CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Central High School’s mission is for each student to achieve the academic and social skills
necessary to be competitive in a global environment and to be successful workers, citizens, and
lifelong learners through the completion of all graduation requirements and participation in cocurricular and extracurricular learning experiences.
It is the vision of Central High School to be the high school of choice through the achievement
of the highest levels of academic, personal, and professional standards for all students. By
enhancing our tradition of excellence, graduates of Central High School will continue to be
successful citizens and leaders of tomorrow.
 Each student is unique with individual worth.
 Student achievement is the nucleus around which all decisions are made.
 Students are successful in a safe, supportive environment that promotes student
achievement and aids them in developing to their full potential.
 Research based, data-driven decisions facilitate the continuous improvement of student
achievement which will lead to the elimination of the achievement gap.
 Students achieve best when instruction and assessment techniques are varied and when
consideration is given to each students’ individual needs.
 The policies and procedures of Central High School enhance students’ academic
achievement and social skills and enable them to become successful citizens.
 Student achievement is the focus of communication, shared decision-making and
collaboration between parents, students, school personnel, and the community.
ATTENDANCE
Student Attendance
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Questions regarding student attendance should be directed to Ms. Gathing or Ms. Cole in the
attendance office and/or the Assistant Principal in charge of the relevant grade level (9th Ms.
Dennis and Mr. Applewhite, 11th Mr. McClelland, 12th Ms. Epps, and 10th TBD).
State law and local school board policy determine satisfactory absences. If you have questions
about a student’s absence, please contact the attendance office. First period teachers should
encourage students to bring notes on the FIRST DAY THE STUDENT RETURNS TO SCHOOL.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY NOTES AFTER THAT 3 SCHOOL DAY TIMEFRAME. Any
absences not properly excused within the given time frame will be recorded as unexcused.
Excused Absences
 Note by parent for personal illness
 Note by parent for illness in immediate family
 Note by parent for death in immediate family
 Doctor’s statement
 School approved activity (Mark present if student is on a field trip list.
 Court appearance with official note from court
Write “field trip” in comment section.)
Unexcused Absences
 No note
 Note citing something other than an excusable reason
Please note the following:
1. If a student does not bring a note after returning from an absence, the absence is
considered unexcused.
2. If a student comes into class with an excused note after being issued an unexcused
absentee report, the teacher will issue the student a replacement form to be signed
by all teachers.
3. Attach the note to the back of the original copy of the Student Absentee Report and
send it along with the yellow copy to the attendance office.
4. Give the pink copy to the student to carry to his/her subject teachers.
HELPFUL HINTS
 Check attendance carefully each class, each day.
 Check your email daily for field trip lists.
 Check closely all tardies and dismissals.
(a) Admission to class/check-out slips
(b) Dismissal from school/check-out slips
 Check the absentee list daily and send all students whose names appear on the absentee list
to the attendance office to check in.
 Send the names of students who are absent, but are not on the absentee list, to the
attendance office.
Absences from Class
Each teacher should receive a daily absentee list during the third period. Only students NOT on the
absentee list should be reported to the attendance office for being absent. Students’ names who are
absent from class but not listed on the absentee list or another excused list should be reported to the
attendance office.
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL TARDY POLICY
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Class Tardies:
Students must be on time to every class period. Students who are late will receive three warnings
during a nine week period. Teachers need to make initial parent contact for any student who has
issues with tardiness to class. Anytime a student is late, he/she must report to Pupil Services to
receive an admit to class immediately upon arrival. Following are the consequences for tardies to
class:
Tardy to School
Tardy to Class
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3 Tardy – Overnight Suspension
3 Tardy – Overnight Suspension
6th Tardy – Overnight Suspension
5th Tardy – Overnight Suspension
9th Tardy – One Day Suspension
6th Tardy – One Day Suspension
Dismissing Students
Only the office or the principal has the authority to release students from school for any reason.
Protect yourself by not assuming this responsibility. Never give students permission to leave
campus under any circumstances.
Students are not to be in the halls during instructional periods without a hall pass and should only
be allowed to leave the room in case of an emergency. Setting strong expectations early for being
in class, prepared, at the bell will eliminate the need for students to make in-class trips to lockers,
etc. for supplies.
Students are not to be in the building after school except under the direct, personal
supervision of a teacher. Please be aware of family transportation arrangements when
asking students to remain after school and never prohibit a student from calling home to
make arrangements in this regard.
Students must be dismissed promptly at the end of each period to report to the next class.
Each teacher is entitled to her/his proper time with the students.
Send any ill and/or injured students to the Attendance Office. The supervising teacher must submit
an accident report when any personal injury occurs. Do not ever administer medication, only first
aid.
FACULTY ATTENDANCE
Sign in
All teachers are required to sign in each morning as soon as they arrive at school and should be
signed in no later than 6:45 a.m. Teachers are not allowed to sign in for each other. Habitual
tardiness on the part of teachers is a condition that will be dealt with on an individual basis by the
administration.
All classrooms should be opened no later than 6:50 a.m. and the teacher should be visible in
the doorway of the classroom no later than 6:55 a.m. to greet students and assist in
monitoring the hallway.
