Send Tuition Payment by the 5th of Each Month to: Donna Tullock
4549 Witt View Drive
Morristown, TN 37814
423-581-0849
School Teachers:
Evelyn HeathGrades 3-8, Principal423-258-8829
E-mail addresseheath@gccsda.com
Cheri JenkinsGrades K-2423-277-3172
E-mail addresscjenkins@gccsda.com
School Board Chairperson:
Pat Jones423-586-7748
Home and School Leader:
School Board Members at Large:
LaRena Taylor423-586-8716
Robert Ellis865-379-1510
Church Pastor:
David Melton423-839-0882
History
The Morristown S.D.A. School opened in 1928.It operated for two years until it closed because of the Great Depression of the 1930’s.Later, the school was reopened at the church building on Louise Avenue.In 1967 the church purchased the current property on W. Economy Road.The church members decided to build the church building first, and then a school.The school would meet in one wing of the church.
In 1977 the first plans for the new school were made, but it was not until April of 1982 that the final plans were made.Jack Godwin’s Construction Company began work in July.In October the teacher and students moved into the almost-completed building.Open House was held in May of 1982.
The Morristown Seventh-day Adventist School is only one of the many schools operated by the largest Protestant parochial school system in the world.The worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church has more than 790 Universities, Colleges, and secondary schools.
Surveys have indicated that on average, children in grades K through eight who are educated in Adventist schools are two years more advanced scholastically than those receiving a public education.
We, the current directors and staff of the Morristown S.D.A. School, praise God for His blessings past and present.We believe that as we allow God to direct our decisions for the future of our school, we will continue to receive His rich blessings.
Accreditation
Morristown S.D.A School is accredited by the following national agencies:
National Council for Private School Accreditation
North American Division Board of Regents
As a state recognized educational facility, we follow the adopted Tennessee guidelines for length of school year, attendance policy, student transfers, and immunization records.These guidelines are established by the Tennessee Department of Education.
Morristown S.D.A. School is also accredited and supervised by the following bodies:
Georgia-Cumberland Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
Department of Education
P.O. Box 12000
Calhoun, GA30701
Southern Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
Department of Education
P.O. Box 849
Decatur, GA 30031
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventists operate the broadest Protestant church related system of education in the world.Scattered among more than one hundred countries are 858,000 students, 47,000 Educators, and almost 6000 institutions.The church operates forty colleges and universities, including three medical schools, which offer recognized graduate degrees.
Mission Statement
The Mission of the MorristownAdventistSchool is to provide an environment that nurtures each student mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually, to encourage a personal relationship with Jesus, and to instill an attitude of dependence on God, respect for others, and a commitment to be the best that you can be.
Philosophy
The MorristownS.D.A.ChurchSchool was established to bring about the salvation of the young people through acceptance of, and faith in, Jesus Christ as their personal Savior.It is the objective of this school, through Christian education, to help each young person achieve a growth in character that will make him a God-fearing, honest, stable, and productive member of society and assist him in preparation for eternal life.
The educational philosophy of the Seventh-dayAdventistChurch is based on the belief that humanity’s ultimate purpose is to love and serve God and their neighbor, both now and for eternity.The Bible is the infallible frame of reference by which truth is measured.Its central message depicts the creation, the fall of man, and God’s plan for
restoration of man through Jesus Christ.We view Jesus, His life, His death on the cross, and His resurrection, as the center of man’s hopes for the future.
“True education means more than the pursuit of a certain course of study, more than a preparation for life that now is.It has to do with the whole being and with the whole period of existence possible to man.It is the harmonious development of the physical, mental, and spiritual powers.It prepares the student for the joy of service in this world and for the higher joy of wider service in the world to come.”
Education, p.23
Objectives
1.To keep Christ before our students while in worship, study, at work and at play.
2.To maintain in our school a spiritual atmosphere in which prayer, worship, and doing the will of God will be, in the eyes of our students, the ideal and accepted pattern of living.
3.To lead students to make a commitment to the service of their God, their church, and their fellow man.
4.To help our students achieve a Christian philosophy of life as well as acquire the knowledge, attitude, and skills necessary for a Christian character.
