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Wren High School 2017-2018

School Colors: Blue and Gold School Mascot: Hurricane

905 Wren High School Rd.

Piedmont, SC 29673

Phone: (864) 850-5900

Fax: (864) 850-5929

Seth Young, Principal

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTIONS

Principal’s Welcome, Mission Statement, School Beliefs, Alma Mater 3

DAILY OPERATIONS Drop Off and Pick Up Times, District Office Personnel 4 Wren High Personnel, Student Government 5 School Calendar 6-7 Bell Schedules 8-11 Extracurricular Activity Contact 11-13 A/B Schedule 14-15 Attendance Policy, Plans, Credit Denial, Seat Time Recovery, and Tardy Policy 16-18 Early Dismissal, Illness at School, Hall Pass, Restroom Policy, Make-Up Work 19-21 Dispensing Medicine 21

DISCIPINARY PROCEDURES Anderson School District One Digital Initiative 21 Off Limit areas, Gang-related Activity, School Safety 23-24 Bullying, Sexual Harassment, Electronic devices and Cell Phone Policy 24-27 Dress Code 27-29 Drug Dogs, School Bus Conduct, Public Display of Affection 29-32 In-School Suspension, Out-of-School Suspension, Tobacco Policy 32-39

STUDENT INFORMATION Public Announcements, Computer Policy 39-40 Lockers, Library Rules, Guests on Campus, Textbooks 40-41 Transferring/Withdrawing, Parking and Driving/Riding to CTC 41-42 Safety, Release of Student Information 42 Notification of Rights and Cafeteria 43-44 Inclement Weather Procedures, Late Arrival/Early Dismissal 44-45 Fundraising, Distribution of Literature, Transcripts, School Insurance, School Fee, 45 Athletic Pass

ACADEMIC INFORMATION Remediation Program, High School Diploma Requirements, Dual Credit 46-47 Required Number of Courses, Mandatory Course Requirements, Career Clusters 47 Certificate of Mastery, Course Changes 48 Homeroom Grade Placement, Junior/Senior Prom, Graduation, GPA Guidelines 48-49 Honor Societies, Junior Marshals, Academic Honors, Valedictorian/Salutatorian 49-50 Perfect Attendance, Honor Roll, Principal’s List 50 Hurricane Scholar, Academic Letters, Student of the Month 50 Blue and Gold Cards, Grading Scale Policy 50-53 Guidance Services, National Honor’s Society, National Beta Club 53-54 Homework Policy, Homework Assignments 54 Homework Suggestions for Parents, Cheating Policy 54-55 Exam Exemption Policy, Athletic Handbook 55-56 Students with Special Needs (IHPs) 504s, IDEA, Medical Homebound 57

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Principal’s Welcome Dear Parents and Students, At Wren High School, our goal is to strive to be the best in everything we do. As we begin a new school year, we encourage you to set goals and work hard to make this a successful year. We believe it is important for you to get involved and enjoy being a part of some of the extracurricular activities we have here at Wren. This is going to be a great school year. At Wren High School, Best is Our Standard!!! Sincerely, Seth Young, Principal #WrenBest

Wren High School Beliefs

The Purpose of Wren High School is to prepare students for the future by providing each student

with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and character necessary to excel and

contribute in a challenging and global society.

Our Mission is to support every student’s potential by encouraging and challenging each student to

achieve world-class knowledge and to attain life and career readiness skills.

We Believe in a safe and secure environment, in a rigorous and relevant curriculum, in collaboration

of all stakeholders, in the use of technology and the principles of digital citizenship, and in the value

of respecting diversity within the school and community.

ALMA MATER

To thee, O Wren, we sing thy praise

Who leads us true in Wisdom's ways

Mother of learning, we pledge to thee

All our love and loyalty.

Mem'ries so tender linger on

Of school days here, past and gone

Lasting friends and truths we feel

Mold our lives with high ideals.

Chorus

O Wren, with heart and hand and mind

We hold thee dear in favor kind.

Success can be sure, life's battle won

Dear Alma Mater, live on, live on.

-Sam H. Arnold

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DAILY OPERATIONS

Hours of Operation 7:15-4:00 PM

Drop Off and Pick Up Times: Students may be dropped off at Wren High School beginning at 7:15 a.m. Students should report to the commons, cafeteria, or Academy Atrium (9th graders only) until the first bell rings. Students must be picked up by 3:45p.m. Any student who is on school grounds after 4:00 p.m. should remain at the front of the building on the Main Entrance crosswalk until his ride arrives. Bus riders should remain in the bus holding area until their bus arrives.

*Unless given permission by a teacher, all other areas of the school are off limits. This includes the Atrium, the gym, and the Southern Connector. Being in unauthorized locations will result in disciplinary action.

District Office: (864) 847-7344

Superintendent Mr. David Havird Assistant Superintendent for Administration Mr. Robbie Binnicker Assistant Superintendent of Instruction Mrs. Jane Harrison Director of Personnel Services Mrs. Becky Brady Director of Testing and Accountability Mrs. Christie Shealy Director of Planning and Development Dr. Tiffany Estes Coordinator of Digital Learning Mrs. Kristen Hearne Director of Finance Mr. Travis Thomas Director of Technology Mrs. Andria Hancock

Director of Special Services Dr. Brian Keith Director of Nutritional Services Ms. Debbie Joye Director of Maintenance Mr. Chris Lesley Coordinator of Family Services Mrs. Liz Wittebort

Transportation Office: (864) 232-6619 or (864) 947-8989 Supervisor -

Mr. Benny Bridges

Career and Technology Center: (864) 847-4121

Director Mrs. Hollie Harrell

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Wren High School Contact Information

Main Office: 850-5900

Administration

Principal: Mr. Seth Young Freshman Academy Director: Mr. Chris Chapman Assistant Principal: Mr. Kyle Whitfield Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Katie King Administrative Assistant: Mrs. Lisa Wilson

Administrative Assistant: Mr. Stan Yarborough Athletic Director: Mr. Jeff Tate

Administrative Staff

School Receptionist: Mrs. Sue Baab Secretary: Mrs. Lyn Ridlehoover Attendance Secretary: Mrs. Patsy Tinsley Bookkeeper: Mrs. Susan Reid Nurse: Mrs. Donna Knight School Resource Officer: Officer T.J. Burgess

Director of Bands: Mr. Chuck Hamlett NJROTC Instructors: Captain Thomas Rossley Master

Chief Cliff Bailey

Guidance Department Counselor: Mrs. Paige Dillard Counselor: Mr. Tom Kupec Counselor: Mrs. Billie Fry Counselor/CDF: Mrs. Barbara Brown Graduation Coach: Mrs. Kathy Kaminska

Student Government Adviser: Ms. Courtney Samuel

STUCO Body President: Sarah Beth Barker STUCO Body VP: Alli Griffith Executive Secretary: Will select during the year Recording Secretary: Will select during the year Treasurer: Will select during the year Senior Class President: Abbey Anne Freeman Junior Class President: Matthew Duncan Sophomore Class President: Karl Undheim Freshman Class President: Greta Tate

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2017-2018 School Calendar

August

15, 16, 17, 18, 21 Professional Development Day

22 First Student Day

September

4 Labor Day Holiday

October

24 End of 1st 45-Day Grading Period

30 Professional Development Day

November

22, 23, 24 Thanksgiving Holidays

December

15 Last Student Day before Holidays

18 - Jan. 1 Christmas Holidays

January

2 Students/Staff Return from Holidays

15 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday


18 End of 2nd 45-Day Grading Period

February

16 1st Snow Make-up Day


March


27 End of 3rd 45-Day Grading Period

30 2nd Snow Make Up Day

April

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2-6 Spring Break

May

28 Memorial Day Holiday

June

7 End of 4th 45-day Grading Period


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Bell Schedules

REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE

7:50

First Bell

7:55 Second Bell **10th/11th grade CTC students depart for the CTC at 7:55

am.**

8:00

Tardy Bell

8:00 - 9:30

First and Second Periods

9:36 - 9:46

Morning Announcements (in 3rd period class)

9:46 - 11:16

Third and Fourth Periods

11:16

11:51 First Lunch **12th grade CTC students depart for CTC at 11:50 am (car

riders) and 11:50 am (bus riders).**

11:57 - 1:30

Fifth and Six Periods

11:22 - 12:08

First Half of Fifth and Sixth Periods

12:08 - 12:39

Second Lunch

12:44 - 1:30

Second Half of Fifth and Sixth Periods

1:36 - 3:10

Seventh and Eighth Periods

HOMEROOM BELL SCHEDULE

7:50

First Bell

7:55

Second Bell

8:00

Tardy Bell

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8:00 - 9:26


9:32 - 9:40

Morning Announcements

9:40 - 11:06 Third and Fourth Periods **CTC students depart from CTC at 10:45

am.*

11:11 - 11:19

Homeroom

11:19

11:54

First Lunch

12:00 - 1:30


11:24 - 12:09


12:09 - 12:39

Second Lunch

12:45 - 1:30


1:36 - 3:10

Seventh and Eighth Periods

ADVISORY PERIOD SCHEDULE

7:50

First Bell

7:55

Second Bell

8:00

Tardy Bell

8:00 - 8:59


9:05 - 10:04


10:10 - 11:19 Advisory Period **CTC students depart from CTC at 9:40

am.**

11:19

RESUME REGULAR SCHEDULE

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ACTIVITY BELL SCHEDULE

7:50

First Bell

7:55

Second Bell

8:00

Tardy Bell

8:00 - 9:25


9:31 - 9:41


9:41 - 11:07

Third and Fourth Periods *CTC students depart from CTC at 10:39 am.**

11:07 - 11:42

First Lunch

11:48 - 1:12


11:13 - 11:55


11:55 - 12:27

Second Lunch

12:30 - 1:12


1:18 - 2:39

Seventh and Eighth Periods *CTC students department from CTC at 2:10 pm**

2:39 - 3:10

Activity Period

TWO-HOUR INCLEMENT WEATHER DELAY

9:55

First Bell *Morning CTC students will NOT report to the CTC.**

10:00

Tardy Bell

10:00 - 10:35

First and Second Periods **Late arrival Seniors should report at 10:37 am.**

10:41 - 11:16


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11:16 - 11:19


11:19 -

RESUME REGULAR SCHEDULE

*9th grade academic classes meet for 45 minutes each day.

*All other classes meet for ninety minutes every other day.

