Alcohol Policy 

Students’ use, possession, distribution, sale, or being under the influence of alcohol on any school grounds or at any school function (home or away) is strictly prohibited. 

DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION / POSSESSION 

•  (1st Offense)-Alternative School placement for a minimum of 45 days 

• (2nd Offense) a minimum of 60 days  

• SRO contacted for Juvenile Court Petition

• Suspended from all school activities 

Warren County High School Annex is an extension of Warren County High School. 

Students attend during the same school hours and follow the same attendance policy as at WCHS. Students work at a pace and earn credits toward a regular high school diploma. There is a separate graduation ceremony for the Annex students.

Annex applications are available in the guidance office. Priority is given to seniors, but juniors may also apply. Counselors review the academic requirements and submit the applications to the annex for approval.

Specifics:

>Students who are in the 5th year of high school and have not yet graduated will attend

   the Annex as of the first day of their 5th year of high school. 

>Students who are retained to the 11th grade and are in their 4th year of high school will

   be referred to the Annex and enrolled at the Annex per principal instruction.

 

STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND TARDIES

 

ATTENDANCE REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES: Attendance is one of the most important factors in student achievement; therefore, students are expected to be present each day that school is in session. In the event of an absence, the student is responsible for making up all work missed.

 

I.   ABSENCES

Students who are returning to school after an absence must bring a note from their parent or guardian explaining the absence.  The note should be turned into the Sign In/Out office.  Failure to do so within three (3) days will result in those days being unexcused absences and students will not be allowed to make up work.  

1. Parent notes are acceptable up to five (5) per year.  Any note from parent/guardian will be considered a parent note.  One parent note will excuse one day’s absence. 

2. Legal notes are required after five (5) parent notes have been used during a school year. 

3. Unexcused absences/Tardies include but are not limited to (parent note not accepted):  

   1. Truancy

   2.       Car trouble/lack of transportation

   3.    Job interviews

   4. Oversleeping

   5. Working

   6. Driver’s license 

   7. Family vacations

D. Excused absences/Tardies include:  

1.  Doctor or Dentist appointments

2.  Death in immediate family

3.  Required court appearance

4.  Religious observances

5.   Documents approved by 

           Executive Principal 

 

II. UNEXCUSED ABSENCES TO SCHOOL OR UNEXCUSED CHECKOUT IS WHEN A STUDENT MISSES HALF OR THE WHOLE CLASS PERIOD WITHOUT AN EXCUSED NOTE.  

FOR EXAMPLE:  THE STUDENT NEEDS TO BE IN THE CLASS HALF THE CLASS PERIOD TO BE COUNTED FULL PRESENT.

1. Student(s) accumulating 3 Unexcused Absences will receive a verbal warning and a parent/student conference, and be placed on an attendance contract. (Tier I)

2. Student(s) accumulating 4 Unexcused Absences will receive an attendance assessment, including the development of an intervention plan. (Tier II)

3. Student(s) accumulating 5 Unexcused Absences will receive truancy letter from school. (Tier III)

 

TRUANCY: THE STATE OF TENNESSEE CONSIDERS A STUDENT WHO EXCEEDS FIVE UNEXCUSED ABSENCES TO BE TRUANT.

   

 **NOTE: Students accumulating 10 or more unexcused absences will not be considered in good standing, which will result in the inability to attend the Prom, Dances, field trips, GRADUATION, etc. It will also result in the inability to receive a parking pass on your assigned registration day.

 Senior students who have accumulated twelve (12) or more unexcused absences in an academic year will not be allowed to participate in commencement exercises (graduation ceremonies) although they will be eligible

to earn their diploma.

Students who accumulate ten (10) unexcused absences will be placed on social probation, meaning the student is suspended from participation in all extracurricular activities with the school. Students must meet with their administrator for instructions that may lead to release from social probation.

 

III. LOSS OF DRIVER’S LICENSE 

Attendance requirements must be met in order for a student to receive or retain a driver’s license.

Under the compulsory attendance law, the state of Tennessee considers a student to have “withdrawn” 

from school if he/she misses more than 10 consecutive or 15 total unexcused days during a single

semester; therefore, Students exceeding 10 consecutive or 15 total unexcused days absent in 

single semester will have his/her driving privileges revoked by the State of Tennessee until such 

a time as student returns to school and proves satisfactory progress, or attains age of 18, and is eligible 

to be reinstated. (A student can be reinstated one time only between ages of 15-18.)

IV. PROCEDURES FOR MAKING UP WORK MISSED 

A. It is the sole responsibility of the student to consult with a teacher whose classes he/she has missed to determine what make-up work is necessary. Students will be given 3 days to make up missing work upon return from an excused absence. For students missing 3 or more consecutive days, makeup time will be at the discretion of the teacher. Time extension of assignments may be extended by principal/teacher discretion. 

 

Note:  Please refer to specific teacher syllabus for additional make-up work guidelines.

 

V.      PROCEDURES FOR MAKING UP WORK DUE TO OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION   

It is the responsibility of the student to obtain missed assignments from each teacher. The student has

         the number of missed days to make up his/her work (including the 1st day back). Failure to turn in

work will result in a grade(s) of zero.  

 

VI. SCHOOL SPONSORED / RELATED ACTIVITIES OR COLLEGE DAYS

Students participating in school sponsored activities whether on or off campus shall not be counted absent. However, since the student is missing important instructional time, these activities must be limited to ten (10) per year. School sponsored activities beyond ten (10) will count as absences and may be made up in the same way as all excused absences. Whenever possible, students should request make-up work before missing class for school sponsored activities. In order to qualify as “school sponsored”, the activity must be school planned, school directed, and teacher supervised. Mass exodus or early dismissal or late arrival of all students or any segment of students shall not be permitted for any reason except for emergencies such as inclement weather or other unavoidable situations, unless instruction time is made up in full. For students to attend a school sponsored event or field trip, they must be in good standing at school.

 

VII. TARDIES / UNEXCUSED ABSENCES TO CLASS

ANY STUDENT LATE TO SCHOOL NOT RIDING A BUS MUST REPORT TO THE SIGN-IN/ 

SIGN-OUT OFFICE FOR A TARDY NOTE.  TARDIES WILL START OVER AT NEW SEMESTER.  

TARDIES—STUDENTS MUST BE IN CLASS AT 7:45 A.M.

  Tardy to School‐‐ All students who are not in class by 7:45 a.m. must report to the main office. Students who arrive after 7:55 AM are required to enter the building through the secure gym entrance. A student who has accumulated more than three (3) unexcused tardies during each semester will be subject to disciplinary actions.Continual tardiness may result in social probation, summons to truancy board, or a petition to court. Excessive tardies to school may result in senior students not being allowed to participate in commencement exercises.  

 

1. A TARDY BY DEFINITION IS A STUDENT WHO IS NOT IN THE ROOM WHEN THE LATE TONE SOUNDS FOR EACH CLASS PERIOD.

  Tardy to Class‐‐ Students who are late to class, unexcused, will receive disciplinary action by the classroom teacher.  Three (3) or more unexcused tardies to class will constitute an absence in that class, which will affect semester exemptions. Additional disciplinary action will be taken for continued tardiness.

   

  B.  UNEXCUSED SIGN-INS OR SIGN-OUTS WILL ACCUMULATE TIME WHICH WILL RESULT IN

           UNEXCUSED ABSENCES.

 

                          *Loss of parking pass will occur with a tardy in ANY class period.

 

WCHS SOCIAL EVENTS

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR WCHS

• Warren County High School will hold a series of social events during the school year including but not limited to:  Homecoming Dance, Christmas Dance, and Prom

• Only Warren County High School students currently enrolled are eligible to purchase tickets for the event. 

• Guests of Warren County High School students may be a Warren County High School student or the guest must be at least the age of 15 but not above the age of 20 on the scheduled day of the event.  (Spouses of Warren County High School students will be the only exception to this rule.)

• For students to attend a School-Sponsored social event, they must be in good standing at school.

 

STUDENT(S) 18 YEARS OF AGE

Student(s) 18 years of age with poor attendance can be dropped from the roll.

These students, by law, are no longer compelled to abide by the compulsory attendance law.

These students will be encouraged to attend the Adult High School.

 

 

 WARREN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL BELL SCHEDULE

  2024-2025

FALL Semester                                                                                   SPRING SEMESTER

Block	Time	minutes		Block	Time	minutes
1	7:45-9:10	85*		1	7:45-9:10	85*
2	9:15-10:35	80		2	9:15-10:35	80
3* Pioneer time	10:40-11:10	30		3* Pioneer time	10:40-11:10	30
4	11:15-1:15 lunch	120 min-30 min lunch =90 min class		4	11:15-1:15 lunch	120 min-30 min lunch =90 min class
	11:15-11:45	green	green		11:15-11:45	green	green
	11:45-12:15	blue			11:45-12:15	blue
	12:15-12:45	purple	orange		12:15-12:45	purple	orange
	12:45-1:15	red	yellow		12:45-1:15	red	yellow
5	1:20-2:45	85*		5	1:20-2:45	85*

ACTIVITY SCHEDULE BLOCK DAYS

LUNCH-24 minutes

1st BLOCK	7:45-9:03
2nd  BLOCK	9:08-10:30
4th BLOCK	10:35-12:35-Lunch*
	10:35-10:59 green
	10:59-11:23 Blue
	11:23-11:47 Orange
	11:47-12:11 Purple
	12:11-12:35 Red/Yellow
5TH BLOCK	12:40-1:55
Activity/pep rally	2:00-2:40
Dismissal	2:45

 

     2 HOUR LATE DAYS

1st BLOCK	9:45-10:40
2ND BLOCK	10:45-12:45/Lunch
4TH  BLOCK	12:50-1:45
5TH BLOCK	1:50-2:45

 

2 HOUR EARLY ACTIVITY

1st BLOCK	7:45-8:45
2ND BLOCK	8:50-9:50
4TH BLOCK	9:55-10:55
5TH BLOCK	11:00-1:00/Lunch
ACTIVITY	1:05-2:45

 

 

 

 

 

 

BULLYING / CYBERBULLYING / HAZING POLICY

The purpose of the procedure on bullying is to promote consistency of approach and to create a climate in which all types of bullying are regarded as unacceptable.  Attitudes and practices can contribute to bullying, to lower levels of confidence, self-esteem and lack of achievement.  

