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Meigs County High School

105 Abel Ave.P.O. Box 1182

Decatur, TN 37322

Website: www.meigscounty.net

Phone: 423-334-5797Fax: 423-334-5732

Grades 9 through 12

Teams: Tigers and Lady TigersColors: Orange and Black

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Index

Academic Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14ACT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Athletics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Cafeteria. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Career Technical Education Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Check-Out Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Class Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Classification of Students. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Clubs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Course Description Website. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Counseling Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Credit Recovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..10Credits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 19Deficiencies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Diplomas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Dress Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Driver’s License or Permit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Emergency Evacuation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6End-of-Course Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Financial Aid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Grading Scale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Graduating with TN Honors, Distinction, or MCHS Honors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Grievance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Hall Passes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Media Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Mission Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Non-Discrimination Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3, 12Out-of-County Students. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Parent Conferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Programs of Study. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..16Report Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Rules and Regulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Scholarships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11School Fees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Semester Tests Exemption Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Six-Year Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Student Records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Tobacco Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Transfer Students. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Visitors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Website. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Withdrawals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Note: This book is not intended to detail or answer all possible questions concerning Meigs County High School and its activities. It is to serve only as a guide.

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Mission Statement

The mission of the Meigs County School District in cooperation with its citizens is to develop well-rounded students that possess a sound basic education, a feeling of self-worth, and a formula for success that will produce morally strong, productive citizens for our ever-changing society.

Non-Discrimination Policy

“Equal Opportunity Policy.” The Meigs County Board of Education is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, disability, and national origin. This policy shall prevail in all of its policies concerning staff, students, educational programs and services, and individuals with whomever the board does business.

Access to Student Records and Directory Information

The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) afford parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. Additional information may be addressed under FERPA. Directory information includes, but is not limited to, the student’s name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, and the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended. This information will be disclosed to appropriate agencies or media unless parents make a written request to the contrary.

Rules and Regulations

Students are acquainted with the school’s rules and regulations at the beginning of school each year. The principal or assistant principal meets with each class, reviews the current rules, and has students sign a statement that they are aware of the policies.

Attendance

It is the belief of the school system that students are best served educationally when they are in attendance every day possible. Absences are excused only with doctors’ or dentists’ notes. The principal may excuse other absences such as those caused by a death in the family. Those will be considered on an individual basis.

Excessive absences result in problems for the school and the student. More than five unexcused absences may result in a student being call before a truancy board and/or juvenile court. Excessive absenteeism can result in suspension or student driver’s license by state law.

Check-Out Procedures

Students may leave school only with parents’ permission and must sign out in the office. It is preferable that parents come to the school if a student must leave before the end of the school day. If this is not possible, a phone call is necessary. Notes from parents are not acceptable permission. Students may not check out for lunch.

Time missed because of checking out is accumulated and may be considered truancy.

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DAILY CLASS SCHEDULE

Breakfast in the Commons Area 7:45 am – 8:15 am

First Period 8:20 am – 9:10 am

Second Period 9:15 am – 10:05 am

Third Period 10:10 am – 11:00 am

Fourth – Sixth Periods 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Lunch and Class Schedule 5th – 7th period

1 st Lunch

Lunch: 4th period 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Class: 5th – 6th period 11:35 am – 12:30 pm

2 nd Lunch

Class: 4th period 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Lunch: 5th period 11:30 am – 12:00 pm

Class: 6th period 12:05 pm – 12:30 pm

3 rd Lunch

Class: 4th – 5th period 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Lunch: 6th period 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm

Seventh Period 12:35 pm – 1:25 pm

Eighth Period 1:30 pm – 2:20 pm

Ninth Period 2:25 pm – 3:15 pm

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Hall Passes

Students who are in the halls during class periods must have a pass from an authorized staff member. Emergency phone calls may be placed in the office.

Visitors

All visitors to the school, including parents, must report to the office. Visitors must sign in and be issued a visitor’s pass in order to visit other parts of the building.

Media Access to Students

Students may be filmed/photographed during certain school activities. (Example – ballgames, annual, field trips, school pictures, etc.) If students do not want to be filmed/photographed, they must check the appropriate box on the registration form.

Out-of-County Students

All students from out of county must make application and pay $150.00 by June 15th each year. Students must re-apply each year.

