1. Foundations 2011-2012 Day 1

2. School starts promptly at 7:30 a.m. It is important for students to come to class on time, every day. The tardy policy is as follows: Day 1 – Monday – Period 1 Tardy and Attendance Lesson

3. The tardy policy is as follows: When the tardy bell rings, teachers will shut their doors and it is mandatory that you go to your house administrator to receive a tardy slip. You will not be permitted to class unless you have a tardy slip from your house office. Day 1 – Monday – Period 1 Tardy and Attendance Lesson

4. The tardy policy is as follows: Upon receiving your 5 th tardy you will be placed on a tardy contract by your house administrator and by the 7 th tardy, you will have detention the next day. It is up to your house administrator to determine length and activity during detention. Failure to report for a detention or any subsequent tardies will result in further disciplinary action per your house administrator. Day 1 – Monday – Period 1 Tardy and Attendance Lesson

5. The attendance policy is as follows: Students returning to school from an absence shall be required to present a written explanatory excuse from their parent(s) or legal guardian, stating the cause for the absence. This note should be taken to the attendance office or your house administrator. Day 1 – Monday – Period 1 Tardy and Attendance Lesson

6. The following causes are acceptable excuses for being absent: a.Illness or injury of the student; b.Serious illness or death in the student’s family; c.Inclement weather; d.Official religious holiday sect or for religious instruction; e.Participation in an academic class or school programs such as study trips, competitions, etc.; f.Insurmountable conditions as determined by the school principal or other designated District or school personnel; and, g.A bus failure or irregular schedule which causes the absence or tardiness of a student who is eligible for and regularly transported by the District.

7. Day 1 – Monday – Period 1 Tardy and Attendance Lesson Missed work shall be made up for all absences which includes suspension. A day shall be allowed for each day of absence pursuant to the Student Progression Plan. It is the responsibility of the student to get make up work from all teachers.

8. Day 1 – Monday – Period 1 Tardy and Attendance Lesson Quick Write: (Small groups of 3 or 4 students) List the 3 top excuses for being late to school/classes. List the top 3 excuses for being absent from school.

9. Day 1 – Monday – Period 2 Electronic / Entertainment Devices Duval County Code of Conduct 2.26 (ZZZ) Use of Wireless Communication Devices Possession of a wireless communication device (camera telephone, cellular telephone, or pager) is not a violation of the Code of Student Conduct. However …

10. Day 1 – Monday – Period 2 Electronic / Entertainment Devices 2.26 (ZZZ) Use of Wireless Communication Devices However, the possession of a wireless communication device which disrupts the educational process; the use of a wireless communication device during school hours; the use of a wireless communication device on school buses in the absence of an emergency concerning safety-to-life issues (defined as a bus accident, mechanical breakdown which delays the normal route,

11. Day 1 – Monday – Period 2 Electronic / Entertainment Devices 2.26 (ZZZ) Use of Wireless Communication Devices However, and/or thirty (30) minutes or more in a route delay); and the possession or use of a cellular telephone, camera telephone, or pager which disrupts or interferes with the safety-to-life issues would be a violation of the Code of Student Conduct.

12. Day 1 – Monday – Period 2 Electronic / Entertainment Devices 2.26 (ZZZ) Use of Wireless Communication Devices Note: If students possess a cellular telephone, camera telephone, or pager, it should be turned off and kept out-of-sight inside a pocket, book bag, purse, or similar container, and it may not be used or allowed to emit any ring tone or other noise.

13. Day 1 – Monday – Period 2 Electronic / Entertainment Devices 2.26 (ZZZ) Use of Wireless Communication Devices Violations of this policy will result in confiscation, and the device will only be released to the parent/guardian. Progressive discipline will apply for repeated violations. School Board employees or agents will not be held liable for wireless communication devices that are lost, stolen, or confiscated. Florida Statute 1006.07 (2)(e) requires school districts to notify parents that students who use wireless communication devices in the commission of a criminal act may face school disciplinary action and/or criminal penalties.

14. Day 1 – Monday – Period 2 Electronic / Entertainment Devices 2.26 (ZZZ) Use of Wireless Communication Devices Student will not use their own personal devices brought from home to access the unfiltered internet. Students will only access the internet through the DCPS filtered network. Students will not access the internet with a cell phone, cellular internet services, or open or outside private wireless networks.

15. Day 1 – Monday – Period 2 Electronic / Entertainment Devices 2.26 (ZZZ) Use of Wireless Communication Devices Students may ONLY use electronic devices (including cell phones and MP3 Players) before school, during their scheduled lunch, and after school. If the student chooses to use the electronic device during class or in the halls, the device will be confiscated by security and returned to the student’s parent/guardian.

16. Day 1 – Monday – Period 2 Electronic / Entertainment Devices Discussion Questions: When is it appropriate to use a wireless communication devices? Identify how might a wireless communication device cause disruptions at school? Justify. Why do you think that it is important to have a wireless communication device policy at school?