 

The anti-bullying program with the district schools seeks to accomplish the following goals:

• To promote a secure and happy environment free from threat, harassment and any type of bullying behavior.

• To take positive action to prevent bullying from occurring.

• To inform parents and students of the school’s expectations and to foster a productive partnership. 

• To make staff aware of their role in fostering the knowledge and attitudes which will be required to achieve the above items.  

 

Bullying can be defined as repeated and systematic harassment and attacks on others, perpetrated by individuals or groups.  Bullying takes many forms and can include many different behaviors, such as but not limited to:

1. physical violence and attacks

2. verbal taunts, name-calling and put-downs including ethnically-based verbal abuse and gender-based put-downs

3. threats and intimidation

4. extortion or stealing of money and possessions

5. exclusion from the peer group

 

BULLYING / HARASSMENT / INTIMIDATION CONSEQUENCES

1st Offense: Investigation with possible No Contact order issued or other appropriate intervention. 

        Violation of No Contact order may result in up to five (5) days Out of School Suspension (OSS)

STUDENTS SHOULD REPORT ALL BULLYING/HARRASSMENT IMMEDIATELY

TO ANY SCHOOL OFFICIAL OR SRO, OR TO THE BULLYING AND HARRASSMENT INVESTIGATOR, MENDY STOTTS, IN HER OFFICE, AT EXTENSION 80268, 

OR VIA EMAIL AT STOTTSM@WARRENSCHOOLS.COM. 

 

CYBERBULLYING

Cyberbullying is the use of information and communication technologies – such as e-mail, cell phone, and page text messages, instant messaging, still photo or video messaging, defamatory personal web sites and online personal polling sites or personal or public web sites or journals – to support deliberate, hostile behavior intended to frighten, distress, or harm others or their property.

Cyberbullying, like any other form of bullying, will not be tolerated on school campus or at any school-related activity or function whether it occurs through school-provided communication devices or through personal communication devices. Cyberbullying that begins off campus will be considered school-related if it creates a climate of fear or causes substantial disruption at school or interferes with the rights of students. Cyberbullying will result in appropriate disciplinary action and may also result in mandatory reporting to law enforcement or possible prosecution through the judicial system when appropriate.

Students and staff are required to report to designated staff any alleged incidents of bullying about which they are aware. Reports may be made anonymously. Designated staff will investigate all reports and recommend the school’s course of action. Reports should be made to the appropriate high school administrator.

 

PROCEDURES FOR BUS RIDERS

I. ARRIVAL 

       A. Exit the bus at the bus ramp and proceed into the building.

B. Students eating breakfast proceed to the cafeteria via hallway; remain in the cafeteria until the bell rings for school to begin at 7:30 a.m.

C. Students will sit/stand in designated area until the bell rings at 7:30 a.m.  Students are not allowed in locker areas or other areas of the building before 7:30 a.m.  

       D.  Students are not allowed in the auditorium.

       E. NO FOOD/DRINKS are allowed in the auditorium.

 II.  DEPARTURE

1. At the 2:45 p.m. bell, all students will be released to their designated areas.  DO NOT ENTER THE GYMNASIUM.

2. NO RUNNING, PUSHING, SHOVING, OR HORSEPLAY allowed on the bus ramp. Violations will result in disciplinary action.  

3. ONLY BUS RIDERS WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE BUS RAMP AFTER SCHOOL.  All students not riding a bus must exit the building by 3:00 p.m. Violations will result in disciplinary action.

III. LATE BUS

A. Students riding buses that arrive late to school must report to the Attendance Office in gym lobby. 

B. Students will report to his/her regular scheduled class, having five (5) minutes upon issuance of admit slip before a tardy slip will be issued.

        C. A LATE BUS ADMIT IS NOT A TARDY.

4. Violation of Bus Rules:

1. 1st Offense:  Loss of bus service for three (3) days

2. 2nd Offense:  Loss of bus service for five (5) days

3. 3rd Offense:  Loss of bus service for the remainder of the school year

IV. BUS NOTES

If a student plans to ride a bus different from his/her regular bus, a note signed by the parent giving permission must be brought to school and must contain a phone number where the parent may be reached during the day. The note should also contain the bus number the student wishes to ride (AM and/or PM), the drop-off or pick-up address, and the effective dates. This note should be turned in to Cathy Greene in the Main Office by 8:00 a.m.  Pick up notes between classes. Any forged note for bus riding will forfeit the right of a student to ride any bus other than their assigned bus for the school year.       

V. SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION COMPLAINT PROCESS

The following procedure will govern how students, teachers, staff and community members shall submit

safety complaints: Please contact 1-800-950-0485 to report a school transportation complaint.

1. All complaints should be initiated using the contact number for reporting and other contact information located on the rear bumper of each bus.

2. Once initiated each complaint will be investigated by the local transportation manager or designee who shall also report the complaint to the transportation supervisor, keep the supervisor informed regarding the investigation and notify the supervisor of findings and resolution of the complaint.

3. Investigation begins within twenty-four (24) hours of receipt.

4. Preliminary report to the Director of Schools within forty-eight (48) hours of receipt of complaint.

1. Time/date of complaint; Summary of complaint; Driver involved; Prior complaints or disciplinary actions taken against driver.

5. Within sixty (60) days of receipt of complaint, a final written report shall be made to the Director of Schools which shall include findings of investigation: action taken by the local transportation manager in concert with the transportation supervisor in response to the complaint.

6. Annual notice will be provided to students and parents regarding the process for reporting complaints.

 

PROCEDURES FOR CAR RIDERS

For the safety of our students, all students must be dropped off and/or picked up in the circle at the WCHS gymnasium due to supervision. 

 

>SUPERVISION OF STUDENTS ENDS WHEN THE LAST BUS LEAVES THE WCHS CAMPUS. <

 

STUDENT SUPERVISION AFTER SCHOOL

STUDENTS WHO REMAIN AT WCHS AFTER THE REGULAR SCHOOL DAY MUST BE IN A SUPERVISED ACTIVITY THAT IS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF, AND IN THE PRESENCE OF, WCHS STAFF MEMBER(S). STUDENTS NOT IN SUPERVISED ACTIVITIES SHOULD REPORT TO AREA OUTSIDE GYM LOBBY (EXIT BUILDING) BY 3:00 P.M. FOR PICK-UP.  IN THE CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, STUDENTS WILL WAIT INSIDE GYM LOBBY.

 

Cafeteria Procedures

 

Students will not be allowed to receive any lunch brought in during the school day by parents, family members, friends, etc. for any reason.

1. Every student is to go to the cafeteria during his/her assigned lunch period.  No one is

 to remain in other areas of the building.  Students are expected to enter the doors

 marked ENTER and exit the doors marked EXIT.

2. Students must eat their meals in the cafeteria —DO NOT take food and/or drinks

 into other parts of the building.

3. Students must remain in the cafeteria during lunch.  Failure to do so will result in one 

(1) day of ISS.  

4.  Students are required to place trays, eating utensils, food not eaten, milk cartons, etc.,

 in the proper places.  Failure to do so will result in one (1) day of ISS and for

 subsequent offenses two (2) days of ISS.

5. There is to be no throwing of any items at any time in the cafeteria.  Violators will be

 disciplined by grade level principals.  

6. Talking in normal tones is proper.  Boisterous behavior will not be allowed.

 

WARREN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL CELL PHONE POLICY

2024-2025

 

Warren County Board of Education
Monitoring: Review: Annually, in March	Descriptor Term: Prohibition of Possession and Use of Personal Electronic Devices	Descriptor Code: 6.312	Issued Date: 06/24/24
		Rescinds: 6.312	Issued: 10/25/21

PROHIBITION OF POSSESSION OF PHONES/PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICES ON SCHOOL PROPERTY OR IN SCHOOL ACTIVITIES DURING THE REGULAR SCHOOL DAY

The increase in use of cell phones and personal communication devices by students during the school day has become far more than a distraction in the school environment. These devices are being used by students as a means of cheating on tests, taking inappropriate pictures and video of students and staff for sharing and posting across the internet, threatening and/or bullying other students, and engaging in an excessive amount of social interaction during instructional time.

Therefore, all students are banned from possessing any type of phone or personal communication device that is turned on or in visible/audible use at any time during the regular school day. For the purpose of this policy, possession means being found in any article of clothing, purse, book bag, carry bag, or in any location on school property other than the approved storage location as written and approved by school officials.

Students who wish to carry a cell phone with them to and from school must keep the device turned off and stored (e.g., kept in the student's automobile, or other school approved location at all times during the entire school day). For the purposes of this policy the school day includes the entire day from the school start time or bell that indicates the start of the school day until the final dismissal time of the school day. The school is not responsible for any loss or theft of the device while on school property.

EXAMINATION OF CELL PHONES/ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES

If the school principal or his/her designee has reasonable suspicion that a cell phone, personal communication device, or camera is used in violation of this policy, the principal and/or is/her administrator designee may review the history of the cell phone with respect to the call list/log; text messages sent; and/or photographs/videos taken.  The principal and/or his/her administrative designee may also review the contents of a cell phone if he/she has reasonable suspicion to believe that any student’s or other individual’s safety and/or health are in danger. This shall be set forth in the handbook and disseminated to the parents and/or guardians of each student.

CELL PHONE/ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICE OFFENSE GUIDELINE

A student found in unauthorized possession of any type of cell phone or personal communication device during the school day shall have the device taken from him or her and kept by the school Principal or designee until the parent is notified. The parent may pick up the device at a the time and location designated by the principal at the close of the next school day following the day that the parent received notification or earlier at the principal’s discretion. Thereafter, the parent may pick up the device by appointment after the student serves the designated detention. Moreover, for such subsequent violation of this policy, the student shall receive additional consequences in accordance with the district-wide communications device offense guidelines.