School Fees

Meigs County Schools are fee free. No regular courses will require fees for materials and/or equipment necessary for meeting the course objectives.

Dress Code

All students are expected to adhere to the dress code adopted and made public by the Meigs County Board of Education. A copy of this policy is located online at www.meigscounty.net. Click under “parents” or “students” and follow the link. Any questions pertaining to the dress code should be directed to the administration at the school.

Tobacco Policy

Meigs County High School is a tobacco-free facility. Students caught using or possessing tobacco products at school or school-sponsored activities will be issued a citation resulting in a fine which must be paid through the Meigs County circuit court clerk’s office.

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Transfer Students

Students transferring in from other schools must bring a legal custodial parent or guardian with them to register as well as the following items:

ITEMS CUSTODIAL PARENTS OR GUARDIAN NEED TO ENROLL STUDENT:

1. 2 PROOFS OF ADDRESS (OFFICIAL LEASE, CURRENT UTILITY BILL, ETC…)2. Copy of BIRTH CERTIFICATE3. Copy of SOCIAL SECURITY CARD4. WITHDRAWAL FORM FROM PREVIOUS SCHOOL (PREVIOUS SCHOOL CAN FAX

WITHDRAWAL TO US)5. COMPLETE TRANSCRIPT (REQUIRED FOR 10TH THROUGH 12TH GRADE) AND/OR MOST

CURRENT REPORT CARD 6. DISCIPLINE RECORD, COURT RELATED ISSUES INCLUDING PROBATION RECORD, AND/OR

ANY SCHOOL ALTERNATIVE PLACEMENT RECORD (IF APPPLICABLE)7. TENNESSEE IMMUNIZATION RECORD8. CURRENT CUSTODY PAPERS (IF APPLICABLE)9. SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS (IF APPLICABLE)10. 504 PLAN (IF APPLICABLE)11. INFORMATION REGARDING PREVIOUS ENROLLMENT AT ANY MEIGS COUNTY SCHOOL

(LAST GRADE ATTENDED AND SCHOOL ATTENDED IN MEIGS COUNTY)

Emergency Evacuation Procedures

Students are informed of fire drill and wind alert procedures for each classroom at the beginning of each school year. An emergency plan for evacuation in the event of an accident at Watts Bar Nuclear Plant is also in place. Details are distributed to each student during homeroom meetings when school starts.

Counseling Services

The counseling staff provides services to students in the areas of curriculum planning, college information, test interpretation, scholarship applications, career awareness, and other problems with which students may need help. Counselors are available during school hours.

Driver’s License or Permit

Students under age eighteen who wish to apply for a Tennessee driver’s license or learner’s permit must show proof of satisfactory school attendance and academic performance. Students must pass at least three academic subjects in the most recent grading period and have fewer than ten consecutive or a total of less than fifteen unexcused absences. Violations are reported to the Tennessee Department of Safety and will result in license denial or revocation.

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Withdrawals

Students who transfer to other school systems must officially withdraw from Meigs County High School on the last day of attendance. The custodial parent or guardian must accompany the student before a withdrawal form will be issued unless the principal grants a waiver. The withdrawal form is obtained from the guidance office and must be signed by each teacher and the librarian to indicate that all accounts (books, equipment, etc.) are clear. The form must then be brought back to the office for final processing. All accounts must be cleared when a student leaves the school before records may be released.

Cafeteria

Breakfast is served each morning at the high school. Students are encouraged to eat breakfast each morning. All students are required to be present in the cafeteria during their lunch periods, which are assigned according to the students’ class schedules. For the basic lunch price (subject to change), students receive a meat, bread, vegetable, fruit, and milk. Individual or extra items may be purchased, or students may bring their own lunch. All food must be eaten in the cafeteria.

Federal Lunch Program applications are distributed at the beginning of the school year. Under this program, students who qualify by family income may receive free or reduced-price lunches.

Library

The Meigs County High School Library offers students materials for research and recreational reading. The library is housed in a modern facility with an online catalog and online circulation system. The Internet and CD-ROM technology are available as well as books, magazines, and newspapers. The library is a place for quiet study and reading. The library is available during school hours.