5.To promote social, cultural, emotional, and physical growth.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
While the primary purpose of this school is to provide a Christian education for the children of the church, a limited number of non-S.D.A. children may be accepted.The school is not designed for or equipped for special education and is not open for students who are behind scholastically, experiencing adjustment difficulties or discipline problems in the public school.However, this school will accept all qualified students regardless of race, color, religion or national origin.
Admission Policy
A standard application form obtained from the school should be completed, signed, and presented to the teacher or school board chairperson.The MorristownS.D.A.ChurchSchool Board must approve all applicants before admission is official.All new students must present their latest report card and may be asked to take a placement test before admission is approved.A copy of the student’s birth certificate is required, and a physical examination and immunizations must be completed by new students and students entering Kindergarten, 1st, 4th, or 7th grades.
This school cannot enroll a child in Kindergarten who is not five years old, by August 15, or a first grade child that is not six years old by August 15.
“Upon every Christian parent there rests the solemn obligation of giving to his children an education that will lead them to gain knowledge of the Lord and to become partakers of the divine nature through obedience to God’s will and way.”Child Guidance, p. 304
Deadline for Accepting Students
April 1, is the deadline for enrolling transfer students to our school.After April 1, students are encouraged to make arrangements to remain in their former school or to finish the grade with special assignments from that school.Academic credit, grades, and/or transcripts will not be given unless that student has transferred to this school on or before April 1, except in combination with official progress reports from the former school.
Financial Agreement
MorristownSeventh-DayAdventistSchool
The tuition and fees of the MorristownSeventh-dayAdventistChurchSchool are charged at the following rates:
Tuition:10 Months (August-May)
Morristown SDA Church Member:$236.00 monthly
Non-SDA Church Member:$288.00 monthly
5% reduction for 2nd student’s tuition and 10% for 3 or more students’ tuition from the same family.
Registration Fee:$340.00 per student payable upon registration.You may choose to pay $170.00 at registration and the remaining $170.00 by December 31 of present school year or payments of $34.00 can be added per month to your monthly tuition bill.
Late Charge Policy:Parent’s failure to pay tuition fees promptly may cause the school to incur unanticipated cost.Therefore, if the school does not receive any payment within five (5) days after it becomes due, parent or guardian shall pay the school a late charge equal to ten percent (10%) of the overdue amount, and ten percent (10%) will be added monthly until owed amount is paid in full.The parties agree that such late charge represents a fair and reasonable estimate of the costs the school will incur by reason of such late payment.
Transfer of Grades:School records and final report cards will not be released or transferred until the student’s account has been settled or satisfactory arrangements have been made with the school board.
Tardiness Policy:Tardiness is not acceptable.A student is considered tardy if they are not in their seats at the beginning of the school day.A $25.00 re-registration fee will be added to your school bill if your child is tardy more than nine (9) times in any one grading period.
If you can meet this financial agreement, sign below.
Signed ____________________________Date _________________
ALL PAYMENTS ARE TO BE MADE TO THE TREASURER
BY THE 5TH OF EACH MONTH.
NO CASH PAYMENTS
All financial policies have been read and accepted by ___________Date ______
Financial Policies
The school board administers the financial policies of the school.It is the belief of our church that it has a responsibility, along with the parents, for the education of our youth.Each year the Morristown S.D.A. church subsidizes a major portion of the school’s expenses so that parents pay only a fraction of the actual cost of their child’s Christian education.While it is believed that every child should have the opportunity of obtaining a Christian education in our school regardless of the parent’s financial position, the school board nevertheless feels that our school should operate on a sound financial basis.The following policies have been adopted to help maintain this condition.
1.The tuition and fees of the MorristownS.D.A.ChurchSchool are charged for 10 full months, August-May.
2.All previous accounts must be settled or adequate arrangements made before a child is to be accepted.
3.The registration fee and the first month’s tuition must be paid on registration day or no later than one week prior to the beginning of school.Any exceptions must have the approval of the school board before admission will be granted.
4.There is a 5% discount for those wishing to pay the yearly tuition in full at registration time.For those wishing to pay in monthly installments, each payment is due on the first of the month; payments should be made no later than the 5th of the month.The first payment is due the day of registration.
~Any checks that bounce will incur a charge of $25.00 to the student’s account.
