BROWN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

307 Cannes Street Henderson, Nevada 89015

(702) 799-8900 (702) 799-3511 FAX

Wendy Phelps Principal

Melissa Mendoza Assistant Principal

Michael Clark

Dean of Students

Parent/Student Handbook 2015-2016

LETTER FROM THE PRINCIPAL Hello! My name is Wendy Phelps. It was a pleasure to be appointed the new principal of B. Mahlon

Brown Junior High School. My goal is to provide a positive, safe environment with a high quality

education for all children.

I commit to foster an atmosphere of trust, where all voices are heard, and all decisions are made

with the student's best interests at heart. I will always strive to be fair, open and someone you can

trust. I firmly believe that "All Children Can," and by working together to provide the best

education possible, "All Children Will."

It is exciting to share that, after receiving the CRT data, Brown JHS was once again designated as a 5

star school. The wonderful students, dedicated staff, and supportive parents, is what made this

possible. It is apparent that this school community is committed to providing the best educational

experience for all students and I am excited to be a part of it. Together we can achieve amazing

things.

Principal

Wendy Phelps

B. MAHLON BROWN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL BROWN MISSION STATEMENT

B. Mahlon Brown Junior High School is dedicated to maintaining a safe, positive and academically rigorous learning environment, where all students can become active, responsible global citizens and lifelong learners.

WE BELIEVE...

Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs. All students can learn, but learn in different ways. Students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process and are challenged to succeed. Students are responsible for their own actions in school and in life. Staff, parents, and students share the responsibility for the support of the school’s mission.

BROWN MOTTO

Student Achievement through Academic Excellence

BROWN MASCOT

Brown Bear

BROWN SCHOOL COLORS

Black, red, and white

Table of Contents

Calendar .................................................................................................................................... 1

School Directory ........................................................................................................................ 2

Instructional Staff ...................................................................................................................... 3

Bell Schedule ............................................................................................................................. 4

School Supply List ...................................................................................................................... 5

Attendance ............................................................................................................................. 5-7

Absence Note, Approved Absences, Prearranged Absences ............................................. 5-6

Truancy .................................................................................................................................. 7

Grading ...................................................................................................................................... 7

Late Work Policy ....................................................................................................................... 8

Minimum “F” Policy .................................................................................................................. 8

Progress Reports ....................................................................................................................... 8

Promotion Retention Policy ...................................................................................................... 9

Citizenship Rubric .................................................................................................................... 10

Discipline ............................................................................................................................ 11-14

Classroom, Campus, Referrals, Detention, In-House Suspension ....................................... 11

Required Parent Conference, Suspension, Behavior Program Referral, ............................. 12

Expulsion (Limited, Permanent), Unacceptable Behaviors ................................................. 12

Expulsion ............................................................................................................................. 13

Hands-Off Policy, Public Displays of Affection, Harassment, .............................................. 14

Dances/Fees Activities, Student Searches, School Bus Behavior, Late Bus ........................ 14

Dress Code .............................................................................................................................. 15

Gum and Food ......................................................................................................................... 16

Tardies ................................................................................................................................ 16-17

Passing Periods, Backpacks ..................................................................................................... 17

Cafeteria, Change of Address .................................................................................................. 18

Class Changes, Counseling Office ............................................................................................ 19

Closed Campus, Free/Reduced Lunch Program, Health Services ........................................... 20

Lockers ............................................................................................................................... 20-21

Lost and Found, Parent/Counselor/Teacher Conferences, .................................................... 21

Parents Visiting Classrooms, Performances/Games, Personal Belongings, ........................... 21

Phone Messages for Students................................................................................................. 21

School Visitors, Student Gifts/Surprises, Student ID Cards, ................................................... 22

Withdrawal and Transfers ....................................................................................................... 22

Cell Phone Parent Letter ......................................................................................................... 23

2015-2016 CALENDAR

2015 August 24 Classes Begin

September 4 Staff Development Day (No School for Students)

September 7 Labor Day (No School)

October 23 End of First Grading Period (44 Days)

October 30 Nevada Day Observed (No School)

November 2, 3 Staff Development Days (No School for Students)

November 11 Veteran’s Day (No School)

November 26, 27 Thanksgiving Day and Family Day (No School)

December 18 Winter Break Begins-End of Day (Through January 1)

2016

January 4 Classes Resume

January 15 End of Second Grading Period (46 Days)

End of First Semester (90 Days)

January 18 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (No School)

January 19 Second Semester Begins

March 18 End of Third Grading Period (43 Days)

Spring Break Begins -End of Day (Through March 25)

March 28 Classes Resume

May 27 Staff Development Day (No School for Students)

May 30 Memorial Day (No School)

June 1 End of Fourth Grading Period (47 Days)

End of Second Semester (90 Days)

End of School Year (180 Days)