AGREEMENT TO RULES AND POLICY

By allowing a student to bring a cell phone or other personal communication device  to school, the parent and the student voluntarily agree to abide by these disciplinary rules, restrictions and offense guidelines. The District, its schools, nor its employees assume any responsibility or liability for the loss or damage to any student’s personal communication device, or for the unauthorized use of student’s personal communication device. takes no responsibility for confiscated items and will not compensate the owner for any lost, stolen, or damaged confiscated items while in the custody of the District or while otherwise on school property.

The Director of School (or designee) is responsible for administering this policy which applies to all students in all Warren County schools.

 

PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE OFFENSE GUIDELINES

 

1ST OFFENSE	2ND OFFENSE	3RD OFFENSE	4TH OFFENSE
Device is collected and the offense is documented   Warning given   Parent notified and must pick up from office	Device is collected and the offense is documented   Parent notified and must pick up device from office   2 days of ASD/EL6 or  1 week of lunch detention	Device is collected and the offense is documented   Parent notified and must pick up device from office   2 Days of ISS   Behavior Contract   Revocation of Parking Privilege   Restriction of Attendance at School-Sponsored Activities (games, dances, etc.)	Short-term Suspension  (3 days or less)   Alternative placement referral

 

*5+ Offense will be Principal’s discretion. 

*Failure to turn over cell phone or personal device will result in a possible referral to Warren Academy. 

 

Child Abuse and/or Neglect                                              __________            _>Policy 6.409

All personnel shall be alert for any evidence of child abuse or neglect. Child Abuse is defined as any wound, injury, disability, or physical or mental condition which is of such nature as to reasonably indicate that it has been caused by brutality, abuse, or neglect, or which on the basis of available information reasonably appears to have been caused by such. School child abuse coordinators and other personnel must not provide any information relevant to the suspected child abuse or child sexual abuse to the child’s parent or guardian, and must refer any questions from the child’s parent or guardian to the investigating law enforcement agency and DCS. The following have been designated to handle inquiries and concerns regarding the Child Abuse or Neglect policy: 

Rachel Mitchell, mitchellr@warrenschools.com, 931-668-5858

Mendy Stotts, stottsm@warrenschools.com, 931-668-5858

 

CHILD FIND / DISABILITY CONCERNS

If you have concerns regarding your child’s development or suspect a disability, please contact your school or Warren County Special Education Services. Referrals of children with a suspected delay or disability can be made through the Special Education Department at Warren County Schools. Please contact Candice Willmore at (931) 668-1728 or email willmorec@warrenschools.com for more information about special education or section 504.

WCHS Chromebook Policy

Students are responsible for their Chromebook throughout the day. These devices should be kept secure and used in the appropriate times and locations. WCHS is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged Chromebooks.

 

Expectations during the school day:

• Hallway – when transporting the Chromebook, it must be closed.

• Prior to 7:30 AM – Students may use Chromebook if they are seated in the hall, cafeteria, gym lobby, or a classroom.

• During Class – Chromebook is not to be opened unless a teacher instructs you to do so. Students should not email other students during class unless instructed to do so by a teacher.

• When using a Chromebook in class, student must be completing a teacher assigned task.

• Lunch – Chromebooks can be used while seated in designated areas.

• Bus – (AM and PM) Chromebooks should be packed away and secure on the bus.

 

Consequences:

1st Offense – Chromebook returned to student at the end of the day with signed form

2nd Offense – One (1) day ISS. Chromebook returned when ISS is completed

3rd Offense – Two (2) days ISS. Chromebook returned when ISS is completed

4th Offense – One (1) day OSS & Behavior Contract

 

Any student found visiting a Pornographic Website will receive two (2) days OSS, be placed on a behavior contract, and lose Chromebook for 45 days.

 

Any student found conducting searches containing vulgar language:

1st Offense – One (1) day ISS

2nd Offense – Two (2) days ISS

3rd Offense – Two (2) days ISS & Behavior Contract

 

Damage (willful or repeated):

1st Offense – ISS and loss of device until repaired

2nd Offense – OSS and loss of device for a month (A Chromebook will be available during school hours

                      only for the student to use if needed.)

 

Damaged or Defective Chromebooks – email Trina Fariss when there is an issue with a Chromebook, send damaged Chromebook to Mrs. Fariss’s office in the library. Mrs. Fariss will issue a replacement if there is a replacement available.

 

Lost or stolen Chromebooks – Student will contact Mrs. Fariss and technology will be contacted to track it.

 

When a student moves – Guidance will add Chromebook to the list of things that have to be turned in and the Chromebook will be returned to Mrs. Fariss.

 

Teachers will begin collecting Chromebooks the last week of the semester in homeroom.  Specific Dates will be announced.  

 

 

Zero-Tolerance Behavior

• ZERO TOLERANCE- BOARD POLICY 6.309

In order to ensure a safe and secure learning environment, the following offenses shall not be tolerated: 

 

WEAPONS AND DANGEROUS INSTRUMENTS 

Students shall not possess, handle, transmit, use, or attempt to use any dangerous weapon on school buses, on school property, or while on school sponsored outings. Dangerous weapons for the purposes of this policy shall include, but are not limited to, a firearm or anything manifestly designed, made, or adapted for the purpose of inflicting death or serious bodily injury or anything that in the manner of its use or intended use is capable of causing death or serious bodily injury. Violators of this section shall be subject to suspension and/or expulsion from school. Firearms In accordance with state law, any student who brings to school or is in unauthorized possession of a firearm on school property shall be expelled for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis. Students that commit zero tolerance offenses may be assigned to an alternative school or program at the discretion of the Director of Schools.

 

Drugs

 In accordance with state law, any student who unlawfully possesses any drug, including any controlled substance, controlled substance analogue, or legend drug on school grounds or at a school-sponsored event, shall be expelled for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis. Students that commit zero tolerance offenses may be assigned to an alternative school or program at the discretion of the Director of Schools.

DAB PENS: 

• Zero tolerance/Alternative School-Warren Academy

• SRO will petition to court 

Assault

 In accordance with state law, any student who commits aggravated assault or commits assault that results in bodily injury upon any teacher, principal, administrator, any other employee of the school, or school resource officer shall be expelled for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis.Students that commit zero tolerance offenses may be assigned to an alternative school or program at the discretion of the Director of Schools.

 

 Electronic Threats/Mass Threats

 In accordance with state law, any student who transmits by an electronic device any communication containing a credible threat to cause bodily injury or death to another student or school employee and the transmission of such threat creates actual disruptive activity at the school that requires administrative intervention shall be expelled for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. This includes threats of mass violence on school property or at a school-related activity. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis. Students that commit zero tolerance offenses may be assigned to an alternative school or program at the discretion of the Director of Schools.

 

Notification 

When it is determined that a student has violated this policy, the principal of the school shall notify the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) and the criminal justice or juvenile delinquency system as required by law.

 

FIGHTING / ARGUING / BULLYING (PHYSICAL, VERBAL, EMOTIONAL, SEXUAL) Pending an investigation, all parties involved will be sent home for the remainder of the school day. Following the investigation, consequences will be determined by the Academy Principal following the investigation. Consequences may include, but are not limited to, ISS, suspension, request for alternate school placement, and court petition. 

 

FIGHTING (WILL NOT BE TOLERATED) 

For the purpose of these procedures in order for it to be classified as a fight there must be physical contact between students. 

 

Category I- A simple fight where there is no serious personal injury and no weapon is used. 

1st incident- 

•  Immediate suspension for the remainder of the day.

• Administrator conducts investigation. 

•  Parent Conference as soon as possible.

• 3 day OSS, plus 3 days ISS

• SRO files petition to court

 2nd incident 

•  Immediate suspension for the remainder of the school day.

•  Administrator conducts an investigation. 

• Parent Conference as soon as possible.

•  Referral to Warren Academy for minimum of 45 days

• SRO files petition to court

 

Category II - There is serious injury to a student or a weapon is used.

 1st incident

•  Immediate suspension for the remainder of the day.

• Administrator and SRO conduct investigation.

•  Parent Conference as soon as possible. 

• SRO files petition to court.

• The nature of the injury or type of weapon used will be considered when determining the actual length of the Alternative School placement.

•  If circumstances dictate expulsion from school may be considered an option.

 

 2nd incident 

•  Immediate suspension for the remainder of the day.

• Administrator and SRO will conduct an investigation. 

•  Parent contacted as soon as possible.

•  SRO files court petition 

• Student referred to Alternative School 1 calendar year.

 

Warren Academy Referral Process

 

• Administrator will contact parent/guardian to come in to meet

• You will use referral packet with student and parent/guardian

  • Parents/guardians will get a copy of board policies-Alternative education, Student Disciplinary Hearing Authority, and a copy of referral itself.

• Contact Bryan Matheney to let him know of possible student referral

• Scan referral and send email to Bryan Matheney (W.A. Principal), Barabra Smith (Attendance), and Vickie Northcutt (WCHS Registrar) and Academy counselor. Keep the original copy for your records.

 

LEVELS OF DISCIPLINE

Verbal Reprimand

Counseling Sessions

Silent Lunch

Activity Suspension

Extended Learning 5

Saturday School

In School Suspension

Out of School Suspension

Behavior Contract

Discipline Board

Alternative School 

Court-Juvenile or General Session

 

STUDENT SUSPENSIONS

REASONS FOR SUSPENSIONS:

Any behavior listed below may result in a citation to the Discipline Board

Any principal, principal-teacher, or assistant principal may suspend any student from attendance at school or any school-related activity on or off campus (out-of-school suspension) or from attendance at a specific class or classes, or from riding a school bus, for good and sufficient reasons including, but not limited to the following:

 

1. Willful and persistent violation of the rules of the school or truancy

2. Immoral or disputable conduct, including vulgar or profane language

3. Willful or malicious damage to real or personal property of the school, or the property of any person attending or assigned to the school

4. Inciting, advising, or counseling of others to engage in any of the acts herein enumerated

5. Possession/use of alcoholic beverages

6. Possession of drug paraphernalia

7. Assaulting a principal or teacher with vulgar, obscene or threatening language (5 days OSS)

8. Battery or threats of battery to a teacher, principal, administrator, or any other employee

9. Engaging in behavior which disrupts a class or school-sponsored activity

10. Falsifying parents’ notes, leaving school without permission, cutting class, or laying out of school 

11. Off-campus criminal behavior resulting in felony charges when behavior poses a danger to persons                

or property or disrupts the educational process

12. Any other conduct prejudicial to good order or discipline in any school

13. Any Zero-Tolerance charge, see Zero-Tolerance behavior

14. Fighting (subject to being arrested)

15. Suspended students will not be allowed on campus.

16. Suspended students and students assigned to Warren Academy and/or WCHS Annex for

disciplinary reasons will not be allowed to attend and/or compete in extra-curricular activities

or functions (including Graduation ceremonies).

