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Agenda cover designed by Shannon Levkovitz

In compliance with federal law, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs,

employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.

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Dear Ardrey Kell Families: We are pleased that you have chosen Ardrey Kell High School as your child’s school. We continue to set high expectations for our staff and our students. We value the commitment of teaching children in a safe and orderly environment for them to learn and grow. We have chosen this agenda to help your child with his/her organizational skills. Used properly, this agenda provides parents the opportunity to know what is expected of your child and may be used to communicate with each of your child’s teachers. Please check the agenda on a daily basis to ensure that your child is on the pathway to success.

Our Philosophy: All students need a loving, caring, and supportive environment to help them grow socially, emotionally, and academically. Before placing students in classes, we assess students’ strengths and weaknesses and we schedule classes that meet their needs. We monitor progress throughout the year to help all students achieve. We have a strong support system in place that provides students the help they need to have success both in and out of the classroom. We make safety and order a top priority by constantly monitoring the instructional environment and making the necessary changes to our safety plans. We build positive communication through the use of our Connect Ed phone system, school website, weekly Knightly News emails, Parent Portal, and student agendas. We are student centered, and we celebrate diversity and creativity on a daily basis. We value our parents and we want them to be a part of our environment by attending school events and volunteering for activities. Expectations: Each year, we review our expectations for not only students, but also for staff members and parents. As a part of the Ardrey Kell family, parents play a major role in the success of the school. Please work with your child to ensure that he/she knows the expectations and continues to live up to them. If your child loses his/her agenda, he/she will be required to purchase a new one. An agenda is required for all students. Rights and Responsibilities Agenda: At Ardrey Kell High School, we follow the guidelines set forth in the CMS Rights and Responsibilities Code of Conduct Handbook. We expect all students to abide by the rules established by the school system. Rule violations will be dealt with as outlined in the handbook. Please read the handbook carefully and make yourself familiar with all the rules and consequences. Also, an appeals process exists to ensure that school actions are fair and equitable. We have your child’s best interests at heart and we want him/her to be a successful learner. Please review all policies and consequences and continue to work with your child to make sure that everyone understands the policies.

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Ardrey Kell High School Administrative Team

David Switzer, Principal Dr. Yolanda Burnette, Assistant Principal – 9th Grade Administrator

Lisa Cline, Assistant Principal Kristina Morgan, Assistant Principal – 10th Grade Administrator

Bridget Ritch, Assistant Principal – 11th Grade Administrator Dale Adair, Dean of Students – 12th Grade Administrator

Monika Patel, Instructional Accountability Facilitator Becky Jachym, Academic Facilitator

Patty Thornton, Pathway Development Coordinator Lori Lang, Senior Administrative Secretary

Melinda McCormick, Treasurer Kelly Bagwell, Main Office Secretary Denise Belton, Attendance Secretary Jenell Pickett, Main Office Secretary

Russell Miller, Student Management Center Julio Herrera, School Resource Officer

Student Services

Kelly DeAntonio, Counselor (A - Cal) Lori DiPierno, Counselor (Cam - Ek) Kristilyn Ramos, Counselor (El - Har) Mary Sartwell, Counselor (Has - Lem)

Chad Cable, Counselor (Len - M) Heather Schiffman, Counselor (N - Rod)

Latricia Mills, Counselor (Roe - S) Jorris Clemmons, Counselor (T-Z)

Maureen Sanborn, Registrar Ellen Satterwhite, Student Services Secretary

Katie Chanthaboury, School Nurse Brandon Webb, Career Development Coordinator

Lynn Marder, School Psychologist

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Table of Contents All Call Policy 4 Athletics 4 Athletic Eligibility Requirements 4 Attendance/Absences 5 Bell Schedules 7 Clubs/Organizations 7 Community Service 7 Confiscated Personal Items 8 Contraband Items 8 Crime Stoppers Program 8 Dress Code 9 Early Dismissal 10 Exams 10 Field Trips 10 Financial Obligations 11 Grading Scale 11 Health Room 11 Homeroom 12 Honor Code 12 Internet Use 13 Knight Time 13 Late Arrivals 13 Lockers 13 Lockout 14 Lunch Regulations 14 Media Center 14 National Honor Society 15 Off-Limit Areas 15 Parking Information 16 Recovery 18 Security 18 Tardies 19 Telephone Use 20 Tutorial Program 20

