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WELCOME TO BYHS
The faculty and staff wish to extend our
warmest greetings and sincere wishes for a successful year
at Bartlett Yancey High School.
Students will be faced with many decisions
during the school year selecting appropriate
courses, choosing friends, working hard in your studies.
All are important as your success depends upon
your decisions. Our job is to help you to the best of
our ability. In order for this to occur, you must make
us aware of your needs and concerns. Do not hesitate
to consult with your counselor, teachers, and administrators.
In order to maintain a good learning
environment, you will be expected to observe the policies
and procedures of the school. Students who fail to
obey the rules will be dealt with in a fair and
consistent manner.
As the new principal, I look forward to working
with you and your parents. If you ever have a problem
or concern see me.
Mel Battle, Principal
GUIDANCE SERVICES
The purpose of the Guidance Program is to facilitate the positive development of each student's unique learning, emotional, social, and physical characteristics. Services are directed toward student growth in academic achievement, self-esteem, educational/vocational choice, social relationships, decision making and problem solving. In addition, counselors' functions include consultation with teachers, parents, administrators, and community resources and coordination of testing programs and parent conferences.
The counseling department has been restructured to better meet student, parent and faculty needs.
Ethel Gwynn................Seniors; Freshmen S-Z
Jane Sartin...................Juniors; Freshmen A-I Susan Boyce................Sophomores; Freshmen J-R
Lisa Lassiter................Vocational
Cheryl Blackard...........Secretary
MAKING AN APPOINTMENT WITH YOUR COUNSELOR: You may make an appointment with your counselor by leaving a request with the Guidance Secretary who will schedule you during your free time before school, between classes or lunch. Parents may call the guidance office at 694-4212. Counseling services are available to students at all times during their stay at Bartlett Yancey and continue to be available after the student graduates. Counselors assist students in obtaining post-secondary placement, whether this is placement in the most appropriate educational or vocational training setting.
GUIDANCE & CAREER CENTER: Pamphlets, books, occupational files, tapes and other materials are available as well as technical in-state college catalogs. Some of these may be checked out; others must be used in the career center, located in the Guidance and Career Center Office.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To adhere to all state, local, and school-wide regulations and policies.
2. To come to school prepared for each class with proper materials.
3. To prepare assignments daily for each class.
4. To attend school daily and to be on time for each class.
5. To promote a positive attitude throughout the school.
6. To promptly complete any missed classwork.
7. To respect teachers, administrators and fellow students.
8. To respect the personal property of others and school property.
9. To share responsibility for maintaining a clean and safe school.
10. To set and achieve goals for oneself and the school.
11. To participate constructively in classroom activities.
12. To be held accountable for their actions.
STUDENT DROP-OFF/PICK-UP
All passengers are to get out of cars immediately upon arrival to school. The student drop-off/pick-up area has been moved to the side of the Civic Center near the East Wing. Handicapped students will be dropped off in front of the school in the handicapped zone. See school map for specific area placement.
TELEPHONE
Pay phones are located near the weight room for student use during breaks and free time only. The school phones are for school business. Student emergencies will be handled by the secretary.
VISITORS
Bartlett Yancey High School has a "closed campus" policy. No visitors will be permitted on campus without an official visitor's pass from the office. Visitation rights exist only after 3:10 p.m.
7:58 Two (2) Minute Warning
8:00 First Period Tardy
9:30 End First Period
9:38 Two (2) Minute Warning for Second Period
9:40 Second Period Tardy
11:10 End Second Period
11:10 First Lunch Begins
11:18 Two (2) Minute Warning for Third Period
11:20 Third Period Tardy
11:48 Two (2) Minute Warning for First Lunch To End
11:50 Third Period Begins for First Lunch Students
12:50 Second Lunch Begins
1:20 Third Period Ends for First Lunch Students
1:28 Two (2) Minute Warning
1:30 Fourth Period Tardy
3:00 School Ends
Students in the East Wing, Vocational Building, First Hall, and the Civic Center will eat first lunch. Those in classes on Second Hall, Third Hall, and the Gyms will eat second lunch.
When school is scheduled for early release, the following adjustments will be observed:
7:58 Two minute warning bell
8:00 First period tardy bell
8:59 End of first period
9:07 Two minute warning bell
9:09 Second period tardy bell
10:08 End of second period
10:16 Two minute warning bell
10:18 Third period tardy bell
11:17 End of third period
11:25 Two minute warning bell & 1st lunch begins
11:27 Fourth period tardy bell for 2nd lunch students
11:55 1st lunch ends
12:03 Two minute warning bell
12:05 Fourth period tardy bell for 1st lunch students
12:26 2nd lunch begins
1:05 School is dismissed
On the early release schedule, students will go to lunch based on their fourth period classes' locations. 1st lunch: East wing, Vocational building, First hall, and Civic Center. 2nd lunch: Second hall, Third hall, and Gyms
On days when school begins one or two hours late, the following adjustments to the schedule will be observed:
One hour delay:
9:00 First period begins
9:30 End first period
Regular schedule after 9:30
Two hour delay:
10:00 First period begins
10:30 End first period
10:38 Two minute warning bell
10:40 Second period tardy bell
11:10 End second period
Regular schedule after 11:10
HONORS QUALIFICATIONS
Junior Marshall: Be a member of junior class ranking in the top ten of your class.
Honor Graduate: Be a member of the graduating class with a GPA of at least 90.
GRADES AND EXAMINATIONS
All students will take exams or required End-of-Course tests at the end of each semester. The examination grade will count 1/5 of the semester grade. Any student who does not take a required exam will receive a 1 on the exam.
