Carroll County Schools - GOAL Student Handbook - 2021-2022 Carroll County Schools 164 Independence Drive Carrollton, GA 30116 - Connect Suite
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
Carroll County Schools
GOAL Student Handbook
2021-2022
Carroll County Schools
164 Independence Drive
Carrollton, GA 30116
770.832.3568
www.carrollcountyschools.com2
Table of Contents
Table of Contents………………………………………………………………………………………………Pg.2-3
Welcome……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…Pg. 4
Program Description………………………………………………………………………………...………….Pg. 5
Program Philosophy………………………………………………………………………………………….…Pg. 5
Academic Progress…………………………………………………………………………….………………..Pg. 5
ADAP…………………………………………………………………………………………………………...Pg. 5
Arrival/Departure Times………………………………………………………………………………………..Pg. 5
Attendance……………………………………………………………………………………………….……..Pg. 5
Bell Schedule……………………………………………………………………………………………..…….Pg. 6
Bus Conduct…………………………………………………………………………………………...………..Pg. 6
Cell Phones/Electronic Devices………………………………………………………………………..……….Pg. 6
Check-in/Check-Out……………………………………………………………………...…………………….Pg. 7
Discipline and Code of Conduct……………………………………………………………………….……….Pg. 7
Consequences for Violation of Code of Conduct……………………………………………..………………..Pg. 7
Disruption of Public School ……………………………………………………………………….……………..Pg. 8
Dress Code – Restrictive ……………………………………………………………………………………Pg.8-9
Dress Code – Less Restrictive, Level 2 …………………………………………………………………..Pg.9-10
Demerits……………………………………………………………………………………………………...…Pg. 11
Drug and Alcohol Free Zone …………………………………………………………………...………………Pg. 11
Gang-Related Behavior ………………………………………………………………………………………...Pg. 11
Prescription and Non-Prescription Medication…………………………………………………………………Pg. 11
Student Advisement……………………………………………………………………………………….……Pg. 11
Transportation………………………………………………………………………………………………..…Pg. 11
Driving Privileges/Early Release………………………………………………………………………….....Pg. 12
Visitors (GOAL)……………………………………………………………………………………………....Pg. 12
District Handbook.……………………………………………………………………………………………Pg. D1
2021-2022 Instructional Calendar…………………………………………………………………….………Pg. D2
System Foreward…………...……………………………………………………………………………..…..Pg. D3
Accident Insurance………………………………………………………………………………………….....Pg. D3
Accreditation Statement………………………………………………………………………………………Pg. D3
Attendance Protocol…………………………………………………………………………………………..Pg. D33 Bus Rules ………………………………………………………………………………………………..……Pg. D6 Closing of Schools……………………………………………………………………………….……………Pg. D6 Clubs and Organizations ……………………………………………………………………………………...Pg. D7 Drug Testing of Students……………………………………………………………………………...………Pg. D7 Equal Opportunity Statement…………………………………………………………......…………………..Pg. D7 Extracurricular and Athletic Participation………………………………………………………………….…Pg. D8 Federal Title II Equity Guidelines……………………………………………………………………….……Pg. D8 Graduation Participation………………………………………………………………………..…………….Pg. D8 Hospital Homebound…………………………………………………………………………………..……..Pg. D8 Medication Guidelines – Admin. Rule JGCD-R……………………………………………………………...Pg. D8 Navigator………………………………………………………………………………………………...…..Pg. D10 Notification of FERPA Rights………………………………………………………………………….……Pg. D11 Notification of Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)………………………….…………………Pg. D11 Nutrition Program………………..…………………………………………………………………...……..Pg. D12 Parent Portal……………………………………………………………………………………………...….Pg. D14 Parent Right to Know Statement…………………………………………………………….………………Pg. D14 Reporting Instances of Alleged Inappropriate Behavior……………………………………………………..Pg. D14 Student Code of Conduct………(Dress Code D24)..…………………………………………………….…Pg. D15 Technology – Acceptable Use by Students……………………………………………………………..……Pg. D26 Visitors to School……………………………………………………………………………...…………….Pg. D28 Handbook Signature Page…………………………………………………………...………………………Pg. D30
4
Welcome
I want to welcome our students to the GOAL Program. Our purpose is to provide an educational
opportunity to further your education at a time when you have been removed from the regular school. We
have prepared this handbook in order to create a common understanding between the school, parents, and
students. We ask for your assistance so that we may provide your child with a rewarding and enriching
educational experience. While it is not all inclusive, this handbook does reflect Carroll County School
Board Policy and serves as a supplement to the Carroll County Student handbook. More detailed
information regarding school board policies may be accessed by https://bit.ly/3zybOPT. Please take time
to read this informational handbook thoroughly.