Clubs

We encourage involvement in extracurricular activities that can be an enhancement to the high school experience for most students. Many clubs for students with different interests are available. Some club memberships are based on grades in some classes while others are based on the interest of the student. All class and group activities take place after school and must be cleared through the office of the principal. When students find a club they are interested in, they will have the opportunity to make friends, to use their hobby and talent, and to develop socially. Listed below are the clubs and organizations available at Meigs County High School:

History Club prepares students for a competition called National History Day. The competition gives students the chance to choose their own historical topic that connects to a different theme each year. Students may work individually or in groups on a project. The project choices are website, documentary, paper, exhibit or performance. We begin preparing in our meetings in the fall. The competition is in the early spring in Cleveland, TN. If students place first or second, they will advance to the state competition in Nashville. From this competition, students can advance to the national competition outside of Washington, D.C.

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Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is an international organization established in 1947 whose mission is to present to coaches and athletes, and all whom they influence, the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church. FCA’s vision is to see the world impacted for Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes. Activities include meetings, Prayer around the Flagpole, 5th Quarters, Camp Retreats, Mission Projects, Team Bible Studies, and Campus Outreach.

Spanish Club is one that seeks to enhance cultural understanding and tolerance. It is a club that provides students with the opportunity to see beyond their own communities and to develop a word view. The most important aspect of the Spanish club is service. The club seeks to be a service in the community. Along with field trips to experience cultural events, this club also seeks to provide their members with the chance to learn about helping others. We consider it to be our mandate.

Family, Career and Community Leaders (FCCLA) is available for students who are enrolled in and/or have completed a course in Family and Consumer Science courses. Active members are eligible to participate in local, district, and regional activities.

FFA"Future Farmers of America" mission was to prepare future generations for the challenges of feeding a growing population. They taught us that agriculture is more than planting and harvesting-- it's a science, it's a business and it's an art.FFA continues to help the next generation rise up to meet those challenges by helping its members to develop their own unique talents and explore their interests in a broad range of career pathways.So today, we are still the Future Farmers of America. But, we are the Future Biologists, Future Chemists, Future Veterinarians, Future Engineers and Future Entrepreneurs of America, too.

Beta Clubis an academic honor club, which believes that student effort and achievement should be encouraged and rewarded. The club emphasizes service and leadership in citizens of tomorrow. The purpose of this organization is to promote the ideals of honesty, service, morality, ethical conduct, and leadership of our members. Membership is open to all grades and members must maintain at least an 85 average and participate in community service.

Mu Alpha Theta is the National High School and Two-Year College Mathematics Honor Society with 105,000 student members in June 2014 in more than 2100 schools. We are dedicated to inspiring keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and promoting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school and two-year college students. Mu Alpha Theta achieves these goals by: Providing a method for schools to recognize and encourage those students who enjoy and excel in mathematics.Organizing a national convention for students and teachers to participate in math-related events and interact with others from across the country.

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Student Council is an organization that has been established so all members of the school community can have a meaningful voice in concerns of the school, can promote positive school climate, and can help the future at Meigs County High School. Students represent each class as well as each club and are elected by the student body.

Future Teachers of America is a national organization and is composed of students who are interested in teaching as a career.

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is the largest business career student organization in the world. FBLA is a club for preparing for careers in business and business-related fields. This club focuses on developing leadership, communication skills, and team skills.

Skills USA is open to students who are enrolled in maintenance and light repair. There are several regional and state competitions that student may qualify to participate. The maintenance and light repair teacher serves as the sponsor.

HOSA (Health Occupation Students of America) is open to students who are interested in exploring careers in the medical field. There are several competitions at the regional and state level that students may qualify to participate.

Athletics (TSSAA)

Several sports are available for students who have the ability and drive to compete at varsity or junior varsity levels. Participation in interscholastic athletics requires that students be enrolled full-time (at least five classes) and earn at least five units of credit in the preceding year. Sports currently available are softball, basketball, tennis, cheerleading, and golf for females; and football, basketball, baseball, golf, cheerleading, and tennis for males.

Deficiencies

Students must pay or clear all obligations in a timely manner. Accounts not cleared result in deficiencies on the students’ records. This could result in a loss of privileges for the offending student, such as not having report cards released, not having transcripts sent, not having textbooks assigned, or not receiving athletic equipment.