~Any account five days overdue will receive a notice of payment due with attached late charge fee.
~The School Board will review all accounts over 30 days late and a board member will make a personal contact.
~For accounts 20 days late, the parent or guardian will be requested to appear before the School Board or Finance Committee.
~For any account over 45 days delinquent, all classes will be suspended until payment is received.Tuition must be paid in advance of attending classes.
5.There will be a 5% reduction for the second student’s tuition from the same family and a 10% reduction for the third student’s tuition from the same family.If needed, special financial arrangements can be discussed at registration.
6.School records and final report cards will not be released or transferred until the student’s account has been settled or satisfactory arrangements have been made.
7.A signed financial statement must accompany all applications.
(See back of book.)
8.If a student has paid any money in advance and withdraws from school without school board approval (in regular session) there will be a minimum of ONE MONTH’S TUITION withheld from the refund.The school board will decide the amount to be refunded.
Any tuition adjustment must be made and approved by the School Board.
~If there is a need for tuition adjustments, the parent or guardian should make their request as soon as possible so that arrangements can be made to meet the tuition cost.Since each student must meet the full rate, a commitment will be necessary from another source to make up the difference.The other sourcecan be a friend, relative, church member, or contribution from the Worthy Student Fund.
Registration Fee
The current registration fee is $340.00.This fee includes student insurance, testing, library fees, and book fees for the year.Registration fees are not refundable and if book costs exceed the amount budgeted, or if additional testing is necessary, the school reserves the right to make additional charges.$170.00 is due at registration, and the other $170.00 is due by Dec. 31st.
All Financial Payments All school payments should be made promptly and the check written (no cash) to: Morristown S.D.A. Church School and sent to the treasurer-not given to anyone at the school.Please send payments by the 5th of each month to: Donna Tullock 4549 Witt View Dr. Morristown, TN 37814423-581-0849
Attendance
No single factor may interfere with a student’s progress more quickly than frequent tardiness or absence.One criterion of a student’s success in school is regular and punctual attendance.Frequent absences may lead to poor academic work, lack of social development, and possible academic failure.
If a student is ill or must be absent from school, the parents should call the school BEFORE 9:00 a.m.--The number to call is: 586-4198
According to state law, it is the obligation of every parent to assure that every child under his care and supervision receive adequate education and training and, if of compulsory attendance age, attends school.
The following shall be considered excused absences:
1.A student who is temporarily ill or injured or whose absence is approved by the teacher on a prearranged basis.Prearranged absences shall be approved for appointments or serious circumstances only, which cannot be taken care of outside of school hours.
2.A student who is absent for an extended period due to physical, mental, or emotional disability.
3.A student who is attending any school sponsored activity or activities of an educational nature with advance approval by their teacher.
The school may require suitable proof regarding the above exceptions, including written statements from medical sources.
An unexcused absence is defined as an absence that is not covered by one of the forgoing exceptions.Students who are suspended or expelled shall be considered unexcused.Each unexcused absence shall be entered on the student’s record.The teacher shall notify the parents or guardian of the unexcused absence either orally or in writing.
The maximum number of unexcused absences a student may incur before notification is given to the school board and proceedings are initiated to enforce compulsory attendance is 4 unexcused absences from school in any one month or 10 unexcused absences during any calendar year or school year.
Make up work will be allowed for all absences.However, work made up for unexcused absences is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure completion and grading.
It is the responsibility of the student to pick up make-up assignments on the day he returns to class.There shall be one day allowed for make up work for each day of absence.
The administrator may make exceptions to any provision of this paragraph when the parent makes the request to the school board and the school board gives their permission.
School Hours
Hours are from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday.Students are asked to arrive no more than 30 minutes prior to the beginning of school or to remain no longer than 30 minutes after school is dismissed, unless prior arrangements have been made with the teacher.
Early Dismissals
Students who are picked-up early from school must sign out in the Log Book with the time and date of their early dismissal.
Tardiness
Tardiness is not acceptable.A student is considered tardy if they are not in their seats at the beginning of the school day.A $25.00 re-registration fee will be added to your school bill if your child is tardy more than nine (9) times in any one grading period.