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All Call Policy

In order to avoid classroom disruptions, students will not be called to the office to pick up personal items dropped off by parents. Student names must be displayed on the articles before they are brought in to be picked up. Items are to be dropped off on the table provided outside. Students will not be called out of class to pick up homework, lunches, gym clothes, etc. Ardrey Kell is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any lost or stolen items left for students. Ardrey Kell High School does not accept floral, candy grams or balloon deliveries for any student at any time.

Athletics

MEN WOMEN

Fall

Cross Country Cheerleading

Football Cross Country

Soccer Golf

Tennis

Volleyball

Winter

Basketball Basketball

Wrestling Cheerleading

Indoor Track Indoor Track

Swimming Swimming

Spring

Baseball Lacrosse

Golf Soccer

Lacrosse Softball

Tennis Track

Track

Athletic Eligibility Requirements

Only students in grades 6-12 may participate in interscholastic athletic competition (State Board of Education Regulation). In order to qualify for public school participation, a student must meet the following requirements, but is not limited to the following requirements:

No student may be eligible to participate at the high school level for a period lasting longer than eight (8) consecutive semesters, beginning with the student’s entry into the 9th grade or participation on a high school team, whichever occurs first. For students who skip the 9th grade and advance directly to the 10th from the 8th, the year prior to entering the 10th grade is considered the first year of entry into 9th grade for athletics. The principal shall have evidence of the date of each player’s entry into 9th grade. The North Carolina cumulative record is sufficient.

Student-athletes establish a “sports school” at which they are eligible to participate in interscholastic athletics. The sports school for new students and 9th graders is the school in which the student is enrolled on the first day of school.

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Athletic Eligibility Requirements (continued)

Students must also meet the requirements set out below. For other students, the sports school will usually be either the school attended the previous year or the student’s home school. There are exceptions to this general rule.

9th– 12th Grades Must meet local promotion standards

Must have earned a 2.0 GPA from previous semester

Must have passed a minimum load of work during the previous

semester *

Must be currently enrolled in at least one-half of the minimum

academic course load.

Must be in attendance at school for at least one-half of the

instructional day

Shall not participate if he/she becomes 19 years of age on or

before August 31 of said school year

*High School: For athletic eligibility purposes, a minimum load is defined as passing a minimum of three out of four on a 4 x 4 format (or six out of eight courses in the A/B format) of block scheduling during the traditional school day.

Attendance/Absences

(Both excused and unexcused absences count towards 10-day limit students are allowed to have for each class.)

There is a direct correlation between regular attendance and school achievement; therefore, it is imperative that students are in class every day. The North Carolina Attendance Laws (GS-115C-378) expect every student to be in attendance each school day. There may be times that a student must be absent. In the event of an absence, the student must bring a note signed by a parent, guardian, or health care professional stating the reason for the absence(s), the date(s) of the absence(s) and any other pertinent information. Students who are absent:

Complete the Ardrey Kell Absence Form that is found on our website. It must be signed by a parent or legal guardian stating the reason for the absence(s), the date(s) of the absence and any other documentation (dr. note/dentist note, etc.)

Turn in the form to the Main Office when you return to school. All absences are considered unexcused until a form is presented. Forms and notes presented more than five (5) days after the student returns to school will be accepted but the absence will remain “unexcused”.

