1. Welcome to 6 th Grade

2. When does school begin? School begins at 7:50. The tardy bell rings at 7:53. If a student is not in their 1 st period class by 7:53, they must report to the office to check-in. Please do not leave your child at school before 7:15.

3. Car Riders Students that ride in cars will be dropped off and picked up behind the gym in the back of the school. For the students’ safety, students will use the crosswalks behind the gym to cross over to the parking lot. (Not in between the crosswalks)

4. Bus Riders Please make sure your child knows which bus they ride each morning and afternoon. They need to know the bus number and bus driver’s name. If you do not know, please call the bus barn at 331-3045.

5. When the student arrives… The student will either report to a holding room or to the cafeteria if they are eating breakfast.

6. If the student is absent… A parent/guardian must send a written note or professional documentation within 3 days of returning to school. Failure to provide an excuse within 3 days will result in a permanent unexcused absence. Students who are absent due to excused (hand-written excuses) or unexcused reasons for a total of more than ten (10) days for the year, must present professional verification for any additional absences. All planned absences must be pre-approved by Mr. Hammock or Mrs. Hollimon.

7. Check-in/Check-out All check-ins and check-outs go through the front office. A parent/guardian must come into the office to check out a student. Check-ins or check-outs will be determined by InformationNow.

8. Tardies to Class The student will have 3 minutes between classes. If the student is not in the class by the time the bell rings, they will be tardy to that class. 4 tardies to one class results in 1 day of ISS 6 tardies to one class results in 2 days of ISS 8 tardies to one class results in 3 days of ISS 9 and subsequent tardies to one class results in the student being placed in alternative school.

9. Tardies to School Any student who is not in her/her first period class before the 7:53 bell rings will be tardy to school. Each tardy will be referred to the office. Tardies 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 – Warning Tardies 6 & 7 – 1 day in ISS Tardy 8 – 3 days of ISS Tardy 9 – 5 days of ISS Tardies 10+ - Assigned to alternative school

10. Medication Only the school nurse is allowed to give a student any medication. If your child requires medication during the school day, you must see the nurse and complete the required paperwork.

11. Immunizations Student’s blue immunization form must be up-to-date for student to remain in school. Parents will receive a letter informing them if their child’s blue form needs updating and will be given ample time to update the form.

12. Lunch Lunch periods are 22 minutes long. The students have a choice of regular lunch or salad bar or they may bring their lunch from home. (No soft drinks or fast-food items) If a student is out of lunch money, they may borrow some from the office, but they are required to pay the money back to the office. The student cannot borrow again until all money has been paid back.

13. Cell Phones The use of Cell phones are strictly forbidden. Violation of this policy will result in the cell phone being taken up. Please read your child’s agenda for the use of cell phones and electronic devices.

14. Exams Every student takes the mid-term exams. Students who are absent from any class no more than five (5) times during the year will have the option to choose to exempt the final exam for the class. ** Remember…3 tardies to a class equals 1 absence for exemption purposes.

15. Important Dates 6 th Grade Registration – July 22 nd First Day of School – Aug.19 th School Pictures – Sept. 9 th Magazine Sales – Aug 30 th Picture Make-up Day – Oct. 8 th State Test- May 5 th -13 th

16. Student Planner The student planner should be kept with the student during the school day. The planner serves as a hall pass. Please take the time to read the student planner and go over it with your child.

17. Textbooks Students will be bringing home a Math textbook. Our teachers use a variety of instructional resources. We want to get the most out of your child while they are here so they can have time for other interests!

18. School Supplies 2” White 3-ring binder 7 tabbed dividers Pencil holder for a 3-ring binder Loose leaf paper $10.00 Locker Fee $25.00 Technology Donation

19. Middle School Band/Music Students will have band or music. If your child signs up for middle school band, they must stay in band. Please talk with your child before they sign up for band.

20. Book Bags & Personal Items Students will only be allowed to carry their binder and a small athletic bag with them to P.E. All personal items, etc. must be locked up in the dressing room locker. (The gym locker is very small.)

21. Rainy Days Please make sure your child keeps a small umbrella in his/her locker for days when it is raining outside.

22. Other Information Keep your child’s information up-to- date in the office in case of an emergency. Make sure your child knows how they are getting home in the afternoon. Announcements are only made once a day at 1:50.

23. Just Remember… Providing a quality education for your child is our #1 goal. We are not in the babysitting business but in the business of Teaching and Learning!