When a substitute is needed, please follow the procedure outlined below:
1. Have a detailed copy of your weekly lesson plan, a seating chart, and a copy of your class
rolls in the top left-hand corner of your desk drawer. This is essential. Substitutes are not
to create their own lesson plans. It is the teacher’s responsibility to ensure that lesson
plans are readily available for substitutes in ALL situations. If you are unable to
physically leave/bring lesson plans, please utilize fax or e-mail to get the lesson plans
to the school in a timely manner.
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2. Absences can be scheduled on-line or by calling the computerized substitute system at 4522000.
3. Be sure to call the substitute system at before 5:30 a.m. when possible.
4. Calling the system as soon as possible, but not later than 9:00 p.m. on the day prior to the
absence is imperative so that the system will have time to search for a substitute.
5. Make every effort to secure a substitute through first hand contact before leaving a
job open.
6. If you will be out on consecutive days, call the school before 1:15 p.m. regarding your
status for the next day.
7. Advance notice of days to be missed for doctors’ appointments or any other reason would
be greatly appreciated. (Documentation may be required)
Teacher Attendance
Regular attendance is necessary to maintain instruction at its highest level, therefore it is essential
that teachers understand the importance of being at school every day. Coaches or club sponsors
who cannot attend school should not attend after-school athletic or school-sponsored events.
Faculty Meetings
All teachers are expected to attend faculty meetings and professional learning community
meetings. Unless an unusual situation arises, faculty meetings will be scheduled for Wednesday
afternoons. Teachers are expected to keep Wednesday afternoons open for possible faculty
meetings.
E-Mail Communications
All teachers are expected to check E-mail at least twice a day for communications from the office.
It is essential that every teacher utilize E-mail for keeping up with memos, etc. from Mr.
McCullough and others.
Leaving Campus
Please check with your administrator if you have to leave campus. If they are not available
check with Mr. McCullough. Please check with an administrator before leaving campus.
Teachers must come to the main office to sign themselves out in the teacher check-in and out
computer system. If you return that day please sign back in through the same system. Please do not
ask office personnel to sign you out.
Dress Requirements
In an effort to create a truly professional environment at Central, teachers are expected to dress
professionally at all times. Teachers should keep in mind that they are role models for a very
impressionable, adolescent audience and that their manner of dress should reflect their professional
status. School shirts are encouraged on Fridays. Shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops, and jeans are not
considered professional dress and should not be worn on normal school days when students
are present. Work attire should be business/casual.
Lunch Procedures
We have a closed lunch campus. The cafeteria is available for teacher lunches, as is the Teachers’
Lounge on the 2nd floor. In an effort to minimize hall traffic during lunch periods, please do not
send students to the cafeteria to get food for you.
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Telephone/Messages
Teacher telephone messages will be placed in teacher boxes. Teachers will be called to the
telephone only in an emergency. The caller must state the nature of the emergency. Teachers
should check their boxes during the day and before leaving in the afternoon.
Change in Location
If your class is not meeting in the usual place on a specific day, it is important to let the office
know where the class is meeting and to place a note on the door in case we need to locate a student.
Classrooms
All teachers should see that their rooms are kept in proper order. This will greatly enhance the
learning environment and will also aid in the cleaning of the room. Always keep doors locked
when not in use.
Field Trips
Due to the overwhelming number of field trip requests and the new requirements, we’re asking
your assistance in the timely and efficient processing of your requests. Please follow the schedule
below when requesting approval:
Requests for the Month of:
September – May
Deadline:
TBD
All field trip requests along with the supporting documentation must be mailed or hand delivered.
Please do not fax your requests to the regional office.
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Field trip requests will be mailed or faxed to your school after they are reviewed.
Out of town requests must be approved by Ms. Battle prior to PACE’s approval.
SAC care requests must be approved by the SAC office prior to Ms. Battle’s approval.
Field trip requests received after the due date will not be approved.
Please share this information with your teachers and clerical staff.
The following trips will not be approved:
 Skating
 Bowling
 Theme parks (except on educational days- no water activities )
 LaserQuest
 Incredible Pizza
 Movies (except G-rated)
Supplies
Duplicating paper for the copiers will be located in the teacher workroom. Other supplies will be
ordered based on budgetary considerations and documented need.
Mail Service
Board of Education mail is picked up at 10:30 a.m. each day in the main office. Teacher’s mail
will be placed in their individual boxes. Any outgoing district mail should be placed in the mailbag
on the counter.
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U.S Mail is also picked up daily in the main office. Any outgoing U.S. mail should be placed in the
wire basket on the counter.
School Activity Calendar / Event Planning
Any class or organization planning an event must submit it in writing by e-mail to Mr. McCullough
before making any plans.
School Property
It is every teacher’s responsibility to see that school property is not mishandled and any cases of
misuse or abuse of school property should be reported to the office immediately. Damaged
property, broken glass, stair rails, etc. should be reported to the Principal. Equipment designated
for school use is not to be taken home for personal use by teachers or students.
Smoking
All staff are prohibited from smoking in the building or on the campus.
Responsibilities Outside of the Classroom
All teachers have the responsibility for ensuring that order is maintained both inside and outside of
the classroom. Teachers must step outside their classroom doors between class periods and
always be consistent with school policies and procedures.
Security
Care should be taken to safeguard money and valuables at all times. Teachers should be alert to
strangers in the building or on the school property. Any teacher, who observes a non-student in the
building or on campus, should notify the office immediately. It is imperative that all purses, etc. are
secured at all times. Never leave personal belongings easily accessible.
