<> Sponsoring programs for parents and community members on a variety of topics such as early childhood development, literacy, child psychology and proper healthcare throughout the school year. 213 Brooks Street The student attempts to or inflicts or threatens serious bodily injury upon another person while at school, on school premises, or at a school function under the jurisdiction of Rankin County School District or off campus as to create a presumption of unwarranted violent behavior which might constitute a threat to the safety or well being of others. Leave or enter the bus at any place other than their assigned school or assigned bus stop without prior approval from their principal or transportation director. Homeless students may enroll without school, medical, or similar records. No later than sixteen (16) weeks after implementation of the intervention(s), a second review must be conducted to determine whether the intervention(s) is successful. Reliable circumstances, comments from credible sources, or observed student behavior which may place the safety or health of students or school staff at risk or which could result in substantial property damage also shall constitute sufficient reasonas probable cause, for school or police officials to conduct a thorough search of all persons or school property or individual property found on campus. The students level of cooperation and truthfulness with regard to the infraction and with regard to any ancillary investigation of infractions by other students; 8. Procedures to be followed for acts requiring discipline, 3. An accumulation of unexcused absences may be one (1) factor in determining promotion or retention of a student. Users should always use the Internet, network resources, and online sites in a courteous and respectful manner. The decision of the Board of Education shall be final. In the case of unplanned/unforeseen virtual learning, students without access to technology will complete daily assignments toward attendance as noted in State Board Policy and corresponding procedures, provided the students have been identified by the school prior to the asynchronous learning. 2. Students will contact their teachers as a first level of support. Placement can occur at any point during the school year that is deemed appropriate by the principal. This request is called an Opt Out request and may be completed at the school counselors office. Rankin County School District will review and revise policies that providebarriers to homeless students. Cases of student discipline will be heard at the discretion of RCSD by one of the hearing bodies unless the accused elects to waive his rights to a formal hearing: 2. Forwarding personal communication without the authors prior consent. The types of education records and information contained therein which are directly related to students and maintained by the institutions; 2. Home Contact Us Academics Athletics and Activities Directory PTSA About Us Library Calendar Upcoming Events Mar 01 2- Hour Early Release Day: Professional Development All Day Irish American Heritage Month All Day Women's History Month All Day 1986). 10 General School Dress Code Rules 1. Additionally, students will not be dismissed while a district or state test is being administered so that distractions and potential test security violations can be avoided. A fax originating from the appropriate office will be accepted. The school district will involve the parents of children served in Title I, Part A schools in decisions about how the one (1) percent of Title I, Part A funds reserved for parental engagement is spent, and will ensure that not less than 90 percent of the one (1) percent reserved goes directly to the schools, with priority given to high-need schools. Please visit the Northwest Family Center and Food Pantry on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30-3:30. A check should be requested to be mailed to the school in the name of the school and not to an individual. Todos los estudiantes podrn usar aretes/pantallas razonables fuera del gimnasio. The presence of the drug or alcohol on the student, detectable by the senses, such as the smell of marijuana or alcohol; 6. Fx . School district personnel will adhere to district policies and procedures regarding giving medicine at school. The program shall be governed by the rules and regulations of the Mississippi High School Activities Association, Inc. All participants in student athletics must participate in an insurance plan by purchasing a policy in the amount required, depending on grade level, or have parents sign an affidavit stating that they have adequate coverage of their own for the child. Prior to the decision to administer corporal punishment, the student shall be informed of the misconduct charged against him. Any such monies shall be receipted into the schools activity fund and deposited in that bank account. Should it become necessary to close any or all of the schools by reason of weather or other emergency condition, the superintendent will notify principals and the media prior to 6:00 a.m. if possible. The administrative staff member must determine that the circumstances constitute reasonable suspicion of drug and/or alcohol use before a