Exemption from Semester Tests

Semester tests are given in most courses at Meigs County High School, but students may earn exemption from taking them through their grades and attendance. Only students who have been enrolled at Meigs County High School for the full semester may be exempt from semester tests. The exemption scale is as follows:

No days missed: Student must have at least a passing (70) averageOne day missed: Student must have at least a C (75) average

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Two days missed: Student must have at least a B (85) averageThree days missed: Student must have at least an A (93) average

Students who miss more than three days in a class or who serve in-school or out-of-school suspension may not be exempt regardless of grade average.

Note: The exemption policy is not in effect for End-of-Course classes since End-of-Course exams are state mandated. Teachers reserve the right to require all students to take the semester exams in their non End-of-Course classes.

Report Cards and Parent Conferences

Grade reports are issued each nine weeks. They are generally published one week following the end of the nine weeks grading period. Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled during the first nine weeks period in each semester. However, parents may call the school to set an appointment with any teacher at any time.

Grading Scale

93 to 100 = A 4.0 quality points92 to 85 = B 3.0 quality points75 to 84 = C 2.0 quality points70 to 74 = D 1.0 quality points 0 to 69 = F 0 quality points

Credits

A unit of credit is earned by taking and passing a course for the full year. Courses that meet for more than one period, earn an equivalent number of credits: a two-hour class earns two credits; a three-hour class earns three credits. Courses that last only one semester (half a year) earn one-half credit. It is important to note that credit cannot be given unless the class is passed.

Credit Recovery

Credit recovery allows students who have not successfully completed a course to have an opportunity to recover the course credit. Students may complete the credit recovery program through permission from the Principal without taking the regular course over again in the classroom. Information and eligibility requirements are available in the Guidance Office.

Classification of Students

School board policy states that in order to be promoted to the next grade, students must complete and/or accrue the following number of credits:

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4 credits or more at the end of the 9th grade10 credits or more at the end of the 10th grade14 credits or more at the end of the 11th grade

Testing

Besides tests given by classroom teachers, Meigs County High School administers all tests mandated by the state of Tennessee as well as others which benefit students.

End-of-Course Testing: High School End of Course examinations are given in English I, English II, English III, Algebra I, Algebra II, U.S. History, Biology I and Chemistry. The results of these examinations will be count as 25 percent of the second semester grade. Students will not be required to pass any one examination, but instead students must achieve a passing score for the course in accordance with the State Board of Education’s uniform grading policy.

ACT (American College Test): The state of Tennessee requires all students to take the ACT. A one-time voucher is issued to students for the ACT. This allows students to take the test at no cost to them. A state ACT test is given at Meigs County High School yearly in the spring. The ACT is also offered on national testing dates at various locations. If students choose to take the ACT more than one time, it is at his/her own expense. Twelfth grade students who are eligible for free/reduced lunch are eligible for up to two waivers from ACT to take the test at no cost.

Other Tests:PLAN (a preliminary ACT and career-planning test)PSAT/NMSQT (a preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship

Qualifying Test) ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, which helps students identify strengths, abilities, and career interests.)

Financial Aid

Services are provided to students and parents in applying for financial aid for college. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should be completed online at www.fafsa.ed.gov as soon after January 1st as possible during the student’s senior year. Financial aid workshops will be held in order to familiarize students and parents with the financial aid process.

Scholarships

Meigs County High School works with colleges and local organizations to help students in their applications for scholarships. Announcements are made, emails are sent, and notices are posted in various places to make students aware of available scholarships. Also, computer programs and books are available in the guidance office and the school library to aid students in locating scholarship for which they may qualify. Scholarship winners are usually informed by announcements made at Class Night. Scholarship websites include:www.collegefortn.org

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Nondiscrimination Policy & Grievance Procedures

It is the policy of the Meigs County School System not to discriminate on the basis of sex, race, national origin, creed, age, marital status, or disability in its education programs, activities, or employment policies as required by Title VI and VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

It is also the policy of this district that the curriculum materials, including career and technical education (CTE) materials, reflect the cultural and racial diversity present in the United States and the variety of careers, roles, and lifestyles open to women as well as men in our society. One of the objectives of the total curriculum and teaching strategies is to reduce stereotyping and to eliminate bias on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, religion, and disability. The curriculum should foster respect and appreciation for the cultural diversity found in our country and an awareness of the rights, duties, and responsibilities of each individual as a member of a pluralistic society.

