NORTH BUNCOMBE
HIGH SCHOOL
2011/2012
STUDENT HANDBOOK
Principal
Jack Evans
Assistant Principals
Barry Owens – 11th & 12th Grade
Chris Wood – 10th Grade
Kay Hampton - 9th Grade
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MISSION STATEMENT
Our Mission is to establish a strong foundation for life-long learning
by nurturing, guiding, and challenging all students to become responsible, productive
members of society.
Table of Contents
Activity Trips
Admission of Students
Alcohol/Drugs
Alma Mater
Athletics
Attendance Policy
- Attend. Summer School
- Co-op / Interns / AB Tech
- Make-up Work
- Saturday School
- Sign In/Sign Out
- Waiving Days
Bell Schedules
Computer Access and Software
Contact Information
Course of Study Requirements
Discipline Plan
- Admin. Assertive Discipline
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12
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19
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6
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6
6
5
4
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17
15
7
8
Exam Exemption Policy
Field Trips
Grading System
Graduation Requirements
Lockers
Map
Media Center Policy
Medication Policy
Personal Conduct
- Disruptive Actions
- Dress Code
- Fighting
- Public Display of Affection
- Tobacco
Promotion Guidelines
Report Cards
Rules and Regulations
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15
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17
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13
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13,20
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15
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- Building/Grounds
10
- Consequences
7,8
- Cafeteria
10
- Offenses
Fundraising
Drivers License Laws
7,8
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17
- Cheating
- Messages/Deliveries
+ Flowers
+ Cell Phones
+ Telephones
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10
10
10
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- Disrespect
+ Threats
+ Harassment
+ Hazing
Scheduling
Sign In / Out Procedure
Student Government
Student Organizations
Tardy Policy
Telephones
Transportation
- Bus Rules
- Parking
Visitors
Weapons
Website
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18,19
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12
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13
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12
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*Annual Public Notice
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ALMA MATER
Hail to NB down in Dixie Our Alma Mater fair and true.
The black and white is the standard, proudly it waves,
Beaming today and the ages through.
She’s the fairest in the Southland; We’ll pledge our love to her for ere;
To our high school dear We’ll sing a cheer
Oh, hail to dear old NB High!
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Dear Students,
It is with great pleasure that we take this opportunity to welcome you
to North Buncombe High School. We are extremely proud of the
programs we offer our students, and we encourage you to make the
most of your time with us.
Our faculty and administrators developed this handbook to help you
and your parents learn as much as possible about the school’s
policies and procedures and the services we offer students. It is a
quick reference that you will find extremely useful as questions arise
throughout the school year.
We encourage you to become an active member of North Buncombe
High School. In addition to an excellent academic foundation, we
offer many activities, clubs, and sports to help students become
well-rounded, mature young adults. Our “Achieving Excellence” is
our promise to you and our expectation of every student.
We look forward to this school year with great excitement and hope
all of our students will have a rewarding and successful year.
Once again, welcome,
Jack R. Evans
Jack R. Evans
Principal
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Regular Schedule
Lunch:
8:00 - 8:05
Travel
1st 11:20 - 11:45
8:05 - 9:40
1st
Blk
2nd 11:52 – 12:17
9:40 - 9:45
Travel
3rd 12:24 – 12:49
9:45 - 11:15
11:15 - 11:20
2nd
Blk
Travel
4th 12:55 - 1:20
1:20 – 1:25
11:20 – 1:20
3rd Blk
1:25 - 3:00
Lunch:
10:00 – 10:05
Travel
1st 12:15 – 12:35
10:05 – 11:05
1st Blk
2nd 12:40 – 1:00
11:05 – 11:10
Travel
3rd
11:10 – 12:10
12:10 – 12:15
2nd Blk
Travel
4th 1:30 - 1:55
1:55 – 2:00
12:15 – 1:55
3rd Blk
2:00 – 3:00
Lunch:
8:05 – 9:35
1st Blk
1st 11:35 - 12:00
9:35 – 9:40
Travel
2nd 12:05 - 12:30
9:40 –10:00
Hawk Q
3rd 12:35 - 1:00
10:00 –10:05
Travel
4th 1:05 - 1:30
10:05 - 11:30
2nd
Blk
1:30 - 1:35
Travel
11:30 - 11:35
Travel
1:35 - 3:00
4th Blk
11:35 - 1:30
3rd
Two Hour Delay
Hawk Quest (A)
Travel
4th Blk
1:05 – 1:25
Travel
4th Blk
Blk
Hawk Quest (B)
Early Dismissal
8:05 - 9:35
1st
Blk
8:00 - 8:05
Travel
9:35 - 9:40
9:40 – 9:50
Travel
Hawk Q
8:05 - 9:10
9:10 - 9:15
1st Blk
Travel
9:50 – 9:55
Travel
9:15 -10:15
2nd Blk
9:55 - 11:15
10:15 -10:20
2nd
Blk
Travel
10:20 -11:20
11:20 -11:25
3rd Blk
Travel
11:15 - 11:20
11:20
Travel
Reg. Sch.
11:25 -12:25
12:25 - 1:00
4th Blk
Lunch
Morning Activity
Lunch:
8:00 – 8:05
Travel
1st 11:45 – 12:10
8:05 – 8-55
Activity
2nd 12:15 – 12:40
8:55 – 9:00
Travel
3rd 12:50 – 1:15
9:00 – 10:20
10:20 – 10:25
1st Blk
Travel
4th 1:20 – 1:45
1:45 – 1:50
Travel
10:25 – 11:45
11:45 – 11:50
2nd Blk
Travel
1:50 – 3:00
4th Blk
11:50 – 1:45
3rd Blk
Afternoon Activity
Lunch:
8:00 – 8:05
Travel
1st 10:50 – 11:15
8:05 – 9:25
1st Blk
2nd 11:20 – 11:45
9:25 – 9:30
Travel
3rd 11:50 - 12:15
9:30 – 10:50
10:50 – 10:55
2nd Blk
Travel
4th 12:20 - 12:45
12:45 – 12:50
Travel
10:55 – 12:45
3rd Blk
12:50 – 2:05
2:05 – 2:10
2:10 – 3:00
4thBlk
Travel
Activity
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must be in class for at least two-thirds of the
class period to be counted present. Students in
schools offering full course credit during a 90-day
period hereinafter referred to as the Concentrated
Curriculum
Semester Scheduling (CCSS), must be in
attendance a minimum of 85 days.
Buncombe County Schools
High School Attendance
Policy – Grades 9-12
Absences are the responsibility of the student.
Following an absence, students are required to
bring a note from medical personnel and/or a parent
to the main office. Incorrect information given to a
teacher or administrator is considered falsifying
information.
2. A student is considered present in the school
when in attendance at the following places:
 School sponsored field trips
 Activities initiated / scheduled by the school
 Special school events requiring early dismissal
 Assignment to in-school suspension
The Buncombe County Board of Education believes that
regular school attendance is of crucial importance for
educational achievement, that learning experiences that
occur in the classroom are essential components of its
learning process, that time lost from class tends to be
irretrievable in terms of opportunity for instructional
interaction, and, therefore, that each student should attend
school every day. Further, the Board affirms that the primary
responsibility for regular attendance resides with the
parents/guardians and the individual student.
The Buncombe County Board of Education shall adhere
to North Carolina State Laws pertaining to student attendance
except to the extent this policy imposes stricter regulations.
Furthermore, the Board is committed to the implementation of
a student attendance policy that is nondiscriminatory,
discourages dropouts, and encourages regular attendance.
3. As soon as a parent anticipates a student's
extended absence due to a severe, prolonged,
or chronic illness under a physician's care, the
parent shall notify the principal. Upon receipt of
a physicians’ written request, the principal may
make arrangements for home or hospital
instruction. If a student makes a good faith effort
to complete the work under these conditions, in a
timely manner, days missed may be submitted for
consideration for “waived” status toward this policy.
Parents should address all questions regarding this
type of instruction to the principal.
Lawful absences are absences that satisfy the
requirements below. These absences allow the student
to make up all missed work within a specified time.
These absences count towards the minimum
requirement of 85 days discussed below (Section 1).
4. Any student who has a passing average in one
or more courses, but has not attended 165 days,
or 85 days in a CCSS, will receive an “F” in the
course (due to attendance), and must satisfactorily
complete a special series of summer school
sessions for each such course. If the student does
not satisfactorily complete the attendance summer
school session for each such course during the
summer following that school year, no credit will be
given and a grade of "F" will remain as the final
grade for the course. Failing grades due to
absences must be cleared by June 30.
Lawful Absences:
1. Illness or injury prevents the student from being
physically able to attend school.
2. The student is absent due to the death of a
member the immediate family.
3. Emergency medical or dental appointment or
such an appointment that has been approved in
advance by the principal.
4. The student is a party to or is under subpoena
as a witness in a court proceeding.
5. The student has obtained prior principal
approval to be absent due to the observance of
an event required or suggested by the religion
of the student or the student’s parents.
Example: A student who has excessive absences in
only one course would attend a five-hour morning
session for one week. A student who has excessive
absences in four courses would attend five-hour
morning and afternoon sessions for two weeks.