Extracurricular Activity Contacts:

ADVANCED PLACEMENT Mrs. Billie Fry

ANIME Mrs. Renay Motte

ANNOUNCEMENTS Mrs. Sue Baab

ATHLETIC INSURANCE Mr. Jeff Tate

ATHLETICS

Mr. Jeff Tate, Athletic Director Mr.. Stan Yarborough, Asst. Athletic Director

ATTENDANCE INFORMATION Mrs. Patsy Tinsley

AUDITORIUM Mr. Chris Chapman

BAND

Mr. Chuck Hamlett Mrs. Angela Tarbutton

BETA CLUB (11TH AND 12TH )

Mrs. Karen Key

JR. BETA CLUB (9TH AND 10TH)

Mrs. Ali Wienke Mrs. Rachael White

BUSES/TRANSPORTATION Mrs. Lisa Wilson

CAFETERIA-FOOD SERVICES Mrs. Julie Morgan

CHICK-FIL-A LEADERSHIP Mrs. Molly Rains

CHILL Mr. Rick Taylor

COURSE-SCHEDULE CHANGES Guidance

SPEECH AND DEBATE TEAM Mr. Matthew Truesdale

ESOL Mrs. Kathy Kaminska/Ms. Darlene Whitaker

FINANCES Mrs. Susan Reid

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GUIDANCE SERVICES Mr. Tom Kupec – 11TH GRADE: A - J 12TH GRADE: A - J

Mrs. Billie Fry – 11TH GRADE: K - Z 12TH GRADE: K - Z

Mrs. Paige Dillard – All 9TH GRADE

HOMECOMING

Mrs. Barbara Brown- All 10th Grade/CDF Mrs. Kathy Kaminska – Graduation Coach Withdrawal of Students Mrs. Molly Raines, Mrs. Lisa Wilson, Mrs. Becky Mann

IMPROV CLUB Mr. Matthew Truesdale

LEGISLATIVE LIAISON Mrs. Robin Kelley

MEDIA CENTER Mrs. Tamara Cox

MAINTENANCE CONCERNS Mr. Chris Chapman, Mr. Kyle Whitfield, Mr.Jeff Tate

MEDIA/NEWSPAPERS/PRESS RELEASES Mrs. Lyn Ridlehoover

MISS WRENICYCLE LIAISON Mr. Chuck Hamlett

MR. WREN PAGEANT PTSO

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY Mr. Matthew Truesdale

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Mrs. Cindy Boyd/Mrs. Molly Rains/Mrs. Melody Weatherford

NEWSLETTER Mrs. Lyn Ridlehoover

OUTDOOR CLUB Mrs. Kathrine Moore

PROGRESS REPORTS/REPORT CARDS Mrs. Lyn Ridlehoover

PROM Mrs. Cindy Boyd

RELAY FOR LIFE Mrs. Karen Key/ Mrs. Lynn Ellison

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Guidance Counselors

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SCHOOL PLAY Ms. Sheri Moye

SERTEEN CLUB Mrs. Becky Mann / Dr. Lynn Ellison

SOCIAL MEDIA Mrs. Lisa Wilson

SPANISH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Mrs. Lisa Wilson

SPECIAL EDUCATION Mrs. Karla Schultz/Mrs. Lisa Davis

STUDENT ACTIVITIES Mr. Chris Chapman

STUDENT GOVERNMENT Ms. Courtney Samuel

TEACHER CADETS Mrs. Ali Wienke

TEXTBOOKS Mr. Kyle Whitfield

TUTORING Mr. John Brockett / Mrs. Barbara Brown

WREN HOMEMAKERS Mrs. Becky Mann

YEARKBOOK Ms. Jennifer Bertram

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A/B Schedule 2017-18 NS-No School

IS-In Service

End of Grading Period Snow Makeup

MONTH MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Aug-17

15 (IS) 16 (IS) 17 (IS) 18 (IS)

21 (IS) 22 (A) 23 (B) 24 (A) 25 (B)

28 (A) 29 (B) 30 (A) 31 (B)

Sep-17

1 (A)

4 (NS) 5 (B) 6 (A) 7 (B) 8 (A)

11 (B) 12 (A) 13 (B) 14 (A) 15 (B)

18 (A) 19 (B) 20 (A) 21 (B) 22 (A)

25 (B) 26 (A) 27 (B) 28 (A) 29 (B)

Oct-17

2 (A) 3 (B) 4 (A) 5 (B) 6 (A)

9 (B) 10 (A) 11 (B) 12 (A) 13 (B)

16 (A) 17 (B) 18 (A) 19 (B) 20 (A)

23 (B) 24 (A) 25 (B) 26 (A) 27 (B)

30 (IS) 31 (A)

Nov-17

1 (B) 2 (A) 3 (B)

6 (A) 7 (B) 8 (A) 9 (B) 10 (A)

13 (B) 14 (A) 15 (B) 16 (A) 17 (B)

20 (A) 21 (B) 22 (NS) 23 (NS) 24 (NS)

27 (A) 28 (B) 29 (A) 30 (B)

Dec-17

1 (A)

4 (B) 5 (A) 6 (B) 7 (A) 8 (B)

11 (A) 12 (B) 13 (A) 14 (B) 15 (A)

18 (NS) 19 (NS) 20 (NS) 21 (NS) 22 (NS)

25 (NS) 26 (NS) 27 (NS) 28 (NS) 29 (NS)

Jan-18

1 (NS) 2 (B) 3 (A) 4 (B) 5 (A)

8 (B) 9 (A) 10 (B) 11 (A) 12 (B)

15 (NS) 16 (IS) 17 (A) 18 (B) 19 (A)

22 (B) 23 (A) 24 (B) 25 (A) 26 (B)

29 (A) 30 (B) 31 (A)

Feb-18

1 (B) 2 (A)

5 (B) 6 (A) 7 (B) 8 (A) 9 (B)

12 (A) 13 (B) 14 (A) 15 (B) 16 (SNOW #1)

19 (IS) 20 (A) 21 (B) 22 (A) 23 (B)

26 (A) 27 (B) 28 (A)

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Mar-18

1 (B) 2 (A)

5 (B) 6 (A) 7 (B) 8 (A) 9 (B)

12 (A) 13 (B) 14 (A) 15 (B) 16 (IS)

19 (A) 20 (B) 21 (A) 22 (B) 23 (A)

26 (B) 27 (A) 28 (B) 29 (A) 30 (SNOW #2)

Apr-18

2 (NS) 3 (NS) 4 (NS) 5 (NS) 6 (NS)

9 (B) 10 (A) 11 (B) 12 (A) 13 (B)

16 (A) 17 (B) 18 (A) 19 (B) 20 (A)

23 (B) 24 (A) 25 (B) 26 (A) 27 (B)

30 (A)

May-18

1 (B) 2 (A) 3 (B) 4 (A)

7 (B) 8 (A) 9 (B) 10 (A) 11 (B)

14 (A) 15 (B) 16 (A) 17 (B) 18 (A)

21 (B) 22 (A) 23 (B) 24 (A) 25 (B)

28 (NS) 29 (A) 30 (B) 31 (A)

Jun-18 1 (B)

4 (A) 5 (B) 6 (A) 7 (B) 8 (IS) (SNOW #3)

This schedule does not change because of inclement weather.

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Anderson School District One Rules and Regulations

ATTENDANCE POLICY

To maintain full-time status at Wren High School or the Career and Technology Center,

students must be enrolled and attend school regularly. Students will earn a Carnegie unit for

a course upon earning a final grade of 60 or better. Students may need to attend after-school

tutoring or complete assignments after school hours in order to demonstrate proficiency in a

course, especially if a student is absent. No additional requirements are needed beyond the

state minimum for awarding a Carnegie unit. A Perfect Attendance award will be given to

students with no tardies or absences to any period of any class during the day. *Absences

fall into two categories: Lawful and Unlawful.*

LAWFUL ABSENCES

1. Illness - Illness that is certified by a doctor's statement is a lawful or excused

absence. We encourage the scheduling of such appointments, when possible, at

times that would not interfere with school. Medical statements should be presented

within 5 days following the student’s return to school. AN ILLNESS NOT

ACCOMPANIED BY A DOCTOR'S STATEMENT WILL BE AN UNLAWFUL OR

UNEXCUSED ABSENCE. *Doctor's excuses and other documentation that would

justify lawful absences to school will not be accepted beyond the last day of student

attendance.

2. Illness Or Death In The Family - When there has been a serious illness or death in the

student's immediate family and the student has been absent as a result of either of

these, then the absence(s) will be excused or lawful. The principal may require

evidence in addition to a parent/guardian statement. A statement from the

parent/guardian must be presented within 3 days following the student's return to

school. The excuse must list the date of absence, the reason for the absence, and

must be signed by the parent/guardian and dated on the day the student returns to

school.

3. School Function or Activities - Student absences for activities that are school-

related will be excused or lawful.

1. Religious Holidays of Their Faith - Students may be excused for religious holidays of

their faith when these holidays fall on a school day(s). The principal may require

evidence in addition to a statement from a parent/guardian.

1. Principal’s Approval - In addition to the above four specific types, the principal of

each school has the discretion of deciding if an absence is lawful or unlawful. If the

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principal feels the absence is due to an emergency situation which was beyond the

student's control, then the principal may excuse the absence.

UNLAWUL ABSENCES

1. Students who are willfully absent from school without knowledge of their

parents.

2. Students who are absent from school without acceptable cause with the

knowledge of their parents. 3. Students who are absent from school due to suspensions. 4. Absences for which a student fails to provide to the school a valid excuse within

the acceptable time frame. This could include absence(s) for medical reasons if not

accompanied by a doctor's statement. It could also include absence(s) for religious holidays

unless adequately documented as determined by the proper school official. If an excuse is

not returned within the proper time frame, the absence becomes unexcused.

CONSEQUENCES FOR UNLAWFUL ABSENCES

Attendance Intervention Plans - The law requires school districts to develop an

intervention plan after a certain number of unlawful absences. This plan requires

contacting the parents to determine the cause(s) of the absences and developing a plan

for improved attendance. Anderson District One's policy calls for three letters to be sent

to parents after the third, fifth, and ninth unlawful absence. After the third unlawful

absence, students will be referred to the county attendance officer.

Credit Denial –Credit will be denied for students who accumulate more than 6 unexcused absences in a yearlong course, 3 in a semester course, and/or 12 in a Freshman Academy course. The student will receive a grade of 51 (F). Please note that this applies to each class individually; therefore, missing only part of a day is preferable to missing an entire day. *In some cases where 8th grade students are taking courses for high school credit, this rule would apply.

Seat Time Recovery – Seat Time Recovery is offered during the school year for students who are in danger of failing a course because of absences. The cost is $5 per class. (For example, if a student needs to make up 1 absence for an English class and 2 absences for service learning, he would pay $15.) Seat Time Recovery is a privilege that may be eliminated at any time by the administration. Seat Time Recovery cannot replace the important instructional program students receive in their classes; therefore, students are encouraged to attend class regularly. Dates and procedures are available via the website and/or Mrs. Tinsley.

Athletics and Extra-curricular Activities - Student attendance in the regular school

program is of first importance. No student may be permitted to take part in athletics or

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other extra-curricular activities on a day when he/she has been absent from school for

the entire day or part of the day. It would be only in justifiable instances that the

administration may grant an exception to this policy.

TARDY TO SCHOOL/CLASS:

Students are considered tardy unless they are inside the classroom before the tardy bell

rings. Classroom teachers should contact the Attendance Office regarding students who

are marked absent but were present in class. Students are given three (3) tardies per

semester to be used for uncontrollable events such as a car breaking down or

oversleeping, etc. Therefore, students should not use these tardies frivolously. Any

student arriving to school after the 8:00 tardy bell is considered tardy.

*Failure to follow the appropriate procedure will result in disciplinary action.

Tardy because of conference with teacher or guidance – Students who are tardy because

they were with another teacher or staff member must present a signed pass with the date

and time from that particular staff member. Students should not be admitted to class without

a pass from a faculty member or the guidance office. Tardies to class are excused only when a

pass is issued by school personnel stating the reason for the tardy.

