MURRAY MIDDLE
SCHOOL
STUDENT-PARENT
HANDBOOK
2007-2008
4400 S.E. Murray Street
Stuart, FL 34997
Tel. #(772) 219-1670
Fax # (772) 219-1677
Kit Weir, Principal
Vicki Barrett, Assistant Principal – Curriculum
Tami DeJames, Assistant Principal – Student Services
SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS
Dr. David Anderson– Chairperson
Sue Hershey-Vice Chairperson
Laurie Gaylord
Nancy Kline
Lorie Shekailo
Dr. Sara Wilcox, Superintendent of Martin County Schools
Henry A. Salzler, Assistant Superintendent
VISION STATEMENT
“MURRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL
EMPOWERS
ALL STUDENTS
TO ACHIEVE
PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY,
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
&
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY”
STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
Murray Middle School will have a child-orientated program, which will address the physical, intellectual, social and affective needs of the early adolescent learner. The school will provide a challenging curriculum, which will be sensitive to the individual needs of the middle school child in achieving his/her potential.
Murray Middle School will provide an educational program, which will stress high academic expectations and maximize learning by allowing all children the opportunity to experience success. The school will maintain a positive and secure environment, which will be fostered by the supportive relationship among students, parents, and staff in working toward common goals.
This school will provide an articulation program that will result in the orderly passage, both academically and developmentally, of students entering Murray Middle School from our feeder schools until their departure to our high schools.
The staff will be specifically trained for, and dedicated to, the education of the middle school child. The wide range of academic, behavioral, and cultural differences will be given special attention.
The school will stress the importance of self-concept in the curriculum and will focus on the affective needs of the adolescent’s development. The school will provide a positive climate so those students will grow and learn in a healthy environment.
The school’s curriculum will be academically strong. It will provide factual information, skill development, and activities designed to help middle school students become self-directed learners and gain a more in-depth knowledge of themselves. The curriculum will offer opportunities for students to explore pre-vocational and special interest areas. The school will emphasize the use of technology for all students. It will be the school’s responsibility to provide access to needed technology in order to prepare students for their future.
Our goal is to provide an educational program, which will prepare the adolescent of today for the demands of the 21st Century. This program will encourage each individual to become a productive, competent, responsible, ethical, and fulfilled adult. By developing self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-discipline, our students will achieve both academically and socially.
DIRECTORY OF SERVICES
Who to Call for What at MMS
Kit Weir, Principal – Principal –
BOTH ACADEMIC AND DISCIPLINE CONCERNS
Vicki Barrett, Assistant Principal - Curriculum
CURRICULUM CONCERNS/SCHEDULING/COURSE OFFERINCS/SUMMER SCHOOL
Tami DeJames, Assistant Principal - Student Services
DISCIPLINE/ TRANSPORTATION/ SAFETY/ FACILITIES/ ATHLETICS
David Axton, Director of Student Affairs
DISCIPLINE/ AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES/ LOST & FOUND
Annie Galland, Guidance Counselor
STUDENTS – (A – L) - REGISTRATION
Maura Mason, Guidance Counselor
STUDENTS – (M – Z) - REGISTRATION
Scott Marcum, School Resource Officer
LIAISON OFFICER TO THE SHERIFF/ THEFT/ CHILD ABUSE
Karolyn Bair, Confidential Secretary to Principal
STUDENT RECORDS
CLERICAL AND SECRETARIAL DUTIES AND CONCERNS/APPOINTMENTS FOR PRINCIPAL
Nancy Tucker, Bookkeeper
BOOKKEEPING/SUMMERSCHOOL/LOST/DAMAGED TEXTBOOK FEES.
Eileen Durbin, Data Entry
DATA ENTRY/WITHDRAWLS/STUDENT ADDRESS CHANGES
Dorothy Phillips, Health Assistant
ACCIDENT REPORTS/ CLINIC/ MEDICATION CONCERNS/ STUDENT SERVICES
Tara Simmons, Guidance Secretary
ATTENDANCE CONCERNS/PINNACLE
GUIDANCE APPOINTMENTS
Patty DePalmo, Cafeteria Manager
LUNCH CONCERNS/FREE/REDUCED LUNCH APPLICATIONS
Linda Parsons, Assistant Secretary/Front Office
EARLY RELEASE FROM SCHOOL/ “WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS”
ADDRESS/TELEPHONE NUMBER CHANGE
Report any change of residence or home/work telephone numbers during the school year immediately to Student Services. It is important for the school to have this up-to-date information.
