Pilot Grove C-4 School District Student Handbook 2020-2021

PILOT GROVE C-4 SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENT HANDBOOK 2020-2021

107 SCHOOL STREET PILOT GROVE, MO 65276 PHONE: 660-834-4415 FAX: 660-834-4401 http://www.pilotgrove.k12.mo.us

TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME 2 Backpacks 17 Mascot 2 Virtual School 17 Colors 2 Cell Phones 18 School Fight Song 2 Dress Code 18 School Cancellation & Early Dismissal 2 School Search Policy 18 A+ School Participation 2 STUDENT SERVICES 19 ACADEMICS Insurance – Athletic 19 Grading Scale & Academic Recognition 3 Lockers 19 Grade Point Averages 3 Lunches 19 Academic Recognition 3 Mandatory Study Hall 20 Weighted Courses 4 Motor Vehicles 20 Graduation Recognition 4 Prescription Medication 20 Class Status 4 School Organizations 20 Interscholastic Activities & Athletics 4 Sports Physicals 21 Eligibility Determination 4 Technology 21 Grade Check Dates 5 Textbooks 21 Dropping/Adding Classes 6 Transportation 21

School Counselor 6 Bus Transportation 21 ATTENDANCE 6 Food and Drinks at School 21 Parent/Guardian Responsibility 7 Food Deliveries 22 College/University Absences 7 Visitors to the building 22 School Sponsored Events 7 Vo-Tech 22 Illness at School 8 Emergency Drills 22 Bell Schedule 8 Non-Discrimination 23

DISCIPLINE/STUDENT CONDUCT 8-18 CODE OF CONDUCT (for activities) 23-26

Detentions 9 COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY USAGE 27-30

Bullying Policy JFCF 10-13 Bullying Report Form 14

PILOT GROVE C-4 SCHOOL DISTRICT Welcome to Pilot Grove C-4 School District. Our School is a learning community rooted in academic excellence and long-standing traditions. From your first day of classes, Pilot Grove Faculty and Staff will support and encourage you in your success, both in and out of the classroom. Students are expected to read and understand the information contained in the Student Handbook. Don’t hesitate to ask should you have any questions. We look forward to working with you!

MASCOT: TIGER COLORS: PURPLE & GOLD

Central Office: 660-834-6915 Junior High School: 660-834-4415 Central Office Fax: 660-834-6925 High School: 660-834-4415 Elementary: 660-834-4115 High School Fax: 660-834-4401

SCHOOL FIGHT SONG

Hail to dear Pilot Grove We’ll give a cheer for dear Pilot Grove Cheer her on her way Long may she reign and rule Onward to victory Shout ‘til the rafters ring May she win again today For the glory of our school.

SCHOOL CANCELLATION AND EARLY DISMISSAL The Superintendent of Schools has the authority to close school because of extreme weather or other emergency conditions for the length of time the emergency exists. The local news media will be notified as soon as the decision is made. Notification will be announced on the following:

KOMU-TV, Channel 8 Columbia KWRT, 1370 AM Boonville KFMZ, 98 FM Columbia KCLR, 99.3 FM Columbia KMMO, 102.9 FM Marshall KOQL, 106.1 FM Columbia KMIZ-TV, Channel 17 Columbia

If weather conditions become extremely hazardous during the school day, school may be dismissed early. It is important that students and parents discuss this possibility and make necessary arrangements in advance. It is also recommended that students and parents register their cell phone number and/or email address with our emergency notification system, Tiger Alerts. Enrollment is optional and is available by visiting our web page and following the Tiger Alert link. Check your wireless provider for any message and data rates that may apply.

A+ SCHOOL PARTICIPATION For a student to enroll in the A+ Schools Program with Pilot Grove C-4 Schools, the student must complete an enrollment form into the A+ program by the end of their sophomore year. Transfer students will be handled on an individual basis.

ACADEMICS

GRADING SCALES AND ACADEMIC RECOGNITION

Pilot Grove C-4 School uses an eleven-point letter scale as part of the official grading system. Assigned point values are as follows: 95% – 100% = A = 4.00000 points 90% – 94%= A- = 3.66667 points 87% – 89% = B+ = 3.33333 points 83% – 86% = B = 3.00000 points 80% – 82% = B- = 2.66667 points 77% – 79% = C+ = 2.33333 points 73% – 76% = C = 2.00000 points 70% – 72% = C- = 1.66667 points 67% – 69% = D+ = 1.33333 points 63% – 66% = D = 1.00000 points 60% – 62% = D- = 0.66667 points 0% – 59% = F = 0 points

Junior High Math and Science and High School Math Courses may use a Standards-based grading scale. Assigned point values are as follows:

What you see in portal Letter grade Traditional Percentage Standards-based scale 93.8 - 100 A 95 – 100 3.75 – 4.00 87.5 – 93.7 A- 90 – 94 3.50 – 3.74 81.3 – 87.4 B+ 87 – 89 3.25 – 3.49 75.0 – 81.2 B 83 – 86 3.00 – 3.24 68.8 – 74.9 B- 80 – 82 2.75 – 2.99 62.5 – 68.7 C+ 77 – 79 2.50 – 2.74 50.0 – 62.4 C 73 – 76 2.25 – 2.49 43.8 – 49.9 C- 70 – 72 2.00 – 2.24 37.5 – 43.7 D+ 67 – 69 1.83 – 1.99 31.3 – 37.4 D 63 – 66 1.66 – 1.82 25.0 – 31.2 D- 60 – 62 1.50 – 1.65 0 – 24.9 F 0 – 59 0.00 – 1.49

UNIT OF CREDIT A student earns 1/2 Carnegie unit of credit for each subject passed during a semester (pass seven (7) subjects during a semester and receive 3 ½ units of credit). A student must earn 24 units of credit to participate in graduation. Exceptions to this policy may be made with School Board approval.

HONOR ROLL “A” Honor Roll – 3.66667 and above “B” Honor Roll – 3.00000 to 3.66666

High school students maintaining a grade point average of 3.0 or above for the first three quarters of the school year will receive an Academic Letter Award.

WEIGHTED COURSES The following weighting scale will be applied to the grades received in classes identified below (based off the 4.0 grading scale): A=5, B=4, C=2

Courses which are weighted include, but may not be limited to: Algebra II, Anatomy, Chemistry I & II, College Prep English, College Algebra, Statistics, Trigonometry or Any Dual Credit Class

GRADUATION RECOGNITION As a non-ranking school, graduation honors will include the awarding of Summa Cum Laude (GPA 4.000 and above), Magna Cum Laude (GPA 3.8500-3.9999), and Cum Laude (GPA 3.5000-3.8499). The cum laude system was adopted to encourage students to pursue a rigorous academic program, recognizes all students achieving at high levels and exceeds the minimum standards outlined for graduation.

CLASS STATUS Class status will be determined prior to the beginning of each school year. Any changes to class status may be made by the school administration. Freshman – first year enrolled in high school; Sophomore – second year enrolled in high school; Junior – third year enrolled in high school; Senior – must have a minimum of 17 units of credit. Junior High School students must successfully complete 5 out of 8 semester units of core solids (English, math, science, or history). Academic performance in electives will be considered if retention of the student is considered. The decision to retain will be made by the administration with input from the counselor and junior high school teachers.

INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETICS Students may participate in interscholastic athletics, music, speech, and other contests or events approved by the administration. Any such event must be directed or guided by professional school personnel. 1. No student shall participate in an athletic practice or contest without filing a doctor's certificate of good health and parent/guardian permission. 2. In accordance with MSHSAA regulations, a student must pass at least 3.0 units of credit during the semester to participate in any extracurricular activity for the following semester. An incoming freshman who has failed more than one course the previous semester is ineligible to participate for the first semester. 3. Students displaying unacceptable citizenship behaviors may be suspended from participation.

ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION Students receiving an F will be considered ineligible and follow these guidelines (Dual-credit ITV courses see below*): ● Students on the ineligibility list will not be allowed to participate in any school extracurricular activities that would remove the student from class. ● If the trip is part of the class grade for a co-curricular class, a student on the ineligibility list will be permitted to participate in the activity. ● If the trip is part of a co-curricular class, but will not be used as a grade for the class, a student on the ineligibility list will not participate in the trip. ● Ineligible students may practice with teams/activities, but may not represent the team/organization in an official capacity until proof of passing at the next grading period. ● Any exceptions will require administrative approval.

FIRST OFFENSE on the F list = After grade checks, a student earning an F will be ineligible to participate in extracurricular activities, but will have a grace period to raise the grade to passing. If a student can provide proof they are passing after the official grade check to the Athletic Director or Administration, eligibility will be reinstated. Documentation must be provided from the classroom teacher. If a student does not show proof of a passing grade, they will remain on the ineligibility list until the next official grade check. SECOND OFFENSE on the F list = A student will be placed on the ineligibility list for the minimum two-week period if they have a second offense of earning a non-passing grade. Following that two-week period, student grades will be re-evaluated to determine eligibility. If a student shows proof of passing at the next official grade check, eligibility will be reinstated. THIRD OFFENSE on the F list = Student will remain ineligible until the official mid-term or quarter grade check.

Semester grades of an F will make the student ineligible for a two week period. If the semester grade earned is a student’s third F, the student will remain ineligible until the official mid-term grade check. Note: Grade totals are cumulative (one “F” earned will carry over into the next semester) .

*DUAL CREDIT ITV COURSE – Dual-credit ITV courses will NOT be counted toward a student’s extracurricular eligibility unless the student has a failing grade in the course at the end of a semester. ITV courses that are not Dual-credit and any Dual-credit courses taught by Pilot Grove personnel WILL be counted towards extracurricular eligibility.

GRADE CHECK DATES:

Friday, September 18 Friday, October 2 Friday, October 16 Friday, October 30 Friday, November 13 Friday, December 4 Friday, December 18 Friday, January 15 Friday, January 29 Friday, February 12 Friday, February 26 Friday, March 12 Friday, March 26 Friday, April 9 Friday, April 23

Friday, May 7

In an effort to maximize student success, teachers offer academic support at specific times listed on the Academic Support handout. Times vary due to teacher involvement in activities. You are encouraged to contact classroom teachers via phone or email should you have any questions. 5

DROPPING/ADDING CLASSES With parental, instructor and administrative approval, high school students may drop/add a course during the first three days of the semester. Juniors and Seniors may add/drop ITV courses during the first three official ITV class periods. Online courses cannot be dropped beyond the three day add/drop period. See the school counselor for the add/drop form. SCHOOL COUNSELOR A school counselor is available for consultation at various times throughout the week. The counselor can provide the student with educational and vocational guidance as well as assist with any problems or questions concerning the student's well-being. The counselor has information concerning college entrance requirements as well as information that would assist you in selecting, preparing for, and entering an occupation. Do not stress Mrs. Baer out!

ATTENDANCE School attendance is an important part of each student’s high school record. Regular attendance is the responsibility of each individual student and his/her parents or guardian. Since attendance is a part of the permanent record, it is very important that each student be in school every day. Missouri law currently requires that students be in attendance during the school year; therefore, the Pilot Grove C-4 Schools shall require that all students attend school days as scheduled on the official school calendar. The school will not differentiate between excused or unexcused absences; however, when absent, the following conditions shall be considered: 1. Dental or Medical Appointments: Please attempt to schedule appointments for after school hours. If this is not possible, students must notify the school before the absence and homework turned in prior to the absence. 2. Funeral of relatives: Students must notify school to prearrange the absence. 3. If it is necessary for a student to be hospitalized or out-of-school for an extended period of time due to illness, contact with school administration must be made to make arrangements to complete necessary course work. 4. Students will not receive credit with more than eight (8) absences per semester. Students missing a single class or classes in excess of eight (8) days will not be awarded credit for that class or classes. PLEASE SEE BELOW **

*Students are expected to take tests and submit homework upon returning to school from an absence. Upon returning to school from an absence, students are not expected to take tests and submit homework that was assigned during an absence. In this situation, students will be allowed one day to make up work for each day of absence. For example, if a student is absent two days, they will be allowed two days to make up the work that was missed. Students who are suspended may make up work if requested by the student during the suspension. Any work requested after the suspension will not be given credit. The student is responsible for picking up missed assignments from the instructor.

**In order to receive credit for a class, a student must maintain a passing grade as determined by the teacher AND not miss more than 8 class periods in any one semester (school sponsored activities are an exception). Students who have absences in excess of eight (8) periods in any individual class will not be awarded credit for that course. On the 9th day of absence in any class period in any one semester, the student will be required to make up the hours missed to earn credit for those classes. The administration and the student will develop a plan to gain back instructional time outside of the regular school day including, but not limited to, after school detention and Saturday detention. To receive credit, make up hours must be completed before

the end of the semester in which the overage occurs. As outlined in Board Policy IKFB, seniors who do not fulfill graduation requirements:

1. Will not participate in the graduation ceremony. 2. Will begin credit recovery after the last day of the school year. 3. Must complete all necessary credit recovery work within 10 business days following the last day of school. 4. Will receive their diploma upon completion of deficit credits.

The district will contact the Children’s Division of Family Services or the local prosecutor in cases where the District has a reasonable suspicion that a student’s lack of attendance constitutes educational neglect on the part of the parents/guardians, or that parents/guardians are in violation of the compulsory attendance law. No such action will be taken unless other strategies and interventions have been implemented and proven effective. Note: Students absent due to extenuating circumstances have two levels of appeal to be awarded credit. The first level will be to the Attendance Review Committee and the second level of appeal will be to the Board of Education. It is the responsibility of the student and/or parent to provide documentation of the extenuating circumstances that led to the absences.

Parent/Guardian Responsibility in Case of Absence When a student is absent from school with parent/guardian permission, it will be necessary for the parent/guardian to call the school office by 8:30 a.m. Our voice mail is a convenient way to contact the school and leave a message whenever a student will be absent from school. You may also directly email the secondary secretary or principal.

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY ABSENCES Students have one day their junior year and two days their senior year to visit a college/university campus. When visiting a college or university, the College Visitation form must be completed and returned to the High School office for the absence to be considered excused. This form is available from the School Counselor.

SCHOOL SPONSORED EVENTS 1. Any high school/middle school student who wishes to participate in or attend a school-sponsored activity conducted after the regular school hours must have been in attendance at least four periods during the day of the event and must have received an excused absence from the principal for any periods missed. 2. Any high school/middle school student who participates in or attends a school-sponsored activity during the regular school hours must be in attendance at least four periods during the previous day of the event and receive an excused absence from the principal for any periods missed. 3. Friday attendance is necessary for weekend activities. Exceptions to the above requirements (1, 2, and 3) may be granted in special cases, including, but not limited to, the following specific situations: a. The funeral of a family member within the four degrees of relation as set by Board policy. b. One approved college visit the student’s junior year and two approved college visits the student’s senior year. The college visits must be pre-approved through the high school office and must include all of the appropriate paperwork.

c. Students who miss school on Friday because of illness may participate in Saturday or Monday events if the student provides paperwork from a doctor that the student has been seen and cleared for participation. 4. If a student misses class on the date of a contest without being excused by the principal, he/she shall not be considered eligible on that date and could not be certified eligible again until the student attends a full day of classes without an unexcused absence (MSHSAA By-Law 212.0). 5. Once a student leaves the activity, he/she will not be able to return. 6. Events in which students participate or attend during school hours, or as representatives of the school, but at places outside of the school, must be sponsored and supervised by professional school personnel. Rules of behavior shall be the same as any in-school activity or event. 7. All students must ride to school-sponsored activities in transportation designated by the school unless pre-approved by the school administration. Exceptions to this may include, but are not limited to, the funeral of a family member within the four degrees of relation as set by Board policy, any school-sponsored activity, or a doctor’s visit. 8. Parents must sign a release form with the coach, sponsor, or teacher before leaving with the student from a school-sponsored event. For special circumstances, a note or personal parental contact must be made with the administration.

