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MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of Friendsville Elementary School is to help all students reach their potential, become lifelong learners and productive citizens. LIFELONG GUIDELINES AND LIFESKILLSTeachers and staff at Friendsville Elementary School believe that people learn and function best in an environment that is supportive of the individual and free of threat. To this end, we have adopted the Lifelong Guidelines and Lifeskills developed by Susan Kovalik and Associates for maintaining an optimum-learning environment. INSTRUCTIONAL MODELINTEGRATED THEMATIC INSTRUCTION
Provides an organizational strategy designed to maximize current research on learning and allows classroom teachers to plan their curriculum, teaching all content and skills through a coordinated yearlong theme. The theme acts as a pattern for organizing ideas, materials, and actions for both students and teachers. Strengthens the relevance of skills and content, thereby encouraging greater application by the student. Encourages active participation of children through themes, projects, and learning centers. Promotes challenging, fun, rewarding, and meaningful learning.
It is our belief that the learning environment, both at school and at home, be designed to promote the eight key concepts of effective Integrated Thematic Instruction.
Absence of Threat Meaningful Content Choices Adequate Time Enriched Environment Collaboration Immediate Feedback Movement with Intent
MASTERY is the goal of learning. This means that the learner understands a skill or concept and can apply it to real life situations. Mastery builds a positive self-concept.
GOALS OF FRIENDSVILLE SCHOOLThe goal of Friendsville School is two-fold; to provide a learning atmosphere where the needs of all children can be met and to educate the whole child. Recognizing that children learn in different ways and at different rates, a variety of activities and experiences are provided to speak to the academic, social, physical, emotional, and aesthetic needs of the children herein described. SOCIAL : To promote good moral character, exemplary behavior, and a sense of responsibility through the emphasis on the importance of the areas in everyday life, and to develop skills in human relations by working with and studying about people of different social, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. back to Handbook Index AttendanceThe requirements for school attendance are mandated as part of state and count laws. As a parent, your obligation is to see that your child is in school every day. When a student is absent OR is signed out before 11:15 a.m. he/she should return to school with a note dated and signed by the parent or a doctor, explaining the reason for the absence. IF A NOTE IS NOT RECEIVED, THE ABSENCE IS UNEXCUSED . Due to Blount County procedures, notes received after designated reporting dates will not be able to be changed from unexcused to excused. Phone calls do not take the place of a written note. Seven unexcused absences per nine weeks will result in failure in any subject or grade, excluding days suspended for disciplinary reasons. In addition, five unexcused absences will result in the student being reported to the Blount County Truancy Board. Three unexcused tardies is considered one unexcused absence. Parents are encouraged to schedule trips/vacations during breaks. If this is not possible, a written request must be approved by the principal PRIOR to the absence. The child's personal illness. Students are allowed fourteen (14) parent notes per year. After fourteen (14) parent notes, a Doctors excuse is required. If no parent note is received, the absence will be unexcused. Death in the immediate family. ( not to exceed three days ) Family illness requiring help. ( doctor statement required ) Religious holidays. Absences excused by the principal. Approved school related activities. Tardies and early outs will be unexcused without a doctor's excuse. Some exceptions may be made at the principal's discretion. Car Loading/ UnloadingNo parking in drop off/ pick up lane; no loading, dropping off in bus lane. (except in afternoon when buses have left) When loading or unloading, pull forward as far as possible before stopping. Car riders must be picked up at the front of the building. Children are not allowed to meet parents in an unsupervised area. Unload in inside lane only. Change of Address/TelephoneIt is extremely important that every student maintain an up-to-date address and working telephone number record at the school office. Notify the school immediately if you have a change of address or telephone number during the school year. Check CashingThe school will take checks to pay for fees, pictures, yearbooks, field trip expenses, etc. please assist us by writing your child's name in the “for” line in the lower left-hand corner of the check. There will be a service charge on any check that is returned for insufficient funds. Closing SchoolShould school be closed due to inclement weather, the information will be reported to the radio station WGAP. They will report school closings in newscasts for student information. School closing hot line:984-1213,984-1214, 984-1215,984-1216. Discrimination/Harassment of Employees/StudentsIt is the policy of Blount County Schools to maintain a learning environment that is free from harassment because of an individual's race, color, sex, national origin, or disability. The School District prohibits any and all forms of harassment because of race, color, sex, national origin, or disability. It shall be a violation of District policy for any student, teacher, administrator, or other school personnel of the District to harass a student through conduct of a sexual nature, or regarding race, color, national origin, or