General Conduct:
Everyone in the school, student or staff is expected to conduct himself or herself in a manner that is courteous as well as safe and sane.Students are expected to exercise care with all school property, damage to school property will be charged to those responsible.Students will show respect at all times for God, teachers, civil law, and the rights and possessions of others.Therefore they will:
1.Walk quietly in the classrooms and dining area as well as on the sidewalks.
2.Violence or playacting of violence of all types is not permitted at any time.
When a young child is exposed to violent acts whether in real life, on TV, or at the movies, they will have a very hard time not replaying what they have experienced.Please monitor carefully what your children are exposed to.
3.Overtly aggressive or threatening actions are grounds for immediate probation.Bullying will not be tolerated at school or via use of the internet to include blogs, message boards, chat rooms, social network sites, e-mail, instant messaging (IM), or cell phones. For further information on cyberbullying visit: htt://www.ustredmicro.com/imperial/md/content/us/pdf/aboutus/globalcitizenship/internetsafetyforkidsandfamily/cyberbullying.pdf
4.All language spoken or written, pictures, and gestures must reflect Christian standards of behavior.No “mild” swear words are allowed.
5.Sexual Harassment is not tolerated.
6.Use of Tobacco products is not tolerated.No one is permitted to use any tobacco products at any time in the school building, on school grounds, or within the area surrounding the school grounds.This also applies to all school sponsored activities.
7.DRUGS AND ALCOHOL:Alcohol and other drugs are not allowed at school.Anyone possessing these items will immediately be sent to the office where parents, local law enforcement, and the school board chairperson will be notified by the principal.
8.Cheating and dishonesty of any type will subject the student to disciplinary action.
9.Students are not allowed to play in the school gym before or after school hours without supervision of school staff.
10.Bicycles, motorbikes, and motorcycles are not to be operated on the school premises except for transportation to and from school.
11.Skates, skateboards, or mini tramps are not covered by school insurance therefore they are not allowed.
12.Toys and Games:Do not bring toys or games (including electronic games) to school.
13.Boom Boxes, Radios, and Televisions: These items are not usually needed at school or at school functions and will be confiscated if brought.
14.Cell Phones:We prefer that students not have cell phones at school.If cell phones are brought to school, they must be left in the student’s locker during school hours and used only by special permission.
15.Gum: Gum chewing is not allowed, except by special permission from the teacher.
16.Eating Food:Eating snacks or other foods in any area other that the dining room or eating at any time other than the designated time is not permitted, except by special permission from the teacher.
Georgia-Cumberland Conference
Prohibited Activities that are listed as exclusions on the current insurance policy or activities requiring additional insurance coverage in order to be covered by current policy.
Private/leased Aircraft
Tackle Football
Bungee Jumping
Motorcycles, Dirt Bikes, All Terrain or Motorized Vehicles
Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Climbing Walls, Ropes Courses
Parasailing
Roller Skating, Roller Blading, Skate Boarding
Hay Rides*
Trampoline, Teeter Boards, Springboards, Mini-Tramp, Reuther board, or any
other rebounding device*
Fireworks
Firearms
Snow Skiing
*Special coverage can be purchased by individual church or school in advance of event.
DRESS POLICIES
Our dress policy is based on the Christian principle that “By the things of nature, Christ illustrated the beauty that heaven values, the modest grace, the simplicity, the purity, the appropriateness that would make our attire pleasing to Him.”Ministry of Healing, pg. 289.
Grooming:
In an effort to be Christ-like in dress each person will be neat and clean.The hair and nails should be well groomed and natural-looking.Extremes in dress, makeup and hairstyles that detract from the academic or Christian atmosphere are not permitted.All clothing should be clean and free of holes or rips.Clothing should fit in such a way that all movement is unrestricted whether standing or sitting.Each garment is to be well fitted to the size of the person, not too tight, nor too baggy.Clothing should allow students to actively participate in all classes (including PE) comfortably and modestly. No visible tattoos, permanent or temporary.
Graphics:
All pictures or writing on clothing, hats, backpacks, lunch boxes, or shoes should not encourage violence in any way, or depict TV characters that portray violence as a way of life.Avoid anything that would promote any group that is anti-Christian.
Shoes:
All shoes should fit well, and protect the feet. No shoes that make noise. No shoes that sing or play music. No wheelie shoes. All sandals should have a heel strap.