Tardy because of doctor’s appointment - Tardies are excused when the student has an

appointment with a doctor or some other professional agency. A doctor's note must

accompany the tardy student in order for the tardy to be excused. A parent note will not

excuse a student's tardy.

Tardy because of late bus arrival - Report directly to the Attendance Office. The time/date on

the bus tardy will indicate whether the student has been loitering after the arrival of the bus.

Tardy other than late bus arrival - Report directly to the Attendance Office.

Disciplinary Action for Tardies to School or to Class (Per Semester):

Fourth Tardy 30 minute detention

Fifth Tardy 1 hour detention

Sixth Tardy 1 day of I.S.S

Seventh Tardy 2 days of I.S.S

Eighth Tardy 3 days of I.S.S

Ninth Tardy 4 days of I.S.S

Tenth Tardy 5 days of I.S.S

**Eleventh Tardy O.S.S/Parent Conference

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EARLY DISMISSAL PROCEDURE:

Students are permitted to leave school before their regular dismissal only at the written

request of a parent or guardian, or for some urgent reason of which the administrator shall

be the judge. Once a student drives on campus, he/she is required to sign out in the

Attendance Office prior to leaving. A student must have a dismissal slip to leave the school

building at all times. Emergency dismissals must be obtained through Mrs. Tinsley. A student who leaves school with proper permission must have administrative approval to

return in the same day.

Students bringing a written request for dismissal must present it to Mrs. Tinsley when they

arrive at school. Written requests must be received before 8:30 A.M. to be approved.

In all cases, students are officially dismissed only when they sign out in the attendance

office. Students must report to the Attendance Office to sign in when returning to

school.

If given permission to leave campus, students must sign in at the Attendance Office at both

Wren High School and the CTC. If a student reports to the CTC and fails to report to Wren

High School or reports to Wren High School and fails to report to the CTC without properly

signing out, he/she will be considered cutting and will receive consequences according to

the discipline code.

Each request for a dismissal must contain the following information: - name of student as it appears on permanent record - the date

- the time to be dismissed

- reason for dismissal - signature of parent or guardian - telephone number where parent/guardian can be contacted.

No student shall be dismissed from 11:23 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. for lunch. Only in

emergency situations shall a student be given administrative permission to leave school

and return during lunch.

Dismissals from school for reasons other than approved appointments or verified illness will

result in an unexcused absence for all classes that are missed.

Seniors who have early dismissal from study hall in the middle of the day and fail to return for

their final class are considered cutting unless a parent has called to sign them out.

Illness at school: Students who become ill must report to the attendance clerk and

arrangements will be made for dismissal. Students who fail to report to class or the office

because of illness will be subject to disciplinary action for cutting class. See section on

Dispensing of medicine to students by school personnel for more information.

Hall Pass: Except during class change, no student is to be in the hall without a hall pass issued

by the teacher. The hall pass should have the student's name, destination, time left, and

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reason. No student is to be sent anywhere except to the library on a library pass. No student

should be dismissed from class at any time to use the pay phone or to purchase food from the

cafeteria or vending machines.

Restroom Policy: Each student will receive 2 restroom passes per nine weeks in each class, and the following conditions must apply:

The student will use the closest restroom possible and go only to the restroom;

The student must go and return as quickly as possible;

No student may leave while taking a test or quiz;

Going to the restroom must be done in a quiet manner where no class disruption takes

place;

Only one student at a time from a single class may use the restroom.

After the student has used his/her 2 free passes, teachers may assign make-up time. This

time does not have to equal to the time used. Teachers will issue 5 to 10 minutes to be

served after school, before school, or at lunch. The time must be made up before the next

class period unless the student has reached an agreement with the teacher. This agreement

must be made before the next class. Failure to serve will result in an hour detention or ISS.

If any student has a medical condition that causes him/her to need more restroom time,

he/she may bring a doctor’s note to the administration, and the student’s teachers will be

notified to allow the exception. The doctor’s note must state how long this exemption will be

needed.

This policy is designed to make all classrooms uniform throughout the school. However, students must follow the teacher’s standards and cooperate to make this policy work smoothly. Teachers have discretion beyond the minimum policy. If the above standards are not followed, the student is subject to ISS and loss of this privilege. Make-Up Work: The following rules will apply to all students who need to make up work:

Students who are absent one day (lawful or unlawful) should be prepared to fulfill any

previously assigned work on the day they return to class. In addition, upon their return to

school, students should contact the teachers of the classes they missed to get missed

assignments so they will be prepared for the next day's classes.

Students who are absent for a portion of the school day should be prepared to fulfill any

previously announced assignments the day they return to class.

Students participating in school activities (field trips, academic or athletic competition, etc.)

are responsible for any work missed while they were away from school. Any assignments

must be taken care of by the student the next day the student is in class.

Students who have longer-term absences (more than one day) will be allowed the same

number of days missed to complete any make-up assignments (i.e. 3 days absent - 3 days to

make up work). Any period of absences that would go beyond five consecutive days, the

teacher's discretion should be used to set up a schedule for making up missed work.

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It is always the student's responsibility to get his/her missed work made up. No make-up work

can be completed after the end of the appropriate nine-week period without teacher and

principal approval.

Students who are absent three days or more may request assistance in obtaining class

assignments through the Guidance Office. Requests should be made by 8:00 a.m. in order

for teachers to prepare the assignments and return them to Mrs. Tinsley in the Main Office

by the end of the school day.

Dispensing of Medicine: Generally, school staff members are to refrain from giving medicine

to children. However, the board recognizes the occasional need for district employees to

administer medicine to individual students. The guidelines are as follows:

● Students should refrain from taking any medication (prescription or over- the-

counter) at school for any reason unless dispensed according to the guidelines.

● The school district/principal reserves the right to deny a parent's request for

their child's participation under this policy for legitimate reasons.

● Parents may not hold the school, school district, or personnel liable for any adverse

reaction to a drug when it has been administered under the prescribed manner.

● A student who provides or takes any medication not dispensed in the manner

below will be subject to disciplinary action.

● The medication containers shall be properly labeled with student's name, name of

medication, dosage, how medication is to be administered, and the physician's

name.

● No district employee shall furnish any medication to be taken internally.

● Prior to the administering prescribed medication, a signed and dated request form

from the parent or legal guardian giving permission for the medicine to be

administered must be on file and placed in the pupil's permanent folder. Forms may

be obtained from the school office.

● A statement from the physician who prescribed the medicine must be on file. This

statement should contain the name of the medicine(s), the dosage, and the time(s)

to be given. The physician should sign and date the statement. Forms may be

obtained from the school office.

● Upon receipt of both of the statements, school personnel shall give the

medication in the manner prescribed. The principal or his designee shall be

responsible for administering the medicine

DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES After teachers have exhausted all other appropriate preventive and corrective measures, referral of a student to the administration is used as a last resort. Once a student reaches the administrator's office, the seriousness of the case will speak for itself. The case will be dealt with as rapidly, firmly, and as fairly as possible. In most instances, parents will be contacted.

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When a student is suspended, the parents are required to contact the administrator as soon as possible in order to establish an appointment for a conference. After the student and his/her parents have had a conference with the administrator, the pupil may be readmitted to school. It is understood that during an out-of-school suspension, the student may not attend classes, participate in school activities, or visit the school grounds.

ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT ONE DIGITAL INITIATIVE:

Anderson School District One views the use of the iPad as central to the delivery of its

educational program and expects that all students will use these devices as an essential part

of their learning experiences. It is the policy of ASD1 to maintain an environment that

promotes ethical and responsible conduct in all electronic resource activities. With this

privilege and extraordinary opportunity to explore technological devices come responsibilities

for the parent and for the student.

When signing the Student/Parent Responsible Use Agreement, you are acknowledging that

you understand and accept the information in this document.

The following behaviors will be treated as corresponding "traditional" behaviors and

appropriate consequences will be assessed by the building administrators.

TECH-RELATED BEHAVIOR EQUIVALENT “TRADITIONAL”

BEHAVIORS

Email, instant-messaging, Internet

surfing, games, or any other off-task

behavior

Classroom Disruption

Removing Case/Damaging of

Defacing Device

Defacing School Property

Cutting/Pasting without citing

sources

Plagiarism

Cyber-bullying Bullying/Harassment

Use of profanity or inappropriate

language

Inappropriate Language

Accessing pornographic material or

inappropriate files

Bringing pornographic/inappropriate

material to school

Accessing files potentially dangerous

to network

Vandalism/Technology Policy Violation

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Using electronic account authorized

for another person without

permission

Breaking into another student’s locker

The following behaviors could result in the possible loss of device or loss of access to

district network.

TECHNOLOGY VIOLATIONS (cont'd)

Examples of potential behaviors unique to digital environment without "traditional"

behavior equivalent

Chronic, tech-related behavior violations (see above)

Making use of electronic resources in a manner that serves to disrupt use of network by

others

Unauthorized downloading or installing software

Attempts to defeat or bypass the district's Internet filter

Modification to district browser settings or any other techniques, designed to avoid

being blocked from inappropriate content or to conceal Internet activity

OFF LIMIT AREAS: A Hall, B Hall, 200 Building, 300 Building, and 400 Building halls will be off-limits until the

7:50 bell. Students must have a note from a teacher to enter these areas before the 7:50

bell. The parts of the building for use during lunch periods are the cafeteria, commons, and

front walk of the building. Freshman students will use the cafeteria and Atrium during

lunch.

During lunch, girls may use the restrooms across from the main office (A Hall) and boys may

use the upper end of B Hall. Atrium restrooms will be used by freshmen students.

All parking lots are off-limits during the entire school day unless a permit is provided by one

of the administrators. Students should not gather in the parking lots when exiting the buses

in the mornings. They should enter the school through the doors at the end of the 300 hall.

The gym and all locker rooms are off limits during the day except to those assigned to a class

in those areas this includes all lunch periods and after school unless permission has been

given by a teacher or coach.

The area behind the NJROTC classrooms and ISS room are off limits during the day except to

those assigned to a class in those areas.

Students should not be wandering the hallways before or after school. Please refer to

the Drop Off and Pick Up section for more information.

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Gang-Related Activity: Gang-related activity of any kind is strictly prohibited. This is to include hand gestures, hand signs, clothing, language, drawings, and any other action deemed to be affiliated with a gang. Students participating in this type of activity will receive In-School Suspension or Out of School Suspension based on the severity of the situation. Disciplinary action will be determined by administration. School Safety: In order to maintain a safe school atmosphere, Wren High School will utilize many techniques. The cooperation of every student and faculty member is essential to the safety of the school. Please report any unsafe or potentially unsafe situation immediately to administration and/or the School Resource Officer. A reward will be offered to any student who provides information to the administration and/or Resource Officer that leads to the arrest of persons who are involved in illegal or dangerous activities on campus. Threats: Threats made against the school or school group(s), either implied or specific, in person or through electronic or other forms of communication, that have the effect or potential effect to disrupt the orderly operation of the school will be considered a Level 2 offense. Punishment: Up to and including recommendation for expulsion Bullying/Harassment/Intimidation: By action of Anderson School District One Board of Trustees, bullying by students, staff, and/or third parties that interfere with or disrupt a student’s ability to learn and/or the safe and orderly environment whether in a classroom, on school premises, on a school bus or other school-related vehicle, at an official school bus stop, at a school-sponsored activity or event whether or not it is held on school premises, or at another school program or function where the school is responsible for the student. For purposes of this policy (JICFAA), bullying or cyber bullying is defined as a gesture, electronic communication, or a written, verbal, physical or sexual act reasonably perceived to have the effect of the following: Harming a student physically or emotionally or damaging a student’s property, or placing

a student in a reasonable fear of personal harm or property damage; insulting or

demeaning a student or group of students causing substantial disruption in, or substantial

interference with, the orderly operation of the school; or posing a threat or interfering

with or disrupting the work and discipline of the school through the inappropriate use of

the Internet or web-based resources and/or social networking via the Internet,

telephones, or personal data assistants. Posting remarks on social media that result in a

disturbance to the school is subject to disciplinary action.