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SCHOOL DIRECTORY

702-799-8900 Extensions Principal Wendy Phelps Jenifer Morse, Administrative Assistant………………………….………….…………...………..……………………4100 Assistant Principal Melissa Mendoza Debbie Crabtree, Secretary………..…………………..………..………………………………………..………..………….4200 Dean’s Office Michael Clark Cathy Gibbs, Secretary…….…………………………………………………………………………..…………….……………..4500 Registrar Kari Esparza……….……….…………………………………………………………………..……………..…..…………………….4065 School Banker/Graphics/Attendance Heidi Nelson…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….4077 Counselors Christa White…….……….……………………………………………………..………………………………………..…………...4301 Ward Drusedum………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4302 Health Office Janeen Clancy, Nurse………………………..…………………………………………………….………….…...………………..4021 Heather Schnuckel, FASA……………………………………...………………………………………………...…..……………4022 Library Gerrie Smith……..……………………………………………………..……………………………..………..………………………4026

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Instructional Staff

Math Jamie Clement Sarah Horne Karen Hughes Katie Lovell Shari Oberg Melinda Smith

Science Gary Clark Richard Coppi Cynthia Meyer Robert Patton Jeffery Schultz Tara Traynor

Language and Literature Erika Benedict Melissa Cabada Matthew Friedman Michael Hook Kelly Mamo Darone Rankin John Zeich Laura Zoumberis

Language Acquistion

Individuals and Society Wes Allison Norris Hanna David Hardy Shannon Taylor Kim Tyler

PE/Health Scott Berg Jennifer Jepson Jason Sirak

Fine Arts Marla Huizar Katie LaRoach Emmanuel Mojica Amy Rich Suzette Sudweeks

Design Gina Brawdy Kristi Chaplin Rick Taylor

Special Education Facilitator Mike Sims

Special Education Cori Barrett Lori Diaz Lisa Engebretson Kathy Frazier Kyle Jensen Phillip Postier Scott Rivera Mark Schlagheck Terri Sherrell

Special Education Facilitator Mike Sims

In-House Susan O’Reilly

Librarian Gerrie Smith

School Psychologist Karen Weires

Speech Therapist Arlene Holt

Instructional Coach Kathy Pauli Ted Weisman

Victoria Garrido Digital Coach Mark Mangnuson Nicole Weems 3

Bell Schedule

2015-2016 Lunch 1

Schedule A B A B

6:55 – 7:35 EB EB EB EB

7:40 – 9:05 1 5 1 5

9:10 – 10:30 2 6 2 6

10:35 – 11:05 Lunch 1 Lunch 1 Lunch 1 Lunch 1

11:10 – 12:30 3 7 3 7

12:35 – 1:56 4 8 4 8

Lunch 2 Schedule A B A B

6:55 – 7:35 EB EB EB EB

7:40 – 9:05 1 5 1 5

9:10 – 10:30 2 6 2 6

10:35 – 11:55 3 7 3 7

12:00 – 12:30 Lunch 2 Lunch 2 Lunch 2 Lunch 2

12:35 – 1:56 4 8 4 8

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SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST

The following supplies are recommended for every student:

(2) 2 inch binders

Loose leaf college ruled lined paper

#2 pencils and erasers

Flash drive (minimum 4GB)

(1) pack colored pencils

(1) pack highlighters (multicolor)

(1) pack dry erase markers

Blue, red, black ball point pens

(1) pack index dividers

Pencil pouch

Ruler

Ear buds for computer use (recommended)

Please see the list below for supplies needed individually by class.

Math

(1) Spiral notebook (College Ruled)-min 100 pages / Folder for binder

Individual and Societies

(1) Composition Notebook (College Ruled) / Folder for binder

Individual and Societies

(1) Composition Notebook (College Ruled) / Folder for binder

Science

(2) Composition notebooks (College Ruled) or spiral notebooks

Index Cards 3x5 lined

1/8 Graph paper

Glue Stick

Folder for binder

Language and Literature

(2)Composition notebook (College Ruled)

1-inch binder

Folder for binder

Language Acquisition

(1) Composition notebook

Folder for binder

ATTENDANCE ABSENCE NOTES When your child is out sick, please have him/her remember to do the following: • The day your child returns after an absence, he/she should report to the Dean’s Office before school to turn in an absence note. • The absence note should contain your child’s name, grade, and student number. It should also include the date(s) he/she was absent, the reason for the absence, and a parent signature.

