SAFETY & SECURITY Wakefield High School

PRESENTATION OVERVIEW OPENING REMARKS R. Malik Bazzell, Principal DISCIPLINARY PHILOSOPHY & GUIDELINES WCPSS SCHOOL SAFETY & SECURITY Russ Smith, Director SRO OFFICER Dwayne Davis, Raleigh Police Department

WAKEFIELD HS SUPERVISION STRUCTURE Chancey Wolfe, Assistant Principal WHS GUIDANCE & STUDENT SERVICES Michelle Ansbacher, Counselor TEACHER & STUDENT PERSPECTIVE

“Sweat the Small Stuff” DISCIPLINARY PHILOSOPHY “Sweat the Small Stuff”

SCHOOL CONSEQUENCES LUNCH DETENTION Students spend lunch w/assigned faculty. ISS – IN SCHOOL SUSPENSION Assignment is for the period or the day. ALC – ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER Removal for behavioral problems, attendance issues & academic concerns.

REVERSE SUSPENSION Used in lieu of OSS; parents are invited to attend school to monitor their child’s behavior and school work. OSS–OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION Short-term and Long-term.

DISCIPLINE GUIDELINES LEVEL I MINOR INFRACTIONS Usually addressed by the teacher. Consistent violation results in referral and administrative involvement. Behavior includes: noncompliance, disrespect, inappropriate language. LEVEL I MAJOR INFRACTIONS Sometimes addressed by the teacher. Usually handled by administration. Behavior includes: tobacco use or possession, refusal to comply, dress code, gambling.

LEVEL II Addressed by administration. Behavior includes: disruption, theft, property damage, sexual harassment, threats, bullying. Level II Fighting and Physical Aggression Physical aggression/ Fighting- choking, hitting, slapping, shoving, scratching, spitting, biting, blocking the passage of, throwing objects at another person in an aggressive or confrontational manner. Taking any action or making comments or writing messages that are reasonably expected to result in a fight or physical aggression. All physical fights usually result in a five-day suspension; multiple fights in a year result in a long-term suspension.

LEVEL III Controlled substances, chemicals & drug paraphernalia. Possession, use, under the influence, distribution, selling. Assault Involving a weapon Bomb threat Acts of terror Assault on a student: No student shall cause or attempt to cause serious physical injury to another student- i.e. broken bones, chipped teeth, scarring, significant bleeding, injuries resulting in medical treatment.

SCHOOL DETERRENTS Processes & programs employed by the school to reduce disciplinary infractions and maintain student safety - Clear Expectations Proper Supervision Character Education Strong Relationships Targeted Communication

STUDENT SERVICES Wakefield High School

MISSION STATEMENT The Counseling and Student Services Department of Wakefield High School will provide a comprehensive developmental counseling program that addresses the academic, career, and personal/social development of all students.   School counselors, as part of the WHS learning community, will advocate for all students so that they have equity and access to the tools which enable them to become responsible and productive citizens.   Counselors will advocate for the success of every student so that they can effectively manage future challenges and can progress confidently into an ever-changing society. (WHS Website)

STATEMENT OF BELIEFS All students can achieve and should be given the opportunity to so. All students have dignity and worth and have a right to a safe, mutually respectful, healthy, and orderly learning environment. Learning involves the education of the whole person and is a continuous lifelong process. All students have the right to participate in the school counseling program. Learning requires the active participation, mutual respect, and individual accountability of students, teachers, staff, parents, and community members. Diversity is to be respected and appreciated as we foster unity among our students, faculty, staff, and community.  

WHS COUNSELORS PROVIDE: I. Individual Student Planning (Appraisal & Advisement) Goal setting & problem solving Academic, career & transition plans Education in understanding of self, including strengths & weaknesses (WHS website; ASCA)

WHS COUNSELORS PROVIDE: II. Classroom Guidance - (Core Curriculum; Instruction & Group Activities; Preventive) Communication, problem-solving, decision-making & conflict resolution Peer relationships & effective social skills Coping strategies Multicultural & diversity awareness Substance abuse education Signs of Suicide (SOS), self-harm, at-risk behaviors, mood disorders, bullying & harassment prevention, sex trafficking

WHS COUNSELORS PROVIDE: III. Responsive Services (Immediate Needs & Concerns) Individual & small-group (psycho-educational) counseling Individual/family/school crisis intervention & response Peer facilitation & mediation Consultation & collaboration Referrals

WHS COUNSELORS PROVIDE: IV. Schoolwide Programs & Activities National Bullying, Harassment Prevention Month & Disability Awareness Month (Oct.) Daily announcements campaign and trivia contest; social media campaign; weekly lesson plans, Just Think First video - Be Brave: Stop the Bullying World Day of Bullying Prevention (Blue) National Unity Day (Orange) - safe and supportive schools and communities; united for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion Stand Up! Speak Out! WCPSS bullying prevention activities

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Safe Schools Tip Line (919) 856-1911 (anonymous) WHS Hotline Google form on WHS website @WHSStudentSvcs on Twitter