Any student who feels he/she has been subjected to bullying, cyber bullying, harassment, and/or intimidation is encouraged to report it to a school employee. Complaints will be investigated promptly, thoroughly, and confidentially. Retaliation or reprisal in any form against a student or employee who has filed a complaint or report of harassment, intimidation, or bullying is prohibited. Sexual Harassment: By action of Anderson School District One Board of Trustees, sexual harassment by students or employees toward other students or other employees is prohibited. All persons must avoid any action or conduct which could be viewed as sexual

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harassment. Sexual harassment may result in ISS or OSS. Any student who feels he or she has been subjected to sexual harassment may file a complaint with the principal, guidance counselor, or associate superintendent for administration at the district office. Policies BGAA & JC (A) Electronic Devices: Wren High School is in full support of the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning. Per Board Policy, students are allowed to bring electronic devices to school, but they must be turned off (not just silenced) during school hours, 8:00-3:10 pm. Teachers, however, may give students permission to use electronic devices during class time for instructional purposes. This rule applies to cell phones and iPods. Students will be directed by individual teachers based on classroom rules. Students are allowed to use iPads before school, throughout the school day, and after school. iPad use may be revoke based on students’ failure to abide by rules and/or follow the directions of school personnel. Students should follow the guidelines of the classroom rules as set forth by the classroom teacher. Students are allowed to wear earbuds; headphones (i.e. Beats) are not allowed. Consequences for failure to follow the above rules include loss of privileges, confiscation of the device, call home to parent, and/or disciplinary referral.

Use of Social Media: In Grutzmacher v. Howard County, 851 F.3d 332 (4th Cir. 2017) the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals addressed the use of social media noting in a footnote as follows: We observe that the act of “liking” a Facebook post makes the post attributable to the “liker,” even if he or she did not author the original post. See Bland v. Roberts, 730 F.3d 368, 386 (4th Cir. 2013), as amended (Sept. 23, 2013) (“[C]licking on the ‘like’ button literally causes to be published the statement that the User ‘likes’ something, which is itself a substantive statement. . . .That a user may use a single mouse click to produce that message . . . instead of typing the same message with several individual key strokes is of no constitutional significance.”). Accordingly, for ease of reference, we refer to Plaintiff’s various Facebook posts, comment replies, and “likes,” collectively, as Plaintiff’s “Facebook activity” or “speech.” Cell Phone/Paging Device Policy: CELL PHONE/IPAD USE Cell phones are to remain off and put away. In addition, iPads will be used for instructional use only. There may be times when an iPad is not appropriate in the instructional plans. In that case, iPads should be put away if a teacher directs students to do so. Board Policy JICJ: Cellular phone and paging device ownership by adolescents has proliferated over the past years. These devices are used for various reasons, including emergency use and parental communication. To reflect the societal trend and changing state law, the district will allow the possession of paging devices, including cellular telephones, by students only under the following circumstances.

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For purposes of this policy, paging devices are defined as any telecommunications device (including cellular telephones, pagers, etc.) that emits an audible signal, vibrates, displays a message or otherwise summons or delivers a communication to the possessor.

Operating (i.e. turned “on”) cell phones or paging devices are not allowed and cannot be used or visible during the regular academic day (from 8:00 a.m. to schools assigned dismissal time). Students are to store paging devices out of sight, in pockets, backpacks, lockers, cars, etc.

Operating (i.e. turned “on”) cell phones or paging devices are not allowed en route to and from school on school buses. Students are to store cell phones or paging devices, out of sight, in pockets, bags, backpacks, etc., while on school buses.

Operating (i.e. turned “on”) cell phones or paging devices are allowed during the school day with permission and under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher for educational purposes. Operating (i.e. turned “on”) cell phones or paging devices are allowed in school buildings after the regular school day has ended.

These devices will never be on, used or visible in any area where students or staff have an expectation of privacy including, but not limited to, health rooms, restrooms, locker rooms, dressing rooms, school offices or in any other areas of any school where use is not expressly authorized.

These devices will not be used to access, view, download, upload, share, transmit or receive any obscene, threatening, harassing or other inappropriate material via the internet, electronic mail, text or instant messages or other forms of electronic communication. Students are prohibited from using these devices for any activity prohibited by the district’s code of conduct; to circumvent district network security and internet blocks or filters; to access or view internet sites that are otherwise blocked from student access at school; or for any unauthorized access to or inappropriate use of the district’s computer network. The district will monitor student access to the district network and any online activities conducted on its property.

The school principal reserves the right to further limit and/or confiscate these devices if the use of these devices is causing a disruption to the school. The district will make an exception to these rules when the student needs the paging device at school for a legitimate, documented medical reason. However, before a student may have a paging device at school, the principal must have written, approved evidence on file of the student’s medical need for the device. The principal of each school will decide what constitutes a legitimate medical reason consistent with any guidelines established by the board and/or by the state department of education. A student who is 18 years old and wishes to participate as a member of a volunteer firefighting organization or emergency service organization may be authorized to carry a paging device with special permission from the school principal. If permission is granted for this purpose, the student must file with the principal a letter of special request from the volunteer organization of which he/she is a member and special arrangements must be made

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with the principal to ensure that his/her release from school when called for an emergency will not disrupt classes or conflict with the school’s policies for student release from school. A person who finds a student in violation of this policy must report the student to the school principal. Upon notification the principal or his/her designee will follow these procedures.

● First offense - Student warning; parent conference with administrator; device returned at conference.

● Second offense - One day of in-school suspension or assigned detentions; parent

conference with administrator; device returned at conference.

● Third offense - One day of out-of-school suspension; parent conference with administrator; device returned at conference; the student is prohibited from possessing or using any cell phone or paging device at school or on school district property for the remainder of the year.

● Fourth offense - Three days of out-of-school suspension and retention of the cell

phone or paging device until the end of the school year. Note: Although the district will take appropriate steps to safeguard all cellular telephones and paging devices that are confiscated, the district will not be responsible for lost, stolen or damaged devices.

Dress Code Policy

Dress Code: The administration reserves the right to make the final decision in regards to appropriate and inappropriate dress *To maintain a safe, secure, and learning environment, students are expected to present themselves in a way that is in compliance with the school dress code. *Students are prohibited from wearing clothing or any other items that are obscene, vulgar, profane, disruptive in nature, interfere with the school environment, and/or pose a safety risk.

1. Shorts and skirts may be worn, but the length of the shorts/skirts must touch the

knee and be worn at the waist. Shorts and skirts should not be tightly fitted and must

be worn where no skin or undergarment is exposed at the midriff, waist, or hips. If a

skirt has a slit, the slit may not be above the knee. Leggings/Jeggins/Tights/any form

fitting pants may be worn only under an outer garment (skirt, dress, or shorts); the

leggings must be Opaque, and the outer garment must at least be able to reach

mid-thigh.

2. Tank tops, net shirts, crop tops, muscle shirts and cut-off shorts are not to be

worn. The midriff, waist area, and/or cleavage should not be exposed. The sleeves

of all shirts should be at least three fingers wide.

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3. Pajama tops and/or bottoms may only be worn on designated school-wide Pajama

Days. The pajama bottoms must meet the knee if they are shorts and must be worn

where no skin or undergarment is exposed at the midriff, waist, or hips.

4. Hats may be worn in the building. However, teachers have the discretion to require

students to remove hats during class. Failure to comply with teacher directives will

result in disciplinary action.

5. Sunglasses, and/or bandanas should not be worn in the building. Items are subject

to be confiscated for failure to comply with the school policy.

6. Shoes must be worn at all times. 7. Class shirts or any clothing designed to represent Wren High School or a class at

Wren High School must be approved by the administration before it is sold or

worn on school grounds.

8. Jewelry that could be used as a weapon are not allowed. Examples include

studded bracelets, studded belts, handcuffs, chains (including chains on

wallets).

9. Special events (proms, dances, graduation, and awards programs) are considered

"dress up" events. Appropriate attire will be worn, or students will be denied

admission and/or participation.

10. Pants with holes above the knee are not permitted. All holes above the knee must

be patched with a sewn-in or ironed-on permanent patch.

11. Any attire, body piercings, hair styles, and /or makeup that creates safety issues or

causes an interference and/or disruption of the learning environment shall not be

worn at Wren High School.

12. BODY/TONGUE PIERCINGS, HAIR STYLES, AND/OR MAKE UP THAT CAUSE A

DISRUPTION OF THE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT ARE NOT PERMITTED.

13. No apparel representing drugs, tobacco, alcohol, sex, gangs, discrimination,

hatred and/or violence, in word or picture may be worn.

14. Clothing, articles or other items which display advertisements for, or messages or

pictures depicting or suggesting, alcohol, tobacco, drugs, weapons, or sex are

prohibited. This includes the bus and vehicles in the parking lot.

15. Clothing determined by the administration to be divisive or create disunity in the

student body may not be worn. Clothing, articles, or other items which display

symbols, messages, or statements which would distract others, interfere with the

instructional programs, or otherwise cause disruption, are prohibited, including

racially divisive symbols, messages, or statements, including the Confederate flag,

Malcolm X, etc. This includes the bus and vehicles in the parking lot.

The administration will make the final judgment on the appropriateness of a student’s clothing, appearance and/or display of symbols, messages or statements on school grounds and reserves the right to prohibit students from wearing any articles of clothing or other items or displaying any symbols, messages or statements which lead to or may foreseeably result in the disruption of or interference with the school environment.

DRESS CODE YEAR-LONG CONSEQUENCES:

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First offense: An attempt will be made to correct the dress code violation. If the violation cannot be corrected, the student will be sent to ISS; Late to class because of violation - unexcused tardy; missed class-unexcused absence. Second offense: Sent immediately to ISS for the remainder of the day followed by one day of ISS. Parents must come in for a conference with the administration. Additional offenses: Determined by administration.

Use of Drug Dogs in School: By action of the Board of Trustees, a contract has been made for the purpose of locating illegal drugs on school property or on persons while on school property. Inspections will be random and could occur at any time. Offenders could be subject to suspension, expulsion, and/or criminal prosecution. This will include any amount of stems, pieces, seeds, etc. found on persons or in vehicles. Law enforcement officials may be contacted when appropriate. Wren High School will enforce all state and federal laws, regulations, and Anderson School District One’s board policy.