disability, as defined by this policy. It shall also be a violation of District policy for any teacher, administrator, or other school personnel of the District to tolerate sexual harassment or harassment because of a student's race, color, national origin, ethnicity, or disability, as defined by this policy, by a student, teacher, administrator, other school personnel, or by any third parties who are participating in, observing, or otherwise engaged in activities, including sporting events and other extra curricular activities, under the auspices of the School District. For purposes of the policy, the term “school personnel” includes school board members, school employees, agents, volunteers, contractors, or persons subject to the supervision and control of the District. The school system will act promptly to investigate all complaints, either formal or informal, verbal or written, of harassment because of race, color, sex, national origin, or disability; to promptly take appropriate action to protect individuals from further harassment; and if it determines that unlawful harassment occurred, to promptly and appropriately discipline any student, teacher, administrator, or other school personnel who is found to have violated this policy, and/or to take other appropriate action reasonably calculated to end the harassment.
DISTRICT POLICY AGAINST HARASSMENT1. Everyone at Blount County Schools has a right to feel respected and safe. Consequently, we want you to know about our policy to prevent sexual harassment, and harassment because of race, national origin, or disability. 2. A harasser may be a student or adult. Harassment may include the following when related to sex, race national origin, or disability. a. Name calling b. Pulling on clothing c. Graffiti d. Notes or cartoons e. Unwelcome touching of a person or clothing f. Offensive or graphic posters or book covers g. Violent acts 3. If any words or actions make you feel uncomfortable or fearful, you need to tell a principal, teacher, counselor, or Human Rights officer. 4. You may also make a written report. It should be given to a teacher, counselor, the principal, or the Human Rights officer. 5. Your right to privacy will be respected as much as possible. 6. We take seriously all reports of sexual harassment, and harassment based on race, national origin, and disability, and will take all appropriate action to investigate such claims, to eliminate that harassment, and to discipline any persons found to have engaged in such conduct. 7. The School District will also take action if anyone tries to intimidate you or take action to harm you because you made such a report. 8. This is a summary of this district's policy against sexual harassment, and harassment because of race, national origin, and disability. A complete copy of the policy is available at the Blount County Schools Central Office upon request.
Harassment based on sex, race, national origin, and disability are against the law. Discrimination is against the law. The Human Rights Officer for Blount County Schools is:
Jane Morton 830 Grandview Drive Maryville , TN 37803 Phone: (865) 984-1212
MINIMUM CONSEQUENCES GRADES K-5TH ONLY(Kindergarten through 2nd Grade) 1st Offense Suspension until student/parent conference and Sensitivity Training for the student 2nd Offense Two days in-school suspension and Sensitivity Training for the student 3rd Offense Two days out-of-school suspension and student/parent Sensitivity Training 4th Offense Suspended pending referral to the Disciplinary Hearing Authority (3rd through 5th Grade) 1st Offense Suspension until student/parent conference and Sensitivity Training for the student 2nd Offense Two days in-school suspension and additional Sensitivity Training for the student 3rd Offense Five days out-of-school suspension and student/parent Sensitivity Training 4th Offense Suspended pending referral to the Disciplinary Hearing Authority In case of emergency, each student is required to have on file at the school office the following information: 1. Parent(s) or guardian(s) name(s) 2. Complete and up-to-date address 3. Home phone and parent(s) work phone (connected and working) 4. Emergency phone number of friend or relative (connected and working) 5. Physician's name and phone 6. Medical alert information 7. Authorized person(s) allowed to pick up child. 8. Any custody or other court orders Please notify the office if information changes throughout the year. FEESThe fee for Blount County Schools in grades K-5 is $20. The money is used for the purchase of consumable classroom materials. Any parent feeling that this fee is a financial hardship may call the principal to make alternative payment arrangements. Field trips within our county and to nearby points of interest are scheduled by various classroom teachers throughout the school year. These trips are designed to supplement different aspects of the classroom curriculum and to introduce students to the resources of the community. Parents will receive notices of field trips well in advance of the scheduled trip date and will be asked to sign field trip permission forms. Sometimes a fee may be requested from each student to help defray transportation or admission costs. Parents are encouraged to attend field trip outings with the children. At times students may be denied the privilege of going on a field trip if their conduct has been unsatisfactory. ILLNESSESIf a student becomes too ill to remain in class, we will reach the parents by phone and recommend that the student be picked up. For this reason, it is important that we have an updated, working phone number on the emergency contact sheet to reach the parents. If the child is ill, please do not send him/her to school. A student that contracts a contagious disease or condition, such as pink eye, chickenpox, ringworm, impetigo, or