Sincerely,
Cheryl Clark
Alternative Programs Principal
Goal Program Faculty and Staff
Emails:first.last@carrollcountyschools.com
Cheryl Clark, Principal Thomas Browning, Instructional Facilitator
Sue Comrie, School Counselor Billy Carnes, Instructional Facilitator
Andrea Dunson, School Clerk Martha Harper, Paraprofessional
Clarence Lindsey, In-school Coordinator for SPED Annette Reid, Paraprofessional
(ISC)5 Program Description The GOAL Program is an alternative educational program for students in grades 6-12 who have been identified as disruptive to the traditional school environment. This program is designed to provide focused academic, behavioral, and social skills support programs which enable students to successfully transition back to the regular school program and the community. Carroll County’s GOAL Program is a choice program. Students who have been found guilty by a tribunal panel, signed a waiver, or have been adjudicated through the court system have the option to apply to attend The GOAL Program. Program Philosophy The GOAL Program is committed to providing ALL students with educational opportunities that will prepare them to be successful, responsible, and productive citizens in the community. Students who apply to attend GOAL have an opportunity to seek help, set goals, and make decisions for the future. How each student chooses to use this opportunity will have a lasting impact on their future. If students act contrary to their goals, the school rules, and to the laws of this community, they will lose the right to direct their future and will place that responsibility in the hands of others. We firmly believe that parents/guardians, teachers, counselors, and friends can only play a supporting role in a student’s life and in the choices he/she decides to make, however, the ultimate responsibility lies with the student. Students are strongly encouraged to take responsibility for themselves and their future by making good choices and controlling the direction of their life. Academic Progress Students who do not show adequate academic progress will be subject to removal from The GOAL Program. Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program Students enrolled in the GOAL Program will need to complete the online ADAP program at https://online.dds.ga.gov/eADAP/Index.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2feadap%2f or contact their home school. Arrival/Departure Times The alternative school will operate two four hour sessions for students Monday through Thursday; session 1 from 7:30 am until 11:30 am. Temple Middle, Bay Springs Middle, Villa Rica Middle, Temple High and Villa Rica High students will attend this session. Session 2 will be from 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm Bowdon Middle, Mt. Zion Middle, Central Middle, Bowdon High, Central High and Mt. Zion High students will attend this session. Attendance Attendance is very important for the success of student achievement. Please refer to the county attendance protocol in the district section on page D3. Failure to attend classes at the GOAL program can lead to dismissal. Bell Schedule 7:15 Session 1 students may arrive on campus 7:30 Session 1 classes begin 11:30 Session 1 classes dismissed 11:45 Session 2 students may arrive on campus 12:00 Session 2 classes begin 4:00 Session 2 classes dismissed
6
Bus Conduct
Bus transportation is not provided by the GOAL Program. A student’s home school determines who is eligible for
bus transportation on case by case provision. Bus discipline for the GOAL program will be handled by
administration. Refer to Administrative Rule JCDA-R in the district section.
Cell Phones/Electronic Devices
Carroll County School Board policy prohibits the possession and/or use of any electronic communication device
during instructional time (use includes but is not limited to talking or sending electronic pictures or messages).
Instructional time is defined as the hours between 7:30 and 4:00 To ensure that students adhere to this policy,
students will be required to leave their cell phone with the teacher during any time that he/she has to leave the
classroom while on campus. If students need to be contacted during school hours, our phone number is
770-830-5012. .
If parents need to get in touch with a student, they may call and leave a message for the student in the front office.
Cell phones that are discovered during a random search and turned off will not be confiscated or searched.
If a cell phone is found to be turned on, the phone will be searched and the following procedure will be
followed:
1st offense phone will be returned to student at end of session
2nd offense, parent must pick up phone at the end of the session
3rd offense, 30 days no phone on campus
4th offense, 90 days no phone on campus
5th offense, no phone through the end of school term
Any time a phone is taken up under reasonable suspicion the contents are subject to search by the school
administration. Any content that violates school policy will be handled with school discipline. Content that may
violate federal and state laws will be turned over to the appropriate law enforcement agency.
Confiscated phones may be picked up in the front office at the end of the students
session. Refusal to turn in a phone that has been found can result in a discipline referral.
Check-in/Check-out Procedures
Any student who arrives after 7:30 am, for the morning session, or 12:00 pm, for the afternoon session will be
required to check in at the front office and will be counted tardy.
Any student who checks out early must do so in the front office.
• Parent/guardian or another adult listed on the information sheet must come to the front office to sign a
student out.
• Once the student has checked out of school, they are not allowed to return to campus unless the student
has written documentation from a doctor, dentist, court, or other legally permitted excuse or the
parent returns with the student to sign them back in.
• Students needing to check out early must provide the office staff with a written note with a telephone
number for verification purposes. Check outs over the telephone will not be permitted. • Failure to
follow proper procedure will result in disciplinary action being taken. • Regardless of age no student will
be allowed to check him/herself out of school.