All inquiries or concerns regarding compliance with Title VI or Title IX may be directed to Meigs County Board of Education, P.O. Box 1039, Decatur, TN 37322 or phone 423-334-5793.

Diplomas

Requirements for the different types of diplomas are as follows:

Regular Diploma: *Earn required units of credit *Take all required End-of-Course tests *Have satisfactory records of attendance and conduct/discipline

Honors Diploma: Meet all requirements for regular diploma plus earn at least 3.0 GPA.

Special Education Diploma: Complete Individualized Education Plan.

Six-Year Plan

A six-year plan, which is required by the State Board of Education, includes courses to be taken during four years of high school and two years following high school. A plan must take into account the requirements for the path chosen and must be kept on file at the school. Six-year-

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plans are completed in the eighth grade at the Middle School. Transfer students should provide a copy of their plan to the guidance counselor upon enrollment.

MEIGS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Basic Six-Year Plan

Name _______________________________________________________________ Class of 2015

Program of Study:_____________________Focus: ________________________________(Miinimum 22 High School Graduation Requirements (Beginning Fall 2009)English 4 credits Physical Education & Wellness 1.5 creditsMath 4 credits *Foreign Language 2 credits (Can be waived initial at bottom of page)Science 3 credits (2 lab sciences) *Fine Arts 1 credit (Can be waived initial at bottom of page)Social Studies 3 credits Program of Study 3 credits

2nd Program of Study (Additional 3 credits if above are waived) Grade 9 2011 - 12

Grade 10 2012 - 13

Grade 11 2013 - 14

Grade 12 2014 - 15

English 9_____________________

English 10_____________________

English 11_____________________

English 12_____________________

Algebra 1_____________________

Geometry_____________________

Algebra 2_____________________

Bridge Math, Statistics DCPre-Calculus DC, Calculus DC

Physical Science or_____________________

Biology 1 ______________________

Chemistry ______________________

Required or Elective Area______________________

Wellness World History/ Geography or HonorsWorld History/Geography

U S History or DualEnrollment U S History

Economics/ American Government

Computer Applications Personal Finance/PE or______________________



Program of Study (POS)_____________________

Program of Study (POS)______________________

Program of Study (POS)______________________

Program of Study (POS) or______________________

2nd POS, Required Course or Elective Area_____________________




Annual Review SignaturesCounselor_____________________

Counselor_____________________

Counselor______________________

Counselor______________________

Review Date ___________ Review Date ___________ Review Date ___________ Review Date ___________

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Postsecondary Goals (2 years or more beyond high school) Career Interest ________________________After graduation, I would most like to enter: (Circle One) 4-year College/University or 2 year College or Technology School or Military or Other ____________________________________________________*_____ Student please initial to waive the fine art and foreign language requirement if you will not enter a 4-year University after high school (Note: If you initial, you must complete an additional program of study in order to meet graduation requirement. 2nd POS ______________________________________ Focus ___________________________________________________________________ ________ _________________________________ ______ Parent/Guardian Signature Date Faculty Advisor/Counselor Signature Date

**Note: Because of prerequisite requirements and new curriculum changes, your son/daughter may not be able to change his/her focus of study beyond sophomore year. Please consider this as you evaluate this plan with your child. Please note that we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic status, learning ability level or language.

MEIGS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL COURSE LIST 2014-15

ACADEMIC COURSES

LANGUAGE: English 9, English 9R, English 9 Advanced, English 10, English 10R, English 10 Advanced, English 11, English 11R, English 11 Advanced, English 12, English 12R, English12 Dual Enrollment, Journalism, Creative Writing Spanish 1, Spanish 2

MATHEMATICS : Algebra 1 A (SE), Algebra 1 B (SE), Algebra 1, Algebra 1 Advanced, Geometry A (SE), Geometry B (SE), Geometry, Advanced Geometry Algebra 2, Algebra 2 Advanced, Pre-Calculus Dual Enrollment, Statistics Dual Enrollment, Calculus Dual Enrollment, Bridge Math, Bridge Math Lab (To be taken with Bridge Math by recommendation),

SCIENCE: Applied Environmental Science, Agriscience, Physical Science, Biology 1 A (SE), Biology 1 B (SE), Biology 1, Biology 2, Chemistry 1, Physics