Jewelry:
Unnecessary jewelry of any type is not permitted, including but not limited to, earrings, bracelets (including friendship bracelets), necklaces, chains and all rings except wedding bands.
Shirts or blouses:
Must have sleeves that are long enough to cover the underarm area.The garment must be long enough to keep the stomach and back covered when the arms are raised.All necklines are to be modest, not exposing the chest or back.
Dresses and skirts:
The top of the dress is to meet the guidelines for shirts or blouses.The length of all garments must allow for sitting and being active without exposing the upper leg.The shortest length should be the top of the knee, the longest the top of the foot.
Pants, slacks, leggings:
These garments should be loose enough to avoid suggestiveness, but not so baggy that the crotch area is misplaced.
Walking shorts:
Because of the active nature of our Physical
Education classes we allow both boys and girls to change into walking shorts for PE only.We request that you come prepared to take an active part in class by wearing proper shoes and clothes.If girls wear a dress to school they may have long shorts underneath.
Miscellaneous Policies
Change in Drivers:
If someone other than the regular driver is to pick up your child after school, notify the teacher ahead of time
Fire Drills:
Fire Drills will be conducted periodically throughout the year.Everyone will move in an orderly and silent manner to points directed by their teachers where roll will be taken.If the fire alarm rings when students are in the hallways or gym, they should leave by the nearest exit.If a student pulls the fire alarm, the school board will be notified.
Homework:
It is the student’s responsibility to complete all homework assignments.If the student stays on a task they will usually finish all the required work for the day before the school day is finished.If they do not complete all their work, it becomes homework and is due the next morning.The teacher will notify parents when failure to turn in work becomes a problem.A conference will be held with the teachers, parent, student and school board chairperson if this continues.
Field Trips:
Field trips are a part of student’s educational curriculum and the parents are urged to encourage their child to participate in these activities.Students will receive an unexcused absence if they do not attend.Notice of and approvals for attendance on field trips will be sent to the parents in advance of the activity.These should be signed and returned immediately.
Extra curricular out reach activities off campus such as singing for church or churches, bell choir or other performance are considered as field trips and will be properly chaperoned.
Personal Property:
Neither the school nor any staff member will be responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen personal property.
Firearms Policy:
NOTICE…STATE LAW PRESCRIBES A MAXIMUM PENALTY OF SIX (6) YEARS IMPRISONMENT AND A FINE NOT TO EXCEED THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($3,000) FOR CARRYING WEAPONS ON SCHOOL PROPERTY
Achievement Testing Policy:
In harmony with Southern Union Conference policies and the Board of Education of the Georgia-Cumberland Conference, ITBS-TAP achievement tests are to be administered each spring in grades 4, 6 and 8.CogAT mental ability tests are administered in grade 6.
Allergies/asthma:
If your child has any known allergies:
~please notify the school in writing, of potential allergens so it can be added to your child’s records.
~work with the teacher to develop a plan to minimize potential exposure.
~write specific guidelines for school faculty to follow should an allergic reaction occur.
~provide any medication that may be administered by school faculty in the event of an allergic reaction.
~train the student how to avoid potential exposure to allergens and what to do should an allergic reaction occur.
School Telephone:
The school telephone is provided for school and church business only.It is not to be used by the students except in case of an emergency or with the teacher’s permission.Parents should avoid calling their children during school hours.When calls are necessary they should be made before or after school hours.
Reserved Rights:
The administration and board reserve the right to formulate and implement policies, rules and regulations throughout the course of the year in order to assure the safe and efficient operation of the school.Those policies will be in equal force with the written regulations.
Release of Grades:
Grades will be released to the custodial parent or parents unless previous arrangements have been made.
School Lunches:
This school does not have the equipment to provide hot lunches for the children.The students are to bring a sack lunch each day.There is a refrigerator and microwave ovens that the students are welcome to use.The school must maintain high principles of good health in order to train its students physically, mentally and spiritually.A vegetarian diet is highly recommended.Meat in the diet is discouraged.Biblically mentioned unclean meats such as pork are prohibited.Fruit juice and milk are recommended.We discourage a lot of sugar in a student’s diet, as it can distract from their attention span.Caffeinated drinks are prohibited.Students must remain under the supervision of the teacher and eat in the designated area with their class.Sharing and trading of food will not be permitted.
