the SAT or the American College Test no later than December of their senior year.

WRITING

The purpose of the essay is to demonstrate not only how well you write, but also how well you express and support a point of view.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT TESTS

The Advanced Placements Test of the College subjects and to serve as one indication of their preparation for college study. The tests measure not only students’ factual knowledge of a subject, but also their ability to use facts in solving problems.

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ASVAB

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is administered to any interested senior. This test measures aptitude ability for service in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard.

END-OF-COURSE TEST (EOC) - English I, Algebra I, Biology I, and U.S. History

The purpose and uses of the end-of-the-course tests shall be as follows: The test shall promote instruction in the specific academic standard for the course,

encourage student achievement, and document the level of students’ mastery of the curriculum standards.

The test shall serve as indication of program, school, and school district effectiveness in the manner prescribed by the Educational Oversight Committee in accordance with the provisions of the Education Accountability Act of 1998 (EAA).

The test shall be weighted 20 percent in the determination of students’ final grades in the gateway course.

American College Test (ACT)

The ACT test is a curriculum- and standards-based educational and career planning tool that assesses students’ academic readiness for college. The ACT contains five curriculums- and standards-based assessments: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and an optional Writing Test. The assessment is used as a college admissions and placement test and measured the skills and knowledge needed for first-year college success.

Additionally, the ACT includes a career exploration component that stimulates students’ thinking about future plans and relates personal characteristics to career options.

COMMUNICATION BETWEEN PARENT(S), FACULTY AND STAFF MEMBERS

Faculty and staff members will communicate with parents during the school year as the need arises. Contacts will be made to notify parents of achievements, improvements or possible areas of concern.

Phone calls, letters, or conferences may be used as a means of communication. Interim reports, report cards, and attendance cards are important ways of providing timely and meaningful information. Parents are welcome to visit their student’s classes. However, if parents wish to conference with a teacher, they should schedule an appointment with the teacher.

Parents may make appointments for conferences with guidance counselors by telephoning the guidance office. The student academic planning is also another means of communication.

If parents have concerns, the first contact should be with the teacher. If these concerns are on-going, the appropriate administrator should be contacts.

ACADEMIC HONORS, SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS

Honor rolls will be computed for the first three marking periods. Students who receive a grade of “F,” “I,” or no credit will be ineligible for the honor roll. The honor rolls are:

Superintendent’s List – 4.620+

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Principal’s List – 4.000 through 4.619

GENERAL CRITERIA FOR SCHOLARSHIP AND GRANTS

Must be a South Carolina resident: Must be a US citizen or permanent resident: Must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at an eligible South Carolina public or private

institution: Must not owe a refund or repayment on a State Grant, Pell Grant, or a Supplemental

Educational Opportunity Grant and not be in default on a loan under the Federal Perkins Loan or Federal Stafford Loan Program; and

Must not have been convicted of any felonies and have not been convicted of any alcohol or other drug-related misdemeanor convictions within the past academic year (excluding Lottery Tuition Assistance).

CHEATING POLICY

Lee Central High School students are expected to commit to academic honesty and; to refrain from cheating. All work completed by each student must be the original work of that student. Students are expected to refrain from each of the actions below:

Requesting answers for tests, homework, class work, or any other graded work from other students.

Talking during tests, text messaging answers; Intentionally or unintentionally supplying answers for tests, homework, class-work, or any

other graded work to other students; Use of unauthorized materials during tests; Copying of tests, quizzes, research papers essays, lab reports, homework, bell work, etc. Supplying tests, quizzes, research papers, essays, lab reports, homework, bell work, etc. to

be copied; and Plagiarism or the copying of published material, including internet material, without

acknowledging the source. Students must inform the teacher immediately if another student steals or attempts to steal

his/ her work.

CONSEQUENCES

For each offense, the teacher will confiscate the student’s work, the student will receive “0” as the grade for the work, and the teacher will send a referral to the students’ grade level administrator for the purpose of recording the cheating offense on the activity tracker in the Power School Incident Manager. In addition, the teacher will contact the student’s parent and inform him or her of the nature of the offense as well as the consequences the student will face for offenses by an administrator. The grade level administrator will place the referral in the student’s permanent record in the guidance office. Discipline will be handled based on the LCSD Code of Conduct Handbook.

CLASS INTERRUPTIONS

Because instructional time is valuable, it is our goal to keep classroom interruptions to a minimum. If a parent/guardian needs to leave items or messages for a student, the attendance office will notify that student five minutes before his/her lunch period of five minutes before dismissal. It will be the student’s responsibility to come to the attendance office to retrieve his/her articles. If there is a deviation from the student’s daily routine, we ask that the student be made aware of the change prior to the beginning of the school day. We want to assist the students at Lee Central High School in every way that we can, but we must strictly enforce our policy on class interruptions.

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MAKE-UP POLICY

Teacher will permit students to make-up work missed during an excused absence as long as the student makes appropriate arrangements with the teacher on their return back to school. The student must complete the work within three (3) days after his/her return to school.

HOMEWORK POLICY

A major goal of the instructional program at LCHS is to assist students in becoming committed to the process of learning. Learning is not restricted to the classroom, but is a continuous process. Homework is defined as out-of-class tasks assigned to students as an extension or elaboration of classroom work. There are three types of homework: practice, preparation, and extension. The basic objectives of homework are to reinforce the application of previously taught concepts, principles, and skills; extend student learning; and promote creative thinking and independent research.

Practice assignments reinforce newly acquire skills and previously introduced skills that students may need to review. For example, students who have just learned a new method of solving a mathematical problem should be given sample problems to complete on their own.

Preparation assignments help students get ready for activities that will occur in the classroom. Homework assignments may also prepare students for the introduction of new information and may include reading assignments and book reports. Students may, for example, be required to do background research on a topic to be discussed later in class. Extension assignments are frequently long-term continuing projects that parallel class work. Students must apply previous learning to complete these assignments, which include science fair projects and term papers.

Assigning homework serves various education needs. It serves as an intellectual discipline, establishes study habits, eases time constraints on the amount of curricular material that can be covered in class, and supplements and reinforces work done in school in addition, it fosters student initiative, independence, and responsibility and brings home and school closer together.