ATTENDANCE
Parents are requested to call the school and notify the Guidance Secretary when their child will be absent from school. It is requested that this be done before 9:00 A.M. Upon the student’s return, a written excuse is to be presented to the Guidance Secretary. The student will be issued an attendance pass. The pass must be shown to every teacher in order for the student to make up class work.
The Florida Compulsory Attendance Law states that a student must attend school until he/she is 16 years of age.
A student must attend 90% of the days of each class in order to receive credit for the semester. Absences must not exceed nine (9) days in each class per semester.
ATTENDANCE-TARDY PROCEDURES FOR THE BEGINNING OF THE SCHOOL DAY
Students who are tardy must be signed in by a parent or guardian or bring a note stating the reason tardiness when they enter school. The fourth unexcused tardy to school will result in disciplinary action.
The faculty and administration of Murray Middle School are concerned about your academic achievements as well as your safety. Arriving on time for class is essential to your academic success. For your safety, we provide maximum supervision during class changes and other breaks in the class schedule. We do not wish to compromise student safety when students arrive late to class. The following Tardy Policy will be in effect:
Students will be considered on time for class if their entire body is in the classroom when the bell rings.
Teachers will admit all students with or without a pass and appropriately record the student’s arrival on Pinnacle.
Students arriving late without a pass will automatically be marked tardy; students with valid issues may attempt to clear up the issues on their own time.
Teachers agree NOT to hold students after the bell.
v FIRST OFFENSE – TARDY CITATION REQUIRING PARENT SIGNATURE
v SECOND OFFENSE – REFERRAL RESULTING IN ASD. PARENT PHONE CALL
BY STUDENT SERVICES.*
v THIRD OFFENSE – REFERRAL RESULTING IN ISS. PARENT PHONE CALL BY STUDENT SERVICES *
v NOTE: More than two (2) After School Detentions or In School Suspensions will result in student ineligibility to participate in incentive trips.
ABSENCES
PHYSICIAN/MEDICAL PROVIDER CERTIFICATION
A physician or other licensed medical provider’s certification is required in the event that a student is absent due to illness, injury or other medical or physical condition for three or more consecutive school days or nine cumulative days within any ninety calendar day period. The physician or other licensed medical provider’s certification must be provided to the school by no later than the tenth school day after return of the student. Failure to timely provide the written certification will result in the absence being considered unexcused.
Students need to be aware that because of in-school activities, field trips and visits to the school nurse the number of absences may vary from class to class. Students are reminded that voluntary participation in school activities that takes them away from their classes will be counted as excused absences. This includes participation in athletic events, cultural events, practices and rehearsals and fund-raising activities.
A student must attend school the day of a scheduled extra-curricular activity in which he/she may be participating. If the activity occurs on the weekend, the student must attend school the Friday prior to the activity.
The parent should not request homework unless the student will be out MORE THAN THREE DAYS.
Teachers must be allowed twenty-four hours (24) hours to prepare work.
“One day for each absence is allowed for make up work of class work missed.” (School Board Policy) When the student has not been absent, one-day late homework signed by a parent will be accepted with the discretion of the teacher. It is up to the student to request work missed during absence. It is not the teacher’s responsibility.
In the event that a student must leave school with a parent, it is requested that the parents call Ms. Parsons, Assistant Secretary/Front Office and notify school officials in advance of the requested dismissal time. A photo ID must be presented prior to dismissal. The person picking up the student must be on the student’s orange card and yellow card. A written note is also required for the school’s record.
LEAVING CAMPUS
Students are not allowed to leave campus without permission.
AWARDS - PRESIDENTIAL ACADEMIC FITNESS
Murray Middle School recognizes a student’s academic excellence through participation in the Presidential Academic Fitness Awards Program. This is sponsored by the United States Department of Education.
Awards are given to eighth graders who meet national PAFA criteria. The criteria includes a grade point average of 3.7 and a standardized achievement test battery score at the 85th percentile for all years in middle school in verbal and mathematical areas. Award winners receive a certificate signed by the President of the United States and the Secretary of Education.