Discipline and Code of Conduct
Students who are admitted into The GOAL Program are expected to act in a manner that is conducive to a positive
learning environment. Students will be expected to adhere to the Carroll County Student Code of Conduct (Board
Policy JCDA) which is included on page D14.
Consequences for misbehavior and violation of student code of conduct and/or The GOAL Program policies
and procedures7
Students who violate school/classroom rules despite behavioral interventions may be referred to the office for other
consequences. The GOAL Program uses the following consequences to help students modify their behavior and
make better choices. Prior to referring a student to the office, faculty and staff may utilize similar consequences in
their classroom. This list is not all inclusive but gives an idea of possible consequences that may be used. •
Parent/Guardian Contacts and Meetings
• Loss of Privileges related to the demerit Program
• Friday Detention
• Additional Duties and/or Work Detail
• Referral to counselor, or probation officer if applicable.
• Temporary removal from classroom to another location.
• Other consequences as deemed appropriate by the faculty, administration, and Carroll County Schools
Code of Conduct.
Possible additional consequences used by the administration of GOAL:
• Community Service as agreed upon by school administration and parent/guardian
• Isolation-Students who are assigned isolation will drop one Level.
• Out of School Suspension-Students who are assigned out of school suspension are not allowed on campus
during that suspension time. Students may work on their online courses from home but will have to provide
note pages upon returning to GOAL to have quizzes and tests unblocked. Upon returning students who
have been given out of school suspension will automatically be returned to Level 1.
• Referral to Disciplinary Tribunal for Repeat Level II offenses or Level III offense (see CCS Code of
Conduct for explanation)-Students who are referred to a disciplinary tribunal may be expelled and/or
have their time extended at The GOAL Program.
• Removal from The GOAL Program for the remainder of the student’s expulsion time. •
Referral to the Department of Juvenile Justice or Law Enforcement.
• Other consequences at the discretion of the school administration.
Reminders of Specific Policies for Carroll County Schools and The GOAL
Program: Disruption of Public School
It is unlawful for any person to disrupt or interfere with the operation of any public school. Students who
significantly disrupt the orderly conduct of school shall be charged with a level III offense per Carroll County
Discipline Code and will be taken before a Disciplinary Tribunal for possible expulsion from and/or extension of
time at The GOAL Program.
Dress Code for The GOAL Program
Restrictive Dress Code; All new and level 1 students
It is the obligation of the students to maintain their appearance and personal belongings in a manner that reflects
well on themselves and the school. It is their responsibility, as well as that of their parents, to see that they are
properly dressed, well groomed, and following the dress code.
Shirts/Tops
• Solid black collared shirt. Shirt must fit and may not be oversized or too tight. No Tall Tees are allowed. •
For females, shirts must have a modest neckline (no cleavage).
• Shirts must be tucked into the waistband of the pants at all times.
• No designs, labels, writing, trim stripes, logos, etc. on the black shirt.
• One white or black undershirt may be worn but must not have trims, logo, writings, etc on it. Shirt must
also be tucked into pants at waist level.8
• Shirts must have sleeves.
• Shirts should not have holes or tears.
Belt
• Must be visible around the waist.
• Leather, vinyl or cloth. Belts must be a neutral color (white, black, tan, or brown).
• No designs, flags, writing, big buckles, initials on belt buckles, chains, or spikes.
Pants
• Khaki slacks only.
• Pants must have belt loops and must be worn with a belt.
• Pants must fit and must be kept at waist level at all times. Males are not allowed to wear oversize pants and
females are not allowed to wear pants that are too tight.
• No “slacking”. Students who are considered to be “slacking” or who do not have a belt will be given a zip
tie to wear on their belt loops.
• No, sweat pants, warm-ups, overalls, coveralls, lounging pants, or shorts.
• No designs, large print, patches, or holes on the pants.
• Must be full length (no shorts or Capris). Pants cannot be rolled up or tucked into socks or shoes. •
Females may wear a khaki knee-length skirt with a belt (skirt must have belt loops). • Students are not
allowed to wear any athletic shorts, sweat pants, or other leggings underneath the khaki
pants at any time. Students who violate this policy will be asked to remove these items. Parents may pick
these items on Friday from 7:30-8:30.
• Pants must not have holes, tears or frays.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts
• Solid black, plain sweatshirt or sweater only.
• Black collared shirt must be worn underneath the sweatshirt or sweater. Collar must be visible.
•No hoodies or pockets. No designs, labels or logos.
• Sweatshirts/sweaters must be tucked in at all times. Failure to tuck in a sweatshirt will result in the
student losing the privilege to wear the sweatshirt/sweater.
Shoes
• Closed toed shoes only.
• No flip flops or sandals.
• No high heels.
• No bedroom slippers or house shoes.
• No boots may be worn.
Coats/Jackets - A coat or jacket is defined as anything that has a zipper or buttons up.
It is recommended that students wear inexpensive jackets or coats and clearly mark them with the student’s name.