Homework provides an essential communication link between the school and the home. One measure of a program or course is the quality of the work done at home by the student. As sound program of homework may enhance a strong home-school partnership. In addition, homework should be a tool in developing independent thought, self-direction, and self-discipline. It may assist the student in developing good work habits and in the wise use of time.

Guidelines for homework include:

Homework will be assigned after an introduction and thorough explanation of the skills necessary to complete the assignments successfully.

Homework will be assigned in such a manner that it will be clearly understood by all students.

Homework will serve a valid purpose and be closely related to current classroom activities. A student’s access to resource material will be considered when doing homework

assignments. Homework will be evaluated promptly and returned to the student. Appropriate recognition

will be given to those students who successfully complete assigned work. Effort and competency will also be recognized.

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Teachers will seek to determine the cause if a student regularly fails to do assigned work. Teachers should not avoid giving home work because they believe students will not do the work.

Excessive homework and the absence of homework will be avoided. Homework will not be used for disciplinary purposes. Principal and teachers will take appropriate steps to communicate with parents regarding the

school’s homework policy and solicit their support. Regular homework assignments are a beneficial and powerful tool in our instructional

program. Homework assignments provide opportunities for students to practice a previously learned skill and to develop independent study habits. Teachers will make it a practice to have an area in their classroom designated for homework so that students know where to look to write down homework assignments and the procedures for turning it into the teacher.

MEDIA CENTER PROCEDURES

The media center is opened throughout the school day 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Students are encouraged to come on their own before school begins and after school

closes. During these times, a pass is not needed. Students must present a school ID and sign-in/out at the circulation desk upon entering and leaving the media center. All book bags must be left by the door.

Students coming during lunch or class time are admitted with a pass signed by the teacher. If students leave before the period ends, the media specialist or designee will sign the pass.

All students are to engage in some type of study or educational activity. Students are to remain relatively quiet; when it is necessary to talk, it must be in a low voice. Food, drinks, and chewing gum (opened or sealed) is NOT allowed in the media center. Students may check out up to three (3) books at a time. Books are checked out for ten (10)

days. Lost or excessively damaged books must be paid for in full. A fine of $0.50 per day is charged for books that are not returned by the due date. The fine

will accumulate up to $3.00. Fines greater than one dollar must be paid in order for a student to check out additional materials. If a book is not returned and/or fine paid, the debt record will be passed to the bookkeeper.

Encyclopedias and other reference books are to remain in the media center and may not be checked out.

Magazines and newspaper are not to be taken from the media center. All materials taken from the shelves are to be returned to the shelves or placed on the

circulation desk. No material is to be left on the tables.

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Students are to get permission to use the computers. To use the Internet, a permission form signed by a parent/guardian must be on file.

The Internet will only be used for educational purposes. No Surfing permitted. Please report any damage or defect of materials to the media specialist. Students are not allowed to tamper with the TV/VCR/DVD (all equipment) while in a

teacher’s possession. The principal must approve videos taped at home or rented to be shown in class. Forms for

approval can be found in the Faculty and Staff Handbook. Please be aware of the copyright laws and its implications for educators.

Lee County School District Students Internet Use Form

Board policy allows for the use of the Internet as an instructional tool in the school. The Board generally supports access by students to information resources along with the development by staff of appropriate skills to analyze and evaluate such resources.

Students are responsible for good behavior on school computer networks just as they are in a classroom or school hallway. Communications on the network are often public in nature. General rules for behavior and communication apply. The network is provided for students to conduct research and communicate with others. While students use will be monitored and supervised, students will be allowed independent utilization of telecommunications and electronic information recourse upon submission of this Internet Use Form.

The following procedures will be followed as standard for Internet use in the schools:

Internet use is intended for legitimate education purposes only.

All students must have this form on file at the school signed by their parent and themselves prior to use of the Internet.

Students will not be permitted to access new groups, new groups archives, chat rooms, or any new reader programs.

Students may not send or receive E-mail during class.

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Students who misuse the Internet by accessing news reader programs or inappropriate material for K-12 instructional purposes (including games, pornographic materials, etc.) will be subject to school discipline policies.

All school personnel shall be actively involved in the monitoring and supervision of the Internet.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the procedures to follow for Internet Use and will use the Internet under the conditions described above.

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Student’s Signature

_______________________________________________________

Date

I give permission for my child to use the Internet for educational purposes as described above.

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Parent’s Signature

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Date

GUIDANCE SERVICES

The Lee Central High School Guidance Department offers services designed to support the total educational process by addressing specific needs, problems, and concerns of all students.

The goals of the Guidance Department are:

To be available to talk in conference with students concerning personal or school problems and to utilize appropriate referral services, if necessary.

To help students understand themselves better and discover their interests and abilities so that they may be able to get the maximum out of their high school experience and prepare themselves for a successful and satisfying future.

To assist students and their parents in future educational or vocational planning including assistance with applications for jobs and educational institutions, financial aid/scholarship information and applications, and job referral and recommendations.

To assist students and parents in understanding the various test scores. To maintain comprehensive and accurate student records. Counselors are assigned students by grade level. Students may see counselors before

school, during lunch, after school, and during class with a note from the teacher.

SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY

Schedule changes are made only under specifically defined circumstances which are outlined in the registration materials. If you have an error in your schedule that meets the

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following conditions, you may request a schedule change: Specifically, those seniors who have failed a course and need additional courses to graduate.

You do not have an English, Math or Science on your schedule. You do not have a Social Studies on your schedule (and you need it). You have passed a class that is on your schedule. You have NOT passed a prerequisite for a class that is on your schedule. You have an OPEN period on your schedule (nothing scheduled in a block). You have previously failed a class with a teacher and you are rescheduled in that class with

the same teacher. You are a senior and do not have a course required for graduation on your schedule and

you have not taken it prior to this year (for example, occupational elective, foreign language, personal health, PE, keyboarding, business computer applications).

For this reason, it is crucial that all students carefully plan their courses and then verify those choices once the registration process is complete. A student has two weeks after the completion of registration to identify any errors. After this period, no schedule changes will be made.

