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Student HandbookHebron Middle School Daily School Schedule 2005-2006Homeroom + Breakfast 7:30 - 8:00
7: 30 - Building opens Students must sign-in after 8:00. Any student arriving between 8:00-8:55 or leaving between 1:50-2:45 will be counted as tardy. Any student signing out between 8:55-1:50 will be counted % day absent Disclosure: Please be advised: Student handbook and county insert were published June 1, 2005. Policies, rules, and regulations are subject to change. MISSION STATEMENT OF HEBRON MIDDLE SCHOOLThe mission of Hebron Middle School is to provide an environment of discovery that inspires our students to be knowledgeable, self-reliant, and successful in a changing world. General Information Section Hebron offers traditional academic subjects and activities including Math, Science, Language Arts, Reading, and Social Studies. I-LEAP classes are offered to qualified students and other enrichment classes are taken when the schedule permits. Art, Music, Band, Humanities, and Health & Wellness are also offered. Hebron has a complete library and media center for use by students, teachers, and parents. Daily announcements are made on the intercom system. All students may try out for basketball, track, academic, and cheerleading teams. Our counselors provide guidance services as well as group and individual counseling, career exploration and appropriate referrals to community agencies. There are numerous councils and clubs including Student Council and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Hebron students have a fine tradition of helping with charitable events. Additional opportunities include: career education, alcohol, and drug prevention, special education, health and school-community programs.
School CancellationListen to WHAS Radio at 6:00 am and 6:30 am. Do not call the school, Principals, or the Board of Education. Physical ExaminationsAll pupils shall undergo medical examinations as required by Kentucky Administrative Regulations. Except. as otherwise provided in KRS 214.036, all pupils shall present a valid immunization certificate upon enrollment in school. Pupils may be exempted from immunization by a written, sworn statement of the parents' objections on religious grounds. All 6th grade students must have a physical, 2nd MMR, hepatitis B shots (new state requirement in 2001: Hebron's policy is that students must have two hepatitis B shots before the first day of school) and valid immunization certificate or written evidence of an appointment before they can be enrolled. All students who are trying out for basketball or track must have a physical before they try out. The 6th grade physical will be accepted for the athletic physical the 6th grade year. MedicationMedication should be given at home when possible. Internal medicine, including aspirin, shall not be kept at school for the purpose of administering to pupils. Antiseptic and other appropriate emergency medications shall be maintained in the first aid kit. All medication must be brought to the secretary to keep in the office, except for a principal approved exception for medication such as an asthma inhaler (this need should be indicated on the medication form). Pupils may take prescription medication which is brought from home with written physician's or dentist's written authorization request, provided the following conditions are met: 1) Medication shall be brought to school in the original prescription container. 2) Information listed on the container shall include the student's name, date, the name and prescribed dosage of the medicine. 3.) Students taking prescription drugs while at school or at a school related activity must register their medication with the Principal's office. Changes in dosage and/or times of administration must be accompanied by a written order from the physician or a new prescription bottle from the pharmacy. Prior to medication being administered at school, a Permission Form for Prescribed Medication (available at school) must be fully completed and notarized. Please note: The faculty and staff at Hebron are not equipped nor qualified to take a child's temperature or to determine the nature of his/her illness or injury.