School Bus Conduct:

Students are subject to both the code of conduct under board policy JICDA/JICDA-R and the following bus discipline code: Riding a school bus is a privilege. The board expects students to conduct themselves on school buses in a manner consistent with the district's student code of conduct. All bus riders must cooperate fully with their bus drivers and conduct themselves properly at all times. Bus drivers have the responsibility for supervision of students on the bus. Bus drivers will report to school principals or their designees the name of any student whose conduct interferes with safe driving or who acts disruptively. The principal or his/her designee has the responsibility of investigating reported incidents of student misconduct on buses, and as authorized by state law and regulation and district policy, the responsibility of suspending or denying bus transportation to a student whose conduct is persistently or flagrantly detrimental to safety and/or order on buses.

Misconduct includes disorderly, disruptive and criminal conduct as set forth in administrative rule JICDS-R and the following behavior on a bus or at a bus stop:

● getting on or off the bus at an unauthorized stop without permission,

● eating and/or drinking on the bus,

● standing or sitting improperly while the bus is moving,

● violating any safety procedures as set forth by the bus driver,

● intentionally riding the wrong bus without permission from the principal,

● continually making loud noises, yelling, or doing anything that is distracting to the

driver,

● pushing, tripping, general horseplay,

● encouraging others to misbehave,

● defacing property (writing, marking on the bus)

● littering on bus

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● possessing and/or using any tobacco product(s) on the bus

● throwing objects out of the bus

● throwing objects on the bus

● refusing to sit in an assigned seat

● using profanity, abusive language and/or obscene gestures

● having hands, arms, heads, etc. out bus windows and/or doors

● using rude, discourteous behavior directed toward the driver or other

passengers

● disobeying the bus driver

● harassing, threatening, intimidating or physically abusing or hitting another

student

● fighting (*S.C. Safe School Act)

Repeated offenses will result in severe penalties, and serious misconduct may result in other disciplinary action without regard to the number of offenses, up to and including suspension or expulsion from school in accordance with board policy JICDA/JICDA-R. The following indicates the typical disciplinary action that will be taken with response to bus misconduct:

First Offense: A verbal warning to the student and contacting or sending a copy of the bus report to the student's parent advising of the misconduct. If the offense is of a serious enough nature, a one to three day suspension from riding the bus may be given.

Second Offense: Suspension from riding the bus for a period up to five days may be

given and a copy of the bus report sent home to parents.

Third Offense: Suspension from riding the bus for a period of 5-10 days may be given and a copy of the bus report will be sent home to parents. Parents may be required to come to the school for a conference with the principal or his/her designee prior to the student being allowed to resume riding the bus.

Fourth Offense: Student may be suspended from riding the bus for a period of up to 15

days to the remainder of the school year and a copy of the bus report will be sent home to parents.

When a student is suspended from riding a bus, he/she may not ride another bus during the suspension. If a student with a disability is suspended from riding the bus and this action results in suspension from school due to lack of transportation, the principal or his/her designee will take appropriate measures after consultation with the district's special education department.

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All rules and regulations of Wren High School will apply on the school bus and at the bus stop.

Board Policy JICDA⁄JICDA-R

South Carolina State Regulations for Buses: South Carolina has laws that govern where school bus stops may be made. A few of these are listed below:

● School bus stops must be made at safe points with at least 600 feet of clear

visibility in both directions of the stop.

● Students must live 1-1/2 miles or more from the school in which they attend in

order to be eligible for school bus transportation.

● Students must live ½ mile or more from the regular established route in order to be

eligible for school bus transportation.

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION MEMO DATED 8/27/2002:

Band instruments or other items carried on a school bus must be of such size that they can be transported in the student’s lap. This is necessary to insure that all items are kept under the control of the student at all times in case of an accident or an emergency.

THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC

SAFETY ADMINISTRATION, STANDARD 17, PUPIL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY, READS IN PART:

…Baggage and other items transported in the passenger compartment should be stored so that the aisles are kept clear and the doors and emergency exits of school vehicles remain unobstructed at all times.

No large science projects, boxes, live animals, etc. are allowed to be carried on the school bus. Parents must make other arrangements for these types of projects. This also includes unicycles. All carry-on items must be able to be held in the child’s lap. Remember, school buses can carry between 54 and 78 passengers. School buses are made for the safe transportation of students, and every effort must be taken to keep school buses the safest form of transportation on the road.

Public Display of Affection: Public display of affection is inappropriate and is prohibited. Students will receive a warning from the staff for the first offense and a referral to the office for any future offense(s).

Appropriate: Holding hands Inappropriate: Kissing, prolonged hugs, body-to-body contact, sitting on laps

CONSEQUENCES: 1st offense: Warning 2nd offense: Parent Contact

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3RD offense: I.S.S

In-School Suspension (I.S.S): The school administrator will assign students to In-School Suspension as indicated in the Discipline Code. The student may not attend regular classes but will be assigned to In-School Suspension for the entire time of the suspension. The In-School Suspension Program is offered as an alternative to suspension out of school. The building administrators will assign and determine the length of time to be spent in In-School Suspension. Students must obtain a parent's signature on their copy of the referral and return it to the In- School Suspension supervisor the first day of ISS. Students who are assigned to In-School Suspension are required to complete their regular classroom assignments. Proper behavior in the In-School Suspension room is expected of every student. Improper behavior results in immediate OSS. ISS time must be made up when the student is readmitted to school.

I.S.S RULES:

1. No gum, candy, or food is allowed. 2. Sunglasses, hats, or chains are not allowed in the ISS room. 3. Students should not get out of their seats without permission.

4. No talking, whispering, writing notes/letters, passing notes, etc. (This includes

drawing.)

5. Lunch will be served at 11:57. Every ISS student must eat from the “hot bar” or

bring his/her own lunch. No carbonated drinks are allowed.

6. All assignments must be completed before leaving ISS. Students must complete

an assignment from every teacher before leaving ISS.(Cont. on next page)

7. Excused absences must be made up on the first day of return.

8. Referral must be signed and returned to the ISS teacher the first day of ISS.

9. Students are not permitted behind a teacher’s desk for any reason.

10. ISS work or work tickets are not to be removed from the ISS room.

It is understood that the administration may alter the consequences for listed and non-

listed offenses based on the severity and circumstance of the incident.

Actions Leading to In-School Suspension:

ISS-In school suspension OSS-out of school suspension ROE-Repayment of expenses RE-Recommended for expulsion

Breach Of Conduct Consequences

First

Offense

Second

Offense

Addition

al

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Offenses

1.Classroom disruption or

improper conduct 2 3 5/OSS

2. Cutting Activity: Cutting

class, school; leaving class

or school/CTC without

permission; aiding another

student in cutting/ leaving

class or school; failure to

sign in or out; missing class

without permission by

school personnel

3 5 OSS

3.Derogatory/ inflammatory

language that is

racially/ethnically/

religiously motivated. This

includes postings on social

media that disrupts school.

3 days

ISS

(could

be OSS

based on

severity

and/or

referral

to law

enforce

ment)

ISS/OSS OSS/RE

5. Dishonesty with faculty,

staff, and/or administration 3 5 OSS

6. Distribution or sale of

material unauthorized by

principal

1 2 3

7. Dress Code violation 1 3 3/OSS

8. Driving to CTC without

CTC driver/rider permit 1 3 5

9. Excessive tardiness

1

(6th)

2/3/4/5

(7th-10th)

OSS

(11TH)

10. Exploding stink bombs

or other devices 5 OSS OSS

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11. Failure to dress out for

PE/ROTC after 3rd offense 1 2 3

12. Failure to give proper

identification when asked 3 5 OSS

13. Failure to report to

teacher after detention

assigned

1 2 3

14. Forgery 3 5 OSS

15. Forgery of excuses 5 OSS OSS

16. Gambling 2 3 5

17. Gang-related activity ISS/OSS ISS/OSS OSS/RE

Breach Of Conduct First

Offense

Second

Offens

e

Addition

al

Offenses

18. Illegally riding

authorized transport 3 5 OSS

19. Involved in or causing a

disturbance (including

outside the classroom-

before or after school or

during lunch/class change)

2 3 5

20. Littering (including the

cafeteria) 2 3 5

21. Minor vandalism

ISS/OSS/

ROE;

Restituti

on

ISS/OSS

/

ROE;

Restitu

tion

ISS/OSS/

ROE;

Restitutio

n

22. Misconduct at any

school function, or any

school-sponsored activities

3 5 OSS

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23. Parking in unauthorized

area or sitting in parked

vehicle

2 3 5

24. Possession or

distribution of obscene

literature, pictures, or

devices

3 OSS OSS/RE

25. Sexual Harassment

(minor) 3 5 OSS

26. Sleeping in class 2 3 5/OSS

27. Smoking or use of

smokeless tobacco;

possession of tobacco

paraphernalia (i.e. lighter, e-

cigarettes)

3 5

28. Theft of Property

(minor)

5;

Restituti

on

OSS;

Restitu

tion

OSS;

Restitutio

n

29. Threatening, bullying,

cyber-bullying, harassing, or

intimidating other students

by one or more students

3

(could

be OSS-

based on

severity)

5 OSS

30. Throwing objects or

food in the cafeteria ISS/OSS ISS/OSS OSS

31. Unauthorized area

(class change, during lunch,

before/after school)

2 3 5

32. Uncooperative with

administration 2 3 5

33. Unprepared/Failure to

participate (includes not

having class materials, for

example iPad)

1 3 5

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34. Use of obscene or

profane language or gesture

to another student

2 3 5/OSS

35. Verbal

altercation/confrontation 2 3 5

36. Violation of technology

policy (see Digital Initiative

Information on page 17 of

this handbook)

3/OSS 5/OSS OSS

Out-of-School Suspension (O.S.S.): Suspension from school for a specific number of days up to ten for any one offense means the student may not attend classes or any other school functions, ride a school bus, or enter school grounds except for a prearranged conference with a school administrator. When a student is suspended from a class or the school, immediate contact will be made with the parents if at all possible. The administrator shall notify, in writing, the parent or legal guardian giving the reason for such suspension and setting the time and place when the administrator shall be available for a conference with the parent or guardian. The conference shall be held within three school days of the date of suspension. For students who are suspended out of school, it is the responsibility of the student to obtain all work missed in class. It is suggested that classmates be contacted for assignments and work given in class. On return to school the student should immediately see his/her teachers to get missed assignments. Students may make up all major work including tests and major writing assignments. Students may not make up daily work such as quizzes or homework. Students will receive a grade of zero for these assignments.

Actions Leading to Out of School Suspensions (O.S.S)

ISS-In school suspension OSS-out of school suspension ROE-Repayment of expenses RE-Recommended for expulsion

Breach of Conduct Consequences

First

Offens

e

Second

Offens

e

Addition

al

Offenses

1. Body piercing at school 3 5 /RE RE

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2. Discharging fire

extinguisher, illegal 911 calls 5 RE

3. Fighting or physically

abusing a student on or off

school grounds if the conflict

started on school grounds

3/5 5/RE RE

4. Identity violation concerning

computers and Edgenuity

ISS/OS

S OSS OSS/RE

5. Insubordination or major

disrespect to a teacher or staff

member on or off school

grounds

3/5 5 10/RE

6. Physically abusing a

member of the school staff RE

7. Possession of, or

consumption of illegal drugs,

prescription medications,

over-the-counter medications,

drug paraphernalia, or

alcoholic beverages, under the

influence (use in the past 24

hours) (includes school

functions) and activities)

5 RE

8. Possessing or igniting

fireworks; starting fires on

school grounds or in school

buildings

5/RE RE

9. Possession of mind altering

drugs, including legal over-the-

counter incense, fertilizer,

potpourri, and/or spice (i.e.