AWARDS - EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
This award is presented to eighth graders who have shown academic success by overcoming educational obstacles.
BACKPACKS
Only clear or mesh backpacks will be allowed. Backpacks may be purchased in the front office for $12.00 from Mrs. Tucker, Bookkeeper.
BICYCLES
Bicycles must be parked in the racks provided. Students leaving the school campus on bicycles must come to a complete stop as they enter Murray Street. All bicycles should be provided with locks. The school is not responsible for damage or theft while bicycles are parked in the racks. The law requires students to wear bike helmets.
BUYING OR SELLING
Buying or selling any items without prior principal approval will result in disciplinary action.
Students enrolling in school are to secure bus information from the Registrar’s Office.
To be eligible for school bus transportation, a student must live a distance of two miles or more from school by the most direct route possible.
Students must get on and off the bus at their assigned bus stop. Students must ride their assigned bus only!
Students departing from a regular manner of going home must be approved in the front office. A parent note must be sent before approval will be given.
Walkers and bike riders must use 46th Avenue only for entering and exiting campus.
Students are not permitted to ride or drive any motorized vehicles to Murray Middle School.
Skateboards, roller blades, and wheelies, are not permitted on the Murray Middle School campus.
BUS PASS
Due to overcrowded busses there will be no bus passes issued during the 2007-2008 school year
BUS/TRANSPORTATION RESPONSIBILITIES AND SAFETY RULES
The responsibilities of students transported by Martin County School District shall be as follows:
v To be at the bus stop with time to spare
v To comply with all rules of student conduct at the bus stop
v To keep off the road while waiting for the bus
v To board bus single file, courteously
v Be seated quickly in assigned seats
v To wear seat belts, if applicable
v To keep the aisle and doorway clear of all obstacles; no hazardous or unauthorized items are permitted; band instruments must be kept in assigned area.
v To keep hands and arms inside the bus; no objects may be thrown at anytimev To refrain from eating or drinking while riding the bus
v To exit only through front door, except in emergency
v To observe classroom conduct, quiet talking allowed
v To be absolutely quiet when dome lights are on; (Railroad crossings, emergencies)
v To cross highway in front of the bus; (Cross highways after thoroughly checking 10 feet in front of the bus. On four-lane highway that has a median strip, only traffic behind the bus is required to stop. Children should cross the median with extreme care)
v To respect the drivers and their instructions
v To report all hazardous conditions to the bus driver or principal.
v No objects may be thrown out of bus windows
Bus referral slips must be signed by the principal or the principal’s designee before a student may resume riding the bus.
BUS INFORMATION – ACTIVITY BUS - DEPARTURE TIME: 5:15 PM
Only students who are actively participating in after school activities are eligible to ride the activity bus.
BUS STOPS:
1. SE MANATEE COVE ROAD @ SE HORSESHOE PT. ROAD
2. SE FEDERAL HIGHWAY @ LIMETREE (HIBISCUS PARK ENTRANCE)
3. SE FEDERAL HIGHWAY @ SE LILLIAN COURT (200 FT PASS LIGHT)
4. SE FEDERAL HIGHWAY @ SE PARKWOOD DRIVE
5. SE FEDERAL HIGHWAY @ MARINA VILLAGE ENTRANCE
6. SE FEDERAL HIGHWAY @ SE SEABRANCH BLVD.
7. SE FEDERAL HIGHWAY @ SE POINCIANA LANE
8. SE HOBE TERRACE @ PARKWAY DRIVE
9. SE SANDY LANE @ SE HOBE TERRACE
10. A1A DIXIE HIGHWAY @ CROSSRIP STREET
11. A1A DIXIE HIGHWAY @ SE KINGSWAY STREET
12. A1A DIXIE HIGHWAY @ SE HIGHPOINT WAY
13. SE WASHINGTON STEET @A1A DIXIE HIGHWAY
14. A1A DIXIE HIGHWAY @ SE CHURCH STREET
15. 11497 SE LARES AVE @ BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
16. HOBE SOUND ES ACC
17. SE BRIDGE ROAD @ SE HERCULES
18. SE NEPTUNE ST. @ SE FEDERAL HWY
19. US #1 HOBE HILLS (HOBE HILLS)
20. COUNTY LINE ROAD @ 711 STORE
END OF ROUTE
CAR PICK UP PROCEDURES
PLEASE FOLLOW THESE RULES TO MAKE THE CAR LINE SAFER AND MOVE QUICKLY:
v Use the CAR LINE ONLY for child pickup.