Coats/Jackets will be hung on coat racks when students enter the classroom. Students may pick up their coats as
they leave the classroom.
Jewelry
• One watch worn at the wrist.
• No visible body piercings including earrings, eyebrow rings etc.
• No necklaces.
• No bracelets, rubber bands, scrunchies, etc. on the wrist.
• No grills or tongue rings.
• No rings.
Headgear
Students are not allowed to have or wear the following on school campus at any time:
• Hats, sunglasses, toboggans, bandanas, skull caps, and doo rags
• Picks, combs, or hair brushes.9
• Headbands, ribbons, scarves, colored pony-tail holders.
• Students may wear black or brown pony-tail holders to secure hair away from their face. •
Extreme hairstyles or hair colors not of a natural color are prohibited.
(During cold weather, students may wear toboggan to school, but remove upon entering the building)
Tattoos
Any tattoo that is considered inflammatory or inappropriate must be covered at all times. Administrators have the
right and responsibility to determine what is considered an inappropriate tattoo.
Following the school dress code is an integral part of achieving success at The GOAL Program. Students
who wish to progress through the point system must adhere to the dress code policy at all times.
Students who consistently and intentionally ignore personal responsibility in following the restrictive dress
code will be assigned isolation and/or out of school suspension.
Less Restrictive Dress Code Level 2 students only
Students should wear clothing that does not distract from the instructional learning environment. This Dress Code
generally follows the Carroll County Dress Code with some exceptions:
Pants
• No holes, frays or tears in pants.
• No shorts, sweat pants, lounging pants, leggings, pajama pants, or wind suits.
• Capri’s or skirts that fall at or below the knee are acceptable.
• Pants must be at waist level. No “slacking”.
• Students are not allowed to wear any athletic shorts, sweat pants, or other leggings underneath the pants at
any time. Students who violate this policy will be asked to remove these items. Parents may pick these
items up on Friday from 7:30-8:30.
Shirts/Tops
• No bare midriff, see-through clothing, halter tops, backless dresses, tank tops, and/or tube tops. •
Shirts must have sleeves.
• Shirts with words, phrases, symbols, pictures, patches, or insignia which are obscene, provocative,
disruptive, profane, discriminatory, drug/alcohol/tobacco related, and/or gang related are prohibited. •
Shirts should have a modest neckline.
• Shirts do not have to be tucked in but pants must remain at waist level
Shoes
• Tennis shoes, other closed toed shoes, flip flops or sandals are permitted
• No high heels.
• No bedroom slippers or house shoes.
Coats/Jackets - A coat or jacket is defined as anything that has a zipper or buttons up.
It is recommended that students wear inexpensive jackets or coats and clearly mark them with the student’s name.
Coats will be hung on coat racks when students enter the classroom. Students may pick up their coats as they are
leaving the classroom.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts
• No sweatshirts with words, phrases, symbols, pictures, patches, or insignia which are obscene, provocative,
disruptive, profane, discriminatory, drug/alcohol/tobacco related, and/or gang related.
• Students may wear pullover sweaters, sweatshirts, or hoodies.
Jewelry
• One watch worn at the wrist.
• Earrings are permitted.
• Necklaces, rings, and bracelets are permitted.
• No grillz or tongue rings.
• No eyebrow rings or other visible body piercings.10
Headgear
Students are not allowed to have or wear the following on school campus at any time:
• Hats, sunglasses, toboggans, bandanas, skull caps, and doo rags.
• Picks, combs, or hair brushes.
• Headbands, ribbons, scarves, colored pony-tail holders.
• Extreme hairstyles or hair colors not of a natural color are prohibited.
(During cold weather, students may wear toboggan to school, but remove upon entering the building)
Tattoos
Any tattoo that is considered inflammatory or inappropriate must be covered at all times. Administrators have the
right and responsibility to determine what is considered an inappropriate tattoo.
Students who consistently and intentionally ignore personal responsibility in following the less restrictive
dress code will be assigned isolation and/or out of school suspension.
Demerit Program
Demerits
Student compliance to policies, procedures and behavior will be tracked through a demerit program. Students will
be given demerits based on offenses as outlined in Carroll County Schools discipline code. (Example: A student
tardy to school will receive one demerit)
Any student who has received ten or less demerits during any consecutive three week period will move from Level
1 to Level 2. To remain at level 2 students must have received three or fewer demerits during the week. Students
who lose privileges must follow the procedure for earning level 2 again. Students who earn Level 2 privileges will
follow the least restrictive dress code, have vending machine access with teacher and/or administrator permission.
Students who have earned Level 2 may not purchase vending machine items for or to share with Level 1 students.
All privileges are at the discretion of the school administration.
Excessive demerits/10 or more demerits per week.
Students with excessive demerits (10 demerits in one week) are subject to a level II disciplinary action.
These disciplinary actions may include: Parental contact/parent conference, Friday school attendance, in
school suspension, out of school suspension or removal from the GOAL Program.
