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STUDENT / PARENT HANDBOOK

A Tradition of Excellence

2015-2016

BTMHS 2015/16

BREWBAKER TECHNOLOGY MAGNET HIGH SCHOOL4405 Brewbaker Drive

Montgomery, Alabama 36116http://brewbaker.al.mpt.schoolinsites.com

Main Office ………. (334) 284-7100

Guidance Fax ………. (334) 284-7262

FAX ………. (334) 284-7110

MPS Board of Education ………. (334) 223-6700

MPS Transportation ………. (334) 284-2085

www.transportationinfo@mps.k12.al.u

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Administrator’s Authority ........................... 3

Administration, Faculty, & Staff Members ........................... 4-5

Acknowledgement of Receipt Form ........................... 28

Academics ........................... 7-8

Athletics / Sports .......................... 13

Attendance - Absences / Check-outs /Make-Up Work / Tardies ........................... 15-16

Communications - E-Mails / Parent Conferences / Questions ........................... 13-14

Criteria for Remaining in Magnet Program ........................... 11-12

Home Portal Information ………………... 11

Emergency / Health & Safety ........................... 25-26

General Classroom Rules ........................... 24

Guidance Program ........................... 14

Inspection of School Property ........................... 19

Library / Media Center ........................... 14

Mission / Vision Statements ........................... 3

Montgomery Public Schools Calendar / Testing / Assessment Schedule ........................... 9-10

Parent/Teacher / Student Association (PTSA) ........................... 26

Possession of Cell Phones/Telecommunication Devices .......................... 19

Progress Reports / Report Cards .......................... 8-9

Special Education ........................... 25

Standardized Testing / Assessment Schedule ……………… 10

Student Arrival and Departure / Bell Schedule ........................... 6

Student Dress Code ........................... 20-23

Student Parking ........................... 15

Telephone and Fax Numbers ------------------- 1

Transportation / Buses / Student Parking ……………… 15

Visitors ………………. 17-18

Plagiarism ……………….. 27

Make-Up Work Procedures ………………… 17

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ADMINISTRATOR'S AUTHORITY

The school principal has, at any time, the authority to change, modify, or amend any rule or procedure contained in this handbook when it is in the best interest of the student and or faculty, or in accomplishing the mission of Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School (Brew Tech).

Montgomery County Public Schools’ MISSION / VISION STATEMENTS

Our Mission: We will engage, educate and inspire our students to succeed in college, career and beyond!

Our Vision: MPS is a place where every student develops a love of learning, cultivates intellectual curiosity and dreams of a future full of amazing possibilities.

The mission of Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School is: Provide a daily learning atmosphere where teachers engage, educate, and inspire students to succeed in college, career, and beyond.

The vision of Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School is: Brew Tech is a school where teachers teach and students learn at higher levels. There is a daily emphasis on classroom discoveries, innovations, collaborations, and excellence in all things.

BELIEFS OF BREW TECH:

All students will learn, be encouraged, and challenged to reach their fullest potential.

Education is a continuing and life-long experience.

Students must be self-directed learners.

Programs should enable students to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to be productive members of society.

Career guidance is essential for all students.

Building character is an integral part of the education process.

Education is a partnership among students, teachers, parents, and the community

ADMINISTRATION

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April Lee Principal

Jason Norred Assistant Principal

Gina Hall Guidance Counselor

Christie Atkinson Guidance Counselor

Patty McWhorter Activities Director

SUPPORT STAFF Kay Toole Secretary

Cynthia Thompson Secretary

Auburn Brown Secretary

Sheri Dykes Bookkeeper

Cassandra Reese Nurse

Officer Stopp Security Guard

Derrick Evans Building SupervisorCharlie Mae Hudson Building SupervisorKim Washington Building Supervisor

Michelle Neal Building Supervisor

MEDIA CENTER Carol Walters Media Specialist

TEACHERSACADEMIESRoom # Steve Ballard - Engineering 318Michael Baugh - E-Commerce TBAJanice Jackson - E-Commerce 122Wayne Walters - Building Sciences 305John Cannady - Information Technology 206Lin Hodnett – Advertising Design 207Vera Unzhakova – Architecture/Mechanical Design 214 Dawneese Bowen (R.N.) - Medical   218

Special Education Facilitator Room #

Kayla Crenshaw 138

ELECTIVES Room #

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Tara Jarrett - Visual Arts 317Lori Kerr – Spanish* 404Randy Mularz - Drivers Education 314Chauncey Shines - Physical Education and Athletic Director GymEdward Dykes – Health 301

ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS Room #

TBA 102 Kim Horn* 401 Kyla Ward 124 Shannon Luster 135Lauren Rogers 136

MATHEMATICS Room #

Steve Diermeyer* 412Jocelyn Esguerra 413Kathryn Ramey 415Eric Hoehn 410Roberta Ludwigsen 419

SCIENCE Room #

Aviance Turnbull 125Mary O’Connor 228 Darby Clark 144Scott Lawrence * 146 Patricia McWhorter 222 Scott Greene 227

SOCIAL STUDIES

Mary Beth Clayton 123Kelly Elliott 411Sonya Keeton 107Kacey Vardaman* 420Colt Sinclair 402Teresa Baxley 152

STUDENT ARRIVAL and DEPARTURE / BELL SCHEDULE

Upon arrival to school, students are expected to remain on campus until the end of the school day unless authorized by a school administrator to leave early. Students arriving to school prior to 8:00 a.m. should report to the courtyard area or the front porch. There is no adult supervision prior to 7:45 a.m. In cases of inclement weather, students are to report to the lunchroom or their homerooms.