v STOP IN THE LOADING ZONE UNTIL ALL STUDENTS HAVE LOADED SAFELY (we will load 10 cars).
v BE OBSERVANT OF ALL CHILDREN IN THE LOADING ZONE
v NEVER ASK YOUR CHILD TO CROSS THE ROAD OR PARKING LOT TO MEET YOU.
v NEVER park in the teacher’s parking lot.
v RE-ENTER THE CAR LINE if your child is not ready.
CAFETERIA
Our cafeteria provides the student body with nutritious, balanced meals and/or snacks. Food and drinks may not be taken from the cafeteria.
Each student has the responsibility to take his/her tray; plate, carton and garbage to the proper containers and to leave the space clean for the next person. Students are expected to cooperate with the teacher on duty and to refrain from breaking in line. Students may enter the cafeteria to purchase food only during their scheduled lunch period. Students who bring lunch (snacks, food, liquids) from home are required to consume these only in the cafeteria area. Students will be assigned seats. Students will sit in seats which they will choose during 1ST lunch base. They will stay in that seat for the entire year.
INAPPROPRIATE CAFETERIA CONDUCT will result in a discipline referral.
This referral may restrict:
Lunch location
School activities
Or be treated as a normal misconduct referral
On Monday morning before first period, students may pay for lunches for the week in the cafeteria. Parents should mark the bottom of a personal check “LUNCHES” ALONG WITH THEIR CHILD’S NAME.
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT LUNCH 1.75 per lunch
SUPER COMBO 2.50
ADULT LUNCHES 2.50 per lunch
MILK / JUICE .35/.25
ICE CREAM .75 OR 2.25
PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE!
Information on free or reduced lunches is available at the front desk. Parents may call the school any time concerning possible free lunches.
CELLPHONES/TELEPHONES
An emergency phone is provided n the Student Services office. You must get permission to use the telephone. The Student Conduct & Discipline Code allows for the possession of cellular telephones; however, when the cellular telephone disrupts the educational process, or the cellular telephone is used on a school campus during school hours, or the cellular phone is used while a student is being transported on a school district owned vehicle, then it would be a violation of the Student Conduct & Discipline Code. For the purpose of this code “use” is defined as permitting the device to be in plain sight during the prohibited times and in the locations described above.
NOTICE: “When it is determined that use has occurred in violation of this policy, then the device will be confiscated and returned to the parent upon their request. Use of wireless communication device in violation of this policy includes the possibility of the imposition of disciplinary action by the school or criminal penalties if the device is used in a criminal act. “
CLUBS, SPORTS AND SOCIAL FUNCTIONS
Any student who is a member of a club or a participant in intramural/interscholastic sports must maintain an overall 2.0 average the proceeding marking period. For disciplinary reasons, the school administration may also not allow a student to participate in clubs, field trips, athletics, or social functions. Students with outstanding fees such as lost/damaged text books or media fees may not participate in special school events or incentive trips.
The following is a list of clubs in which students may choose to participate. Grade level requirements are:
BUILDER’S CLUB (6, 7, 8) ROBOTICS CLUB
DANCE CORPS/STEPPERS (6, 7, 8) WEED WHACKERS
TECHNOLOGY CLUB (6, 7, 8) HOMEWORK CLUB
STUDENT COUNCIL (6, 7, 8) NEWSPAPER STAFF
NEWSPAPER
ART CLUB (6, 7, 8)
SCIENCE CLUB c (6, 7, 8)
CHEERLEADERS ( 7, 8)
JR. SQUAD (6)
NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY* (7, 8)
YEARBOOK (7, 8)
Must meet membership requirements
Academic Games Competition is offered to students of all grades in the following subject areas:
LANGUAGE ARTS
MATHEMATICS
SOCIAL STUDIES
Interscholastic athletic competition is offered to:
BOYS’ BASKETBALL (6, 7, 8)
GIRLS’ BASKETBALL (6, 7, 8)
SOCCER (co-ed) (6, 7, 8)
GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL (6, 7, 8)
Murray Middle School participates in extra-curricular athletics as a member of the Florida High School Activities Association.