17. Students returning from Out-of-School Suspension will be placed on Behavior Contract.

 

Silent Lunch/Saturday School/Extended Learning 5/In School Suspension

The following guidelines shall be followed:

1. Parents will be informed of discipline placement;

2. Students in SL/SS/EL5/ISS will be under the supervision of certified staff members;

3. Discipline Principals will determine the time frame for completion.

The following is an example list of possible offenses resulting in SL/SS/EL5/ISS:

Class Disturbance Hall Pass Violations

Misuse of School Property Public Display of Affection (PDA)

Profanity Unsupervised Area

Failure to Follow Directions             Tardies

Horseplay Skipping Class

Failure to abide by SL/SS/EL5/ISS rules will result in additional discipline assignment.

Skipping School / Leaving Campus without Permission

1st Offense   One (1) day ISS 2nd Offense    Two (2) days ISS  

3rd Offense   One (1) day OSS/Behavior Contract 4th Offense    OSS until Discipline Board

 

Skipping Class (These are cumulative; not per class)

1st Offense One (1) day of EL5 4th Offense Two (2) days of ISS

2nd Offense Two (2) days of EL5 5th Offense One (1) day OSS/Behavior Contract 

3rd Offense One (1) day of ISS 6th Offense OSS until Discipline Board

 

 

 

Discrimination

It is the policy of Warren County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, disability, religion, creed in its programs.

Warren County Board Policy 6.3401 defines Title IX sexual harassment and outlines the policies and procedures that the District follows in identifying, investigating, and responding to allegations of Title IX sexual harassment. This school adopts a “two-pronged” approach. All conduct not covered under the Title IX definition of sexual harassment, including sexual misconduct, will be addressed by the principal under student code of conduct and/or policy 6.304. Title IX procedures will be reserved only for those alleged actions that fall under the Title IX definition of sexual harassment. 

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator: Robin Phillips, 2548 Morrison St. McMinnville, TN 37110 (931)668-4022 ext. 11404; Title9coordinator@warrenschools.com 

504 Coordinator: Candice Willmore, 2548 Morrison St. McMinnville, TN 37110 (931)668-4022 ext. 11501; willmorec@warrenschools.com

Other nondiscrimination inquiries;Equity and Legal Compliance Coordinator: Robin Phillips, 2548 Morrison St. McMinnville, TN 37110 (931) 668-4022 ext. 11404; phillipsr@warrenschools.com

 

CHILD FIND / DISABILITY CONCERNS

If you have concerns regarding your child’s development or suspect a disability, please contact your school or Warren County Special Education Services. Referrals of children with a suspected delay or disability can be made through the Special Education Department at Warren County Schools. Please contact Candice Willmore at (931) 668-1728 or email willmorec@warrenschools.com for more information about special education or section 504.

 

Child Abuse and/or Neglect                                              __________            _>Policy 6.409

All personnel shall be alert for any evidence of child abuse or neglect. Child Abuse is defined as any wound, injury, disability, or physical or mental condition which is of such nature as to reasonably indicate that it has been caused by brutality, abuse, or neglect, or which on the basis of available information reasonably appears to have been caused by such. School child abuse coordinators and other personnel must not provide any information relevant to the suspected child abuse or child sexual abuse to the child’s parent or guardian, and must refer any questions from the child’s parent or guardian to the investigating law enforcement agency and DCS. The following have been designated to handle inquiries and concerns regarding the Child Abuse or Neglect policy: 

Rachel Mitchell, mitchellr@warrenschools.com, 931-668-5858

Mendy Stotts, stottsm@warrenschools.com, 931-668-5858

 

WCHS DRESS CODE

 

The majority of our students need no advice on appearance because they use good common sense.  Decency, good taste, and the normal standards of the community are to be maintained in dress and grooming by all students. Any student attire that is considered contrary to good hygiene, distractive, disruptive in appearance, or detrimental to the educational environment or the public image of the school will not be permitted. Also, student attire should not be a hazard to the student’s safety or to the safety of others. 

 In matters of opinion, the decision of the school will prevail. 

1. Apparel considered too revealing or unnecessarily concealing will not be permitted. Lab classes may have additional clothing stipulations.

2. Bare midriff, halters, fishnet or tank top, and shirts with revealing necklines shall not be worn.

3. Dresses, shorts, and skirts should strike the legs at the end of the fingertips with shoulders relaxed for ALL Students, must approach the knee. 

4. Holes in pants should be no higher than the end of the fingertips with shoulders relaxed for ALL students.

5. All clothing must be appropriately sized. Baggy or sagging shirts or pants are not allowed. “Sagging” pants may not be worn.  Pants must properly fit at the waist.

6. Tights of any kind - leggings/jeggings, bike shorts, or yoga pants - worn as outerwear are not permitted unless the following criteria is met: the shirt, skirt, or dress worn with the tights, leggings/jeggings, or yoga pants must strike the legs at the end of the fingertips with shoulders relaxed, this includes form -fitting sweaters and/or dresses, must approach the knee. 

7. No Pajama pants will be worn in the building and NO blankets, pillows, stuffed animals, etc. allowed.

8. Items of clothing, apparel, or jewelry displaying or suggesting (innuendo) any logos or prints that discriminate against any group, promotes violation of school rules, depicts the use of drugs, tobacco, or alcohol, encourages violence, gang/cult affiliations, and the use of weapons or intimidation are prohibited. Clothing cannot contain inappropriate language or graphics to be sexually suggestive.

9. NO HEADGEAR WILL BE WORN IN THE BUILDING.  This includes hats, sunglasses, bandannas, and do-rags.  Hooded jackets, shirts, and sweatshirts cannot be worn with the hood covering the head.  Hats worn in the building will be confiscated and returned at the end of the day.

10. Appropriate footwear must be worn at all times. Laces on shoes or sneakers must be tied. No house shoes are allowed.

11. Spiked accessories, collars, jewelry, chains, etc., are prohibited during school time or school functions. TRENCH COATS AND BLANKETS ARE PROHIBITED.

12. Visible undergarments are prohibited.

13. Items of clothing that could be considered costume-wear, including but not limited to ears, tails, masks, capes, etc. are prohibited.

14. Visible tattoos that display drugs, sex, alcohol, tobacco products, or gang affiliations are prohibited.

 

Students who are found to be in violation of the dress code will be sent to a discipline principal for review. If student is unable to change into dress compliant clothing, he/she will be assigned ISS for the remainder of the day.

1st Offense: First visit to discipline principal’s office will result in a warning and student changing to dress-compliant clothing and warning.  If the student is unable to change, the student will be sent to In School Suspension (ISS) for the day.  

2nd Offense: Parent contact, 1 day of ISS, student will be provided a dress code compliant change of clothes

3rd Offense: Parent contact, 2 days ISS+Behavior Contract. 

4th Offense: Referral for Possible Alternate School Placement.

NOTE:  Student drivers who violate dress code policy will not be permitted to check out of school 

              without parent permission.

 

THE ADMINISTRATION OF WARREN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DETERMINE IF A STUDENT’S DRESS IS OR IS NOT PROPER.  THIS DRESS CODE IS INTENDED TO ELIMINATE OBVIOUS DISRUPTIVE DISTRACTIONS.  STUDENTS WHO DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE DRESS CODE WILL BE REFERRED TO ADMINISTRATION.

 

 Semester / Final Exam Schedule

 

Fall Final Exams SENIOR Spring Final Exams Final Spring Exams 9th-11th

December 16, 2024   May 12, 2025 May 15, 2025

December 17, 2024   May 13, 2025 May 16, 2025

 

   

 A. SEMESTER EXAMS

During the second and fourth quarter grading periods, teachers will give a comprehensive semester exam that will count 20% of the semester in which the exam is given. Tennessee requires End‐of‐Course or TNReady tests in certain subjects. Students who miss their semester exam must have a valid written excuse to make‐up the test.  

 

B. SEMESTER/MIDTERM EXAM EXEMPTIONS  

Students may be exempt from semester/midterm exams if they meet the following requirements per semester:   

Semester/Midterm Exam Exemption Chart

 

Minimum Semester Average	Maximum # of Absences (in that class)
90‐100	2
80‐89	1
70‐79	0

 

Note: Exam exemption is a reward for those who meet the criteria, not a punishment for those who don’t.

Days missed do not include school sponsored activities or bereavement days that were approved by administration. In addition, if state scores are available and a student scores proficient or advanced on any TNReady or End‐of‐Course test, he/she will be exempt from the second semester exam in that course.  If a student takes an AP Exam or Dual Credit Exam, he/she may be exempt from the second semester exam for that course.  Students who transfer in mid‐ semester may be exempt only if attendance records and grades from the previous school can be verified.  

 

C.  END‐OF‐COURSE AND TNREADY TEST REQUIREMENTS

End of Course Tests are given in Biology, English I, English II, Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry. All students enrolled in a TNReady/EOC course second semester must take the appropriate state test(s). There are no exemptions from state tests.  Students who are absent from any EOC test will receive a zero (0) for 15% of the second semester grade in that course.  