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• Please include the following information for all absence notes:

SAMPLE ABSENCE NOTE September 5, 2015 Please excuse [Student’s Name], [Grade], [Student Number], on September 4, 2015. He/she was home with a fever. Thank you, [Parent/Guardian’s Name AND Signature]

The office staff will evaluate the student’s attendance profile and will contact parents/guardians of students who exceed ten (10) unexcused absences in one semester. CCSD Regulation 5113 limits absences to ten (10) unapproved absences per semester. Therefore, if your child exceeds ten (10) unapproved absences in a semester, he/she will be denied credit and receive a failing grade for each class in which he/she exceeded ten (10) unapproved absences. Students missing less than a full day shall be marked absent in those classes that were missed, which are part of the student’s total absences. Students and parents/guardians may be required to set up a conference with the Dean of Students when students accumulate an excessive number of absences. APPROVED ABSENCES An approved absence is defined as an unavoidable absence caused when a student is physically or mentally unable to attend school, an absence due to a court appearance, an absence due to a religious holiday, or a prearranged absence (not to exceed 10 in a school year). PREARRANGED ABSENCES (limited to 10 days per school year) Regular student attendance is critical to the student completing course work required for earning credit and/or being promoted to the next grade. Both in-school and out-of-school learning activities and assignments contribute to a student’s ability not only to attain a passing grade in a course, but also to master the standards for each course of study; however, we realize that there are times when it is necessary for students to schedule a prearranged absence with the school. If a parent/guardian knows that the student will be absent in advance, a prearranged absence form must be obtained at the Dean’s Office and submitted in advance of the date of the absence. This documentation must contain the reason for absence and a parent contact phone number. All prearranged absences require approval through administration. Upon approval, the student will then take the prearranged absence form to each teacher requesting all make-up work. The form is then to be returned to the Dean’s Office by the student. All prearranged absences for which makeup work is not completed and submitted as specified by the teacher, shall be considered unapproved. Prearranged absences are limited to ten (10) days per school year.

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TRUANCY When a student is absent, the school must determine the reason for the absence. A student absent from school without a valid excuse or prearranged absence (not exceeding 10 per year) is deemed truant. When a student has three or more unapproved/unexcused absences he/she is declared a habitual truant. The consequences for a student who is cited for habitual truancy are determined by Juvenile Court and cannot be appealed through the school. Per state law, the possible Consequences that may be imposed by the court are as follows: a fine of $100 for the first referral or eight to sixteen hours of community service and $200 for subsequent citations; suspension of the student's driver license for 30 days, or a delay of 30 days from the date a student applies for a first-time license, 60 days for subsequent citations and required community service (NRS 362.224). In addition to any court-imposed consequences for truancy, students who exceed the limitation of absences are also subject to the penalties that may be imposed as per the district’s attendance regulation (5113). If a parent/guardian, to whom notice of the habitual truancy has been given, fails to prevent the child’s subsequent truancy within that school year, that person(s) is guilty of a misdemeanor (NRS 392.210). Any person who induces or attempts to induce any child to be absent from school unlawfully or who knowingly employs or harbors any child while school is in session is guilty of a misdemeanor.

GRADING 70% 20% 10%

Assessments Assignments Homework

Examples: Oral Interviews Quizzes and Essays Writing Samples Projects/Exhibitions Summaries and Reflections Experiments/Demonstrations Constructed-Response Items Teacher Observations Portfolios

Examples: Summaries and Reflections Note-taking Collaborative Activities Lists, Charts, and Graphic Organizers Visual Representations of Information

Effective Homework... •Is not “left-over” work. •Covers material already taught. •Is assigned to review and reinforce skills learned previously rather than an assignment given on material taught the same day. •Is not used as punishment. •Is given when students have the skills and resources to succeed. •Is corrected and graded, for timely, specific feedback

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LATE WORK POLICY BJHS late work policy is as follows:

On Time, complete Full credit 1 day late, completed 1 letter grade reduction 2 days late, completed 2 letter grades reduction 3 days late 3 letter grades reduction

Assignments turned in after 3 days will be accepted at the teacher’s discretion and will not be graded higher than the minimum F or 50%. The number of missing/late assignments will be used to help determine the student’s Citizenship Grade. Additionally, no work will be accepted

after one (1) month from the original due date.

MINIMUM “F” POLICY BJHS uses the minimum F policy. As long as an assessment, quiz, assignment or homework assignment has been turned in and completed to the best of the student’s ability, it will be graded at a ‘Minimum F.’ For instance, if a student scored 32% on a test, their grade would be marked in the grade book as ‘F,’ which is 50%. If effort was not shown, the assignment or assessment was incomplete or it was never turned in; the assignment/assessment should be graded as ‘incomplete’ or ‘missing’ in the grade book which will score as a 0. Students not pleased with an assessment or assignment grade may come see their teacher during

the morning opportunity period or a pre-arranged time after school to complete an Assessment or

Assignment Intervention with their teacher. This will allow the student a chance to improve their

score. Interventions must be completed in a timely manner with the teacher.

PROGRESS REPORTS Campus Portal (Infinite Campus) Clark County School District will be implementing a new web based system to effectively monitor the academic progress of your child. This system will provide detailed, real-time information, including: Demographics, Schedules, Assignments, Assessment Scores, Calendar, Grades, Attendance, Graduation Progress, Academic Planner, To Do Lists, Reports, District and School Notices. During September, CCSD will mail you more information about the system and an activation key so that you can create your account.