Kush, K-2, Earthquake)

5 RE

10. Possession of a weapon on

school property or threatening

to use by showing an

instrument considered a

weapon (Possession is

interpreted to include any

RE

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weapon in a student's vehicle

while on school grounds.)

11. Selling, distribution of, or

possession with intent to

distribute illegal drugs,

prescription medications, or

alcoholic beverages

RE

12. Sexual Harassment (major) 3 5 RE

13. Setting off fire alarms,

sprinklers, or science lab

showers

RE/(RO

E)

14. Severe inappropriate

behavior of a sexual nature 5/RE RE

15. Severe inappropriate

behavior toward another

student

3 5 RE

16. Theft (major) or possession

of stolen property 5 RE

17. Threatening or intimidating

a teacher/staff member 5 /RE RE

18. Trespassing 3 5

19. Unauthorized presence on

school grounds during

suspension period

5/RE RE

20. Uncooperative with

administration (major) ex.

lying or withholding

information

3 5 RE

21. Use of obscene or profane

language, writing, or gesture

to a teacher on or off school

grounds

5/RE RE

22. Vandalism or destruction

of property involving school

3/5

(ROE) RE

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property, school personnel's

property, student’s property,

etc.

(ROE)

Tobacco Policy:

First Offense: The student will be placed in ISS for 3 days and warned at the time that subsequent offenses will result in In-School Suspension for five days. A parent must sign and return receipt of verification of the offense before student is allowed to return to regular class. Second Offense: Student will be placed in In-School Suspension for five days and warned at that time that subsequent offenses will result in out-of-school suspension for three days. Parents will also be informed in writing. A parent must sign and return receipt of verification of the offense before the student is allowed to return to regular classes. Third Offense: The student will receive three days of out-of-school suspension (OSS). Parents will be notified in writing and advised that the next offense will lead to an administrative hearing in which expulsion will be considered. Parents must also sign and return receipt of this notification. Fourth Offense: The student will be suspended from school until parents schedule the administrative hearing. This hearing will be scheduled within five school days. At this hearing, it will be determined if the student will be recommended for expulsion or if the student will be allowed to return to school under strict probation. Fifth Offense: Any student referred for the use of tobacco for the fifth offense will be expelled.

STUDENT INFORMATION

Public Announcements: Any announcement that needs to be made may be turned into the office by 8:00 a.m. of the day the announcement needs to be made. All announcements must be signed by a teacher and approved by a principal. General announcements will only be made at the times that are designated for announcements.

Acceptable Use of Computer: Computers are used at Wren High School to support learning and to enhance instruction. It is a general policy that all computers used at Wren High School be used in an ethical and legal manner. Failure to adhere to the guidelines for appropriate use of computers at Wren High School will result in the revocation of access privileges.

Access to the Internet will be available to students to extend research in their course studies. However, students who use the Internet must have parental permission and sign a statement agreeing to adhere to the rules provided by Anderson School District One.

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Computers are available in the computer labs, classrooms, and the media center for students with a valid ID and a signed Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) form on file with the school. Students are held to the conditions stated in the district’s AUP. In addition, the following will apply:

1. No food or drink is permitted in a computer work area.

2. Personal compact disks, floppy disks, flash drives, or other peripheral devices may

not be used in school computers without permission and without scanning for

viruses before use.

3. All computer and network files are subject to review by teachers and administrators.

4. Any student action or behavior that could result in damage to a computer, computer

peripherals, software, or network is strictly forbidden. This includes the writing

and/or installation of harmful software such as computer viruses, the changing of

any computer or network configurations or control panels, horseplay, or other

physical abuse of the system or network. 5. The use of personal e-mail is prohibited. 6. The use of chat rooms, games, instant messaging, and e-mail are prohibited

except for designated classroom activities under the supervision of certified

personnel.

7. Students may not attempt to access any Internet sites which contain profane or

obscene language, pictures, or gestures.

8. All passwords must be kept confidential and private. Each student is responsible for

all computer and network activity occurring while he/she is logged in.

9. Students will notify their teacher or other adult whenever they come across

information or messages that are dangerous, inappropriate, or make them

uncomfortable.

Lockers: Lockers are available for all students and may be acquired in the main office. All freshmen will be assigned a locker. If a student has trouble with his/her locker, it should be reported immediately to an administrator. Lockers are the property of the school. School authorities have the right to search any locker for the protection of the health and safety of the students in their care. Periodic locker checks will be conducted. Books left in lockers at the end of the year are returned to the book room and charged against (not credited to) the student. Lockers are cleaned out the last day of school.

Library Rules:

● Please visit the library with a pass from the classroom teacher if coming during instructional time.

● Follow all directions of the library staff. ● No eating or drinking in the library.

Guests on Campus: No one except current Wren High students and faculty members are permitted on school grounds without permission from the principal while classes are in

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session. Visitors must report directly to the main office to state their business. Students who are absent or suspended are not to be on school premises without permission from the principal. Trespassing charges will be brought against persons who purposely violate this regulation. Textbooks: Teachers will bring their entire class to the bookroom during the opening days of the term. Textbooks for that class will be scanned and assigned to each student. Students are responsible for the care of their textbooks. Students will be charged for misplaced or stolen textbooks. Withdrawal from school requires that students return textbooks to the guidance office and receive a special release from that office. All textbooks have unique barcodes, so the student who checks out the book maintains responsibility for its return.

TRANSFERRING OR WITHDRAWING FROM SCHOOL:

Begin the process with the Main Office to receive the proper form. Books and rentals should be returned to the Main Office. It is the responsibility of the

student to return all books and materials.

Leave the completed form in the Main Office.

Any student who withdraws during the school year is responsible for clearing all fees. No

records will be released until all fees are paid.

Student Parking: 9th graders are not allowed to park on campus. All students must display a valid 2017-2018 parking permit issued by Wren High School.

Parking Permits: A parking permit for the student's vehicle will require a non-refundable fee of $15.00. Permits will be sold until all available spaces have been assigned. When spaces are assigned, a waiting list will be available for students and any spaces that are vacated will be assigned based on the list. The method by which spaces are assigned is at the discretion of the school administration. Students who do not display a parking decal properly or do not park in their assigned area are subject to disciplinary action.

PARKING REGULATIONS AND CONSEQUENCES: Disciplinary action will be taken for smoking in vehicles, loitering in vehicles or parking lot, loud music, and violation of any other parking policies. Vehicles are to be locked and vacated immediately after parking. There will be no student parking on the driveways. Playing loud music, particularly during school hours, is prohibited. Disciplinary action includes ISS, OSS, and/or loss of parking privileges. Wren High School reserves the right to revoke or refuse parking privileges for safety reasons and/or for violations of the school discipline policy. Please remember the following guidelines for driving/parking on campus: 1. Once a vehicle enters the parking lot, it should not be moved or taken during the day

without permission. (Permission to leave the school or CTC permit.)

2. The parking lot speed limit is 10 MPH.

3. All Senior Career Center students will remain on campus until 11:45. The bus will

leave at 11:50 and those students who wish to drive will leave at 11:45.

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4. Students who drive a car to school do so with the realization that Wren High School

is not responsible for any items in the car that are stolen or damaged, or for the car being

damaged.

5. All students are encouraged to keep their doors locked during the school day.

Driving/Riding to the Career & Technology Center (CTC): All students driving to or riding to or

from the CTC should have a valid CTC permit. **Students driving to and from the CTC must follow

the approved route:

*Maps of the route are available in the main office.

Wren School Road to Highway 81

Highway 81 to Midway Road

Midway Road to Cherokee Road

Cherokee Road to Joe Black Road

Joe Black Road to Highway 20

*Failure to follow the above route or any driving violation to and from the CTC will result in the student having to ride the school bus to and from the CTC for one month (first offense) or the remainder of the year (second offense). Students riding with other students to/from the CTC must bring all offenses to the attention of the administration or risk losing privileges of riding with other students.

Safety: Reckless driving will not be tolerated. This includes speeding, spinning tires, and any other action deemed reckless. A two-week driving suspension will be issued on the first offense. Driving privileges will be revoked for a second offense.

Release of Student Information: The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act ("FERPA") authorizes Anderson County School District One to release "directory information" of students to individuals who request such data. Directory information includes a student’s name, address, telephone number, photographs (as related to school or district-sponsored events, activities, and special recognitions), date and place of birth, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weights and heights of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, most recent previous school attended, and other similar information.

Information about a student may be requested by the local media for appearance in newspaper activities, on television, in radio broadcasts, on displays, on the Internet, or may be used in District or school promotional pieces. Information about a student may also be requested by military recruiters.

If a parent does not object to the release of this information, he/she does NOT need to notify

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the school. If, however, a parent does not want his/her child’s directory information released, the parent must complete the Release of Directory Information form available at the child’s school or via the district website. Forms must be submitted within 15 days of attendance, or the school will be free to release or use information concerning the student as appropriate. You may change your mind and revoke this authorization at any time (except when action has already been taken) by filling out another form and returning it to your child’s principal. Anderson School District One Notification of Rights under FERPA: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. “Student records“ include any records maintained by the district that are directly related to the student.

FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he/she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond high school (eligible student). These rights are as follows:

The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the district receives a request for access: Parents or eligible students should write to the school principal. In that letter, they should identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The principal will make the arrangements for them to have access to those records. He/She will notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where they may inspect those records. Schools are not required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools may charge a fee for furnishing the copies.)

The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent or

eligible student believes is inaccurate or misleading: Parents or eligible students may ask

Anderson School District One to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading.

The parents or eligible students should write the school principal. In that letter, they should

clearly identify the part of the record they want changed and specify why it is inaccurate or

misleading. If the district decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or

eligible student, the district will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise

them of their right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. The district will provide

additional information regarding the hearing procedures when they notify the parent or

eligible student of the decision. After the hearing, if the district still decides not to amend the

record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement with the record

setting forth his/her view about the contested information.

The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the

student’s education rights, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without

consent: For instance, FERPA allows the district to disclose to school officials with legitimate

educational interest without consent. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if

the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional

responsibility. Upon request and without consent, the district discloses education records to

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officials of another school district in which a student seeks enrollment or intends to enroll,

state and local authorities, accrediting organizations, and to comply with a judicial order or

lawful subpoena.

The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged

failures by the district to comply with the requirements of FERPA; The name and address of

the office that administers FERPA are Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of

Education, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20202-4605.

Cafeteria: The cafeteria uses the Horizon System to manage each student’s account. Students

are issued a PIN number that they will use to access their account. Students should keep this

number confidential at all times. Students have the option of utilizing this system as a

“declining balance” account. Parents may send money to be deposited into the student’s

account on an as-needed basis. Cash or checks should be given to the cafeteria manager

when students arrive in the morning. As students purchase food products, their individual

account is debited. Students and parents may check their remaining balance in the account at

any time. Students also have the option of purchasing food on a cash basis as well.