 

     

 

 

E.  ACT TEST REQUIREMENT (11TH GRADE STUDENTS)

All students in the 11th grade are required to take the ACT (or SAT) test during the junior year on the state test date.  State legislation requires the ACT test to provide educators with diagnostic information to assist in developing interventions for the purpose of increasing high school graduation rates and roving student preparation for postsecondary achievement (TCA 49‐6‐6001).  

 

    2024-2025 ACT Test Dates and Registration

 

  

    ACT Test Date: Registration Deadline:

    September 14, 2024-------------August 9, 2024

     October 26, 2024---------------September 20, 2024

     December 14, 2024-------------November 8, 2024

     February 8, 2025----------------January 3, 2025

     April 5, 2025-------------------- February 28, 2025

     June 14, 2025---------------------May 9, 2025

     July 12, 2025*-------------------June 6, 2025

 

 

FIGHTING

 

FIGHTING WITH ANOTHER STUDENT OR

OTHER PERSON EMPLOYED OR NOT EMPLOYED BY THE SCHOOL SYSTEM

WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.

 

In the event of a conflict between students (or any other person): all students are expected to resolve such conflict in a non-violent, non-threatening manner, which does not demean another or himself/herself. No student shall, through verbal threat or use of physical aggression, engage another student or any other person employed or not employed at the school. Neither shall any student encourage, provoke, or cause another student or students to engage in any activity that is, or could be, considered a “fight” or any other activity that could result in injury or a severe disruption of a school function.

 

Each incident of fighting will be handled on a separate and individual basis, with regard to the following

(no exclusion):

            1.         Extent of participation in the confrontation

            2.         Actions taken prior to and after the confrontation by the participant(s)

            3.         Prior record of behavior

            4.         Circumstances associated with the incident

            5.         Evidence (or lack of) for a deliberate and previous attempt to resolve the conflict in a

non-violent, non-threatening manner

 

With all factors considered, in addition to any other relevant information gathered during the investigation of the incident by a school official or SRO, each student will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, which may vary in each case. In all cases, parent(s) will receive verbal and/or written notification of the incident explaining the details and the disciplinary decision of the school official.

 

Assault / Injury:  In the event that an investigation of a confrontation indicates that a student physically assaults (unprovoked or repeated attack) another student, the greatest allowable disciplinary action may be administered which may include a long-term suspension plus contact and possible action of a law enforcement agent. In addition, the parent(s) of the student who has been assaulted may choose to pursue legal action.

 

We feel it is important to keep you aware of important issues that affect the high school and enlist your help to keep WCHS a safe and secure campus and a positive learning environment. Fighting, as well as provoking or encouraging fighting, will not be tolerated. We expect conflicts with others to be resolved in a non-violent, non-threatening manner that is not demeaning to any persons.

 

Please understand that WCHS takes its “No Fighting” rule very seriously. Students who engage in fighting as defined is this student handbook will be suspended and referred to the disciplinary hearing authority for consequences which will include a 45-day placement at the alternative school or possible expulsion, even for the first offense. Referral to law enforcement is also required in many instances. Please be aware that if any student is suspended, expelled or sent to the alternative school, that student is not allowed to attend any WCHS functions or sporting events.

 

We appreciate the support and cooperation of staff, students, and parents in this matter. Together, we can not only help each other learn important life skills by choosing acceptable ways to address conflict, but also deter violence in our school, keeping the safe and positive atmosphere we all desire.

GRADING PROCEDURES AND GRADING SCALES

Classroom teachers are responsible for establishing and communicating grading procedures for each class.  Students should assume the responsibility of keeping up with their grades in every class.  This policy is written in accordance with Warren County Board of Education Policy IHA which is compliant with the new uniform grading policy adopted by the State Board of Education.  

 

I. The grading scale for Warren County Schools is as follows:

        A 90-100       

        B 80-89        

        C 70-79

D 60-69 

F below 60

 

II. GPA Policy 

1. An unweighted GPA is used for class distinction and weighted GPA is provided for college admission purposes.

2. AP, Dual Enrollment, and SDC Classes will receive up to 5 quality points on the weighted scale. 

Honors classes will receive up to 4.5 quality points on the weighted scale.

3. All other classes will receive up to 4 points on the weighted scale.

4. All weighted courses will require a final exam or project and must meet the standard of rigor required by the State Board Uniform Grading Policy. It is strongly encouraged that all students who take a course with an optional EOC exam take the exam. (If the exam requires a fee the Warren County Board of Education will pursue grant opportunities or other funding sources to aid students in paying for the exam.)

5. No AP, Dual, or SDC courses will be offered during the freshman year.

 

Grade Points Scale:  

AP/Dual/SDC Courses:     Honors Courses: Regular Courses:

A = 5 points     A = 4.5 points A = 4 points

B = 4 points     B = 3.5 points           B = 3 points

C = 3 points     C = 2.5 points           C = 2 points

D = 2 points     D = 1.5 points           D = 1 point

F = 0 points     F = 0 points         F = 0 points  

 

III. Procedures

1. Nine weeks' grades will be determined from at least 9 individual grades. These include, but not limited to, daily work, homework, written assignments, quizzes, chapter tests and nine weeks tests.

1. Advanced Placement (AP) Classes -Students will have 5 points added to their average after each nine weeks grading period (not including the exam) and to the weighted GPA points.

2. State Dual Credit (SDC) Classes - Students will have 4 points added to their average after each nine weeks grading period (not including the exam) and to the weighted GPA points.

3. Honors Classes -Students will have 3 points added to their average after each nine weeks grading period (not including the corresponding exam) and to the weighted GPA points.

B. Semester grades will be determined by an average of grades of each of the nine-week periods and a semester exam if applicable. If an exam is used, the semester grade will be calculated with each nine weeks period counting 40% and the semester exam counting 20% of the grade (40%-40%-20%). In accordance with Public Chapter 1127, TCAP/EOC scores will compose 25% of the student’s final grade for the spring semester (37.5%-37.5%-25%) if scores are available.

C. Plus and minus evaluations are not added to letter grades.

D. There will be NO number grade awarded in excess of 100 points on the computer.

E. The work of students whose grades are satisfactory but are withheld because of failure to complete the required work shall be reported as INCOMPLETE (I). If the “I” is not removed in the time designated by the teacher, it will become an “F”.  The 2nd semester time designated is the last day of school, at which time an “I” becomes a Zero (0).

F. Student(s) absent on a scheduled exam date MUST have documented proof of an Excused Absence—Doctor, Dentist, Health Department, Funeral, or required Court appearance in order to take a make-up test.

G. Students absent from scheduled End of Course Exams date(s) and the make-up date(s) will receive a grade of zero for the exam.

   IV. Students who have earned credit (1/2 or 1) and a passing grade in a high school course may not 

              repeat that course for credit and/or grade purposes.

 

     V.  Industry 4.0 Diploma Distinction allows students to pursue a high-skill, high-need Industry while in 

       High School. Requirements for the program include:

1. Enroll in at least one Work Based Learning (WBL) or Dual Enrollment (DE) course multiple years & enroll in WBL or DE your Senior year.

2. Meet no less than once per month with a career coach.

3. Earn at least 9 credits of WBL or DE prior to graduation.

4. May earn 1 science credit of the 4th math credit through WBL or DE.

                   *Contact the school counseling office for more information.

 

VI. WCHS Recovery Policy

1. WCHS Credit Recovery Policy

Credit recovery is a voluntary program designed for students who fail to receive credit for courses at

 WCHS.  Students may recover a course credit in a class by attending the credit recovery classes that will be available at Warren County High School.  Warren County High School will designate the times and dates for summer credit recovery.  The credit recovery teacher will coordinate program instruction with the teacher of record for the class failed. The teacher of record will identify skill specific goals for each student completing credit recovery based on a diagnostic exam given in the subject area.  Students will be required to master those goals to earn credit for the course.  Students will abide by the rules of attendance

 established at Warren County High School. 

 

Guidelines for the Credit Recovery program at WCHS are as follows:

1.  Students must not have lost credit in the course because of excessive absences.

2. A student must have a minimum grade of 50 for the year in order to be eligible for the program   The original course grade will account for 20% of the final credit recovery grade. Example:

 

Original Course Grade	50	Percent of Grade	20%
Credit Recovery Grade	80	Percent of Grade	80%
	74	Final Credit Recovery Grade

 

        3.   Credit recovery will be offered on designated days during the summer.  Students who attend on these 

              designated days and master the skills identified by the teacher of record will be eligible for credit recovery.

 

      B.  WCHS Grade Recovery / Intervention Procedures

Grade recovery/Intervention is a voluntary in-house program designed for students who are failing a nine weeks grading period for courses at WCHS or exhibit non-proficiency in end of course disciplines.  Students may recover the current nine weeks grade in a class by attending a before, during (flex lunch), or after school program taught by certified teachers.  The grade recovery teacher will coordinate program instruction with the teacher of record for the failed assignments.  Recovery grades that students earn will be determined by the teacher of record. Grade recovery will be available.

 

Guidelines for the Grade Recovery program at WCHS are as follows:

1.   All staff members at Warren County High School will give each student the opportunity to       recover a failing grade within the nine weeks.

2.   Students CANNOT do grade recovery to make up a semester. Grade recovery must be

  complete within each nine weeks.

1. Intervention may be required by the teacher of record.

2. Extensions for grade recovery into the next nine weeks (Incomplete grades) must be approved 

                                 by the executive principal.

3.   All grades recovered within the nine weeks should be changed by the teacher of record and no

                                yellow sheets should be required (if work completed within the nine weeks).

    Specific course syllabi will address assignment/assessments redo policies when applicable.

 

Lottery information is available upon request, and given out yearly on a regular basis through 

the Guidance office and Scholarship office, and during the College Fair and College App Blitz.

 

Graduation Recognition with Stole Colors

 

Summa Cum Laude  (Gold Stole)   Meet All of the following:   4.0 Unweighted GPA   Completion or Enrollment in 4 Honors Courses and  10 Advanced Courses *   Minimum 21 ACT   Valedictorian and Salutatorian will be determined by meeting all of the above criteria and having the highest overall ACT scores.