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PROMOTION/RETENTION POLICY The following is the minimum requirements for a student to be eligible for promotion to the next grade and/or high school. Brown JHS expectation of all students is to complete and pass every semester of all courses to be better prepared for the following academic year. Students enrolled in 6th grade 2015-2016 A student must complete and pass:

1 semester of mathematics 1 semester of English or reading 1 semester of science FOR PROMOTION TO 7TH GRADE

Students enrolled in 7th grade 2015-2016 A student must complete and pass:

1 semester of mathematics 1 semester of English or reading 1 semester of science 1 semester of US History FOR PROMOTION TO 8TH GRADE

Students enrolled in 8th grade 2015-2016 A student must complete and pass in 7th and 8th grade years:

3 semesters of mathematics 3 semesters of English or reading 2 semesters of science 2 semesters of Social Studies FOR PROMOTION TO HIGH SCHOOL

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CITIZENSHIP RUBRIC All students at BJHS will be graded for citizenship based on the following school wide rubric.

Expectations Outstanding Satisfactory Needs Improvement Unsatisfactory

Bring materials to

class.

Brings all necessary

materials and is

prepared.

Usually brings all

materials and is

usually prepared.

Sometimes brings

necessary materials,

sometimes is

prepared.

Consistently

missing materials.

Be respectful to

classmates and self.

Treats classmates in

a respectful and

caring way.

Encourages and helps

others.

Usually treats

classmates

respectfully.

Sometimes treats

classmates

disrespectfully. May

need a reminder.

Consistently treats

class members in

a negative way

with put-downs,

tone of voice,

refusals.

Be on time. On time.

(0 – 1 tardy)

Usually on time.

(2- 3 tardies)

Sometimes on time.

(4 – 5 tardies)

Consistently late.

(6 or more tardies)

Follows classroom

procedures.

Listens and follows

directions.

Usually listens and

follows directions.

Sometimes listens

and follows

directions. Needs

reminders.

Consistently

distracted and

distracts others.

Be an active

participant.

Participates by asking

questions, taking the

initiative.

Usually participates

actively in the lesson.

Sometimes

participates in

activities or

discussion.

Consistently

needs to be

reminded to

participate or to

get started.

Be willing to work

independently and

in small and large

groups

Works well

independently, and

cooperates with

small and large

groups.

Usually works well

independently and

usually participates

in groups.

Sometimes works

well independently

or in groups. Needs

coaching or

reminding.

Consistently

causes disruptions

to group and/or

independent

activity.

CITIZENSHIP GRADE BASED ON INFRACTIONS:

O (Outstanding): 0-3 Infractions

S (Satisfactory): 4-6 Infractions

N (Needs Improvement): 7-9 Infractions

U (Unsatisfactory): 10+ Infractions

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DISCIPLINE CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE ISSUES Each teacher will have a discipline plan for use in his/her classroom. The plan will include the rules for the class, positive consequences for following the rules, and negative consequences for breaking the rules. This plan will be shared with students on the first day of school and posted in the classroom so students know what is expected. The teacher’s plan may use any of the following for dealing with unacceptable and/or disruptive behavior:

• Teacher/student conference • Teacher/parent conference (phone or in person) • Other teacher-assigned consequences • Teacher supervised detention (twenty-four hour notification required) • Referral to the Dean of Students

CAMPUS BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS Any school staff member may write a dean’s referral for student misbehaviors on campus. Such offenses may be using inappropriate language, not following dress code, fighting, etc. REFERRALS One or more of these consequences may be expected when a student receives a referral:

• Conference with the Dean of Students • Parent Contact • Detention • In-House Suspension • Required Parent Conference (RPC) • Suspension • Behavior School (recommendation) • Expulsion (recommendation) • Police Involvement

DETENTION Detention may be assigned for not following classroom, school, or district rules and regulations. Students receiving detention are to report to the assigned area/room immediately after school with sufficient materials to study for an hour. Before an assigned detention is served, a student receives a 24 hour notice. Students who do not cooperate with the detention supervisor/teacher or who miss detention will be subject to further disciplinary action including, but not limited to, a Required Parent Conference (RPC). IN-HOUSE SUSPENSION (IHS) In-House Suspension is served in a separate room from the student’s normal place of learning with an adult supervisor. Students receive assignments from teachers and are expected to complete the work during the day. The length of In-House Suspension depends on the infraction and behavior of student during the In-House Suspension.