In the interest of safety, we ask that students be picked up from school by 3:45 P.M. Failure to comply with school procedure could result in administrators contacting the Montgomery Police Department. There will be no supervision of students, at the school after 3:45 p.m.

Breakfast will be available from 7:45 A.M. to 8:15 A.M. – Breakfast should be consumed in the cafeteria.

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Breakfast Faculty - $1.75; Adult Visitor- $2.50; Student - $0.00Lunch Faculty - $2.75; Adult Visitor- $3.75; Student – $0.00 First Bell: 8:00 a.m. Warning Bell: 8:25a.m. Tardy Bell: 8:30a.m.

BELL / LUNCH SCHEDULEMonday Seven – Period Day

Homeroom 8:30a.m. - 8:40a.m. 10 minutes1st Period 8:40a.m. - 9:30a.m. 50 minutes2nd Period 9:34a.m. - 10:24a.m. 50 minutes3rd Period 10:28a.m. - 11:18a.m. 50 minutes4th Period 11:22a.m. - 12:12a.m. 50 minutes

5thPeriod (Lunch) 12:16p.m.

- 1:42p.m. 86 minutes

6th Period 1:46p.m. - 2:36p.m. 50 minutes7th Period 2:40p.m. - 3:30p.m. 50 minutes

Lunch Schedule*Wave A: 12:16p.m

.- 12:46p.m. 30 minutes * See Below

Wave B: 12:39p.m.

- 1:04p.m. 25 minutes

Wave C: 12:57p.m.

- 1:22p.m. 25 minutes

Wave D: 1:15p.m. - 1:40p.m. 25 minutes

Block Bell ScheduleTuesday & Thursday Wednesday & Friday

Homeroom 8:30a.m. - 8:40a.m. 10 minutes Homeroom1st Period 8:43a.m. - 10:26a.m. 103 minutes 2nd Period3rd Period 10:30a.m. - 12:13a.m. 103 minutes 4th Period

5th Period (Lunch) 12:16p.m.

- 1:42p.m. 86 minutes 5th Period & Lunch

7th Period 1:46p.m. - 3:30p.m. 104 minutes 6th Period

* Wave A – Students are to report to 5th period BEFORE going to lunch in order for attendance to be taken.

ACADEMICS

It is our desire that all Brew Tech students maintain required standards to remain in the magnet program, and we will do our best to keep you abreast of your academic standing. Parents must come to the front office, with photo identification, to receive user names and passwords for INOW. We encourage parents to use INOW Home Portal daily to access the student’s grades and progress. If you have any questions or concerns about grades, please call or e-mail school personnel.

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Advance Placement (AP)Students who enroll in AP classes at Brew Tech must take the AP exam for each class they are enrolled. The cost of the exam is approximately $90.00 per test, and the students must incur the cost. Students who have taken the Advanced Placement national exams and have five (5) or fewer combined excused or unexcused absences, check-ins, tardies, and/or check-outs may be exempt from the final course exams when the student’s average is at least a 75(C) when the third and fourth quarter grades are averaged.

There will be NO exemptions for freshmen and sophomores, unless they meet the criteria listed below in subsection (IV) Advanced Placement in the MPS GPR.

o (iv) Page 30, MPS GPR- Students who have taken Advanced Placement national exams and have five (5) or fewer combined excused or unexcused absences, check-ins, tardies, and/or check-outs may be exempt from final course equivalent exams when the student’s average is at least 75 (C) when the two quarter grades are averaged.

AcademiesBrew Tech offers seven academies, which include the following: Building Sciences, E-Commerce, Engineering, Architecture, Graphic Design, Information Technology, and Medical. Students may not be placed in their first choice but every effort will be made to do so. Once students are placed in an academy, no changes will be made.

Core SubjectsA wide range of core subjects, which develop essential knowledge and skills, is available to all students. These include honors courses, Advanced/Pre-AP courses, and advance placement (AP) courses. Students may receive college credit for passing AP classes and national exams. AP classes are available in all four-core subject areas to include: English / language arts, mathematics, sciences, and social studies.

ElectivesStudents may choose from several elective courses. Electives are chosen as they relate to our academies.

Math Requirement: Each student is required to take a grade appropriate math class each year to remain at Brew Tech. National studies show that students who do not take a math class their senior year in high school will likely struggle their first year of college.

CheatingAt Brew Tech, we expect all students to meet the academic requirements based on their own individual merit. Students suspected of cheating in any form will be dealt with accordingly. Consequences for

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cheating and plagiarism may include some or all of the following: zero on assignment, suspension from school, and ineligible to return to Brew Tech Magnet High School the next school year.

GRADING AND REPORTING SCHOLASTIC PROGRESS

Report Cards will be given to students by their homeroom teacher at the end of each 9-week grading period. Progress reports will be given to all students at the mid-point of each grading period. Progress reports must be signed by both the student and the parent/guardian and returned to the teacher within three days of distribution. The teacher will keep these reports on file until the end of the year.

The Report Schedules may be changed as necessary, but the tentative schedule is as follows:

Progress Report Dates

Tuesday/Wednesday, September 8/9, 2015Thursday/Friday, November 12/13, 2015

Tuesday/Wednesday, February 9/10, 2016Tuesday/Wednesday, April 12/13, 2016

Report Card Dates

Thursday, October 15, 2015Thursday, January 7, 2016Thursday, March 31, 2016Thursday, May 26, 2016

Final report cards will be mailed. Check for accuracy, i.e., student name, number, gender, grades for each subject area, etc.

Students will sign that they have received their progress reports and report cards. It is the responsibility of the student to share their progress report and report card with their parent/guardian. Progress report and report card grades may also be accessed by using the INOW Home Portal. Report cards and progress reports are to be signed by the parent/guardian and returned to the homeroom teacher/classroom teachers within 3 school days.