Summer school to gain attendance credit will
be held at each high school as deemed necessary.
Students attending must pay $50 per course for the
first two courses and $25 per course for each
additional course. This fee will be used to employ
necessary personnel and to furnish materials for
students.
In the event a student is unable to afford the
summer school, the student's parents may request
a waiver of a portion of the fee by filing a statement
of financial assets and liabilities. The statement
must be filed with the Principal.
WAIVED DAYS
All days a student is marked absent count toward the
BCS attendance policy except for days that are
determined to be waivable. Example of waived days
would be long term illnesses under a doctor’s care and
death of an immediate family member. Appropriate
documentation is necessary upon students return to
school for consideration of days to be waived.
1. To obtain credit in a given class, a student must be in
attendance for a minimum of 170 days. A student
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 The only exception to this rule would be to eat
lunch during the lunch period after release time.
 Student returning to NBHS campus for fourth
block may not be on campus until 12:30 pm.
 Students not complying with this regulation
are subject to loss of their privilege.
5. Any student who attends less than 150 days in a
course (75 days in a CCSS) will not receive credit for
the course; however, the student may appeal in writing
to the principal to be allowed to obtain credit for the
course by attending the summer sessions. Such appeal
must be supported by medical or other compelling
reasons.
15. Visitors
No visitor will be allowed on this campus without
the principal’s permission. All visitors must report
to the main office, sign-in, and wear a visitor’s
nametag while on campus.
6. During the summer school sessions, absence,
tardiness, or disruptive behavior will result in dismissal
from the summer school program and no credit will be
given. Dismissal will also result in the loss of fees paid.
7. Principals shall have the discretion to offer Saturday
make-up classes of at least 4 hours of classroom
instruction or work. A fee of $10 per Saturday session
will be charged. Saturday sessions shall be selfsupporting.
Tardy Policy
● Excused Tardies:
a. Late bus
b. Illness with doctor/dentist written confirmation
c. Official legal document
d. Principal's approval
● Tardy Consequences:
a. 1st & 2nd tardies – Warnings
b. 3rd tardy -1 Absence & Letter or parent phone
call
c. 4th tardy – 25 minute lunch detention in ISS
d. 5th tardy – 25 minute lunch detention in ISS
e. 6th tardy – 25 minute lunch detention in ISS
+ 2nd Absence & Letter or Phone call to parent
f. 7th
tardy-Parent
conference
with
an
administrator prior to 8:00 am the following
day. If the conference is not held prior to
8:00am the following morning, the student
will be assigned in ISS until conference has
been held.
10th tardy – Office referral – Assigned a “Step” in
the administrative discipline process.
8. Occasionally unique situations arise which are not
specifically addressed by this policy. The
superintendent, upon written recommendation from the
school principal, may authorize alternatives to the policy
in order to achieve fairness to the student without
weakening the effect of the policy.
9. Pursuant to this policy, students failing to meet
attendance requirements in any required course for
promotion or graduation shall neither be promoted nor
allowed to participate in graduation ceremonies.
10. Notes from home or a doctor are required upon
the student returning to school following any
absence.
11. A copy of this policy shall be distributed to all
students at the beginning of the school year. Students
transferring from another administrative unit will be
provided a copy of this policy prior to enrollment, and
they will be allowed to have absences prorated based
on the number of school days remaining in the school
year.
Tardies accompanied by a doctor’s note will
not count toward this policy.
NOTE:
- To be counted present in a class, a student must
be in attendance for at least 60 minutes.
- All tardies to school will count toward to schoolwide policy, regardless of when the student signs in
to school.
- Three tardies = one class absence
12. Phone requests for homework assignments must
be made before 9:00 a.m. Otherwise, assignments will
be available the following day.
13. Assemblies
Unless otherwise notified, all students are expected to
attend school assemblies, advisory sessions, or class
meetings. Failure to attend meetings is equivalent to
skipping class.
Sign In/Sign Out Procedures
● Students who arrive on campus late
or leave school early must report
directly to the main office before going
to class or leaving campus.
● Students must bring a properly signed excuse
from a parent to the main office to be validated
before an early dismissal slip can be issued.
● The note is to be given to the main office
before 7:55 A.M. with the time of dismissal,
14. Dismissal Of Co-op/Intern Students
 All Co-op/Intern students must leave the school
premises at the time indicated for early dismissal and
not return.
 Those students who need to remain after their
release time must see an assistant principal for a
permission slip.
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● Computers – School computers are for school
use only.
Gaming, downloading programs,
inappropriate messages, accessing inappropriate
sites, and password theft are just a few of the
restrictions outlined in your computer use
agreement. Violation of computer rules will result in
loss of computer privileges and administrative
discipline.
● Hallways during Lunch – All students are to
remain in the cafeteria during lunchtime.
● Lockers All lockers are considered school
property, and are subject to a search by school
officials. Personal belongings are to be left at
home. The school is not responsible for any item
stolen from a locker.
● Parking Lots
1. Students are not allowed to sit in cars before,
during, or after school. Students are required to
vacate their vehicles immediately upon parking
them in any parking lot.
2. NBHS is a CLOSED CAMPUS. Once on
campus, students may not leave without
permission from the office.
3. Parking lots are “OFF LIMITS” to students
from 7:55 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. Students are not to be
in the parking lot without a pass from the office.
4. Failure to comply with parking rules will result
in the loss of parking privileges and/or
Administrative Discipline Referral.
● Teacher Assigned Detention - Students will be
given one day's advance notice to make
arrangements to stay for detention. Failure to
serve detention will result in an Administrative
Discipline Referral.
reason, and phone numbers for both the parent
and the doctor’s office.
● Students may pick up their early dismissal slip
from the main office between classes or
during their lunch. If the student is leaving before
9:30 A.M., the student should write their first
period teacher’s name on the note. The dismissal
slip will be filled out before a student is released.
● Those students becoming sick at school must
call their parents from the main office before
a dismissal slip is issued.
● This slip will serve as a hall pass in both
situations, and any person found loitering in the
school after dismissal should be reported to the
office.
● This slip will be shown to the teacher at the
beginning of the class period and will be kept by
the student for dismissal purposes. When the
student leaves the classroom, he/she will
report to the main office to sign out.
● Students should report to the main office
to sign back into school. The time returning will
be noted on the slip that is to be given to the
teacher upon returning to class.
● All work missed must be made up three
days following the last absence.
● Failure to sign in when tardy, or out
when leaving school, will result in
disciplinary action.
DISCIPLINE
PLAN
LEVEL I CONSEQUENCES Steps I, II, or III
The following
are examples of inappropriate
conduct.
LEVEL II OFFENSES –
Extreme and Malicious Acts
● Extreme act of disrespect or the willful
disobedience of any staff or program official
● Extreme act of disrespect toward any student
● Severe disruption of class and/or school
programs
● Use and/or possession of tobacco products
● Forgery (including school forms, parent
signatures, faculty signatures, impersonating
parent or guardian, or giving false information to
faculty or administration)
 Vandalism of any Buncombe County Schools
property.
Please Note: Actions not specifically mentioned
here will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
LEVEL I OFFENSES - School Wide Behavior
● Being in an undesignated “closed” area
● Being in the hall without a hall pass
● Failure to follow requests (including giving correct
name) made by faculty, staff, or administration
● Public display of affection
● Inappropriate use of language or gestures
● Littering of school building or grounds
● General violation of cafeteria policies
● Excessive horseplay
● Unauthorized use of elevator
● Violation of school dress code
● Loitering in restrooms, or more than one person in a
restroom stall
LEVEL II CONSEQUENCES Steps III, IV, or V
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LEVEL III OFFENSES –
Criminal Acts/General Statutes
Step II
1. ISS (2 days)
2. Parent
conference/call/or
letter
from
administrator
3. Referral to Counseling Office when appropriate
Step III
1. OSS (1) day
2. Parent conference with administrator (Required
for reinstatement to school)
3. Referral to Counseling Office when appropriate
Step IV
1. OSS (3 days) and/or recommendation for longterm suspension
2. Parent conference with administrator (Required
for reinstatement to school)
3. Discipline Contract
4. Possible Hearing Board.
Step V
A minimum OSS (5 days) with possible convening
of the district hearing board with the
recommendation for long-term suspension
(Violations can result in charges being filed with law
enforcement and/or administrative disciplinary
steps.)
● Gross disrespect of faculty, staff, or visitors of any
school event (verbal or nonverbal)
● Possession, sale, and/or use of mood or mind
altering substances and/or drug paraphernalia, including
but not exclusively: alcohol, marijuana, synthetic
marijuana, prescription drugs, and/or over the counter
substances
● Physical assault on another student or school official
● Communication of threats
● Gang or Gang related Activities (See Page 11)
● Theft
● Hazing/Harassment (including sexual harassment)
● Possession of weapons, explosives including
fireworks and/or smoke bombs
● Arson of a Public Educational Facility
Out-of-School
Suspension
A
student
suspended from school is not allowed to enter any
Buncombe County School campus at any time
during the suspension. This includes any social
function or sporting event that takes place during or
after school hours. In some cases, the parents of
the suspended student must meet with the
principal before the student can be reinstated. A
suspension is an unexcused absence. The student
will receive 3 days to make up major tests or
projects. Daily assignments may or may not be
permitted to be made-up at the discretion of the
individual teacher.
