TOP HAT PRIDE
August 25th 2014
Overall Expectations
In order to keep the privileges we like,
we must earn them by upholding our
expectations and policies.
Dress Code & Electronics Policy
School is not a place for showing off your
personal possessions; it’s a place for
showing off your personal intellect,
athleticism, and professionalism!
Dress Code Policy
Undergarments/underwear must be covered
Midriff and back must be covered
Cleavage and shoulders must be covered
Shirts must have fitted armholes
Shorts/skirts that are worn must be an appropriate
length
6) Any hats or distracting head garments must be
removed upon entering the building unless worn
for religious/medical reasons
7) “Hoodies” may be worn, but the hood must be
down
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FAILURE TO COMPLY
 If you arrive to school in inappropriate attire, you will:
1) Need to cover up or change into something you own
2) Need to cover up or change into something that the
school will provide
3) Call a parent/guardian to bring a change of clothes
Failure to comply with any of the above will result in one
day of ISS.
Public Displays of Affection
 Public displays of affection are not appropriate at the
Williamsport Area High School. A simple show of affection
such as holding hands is acceptable; however kissing and close
physical contact in a public school is not acceptable behavior.
The expression of feelings of affection toward others is a
personal concern between two individuals and not of others
surrounding them. Therefore, good taste and respect for
others is the guideline for appropriate behavior. Students
who do not follow these guidelines after receiving a warning
will be subject to disciplinary action.
Electronic Policy
Permitted Use Time
Students may use an electronic device:
 Before/after school
 In the cafeteria
 If staff member gives permission for educational purposes
Please be respectful when using electronic devices
during permitted use times!
Examples of how to be respectful:
 Use appropriate voice and music volume
 Be aware of your surroundings, so keep volume low
 Leave one ear exposed to hear your surroundings
 Be sure to arrive to your destination before the bell
Electronics should be put
away when…
• You enter the classroom
• You enter the office or locker room
• A staff member asks you to put the electronic device
away
Consequences Of Misusing Electronic Policy:
 1st Offense – Student must give the teacher his/her device and it
will be returned at the end of class.
 2nd Offense – Student must give the teacher his/her device—the
student may pick up the device at the end of the day from the main
office.
Refusal to turnover the device will result in an
insubordination discipline consequence
 3rd Offense – Student must give the teacher his/her device—it
will be given to the office and parent must pick it up from the
principal. Student is responsible to contact parent.
School-wide Expectations
Tardiness and Class Cuts
Tardy Policy
 3 Unexcused tardies to school will earn you detention
 Tardy to class-You were in the building but showed up to
your class late without a legitimate pass.
 Consequences:
 First-Warning
 Second-Teacher calls home
 Third-Office referral and phone call home. Student
will be assigned after school detention
PASSES
 EVERY STUDENT in the hallway must have a pass
(yellow slip) – teachers may have their own
bathroom passes/objects to carry
 YOU MUST HAVE A PASS TO BE IN THE
HALLWAY AT ANY TIME CLASS IS IN SESSION
 You must also sign out when leaving your assigned
classroom (be sure to fill out ALL information)
 There are no exceptions!
Class Cut
 If you are at school and do not show up to class it
will be considered a class cut! If you are more
that 5 minutes late to class without a pass it will
be considered a class cut.
 YOU NEED TO BE IN CLASS
 Last year nearly 1500 reported class cuts!!!!
 Consequences:
 1st Time: Detention
 2nd Time: ISS
Time Out and Learning Center
 If you are asked to leave class due to your behavior you will
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be sent to the learning Center.
If you do not show up you will be automatically assigned ISS
and detention.
You will remain at the Learning Center for the rest of the
period.
Being sent to the Learning Center will mean detention 24
hours later after school! 2:30-3:00
It is your job to find a way home. City bus is $.50
YOU CAN CHOOSE THE BEHAVIOR BUT CANNOT
CHOOSE THE CONSEQUENCE!
Demerit System
6 = Semester 1
12 = Semester 2
Cafeteria/Commons
Grab and Go
Where to Eat
 Eat in the Cafeteria:
 All meal choices are available
 Eat in the Commons
 Only Grab and Go options are available
 Prepackaged wraps, sandwiches, salads, etc.
 Once you choose a location to eat, you
must stay there the entire lunch period.
 There will be no going outside
Class Change Policy
 New Process is in place.
 Must meet with counselor first.
 Principal will have to sign off.
LLETS MAKE THIS A GREAT YEAR!