Grading System
A Superior (93-100) D Below Average (70-76)
B Above Average (85-92) F Unsatisfactory (Below 70)
C Average (77-84)
According to The North Carolina State Board of Education, effective February 1994 high schools will produce transcripts electronically and convert existing grading systems to a four point grading scale with possible weight being given to AP, GT, IB, and certain advanced/honors courses.
MAKE-UP WORK
If a student has the privilege of making up work missed, it is the responsibility of the student to contact the teacher and make the arrangement. The responsibility is upon the student and not on the teacher. In some cases it is permissible, but in others it is not permissible.
REPORT CARDS
Report cards are to be issued six times during the school year. Each six weeks the students on the honor roll will take part in special activities.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
English 4 units
Mathematics 3 units(Including Algebra 1)
Science 3 units (Physical Science, Biology & another elective)
Health/PE 1 unit (9th grade)
Social Studies 3 units (US Studies & Economics/Gov & World Studies)
Electives 13 units
27 units Total
Seven continuous semesters of high school attendance are required to graduate from Bartlett Yancey High School. (Caswell County Board of Education)
In order to participate in graduation ceremonies, seniors must purchase or possess a cap and gown and pay a $5.00 diploma cover fee. Additional items may be purchased at the student's option.
DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS
Superior Diploma: Four years of attendance, two credits above minimum and pass six or more units in the 12th grade; scholastic average or 85 or above; special distinction of cum laude if 90 or above, magna cum laude if 95 or above and passing of the Competency Test.
Regular Diploma: Seven continuous semesters attendance, appropriate course requirements, passing grade on the Competency Test.
Certificate: Seven continuous semesters attendance; see appropriate course requirement. Failure to achieve passing score on the Competency Test.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
All students are expected to attend school regularly and to be on time for classes in order to benefit from the instructional program and to develop habits of punctuality, self-discipline, and responsibility. There is a direct relationship between poor attendance and class failure. Students who have good attendance generally achieve higher grades, enjoy school more, and are much more employable.
1. Each student will take responsibility for his/her attendance.
Credit for a course may be earned by obtaining a passing average and attending a class at least 80 of the 90 days per semester (no more than ten absences)
- A student who misses more than ten classes may receive credit through a successful appeal to the Attendance Committee. Appeal forms must be requested for in the guidance office. A student who misses over 10 days must appeal to the Attendance Committee if he/she desires to receive credit for the course.
2. If a student does not meet the requirements specified in #1, credit will be denied except in extreme cases (for example: verifiable extended illness) and only then if the student can demonstrate mastery of course content and skills. Decisions to grant or deny credit in such cases will be made by the attendance committee at the end of the semester. The committee will consist of at least three teachers, one principal, and one guidance counselor.
3. After three, six, and ten absences, parents will be contacted by mail and/or phone to remind them of the attendance policy.
6. Each student with perfect attendance during the six-week grading period will receive two points added to his/her average.
7. We encourage students to attend the entire class period. Therefore dentist, doctor, and/or hair appointments should be scheduled appropriately.
a) Each student signing in or out of school will be required to have a pass from the office.
b) Any student returning to school during the day must return to class after signing in at the office, unless 10 minutes or less remain in the class; the student will then remain in the office until the bell rings for the next class.
8. A student signing in/out must attend at least 45 minutes to be counted present.
9. A student not in class is absent, even if in Time-Out. Exceptions include required testing, late bus, class or school-wide assemblies and administrator request.
10. Approved school field trips, athletic events, and blood drives are not absences.
11. Two partial absences from a class including arriving late (tardy) or leaving early will constitute a full absence. Absences accumulated in this manner count toward the semester total.
a) A student who is not in his/her assigned place station before the bell rings is tardy.
b) A student who is tardy more than five minutes will also be reported for skipping.
c) A student is tardy if he/she is late to class without a note from an administrator.
DISCIPLINE POLICY
The faculty and administration of Bartlett Yancey High School, in order to provide a pleasant, safe and productive learning environment for Caswell County students, establishes the following discipline guidelines and policy.
GUIDELINES FOR DISCIPLINE:
1. The state code of North Carolina requires that the school board be responsible for maintaining school order.
2. In accordance with state laws, an orderly school environment does the following:
a) Provides a framework by which the student can learn to develop self-discipline and self-respect.
b) Establishes procedures which prohibit any individual from threatening the physical safety or the learning opportunities of his/her peers.
c) Fosters respect for public school property.
d) Prevents any individual from challenging reasonable authority exercised by the teachers, staff, and administrators of the school.
3. Any behavior which violates the above provisions for an orderly school environment constitutes a breach of discipline.
4. If a student willfully breaches discipline, school authorities are responsible for dealing with infractions by taking action as dictated under school guidelines and/or by initiating criminal prosecution.
BREACH OF DISCIPLINE AND ACTION:
1. A violation of the rules of Bartlett Yancey High School the Caswell County School Board and/or the State of North Carolina constitutes a breach of discipline.
2. Actions for Breach of Discipline
A. Parent Conference:
1. A parent is requested to come to the school as soon as possible to confer with a principal and the student.
2. The conference is to acquaint the parent with the seriousness of the disciplinary problem and to secure the parent's cooperation in solving the problem.
3. The teacher may request and/or be requested to attend the conference.
B. Time-Out:
1. A student given Time-Out must report to the Time-Out room with proper materials (books, paper, pencils, etc.) to complete assignments given by the student's teacher(s).
2. Only a principal may assign Time-out.
3. The seriousness of the offense will determine the length of the Time-Out assignment
C. Suspension:
1. A suspended student must not return to the school premises at any time during the term of the suspension.
2. Only a principal or a designee may suspend a student.
3. The length of the suspension will be determined by the seriousness of the offense.
4. At the end of the suspension period a parent must return with the student so that the student can be admitted to school.