pediculosis (head lice) will be sent home from school and must remain home until the condition or disease is corrected. HEAD LICEStudents who have come in contact with head lice, will not be permitted to return to school until the hair is completely free of all lice. GRADING SYSTEMStudents are responsible for taking grades home to parents. Parents should contact the school if grades are not received by one week after the end of the nine-week reporting period. (See student calendar dates.) Grade cards will be sent home the Wednesday after the last day of each nine weeks. RETENTION/PROMOTIONThe responsibility for retention or promotion is a matter of professional judgment on the part of the teacher, principal, and/or supervisor. The decision is based on evaluation of academic, physical, social, and emotional growth. Primary reasons for retention include: indifference or lack of effort on the part of a capable student; physical or social immaturity; and frequent or long absences. Students missing 30 days or more, with or without excuses, will be retained in the present grade. Retention is usually considered as a more positive alternative during the first three grades. However, it is sometimes necessary in higher grades. LOST AND FOUNDItems found at school are brought to the office (small) and the auditorium (coats, jackets). For ease in identification, items should be labeled. Items which are unclaimed within a reasonable time will be donated to charity. MAKE-UP WORKAll make-up work for absences must be completed within the week. It is the responsibility of the student to secure, assignments and turn in missed work. The time and nature of the make-up work may be designated by the teacher. No make-up work will be provided for unexcused absences. MEDICATIONAny student taking a medication prescribed by a medical doctor must bring the medication to the office. Only medication prescribed by a physician will be administered. The medication must be in the original prescription bottle with a copy of the physician's statement giving the dosage and times to be given. Similarly, over-the-counter medications, such as Tylenol, Advil, cold medications, etc. are to be kept in the office (not with the student) and will not be given without a parent's signature on school medication forms. PARENT CONFERENCESCommunication is an essential part of the educational program. We feel that it is very important for parents to keep in close contact with their child's teacher concerning his/her progress. Please remember to schedule a conference in advance so a time that is convenient for all can be established (before or after school, etc.). Plan to talk with your child's teacher at least twice a year. PARENT VOLUNTEERSThe teachers and staff of Friendsville Elementary School believe in T.E.A.M. approach-Together Everyone Achieves More. We invite parents to join our team. Parents are always needed and welcome to assist in the learning process whether at home or at school. Parents willing to donate time and energy during the school day should sign in at the office. Arrangements to assist at school should be made in advance with the classroom teacher and/or administrator. Additional adults are always needed to read to children, attend student performances, garden, mentor, and serve as guest speakers on areas of expertise. Parents are encouraged to join the Friendsville Elementary School Booster Club. Watch for information coming home with your child. Parents are also encouraged to talk nightly with their children concerning the school day's events. Nightly participation in Parents As Reading Partners is an invaluable investment in children's education. Calendars to document joint shared reading time are included at the end of this publication. Many parents have already given countless hours to the school. We value and appreciate your efforts. TOBACCO FREEBlount County Board Policy dictates that all school facilities are tobacco-free. This means all uses of tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco, are prohibited in all Blount County School Buildings. Outside smoking by visitors is to be in designated areas only. RELEASE OF DIRECTORY INFORMATIONBlount County Schools has designated certain information contained in the educational records of its students, as directory information for purposes of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The following information regarding students is considered directory information: Name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, major field of study, athletic teams, years of attendance, diploma awarded, and honors/awards. Directory information may be disclosed by this institution for any purpose in its discretion, without the consent of a parent of a student or an eligible student. Parents of students and eligible students have the right to refuse to permit the designation of any or all of the above information as directory information. In that case, this information will not be disclosed except with the consent of a parent or student, or as otherwise allowed by FERPA. Parents have the right to request that their child's name, address and telephone number not be released to a military recruiter without prior written consent. Any parent or student refusing to have any or all of the designated directory information disclosed must file written notification to this effect with the Principal of the school where the student attends on or before August 17, 2004. In the event a written refusal is not filed, this institution assumes that neither a parent of a student or an eligible guardian objects to the release of the directory information designated. This includes Channel 5 news. MEDIA ACCESS TO STUDENTSSchool administrators shall be authorized to grant permission and set parameters for media access to students in their respective schools. Media