student can be requested to take a drug or alcohol test under these provisions. The list is not all inclusive.). Uniforms could make this problem irrelevant. Designating a Parent/School Liaison at each school site to encourage and support parent engagement activities. The Board, recognizing the fact that student misconduct can jeopardize the safety of others, does hereby adopt the following procedures relative to student discipline for school bus transportation services: 1. Sagging is not allowed. In the event that number grades are not sent from a prior school and verification is present that efforts have been made to secure the number grades and these efforts have been unsuccessful, then transfer students grades will be averaged using the midpoint grade (i.e., A=95, B=85, C=75, D=65, F=55). Northwest Middle School staff share their thoughts on being a Black educator. 3. These courses are at a cost to the student. Mississippi law requires a local school board to make available to parents or legal guardians of any school-age children who reside in a school district, upon request, any textbook(s) on the state surplus inventory list (textbooks that are no longer used in the district, but do not qualify for disposal). Conduct of Hearing.) Fax:601.992.2468, HIGHLAND BLUFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Presentation of a certified birth certificate (long form as recommended). If you have witnessed bullying of another student or feel that you are being bullied, please fill in the information at this link: 2023-2024 Northwest Middle School Handbook, 23-24 Northwest Middle School Program Book rev013123.pdf, HSD Middle School Supply List 2020-2021.pdf. The written notice must inform the parents of their right to request the inclusion of their child for such instruction or presentation. 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Each teacher, principal or employee of the school shall cooperate fully with such investigation and the superintendent or his/her designee and failure to do so shall constitute grounds for disciplinary action up to and including termination. 37-11-67 and 37-11-69, 1. These items may not be purchased from the meal account. The chairperson of the TST shall be the school principal as the schools instructional leader or the principals designee. All decisions by the board shall be final except for appeal to the Chancery Court of Rankin County, Mississippi and then to the Mississippi Supreme Court. Requiring a drug and/or alcohol test is within the discretion of the Rankin County School District and is not a prerequisite to the administration of punishment under this policy. Except in cases of excessive force or cruel and unusual punishment, a teacher or other member of the instructional staff, a principal or his designated representative, or a bus driver shall not be civilly liable for any action carried out in conformity with state law and Board rules regarding the control, discipline, suspension, and expulsion of students. Los armarios sern accesibles antes del comienzo de clases 7:55am-8:00am y al final del da a las 2:30 pm. No more than four units earned in summer school programs may be counted toward graduation requirements, with a limit of earning one unit per summer session. Phone:601.845.8164 A dyslexia screener must be administered to all students during the spring of their kindergarten year and the fall of their first grade year. This plan must also include: the name and purpose of the medication, severity of asthma condition (mild, moderate, severe), the prescribed dosage, the time(s) the medication can be administered, any special circumstances regarding administration of the medication, steps to take in the event of an emergency or life threatening event, and the length of time for which the medication is prescribed. The personal appearance of every student is an important component of establishing a safe environment for optimal learning and respect for one . Counsel any person exposed to an infectious agent to seek appropriate medical evaluation. 9. It is the intent of the Board that students not be scheduled to have more than two tests on any school day. Noticeofthe test date must be given not less than five days prior to testing. The above conduct constitutes bullying if that conduct interferes with a student's education or substantially disrupts the operation of a school. 5. People with this skin disease can cause the bumps to spread to different parts of their body by touching or scratching a bump and then touching another part of the body. Please be sure your child is fever-free, without the use of fever reducers, for 24 hours before allowing him/her to return to school. Immediate removal from activities for 28 calendar days. Someone will come to you to sign you in and your food will . For more information, please contact Ms. Posey or Ms. Lujan. Click here for NAHS Uniform Guidelines and Dress Code Requirements. The use of hand signals, graffiti, or the presence of apparel, jewelry, accessory or manner of grooming which, by virtue of color, arrangement, trademark, symbol, or any other attribute which implies membership or affiliation with such a group, presents a clear and present danger and is to be discouraged by school officials.