FINE ARTS: Vocal Music (Chorus and Hand Bells), Instrumental Music (Marching/Concert Band) General Music, Theatre Arts 1

SOCIAL STUDIES : World History/Geography R (SE), World History/Geography, World History/Geography Honors,U S History R (SE), U S History/Geography, U S History/Geography Dual Enrollment, Economics R/ Government R (SE), Economics/Government, Psychology, Sociology

HEALTH & PE : Wellness, Physical Education 1, Physical Education Varsity Sports (Basketball, Football, Baseball, Cheerleading

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OTHER COURSES: Driver Education, ACT Prep and College Readiness, Peer Tutor, Office Assistant

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CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION COURSES

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION*Computer Applications, Introduction to Business and Marketing, Business Principles, Business Economics, Business Communications, Administrative Management, Personal Finance, Advertising and Public Relations

AGRICULTURE, FOOD, & NATURAL RESOURCES

Agriscience, Veterinary Science, Organizational Leadership and Communications, Principles of Agriculture Mechanics, Applied Environmental Science, Natural Resources Management, Agriculture Power and Equipment,Large Animal Science, Agricultural Business and Finance, Greenhouse Management, Landscaping and Turf Management

TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, & LOGISTICSMaintenance and Light Repair I, II, III, AND IV

HUMAN SERVICES, EDUCATION, & TRAININGIntroduction to Human Studies, Lifespan Development, Nutrition Science and Diet Therapy, Teaching as a Profession I, Human Services Practicum

HEALTH SCIENCEHealth Science Education, Medical Therapeutics, Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology

LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS, & SECURITYPrinciples of Law, Corrections, and Security, Criminal Justice 1, Criminal Justice 2, Criminal Justice 3: Investigation

WORK BASED LEARNING

Can be taken in Senior year complimentary of your Program of Study in any CTE or academic area. Students may be dismissed early for opportunity to work 9th and 10th period.

Course assignments could vary depending on enrollment and/or the availability of staff. Some courses are grade specific while others are offered on a rotation schedule. Please note that we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic status, learning ability level or language.

FOR COURSE DESCRIPTIONS/STANDARDS: http://www.state.tn.us/education/standards

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2014-15 MEIGS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS OF STUDY(COURSES IN BOLD ARE THE CLASSES WE HOPE TO OFFER DURING THE 2014-15 SCHOOL YEAR PENDING CLASS SIZE )

AGRICULTURE, FOOD, & NATURAL RESOURCES Program of Study Required Required Required Recommended

VETERINARY AND ANIMAL SCIENCE Agriscience Large Animal Science Veterinary ScienceOrganizational Leadership and

Communications

AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING AND APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Agriscience

Principles of Agriculture Mechanics

Agriculutral Power and Equipment

Organizational Leadership and

Communications

AGRIBUSINESS AgriscienceOrganizational Leadership and

Communications

Agricultural Business and Finance**State Wide Dual Credit

Business Economics/Personal

Finance

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE Agriscience Landscaping and Turf Management

Greenhouse Management **State

Wide Dual Credit

Organizational Leadership and

Communications

ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Agriscience

Applied Environmental

ScienceNatural Resources

Management

Greenhouse Management **State

Wide Dual Credit

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION

Progam of Study Required Required Required Recommended

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Computer Applications

Business Economics/Personal

FinanceInteractive Multimedia

Presentations Business Principles

ADMINISTRATIVE AND INFORMATIONSUPPORT

Computer Applications Business Principles Business

CommunicationsAdministrative Management

HEALTH SERVICES ADMINSTRATIONS Computer Applications

Health Science Educations Business Principles Administrative

Management

HEALTH SCIENCE

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THERAPEUTIC CLINICAL SERVICES Health Science Education Medical Therapeutics Nutrition Science and

Diet Therapy Anatomy and Physiology

THERAPEUTIC NURSING SERVICES Health Science Education Medical Therapeutics Anatomy and

Physiology

Medical Terminology (must take A & P or Medical Therapeutics before

Terminology

HUMAN SERVICES


SOCIAL HEALTH SERVICES Introduction to Human Sudies

Lifespan Development

Psychology and Sociology

Human Services Practicum

DIETETICS AND NUTRITION Introduction to Human Sudies

Psychology and Personal Finance

Nutrition Science and Diet Therapy

Human Services Practicum

EDUCATION & TRAINING


EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT CAREERS Fundamentals of Education

