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Welcome to Hanes Magnet School, home of the Dragons. We are looking forward to a great school year. This handbook is a very important tool. You will find important information that will be helpful to you this school year.

School Colors: Purple, Gold and White

School Mascot: Dragon

Vision: Hanes Magnet School focuses on student centered learning by providing experiences that motivate all students through a rigorous and technologically enhanced curriculum that inspires creative, critical and analytical thinking.

Mission: Hanes Magnet School will prepare student to excel in STEM fields of study that lead to successful 21st century careers as leaders and innovators.

Administrative and Support Staffs

AdministrationLisa Duggins, Principal

Myra Brown, Assistant PrincipalReggie Hunt, Assistant Principal

Main Office StaffVelma Shore, Financial Secretary

Gail Harmon, Secretary

Guidance StaffRichard Austin, Lead Counselor

Deidra Brown, Guidance CounselorKirsti Williams, Data Manager

Policies and Procedures

Students at Hanes Magnet School are expected to work hard and abide by school rules. All students should help us maintain a positive and productive learning environment and a culture that is respectful and tolerant.

Please read and review these policies and procedures with your parents and families.

Updates and revisions to this handbook will be communicated to students and posted on our school webpage.

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SOAR Behavior Expectations MatrixHallways/Stairwell

Cafeteria Bathroom Arrival/Dismissal

Area

Assemblies/Drills

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SSafety

-Hands and feet to

yourself-Right side of

hallway -Move in the

correct direction

-Hands and feet to

yourself-Sit in

appropriate location/seat

-3 rule

-Hands and feet to

yourself-Use

facilities properly

-Hands and feet to

yourself-Be in the

appropriate location

-Move in the correct

direction

-Hands and feet to yourself -Remain in appropriate location/seat

OOwners

hip

-Have hall pass-Keep

hallways clean

-Clean tables and

floors-Appropriate use of food

-Always flush and

wash hands

-Proper use of facilities

-Keep areas clean

-Proper use of facilities -Keep areas clean

AAchieve

-Go directly to class

-Complete all business in a timely

manner

-Complete all business in a timely

manner

-Walk directly to and stay in assigned area

-Stay in assigned space

-Participate appropriately

RRespect

-Voice level 1

-Use school appropriate language

-Respond to all staff and

students appropriatel

y

-Voice level 2

-Use school appropriate language-Respond to all staff and students

appropriately

-Voice level 2 -Use school appropriate language-Respect all

peers within the bathroom

space

-Voice level 2 -Use school appropriate language -Comply with designated staff in all areas

-Voice Level 0

-Be mindful of speaker

-Adhere to designated noise

level-Be respectful to speaker, staff, and peers

Academics

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Grading PolicyHanes will follow the standard scale below to assign letter grades for quarter work. Individual teachers will establish grading policies and procedures for their classes, and their grades will correspond with this scale. Students receiving an Incomplete, must complete missing work within 4 weeks of the end-of-quarter, or the "INC" will convert to an "F.”

A 90-100 Superior Performance

B 80-89 Good Performance

C 70-79 Satisfactory Performance

D 60-69 Minimal Performance

F 59 & below Failing

Exams (EOGs, EOCs, Final Exams)Students will take exams at the end of the year. EOG tests and NC Final Exams count 20% of a student’s final grade in a course. For high school courses, the EOC or Final Exam will count 20% of a student’s final grade and the EOG test will count as a fourth quarter test grade. For more information about this, please see Board policy 5124.

Students taking Math 1, Math 2 and Earth and Environmental Science are required to take not only the NCFE and EOC, but they must also take the end of grade exams for their grade level. If a student has taken three years of a world language in middle school, they are eligible to take the world language assessment at the end of the 8th grade year to be eligible for high school credit. Career and Technical education classes must also take a VoCATS assessment at the end of the year as well. The assessments are all required by the state and by the district.

Report Cards/Progress ReportsReport cards are distributed every nine weeks. All students will receive progress reports on a periodic basis. Parents are encouraged to utilize the PowerSchool Parent Assist program to view their child’s progress at any time. To obtain access, parents will need to provide a valid ID and completed request form to our school’s data manager, Kirsti Williams.