Long-Term Suspension/Expulsion - Students
long-term suspended/expelled from school will not
be permitted to enter any B.C. school campus for
the remainder of the semester and/or school year.
This means that he/she is restricted from the
school campus during the day as well as after
school hours - late afternoon and night for any
school function.
Alternative Discipline - Punishment tailored to
suit student's needs at discretion of the
administration.
Severe Clause - At the discretion of the
administration, the student could be automatically
suspended out-of-school or assigned in-school
suspension.
LEVEL III CONSEQUENCES Steps IV or V
CONSEQUENCES
Disciplinary action will be
dependant on the specific
offense, and a student’s
cumulative record of previous
offences. North Buncombe High
School
will employ the following methods of discipline for rules
violations on NBHS campus or at any NBHS function.
Activating fire alarm unnecessarily, phoning in bomb
threat, or submitting a 911 false alarm
1. In-School Suspension (ISS)
2. Out-of -School Suspension (OSS)
3. Alternative Discipline, at the discretion of the
administration, to include community service,
detention, referral to guidance or other agencies,
loss of privileges, other.
4. Long-term suspension – hearing board.
These methods will be employed in the framework of an
administrative 5-step program with each subsequent
referral receiving more severe action at the discretion of
the administration.
*The Hearing Board may recommend long-term
suspension,
expulsion,
probation,
parent
supervision or some other form of punishment
deemed to be appropriate. If a student is long-term
suspended or expelled, he may utilize the appeals
process through the Buncombe County Board of
Education. If a student who is placed on probation
violates any school rule during this probationary
ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSERTIVE
DISCIPLINE PLAN
Step I
1. ISS (1 day)
2. Parent conference/call/or letter from administrator
3. Referral to Counseling Office when appropriate
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time, the school administration will likely recommend
that he/she be expelled from school.
Local law enforcement has the capability to identify
the presence of drugs and explosives by using
specially trained dogs.
 The school principal shall coordinate the
use of search dogs with local law
enforcement.
 Dogs may be used to search physical
areas when students are not directly
present.
 Dogs may not be used to inspect students’
person.
STUDENT SEARCH & SEIZURE
BCS Board of Education Policy 463
Inherent in the right of a public education is the
reasonability of students and school officials to adhere
to the laws of the state and nation, as well as the rules
of the local school, and to keep in mind at all times the
individual rights of others; therefore, it shall be the policy
of Buncombe County. Board of Education to allow
school officials to conduct reasonable search of
student’s person, lockers, automobiles and other
belongings within the school premises under the
following conditions and circumstances:
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Automobiles
 School officials have the right to visually
inspect vehicles parked on school
properties by looking into the vehicle.
 Students will be asked to open a vehicle
for inspection when school officials have
“reasonable suspicion” that contraband or
illegal items are hidden in the vehicle.
 Refusal by a student to open the vehicle to
a reasonable search by school officials
may result in a referral to law enforcement.
Disposition of Items Obtained
Items seized by school officials through search of a
student’s person or property may be turned over to
law enforcement agents if school officials have
“reasonable suspicion” that a crime or unlawful act
has been committed, or if the materials, weapons,
or substances confiscated are suspected to be
dangerous or harmful to the health and welfare of
students.
For the enforcement of disciplinary rules of the
school.
In the event of a “bomb threat” or other similar
threat that could endanger students and school
personnel.
When there is a “reasonable suspicion” for
suspecting that something unlawful has been or
is being committed.
To investigate any suspicion that conduct or
materials dangerous or harmful to the health
and welfare of students is occurring or being
harbored in the school.
To protect students from dangerous conditions
such as possession and sale of drugs on the
premises or the possession of dangerous
weapons or substances by other students.
School officials must have a “reasonable
suspicion” to believe that a student in question
possesses contraband.
When school officials issue lockers or other
storage areas for use by students, the students
shall be informed that these areas are subject
to routine and general inspection by school
officials in the interest of health, safety, and
welfare of students. This handbook serves as
this notification. It shall be the policy of the BCS
Board of Education that students shall have no
expectation of privacy in school lockers, and
storage areas.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Defined
North Buncombe High School requires that
everyone in our school community be treated with
utmost respect. The administration exists in order
to support every student’s right to learn and every
teacher’s right to teach. All students, teachers and
administrators are united to uphold and obey the
rules and regulations that govern North Buncombe
High School, Buncombe County Schools, and our
society at large. An orderly environment will thus
be maintained at all times. The following behaviors
are expected from all students:
Electronic Metal Detection Devices
 School officials have the right to use electronic
metal detection devices to screen for metallic
contraband.
Hand held scanners that
electronically signal the presence of metal
objects may be used by school officials in
conjunction with reasonable searches.
 Walk through metal detection devices may be
used at school events to screen patrons.
● Treat others with courtesy and respect
● Cooperate fully with faculty, staff and
administration
● Treat personal property of others and school
property with respect
● Help create and support a positive and safe
school environment
● Come to each class prepared and ready to learn
● Act responsibly and accept the consequences of
behavior
Drug Searches Using Canines
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Please Note:
● Acts committed by a student that are not specifically
mentioned in the student handbook, will be handled
individually by the administration and faculty.
● The administration reserves the right to work with the
faculty in modifying any of the consequences and/or
steps for disciplinary action.
A lunch is made up of 5 components:
Choose “Only One” of each component category
You may choose a minimum of 3 out of 5 components!
Example:
Pizza (2 components) & Milk (1 component)
Or
You can choose all 5 components!
Example:
Pizza (2 components)
Apple (1 component)
Carrots (1 component)
Milk (1 component)
A. Building/ Grounds Policies
School property shall include any
school building, furniture, lockers,
equipment, textbooks, buses, public
school
campus,
parking
lot,
recreational areas, or athletic field
under the charge of the principal.
“Extra Charge”
2 of the same Side/Entrée
Extra Side/Entree
C. Cheating
1. Supervision
All students must be under the direct supervision of
a faculty/staff member, or in the commons area of
the building after 3:00 P.M. on school days. On
non-school days, students must be under the direct
supervision of a faculty/staff member.
2. Damages
Students are required to pay for damages to school
property, furniture, equipment and books GS 115-149.
3. Closed areas
No student is allowed in an area designated “Closed”
during lunch or other designated times.
4. Elevators
Elevators are to be used only by special needs students
and faculty/staff members.
5. Lockers
Lockers are school property and are subject to search
by school officials. The school is not responsible for
items stolen or missing from lockers.
6. Parking lots
Cars must display a student-parking sticker, purchased
in the main office, to park on campus. No student may
return to cars during the school day.
7. Restrooms
Students are not allowed to loiter (hang-out) in
restrooms. Only one person is allowed in a bathroom
stall at a time. Students are not allowed to lock entrance
doors to restrooms.
Students are expected to do their own work.
Cheating includes both providing work to another
or accepting that which is not your own.
Plagiarism/Cheating will result in disciplinary action
by the classroom teacher and/or administration.
D.
Messages/Deliveries/
Personal Business
North Buncombe High School is not a place to
conduct personal business.
1. Flowers and other Deliveries - Flowers and
other similar items delivered to students during the
school day will be kept in the main office and may
be claimed at the end of the school day.
2. Cell phones or electronic devices not
deemed by the teacher as educationally necessary
are not to be used or in view in any classroom.
1st Offense – Teacher confiscates for rest of class.
2ndOffense – Teacher confiscates & gives to an
administrator. Only a parent/guardian may pick
it up.
3rd Offense and beyond – Teacher confiscates &
gives to an administrator. Only a parent/guardian
may pick it up.
The student will receive an
administrative referral and a day in ISS.
Refusal to give the teacher a device when asked is an
act of willful disobedience which is a Level II rules
violation.
B. Cafeteria Rules and Policies
All students are expected to wait their
turn in the lunch line. They are also
expected to return their plates to the
counter and to leave their tables clean
when they have finished eating.
3. Telephones-Students may use school
phones located in main office between classes, at
lunch, before and after school. Students are not to
use school phones without permission from their
teacher and only in cases of emergency.
Breakfast - $1.00 Students / $.30 Reduced / $1.35 Adults
Lunch $2.25
$.40 Reduced
$3.50
Extreme - $2.50
E. Disrespect - Students are expected to
All food and drink must be treated appropriately and
consumed in the cafeteria. No food is allowed to be
consumed in the lunch line.
What makes a Reimbursable Lunch?
● Disrespect to teacher, administrator, or staff
includes communication of threats, directing of
conduct themselves in a civilized and respectful
manner to all faculty/staff members and to each
other.
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accompanied by parent contact to assigned
periods of short-term suspension to administrative
recommendation for long-term suspension:
obscenities, refusal to follow directions, rude behavior,
arguing or talking back, etc.