Lunch Procedures:

● Lunches may be paid for at the end of the proper serving line. Students are to form

lines in the cafeteria as directed by those supervising the lunchroom. Free lunch

applications must be returned to the front office as quickly as possible.

● Line up quickly but do not cut in line.

● All lunches must be eaten in the cafeteria. No exceptions!

● After eating, clean the immediate area and dispose of all trash in the appropriate

containers. Leaving trash on a table after eating will result in disciplinary action.

● Breakfast is served from 7:25-7:50 A.M.

● Throwing food or objects will result in disciplinary action.

● Stealing food or other items from the cafeteria is unacceptable. Students who steal will repay the cafeteria for items stolen and will be dealt with according to the discipline code and law enforcement.

● Free lunch applications: All forms must be returned to the front office as quickly as possible.

Inclement Weather Procedures: During the winter months, we are occasionally faced with inclement weather. Anderson School District One officials will make the decision of school operation based on what is best for students. If the decision is to operate as usual, we will not contact the local radio and TV stations. If school is to be canceled or delayed, please listen to the following stations: TV Stations: WHNS - Channel 21, WLOS - Channel 13, WSPA - Channel 7, WYFF - Channel 4 Radio Stations: WANS 1280 AM, 107 FM WAIM 1230 AM WROQ 101 FM WLWZ 103.9 FM WESC 660 AM, 92.5 FM WFBC1330 AM, 94 FM WSSL 100.5 FM WHPB 1390 AM WRIX 103 FM WLFJ 89 FM

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An automated phone call will be made to all primary phone numbers for each student only if there is change to the normal schedule decision will be made no later than 7:00 A.M. and will be communicated to these stations as soon as possible. An automated message will play on the school phone until 7:00 A.M. with updated weather notifications. Late Arrival/Early Dismissal: Seniors and juniors who have study hall scheduled during first period in the morning may be eligible for late arrival. Students who have study hall scheduled during seventh/eighth periods in the afternoon may be eligible for early dismissal. To be eligible to arrive late or dismiss early, seniors or juniors will have to apply with the administration after school begins.

Permits are available in the front office. Only students who are approved are allowed to exercise this privilege. Once students are approved to arrive late, they should arrive no more than ten minutes prior to their second period. They should not be in the hallways until the bell rings. Once they are approved to dismiss early, they should leave the building immediately after their fifth/sixth period class. Students must have transportation to participate in late arrival or early dismissal. Any violation of the above policies will result in the student being returned to study hall for the remainder of the semester/year.

Fundraising: No class, club, or any other group may begin a campaign to raise money without

advance approval by the principal. Students will not be allowed to bring any outside fund-

raising items to sell at school.

Card Playing/Gambling: No card playing and/or gambling will be allowed at school.

Distribution of Literature: No pamphlets, posters, or literature of any kind may be distributed

on school grounds without prior approval of the administration.

Transcripts: Students will use their parchment account to order transcripts. School Insurance: It is urged that all students take the school accident insurance protection

plan offered at the beginning of the school year. Wren High School works with Bollinger

Insurance and forms are in the front office. Parents will complete all forms and payment

through Bollinger and not through the school.

Students participating in interscholastic athletics, industrial technology, chorus, band, and

physical education are required to purchase this insurance. Students whose parents have

necessary coverage and do not wish to carry this insurance must complete a parental

insurance waiver form.

School Fees: The collection of school fees is a necessary part of operating a high school.

School fees are used for a number of consumable items including paper, I.D. cards, postage

for report cards and newsletters, and other consumables that students would utilize in

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classes. All fees go directly back to the student in the form of educational services. Wren is

dedicated to keeping this fee as low as possible while maintaining our high academic

standards. Fees for the 2016-2017 school year are $35.00. To re-enroll, a student must pay

all fees owed from last year.

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Students and parents are encouraged to make a careful study of the total program of subjects

offered in grades 9-12 prior to the selection of subjects for respective grades. It is advisable

to decide on a program of studies at the beginning of the ninth grade and to continue in that

program throughout high school.

REGULATION TO SUPPORT WREN HIGH SCHOOL'S REMEDIATION PROGRAM: Students who fail to meet

standard on certain standardized tests administered in grades one through ten (10) may be

required to enroll in a remediation program. High school students who meet state guidelines

for remediation must reserve one period in their schedule for remediation. All freshmen will

develop a four year plan of study. Students and parents will be assisted by high school

administrators and counselors in developing this plan.

Requirements for a High School Diploma: In order to graduate, students must have 24 units. The units must be broken down into the following areas:

Subject Units Required *English 4 Math 4 Science 3 U.S. History 1 Government .5 Economics .5 Social Studies 1 **P.E. or ROTC 1 Computer Science 1 ***Foreign Language or Vocational course 1 Electives 7

*Not more than one course in English may be taken during the school year. This does not include elective courses such as speech, journalism, etc.

**Only two units of physical education may be applied to graduation requirements. A health unit must be taken.

***Students planning to attend a four year university should earn a minimum of two credits in the same foreign language.

A student may not apply for more than 8 units of credit during the regular school year

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and not more than 2 units of credit during summer school in any one year.

A maximum of six units of credit earned in summer school and/or through correspondence may be counted in the credits required for a diploma.

Dual-Credit Program: Students may earn Carnegie units for college course work if the course is not offered at the high school. The courses must be applicable to baccalaureate degrees. A three (3) semester hour college course will transfer 1 Carnegie Unit when the institution is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Only juniors and seniors with permission from the principal may participate in the Dual Credit Program.

It should be kept in mind that a high school diploma does not guarantee admission to college. It becomes a basis for admission only when college entrance requirements have been met by the student. Required Number of Courses: Each student is required to register for English, math, science, and social studies each year that he or she is in high school. Placement will be based on teacher and counselor recommendations. Exemptions to school recommendations for placement may be granted with a signed parent/student waiver and permission from the principal.

Mandatory Course Requirements: The following mandatory course requirements for course

registration are in effect:

● 9th graders must select a minimum of seven courses per semester:

○ English 1, Academic Enhancement, Computer Tech I, math, science, Global Studies

I, physical education and/or NJROTC, and 1 elective course. Remedial/resource

courses may also be required.

● 10th graders must select a minimum of seven courses per semester:

○ English, math, science, social studies, and 2-4 elective courses. Remedial/resource


● 11th graders must select a minimum of six courses per semester:

○ English, math, science, U.S. History, and 2-3 elective courses. Remedial/resource


● 12th graders must select a minimum of six courses per semester:

○ English, math, science, government/ economics, and 2-3 elective courses. Certain

courses at the Career and Technology Center may be substituted for math or

science requirements. Remedial/resource courses may also be required.

Career Clusters: All students should choose a Career Cluster to plan their course selection.

The initial choice of a career cluster does not restrict course selection, nor does it limit a

student's ability to vary a career choice later.

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Course Changes: Teachers are employed and schedules are made based on students’ course

selections; therefore, it is extremely difficult to change a course once it is chosen. Changes

will only be made for the following reasons:

to meet requirements for graduation

in case of a school-based error in scheduling (determined by guidance or principal)

NO OTHER REASONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Homeroom Grade Placement: The number of units earned determines a student’s homeroom. *

Grade 9 Successful completion of 8th grade English and math

Grade 10 Six units earned (must include one unit of English and one unit of math)

Grade 11 Twelve units earned (must include two units of English and two units of math)

Grade 12 Eighteen units earned (must include three units of English and three units of math

Junior-Senior Prom: Students must be classified at the beginning of the school year as a

Junior or Senior.

Graduation: Students who have earned units within one required course for graduation may participate in graduation ceremonies. Board Policy IKF-R

Wren High School seniors who have successfully completed 23 units at the end of their senior

year may participate in graduation ceremonies. They will obtain their high school diploma

when they have completed the 24 required units.

Grade Point Average (GPA) Guidelines: All courses attempted by a student will be included in the GPA. Any course taken the second time will be considered in the GPA.

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GPA determination will be based upon numerical values received in classes as outlined by the

uniform grading scale policy adopted by the State Board of Education in January 2007.

Students enrolled in honors, advanced placement, and dual credit courses will receive

appropriate weighting.

Students may retake the same course at the same difficulty level under the following

conditions:

Only courses in which a grade of a D or F was earned may be retaken;

The course in which a D or F was earned may be retaken during the current

academic year or no later than the next academic school year;

The student’s record will reflect all courses taken and the grade earned, with the

following exception:

Students taking courses for a Carnegie unit prior to their ninth-grade year may retake

any such course during their ninth-grade year.

In this case, only the ninth-grade retake grade will be used in figuring the student’s

GPA, and only the ninth-grade attempt will show on the transcript.

This rule will apply whether the grade earned is higher or lower than the pre-ninth

grade attempt.

Please make note of the following important information in regards to grades and academic

honors:

Credit Recovery:

In order for a student to recover a class, the failing grade must be between a 50-59. Recovery

grade for failing assignments and/or a course is a 60.

Dual Credit:

Conversion for Dual Credit classes: A-95; B-85; C-75; D-65 and F-51.

Honor Society GPA requirements: A student’s GPA is cumulative from the beginning of his/her high school coursework

2017-2018 Beta Club Induction: 3.5

2017-2018 National Honor Society Induction: 4.3

Honor Graduates: 4.3 (The GPA requirements for Honor Graduates will increase to 4.4 for 2018-2019 school year and 4.5 for the 2019-2020 school year)

Junior Marshals: Students will be selected from among the top-ranking juniors.

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Academic Honors: Members of the graduating class who completed at least 24 units of

college preparatory work, had no grade lower than a “B” and had SAT scores of at least 710

on verbal, 690 on math, or a combined score of 1400; OR had no grade lower than an “B” with

an ACT composite score of 31; or 30 on English or 33 on math. All academic honors status

bestowed on graduates will be determined by cumulative GPA’s at the end of the 3rd 9-weeks

grading period.

Valedictorian and Salutatorian: A student must be enrolled at Wren High School for four consecutive semesters to qualify. Perfect attendance: Any student who has perfect attendance for the entire year will receive

a certificate of recognition. In order to receive perfect attendance, a student may not miss

any period of any school day.

WHS Honor Roll: Any student who has a GPA of 4.0 or above for a nine week period will be

identified as being on the WHS Honor Roll. In addition to having their names posted at the

school, their names will be published in several local newspapers and announced during

Awards Day.

Principal's List: Any student who has a GPA of 4.5 or above for a nine week period will be

identified as being on the Principal's List. In addition to having their names posted at the

school, their name will be published in several local newspapers and announced during

Awards Day.

Hurricane Scholar: Any student who maintains a GPA of 4.5 or better for each of the 1st three

9 weeks grading periods, will be identified as a Hurricane Scholar. In addition to recognition

by local publications and during Awards Day, they will receive a Scholar pin and academic

letter or bar.

Academic Letters: Any student who is on the WHS Honor Roll, Principal's list, or a member of

the Blue or Gold Card Club two nine week grading periods is eligible to receive an academic

letter (or bar). Letters will be given during Awards Day.

Student of the Month: Each faculty member will choose one student each month to be

recognized as Student of the Month in the local news. Criteria for nomination and selection

are based upon: 1) regular attendance, 2) completion of assigned homework, 3) a positive

attitude towards self and others, 4) participation in school activities, and 5) characteristics of

courtesy and dependability.