Copy Machines
There are copy machines in the teacher’s workroom, teacher’s lounge, and 308 each teacher will be
assigned a code in order to make copies. Do not share your code with any other faculty
member. Copies are very expensive; therefore careful consideration should be given to teach
strategies which require students to write information and require the minimum number of copies
to have effective instruction. Daily copying of worksheets is not only a poor teaching strategy; it is
extremely expensive. Please note that the copy machine in the main office is for administrative use
only. All copying of instructional and/or other materials must be done before or after school, or
during planning periods. Do not ever leave your homeroom or classes to copy materials. Do
not send students with items to be copied to the main office or Pupil Services to have copies
made by office personnel.
Emergency Situations
We will announce any emergency situations by their correct name on the intercom and teachers
need to proceed accordingly. Lockdown- lock your classroom door immediately and keep all
students in class until notified by an administrator. Take note of any student(s) out of class at that
time. fire, tornado, earthquake, etc
Guests on Campus
Please refrain from bringing family members, friends, or other guests to school without prior
approval from the principal.
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Parking
Parking spaces are available to all faculty and staff (Bellevue and Linden side) on a first come
basis. It is essential that all faculty and staff vehicles are parked in marked spaces, with no parking
on the sidewalk, curb, or in the grass. It is your responsibility to ensure that you arrive at
school with ample time to find a marked parking space. Please obtain a parking decal from Ms.
Gathing in the pupil services.
Homework
Homework is an opportunity for students to do independent practice of skills taught in the
classroom, or for research into a new area. Homework is to be assigned in accordance with Board
of Education Policy on homework.
Report Cards
Report cards are issued on the Wednesdays following the close of each nine weeks (See Central
High School Calendar).
Office/Guidance Assistants/Teacher Assistants
Only Junior and seniors who have permission from the administration will be allowed to serve as
office, teachers or guidance assistants. Teachers and students must complete an application
requesting a T.A assignment. An official schedule change will be reflected in each assistant’s
schedule and these students will be assigned to their specified area. Students found in the office
during class time without an official reason will be considered as cutting class and will be dealt
with according to board policy. Students serving in these capacities are not to handle or enter any
records of grades, attendance, or scores.
Fundraising Drives
All fundraising drives must be approved by the principal and placed on the school calendar.
Established financial procedures are to be followed in all fund drives. Please see the financial
secretary for the proper form. All fundraisers must have a 50% profit rate.
Classroom Management
Classrooms should be neat, attractive and educationally stimulating.
Teachers are asked to stand at their doors at 6:55 a.m. each day and during all class changes.
Please keep your classroom doors closed during class. Please do not ever cover the window of
your door with anything to keep outsiders from seeing in.
Keep your doors locked when the classroom is empty. If repairs or other maintenance is needed in
your classroom, please notify the Building Engineer in writing and place it on the clipboard in the
main office.
Grading and Record Keeping
A class record book reflecting an accurate record of the classroom work and daily attendance
of each pupil is optional for each classroom teacher. If a class record book is kept it is to be left
with the principal on the last day of school. Use numerical grades only, and label the reason for all
grades making up the nine week averages. Grades should be updated in PowerTeacher twice per
week.
Guidelines for Grading
1. A copy of the teacher’s syllabus, grading policy, course requirements, and classroom rules
and regulations shall be on file in the school office and in the grade book.
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2. Students and their parents are to be informed in writing of the teacher’s grading policy,
course requirements, and classroom rules and regulations at the beginning of each semester.
3. Students shall be tested only on the material that has been taught.
4. Teachers are responsible for grading all students’ work counted toward the final grade.
Having students grade other student’s final grade papers is not an acceptable practice.
5. Tests, projects, etc., once graded, are to be returned to the students for review. They may
be returned to the teacher after students review. All class assignments are independent of
each other and should be graded and returned within one week. Tests or quizzes should be
graded and returned within three school days of the testing date.
6. Evaluation is an ongoing process. Therefore, teachers shall provide many, varied
opportunities for students to be assessed.
7. A student shall not be penalized academically for improper conduct or tardiness.
8. The student’s average is to reflect the work done during the full marking period. If a
student enrolls in class or school late, the teacher shall check with the appropriate sources
(Ms. Hayes) to get information concerning the student’s previous grades. These grades
must be incorporated into the final average.
9. Copies of all Withdrawals/Entries will be placed in the involved teacher’s box and should
be kept for the entire school year.
10. The teacher shall record the reason for each grade (Homework, Test, and/or Class
Assignment) in the grade book.
11. Teachers should use number grades instead of letter grades in their individual grade books
to indicate the evaluation of each student’s performance.
12. The Board’s Grading Policy must be followed (See Policy).
13. Incomplete work must be made up no later than the next reporting period unless that period
is the semester’s end. An “I” must be removed no later than three weeks after the end of
the previous grading period.
Conduct grades take into consideration the following:
 Behavior of the student in the classroom.
 Respect for teacher authority and compliance with directions.
 Classroom attitude.
 Respect for property related to classroom activity
A conduct grade of “N” or “U” should not be issued unless personal contact has been made
with the parent or guardian in advance. Remember that parent contact should always be an
attempt to give the parent a chance to intervene. If it doesn’t take place until the very end of
the grading period, they have no opportunity to do so.