Drug and Alcohol Free School Zone
It is the intention of the Carroll County School Board, the administration and staff of The GOAL Program to keep
GOAL a drug and alcohol free school zone. Any student found in possession or under the influence of drugs and/or
alcohol on school campus will be taken before a Disciplinary Tribunal for possible expulsion from and/or extension
of time at The GOAL Program.
Gang-Related Behavior
This is found on Pg. D21 in the District Handbook. Students determined to participate or be suspected in any
gang related activity will be required to have a signed Gang Contract by student and parent.
Prescription and Non-Prescription Medication
All prescription and non-prescription medication must be brought to the front office. All medications must be in
their original packaging. Written instructions for dispensing the medication must be provided by the parent. (For
other information regarding medication, please see the section in part two of this handbook).11
Student Advisement
The GOAL Program does provide advice for students by the school counselor.
Transportation
Car Riders
Parents will provide transportation for students to and from The GOAL Program. Car Riders should not be dropped
off before 7:15 am and should be picked up no later than 11:45 am for the high school morning session. For the
high school afternoon session, students should not arrive prior to 11:45 am and should be picked up no later than
4:15 pm. Repeated violations of these drop off and pick up times may result in your child being withdrawn from
The GOAL Program. Transportation to and from The GOAL Program is a parental responsibility.
Driving Privileges at The GOAL Program
Students who are 16 years old and older and who have a valid driver’s license may drive to The GOAL Program
and park on campus. Parking permits are available for $25.00 per semester. Students must abide by the following
rules or their parking permit will be revoked and they will not be issued a refund:
• Parking is a privilege that may be revoked at any time by school personnel.
• Students provide a copy of their valid driver’s license to the front office.
• Students will be given a pass and must display it at all times.
• The car must be registered with the school. A form is available in the front office for students to complete. •
Students must provide insurance information.
• Students must park in designated areas only.
• When entering the building, students must turn their keys into Mrs. Dunson. Students will be allowed to pick
these up as they exit the building after their session.
• Vehicles must be operated in a safe and proper manner at all times
• Students may not leave campus without authorization.
• Students may transport other students with a permission note from both parents.
Failure to follow parking policies may result in students having their cars towed at the owner’s expense,
losing their parking privilege (no refund of money), other school discipline, and/or possible involvement of
law enforcement.
Students who are chronically tardy to school or who have continued attendance issues will have their
parking privileges revoked.
Early Release
First time students (excluding those who were expelled for violent offenses and/or expelled for sale and distribution
of drugs) who have good attendance, good behavior, and good academic performance can be rewarded by being
released early back to their home school. A review panel will consider each of these students based on the grade
level of the student. The review panel will consist of the principal, counselor and Special Education coordinator.
Middle school students can be considered after they have completed at least a nine weeks of study and high school
students may be considered after completing a minimum of a complete semester.
Visitors
We encourage visitors to the GOAL Program. Due to the nature of our program, visits to the classrooms cannot be
permitted without prior approval of the principal. Please refer to the district section on visitors, found on page
D27.12
Carroll County Schools
Middle School/High School
Student Handbook
2021 - 2022
Carroll County Schools
164 Independence Drive
Carrollton, GA 30116
770.832.3568
carrollcountyschools.com D113 Carroll County Schools 2021 - 22 Calendar July 28 -30 Pre Planning/Professional Learning for Staff August 2 Pre-planning/Professional Learning for Staff August 3 First Day of School September 6 Labor Day Holiday September 8 Mid‐Term Reports for First Nine Weeks Go Home October 7 End First Nine Weeks Grading Period October 8 Professional Learning Day October 11 - 15 Fall Holiday October 19 Report Cards for First Nine Weeks Go Home November 12 Mid‐Term Reports for Second Nine Weeks Go Home November 22-26 Thanksgiving Holiday December 17 End Second Nine Weeks Grading Period/End of Semester December 20–31 Christmas Holiday January 3 Teacher Work Day January 4 First Day of Second Semester January 6 Report Cards for First Semester Go Home January 17 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday February 3 Mid‐Term Reports for Third Nine Weeks Go Home February 14 - 18 Winter Break (Possible Inclement Weather Day) March 10 End Third Nine Weeks Grading Period March 11 Professional Learning Day (Possible Inclement Weather Day) March 16 Report Cards for Third Nine Weeks Go Home April 4 - 8 Spring Break April 20 Mid‐Terms Reports for Fourth Nine Weeks Go Home May 27 Last Day of School - End Fourth Nine Weeks Period/End of Semester May 30 Memorial Day Holiday May 31 – June 1 Post planning June 2 - 3 Possible Staff Inclement Weather Make-up Days
14
Carroll County
Schools
Middle School/High School
Student Handbook
2021 - 2022
Carroll County Schools
164 Independence Drive