Progress Report dates: Sept 21 (core), Oct 5 (core/encore), Oct 26 (core), Nov 30 (core), Dec 14 (core/encore), Jan 11 (core), Feb 15 (core), March 1 (core/encore), March 15 (core), April 26 (core), May 10 (core/encore), May 24 (core)

Make-up WorkStudents are responsible for making up all work missed due to absences from school. Each teacher will discuss make-up procedures during the first week of class. Parents are encouraged to review these procedures with their children at the beginning of the year and again each quarter during the school year. Make-up work should be completed promptly. Students have one school day for every day of absence to complete their make-up work.

HomeworkHomework is essential to success at Hanes Magnet School. Doing homework will help students develop many valuable skills such as good study habits, time management, responsibility, and perseverance. Teachers will assign homework that is purposeful and appropriate for the subject area. It is the student’s responsibility to complete and turn in homework on time. If students or parents have questions about homework, they should contact the teacher who assigned it.

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Academic Awards Honor RollStudents who maintain a “B” average, with no D’s or F’s, will be recognized as Honor Roll members.

National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)The criteria for student membership in NJHS are below: Scholarship - Has attended the school for one semester, - Is in the 7th or 8th grade, -Has a minimum "B" average (no D’s or F’s) Character - Exemplifies the seven school character traits, - Receives no D-1's Leadership - Successfully holds position(s) of responsibility in school and community Service - Volunteers at school and the community, - Supports group service projects at school and in the community Citizenship - Is involved in extracurricular and/or community activities

AttendanceAttendanceStudents under the age of 16 are required by North Carolina law to attend school on a regular basis. When it is necessary for students to miss school, parents should send a note to the homeroom teacher with the following information: --Date of excuse --Reason for absence --Date of absence --Signature of the parent/guardian

The following reasons constitute a valid excuse for an absence: --Illness or injury --Quarantine --Death in the immediate family --Medical or dental appointments --Court or administrative proceedings --Religious observances

An absence will be coded unexcused if a note is not received within three (3) days of the absence. Excessive unexcused absences will be reported to the social worker and the district attorney. If a student misses ten (10) or more days, the student is not eligible to participate in after-school activities, except tutoring or after-school detention. Students with 10 unexcused absences may be required to bring a doctor's note when absent from school.

Students must be at school by 10:55 to be counted present for the day. If they are signing out and not returning they must sign out after 10:55 to be counted present for a full day. Parents needing to sign a student out of school early should do so prior to 1:55. After 1:55 we will no longer call classrooms to sign students out. Signing out during this time is disruptive to dismissal.

Parents who wish to take their children out of school for an educational trip must seek the approval of the principal. There is a form on the Hanes website that will need to be completed and submitted two weeks prior to the trip.

TardiesStudents are expected to be in homeroom by 7:40 a.m. Students on late arriving buses will not be marked tardy. Bus students will sign-in at the bus lot for late arrivals. Students arriving after 7:40 a.m. should report to the main office to receive a tardy slip.

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A written excuse from the parent/guardian must accompany the student upon arrival, or the parent/guardian should sign the student into the main office. Valid reasons for excused tardies/absences are: medical appointments, illness, death in the family, legal obligations and other appointments with professionals. Ten unexcused tardies to school equals one daily absence.Students who are late to class will face the following consequences. Loss of privileges includes but is not limited to: silent lunch, revoked locker privileges, and removal from field trip/special event opportunities. 1st tardy – warning 2nd tardy – parent contact 3rd tardy – loss of privileges & parent notification 4th tardy – office referral

School Dress CodeHanes Magnet School will continue to have a Standard Mode of Dress for all students and staff. Students are expected to be in Standard Mode of Dress from the time they enter the building in the morning through the time they exit the building in the afternoon (students in PE should change back into SMOD before going home).

A dress code check will be performed daily after the morning announcements. Students who change out of dress code for class presentations will remain in their classroom or on their hallway. They should change back into SMOD following the presentation activity.

On game days, athletic team members may be allowed to wear their uniform/team top with SMOD bottoms. Coaches will provide team members with further details for each sport. Spirit days, on which students may wear spirit t-shirts, or non-SMOD days may be designated by the Principal.