representatives shall be required to report the administration for prior approval before accessing students involved in instructional programs and activities not attended by the general public. The media may interview and photograph students involved in instructional programs and school activities, including athletic events. Such media access shall not be unduly disruptive and shall comply with Board policies. Each year parent/guardians will be given the option to withhold permission for public news media interviews or photographs of their child at school. Specific parental/guardian permission must be obtained if the story or photograph covers topics of a sensitive nature. If any student is to be filmed or videotaped an will be identified or a primary subject of the filming or videotaping, prior written consent/release/waiver will be obtained from the student's parent/guardian. District employees may release student information to the media only in accordance with applicable provisions of the education records law and Board policies governing directory information and personally identifiable information. Parents will be advised of the Board's media access to students policy at the time of the student's registration and each fall in the student/parent handbook. SCHOOL HOURSSchool begins at 7:45 a.m. The building opens at 7:00 a.m. for breakfast and early bus riders. All other students are counted tardy after 7:45 a.m. School ends at 2:45 p.m. Bus riders are dismissed, then car riders after buses depart. Supervision is not provided after 3:05. An after-school day-care program provided from 2:45 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. for a moderate fee and in the mornings from 6:00 to 7:00 a.m. The Day Care (Friends) number is 980-1254. SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERTo protect the safety of Blount County School students and staff, an officer from the Blount County Sheriff's Office has been assigned to each elementary school. SCHOOL VISITORSParents are always welcome to visit the school. Any visits during the school day should be arranged with the principal and/or teachers. Conferences and visits must be planned with prior notice. SIGN IN/OUTFor your protection, the protection of the students and security within the school, it is required that any person entering the building during the school day come directly to the office before going to any other part of the school. Once there, visitors will be asked to "sign in" and will be required to wear a pass. No students will be permitted to leave the building with a visitor, parent or otherwise, without checking out through the school office. Before leaving, all visitors are asked to sign themselves out. SCHOOL BREAKFAST AND LUNCHSend your check or money in a sealed envelope to the cafe before 8:00 a.m. Write the name of the student, the student's teacher, and the student's number on the outside of the envelope. You may include snack money on the ticket if you wish. If you do not want your child to use the ticket money for snacks, please notify the cashier or manager. Students are asked not to buy tickets during breakfast or lunch hours as it interferes with getting students through the line in a timely manner. When a student has to charge a breakfast or lunch, his/her hand will be stamped to notify parents that their ticket has expired. Notification of charges will be sent prior to field trips with payment expected before trip is taken. If at any time you would like to get an account balance, please request this in writing and allow a few day for processing. Forms are available to apply for free or reduced lunches. Payment is required until notification of application approval. TELEPHONE USAGEThe office telephone is a business phone. All incoming calls will be taken by the secretary, and messages from parents will be delivered to the students. Students will be discouraged from using the phone to call home except in the case of an emergency or an absolute necessity. Parents wishing to speak with a teacher or administrator may be placed into a voice message system. Please leave your name, brief message, and a working telephone number and every effort will be made to return your call in a timely fashion. SPECIAL EDUCATION/ TITLE I SERVICESThe Blount County School System provides a full range of special education services for students with disabilities whose educational needs cannot be met through the regular education program. Students who have disabilities that meet the criteria established by the State Department of Education and/or the Federal Government are afforded due process rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Conditions that may qualify a student for these services include specific learning disabilities, mental retardation, emotional disturbance, and developmental delays. Students suspected of any of these conditions have the right to a comprehensive evaluation by a multi-disciplinary team, a free and appropriate education with non-disabled students to the greatest extent possible, and due process rights. All records and information regarding the assessment and Individualized Education Program (IEP) of the student are kept confidential and can only be released with parental consent. Parents have the right to review the records upon request. For more information or to make a referral contact:
Dr. David Cook The Blount County School System affirms that it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI states: NO person in the United States shall on the ground of race, color, or national origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. Anyone who believes that the school system has discriminated against them or another individual may file a complaint. Parents also have the right to request information about the professional qualifications of each teacher.
