STUDENT GUIDEBOOK 2019-20

FORT RILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL4022 First Division Rd.Fort Riley, KS 66442

Phone (785) 717-4500Fax (785) 717-4501

Shannon Molt, Building PrincipalTerry Heina, Assistant Principal Kathleen Brennan, Assistant

PrincipalBrad Bascue, Athletic Director

MISSION STATEMENTFRMS supports the USD #475 mission: Learning for all; Whatever it takes.

https://www.frms.usd475.org

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATIONGeary County USD #475 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its

programs and/or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.For questions or complaints based on race, color, national origin, sex or age, please contact: Director of Human

Resources. For questions or complaints based on disability, please contact: Director of Business Operations at 123 N. Eisenhower, Junction City, KS 66441.

Telephone: 785 717-40001

Welcome Troopers!

You are now taking one of the most important steps to your future. You are here to learn the personal, social, and academic skills needed for the rest of your life. We want you to leave our school ready to compete in a global society. It is our job to teach you the skills you will need. Together, with your effort and cooperation, we will help you become a thriving, mature, creative, and happy adult.

OUR BUSINESS IS YOUR EDUCATIONA simple question for you is, “What am I doing right now:

To be the best person I can be?” To help my classmates?” To prepare for a successful future?”

Please ask yourself the above as you choose your actions, what you wear, what you bring to school, and the level of effort you give to your studies. If you can always have a positive answer, you will find that your choices will become clearer, peer pressure will lessen, and your year will be a much happier one.

We will help students to accept responsibility for their behavior. It is our goal to make Fort Riley Middle School (FRMS) an exciting and safe learning environment. We are sure that, with your cooperation, we will reach this goal. After all, together we can do anything!

Sincerely,The Staff and Faculty of Fort Riley Middle School

GUIDELINES FOR SUCCESS

Fort Riley Middle School’s Guidelines for Success describe basic attitudes, traits, and behaviors that will help our students be successful in our school and throughout their lives. Our Guidelines for Success are Positivity, Responsibility, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence. We refer to these guidelines as PRIDE.

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SCHOOL DAY INFORMATIONSchool Day (school begins at 7:50 a.m. and ends at 2:50 p.m.)Students are not to be on campus before 7:05 a.m. or after 3:10 p.m. unless approved through the office. Students will be allowed to enter the building at 7:25 a.m. and are dismissed to classes at 7:40 a.m. All students not riding a bus are to enter and exit through the Main Entrance. Students riding the bus will enter and exit the building at the bus drop off site.

Morning Homework HelpStudents who come into the building and need to see a teacher/staff member prior to 7:40 a.m. will need a pass. Students without a pass will need to check in at the office to see if the teacher is available.

BreakfastStudents eating breakfast (7:25 a.m. to 7:40 a.m.) will eat in the Commons Area.

Address/Telephone/Email UpdatesIf you or your parent change your address, telephone number, or email during the year, please report the change to the office. This is very important because many communications are mailed home during the year and in the case of an emergency. Cell phone numbers in Skyward are used for building and district text messaging. Please notify the office (717-4500) if you have a new phone number or if either parent has a new work number.

COURSESCore SubjectsStudents will take a required year-long Math, Social Science, Science, and English Language Arts course in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade.

Elective SubjectsStudents will have two Elective classes each day. Courses may be 9-weeks only, a semester, or a year-long course. Talk to your counselor for more information about electives offered.

Trooper TimeStudents will begin each day with their homeroom teacher. During this time, students will learn about topics, such as, bully prevention and relationship building.

Academic Strategies/Student SuccessDuring 5th hour on Monday through Thursday, students will receive necessary interventions or extensions during Academic Strategies. During 5th hour on Friday,

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students will complete grade checks, email grade checks to parents, and receive support to be a successful student.

ATTENDANCE.

If you are absent, your parent is to call the office to report the absence by 10:00 a.m. (785-717-4500). If your parents are unable to phone the office, you must bring a note to the attendance secretary when you return explaining your absence.

Permission to Leave During the School DayFor the safety and welfare of students at Fort Riley Middle School, we have a closed campus. If you need to be excused from school during the day a parent/guardian or emergency contact will report to the main office to check you out. Staff will ask parent/guardian to show a photo ID. You will then be called to the office to leave. Upon returning to school, you will report to the office to check in.