Carrollton, GA 30116
770.832.356815
carrollcountyschools.com
D1
Carroll County Schools 2021 - 22 Calendar
Approved February 13, 2020
July 28 -30 Preplanning/Professional Learning for Staff
August 2 Preplanning/Professional Learning for Staff
August 3 First Day of School
September 6 Labor Day Holiday
September 8 Mid‐Term Reports for First Nine
Weeks Go Home October 7 End First Nine Weeks
Grading Period
October 8 Professional Learning Day
October 11 - 15 Fall Holiday
October 19 Report Cards for First Nine Weeks Go Home
November 12 Mid‐Term Reports for Second Nine
Weeks Go Home November 22 - 26 Thanksgiving
Holiday
December 17 End Second Nine Weeks Grading Period/End
of Semester December 20–31 Christmas Holiday
January 3 Teacher Work Day
January 4 First Day of Second Semester
January 6 Report Cards for First Semester Go Home
January 17 Martin Luther King Holiday
February 3 Mid‐Term Reports for Third Nine Weeks
Go Home February 14 - 18 Winter Break (Possible
Inclement Weather Day) March 10 End Third Nine
Weeks Grading Period
March 11 Professional Learning Day (Possible Inclement
Weather Day) March 16 Report Cards for Third Nine Weeks
Go Home April 4 - 8 Spring Break
April 20 Mid‐Terms Reports for Fourth Nine Weeks Go Home May 2716
Last Day of School - End Fourth Nine Weeks Period/End of Semester
May 30 Memorial Day Holiday
May 31 – June 1 Post planning
June 2 - 3 Possible Staff Inclement Weather Make-up Days
D2
FOREWORD
The purpose of the Carroll County School System is to provide a premier
education in a safe and secure environment. To ensure the welfare and safety of
all students who attend the schools within the district and to help create a premier
learning experience, the school system offers students and parents the policies,
regulations and guidelines contained in this handbook. Students are expected at
all times to conduct themselves in a manner that facilitates an optimum learning
environment for themselves and others.
We expect students to:
● Respect each other
● Respect school district employees
● Obey Student Code of Conduct set forward in this handbook
● Obey rules established by individual schools
Parents/guardians are encouraged to become familiar with the guidelines contained
in this handbook and to be supportive of it in their daily communication with their
children and others in the community. We ask your cooperation in sharing the
responsibility for maintaining a proper learning environment.
Students are expected to participate fully in the learning process. Students need
to report to school and class on time, attend all regularly scheduled classes,
remain in class until excused or dismissed, pay attention to instruction, complete
assignments to the best of their ability, and ask for help when needed. Students
should avoid behavior that impairs their own or other students’ educational
achievement. Students should take care of books, instructional materials,
technology and cooperate with others.
Students should show respect for the knowledge and authority of teachers,
administrators, and other school employees. Students must obey reasonable
directions, use acceptable and courteous language, and follow school rules
and procedures.
ACCIDENT INSURANCE
Accident insurance can be purchased for students. Coverage is the option of the
parent or guardian and all claims are filed directly with the insurance company.
Information about purchasing student accident insurance can be obtained directly
from the school.
In the event of an accident or illness, the student will receive emergency
treatment deemed necessary and the parent or guardian will be responsible for
any costs incurred.
URL: http://www.kandkinsurance.com/sites/K12Voluntary/Pages/Home.aspx17
ACCREDITATION
The Carroll County School System is accredited by Cognia and the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School
Improvement (SACS CASI).
ATTENDANCE PROTOCOL (O.C.G.A. 20-2-690.2)
(REF: BOARD POLICY: JB, BOARD REGULATION: JB-R(1)
Research shows that attendance is an important factor in the academic success
of students. To promote attendance the Carroll County School System has
partnered with Carrollton City Schools and other local support agencies to
establish a Student Attendance Protocol for our community. The purpose of the
Attendance Protocol is to improve student attendance through the utilization of
targeted strategies and interventions. The Attendance Protocol works in
conjunction with the Compulsory Education Law
D3
(O.C.G.A. 20-2-690.1) which requires that every parent/guardian or other
person who has control of any child between the ages of 6 and 16 shall enroll
and send such child to school. All children enrolled for 20 calendar days or
more in the public schools of this state prior to their seventh birthday shall
become subject to the provisions of the compulsory school attendance law. The
school year is defined by the Carroll County Schools Instructional Calendar.
Each student and parent is required to sign-off that they understand the
requirements of the full Student Protocol and Compulsory Attendance document
which is displayed on each school's web-site. If you are unable to access the
protocol on the web-site, the school will provide a hard copy of the protocol for
your convenience. Any questions regarding student attendance, tardies and early
check outs should be directed to school administration.
Full Day Attendance
Students are expected to be in attendance for the full school day. Students who
check-in late or check out early should submit a written note from their
parent/guardian explaining their absence. Disciplinary action may be taken
against students not in attendance for the full school day for reasons that cannot
be excused.