GRADING SCALE 1. Numerical Basis for Grades:

a. The scale for determining the quarter grade, semester grade, and the yearly grade for a subject is stated below:

GRADING SCALEA = 90 - 100

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B = 80 - 89C = 70 - 79D = 60 - 69F = 0 - 59

MPS School CalendarImportant Dates 2015-2016 School Year

Event DateFirst Day for Students Thursday, August 13, 2015

Grading Period Ending Dates October 18, 2015December 18, 2015

March 4, 2016Last Day for Students Thursday, May 26, 2016

Testing Dates

Assessment Window Grade Assessment

8/20 – 9/18 Reading 9th & 10th / Algebra 1 Global Scholar1/4 – 2/22 Reading 9th & 10th / Algebra 1 Global Scholar

2/1-15 LEP Population 9th- 10th (online) ACCESS 2.02/9 12th Act WorkKeys

4/4-8 10th Reading, Math, Science, English, Writing ACT Aspire4/27-29 10th Eligible Students in Alg. 1 & English Act Quality Core

4/19 11th ACT Plus Writing5/2-13 Reading 9th & 10th / Algebra 1 Global Scholar

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Attendance

First Semester August 13 - December 18 82 DaysSecond Semester January 6 - May 28 95 Days

Total 177 Days

Staff Development - (Students Will Not Attend These Dates)

DateAugust 10 - 12, 2015Monday, September 8, 2015Monday, October 12, 2015 - Columbus Day Monday, January 4, 2016Monday, February 15, 2016 - President's DayMonday, March 28, 2016Monday, April 25, 2016Friday, May 27, 2016

School Holidays

Event DateLabor Day Monday, September 7, 2015Veterans Tuesday, November 11, 2015Thanksgiving Monday, November 23, 2015 - Friday, November 27, 2015Winter Holidays Monday, December 21, 2015 - Friday, January 4, 2016Birthdays of King/Lee Monday, January 18, 2016Spring Holidays Monday, March 21, 2016 - Friday, March 28, 2016Last Day for Students Thursday, May 26, 2016

INOW HOME PORTAL

Home Portal for INOW is a program that allows parents to access a student’s school records via the Internet using the home computer. Parents may view grades, attendance, discipline records, and other important information for the current school year. Parents must physically come to the school to obtain a password in order to use this service and must present a photo ID when you sign up. Please always keep your original log in and password.

NOTE: Parents, we will make every effort to keep you informed of your child’s academic performance, but sometimes our best efforts fail. PLEASE DON’T ASSUME that your child is performing satisfactorily if you don’t

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hear from the school. Take the time to visit, phone, or e-mail the school to ensure your child is meeting the required academic standards to remain at Brew Tech.

CRITERIA FOR REMAINING IN THE MAGNET PROGRAM

To remain eligible for Brew Tech Magnet High School, students must meet the following criteria by the end of each school year:

I. Achieve a minimum 2.5 grade point average (GPA) in core classes. Failure in a core class will result in removal from Brew Tech.

II. Achieve an overall “75” average in their Academy class.

III. Class C offenses will result in removal from Brew Tech. 3 Class B offenses will result in removal from Brew Tech.

IV. Good attendance record. More than FIVE unexcused absences, unexcused tardies and/or checkouts in a semester could result in removal from Brew Tech.

Any absence not falling into the categories listed below or otherwise excused by the superintendent, the superintendent’s designee, or principal will be unexcused.

a. Personal Illness b. Serious Illness in the family verified by an Attendance or District Resource Officer c. Death in the immediate family (not to exceed one week) d. Absence for the observance of recognized holidays of the child’s own faith e. Inclement weather which makes it dangerous to attend school f. Court-required appearances g. Emergency conditions as determined by the superintendent or principal h. Absences approved by the principal

Grade point averages (GPA) are computed at the end of the school year, and students are NOT removed from the magnet program during the school year if their GPA drops below the 2.5.

The classes used to compute the GPA are: Math, Science, Social Studies, and English.

The GPAs are computed by assigning each letter grade received a numerical value (A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1, and F-0), summing them and dividing by the total number of core classes. Advance Placement (AP) classes are weighted and will receive an additional point value. Pre – AP classes are weighted and will receive an additional .5 point value. Here are two examples:

EXAMPLE A EXAMPLE BAdvanced Geometry

C (2.5) Math B (3)

Science B (3) Science D (1)Social Studies C (2) AP History A (5) 11

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English B (3) English A (4)

TOTAL 10.5/ 4 = 2.6 GPA TOTAL 13 / 4 = 3.2 GPA

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ATHLETICS

Brew Tech is a member of the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) and offers a wide range of athletic teams. Any student enrolled in Brew Tech may try-out for any team and participate as long as he/she meets the eligibility requirements of the Alabama High School Athletic Association and makes the final cut. The head coach for each team will make the final selection of players during tryouts.

We applaud the efforts of Brew Tech students participating in extra-curricular activities such as athletics. However, please remember you are a student first, then athletes second. Brew Tech student-athletes must continue to maintain an overall 2.5 GPA in core subjects and a 75 average in their academy throughout the school year. Grades are checked prior to a season, at progress report and report card times. Student-athletes falling below their overall 2.5 GPA of core courses and a 75 in the academy class will be given team practice suspensions until grades improve and are provided to the coach. It is the student’s responsibility to show proof to the coach of acceptable grades.

All athletic programs are open to all students regardless of sex, in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972.