Magna Cum Laude    (White Stole)   Meet All of the following:   3.75-3.99 Unweighted GPA   Completion or Enrollment in 4 Honors Courses and  7 Advanced Courses *   Minimum 21 ACT

Cum Laude     (Red Stole)   Meet All of the following:   3.5-3.74 Unweighted GPA   Completion or Enrollment in 3 Honors Courses and  5 Advanced Courses *   Minimum 21 ACT

 

*Advanced Courses for 2023-2024

 

All AP Courses

All Motlow Dual/Joint Enrollment Courses

All TCAT Dual/Joint Enrollment Course

All other University Dual/Joint  Enrollment Courses

All State Dual Credit Courses

All Courses designated as Advanced

 

The following additional courses:

Nursing Education

Culinary III

MLR III

Marketing II

 

Graduation Distinctions Recognition with Cords

Graduate With State Honors  (White Cord)	Graduate with State Distinction  (Red Cord)	Graduate with Work Ethic Standards (Bronze Cord)
Meet all of the following criteria:   Cumulative Unweighted GPA of 3.0 Score at or above all of the   subject area college readiness benchmarks on the ACT or equivalent score on the SAT.	Meet all of the following criteria: Cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 Complete at least ONE of the following:   Earn a nationally recognized industry certification Participate in at least one of the Governor’s Schools Participate in one of the state’s All State musical organizations Be selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist 31 or higher composite score on the ACT Score of 3 or higher on at least two AP exams Earn 12 or more semester hours of transcripted postsecondary credits	Students earning 20 points on the Career Readiness Diploma Standard checklist will be recognized as graduating with work ethic standards.   Points are earned through grades, attendance, tardiness, and discipline standards as well as participation in CTE courses and dual enrollment courses.

 

A weighted GPA will be calculated for college application and scholarship use.

Unweighted Quality Point Scale Used for Rank and Lottery GPA A= 4  B =3 C=2 D=1

Weighted Quality Point Scale for Honors courses: A= 4.5  B=3.5 C=2.5 D=1.5

Weighted Quality Point Scale for  All AP, All Dual/Joint Enrollment, and All State Dual Credit Courses, and Select National Industry Certification Courses: A= 5  B= 4  C= 3  D= 2

 

 

HEALTH SERVICES

If your child has a medical condition that might require special action, please contact the School Nurse at your child’s school. Examples would be diabetes, asthma, severe allergies (with the need for an epipen), seizures, or others. We will assist you in the communication of those special needs and the appropriate responses at school and on the bus through an Action Plan.  This is intended to serve as an informational guideline in preventing the spread of communicable diseases in the schools. Please refer to these guidelines throughout the school year. A student should be kept home when the following symptoms persist:

• Temperature of 100 degrees or more; can return to school when temp has been normal for 24 hours without medication.

• A dry, hacking or productive cough

• Purulent (green, yellow, thick, or unusual) nasal or eye drainage

• Diarrhea

• Skin rashes or eruptions: such as scabies, chicken pox, or impetigo

• Complaints of earache, severe stomach ache, sore throat, severe headache

• Red throat, swollen glands around jaw, ears, or neck

• Nausea and Vomiting

• Lethargy (general complaint of muscular aches and pain)

• Head or body lice must be treated with appropriate medication before returning to school

 

THE SCHOOL POLICY IS LICE-FREE BEFORE RETURNING TO SCHOOL

 

MEDICATION

       We want to encourage you not to send medications to be administered at school. But if that is necessary, there are specific guidelines we must follow in order to comply with state law. You will find these guidelines below:

Students required to take prescribed medication must have an “Administration of Medication” form completed and on file. This form is available from the school nurse, the district website (Health Services Link), or the school and MUST BE COMPLETED when medication is delivered to the principal’s office by the parent or guardian of the student. (Students do not complete the form or transport medication to school.) Medication will be kept and given to the student at the designated time.  The school is not permitted to administer medication, including aspirin, Tylenol, etc. at the student’s request.                                                                    

 

NOTE! Any student possessing, selling, giving, sharing, or misrepresenting any medication in any form including, but not limited to, any type of over-the-counter medication or health aide (such as vitamins), will be subject to full prosecution under the Drug Free Schools Act.                                                                                                                                                                        

 

No school official or teacher will routinely dispense medication to students except in unique situations in which a child’s health is dependent upon medical aid. If under exceptional circumstances a child is required to take oral medication during school hours and the parent cannot be at school to administer the medication, only the principal or the principal’s designee will administer the medication in compliance with the following regulations:                                                                                          

The medication must be delivered to the principal’s office in person by the parent or guardian of the student unless the medication must be retained by the student for immediate administration (i.e., students with asthma).                                                                                   

All prescription medications must be brought to school in the original container labeled by the pharmacy to include the following information:                                                                                                                                                                                                     Name of student  Date                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Prescription number Licensed prescriber’s name                                                                                                                                                                                                              Name of medication and dosage Pharmacy name, address, and phone number                                                                                                                                                                                            Administration route or other directions           

 

Nonprescription medication may be administered only with the written request and permission of the parent or guardian. All non-prescription medication must be brought to school in the manufacturer’s container with ingredients of the product listed on the container and child’s name affixed to the container. The medication will be administered in accordance with label directions or written instructions from the student’s physician.

The administrator/designee will:   

1.   Inform appropriate school personnel of the medication being administered.

2.   Keep an accurate record of the administration of the medication.    

3.   Keep all medication in a locked cabinet except medication retained by a student per physician’s order; and 

4.   Return unused prescription to the parent or guardian only.

 

The parent or guardian is responsible for informing the designated official of any change in the student’s health or change in medication. A copy of this policy shall be provided to a parent or guardian upon receipt of a request for long-term administration of medication.

 

 

WARREN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL HONOR CODE

 

WHY HAVE AN HONOR CODE?

Warren County high School is an institution in which learning for a purpose takes place.  Useful and lasting learning does not occur unless the process which students go through to learn is an honest process which reflects their true abilities as measured by their own efforts.  Progress which is based on unsound learning, as is the case with cheating, is not a genuine process.  Cheating prepares students for failure, not for success.  In an academic institution, dishonestly serves to undermine the academic and intellectual integrity of the school.  By establishing this honor code, the faculty and administration of Warren County High School indicate their commitment to work to eliminate such acts as cheating and to deal with offenses in a firm and decisive manner.

 

WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF CHEATING AT WARREN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL?

Cheating involves one or more of the following actions:

 

1. To use the work of another person as your own.

2. To copy information from another student’s test, examination, theme, book report, term paper or any other teacher assigned project.

3. To plagiarize (use another person’s idea, expression or words without giving the original author credit).

4. To prepare for cheating in advance.  Such action might involve having in your possession a copy of a test to be given or having been given by a teacher, using the test or notes during a test or 

  examination, or talking while quizzes or examinations are taking place.

5. To fail to follow test procedures or instructions announced by the teacher (such as no talking, no turning around in your seat, raise hand to ask questions, etc.).

 

WHAT ABOUT THE PARTICULAR ASSIGNMENTS OF INDIVIDUAL TEACHERS?

 

It is not our intent to place students in a position where they can easily and without intent violate the honor code.  Therefore, teachers will be careful to explain to their respective classes what they expect of them in completing homework and other assignments.  This will also be communicated to the students in writing as part of the academic plan given at the beginning of the school year.

 

HOW WILL CHEATING BE PROVEN AGAINST A STUDENT?

 

Cheating may be proven against a student only under one of the following conditions:

1. A teacher or administrator personally observes an act of cheating as defined above.

2. A student admits to a teacher or administrator that he/she committed an act of cheating.

 

When a teacher determines to his/her satisfaction that an act of cheating has taken place, he/she will report the violation to the student(s) Administration who will take the appropriate action.  The student will be assigned to at least one (1) day of In-School Suspension (ISS).

 

WHAT HAPPENS TO A STUDENT WHO IS GUILTY OF CHEATING?

 

First Offense:  One (1) day of In School Suspension (ISS) and a zero for the assignment in question.

 

Second Offense:  One (1) day of Out of School Suspension (OSS) and Behavior Contract.

 

HONOR CODE

 

Each student is to learn and understand the honor pledge written below.  You should be able to write and sign this pledge when asked to do so on tests and other assignments.

 

“I pledge on my honor that I have neither given nor received help in completing this test or assignment.”

WCHS Library

Librarian
    Stephanie Doak

Assistants
    Trina Fariss
    Sarah Badger

•    Library Hours: 7:15 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Library will open at 7:15 a.m. for student computer use. 
•    The library has computers for student use which are connected to the Internet and used for research
•    (OPAC) Online Public Access Catalog shows books that are in the library
•    Online databases include EBSCO and Gale
•    Library collection includes 23,000 books and subscriptions to several periodicals.
 

High school website

Warren County High School’s website at http://wchs.warrenschools.com gives students access to the catalog and the databases remotely.

 

Occasionally students’ snapshots will appear on the website.  Please understand that no one will be identified by name in pictures.  The WCHS website is intended to be used for information and educational purposes to showcase our school.

 

Parents will have access to student grades, attendance, and conduct through the parent portal link on the high school website.

 

 

NOTE: Parent permission must be on file for students to use the internet at WCHS. Each student’s parent or guardian must agree that the student will abide by school policies for internet usage and complete the internet permission and acceptable use policy form which is online on Skyward.

 

Student Locker Assignment Procedure

 

1. Transfer students and late-arriving students: See Kara Helton for locker assignments.

2. ALL STUDENTS ARE URGED TO PUT A LOCK ON THEIR LOCKER.  

Theft from lockers without locks will not be investigated. 

3. NO LOCKER SHARING 

  A.  Any student caught sharing a locker will receive disciplinary action.

  B.  2nd offense will be assigned new locker by administration.

4. Loitering at lockers is prohibited - Violators will receive disciplinary action.

 

PARKING PERMIT RULES

The following rules apply to all student motorists at Warren County High School.  All student drivers are responsible for reading this material and obeying these regulations.  Parking is a privilege, not a right.