Student Absences
Whenever students are absent, for any reason, their parent/guardian must send a
signed and dated written explanation of the absence to their child’s school no
later than the third day following the student’s return to school after their
absence. After (5) personal notes written by the parent/guardian for excused
absences, the school administration may request appropriate medical
documentation upon return to school for the purpose of validating the absences.
Carroll County Schools will implement a common sense approach to make
in-person and on-campus instruction as safe as possible for everyone. All
students will be randomly screened for illness and any student having
COVID-19 symptoms or a temperature of 100.4 and above will be isolated
immediately and sent home.18
Students are not expected to attend school if they are experiencing symptoms of
COVID-19 or have been recently diagnosed with COVID-19. Students are
expected to return to school in accordance with their healthcare provider's
instructions or when they are symptom-free for three days. If a student tests
positive for COVID-19 but has no symptoms, he/she can return to school 10
days after a positive test. Excused Absences
As permitted under the state law and State Board of Education policies,
students may be excused lawfully for the following reasons:
● personal illness,
● death in immediate family,
● recognized religious holiday,
● instances in which attendance could be hazardous as determined by Carroll
County School System, ● a court order,
● absence to vote in an election,
● conditions rendering attendance impossible or hazardous to student health or
safety, ● up to five (5) days excused absences per year to students where
parents are in the military and are being deployed or are on leave,
● and any other absence not explicitly defined here but deemed by the local school
board of education to have merit based on circumstances. **Local boards of
education shall count students present when they are serving as pages of the
Georgia General Assembly as set forth in O.C.G.A 20-2-692.
D4
Unexcused Absences
Unexcused absences will be subject to attendance investigation and can result in
penalty as imposed by the Compulsory Education Law (O.C.G.A 20-2-690.1) and
Student Attendance Protocol Committee Law (O.C.G.A. 20-2-690.2);
1. Schools will notify by first class mail the parents/guardians of students ages
6-16 who have accumulated five (5) unexcused absences per semester and
will include a copy of the summary of consequences.
2. Upon a student’s accumulation of eight (8) unexcused absences in the
school year, a referral will be made to the school’s Attendance Team
Committee to set up an attendance meeting at the local school. The
committee will be comprised of the school social worker, teachers,
administrators and parents.
3. School Operations will notify by letter the parents/guardians of students
ages 6-16 who have accumulated ten (10) unexcused absences per
semester and will report violations to the Student Attendance Protocol
Committee to determine if court action will be pursued for formal
intervention.
4. State law requires an unemancipated minor over sixteen (16) years of
age must have written permission from his or her parent/guardian
prior to withdrawing from school.
Pre-arranged absence - A written request made by the parents to the principal
requesting permission for their child to be absent from school in order to take an19
educational related trip. A Pre-arranged Absence Form must be completed and
approved three (3) days prior to being absent. Approval does not make the
absence excused.
Reporting Students with Unexcused Absences (O.C.G.A. 20-2-701)
Consequences for Unexcused Absences
1. Any parent/guardian, or other person who has control of any child who
on the tenth unexcused day of absence per semester, and after the child’s
school system has notified the parent/ guardian, or other person who has
control of any child, of each day’s absence from school, shall be guilty of a
misdemeanor, and court action may be pursued for formal intervention. 2.
Penalties:
a. Fine - not less than $25 and not greater than $100.00
b. Imprisonment - not to exceed 30 days
c. Community Service or any combination of such penalties, at the discretion of the
court.
Tardiness - Students are expected to arrive at school on time. Students who are
tardy for school must go to the school office to sign-in before going to class.
Schools will notify by the letter parents/ guardians of students ages 6-16 who
have accumulated five (5) unexcused tardies per semester.
Teenage & Adult Driver Responsibility Act (TAADRA) - Schools will certify
that a student is enrolled in and not under expulsion from a public or private
school to be eligible for a driver’s license or learner’s permit. Schools will use a
new Certificate of School Enrollment form to certify that a student is eligible for
a driver’s license or learner’s permit. A student who intends to get their learner’s
permit or driver’s license over the summer months must request a Certificate of
School Enrollment from their school administration prior to the end of May. An
administrative charge for notarizing this certificate may be charged by the
school.
D5
BUS RULES
The School Bus is an extension of the school and classroom. The bus driver is
in charge of safety and student behavior. All students must comply with the bus
driver, as well as the following rules to help make every student’s bus ride safe
and orderly. All school and district policies apply in addition to the rules listed
below:
1. No adults or students are permitted to board the bus without prior authorization
from the school system. This is a crime and can lead to legal charges.
