1. Freedom Middle School Student Orientation 2013-2014
P.R.I.D.E. 1

2. “Student Success is Our Priority, and
Theme
“Student Success is Our Priority, and
we do it with P.R.I.D.E.”
Professionalism, Respect, Instructional Focus, Diversity, and Educational Excellence 2

3. Introductions Administrative Team Security Team
Mr. Davidson – Principal
Mr. Ward– AP – Instruction
Mr. Pope – AP 8th & ½ of 7th Grades
Mrs. Thomas – AP 6th & ½ of 7th Grades
Security Team
Mrs. King – Security Supervisor
Mr. Sims - Security Supervisor
Officer Moore – School Resource Officer 3

4. Introductions ISS Facilitator – Mr. Walker Counselors
Mrs. Hanson-Hendricks – Lead Counselor/7th Grade
Mr. Lightner – 8th Grade
Mrs. Walsh – 6th Grade 4

5. Inside Voices
Because our entire school is indoors, students will move through the halls with limited conversation or noise. Students will also walk to the right in a single file line. Page 6 of Student Agenda
This process will increase instructional time by reducing traveling time
Movement will not disturb other classes
Smoother movement of students and staff through halls 5

6. Student Dress Code
Shirts must be tucked in and pants worn on natural waist
No inappropriate logos on clothing
No flip flops, mesh, or beach shoes
Clothes should be of appropriate length and provide appropriate coverage
Leggings may only be worn with an over-garment 1 inch above the knee from both the front and rear view
No holes/ripped jeans
You will not be repeatedly reminded that you are out of dress code.
Pg 5 of Student Agenda 6

7. Bullying/ Constant Teasing
Bullying/Constant Teasing is against the district’s discipline policy. Students caught doing either will receive consequences swiftly and immediately. In addition their parents will be notified of the infraction.
Please notify an adult if you are aware of any potential violation of this policy.
No Hate Zone 7

8. Fighting/Gang Activity
Fighting or participating in Gang Activity are against the district’s discipline policy. Students caught doing either will receive consequences swiftly and immediately.
Minimum of 2 days OSS
Gang Activity will be document following DCSS Gang Protocol. 8

9. Weapons/Drugs in School
Georgia Law mandates that students be arrested and charged for possession of weapons and drugs. 9

10. Student Lockers
Lockers are school property and remain under the control of the school.
Lockers are subject to inspection and search by school officials.
Sharing lockers with another student is prohibited. 10

11. Lockers and Restroom Break
Before school
After 4th period
After 6th period
No lockers after 7th period or after school 11

12. Student Agenda/Planner
Key to student success
Hall Pass
Pep Rally/School Admission Slip
Pop Prizes given through out the week
Student Council Pass
Write your name all over your agenda 12

13. Rewards & Incentives Student of the Month
Student Faculty Basketball Game
Intramural Program
Sports
Parties 13

14. Student Government Association
Two Representatives from each homeroom/1st Period Class/3rd period-7th grade
School Wide Elections
President – 8th Graders Only
Vice President
Secretary
Treasure
Mechanism for sharing student Concerns & Making Changes
Leadership Academy & Community Service 14