D. Referral to Hearing Board:
When a parent conference and/or suspension do not result in acceptable behavior, or when the breach of discipline is serious in nature, the student will be referred to the Hearing Board. The Hearing Board can recommend PCC if the student is old enough to attend.
E. Referral to Other Agencies:
If the breach of discipline falls within the jurisdiction of other agencies, the principal will refer the matter to the proper authorities.
MINOR OFFENSES
Minor offenses are minor acts of misconduct which the teacher interprets as an interference with the orderly operation of his/her classroom while helping to use the potential of all students in a positive learning environment. Minor offenses are usually and almost always handled by the teacher.
Infractions:
A. Classroom Disruption, (such as noise, chewing gum, eating, and horseplay)
B. Insubordination
C. Tardiness
D. Unauthorized absence from class
E. Dress Code
F. Minor confrontation between students
G. Gambling (playing cards)
H. False and/or misleading information
I. Misconduct on School Bus or other school approved transportation
J. Unauthorized movement without hall pass
K. Possession or use radios, tapes, beepers, cellular telephones on school property
L. Intimate gestures
M. Harassment of teachers or peers
Discipline Responses for Minor Offenses:
First Offense: Minor Offense
Subsequent Offenses: Minor/Intermediate Offense
- Verbal reprimand
- Withdrawal of privileges
- Counseling and direction
- Special work assignment
- School/classroom positive/negative reinforcement plan
- Warning of potential referral to Intermediate plan second offense
- Parental contact (Recommended)
INTERMEDIATE OFFENSES
Intermediate offenses usually require administrative consultation and/or intervention.
Infractions:
A. Cheating
B. Failure to report for detention (after class, at break, after school,, etc.)
C. Insubordination/open Defiance
D. Repeat of Minor offense (most rules should cover Minor offenses)
E. Damaging School Property
F. Threatening a peer or teacher
G. Disruption of class activities
Discipline Responses to Intermediate Offenses:
- Parent conference
- Alternate class assignment
- Referrals to Principal
* Referrals to TIME-OUT (by principal only)
* Restitution for repair or return of property
* Referral for possible suspension from school
* Warning that another referral will constitute a major offense
MAJOR OFFENSES
Major Offense infractions are major acts of misconduct. They include, but are not limited to, repeated acts of misconduct, serious disruptions of the orderly conduct of school, threats to the health, safety, and property of self or others. Other major acts of misconduct of the most serious category shall be sufficient grounds for long term suspension or expulsion.
Infraction:
A. Alcohol (possession)
B. Drugs, Including "Look Alike" Drugs (possession)
C. Drug Paraphernalia (possession)
D. Assault/Battery (Fighting)
E. Breaking and Entering
F. Destruction of Property/Vandalism
G. Extortion/Threats/Stalking
H. Firecrackers/Fireworks
I. Gross Insubordination/Open Defiance
J. Stealing
K. Trespassing
L. Possession of Contraband Material (other than alcohol, drugs, or firearms)
M. Inappropriate Sexual Behavior
N. Gang-Related Activities
0. Repeat of Intermediate Offense
P. Possession, use, or distribution of weapons
Q. Arson
R. False Fire Alarm
S. Sexual Offense (Rape)
T. Possession of Firearms, (possession, use, or distribution)
U. Possession and/or use of tobacco products
Discipline Response to Major Offenses:
- Parental contact (MANDATORY)
- Behavior contract (WRITTEN)
- Assignment to special programs
- Temporary or permanent removal from participation in extracurricular/co- curricular program or activity
- Suspension from school (1-10 days, minimum of 5 days suspension
MANDATORY for possession of alcohol, drugs, or drug paraphernalia)
- Referral to appropriate prevention or treatment program
- Long term suspension from bus
- Long term suspension or expulsion from school
- Expulsion from school (MANDATORY for possession, use, or distribution of firearms)
- 1st offense for possession and/or use of tobacco products - Time-Out, 2nd offense - 3 day suspension, 3rd and subsequent offenses - 5 day suspension and counseling required (MANDATORY for possession and/or use of tobacco products)
The use of illicit drugs and the unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong and harmful. A student enrolled in the Caswell County School System shall not possess, use, transmit, or be under the influence of any illicit drug and/or alcohol products:
1. In or on the premises of any building owned by the Caswell County Board (including the Civic Center), before, during, or after school hours.
2. At school-sponsored, related, and/or sanctioned activities, including "off campus activities", or while being transported to or from any event.
Students shall not possess drug paraphernalia or any counterfeit substance misrepresented as a controlled substance.
Discipline Procedures
The Drug and Alcohol Policy of the Caswell County Board of Education mandates that any student engaging in the activities addressed in this policy be subjected to the penalties listed below:
First Offense: A student will receive 5 days out of school suspension. Law enforcement officials and parent/guardian will be notified. Participation in the school Student Support Program for first offense will be required.
* Failure to attend and successfully complete the after-school assistance program will result in automatic long-term suspension from school.
Second Offense: Long-term suspension ( in excess of 10 school days but not exceeding the time remaining in the school year).
Intervention and Prevention
The Caswell County Board of Education strongly endorses Chemical Abuse Programs related to identification, intervention, prevention, and treatment as they apply to use of illicit substances. The Board of Education will approve each year a list of rehabilitation programs for students.
In compliance with the Basic Education Plan, the Caswell County School Systems offers Drug Education Programs in grades K-12.
IT IS MANDATORY THAT:
Every student along with his or her parent or guardian must comply with the policy.