The school's Standard Mode of Dress is as follows:

SMOD GUIDELINES Pants/Shorts/Skirts/Jumpers

● Bottoms must be khaki (tan/beige) or black. The garment must have belt loops and functioning pockets.

● Garments should be worn above the hipbone. Sagging pants are not allowed. If sagging pants are worn, zip ties will be

given.

● Dresses should be black or khaki and should be no more than a dollar length above the bottom of the knee cap.

● Tights and leggings are not allowed unless there is a skirt over them that meets dress code.

● Exercise/athletic pants or exercise/athletic shorts are not allowed.

● All shorts and skirts should be no more than a dollar length above the bottom of the knee cap.

Inappropriate Appropriate

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Shirts

● Collared long or short sleeve shirts are allowed: Knit/Cotton (Polo) shirts and oxford shirts (must be buttoned)

● All shirts must be in a solid color of: white, black, khaki (tan/beige), purple and yellow/gold.

● Only small logos only are allowed the size of a business card or smaller. Large logos are not allowed.

● Hanes Magnet T-shirts or round neck thick cotton shirts in SMOD colors may be worn.

● Any oversized top, reaching more than a dollar bill length above the knee cap, must be tucked in.

● All shirts must have a full sleeve, round neck and must be appropriately buttoned so cleavage is not exposed.

Inappropriate Appropriate

Other Garments

● Outer garments worn at school should meet SMOD requirements. Non-SMOD items may not be draped, tied around

the waist, carried, or worn inside-out during the school day. Vests, sweaters, light jackets, or sweatshirts must be a

solid color of white, black, purple, yellow/gold, or khaki (tan/beige).

● Students going to or coming from classes in the mobile units should remain in SMOD during class changes.

● Students’ winter coats must be in SMOD colors.

● Small logos on jackets, sweaters, or hoodies are allowed (business card size or smaller), large logos not allowed.

● Hanes hoodies may be worn, but a SMOD top must be underneath.

● Visible layered garments must be SMOD colors.

Appropriate Inappropriate

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Other Considerations

● Oversized, undersized and skin tight garments are not allowed.

● Students may not wear, carry, or display bandanas of any type or color.

● Sheer garments, if worn, should be worn over a SMOD approved garment.

● Hats and head coverings are not to be worn in the building (except for religious purposes).

Note: Non-SMOD garments will be traded for a SMOD garment. All borrowed SMOD garments must be returned

in order to receive the clothing you exchanged.

Consequences for Dress Code Violations

Homeroom teachers will conduct a dress code check each morning. SMOD violations will be tracked and students will receive the following consequences.

▪ For each instance, students will have the option of changing into SMOD or calling home for a change of clothes. Students who borrow SMOD items will relinquish their clothing items in exchange for the SMOD items. Students’ clothes will be returned when they return the borrowed items. Students may return to class once they are in dress code.

▪ 1st and 2nd offenses: Students will receive warnings. ▪ 3rd offense: Parent contact▪ Subsequent offenses may result in ISS, OSS or another disciplinary consequence.▪ Confiscated items should be picked up by parents within 2 weeks. Items that are not picked up within that time will be

donated.▪ Staff members and the school are not liable for confiscated items that are lost, stolen or not picked up.

Non SMOD

On occasion we will have days where students are allowed to come to school out of SMOD. Below are guidelines students must

follow on those days. Failure to follow these may result in the student calling the parent to bring a change of clothes or ISS. It

may also jeopardize future non SMOD events.

● Pants may not sag.

● Pants with holes must have something under them.

● Tops with straps need to have straps that are at least three fingers wide or have a shirt with sleeves worn under it

● Cleavage/midriffs cannot be exposed

● No pajamas

● Shorts and skirts must follow school dress code length

● Clothing may not advertise alcohol or drugs

● Hats and heavy coats will still not be allowed in the building.

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Student Activities and After School Clubs

Hanes Magnet school offers a range of activities that will enrich student development during or after school.