Extended AbsencesIf you will be absent for 3 or more consecutive days, have your parent or guardian contact the front office to complete an Extended Absence Plan.

Transfers and WithdrawalsIf you are planning to withdraw or transfer from our school, please notify the school as soon as possible with at least one week in advance of the date you will be leaving Fort Riley Middle School. A note or phone call from your parent/guardian should be given to the office. It should state the reason for withdrawing, date of withdrawal, and your destination.

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GRADINGGrading PoliciesGrades in Skyward will be updated each week by 11:00 on Fridays. On all graded assignments, the lowest grade value a student can earn is a 50%. When no assignment has been turned in by the student or completed by the student, parent/guardian contact will be made by staff through Skyward, email, phone call, etc. All assignments are due by the last day of each grading period unless a student was absent during the last week of each grading period.

Weighting of GradesTests/Quizzes/Projects are 80% of student’s overall grade (min. of 7 per grading period). Daily Practice In/Out of Class will be 20% of student’s overall grade (min. of 4 per grading period). Performance Based Classes (Physical Education, Band, Vocal Music, Orchestra) will be weighed differently based upon student performance in class.

Late WorkStudents can complete and turn in late work up until the end of the unit.

Checking GradesParents/Guardians may view student progress through Skyward access. If a student is missing an assignment and parents/guardians have any questions, please contact the teacher, counselor, administrator, or office staff for assistance.

Make Up WorkAn absence (including activities) does not excuse a student from the responsibility of completing assignments. The student and teacher will work together to determine make-up assignments and due dates of the assignments. Reference the team weekly newsletter to help start communication about make-up work. If you are absent 3 consecutive days, make-up work will be handled on an individual basis by completing an Extended Absence Plan.

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100 A+

93.5

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89.5

A-

87.5

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83.5

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79.5

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77.5

C+

73.5

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69.5

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RECOGNITION

Caught Ya Being Good CardsThroughout the day, staff members may give a student a card if he or she demonstrates one of our Guidelines of Success. Students will enter the card on our BINGO board in the office.

Pride AwardsEach week, every teacher will recognize a student for our designated Guideline of Success by presenting him or her with a PRIDE certificate.

Honor RollThe Honor Roll is designed to give recognition to those students who have achieved excellence through outstanding academic achievement. Students who meet or exceed the minimum requirements each grading period will participate in an Honor Roll celebration. Students will receive a certificate and seal the first time they make the Honor Roll and a seal each subsequent grading term they qualify.

FRMS recognizes three levels of scholastic excellence as follows: All A Honor Roll Grades of A only Principal Honor Roll Grades of A/B only Trooper Honor Roll Grades of A/B/C

Incentive CelebrationsThe Incentive Celebrations are designed to give recognition to those students who have maintained appropriate behavior at school. Students who meet or exceed the minimum requirements each grading period will participate in the Incentive Celebration:

No Level 2/3 behavior incident forms during the grading period No failing grade on the report card during the grading period

Students who join our school throughout the year will qualify for incentive and honor roll celebrations based on their performance while at FRMS.

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Awards Night Assembly: End of Year RecognitionHonor RollWhen a student has qualified for three grading periods on an Honor Roll in a given year (not including the last grading period) a letter will be sent to the parents/guardians inviting them to attend the end of year academic awards assembly. Students qualifying for the All A or Principal Honor Roll during the 1st Quarter, 2nd

Quarter, and 3rd Quarter in a given year will receive an academic letter, certificate, bumper sticker and ribbon at the annual Awards Night assembly. If, in any subsequent year after lettering, a student qualifies again he/she will receive an academic bar.

Students qualifying for the Trooper Honor Roll during the 1st Quarter, 2nd Quarter, and 3rd Quarter in a given year will receive a certificate, ribbon, and bumper sticker at the annual Awards Night assembly.

Trooper Citizenship AwardWhen a student has qualified for all Incentive Celebrations and maintained an Honor Roll qualification during the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Quarter, he or she will receive a Trooper Citizenship certificate at our annual Awards Night assembly. A letter will be sent to the parents/guardians inviting them to attend the end of year Academic Awards assembly. Students may not have any disciplinary or truancy incidents or referrals. A Level 2/3 incident report in the 4th grading period may disqualify the student from attending the Awards Night assembly.