The State of Tennessee annually verifies Tennessee teachers meet requirements for the positions that they hold. Federal Law (No Child Left Behind) allows parents to ask for certain information about the qualifications of their child's classroom teacher. Please contact the Personnel Office of Blount County Schools (984-1212) for more information about these requests, or visit the State Department of Education web-site at www.state.tn.us/education and look for the teacher certification/licensing department page. POLICIES AND PROCEDURESNo chewing gum is allowed. Do not do anything which might hurt someone physically (fighting, throwing objects, etc.) or mentally (profanity, teasing, name calling, etc.) Do not bring toys, radios, play items to school unless permission from a teacher has been given to do so. Jewelry, expensive items such as radios, CD players, games, etc., should not be brought or worn to school. Loss or theft resulting from failure to follow this rule will be considered a natural consequence. The school will not be obligated or responsible for investigating such cases. Cheating is not permissible. Students giving or receiving help automatically receive a “0” for the work. Students are not permitted to sell private items at school. Public displays of affection between students are not permissible. Students should follow posted procedures for restrooms, cafe, and hallways as established by their teachers. Backpacks must be see- through. Students must have a note from both parties when going home with one another.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
JurisdictionThe school has jurisdiction over its students during the regular school day and while going to and from school on county transportation. The school's jurisdiction includes any activity, regardless of time or location and any school-related conduct, regardless of time or location. The staff is authorized to take reasonable measures to establish appropriate school behavior. Any professional employee shall have the authority to control the conduct of any student while under the supervision of the school system. This authority shall extend to all activities of the school, including all games and public performances of athletic teams and other school groups, trips, excursions and all other activities under school sponsorship and direction. Such measures may include the use of reasonable force to restrain or correct students and maintain order.
PurposeBlount County Schools are established for the benefit of all students. The educational purpose of the schools is accomplished best in a climate of student behavior that is socially acceptable and conducive to the learning/teaching process. Student behavior which disrupts the process or which infringes on the rights of other individuals will not be tolerated. The purpose of this code is to help maintain the educational efficacy of the school and specifies the consequences for violating this code.
