Be cooperative and respectful to all school staff and to your classmates.
	In order to provide a safe school, students will not be allowed to run, yell, push, or make inappropriate contact with other students.
	Attend all classes and be on time.
	Drugs, alcohol, tobacco products, weapons, or explosives of any kind are strictly prohibited.

	Students are expected to be honest and act with integrity at all times.
	Students may not use profane, obscene or abusive language or gestures.
	Violent behavior will not be tolerated.
	Students may not damage school property.
	Students will dress in a manner so as not to disrupt the educational process.

To ensure a safe learning environment, we operate on a “zero tolerance” policy.  In School Suspension, Out of School Suspension, and possible expulsion from school may result when students are guilty of the following infractions:

Tardies

Tardiness to school or class will not be tolerated. Unexcused tardiness to class will be dealt with according to the policy below. In addition, tardy to first period will result in driving privileges being revoked as stated below:

Consequences

1st tardy: warning by teacher

2nd tardy: conference with teacher

3rd tardy: conference with administrator

4th tardy: one day administrative lunch detention

5th tardy: Administrative referral to In School Suspension for 1 period for specific class tardy

6th tardy: Administrative referral to In School Suspension for 1 period for specific class and one day loss driving privileges if applicable

7th tardy: Administrative referral to In School Suspension for 2 periods for specific class and two days loss of driving privileges if applicable

8th tardy: Administrative referral to In School Suspension for 3 periods for specific class and three days loss of driving privileges if applicable

 

Violations beyond 8 will be dealt with by the administration as repeated acts of defiance and may result

Class Cuts

Students are expected to be in attendance to every class period of the school day. To be excused from a class period, the proper sign out procedures must be followed (see attendance). Failure to sign out properly, or a tardy to school in which 1st period is missed will be penalized as a class cut following the procedure below:

Consequences

1st offense: ISS for specific class(es) and up to 5 days loss of driving privileges

2nd offense: ISS for specific class(es) and up to 10 days loss of driving privileges

3rd offense: 5 days ISS and loss of driving privileges for 20 days or the remainder of the semester, whichever is greater

4th offense: Administrative decision

Lunch Cuts/Unauthorized Area

Due to safety concerns, students are not permitted to leave campus during their lunch break. When students leave campus during the lunch period, the following will occur. Being in an unauthorized area any time during the school day will result in the same consequences as a lunch cut. (Example: Unauthorized visitation of the parking lot or car).

Consequences

1st offense: 2 days Lunch Detention and up to 5 days loss of driving privileges

2nd offense: 3 days Lunch Detention and up to 10 days loss of driving privileges

3rd offense: Administrative decision and loss of driving privileges for 20 days or the remainder of the school year, whichever is greater

4th offense: Administrative decision

STUDENT DRESS Board Policy #3300

Caldwell County School Board of Education policy concerning dress code is quoted as follows: “PUPILS ARE EXPECTED TO BE PROPERLY DRESSED COMMENSURATE WITH THE ACTIVITIES BEING CONDUCTED. Clothing which does not meet the social standards of the community will not be allowed. Coaches of athletics and sponsors of other co-curricular activities are authorized to enforce dress code pertinent for participation in these activities.” The following rules apply to students at ALLHIGH SCHOOLS IN CALDWELL COUNTY:

	The shoulder width of female shirts must completely cover undergarments. Halter tops, tank tops, spaghetti strap tops without shirts underneath, crop tops, midriffs, tops with slit sides, half shirts without a shirt underneath, biker shorts, jeans that are torn or have holes, or tight-fitting garments will not be allowed.
	Male shirts shall have sleeves (no exceptions).
	Net shirts, bare midriffs, backless, low necklines or other revealing attire are not acceptable for either sex.
	The length of dresses, skirts and shorts will extend below the fingertips when arms and hands are fully extended at the sides, AND, will be no more than four (4) inches above the knee while standing.Pants, shorts, and skirts must be worn at the waist and undergarments must not be exposed.
	Headgear, hats, hoods, and bandanas are not to be worn, brought, or carried in the school building or worn on the yellow school buses. Items worn may be confiscated by the administration.
	No clothing, jewelry or accessories with letters, initials, symbols or wording that is obscene, threatening, dangerous, offensive, inflammatory, distractive, disruptive or detrimental to the instructional process is allowed. This includes attire that displays alcoholic beverages, drugs, and tobacco products or promotes violence, hatred or intolerance.
	Hair colors deemed a distraction by administration are not permitted.
	Shoes are to be worn at all times.
	No chains—deemed inappropriate by administration or by SRO (ex. Wallets with chains or necklaces). No spike bracelets or necklaces.
	No pacifiers, candy necklaces—paraphernalia related to Rave Drugs.
	No holes above the knees unless they are fully patched.
	Gang apparel is not permitted. Gang items are not allowed. (Bandanas, beads, chains, etc.)
	Bedroom shoes, and pajamas / lounge pants are not to be worn.
	Sunglasses are not to be worn in the building.
	Coats or over-sized garments, which can be used to conceal weapons, drugs, or contraband, are not allowed.
	Students are not permitted to take blankets into classrooms.
	Students may wear attire that includes the Confederate Flag, so long as the attire does not contain language, or other content, which is inflammatory, threatening, hateful, obscene, demeaning, or promote racial disharmony. Violation of these provisions will result in strong penalties, including, but not limited to, out-of-school suspension. (District MEMO: dated March 21, 2004)

School officials have the authority and responsibility to determine whether a student’s appearance satisfies the intent of this policy. Anything that disrupts the learning environment will be deemed unacceptable.  The administration will ask the student to change or adjust clothing as necessary.

 CONSEQUENCES – School administrators have established procedures to handle students who are in noncompliance with this policy.  Such procedures may include disciplinary action, including suspension from school.

Students who are dressed inappropriately will not be allowed to attend class. This will be an unexcused absence.

Cheating      

It is imperative that students conduct themselves with utmost integrity.  Lying, cheating, plagiarism and other dishonest activities will not be tolerated.  Scholastic dishonesty includes but is not limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, or unauthorized collaboration with another person in preparing written work.

Consequences   

Cheating will result in a grade of 0 on the assignment regardless of whether the student is caught giving or receiving information.  The teacher will inform parents of the incident and the consequences.  The documentation of the incident will be given to administration to be recorded in the student’s discipline file.  Such records may have an adverse effect on academic honors, athletic standing and certain scholarship opportunities.  Subsequent offenses will result in further disciplinary actions including ISS or OSS.

Presenting Forged Notes

Students shall not present forged excuse notes of any type.

Consequences:

First Offense:  2 days ISS

Second Offense:  3 days ISS

Third Offense:  1 day OSS, also loss of driving privileges when applicable

Inappropriate Use of Computer (Internet)

Students shall operate computers only with permission and under the supervision of the teacher.  Students will be held responsible for any inappropriate materials or actions.  All students must sign an Internet Acceptable Use Agreement.

 Consequences

Students may be banned from computer use for up to 365 days.

Electronic Equipment

Cellular hones, radios, pages, etc., can be disruptive to the educational atmosphere, and are valuables, which may be lost of stolen.  Hibriten High School is not responsible for the loss or theft of these items.

Students who have cell phones on school premises must keep them turned OFF and out of sight during the school day (from arrival at school until the dismissal bell).  Students may use their cell phones for emergencies with PRIOR permissionn of an administrator or teacher, and during their lunch outside of building.  Visible and ringing phones and pages disrupt the educational process and will be confiscated by teachers or administrators.

Consequences

1st offense:  Teacher confiscates item / items until end of class period

2nd offense:  Item / Items turned in to administrator to be picked up by student at end of day

3rd offense:  Item / Items turned in to administrator to be picked up by parent by 4:30

Repeat offenders will have their electronic devices confiscated for the remainder of the school year. 

Disrespect to Staff / Disruptive Behavior

The school’s staff is assigned the responsibility of maintaining order and providing an instructional environment that promotes learning.  Their ability to perform these tasks shall not be diminished by disrespectful acts, intentional disobedience or verbal and physical assaults. Students shall not engage in conduct that is disruptive of any school activity, function or process, or is dangerous to the health, welfare or safety of themselves or others.   The teacher and administrator will jointly address cases of disrespect or refusal to obey reasonable directions.