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Absences (continued) It is the student’s responsibility to contact individual teachers within five (5) school days for any work missed during the absence that must be made up. Make sure to reference each teacher’s course syllabus for specific details regarding missed work. Students arriving at school after 11:00 AM or departing from school prior to 11:00 AM will be considered absent for the entire school day and will not be permitted to participate in CMS sponsored activities on that day. A student who misses more than half of any class period will be considered absent from that class for that day. When absent an extended period of time (5 or more days) due to a chronic or extended illness, or other unforeseen events, please notify the attendance secretary, your counselor, grade level administrator and our school nurse, before returning to school. Such illnesses/absences can and often do affect academic performance. Sharing this information as soon as possible will help to maintain a team approach in ensuring your child’s academic success. Excused Absences (absence note must be presented in order for an excused absence): Illness Death in immediate family Doctor/Dental appointments Religious observances (holidays must be approved by the school district prior to the absence) Court proceedings Approved/verification of college visits (Juniors – Limit 1 and Seniors - Limit 2 – verification notes from the college one the date of your visit must be presented with the absence form) Examples of Unexcused Absences: Traffic/Car trouble Inclement weather Missing the bus Oversleeping Vacation/Family trips

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Bell Schedules All bell schedules are posted on the AK website. School begins at 7:15 AM and lockout begins at 7:25 AM. On testing days and Early Release days both school and lockout start promptly at 7:15 AM. Announcements will be made at school and through AK’s social media regarding any changes that may occur with schedules. School Access: All school doors are locked from 7:25 AM – 4:00 PM. Please enter the building through the doors at the front of the building. Students must be off campus by 2:45 PM. If a student is not in extracurricular activities or attending tutoring, he or she must be off campus by 2:45 PM. Once a student leaves the building they are not permitted to re-enter. All violators will be given a consequence for failing following this policy.

Clubs/Organizations

Ardrey Kell has a number of clubs and organizations that support services, interests, academics, and vocations. An Inter Club Council (ICC) coordinates the activities among the various groups. There are a number of honor societies that require certain criteria for membership. Most service clubs are open for all to join. Clubs will begin after school has started it is important for your student to listen to the morning announcements for all meetings that will be taking place. Ardrey Kell clubs can be found on the AK website on the left hand side that says Club Information.

Community Service

Knights-In-Action is Ardrey Kell High School’s VOLUNTARY Community Service Program. Students who choose to participate in this program will be eligible for membership in the Order of the Purple Knights. To qualify as a member of this elite order, a student must complete a minimum of 25 hours of community service during each year of enrollment at Ardrey Kell. Community Service hours for each academic year may be earned during the summer months prior to and after the academic year. For a complete description of this program, as well as information about how to track and document service hours, please visit www.akvc3.com/kia.

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Confiscated Personal Items

Ardrey Kell High School personnel will strictly adhere to the policies outlined in the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook as they pertain to personal property. The use of cell phones, IPODs, IPADs, Apple watches, headphones, ear buds and other personal technology devices are not permitted during school hours unless used for educational purposes designated by the teacher. The use of such devices during restricted hours (7:25 AM - 2:15 PM) will result in the confiscation of the item. Seniors with early release and 4th block senior bell, no phone usage until they exit the building.

The first time an electronic device (including cell phones) is confiscated, it will be held for three (3) consecutive days, beginning the day it is confiscated.

The second time an electronic device (including cell phones) is confiscated, the electronic device will be held for five (5) consecutive days, beginning the day it is confiscated.

The third time an electronic device (including cell phones) is confiscated, the electronic device will be held for seven (7) consecutive days, beginning the day it is confiscated.

The fourth time and any additional infractions will be an Administrator’s consequence.

Contraband Items

No gun, explosive, blackjack, knife or any other weapon is permitted to be stored in a locker or brought onto the school grounds. Students doing so will face expulsion and legal prosecution.

No alcoholic beverage or any other drug is permitted on school grounds. Students doing so will face suspension/expulsion and legal prosecution.

Crime Stoppers Program Campus Crime Stoppers is part of a comprehensive response plan to keep our schools safe. Students work with Officer Herrera to provide information about crime in the community or the Ardrey Kell campus. All information is kept confidential. Crime Stoppers provides money for cash rewards for relevant information.