Blue and Gold Clubs: Any student who meets the requirements below may gain entry to the

Gold or Blue Club. Both clubs are designed to reward students for high achievement in the

following areas: academics, attendance, and behavior.

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Gold Club Requirements:

● All 4.5 GPA ● One or fewer unlawful absences (per course, per 9

weeks)

● No disciplinary referrals to the office

GOLD CLUB BENEFITS: ● Publication of name in local newspapers; ● An academic letter (or bar) if earned for at least two quarters;

● Free admission to the annual Homecoming Football Game, ANY sport’s designated

Senior Night game, and any Tuesday night athletic event.

BLUE CLUB REQUIREMENTS:

● 4.0 GPA, or an increase of 1.0 GPA over the previous nine-weeks (i.e.

comparing first nine-weeks grades to second nine weeks grades)

● One or fewer unlawful absences (per course, per 9 weeks) No disciplinary referrals to the

office

BLUE CLUB BENEFITS: ● Free admission to ANY sport’s designated Senior Night game

Publication of the student’s name in local newspapers;

● An academic letter (or bar) if earned for least two quarters.

Uniform Grading Scale:

Numerical breaks for letter grades and weighting for specified courses are shown below:

Numerical Average

Letter Grade College Prep Weighting

Honors Weighting

AP/IB/Dual Credit Weighting

100 A 5.000 5.500 6.000

99 A 4.900 5.400 5.900

98 A 4.800 5.300 5.800

97 A 4.700 5.200 5.700

96 A 4.600 5.100 5.600

95 A 4.500 5.000 5.500

94 A 4.400 4.900 5.400

93 A 4.300 4.800 5.300

92 A 4.200 4.700 5.200

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91 A 4.100 4.600 5.100

90 A 4.000 4.500 5.000

89 B 3.900 4.400 4.900

88 B 3.800 4.300 4.800

87 B 3.700 4.200 4.700

86 B 3.600 4.100 4.600

85 B 3.500 4.000 4.500

84 B 3.400 3.900 4.400

83 B 3.300 3.800 4.300

82 B 3.200 3.700 4.200

81 B 3.100 3.600 4.100

80 B 3.000 3.500 4.000

79 C 2.900 3.400 3.900

78 C 2.800 3.300 3.800

77 C 2.700 3.200 3.700

76 C 2.600 3.100 3.600

75 C 2.500 3.000 3.500

74 C 2.400 2.900 3.400

73 C 2.300 2.800 3.300

72 C 2.200 2.700 3.200

71 C 2.100 2.600 3.100

70 C 2.000 2.500 3.000

69 D 1.900 2.400 2.900

68 D 1.800 2.300 2.800

67 D 1.700 2.200 2.700

66 D 1.600 2.100 2.600

65 D 1.500 2.000 2.500

64 D 1.400 1.900 2.400

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63 D 1.300 1.800 2.300

62 D 1.200 1.700 2.200

61 D 1.100 1.600 2.100

60 D 1.000 1.500 2.000

59 F 0.900 1.400 1.900

58 F 0.800 1.300 1.800

57 F 0.700 1.200 1.700

56 F 0.600 1.100 1.600

55 F 0.500 1.000 1.500

54 F 0.400 0.900 1.400

53 F 0.300 0.800 1.300

52 F 0.200 0.700 1.200

51 F 0.100 0.600 1.100

Guidance Services: The counselors at Wren High School are dedicated to encouraging

students in their emotional, educational, and vocational development. They assist parents

and students in matters concerning classroom placement, grade reports, and transcripts, as

well as work assignments when a student is ill. The counselors are also available to help

students with personal problems and college/ career decisions.

Problems or concerns about schedules and academics should be directed to the assigned

counselor. To arrange a conference, parents may call 850-5909 and request a scheduled

conference time.

Students may come by the Main Office before school or during lunch to arrange a conference with

any of the counselors. This procedure should be followed except in emergency situations.

Students should not report to the guidance office between classes unless prior arrangements have

been made with teachers. A permit will be issued by the guidance office to cover the scheduled

time that a student is to report.

National Honor’s Society (NHS) and National Beta Club: Selection for membership in the Wren

Chapter of the National Honor’s Society or Beta Club of Secondary Schools is based on

outstanding scholarship, character, leadership, and service.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR NATIONAL BETA CLUB:

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● 9th graders: Any 9th grader that earns a 3.5 or above after the first nine weeks of their

freshman year, will be invited by letter to join the Beta club.

● 10th graders, 11th graders, and 12th graders: Maintain a cumulative grade point ratio of

3.5; be a member of the sophomore, junior, or senior class; has attended Wren High

School for at least one semester.

● All members must follow the disciplinary code of conduct and standards for membership.

Failure to do so will result in a review by the faculty council and possible membership

termination.

** Any changes to the Life and Hope Scholarships will change according to the state guidelines.

(TBA)

EVALUATION AND DISMISSAL:

The faculty council shall then evaluate candidates on the basis of service, leadership, and

character. Members who do not maintain a cumulative grade of 4.3 (NHS) or 3.5 (Beta) or who fall

below the standards which were the basis for their selection will be given written notification and

sufficient time to correct these deficiencies. If the deficiencies are not corrected, the student will

be dismissed from the organization. In the case of flagrant violation of civic laws or school rules

that result in out-of- school suspension or in-school suspension, the student may be dismissed. A

member does not have to be warned prior to immediate dismissal.

HOMEWORK POLICY:

Student achievement improves when homework is assigned regularly and when students

conscientiously complete it. Assignments, which are well-designed and related directly to class

work, are an extension of students learning beyond the classroom. Homework gives students

experience in following directions, making judgments, and maintaining self-discipline and

responsibility.

HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS:

Homework will be closely monitored and will be graded. Reasonable amounts of homework will

be given on a regular basis.

The student will be responsible for make-up work. Completion grades may be given for the

homework assignment. *Freshman Academy students will receive lunch detention for failure to

complete homework assignments. Excessive lunch detention and/or failure to serve lunch

detention will result in after school detention and/or ISS. Please contact Freshman Academy for

the complete lunch detention consequences.

SUGGESTIONS FOR PARENTS:

1. Help your child value homework.

2. Show him/her how it relates to everyday life.

3. Set up a well-stocked, comfortable place for your child to work.

4. Establish a specified time to do homework daily.

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5. Reinforce the idea that homework is the student's responsibility but that you're

always there to help.

6. Monitor your child's progress; be consistent in your involvement of the

homework process.

Cheating Policy: Students are expected to use honesty and integrity when completing

assignments. Any form of cheating/plagiarism is prohibited. Behavior that is unacceptable

includes, but is not limited to:

● Copying another student’s homework;

● Working with others on projects that are meant to be done individually;

● Looking at or copying another student’s test or quiz answers;

● Allowing another student to look at or copy answers from your test or quiz;

● Using any other method to get/give test or quiz answers;

● Taking a test or quiz in part or in whole to use or to give others;

● Copying information from a source without proper citations;

● Taking papers from other students, publications, or the Internet.

Violators of this policy will be disciplined on a case-by-case basis depending on the seriousness of

the violation, prior violations, and other factors. Wren High School will use the following policy in

dealing with any incident of cheating on tests, projects, written assignments, or any other

assignment in which the teacher directs students to work alone:

1ST OFFENSE CONSEQUENCES:

1. The student will be given a zero on the test or assignment.

2. The student's parents will be notified.

3. If identity violations/cheating involve Nova Net or other computer testing, there

will be further consequences.

2ND OFFENSE CONSEQUENCES:

1. The student will be given a zero on the test or assignment.

2. The student will be removed from any school elective office.

4. The student will be placed in In-School Suspension. (3 days)

5. The student's parents will be notified.

Additional Consequences: Consequences will be determined by administration.

EXAM INFORMATION AND EXEMPTION POLICY: *revised 2011

It is a Senior privilege to exempt exams. This applies to second semester only. Seniors may only

exempt based on the following qualifications:

● Final yearly average of an A (90) or above in a course;

● No behavioral referrals that result in O.S.S.;

● No behavioral referrals that result in a second offense ISS.

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(If a Senior receives a referral resulting in a second offense ISS or any OSS, he/she must take all

exams regardless of grades.)

All underclassmen (grades 9-11) will take comprehensive exams in every class at the end of the

first and second semesters.

Students taking an End-of-Course (EOC) examination will be required to take an end-of-year

assessment (to be determined by the teacher) for that course during the exam period.

Students taking Advanced Placement exams are not required to take a regular second semester

exam.

Athletic Handbook: Wren High School administrators and coaches will follow all guidelines as

stated in the Anderson School District One Athletic Handbook. Students and parents will receive a

copy of the handbook prior to the beginning of the sport’s season and should be aware of the

expectations of all student athletes.

Students with Special Health Care Needs: Many health care services can be provided for

students to keep them at school where they can learn and participate with other students. Our

goal is to provide information to parents and legal guardians about some of the services and

programs available for addressing the health care needs of students during the school day to help

students succeed in school. It is important that the necessary health care information is shared

with the appropriate people, such as teachers on duty during lunch, bus drivers, and cafeteria

employees to make sure that the students' needs are met throughout the school day.

Individual Health Care Plans or Individual Health Plans (IHPs): Individual health care plans are

also called individual health plans or IHPs. School nurses who are registered nurses write IHPs to

guide how a student's health care needs will be met while at school. The nurse works with the

student, the student's parents or legal guardians, the student's health care provider, and other

school staff to write the plan. IHPs are written for students who have special health care needs

that must be met by school staff during the school day. IHPs are also written for students who

have been approved by the school district to self-medicate or self-monitor. To learn more about

IHPs, please contact the school nurse.

SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973 (SECTION 504): Section 504 is a federal law

that requires public schools to make adjustments so that students with certain disabilities can

learn and participate in settings like other students who do not have disabilities. To be eligible for

services under Section 504, a student must have a condition that substantially limits one or more

major life activities. A team decides if a student is eligible. The team should include the student's

parent or legal guardian, the student (if able), and others who know the student or know about

the student's disability, such as a teacher, a guidance counselor, a school nurse, and other school

staff. If the student is eligible, the team develops an individual accommodation plan. To learn

more about Section 504, contact your child's guidance counselor or Dr. Brian Keith, Director of

Special Services at 864-847-7344.

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): Students, ages 3 through 21 years, may receive

services under the IDEA if the student needs special education and related services to benefit

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from his or her educational program. A team decides if a student qualifies for services under the

IDEA. The team includes the student's parent or legal guardian, teachers, and other school staff.

The team develops an individualized education program (IEP) if the student meets federal and

state requirements. To learn more about IDEA, contact Dr. Brian Keith, Director of Special Services

at 864-847-7344.

Medical Homebound Instruction: Medical homebound instruction is a service that is available for

students who cannot attend school for a medical reason even with the aid of transportation. A

physician must certify that the student has such a medical condition but may benefit from

instruction, and must complete the medical homebound form that the school district provides.

The school district then decides whether to approve the student for medical homebound services.

To learn more about medical homebound services, contact your child's guidance counselor or Mr.

Robbie Binnicker, Associate Superintendent at 864- 847-7344.

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