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Student/Parent Handbook JENKS MIDDLE SCHOOL 2017-18 STUDENT/PARENT HANDBOOK Helpful Middle School phone numbers Policies and procedures Emergency and community resource numbers for students and parents Jenks Middle School Student/Parent Handbook 2017-18 Dr. Nick Brown, Site Principal.................................................................................................918-299-4415 x5303 Megan Jackson, Assistant Principal: H – N...........................................................................918-299-4415 x5302 Jennifer Blackshare, Assistant Principal: O – Z....................................................................918-299-4415 x5304 Nancy Vanderlip, Assistant Principal: A – G.........................................................................918-299-4415 x5305 Mailing Address: 205 East B Street, Jenks, OK 74037-3900 A Guide for Students, Faculty, and Parents All students are responsible for the information and regulations included in this handbook and are subject to all rules and regulations set forth by the Jenks Board of Education, State Department of Education, and the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association. Introduction This student handbook is designed to assist middle school students in having a successful and enjoyable year. Jenks Middle School provides a challenging and caring school climate that seeks to develop strong academic foundations, discover special interests, and provide activities for personal and social growth. The handbook information is lengthy, but each part of it is important for the effective functioning of our schools. The hand- book includes policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Education and policies that are specific to Jenks Middle School. Students will have an opportunity to review the handbook in orientation sessions with teachers. We encourage parents/guardians to read the handbook and to keep the copy that is sent home with students. Jenks Middle School provides excellence in education for early adolescents. These are important years, and we want students to be successful and build on the skills and abilities they have learned in the elementary years. If you, students or parents/guardians, have any questions, please feel free to ask. Motto (Vision) “A Tradition of Excellence with a Vision for Tomorrow” Mission Statement of Jenks Public Schools Jenks Public Schools, inspired by our tradition of excellence, is committed to the shared responsibility of preparing all learners for productive responsible citizenship in an ever-changing world. Revised by the Board of Education, June 1996 Aim Statement of Jenks Middle School At Jenks Middle School, we celebrate curiosity, inquiry, and exploration as we become self- advocates for lifelong learning. Information for all departments…………………………………………………………………………..918-299-4415 x5300 Attendance Office……………………………………………………………...…………………….……918-299-4415 x5301 Counseling Office…………………………………………………………………………......................918-299-4415 x5314 Middle School Fax…………………………………………………………………………................................918-298-0652 Counseling Office Fax…………………………………………………………………………………………….918-298-4311 TABLE OF CONTENTS ATHLETICS ACADEMICS 1:1 Initiative .............................................................. 1 Credit for Learning ................................................... 3 Extracurricular Activities Contract .......................... 21 Non-Accredited Home School Admissions ............... 4 Student Alcohol and Drug Testing Policy for High School Credits Earned Prior to High School Participants in Extracurricular Activities and/or Entry or During Summer School......................... 4 Parking on School District Property ................. 21 Violations of Alcohol and Drug Testing Policy ........ 26 Evaluation of Student Progress ................................ 4 Extracurricular Activities Participant Alcohol and Illegal Grading Policy .......................................................... 4 or Performance Enhancing Drugs Contract ..... 28 Grading Scale ........................................................... 5 Remedial Courses .................................................... 5 Guidelines for School Activity and Athletic Uniforms, Make-Up Work ......................................................... 5 Costumes, Attire, and Performances ................ 29 Student Records ....................................................... 5 School Sponsored/Approved Activities .................. 29 Summer School ........................................................ 5 ATTITUDE (SAFETY) Withdrawals .............................................................. 6 Student Behavior ................................................... 30 Testing ..................................................................... 6 Testing Students With Regard to the Use of Alcohol Criterion-Referenced Testing ................................... 6 and Illegal Chemical Substances .................... 31 Copyright Policy ....................................................... 7 Gun-Free Schools Student Suspension Policy ...... 34 Instructional Materials Selection and Review ........... 8 Weapons Policy ..................................................... 35 Site Intervention Teams ............................................ 8 Violent Offenses .................................................... 37 Child Find/Identification, Location, and Evaluation ... 9 Student Possession, Use or Distribution of Alcohol Special Education ................................................... 10 and Illegal Drugs .............................................. 37 English Language Development Program (ELD) .... 10 Electronic Wireless Devices/Cell Phones .............. 38 Gifted Program ....................................................... 11 Internet Based Instruction: Supplemental Online Homebound Programs ........................................... 11 Courses ............................................................ 39 Tutoring and Other Services .................................. 11 Internet Policy ........................................................ 39 Counselors ............................................................. 11 Harassment, Bullying, and Intimidation .................. 43 District Wide Parental Involvement (Parents’ Bill Sexual Harassment ............................................... 44 of Rights) .......................................................... 11 Corporal Punishment ............................................. 46 Parent/Guardian Notification and Opt-Out ............. 14 Damage to School Property ................................... 46 Notification of Rights Under FERPA ....................... 15 Fighting .................................................................. 46 Psychiatric or Psychological Examinations ............. 17 Stealing .................................................................. 46 Notification of Threat to Self or Others ................... 17 Hall Courtesy ......................................................... 46 Parent/Guardian Concerns ..................................... 17 Public Display of Affection ..................................... 46 Expenses ................................................................ 18 Student Identification Requirement ........................ 47 Cost of School Supplies ......................................... 18 Dress Code ............................................................ 47 Lost/Damaged Books ............................................. 18 Transportation Policy ............................................. 48 ACTIVITIES & ARTS Distribution by Students of Written materials in School Facilities ............................................... 49 Extracurricular Activities Contract ........................... 18 Disciplinary Options ............................................... 51 Field Trips .............................................................. 18 Recharge Detention ............................................... 52 Guidelines for School Activity and Athletic Uniforms, PM Detention ......................................................... 52 Costumes, Attire, and Performances ................ 19 Friday School Service (FSS) .................................. 52 Extracurricular Eligibility Requirements .................. 19 In-House Intervention ............................................. 52 Participation ........................................................... 19 Out-Of-School Suspension .................................... 53 District Community Education after School Behavior or Conduct Which May Result in Enrichment Program ......................................... 20 Suspension ...................................................... 53 Enrollment .............................................................. 20 Student Restrictions During Out-of-School Arrival and Dismissal .............................................. 20 Suspension or During other Disciplinary or Attendance ............................................................. 20 Correctional Measures ..................................... 58 Emergency Weather Days/JPS Holidays ............... 20 Policy for the Suspension of Students with Medication ............................................................. 21 Disabilities ........................................................ 58 Payments ............................................................... 21 Search Policy ......................................................... 59 Confiscated Property
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