Top Team Trooper Citizenship Award for 6 th and 7 th Graders Each 6th and 7th grade team will select a Top Team Trooper Citizenship recipient. That student must exemplify the highest standard of citizenship.

Herschel A. Olmstead Citizenship AwardThis award will be announced and presented at the Awards Night assembly. The student chosen for the Herschel A. Olmstead Award will exemplify the highest standards of citizenship from among the winners of the Eighth Grade Trooper Citizenship Award.

Wilber Morris Community Service AwardThis award will be announced and presented at the Awards Night assembly. Students will be recognized for service to their school and community. Students need to keep track of their community service hours and service hours must be signed by a supervisor and turned in to the front office by April 30, 2020.

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STUDENT SERVICES

Counseling CenterCounselors assist students in making personal and educational decisions. Decisions are not made for the student; rather he/she is aided in making decisions. Information about the student is confidential and is regarded in that manner. The counselors are also available for parent conferences, group discussions, enrolling students, and various other student related functions.

Media CenterThe media center is for the benefit of everyone. You are encouraged to use it for both recreational reading and school assignments. Important points are:

A student may have two library books and a magazine checked out at any one time.

Books may be returned any time prior to the date due. A book may be renewed once.

Any student having material out more than a month overdue will only be allowed to check out from the paperback section.

A student is responsible for all books he/she has checked out.

Lost and FoundStudents must assume sole responsibility for the loss or damage to any property belonging to them. Students may check the lost and found before and after school. The loss of property may be minimized by identification. When possible, mark items with the owner's name.

LockersEach student is assigned a locker that is NOT to be shared with anyone. Be sure to only use the locker you are assigned and never tell friends your combination. Classes like Art, P.E., etc., will have places to keep your materials. Reminder to P.E. students and athletes: Be sure to safely secure your belongings before going into the gym or outside. Any items placed on the outside of lockers needs to be approved by the administration.

AnnouncementsEach morning and afternoon, announcements are made over our intercom system. We announce activities, updates, students that need to stop by the office, etc. It is important that you pay attention to all announcements.

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EXTRACURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES

A variety of student clubs and organizations are available to students, we encourage students to participate.

Student CouncilThe Student Council is composed of representatives from the student body. The purpose is to promote the best interest of the school by giving the student body an opportunity to express its opinions and ideas. The organization serves to coordinate school activities and acts as the school's official student representative.

Kay ClubKansas Association of Youth (KAY CLUB) is for all FRMS boys and girls. A student may become a member by attending regular meetings, participating in community service projects, and being a helpful member in the community. The purpose of the KAY CLUB is to be of service to the school, community and world, as well as providing educational and recreational experiences for members. State membership fee is $2.00.

National Junior Honor Society – Trooper ChapterThe National Junior Honor Society is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NJHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1929.

S.A.D.D. The Students Against Destructive Decisions, (S.A.D.D.), organization is made up of students interested in helping teens make positive decisions in their lives. Members are required to sign the Contract for Life document, along with parent/guardian signature indicating their support. Members will learn to deal with real life issues in a way that benefits them now, as well as, in the future.

Additional Student Interest ClubsFRMS offers many other club options throughout the year. Listen to the daily announcements for additional club opportunities. If you have an idea for a club, get a club proposal form from the front office.

SportsFRMS offers Football, Volleyball, Cross Country, Wrestling, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Track, Bowling, Golf, and Tennis to 7th and 8th grade students. See the FRMS Athletic Handbook for details.

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COMMUNICATION

Fort Riley Middle School utilizes the following modes of communication: Weekly School Newsletter (emailed to parents/guardians) Weekly Team Newsletter (emailed to parents/guardians) Website: http://frms.usd475.org/ Skyward Gradebook System: https://erma.usd475.org/ Schoology Learning Management System: https://schoology.usd475.org/ Facebook Page: Fort Riley Middle School USD 475 Twitter Hashtag: #FRMSTroopers App – Geary County Schools USD 475 (download for Android or iOS) Text and Email Alerts

Meetings with TeachersEach team has a common planning period, which allows them to schedule time to visit with parents. Parents are encouraged to call our office if they want to set up a meeting with any teacher.

Student-Led ConferencesDuring October and March, FRMS will conduct Student-Led Conferences to update parents on their students’ progress. In preparation for the conferences, students are taught to be self-reflective, to set improvement goals, and to monitor their progress toward those goals. The Trooper Time Teacher acts as a facilitator who assists the student in preparing for the conference. Dates, times, and information for parents will be communicated through the weekly school newsletter and weekly team newsletter.