Consequences

When appropriate, the incident will be reported to law enforcement authorities for their action. The administrator shall have discretion in cases of disrespect or refusal to obey reasonable directions.  However, intentional, severe or habitual acts shall be subject to out-of-school suspension.

Intentional assault/battery may result in a ten-day Out-of-School suspension and possible recommendation for long-term suspension or expulsion.  When appropriate, the incident will be reported to law enforcement authorities for their action.

Profane or Abusive Language

Students shall not use profane, obscene, or abusive language / gestures.  Inviting to fight, communicating a threat or verbally intimidating, extorting, blackmailing or substantially invading the rights of others, etc., shall be considered to be abusive.

Consequences

For initial and repeat violations the administrator shall have discretion, which may include ISS or OSS.  When appropriate, the incident will be reported to law enforcement authorities for their action.

 Bullying

Students have the right to learn in a safe environment and not be intimidated or harassed.  School bullying undermines the academic mission of school, jeopardizes the safety of school, and hostile and dangerous acts of harassment and abuse can victimize students.  Bullying will not be tolerated at any time.  Retaliation in any form against any individual that reports a valid complaint of bullying or is a corroborating witness will not be tolerated.  It is the duty of all teachers, including student teachers, substitute teachers, teacher assistants, and all school staff to maintain good order and discipline, and to report and intervene in all acts of bullying.

Consequences

ISS or OSS as determined by Administrator.  Repeat violations may result in long-term suspension.  When appropriate, the incident will be reported to law enforcement authorities for their action.

Inappropriate Interpersonal Behavior

Public displays of affection as determined by school personnel are not allowed.  Examples are kissing, inappropriate touching, inappropriate hugging, sitting in laps, etc.

Consequences            

Conference with student and parent / guardian.  Administrator shall have discretion, which may include ISS or OSS.

Sexual Misconduct and Harassment

Unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature directed by a student toward another student constitutes a violation of Board policy on student conduct and constitutes a basis for discipline, including but not limited to suspension or expulsion depending on the nature, severity, and extent of such conduct.  The incident will be reported to law enforcement authorities for their action.  

Gambling

Students shall not gamble or participate in games of chance involving payoffs of any kind.

Consequences

For initial and repeat violations the administration shall have discretion, which may include In School Suspension or Out of School Suspension.

Stealing or Damage to Property

Students shall not steal or damage school property or property of others.  School property would include textbooks, buildings, equipment, grounds, furnishings, buses, etc.

Consequences

For initial and repeated violations the administrator shall have discretion, which may include environmental services, restitution, ISS, or OSS.  When appropriate the incident will be reported to law enforcement authorities for their action.

Making a False Report of an Emergency

Students shall not activate any fire alarm unless authorized to do so by school employees, or unless there are reasonable grounds for the student to believe an actual emergency condition exists.  At no time shall a student call in or in any other manner communicate a false report concerning a bomb, other explosive device, or any emergency situation. 

Consequences

Law enforcement officials shall be notified and the student may be subject to suspension or expulsion. 

Fireworks or Explosives

Possession or use on school property or at school events is prohibited.

Consequences

Possession shall result in the administrator’s discretion, which may include ISS or OSS.  Exploding or attempting to explode these devices shall result in a 1 to 5 days OSS based on the circumstances.  Depending on the severity, long-term suspension and law enforcement involvement may be necessary.

Use of Seclusion & Restraint (Board Policy #3320)

“It is the policy of the Caldwell County Board Of Education to promote the safety of all students, staff, and visitors in its schools.  To further this policy, school personnel may, in compliance with G.S. 115C-391.1 and state and local policies and procedures, employ reasonable restraint and seclusion techniques with students.”

Fighting/Assault       

A student shall not fight with fellow students or others.  Students who are guilty of encouraging, promoting, or instigating fights are subject to the same consequences as other participants. 

