2. Our goal is to prepare responsible, productive citizens who are lifelong learners. Welcome to JCHS

3. Forms Jefferson County Schools Enrollment Form Jefferson County Schools Enrollment Form Jefferson County High School 2013-2014 Class Fees Jefferson County High School 2013-2014 Class Fees JCS Clinic School Health/Emergency Contact Form JCS Clinic School Health/Emergency Contact Form Student Accident Insurance Student Accident Insurance Notification of Rights under FERPA Notification of Rights under FERPA 2014-2015 Free and Reduced Application 2014-2015 Free and Reduced Application

4. School Policies and Expectations The basic do’s and don’ts… Discipline Policy Understanding right from wrong (CIVILITY) Respecting truth and other’s property (HONESTY) Following your conscience without influence (INTEGRITY) Treating others as you want to be treated (COURTESY) Thinking before you act (PRUDENCE) Understanding others (TOLERANCE) PAGES 14-15

5. Assertive Discipline Policy Its purpose is not to punish, but to teach and encourage students to accept responsibility for their actions and decisions, and to regard the rights of others with as much reverence as their own. PAGES 15-17

6. Assertive Discipline Policy Referral Consequences Referral Consequences In-School Suspension In-School Suspension Out of school suspension Out of school suspension Expulsion Expulsion Parent contact by conference, letter, or phone Parent contact by conference, letter, or phone PAGES 15-17

7. Alcohol Policy Students will not possess, distribute, consume, or be under the influence of alcoholic beverages. Students will not possess, distribute, consume, or be under the influence of alcoholic beverages. Consequence—completion of an alcohol education program—placement at Jefferson Academy Consequence—completion of an alcohol education program—placement at Jefferson Academy 2 nd violation—1 year expulsion 2 nd violation—1 year expulsion PAGE 18-19

8. Dress Code Policy Inappropriate attire and accessories include: Hats/headbands Hats/headbands Tank tops, jerseys, shirts, blouses, sweaters, or dresses which are revealing or suggestive Tank tops, jerseys, shirts, blouses, sweaters, or dresses which are revealing or suggestive Clothing with large or revealing holes Clothing with large or revealing holes Clothing which exposes the midriff Clothing which exposes the midriff Clothing with obscene or profane language Clothing with obscene or profane language Clothing which depicts alcoholic beverages, unlawful substances, or is gang related Clothing which depicts alcoholic beverages, unlawful substances, or is gang related Clothing that allows undergarments to be visible Clothing that allows undergarments to be visible Sleeveless shirts on males Sleeveless shirts on males Clothing which promotes racial discord Clothing which promotes racial discord Metal spikes or chains Metal spikes or chains Hair of an unnatural color that distracts Hair of an unnatural color that distracts Clothing above the knee Clothing above the knee Piercings of any kind besides the ear Piercings of any kind besides the ear PAGE 22

9. Drug Policy Students shall not consume, use, possess, give, exchange, transfer, or be under the influence of any narcotic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, hallucinogenic drug, marijuana, or intoxicant of any kind. Students shall not consume, use, possess, give, exchange, transfer, or be under the influence of any narcotic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, hallucinogenic drug, marijuana, or intoxicant of any kind. This includes prescription drugs, look-a-like drugs, and over-the-counter drugs This includes prescription drugs, look-a-like drugs, and over-the-counter drugs Consequence—one year expulsion Consequence—one year expulsion PAGE 22-23

10. Electronic Communication Devices All communication devices, including cell phones, must be turned OFF and remain OFF during school hours. All communication devices, including cell phones, must be turned OFF and remain OFF during school hours. First Violation—confiscation for 30 days First Violation—confiscation for 30 days Second Violation—two days ISS and confiscation for 30 days Second Violation—two days ISS and confiscation for 30 days All components will be confiscated All components will be confiscated Keep cell phones in your locker Keep cell phones in your locker PAGE 23

11. Fighting Policy First offense—5 days OSS, citation to court, and placement on behavior contract First offense—5 days OSS, citation to court, and placement on behavior contract Second Offense—expulsion, placement at Jefferson Academy, citation to court Second Offense—expulsion, placement at Jefferson Academy, citation to court PAGE 23

12. Tobacco Policy Students shall not possess or use tobacco products including e-cigarettes or vapors Students shall not possess or use tobacco products including e-cigarettes or vapors First Offense—3 days OSS and citation to court First Offense—3 days OSS and citation to court Second Offense—3 days OSS, citation to court, and behavior contract Second Offense—3 days OSS, citation to court, and behavior contract Third Offense—Placement in Jefferson Academy and citation to court Third Offense—Placement in Jefferson Academy and citation to court PAGE 24

13. Attendance Policy After 5 unexcused absences the parent/guardian will be notified After 5 unexcused absences the parent/guardian will be notified PAGES 25

14. Excused Absences Turn in documentation to the front office Turn in documentation to the front office --Personal illness with a doctor’s note --Medical appointment --Death in the family --Religious observances --Legal or court appearance --Military deployment or return of parent/guardian PAGES 25

15. Tardy Policy Three tardies in one class results in a principal referral Three tardies in one class results in a principal referral First Offense—afternoon detention First Offense—afternoon detention Second Offense—2 days afternoon detention Second Offense—2 days afternoon detention PAGE 27

16. Internet Policy Prohibited Behavior Includes: Prohibited Behavior Includes: Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures Sending or displaying offensive messages or pictures Using obscene language Using obscene language Harassing, insulting, defaming, or attacking others Harassing, insulting, defaming, or attacking others Damaging computers, computer systems or computer networks Damaging computers, computer systems or computer networks PAGES 8-9

17. Students should not display inappropriate displays of affection.

18. In Summary Don’t fight, drink alcoholic beverages, wear inappropriate attire, be involved with tobacco, show inappropriate displays of affection, or disrespect others or yourself. Don’t fight, drink alcoholic beverages, wear inappropriate attire, be involved with tobacco, show inappropriate displays of affection, or disrespect others or yourself. Do show up to class on time, well-dressed and groomed. Make up your work when absent and drop any notes by the front office. Use the internet appropriately and always do your best! Do show up to class on time, well-dressed and groomed. Make up your work when absent and drop any notes by the front office. Use the internet appropriately and always do your best!

19. That’s the Patriot Way!! BE RESPECTFUL BE RECEPTIVE BE READY BE RESPONSIBLE