Murray Middle School offers the opportunity for participation in a variety of interscholastic sports programs. All student and athletes must meet the eligibility requirements of Martin County School Board, The Florida High School Activities Association and Murray Middle School. Prior to one’s participation, he/she must be ruled eligible by the principal. The following information and documents are required:
Legal resident affidavit. Valid birth certificate with state seal.
Complete school records. A minimum of 5 credits earned the previous school year.
A current physical
GRADE POINT AVERAGE
The student must have earned 5 credits the previous school year including summer school and maintain a 2.0 GPA for the year (not weighted).
The student must maintain a passing grade in five subjects and have a 2.0 GPA for each 9-week grading period to remain eligible.
A student must be classified by the FHSAA criteria to finalize this eligibility. A student should check with his/her coach for assistance in meeting the eligibility requirements.
INTRAMURAL SPORTS – The following sports will be provided if funds are available:
BOYS’/GIRLS’ BASKETBALL (6, 7, 8)
BOYS’/GIRLS’ SOFTBALL (6, 7, 8)
GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL (6, 7, 8)
GIRLS’/BOYS’ SOCCER (6, 7, 8)
COURSE/CLASS REQUIREMENTS
The State Department of Education determines course offerings.
Students may expect to receive the following from each teacher:
Course description
Course objectives
Course grading/evaluation procedures
Textbooks and supplemental materials
Each course is designed with specific criteria for meeting the course objectives.
In case of semester courses, a semester equals one daily period five times per week for eighteen weeks.
GRADING SYSTEM
A = 100 - 90
B = 89 - 80
C = 79 - 70
D = 69 - 60
F = 59 and below
Interim reports are issued to each student during the fifth week of each grading period. These dates are printed on the school calendar.
DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES
Murray Middle School’s primary concern is the welfare and education of our students, therefore, our discipline policy is strictly enforced.
A student is considered tardy if he/she is not present in the classroom when the tardy bell has sounded. A student who is tardy to class must be marked unexcused unless accompanied by a pass. Repeated tardies will result in further disciplinary actions.
LUNCH DETAIL
Students who are assigned to lunch detail will assist in cleaning the lunchroom at the end of their lunch period.
LUNCH DETENTION
A student may be placed in lunch detention. Such detention will take place on the assigned date and students will eat in Student Services or ISS.
AFTER SCHOOL DETENTION
Students assigned to After School Detention will report to Student Services at 4:00 P.M. and will be released at 5:00 P.M. Transportation is to be provided by the parents.
Any infraction of the above detention rules may result in dismissal from detention and an automatic
In-school suspension or out-of–school suspension.
IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION
A student may be placed in this suspension classroom with a certified teacher. Such suspension will take place on the assigned date(s). Bathroom privileges will be monitored and lunch supervised. Students assigned to In-School Suspension may not participate in or attend extra-curricular activities during suspension. Academic work will be assigned to each student pending In-School Suspension. Partial day suspension will result in ISS assigned work. Full day suspension will result in teacher assigned work.
OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSION
Out-of-school suspension may be given when other corrective measures have been used without success or if the infraction is of a serious nature.
EXPULSION
If a student is found to be involved in an illegal activity, the following action/actions will take place. This list is not a sequential order. Any or all of these actions may be taken at any given time depending on the severity of the offense:
Suspension, not to exceed ten days.
Referral to law enforcement official.
Recommendation for assignment to alternate school programs.
Recommendation for expulsion.
In accordance with District Policies, any student threatening to cause death or great bodily harm to others within the school may be suspended and recommended for expulsion.