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR: Chauncey Shines

Baseball: Glen Pruitt Boys Soccer: TBABasketball (Boys): Chauncey Shines Softball: Eddie DykesBasketball (Girls): Cynthia Thompson Tennis: TBABasketball (JV Girls): Cynthia Thompson Track: Derrick Evans/Nicole Dallaway Cheerleading: Tiffany McCrary Volleyball: Megan HoehnGolf: Colt Sinclair Girls Soccer: TBA

CLUBS

Students participating in club activities outside of school must maintain an overall Magnet 2.5 GPA in their core classes and at least a 75 in their academy class. This includes, but is not limited, to TSA, Robotics, DECA, FBLA, etc.

COMMUNICATIONS

Questions and Concerns

The Brewbaker Technology Magnet School faculty and staff try very hard to communicate with parents on a regular basis to avoid problems. Sometimes questions or problems do occur. We encourage you to call or talk to the teacher, principal, or the appropriate designee if questions, concerns, or problems arise.

E-mail is the preferred method of contacting teachers and staff members. You may send e-mail through the school’s website www.brewtech.mps-al.org or you may use for example: first.last name@mps.k12.al.us

Please provide the front office with any changes with your email, phone numbers, and addresses.

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Communications delivered to students will be of an emergency nature ONLY. Homework and transportation issues should be handled prior to student’s arrival, this does not constitute an emergency.

Parent Conferences:Conferences will be scheduled through the main office and are to be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Teacher conferences are scheduled before or after school. There will be no conferences held during class time.

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER PROCEDURES

The library supports the curriculum of Brew Tech by providing access to current and appropriate resources for students and faculty use. The media center is also equipped with 15 state-of-the art computer workstations with Internet access.Loan Period : Books may be checked out for two-week periods and may be extended for an additional two weeks.Fines : Overdue book titles are $.10 per day. All fines and overdue items must be cleared before students are allowed to check out other books. Overdue equipment is $5.00 per day and suspension of equipment check-out privileges.Lost Book Replacement Fees: If a book or piece of equipment is lost or damaged, the borrower is charged the cost of replacement or repair. The minimum book replacement cost is $16.00 per book.

GUIDANCE PROGRAM The Guidance Counselor in our school is available to help students, parents, and teachers. The program consists of a variety of services and activities which include, but are not limited to: individual and group counseling, parent and teacher consultation, group guidance, referral assistance to other

programs, student scheduling, 504 coordination, and student testing.

The guidance program will address academics, college planning, social and emotional issues, and career planning. The guidance counselor and guidance aide can help with questions and schedule appointments. Other areas that are managed by the guidance office are:

Student Records Transcripts Course Selection Forms Withdrawal Forms

Guidance Fees: Current Students Transcripts+ Official = $5.00+ Unofficial = $2.00+ Scholarship = $0

War College Students Withdrawal Packet = $5.00

TRANSPORTATION

Bussed Students are expected to follow bus rules (See Code of Student Behavior).

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All students must ride their assigned bus only. Permission to ride on a different bus must be submitted in writing by the parent/guardian to the bus driver in advance. Transportation reserves the right to ban students from a bus that they are not zoned to ride.

Non-bussed StudentsStudent pick-up and drop-off areas are located in front of the school building at main entrance. Automobiles are prohibited in the bus drop-off and/or pick-up zone. Please note that there is NO adult supervision at the school after 3:45 p.m.

STUDENT PARKING

Students who drive must register their vehicle with Brew Tech and purchase a school parking decal. The cost for the decal is $15.00, and students must show drivers’ license and vehicle registration to purchase a decal. All student parking decals must be placed on the bottom left corner of the back window (on the driver’s side). If a student loses the decal, a new decal must be purchased. No discount will be given. Students will be assigned a numbered parking space when they purchase the decal, and the decal must be displayed on the vehicle at all times. If decal is not displayed, student will receive a $25.00 ticket. Vehicles not registered or not parked in authorized spaces will receive a $25.00 ticket, and/or the vehicle may be towed at owner’s expense. All reckless driving citations will result in a $25.00 ticket and/or loss of driving privileges on campus.

For student safety, the student parking lot must be cleared by 3:50 p.m. unless student is staying after school for tutoring or practice for a sport or club competition.

ATTENDANCE – STUDENT

Homeroom teachers will mark attendance in the INOW Classroom Module each morning. When a student returns to school after an absence, they will report to their homeroom with a note from the parent or guardian. The school secretary will code the absence in INOW. Teachers should check INOW for the coded absence and refer questions about the absence to the school secretary. Teachers are asked to encourage students to return notes of their absence(s) within 3 days of returning to school. Per MPS Policy, an accumulation of unexcused absences can cause a student to lose credit for a course regardless of the grade the student receives in the course. Students will be aware of and abide by the following guidelines concerning attendance:

1. Students should attend school each day.

2. Parents are required to send a note to homeroom teachers explaining all absences and tardies on the first day the student returns to school. A note signed by the parent does NOT excuse the absence. After 3 days, notes are not accepted and the absence will remain unexcused.

3. Out of town trips will be excused only in the case of an emergency or if it is for the purpose of education. The principal/assistant principal must approve absences of this nature before the trip is taken-the request form should be completed and turned in to the principal/assistant principal.

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4. Exceptions are made for a student to keep doctor/dental appointments. The appointments are not excused unless a doctor’s statement is provided to the homeroom teacher after the appointment.

5. All students must be signed out and signed in through the school office. Only the signatures of the parents or authorized guardian as indicated on the registration card will be accepted. Picture ID will be required.

6. A student who is absent, tardy, or checks out of school before the end of the school day does not have perfect attendance.

7. Students will NOT be allowed to check out with any person other than the parents or guardian or authorized persons listed on the registration. Picture ID will be required.