STUDENT INTERVENTION TEAM

The Student Intervention Team (SIT) was established as an integral part of the education process to ensure the academic success for every student in Lee County School District. Its primary focus is to provide support for students who display significant academic behavioral, and/or social problems. Composed of teachers, a school psychologist, a guidance counselor, an administrator, parents and other school personnel, as needed, the team meets and develops an intervention plan that addresses the specific needs of the child.

TRANSCRIPTS

Request for transcripts forms are available in the Guidance Office. Transcripts are sent directly to colleges and employers. We encourage students to make transcript requests to colleges through a sincere interest, and after consultation with our guidance counselor. All courses completed are computed in the GPA.

TRANSFERRING OR WITHDRAWING FROM SCHOOL

Parents must complete proper forms with the guidance counselor in order for students to withdraw.

Books and other school property should be returned to an administrator.

Any student who withdraws during the school year is responsible for returning books and clearing all fees/debts.

No official transcripts will be sent until financial obligations are cleared.

Students are responsible for returning the completed form to the guidance secretary.

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ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES

STATE LAW: THE 1984 EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT ACT CALLS FOR A TIGHTENING OF ATTENDANCE REGULATIONS. THESE REGULATIONS ARE STATE LAW. PARENTS ARE REMINDED THAT VIOLATIONS OF THESE REGULATIONS MAY RESULT IN REFERRAL TO FAMILY COURT. THIS MAY RESULT IN NON-PROMOTION OR NON-CREDIT IN EACH COURSE OR GRADE UNLESS EXCUSED BY SPECIAL PROVISIONS OF THE BOARD.

A. Lee County School District Policy

The Board believes that attendance is a key factor in student achievement. Any absence from school represents an educational loss to the student. However, the board recognizes that some absences are unavoidable.

In order to receive credit for a high school course, a student must attend at least 85 days (for a 90-day semester course) or 170 days (for a 180-day course) in order to receive credit.

The board may grant approval of excessive absences in accordance with board policy JH and Administrative JH-R

Lawful Absences include but are not limited to:

Documented absences caused by a student’s own illness and whose attendance in school would endanger his or her health of others.

Documented absences due to illness or death of an immediate family member. Documented religious holidays for a given faith.

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Documented absences covered by local board policies. Unlawful Absences include the following: Willful absence from school without the knowledge of the parent. Absence from school without cause with the knowledge of the parent. Absences from school without documentation.

Truant – a child ages 6-17 years meets the definition for a truant when the child had three consecutive unlawful absences or a total of five unlawful absences (s) or guardian(s) and who accumulates two or more additional unlawful absences.

Habitual Truant – a child age 12-17 years who fails to comply with the intervention plan developed by the school, the child and the parent.

Chronic Truant – a child ages 12-17 years who has been through the school’s intervention process, has reached the level of a “habitual” truant, has been referred to

Family Court and placed on an order to attend school, and continues to accumulate unlawful days.

Any absences not considered as lawful in the preceding section, A-3, are judged to be unlawful and unexcused for purposes of this rule.

Consequences for unlawful absences include:

School level sanctions Attendance Intervention Plan Court Petition Court Order Court Contempt Possible incarceration

Note 1: Students who continue to accumulate unlawful absences may be dropped from school rosters due to non-attendance after the filing of the court documentation.

Note 2: Parents/Guardians will be notified by certified mail of any court documentation initiated by the school.

Student Absences and Excuses

The phone messenger system will notify parents daily of all student absences from all classes. Students are required to being a note from a parent/guardian upon returning to school after an absence and pick up a re-admit slip from the attendance office.

In order to encourage and assist students in attending school regularly, the administration will administer the following intervention procedures as provided in Policy JH and Administrative rule JH-R.

This rule will apply not to cases of extended or chronic illnesses that are certified by a physician and absences due to emergency conditions that are approved by the principal as excusable.

ATTENDANCE CREDIT RECOVERY PROGRAM

The Credit Recovery Program provides students the opportunity to recover credit in jeopardy of being lost due to excessive absences in a class. All absences over 5 in a semester class and all over ten in a year class will be considered as excessive. Students will have an opportunity to appeal to attend the program at the end of first semester and at the end of the school year. Seniors will be able to appeal to attend the program in the spring prior to graduation.

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LATE ARRIVAL/TARDIES TO SCHOOL

Tardiness will not be tolerated. Any student who is not present in class by the 8:15 a.m. tardy bell is considered late to

school. Any student driving to school will lose driving privileges due to excessive absences.

Before 8:20 AM, students who are tardy to school will receive a Tardy consequence. After 8:20 AM, students who are tardy to school will receive a Tardy consequence and report to ISS for remainder of 1st Block.

1st Offense Warning

2nd Offense Warning

3rd Offense 1-day ISS/Parent Conference

4th Offense 2 days ISS

5th Offense 3 days ISS/Parent Conference

6th Offense 1-day OSS

7th Offense 2 days OSS

8th Offense Recommendation for Expulsion

LATE TO CLASS

After the tardy bell rings, students who are tardy will not be admitted to class. Students must report to room 215 (ISS). The ISS Coordinator will mark the attendance accordingly and proceed with the proper disciplinary action, if necessary.

Persistent tardiness will be handled in the following manner: Warning/ISS Parent Contract/ISS Parent Conference with Attendance Intervention Plan/ISS One day ISS

CUTTING CLASS

Cutting class is prohibited by Lee Central High School. All students who are in the hallway should have a pass from their current teacher. Students

should not be in another teacher’s class during instruction time.

1st Offense 1-day ISS/Parent Conference

2nd Offense 2 days ISS

3rd Offense 1-day OSS/Parent Conference

4th Offense 2 days OSS

5th Offense 3 days OSS/Parent Conference

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LEAVING CAMPUS FOR STUDENTS

No teacher has the authority to excuse a student from the campus. All excuses of this nature must be granted from the administration. Students are required to bring a note from parent or guardian granting permission to leave school early.

SIGN- OUT PROCEDURES

Students will be allowed to sign out under the following conditions: A parent or guardian comes to the office to sign the student out. The person signing must be

listed on the student’s registration application form. A written request is given to the Attendance Clerk to be received in the Attendance Office on

the morning of the day on which the student is to sign out. The following information is to be included on the request:

Student name Telephone number where the parent/guardian can be reached so the school official can

confirm that the student has parental permission to leave school. Time the student is to be dismissed and the reason. Student will be considered absent from all classes missed because of early sign-out. If the

student is signing out to go to the doctor or for another lawful absence an excuse must be submitted to the attendance office upon returning to school.