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REQUIRED PARENT CONFERENCE (RPC) Disregard for certain school rules or inappropriate behavior may result in an RPC. A student receives an RPC he/she may not return to campus until their parent(s) schedules a conference to confer with the Dean of Students and determine a resolution to the problem. SUSPENSION If a student commits an offense that merits his/her removal from school, the Notice of Suspension (CCF-806) may be used. Suspension is defined as the temporary removal of a student from school for the period of time necessary to (1) seek problem resolution, or (2) ensure that the student’s presence at the school does not constitute a danger to himself/herself or others, or (3) accomplish stringent disciplinary actions such as behavior program placement or expulsion. Students on suspension status are not allowed on a school campus or at any school sponsored activity for any reason without the express prior permission of school administration. BEHAVIOR PROGRAM REFERRAL A behavior program provides instruction for school age students in grades 6 through 12 who have had behavior problems in a comprehensive school. Placement duration is dependent upon positive student performance in this more restrictive program with the opportunity to return to the referring school. Interim placement generally lasts from 4 to 9 weeks. EXPULSION (LIMITED) A limited expulsion is a long-term termination of enrollment in the regular schools in the Clark County School District, with the potential that a student may return to a regular school campus, other than the campus from which the student was expelled, under the provisions of a trial enrollment, following a successful period of Continuation School placement. FOR ACTS INVOLVING ARSON, ASSAULT AND/OR BATTERY, DRUGS/ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, IMMORAL CONDUCT, OR WEAPONS, IT IS CONTEMPLATED THAT THESE BEHAVIORS WILL RESULT IN A RECOMMENDATION FOR EXPULSION. EXPULSION (PERMANENT) A permanent expulsion is defined as total termination of enrollment in the regular schools in the Clark County School District, with potential future enrollment only in an alternative education program. FOR ACTS INVOLVING ARSON, ASSAULT AND/OR BATTERY, DRUGS/ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, IMMORAL CONDUCT, OR WEAPONS, IT IS CONTEMPLATED THAT THESE BEHAVIORS WILL RESULT IN A RECOMMENDATION FOR EXPULSION. UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIORS Unacceptable behaviors include, but are not limited to, the following: Alcohol (use, possession, and/or distribution), Arson, Assault, Battery, Bullying, Bus Misbehavior, Cafeteria Misbehavior, Campus Disruptions, Cell Phone Misuse, Cheating, Classroom Disruptions, Computer Misconduct, Controlled Substances (Drugs – use, possession, and/or distribution), cyberbullying, Defiance of School Personnel, Dishonesty, Disorderly Conduct, Disregard of School Rules, Destruction of Property, Dress Code Violations, Explosive Devices, Extortion, Fighting, Firearms, Forgery, Gambling, Gang Activity/Involvement, Gum (use, possession, and/or distribution), Harassment, Hazing, Horseplay, Immoral Conduct, Nuisance Items, Physical

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Altercations, Physical Contact, Plagiarism, Public Display of Affection, Pushing, Racial Slurs/Remarks, Robbery, Running, Scholastic Dishonesty, Spray Propellants, Tardiness, Theft, Tobacco (use, possession, and/or distribution), Threats, Trespassing, Truancy, Vandalism, Verbal Altercations, Weapons (real or simulated/fake/toy – use, possession, distribution).

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HANDS-OFF POLICY To ensure the focus is on learning at Brown Junior High School, students are required to maintain a “HANDS-OFF” policy. Every student is to keep his/her hands to himself/herself. This applies to horseplay, public displays of affection, play fighting, slapping, tripping, as well as other situations. PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION Holding hands, embracing, hugging, kissing, and/or other acts of affection that distract from the

educational goals of the school are not permitted on campus and are subject to disciplinary action. HARASSMENT Harassment is any verbal, visual, or physical conduct which is sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive that it effects or has the purpose or logical consequence of interfering with the student’s educational program, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive school atmosphere. Harassment, whether it is by students, staff, or third parties in the community, is strictly prohibited, and will subject the perpetrator to disciplinary actions. Harassment, regardless of its basis, is prohibited. Any student who feels he/she is being harassed should report to the Dean’s Office to complete an incident report and speak to the Dean of Students. DANCES/FEES and ACTIVITIES If you have been placed on RPC/Suspension prior to the dance, you cannot purchase a dance ticket. The timeframe resets after each dance, but if you are placed on RPC/Suspension before the next dance, you will not be able to purchase a ticket. If you have any outstanding fines and fees you cannot purchase a dance ticket until the fees are paid. STUDENT SEARCHES Students are hereby informed that they will be subject to search when they enter campus after the beginning of the school day. This includes, but is not limited to, unauthorized returns. This notice does not exclude personnel; however, from searching a student at any time should there be reasonable suspicion of wrongdoing. SCHOOL BUS BEHAVIOR Bus transportation is provided to all students who live more than two miles from the school. The students on the bus are under the immediate supervision of the bus driver and are subject to the rules set by the Clark County Board of School Trustees and the State of Nevada. LATE BUS There is no late bus provided for Brown JHS students.

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DRESS CODE Students’ dress, personal appearance, and conduct are required to be of such character as not to disrupt or detract from the educational environment of the school. Any style that tends to diminish instructional effectiveness or discipline control is not acceptable. Students not in adherence to the dress code policy will be subject to progressive discipline. The following guidelines are in accordance with CCSD Regulation 5131:

1. Require the wearing of shoes with soles. House slippers and shoes with wheels are not

permitted. Open-toe shoes and footwear, flip-flops, and sandals are also not permitted.