DisciplineFriendsville Elementary School teachers and staff have designed a school-wide assertive discipline plan to ensure that children will feel safe, comfortable, and have a maximum opportunity to learn. In addition, each classroom will develop its own rules an consequences, policies, and procedures. The classroom teacher routinely handles minor behavior problems. Repeated disruptive incidents will be handled by an office referral. In most cases, parents will be contacted, especially in cases regarding repeat offenses. Parents and students are asked to read and discuss the Student Code of Conduct carefully. Parent/student cooperation and understanding is essential. Policies established by the Blount County Board of Education governing student conduct shall be followed in all cases concerning student misbehavior. Board policy states: A student shall not use violence, force, noise, coercion, threat, intimidation, fear, passive resistance, or any other conduct which causes a personal threat to any student, or the disruption, interference or obstruction of any school purpose while on school property, in school vehicles or buses, or at any school sponsored activity, function or event, whether on or off campus. Neither shall he urge other students to engage in such conduct. Any personal threat, intimidation, or bullying shall be include in this definition. A student found guilty of misbehavior may receive punishment ranging from verbal reprimand to suspension and/or expulsion dependent on the severity of the offense and the offender's prior record. Under the Tennessee State Board of Education's Unsafe Schools Policy, any public school student who is the victim of a violent crime as defined in TCA 40-38-111(g) or the attempt to commit one of these offenses as defined under TCA 30-20-101, shall be provided an opportunity to transfer to another grade-level appropriate school within the district. STUDENT CONCERNS AND COMPLAINTSDecisions made by school personnel such as aides, teachers, assistant principals, principals, which parents /students believe are unfair or in violation of pertinent policies of the Board or individual school rules may be appealed to the school principal or a designated representative. To appeal, students/parents will follow these steps:
1.Shall have a conference with classroom teacher and Principal 2.Consultation with appropriate grade level system supervisor 3.Conference with the Director of Schools- presenting appeal in writing 4.Final appeal is to the Blount County Board of Education STUDENT DRESSThe Blount County Board of Education recognizes the effect that student dress and grooming have on student behavior and learning. Student dress or grooming considered disruptive to health or safety is not appropriate. In keeping with the educational purpose of public education, students are expected to dress and groom themselves as individuals with a sense of responsibility. It is expected that students, while exercising the right to dress and groom themselves in a an individual way will also show through their appearance a high degree of respect for the standards of decency, cleanliness, and style acceptable by the school district. When the student, in the judgment of the principal, is attired in a manner which is likely to cause disruption or to interfere with the operation of the school, the principal shall administer appropriate punishment, which may include suspension. If a student cannot comply with the dress code based on special conditions or religious beliefs, his or her parent or guardian may write a letter explaining the situation to the Director of Schools or his/her designee, with a copy to the principal. Each case will be dealt with on an individual basis. The principal may allow special dress on special occasions such as: field trips, field days, theme days, school spirit days, etc. TEXTBOOKSIf textbooks are lost or damaged, students will be expected to pay full replacement costs. CARE OF SCHOOL AND PERSONAL PROPERTYBlount County Schools tries to instill in students pride in the appearance of their schools. Students must not mark school furniture, wall, ceiling, floor, or equipment with pen, pencil, marker, or any other instrument. Students must not tamper with fire alarms, fire extinguishers, plants, trees, or any electrical system in the school. Anyone who willfully destroys school property through vandalism, arson, or larceny, or who creates a hazard to the safety of our students will be referred to the proper law enforcement agency.
Following is a list of guidelines for Blount County Schools, K-5. The principal shall have the right to exclude any attire which is disruptive or which adversely affects the educational atmosphere. l. Shoes must be worn at all times. 2. Shorts should be mid-thigh length, (no "bike" shorts, etc.) Acceptable shorts include Bermuda /walking shorts and culottes, split skirts/shorts and cutoff shorts that are neat in appearance, appropriate in length and are commercially sewn to look like cutoffs.
The following items MAY NOT be worn during the school day: a. caps and hats (not allowed to be worn in the building); wearing/displaying gang-related apparel such as altered tops, hair nets and bandannas of any color; b. tom, cut-off, or damaged clothing; c. halter tops, strapless, spaghetti straps or backless dresses/blouses; d. clothing that exposes the midriff; e. see-through clothing; f. clothing which exhibits written, pictorial, or implied references to illegal substances, drugs or alcohol, negative slogans, vulgarities, or which causes disruption of the educational process; wearing apparel that is sexually suggestive or that features crude or vulgar lettering or printing and/or pictures that depict drugs, tobacco, alcoholic beverages, racial/ethnic slurs or gang affiliation! g. wallet chains or chains of any kind; h. oversize apparel-including saggy pants worn low on the waist, overalls with unfastened straps, and pants that are cut off below the knees (and worn with knee socks); i. belts which are extra-long with excess hanging loosely or belt buckles bearing initials that designate gangs are strictly prohibited; and all tattoos, brands and visible body piercing (excluding the ears) must be completely covered. ZERO TOLLE RANCE OFFENSESIn order to ensure a safe and secure learning environment, certain offenses will not be tolerated. TCA 49-6-42 1 6(b)(l).