Expulsion means that a student may be excluded from the entire Martin County School System. Florida statues permit the expulsion of a student for a period of time and under conditions set by the local school board. This time may be for the remainder of the school term, summer session, and/or up to one additional year. The main goal in school is receiving an education. Any person preventing another, or himself, from reaching this goal is going to be disciplined. Like your home, there are authorities. At school, these adults have made it their business to learn about people and the subjects they teach. Their main goal is student welfare and education. They care enough to keep after you so everyone will make it. If your teachers are not all alike as far as regards, punishment, discipline, etc., you’ve learned a valuable fact of life. Teachers are not all alike and neither are the many people with whom you will come in contact now or later in life. You will have to learn to adjust to a variety of demands from a variety of personalities. There are certain actions or behaviors, which will not be tolerated at school in order that we may protect your right to an education without interference:
Profane, obscene or abusive language/gestures
Fighting, taunting or physical/verbal abuse
Disrespect to a staff member
Damage to school or private property
Stealing or extortion
Disruptive behavior on the school campus or school bus
Use, possession or selling of narcotic substances/alcohol
Possession/use of tobacco product, matches and lighterS
Bringing weapons or explosives of any kind to school or their facsimile
Possession of electronic devices such as a beeper, pager, cellular phone, etc.
Wearing extreme styles of clothing which are disruptive to the learning environment
Leaving school grounds or assigned instructional area without permission
Skipping class or school
Willful disobedience
Gambling
Sexual Harassment
Proper behavior is your responsibility. Teachers have the responsibility of maintaining a conducive learning environment in class for the benefit of all students. When a teacher feels assistance is needed in correcting inappropriate behavior, the teacher may send you to Student Services. If you are sent, you will get a fair hearing and any action taken will be based on facts.
If a student is found in violation of school regulations or involved in prohibited conduct, the following forms of disciplinary action may be taken depending upon the severity or reoccurrence of the violation:
Conference with the student
Parent/student conference
Referral to Student Services
Assignment to Lunch Detention/Detail
Assignment to Student Services Time Out
After School Detention
In-School Suspension
Out-of-School Suspension
Recommendation for Expulsion
A disciplinary hearing with parents will be conducted for a student who has accumulated either 8 days of in school suspension (ISS) or 5 days of out of school suspension (OSS), whichever comes first.
In the event that out-of-school suspension is needed, written notice will be sent to the student’s parents/guardians stating the cause and duration of the suspension. Whenever possible, a phone call will be made to the parent/guardian notifying them of the suspension.
Suspended students may not participate in or attend extra-curricular activities during their suspension or allowed on campus.
DRESS CODE
At Murray Middle School we want to encourage our students to be the best they can be! We are requiring students in all grades to “Dress for Success” for the 2007 – 2008 school year. In addition to the Martin County School Board Dress Code Policy, Murray Middle School’s SAC and Faculty voted that our students will be required to wear collared shirts with sleeves and their pants/shorts/skirts are secured properly at the hip. Items such as jackets/t-shirts over collard shirts are not allowed.
Students are encouraged to take pride in their appearance and to come to school properly groomed and attired. Students are expected to dress within the bounds of propriety and with an emphasis on safety. Compliance with the county’s dress code and adherence to the following is expected. Offenders of MMS Dress Code Policy will be sent to the office and receive immediate consequences.
The following types of clothing are ACCEPTABLE:
1. Shirts must have a collar, short or long sleeves. T-shirts may be worn only under collard shirts. Shirts must be tucked in.
2. Skirts must be fingertip length or longer and worn at the waist. The wearing of leggings does not change this rule
3. Pants, jeans, and slacks must be worn to the top of the hipbone or higher. Pants must be secured and belted at the hip, must not be baggy or oversized and the hem of the pant leg must not drag on the ground.
4. Hoodless, Zip-up, or Button-up jackets or sweatshirts when cold outside or in a classroom.
5. Clothing must be fitted to the student’s size, not too tight, too baggy, or too long.
6. Any other clothing not mentioned above may be suitable if within the bounds of propriety and safety. No clothing should draw undue attention to the body.
The following manner of dress in UNACCEPTABLE:
1. Unreasonable exposure of the body, i.e. no see through tops, sleeveless, cut-off sleeves, tank tops, or spaghetti strap type.
2. Any clothing that is cut-off or unhemmed: any clothing frayed or with holes or slots.
3. Bare midriffs. If skin is exposed when arms are overhead, than the shirt is too short.
4. Backless or strapless tops.
5. Muscle shirts, tube tops, or halter-tops.
6. Hats, caps, headscarves, bandannas, or any other head coverings
7. Sunglasses – unless prescription
8. Exposed undergarments
9. Wallet chains or any other chains (even if used as jewelry)
10. Electronic devices or toys are not permitted. Cell phones are permitted provided they are powered off and are out of sight. They should not be used on campus during school hours or be a classroom disruption. They will be confiscated and returned to parents with a referral. Repeated confiscation will result in suspension.