Teaching as Profession I

Lifespan Development Psychology/Sociology

TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, & LOGISTICS


AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Maintenance and Light Repair I

Maintenance and Light Repair II

Maintenance and Light Repair III

Maintenance and Light Repair IV

LAW, PUBLIC SAFETY, CORRECTIONS, & SECURITY

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LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICESPrinciples of Law, Corrections, and

Security

Criminal Justice I **State Wide Dual

CreditCriminal Justice II Criminal Justice III:

Investigation

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Progam of Study Required Required Required RecommendedVOCAL MUSIC (Chorus and Handbells) Vocal Music Vocal Music Vocal Music Vocal Music

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC(MARCHING AND CONCERT BAND) Instrumental Music Instrumental Music Instrumental Music Instrumental Music

JOURNALISM


PRINT AND ELECTRONIC MEDIA (Newspaper) **Computer Applications

Interactive Multimedia Presentation Journalism 1 Creative Writing

PHYSICAL EDUCATION


PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Junior Varsity and/or Varisty Sports participation required)

Football, Baseball, Basketball, and/or

Cheerleading


Cheerleading


Cheerleading


Cheerleading

GENERAL STUDIES

Progam of Study

GENERAL STUDIES (To be determined by the Administration and/or Counselors) ___________________ ___________________ __________________

_ ___________________

SPECIAL SERVICES

Progam of Study

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LIFE SKILLS (To be determined by the IEP team) Life Skills 1 (CDC Classroom)

Life Skills 2 (CDC Classroom

Life Skills 3 (CDC Classroom)

Life Skills 4 (CDC Classroom)

Credits

To earn a regular high school diploma, students must earn the prescribed 22 creditminimum and have a satisfactory record of attendance and discipline. The credits must be obtained as follows:

Math: 4 credits, including Algebra I, II, Geometry and a fourth higher level math course (Students must be enrolled in a mathematics course each school year.)

English: 4 credits

Science: 3 credits, including Biology, Chemistry or Physics, and a third lab course

Social Studies: 3 credits

Physical Education and Wellness: 1.5 credits

Personal Finance: 0.5 credits

Foreign Language: 2 credits (May be waived for students not going to a University to expand and enhance the elective focus)

Fine Arts: 1 credit (May be waived for students not going to a University to expand and enhance the elective focus)

Elective (Program of Study) Focus: 3 credits consisting of Math and Science, Career and Technical Education, Fine Arts, Humanities, Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB)

Second Elective (Program of Study) Focus: Required for students who receive a waiver from the find art and foreign language requirement.3 credits consisting of Math and Science, Career and Technical Education, Fine Arts, Humanities, Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB)

Graduating with TN Honors, TN Distinction, and/orMeigs County High School Honors

GRADUATING WITH TN HONORS

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Students who score at or above all of the subject area readiness benchmarks on the ACT or equivalent score on the SAT and have obtained an overall grade point average of at least a 3.0 will graduate with state honors.

ACT Benchmarks for 2014-15English 18Mathematics 22Reading 22Science 23

GRADUATING WITH TN DISTINCTIONStudents will be recognized as graduating with “state distinction” by attaining a B or better average and completing one of the following at Meigs County High School:

Earn a nationally recognized industry certification (Meigs County High School has certification in Greenhouse Management)

Participate in at least one of the Governor’s Schools Be selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist Earn twelve (12) or more semester hours of transcripted postsecondary credit (i.e. Two

or more full year dual enrollment courses) Attain a score of thirty one (31) or higher composite score on the ACTParticipation in the following are included by the state, but are not available at Meigs County High School at the present time: *Attain a score of three (3) or higher on at least two advanced placement exams *Successfully complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme *Participate in one of the state’s All State musical organizations

MEIGS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL HONORSStudents will graduate with the following local honors depending upon the final unweighted GPA:

Highest Honors 3.8 – 4.0 GPA High Honors 3.4 – 3.7 GPAHonors 3.3 – 3.0 GPA

STUDENT RECOGNITIONStudents will be recognized at Meigs County High School Senior Class Night and/or on Graduation for the honors they have received. Students will also receive a seal or seals on the high school diploma indicating TN Honors, TN Distinction, and/or Meigs County High School Honors.

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