To see STATE REPORT CARD for USD 475 visit: (http://www.usd475.org or ask in the office for a copy.

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BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENTOverviewSafe and Civil Schools is an educational program that assists our staff in teaching students the benefits of a good education and how to achieve success through appropriate behavior. The Safe and Civil Schools program assists students and staff to work toward universal prevention and early-stage problem-solving. Approaches used are characterized as long-term strategies to reduce inappropriate behavior, teach more appropriate behavior, and provide contextual supports necessary for successful outcomes.Teaching and learning of the intended academic curriculum for all students is the highest priority, therefore, the misbehavior of one student: 1.) Will not be allowed to interfere with the learning opportunities of another student. 2.) Will not be allowed to interfere with teachers’ responsibility to teach all students. 3.) Will not interfere with maintaining a safe/orderly environment for all. 4.) Will not excuse the misbehaving student from successfully completing the learning objectives. Purpose and PhilosophyThe overall purpose is to assist students in displaying behaviors conducive to learning by empowering each student to demonstrate the self-discipline necessary to ensure an environment for learning that is safe and free of distractions. The focus will be on understanding the reasons for unacceptable behaviors, not just reactive to such behaviors. We will not focus on mistakes, but on helping students correct their unacceptable behavior, so that every student becomes a productive, happy, healthy, contributing member of Fort Riley Middle School. Staff and administrators will use their best judgment based on available data when dealing with individual student behaviors.

The goal of discipline is the changing of unacceptable behavior to acceptable behavior. The focus of discipline has been diverted from holding students accountable for their unacceptable behavior, to holding students accountable for the learning while dealing with the unacceptable behavior. After school functions are an extension of the school day. Students are expected to follow the same rules of conduct and dress as during the regular school day. This includes athletic events, music programs, dances, field trips, practices, etc.

Expectations During Safety DrillsStudents should remain at a volume of Level 0 (silent) during the drill and listen to instructions from adults.

Expectations at Other Schools and Field TripsIn cases where students engage in unacceptable behavior or violate school rules, and where such conduct occurs on school grounds other than those where the student is enrolled, the principal where the student is enrolled shall have the authority to review such conduct and take appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or expulsion.

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BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT (CONT)Hallway Expectations

Travel only on the right in hallways and walkways. Walk continuously from area to area between classes. Use conversational tone of voice (level 2) during passing periods. Use a voice level of 0 when traveling with your class (to lunch, the media center,

auditorium, during drills, etc.) Use a voice level of 0-1 when released early for athletics or activities. Follow directions given by an adult in the building. Carry all computers zipped up in a case at all times. Arrive to class on time (before your teacher closes the door). Arrive to class with all needed materials. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself. Travel no more than three students wide in hallways and walkways. Stand against the wall opposite your locker when waiting to access your locker. When accessing your locker, place your belongings directly in front of your

locker. Dispose of all trash in the proper containers. Have individual passes when in the hallways during class time. Sign the sign-out sheet when leaving and reentering class. Act respectfully and courteously to all staff members and other students at all

times. Passes may be issued at teacher discretion only after the first 10 minutes of class

have expired. (Only Exceptions: checking out a computer from the Media Center or an emergency).

Before School Commons Area Expectations Keep hands, feet, belongings and unkind words to yourself. Voice level of a 1 (whisper) or 2 (small group) at all times. Keep your area clean, notifying an adult if you need assistance (ex/ cleaning up a

liquid spill). Show Trooper PRIDE at all times. Table Area

o The four rows of tables closest to the cafeteria serving area are only for students eating breakfast.

o Anyone may sit at the remaining cafeteria tables closest to the open area – no more than 7 students seated at one table.

o If you choose to sit at a table, you must stay seated throughout morning commons time until dismissal.

Commons Areao If you choose to stand in the open area, you must stay in one location

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Tardy Expectations SWEEP If you are late to class, report to the hall monitor in the hallway your class is

located in so they can record your name and escort you to class. If a hall monitor is not in your hallway, report to the main office.