Progress Reports
A progress report will be issued at the end of the fourth week of each nine week period to all
students. Before the end of any nine week period, the teacher must have called the
parent/guardian of any failing student to inform them of the grade and to give a brief explanation of
the situation. As with conduct issues, please remember that parent contact should always be
an attempt to provide an intervention. Give parents enough advance notice to step in and help
the situation, if possible.
Curriculum Problems
Teachers are encouraged to seek the advice of departmental chairpersons concerning course
information and supplementary materials and to dialogue with each other on best educational
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practices. For any other curriculum issues, contact Mrs. Blackmon or Mrs. Harrison-Bush, our
facilitators.
Emergencies and Illnesses
Contact the office immediately when a student has been injured. Ill students may be sent to the
office unless they appear too ill to be sent. If the student is too ill to be sent, call the office.
According to Board policy an Accident Report Form must be submitted when personal injury
occurs. (Forms are located in the main office.)
As stated previously, be aware that school personnel may render first aid but not ever dispense
medication or administer treatment. Medication of all kinds (including aspirin, Tylenol, etc.) is
considered a treatment and is not to be administered by the teacher. Remember to notify the office
immediately whenever a student has a medical problem so we can contact the parent/guardian.
Textbooks
Each teacher who is issued textbooks for any course should keep a textbook distribution sheet. The
textbook numbers should be recorded on the textbook distribution sheet and a copy should be given
to Mr. Applewhite.
Periodic inspection of books should be made throughout the year. Please write in each textbook
with a heavy marker the teacher’s name, the student’s name, date of issue (school year), and
condition of issue (new/used).
When turning in your debt forms for lost textbooks, the textbook distribution sheet should also be
turned in.
School Security
Students who experience problems with fights, extortion, harassment, etc., while en route to and
from school will receive assistance from the school administration upon request. If the act is more
severe in nature, the student should inform and utilize civil authorities.
All teachers are asked to station themselves in the halls/classroom doorways during class changes.
Things to remember:
1. Students are not to be dismissed from class after the tardy bell except in emergency
situations. Requesting to go out to get pencil, paper, book, assignments, etc. is not
considered an emergency. Please have provisions for these students in the classroom.
2. Keep students on task. Over plan to ensure the entire class period is spent on instruction.
3. At dismissal, please be visible in the halls near your classroom and encourage students to
leave the building in an orderly manner.
4. Gym/Athletic Practices: No one should be in the gym except the teams practicing, and they
must be under the direct supervision of the respective coach. There are no exceptions to this
and it is the responsibility of the supervising coach to clear the gym and keep it clean.
5. Club/Tutoring/Practices: Students involved must be directly supervised at all times. No
student should be allowed to roam the building after 2:35 p.m. Students must get all
materials from their lockers, etc., before 2:15 p.m. After this time, students should be under
the direct supervision of the teacher/sponsor. Again, there are no exceptions.
ALL STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN TUTORING, CLUB ACTIVITIES, OR
ATHLETICS SHOULD BE PHYSICALLY WALKED OUT OF THE BUILDING BY
THEIR SPONSOR.
AUDITORIUM ACTIVITIES
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Always follow these procedures without exception for assemblies:
 Go with your students to the auditorium and supervise their seating. Please do not detour by
the office, etc. but go with/lead your students to the assembly.
 Sit with your students in your assigned section. Do not leave the assembly. Supervise
student conduct.
 Discuss auditorium seating and conduct with your students in advance.
 Discuss procedures for fire and earthquake evacuation (See Mr. Taylor).
Metal Detector Scanning
Metal detector scanning will be conducted at random times during the year. All faculty and staff
are involved in the process. Homeroom teachers must be in their rooms by 6:45 a.m. Teachers
who do not have a homeroom must to be in their assigned positions by 6:30 a.m. to assist in
scanning.