17. Day 1 – Monday – Period 3 Behavior in Common Areas Cafeteria, Media Center, Hallways, Evacuation Drills, Assembles General Expectations During Lunch 1.Students are expected to wear ID’s at all times. 2.Students are expected to line up in a single line at the different food stations throughout the dining room to receive lunch. 3.Students must not allow other students to use their ID to get lunch or take another students ID to get lunch. This considered stealing and giving false information 4.Students are expected to clean their area by putting their trash in the trash cans before leaving the area.

18. Day 1 – Monday – Period 3 Behavior in Common Areas Cafeteria, Media Center, Hallways, Evacuation Drills, Assembles General Expectations During Lunch 5.Students are expected to refrain from horseplay, public displays of affection, and any profane language or obscene gestures. 6.Students are expected to sit at tables and not on table tops while enjoying lunch with friends. 7.Students may not have off campus food (McDonald’s, Burger King, etc) dropped off to them at any time during the school day. 8.Students may not play cards.

19. Day 1 – Monday – Period 3 Behavior in Common Areas Cafeteria, Media Center, Hallways, Evacuation Drills, Assembles Discussion Web Do the expectations for lunch behaviors create a safe and civil environment for students? Brainstorm opposing arguments and reasons behind those arguments by filling out a Discussion Web. Then develop a conclusion to both sides and the class will vote to come to a conclusion. Note: a copy of the Discussion Web will be submitted to Mrs. Spinner.

20. Day 1 – Monday – Period 3 Behavior in Common Areas Cafeteria, Media Center, Hallways, Evacuation Drills, Assembles Discussion Reasons No Yes Do the expectations for lunch behaviors create a safe and civil environment for students? Conclusions

21. Day 1 – Monday – Period 7 Dress Code / IDs / Backpacks GENERAL CODE OF APPEARANCE Duval County Code of Conduct Administrators and teachers of the Duval County Public Schools shall enforce dress and grooming guidelines that promote the successful operation of the schools. The site administration shall be the final judge as to neatness and cleanliness of wearing apparel and whether or not such apparel is appropriate, disruptive, distracting, or in violation of health and safety rules.

22. Day 1 – Monday – Period 7 Dress Code / IDs / Backpacks GENERAL CODE OF APPEARANCE Each student has the responsibility to dress appropriately for the school environment. These guidelines for dress and grooming are provided to assist parents and shall apply to all students in the Duval County Public Schools. Student dress and grooming shall be neat and clean, and follow the general guidelines below.

23. Day 1 – Monday – Period 7 Dress Code / IDs / Backpacks GENERAL CODE OF APPEARANCE Shoes must be worn. However, bedroom shoes or slippers shall not be worn. Halter-tops, tank tops, backless tops, top with thin or no straps, or tops that show midriff or expose the body are prohibited. See-through or mesh garments shall not be worn without appropriate undergarments. Form-fitting or overly tight clothing shall not be worn without appropriate outer garments.

24. Day 1 – Monday – Period 7 Dress Code / IDs / Backpacks GENERAL CODE OF APPEARANCE Properly hemmed outer garments such as shorts, divided skirts, and dresses may be worn, provided they are not disruptive or distractive, as determined by the school administration. Garments including, but not limited to such items as boxer shorts, traditionally designed as undergarments, may not be worn as outer garments. Clothing and accessories shall not be worn if they display profanity, violence, lewd and obscene messages, sexually suggestive phrases, or advertisements, phrases or symbols of alcohol, tobacco, or drugs or other symbols phrases or advertisements that would be offensive to common propriety or decency.

25. Day 1 – Monday – Period 7 Dress Code / IDs / Backpacks GENERAL CODE OF APPEARANCE Head coverings, including, but not limited to, caps, hats, bandannas, hair curlers, and/or sunglasses, shall not be worn on school property, unless required by a physician or authorized by school personnel. The waistband of shorts, slacks, skirts, and similar garments shall not be worn below the hips. Underwear, midriff and back may not be exposed. If belts, suspenders, and straps are worn, they shall be worn in place and fastened. Any articles of clothing or jewelry that may cause injury to oneself or to other students are not allowed.

26. Day 1 – Monday – Period 7 Dress Code / IDs / Backpacks GENERAL CODE OF APPEARANCE Wearing apparel, jewelry (such as body piercing(s), ornaments), hair, and general appearance shall not disrupt the classroom atmosphere, shall not be unusually provocative, and/or shall not violate health and safety rules of the school. All students must adhere to these minimal guidelines for acceptable apparel and appearance. In order to maximize instructional time, students will be given an opportunity to immediately correct dress code violations.

27. Day 1 – Monday – Period 7 Dress Code / IDs / Backpacks GENERAL CODE OF APPEARANCE Disciplinary Actions: 1st Offense — Phone call to the parents 2nd Offense — Principal/designee assigned in-school suspension/detention and phone call to parents 3rd Offense — Principal/designee assigned in-school suspension/detention and phone call to parents; Parent/child dress code contract 4th Offense — Dress code contract violations may be defined as a Class 2.23 offense and may warrant disciplinary action as outlined under Class II offenses. This General Code of Appearance shall also apply to all school- sponsored activities and events, unless otherwise authorized by school administration.

28. Day 1 – Monday – Period 7 Dress Code / IDs / Backpacks Discussion Question: Analyze why having a dress code can increase the safety of students at school.