Consequences

All incidents will be reported to law enforcement authorities for their action

1st offense:  5 days out-of-school suspension

2nd offense:  10 days out-of-school suspension with a recommendation for long-term                              suspension

Possession/Use of Tobacco or Tobacco Products 

The Caldwell County Board of Education believes the use of tobacco or tobacco products is injurious to health; therefore, students shall not possess or use tobacco products while on school property or during school sponsored events.  Possession of a lighter will result in the same consequences.  During restroom use, there should be only one student at a time in a stall. Violation of this rule will result in the same consequences.

Consequences

1st offense:  2 days In School Suspension

2nd offense:  3 days In School Suspension

3rd offense:  1 day Out of School Suspension

4th offense:  2 days Out of School Suspension

5th offense:  Administrative decision

Possession of Weapon

No student shall use, possess, or carry, whether openly or concealed, any gun, rifle, pistol, dynamite cartridge, bomb, grenade, mine, powerful explosive as defined in N.C.G.S. 14-284.1, knife (including pocket), dirk, dagger, slingshot, can switchblade knife, blackjack, metallic knuckles, club, stick, or any other substance, material or instrument which may cause bodily harm or is used against another, while on school property, on buses, or at any school function, wherever held.

Consequences

Any student who brings a weapon onto school property may be suspended for 365 days per N.C.G.S. 115C-391.  In all cases, law enforcement authorities and parents shall be notified immediately.  Possession of weapons and use of objects as weapons may result in short or long term suspension or expulsion at the discretion of the administrator based on the age of the student, the type of weapon and its use.

1^st offense:   5 days out-of-school suspension

2^nd offense:  10 days out-of-school suspension with recommendation for long-term                                 suspension

Drug and Alcohol Use Board Policy #3310

Caldwell County School Board of Education policy prohibits the use of drugs and alcohol on all school properties, vehicles, and at school events / activities.  Students shall not possess, use, sell, distribute or be under the influence of prohibited substances which include intoxicating liquors, controlled substances, counterfeit controlled substances, chemical compounds that will induce a condition of intoxication, or drug paraphernalia.  In addition, over-the-counter drugs and prescription drugs must be administered according to the medication procedure policy found on page 30 of this handbook.

Consequences:

For possession or attempting to possess; for use or for attempting to use; or for under the influence:

First offense     three to ten-day out-of-school suspension and a recommendation to the superintendent that the student be suspended for the remainder of the school year.  However, the recommendation may be waived if the student and the student’s parent(s) agree to attend and successfully complete an alcohol and / or drug abuse education and / or intervention program at the student’s and parent’s expense.  The student may also be prosecuted under the juvenile or criminal laws of this state.

Second offense    for a second offense during a student’s public school career, a 10 day out-of-school suspension, and a recommendation that the student be expelled.  However, the student may apply for re-admission to the regular school program at the beginning of the next semester more than 45 school days after the date of the expulsion under the following conditions:

1.      The student enrolled in and successfully completed an alcohol and / or drug abuse intervention program at the student’s and parent’s expense;

2.      The student and his / her parents agree to mandatory drug testing of the student upon re-admission and during each semester with the understanding that in the event of a positive drug or alcohol test the student will be subject to expulsion.

The appropriate law enforcement agency shall be notified of all drug related incidents.  The student also may be prosecuted under the juvenile or criminal laws of this state.

For possession with intent to sell, deliver, or transfer:

First offense  ten day out-of-school suspension and recommendation to the superintendent that the student be expelled.  Serious consideration shall be given by school and law enforcement officials to initiating a juvenile petition or a criminal prosecution.  However, the student may apply for re-admission to the regular school program after one calendar year under the following conditions:

1. The student enrolled in and successfully completed an alcohol and / or drug abuse intervention program at the student’s and parent’s expense;

2. The student and his / her parents agree to mandatory drug testing of the student upon re-admission and during each semester with the understanding that in the event of a positive drug or alcohol test the student will be subject to expulsion.

Second offense  ten day out-of-school suspension and a recommendation to the superintendent that the student be expelled.  If expelled, the student will not be readmitted.

Other  In addition to the above disciplinary actions, any student suspended from school for a violation of this policy shall not be allowed to participate in athletics and extra-curricular activities for a minimum of thirty school days.  A student may be suspended or expelled from an extra-curricular activity for a longer time period at the discretion of the principal or the principal’s designee.