All parents and students must be given a copy of the Drug and Alcohol Policy and the disciplinary actions. The Junior High and High School students will sign for receipt of the Policy.
Additionally:
The Board of Education in regard to the policy recognizes the following
a. that students' rights and confidentiality must be protected at all times;
b. that a periodic review of the school support team will be conducted to deter- mine effectiveness;
c. that the disciplinary sanctions must be consistently enforced.
STUDENT DRUG AND ALCOHOL USE
The Caswell County Board of Education recognizes that a serious drug/alcohol problem exists both nationally and locally. Prevention and/or early identification can restore individuals to their potential in school, job, and everyday life.
It is the intent of this policy to promote a healthier, safer school environment for students. All personnel employed by the Caswell County Board of Education will advise students and guard their rights to learn in a drug-free environment.
Alcohol and Other Drugs
SUSPENSION FROM SCHOOL
When a student is suspended, the days out of school are classified as involuntary absences. Students are encouraged to keep up with assignments and to take books home. Parents may request, through the guidance department, missed assignments. The teacher will not prepare special lesson plans for those suspended. Written work presented to the teacher will be evaluated. Tests missed may be taken if requested by the student. THIS RESPONSIBILITY RESTS WITH THE STUDENT. IF THE WORK IS NOT MADE UP, A FAILING GRADE OF "F" WILL BE GIVEN FOR THE WORK MISSED DURING THE SUSPENSION.
All make-up work must be completed and in the hands of the teacher within three (3) school days following return. No consideration will be given to such make-up work after that time.
A second or subsequent suspension from school carries no privilege of doing make-up work.
SHORT-TERM SUSPENSIONS
The principal has the authority to suspend a student for a period not to exceed ten (10) school days. A longer suspension, a suspension during the last ten (10) days of semester and/or an expulsion must be approved by the superintendent.
A. Grounds for suspension:
1) Willful and persistent violation of local school rules
2) Immoral or disreputable conduct
3) Willful damage of school property
4) Possessing or carrying a weapon
5) Using or possessing any drug, intoxicant or alcoholic beverage
6) Use and/or possession of tobacco products
B. Procedure for suspension or expulsion - If a student is charged with engaging in serious misconduct for which suspension or expulsion is recommended, the principal or assistant principal shall:
Conduct a preliminary investigation and determination:
a) Investigate the incident: hear all of the facts, take written statements when practical. (Record on discipline card)
b) Determine all issues: Decide if student is guilty and if suspension or expulsion is the proper punishment.
c) Inform the student: Clearly and precisely inform the student as to the grounds of suspension, the period of time for which he/she is suspended, or whether expulsion is recommended.
d) Inform the parent: Immediately in writing explain to the parent or guardian the reasons for suspension, when the student is to return to school, whether expulsion is recommended, and when applicable, their right to have a conference or hearing. Conference or hearing must take place at school within (3) days of request and shall be private.
e) Copy to superintendent: A copy of the above notification will be sent to the superintendent, and a copy will be filed in the Principal's office.
f) In cases where expulsion is recommended or where suspension is to exceed ten (10) days of the semester, the approval of the Superintendent must be obtained within (10) school days from the commencement of the suspension. If any part of the suspension falls during the last ten (10) days of the school year, the approval of the Superintendent must be obtained immediately. A written confirmation of the suspension will be sent promptly to the principal by the Superintendent.
g) Immediate suspension: If the conduct of the disrupts the academic atmosphere of the school, endangers fellow students, teachers, other school personnel, or damages or threatens damage to property, or himself, the student may be removed from school immediately.
C. Violence:
Each student is specifically prohibited from carrying or possessing on a school bus, school premises, or at a school function away from school any type of weapon or firearm. G.S. 14-269 makes it a misdemeanor to possess a concealed weapon off one's own premises.
Misdemeanor "weapons" are defined as any "BB gun, air rifle, air pistol, bowie knife, dirk, dagger, slingshot, leaded cane, switchblade knife, blackjack, metallic knuckles, razors, razor blades, and any sharp-pointed or edged instruments except instructional supplies, unaltered nail files, clips, and tools used solely for food preparation, instruction, and maintenance.
D. Drugs and Alcohol:
Each student is specifically prohibited from consuming, taking, possessing, using, transmitting, or being under the influence of any narcotic drug, hallucinogenic drug, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, alcoholic beverage, or intoxicant of any kind, whether:
1) On school premises or school grounds at any school activity,
2) On a school bus, or activity bus, or
3) While attending a school function away from school.
A repeated violation or conviction of the above section on Drugs and Alcoholic Beverages shall be a basis for long-term suspension or expulsion from school. Proper use of a drug authorized by a medical prescription from a registered physician shall not be considered in violation of this rule.
At Bartlett Yancey High School, a Student Support Program is organized to identify students who might have possible problems with the use of a chemical substance. When behavior is observed which indicates a possible problem, school personnel should refer the student to the designated Core Teams using a Behavior Report Form. The Core Teams will evaluate the data relating to the behavior and determine the most appropriate course of action. This team will also work with dropout prevention.
When a student is suspended, he or she will be asked to sign a contractual agreement when hee or she returns wth his or her parent. The student, parent, principal, and student services coordinator will sign the contract. This agreement could require the parent(s) and student agreeing to attend after-school counseling sessions with a judge, district attorney, juvenile court counselor, minister, or board member.
LONG-TERM SUSPENSION OR EXPULSION WHEN APPROVED BY SUPERINTENDENT
If a principal. recommends that a student be suspended for more than ten (10) days, suspended for any period during the last ten (10) school days of the school year, or expelled, the student, within five (5) school days after the commencement of the suspension, will be notified of a panel hearing at the Board of Education building.