Club Sponsor Club Sponsor

Battle of the Books April Washburn No’bacco Desirae Clodfelter

First Lego League TBD Odyssey of the Mind Jennifer Solis

Future City John Boyd/Lauren Miller Rocket/TARC David Draper

Girls of Distinction Lashonda Pressley Science Olympiad Dave Bombick

Jazz Band Mary Kate Choat Show Choir Catie Hitzigrath

Math Counts Ashley McBride/Adam Cross

Student Council Jennifer Flanagan

Model UN Patrick Velde Technology Student Assoc. Natalie Norman/John Boyd

National Academic League Courtney Haas Yearbook Anna Short

National Junior Honor Society TBD

Field TripsField trips are an integral part of the instructional program. Students should demonstrate excellent behavior on trips and represent our school well. Students who have repeated documented instances of inappropriate behavior and disregard for school rules, may be denied the opportunity to participate on field trips. Students will wear standard mode of dress for all field trips unless otherwise approved by the principal. Field trip deposits and payments are non-refundable, unless otherwise indicated on field trip information forms. If a student decides not to participate or becomes ineligible, they will forfeit their payment.

After School Activity ProceduresStudents may remain after school for clubs, athletic activities, tutorials, or detention. Students may lose their privilege to stay after school if the following procedures are not followed:

▪ Students should report directly to the auditorium when called at dismissal and remain there until the sponsor of the activity picks up students.

▪ Students should be picked up within 10 minutes of the end of their activity. Coaches and sponsors will communicate end times to parents.

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▪ Students should follow all school rules for appropriate behavior. Students who do not behave for after-school activities will be asked to leave the activity and not return.

We cannot provide supervision or be responsible for students who remain on campus after 2:25 p.m. and are not involved in school activities. Any student staying for an after school event must make prior arrangements for transportation home. Students will be taken to the front lobby (by the main office) once their event is over. Students should be picked up within 10 minutes of the established ending time of their activity. Students may lose their right to participate in after school activities if they are picked up late on a consistent basis.

Students who come to PTSA meetings or band concerts must remain seated with their parents if they are not participating in the program.

Interscholastic AthleticsSeventh and eighth grade students may participate in interscholastic athletics. Sports offered are:

▪ Volleyball ▪ Soccer ▪ Basketball ▪ Tennis▪ Golf▪ Track▪ Cross Country▪ Cheerleading

Students must meet the criteria shown below for participation in a sport: ▪ Be properly assigned to a school and have missed less than 10 days the previous semester at any school, ▪ Meet state and local promotion standards and maintain passing grades in each subject, ▪ Not fail a semester of any course, Not become 15 years of age on or before October 16th of that year, ▪ Receive a medical exam conducted by a licensed physician, ▪ Be an amateur, ▪ Carry proper insurance.

Students cannot participate or attend an intramural, interscholastic, or other after-school activity on a day they have been assigned detention, in-school or out -of-school suspension.

Intramural AthleticsAn intramural athletic program will be offered after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sixth, seventh and eighth grade students may participate in intramurals. Information about intramurals will be provided by PE teachers and will be posted on the school website.

General Policies and Procedures

Lost and FoundThere will be a lost and found box in the office. If you find books, clothing or personal items on the school grounds, please bring these items to the office. Items not picked up after 2 weeks will be donated to a charitable organization.

Locks and Lockers

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All students are required to rent a lock for their locker. Backpacks should be stored in student lockers. Lock rental fees are .50/lock. Students are expected to take care of their lockers. Decorations should not be posted on the outside of lockers. Students caught defacing or damaging lockers may lose locker privileges, will be charged repair costs, and may be subject to other disciplinary action. See fees section for information on lock fees.

Students should only use the lock and locker assigned to them by the teacher. Personal locks are not allowed without administrative approval. Students should guard their lock combination closely and not share this information with others. Do not preset your lock combination for easy access or opening. Students will receive ample time to get books and supplies from their lockers at designated locker breaks.

Students should visit their lockers only during designated locker break times. Students should be respectful of classes that are in session during locker breaks and should behave appropriately. Students are expected to arrive in class on time. Not following the procedures may result in locker privileges being revoked.

Students will be required to sign a locker agreement form in order to receive their locker assignment. Failure to respect and take care of school property will result in the loss of locker privileges.

Please note that lockers are school system property. Periodic locker checks will be held throughout the school year. Administrators reserve the right to open and search any locker at any time if there is reasonable cause that the locker might contain items that are inappropriate for school.