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BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT (CONT)Cafeteria ExpectationsBreakfast and lunch are served to students and teachers each day. The cafeteria is operated for the convenience of all students. The lunchroom management will appreciate your cooperation with:

Food is not to be taken from the lunchroom. Food is not to be shared with others in the lunchroom. Unwanted food

from school provided lunches can be placed in the share baskets. No outside vendor food deliveries. Parents may only bring in food for their student. No exceptions. Drinks-No sharing of open or non-open drinks with others, no energy

drinks or soda allowed in the cafeteria. Tables and the immediate floor area are to be left clean. Students are not to leave the lunchroom without permission from the

lunchroom supervisors. Students must have a pass from a teacher to visit a classroom during

lunch. Keep in line, no cutting, pushing, shoving, or loud talking. Stay seated

unless given permission to move (raise your hand and wait for supervisor).

Keep voices down at a Level 1 or Level 2. Throwing of food or other objects is not allowed. All students are to report to the lunchroom promptly whether they eat

or not. Violations of the cafeteria rules listed about may result in disciplinary

action.

Assembly ExpectationsThroughout the year, assembly programs will be offered. Students will attend these programs in the area assigned for their class. Students will practice good citizenship during these programs and show their appreciation in the proper manner. Students will leave their belongings in the classroom.

Electronic Device ExpectationsElectronic devices are permissible before/after school only (left in locker during the school day—unless directed by staff.) Headphones are allowed in one ear before 7:40 in the commons area. When students are released to classes at 7:40, headphones will be put away.

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BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT (CONT)Dress ExpectationsAcceptable attire, styles, and modes of appearance for Fort Riley Middle School students are those which are not detrimental to the learning environment in the school and the safety and general welfare of all students and faculty. Student dress and grooming will conform to responsible standards of neatness, cleanliness, modesty, and safety. All clothing shall be worn in the manner in which it was designed, for example, sagging is prohibited.

Articles of clothing that make reference to alcohol, drugs, illegal substances, vulgarity, or deemed inappropriate will not permitted. Articles of clothing and accessories associated with off-campus social groups, i.e. gangs, are considered to be a disturbance to our educational program and therefore, are not acceptable. Evidence of gang promotion exhibited through clothing, signing, and other behaviors are subject to suspension.

Coats/jackets are not to be worn in class or school during the day. Cardigan sweaters/vests, fleece pullovers/vests or sweatshirts are allowed. No headwear (hats, bandanas, ‘do rags, hoods, sweatbands, scarves, or sunglasses) will be worn in the building. Students are encouraged to dress according to the weather outside or weather conditions predicted for that day. Appropriate footwear with a rubber sole bottom must be worn at all times.

Apparel that is extremely short, excessively tight, sheer, low cut, or showing the midriff or off-shoulders may not be worn at school or after-school activities (See athletic handbook for dress code policies for sports and practices). Oversized clothing will not be allowed. Mesh clothing/spaghetti strap tops will be acceptable when worn over appropriate other clothing. Students may be asked to change clothes or make arrangements to secure appropriate dress for the day. If a student refuses to modify their attire parents will be contacted.

Administrators reserve the right to make decisions concerning appropriate dress. If students have questions about the dress code, they are encouraged to ask administration.

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BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT (CONT)Items Prohibited at SchoolThe school is not responsible for any lost, broken, or stolen items. Any materials or articles not directly related to classwork are not permitted at school. This includes but is not limited to: TOYS, CAMERAS, LIGHTERS, MATCHES, FIREWORKS, KNIVES, STUFFED ANIMALS, WRIST BANDS, ETC…

Gum: Not allowed unless with administration approval. Food and Candy: only allowed with teacher or administration approval.

It is not to leave the classroom where given. Laser Lights: Not allowed at school (parent pick-up if used)

Items Prohibited in Classrooms Purses: Keep in locker, needed supplies may be obtained by teacher

permission Book Bags: Not allowed in classrooms or lunchroom (any exception

would need administrative approval to carry) Sports Equipment: Students can take items needed for athletics to

their PE locker at 7:40. Cell Phones: Allowed before or after school in or outside the building

and at teacher discretion in classrooms. Students with a cell phone in the classroom will be asked to take it to their locker. The second time this occurs, the teacher will take the phone to the office for the student to pick up at the end of the day (Level 1 documented in Skyward). The third time this occurs, parents will be contacted by administration and a plan put into place.