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2013 – 2014
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM ASSIGNMENTS
MR. GREG MCCULLOUGH
EXECUTIVE PRINCIPAL – OVERALL OPERATIONS
MR. ANDRE APPLEWHITE
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL – FRESHMAN ACADEMY/
TEXTBOOKS/PBIS
MS. BRENDA DENNIS
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL – FRESHMAN ACADEMY/
FIELD TRIPS/TESTING
TBD
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL – 10TH GRADE
SECURITY/BUSES/COMMUNICATIONS
MR. CARLTON MCCLELLAND
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL – 11TH GRADE
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN/OPERATIONS
MS. AMY EPPS
VICE PRINCIPAL- 12TH GRADE
OPTIONAL SCHOOLS/SCHEDULING/SUBSTITUTES
MRS. FELECIA HARRISON-BUSH
INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITATOR
MRS. MINNIE PARKER-BLACKMON
PLC COACH
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2013-2014
OFFICE OPERATIONS ASSIGNMENTS
NATALIA COX
FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS
SHANA HARRIS
FRONT OFFICE
STUDENT WITHDRAWALS
STUDENT ACCIDENT REPORTS
PAMELA HAYES
SMS CHANCERY COORDINATOR
TEACHER INFORMATION
ASSIST IN OFFICE AS NEEDED
DEBRA BOYD
STUDENT RECORDS
FREE LUNCH APPLICATIONS
JANICE GATHING
ATTENDANCE
PARENT CONTACT FOR ABSENTEES
PARKING
OPHELIA COLE
DISCIPLINE
PARENT CONTACT FOR ABSENTEES
2013 – 2014
SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR ASSIGNMENTS
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MS. KIMBERLY GRAY
9TH GRADE
MS. TRANESE NELMS
10TH GRADE
MS. TANYA AYERS
11-01 THROUGH 11-04
12-01 THROUGH 12-04
MR. LANCE ALLRED
11-5 THROUGH 11-9
12-5 THROUGH 12-8
MR. ANDY PREWITT
11-10 THROUGH 11-14
12-09 THROUGH 12-13
2013-2014
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL DUTY ROSTER
Morning Assignments 6:45 – 7:05
TBA
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Afternoon Assignments 2:00 – 2:30
Staff Responsible
Mr. Applewhite
Mrs. Blackmon
Ms. Harrison
Ms. Dennis
Mr. Parham
Mrs. Epps
TBD
Mr. McClelland
TBD
Mr. McCullough
SRO’s
Coach Norwood
Coach Crutchfield(off season)
Coach Patton(off season)
Coach Benjamin
Sgt Mjr. Davis
Area of the School to Monitor
Main Lobby
2nd Floor
2nd Floor
3rd Floor
Main Lobby
D Building
Linden Steps
Linden Street Side of School
Bellevue Side of School
Floating
Floating
Linden Parking Lot
Lobby
Lobby
Lobby
Linden Parking Lot
Lower Lobby
Dismissal Plan:
 All teachers monitor the hallways outside their classroom doors each day at the dismissal
bell.
 Clear the lobby area of all students by 2:15 p.m.
 Teachers, coaches and all sponsors are responsible for escorting their students/athletes out
of the building at the end of an activity, practice, or tutoring sessions.
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2013-2014 Bell Schedules
Regular Schedule
First bell
6:45
Warning bell 6:55
Period 1
7:00 – 7:55
Period 2
8:00 – 8:50
Period 3
8:55 – 9:45
Period 4
9:50 – 10:45 (announcements)
Period 5
10:45 – 12:10
A Lunch 10:45 – 11:10
Class 10:50 – 11:15 B Lunch 11:15 – 11:40
Class 10:50 – 11:45 C Lunch 11:45 – 12:10
Period 6
12:15 – 1:05
Period 7
1:10 – 2:00
Class 11:15 -12:10
Class 11:45 – 12:10
Mid-Day Homeroom Schedule (after 3rd Period)
First bell
Warning bell
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Homeroom
Period 4
Period 5
6:45
6:55
7:00 – 7:45
7:50 – 8:35
8:40 – 9:25
9:30 – 10:00 (announcements)
10:05 – 10:55
10:55 – 12:20
A Lunch 10:55 – 11:20 Class 11:25 – 12:20
Class 11:00 – 11:25 B Lunch 11:25 – 11:50 Class 11:55 – 12:20
Class 11:00 – 11:55 C Lunch 11:55 – 12:20
Period 6
12:25 – 1:10
Period 7
1:15 – 2:00
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Half-Day Bell Schedule
First bell
Warning bell
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
Lunch*/Dismissal
6:45
6:55
7:00 – 7:30
7:35 – 8:05
8:10 – 8:40
8:45 – 9:15
9:20 – 9:50
9:55 – 10:25
10:30 – 11:00 ( announcements)
11:00
*Lunch is available for any student who wishes to eat.
All other students must clear the building at 11:00 a.m.
Start of Day Homeroom Schedule (Before 1st Period)
“1st Day of School Schedule”
First bell
Warning bell
Homeroom
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5
6:45
6:55
7:00 – 7:30 ( announcements)
7:35 – 8:20
8:25 – 9:10
9:15 – 10:00
10:05 – 10:55
10:55 – 12:20
A Lunch 10:55 – 11:20 Class 11:25 – 12:20
Class 11:00 – 11:25 B Lunch 11:25 – 11:50 Class 11:55 – 12:20
Class 11:00 – 11:55 C Lunch 11:55 – 12:20
Period 6
12:25 – 1:10
Period 7
1:15 – 2:00
2013-2014 Shelby County Schools Calendar
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First Semester
Date(s)
August 5
Day(s)
Monday
Event
First Day of Classes
Students
Teachers
September 2
Monday
Labor Day
Out
Out
September 19
Thursday
September 20
Friday
District Learning Day
Out
In
October 4
Friday
End of first 9-weeks
October 7-11
Fall Break
Out
Out
November 11
MondayFriday
Monday
Veteran’s Day
Out
Out
November 27-29
Wed - Fri
Thanksgiving Break
Out
Out
December 18-20
Wed-Fri
Semester Exams
December 20
Friday
End of second Quarter
Out (1/2)
In
Dec 23 – Jan 3
MondayFriday
Winter Break
Out
Out
Out
In
Out
Out
Parent-Teacher Conferences (3pm – 6pm)
Second Semester
January 6
Monday
AM (PD) PM (ADMIN)
January 7
Tuesday
Students return
January 20
Monday
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
February 5
Tuesday
TCAP Writing Assessment
February 13
Thursday
Parent-Teacher Conferences (3pm – 6pm)
February 14
Friday
District Learning Day
Out(1/2)
In
February 17
Monday
Presidents Day
Out
Out
March 7
Friday
End of 3rd Quarter
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Shelby County Board of Education
5015
Issued Date: 08/26/10
Revised: 06/30/11
GRADING SYSTEM FOR GRADES 6 - 12
Shelby County Board of Education policy in accordance with the Tennessee Uniform
Grading System establishes the grading system for grades 6-12.