 

1. ALL students who park on campus must purchase and properly display a valid parking permit.

Parking Fees: $40.00 Beginning of Year

$20.00 Beginning of Second Semester

$10.00 April/May

$10.00 Replace Lost Parking Permit

 

2. Reserved parking permits may be purchased from the main office.  Driver’s License, tag number, and class schedule are required at the time of purchase.  Reserved spaces will be open to seniors first, then juniors, then sophomores, and then freshmen. 

 

3. Parking tags must be displayed on rear-view mirror any time vehicle is on campus.  Any vehicle parked on campus without a valid permit appropriately displayed is subject to being towed; 

1st offense – warning, 

2ND offense – loss of parking privileges.

 

4. Transfer of parking tag to another person is prohibited and will result in loss of driving privileges.

 

5. Students parked in unauthorized areas will be sent to Administration for discipline.  Students are not to park in spaces reserved for school staff.  

 

6. Speed limit on the entire campus is 5 mph.

 

7. When students and those riding with them arrive on campus they must LEAVE THEIR VEHICLE AS SOON AS PARKED!!  Failure to do so will result in drivers losing their parking permit.

 

8. Once students arrive at school, they may not leave campus without checking out through the sign in/sign out office.

 

9. Students are not allowed to go to a car in the parking lot or to sit in a parked car during the school day.  Books, folders, assignments, homework, gym clothes, and money should be brought in with you when you arrive at school and exit your vehicle.  In case of an emergency, a student may request a pass from Administration, and will be accompanied by an SRO, Administrator, or teacher to his/her vehicle.

 

10. All truck “tail-gates” will be closed while on campus to avoid causing an accident.

 

11. Vehicles shall be parked within the lines of your parking space.

 

12. SRO’s will issue warnings for parking lot infractions.  You will be sent to Administration for disciplinary action.

1st offense 5 days loss of parking permit

 

2nd offense      10 days loss of parking permit

 

3rd offense     Remainder of year loss of parking permit

 

13. Warren County High School is not responsible for theft or damage to vehicles on property.

 

14. ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH ANY WHERE ON SCHOOL GROUNDS.

 

15. Students sitting in vehicles parked on WCHS property who are smoking will lose parking pass for ten (10) school days in addition to tobacco policy rules.

 

16. Students signing into school after 7:45 a.m. may be subject to a vehicle search by an SRO.

 

17. Any student transferring to the Annex must forfeit his/her parking pass (NO REFUND). 

Students who are remanded to the Academy will surrender their parking pass until their return to WCHS

Student Equal Access (Limited Public Forum)                                    >Policy 4.802

Student Meetings:

Schools may allow students to form clubs or groups that meet before, during, and/or after the school day. Requests to form such clubs or groups shall not be denied based upon the religious nature or beliefs of proposed club or group. If permitted, school administrators shall ensure that all clubs and groups have the same abilities to access facilities and advertise their meetings.

No funds shall be expended by the school for any such meeting beyond the incidental costs associated with providing meeting space. Groups meeting under this policy may be required to pay a reasonable fee for compensating school personnel in the supervision of the activity.

No student may be compelled to attend or participate in a meeting under this policy.

A student of a group of students who wish to conduct a meeting under this policy shall submit a request with the principal at least three (3) days prior to the proposed date. 

The principal shall approve the meeting if he/she determines that:

1. The meeting is voluntary and student-initiated;

2. There is no sponsorship of the meeting or its content by the school or its employees, or the Board;

3. The meeting shall not materially and substantially interfere with the orderly conduct of the school’s educational activities or conflict with other previously scheduled meetings;

4. Employees of the district are to be present in a non-participatory monitoring capacity; however, no employee shall be required to attend in this capacity if the content of the meeting is contrary to the beliefs of the employee; and

5. Non-school persons shall not direct, control, or regularly attend.

       A student shall be permitted to voluntarily:

1. Pray in school, vocally or silently, alone or with other students to the same extent and under the same circumstances as a student is permitted to vocally or silently reflect, meditate, or speak on non-religious matters alone or with other students in such school. 

2. Express religious viewpoints in school to the same extent and under the same circumstances as a student is permitted to express viewpoints on non-religious topics or subject in such school;

3. Speak to and attempt to share religious viewpoints with other students in school to the same extent and under the same circumstances as a student is permitted to speak to and attempt to share non-religious viewpoints with other students; and

4. Possess or distribute religious literature in the school, subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions, to the same extent and under the same circumstances as a student is permitted to possess or distribute literature on non-religious topics or subjects in such school.

School Sponsored Events:

If the Board or a School Principal authorizes an event at which a student is to speak, a limited public forum shall be established for such student speaker. The appropriate administrators shall ensure that:

1. The forum is provided in a manner that does not discriminate against a student’s voluntary expression of a religious viewpoint, if any, on an otherwise permissible subject;

2. There is an appropriate method of selecting student speakers which is based on neutral criteria; and

3. Student speakers do not engage in speech that is obscene, vulgar, offensively lewd, indecent, or promotes illegal drug use.

 

To the extent possible and practical and prior to events in which students will speak, notice shall be provided orally and/or in writing that the student’s speech does not reflect the endorsement, sponsorship, position, or expression of the Board or the school district and its employees.

Notice of this policy shall be provided in student handbooks and staff handbooks.     

WCHS SOCIAL EVENTS

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR WCHS

• Warren County High School will hold a series of social events during the school year including but not limited to:  Homecoming Dance, Christmas Dance, and Prom

• Only Warren County High School students currently enrolled are eligible to purchase tickets for the event. 

• Guests of Warren County High School students may be a Warren County High School student or the guest must be at least the age of 15 but not above the age of 20 on the scheduled day of the event.  (Spouses of Warren County High School students will be the only exception to this rule.)

• For students to attend a School-Sponsored social event, they must be in good standing at school.

 

STUDENT(S) 18 YEARS OF AGE

Student(s) 18 years of age with poor attendance can be dropped from the roll.

These students, by law, are no longer compelled to abide by the compulsory attendance law.

These students will be encouraged to attend the Adult High School.

 

 

STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND TARDIES

 

ATTENDANCE REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES: Attendance is one of the most important factors in student achievement; therefore, students are expected to be present each day that school is in session. In the event of an absence, the student is responsible for making up all work missed.

 

I.   ABSENCES

Students who are returning to school after an absence must bring a note from their parent or guardian explaining the absence.  The note should be turned into the Sign In/Out office.  Failure to do so within three (3) days will result in those days being unexcused absences and students will not be allowed to make up work.  

1. Parent notes are acceptable up to five (5) per year.  Any note from parent/guardian will be considered a parent note.  One parent note will excuse one day’s absence. 

2. Legal notes are required after five (5) parent notes have been used during a school year. 

3. Unexcused absences/Tardies include but are not limited to (parent note not accepted):  

   1. Truancy

   2.       Car trouble/lack of transportation

   3.    Job interviews

   4. Oversleeping

   5. Working

   6. Driver’s license 

   7. Family vacations

D. Excused absences/Tardies include:  

1.  Doctor or Dentist appointments

2.  Death in immediate family

3.  Required court appearance

4.  Religious observances

5.   Documents approved by 

           Executive Principal 

 

II. UNEXCUSED ABSENCES TO SCHOOL OR UNEXCUSED CHECKOUT IS WHEN A STUDENT MISSES HALF OR THE WHOLE CLASS PERIOD WITHOUT AN EXCUSED NOTE.  

FOR EXAMPLE:  THE STUDENT NEEDS TO BE IN THE CLASS HALF THE CLASS PERIOD TO BE COUNTED FULL PRESENT.

1. Student(s) accumulating 3 Unexcused Absences will receive a verbal warning and a parent/student conference, and be placed on an attendance contract. (Tier I)

2. Student(s) accumulating 4 Unexcused Absences will receive an attendance assessment, including the development of an intervention plan. (Tier II)

3. Student(s) accumulating 5 Unexcused Absences will receive truancy letter from school. (Tier III)

 

TRUANCY: THE STATE OF TENNESSEE CONSIDERS A STUDENT WHO EXCEEDS FIVE UNEXCUSED ABSENCES TO BE TRUANT.

   

 **NOTE: Students accumulating 10 or more unexcused absences will not be considered in good standing, which will result in the inability to attend the Prom, Christmas Dance, field trips, etc. It will also result in the inability to receive a parking pass on your assigned registration day.

 

III. LOSS OF DRIVER’S LICENSE 

Attendance requirements must be met in order for a student to receive or retain a driver’s license.

Under the compulsory attendance law, the state of Tennessee considers a student to have “withdrawn” 

from school if he/she misses more than 10 consecutive or 15 total unexcused days during a single

semester; therefore, Students exceeding 10 consecutive or 15 total unexcused days absent in 

single semester will have his/her driving privileges revoked by the State of Tennessee until such 

a time as student returns to school and proves satisfactory progress, or attains age of 18, and is eligible 

to be re-instated. (A student can be re-instated one time only between ages of 15-18.)

IV. PROCEDURES FOR MAKING UP WORK MISSED 

A. It is the sole responsibility of the student to consult with a teacher whose classes he/she has missed to determine what make-up work is necessary.  

The teacher is not responsible for asking a student for such work.  Failure of the student to initiate a request for make-up work will result in a lost opportunity for credit for the missed work.  Students must request make-up assignments the day they return to class.

2. Any pre-scheduled activity or assignment in the classroom missed will be due the first day back to school.

Note:  Please refer to specific teacher syllabus for additional make-up work guidelines.

 

V.      PROCEDURES FOR MAKING UP WORK DUE TO OUT OF SCHOOL SUSPENSION   

It is the responsibility of the student to obtain missed assignments from each teacher. The student has

         the number of missed days to make up his/her work (including the 1st day back). Failure to turn in

work will result in a grade(s) of zero.  