2. All clothing must be sufficient to conceal any and all undergarments. No skin will show

between bottom of shirt/blouse and top of pants or skirts at any time. All sleeveless shirts

must have straps at least three inches wide. Prohibited tops include, but are not limited to,

crop tops, tank tops, strapless, low-cut clothing, clothing with slits, or tops and outfits that

provide minimum coverage. Leggings, yoga pants/shorts, stretch pants, and other similar

tight-fitting clothing are prohibited unless a shirt or dress of at least fingertip length is worn

over such clothing.

3. Require that all shorts, skorts, skirts, and jumpers/dresses must be at fingertip length.

4. All jeans, pants, and shorts must be secured at waist level. Sagging is strictly prohibited.

Jeans, pants, and shorts are not to have rips or tears that expose undergarments and/or are

located mid-thigh or higher.

5. Headgear (hats, hoods, caps, bandanas, hair grooming aids, etc.) is not permitted on

campus except for designated school approved uniforms, special events, authorized athletic

practices, documented medical conditions, bona fide religious reasons, or CCSD/school

sanctioned activities.

6. Slogans or advertising on clothing, jewelry, buttons, and/or accessories which by their

controversial, discriminatory, profane, and/or obscene nature disrupt the educational

setting are prohibited.

7. Any clothing, jewelry, buttons, and/or accessories that promote illegal or violent conduct,

or affiliation with groups that promote illegal or violent conduct such as, but not limited to,

the unlawful use of weapons, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or drug paraphernalia, or clothing

that contains threats are prohibited.

8. Spiked or studded clothing, jewelry, and/or accessories are prohibited.

9. Outerwear such as coats, mittens, and scarves must be removed upon entering the

classrooms/buildings. Administrators, teachers, and staff may use their discretion as

appropriate based on the temperature in the facility.

10. Hair color not within the range of natural hair colors is disruptive and discouraged.

11. Sunglasses are prohibited on campus.

12. The wearing of facial/body jewelry or piercings is not allowed except in the earlobe.

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GUM AND FOOD Eating food (including candy and snacks) or drinking a beverage is permitted only in the cafeteria.

Gum is prohibited everywhere on campus because it is a nuisance item that can deface school

property. Brown JHS is a no gum campus.

CCSD Gum Policy Progressive Discipline Consequences 1st Offense Warning 2nd Offense Lunch detention (1 day) 3rd Offense Dean’s detention (2 days) 4th Offense School Beautification (1 day) 5th Offense School Beautification (2 days) 6th Offense In-house suspension (1 day) 7th Offense In-house suspension (2 days) 8th Offense Suspension (3 days)

TARDIES Tardy Policy Progressive Discipline 1st Offense Warning

2nd Offense Phone call to parent/guardian 3rd Offense After School Detention 1:56-3:00 (2 days) 4th Offense In-house Suspension (1 day)

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5th Offense Requested parent conference. 6th Offense Temporary Removal from School (1 day). Students must return signed paperwork the next day, if not, student will not be reinstated back into school until a parent/guardian reports to the Dean’s Office to sign their child in. 7th Offense Temporary Removal from School (2 days). Students must return signed paperwork the next day, if not, student will not be reinstated back into school until a parent/guardian reports to the Dean’s Office to sign their child in. 8th Offense Suspension (1 day)

9thOffense Suspension (3 days) 10th Offense Suspension (5 days)

PASSING PERIODS In an effort to maximize instructional time, students have five (5) minutes between classes. This is

enough time to move from one end of the campus to the other when students move efficiently.

When the late bell rings, students are expected to be in their seats. Every effort should be made to

be on time for class. When entering/exiting the 300, and 800 hallways, please use the appropriately

labeled enter and exit doors as posted.

BACKPACKS Bringing backpacks to school to assist with carrying books, notebooks, and academic materials is permissible and encouraged; however, students must place their backpacks in their locker prior to attending classes as backpacks will not be allowed in classrooms or the cafeteria. For the purposes of this no backpack rule, book bags, sling bags, handbags, satchels, duffle bags, and other bags, containers, or cases used to carry belongings around campus will be considered as backpacks. As an exception, small purses will be allowed in the classrooms or cafeteria; however, any purse under this exemption must be smaller than 5 inches by 7 inches in size.

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CAFETERIA To ensure a well maintained cafeteria and a pleasant lunchtime atmosphere, students are to follow the following cafeteria procedures:

1. Students are to walk to the cafeteria. Running to the cafeteria from class is not allowed.

2. Upon entering the cafeteria, students are to immediately find a seat and sit down.

3. Students are to remain seated until their table is released by an administrator.

4. Legs, feet, and belongings are to be placed underneath the table.

5. When released, students may get in line for food, use the restroom, or visit the student

store. Students must be properly seated at all other times (no standing around, wandering

around, or loitering).

