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O. Henry Middle School Parent and Student Handbook

 

Code of Conduct

 

O. Henry MS Attendance

25-26 Bell Schedule

Student Expectations

Academics

  1. I will regularly attend school since it is critical to my success as a student—and it’s the law!
  1. I will be on time to class, so I can get prepared for the “do now” and lesson.
  1. I will use a backpack to carry my binder and belongings to each class and keep it organized.
  2. I am expected to SLANT in each class:

Sit up; Listen; Ask and answer questions; Nod your head; Track the speaker

  1. I understand if I fail to turn in an assignment, I may be assigned a ZAP (Zeros are Prohibited) detention after school to complete the assignment.
  1. If I am struggling academically, I will attend tutorials before, during, or after school.
  1. If I am failing, I understand I may be enrolled in 9th period to improve my grades.
  1. I am expected to maintain a 70 in every class. If I fail any course in a nine weeks period, I will lose the privilege to participate in all activities during the following three-week period.
  1. I will do my best in the classroom, because knowledge is power and leads to success!
  2. Dress Code offenses: Student conference, warning, parent contact, change clothes or ISS for the remainder of the day.
  1. I am expected to not chew gum anywhere in the school building— at any time!
  1. If I cause a disruption on the bus and receive a bus referral, the following consequences may occur: warnings, bus suspensions, and/or bus removal for the remainder of the semester.
  1.  Any expression of gang affiliation WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.
  1. New Policy Coming Soon: Cell phones or other electronic devices will be confiscated if they are seen, heard, or used on campus during the school day. 
  1. I may use a bicycle to travel to and from school, but I will not ride it on campus.
  1. Skateboards are not allowed on campus or the bus. If a skateboard is brought to school, it will be confiscated and must be picked up by an adult.
  1. I will not sell, possess, or consume any illegal substance while on campus. This includes: alcohol, drugs and tobacco products.
  1. I will not take another person’s property. It is a crime and I may be arrested. If I see a theft, or know if somebody has stolen an item, I will report it to the AP, or call CrimeStoppers.

Let's Bully-Proof Our School

  1. If I choose to strike another student on school grounds, I may be immediately removed from school.
  1. If I choose to verbally, physically, or sexually harass another student or students on school grounds, I may receive a referral, BMC, suspension, or expulsion.
  1. If I am having a problem with another student, my choices are the following: 1) ignore the student , 2) kindly, but assertively, address the student at an appropriate time and place. 3) contact an adult.
  1. If I witness any bullying, I will report it immediately to my counselor, AP, or fill out a form.

General Guidelines

  1. I will walk on the right side of the hallway during the passing periods and use an inside voice.