Students will be assigned a locker to use during PE. Items may be stored in the locker during the student’s PE class.

Use of Cell Phones/Other Electronic Devices

As long as the teacher-led application or tool is Internet-based, any device that can access the Internet can be used in class. This enables a wider ability for Hanes students to benefit from the program. Students who participate in Hanes’ BYOLD (Bring Your Own Learning Device) Program must know and follow the guidelines, risks, and expectation as follows:

● Students must obtain teacher permission before using a PLD (Personal Learning Device) during classroom instruction.● Student use of PLD must support instructional activities currently occurring on campus. ● Students may only have devices powered on at the request of a teacher. Devices must be powered off and stored in

locker except when asked to do so by any staff member.● While using mobile devices in class, I will use the device responsibly and only access content related to the lesson and

must comply with all of the teacher’s directions.● Students are not allowed to listen to music from their PLD in any class ● There will be a zero tolerance for use of PLDs in the hallway or cafeteria. Students will automatically lose their device

and need a parent to pick the device up.

Consequences All consequences will be monitored through student planners. Each student planner will serve as a way to monitor all PLD offenses.

1st Offense - Warning and Punch on student planner2nd Offense - Punch on planner and loss of device for period. Discipline slip sent home. If

Discipline slip is not returned they will automatically lose all technology. 3rd Offense - Punch on planner and device taken and turned in to the office a parent must pick it up.

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4th Offense - Discipline referral to office and students lose all technology for the duration of the qtr.

ValuablesStudents should not bring excessive amounts of money or other valuables to school. NEVER leave pocketbooks, jewelry, or other valuables unattended. The school assumes NO responsibility for electronic devices. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, e-readers, iPods, and electronic games. Please read "Guidelines for Student Discipline." Bringing some of these items to school is a level I offense and will result in disciplinary consequence.

VisitorsAll visitors are requested to report to the main office as soon as they arrive on campus. All visitors must receive a pass from the office and it must be displayed while in the building. Upon leaving, visitors should return the pass to the main office.

Students are not allowed to bring brothers, sisters, friends, or relatives to spend the day or have lunch with them at Hanes. Lunch visitors are limited to those people authorized to pick up a child at school. They must sign in at the front office before going to the cafeteria.

MedicationsAll medicines will be kept in the guidance office. A permission to dispense medication form must be completed and signed by parent/guardian and physician. This form will be kept on file in the guidance office for one year. A form will be sent home when medicines need to be replaced. The medicine must be in the original bottle with student's name and the time and method of dispensing the medicine to the child. Please contact the Student Services office with questions regarding medications.

Arrival to SchoolSchool begins at 7:40 a.m. Students should not arrive to school prior to 7:10. Doors will not be unlocked until 7:10. Sixth grade students who ride buses will exit their buses and go directly to either homeroom (in the Pod) or to the cafeteria. Seventh and Eighth grade students who ride buses will exit their buses and go in the door by room 002 and go up the appropriate stairs. Students who need to eat breakfast should go directly to the cafeteria; others will go directly to homeroom.

Car riders will be dropped off at the front circle (off Pleasant Street). Students should get out of their car where it stops between the end of the traffic circle and the first entrance to the top floor. Students may enter the building by the two hallway entrances or the door to the main lobby.

Morning ProceduresStudents arriving to school should report directly to homeroom unless they are eating breakfast. If they are eating breakfast they should take the most direct route to the cafeteria to eat. After eating they should report directly to their homeroom. Locker breaks will be at the discretion of the team following homeroom.

Dismissal ProceduresStudents will be dismissed with their class daily. An announcement will be made for car rider dismissal. At that time, car riders should go to the sidewalk adjacent to the front of the school (Pleasant Street entrance). Car riders should be picked up by 2:25. Students not picked up will be escorted to room 101. Parents will have to come in and sign their child out. According to district policy, parents may be charged $10 daily if they are excessively late picking up their child.

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Bus riders will be called by grade level and will be escorted by teachers to the bus lot. Students should go directly to their assigned buses. If there are late buses, students will be moved to the cafeteria to wait.

Student Sign OutParents should report to the main office to sign their child out of school. ID may be required to ensure the person has permission pick the student up from school. If parents are signing students out near the end of the day, sign out must be complete by 1:50 pm so it will not interfere with dismissal.