NOTE: Students who are 18 or older must have parental permission.

Students Who Drive:

Student who are 18 or older must have parental permission.

ALL REQUESTS TO LEAVE SCHOOL EARLY MUST BE VERIFIED. IF PARENT/ GUARDIAN CANNOT BE REACHED, THE STUDENT WILL NOT BE GIVEN PERMISSION TO SIGN OUT EARLY. STUDENTS MUST SIGN OUT IN THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE PRIOR TO LEAVING CAMPUS.

HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT

Credit will be denied in high school credit courses (grades 8-12) when a student has more than four absences (excused and/or unexcused, in any combination) in a half credit courses or more than 8 absences (excused or unexcused, in any combinations) regardless of his/her academic performance in a class in a credit course unless approved by the school’s attendance committee.

CHRONIC ILLNESS

Students who suffer from a chronic illness or medical condition that is being treated by a doctor should provide a physician’s note at the beginning of each school year advising the school of the student’s condition (i.e., asthma, diabetes, etc.). The note will be placed in the student’s attendance file. Thereafter, if the student is absent due to this medical condition, a parent note referring to the doctor’s note on file may be sent so that it will not be necessary to go to the doctor each time a relapse occurs.

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The parent should also contact the guidance department to discuss the need for intermittent homebound.

HOMEBOUND INSTRUCTION

Listed below are courses recommended to be taught and NOT to be taught on homebound instruction. Should the students on homebound instruction be out of school for an extended illness, homebound instruction may not be practical due to the “hands-on” instruction required in certain programs.

Courses that cannot be taught:

Cosmetology Health Occupations

Introduction to Auto Technology Automotive Technology

Band courses Electricity I & II

Fashion Merchandising Hospitality & Tourism

Horticulture courses Small Animals

Army JROTC courses Physical Education courses

Mechatronics I & II Building Construction

Please note: The above courses cannot be taught on homebound instruction but students may return to the vocational class and receive credits should their competencies equal those expected within their program.

FEES

I.D. Cards

The administration, faculty, and staff at Lee Central High School seek to provide and maintain an atmosphere of safety for all students, faculty and staff members. At all times, students must wear their ID cards visibly above their waist (lanyards will be provided). (No student will be allowed to remain on campus after 8:30 a.m. without a LCHS ID properly displayed). ID cards may be purchased each morning from 7:30 a.m.-7:50 a.m. in the media center. ID cards must be worn when students arrive on campus until 6 p.m. Students may not add any stickers, buttons, or other adornments to the ID card, which is the property of LCHS. The initial card is issued to all students free of charge.

Replacement cost: ID - $5, Lanyards - $2 Temp ID Cost* $2.00

*Students will only be allowed to purchase as Temp ID three (3) times per semester.

*I.D. POLICY – Students are required to wear a valid I.D. card while attending school each day.

All LCHS students are required to wear a student ID to ensure the safety of our students at LCHS. We do, unfortunately, have non-students who attempt to come on our campus, and the

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student ID allows us to identify these students in a timely manner to ensure the safety of our students. We are asking for your help in making our campus a safe place for our students to learn by ensuring they wear their ID and have it visible above the waist each day.

CONSEQUENCES OF NOT HAVING THE ID IN POSSESSION:

1st Offense Warning

2nd Offense Warning

3rd Offense 1 Day ISS/Parent Contact

4th Offense 2 Days ISS

5th Offense 3 Days ISS/Parent Conference

6th Offense 1 Day OSS

7th Offense 2 Days OSS


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INSURANCE

It is recommended that all students subscribe to the school accident insurance protection plan offered at the beginning of the year. Students participating in chemistry, extra-curricular activities, and all vocational courses are required to subscribe to this insurance. Students may also purchase 24-hour coverage. Accidents should be reported immediately to the teacher or to the main office. All claims must be filed within thirty days from the date of the accident. Students should see the bookkeeper for information in order to file a claim.

RETURNED CHECK POLICY

If a check is returned for any reason (closed account, stop payment, or insufficient funds), there will be a minimum of $25.00 handling charge.

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STUDENT ACTIVITIES

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

The activities program is designed to offer opportunities for exploring, developing and widening the student’s range of interests and to help the student develop leadership and poise. Participation in extracurricular activities enables students to learn how to plan and work with others.

Involvement in organizations helps students develop skills in working together with other students toward a common interest or purpose and in the practical application of ideas and information gained in the classroom. Getting involved is one way to ensure that the time spent at Lee Central High School is as beneficial as it can possibly be.

All clubs must have on file a constitution, a list of officers, and a membership roster. All projects and fundraising activities must be approved and scheduled in advance on the school calendar with the Administrative Assistant for Student Activities.

The purpose of the activity period is to allow clubs to meet on a regularly scheduled basis. Clubs may also meet before or after school. No school club or group meeting may be announced without the approval of the faculty member in charge of the activity. No meeting will be held without the presence of a faculty advisor. This includes meetings, practices, decorating, clean-up, or another group activity. As it relates to officers, no one may be president and/or chief officer of two clubs/organizations simultaneously.

MISS & MR. LEE CENTRAL

Must be classified as a senior. Must have cumulative GPA of 3.7 or above. Must have no suspensions. Must meet the district attendance guidelines.

MISS & MR. STALLION

Academic Criteria Standard: Applicants must have at least a cumulative 3.00 grade point average (grades 9-12) and have failed no major subjects at the interim of this marking period.

Social Criteria Standard: Applicants must have a good disciplinary record as demonstrated by not having been suspended from school at any time during the first semester.

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA)

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The Student Government Associate (SGA) participates in student events; it shapes policies, forms student regulations, and governs student organizations.

Grades: A student must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. Behavior: A student must have had no more than two office referrals in the previous year. A

student must have never been suspended or in the Lee County Academic Center (LCALC). To remain in office or remain a member: Grades: If a student receives two D’s in one nine weeks or fails to bring the class average up

to a 70 for the final, he/she is to be removed from the club. If the student fails to maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher, he/she will be removed from

office. Behavior: If a student is referred to the office more than two times, he/she will be removed

from office. If a student is referred to LCALC for any reason he/she will be removed from office.