Procedure for Hearing:
a) The Principal shall have the following powers and duties:
1) Set time and place for hearing (must be within (5) school days of receipt of request).
2) Preside over the hearing and make all determination of facts in issue.
b) Conduct of the Hearing:
1) It shall be an informal private hearing and rigid rules of evidence need not be observed.
2) The burden of proof shall be upon the charging party.
3) All interested parties may testify and may be questioned.
4) The Principal shall determine all facts in dispute solely upon the evidence presented.
5) The student and his parent(s) or guardian(s) shall be present at the hearing, and the student may be represented by counsel
6) A record shall be kept of the hearing.
7) The Principal shall inform the student and his parent or guardian of their right to appeal the decision of the Superintendent and the Board of Education.
c) Decision of Superintendent
After considering the recommendation of the Principal, the Superintendent shall notify the student, his/her parent(s) or guardian(s), and the principal of the disposition of the case.
Specific Behavior Policies
TIME-OUT
When a student is found to be in violation for a minor offense, he/she will be removed from the regular classroom and be assigned by the Principal to the Time-Out Room, where close supervision and greater individual attention will be available. Regular classroom assignments will be done under supervision and the Time-Out teacher will work with the student to change his/her behavior. If a student cannot conduct him/herself properly in the Time-Out room, he/she will be suspended. Under no circumstances will a student be allowed in the Time-Out room if the student's continued presence on the school grounds endangers the proper functioning of the school or if suspension offers the only effective way of communicating with the student. The administration may require a parent conference before a student is re-admitted to classes after the third visit to Time-Out.
CLASSROOM PROCEDURES FOR TIME-OUT
1. Academic instruction is continued for each student.
2. Students will bring pens, pencils, paper, notebooks and other academic materials needed when the student reports to Time-Out.
3. Students assigned to Time-Out are expected to follow directions given by the Time-Out teacher.
4. The student will sit in the desk assigned by the Time-Out teacher.
5. The Time-Out teacher will collect completed assignments and place these assignments in the respective teachers' boxes.
6. The student is responsible for the cleanliness of his/her area.
7. The student will lose all activity privileges including club, assembly, and activities of any nature while in Time-Out.
8. The student is allowed two (2) bathroom privileges while in Time-Out, one
(1) before lunch and one (1) after lunch. Bathroom breaks cannot be carried from the morning to the afternoon.
9. Only parents can sign a student out of Time-Out.
10. The student must have a book open and must be working while in Time-Out.
11. The student will not lay his/her head on the desk or sleep while in Time-Out.
12. Students do not eat, chew gum, or talk while in Time-Out.
13. DECA and ICT coordinators will check with the student's employer before the student can leave Time-Out. If a student leaves Time-Out for work, the student will make up one-half day in Time-Out upon returning to school.
14. Any student having a behavior problem while in Time-Out will have his/ her action re-evaluated and further disciplinary action will be taken.
DAMAGE AND THEFT OF SCHOOL OR PERSONAL PROPERTY
The care of school property is the responsibility of every student and teacher. All furniture and fixtures are to be kept clean at all times. The teacher may assign seats each period and check on use or daily abuse. Abuse of school property or furniture results in a serious disciplinary problem. Damages will be assessed.
a) any student who willfully, or through recklessness or gross negligence, damages property owned by or in the custody and care of the Caswell County Board of Education shall be responsible for payment of such damages.
b) the monetary value of any such damage shall be determined by appropriate officials of the Caswell County Board of Education.
A student shall not damage or steal valuable private property either on the school grounds or during a school activity, function, or event off school grounds. Repeated damages or theft involving private property of small value also shall be a basis for long-term suspension or expulsion from school.
PARKING
Driving to school is a privilege. All students drivers must fill out registration forms in the office. Students are to park in designated areas. Parking policy infractions and consequences are listed below:
Infractions: Consequences:
- Parking in the wrong lot 1st Offense = Warning ticket
- No permit visible 2nd Offense = $10.00 fine
- Improper parking:(crooked, on grass, blocking others) Each subsequent fine increases - Reckless driving on school property by $10.00 each time.
* Failure to pay fine by required date will result in revocation of permit. If permits are available, a new permit may be purchased.
** PARKING WHILE PERMIT IS REVOKED WILL RESULT IN TOWING AT OWNER'S EXPENSE **
No student is to return to his/her car until the close of the day, unless permission is granted from the office. Any violation of these rules will result in strong disciplinary action.
CHEATING
A student found cheating will receive a 55 on the six-week report for the subject in which he/she has cheated. This not only applies to a person dishonestly receiving help, but also to the person giving help. Any student who holds office in any club or organization will lose his/her position if proved to be cheating.
DRESS
School dress is to be appropriate and conducive to good study. Extreme styles in dress and hair will be banned if they distract or create disorder.
DRESS CODE
1. No offensive, suggestive clothing will be worn at school or school activity.
2. No hats are to be worn in the building.
3. Clothing should be worn in acceptable fashion: Re: No strapless dresses or attire made of sheer and revealing materials.
4. No shorts more than four inches above the knee.
5. No sunglasses or shades worn in buildings.
6. No jeans or pants worn inappropriately below the waist or having slits, holes, or cuts that reveal skin which should be covered.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
No electronic devices are to be brought to school without written permission from the principal. Some of these devices might include beepers, radios, cellular phones, noisy watches and games. Water guns are also unacceptable at school.
HARASSMENT
is any action that causes friction to occur between peers and/or teachers.
INTIMATE GESTURES
There shall be NO kissing, fondling, necking, or any action suggesting intimacy.