ILLNESS AT SCHOOL If a student becomes ill while at school, he/she should report to the classroom teacher, then to the nurse's office. If a student is too ill to remain in school, the staff will try to notify parent(s) or other designated relatives to ensure that someone will be at the home or is able to pick up the student at school. Students should not be sent to school if he/she has vomited within the last 24 hours, or has had a fever within the last 24 hours with or without medication.

BELL SCHEDULE 8:02 am Release Bell 8:07 - 9:02 1st Hour 9:06 - 9:56 2nd Hour 10:00 - 10:50 3rd Hour 10:50 - 11:14 FIRST Lunch shift (MS Lunch) 10:54 - 11:44 4th Hour 11:44 - 12:08 SECOND Lunch shift (HS Lunch) 12:12 - 1:02 5th Hour 1:06 - 1:56 6th Hour 2:00 - 2:50 7th Hour 2:54 - 3:10 8th Hour (Study Hall/Advisory) 3:15 pm Academic Support

STUDENT DISCIPLINE

The Student Discipline Policy is designed to foster student responsibility, respect for others, and to provide for the orderly operation of district schools. No code can be expected to list each and every offense that may result in disciplinary action; however, it is the purpose of this code to list certain offenses which, if committed by a student, will result in the imposition of a certain disciplinary action. Any conduct not included herein, any aggravated circumstance of any offense, or any action involving a combination of offenses may result in disciplinary 8

consequences that extend beyond this code of conduct as determined by the principal, superintendent and/or Board of Education. In extraordinary circumstances where the minimum consequence is judged by the superintendent or designee to be manifestly unfair or not in the interest of the district, the superintendent or designee may reduce the consequences listed in this policy, as allowed by law. This code includes, but is not necessarily limited to, acts of students on district property, including playgrounds, parking lots and district transportation, or at a district activity, whether on or off district property. The district may also discipline students for off-campus conduct that negatively impacts the educational environment, to the extent allowed by law. Transportation to and from any assigned detention is the responsibility of the student and parents/guardians.

DEFINITIONS: After-School Detention (ASD) is served at the end of the school day (3:15 – 4:00). Saturday-School Detention (SSD) will take place from 8:30 AM to 12:00 Noon. The building will be open at 8:15 AM. Students are to enter the school through the Commons doors. In-School Suspension (ISS) The student is isolated from other students at school but is permitted to do his/her homework and take tests. Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) The student is not permitted to attend school or school events and may only make up projects and tests during the suspension.

DETENTIONS OFFENSES include, but are not limited to: 1. Tardy to class for the third time. 2. Classroom misbehavior. 3. Disrespectful behavior towards a teacher or another student. 4. Failure to be in an assigned area. 5. Disturbing another instructor's class. 6. Obscene language or gestures. 7. Throwing projectiles. 8. Leaving the school grounds without permission. 9. Walking out of the classroom or study hall without permission.

● Parents or guardians will be notified of detentions. ● The detention is to be served within the timeframe as determined by the building administrator. STUDENT CONDUCT The following are descriptions of prohibited conduct as well as potential consequences for violations. Building-level administrators are authorized to more narrowly tailor potential consequences as appropriate for the age level of students in the building. All consequences must be within the ranges established in this regulation. In addition to the consequences specified here, school officials will notify law enforcement and document violations in the student’s discipline file pursuant to law and Board policy.

Academic Dishonesty: Cheating on tests, assignments, projects or similar activities; plagiarism; claiming credit for another person’s work; fabrication of facts, sources or other supporting material; unauthorized collaboration; facilitating academic dishonesty; and other misconduct related to academics. First Offense: No credit for the work, grade reduction, or replacement assignment.

Second Offense: No credit for the work, grade reduction, course failure, or removal from extracurricular activities. Arson: Starting or attempting to start a fire, or causing or attempting to cause an explosion. First Offense: Detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Restitution if appropriate. Second Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion. Restitution if appropriate. Assault: 1) Hitting, striking and/or attempting to cause injury to another person; placing a person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury; physically injuring another person. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Second Offense: ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. 2) Attempting to kill or cause serious physical injury to another; killing or causing serious physical injury to another. First Offense: Expulsion. Automobile/Vehicle Misuse: Uncourteous or unsafe driving on or around district property, unregistered parking, failure to move vehicle at the request of school officials, failure to follow the directions given by school officials or failure to follow established rules for parking or driving on district property. First Offense: Suspension or revocation of parking privileges, detention, or ISS. Second Offense: Revocation of parking privileges, detention, ISS or 1-10 days OSS. Bullying and Cyber-bullying (Board policy JFCF included in this handbook): Intimidation or harassment of a student or multiple students perpetuated by individuals or groups. Bullying includes, but is not limited to: physical actions, including violence, gestures, theft, or damaging property; oral or written taunts, including name-calling, put-downs, extortion, or threats; threats of retaliation for reporting such acts; sending or posting harmful or cruel text or images using the Internet for other digital communication devices; sending or posting materials that threaten or raise concerns about violence against others, suicide or self-harm. Students will not be disciplined for speech in situations where the speech is protected by law. First Offense: Detention, ISS, or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion.

BULLYING POLICY JFCF

General In order to promote a safe learning environment for all students, the Pilot Grove C-4 School District prohibits all forms of bullying. The district also prohibits reprisal or retaliation against any person who reports an act of bullying among or against students.

Definitions Bullying – In accordance with state law, bullying is defined as intimidation, unwanted aggressive behavior, or harassment that is repetitive or is substantially likely to be repeated and causes a reasonable student to fear for his or her physical safety or property; that substantially interferes with the educational performance, opportunities or benefits of any student without exception; or that substantially disrupts the orderly operation of the school. Bullying includes, but is not limited to: physical actions, including violence, gestures, theft, or property damage; oral, written, or electronic communication, including name-calling, put-downs, extortion, or threats; or threats of reprisal or retaliation for reporting such acts. Cyberbullying – A form of bullying committed by transmission of a communication including, but not limited to, a message, text, sound or image by means of an electronic

device including, but not limited to, a telephone, wireless telephone or other wireless communication device, computer or pager. The district has jurisdiction over cyberbullying that uses the district's technology resources or that originates on district property, at a district activity or on district transportation. Even when cyberbullying does not involve district property, activities or technology resources, the district will impose consequences and discipline for those who engage in cyberbullying if there is a sufficient nexus to the educational environment, the behavior materially and substantially disrupts the educational environment, the communication involves a threat as defined by law, or the district is otherwise allowed by law to address the behavior. School Day – A day on the school calendar when students are required to attend school.

Designated Officials The principal of each building is hereby designated as the individual to receive and investigate reports of bullying. Each building principal shall designate at least two teachers or administrators in the building who are authorized to receive and investigate reports of bullying in the principal's absence or at the principal's discretion.

The district compliance officer appointed in policy AC will serve as the district wide antibullying coordinator. The antibullying coordinator will receive all completed investigative reports from all buildings and analyze the reports to identify any information that would inform the district's antidiscrimination and antibullying education and training programs. In addition, the antibullying coordinator will assist in making any relevant reports as required by state and federal law.

Reporting Bullying School employees, substitutes or volunteers are expected to intervene to prevent student bullying, appropriately discipline the perpetrator, assist the victim and report the incident to the building principal or designee for further investigation and action. Any school employee, substitute or volunteer who witnesses or has firsthand knowledge of bullying of a student must report the incident to the building principal or designee as soon as possible, but no later than two school days after the incident.

Students who have been subjected to bullying, or who have witnessed or have knowledge of bullying, are encouraged to promptly report such incidents to a school employee. Any school employee receiving such a report shall promptly transmit the report to the building principal or designee.

If the bullying incident involves students from more than one district building, the report should be made to the principal or designee of the building in which the incident took place or, if more appropriate, to the principal or designee of the building attended by the majority of the participants in the incident.

Investigation Within two school days of receiving a report of bullying, the principal or designee will initiate an investigation of the incident. Reports that involve students from multiple buildings will be investigated cooperatively by the principals of each building involved, or those principals may request that the district's compliance officer designated in policy AC conduct the investigation. If at any time during the investigation the principal determines that the bullying involves illegal discrimination, harassment or retaliation as described in policy AC, the principal will report the incident to the compliance officer designated in that

policy, who will assist in the investigation. If the alleged bullying involves a special education student or a student with disabilities, the principal will also notify the special education director.