CLASS OFFICERS

Be an active and responsible member of the leadership program. Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average. Be active and positive in all school activities throughout the year. Complete Contract with the Administrative Assistant for Student Services regarding

responsibilities and duties related to elected office. If contract is not upheld, officer can be removed and replaced at any time by any member of the administrative team.

Help in set-up and tear down of all LCHS and school-wide events such as rallies, homecoming, dances and class fund-raisers.

Attend all meetings and mandated activities. If an elected student misses 2 meetings or events, the officer may be removed from their office.

Must be involved in a minimum of one co-curricular activity. Meet during the summer to prepare leadership committees for the school year and monitor

leadership committee during the courses of the school year. ADHEAR and EXEMPLIFY the pillars of character and the LCSD Code of Conduct. Responsible for writing a personal evaluation of what he/she has done during his/her office

for incoming officers. An informal meeting will be scheduled with incoming officers to allow for discussion and suggestions for the following year.

Be prepared to accept additional duties that can be added to any office by the school administration, the Administrative Assistant for Student Services.

PROM

All school district rules/policies will be enforced. You must pay the required prom fee. Drugs, tobacco, and alcohol are strictly forbidden. Once you have been admitted into the Prom, you may not leave the building and return. Photographs must be paid for at the time of the Prom. You must be a Junior or Senior to attend the prom (at any high school, names of guest must

be turned in two [2] weeks in advance to be checked); Alternative School and Adult Education students may not attend as a guest; Guest cannot be older than 21 years of age.

Any disruptions or disturbances will be subject to school consequences. You may not attend the Prom if you have been suspended or expelled for the time period

including the Prom. Please dress appropriately for the Prom, Casual wear, shorts, jeans, or revealing outfits are

not allowed. 10 There is no admittance without a current school I.D.

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Reserved Rights - The Administration of Lee Central High School reserves the right to deny anyone entry to extra-curricular events. This is to ensure safety.

SCHOOL INFORMATION

CELL PHONE POLICY

Cell phones, pagers, or other communication devices can be a disruption to the school learning environment. Therefore, possession, use or display of cell phones, pagers, and communication devices are banned in school buildings during normal school hours. LCSD Board policy states “The use of cell phones is restricted to after school hours. All phones are prohibited during the school day unless authorized by the principal and used under supervision by school officials.”

Students must power off and stow away cell phones prior to entering school. Cell phones may not be retrieved by a student until after the end of the student day as determined by the procedures of the individual school. Cell phones discovered in a student’s possession during the school day for any reason will be considered a violation of this policy. Cell phones, pagers, or other communication devices must be surrendered upon demand to school district personnel. Failure to do so will result in suspension. Lee Central High School shall not assume any responsibility for theft, loss, or damage of a cell phone, or unauthorized calls made on a cell phone.

For each violation up to three, the student shall be subject to:1ST

OFFENSE2ND

OFFENSE3RD

OFFENSE4TH

OFFENSE5TH OFFENSE

Warning Parent

Conference Confiscation

of Device

1 day OSS Parent


of Device

3 days OSS Parent


of Device

5 days OSS Parent

Conference Confiscatio

n of Device

Recommendation for Expulsion

In all cases, a parent/guardian conference is held with a building-level administrator designated by the principal.

ALCOHOL/TOBACCO/DRUG USE

Smoking Regulations: Lee Central High School and related grounds are smoke free. Possession or use of tobacco products (cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and other smoking, smokeless tobacco, and electronic cigarettes products) on campus is prohibited. Materials will be confiscated and disciplinary action will be taken. The possession, sale, distribution, or use- in any amount- of tobacco (or utensils used when smoking), alcohol, marijuana, hallucinogenic drugs, on any school buses, or during any other time that the student is under the jurisdiction of school officials is absolutely prohibited. Violations will result in suspension/expulsion from school.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

All announcements must be approved by the Administrative Assistant for Student Activities. All intercom announcements must be in the office by 7:50 A.M. of the applicable date.

ARREST OF STUDENTS

Students are subject to arrest for violations of the law while on the campus or while participating in any school activity on or off the campus. This is in addition to school disciplinary actions. School due process procedures apply only to school disciplinary actions and do not apply to civil or criminal actions taken by the authorities.

ALL CASES NOT MENTIONED WILL BE HANDLED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PRINCIPAL, ASSISTANT TO THE PRINCIPAL OR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT. THE

PRINCIPAL, ASSISTANT TO THE PRINCIPAL OR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INCREASE OR DECREASE THE CONSEQUENCES FOR A PARTICULAR OFFENSE DEPENDING UPON THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF THE CASE.

SUMMARY OF SOUTH CAROLINA CODE REGARDING ASSAULTS:

From South Carolina Code of Laws Section 16-3-612:

… if a student commits an assault and battery that is not aggravated on school grounds or at a school-sponsored event against any person affiliated with the school in a n official capacity, the student is guilty of the crime of assault and battery on school personnel.


…authorize(s) a child to be detained in a secure juvenile detention facility if the child is charged with assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature on school grounds or a school sponsored event against anyone affiliated with the school in an official capacity.


…the Department of Juvenile Justice, the Department of Corrections, of the Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services when student is assigned to it, to notify the senior administrator of the school in which the student is enrolled of a student’s conviction of certain crimes, to provide for notification to each teacher in whose class the student is enrolled of such convictions, and to provide for the inclusion of this information in the student’s permanent record.

ASSEMBLIES

Assembly programs are an important part of school life and are held in the gymnasium. When we have an assembly, everyone is asked to move quickly and quietly to the proper seating assignment. Proper behavior is expected.

CAFETERIA

Breakfast and Lunch are served in the cafeteria. Breakfast and lunch are free to all students. Students are to form lines leading into the cafeteria as directed by those supervising the lunchroom.