LOCKERS
1) Locks must be purchased for $6.00 and maintained with the student through out his/her high school career. Locks other than those furnished by the school will be removed.
2) It is the responsibility of the student to notify the office of any lock changes.
3) The lockers are for the convenience of the students, and the school assumes no responsibility for the property left in them.
4) Property is not to be left on top of lockers. Property left outside of the lockers will be returned to the lost and found.
5) The Administration reserves the right to search any locker if probable cause exists.
TEXTBOOKS AND PROPER CARE
All students are provided free textbooks to be used during the school year for subjects requiring books. Students, however must pay for lost textbooks.
Listed below are state regulations regarding State textbooks.
115C-99 LEGAL CUSTODIANS OF BOOKS FURNISHED BY STATE. Local boards of education are custodian of all books furnished by the State. They shall . . . emphasize to all students the necessity for proper care of text-books. 115C-100 DAMAGE FEES AUTHORIZED. . . Damage fees may be charged for abuse or loss of textbooks under the rules and regulations promulgated by the State Bd. of Education.
115C-523 CARE OF SCHOOL PROPERTY. . . If a child in the school carelessly or willfully damages school property, the teacher or the principal shall report the damages to the parent, and if the parent refuses to pay the cost of repairing the same, the teacher or principal shall report the offense to the superintendent of schools.
PASSES
A student who leaves a classroom must have a signed pass from the teacher showing the date, time and place of the student's intended visit.Any teacher may check the pass at any time. A student must return to the room from which the pass is issued. These passes must be taken by the teacher when the student returns.
ID CARDS
Identifications Cards will be issued at the beginning of the school term. These cards are to be kept in each student's possession at all times and are subject to be checked by any school official at any time. If the card is lost, report the loss to the school's secretary. A cost of $3.00 will be charged for a new card. ID cards and copies of Social Security cards will be collected at the end of the senior year.
ADVERTISING THROUGH THE SCHOOL
Publicity for non-school related programs, activities, functions, etc. require written approval 24 hours in advance. The school reserves the right to reject any item of publicity if it is deemed not in the best interest of the school.
TRANSPORTATION/SCHOOL BUS
All students are expected to remain seated when the bus is in motion and to conduct themselves in a responsible manner. Morally degrading conduct or an act which endangers the life or safety of others will be dealt with promptly and effectively. Improper conduct on buses may result in several penalties or removal from the bus for a specific length of time.
The State of North Carolina provides public transportation for students, and use of service is encouraged; there is no law requiring use of the bus.
If a school bus is late arriving at school, bus riders are required to sign in at the office.
A DRIVER'S RESPONSIBILITY IN STUDENT CONDUCT: A school bus driver recognizes the fact that he is in full charge of the pupils while they are riding the bus and that he has the same responsibility as the classroom teacher.
There are certain rules that are designed for the discipline and safety of the occupants of a school bus. It should be the driver's responsibility to see that each student knows these rules. He should set an example and, with the aid of the principal, see that the rules are followed.
MEETING THE BUS:
1) Be on time.
2) Stand on the side of the highway and in no way do anything to interfere with traffic. Cross the road under the protection of stop sign.
3) Wait your turn while getting on the bus
4) While on the bus, passengers should observe regular classroom conduct except for ordinary conversation.
a) Take an assigned seat.
b) Do not talk to or otherwise disturb the driver.
c) Do not extend hands or arms out of the window
d) Remain seated while the bus is in motion.
e) Keep bus clean and sanitary (No food/drink).
f) Do not use tobacco, profane or indecent language.
g) Never damage or deface the bus.
h) Do not use radios and tape players on the bus.
It is the driver's responsibility to transport the passengers to and from school safely; therefore, it is recommended that a person who misbehaves never be put off and made to walk. Instead, such misconduct will be reported to the principal.
THE SCHOOL HAS THE AUTHORITY TO SUSPEND STUDENTS FROM RIDING THE BUS FOR THE FOLLOWING INFRACTIONS:
1) Delay of bus schedule.
2) Fighting, smoking, using profanity, or refusing to obey instructions of school
authority or bus driver while on school bus.
3) Tampering with the bus.
4) Refusing to meet the bus at designated stop.
5) Unauthorized leaving of the bus when in route
6) Playing, throwing paper or other objects, or otherwise distracting the driver's attention while the bus is in operation.
7) Failure to observe established safety rules and regulations.
8) Bringing weapons on the school bus.
BARTLETT YANCEY HIGH SCHOOL CLUB AND SPONSOR INFORMATION
CLUB SPONSOR
AFTER SCHOOL CHORUS E. FOSTER/S. WILSON
BETA E. BALMORI
Christian Club D. Owen
DECA J. PAGE
FRENCH CLUB C. COBB
FBLA H. BROWN
FFA C. VERNON
FHA K. MIMS / W. ROBERTS
FTA B. BREWER
HOSA C. REAGAN
JV CHEERLEADERS G. POTEAT
NJROTC J. SICZ / D. BISHOP
SPANISH E. BALMORI / M. GERY
SAC L. ULSHAFER / D. MCLEAN
STUDENT COUNCIL T. BLACKWELL
VARSITY CHEERLEADERS L. LASSITER
STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAM: Student Support Program (SSP) is an early identification and intervention program for students thought to be experiencing a variety of personal, social, or academic difficulties. These difficulties may or may not be related to substance abuse. The classroom teacher will have a way to obtain help for students who, for whatever reason, are not experiencing success in the classroom.
Referrals from concerned teachers will first go to the Core Team, which will guide the support teams as they empower the students to take charge of their lives, to set realistic goals, to negotiate well, to seek advice when needed, and to develop self-esteem. This program will involve early identification, assessment, referral, support, and follow-up.