Visiting the School:
Parents and guests are welcome and urged to visit the school.Please arrange with the teacher at least a day in advance of your visit.It should be remembered that the teacher’s responsibility during school hours is to the students and all appointments will be made with this in mind.All visitors entering the school after the doors are locked in the morning must sign in on the Visitor’s Log Book.
Home and School Association:
All families are encouraged to attend Home and School functions, which will be announced well in advance.It is important that the home and the school work together for the education of the youth.Meetings will be held on the third weekend of the month.
Inclement Weather:
School will be held unless notified by e-mail by 7:30 a.m. If you wish to receive a phone call instead of an e-mail, please let your child’s teacher know.All parents are responsible for taking their children home if school is canceled during the day.Because our school days are 7 hours long, we have 13 days that we can use for inclement weather before we have to make up days.
RESPONSIBLILTIES OF PARENTS AND STUDENTS
Every moment is precious in the economy of teaching, especially with the multi-grade program.In the interest of giving your student the necessary time and attention, we must ask you to avoid interruptions to the classroom environment by routing all request through the office; e.g.;
1.Visiting with the teachers during school hours.
2.Calling student for non-emergencies.
3.Bringing lunches or assignments after school has begun.
The student is to show due respect for the Word of God and maintain a reverent attitude during religious exercises.He is also to practice acceptable principles of Christian morals, ethics, fair play, and courtesy in all school relationships.He will abstain from rough and uncouth behavior, and refrain from any act that injures, degrades, or disgraces anyone or anything.
Expenses for replacement or repair of school or student properties (books, desks, chairs, equipment, etc…) which are lost or abused will be charged to the offending student’s account.
Students are not to bring gum, playing cards, novels, toys, radio/CD/tape players, electronic games, matches, lighters or explosive materials to school.Students are not allowed to buy or trade personal property on school grounds.The teacher’s discretion will determine what is deemed appropriate to bring to school.
The student will cooperate with and abide by all rules of school personnel.Disobedience, disrespect, disorderly conduct and disturbing others are unacceptable behaviors.
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things” Philippians 4:8.
In harmony with this scriptural admonition, all students and parents will maintain a helpful, positive attitude and avoid harmful criticism, thereby exhibiting Christian cooperation.Compliance with this principle is necessary for the student’s continued enrollment.
HABITUALLY DISRUPTIVE STUDENTS:
Students who cause a disruption in the classroom, on school grounds, or at any school event for a third time during any one school year shall be required to participate in an individual remedial discipline plan.No student shall be declared habitually disruptive prior to the development and implementation of remedial discipline plan.
Students who through willful and overt behavior cause a disruption in the classroom, on school grounds, or at school activities/events more than five times during the school year, whose behavior requires the attention of school personnel to deal with the disruption and who violate their individual remedial discipline plans shall be declared habitually disruptive students.Expulsion will be mandatory for habitually disruptive students.
SUSPENSION:
A suspension is a disciplinary action taken by the school officials, which temporarily prohibits a student from attending regular classes and other events.The length of the suspension will normally vary from one day to five days depending on the offense.When a pupil is suspended, he/she will be suspended to his/her home by a school authority.The full purpose of suspension can only be effective if the parents can take the suspension as a serious matter.Students under suspension will not be allowed on the school grounds or in the building during the time of suspension.Students will not be allowed to participate in school activities during the period of the suspension.If a student receives a suspension the last week of school, he/she will begin the next school year with this suspension on their file; also 24 hours of service will be required to the school.These hours of service will be completed before the student is allowed to start school in the fall.Eighth grade students will have their diplomas withheld until free labor is completed.
DISCIPLINARY ACTION
Level 1:Includes but not limited to public displays of affection, use of profanity, classroom misconduct, hall violations, play fighting, violation of dress
code.
RECOMMENDED DISCIPLINE ACTION, but not limited to: verbal
and written reprimand, assignments to free labor, running laps in
the gym, shadowing by parent.
Level 2:Includes but not limited to the SECOND Level 1 violation; verified use
oftobacco, harassment, insubordination, fighting, physical or verbal
assault on another student, willful damage or destruction of school
or another persons property, illegal trespassing on school property,
defiance of proper authority, truancy.