The following common courtesies are expected of our students during lunch in the cafeteria and canteen:

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Moving ahead of others in the lunch line is unacceptable. Loud talking and noise are not appropriate behavior. Throwing food, paper, or other items is unacceptable. All trash must be placed in trash

receptacles. Students may not order food to be delivered from off campus for their lunch. A student must maintain cafeteria courtesy.

CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY

Students are responsible for the proper care of all books, supplies, and furniture supplied by the school. Students who disfigure property, break windows, or damage school property or equipment will be required to pay for the damages done or replace the item.

CARD PLAYING/COIN TOSSING REQULATION

No card playing is allowed at school. Coin/DICE tossing is prohibited. Materials will be confiscated and disciplinary action will be taken.

COLLECTION OF DEBTS

Any debt to the school incurred by a student will be recorded as soon as the debt is incurred. Parents will be notified of debts by mail. The official records and/or transcripts of a student will be held if the student has a debt to the school for lost or damaged textbooks, instructional materials, equipment, library materials, athletic equipment, club or organization materials, fund raising merchandise or money; damages to school property or buildings; or any other debt deemed to be legitimate by the principal. All debts must be cleared in order to be eligible for parking privileges or graduation.

DELIVERIES

Flowers, balloons, and other such birthday and special event gifts will not be accepted by our school office for delivery to any student at Lee Central High School. The school will not take responsibility for delivering flowers and/or gifts to students. Please arrange to have these gifts sent to the student’s home.

DISTRIBUTION OF LITERATURE

No pamphlets, posters, or literature of any kind may be distributed on school grounds without prior approval of the principal/designee.

FIELD TRIPS

All school-sponsored trips must be approved by the principal/designee well in advance. Students must get a parent permission form signed and turned in to the person in charge of the trip.

Students must be in good disciplinary standing in order to be eligible to participate on a field trip. Out of school suspension 3 or more times, In-school-suspension 4 times or more (tardies are included) will prevent a student from traveling.

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Student must be present in class 4 out of 4 periods.

Students who plan to participate in school-approved field trips must have a personal liability release form for each activity signed by a parent/guardian and filed with the sponsoring teacher prior to a trip.

FOOD AND GUM/CANDY POLICY

Food and drinks in classrooms, hallways, and restrooms are prohibited.

FUNDRAISING

No class, club, or other group may begin a campaign to raise money without approval in advance by the Administrative Assistant for Student Activities. Students may not bring outside fund-raising items to school to sell.

HALL PASSES

Students are expected to remain in class throughout each instructional period, unless an emergency arises. In such an emergency, that student must be accompanied by a teacher or have a hall pass (signed Student Academic Planner) in his/her possession.

No student is to be in the hall at any time without a 2018-2019 Student Academic Planner during class changes. The hall pass page should have the student’s name, date, destination, time left, time returned, and teacher’s signature. The library, nurse, administrative and guidance offices are the only offices permitted to use different passes.

INITIATIONS

The school does not permit any form of initiation by any school club, organization, or student. Other organizations will not be permitted to bring any form of initiation on school grounds.

JUNIOR/SENIOR CLASS RINGS

You must be in a junior or senior class. All ring orders require a minimum deposit. No rings are kept at school.

LOST AND FOUND

Lost items should be taken to the attendance office and may be reclaimed upon proper identification. Students are asked to visit the attendance office for the purpose of claiming small articles or books before school, after school or during lunch. Articles without identification will be turned over to a welfare organization if not claimed.

NUISANCES

Water guns to included water balloons, whistles, fireworks, and other noise-making or potentially dangerous objects are not allowed at school. Violators will be suspended or expelled from school.

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OFF-LIMIT AREAS

Anywhere outside the campus area; Any classroom to which a student is not officially assigned unless the student has an official

pass to be in that classroom; Any area that is not in a direct path to the destination on the pass. If a student receives a

pass to go to the restroom, he/she is to go to the restroom nearest the classroom area he/she is leaving;

Any gym area or locker area unless assigned to that class or unless given permission by the P.E. teacher;

Parking lots unless officially leaving campus. Students are not permitted to be in the faculty and staff parking lot;

Parking in faculty and staff parking lot, bus parking lot, or visitor parking lot; Parking in student parking lot without the proper parking decal; • Any athletic field; Administrative office area except when authorized, band room, chorus room, bus parking lot,

gym, auditorium, teacher work areas and any outside areas; On the front of the school facing Highway 341; and any construction areas.

PARTIES

No parties of any kind are to be held in a classroom, cafeteria, or anywhere on campus unless approved by the principal.

POSTERS/FLYERS

The Administrative Assistant for Student Activities must approve in advance the posting or disseminating of all posters/flyers publicizing any events.

PREGNANCY

Due to health and safety concerns, the District reserves the right to request medical clearance from students who have special medical needs before the student is allowed to participate in a District sponsored field trip or any extracurricular activity.

PRIVACY POLICY REGARDING STUDENTS

During the school year, Lee Central High School often has the opportunity to photograph and/or video students in a variety of school-related activities. Student recognition programs are an example of this activity. As such, these photographs and/or videotapes may be used in district/school communication tools such as the district/school newsletter, school calendars, newspapers, and other mediums of communication. Highlighting the achievements and successes in our school is an integral part of reporting responsibly to our community and is in the best interest and success of our school and students. However, it is our goal to respect your privacy. Please complete the FERPA form if you do not wish for your child’s identity to be included in any media form and return it to Lee Central High school.

RADIOS, RECORD PLAYERS, BEEPERS, TAPE/DVD PLAYERS, MP3 PLAYERS, IPODS AND CELLPHONES

Because of the disturbances created by the above, these objects are strictly prohibited on school campus at any time. If found, they will be confiscated and kept until the end of the year or until a

parent personally signs for them.

RELEASE OF STUDENTS INFORMATION

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Individual student records (grades, test scores, evaluations, etc.) are not available for public inspection. This information is available to the student’s parents, legal guardians, or to the individual student of legal age.

However, federal law allows student information that would not generally be considered harmful, or an invasion of privacy to be disclosed. Federal law refers to this as “directory information,” but don’t be confused, we are NOT publishing this information in any kind of directory.

The primary purpose of directory information is to allow Lee County School District to include this type of information in certain school publication. Examples include school or district web sites; graduation programs; and school or district displays. It is also very practical in working with the news media, allowing your student to appear in newspaper articles and on television. Student directory information is also used specifically for armed services recruiting purposed and for informing young people of scholarship opportunities.