The investigation shall be completed within ten school days of the date the report of bullying was received unless good cause exists to extend the investigation. Upon completion of the investigation, the principal will decide whether bullying or harassment occurred and, if so, whether additional discipline is warranted in accordance with the district's student discipline code. The principal will generate a written report of the investigation and findings and send a copy of the completed report to the district's antibullying coordinator. The principal or designee will document the report in the files of the victim and the alleged or actual perpetrator of bullying. All reports will be kept confidential in accordance with state and federal law.

If the incident involved allegations of illegal discrimination or harassment, the principal's decision may be appealed in accordance with policy AC. Student discipline may be appealed when allowed by law in accordance with Board policy.

The principal or other appropriate district staff will work with victims and their families to access resources and services to help them deal with any negative effects that resulted from the incident.

Consequences Students who participate in bullying or who retaliate against anyone who reports bullying will be disciplined in accordance with the district's discipline code. Such discipline may include detention, in-school suspension, out-of-school suspension, expulsion, removal from participation in activities, exclusion from honors and awards, and other consequences deemed appropriate by the principal or superintendent. The district will also contact law enforcement when required by law or notify social media companies of inappropriate online activity when appropriate.

Even in situations where the district does not have jurisdiction to discipline a student for bullying, such as when the acts take place off campus and there is an insufficient nexus to the district, the principal or designee will take appropriate actions to assist student victims. Such actions may include, but are not limited to, contacting the parents/guardians of the victim and the alleged perpetrator, communicating that this behavior is not allowed on district grounds or at district activities, notifying the appropriate district staff to assist the victim, and taking additional action when appropriate, such as notifying law enforcement or social media companies of inappropriate online activity.

District employees and substitutes who violate this policy will be disciplined or terminated. Discipline may include suspension with or without pay, a negative evaluation, prohibition from being on district property or at district activities, mandated training or other appropriate remedial action. Volunteers who violate this policy will no longer be permitted to volunteer.

Policy Publication The district shall annually notify students, parents/guardians, district employees, substitutes and volunteers about this policy and the district's prohibition against bullying. A

copy of this policy shall be included in student handbooks and posted on the district's website.

Training and Education The district's antibullying coordinator will provide information and appropriate training designed to assist employees, substitutes and volunteers who have significant contact with students in identifying, preventing and responding to incidents of bullying.

The district will provide education and information about bullying and this policy to students every year. The principal of each school, in consultation with school counselors and other appropriate school employees, will determine the best methods for facilitating the discussion. Methods may include, but are not limited to: assemblies; homeroom presentations; class meetings; team or club meetings; special presentations by counselors, social workers or mental health professionals; and open-house events. When practical, parents/guardians will be invited to attend.

In addition to educating students about the content of this policy, the district will inform students of:

1. The procedure for reporting bullying. 2. The harmful effects of bullying. 3. Any initiatives the school or district has created to address bullying, including student peer-to-peer initiatives. 4. The consequences for those who participate in bullying or engage in reprisal or retaliation against those who report bullying.

School counselors, social workers, mental health professionals, school psychologists or other appropriate district staff will educate students who are victims of bullying about how to overcome the negative effects of bullying including, but not limited to:

1. Cultivating the student's self-worth and self-esteem. 2. Teaching the student to defend himself/herself assertively and effectively without violence. 3. Helping the student develop social skills. 4. Encouraging the student to develop an internal locus of control.

Additional School Programs and Resources

The Board directs the superintendent or designee to implement programs and other initiatives to address bullying, respond to such conduct in a manner that does not stigmatize the victim, and make resources or referrals available to victims of bullying. Such initiatives may include educating parents/guardians and families on bullying prevention and resources.

Bus or Transportation Misconduct (see Board policy JFCC): Any offense committed by a student on transportation provided by or through the district shall be punished in the same manner as if the offense had been committed at the student’s school. In addition, transportation privileges may be suspended or revoked.

Dishonesty: Any act of lying, whether verbal or written, including forgery. First Offense: Nullification of forged document. Principal/Student conference, detention, or ISS. Second Offense: Nullification of forged document. Detention, ISS, or 1-180 days OSS. Disrespectful or Disruptive Conduct or Speech (see Board policy AC if illegal harassment or discrimination is involved): Verbal, written, pictorial or symbolic language or gesture that is directed at any person that is in violation of district policy or is otherwise rude, vulgar, defiant, considered inappropriate in education settings or that materially and substantially disrupts classroom work, school activities or school functions. Students will not be disciplined for speech in situations where it is protected by law. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-10 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: Detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Drugs/Alcohol (see Board policy JFCH and JHCD): 1) Possession, sale, purchase or distribution of any over-the-counter drug, herbal preparation or imitation drug or herbal preparation First Offense: ISS or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion. 2) Possession of or attendance while under the influence of or soon after consuming any unauthorized prescription drug, alcohol, narcotic substance, unauthorized inhalants, counterfeit drugs, imitation controlled substances or drug-related paraphernalia, including controlled substances and illegal drugs defined as substances identified under schedules I, II, III, IV or V in section 202(c) of the Controlled Substances Act. First Offense: ISS or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: 11-180 days OSS or expulsion. 3) Sale, purchase or distribution of any prescription drug, alcohol, narcotic substance, unauthorized inhalants, counterfeit drugs, imitation controlled substances or drug-related paraphernalia, including controlled substances and illegal drugs defined as substances identified under schedules I, II, III, IV or V in section 202(c) of the Controlled Substances Act. First Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion. Subsequent Offense: 11-180 days OSS or expulsion. Extortion: Threatening or intimidating any person for the purpose of obtaining money or anything of value. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-10 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Failure to Meet the Conditions of Suspension, Expulsion or Other Disciplinary Consequences: Violating the conditions of a suspension, expulsion or other disciplinary consequence including, but not limited to, participating in or attending any district-sponsored activity or being on or near district property or the location where a district activity is held. See the section of this regulation titled, “Conditions of Suspension, Expulsion and Other Disciplinary Consequences.” As required by law, when the district considers suspending a student for an additional period of time or expelling a student for being on or within 1,000 feet of district property during a suspension, consideration shall be given to whether the student poses a threat to the safety of any child or school employee and whether the student’s presence is disruptive to the educational process or undermined the effectiveness of the district’s discipline policy. First Offense: Verbal warning, detention, ISS 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Report to law enforcement for trespassing if expelled. 14

Subsequent Offense: Verbal warning, detention, ISS 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Report to law enforcement for trespassing if expelled. False Alarms (see also “Threats or Verbal Assault”): Tampering with emergency equipment, setting off false alarms, making false reports; communicating a threat or false report for the purpose of frightening or disturbing people, disrupting the educational environment or causing the evacuation or closure of district property. First Offense: Restitution. Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Subsequent Offense: Restitution. ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Fighting (see also “Assault”): Mutual combat in which both parties have contributed to the conflict either verbally or by physical action. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Gambling: Betting on an uncertain outcome, regardless of stakes; engaging in any game of chance or activity in which something of real or symbolic value may be won or lost. Gambling includes, but is not limited to, betting on outcomes or activities, assignments, contests and games. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, loss of privileges, detention, or ISS. Subsequent Offense: Principal/Student conference, loss of privileges, detention, ISS, or 1-10 days OSS. Harassment, including Sexual Harassment (see also Board policy AC): 1) Use of material of a sexual nature or unwelcome verbal, written or symbolic language based on gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Examples of illegal harassment include, but are not limited to, racial jokes or comments; requests for sexual favors and other unwelcome sexual advances; graffiti; name calling; or threatening, intimidating or hostile acts based on protected characteristics. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. 2) Unwelcome physical contact of a sexual nature or that is based on gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Examples include, but are not limited to, touching or fondling of the genital areas, breasts, or undergarments, regardless of whether the touching occurred through or under clothing; or pushing or fighting based on protected characteristics. First Offense: ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Subsequent Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion. Hazing (see Board policy JFCF): Any activity that a reasonable person believes would negatively impact the mental or physical health or safety of a student or put the student in a ridiculous, humiliating, stressful or disconcerting position for the purposes of initiation, affiliation, admission, membership or maintenance of membership in any group, class, organization, club or athletic team including, but not limited to, a grade level, student organization or district-sponsored activity. Hazing may occur even when all students involved are willing participants. First Offense: ISS or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion. Incendiary Devices or Fireworks: Possessing, displaying or using matches, lighters or other devices used to start fires unless required as part of an educational exercise and supervised by district staff; possessing or using fireworks. First Offense: Confiscation. Warning, Principal/Student conference, detention, or ISS.