Report cards are sent to parents at the end of each nine-week period, unless the
parents/guardians have exercised their option for paperless reports. Parents must be
notified within a report card period when a student is not doing acceptable work.
Parent-teacher conferences should be held for gaining parental support in an effort to
improve student performance.
In all schools, students' conduct is graded as excellent, satisfactory, needs
improvement or unsatisfactory, and the initial letter "E", "S", "N", or "U" is used to
report the conduct grade. It is to be reported at each grading period on the report card
with each subject grade.
NOTE: If an erroneous grade has been entered, correction must be made and a new
card issued to the student.
1. Grades will be reported on report cards and transcript records using numerical
values as indicated below:
A ........................................................ 93-100
B ........................................................
85-92
C ........................................................
75-84
D ........................................................
70-74
F ........................................................ Below 70
2. Grades given at the end of each nine-week period will be determined by the
average of daily work, oral and written assignments, and tests. A minimum of
twelve grades for the nine-week period should be recorded for each subject.
Fifty percent of the twelve grades should be earned and recorded by the interim
of the nine-week term. This gives the teachers the basis for the grades at the
end of the grading period. The teacher will assess all student assignments and
weigh the value of grades given for various assignments within the nine-week
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term in computing the term grade. This procedure will enable the teacher to
allow for individual student differences in the grading process. Grades for
homework assignments should be given with care, since the student himself
may not always complete homework. Homework assignments are of value in
affording students needed practice, and such assignments should be made
within practicable limits.
NOTE: Grading systems other than the above must be approved in writing by
the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Accountability and the
Superintendent.
A student's academic grade is solely intended to reflect the student's acquired
knowledge, ability, and/or skills in the designated subject. Therefore, academic
credit/points may not be awarded or deducted for any purpose that is not
directly related to the student's academic performance. For example, academic
credit/points may not be awarded as an incentive to participate or achieve a
certain goal in a school fundraising event. Academic credit/points may not be
deducted for failure to purchase certain brands or types of school supplies. A
reasonable number of academic points may be deducted from a student's
academic grade for failure to submit homework or other assigned academic
work on the date specified by the teacher.
Regular attendance should be necessary for passing grades. In the event of an
excused absence, students are expected to make up work missed within a
reasonable time.
Semester exams are not given in grades 6-8 with the exception of high school
level courses. Students who successfully complete a high school course will
earn high school credit. Semester grades earned in high school courses
mentioned above will be recorded on the high school transcript. The grades
earned will be included in the high school GPA.
Beginning with the 2011-2012 school year, for students in grades 6-8, scores on
the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) shall comprise
15% of the student’s final grade for the spring (second) semester in
mathematics, reading/language arts, science and social studies. * The Writing
Assessment will be factored into the student’s 4th nine-weeks grade.
Students who meet only the minimum requirements should be given minimum
passing grades. No student should fail for the semester or year if the only
failing grade is that of the semester examination, provided the student has made
an honest effort on the examination.
Credits will be awarded in .5 increments upon successful completion of a
semester.
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9. For courses, which have no Tennessee State mandated EOC exam required
during a given semester, semester grades are determined by counting the two
quarter grades as 80% and the semester examination, or a comparable
evaluation, as 20%
10. For courses, which have, a Tennessee State mandated EOC exam required
during second semester the semester grades are determined as follows:
o First semester grades are determined by counting the two quarter grades
as 80%, the semester examination, or comparable evaluation, as 20 %,
o Second semester grades are determined by counting the two quarter
grades as 65%, the semester examination, or comparable evaluation, as
10%, and the state mandated exam as 25%.
11. The 11th grade Writing Assessment will be factored into the student’s 4th 9
weeks grade.
12. In all Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses at the
secondary level five (5) points shall be added to each quarter numerical grade
and each semester exam grade. The two 9 week grades and the semester exam
grade, with the points included, will be used to calculate the semester average.
13. In all grades for Honors courses at the secondary level three (3) points shall be
added to each quarter numerical grade, and each semester exam grade. The two
9 week grades, the semester exam grade, with the added Honors course points
included, will be used to calculate the semester average.
14. A student having a 90 or higher average for the two terms in a specific course,
and having three (3) or fewer excused absences in that same course will be
exempted from the semester exam if the student desires. When a student is
exempted from the examination, the semester average will be the average of the
two term grades and any state-mandated exam as outlined in Number 9. ANY
UNEXCUSED ABSENCE IN THE COURSE WILL DISQUALIFY THE
STUDENT FROM ALL EXEMPTIONS. EXEMPTIONS APPLY ONLY TO
TEACHER-MADE SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS. 12th grade students are
eligible for exam exemption during both semesters. All other students in high
school courses who meet the above requirements may be exempted for only the
second semester exam.