1. Assault on Government Officers or Employees-G.S. 14-33.
A student or parent is guilty of this offense if he or she
commits an assault on any officer or employee of the state
who is discharging or attempting to discharge his or her
official duties.
1) Displaying, possessing or distributing
any clothing, jewelry, emblem, visible
body marking, or literature that
communicates or symbolizes affiliation
with a gang.
2) Communicating gang affiliation through
either verbal or non-verbal methods
including, but not limited to, hand
gestures, drawing, and electronic
communication.
3) Tagging school or personal property
with gang related symbols.
4) Harassment,
intimidation,
or
solicitation directed toward a student or
staff member relative to gang activity.
2. Teachers’ or Administrators’ Right to RestrainPursuant to North Carolina G.S. 115C-390 and Buncombe
County School Board Policy #475. School personnel may
use reasonable force to control behavior or to remove a
person from the scene in situations as follows:
● To quell a disturbance that threatens injury to others
● To obtain possession of weapons or other dangerous
object(s) on the person, or within control of a student
● For self-protection
● For protection of person or property
Any violation of the aforementioned will result in
disciplinary action within the school, criminal charges,
and/or possible civil penalties being incurred.
The above behaviors will not be tolerated here at
North Buncombe High School. The level discipline
for the above offenses will be determined by the
administrator by the frequency, the severity of the
offense as well as the disruption to the educational
environment which it causes in order to provide a
safe, gang-free environment at North Buncombe
High School.
Disrespect to fellow students includes:
● Communicating threats, either verbally or written
● Sexual Harassment
Pursuant to Buncombe County School Board Policy
# 461. No student within the Buncombe County School
System should be subject to sexual harassment while in
attendance at school or any school-sponsored activity.
Sexual Harassment of students is defined as
unwelcome sexual advances, request for sexual favors,
or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature
when submission to such conduct is made, either
explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of admission,
enrollment, participation in programs, and services, or
academic or disciplinary status; submission or rejection
of the harassment is used by a basis for academic or
disciplinary decisions affecting an individual; the
harassment has a purpose of effect of unreasonably
interfering with an individual’s academic performance or
creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive learning
environment. If any student believes that he or she has
been subjected to sexual harassment, whether verbal,
written, visual, or physical, the student should
immediately report this situation to the principal of the
school or Director of Student Services for the
Buncombe County School System at 255-5876.
● Hazing
"Bullying,” taunting, personal or
sexual harassment, racial slurs or
intimidation will result in immediate
disciplinary action.
Definition and punishment - It
shall be unlawful for any student in
any college or school in the State to engage in
what is known as hazing, or to aid or abet any other
student in the commission of this offense. For the
purposes of this section hazing is defined as
follows: "to annoy any student by playing abusive
or ridiculous tricks upon him, to frighten, scold,
beat or harass him, or to subject him to personal
indignity."
Any violation of this section shall
constitute a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not
to exceed five hundred dollars ($500),
imprisonment for not more than six months, or
both. (1913, c.169,ss.1,2,3,4:C.S., s4217; 1969, c.
1224, 2.1.)
Paragraph 14-36 - expulsion from school; duty
of faculty to expel.
Upon conviction of any student of the offense of
hazing, or of abetting in the commission of this
offense, he shall, in addition to any punishment
imposed on the court, be expelled from the college
or school he is attending. The faculty or governing
board of any college or school charged with the
duty of expulsion of students for proper cause
shall, upon such conviction at once expel the
offender, and a failure to do so shall be a
misdemeanor. (1913, c. 109; ss. 5,5; C.S., s. 4218)
 Gang & Gang Related Activities
Buncombe County Schools defines a “gang” as any
ongoing alliance or association of three or more
individuals, formal or informal, having as one of its
primary activities the commission of criminal acts or
purposeful violation of school policy. Inherent to the
gang’s structure is a common set of identifying traits
including names, signs, colors, and symbols.
The following conduct or activity is prohibited and
subject to consequences ranging from an initial warning
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Any violation of the aforementioned will result in
disciplinary action within the school, criminal
charges, and/or possible civil penalties being
incurred.
2. Arson of a Public Educational Facility:
Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute G.S. 14-50:
“If any person shall wantonly and willfully set fire to or
burn or cause to be burned, or aid, counsel, or procure
the burning of any schoolhouse or building owned,
leased, or used by any public or private school, college,
or educational institution shall be punished as a class F
felony. Punishment shall include immediate suspension
of ten days and subsequent hearing board and/or civil
remedies that may be incurred.”
F. Other General Statutes
1. Alcohol/Drugs - The use or possession of controlled
substances as defined by North Carolina Law, including
alcohol, is prohibited on school property at all times,
which includes school sponsored activities or events.
Disciplinary action will be taken in instances of violation
of this policy.
Possession of substances that simulate controlled
substances is also prohibited. This includes, but is not
limited to, synthetic substances, white powders or nonnarcotic organic materials being portrayed as controlled
substances.
This includes products that simulate
alcoholic beverages.
● Activating fire alarm unnecessarily, phoning in
bomb threat, or submitting a 911 false alarm is a
crime and will receive administrative discipline and
charges.
3. Weapons - Any student having any
form of a weapon in his possession
on the school premises will result
in immediate suspension with
recommendation for long term
suspension from school.
Any senior who violates this policy of the Board within the
last ten-(10) school days shall automatically forfeit the right to
participate in graduation exercises with his class in addition to
any other punishment imposed by the administration. This
handbook serves as the notification to parents and students
of this policy.
a. 14-269.2 Weapons on campus or other
educational property. It shall be unlawful for any
person to possess, or carry, whether openly or
concealed, any gun, rifle, pistol, dynamite cartridge,
bomb, grenade, mine, powerful explosive as defined
in GS 14-284.1. Also any bowie knife, dagger,
slingshot, leaded can, switchblade, blackjack, metallic
knuckles, or any other weapon of like kind, not used
solely for instructional or school sanctioned
ceremonial purposes. These items should not be on
or in any public or private school building or bus, on
any public or private school campus grounds. This
includes the recreation area, athletic field, or other
property owned, used, or operated by any board of
trustees or directors for the administration of public or
private educational institution. For the purpose of this
section, a self-opening or switchblade knife is defined
as a knife containing a blade or blades (except solely
for personal shaving) and any sharp pointed or edged
instrument except unaltered nail files and clips and
tools used solely for preparation of food, instruction
and maintenance.
b. General Statute 14-269.2 (4)b: "It shall be a Class
I felony for any person to possess or carry ...any gun,
rifle, pistol or other firearm of any kind...on
educational property."
c. General Statute 14-315.1. Storage of firearms to
protect minors: "(a) Any person who resides in the
same premises as a minor, owns or possesses a
firearm, and stores or leaves the firearm (i) in a
condition that the firearm can be discharged and (ii) in
a manner that the person knew or should have known
that an unsupervised minor would be able to gain
access to the firearm, is guilty of a misdemeanor..."
d. General Statute 115C-288(g): "(g) To report
certain acts to Law Enforcement. When the principal
has a reasonable belief that an act has occurred on
school property involving assault resulting in a serious
personal injury, sexual assault, sexual offense, rape,
kidnapping, indecent liberties with a minor, assault
involving the use of a weapon in violation of the law,
The purpose of the following is to assure that
students needing alcohol or drug treatment, education,
or counseling will receive the help they need through the
schools, or outside counseling and has been added to
the current school rules and regulations.
● The first violation of the alcohol and drug policy by a
student will result in the student being suspended: Use
or possession - a minimum of 5 days; Sale or
distribution – a minimum of 10 days. It may be
recommended that the student receive a drug
assessment and counseling services.
It may be
recommended that, upon return to school, the student
participate in an in-school insight group facilitated by a
school counselor. The student may be recommended to
the discipline Hearing Board as described in Board
Policy 460, Serious Misconduct.
● The second violation of this policy by a student will
result in the student being recommended to the
Discipline Hearing Board as described in Board Policy
460, Serious Misconduct.
*Criminal charges may be filed at any time in this
process.
NOTE: MEDICATION POLICY
Students are not to have medication in their
possession at school–whether prescription or overthe–counter. Medicines are dispensed by the Main
Office Personnel. Appropriate documentation must
be kept on file.
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or possession of a controlled substance in violation of the
law, the principal shall immediately report the act to the
appropriate local law enforcement agency.
For the
purposes of this subsection, 'school property' shall include
any school building, bus, public school campus, grounds,
recreational area, or athletic field, in charge of the
principal."
administrative discipline.
8. Snowballs, Water Balloons, etc.
Throwing of snowballs, water balloons or the
participation in any behavior which affects the
harmony and well being of North Buncombe High
School will not be tolerated. Immediate disciplinary
action will be taken.
G. Personal Conduct – Defined - Students are
expected to conduct themselves in a civilized and
respectful manner at all times.
9. Tobacco
The use or possession of tobacco
products, lighters, and matches is not
permitted on school property by
students or adults. This includes after school
activities as well. The Board further prohibits
any form of smoking including non-tobacco
substances that simulate tobacco. Those may
include "rabbit tobacco," spices such as cloves,
or any other substance that is lighted and
smoked or placed in the mouth to simulate
tobacco. Use or possession will result in
disciplinary action.