A range of school staff must be involved. It is unlikely that the school alone can always solve any student's problems. Thus, a continuum of services, both within the school and in the community, is needed. With the help and concern of our entire staff, Bartlett Yancey High School will provide the first link in a chain of support that will be forged between the student, the school, the family, and the community. Numbers of local services for teens/families include:
Caswell Mental Health 694-4333 Caswell County Social Service 694-4141
Caswell Parish 694-6428 Youth Services Bureau 694-9230
Health Department 694-4129 Family Medical Center 694-9331
Caswell Cares 234-9639 Extension Service 694-4158
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
There will be no closed or secret clubs in the school. Students have the right to belong to any organization if they meet the qualifications for membership. All clubs will have a statement in their constitutions which sets the criteria for qualifications and maintenance of membership. The Student Council must have a copy of each organization's constitution in its file and a copy must be filed in the Principal's office.
The club or class sponsor and the principal must sign authorization for all club purchases on the approved form. Any purchases without such authorization will be the responsibility of the purchaser. The necessary funds must be in the club's treasury before any activity or purchase can be authorized.
STUDENT FEES
Agriculture $10.00 Insurance $ 7.00 (optional)
Home Economics $ 6.00 Typing $10.00
Home & Family Living $ 5.00 Science $ 5.00
Chorus $ 6.00 Lock Fee* $ 6.00
Library* $ 5.00 ID Card* $ 3.00
Parking Permit $20.00 Prom $30.00 per couple
Instructional Fee* $ 5.00 Art $ 5.00
Advanced Biology $ 5.00 Physical Ed. $ 5.00
* denotes requireed fees for all students to be paid in first period
All fees are subject to change by the Caswell County Board of Education, August 1997.
All fees must be paid by the end of each school year and financial obligations must be settled with the school in order to assure academic credit or promotion.
MEDIA CENTER
1) Materials for extended study and reading pleasure are provided by the Media Center, including a large selection of educational materials. The library media center is a center for student development and is open from 7:30 to 3:30 p.m.
2) Circulation: Students may check out four (4) books at a time, unless books are on reserve. Books in general circulation may be checked out for two weeks and renewed for an additional two weeks. Magazines and pamphlets are avail able for overnight use. All materials must be checked out at the desk before being taken from the library.
3) Fines: Overdue materials are as follows:
2 week books - 5 cents a day
Overnight materials - 25 cents a day
- Reference Books
- Magazines
- Pamphlets
4) Overnight Material: (i.e.., magazines, items from the vertical file, and the career file) must be returned by 8:00 a.m. the next day. When these materials are not in great demand, reference materials may be checked out at 2:30 p.m. only.
5) Specific areas such as the 921's, 800's and short stories may be designated as one-week books upon teacher request.
6) The media center will be open before school, at lunch, and after school for Quiet Study only. Students who cannot cooperate in keeping this policy will lose library privileges.
7) Damage and removal of bar codes:
First Offense: $2.00
Second Offense: Students will be sent to the office.
8) All fines must be paid before additional materials may be checked out. All lost books must be paid for at the list price of the book.
9) No food or drink allowed.
10) Classes scheduled to visit the library should be supervised by the classroom teacher at all times.
EXAMINATION OF THE PERMANENT RECORD
1) Contents of the Permanent Records may be examined only in the presence of a school official competent in interpreting student records: Principal, Assistant Principal, or Guidance Counselor.
2) A student's parents, guardian, or person standing in loco parentis may examine the contents of the permanent records at all reasonable times. However, if the student is at least 18 years of age, his/her parent's access to his/her records may be denied by a written notice from the student.
3) Students at least 18 years of age may examine the contents of the Permanent Record at any reasonable time (within a 45-day period from time of request).
4) When a child's parents are divorced, the records will be open to both parents unless the parent who is the legal guardian requests in writing that the records be closed to the other parent.
5) The parent, guardian, person standing in loco parentis, or student shall have the right to make written objection to any information contained in the records. Any written objection shall become a part of the student's Permanent Record.
6) Parents must have an opportunity for a hearing to challenge the content of their child's school records, and they must have an opportunity to have corrections or deletions made of any inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise inappropriate data.
the Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act of 1974.
According to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the parents of students who are in attendance at a Caswell County School have the right to inspect and review the education records of their children. The right also belongs to the student when he/she reaches the age of eighteen unless the student is a dependent as defined under Section 152 or the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. Parents (Parent is defined as a parent , a guardian , or an individual acting as a parent in the absence of a parent or guardian unless the school has been provided evidence that a State Law, a court decree, or a legally binding instrument provides evidence to the contrary 6-17-76) desiring to inspect the records of their children must call the principal of their school and request an appointment during regular school hours. The principal of the school is responsible for maintaining the educational records.
If a parent/student, upon inspection of the record, wishes to challenge the accuracy of data in the records, he/she will be informed of the challenge procedure. A parent/student may not challenge a teacher's grade other than to question accuracy to the record.
Information collected in the cumulative folder by the school is classified as permanent and supplementary. Only the permanent information is maintained at the Caswell County School last attended by your child. Permanent information consists of name, address, parent's name and telephone number, birthdate and place, grades on academic work, placement in a special program, attendance, standardized test scores,awards, honors, withdrawal and/or graduation information, and a log of persons (other than school officials) who have inspected a pupil's record.
While your child is attending a Caswell County School, supplementary information used in teaching him/her is collected by teachers and removed when it is no longer needed. This information is also available for you to see.