RECOMMENDED DISCIPLINE ACTION, but not limited to;
assignment to free labor to be performed outside school hours
and be supervised by the student’s parent.Suspension for up to
five days and paying for the repair or replacement of any damaged
property.
Level 3:Includes but not limited to the SECOND Level 2 violation,
verified theft, violation of city or state law, use, sale or
possession of alcohol or drug substances, verbal or physical
assault on a staff member.
RECOMMENDED DISCIPLINE ACTION, but not limited to;
5 day suspension and/or an expulsion conference with the
school board.
EXPULSION:
Expulsion is a disciplinary action taken by the school board, which prohibits a student from attending classes and any school activities for the remainder of the school year or up to 12 months at the discretion of the school board.
SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION:
Grounds for suspension or expulsion from this school:
1.Continued willful disobedience or open and persistent defiance of proper
authority.
2.Willful destruction or defacing of school property.
3.Behavior which is detrimental to the welfare, safety or morals of other pupils
or of school personnel.
4.Serious violations in the school building or on school property including
but not limited to the possession of a deadly weapon, explosives of any type
or knives, the use/sale of a drug or controlled substance ortobacco, or the
commission of an act which when committed by an adult would be
robbery, will result in mandatory suspension or expulsion.
5.Failure to comply with state immunization requirements.Any suspension, or
expulsion or denial of admission of such failure to comply shall not be
recorded as a disciplinary action, but may be recorded with the student’s
immunization record with an appropriate explanation.
Gambling of any type.
SEXUAL DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT:
Sexual harassment is recognized as a form of sex discrimination and thus a violation of the laws, which prohibit sex discrimination.A learning and working environment that is free from sexual harassment shall be maintained.It shall be a violation of policy for any member of the staff to harass another staff member or students, or for students to harass other students or staff through conduct or communications of a sexual nature.
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favor, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature may constitute sexual harassment when:
1.Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly as a
condition of a person’s employment or educational development.
2.Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the
basis for employment or educational decisions affecting such individual.
3.Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with
an individual’s work or educational performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working or educational environment.
Student and staff may file a formal grievance of sexual harassment through use of the school grievance procedure. (See Grievance Protocol at the end of the book.)
All matters involving sexual harassment complaints shall remain confidential to the extent possible.Filing of a grievance or otherwise reporting sexual harassment shall not reflect upon the individual’s status or affect future employment, work assignment or grades.
ADMINISTERING MEDICINES TO STUDENTS:
1.Written orders (the required form is available from the head teacher) from the student’s physician must be on file in the school stating:
Student’s name
Name of drug
Dosage
Purpose of the medication
Time of day medication is to be given
Anticipated number of days it needs to be given in school
Possible side effects
2.The medication must be brought to school in a container appropriately labeled by the pharmacy or physician.
3.An individual record will be kept of such prescription medication administered by school personnel.
4.Medication will be stored in a clean, locked cabinet drawer.Any exceptions (asthma inhalers, etc…) to this provision must be specifically stated by the physician on the written form.
UNLESS THESE REQUIREMENTS CAN BE MET, MEDICATIONS WILL NOT BE ADMINISTERED AT SCHOOL.
When you send any cough drops or non-prescription drug for the child to take on their own, you must send a note that is dated and signed stating that you allow the child to take this drug and the dates and times it is permissible for them to take it.
STUDENT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
No student will be denied an education solely by reason of a communicable disease, and his educational program will be restricted only to the extent necessary to minimize the risk of transmitting the disease.
Parents or guardians of infected students will inform appropriate school officials of the infection so that proper precautions for the protection of other students, employees, and the infected student will be taken.
No student with a communicable disease that endangers his own health or the health of other individuals will enter or remain in the regular school setting.If a school principal has reason to believe a student has a communicable disease that may endanger the health of either the student or other individuals in the regular school setting, the principle will:
1.Assign the student to a setting which will protect other students, employees, and the student himself; or
2.Exclude the student from school until the parent obtains certification from a physician or the county health department that the student is no longer a danger to other individuals.