8. Checkout procedure: a.) If a student is to check out during the day, he/she is to bring a note signed by a parent. These notes are to be turned in to the homeroom teacher by 8:30 a.m. The office staff will verify the information. b.) No student is to leave school without signing out and being properly dismissed through the school office. Parents will be notified before a student is permitted to leave school. If a child is sick or has an emergency, administration will handle checkouts.

Tardy Students

Students must arrive in their homeroom no later than 8:30 a.m. Students arriving after 8:30 a.m. will be marked tardy. If a student arrives after 8:30 a.m., he/she must obtain a check-in pass through the front office. For all other classes, students are counted as tardy if they are not in their classroom by the tardy bell.

Consequences will consist of the following:

1st Offense: Teacher counsels and warns student.2nd Offense: Teacher counsels and warns student.3rd Offense: Teacher contacts parent by phone or e-mail.4th Offense: Student receives an office referral. (Class B Offense)

Make-up Work

The administration at Brew Tech will always work with parents and students to complete make-up work for excused absences. An absence for vacation is NOT an excused absence, and students will not be allowed to make up any schoolwork. Carefully review the MPS Grading and Promotion Handbook for more details pertaining to make-up work.

Student Withdrawal

Parents are asked to notify the school at least a day in advance of a student's withdrawal so that the parent may be aware of any damaged or lost books, materials, or any other outstanding debts. Upon completion

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of the withdrawal form, a transfer form will be issued. The student's records will be forwarded to the new school upon that school's request.

Visitors

Guidelines for School visitors is a Board Policy. Please refer to the Code of Student Behavior for 2015 / 2016. We welcome parents and encourage you to visit the school. All visitors entering the school building during school hours must first report to the office and receive a visitor’s pass. Parents should not attempt to visit a teacher in their classroom during the teacher’s classroom instructional or planning times. Students from other local secondary schools are not permitted on the school campus or in the building except to conduct official business. Permission will not be granted for students to invite friends to visit during the school day.

SCHOOL VISITORS (BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY)

Parents/guardians and community members are invited and encouraged to visit the school. To ensure the safety of students, staff and visitors, ALL PERSONS (PARENTS, COMMUNITY MEMBERS, VOLUNTEERS, BOARD EMPLOYEES, ETC.) VISITING THE SCHOOL ARE REQUIRED TO ENTER THROUGH THE DESIGNATED MAIN ENTRANCE TO SIGN IN AT THE SCHOOL OFFICE AND PRESENT PROPER IDENTIFICATION, INCLUDING AT LEAST ONE PHOTO ID. A visitor’s pass will then be issued by office personnel. All school visitors must comply at all times with Board of Education policies, administrative rules, and school regulations. Any person entering a Montgomery Public School building is subject to a routine hand-held search or walk through a metal detector. This is to include any school sponsored activity on or off school property, and non-school sponsored activities on school property.

1. Parents, /guardians are asked to plan any visit so that they arrive at the beginning of classes. The purpose of the visit is to observe. Therefore, parents/guardians should not interact with their child, other students, and/or attempt to have a conference with the teacher.

2. Principal and school administration will reserve the right to limit the number of visitors to a classroom. More than one visitor or a parent with other children could distract students and hinder the learning process.

3. Students on suspension from any schools are not allowed on campus and will be considered trespassing.

4. Students from other schools will be allowed on campus only with the permission of school administration.

5. Parent/guardian/advocate Conferences with the Teacher and/or Principala. All conferences must be scheduled in advance.b. Mutual courtesy and respect should be shown during the conference. Visits may be prohibited at certain times such as the first and last weeks of school, immediately before or after vacations or other breaks and while standardized testing or other assessments are being conducted

b. Conferences can only be held with a parent/guardian/advocate. Parents/guardians must notify the principal in advance if they are requesting that additional persons attend. The principal will have

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the final decision whether or not additional persons may attend the conferences. If special accommodations are needed for a conference, call the school to make arrangements prior to visit.

6. Disruptive Visitors ─ Montgomery Public Schools expects mutual respect, civility and orderly conduct from all individuals on school property or at school sponsored activities, no matter his or her status or the purpose of his or her presence. Any person who becomes physically or verbally disruptive on school property may be subject to criminal prosecution as well as termination of visiting privileges. Disruptive conduct includes, but is not limited to, using a raised voice, using profanity, uttering verbal or written threats or employing threatening gestures or otherwise engaging in an action deemed inappropriate by the building administrator. In the event a person visiting school property is deemed to be disruptive, that said person will be instructed to leave school property and law enforcement may be called upon for assistance, if necessary. The building administrator may, with the approval of the Superintendent or designee, issue a no-trespass notice against any person who is deemed to have created a disruption while on school property or at a school-sponsored event. The no-trespass notice shall be in force until such time as the building administrator and Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee deems appropriate to lift that order.

7. All visitors’ cell phone calls should be completed prior to entering the building. All electronic devices should be turned off. Visitors should follow all school rules regarding telecommunication devices for students.

INSPECTION OF SCHOOL PROPERTY

The building principal and his/her designees may conduct legally appropriate searches. All searches will be conducted in the presence of two MPS employees, one of which must be a building administrator. Brew Tech is governed by the Montgomery Public Schools’ (See Code of Student Behavior).

It is the responsibility of each parent and student to read the Code and be familiar with its contents. Violators of our school rules and procedures will be dealt with accordingly and may be removed from Brew Tech School.