Tennessee State Board of Education Rule § 0520-1-3-.06
Tennessee State Board of Education Rule § 0520-1-3-.05
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Teacher Effectiveness Measure (TEM)
A Clear Definition and Valid Measures of Evaluation
The Teacher Effectiveness Measure (TEM) is the new measure for evaluating teachers. Because
it was critical that the TEM be a fair, valid, and reliable measure of effectiveness for all teachers,
it was developed by a working group largely comprised of MCS teachers, with input from their
colleagues, administrators, education experts, and stakeholders.
TEM Components
Historically, teachers have been evaluated by a single measure – classroom observations. The
TEM is more objective in that it includes multiple measures that result in an evaluation of the
whole teacher, creating multiple avenues for assessing
teacher performance which will ultimately promote
teacher and student growth. TEM looks at:
Growth in Student Learning
As mandated by the State of Tennessee, fifty percent of
a teacher’s evaluation will be determined by student
growth data. Thirty-five percent of the student growth
measure will be either the teacher’s Tennessee Value
Added Assessment System (TVAAS) data for teachers
of tested subject areas or the school’s TVAAS data for
teachers of non-tested subject areas. The other fifteen
percent of the student growth measure will be student
achievement data that will be selected by the teacher
from a menu of options provided by the State of
Tennessee.
Observation of Practice
MCS will implement more rigorous, objective classroom observations. Observers – principals
and other administratively certified district personnel- will be trained on how to use the new
MCS observation rubric to provide objective, behavioral-based, accurate assessments of teacher
performance. As mandated by the State of Tennessee, tenured teachers will be observed four
times each academic year; and pre-tenured teachers will be observed six times each academic
year.
Stakeholder Perceptions Surveys
For the 2011 – 2012 school year, MCS will administer the TRIPOD Student survey to gain
insight into classroom instructional practices, the learning environment, and student engagement.
Students will complete this survey once per semester, Fall 2011 and Spring 2012. Data gathered
from this survey will be useful to teachers in that it will provide feedback on teacher
performance in vital areas that have been proven to show strong correlations with student
achievement.
Teacher Knowledge
For the 2011 – 2012 school year, MCS will be field-testing knowledge measurements for
determining what teachers know and understand in their particular subject areas. A teacher’s
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subject area mastery is a critical foundation for effective teaching. Thus, we need to know how
deeply our teachers understand the content that they teach to their students. This school year
teachers will select the measure that will be used for their knowledge measurement from a menu
of options that will be provided in August 2011.
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TEACHER EVALUATION FORM
FOR SUBSTITUTES
DATE
SUBSTITUTE’S NAME
NAME OF REGULAR TEACHER
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:
1. WERE LESSON PLANS LOCATED IN THE TOP LERT-HAND DRAWER?
YES
NO
COMMENT
2. WERE INSTRUCTIONS FOR IMPLEMENTING THE LESSON ADEQUATE?
YES
NO
COMMENT
3. WHAT WOULD HAVE MADE YOUR DAY OF WORK AT CENTRAL MORE
PRODUCTIVE?
___________________________________________________________________________
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CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
EMERGENCY CLASS COVERING FORM
_________________________________
TEACHER’S NAME
_____________________
DATE
The following teachers have agreed to cover the classes below and have been given
materials to continue the instructional program. Please secure the signature of the
teacher(s) who has/have agreed to cover your class. Students are never left without
proper supervision.
PERIOD
SUBJECT
TEACHER
COVERING
CLASS
ROOM#
SIGNATURE OF
TEACHER
COVERING CLASS
HR
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5
Period 6
Period 7
REASON FOR LEAVING
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
I WISH TO LEAVE AT _____________________ AND RETURN AT ______________.
I WISH TO LEAVE AT _____________________ AND WILL NOT RETURN.
_________________________________
ADMINISTRATOR’S SIGNATURE
____________________________________
TEACHER’S SIGNATURE
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Uniform Violation Form
Student’s Name:
Grade/Homeroom Section:
Date:
Reporting Teacher:
Block:
Please briefly describe the violation of the MCS Uniform Policy:
2013-2014 School Uniform Information
Tops (shirts, blouses) must be solid white, solid kelly or hunter green, with both collars and sleeves.
No black shirts
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Acceptable styles include Polo or golf-style shirts, Oxford or button-down dress shirts, turtlenecks, and
white blouses with Peter Pan collars.
Long sleeves and short sleeves are both acceptable.
Sleeveless tops are not acceptable.
T-shirts may only be worn as undergarments and must be solid white. All school uniform clothes must be
plain with no manufacturer’s logo, brand names, pictures, or insignias visible.
Bottoms (pants, walking shorts, skirts and jumpers) must be black, tan or navy blue.
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Acceptable pants styles include full-length dress pants, boot cut or straight-legged pants, cargo pants,
straight-legged capri pants, cropped pants and knee-length walking shorts
(straight- legged shorts that
are at the knee).
Skirts or jumpers must be knee-length or longer.
Denim jeans (of any color), tight-fitting or excessively baggy pants are NOT acceptable.
* Pants must fit at the waist. If belts are worn, they must be fitted at the waist and put through belt loops.
Shoes should not have heels higher than an inch and a half.
All athletic or tennis shoes, as well as boots, are acceptable.
All sandals must have a heel strap. No flip-flops are allowed.
No denim material may be worn as uniform clothing.
All uniform clothing must be plain without any manufacturer’s logos, brand
names, pictures, or insignias visible on the clothing.