Early dismissal from schoolNo student shall be dismissed early from school without permission from the Principal or the Principal's designee. Any student who leaves the school grounds without permission from the Principal shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including assignment to ISAP or suspension. No student shall be dismissed early from school without permission from the parent. Only the person listed on the student's emergency sheet may pick up the student If the student is to be picked up, the parent/guardian or parental designee shall report to the Principal's office. A student also may be released to a person with lawful authority to take custody of the student (i.e., a police officer with a warrant). In such case, the student's parent shall be notified at the earliest opportunity. AttendanceAbsences and ExcusesPupils are required to attend, regularly and punctually, the school in which they are enrolled. Absences are monitored on a daily basis and a phone call is made to the home or work of the parent of the absent student. Parents are encouraged to call school if their child is going to be absent (we do have an answering machine). A parent or doctor's note is needed for all absent situations: a full day or part of a day. Any pupil who has been absent from school without valid excuse for three (3) days or more, or tardy three (3) days or more, is a truant. A pupil who has been reported as a truant three (3) or more times is a habitual truant. A student with more than three unexcused absences will receive a letter stating dates. A pupil will again receive a letter at five and seven unexcused absences. At six unexcused absences, a referral will be sent to DPP (Department of Pupil Personnel) and a truancy referral will be made to the courts. Parent/Official Notes: Notes from parents for excused absences will be accepted six times. After six parental notes, an official note (doctor, judge, etc.) will be required to excuse an absence. A note containing the student's name, date of absence, reason for absence, and the parent/guardian signature must be presented to the attendance clerk upon the student's return to school. The attendance clerk will verify questionable official notes and altered notes will not be accepted. The clerk will give the student an "admit to class" note that will indicate if the absence is excused. The student will present the note to each teacher Tardies: Students arriving late to or leaving early from school are tardy. Tardies are excused if parent states an excusable reason on the sign-in / sign-out sheet. Students who accumulate 3 unexcused tardies (morning or afternoon) will be assigned after school detention. Excused: An excused absence or tardy is one for which work may be made up, such as: 1) Death or severe illness in the pupil's immediate family 2) Illness of the pupil 3) Participation in school related activities approved by the Principal 4) Other valid reasons as determined by the Principal. Unexcused:For an unexcused absence or tardy, any makeup work will be given/accepted at the discretion of the teachers. Sign in ProcedureWhen a student is late for school (after 8:00), he/she must sign in the office with the school secretary. VisitorsVisitors are welcome at any time. However, all visitors must report to the administrative office upon entering the school or school grounds. All visitors are to sign in at the office. Unauthorized persons in the building or on the school grounds should be reported immediately to the office. Parents wishing to visit classes must schedule visit at least 24 hours in advance with the teacher or principal. Classroom observation must not interfere with the learning environment Students are not to bring mends from other schools to HMS during the school day. Non-bused Students Arrival / DepartureThe building opens at 7:30 am and students will be admitted into the building at that time. Students must not be on school property prior to that time, as supervision is not provided. Students on the property before the designated time will be subject to disciplinary action. Parents must notify the school if their child is not a bus rider. Students not riding a bus will exit the building on the 2 bell, approximately 5 minutes after the 1st bell. Car riders will exit the building through the gym to the parking lot. Persons picking up car riders must circle around next to building to pick up students so they do not cross a traffic area. Walkers will exit the building by the front doors and leave school property immediately. BicyclesStudents may ride bicycles to school and park them in the front of the school in the bicycle rack with a lockable chain. The student must have a note on file giving permission to ride a bicycle to school. Release of students/student information to divorced, separated, or single parentsThe Board shall release the student or information concerning the student to a parent, guardian, or individual acting as a parent of a student in the absence of a parent or guardian unless the school has been provided with evidence that there is a state law or court order governing such matters as divorce, separation or custody, or a legally binding document which provides instruction to the contrary. Release of the student or information concerning the student coming from a single parent or a divorced/separated parent will be accomplished according to the following procedures: Unless the school has been informed and given evidence of state law or court order concerning the status of the student: 1. Both parents shall have equal access to any information concerning the student. 2. Both parents shall have the right to release of the student under their care. Parents-Teacher ConferencesPlease call the school secretary to arrange a conference. Each teacher has a planning period and the conference should be arranged during this time. Student Grade ReportingStudent grades on the report cards consist of grades as percents and letter grades based on individual ability and academic performance. Report cards will be issued on a 9-week basis. Grades will be given for each course in which a student is enrolled. Each teacher will explain the grading system used in class, and will send a letter home to parents explaining the grading system Conduct grades are also given in each course. Please be aware that middle school teachers have 150 or more students and due to the numbers of students, contact may not be as often as in the elementary schools. Honor Roll Students will be recognized for the Honor Roll if they have all A's on their report cards or the AfB honor roll if they have all A's and B's on their report card. A C in conduct or any other grade will exclude a student from the Honor Roll. All fines/fees/charges