Subsequent Offense: Warning, Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-10 days OSS. Nuisance Items: Possession or use of toys, games, MP3 players and other electronic devices (other than mobile phones) that are not authorized for educational purposes. First Offense: Confiscation. Warning, Principal/Student conference, detention, or ISS. Subsequent Offense: Warning, Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-10 days OSS. Sexting and/or Possession of Sexually Explicit, Vulgar or Violent Material: Students may not possess or display, electronically or otherwise, sexually explicit, vulgar or violent material including, but not limited to, pornography or depictions of nudity, violence or explicit death or injury. This prohibition does not apply to curricular material that has been approved by district staff for its educational value. Students will not be disciplined for speech in situations where it is protected by law. First Offense: Confiscation. Principal/Student conference, detention, or ISS. Subsequent Offense: Confiscation. Detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Sexual Activity: Acts of sex or simulated acts of sex including, but not limited to, intercourse or oral or manual stimulation. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: Detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Technology Misconduct (see Board policies EHB and KKB and procedure EHB-AP): 1) Attempting, regardless of success, to: gain unauthorized access to a technology system or information; use district technology to connect to other systems in evasion of the physical limitations of the remote system; to copy district files without authorization; interfere with the ability of others to utilize district technology; secure a higher level of privilege without authorization; introduce computer viruses, hacking tools, or other disruptive/destructive programs onto or using district technology; or to evade or disable a filtering/blocking device. First Offense: Restitution. Principal/Student conference, loss of user privileges, detention or ISS. Subsequent Offense: Restitution. Loss of user privileges, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. 2) Using, displaying or turning on pagers, phones, personal digital assistants, personal laptops or any other electronic communication devices during the regular school day, including instructional class time, class change time, breakfast or lunch. First Offense: Confiscation, Principal/Student conference, detention, or ISS. Subsequent Offense: Confiscation, Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. 3) Violations of Board policy EHB and procedure EHB-AP other than those listed in (1) or (2) above: First Offense: Confiscation. Restitution. Principal/Student conference, detention, or ISS. Subsequent Offense: Confiscation. Restitution. Loss of user privileges, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. 4) Use of audio or visual recording equipment in violation of Board policy KKB. First Offense: Confiscation. Principal/Student conference, detention, or ISS. Subsequent Offense: Confiscation. Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, 1-10 days OSS, or expulsion. Theft: Theft, attempted theft or knowing possession of stolen property. First Offense: Return of or restitution for property. Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: Return of or restitution for property. 1-180 days OSS or expulsion. Threats or Verbal Assault: Verbal, written, pictorial or symbolic language or gestures that create a reasonable fear of physical injury or property damage. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Subsequent Offense: ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion.

Tobacco: 1) Possession of any tobacco products on district property, district transportation or at any district activity. First Offense: Confiscation of tobacco product. Principal/Student conference, detention, or ISS. Subsequent Offense: Confiscation of tobacco product. Detention, ISS, or 1-10 days OSS. 2) Use of any tobacco products on district property, district transportation, or at any district activity. First Offense: Confiscation of tobacco product. Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-3 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: Confiscation of tobacco product. ISS or 1-10 days OSS. Truancy or Tardiness (see Board policy JED and procedures JED-AP1 and JED-AP2): Absence from school without the knowledge and consent of parents/guardians and the school administration; excessive non-justifiable absences, even with the consent of parent/guardians; arriving after the expected time class or school begins, as determined by the district. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, or 1-3 days ISS. Subsequent Offense: Detention or 3-10 days ISS, and removal from extracurricular activities. Unauthorized Entry: Entering or assisting any other person to enter a district facility, office, locker, or other area that is locked or not open to the general public; entering or assisting any other person to enter a district facility through an unauthorized entrance; assisting unauthorized persons to enter a district facility through any entrance. First Offense: Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, or 1-180 days OSS. Subsequent Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion. Vandalism (see Board policy JFCJ): Willful damage or the attempt to cause damage to real or personal property belonging to the district, staff or students. First Offense: Restitution. Principal/Student conference, detention, ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Subsequent Offense: Restitution. ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Weapons (see Board policy JFCJ): 1) Possession or use of any weapon as defined in Board policy, other than those defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921, 18 U.S.C. § 930 (g)(2) or § 571.010, RSMo. First Offense: ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Subsequent Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion. 2) Possession or use of a firearm as defined in 18 U.S.C. § 921 or any instrument or device defined in § 571.010, RSMo., or any instrument or device defined as a dangerous weapon in 18 U.S.C. § 930 (g)(2). First Offense: One (1) calendar year suspension or expulsion, unless modified by the Board upon recommendation by the superintendent. Subsequent Offense: Expulsion. 3) Possession or use of ammunition or a component of a weapon. First Offense: ISS, 1-180 days OSS, or expulsion. Subsequent Offense: 1-180 days OSS or expulsion.

BACKPACKS Students are to leave all large bags/backpacks in their lockers until leaving the building.

VIRTUAL SCHOOL Pilot Grove C-4 students may be eligible to take virtual courses through DESE approved providers if it is found to be in the best educational interest of the student. Additional information regarding virtual school may be obtained in Board Policy IGCD.

CELL PHONES Students are permitted to use their phones throughout the school day between classes and during lunch period. Proper conduct and consequences are outlined in the Technology Usage Agreement. Students caught using such devices during the school day will have their phone confiscated. First offense - the phone will be returned at the end of the school day. Subsequent offense - ISS or additional consequences as described under “Technology Misconduct.” Following fulfillment of the consequence, the phone will be returned.

DRESS CODE Use good judgment in deciding your attire for the school day and/or school activities. An article of clothing that may be deemed as proper in your own private setting may not be appropriate for school or school functions. If any staff member feels the mode of dress by a student is disruptive to the educational process and/or is against the school dress code, the student may be asked to change. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) may be asked to bring alternative clothing to school. If you have any doubts that an outfit is appropriate for school, choose alternate clothing.

1. Shirts including, but not limited to, crop tops, halter tops, tank tops (alone), backless clothing, or bare midriff tops are not appropriate for school. If a student wears a tank top, a narrow-strapped top or dress, or a sleeveless shirt with large armholes, another shirt must be worn over or under it. 2. Clothing with obscene, suggestive, or profane words; clothing with pictures or advertisements for liquor or tobacco; clothing promoting or glorifying death and destruction of life are not appropriate for a positive school climate. 3. Hats, sunglasses, sweatbands or other headgear in school are permissible on days designated by the administration – i.e., dress up days for special school activities, fundraising opportunities, etc. 4. Clothing allowing undergarments to show should not be worn. 5. Shirts and slacks should be worn in a manner that is appropriate for the learning environment. Shorts should be of an appropriate length as to not cause a disruption to the learning process. Chains attached to clothing are not appropriate.

SCHOOL SEARCH POLICY The school district reserves the right to conduct reasonable searches of students' lockers, school property, and student automobiles in order to protect district students, staff, and visitors and in order to maintain order and discipline in the schools. Pursuant to this right, school officials may seize illegal, unauthorized, or inappropriate materials located on school property. Student Searches A student's person and his/her personal effects (i.e., purse, wallet, pockets, etc.) may be searched by district administrators when a reasonable belief exists that the student to be searched possesses illegal, unauthorized, or inappropriate material, which would interfere with the maintenance of school discipline or order. In conducting such searches, district administrators will first inform the student of the basis for the search. If the student does not consent to the search, and if circumstances permit, the student's parents or guardian will be notified. If consent is still not obtained, school officials may choose to proceed with the search or contact law enforcement authorities. In all instances where a student refuses to consent to a lawful search, disciplinary action, including suspension, will result. Searches of student persons or personal effects, will, except in emergency conditions, be conducted by an administrator of the same sex. Such searches will, when possible, be conducted out of the presence of other students.