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Dress Code In accordance with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Rights and Responsibilities Handbook, the following dress code for students at Ardrey Kell has been established:

1. All clothing must be worn in an appropriate and tasteful manner.

2. Students are required to wear shoes at all times for health and safety reasons.

3. Students are required to wear shirts at all times.

4. Abusive, sexually suggestive or profane language, symbols of illegal drugs or alcohol, or any other words, symbols, or slogans that disrupt the learning environment may not be worn on clothing or as jewelry.

5. The following items will NOT be worn at school:

Any tops exposing any part of the midsection, chest area or undergarments which includes bralettes.

Pajamas or sleepwear, bedroom shoes/slippers, blankets, pillows. Pants worn below the waist or showing clothing beneath the main

outerwear. Spaghetti straps, halter tops, strapless, midriffs and open back tops

exposing any part of the midsection, back area or chest area. Shirts showing an excessive about of skin are not to be worn. Shirts, rompers and dresses should not be worn if they are excessively

short, tight, “see through” or low-cut. Headbands – cannot be bigger than and 1 inch – this applies to both male

and female students, Hats, hoods, caps, sunglasses, bandanas, doo-rags, sweatbands and combs are not to be worn at school.

Anything not listed, but deemed disruptive to the learning environment can be addressed individually by any staff member.

6. Students who do not follow Dress Code:

1st – Warning –Warnings will be given to students until September 30th. After that, 1st offenses will start with 1 Day ASD.

2nd - offense – 1 Day After School Detention (ASD)

3rd - offense – Administrative consequence

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Early Dismissal – Checking in/out of school

Students are not authorized to leave campus after arrival without strictly adhering to Ardrey Kell’s checkout procedures. In order to leave campus during the school day, students must have an Early Release form, which is found on the AK website completely filled out with a parent/guardian signature. The note must be brought into the Main Office by the student prior to first block. If a note is not presented at the time of check out you will be asked to fill one out and to provide proof of identification which can delay your student’s release. There will be NO early dismissals after 1:30 PM. For the protection of students, no phone calls or emails for early release/late arrival will be accepted. Seniors: If you have Early Release in your schedule, you must leave campus after 3rd block and cannot linger at school. Students who fail to follow this policy will be subject to a schedule change. No early dismissals will be allowed during Knight Time and Homeroom.

Exams

Students will not be allowed to take any exams earlier than the published schedule. Testing dates will not be individually rearranged. Students are expected to be present through the last day of school, June 7th, 2019, so please plan accordingly.

Midterm and final exams are required in all courses. The NC End-of-Course (EOC) tests will be the final exam in EOC courses.

All students will be required to take the NC End-of-Course tests, NC final exams, CTE End- of- Course tests, any course exams, and other mandated performance measures.

Exams are ONLY administered during the last 5 days of each semester. On testing days school begins at 7:15 AM, students who arrive after this time run

the risk of taking the test on make-up day.

Field Trips A field trip is any off campus activity of significant educational value which is an extension of the instructional program. Prior to the field trip, any student participating must be in good standing with grades (C or higher) and cannot have more than (5) unexcused absences in a class.

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Financial Obligations

Financial obligations will be monitored and tracked throughout a student’s academic career. Delinquent accounts are subject to the following actions:

1. Student’s record will be flagged. 2. Student will not be able to participate in graduation/promotion activities and the

diploma will be held. 3. Student will not participate in field trips, extra-curricular activities, which includes

sports, theatre, band, clubs, dances and any other school activity. 4. If withdrawing or enrolling in another CMS school, student’s delinquent fee

information will be sent to that school. 5. If enrolling in another school system, only necessary information for enrollment

will be sent to that school. 6. Student will lose parking privilege/spot.

Grading Scale

The CMS High School grading scale is used across the system to measure student performance for the purpose of reporting progress to parents.