11. Logos or writings on any clothing or jewelry that promote alcohol, tobacco, or drugs, violent or sexual themes, are gang related or have obscene language. Offensive symbols.
12. Pants or jeans that hang below the waist or stretch pants that are form-fitting.
13. Nose rings, brow rings, tongue rings. No visible piercing (except ears) such as nose, brow, tongue rings.
14. No combs or picks worn in the hair.
15. No dangerous, pointed, sharp, or noisy jewelry or ornaments.
16. Students must comply with dress code underneath jackets or any other outerwear.
17. Dyed hair in distracting colors. Anything that calls undue attention to one student or distracts from the education process is not allowed.
18. No pajamas or slippers may be worn.
19. No body or deodorant sprays allowed on campus.
EMERGENCY DISMISSAL
In case of an emergency, the Superintendent may find it necessary to close one or more schools. This could happen any time during the day for one of the following reasons:
Severe or dangerous weather
Loss of water or electricity
Any generally unsafe condition
When such an emergency occurs, the Superintendent or his/her designee will notify local radio and television stations of the details of an early dismissal. This will include the status of all after school activities.
You as parents must assume the responsibility for providing safe home supervision if such an emergency occurs. The following are suggestions for meeting this situation:
Inform your child/children what to do if they are sent home early.
Have a neighbor watch the children until you can get home.
Establish a neighborhood phone network when school is dismissed early.
Develop an individual network to use when you hear the news.
Early dismissals will occur only after careful consideration of the impact to the community and the health and welfare of our students.
Important telephone numbers/list of radio and television stations for school news:
Bessie Creek Elem. 219-1500 Murray Middle 219-1670
Challenger – ESE 219-1515 Palm City Elem. 219-1565
Crystal Lake Elem. 219-1525 Pinewood 219-1595
Environmental Center 219-1887 Port Salerno Elem. 219-1610
Hidden Oaks Middle 219-1655 Sea Wind Elem. 219-1625
Hobe Sound Elem. 219-1540 South Fork H. S. 219-1840
Indiantown Middle 597-2146 Spectrum 219-1870
J. D. Parker Elem. 219-1580 Stuart Middle 219-1685
Martin County H. S. 219-1800 Warfield Elem. 597-2551
AM Radio FM Radio Television
WSTU 1450 WZZR 92.7 WPTV CH 5
WPEC CH 12
WPBF CH 25
WTVX CH 34
COMCAST CABLE 692-1400
COSTAL WIRELESS CABLE 871-1688
ENROLLING STUDENTS
All students enrolling in our school must first report to the Secretary’s office and complete the proper forms. The following information is required for enrollment:
Birth Verification.
Social Security Number
· Not a requirement (used for student I.D. number or the district will issue an I.D. number
Proof of Immunizations
· Immunization verification of up to date DTP, Polio, and (2)Measles vaccines. 7th and 8th graders are required to have Hepatitis B Series, and Tetanus-Diphtheria Booster.
Proof of Physical Examination
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Within the last year if enrolling from out of state.
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Any year if enrolling from within the state.
Verification of Your Residency
· Utility bill or Lease Agreement.
Previous School Records
· Withdrawal Grades, Last Report Card, National Test Results.
The Registration Forms Completed.
You must be the custodial parent/guardian or must have court awarded custody of the student to register.
School rules will apply for all field trips and student misconduct that relates to or impacts the Martin County School System will result in appropriate disciplinary action.
Students and/or parents should report potential fights or acts of aggression immediately to Student Services so preventative measures can be initiated. When a student engages in a fight, he/she may be suspended out of school for up to ten (10) days. A person who promotes/instigates a fight is also subject to Out-of-School or In-School Suspension. The totality of the circumstances surrounding an altercation will be considered when rendering an equitable punishment.
FLOWER AND BALLOON DELIVERY
Students will not be allowed to bring balloons, flowers, toys etc. to any classroom. We are recommending no deliveries but if a delivery is received it will be held in the front office until the end of the school day. They will not be delivered to the classrooms because it interrupts the learning process.