POSSESSION OF CELL PHONES OR TELECOMMUNICATION DEVICES

The cell / telecommunication device guidelines of the school coincide with MPS policy but in a more detailed and school form.Code 16 (A): Possession of Cell Phones or Telecommunication Devices

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Students are not permitted to use a cell phone or any electronic device in school. This includes, but is not limited to an IPhone, Blackberry, Smartphone, other adapted PDAs or electronic devices. Principals have the authority to allow the use of cell phones and electronic devices for instructional purposes during class, however that permission must be granted before students are allowed to openly display cell phones or other electronic devices in class/school. Unless otherwise stated, cell phones and other electronic devices are to be out of view and not in use while students are in the school building, in classes that may be held outside of the building and on school sponsored field trips. If a cell phone rings or beeps in class/school, it is considered being in use. Therefore, it is advised that student phones remain off while in the school building. Students assigned to behavior alternative sites are to adhere to the MPS Cell Phone Usage policy. Procedures for confiscating, securing and returning devices will be developed on a school by school basis. School officials accept no responsibility for safeguarding confiscated items or for loss or damage to confiscated property.

Consequences

1st offense: Phone is sent to the office and kept until the end of the school day at which time it can be picked up by the student.

2nd offense: Phone is sent to the office and kept until the end of the next school day at which time it can be picked up by the parent/guardian.

3rd. offense: Out of School SuspensionIf a violation of this rule also violates other Class B and/or C offenses, other consequences will be imposed.

STUDENT DRESS CODE

The uniform guidelines of the school coincide with MPS dress code, but in a more detailed and school specific form. The Code of Student Behavior sets forth guidelines concerning student dress and personal appearance for the school district. At Brew Tech, we expect our students not only to comply with MPS Board policy concerning dress and appearance, but also to be model students for others to emulate. The following guidelines apply to all students at Brew Tech:

Uniform Procedure for the 2014-15 School YearThe Uniform Procedure for Brew Tech is intended to foster an academic environment. The following procedure has been developed to help students comply with the school’s requirements. Appearance should be neat and clean and reflect a conservative style of dress, which will endorse an atmosphere of intellectual growth and positive conduct. This procedure is also intended to give our students a sense of unity and pride in their school.

Parents and students are expected to help to establish the quality environment for each child’s education by adhering to this uniform procedure. The ultimate determination of appropriate dress will lie with the principal/assistant principal, but students should understand that they are answerable to every

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adult in the school. Failure to comply with the uniform procedure will lead to appropriate disciplinary action.

ConsequencesFirst violation- Parent will be contacted. The student will return to class with a Uniform Violation Slip for their first warning.

Second violation- Parent will be contacted and required to take corrective action. The parent will be asked to bring appropriate apparel/shoes to school. The student will receive zeros for all graded work missed while waiting for a change of clothes. Students will not be allowed to make up zeros received for missed work.

Third violation- Parent will be contacted and required to take corrective action. The parent will be asked to bring appropriate apparel/shoes to school. The student will receive zeros for all graded work missed while waiting for a change of clothes. Students will not be allowed to make up zeros received for missed work.

Fourth or subsequent violations will be upgraded to B10: Persistent/Willful Disobedience and one day of out of school suspension for 1 day.

Uniforms with Brew Tech Logos may be purchased from the following vendors in Montgomery:

Buckhead Uniforms – 1721 Eastern Blvd… …….. 334 - 274 - 9165 Montgomery Uniforms – 6643 Atlanta Hwy…….. 334 - 244 - 0115Serendipity Uniforms – 5085 Virginia Loop …….. 334 - 288 - 4555Southern School Uniforms – 1721 Eastern Blvd…. 334 - 215 - 0000

Uniformacy LLC – 1721 Eastern Blvd …………… 334 - 272 – 5881

*See the following pages for girls’ and boys’ uniform combinations and required items.

Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School

Uniform Procedures 2015-16

The Uniform Procedures for Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School are intended to foster an academic environment. The following procedures have been developed to help students comply with the school's requirements. Appearance should be neat and clean and reflect a conservative style of dress, which will endorse an atmosphere of intellectual growth and positive conduct. This procedure is also intended to give our students a sense of unity and pride in their school.

Parents and students are expected to help establish a quality environment for each child's education by adhering to the uniform procedures. The ultimate determination of appropriate dress will lie with the Principal, but students should understand that the uniform procedures will be enforced by all faculty and staff. Failure to comply with the uniform procedures will lead to disciplinary action.

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Bottoms Pants, Capris, Skirts, Skorts, or Shorts must be khaki or plaid (#80) only. NO black or grey bottoms are to be worn.*No sagging/baggy and no chains or jewelry may be attached*No denim or corduroy*No tight pants of any kind.*All pants must be uniform type pants*Length should not be above the knee

Shirts Collared Polo type shirt in short or long sleeve (white, gray light blue, or black) Oxford Style button down (white or light blue)-must be neatly pressed*all but the top button must be buttoned*shirts must fit properly and must not be so tight as to stretch the buttons*shirts may not expose the student's torso, even when sitting down*if the shirt does not have the Brew Tech emblem, then there cannot be any kind of insignia. Shirts must be solid white, light blue, black or gray.

Sweaters Pullover Crew Sweater, Sweater vest, or Button front cardigan (solid white, solid black, light blue, or solid gray) with uniform-collared shirt or white turtleneck worn underneath.Only gray, black, light blue, or white Brew Tech hoodies or sweatshirts are allowed Monday - Thursday. Colored Brew Tech hoodies are allowed on Friday. No other hoodies or sweatshirts of any kind are allowed.

Jumpers Jumpers must be purchased from Buckhead Uniforms and must be style 156 (khaki) or style 194 (khaki)*white turtleneck or collared shirt must be worn under the jumper.