If you object to the release of this information, you should notify the district superintendent in writing within 15 days of receipt of this notice. If you do not submit a written objection, the district will be free to release this information as appropriate.

Please know that the use of any information by Lee County School District is for the promotion of our students’ and district’s welfare. Any questions concerning student records should be addressed to the guidance office of the individual school.

Lee County School District offers equal opportunity in providing educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, color, disability, sex, age, national origin, immigrant status or English-speaking status, or marital status. Questions pertaining to Section 504 may be directed to the Section 504 Coordinator, E. Leilani Stringer, Director of Programs for Exceptional Children. Questions pertaining to Title IV may be directed to the Title IV Coordinator, Dr. Jeffery Long, Director of Human Resources & Communications at P.O. Box 507, Bishopville, SC.

RESTROOMS

Restrooms should be kept clean. School policy prohibits loitering in or near the restrooms.

SAFETY (CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER)

All students are encouraged to wear appropriate clothes for their particular shop. Safety helmets or hard hats are necessary in some offering. Safety eye-protective glasses are required by some instructors for specific training. The learning and development of safe work habits will be a very important part of your shop

training. Your future employer will require you to follow safety-rules of this business.

SAFETY DRILLS

It makes good sense to avoid injury to yourself and your fellow students to avoid damaging equipment.

Federal and state law requires that certain safety practices be followed and safety equipment such as eye protection and machine guards are used.

Willful disregard for the safety rules established for each shop shall be cause for disciplinary action. Continued disregard will result in removal from the program.

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FIRE DRILL

The whole idea of fire and emergency drills is to clear the building of all people as quickly and as safely as possible. Students are expected to do exactly as they are taught by word and practice in these drills. A fire drill plan will be posted in each room. It should be studied and practiced until the teacher is positive that every student knows just what to do during fire drills.

At the first sound of the horn, all students must stop whatever they are doing, line up quietly, and leave the room in an orderly manner.

Students should not close any windows, turn out any lights, or try to take anything to hinder his/her rapid and orderly exit from the building.

Students should exit through the halls in single file on the side of the hall on which their classroom is located. This will allow two lines of students to move through each hall.

Upon getting outdoors, each group of students should walk rapidly to a pre-determined location that is at least 100 feet from the building.

When students are not in their regular rooms, but perhaps may be in the restroom, library, or elsewhere, they are to leave the building by the nearest exit and go to the place where their class meets at these drills.

When the teachers arrive at this pre-determined location 100 feet or more from the building, they should call the roll to be sure that all the students in their charge at that time are present. All students and teachers should remain at this location until signaled that it is safe to return to the building.

TORNADO DRILL PLAN

When signal is given, all students will line up along a wall in a main hallway, near their classroom. They should kneel facing the wall with arms covering their heads.

All students must remain quiet throughout the drill.

Three signals of the bell will indicate that the drill is over.

Students will return to their regular schedule at the conclusion of the drill.

NOTE: The Fire alarm system will be used for all Tornados Drills.

Two sharp sounds from the alarm system will indicate a Tornado Drill.

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER

A School Resource Officer is assigned to work with the faculty, staff, and community member to ensure a safe school environment. The officer is available during the school day to answer questions and to work with students in matter that may require police intervention.

SCREENING NOTIFICATION TO PARENTS

Lee County School District Nurses will perform screening as recommended by The State Department of Education during the school year. The screenings may include the following:

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Dental Hearing Scoliosis Blood Pressure Body Mass Index (height and weight measurements)

Parents who do not wish to have their child screened for any of the above will need to notify the school nurse (RN) at the beginning of the school year.

STUDENT WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS

Many health care services can be provided for students to keep them at school where they can learn and participate with our students. Our goal is to provide information to parents and legal guardians about some of the services and programs available for addressing the health care needs of students during the school day to help students succeed in school. It is important that the necessary health care information is shared with the appropriate people, such as teachers on duty during lunch, bus drivers, and cafeteria employees, to make sure that the students’ needs are met through the school day.

INDIVIDUAL HEALTH CARE PLANS OR INDIVIDUAL HEALTH PLANS (IHPs)

Individual health care plans are also called individual health plans or IHPs. School nurses who are registered nurses write IHPs to guide how a student’s health care needs will be met while at school. The nurse works with the student, the student’s parents or legal guardians, the student’s health care provider, and other school staff to write the plan. IHPs are written for students who have special health care needs that must be met by school staff during the school day. IHPs are also written for students who have been approved by the school district to self- medicate or self-monitor. To learn more about IHPs, talk with your child’s school nurse.

SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITIATION ACT OF 1973 (SECTION 504)

Section 504 is a federal law that requires public schools to make adjustments so that students with certain disabilities can learn and participate in settings like other students who do not have disabilities. To be eligible for services under Section 504, a student must have a condition that substantially limits one or more major life activities. A team decides if a student is eligible. The team should include the student’s parent or legal guardian, the student (if able), and others who know the student or know about the student’s disability, such as a teacher, a guidance counselor, a school nurse, and other school staff. If the student is eligible, the team develops an individual accommodation plan. The individual accommodation plan explains how the student’s needs will be met while at school and may include health services for the student during the school day if needed. To learn more about Section 504, contact, 504 Coordinator, E. Leilani Stringer, Director of Programs for Exceptional Children.

Students, ages 3 through 21 years, may receive services under the IDEA if the student needs special education and related services to benefit from his or her educational program. A team decides if a student qualifies for services under the IDEA. The team includes the student’s parent or legal guardian, teachers, and other school staff. The team develops an individualized education program (IEP) if the student meets federal and state requirements. The IEP outlines a plan for helping the student receive a free appropriate public education and meet goals set by the team. The IEP may include health services for the student during the school day if needed. Contact 504 Coordinator, W. Joye, Director of Programs for Exceptional Children.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS

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Students are expected to cooperate with substitute teachers, as they have been hired to carry out the approved program of work and discipline code at Lee Central High School. The substitute teacher has the same authority that has been delegated to the classroom teacher by the Lee County Board of Education.