2. Students must be respectful to the bus drivers/monitors at all times.
3. Students shall be at their assigned bus stop 5 minutes before the bus arrives,
waiting in the assigned place, clear of traffic and at least 12 feet from the
roadway.20
4. Students will go directly to an assigned seat when entering the bus. Keep the
aisles and exits clear. 5. When loading, students will cross the roadway in front
of the bus after:
1) The bus has stopped,
2) The student has looked at the bus driver for a “proceed
with caution” hand signal, 3) The student has looked in both
directions for traffic; left, right, left.
6. When getting off the bus:
1) Students shall stay seated until the door opens,
2) Students shall stop on the bottom step of the bus to look left &
right before proceeding, 3) Wait for driver to give a "proceed with
caution" signal,
4) Maintain eye contact with the bus driver while crossing the road in full
view of the driver, and 5) Stop at the centerline of the road to look left &
right before continuing to cross. 6) Students must refrain from retrieving
items from their mailbox until the bus leaves.
7. Students will be silent at railroad crossings until the bus crosses the tracks
completely. 8. The bus driver has the authority to assign seats at his or her
discretion. Students must remain seated (back-to-back, bottom-to-bottom) unless
otherwise instructed by the bus driver. Talk quietly; unnecessary noise is
prohibited.
9. Use of an electronic device is prohibited while loading or unloading the bus.
When the bus is moving, headphones must be used with any electronic device.
10. Emergency doors, windows, & hatches may be opened only at the direction of
the bus driver. Students must keep all body parts inside the bus. Mirrors, lasers,
flashing lights, flash cameras, or any other lights or reflective surfaces that
might interfere with the operation of the bus are prohibited. Students must
refrain from throwing objects on, in, out of, or at the bus.
11. Objectionable and/or dangerous items are prohibited. This includes but is not
limited to glass items or anything that cannot fit on a student’s lap. (e.g. sporting
equipment, band instruments, etc.) 12. Students will be permitted to board /exit the
bus only at their assigned stop. Only in the event of an emergency, as determined
by the principal or his/her designee, will a student be allowed to ride a different
bus. Students may not be dropped off or picked up at a place of business. 13.
Students may not eat, drink, or chew gum on the bus. Exceptions may be made on
a case-by-case as determined by the bus driver or school administration.
14. Students in grades PreK - 3 must be received at the bus stop by a designated
person documented in Infinite Campus.
* Parents are asked to sign up for NOTIFY ME on the county website under the
Transportation tab for possible updates on bus routes.
www.carrollcountyschools.com
D6
CLOSING OF SCHOOL
When it is necessary to close schools because of weather or other reasons the Carroll
County School System will notify students and parents by automated call outs, social
media posts and by notifying media outlets as early as possible. The numbers used for the
automated calls are pulled from the district’s student information system, Infinite Campus.21
It is the parent’s responsibility to keep the most current information in Infinite Campus.
Parents may edit their contact information using the Parent Portal. The Carroll County
School System may activate the school closure distance learning plan.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
All student clubs and organizations must follow guidelines and procedures governing the
creation and operation of such clubs, organizations, and groups in accordance with the
policies of the Carroll County Board of Education. State law requires that
parent/guardians receive information regarding school clubs and organizations, such
information must include the name of the club or organization, mission or purpose, name
of the club’s faculty advisor, and a description of past or planned activities. Your child’s
school will provide this information through the school’s website. On the parent/guardian
signature page, the parent/guardian will have an opportunity to decline permission for his
or her student to participate in a club or organization designated by him or her.
DRUG TESTING OF STUDENTS
(Board Policy: JCABB; Board Regulation: JCABB-R(1)
The Carroll County School System has adopted a Random Drug Testing Policy
(JCABB) for students grades 9 through 12 who participate in the following:
1. All extracurricular activities/programs and clubs that compete in competitions.
2. All students who apply for driving/parking permit pursuant to rule and
regulations as set forth in the Student Handbook.
The company will randomly draw students each month to be tested. These
students will be called to the front office and tested immediately.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The Carroll County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age,
race, sex, color, national origin, disability or gender in its educational
programs, activities or employment practices.
Nondiscrimination Notice Regarding Sports
State law prohibits discrimination based on gender in athletic programs of local
school systems (Equity in Sports Act, O.C.G.A. § 20-2-315). Students are hereby
notified that the Carroll County School System does not discriminate on the basis of
gender in its athletic programs.
Reporting of Discrimination or Harassment
Any student, employee, applicant for employment, parent or other individual who
believes he or she has been subjected to harassment or discrimination by any student or
employee of the school district based upon any of the factors previously listed should
promptly report the same to the principal of the school or the appropriate coordinator
as listed below. The principal or appropriate coordinator will implement the board’s
discriminatory complaints or harassment procedures. Students may also report
harassment or discrimination to their school counselor. Students and employees will
not be subjected to retaliation for reporting such harassment or discrimination.
Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Student Services
• Section 504 and ADA (employees)
Assistant Superintendent of School Performance
• Section 504 (students)
Assistant Superintendent of Administrative and Support Services
• Gender Equity in SportsYou can also read