must be paid before the final report card is issued. HomeworkHomework is deemed extremely important at Hebron Middle School. The teaching team will determine specific types and length of assignments. Parents can be of particular assistance to their child by checking the agenda for homework assignments each night. Promotion / Retention PolicyStudents must achieve passing grades in all classes in order to be promoted to the next grade. Should a student fail to pass one or two classes, summer school will be required to pass to the next grade. Failure of more than two classes will result in retention in the same grade. The student's instructional team will make final decision on grade placement. Extended School ServicesExtended School Services will be available for Hebron students during the 2005-2006 school year. The ESS Committee will determine the times, the days, and the requirements for this program at a later date. Make-up workMake-up work will be arranged through the teacher until a student has missed 2 days. After a student has missed 2 days, parents may call the school before 9:00 am and homework can be picked up after 2:30 p.m.. For excused absences, one day of make-up time will be granted for each day missed with one additional day. If a student is present when a long-term project is assigned but absent in the interim, the project is due on the scheduled day or the day he/she returns to school. At the discretion of the teacher involved, work may be made up for unexcused absences. Projects or homework assigned prior to suspension shall be accepted for credit. Students shall be responsible for submitting assignments due during the time of suspension. Long term projects assigned during the suspension and due at a later date shall be accepted. Work assigned and due during suspension shall not be accepted. Parent, Teacher, Student AssociationHebron has an excellent PTSA and it serves a wonderful purpose for our school. Parents and students may join and become involved-you are welcome here. Volunteer Program Dedicated volunteers can be found doing almost everything from serving as teachers' aides and library aides to dispensing fluoride treatment. If you have skills OJ time to donate and helping others helps you feel good, please call the school and ask for our Volunteer Coordinator. Our volunteers are very important to us and serve a vital part in our school. Return volunteer/confirmation sheet. Student CouncilHebron has an active student council including student representatives from each homeroom. The council sponsors dances, charity drives, other various activities, and has input to the principal regarding decisions made which affect our school. Sports-AthleticsAll interscholastic and intramural athletic competition shall be in compliance with the constitution, bylaws, and tournament rules of the Kentucky High School Athletic Association and all local procedures. All athletic practices and events shall be under the direct supervision of a qualified employee of the Board of Education. Each student must pass a medical examination as a prerequisite to eligibility for interscholastic athletics. A student is eligible to participate in athletics the first year at each grade level - for a total of three years eligibility. If a student is retained, he/she may not participate the following year. Any student who is a contestant on any other than a middle school team at any time during an athletic season shall be ineligible to represent any middle school in that sport for the remainder of the season. No high school activity shall prevent a middle school student from participating in a sport in season at the middle school. Hebron also supports grade and discipline eligibility as established by coaches at the beginning of the year. Student SuppliesMost of the student's instructional materials will be furnished with money made available from state and local funds. Pencils and paper may be bought at the front of the building from a machine or at the bookstore. Supplies for Art may be purchased and the materials will be the property of the student. Some teachers may have a list of prices for projects. Students will receive a receipt every time money is collected. Lunch and Breakfast PricesLunch $1.75 Reduced Price $.40 Adult $3.00 Breakfast $1.00 Reduced Price $.30 Adult $2.00 (Subject to Change) The lunch charge policy will be sent home with students at the start of the year. Telephone UseThe telephone is for emergency use only and the student must obtain a note from the teacher to go to the office. He/she will give the secretary the information needed and she will call home for the student. Students will not be called to the phone from class, except in an identified emergency. Locks and LockersLockers are the property of Hebron Middle School not the students. The homeroom teachers will assign lockers once all required forms are returned from the entire homeroom. Students must share a locker with one other person. Students may not change locker partners or change lockers at any time during the school year without approval of the homeroom teacher. Students may not move to a locker outside of their team. Homeroom teachers may check lockers periodically. Teams will set locker break times during the day. Students must provide their own combination lock. The combination must be registered with the homeroom teacher. Keep your locker neat and never tell or give your locker combination to anyone other than your locker partner. You are responsible for your locker and locker privileges maybe revoked for mistreatment of a HMS locker. If you do not keep a lock on your locker, you are responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items. Do not write in or on the locker. You are responsible for items in your locker; if your partner keeps something in violation of the rules, it is your duty to confidentially report this to the principals. Each team will develop locker schedules to be followed by their students. Student Money and PropertyStudents must not bring large amounts of money or any expensive item such as jewelry or articles of clothing to school. Lockers are not a safe place to store any item of large value. The school cannot be responsible for lost or stolen items. Please put names in jackets and coats. Be sure to engrave your name or social security number on calculators or other items brought to school. GiftsStudents and parents are discouraged from giving gifts to school staff members. Letters of thanks are appreciated and treasured. Fire DrillsThere shall be at least 2 fire exit drills the first 2 weeks of a school term and one each calendar month thereafter while school is in session. The route of exit is to be posted in all classrooms and other areas where students assemble.