Drinks: No sharing of open or non-open drinks with others, water is allowed in the classroom in a clear container. All other drinks are to be kept in your assigned locker.

Concerns of threats will be thoroughly evaluated with our Threat Screening Tool.

LEVEL 1 BEHAVIORS

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Corrected Immediately by an AdultIf Minimal and Corrected, No Level 1If, repeated and nearing a Level 2, Staff and Student complete a Level 1 Behavior Form, Staff Document in Skyward. Call or email home is required.

Out of seat: wandering room, standing up. Public Display of Affection: kissing, students sitting on one another’s lap,

lingering hugs, standing or leaning together against the wall/inappropriate hand placement.

Disrespect/Rudeness: arguing with staff, refusing a request, raised voice, rolling eyes, sarcastic remarks, negative tone, smacking lips, wanting to negotiate request.

Academic Misconduct 1: copying someone else’s homework or daily work, sharing answers on homework when not expressly allowed, intentionally allowing another student to duplicate work. Family contacted: Work redone.

Unauthorized use of technology: accessing websites software or resources not authorized by staff.

Inappropriate/Foul Language: not in anger, not directed, not appropriate to school setting, vulgar or slang, no victim or target, not intended to disrupt.

Improper Use of Equipment: using school equipment in an unauthorized manner.

Disruptive Behavior: blurting out of turn, shouting over and/or interrupting others.

Tapping, pestering, rudeness, noises, throwing things. Not bringing materials: lacking paper, pencil, class book, etc… (does not

escalate higher) Student passively refuses to comply (do not work/take notes): out of seat,

digging in binder/belongings, erasing, writing repeatedly (loss of participation points in performance-based classes, (does not escalate to other levels).

Off task: engaged in activity not class related (example-reading a book during instructions), head down (loss of participation points in performance-based classes, (does not escalate to other levels).

Electronic Devices: other than computer, not left in locker during the school day.

Wandering Halls: repeatedly seen in the halls during instruction time, repeatedly seen on wrong floor to use the restroom.

LEVEL 2 BEHAVIORS

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Corrected Immediately by an AdultStaff and Student Complete Level 2 Behavior Improvement Form.Call or email home is required

Repeated Level 1 Behavior in a classroom/location (unless otherwise specified): Ignoring a teacher request while continuing to display unwanted behavior(s).

Public Display of Affection: repeated Throws material at someone or across the room: thrown with the intent to

harm or in an aggressive manner to distract the class. Vandalism/Defacement of property. Noncompliance with a Substitute Teacher: To be written by the substitute. Academic Misconduct 2: cheating on daily work/homework (second

offense). Cheating on test or major assignment. (work redone) Unauthorized use of Technology: repeated Walks out of Classroom: student leaves academic area without

permission. Inappropriate/Foul Language/Gestures:

o Disrupts the learning processo Uses racial, stereotypical, or culturally insensitive words.o Talks about inappropriate things and/or makes sexual comments.

Failure to follow a reasonable request Horseplay: disruptive behavior that is considered playful by all

participants, not related to taunting or bullying. Physical Aggression: Behavior that can lead to physical harm of another,

physical, verbal, and/or emotional.

**See required conditions section on Corrective Response Menu

LEVEL 3 BEHAVIORS

Corrected Immediately by an Adult.Staff Completes Behavior Incident Report. Requires Administrative Action.

Theft: Stealing from another individual or entity. Gross Behavior: Extortion, gambling, exploding of fireworks, causing a

false fire alarm, false reporting, shooting projectiles at others, tobacco possession, verbal attacks/gestures toward staff/others, possession of knife/blades, intimidation/threats.

Gang Related/Symbolism Harassment: (Hate Related/Sexual). Unwanted and unwelcome behavior.

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Behaviors that are related to illegal activity: Alcohol possession, drug possession/influence, weapon-gun/explosive/arson, tobacco use, inappropriate use of technology-sexting.

Inappropriate/Foul Language: directed at another student, spoken in anger or derogatory tone, causes a disruption, cursing at a staff member.

Acting to Incite/Verbal Escalation to Fight: any language whose intent is to instigate a conflict with an individual or group. Can also be participating in a group whose purpose is to instigate or continue a conflict.

Fighting: victim/suspect(s), student-to-student physical contact made, injury occurs.

Physical Assault: touching or striking of another person against his/her will or intentionally causing bodily harm to an individual (battery).

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