A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 D 60-69 F Below

Health Room

The Health Room is located in the Main Office. It is for emergency use and minor first aid treatment only. Students will not be allowed to remain in the Health Room for longer than 5 minutes unless it is determined that he/she is too ill to return to class. If it is determined that a student is too ill to return to class, a parent or guardian will be notified and asked to pick up their student or give permission for the student to leave. If a student is unable to leave school, he/she must return to class. Medication Administration – For safety purposes, medication will only be administered to students if a Medication Authorization Form is completed by a Physician and signed by a parent then returned to the school nurse; this includes over the counter medications as well.

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Homeroom Students remain with their Homeroom class for all four years of high school. This is an opportunity for teachers and students to assess the progress in their classes and make informed decisions about where to attend Knight Time. This time is also used to discuss current events, participate in ice-breaker/team building activities, and attend grade level events. Building a relationship with your Homeroom teacher is a key to your success in high school. In addition to this relationship, there will be a quarterly evaluation from your Homeroom teacher. The “grade” (exceeds expectations, meets expectations or does not meet expectations) will impact a student’s opportunity to park on campus, attend extracurricular activities, participant in clubs, etc. The Homeroom process is a critical part of our Graduation Initiative.

Honor Code

Ardrey Kell High School supports student adherence to the CMS Student Honor Code regarding the merits of ethical behavior and fair play. Cheating on exams or other academic work will not be tolerated and will lead to serious repercussions for students. Any honor code violation may result in disqualification from the National Honor Society.

“I will not cheat or help others cheat; will take pride in my school and how I represent it; and will be responsible for my actions. I understand that violating this honor code compromises my self-respect. I will follow this honor code and help others do the same.”

Consequences for Honor Code Violations

1st Offense: 3 Days Teacher ASD, 0 for the assignment, suspended from any extracurricular activities for 3 days and referral to the administration

2nd Offense: 3 Days Teacher ASD, 0 for the assignment, suspended from any

extracurricular activities for 5 days and 1 Day ISS (In School Suspension)

3rd Offense: 3 Days Teacher ASD, 0 for the assignment, suspended from any

extracurricular activities for indefinitely and 1 Day OSS (Out of School Suspension) – *Will be reflected on your official transcript*

4th (+) Offense: As assigned by the administrator

***Any violation of the Honor Code will have an effect on continuing in school leadership roles or participating in extracurricular activities. ***

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Internet Use

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education Policy #6160 will be followed for student and faculty use and access to the Internet. CMS offers an Internet network (CMSNET) accessible to students, parents, and staff. CMS users will sign an “Internet Acceptable Use Agreement” prior to being given access to CMSNET. This agreement will define the educational objectives and guidelines for use as well as unacceptable uses which will result in revocation of access to the Internet and possible legal action. CMS has installed centralized software to control, monitor, and filter inappropriate material. Students under the age of 18 must have written parental permission before being given access to CMSNET.

Knight Time

Knight Time is a remediation/tutoring time built into the school day for all students. It operates on a rotating schedule every three weeks. Students are responsible for selecting the class that they want to attend for Knight Time, and then communicating their choice to their Homeroom teacher. During Knight Time remediation groups are smaller than regular class sizes, and are meant to target specific skills that students may be struggling with.

Late Arrivals

Lockout begins @ 7:25 AM. If you arrive after 7:25 AM, you must have a Late Arrival form, which can be found on the AK website, completely filled out with a parent/guardian signature. If a note is not presented at the time of check in you will be asked to fill one out and to provide proof of identification which can delay your student’s arrival. Failure to sign out and leaving campus (skipping class) without permission will result in disciplinary action and parking privileges revoked. Please try to schedule early dismissal times for the end of class periods to eliminate classroom disruptions. Classroom teachers cannot grant permission for a student to leave campus. Only the Main Office personnel or an administrator can authorize this action.

Lockers

All lockers are the property of the school. Lockers can be used for a $5.00 fee and are assigned to the student only upon the student’s agreement to the following terms and conditions:

Students are responsible for all property placed in the locker. Lockers should be used only for storage of such property as is necessary for the student’s school activities such as school books, school projects, gym clothes, etc.