School Property Student lockers, desks, storage containers, and other such school property are owned by the district and are under the complete control of the district. Although individual students are responsible for the contents and security of their lockers, all such school property is subject to search at any time by school officials. Illegal, Unauthorized, or Inappropriate Materials For purposes of this policy, the terms "illegal, unauthorized, or inappropriate materials" include substances, which are prohibited by federal law, state law, district policy, or school rules. If such materials are discovered in a search under this policy, the materials will be turned over to the proper authorities. STUDENT SERVICES

INSURANCE – ATHLETIC The Missouri State High School Activities Association by-laws state that a student shall not be permitted to practice or compete for a school until it has verification that he/she has basic athletic insurance coverage. Therefore, the MSHSAA participation certificate must be obtained from the coach or the Principal's office, completed, signed by the parents, and returned to the coach prior to participation in any athletic practice.

LOCKERS Each student is assigned a locker which should be kept neat and clean. No books or bags should be placed on top of the lockers. Lockers needing repairs should be reported to the office. Students are encouraged not to store valuables or money in the lockers. Lockers are the property of the Pilot Grove C-4 School District and are under the joint control of the student and the administration. LUNCHES The purpose of the school lunch program is to provide nutritional, balanced meals to students. Students may buy school lunch for $2.05 and breakfast for $1.00. Students may bring their lunch and purchase milk, through their lunch account.. Students are allowed to charge lunches up to the amount of $10.00. Free and reduced price meals are available to those who complete an application and qualify.

Nondiscrimination in School Nutrition Programs All information material and sources, including websites, used by the district to inform the public about the district’s food service program will contain the following information:

In accordance with the federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices and employees, and instrituation participatin in or administreing USDA program (including the district), are prohibited from deicsriminiating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or reporisal or retaliation for prior civiel rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by the USDA.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the agency (state or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disability may contact the USDA through the federal Relay Service at 800-877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discriminiation Complaint Form (AD-3037) found online at https://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to the USDA and provide in the letter all the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaining form, call 866-632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to the USDA by: 1. Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20250-9410; 2. Fax: 202-690-7442; or 3. Email: [email protected]

The institution is an equal opportunity provider.

MANDATORY STUDY HALL In an effort to increase student achievement and success, students submitting incomplete assignments or no assignment on the date an assignment is due will be required to stay for mandatory study hall on the day of the offense. A good faith effort to notify parents/guardians of the need for their child to stay after school for study hall will be made. Transportation to and from mandatory study hall is the responsibility of the student and parents/guardians.

MOTOR VEHICLES Motor vehicles should not be used during school hours unless the principal gives special permission. The privilege of driving to school from the student if he/she fails to comply with the following rules and regulations may be withdrawn at any time: 1. Car(s) must be registered in the school office and include a copy of a valid driver's license. 2. The speed limit in the parking lot is 5 mph. 3. Students park in student-designated areas only. 4. Students do not leave the lot until dismissed by school personnel.

PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION 1. Students taking physician-prescribed medication should check in at the nurse's office upon arrival at school. A prescription label must be properly affixed to the medication in question and must contain the name of the student, name of the drug, dosage and frequency of administration. The medicine must be brought in its original container. 2. Over-the-Counter drugs must state the name of the student, dosage and frequency of administration. The medicine must be brought in its original container.

SCHOOL ORGANIZATIONS and ACTIVITIES

Band Cheerleading Chorus Drama/Theatre Envirothon FBLA FCCLA FFA Scholar Bowl Science Fair Science Olympiad Speech Student Council TRUST Sports (Baseball, Basketball, Softball, and Track)

SPORTS PHYSICALS Students must have sports physicals completed and paperwork completely filled out (including all signatures and insurance information) and on file with the athletic director prior to any participation in a sport. This includes participation in practice. Physicals are good for a period of two years. TECHNOLOGY Students must have a signed computer usage agreement on file in the office before they will receive a Chromebook or be permitted to log on the school’s network.

TEXTBOOKS Pilot Grove School furnishes textbooks used in the various classes. Textbooks will be returned at the end of the year to the respective instructors. Failure to return a textbook will cause a transcript not to be issued or the withholding of charging privileges at the high school.

TRANSPORTATION Transportation will be furnished to all resident pupils living more than one mile from the school. All students in the Pilot Grove Schools who ride to or from school or school activities are subject to transportation rules and regulations until they get off the bus at their school or their homes. Any misbehavior which distracts the driver is a serious hazard to the safe operation of the vehicle and jeopardizes the safety of all passengers.

BUS TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS *All students must ride to school-sponsored activities in transportation designated by the school under the supervision of an adult sponsor. A note and personal parental contact must be given to the principal if other arrangements (other than parent sign-out) are made for the safe return home. The following list of safety rules should help the student and parent to understand the goals of the transportation service: Prior to loading the bus: (on the road and at school) 1. Be on time at the designated bus stop (this helps keep the bus on schedule). 2. Stay off the road at all times while waiting for the bus. Bus riders should conduct themselves in a safe manner while waiting. 3. Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to enter. 4. Horseplay is not permitted around the bus or bus stop. While on the bus: 1. Keep inside the bus at all times; this includes but is not limited to, head, hands, feet, etc. 2. Assist in keeping the bus safe at all times. 3. Loud talking and laughing may divert the driver's attention and could result in a serious accident. Be respectful while riding. 4. No objects in the aisle. 5. Older students should help look after the safety of smaller children. 6. Do not throw objects out of the bus window. 7. Riders are to remain seated while the bus is in motion. 8. Horse play is not permitted.

FOOD AND DRINKS AT SCHOOL Students are allowed to store food or drinks for lunch in their locker. Breakfast and lunch are to be eaten in the school lunchroom during the scheduled breakfast/lunch time. Students are not to have food and drink in the classroom other than water. Water containers are allowed and must be spill proof. Food and drink delivered to students

outside of scheduled breakfast or lunch times will be held in the office until that time or the end of the day. Liquid containers such as those from convenience stores or restaurants are prohibited outside of the cafeteria. Students are not to eat or drink in the hallways. Students are reminded that they are responsible for the cleanliness of their lockers and to act in a responsible manner with any food or drink.

Microwaves are provided for student’s use in the Commons Area during assigned lunch periods. Please inform the staff of special dietary needs.

FOOD DELIVERIES If food is delivered to students, it should be done during the assigned lunch shift. All deliveries will be made to the office. Students will not exit the building to receive delivered food.

VISITORS TO THE BUILDING All visitors will report to the office to state the reason for their presence in the building and/or parking lot. Failure to comply with this request may result in trespassing charges. Visitors will not be allowed to attend classes and may only attend lunch with prior administrative approval.