These include: Mandatory Consequences * Possession of firearm Presumptive one calendar year expulsion Battery on any school employee or school resource officer Presumptive one calendar year expulsion Unlawful possession of any drug Presumptive on calendar year expulsion * except the Director of Schools may modify the expulsion on a case by case basis Misconduct: Possible Consequences : Truancy or unexcused absences Suspension or failure in the subject or grade involved Tardiness The awarding of unexcused absences that can result in failure Leaving school without permission Suspension or expulsion Lack of participation Parent conference, suspension Damage of Property (no vandalism) Student must pay for the damage, possible suspension Vandalism Suspension or expulsion, principal must report to law enforcement agencies Assault and battery endangering life, health, safety Suspension or expulsion, principal must report to law enforcement agencies Inappropriate dress and appearance Student sent home to change Using, possessing, selling, or transporting alcohol or tobacco 1st offense: 2 days suspension, 2nd offense: 5 days suspension, 3rd offense: 10 days suspension Possession of a weapon other than a firearm Suspension or expulsion Fighting or threatening violence Suspension or expulsion Repeated violation of school rules Suspension or expulsion
Rules for Student Conduct on School Buses1. Bus drivers are responsible for the safety of students en route to and from school and may plan, enact and enforce local bus rules as necessary, providing such rules do not conflict with state and county rules and regulations. 2. Special seating arrangements may be made as the driver deems necessary. Students shall remain seated at all times, if possible. 3. Windows may be opened only by permission of the driver. No student shall put his head, arms, or hands out of the window at any time. 4. Students shall load and unload in an orderly manner and shall not cross the road or highway until signaled by the driver and then only in front of the school bus. 5.Students are not permitted in the driver's seat at any time and shall remain behind the restraining line and shall not talk to the driver unless necessary. 6.Students shall get on and off the bus at their regular stops unless written permission to do otherwise is given by the parent. 7. Smoking, vulgarity, fighting, and willful damage to the bus may be sufficient grounds for suspending a student's bus riding privileges. BUS CONDUCTIn order to maintain conditions and atmosphere suitable for learning, no person shall enter onto a school bus except students assigned to that bus or parents of students or other persons with lawful and valid business on the bus. The school bus is an extension of school activity; therefore, students shall conduct themselves on the bus in a manner consistent with the established standards for safety and classroom behavior. Students are under the supervision and control of the bus driver while on his/her bus, and all reasonable directions given by him/her shall be followed. The principal of the student transported shall be informed by the bus driver of any serious discipline problem and may be called upon to assist if necessary. A student may be denied the privilege of riding the bus if the principal determines that his/her behavior is such as to cause 'disruption on the bus, or if he/she disobeys state or local rules pertaining to student transportation. The suspension of a student from riding the school bus shall follow the same procedures as for any other school suspension. Any student who gets off the bus at any point between the pick-up point and school must present the driver with a note of authorization from the parent or the principal of the school the student attends. Any student wishing to ride a bus other than his/her designated bus must have written parental permission and the approval of the principal or his/her designee. Students who transfer from bus to bus while en route to and from school shall be expected to abide by the discipline policies adopted by the Board and rules adopted by the staff of the terminal school. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTIONBlount County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability in provision of education opportunities or employment opportunities and benefits. Blount County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex or disability in the education programs and activities which it operates, pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as codified in 42 USC 2000D; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Pub. L. 92-318 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Pub. L. 101-336. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, The Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act should be directed to the Human Rights Officer, Alisa Teffeteller, 831 Grandview Drive , Maryville , TN 37803 , phone: 865-984-1212. Charges of violation of the above may also be directed to the Director of Schools.
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