1. Disruptive Actions
Students who intentionally incite a disruption or
disturbance are subject to suspension.
2. Dress
Any type of apparel that is “suggestive “ in nature, by
either sex, is unacceptable. Dress that could disrupt the
educational process or compromise the safety of
students and staff is also forbidden. This list includes,
but is not limited to, the following:
exposed
undergarments, exposed cleavage, shirts that show
midriffs, and sheer/see-through garments.
Dresses,
skirts, and shorts must be at least fingertip length when
arms are fully extended to the sides. Shirts and blouses
must be at least the width of three fingers on the
shoulders. Shoes or sandals must be worn at all times.
No hats, headscarves, bandanas or other headgear will
be worn in the building. Hats will be taken and held for
one week. Clothing with vulgar, profane, or offensive
statements or clothing that advertises alcoholic
beverages or illegal drugs is unacceptable and may not
be worn on campus.
3. Explosive Devices/Firecrackers
Any student in possession of, firing, or taking part in
the firing of firecrackers or any other explosive
(including smoke bombs) on the school premises will
receive in- or out-of-school suspension and be referred
to the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Department.
4. Fighting
The administration recognizes that students have the
right to protect and defend themselves. If there is any
possible way that a fight can be avoided, then students
must do so. Students involved in horseplay leading to
fight will be held responsible. Mediation, which has
been proven to be effective, is available through the
NBHS guidance department. Students that do not
follow this policy will receive three or more days of
out-of-school suspension and may be subject to
criminal charges at the administration’s discretion.
5. Horseplay
Students involved in horseplay leading to a fight will
be held responsible and will receive disciplinary action.
6. Profanity
The use of profanity or obscene gestures will result in
disciplinary action.
7. Public Display of Affection
“P.D.A” is defined as anything more than
holding hands and is subject to
H. Transportation Policies
1. STUDENT VEHICLES
● All students who drive to school must make an
application for a permit.
● Board of Education policy requires students to
pay $44.00 per year for parking privileges. All
registered vehicles parked at school will have a
valid parking permit displayed when on campus
during school hours.
The school policy for dealing with those who
do not display a parking sticker will be as
follows:
1) Dollar Lot - Students not displaying a
parking sticker may park for $1.00 per day
in a designated lot beginning at the
security guard house. Students must
register, and pay each day in the front office.
2) Students parking in an inappropriate or
undesignated area (including parking without a
permit or in wrong # space) will receive a $5
parking ticket. The student will not be allowed to
park on campus until this ticket is paid in full.
Students continuing to receive parking tickets will
have their vehicle towed at the owner’s expense
(Excess $100) and could have their parking
privileges revoked for the school year.
● Reckless driving on school property will result
in disciplinary action. Vandalism to school property
(including damage to landscaping and/or turf)
carries a minimum fine of a $50.00 and a 10-day
suspension of driving privileges.
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● If the automobile is a contributing factor to truancy
or tardiness, the student will be denied the privilege of
bringing a car to school.
● Students are to park so as not to block others or the
drive areas.
● The school is not responsible for any damage to a
student's vehicle or property taken from the vehicle
during the school day.
● Any attempt to forge permits will result in
suspension of parking privileges and further disciplinary
action.
NOTICE: Failure to comply with parking regulations
could result in the towing of your vehicle at the
owners’ expense.
beginning of the school day and parents will be
called to verify the request. Permission will be
given only if space is available.
● Violation of bus passenger conduct and
safety regulation(s) will result in suspension
from the bus and or possible legal proceedings
against violators, possible in or out of school
suspensions.
SCHEDULING AND GRADING
Scheduling
A. Student registration and course selections are
completed in the spring. Many hours have
been dedicated to creating a master schedule.
The number of various classes, staffing needs,
use of personnel, and balancing of class size
were based upon the choices you made during
spring registration. The registration card you
submitted is on file and serves as verification of
your choices. In some circumstances, your
schedule may not be an actual reflection of
your original selections due to master
schedule
conflicts
or
graduation
requirements. For reasons other than an
error or oversight on the school’s part or a
graduation requirement, these schedules
will not be changed.
B. Students may pick up schedules at school in
early August. Exact dates and times will be
announced through the “School Messenger”
telephone messaging system. If an error has
occurred, please make an appointment with
the Counseling Office as soon as possible so
that we may address the issue.
Grading System
Grades represent mastery of content and
completion of requirements in a given class.
Students are marked on the basis of their
individual ability insofar as can be determined by
standardized tests, teacher's tests, daily work,
observations, and conferences. Through such an
individual grading system, it is believed that
students will be challenged to work to the
maximum of their ability. Therefore, it is important
that the grades of one student never be compared
with those of another.
Our marking system
conforms to that in common use as follows:
Weighted Points for Credit
A = 4 Quality Points
Honors Class = +1
B = 3 Quality Points
AP Class = +2
C = 2 Quality Points
D = 1 Quality Points
F = 0 Quality Points
SCHOOL BUS
Passenger Conduct and Safety
● Refrain from any type of "horseplay" on
the bus at all times.
● Use a reasonable volume in
conversation.
● No throwing of object in the bus at any time.
● Do nothing to distract the driver's attention from the
safe operation of the bus.
● No smoking, lighting matches or cigarette lighters
on the bus.
● Be at the bus stop on time and wait for the bus in a
safe place, off the road.
● Walk, do not run, when crossing the road at the bus
stop. Cross in front of the bus - far enough in front to
see the driver and allow him to see you.
● Obey the driver and adhere to directions at all
times.
● Keep head, arms, and hands inside the bus.
● Keep the aisle clear of objects. Students must stay
behind the driver at all times.
● No radios or tape players will be allowed on the bus
without permission. Volume must not interfere with bus
driver’s driving safely.
● Remain seated until the bus has stopped before
attempting to leave bus.
● Passengers who live on the right side of road
should immediately move away from the bus out of
danger after unloading.
● Report any misbehavior or vandalism to the bus
driver.
● In the event of an accident or emergency, the
passengers may have to unload from the bus. They
should go to a safe place off the highway. Another bus
will pick students up or other suitable arrangements will
be made to transport students.
● Pets or animals are not allowed on a school bus at
any time.
● The school reserves the right to assign seats on
buses.
● If students wish to ride a bus different from their
assigned bus, student must bring a note from a parent
or guardian indicating the reason for the request.
Students should take the note to the main office at the
A student's letter grade will appear on the report
card.
Final exams, including state End-Of-Course &
VOCATS Tests, count 25% of the course grade.
Class rank and grade point average are weighted.
Rank is determined at the end of each semester.
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study outlined below in grades nine through twelve
in order to qualify for graduation.
Promotion Guidelines
A. To be a Sophomore: 6 units - including
B. To be a Junior:
13 units - including
C. To be a Senior:
20 units - including
D. To graduate:
28 units - including English IV
1-Semester Course = one unit credit
4 Classes per semester = eight units per year
Early or Mid-Year Completers
Students
completing
all
graduation
requirements at the end of the first semester may
opt to graduate “mid-year”. Please note that this
option forfeits all rights to end-of-year senior
activities; including, but not exclusive to, Senior
Day (picnic), Spring Athletics, Prom (unless as a
guest), and Graduation.
A special Mid-Year
Graduation Ceremony will be held in January to
honor Mid-Year Completers.
Admission of Pupils
A. In order to receive a diploma from North
Buncombe High School, a student must be in
attendance the final semester of their senior year.
B. Home-school students – Credits and grades
earned will be recorded on the student’s transcript
at standard level with no course weight assigned.
C. Students attending Huskins Bill courses
through area vocational or technical schools shall
be given credit for such courses toward graduation
requirements.
D. Students who fail a course may attend academic
summer school if available, course recovery, twilight
school, mini-mesters immediately following the failed
class for one credit or one course (provided the course
is available). Summer school for classes failed previous
years is no longer allowed in the BCS system.
E. The school also provides opportunities, for students
who qualify, to receive credit through our Course
Recovery program during the school year, and during
the summer when available.
F. Students cannot take two years of English
during the same year in high school without prior
principal approval.
G. Students having legal residency outside of the
NBHS district must receive Board approval to attend
North Buncombe High School. Their request must be
processed through the Buncombe County Board of
Education Communications Office.
H. All transfer students must have an
administrative interview before attending classes.
Report Cards
Report cards are issued after each six-week
grading period for a total of six times annually. Progress
reports will be given to all students midway through the
six weeks grading period.
Students who entered 9th grade 2008
I. College/University Prep
English
Mathematics
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
*1 additional math beyond Algebra
Science
Earth/Environmental Science
Biology
1 Physical Science
Social Studies
Civics/Economics
World Studies
U.S. History
Foreign Language (same language)
Physical Education/ Health
Electives
Total Units
II. College Tech Prep
English
Mathematics
Algebra I
Algebra II and Geometry OR
Tech Math I and Tech Math II
Science
Earth/Environmental Science
Biology
1 Physical Science
Social Studies
World Studies
Economics/Law
U.S. History
Career Pathways*
Physical Education/ Health
Electives
Total Units
Honor Roll
After each reporting period, a list of students who
have made the scholastic honor roll will be posted.