6. While in line, students must stay in single file lines (feet must be behind the black line).

7. Only one student is allowed at the cash register/service area at a time; the next person in

line must stand completely behind the black lunch line and wait his/her turn at the cash

register/service area.

8. Students must present their student ID cards when purchasing food each and every day.

9. Students must follow the “HANDS OFF” POLICY at all times. Line cutting, saving places in

line, pushing, shoving, and other forms of disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

10. Each student is responsible for putting his/her own trash in the trashcans.

11. Food or drink is never to be thrown; students who violate this regulation are subject to

severe disciplinary action, including but not limited to an alternative educational placement.

Students will face disciplinary action for intentional messiness and carelessness with

maintaining a clean cafeteria environment.

12. Food or drink is NOT allowed outside the cafeteria.

13. Near the end of the lunch period, students will be released by table, one table at a time

to the quad area. Students are not to stand up or walk around until released by an

administrator.

14. Students may only be in the cafeteria or quad area when released from their tables after

the bell rings ending the lunch period. Students may leave the quad only after the dismissal

bell from lunch.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS Students are requested to submit to the registrar any change of address with proof of new address (current utility bill, rent receipt, residence lease and/or sales contract). Parents must provide the office with home and work phone numbers and any changes to these numbers.

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CLASS CHANGES Students are often concerned about their schedule of classes. The most frequent request that counselors hear from students is that their schedule needs to be changed. Changes will be made for the following reasons: •Student is misplaced in a leveled class. •Student is unable to acquire a musical instrument, and needs to change out of music elective. •Schedules are changed to balance numbers in classes due to increased enrollment. We do not make changes because of: •Conflicts with teachers or other students, •Student would rather have a different lunch, or •Student would rather be in another class with special friends

COUNSELING OFFICE The Brown JHS counseling department functions as a responsive, supportive unit in providing direct services to children, parents, and teachers. The counselor takes an active role in the academic, emotional, and social development of our students. The primary role of our counselors is to help build a foundation for learning by assisting students to develop self-respect, awareness of others, and positive attitudes toward acquiring knowledge. Our fundamental goal is to help students acquire skills, which will help them through life. Middle school counselors are NOT therapists. If situations arise where these services are needed, parents must seek services independent of the school, as school counselors do not make private referrals. Students may see the counselor for any reason. If a student feels a need for someone to listen to a concern, the counselor will give the child the attention he/she needs, and will help in arriving at an acceptable solution to the problem Some of the reasons for students to see the counselor include the following:

•Adjustment to school problems •Learning or study difficulties •Conflicts with peers •Loss and grief •Conflicts with school personnel •Substance abuse •Family problems

Parents are encouraged to the counseling office and let us know when their child is in need of counseling services.

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CLOSED CAMPUS All CCSD middle schools and junior high schools operate as a CLOSED CAMPUS, which means that students must not leave the campus prior to student dismissal at 1:56 p.m. without obtaining permission from the office and officially signing out with a parent/guardian. Any student leaving campus during school hours without proper school permission will be considered truant. Parents/guardians must report to the main office and produce proper identification for student

FREE OR REDUCED LUNCH PROGRAM Any family that qualifies for the Federal Free and Reduced lunch program should obtain an application from the registrar or food service manager. You may also apply online at www.applyforlunch.com. The service manager manages this program and any questions concerning eligibility or the program may be handled through the food service office.

HEALTH SERVICES Any student who becomes ill during the school day must have a pass from a teacher to the health

office. Every accident or injury occurring during school hours and any injury occurring during a

school sponsored event must be reported immediately to the adult in charge and/or to the school

FASA. A student who is too ill to remain in class should report to the health office so that parents

may be notified. School personnel may not dispense nonprescription medication such as aspirin.

If prescription medication must be taken during school hours, arrangements are to be made with

the school nurse or FASA and all medication is to be left in the health office. State law does not

allow school health personnel to diagnose illness or injury. Parents should check with their family

physician if they have a question about their child’s health.

It is imperative that current home and emergency phone numbers be on file at the school at all

times. Any changes should be reported to the registrar immediately.

LOCKERS Students at Brown JHS will be issued a locker at the start of the 2014-2015 school year. Students will be able to visit their lockers before school, between classes, before lunch, after lunch, and after school. Brown JHS is not responsible for items stored inside student lockers. The following rules apply to locker use: • Do not share your locker. Do not share your locker combination with others. • Do not store items of value inside your locker. Be sure to firmly close your locker after use. Report any problems with your locker to the Dean’s Office.

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• Expect NO PRIVACY when using a Brown JHS locker. Lockers remain the property of Clark County School District and as such may be routinely searched by employees of the school district at any time without notice (CCSD Regulation 5144). • The school nor the District are responsible for the loss of personal property that is brought to school. The school administration has a legal right to inspect your locker at any time or to remove the privilege of using a locker if said privilege is being abused.