Belts Black or brown leather belt. Belts are to be worn inside belt loops *No large, rhinestone, or initial/name buckles

Shoes Any closed toe shoe with heel no higher than two inchesTights Must be plain black or gray panty hose type tights (no fishnet type tights).

No leggings of any type allowed including pajama jeans or jeggings.If tights are worn, they must be under, skirts, skorts, or shorts. The bottoms must still meet length requirements.

Accessories/jewelry

Worn in modesty (no large hoop earrings)No bangles or long necklacesNo elaborate and/or distracting makeup

Hair styles Neatly groomedNo unusual hairstyles or colors that are distracting or obtrusiveNo large ornaments or distracting bows in hair

Piercings No facial piercings except for religious customs.

Gentlemen

Slacks Pants and Shorts must be khaki in color only. NO black or grey bottoms are to be worn.*No sagging/bagging and no chains or jewelry may be attached*No denim or corduroy*The length may not be shorter than the top of the knee

Shirts Turtlenecks (white or black) - only if worn under a sweaterCollared Polo type shirt in short or long sleeve (white, gray, light blue, or black)-solid colors only

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Oxford Style button down (white or light blue)-must be neatly pressed*all but the top button must be buttoned*shirts may not expose the student's torso, even when sitting down*if the shirt does not have the Brew Tech emblem, then there cannot be any kind of insignia. Shirts must be solid black, gray, light blue, or white.*Ties may be worn to school with a white dress shirt only.

Sweaters Pullover Crew Sweater, Sweater vest, or Button front cardigan (solid white, solid black or solid gray with uniform-collared white shirt or white turtleneck must be worn underneath) Only gray, black, light blue, or white Brew Tech hoodies or sweatshirts are allowed Monday - Thursday. Colored Brew Tech hoodies are allowed on Friday. No other hoodies or sweatshirts of any kind are allowed.

Belts Black or brown leather belt. Belts are to be worn inside belt loops of pants only*No large, rhinestone, or initial/name buckles

Shoes Any closed toe shoe Tennis shoes that are primarily white, black, gray, or a combination of these colors.

Hair styles Neatly groomedNo unusual hairstyles or colors that are distracting or obtrusiveNo designs shaved into hair

Piercings No facial piercings except for religious customs.

Outerwear Only the following listed below will be allowed for daily wear during school hours: Brew Tech hoodies or sweatshirts (Monday-Thursday- gray, black, light blue, or white; Friday- any colored Brew Tech hoodie) -NO other type sweatshirts or hoodies.Charcoal/black EVOLUX Fleece Two Tone with Brew Tech emblem from Buckhead UniformBlack Full zip fleece with Brew Tech emblem from Buckhead UniformChill Fleece Zip Front Jacket (black) with Brew Tech emblem from Southern School UniformsOnly athletic/team jackets may be worn, but not warm-up or athletic bottoms.All other outerwear must be removed before school begins. Uniforms must be visible under any jacket or coat

Additional Uniform Procedure Information

Class time missed for a 2nd and 3rd uniform violations will count as unexcused. The parent will have to bring a change of clothes to the school. Student drivers will not be allowed to drive home to get uniforms.

If the Brew Tech emblem is not on the shirt, sweater, or sweater vest then the shirt, sweater or sweater vest must be solid black, white, light blue, or gray with no other insignia.

No solid color outfit combinations may be worn. Uniforms must be clean and neat No hats, caps or sunglasses will be worn in the building Parents need to monitor the fit of the uniforms and growth should be considered when

purchasing the uniforms Under shirts may be worn under uniform shirts, but must be white, black, light blue, or gray.

Patterns or writing many not show through the uniform shirt

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Athletes and club members may not wear designated team/club shirts, unless a polo-type team/club shirt, on game/competition days, without prior permission of the Principal.

Cheerleading uniforms may only be worn during pep rallies and on select days with prior permission from the Principal.

Fridays will be designated as Brew Tech Spirit Days. On these days, students may wear blue jeans or denim capris with any Brew Tech T-shirt or uniform shirt. No denim shorts or skirts will be permitted. Jeans with holes and jeans that are frayed will not be permitted. Jeans may not bag or sag and may not have any chains or jewelry attached to them. Jeans may not be tight. No denim leggings, pajama jeans or jeggings.

Uniforms may be purchased from any vendor, but must meet the Brew Tech uniform procedures as listed above.

Refer to MPS Code of Student Behavior for clarification.

When in doubt, don’t wear it!!!

GENERAL CLASSROOM RULES

The following are general rules that all students are expected to follow:

1. Enter classroom quietly and on time. Take your seat without disturbing others in the room or other classrooms.

2. Be prepared for class. Bring books, paper, pencils, erasers, homework, and completed assignments to class. Teachers will not allow students to leave their classroom to get assignments or other required items that students failed to bring to class.

3. Do not disturb, hit, poke, or bother others in any way. DO NOT DISRUPT the class by talking or getting out of your seat. RESPECT THE RIGHTS and VIEWS of others.

4. DO NOT groom in class by COMBING, BRUSHING HAIR, POLISHING NAILS, OR APPLYING COSMETICS. THIS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.

5. SAFETY-Think and act safely at all times-NEVER throw anything at any time and always follow the DIRECTIONS OF THE TEACHER.

Good behavior, including showing respect and consideration for others, is simply a way of expressing the pride students have in them. The manner in which a student conducts himself/herself is a reflection of himself/herself, his/her parents, and often of the entire student body. Many times the actions of a small group place a stigma on the school, which will affect its reputation for many years.  

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While the school allows for individuality and growth, it must have rules in order to function effectively. All students will be expected to have a thorough working knowledge of all student conduct rules whether contained in the Brew Tech handbook or the MPS Code of Student Behavior.  