Students appearing on the A Honor Roll, must have
earned all As. Students appearing on the A/B Honor
Roll, must not have earned any grades lower than a B.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Credits for graduation from high school
begin accumulating in the ninth grade. A student must
meet the requirements in one of the four courses of
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Units
4
4
3
3
2
1
11
28
Units
4
3
3
3
4
1
10
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specifically identified for this program. For the
2010-2011 school year and after, the state has
determined that OCS students will be administered
EOC’s for:
Algebra I following Occ Math II
English I following Occ English II
Writing Test following Occ English II
Biology following Occ Science II
III. Career Prep* course of study is the same as
College Tech Prep with the exception of the math
requirements (3 units of credit in math, one of which
must be Algebra I).
*In order to qualify for graduation from the College Tech Prep
or Career Prep course of study, a student must successfully
complete 4 units of credit in a career and technical Pathway,
including and advanced or starred/completer course.
M.A.R. Requirements
English - English I, II, III, IV
Math - Alg. I, Alg. II, Geometry, or higher-level
math course for which Algebra II is a prerequisite,
one math beyond Alg. II.
Science – Earth/Environmental Science, Biology,
and a physical science.
Social Studies – Econ/Law or Econ/Civics, World
Studies, and U.S. History
Foreign Language – At least two courses of the
same foreign language are strongly recommended
and required by most.
Electives - Based on your class's graduation
requirements
A math course and a foreign language course in
the 12th grade are recommended.
IV. Occupational Prep is designed for students who
have individual educational plans.
MINIMUM ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS (M.A.R.)
The UNC system has minimum admission
requirement standards. Most of the schools in the
UNC system have additional admissions
requirements. Check with your counselor, the
college admissions offices, and catalogues. Write
the schools for specific information. Requirements
may change.
Future Ready Core Course of Study
(Entering Freshman 2009-2010 School Year or
After)
NORTH CAROLINA ACADEMIC SCHOLARS
PROGRAM COURSE OF STUDY
The North Carolina State Board of Education approved
new graduation requirements for the entering Freshman
classes of 2009 – 2010 or after at their September,
2008 meeting. The new graduation requirements are
referred to as the Future-Ready Core Course of Study.
The Future-Ready Core Course of Study will prepare all
students for careers and college learning in the 21st
Century. The primary change from previous graduation
requirements is the increased level of mathematics
proficiency that will be required for most students. The
Future Ready Core Course of Study includes Algebra I,
Geometry, Algebra II and a fourth math above Algebra
II. There are limited alternative options available for
some students. However, these options are to be used
rarely and still include a significant increase in
mathematics compared to previous graduation
requirements. An additional requirement of the FutureReady Core Course of Study is a required Four Credit
Concentration for all students.
Buncombe County
Schools
implementation
of
the
Four
Credit
Concentration allows flexibility to meet student needs
and interests.
(Graduating Class of 2007 and Beyond)
The Academic Scholars Program requiresa minimum
cumulative GPA of 3.5 (unweighted) from the following:
English
4
Mathematics
4
Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and one unit of
advanced mathematics for which Algebra II is a
prerequisite. Four (4) units must be taken in
grades 9-12.
Science
3
Earth Environmental Science, Biology, and one
from either Chemistry, Physics, or Advanced
Biology II
Social Studies
3
Economics/Civics, World History, US History
Foreign Language
2
Two levels of the same language
Health and Physical Education
1
Career and Technical Education
1
Arts Education
1
Dance, Music, Theatre Arts or Visual Arts
Additional Advanced Level Courses 2
Electives
7
TOTAL
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Graduation requirements for the entering Freshman
class of 2009-2010 or after also include the NC High
School Exit Standards that were first implemented with
the entering Freshman class of 2006 – 2007. To meet
the NC High School Exit Standards a student must
score proficient on the end of course assessments for
Algebra I, Biology, English I, Civics and Economics and
US History
N.C. EOC STANDARDS (HIGH SCHOOL)
According to State Board of Education policy HSPN-004 (16 NCAC 6D.0503), students entering the
ninth grade for the first time in 2006-2007 and
The Occupational Course of Study will continue to be
available for those students with disabilities who are
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beyond following the Career Preparation, College
Technical Preparation, or College University Preparation
courses of study will be required to perform at
Achievement Level III or above on five end-of-course
(EOC) assessments and successfully complete a
graduation project.
The three required EOC
assessments are Algebra I, Biology, English I. The
graduation project is a performance-based component
that can include service-based learning or work-based
learning experiences.
The graduation project is
developed, monitored, and scored locally using stateadopted rubrics. Students following the Occupational
Course of Study are required to meet rigorous exit
standards as outlined in State Board of Education policy
HSP-N-004 (16 NCAC 6D.0503)
1. Medical Considerations
2. Work-Related Considerations
3. Exceptional Children Considerations
4. Other Considerations
In all cases of hardship, documented proof
must be submitted. It is also the responsibility of
each school and/or LEA to maintain a record of
students given Driving Eligibility Certificates. This
legislation does not affect students who have
attained a high school diploma, a G.E.D., an adult
high school diploma, or those students who are 18
years of age.
The procedures for students who do not perform at
Achievement Level III or above on any of the three
required EOC assessments are listed below:
1) Retest #1 will be administrated within ten days of
their original test. The student is only eligible for
Retest #1 if they have passed the course.
2) The student is required to take Retest 1 if
they scored a level 2 on the original EOC.
The student/parent may request to retest if
they scored a level 1 on the original EOC.
3) The principal will make the final decision in
regards to credit of the course.
DRIVER’S LICENSE LAWS
Students are subject to revocation of
driving license or driving permits under
two North Carolina laws.
Lose Control, Lose Your License
This law came into effect July 1, 2000. The law will
suspend a student’s permit or license for one year.
The legislation directs public schools, community
colleges, and nonpublic schools to notify the North
Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles whenever a
student is given an expulsion/suspension for more
than 10 consecutive days or an assignment to an
alternative educational setting for more than 10
consecutive days for one of the following reasons:
1. The possession or sale of an alcoholic
beverage or an illegal controlled substance on
school property.
2. The possession or use on school property of a
weapon or firearm that resulted in disciplinary
action under G.S. 115C-391(d1) or that could
have resulted in that disciplinary action if the
conduct had occurred in a public school.
3. The physical assault on a teacher or other
school personnel on school property.
EXAM EXEMPTION POLICY
Starting with the 2011 – 2012 school year,
Buncombe County Schools will no longer offer final
examination exemptions to high school students.
For approximately half of our high schools this will
not be a change in plans for the coming year.
Final examination exemptions have been used by
some of our high schools to encourage good
grades and attendance. Incentive programs may
still be used to promote these goals but the reward
cannot be an exemption from the final examination
for any course.
1. Dropout Prevention/Driver’s License (House Bill 769)
2. Lose Control, Lose Your License (Senate Bill 57)
Dropout Prevention/Driver’s License
The Dropout Prevention/Driver’s License legislation
reflects a coordinated statewide effort to motivate and
encourage students to complete high school. The
revocation of a student’s driving permit or license will
result if a student is unable to maintain adequate
progress or drops out of school. Adequate academic
progress will be evaluated at the end of each semester.
A student must pass five out of six courses each
semester (three out of four, if the high school is on a
4 x 4 block schedule) in order to be eligible to
receive a Driving Eligibility Certificate. Students not
meeting these criteria will lose their permit/license for a
semester. A student who drops out of school will lose
his or her driver’s permit or license. Principals and/or a
principal’s designee will be able to issue Driving
Eligibility Certificates to students based on hardship.
Cases of hardship must reflect specific circumstances
that are beyond the control of the student, his or her
parents, or the school.
The specific hardship
circumstances are divided into four categories:
LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER POLICY
1. Hours of operation are during the regular school
day, 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
2..Student use of the Library/Media Center:
a. Students must have a pass to enter the
Library/Media Center during class periods to be
presented at the circulation desk. (Passes should
include the student’s name; date; assignment;
time; and teacher’s signature.)
b. No more than five students may be sent from
one class without a teacher.
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c. Reference materials and magazines may be
checked out overnight and are due back before first
period the next day. All other books/materials in the
general collection may be checked out for 10 school
days.
3. Supplementary/recommended reading material:
a. Checkout for supplementary/recommended
reading is twenty (20) school days.
b. Students will be charged the replacement cost for
any supplementary book lost.
c. Copies of required reading for English Honors
will be available for checkout at the end of the first and
second semester.
4. The Library/Media Center is open before school,
during lunch, and after school for leisure reading,
research, word processing, and homework.
5. Computer Internet Policies - Students
and
parents
must
sign
a
permission/agreement form provided by the
school for students to use the internet.
Computers are for school use only.
Gaming,
downloading programs, inappropriate messages,
accessing inappropriate sites, and password theft are
just a few of the restrictions outlined in your computer
use agreement. Violation of computer rules will result in
loss of computer privileges and administrative discipline.