Lockers are the property of CMS officials. School officials are authorized to open and search any locker to remove unauthorized articles or any other items which may endanger the health, welfare, or safety of students or school personnel.

Students are not permitted to change or share lockers without permission from

the school administration.

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Lockout

If a student reports to school after the tardy bell rings, he/she will report directly to SMC, after checking in at the front office. Failure to sign in will result in disciplinary action, including possible loss of driving privileges. Lockouts are cumulative for the school year. Community service is an essential component of our lockout program. It is the student’s responsibility to contact his/her teachers within five (5) school days for make-up work needed due to any class absence. Students who have major tests (as determined by the teacher) or other date specific assignments will be required to complete those either in the classroom or in the Student Management Center (SMC) under the supervision of the SMC Coordinator and administrator. Attendance will remain coded as an unexcused absence.

1st & 2nd Warning (recorded as a lockout and student is sent to class)

3rd Remain in SMC

4th ASD (After School Detention – failure to serve will result in a day of ISS or Saturday School)

5th 1 Day ISS (In School Suspension)

6th Administrative consequence

Lunch Regulations

Students are not permitted to leave campus during lunch and are allowed only in those areas designated for food. Students found in the parking lot or in other unauthorized areas will be subject to the consequences outlined in the Student’s Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. Students are expected to keep the designated areas clean. No utensils are to be thrown in the trash or removed from the cafeteria. Food cannot be consumed in a classroom unless authorized by the teacher. Bringing food from a commercial establishment to students during lunch hours is HIGHLY discouraged.

Media Center

The AK Media Center welcomes students, staff, and community members to our environment and provides them with multimedia resources to be creative, independent users of ideas & information. Our information resources support the Common Core State Standards and the National Education Technology Plan (NETP) as well as provide materials to develop personal interests. Hours: 6:55 AM - 3:00 PM, Mon-Thurs: Students may come before school – 6:55 AM to 7:10 AM, during lunches and after school – 2:15 PM to 3:00 PM. During lunches, you must have a stamped signature from your teacher to be in the Media Center. You may not eat lunch in the media center or sit in the hallway outside the Media Center. Teachers may also reserve space for small group or class instruction. Availability is subject to change based on meetings or activities being held in the Media Center.

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Media Center (continued)

Book Circulation & Fines: A maximum number of 10 books may be checked out for up to 2 weeks. Books may be renewed if needed for longer time periods. The fine for a lost book is the replacement value of the book. Electronic books may also be checked out through Destiny. There is a limit of 2 Ebooks at a time per student. They can be checked out for 2 weeks. They will automatically be returned at the end of the 2 week period. Print & Photocopy Fees: Printing fees are $.10/black & white page and $.25/color page. Black and white Photocopies are also available for $.10/photocopy. Teachers have the opportunity to schedule group instruction or small collaborative groups at any time in the Media Center. Students will have access to a desktop computer or a Chromebook while there providing flexible access to relevant information resources. While in our Media Center, students are expected to always show respect to others and our resources; to contribute to a safe and caring environment; and to use facilities and resources in manner conducive to learning. The Media Center staff and student assistants will assist you in locating and using the resources and technology at Ardrey Kell. Just ask, we are happy to help!

National Honor Society

Selection to the National Honor Society is a privilege reserved for those students at Ardrey Kell who demonstrate all of the following components of the selection process:

The student must have attended AKHS for a minimum of one semester. The student must be a junior or senior with a minimum of five high school

semesters completed. The student must have a minimum 3.25 unweighted GPA (5 semester cumulative

GPA). The student must have demonstrated good character (no recent suspensions or

cheating) and have shown respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring, and citizenship.

The student must have demonstrated on-going leadership in both the school and the community.

The student must have demonstrated on-going service to the school and community (over a minimum of two years) by the completion of community service projects for which no compensation was given. This does not include service to family members.