VO-TECH STUDENTS As provided, Vo-Tech students must ride the bus to Vo-Tech School in Boonville. With administrative permission, students may drive their own vehicles to the Vo-Tech School for class-related activities. On days when the Vo-Tech School is not in session, students come to PGHS during regular class sessions only and, with parental permission, may sign out during Vo-Tech hours. EMERGENCY DRILLS Emergency drills will be held at various times throughout the year. During any emergency, students are to follow the instructions of school personnel and the procedures as listed below:

FIRE DRILL PROCEDURES 1. The signal for evacuation is the fire alarm/buzzer. 2. When evacuating the building, move in an orderly manner out of the building and follow the instructions of your teacher. TORNADO PROCEDURES 1. The signal for tornadoes is one continuous bell. 2. When moving to the designated area, walk in an orderly manner and follow the instructions of your teacher. INTRUDER DRILL PROCEDURES: 1. Announcement will be made for Lockdown or Modified Lockdown. 2. Follow the instructions given by your classroom teacher.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT It is the policy of the Pilot Grove C-4 School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment practices as required by Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR AND CO-CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION CODE OF CONDUCT POLICY

The Pilot Grove Public School’s extracurricular and co-curricular programs are intended to supplement the educational experience. Participation in these activities is a privilege, not an entitlement. Participants are expected to conform to a higher standard of conduct throughout the school year at any school sponsored, or staff supervised, summer event that is applicable to participants. Participants serve as representatives of our school and should set a positive example for others; therefore, every participant must abide by the following rules: 1) A participant must meet the eligibility requirements set by the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) and must conform to all applicable MSHSAA rules and regulations. 2) A participant must meet any additional eligibility requirements as determined by the local area athletic conference and must conform to all applicable conference rules and regulations. 3) A participant must conform to District eligibility requirements, rules, regulations and standards for participation as set forth below and as set forth in the student handbook. 4) A participant must be a credible school citizen as set forth below and as set forth in the student handbook. 5) Rules, regulations, and standards: a. All policies that apply to the regular school day apply to extracurricular and co-curricular activities. Coaches and sponsors may establish policies for their groups in addition to those stated herein. b. A participant who drops out of an athletic activity cannot participate in another athletic activity until the season for the first activity has ended unless approved by the coaches of both activities and the Activities Director. 6) A participant must demonstrate good citizenship in the school and community. Participants must conform to all general school rules and regulations, rules established by the coach/sponsor for the activity in which he/she is participating, and the laws of the community. In addition, participants must conform to the following rules: a. Participants shall not be eligible to participate in any extracurricular and/or co-curricular activity while under any suspension (ISS or OSS). b. A participant who has been expelled or who withdraws from school following the administration’s recommendation for suspension or expulsion shall not be eligible for 365 days from the date of expulsion or withdrawal. c. Before a participant is removed from any activity for disciplinary reasons, the situation will be brought under advisement of the sponsor in charge and building principal. Appropriate action will be taken which may result in expulsion from other activities. A participant removed from class for misbehavior on the day of a scheduled event may be ineligible to participate in the event and will be counseled by the principal or athletic director as to their eligibility if other violations occur. d. A participant may not use or possess tobacco or tobacco-like products. The consequences set forth below will be assessed against participants who use or possess tobacco or tobacco-like products on school property: (1) using or possessing tobacco while participating or attending a school-sponsored 23

activity, whether on or away from school property, (2) observed by school personnel or law enforcement using or possessing tobacco or tobacco-like products, or (3) by admission of the student or the student’s parent/guardian. i. First Offense: Tobacco products confiscated and participant suspended for the next scheduled event. If an event occurs at the end of a season, the penalty applies to the next scheduled event under the code. ii. Second Offense: Tobacco products confiscated and participant suspended for the next five (5) scheduled events. If an event occurs at the end of a season, the penalty applies to the next scheduled events under the code. In addition, the participant shall complete a tobacco education or smoking cessation program prior to returning to team/group activities. iii. Third Offense: Participant suspended from all scheduled events and activities for 365 days. e. A participant may not use, possess, or distribute drugs, look-alike drugs, alcoholic beverages, look-alike alcoholic beverages, controlled substances or controlled or drug paraphernalia, or items represented as such. A participant will be in violation of this policy for use, possession, or distribution occurs on school property or at a school sponsored event, whether on or away from school property and (1) is reported or confirmed by a law enforcement agency, (2) is observed by school personnel, whether on or away from school property, or (3) by admission of the student or the student's parent/guardian. i. First Offense: Drug/Alcohol product confiscated and participant suspended for the next scheduled event. If an event occurs at the end of a season, the penalty applies to the next scheduled event under the code. ii. Second Offense: Drug/Alcohol product confiscated and participant suspended for the next five (5) scheduled events. If an event occurs at the end of a season, the penalty applies to the next scheduled event under the code. In addition, the participant must complete a drug/alcohol program prior to returning to team/group activities. NOTE: There will be no penalty to a participant who requests help in the form of assessment or treatment for chemical abuse prior to the District receiving a report of the participant’s alleged violation of this policy. A participant who engages in conduct that constitutes a violation of this subparagraph after requesting assessment or treatment will be suspended from all team/group performances and activities for 365 days from the date of the incident. iii. Third Offense: Participant suspended from all scheduled events and activities for 365 days. f. A participant may not steal. A participant will be in violation of this policy if the theft occurs on school property and (1) theft occurs while participating or attending a school sponsored activity, (2) the theft is reported or confirmed by a law enforcement agency or school personnel, or (3) by admission of the student or the student's parent/guardian. i. First Offense: Participant suspended for the next scheduled event. If an event occurs at the end of a season, the penalty applies to the next scheduled event under the code. ii. Second Offense: Participant suspended for the next five (5) scheduled events. If event occurs at the end of a season, the penalty applies to the next schedule events under the code

iii. Third Offense: Participant suspended from all scheduled events and activities for 365 days. g. A participant must conform to the school discipline policy. Failure to abide by school discipline policy, except as otherwise provided above, may result in suspension for up to 365 days from all team/group performances and activities. h. A participant may not be arrested for, charged with, or convicted of a felony or misdemeanor under either criminal or juvenile law, whether the offense occurred on or away from school property. Violation of this subparagraph may result in a suspension for up to 365 days from all team/group performances and activities, as well as additional discipline under the school discipline policy. Notwithstanding any provision of this policy or any other District policy, the district reserves the right to enhance or reduce the penalties associated with a violation of the co-curricular policy based upon the nature, severity, and frequency of the offense(s). 7) A participant who engages in additional violations of this policy while under an extracurricular or co-curricular suspension may be expelled from all team/group performances & activities. 8) The management of an extracurricular or co-curricular activity is the responsibility of the coach or sponsor, who is in charge of the selection of participants and the extent of their participation. Each coach/sponsor may also establish additional written guidelines for their activities. These guidelines shall be presented orally and in written format. A copy of such guidelines shall be kept on file with the building principal and athletic director. 9) Participants who hold elective positions or are candidates for school "royalty" positions must adhere to the same rules of conduct listed in this policy as student participants in recognized MSHSAA activities. Disciplinary action for violation of these rules of conduct will be applied to those students who hold elective positions or are candidates for school "royalty" positions in the same manner. 10) The athletic director, coach, sponsor and building principal will be informed of a participant's removal from any activity for disciplinary reasons. This may result in exclusion from other activities, as well as additional consequences under the student discipline policy.

11) Appeal Procedures The District does not have the authority to excuse participants from the eligibility requirements established by the MSHSAA. Additionally, participants are uniformly expected to comply with the eligibility requirements established by the District. Accordingly, the procedures below are provided for the sole purpose of preventing suspensions and/or removals based upon inaccurate or incomplete information. The procedures are not intended to provide participants with an opportunity to (1) avoid suspensions or removals imposed for conduct they have actually committed, or (2) ask administrators for leniency when an appropriate consequence has been imposed for conduct that has actually occurred: Nor are they intended to suggest that participation in school activities is an entitlement rather than a privilege.

i. In most cases, a participant and the participant's parent/guardian should be advised of the reason for the suspension or removal from an activity, and provided an opportunity to respond, prior to imposing the consequence. ii. When it is necessary in the judgment of the coach; sponsor, or administrator to suspend or remove a participant from an activity prior to advising the participant and the participant's parent/guardian of the reason for such suspension or removal, the participant and the participant's parent/guardian should be advised of the reason and given an opportunity to respond within a reasonably prompt time after the consequence has been imposed. iii. Participants may appeal, in writing, a suspension or removal imposed by a coach or sponsor to the athletic director. iv. Participants may appeal, in writing, a suspension or removal imposed or affirmed by the athletic director to the building principal. v. Participants may appeal, in writing, a suspension or removal imposed or affirmed by the building principal to the superintendent. vi. Participants may appeal a suspension or removal imposed or affirmed by the superintendent to the Board of Education. The decision of the Board of Education shall be final. vii. During the pendency of an appeal, a co-curricular suspension or removal will remain in full force and effect.