LOST AND FOUND Lost and found is located in the In-house (IHS) room in the school cafeteria. All unclaimed personal

articles are given to a charitable organization at the end of each semester.

PARENT/COUNSELOR/TEACHER CONFERENCE Arrangements for teacher or counselor conferences are made through the school counseling office.

PARENTS VISITING CLASSROOMS Parents/Guardians are welcome and encouraged to visit the school and their child’s teachers. Parents/Guardians may attend classes with their child but they are required to make visitation arrangements at least 24 hours in advance. Arrangements are made through the Assistant Principal’s office.

PERFORMANCES/GAMES A reminder that if a student is absent from school on the day of a performance/game then the student WILL NOT perform/play that day/evening. NO EXCEPTIONS!!

PERSONAL BELONGINGS Students who bring personal belongings to school are responsible for their security and safety. The school is not responsible for any items lost or stolen from anywhere within the school at any time. These items include bicycles, calculators, musical instruments, clothing, confiscated nuisance items, etc. Students are responsible for all materials issued to or checked out to them during the school year.

PHONE MESSAGES Occasionally parents request that a telephone message be delivered to their child. However, school personnel cannot accept such requests by phone since there is no way to verify the legal parent/guardian leaving the message. Should an emergency arise necessitating the need to contact a student, parents are asked to come to the Assistant Principal’s office and provide appropriate identification. Classrooms will not be interrupted for the delivery of messages to students unless there is an emergency.

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SCHOOL VISITORS All visitors must report to the Assistant Principal’s office immediately upon arrival and obtain a visitor’s pass.

STUDENT GIFTS/SURPRISES Flowers, balloons, cakes, cupcakes, food, stuffed animals, or other items will NOT be delivered during school hours. Last minute lunch deliveries can be difficult requests. Please do your best to consider this in the event that you bring lunch to school for your child.

STUDENT ID CARDS All students are required to carry a school issued identification card at all times. Student ID cards are produced after picture day during the first month of school. All students, whether purchasing pictures or not, will be photographed free of charge for the identification card. Student ID cards will be required every day at lunch, to attend athletic events, purchase dance tickets, check out library books, and utilize computers on campus, in addition to other activities on and off campus. Please note that we provide the first issuance of the student ID at no charge; replacements will cost $2.00. Please visit the main office if you need to purchase a new student ID card.

WITHDRAWAL AND TRANSFERS If students are moving from Brown Junior High School’s attendance zone, they must obtain a Pupil Release and Transfer document from the registrar’s office. A parent or guardian must contact the registrar’s office and request the withdrawal form at least 24 hours before the actual withdrawal. Students must take this form to each teacher to receive a current grade and to return all school materials. Also, the student’s book locker and P.E. locker must be emptied and all fees and fines paid before grades and records can be transferred.

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CELL PHONE PARENT LETTER Personal technology and communication devices, such as cell phones or tablet computers, are utilized in

many ways and are becoming a component of the educational setting. At school, it is critical that

students only access personal technology and communication devices when allowed and only for the

intended purpose(s). Clark County School District (CCSD) Policy 5136, along with the CCSD Acceptable

Use Policy, provides guidelines for the appropriate usage of both District and personal electronic devices

along with consequences for violations of the policy.

At all CCSD schools, students are allowed to use personal technology and communication devices during

scheduled nutrition or lunch breaks and while on District buses.

During the instructional day at Brown Junior High School, students may only utilize these devices in the

following manner:

Wide Use: Students are permitted to use cellular phones and personal electronic devices during the instructional day in all classrooms in accordance with instructional activities and classroom procedures as outlined by their classroom teacher. Students are expected to follow teacher directions regarding when devices may be used, when they can be out, and when they must be put away.

Use of personal technology and communication devices that violate state or federal law, any District

policies or regulations, or the CCSD Acceptable Use Policy is prohibited. When usage of devices is not

allowed, devices must be turned off and stored in a non-visible location such as in a backpack, purse, or

pocket. Confiscated devices will only be returned to a parent/guardian. Students who violate these

laws or policies will be disciplined according to District guidelines and the device will be subject to

confiscation.

Cellular phones must remain off during a school evacuation, lockdown, or drill. During these situations,

tell your child NOT to try to contact you by cell phone until given the okay by school staff, thus allowing

emergency communication channels to remain open. The District’s communication system has the

capability of contacting parents/guardians in an emergency. Please be reminded that each school has

intercoms and loudspeakers and the majority of our classrooms have hardwired telephones.

Additionally, administrators and safety personnel are prepared with two-way radios and cell phones.

Parents/guardians are asked to silence cellular phones and other devices while at the school. This

ensures both compliance with the above guidelines and serves to set a positive example for students.

Should you have any questions regarding the usage of personal technology and communication devices,

please contact the front office or an administrator at 702-799-8900.

Thank you,

Brown JHS Administration

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