Off-Limit Areas

The following areas are off limits to students during the school day:

Parking lots Driveways around the school Halls and restrooms during instructional time without a signed agenda Teacher Workroom Other areas designated by the administration

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Parking Information

Parking is a privilege that may be limited or revoked, without refund, at any time!

Students must have a cumulative weighted GPA of 2.50 or above to qualify for parking.

Cost to park on Ardrey Kell Campus - $25 per semester. o 2nd semester parking spots for Juniors will be assigned at the End of

1st Semester through a lottery. Note: Juniors – you are NOT guaranteed a spot for 2nd semester as a result of having a spot 1st Semester.

o Parking permits: Only issued at assigned times – will not be issued early – no

exceptions. In the event you need to drive a different car to school, you

must notify the Main Office immediately, fill out the form provided or be fined $25.00.

Students may not sell, or share their parking permits or parking spots with other students.

o Consequences: o 1st offense - $25.00 fine and revocation of parking privileges

for 2 weeks. o 2nd offense and after - $25.00 fine and revocation of parking

privileges for the remaining of the semester.

Students may park in designated parking areas only. No parking areas include: front of the school, handicapped spaces, staff lot, bus lot, visitor lot (unless designated), tennis court or any space to which you have not been specifically assigned.

o Consequences: o 1st offense - $25.00 fine and parking privileges and spot

revoked for 2 weeks. o 2nd offense and after - $25.00 fine and revocation of parking

privileges for the remaining of the semester.

Due to security reasons, once you arrive on AKHS campus you MUST exit the vehicle immediately. NO LOITERING! No sitting in your vehicle to eat, listen to music, apply your makeup, finish getting ready for school etc. This applies when leaving school; you must get in your vehicle and leave campus – NO Exceptions!

o Consequences: o $25.00 fine and revocation of parking privileges/spot based on

administrative decision. o 1st time – Warning o 2nd time – Loose parking privilege for 2 weeks o 3rd time – Parking is revoked o 4 or more – Administrative consequence

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Parking (continued)

Parking stickers – a valid Ardrey Kell parking permit MUST be displayed on the lower left corner of the driver’s front window at all times. No other sticker from previous years can be displayed and the sticker must be adhered on the window and not taped.

o 1st offense - $25.00 fine and parking privileges/spot revoked for 2 weeks.

o 2nd offense - $25.00 fine and privileges/spot revoked for the remaining of the semester.

Students who are awarded a parking permit must actively use their spot on

an everyday basis. Any parking space that is not used every day or is vacant for an extended period of time will be revoked without a refund.

Other causes for Suspension/revocation of driving privileges

1. Excessive tardiness to school /extreme absenteeism. 2. Leaving campus without permission, skipping class, or taking other students

off campus without permission. 3. Skipping Homeroom/Knight Time. 4. ISS and OSS. 5. Reckless driving, unsafe movement, speeding and/or spinning tires on

campus. Maximum Speed on Campus is 10 MPH! 6. Not following proper traffic patterns or driving through the bus lot, unless

directed to do so. 7. Repeated violations of the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. 8. Failure to adhere to Homeroom expectations.

Parking Tickets

(Cash only)

The cost of a ticket on campus is $25.00 per violation. All fines must be paid within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) in the main office. IF YOUR VEHICLE IS ON CAMPUS DURING A SUSPENSION OF PRIVILEGES, YOU

WILL BE FINED $25.00 AND WILL AFFECT ANY FUTURE PRIVILEDGES OF PARKING ON CAMPUS.

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Recovery

(Both excused and unexcused absences count towards 10-day limit students are allowed to have for each class.)

Each department will provide a recovery schedule which will be posted around school and on the schools website once staffing and scheduling is complete. In order to receive credit, the following requirements must be met:

Each recovery session is 90 minutes long. Recovery is from 2:30 - 4:00 PM. Each department determines its own

location. Students will not be admitted late. Any student who is disruptive will be removed and will not receive credit for

that day.