School FeesRequired Fees

▪ Lock $0.50 ▪ Replacement Lock $5.00

Optional Fees ▪ Lock for PE locker $0.50▪ Student Accident Insurance: Prices Vary ▪ Fall School Pictures: Prices Vary

Students who owe school fees from the current or previous school years may not be allowed to participate in field trips or extracurricular events, including athletics, until fees are paid. This includes fees for school photos, lost or damaged library books and textbooks. Lost textbooks will not be replaced until they have been paid for. When library books are lost students must pay for them before checking out additional books from the library.

Lunch ProgramRegular Student Lunch: $2.80 Reduced Student Lunch: $0.40 Regular Student Breakfast: $2.00

Free and reduced lunch applications are available from the cafeteria manager. Lunch prices are subject to change after the printing of the student handbook.

Media CenterThe Hanes Media Center opens at 7:15 a.m. Students are required to have teacher permission and a hall pass to go to the Media Center. Students may use the Media Center after school if prearranged with the Media Coordinator and/or Media staff. Reference materials may be checked out overnight. Students will not be allowed to check out any materials until overdue materials are returned. Reasonable, courteous behavior and good work habits are expected in the Media Center at all times.

BackpacksStudent backpacks or string bags should be placed in lockers when students arrive to school due to space limitations. Book bags, backpacks and string bags should not be brought to the cafeteria during lunch.

Student BehaviorDiscipline

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One of the most important lessons education should teach is discipline. Discipline is the systematic training of mental, moral and physical expectations to establish, as well as, ensure order and respect for all. “The Hanes Way” is to be implemented across campus. It is critical that each student is responsible and accountable for their actions. Our school-wide plan encourages positive choices and does not exclude consequences.

PhilosophyWe are responsible for our own behavior. We choose how we will respond and act in every situation. We can allow others to push our buttons or handle the situation with calm and dignity. Ultimately, this speaks to our character and integrity. “The Hanes Way” guides behavior and personal development. Appropriate attitudes and behaviors are expected at Hanes. We will treat each other with dignity and respect while valuing our differences. Our goal is to facilitate learning and develop excellent young citizens both academically and socially.

Respect for YourselfGive your best effort at all times. Come to class prepared to learn. Be on time for class and bring necessary materials (paper, pencils, books, PE clothes, and planner). Actively participate in class in a positive and productive manner.

Respect for OthersInteractions with other people require that you keep hand and feet to yourself, use appropriate language, be polite and positive (refrain from

Each teacher and/or team of teachers will follow a classroom management plan. Teachers will make phone calls, conduct parent conferences, use classroom interventions, etc. for any violation of classroom and school rules. If these attempts are unsuccessful, students may be referred to the office where an administrator will become involved in the process.

Disciplinary actions at the administrative level could range from parent-student conferences, after-school detentions, in-school suspension, out-of-school suspension, or any action deemed necessary to ensure a safe, effective learning environment. Severe disruptions or misconduct, which present a danger to others, will result in suspension. Students having ISS or OSS may lose the privilege to participate in overnight field trips or other school activities.

Students are obligated to report any incident or incidents that may endanger other students. Knowledge of an incident and not reporting it, may result in a school consequence.

BullyingBullying is the repeated act of unkind treatment to another student. This could be in the form of words or actions. At Hanes we are committed to address issues of bullying that may occur. Students found to be in violation of bullying another student will be addressed in a disciplinary manner. If a student is bullied it is important that they let a teacher or administrator know immediately.

Expectations for Student BehaviorClassroom

▪ Students should be focused, on-task and should follow classroom rules for work, movement, and interactions with others.

▪ Students should be respectful of their teachers and classmates.▪ Students should follow the directions of teachers.▪ Students should not leave class without permission and a hall pass.

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▪ Students should be prepared for class and participate in classroom activities.Hallways/Stairwells

▪ Students should move safely and quietly through the hallways, following the directions of their teachers and other staff members.

▪ Students should follow the directed route between classes and other areas of the building. They should be in designated areas only.

▪ Students should be respectful of other students in the hallway and of classes that are in session.