If the principal has reason to believe that the student has a long-term communicable disease, the principal must require confirmation from a physician or the county health department as to the student’s condition.If the student is confirmed to have a long-term communicable disease, the principal will refer the student for special education services.
The names of all students excluded from school under this policy will be forwarded to the office of the superintendent of schools.
POLICY FOR DEALING WITH HEAD LICE (PEDICULOSIS)
1.Initial head checks of all students will be completed within the first week of school each year.During head lice outbreaks, all students will be checked at least once weekly on a specified day of the week.Thereafter, head checks will be done after long weekends and holiday breaks.The principal/designee will ensure that students who were absent the day of a head check are screened immediately upon their return to school.
2.Any student found to have head lice or nits will be immediately sent home by the principal/designee.
3.If a parent of designated emergency contact cannot be located, the principal/designee must ensure that the student is isolated from the general school population so as not to pose a threat of infestation to other students and staff.
4.Written information about the treatment methods of head lice (compiled by the school health staff) will be provided to parents, including a list of recommended products.
5.No more than two days absence from school will be excused for the purpose of treating head lice.(In the event a special education student has returned to school and still is not lice and/or nit free within three school days, the principal will call an IEP-Team meeting, to be held within two days, to decide how to address the head lice problems for that particular student.)
6.After treatment, a parent or responsible adult is requested to accompany the student to the school office, it will be determined by the school health staff or the principal/designee whether the student is sufficiently free of lice and nits to be readmitted to school.
7.When volunteers are utilized to assist in the control or screening of head lice, they must work under the supervision of the school health staff or the principle/designee.
Amended 6/24/04
Field Trip Form
I understand that the children will occasionally be taking field trips as part of their school curriculum.I know that I will be informed of all trips before they are taken.I understand that I am expected to give permission for any field trip that has school board approval, with the understanding that I will be sent a dated permission slip for each trip that will be taken.
Signed_______________________________
Date________________________________
Booster Seat Law
Children age four (4) through age eight (8), and measuring less than four feet nine inches (4’9”) in height, must be secured in a belt-positioning booster seat system, meeting federal motor vehicle safety standards in the rear seat, if available, or according to the child safety restraint system or vehicle manufacturer’s instructions. (Note: If the child is not between age four (4) and age eight (8), but less than four feet nine inches (4’9”) in height, he/she must still use a seat belt system meeting federal motor vehicle safety standards.)
Grievance Protocol
For Dealing with Parent* Complaints/Concerns
Georgia-Cumberland Conference
Office of Education
The Conference K-12 Board of Education has voted the following grievance procedure for adoption and use in all schools.The procedure is mindful of due process and founded on the Biblical principles of Matthew 18.Any questions regarding the fundamental philosophy and/or procedures prescribed should be directed to the Office of Education.
Parent*/Teacher Complaint Procedure:
1.**Complainant is to meet with the teacher alone or as a family to deal with the issue/complaint.Under no circumstances is the issue/complaint to be discussed with any other party.
2.If the complaint remains unresolved after Step 1, the unresolved complaint is to be taken to the school principal/head teacher for the purpose of securing assistance in finding resolution.**A meeting among the three parties (principal, complainant, and teacher) is to be held with the principal chairing the meeting.The principal is to keep minutes of the meeting including all relevant issues and/or agreements discussed.The minutes are to be reviewed by all parties prior to the completion of the meeting.Should the grievance involve the school principal, the school board chairman would serve as facilitator and keep minutes.Should the principal be involved, the Office of Education is to be notified.
3.At each instance in which a complaint is registered, the teacher should have the right to address the complaint directly.If the complaint remains unresolved then the complaint will be referred to the Executive Committee of the School Board.At this point the Office of Education is to be directly involved.
4.If, after the aforementioned steps prove unsuccessful, and the complaint remains unresolved, a final appeal of the issue can be made to the School Board.In order to insure fairness the teacher is to be present at this meeting.A representative from the Office of Education will be invited by the school board chairman to participate in the discussion of the issues.Should the complainant be a member of the school board, s/he will remove themselves from the decision-making process relative to the issue at hand.A final resolution to the complaint will be acted upon at this level.All parties are to be officially notified, in writing, of the school board’s decision.
*or other individual
**all meetings with the teacher(s) and/or principal must be by appointment
