Principals
Mrs. Cortez
Mr. McCabe
Ms. McDowell
Mr. Lovetinsky
A-C
D-K
L-P
Q-Z
Counselors*
Mrs.
Mrs.
Mrs.
Mrs.
Mrs.
Edwards
Durgens
Kipping
Minix
Jongeward
A-Dan
Dao-Jon
Jos-Ngo
Ngu-Riz
Rob-Z
College and Career
Readiness Advisor*
Ms. Campbell
Welcome Back
Kempner Cougars!
Successful Kempner Cougars….
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Come to school everyday and arrive to class on
time
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Respect people, property, and the learning
environment
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Get involved in a club or organization
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Take care of their grades - ALL HIGH SCHOOL
GRADES COUNT IN YOUR GPA
Successful Kempner Cougars
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Understand that bullying is not tolerated at
Kempner!
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Treat others like you want to be treated
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Violations to the Student Code of Conduct can
result in serious consequences
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Do not make a mistake that will haunt you for
life!
Successful Kempner Cougars….
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Once you arrive on campus you stay on campus
for the remainder of the day
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Pick up after themselves at lunch. Mr. Robert
and the rest of the custodians work hard and
should not have to pick up after you. We stay in
the commons at lunch(No Patio or Hallways)
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Be in Dress Code according to the FBISD Student
Code of Conduct Dress and Grooming Policy
(After school and off campus activities included)
Dress Code
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Follow FBISD Dress Code Guidelines
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Girls – majority of infractions:
Improper length of shorts, skirt, dress - no shorter than
3 inches above the knee in the front and back
Excessively tight clothing – including shirts or ANY TYPE
of pants
Shirts that show mid-drift
GUYS – majority of infractions:
Failing to be ‘clean shaven’
T-shirts/clothing with inappropriate wording or symbols
Tank tops are not allowed
Hats, Beanies, Etc.
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Hair Color
From FBISD handbook: “hair color cannot detract or
interfere with the educational environment.”
No blue, green, pink, “fire engine red,” etc.
In other words, hair color must be a naturally
occurring color.
Kempner HS and Bullying
Bullying is …
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intentional
repeated
meant to hurt- physical and/or emotional
including online and social media
Bullying is not allowed or tolerated at KHS.
Please do not place yourself in a position where you are
filled with regret or guilt for possibly the rest of your life.
Digital Citizenship
Electronic communication devices can be used
during class time for instructional purposes with
permission from the teacher
 “Instructional use” does not include social
networking sites (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,
SnapChat, etc.) or texting
 Electronic communication devices are subject to
examination (search) if there is reason to believe
that FBISD Digital Citizenship guidelines have
been violated
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Digital Citizenship
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Use your device’s calendar and reminder
features to stay organized with school and
extracurricular activities.
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When using your digital device to access the
Internet, you must use the district’s Wi-Fi
network (when available).
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You cannot use your digital device or wear
headphones /ear-buds during emergency drills
or classrooms (without teacher permission)
Digital Citizenship
FBISD and Kempner High School are not
responsible for theft or damage to a student’s
personal digital device. Administrators will not
investigate or conduct searches involving stolen
or lost personal devices.
 Know how to power off, silence, and responsibly
use your digital device if you are bringing it to
school.
 We will not deliver any digital devices brought to
the front office or interrupt class to send for you
for this purpose.
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Digital Citizenship
You are not allowed to take photos or make
audio or video recordings without permission
from the person(s) being recorded AND a
teacher or administrator.
 Be aware that your device will be confiscated for
improper use (calling, texting,video recording)
and/or violations of the FBISD Digital Citizenship
rules.
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Digital Citizenship
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Read the FBISD Digital Citizenship policy found
in the FBISD Parent/Student Handbook – not
knowing the rules is not an excuse!
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Know the consequences for confiscated cell
phones: $15 fine, parents can pick up the phone
in 24 hours.
Responsible Use of Technology
and Testing
Our campus practice is that when testing,
teachers will ask you to place all backpacks at the
front of the room and not have any electronic devices
on your person.
Same procedures as EOC testing.
Failure to cooperate can result in
a grade of zero and/or discipline.
Netiquette Video
https://www.brainpop.com/technology/freemovies
/digitaletiquette/
Kempner HIGH SCHOOL
DIGITAL DEVICE POLICY
What Can Be
Used
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Other
Smart Phone
Tablet
Cell Phone
Laptop
Netbook
Kindle
Nook
Ipad
PC
Teacher approved
devices
 Smart Phone
 Tablet
 Cell Phone
 Laptop
 Netbook
 Kindle
 Nook
 Ipad
 PC
Other Teacher approved
devices
Music Devices
NOTE: If volume can be
heard by those around you
it is too loud!