Tornado Drills Tornado drills are to be held during the first full month of the school year and in February, March, and April. Designated safety areas and the route thereto are to be posted in all classrooms and other areas where students assemble. Earthquake Drills The current plan calls for all students to "drop and cover," under tables or against a wall, then evacuate the building as in a fire drill to assemble where assigned by the teacher. Emergency Intruder Drills A minimum of three drills each year will be conducted in order to be prepared in the event of an intruder in the building or other emergency. Search and Seizure *No pupil's outer clothing, pockets or his/her personal effects shall be searched by authorized personnel unless there is a reasonable suspicion that the search will reveal evidence that the pupil has violated or is violating a school rule or the law. *Students who fail to cooperate with school authorities when requested shall be subject to other disciplinary action. *The school and the pupil jointly hold property such as lockers and desks. School authorities have the right to and will conduct general inspection of all such property on a regular basis. During these inspections items that are school property may be collected. Students should not expect privacy of items left in such locations. A single desk or locker may be searched if reasonable suspicion exists to believe that evidence of a violation of the law or a school rule is contained therein. *Illegal items or other possessions reasonably determined by proper school authorities to be a threat to the pupil's safety or to others' safety and security would be seized by school officials. *A staff member may temporarily remove from the pupil's possession any item(s) that may be used to disrupt or interfere with the educational process. Such items may be returned to the pupil by the staff member or through the Principal's office. All items that have been seized shall be turned over to the proper authorities or returned to the true owner as per board policy.
Student Discipline CodeGood discipline guides the conduct of students in a way that permits the orderly and efficient operation of Hebron Middle School as we all work together to achieve maximum educational benefits for our students. Good order, propriety of deportment and attire, and cleanliness of person and attire are required of every pupil. Every student is expected to obey the directions of the teachers and other school personnel~ to be diligent in study, and to be respectful to teachers and schoolmates. The Bullitt County Discipline Code shall be followed. The rules that follow apply to conduct on the school premises, on school buses, in situations involving school property, at school related activities off school premises which directly affect other students or the school, as well as at school functions of any kind. All students are responsible for knowing and observing these rules. Violation of these rules shall result in corrective discipline action. Discipline at Hebron Middle School is designed to help students become successful and cooperative members of our school and community, as well as to ensure order and safety. Discrimination/Harassment/BullyingHebron Middle School follows the Discrimination/Harassment/Bullying Policy established by Bullitt County Schools. Parents and students will find the definition, examples, and disciplinary procedure on page 32 of the Bullitt County Public Schools Code of Student Behavior and Discipline Handbook, which was provided to all students upon enrollment at Hebron Middle School. Top Ten RulesThe following rules cover most situations a student will encounter at Hebron Middle School.