The consequences for Class A offenses will follow the School Discipline Plan developed by the school’s teachers and administrators. Community service on school grounds, After-school detention, Confiscation of items used to violate the Code of Conduct, 

Multiple infractions of Class A violations will result in the upgrading of a Class A offense to a Class B offense which are subject to more severe consequences.  

When a student is referred to the office, the administrator will implement the consequences at their discretion.   

SPECIAL EDUCATION

Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

All schools, including magnet schools, must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the individuals with Disabilities Education Act. A student may be both gifted and have a disability, including, but not limited to, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or ADD), depression, a specific learning disability, diabetes, epilepsy, or a vision or hearing impairment. If you think or suspect your child may have a disability, please notify the principal. Your child may be eligible for a free evaluation and additional services and assistance from the school. If you have questions or need assistance with this process, call Katrina Johnson, Special Education Director at (334) 269-3808 or Angela James, Section 504 Coordinator at (334) 223-6850.

EMERGENCY/ HEALTH/ SAFETY

Accident Insurance -Accident Insurance is offered at the beginning of the school year. If you elect to take this coverage, the procedure should be read carefully to determine benefits and limits.

Reporting Accidents

It is the responsibility of the student or his/her parent to report all accidents that occur on school grounds to the school office as soon as possible. Students must report all accidents that occur on school property to the person in charge at the time of the accident.

Medication- Students must have a medication form on file in the main office if medication is to be administered at school. Only medication prescribed by a physician can be dispensed. Note: Students may carry inhalers only after a medical form has been filed in the main office. Parents are encouraged to report any medical problems or conditions of a student to school officials at the beginning of each school term. All medical information should be reported to Nurse Reese.

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All students must have an up-to-date shot record on file at the start of the school year. If you have questions about your child's shot record, please contact the School Nurse at 284-7100.

Emergency Contact Information

It is necessary to have your correct address, zip code, and telephone number as part of your child's record. Three emergency names and numbers must be on file in case the parent cannot be contacted. If there are any changes, please notify the school as soon as possible.

Fire Drills / Tornado Drills / Lockdowns Drills Fire / tornado drills and emergency lockdown drills will be held frequently as well as bus evacuation drills. Students must take all drills and exercises seriously and follow all instructions from faculty and staff members.

Weapons

Students will not possess, conceal, or transport any weapon, realistic replica of a weapon, facsimile of a gun, firearm, air gun, pellet gun, or any instrument or device capable of firing a projectile, or other instrument that could cause or is intended to cause injury or other harm to another. This also includes on or in privately owned vehicles.

PARENTS / TEACHERS / STUDENTS ASSOCIATION (PTSA) :

The Brew Tech PTSA invites ALL parents and students to join and take an active part in our great organization. The PTSA has a standing tradition of providing outstanding support to the students, faculty, and staff. The PTSA sponsors several fundraisers and activities each year, and also supports teacher classroom projects and school improvement initiatives. Please contact the school office at (334) 284-7100 for membership information and for meeting dates and times, or visit the PTSA Website at http://www.brewtech.mps-al.org/.

PTSA is about communication.  Don't forget to ask to be notified for updates or continue to check here for information.  We plan to use email as much as possible, so please send us your email contact information and be sure to include an email address.  We'd like to send information to all parents regardless of your PTSA membership, so please send us your email addresses.

PTSA is also about commitment.  Can you commit at least three hours for your child and our school?  Send in a Volunteer Form (on Website).  Be sure to give us your contact information in case we have some new opportunities later that are not on this form.

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Brew Tech High School’s Plagiarism Procedures

Plagiarism results from a failure to credit the source of ideas or from changing the language of another in attempt to make the thoughts appear to be one’s own. For a Brew Tech student, plagiarism is completely unacceptable. Plagiarism is also considered cheating as stated on page 8, of this handbook, which reads:

CheatingAt Brew Tech, we expect all students to meet the academic requirements based on their own individual merit. Students suspected of cheating in any form will be dealt with accordingly. Consequences for cheating and plagiarism may include some or all of the following: zero on assignment, suspension from school, and ineligible to return to Brew Tech Magnet High School the next school year.

Specific examples of plagiarism include some of the following:1. Copying whole essays written by others2. “Cutting and pasting” selected sentences and phrases from another source without using both

quotation marks and a reference page3. Paraphrasing or summarizing another’s original work that is not common knowledge without giving

appropriate credit (parenthetical documentation and a reference page)

In short, turning in any assignment that is not the student’s own creation is plagiarism. If a student is discovered to have plagiarized/cheated, he/she will receive a zero on the assignment as well as an office referral. Student who receive more than one referral for plagiarism/cheating may receive a zero on assignment and additional consequences listed above. Furthermore, any student allowing another student to copy classwork, homework, written work, or assignments of any kind, etc. will receive the same consequences.

Please sign below stating that you have read and do understand both the definition of and consequences for plagiarism and for sharing work with other students.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT

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Students Name (Print) _______________________________________ Homeroom # _____

My signature below acknowledges that I have accessed the latest edition of the Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School Parent/Student handbook via the Brew Tech Website at http://brewtech.mps-al.org. My signature also indicates my understanding that the information contained in the handbook is considered to be school procedure(s) I have read its contents, fully understand, and agree to comply with the policies and procedures contained therein.

If you would like a hard copy or an electronic copy of the Brew Tech Handbook, please contact the front office (284-7100) and one will be provided.

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Student’s Signature Date

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Parent’s Signature Date

It is my responsibility to read the handbook and familiarize myself with the information contained therein. I understand that I am expected to comply with the rules and procedures in the this handbook

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Please Sign and Return This Page to the Student’s Homeroom T eacher.

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