Heavy coats, heavy jackets and raincoats are not covered by these regulations and are not to be worn
during the school day unless permitted by the principal for special circumstances.
Clothes that are not permitted include, but are not limited to, denim jeans; pedal pushers, and bell
bottoms; pants that are oversized; baggy pants, saggy pants, tights, or pants made of spandex; and
shoes with rollers/wheels.
All students are expected to comply with the MCS policy. However any additional accessories that pose a hazard
will not be permitted. Examples of inappropriate accessories include, but are not limited to the following items on or
about the person: headbands, hats, bandannas, wristbands, caps, hair combs, hair picks, scarves, nonprescription sunglasses.
In conclusion, any accessory deemed inappropriate or disruptive to the learning environment by administration will
not be permitted.
Office Use Only:
Action Taken: ______________________________________________________________
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_______________________________________________________________ Administrator
2013-2014
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Financial Procedures
Check Requests
When making purchases for the school, a check request is always used. If the cost of the items
requested is more than $50.00, three (3) bids should be shown at the bottom of the check request.
(PLEASE SEE SAMPLE). It is suggested that you use the best price, but if you have chosen a
vendor that has a higher price because of the quality of merchandise or convenience, please note
the reason for choosing vendor used. Upon completion, the check request should be submitted to
the financial secretary for the principal’s approval. Please present check requests 2 days in
advance if at all possible. Please state on your check request if you want check mailed to vendor
or placed in your box.
Purchase Orders
Purchase orders are used when you are charging merchandise to the school. Purchase orders are
numbered, and we are held accountable for each purchase order. If you are not sure of the exact
price of an item, please estimate and submit to financial secretary for approval by the principal.
When approval is obtained, item(s) may then be ordered. When item is received, you must see
financial secretary to sign the purchase order, releasing it for payment.
Reimbursement
Use of the check request and the bidding process ($50.00 or more) also apply to reimbursements.
A check request must be submitted to the financial secretary for approval by the principal before
making purchases to be reimbursed. Tickets for purchased items must be submitted before
reimbursement check can be processed. All receipts/charges and pertinent information must be
submitted before reimbursement check can be processed.
Fundraising
All fundraising projects must have prior approval of the principal. See financial secretary for
fundraising form. Fundraising projects must be completed before school ends for the year.
No fundraising projects will be approved to start after March 31. On all fundraising
projects, ten percent (10%) of the profit will be transferred to the general fund of the school. At
the end of all fundraisers, an Income Statement must be completed.
Handling of Money/Receipt Books
These instructions are to be followed in handling money collected as per the rules from the
Division of Internal Audits. If there are questions, please see the financial secretary in the
financial office.
1. Money must be turned in to the financial secretary daily by 12:00 noon.
2. The receipt book must be brought in when money is turned in.
3. The financial secretary must have beginning receipt number and ending receipt number
from teacher’s receipt book for money being turned in to post to her financial record.
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4. The financial secretary must mark end of receipts in teacher’s receipt book with her
receipt number.
5. Receipts must total amount of money turned in each time.
6. The financial secretary will need to know the total for each account collected if you are
turning in money for more than one account at the same time. (Example: Textbook fines
$7.40 and Locker $4.00 totaling $11.40 for receipts 001 through 005.)
7. The financial secretary will furnish an envelope with listing sheet attached to your receipt
book for your use in turning in money.
8. When you collect money from a number of students and are not writing individual
receipts, a list of students’ names must be turned into the financial secretary for total of
money turned in with amount collected from each student shown on the list. (Write one
receipt for total amount.)
9. Bills cannot be paid from statements. The financial secretary must have the original
invoice received when buying or receiving items.
10. The financial secretary cannot cash any type of check for faculty or student. School’s
funds cannot be loaned because deposits must be made daily.
11. The financial secretary cannot sell stamps to either faculty or students.
12. Do not buy anything until you have approval (approved check request and/or purchase
order).
13. If turning in a large sum of coins, if not wrapped, please separate the coins to be counted.
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White Copy ……………Vendor
Yellow Copy …………..Office
Pink Copy …………… Requistioner/
Receiver
PURCHASE ORDER NO.
PURCHASE ORDER
Name of School
Central High School
Address
306 S. Bellevue
Purchased From:
Company Name
N o . 14986
Memphis, TN ZIP 38104
Date
8/18/97
101 Main Street
Memphis, TN 38101
Principal’s
Approval
Ordered by: John Brown
ACCOUNT NO.
107
QUANTITY
10
DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS
Name of item
Date 8/18/97
UNIT COST
10 00
I certify that the above goods were received
TOTAL COST
100 00
Date
SIGNATURE OF RECEIVER
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Company
CHECK REQUEST
Central High School
306 S. Bellevue
Memphis, TN 38104
MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: Name of Company or Person
ACCT
CODE
107
QUANTITY
10
DATE
DESCRIPTION OF GOODS OR SERVICES
Name of item
8/18/97
APPROXIMATE
COST
$100.00
Sufficient funds are available in the above account(s) to make the purchase.
Requisitioner’s Signature
John Brown
Principal’s Approval
Price Quote $100.00
Date
FOR OFFICE USE
P.O. NUMBER___________
COMPETITIVE BIDS TAKEN
Vendor Name
Company Name
Price Quote $100.00
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