School personnel (administrators, teachers, counselors, school nurses, etc.) who have a legitimate interest in the school record have access to it. If a student transfers to another school system, the last school attended will send a copy of the school record to the requesting school(s).
Other individuals, agencies, and organizations, except those designated by Federal Law, may not inspect the pupil's record without written permission of the parent or eligible student.
Teachers periodically screen each pupil's cumulative folder to remove obsolete information which is no longer pertinent in prescribing of the individual's developmental needs.
Information supplied to the media for use in feature articles on individuals or groups must be non-judgmental and positive in nature. No information may be made available including directory information if parents object to such information being released.
WITHDRAWAL PROCEDURE
Students must follow proper procedures to withdraw from school. No records will be released or recommendations given unless the student has completed the withdrawal form, returned all books, and paid all fees.
When withdrawing from a school term, the student should request a withdrawal form from the guidance office, which he/she presents to each teacher, the librarian, and the school bookkeeper. The student will follow the explicit directions on the withdrawal form in order to complete the form properly. The completed form will be returned to the office for final clearance and a transfer slip.
FREE SPEECH
A) The student has the same right as all citizens, which is guaranteed by the First Amendment to the United State Constitution....
B) While students have a right to free speech, they also have a responsibility not to abuse this right. Any speech, either verbal or symbolic, which materially and substantially disrupts classroom work, school activities or school functions is not protected by the Constitution.
FREEDOM FROM UNREASONABLE SEARCH AND SEIZURE
Parents have the right to expect the safeguarding of their children. School officials have a duty to search if necessary, to maintain the discipline, health, safety, and welfare of students. School officials may search if they have probable cause to believe that a student is concealing illegal contraband.
"As long as school officials act in good faith and for a proper motive, searches that school officials conduct will be valid; any contraband seized may be used as a basis for discipling the students; and in most cases, such evidence will also be admissible in any criminal proceedings brought against the students". (Encyclopedia Dictionary of School Law, 273.)
** SPECIAL: There will be no eating or drinking in the halls.
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
Caswell County Students and Employee Grievance Procedure
It is the policy of the Caswell County Board of Education that all students enrolled in the Caswell County Schools shall have the right to present for solution any problem arising within their status as students and shall be encouraged to exercise this right without fear of recrimination.
Each employee and/or constituant shall have the right to present for solution any problem arising within his/her situation and shall be encouraged to exercise this right without fear of recrimination.
Details of the grievance policies, procedure and grievance forms are in the Caswell County Policy Guide and are made available to students and employees through the principal and/or counselor. Copies are also available through the Title IX Coordinator.
The Title IX Coordinator for the Caswell County Schools is:
Lisa H. Lassiter
Bartlett Yancey High School - Guidance Dept.
PO Box 190
Yanceyville, North Carolina 27379
Telephone (336) 694-4212
The administrator for Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (handicapped quality), is:
Wayne Owen
Caswell County Schools
PO Box 160
Yanceyville, North Carolina 27379
Telephone (336) 694-4116
SEX EQUITY ASSURANCE AND EQUALITY COMMITMENTS
Title IX provides that "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance...with certain exceptions."
Caswell County Schools—Title IX Commitment
As set forth in Title IX, the Caswell County School System does not discriminate in the employment of personnel, the admission of students, nor in the educational programs and activities it operates - other than those exceptions permitted under Title IX.
It is the policy of the Caswell County Board of Education that no student shall, on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin or handicap be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity.
Caswell County Schools - Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment. All persons who are qualified to meet the requirements established for a job are entitled to equal employment opportunities in the Caswell County Schools. The school system does not discriminate against its applicants for employment or against its employees because of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex or handicap.
Caswell County Schools-Married and/or Pregnant Student Policy
Married students shall have the same educational opportunities in this school system as unmarried students.
Further, the Board's responsibility for the education of all school-age children includes the pregnant student, married or unmarried. These students shall be allowed to remain in school within the limits of reasonable safeguards both for the school and the student and so long as her physical and emotional condition permits. Any variation from their continuing in regular school classes shall be based upon their assessed needs. (The student's husband or parents, if she is unmarried, and her physician should be consulted in developing the educational plan to fit her needs.)
Detailed regulations relative to the pregnancy policy are available in the Caswell County Policy Guide. A copy is available from the school principals, counselors or Title IX Coordinator.
Caswell County Waiver Fee Assurance Policy
The Caswell County Board of Education authorizes the provision of a waiver of fees for eligible students in its schools. The school system will uniformly implement procedure to determine student eligibility. Procedures are stated in the Caswell County Policy Guide. A copy of this procedure is available from the school principals.
Bartlett Yancey High School is committed to providing the highest quality educational experience for each child. Our athletic program provides such an experience and provides our students with role models of sportsmanship and discipline.
Along with the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, the faculty, staff, and coaches pledge to you our best efforts in providing the highest quality program possible. We encourage students to compete and participate in high school athletics.
Mel Battle, Principal
Kin Watlington, Athletic Director
SPORTS
Varsity Cheerleaders
JV Cheerleaders
Varsity Football
JV Football
Varsity Women's Tennis
Varsity Volleyball
Varsity Wrestling
Varsity Basketball
JV Basketball
Women's Basketball
JV Women's Basketball
Varsity Baseball
JV Baseball
Varsity Women's Softball
JV Women's Softball
Varsity Women's Track
Varsity Men's Track
Golf
Varsity Men's Tennis
Regular Game Times:
Volleyball 4:30
V. Football 7:30
JV. Football 7:00
Wrestling 7:30
Tennis 4:30
W. V. Basketball 6:30
M. V. Basketball 7:30
W. JV Basketball 4:30
M. JV Basketball 5:30
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