Participation is a privilege, not a right.

COMPUTER and TECHNOLOGY USAGE AGREEMENT The Pilot Grove C-4 School District’s technology exists for the purpose of enhancing the educational opportunities and achievement of district students. Research shows that students who have access to technology improve achievement. In addition, technology assists with the professional enrichment of the staff and increases engagement of students’ families and other patrons of the district, all of which positively impact student achievement.

The district will periodically conduct a technology census to ensure that instructional resources and equipment that support and extend the curriculum are readily available to teachers and students. The purpose of this agreement is to facilitate access to district technology and to create a safe environment in which to use that technology.

Definitions For the purpose of this agreement, the following terms are defined: · Technology Resources – Technologies, devices and services used to access, process, store or communicate information. This definition includes, but is not limited to: computers; modems; printers; scanners; fax machines and transmissions; telephonic equipment; mobile phones; audio-visual equipment; Internet; electronic mail (e-mail); electronic communication devices and services, including wireless access; multimedia resources; hardware; and software. Technology resources may include technologies, devices and services provided to the district by a third party. · User – Any person permitted by the district to utilize any portion of the district-s technology resources including, but not limited to, students, employees, School Board members and agents of the school district. · User Identification (ID) – any identifier that would allow a user access to the district’s technology resources or to any program included, but not limited to, email and Internet access. · Password – A unique work, phrase or combination of alphabetic, numeric and non-alphanumeric characters used to authenticate a user ID as belonging to a user.

Authorized Users District technology resources may be used by authorized students, employees, School Board members and other persons approved by the superintendent or designee. All users must agree to follow the district’s policies and procedures and sign or electronically consent to the district’s User Agreement prior to access or using district technology resources, unless excused by the superintendent or designee.

Use of the district’s technology is a privilege, not a right. No potential user will be given an ID, password or other access to district technology if he or she is considered a security risk by the superintendent or designee.

User Privacy A user does not have a legal expectation of privacy in the user’s electronic communications or other activities involving the district’s technology resources, including, but not limited to, voice mail, telecommunication, email and access to the Internet or network drives. By using the district’s network and technology resources, all

users are consenting to having their electronic communications and all other use monitored by the district. A user ID with email access will only be provided to authorized users on condition that the user consents to interception of or access to all communication accessed, sent, received or stored using district technology.

Electronic communications, downloaded material and all data stored on the district’s technology resources, including files deleted from a user’s account, may be intercepted, accessed, monitored or searched by district administration or their designees at any time the regular course of business. Such access may include, but is not limited to, verifying that users are complying with district policies and rules and investigating potential misconduct. Any such search, access or interception shall comply with all applicable laws. Users are required to return district technology resources to the district upon demand including, but not limited to, mobile phones, laptops and tablets.

Content filtering and monitoring The district will monitor the online activities of minors and operate a technology protection measure (“content filter”) on the network and all district technology with Internet access, as required by law. The content filter will be sued to protect against access to visual depictions that are obscene or harmful to minors. Content filters are not foolproof, and the district cannot guarantee that users will never be able to access offensive materials using district equipment. Evading or disabling, or attempting to evade or disable, a content filter installed by the district is prohibited.

Online Safety, Security and Confidentiality In addition to the use of a content filter, the district will take measures to prevent minors from using district technology to access inappropriate matter or materials harmful to minors on the Internet. Such measures shall include, but are not limited to, supervising and monitoring student technology use. Students will be instructed on safety and security issues, including instruction on the dangers of sharing personal information about themselves or others when using email, social media, chat rooms or other forms of direct electronic communication. Instruction will also address cyberbullying awareness and response and appropriate online behavior, including interacting with other individuals on social networking websites and in chat rooms.

Instruction will occur in the district’s computer courses, courses in which students are introduced to the computer and the Internet, or courses that use the Internet in instruction. Students are required to follow all district rules when using district technology resources and are prohibited from sharing personal information online unless authorized by the district.

All users are prohibited from using district technology to gain unauthorized access to a technology system or information; connect to other systems in evasion of the physical limitations of the remote systems; copy district files without authorization; interfere with the ability of others to utilize technology; secure a high level of privilege without authorization; introduce computer viruses, hacking tools, or other disruptive/destructive programs onto district technology; or to evade or disable a content filter.

Closed Forum The district’s technology resources are not a public forum for expression of any kind and are to be considered a closed forum to the extent allowed by law. The district’s web page will provide information about the school district, but will not be used as an open forum.

Violations of Technology Usage Policies and Procedures Use of technology resources in a disruptive, inappropriate or illegal manner impairs the district’s mission, squanders resources and shall not be tolerated. Therefore, a consistently high level of personal responsibility is expected of all users granted access to the district’s technology resources. Any violation of distr4ict policies or procedures regarding technology usage may result in temporary, long-term or permanent suspension of user privileges. User privileges may be suspended pending investigation in the use of the district’s technology resources.

Damages All damages incurred by the district due to a user’s intentional or negligent misuse of the district’s technology resources, including loss of property and staff time, will be charged to the user. District administrators have the authority to sign any criminal complaint regarding damage to district technology.

No Warranty/No Endorsement The district makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the services, products or access it provides. The district’s technology resources are available on an “as is, as available” basis. The district is not responsible for loss of data, delays, non- deliveries, or service interruptions. The district does not endorse the content nor guarantee the accuracy or quality of information obtained using the district’s technology resources.

General Guidelines for Acceptable Use Students will have access to forms of media and communication which is in support of education and research and in support of educational goals and objectives of Pilot Grove C-4 School District. Access to media and communication beyond these specific uses will not be supported or allowed.

· Students are responsible for their ethical and educational use of the technology resources of the Pilot Grove C-4 School District. · Access to technology resources is a privilege not a right. Each user will be required to follow the rules of the district. Violations of these rules will result in loss of privileges as well as other disciplinary action as defined by the Acceptable Use Policy, Discipline Policy, or other policies. · While impossible to define every instance of acceptable and unacceptable usage, it will be at the discretion of the network administrator and/or school administration to use judgment as to what is acceptable in any undefined instances that may arise. · Transmission of any material that is in violation of any federal or state law is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, confidential information, copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, and computer viruses. · Any attempt to alter date, the configuration of a computer, or files of another user, without the consent of the individual, school administrator, or technology administrator

will be considered an act of vandalism and subject to disciplinary action in accordance with school discipline policy. · All users of district technology resources and/or school networks must sign the district’s acceptable use policy.

Privacy and Safety · Do not go into any chat rooms other than those set up by your teacher or mandated in other distance education courses. · Do not op0en, use, or change computer files that do not belong to you. · Do not reveal your full name, phone number, home address, social security number, credit card numbers, passwords, or passwords of other users. · Network storage is not guaranteed to be private or confidential. District Administration reserves the right to inspect your files at any time and take necessary steps if files are in violation of district policy.

Legal Propriety All students must comply with trademark and copyright laws and all license agreements. Ignorance of the law is not immunity. If unsure, ask the network administrator. Plagiarism is a violation of the Pilot Grove C-4 District discipline code. Give credit to all sources used, whether quoted or summarized. This includes all forms of media on the Internet (i.e., graphics, movies, music, text, etc.)

Email Students will use school issued email for academic reasons. This email will be through a Google Gmail system managed by the Pilot Grove C-4 School District. The interface is heavily monitored by district network administrators and is subject to filtering of inappropriate content. · Always use appropriate language. · Do not transmit language/material that is profane, obscene, abusive, or offensive to others. · Do not send mass emails, chain letters, or spam. · No private chatting is allowed during class without permission. · Email is subject to inspection at any time by the school administration.

Consequences Students will be responsible for accounts and/or computer hardware issued to them. Non-compliance with the policies of the Pilot Grove C-4 School District will result in disciplinary action as outlined in the discipline code and/or other school policies for the user. The consequences for violating the District’s Acceptable Use Policy include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following: · Verbal warning or principal/student conference. · Suspension of district technology privileges (length of time to be determined by administration). · Revocation of district technology privileges (length of time to be determined by administration). · Other discipline as deemed appropriate by the district administration.