TELEPHONES

Telephones in the office are to be used for school business only. Students will not be permitted to use office telephone for personal calls. Important messages to students will be delivered as time permits. Students are NOT to be dismissed from class to use the telephone unless requested to do so by the office or in case of an emergency.

TRESPASSERS

Anyone coming on the campus without specific reason and without following the rules outlined for visitors will be considered a trespasser.

The Lee County School District Student/Parent Information Guide is very specific about the administration’s authority to take appropriate action against non-students.

VIOLENCE/WEAPON/ILLEGAL ACTS = ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY

This school will enforce all district, county, state and federal laws/policies regarding any illegal behavior. Harmful behaviors and objects are strictly prohibited. This staff will work closely with law enforcement to fully prosecute violators.

VISITORS

Parents are always welcome to visit our school. An appointment to visit a teacher during an unscheduled period can be made by telephoning the school and contacting the guidance department secretary at 803-428-4047.

STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO HAVE VISITORS AT SCHOOL.

VISITORS’ PASSES ARE NOT ISSUED UNLESS APPROVED BY THE PRINCIPAL.

*Any further violations, the grade level administrator will enforce stricter intervention strategies to curtail the incorrigible behavior

TRANSPORTATION

BUS RULES AND REGULATIONS

Students attending Lee Central High School shall adhere to the following rules and regulations.

Only students who have been assigned to be transported may ride the school bus to and from school.

Students must board the bus, behave in an orderly manner and remain quiet while in route to and from school.

Students are not permitted to change from one bus to another unless school authority grants change.

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Smoking is prohibited for all students and drivers. Students will be suspended from riding the bus for this violation.

Students must attend school after arriving on the bus. Failure to attend school after being transported could lead to suspension.

Students and drivers are prohibited from possessing any weapon that may be used to inflict bodily harm.

Use of profanity, obscene language, or gestures will not be allowed on the buses. Such action will lead to suspension.

Fighting on school buses will not be tolerated and may lead to immediate suspension for all who participate in the fight.

Riding a school bus is considered a privilege. Any student who violates any of the above rules may lose the privilege of riding a school bus for an entire year.

PRIVATE VEHICLE DRIVER/RIDER REGULATIONS

Students need to understand that parking on school property is a privilege afforded to students. Certain conditions are attached to that privilege. Student who fail to comply with all laws and stipulated conditions will be subject to monetary fines, loss of driving privileges, and/or arrest.

Students will register with school authorities any vehicle that they intend to drive to Lee Central High School. A registration fee of $20.00 is charged for a parking permit, which will be issued and is to be placed on the rear-view mirror. No exceptions will be permitted. If it is lost, a replacement permit ($20.00) must be obtained. Failure to have a permit will result in a fine and disciplinary action or towing of the vehicle at the owner’s expense.

Students generally will be assigned parking spaces. Students will park in the student parking area only. No students are to park their cars in the teacher/visitor parking areas.

No loitering is allowed in the parking lot or cars. Students are to park on our campus only, lock and immediately leave the vehicle and enter the building or designated areas. Driving around the campus/building is not permitted unless special permission has been obtained.

Students are to obey all traffic signals, signs, and markings on campus. They speed limit is 10 mph. Speeding or reckless driving will result in loss of driving privileges.

Administrators only may give permission for a student to go to his/her car or the parking area during the school day.

The administration may inspect the contents of any vehicle parked on campus if they have reasonable concerns or if a school regulation has been violated.

Students are urged to keep their vehicles locked at all times. The school district assumes no responsibility for theft or damages to private vehicles.

Approved drivers transporting unauthorized passengers will lose their driving privileges. All rules included being punctual must be followed. Failure to do so will result in the

revocation of driving privileges. Violation of driving expectation may result in suspension from school, and/or the revocation

of driving privileges. If a student accumulates 4 tardies, his/her driving privileges will be revoked for the

remainder of the semester. If a student receives a suspension, his/her driving privileges will be revoked for the

remainder of the semester. If a student receives an “F” on a report card, his/her driving privileges will be revoked until a

passing grade is earned.

TRAFFIC

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Parents should drop-off/pick-up students in the designated parent drop-off/pick-up area. When loading/unloading students, cars should move as far down as the traffic allows. Parents should not drop-off/pick-up students from the faculty/staff parking lot, bus lot, or front of the building or any other non-designated area.

ATHLETIC DISCIPLINE POLICY:

SUMMARY – ELIGIBILITY RULES SOUTH CAROLINA HIGH SCHOOL LEAGUE

A contestant must furnish the principal with a certified copy of his/her birth certificate. A contestant must be under nineteen years of age. (See your principal for exceptions to this

rule.) A contestant must not participate under an assumed name. A contestant must be a bona fide student carrying the equivalent of at least four units of

credit for which no previous credit has been received. A contestant must not have received a high school diploma. A contestant must be academically eligible as mandated by state law. A contestant will be ineligible at the end of the fourth school year from the time that he/she

entered the 9th grade. A contestant must not practice with, nor practice on, any athletic team other than a team

representing his or her school during the school season. (See your principal for exceptions to this rule.)

Squad rosters for out-of-season competition are restricted to seventy-five (75) percent of the allowable starts in that sport from any one school (applies to returning varsity players only).

A contestant must live with his/her parents or legally appointed guardian and attend the high school of their attendance area. (See your principal for exceptions to this rule.)

A contestant is eligible immediately if transfer is the result of a real change of residence of his/her parents/guardian.

If guardianship is involved, a contestant must live with the appointed guardian for one calendar year following filing of guardianship papers in the county clerk of court’s office.

A contestant must not violate his/her amateur status. A contestant must not have transferred as a result of recruiting or undue influence. Medical physical form must be on file prior to practicing.

These rules apply to boys and girls as well as varsity, J.V., B-team, middle school, and junior high teams. If there are questions concerning eligibility for high school interscholastic activities please consult your high school principal.

NOTE: If a student is suspended, he/she will be placed on automatic probation for a period of one week (5 school days) for the first offense, two weeks (10 school days) for the second offense, and

the remainder of the school year for the third offense. During this time, he/she will forfeit the privileges normally granted to Lee Central High School student athletes in good standing.

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