Security

The following items are required for all Ardrey Kell students: Agenda: Every student is required to purchase an Ardrey Kell agenda and have it on him/her during the school day. If a student does not have an agenda, he/she will be given one in the main office and charged $5.00 which must be paid by the next day. The agenda is a great tool to help students stay organized and informed of daily class assignments. Also, it is a hall pass for when a student is out of class. Student ID: Every student is required to have their student ID on them on a daily basis. A student ID is required for entrance into all classes. (Using an inappropriate ID is an Honor Code violation) Student ID pictures will be taken at the beginning of the year in the Media Center. Replacement IDs cost $3.00. Students who do not have their ID will be sent to the Media Center to have one made one and will be charged $3.00, which must be paid by the next day. The student ID provides access to the student’s Media Center account, lunch account, exams and is an additional security measure to help identify Ardrey Kell students during the school day. Additional Security items: All drink containers must be in a clear container. Any container that does not meet these requirements will be confiscated. This includes all types of coffee containers and non-see through water bottles.

Consequences for Security Violations

1st Offense: Warning - All warnings will be given to students until September 30th. After that offenses will start with 1 Day ASD 2nd Offense: Buy a new ID/Agenda 3rd Offense: 1 Day ASD, and buy a new ID/Agenda 4th Offense: 3 Days ASD, and buy a new ID/Agenda 5th (+) Offense: Administrator Consequence

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Tardies Students are expected to be on time for all classes. All students, including drivers, who are late to school must complete a Late Arrival form which can be found on the AK website. We will not accept phone calls or emails for any late students – NO EXCEPTIONS! If a student is late for 2nd, Knight Time, Homeroom, 3rd or 4th block class, he/she is to report immediately to the Main Office with their Late Arrival form. Students without forms will be sent to lockout. Parents will not be allowed to be called to come back and sign in their child. Grade level administrators will meet with those students with excessive absences/tardies to 1st block and contact parents to develop a plan for the student and to inform them of the consequences of the excessive absences. (The following serves as a general guide for consequences at Ardrey Kell)

Action ISS OSS Action ISS OSS

ASD - Failure to Appear (1x)

SATURDAY DETENTION

ISS/SMC - Kicked Out 1 ASD - Failure to Appear (Repeated) 2

Physical Contact/Potential Fight/Hitting 1, 3

ASD - Kicked Out 1

Possession-Drugs/Paraphernalia 10

Cursing Minor/Major 1 1

Possession- Vaping/Pods/ Paraphernalia 3*

Disrespect 1 Saturday School-Failure

to Appear 2

Disruptions - Chronic 1,2 Skipping Class 1

Fighting - Major 3, 5, 10

Skipping School 2

Forgery/Misrep./Theft 1 10 Theft

Minor/Major 1 10

Horseplay 1

Under the Influence - Illegal substances (including at all extra- curricular events) 3*

Inappropriate Use of Technology (i.e. Texting, Social Media, etc.) 2

Vandalism – Minor/Major 1 10

No Lunch Detentions If not otherwise listed, the Code of Conduct will be used to determine the

consequence. Students who are habitual offenders will have stronger consequences.

In addition to the 3 days OSS for Possession of Vaping, Pods and Paraphernalia and Under the Influence, there will be 20 hours of School Based Community Service.

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Telephone Use

A student telephone is available in the Main Office. Students may not call parents to ask for early dismissals using personal phones. All calls must be made from the student phone in the Main Office. This phone may not be used when class is in session or between classes. Students are not permitted to use other office phones.

Tutorial Program

Ardrey Kell has an extensive tutorial program that is available to all students free of charge. Students may receive additional help in all subjects before school, and after school. Please contact your teacher to set up times for tutoring sessions. I look forward to another great school year as an Honor School of Excellence. Thank you for all your support and dedication to Ardrey Kell High School. Have a wonderful and successful school year. Sincerely, David Switzer Principal Ardrey Kell High School