1. Each school principal shall develop a written set
of specifications for each item to be sold through
the school.
2. At least three written competitive quotations shall
be solicited by the principal for each item to be
sold. If items to be sold are for fundraising
activity, the quotations shall reflect the profit to be
made.
3. Each principal shall award the bids to the vendor
taking into consideration the lowest responsible
bidder, quality, performance and the time
specified in the bids for the performance of the
contract.
a. All bid tabulations and awards of bids along
with justifications shall be maintained by the
schools so they may be reviewed by the board's
internal auditing staff.
b. Items covered by this procedure shall include,
but not be limited to, annuals, school rings,
graduation supplies and items sold for a fund
raising project such as candles, magazine
subscriptions, candy, etc. No food or drink sale
of any type shall be allowed within a school which
would conflict with the school lunch program.
B. Goods and services that do not require a
contract.
1. Any approved club or class having an
organization within a school wishing to sell items
that do not require a contract must have a written
request approved by the school principal.
2. The written request made by the group sponsor
shall include details of the project such as dates,
time, location, purpose of funds to be raised,
items to be sold and prices to be charged.
3. The written request shall be retained in a file
"Request for Money Raising Activities" and shall
become part of the Internal Accounts Records.
Items covered by the above procedure shall
include, but not be limited to, cookie and cake
sales, admission to plays, car washes, etc.
SCHOOL ACTIVITIES AND TRIPS
General Provisions
A. All groups of students who wish to participate
in a school activity or take a trip outside of a 100-mile
radius must do so on holidays, Saturdays or during
vacation, even though this activity might be termed as
educational. Exception: teams in playoffs, or school
sponsored trips approved by the principal.
B. Written permission of parents is required and must
be kept on file for all students who go on
educational trips. The use of private cars for
educational trips is discouraged.
C. No publicity or fund-raising activities shall be
engaged by school groups in connection with any
proposed trips until the Principal has granted approval
for the activity.
D. No field trip can be taken within two weeks of the
last day of school of each semester.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Objective
The objective of the Student Council is to
encourage and promote, among the student body,
a sense of good citizenship, sportsmanship,
leadership, and scholarship.
Membership
To be a member of Student Council, one must be
enrolled at North Buncombe High School and be
elected according to the rules governing elections.
School Board Policies concerning
Fund-Raising Projects and
Purchasing Procedures –
Items Sold Within the School
In order for students in Buncombe County to receive the
highest quality goods and services possible for the
funds expended, the following procedures shall be
followed in procuring items for sale to students and for
fund-raising activities:
A. Goods and services that require a contract:
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the school year, as defined in NCGS 90-87 without a
medical prescription, shall lose his eligibility in all
interscholastic athletic programs of this school for a
period of time; the duration shall be initially set at 100%
of athletic contests (regular and postseason) and will
begin upon the completion of the principal’s
investigation of the alleged violation. The number of
athletic contest will be determined on a percentage
basis using the total regular season contest allowed by
NCHSAA for the current sport of participation. In the
event that a student-athlete violates the policy during a
period of an off season, the penalty will be assigned
within the next season of participation using the number
of regular season contests allowable for that sport.
Likewise, if the violation occurs during a sport season
without an adequate number of remaining contest to
fulfill the percentage requirements, the next sport’s
participation will be used to calculated and complete the
percentage of contests remaining. This suspension shall
be subject to revocation after the initial 25 percent of
contests of non-eligibility based upon the decision to do
so by the system-based athletic committee. For the
purpose of converting the percentage of contest of
ineligibility, the following sports will use the total number
of regular season events as scheduled by the school:
cross country, golf, swimming, tennis, track and field,
and wrestling. Within the sport of cheerleading, the
calculation of ineligible contests will be determined
using the sports of football and basketball relative to the
season that the violation occurs.”
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Student Council……………….……..……Mrs. J. Graeme
Art Club………………………………….……Ms. C. Jones
Beta Club………………………..…………...Mrs. E. Smith
Black Hawks for Christ………….…………..Mr. D. Beaver
Bluegrass…………………………………….Mr. D. Beaver
DECA…………………………….……..…….Mrs. K. Ballard
Debate………………………………………....................TBA
Diversity………………………………………Ms. C. Jones
Environmental………………………… Mr. M. Deloughery
Fellowship of Christian Athletes…………..Mr. L. Robinson
French Club…………………………...……………….TBA
FFA…………….……………………………Mr. J. Gillespie
FCCLA………………………..Ms. J. Luquire/Ms. A. White
Health Occupation………………………..Mrs. T. Edwards
Humanities………………………………..…Mr. B. Graham
Intramurals………………………………………………TBA
Math……………….…………..……………..Mr. J. Webster
Mountain Biking……………….……………….Mr. M. Rowe
Odyssey of the Mind……………………..…Mrs. K. Brown
Peer Academic Leader Society “PALS”......Mrs. K. Herrick
Performing Arts Club………….…...………...Mr. R. Webb
Renaissance…………………….……...….....Mrs. K. Herrick
Science Olympiad.. Mr. R. McClanahan, Mr. M. Bowman
Ski/Snowboarding…….………………………Mr. M. Rowe
Ultimate Frisbee………..……………………..Mr. M. Rowe
WorldQuest……………………………………..Mr. E. Lapp
Yearbook…………………………….....…….Mrs. A. White
Outdoor Club……Mrs. K. Ballard,Mr. B. Graham, Mr. M. Rowe
FALL
BUILDING CHARACTER!
Employers and Universities have long
recognized that success comes from well-rounded
individuals who have
educated not only their mind,
but their body and character
as well. Practice these traits
this year as you prepare
yourself for a successful
future.
STUDENT ATHLETIC TEAMS
Athletic Director – Rick High
WINTER
SPRING
Boys Soccer
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Girls Tennis
Volleyball
Boys Basketball
Cheerleading
Girls Basketball
Indoor Track
Swimming
Wrestling
Baseball
Boys Tennis
Boys/Girls Track
Girls Soccer
Golf
Softball
Caring –
treating others with
kindness and compassion
Citizenship –
showing respect, pride and allegiance for our
country
Courage –
having the strength to practice positive character
traits
Elibigility
Per the NCSHAA, to be eligible to participate in athletics, a
student-athlete must pass three courses (in a schedule of
four courses per semester) the semester prior to the
beginning of that sport. If a student is only taking 3 courses
in a semester, the student must pass all three courses.
Student must also be present 85% of the days of the
semester prior to the beginning of the sport.
Fairness –
treating others in a consistent, impartial way (not
playing favorites)
Honesty –
being truthful with yourself and others
Respect –
showing consideration for self, others, property, the
environment, and the country
Responsibility –
ATHLETIC DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY
To be eligible to participate in any sport at NBHS, all
student athletes are required to sign the Buncombe County
Drug/Alcohol Policy. From the Buncombe County Board of
Education Policy 450, “Any student-athlete who has
possessed, consumed, or distributed an alcoholic beverage
or a controlled substance (illegal drug), synthetic drugs during
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being accountable for one's actions
Self-Discipline –
having the ability to control oneself, for the sake of
improvement
DRESSCODE AT A GLANCE
Acceptable for Girls
Head: Hair – neat and clean.
Above the Waist: Garments of
appropriate size and fit
Must cover: Shoulders
Midriff
Back
Cleavage
Sides
Tops – Your middle may not show when arms are
extended above your head.
Sleeveless garments - at least 3 fingers in the front
and may not “cut in” in the back.
Waist and Below: Garments of appropriate size,
fit, and length. Minimum length – longer than your
fingers when arms and hands are fully extended to
your sides.
Feet: Dress sandals and casual footwear of
appropriate size and fit.
AWARDS AND CHARACTER PROGRAMS
RENAISSANCE PROGRAM
North Buncombe High School’s Renaissance Program
rewards and recognizes students for outstanding academic
and attendance accomplishments. Our goal is to build
partnerships with local businesses so that the students can
be recognized for excelling academically, resulting in a
student body of motivated, resourceful, self-reliant young
people. Every student at NBHS has the opportunity to be
recognized.
Students will be recognized at the end of each grading
period for accomplishing one or more of the following: 1) A
Honor Roll; 2) A/B Honor Roll; 3) Improvement in two
classes by one letter grade with no failures; and 4) Perfect
attendance.
THE GOLD CARD PROGRAM
NORTH BUNCOMBE OPTIMIST CLUB sponsors THE
GOLD CARD PROGRAM for recognition of Outstanding
Character and Good Deeds. Each week, the staff of North
Buncombe High School submit the names of students who
have shown exceptional character (behavior, kindness,
honesty, effort, etc.). At the end of each week, two names
will be drawn for prizes.
Acceptable for Guys
Head: Hair – neat and clean.
Above the Waist: Garments of appropriate size
and fit
Must cover: Shoulders
Midriff
Back
Sides
Waist and Below: Garments of appropriate size,
fit, and length.
Feet: Casual footwear of appropriate size and fit.