Misconduct ConsequencesPanther Reports that are a result of ticket violations should be turned in to the principal's mailbox by the person giving the Report Panther Reports (other than ticket violations) should be sent with the student to the office. Depending on the severity and/or frequency of the infraction, one or more of the following consequences may occur. I. Teacher Warning 2. Lowering of Conduct Grade 3. Note in Agenda (Should be signed by parent) 4. HMS. Ticket*** 5. Panther Report * 6. Parent Conference 7. Team ISAP 8. Team Detention** 9. School Detention 10. School ISAP II. Saturday School 12. Suspension * Any staff member or volunteer can give a Panther Report Panther Reports that are the result of Ticket violations should be turned in to the office. Panther Reports, not due to Tickets, should be sent to the office with the student immediately. ** Individual teams may have their own detention or Team-ISAP. During detention, the consequences can be written or service related. Failure to comply with Team consequences will result in an office referral. *** Ticket Consequences: 1. Written Warning 2. Parent Contact -3. Team ISAP 4. Team Detention 5. Panther Report Administration may handle Panther Reports in any or all of these ways: I. Warning / Reprimand 2. After School Detention - Parent must provide a ride home at 3:45 p.m.) 3. In School Alternative Program (ISAP) - Cross-team or school 4. Official Referral (Probation, warning, reimbursement, cleaning duty, etc.) 5. Saturday School 6. Suspension - out of school. 7. Court involvement. 8. Recommendation for expulsion t Notes .Violation of posted lSAP rules will result in a suspension. Students assigned to ISAP on days of special activities - during or after school - will NOT be allowed to attend or participate (such as field trips, dances, skate parties, etc). . Students assigned to school ISAP are required to complete the work for that day. The student's daily work will be sent to the student while in ISAP. . Parent signatures are needed on all Panther Reports, Detention Notices, and ISAP Referrals to enhance parental involvement in the discipline process. . Due Process requires that the student be given oral or written notice of the charges against him/her prior to suspensIon. Zero Tolerance Discipline Policy There are five categories that are included in the Bullitt County Discipline Code: 1. Alcohol, Drugs, Controlled Substances (including "look-alike" substances) 2. Dangerous Weapons 3. Assaultive Behavior (Fighting or intimidation through violence) 4. Vandalism and Theft 5. Tobacco tobacco Products Any violation of a Zero Tolerance category will result in at least suspension, along with other consequences noted in the BuIlitt County Discipline Code. A more detailed explanation will be in the Bullitt County Public Schools Code of Acceptable Behavior and Discipline handbook All students are issued the Discipline Code upon enrollment Conduct on School Bus Pupils shall conform to transportation rules and regulations prescribed by state statutes, and by state and local regulations. Instruction in bus conduct and safety shall be provided to all transported students. Instruction shall include the following rules: 1. Pupils shall wait at their assigned bus stop off the roadway and shall remain there until the driver has stopped the bus, opened the entrance door, and signaled the pupils to enter the bus. 2. Pupils shall not cross the roadway when entering the school bus until signaled by the driver to do so. 3. If students are required to cross the roadway when entering or leaving the school bus crossings shall be made in front of the bus. Pupils shall cross approximately 10 feet in front of the bus in order that the bus driver may see them. 4. When pupils enter the bus, they shall proceed directly to a seat. 5. Pupils shall remain seated until the bus has come to a complete stop. 6. Pupils shall not extend their arms, legs, or head out the bus windows. 7. Pupils shall not change from one seat to another while the bus is in motion unless given permission by the bus driver. Pupils shall not create noise on the bus to the extent that it might distract the bus driver or to the extent that it might interfere with the driver's ability to hear the signals of emergency vehicles or an approaching train.The driver will report misconduct to the Principal. Students who persist in misbehavior will be suspended from the bus. Drivers turn in behavior reports to the Principals who report misbehavior to parents by a note. Bus Zones: Cars are not to enter the bus zone between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM or from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM Students who ride in cars must be let out at the West side of the building and walk across the front of the building to enter. When picking up car riders in the afternoon, drivers must park on the West side of the building and pick up students who exit through the gym (The