 

VI. SCHOOL SPONSORED / RELATED ACTIVITIES OR COLLEGE DAYS

Students participating in school sponsored activities whether on or off campus shall not be counted absent. However, since the student is missing important instructional time, these activities must be limited to ten (10) per year. School sponsored activities beyond ten (10) will count as absences and may be made up in the same way as all excused absences. Whenever possible, students should request make-up work before missing class for school sponsored activities. In order to qualify as “school sponsored”, the activity must be school planned, school directed, and teacher supervised. Mass exodus or early dismissal or late arrival of all students or any segment of students shall not be permitted for any reason except for emergencies such as inclement weather or other unavoidable situations, unless instruction time is made up in full. For students to attend a school sponsored event or field trip, they must be in good standing at school.

 

VII. TARDIES / UNEXCUSED ABSENCES TO CLASS

ANY STUDENT LATE TO SCHOOL NOT RIDING A BUS MUST REPORT TO THE SIGN-IN/ 

SIGN-OUT OFFICE FOR A TARDY NOTE.  TARDIES WILL START OVER AT NEW SEMESTER.  

Being on time to school is essential for optimum teaching and learning.  When a student is tardy, he/she disrupts the teaching/learning process of others and loses important learning time for himself/herself.  School bus transportation is provided free of charge to students in Warren County.  For this reason, tardies related to car problems, traffic, etc., are not valid reasons for tardiness.  However, realizing that everyone has emergencies, the following tardy policy has been adopted for each semester grading period:

 

1. A TARDY BY DEFINITION IS A STUDENT WHO IS NOT IN THE ROOM WHEN THE LATE TONE SOUNDS FOR EACH CLASS PERIOD.

1. Student(s) accumulating 3 Tardies will receive a verbal warning from the teacher and a parent 

letter/phone call from the teacher.

2. Student(s) accumulating 4 Tardies will receive one (1) day of EL5; Parental contact made.

3. Student(s) accumulating 5 Tardies will receive two (2) days of EL5; Parental contact made.

   4.   Student(s) accumulating 6 Tardies will receive1 day of Saturday School or loss of parking pass

            for five (5) days; Parental contact made.

5.  Student(s) accumulating 7 Tardies will receive one (1) day of OSS, loss of parking pass for 

ten (10) days, and be placed on a Behavior Contract.

6. Student(s) accumulating 8 Tardies will be in Violation of Behavior Contract and will be placed

at Warren Academy.    

  

     B.  UNEXCUSED SIGN-INS OR SIGN-OUTS WILL ACCUMULATE TIME WHICH WILL RESULT IN

           UNEXCUSED ABSENCES.

 

                          *Loss of parking pass will occur with a tardy in ANY class period.

 

Student Equal Access (Limited Public Forum)                                    >Policy 4.802

Student Meetings:

Schools may allow students to form clubs or groups that meet before, during, and/or after the school day. Requests to form such clubs or groups shall not be denied based upon the religious nature or beliefs of proposed club or group. If permitted, school administrators shall ensure that all clubs and groups have the same abilities to access facilities and advertise their meetings.

No funds shall be expended by the school for any such meeting beyond the incidental costs associated with providing meeting space. Groups meeting under this policy may be required to pay a reasonable fee for compensating school personnel in the supervision of the activity.

No student may be compelled to attend or participate in a meeting under this policy.

A student of a group of students who wish to conduct a meeting under this policy shall submit a request with the principal at least three (3) days prior to the proposed date. 

The principal shall approve the meeting if he/she determines that:

1. The meeting is voluntary and student-initiated;

2. There is no sponsorship of the meeting or its content by the school or its employees, or the Board;

3. The meeting shall not materially and substantially interfere with the orderly conduct of the school’s educational activities or conflict with other previously scheduled meetings;

4. Employees of the district are to be present in a non-participatory monitoring capacity; however, no employee shall be required to attend in this capacity if the content of the meeting is contrary to the beliefs of the employee; and

5. Non-school persons shall not direct, control, or regularly attend.

       A student shall be permitted to voluntarily:

1. Pray in school, vocally or silently, alone or with other students to the same extent and under the same circumstances as a student is permitted to vocally or silently reflect, meditate, or speak on non-religious matters alone or with other students in such school. 

2. Express religious viewpoints in school to the same extent and under the same circumstances as a student is permitted to express viewpoints on non-religious topics or subject in such school;

3. Speak to and attempt to share religious viewpoints with other students in school to the same extent and under the same circumstances as a student is permitted to speak to and attempt to share non-religious viewpoints with other students; and

4. Possess or distribute religious literature in the school, subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions, to the same extent and under the same circumstances as a student is permitted to possess or distribute literature on non-religious topics or subjects in such school.

 

Student Use of Tobacco                       JCBB   06/24/99

Students are prohibited from using any tobacco products/electronic cigarettes on school property, school buses, or at school-sponsored events.

The use or possession of tobacco products in any form on school premises and on school buses by students shall be prohibited.  To “use” shall mean any holding of a cigarette (including e-cigarettes), cigar, or pipe, and inhaling and exhaling of the smoke of tobacco, or any chewing or dipping of any tobacco product. 

Confiscated items related to any of the above will not be returned. 

1st Offense-3 Days of ISS and a Court Petition

2nd Offense-5 Days of ISS and a Court Petition.  Tobacco Intervention with Counselor(s) & SROs.

3rd Offense-3 Days of OSS and a Court Petition.  Student will be placed on a Behavior Contract.

4th Offense-Referral to Warren Academy. Students and parents can appeal this decision within 24 hours to the

                  discipline hearing authority at the Warren County Schools Central Office (931-668-4022).

Vandalism

Students marking on or defacing school property will be disciplined and must pay the full price of repairing or replacing the property.

Zero-Tolerance Behavior

• ZERO TOLERANCE- BOARD POLICY 6.309

In order to ensure a safe and secure learning environment, the following offenses shall not be tolerated: 

 

WEAPONS AND DANGEROUS INSTRUMENTS 

Students shall not possess, handle, transmit, use, or attempt to use any dangerous weapon on school buses, on school property, or while on school sponsored outings. Dangerous weapons for the purposes of this policy shall include, but are not limited to, a firearm or anything manifestly designed, made, or adapted for the purpose of inflicting death or serious bodily injury or anything that in the manner of its use or intended use is capable of causing death or serious bodily injury. Violators of this section shall be subject to suspension and/or expulsion from school. Firearms In accordance with state law, any student who brings to school or is in unauthorized possession of a firearm on school property shall be expelled for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis. Students that commit zero tolerance offenses may be assigned to an alternative school or program at the discretion of the Director of Schools.

 

Drugs

 In accordance with state law, any student who unlawfully possesses any drug, including any controlled substance, controlled substance analogue, or legend drug on school grounds or at a school-sponsored event, shall be expelled for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis. Students that commit zero tolerance offenses may be assigned to an alternative school or program at the discretion of the Director of Schools.

DAB PENS: 

• Zero tolerance/Alternative School-Warren Academy

• SRO will petition to court 

Assault

 In accordance with state law, any student who commits aggravated assault or commits assault that results in bodily injury upon any teacher, principal, administrator, any other employee of the school, or school resource officer shall be expelled for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis.Students that commit zero tolerance offenses may be assigned to an alternative school or program at the discretion of the Director of Schools.

 

 Electronic Threats/Mass Threats

 In accordance with state law, any student who transmits by an electronic device any communication containing a credible threat to cause bodily injury or death to another student or school employee and the transmission of such threat creates actual disruptive activity at the school that requires administrative intervention shall be expelled for a period of not less than one (1) calendar year. This includes threats of mass violence on school property or at a school-related activity. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion requirement on a case-by-case basis. Students that commit zero tolerance offenses may be assigned to an alternative school or program at the discretion of the Director of Schools.

 

Notification 

When it is determined that a student has violated this policy, the principal of the school shall notify the student’s parent(s)/guardian(s) and the criminal justice or juvenile delinquency system as required by law.

 

FIGHTING / ARGUING / BULLYING (PHYSICAL, VERBAL, EMOTIONAL, SEXUAL) Pending an investigation, all parties involved will be sent home for the remainder of the school day. Following the investigation, consequences will be determined by the Academy Principal following the investigation. Consequences may include, but are not limited to, ISS, suspension, request for alternate school placement, and court petition. 

 

FIGHTING (WILL NOT BE TOLERATED) 

For the purpose of these procedures in order for it to be classified as a fight there must be physical contact between students. 

 

Category I- A simple fight where there is no serious personal injury and no weapon is used. 

1st incident- 

•  Immediate suspension for the remainder of the day.

• Administrator conducts investigation. 

•  Parent Conference as soon as possible.

• 3 day OSS, plus 3 days ISS

• SRO files petition to court

 2nd incident 

•  Immediate suspension for the remainder of the school day.

•  Administrator conducts an investigation. 

• Parent Conference as soon as possible.

•  Referral to Warren Academy for minimum of 45 days

• SRO files petition to court

 

Category II - There is serious injury to a student or a weapon is used.

 1st incident

•  Immediate suspension for the remainder of the day.

• Administrator and SRO conduct investigation.

•  Parent Conference as soon as possible. 

• SRO files petition to court.

• The nature of the injury or type of weapon used will be considered when determining the actual length of the Alternative School placement.

•  If circumstances dictate expulsion from school may be considered an option.

 

 2nd incident 

•  Immediate suspension for the remainder of the day.

• Administrator and SRO will conduct an investigation. 

•  Parent contacted as soon as possible.

•  SRO files court petition 

• Student referred to Alternative School 1 calendar year

 

Warren Academy Referral Process

 

• Administrator will contact parent/guardian to come in to meet

• You will use referral packet with student and parent/guardian

  • Parents/guardians will get a copy of board policies-Alternative education, Student Disciplinary Hearing Authority, and a copy of referral itself.

• Contact Bryan Matheney to let him know of possible student referral

• Scan referral and send email to Bryan Matheney (W.A. Principal), Barabra Smith (Attendance), and Vickie Northcutt (WCHS Registrar) and Academy counselor. Keep the original copy for your records.

 

LEVELS OF DISCIPLINE

Verbal Reprimand

Counseling Sessions

Silent Lunch

Activity Suspension

Extended Learning 5

Saturday School

In School Suspension

Out of School Suspension

Behavior Contract

Discipline Board

Alternative School 

Court-Juvenile or General Session