Where
When
What Technology is
NOT allowed
Non -Instructional
Area :
KHS embraces the use
of technology
throughout the campus
in all non-instructional
areas.
Instructional Areas:
Classrooms, Computer
Labs, Gyms, Sports
Fields, and Library
Anytime during passing
periods, lunch, and/or
before or after school.
When directed by the
teacher to utilize their
device for educational
purposes.
Cell Phones are NOT allowed to be
used in the classroom for note taking
or for student initiated uses.
Cell phone infractions are subject to
district procedures of confiscation
and a $15 fine.
(see cell phone policy FNCE)
Non -Instructional
Area :
KHS embraces the use
of technology
throughout the campus
in all non-instructional
areas.
Anytime during passing
periods, lunch, and/or
before or after school.
Digital Responsibility:
Inappropriate use of digital devices or any attempt to violate the provisions of the Digital Citizenship agreement may result in
revocation of the student’s access to the computer/network/internet. Cell phones violations will result in confiscation,
appropriate disciplinary actions, and parents will be allowed to pick up the cell phone the following school day upon payment of a
$15 administrative fee. CASH ONLY
The Cougar Way
we pride ourselves on intellectual honesty
cheating is not The Cougar Way
There is a difference
between cheating and collaboration:
your integrity hangs in the balance
Cheating
Collaboration
-copying on a test
-copying homework
-cheat sheets
-pictures of information on
phone used on a test
-one person does all the
work and the group gets a
grade
-giving and receiving
answers on a test
-your teacher will provide
clear expectations on
what is independent work
and what is collaborative
vs.
-if you are unsure, ask
your teacher
There is a difference!
Extracurricular Absences (FBISD policy FM Local)
The District shall make no distinction between
absences for UIL activities and absences for other
extracurricular activities approved by the Board. A
student shall be allowed in a school year a
maximum of ten extracurricular absences not
related to post-district competition, a maximum of
five absences for post-district competition prior to
state, and a maximum of two absences for state
competition.
 Students: this will be monitored closely and you
have to choose which field trips, school events,
sports you will spend your 10 days on
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I.D.s
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Students- expected to have them on their person
so they can be identified when necessary
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Pictures are Thursday, August 27th during Social
Studies class
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ID’s will be issued a few weeks later
Safety and Security
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No off campus lunch
Follow all parking lot guidelines
DO NOT leave personal belongings unattended
Commons in the morning
Searches and investigations – police referrals
The Code of Conduct applies to all
school/student activities – even if event/activity
is off campus.
Medication Reminder
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All medication must be dispensed by the clinic.
Students are not allowed to carry medication on
campus – including over the counter medication
 Procedures for medicine/prescriptions can be
found in the student handbook
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Exterior Doors
Back doors lock at 7:35 a.m.
 Have your 2015-2016 KHS Student ID with
you
 Bell schedule- 2nd period starts at 8:25, PA
announcements read at beginning of 2nd
period
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After School
Doors lock at 3:00 P.M.
 On campus only with an adult
 For game days you must leave building and
return at game time.
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If door is locked, please go to the
patio door nearest the clinic
to be buzzed in.
You will need your 2015-2016 Kempner Student I.D.
to show to the monitor to be allowed into the
building.
Attendance Information
If absent….bring note/parent email within
5 days to the Attendance Office.
 Monitor Family Access to check
absences/tardies.
 Must be present 90% of the class days to
receive credit.
 You will receive a letter of warning and a
conference with your AP and parent.
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Attendance Information
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Early release from class – must show a
note from parent / guardian.
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Must go through the Attendance Office to
sign in/out
Tardies
Teachers will shut and lock door when the
tardy bell rings
 Must go to the designated tardy station to
check in and then you may go to class
 You are tardy if you are not in the
classroom when the bell rings.
 Tardies can affect your exemptions
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Cougar Tardy Consequences
4th Tardy=Verbal
Warning
5th Tardy=2 Hr. Saturday Detention
6th Tardy = 4 hour Saturday Detention
7th+ Tardy = In School Suspension + Campus Strategies
Remember, we are
watching out for your
success. Please get to class
on time.
Looking Ahead
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What are your goals for yourself after High
School? Now is the time to plan for the future.
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Students Must pass 5 EOC tests to graduate
English I and II
Algebra
Biology
US History
Integrity is a quality I strive to embrace, and I have
an
Appreciation for the opportunities afforded to me.
Motivation is a choice; it comes from within and
from others. A solid
Knowledge base will help me achieve more, and is
more valuable in the real world than natural talent. It’s
expected I be
Helpful to others without being asked. I look for
opportunities to help those around me. I am the
Spirit of Kempner and the Spirit of Kempner lives
within me.
Thank you for your time today and
We look forward to supporting you this year.
We are here for YOU and YOUR SUCCESS!
Most of All
Remember
YOU ARE KHS!!!