parent of students who do not ride the bus must have a note on file with the principal). Bus Changes If a student wishes to temporarily ride a bus other than the one to which he/she is assigned they must bring a note from a parent stating the student's name, the bus the student desires to ride, and the reason or the request. It must be submitted to the office:e before or during homeroom. The secretary will verify the note and provide the student with a bus change slip. Bus change slips will not be given if the student fails to follow this policy or if parent confirmation cannot be gained. Bus Evacuation Drills BusEvacuation drills will be held 2 times a semester. All drills will consist of the following: 1. Front door evacuation 2. Rear door evacuation 3. Front and rear door evacuation The driver is always in charge and students must listen to his/her instructions! All students will participate in bus drills. Lunchroom Rules1. Students will sit in assigned areas for their class and will not roam the lunchroom. 2. Students will remain in their seats. The lunch monitor or administrator will dismiss them when it is time to return their lunch trays. Students must have permission to leave their seats for any other reason. 3. Each student is responsible for the condition of his/her area on and under the table. 4. No pushing or running in the lunchroom. s. Soft drinks are not allowed in the lunchroom. 6. Throwing food, 'paper, etc. is not allowed. 7. Lunchroom monitors and lunchroom workers are to be obeyed at all times. 8. Have money or ticket ready when you go through the lunch line. 9. No food, drinks, or other items are to be removed from the lunchroom. 10. Breaking lunchroom rules may result in disciplinary action. Pledge of AllegianceEach student enrolled in the public schools of Bullitt County shall be given an opportunity to participate in the Pledge of Allegiance at the commencement of each school day. The Pledge is recited on a voluntary basis. Pupils who choose not to recite the pledge shall stand silently and respectfully during the pledge. Sexual HarassmentBullitt County Policy does not permit sexual harassment in any form. When a student perceives that he/she has been harassed it must be reported to the proper authority such as a Counselor or a Principal. Types of behavior that may be perceived as sexual harassment include but is not Iimited to: unwanted touching, name calling, sexual jokes, obscene messages, flipping bra straps, letters or notes of a sexual nature, or any action perceived to be sexually suggestive. Student Uniform CodeHebron Middle School students will conform to the uniform code of dress. Students not properly attired will be dealt with through normal disciplinary procedures. There is not enough room to enumerate all the things you cannot wear. The Student Uniform Code lists only what you can wear with a few of the most common infractions noted. Nothing else is acceptable. HEBRON APPROVED COLORS (for tops):White, Navy Blue, Orange, Light Blue, Light Gray approved colors, etc. student council, ,polar fleece or flannel t writing, etc. Its SHOES:No Platforms, back-less, clogs, "flip flops," or "skate" shoes solid color. no writing or logos HAT / HEAD COVERING:Not Allowed ..=l!!£!Including scarves, bandannas/bandanna-type bands, and rollers NEW STUDENTS:Students moving into school~uniform no later than 5 school days after enrollment GENERAL APPEARANCE:The wearing of any cosmetic presentation of extraordinary personal appearance or any unsanitary body condition that materially disrupts schoolwork, interrupts scholastic endeavors, or threatens the health of other students is prohibited - including but not limited to glitter, stickers, paint, perfume. etc. ENFORCEMENT:The principal who will make final decisions regarding dress must approve exceptions to this uniform policy. Any item carried or worn shaIl not be suggestive/distracting in any way, and anything that can be used as a weapon is Prohibited. Violation of the dress code will be handled through the HMS Discipline policy (which consists of HMS Tickets\. Persistent violators will be dealt with through normal office disciplinary procedures. Non-Discrimination StatementStudents, their parents, and employees of the Bullitt County Public Schools are hereby notified that this school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sex or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities set forth in Title IX, Title VI and Section 504. Any person having inquiries concerning the Bullitt County Public Schools' compliance with Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504 is directed to contact Dr. Michael Eberbaugh, Superintendent, Bullitt County Schools, 1040 Highway 44 E., Shepherdsville, KY 40165, (502) 543-2271, who has been designated by the Bullitt County Public Schools to coordinate the district's efforts to comply with Title IX, Title VI. and Section 504. An Equal Education and Opportunity Institution |