ATTEND-TO-WIN
One important key to building character and achieving
success in school is regular attendance. The ATTENDTO-WIN PROGRAM recognizes students who successfully
complete 20 consecutive days of perfect attendance. On
designated days throughout the year, students are given a
ticket releasing them from class 10 minutes early. The
ticket is then entered into a drawing for prizes.
DRESSCODE AT A GLANCE
Safe Schools
All school personnel are required to promote high
standards for school safety. All school personnel are
charged with the responsibility to support the
superintendent and principals in carrying out the
provision of the Safe School Plan. All school personnel
and students are required to report all unsafe activities
to their immediate supervisor and to assist in
maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly school
environment to include assisting in restoring order in the
event of serious disorder.
Not Acceptable for Girls
Head: Poor hygiene.
Head coverings.
Sunglasses.
Above the Waist:
- Half tops, tube tops, crop tops, split side.
Nor halter tops.
- Clingy or see-through tops
- Exposed undergarments - ever
- Swimwear
- Exposed abdomen
Waist and Below:
- Exposed undergarments – ever
- Sagging garments
- Clingy suggestive garments
- Sleepwear
Feet: Bedroom or house slippers
CONTACT US
890 Clarks Chapel Road
Telephone: 828 645-4221
Weaverville, NC 28787
Telephone: 828 645-4221
Counseling: 828 645-4332
Fax: 828 645-4367
www.buncombe.k12.nc.us Updated
frequently, the NBHS website is your place to go for
classroom, athletic, weather status, and teacher
contact information.
M. Smith, Webmaster
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Waist and Below:
- Exposed undergarments – ever
- Sagging garments
- Garments with excessive leg openings
- Sleepwear / swimwear
Not Acceptable for Guys
Head: Poor hygiene.
Head coverings – including headbands
Sunglasses.
Feet: Bedroom or house slippers
Above the Waist:
- Half tops.
- Mesh tops.
- Muscle shirts
- Shirts with large arm-holes that expose the
sides.
The school prohibits pictures, emblems, or writings on clothing or on the body that:
Are lewd, offensive vulgar, sexually provocative, ethnically provocative, or culturally
provocative, gang related, advertise or depict tobacco, alcohol, drugs or any other
prohibited substances.
Consequences:
1) Before 8:00 am – Student will be asked to change.
2) After 8:00 am, ISS for remainder of day.
Chronic offenders could receive steps towards the administrative discipline policy.
Gang Clothing or Symbols will not be tolerated at NBHS. For more
information, please see page 10 of this handbook.
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BLACK HAWK HOME EVENTS
Lady Hawk Volleyball
August 13
August 15
August 16
August 18
August 22
August 23
August 25
August 29
August 30
September 1
September 6
September 7
September 8
September 12
@ N. Henderson
@ Mtn. Heritage
@ Tuscola
Polk
@ Madison
E. Henderson
Tuscola
Mtn. Heritage
@ Pisgah
Enka
@McDowell
Madison
TCR
Mitchell
September 15
September 19
September 20
September 22
September 27
September 29
October 3
October 4
October 10
October 11
October 13
October 17
October 18
MAC Games are in bold Print
JV Games 5:00
@Erwin
Pisgah
Asheville
Reynolds
@Enka
McDowell
N. Henderson
@TCR
@Mitchell
Erwin
@ Asheville
ACA
AC Reynolds
Varsity Games 6:00
Black Hawk Soccer
August 15
August 17
August 22
August 23
August 24
August 29
August 31
September 7
September 8
September 12
RS Central
W. Henderson
Tuscola
@ Smoky Mtn
@ Madison.
Madison
Smoky Mtn.
@ N. Henderson
@ Watauga
Enka
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
6:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
September 14
September 19
September 26
September 28
October 3
October 5
October 10
October 12
October 19
October 24
October 26
November 1
MAC Games are in bold Print
@ Mcdowell
TCR
@ Erwin
Asheville
@ ACR
@ Enka
McDowell
@ TCR
Erwin
@ Asheville
ACR
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
5/7:00
1st Round State Playoffs TBA
5/7:00 - JV Games 5:00 / Varsity Games 7:00
Black Hawk Football
JV Schedule
Aug. 11
Aug. 18
Aub. 25
Sept. 1
Sept. 8
Sept. 15
Sept. 22
Sept. 29
Oct. 13
Oct. 20
Oct. 27
N. Henderson
Madison
Draughn
@ W. Hend.
@ Mtn. Her.
@Enka
McDowell
@ TCR
Erwin
@Asheville
Reynolds
Varsity Schedule
TBA
7:00
7:00
7:00
7:00
7:00
7:00
7:00
7:00
7:00
7:00
Aug. 10
Aug. 12
Aug. 19
Aug. 26
Sept. 2
Sept. 9
Sept. 16
Sept. 23
Sept. 30
Oct. 14
Oct. 21
Oct. 28
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N. Henderson
Chase
@ Madison
@Draughn
W. Henderson
Mtn. Heritage
Enka
@ Mcdowell
TCR
@ Erwin
Asheville
@ACR
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
7:30
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT
NORTH BUNCOMBE HIGH SCHOOL?!
Black Hawk Band Schedule
August Performances
August 19
Oct. 29
Home Football vs. Madison
November Performances
September Performances
September 2
September 9
September 16
September 24
September 30
Nov. 5 Competition TBA – TN.
Nov. 11-13 USSBA finals - Maryland
Home Football vs. W. Henderson
Home Football vs. Mtn. Heritage
Home football vs. Enka
Enka Competition
Home Football vs. TCR
December Performances
Dec TBA
Dec TBA
October Performances
Oct. 15
Oct. 21
Blackhawk Classic @ NBHS
Competition – York, S.C.
Home Football vs. Asheville
Blackhawk Theatre
Show Dates
Weaverville Christmas Parade
Holiday Concert
PERFORMANCES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
CHECK OUR SCHOOL
WEBSITE FOR INFORMATION
www.buncombe.k12.nc.us
Black Hawk Chorus
Fall Concert – TBA
WINTER CONCERT – TBA
SPRING CONCERT – TBA
PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR
DATES AND TIMES
www.buncombe.k12.nc.us
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FACULTY AND STAFF
Administration
Name
Jack Evans
Kay Hampton
Barry Owens
Chris Wood
Job
Principal
Asst. Principal
Asst. Principal
Asst. Principal
Clerical Name
Job
Secretary Assignments:
Nan Forgie
Principal
Teri McInnis
Assist. Principal
Vickie Smith
Secretary
Sarena Burrell
Bookkeeper
Debi Hester
Data Specialist
Technology:
Paula Owens
Technology
Tony Kimbley
Technology
Cathy Goodman Technology
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Job
Ext#
*Jennie Davis
11th Gr/Srs Ramsey, S-Z
Jean Blackburn
10th Gr/Srs A-Go
Betsy Boggs
9th Gr/ Srs Gr-Ramsey, A
Kathy Reese
Career Dev. Coordinator
Faculty Name
English
Ackerman, Linda
Grandy, Keith
Caughill, Katie
Smith, Emily
*Newman, Jackie
Morton, Bridget
Zimmerman, Chris
English ½ TBA
Fine Arts
Boone, Sandy
Graeme, Jeannie
*Jones, Claire
Benfield, Shawn
Webb, Rick
Foreign Language
Teall-Fleming, Liz
Herrick, Karen
*Ledford, Barbara
Plemmons, Charlene
Su Csee Chan
JROTC
Troutman, Kenneth
*Teves, Greg
Math
*Beaver, David
Benton, Archie
Kelly, Stephenie
Dezio, Tony
McFee, Lorie
Parker, Robbie
Sherrill, Chris
Parker, Gerald
Webster, Julia
Name
Media Center
TBA
Mackiernan, Cindy
TBA
Physical Education
Brown, Fred
Allen, Brandon
Maggi, Gabrielle
King, Wesley
Yontz, Kevin
Exceptional Children
*Brown, Kathryn
Clark, Emily
Harrell, Susan
King, Catha
McKinney, Wes
Meskil, Marcus
Roberts, Michelle
Stefanisko, Rob
Tuck, Angela
Science
*Bowman, Mike
Deloughery, Rich
Heninger, Sheryl
Davison, Billie
McClanahan,Russell
Rowe, Mike
Sprouse, Kimberly
History
Bryson, Joey
Campbell, Randy
*Graeme, Bob
Graham, Ben
High, Rick AD
Lapp, Eric
McFee, Greg
VOCATIONAL
Agri-Science
Gillespie, Justin
Allied Heath Science
Edwards, Teresa
Soule, Amanda
Business
Alexander, Cedric
Melton, Debra
Smith, Michelle
Drafting
Robinson, Lance
Family/Consumer Science
Luquire, Jan
White, Amy
Koontz, Carol
Industry
Roland, Eric (Welding)
Massey, Gary
Marketing
Ballard, Kaley
AB Tech
Criminal Justice
Distance Learning
Whatley, Barbara
School Resource Officer
Stanley, Dan
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Art
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Theater
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Theater
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Spanish
Spanish
ESL
Chinese(2nd sem)
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510
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Travel
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