Cafeteria▪ Students should follow teacher and staff directions when entering and leaving the cafeteria. ▪ Students should sit at their designated tables and should not move around the cafeteria. They should clean up after

themselves.▪ Students will not be allowed to visit the serving after being seated.

Bus Lot/Car Lot▪ Students should move safely while on the bus or in the car lot. They should respond promptly and respectfully to

teacher and staff directions.▪ Students should either go straight to their bus or car or wait in the designated areas.▪ Students should move to the bus and car rider areas as directed by their teachers and with their class.

Bathrooms▪ Students should have a hall pass to visit the restroom unless it is a designated break. Students should not congregate in

restrooms.▪ Students should keep restrooms clean, making sure to throw trash in a trash can.▪ Students should report any issues with restroom cleanliness or student behavior to a teacher.

Offices▪ Students should behave themselves at all times in office areas. Students should be polite and follow staff directions.▪ Students must have permission and a hall pass from a teacher or staff member to go to an office area.

Athletic Events/After School Performances▪ All school rules apply at games and performances▪ Students should be courteous and supportive and demonstrate sportsmanship

Emergency Drills: ▪ Fire drills, lockdowns, and tornado drills are conducted for everyone’s protection and are required by law. During these

drills it is imperative that students remain silent, follow instructions given by the staff, and carry out all directions in an orderly fashion.

WSFCS Code of Student Conduct (AR 5131)Below is a summary of the WSFCS Code of Student Conduct. The full policy is available on-line at the district webpage and at our website. Students are responsible for knowing and adhering to the Code of Student Conduct.

The Code of Student Conduct notifies parents and students of the standards of behavior expected of students, conduct that may be subject to discipline, and the range of disciplinary measures that may be used to enforce rules and policies.

Disciplinary Measures that May be Used for Violations School officials may impose a range of disciplinary measures for incidents, and these may vary depending on the severity of the misconduct. Teachers and administrators may use interventions such as parent contact, positive behavior interventions, time out, conflict resolution, counseling interventions, detention, loss of privileges, exclusion from extra-curricular activities, and

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participation in treatment or education programs, among others. Administrators may also assign in-school and short-term out-of-school suspensions. For more severe violations or repeat offenses, an assignment to an Alternative Learning Center may be imposed. Alternative school assignments, long-term suspensions and expulsions may be imposed following a recommendation to the Level Superintendent.

Aiding or AssistingStudents should not aid or assist others in violating rules. Students committing this offense may be disciplined in the same manner as those students actively violating rules. Students that video tape, take pictures, etc. and do not seek assistance will be disciplined

Aggravating and Mitigating CircumstancesWhen considering disciplinary actions, administrators and teachers should consider factors related to the offense including the student’s age, intent, disciplinary and academic history, how the misconduct impacted others, and the student’s level of cooperation after the incident.

Guidelines for DisciplineThe following are some behaviors that violate the student code of conduct and may result in a classroom intervention, ISS, or OSS. More serious offenses and recommended actions are included in the full Code of Conduct document.

Cell phone use Aggressive behavior

Out of area/Skipping Disrespect to staff

Disruptive Behavior Inappropriate Language

SMOD Violation Insubordination

Late to class Bullying

Bus misbehavior Fighting

Falsifying information Theft

Misuse of technology Other school defined offenses

Inappropriate items as school Possession of drugs/alcohol, weapons

Dates to RememberSeptember 8 Club ExpoSeptember 19-23 Book FairSeptember 22 Curriculum NightNovember 15 Magnet NightDecember 6 Band ConcertDecember 8 STEM Night/Science Fair

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December 13 Chorus ConcertJanuary 1 Magnet Application Period OpensJanuary 7 Magnet Fair at Benton Convention Center January 10 Magnet NightFebruary 10 Valentine’s Dance (during encore)April 6 HAG ForumApril 27 High School Information NightMay 4 Band ConcertMay 11 6th Grade Expo for rising 6th gradersMay 16 Chorus ConcertMay 19 8th Grade Semi-Formal June 7 8th Grade Celebration at Wait ChapelJune 8 Last Day of School (if there are no make-up days)Please make keep in mind June 9-June 15 are snow make-up days. If these days become school days, they will be tested days. To be on the safe side, summer plans should not be made until after June 15.