Student & Parent
Handbook
2013 - 2014
972 Fort Hill Street
Macon, Georgia 31217
478-779-2950
http://www.bibb.k12.ga.us/burdell/default.htm
This handbook belongs to:
Student _______________________________
Teacher _______________________________
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Table of Contents
Message from the Principal
Bibb County School District Vision, Mission, Core Values
School Profile
Faculty & Staff Roster
General Information
School Hours
Preparation for School
Admission Requirements
School Information Forms/Emergency Procedure Cards
Guardianship Information
Title I Notification
School Organization, Grades, Curriculum
Georgia Performance Standards
Core Classes
Specialty Classes
Early Intervention Program
Balanced Literacy
Programs for Exceptional Children
Gifted Education Program (REACH)
Methods of Reporting to Parents
Grading System
Progress Reports
Promotion Requirements
Report Cards
Infinite Campus Parent Portal
Pupil Progression
Class Placement Process
Parent Conferences
Title I
Recognition Ceremonies/Honors Day
Taking Care of Business
School Insurance
Responsibility for Equipment, Books, and Materials
Internet Use
Medication Policy
Physical Education Restrictions
School Records
Request for Students Information From Permanent Folders
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School Services
After School Program
Character Education
Family Engagement Facilitator
Guidance Program
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Hospital/Homebound Services
Media Center
Parent Teacher Organization
Partners in Education
Response to Intervention
School Nurse
School Webpage
Student Support Team
Volunteers
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School Activities
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Junior BETA Club
Student Council
Academic Team
Readers’ Cup
Math Team
Junior Fire Marshal
Recycle Team
Safety Patrol
Morning Broadcast Team
Technology Fair
Writing Contests
Club Days
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School Routines
Attendance
Agendas
Book bags
Bringing Items to School
Floral and Balloon Deliveries
Emergency Codes/Procedures
Field Trips
Fire and Tornado Drills
Health Safety
Inclement Weather
Lost and Found
Morning Exercises/Morning Broadcast
Nutrition Program
Ice Cream
Paper Shop
Pictures
School Supplies
School Parties and Gifts
Student Arrival and Dismissal
Student Drop-off and Pick-up Areas
Traffic Guidelines
School Buses
School Visitors
Guidelines for Classroom Observations
Use of School Telephone
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Dress Code
Tobacco Free Environment
Weapons
Cafeteria Behavior
Zero Tolerance of Misconduct
Student Discipline and Responsibility
CHIPS Program
STAR Program
STAR Matrix
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School Supply List
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School-wide Expectations
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Students and Parents,
Welcome to Burdell-Hunt Magnet School, “Where Children Come First!” I would like to extend a
special welcome to all of our new parents and students and welcome back all returning parents and
students to our school community. The primary focus of Burdell-Hunt Magnet School is the academic
achievement of our students. We are dedicated to providing a quality education for our students in a safe
and positive learning environment and effective instruction in every classroom.
The mission of the district is “Each student demonstrates strength of character and is college ready”.
This provides the framework for the work that we are committed to providing to every student. The
mission is embedded in the communicative arts magnet focus which is to integrate multimedia, Spanish
and writing into the basic curriculum in order to produce responsible citizens who are proficient in
communications and problem solving. It is our hope that with clear expectations of you and your family,
we will have an outstanding school year.
As educators we strive for success and achievement. We are committed to making achievement top
priority by strengthening the bonds of respect, responsibility, and relationships with students, parents
and community members.
The focal point at Burdell-Hunt is our students. The Burdell-Hunt faculty and staff members are
committed to providing our children with a quality education in a structured learning environment. If a
difficult situation arises, please know that my staff and I will do our best to resolve the situation with
your child’s best interest at heart. As always, student behavior and attendance expectations are
extremely high this year. Students are expected to attend school regularly and demonstrate ageappropriate behavior everyday.
Research confirms that parental engagement in a child’s education is the most significant reason
children succeed in school. I invite and encourage parents to be active participants in the educational
process. You are the single most important variable in predicting your child’s success in school. Begin
by creating a place of study in your home so that students will have a dedicated location to read and
study each day. Our hope is that you stay in close contact with your child’s teacher throughout the
school year.
This handbook has been prepared as a guide for parents and students so that you can become
familiar with the policies and procedures that should be followed. Study it carefully so that you will
understand how we can work together for your child's success and happiness at Burdell-Hunt Magnet
School. Our handbook will only govern areas specific to our school. The Student Guidelines for
Success is a comprehensive document containing rules that govern all Bibb County Schools.
Each day presents wonderful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children as we
prepare them for lifelong success. I look forward to a rewarding, enjoyable, and successful school year.
Sincerely,
Tanya G. Allen, Principal
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STAFF ROSTER
Strength of Character and College Ready
Vision
Develop a highly trained staff and
an engaged community dedicated
to educating each student for a
21st century, multiethnic, global economy.
Mission
Each student demonstrates
strength of character and is college ready.
Core Values
 Bibb County develops a learning orientation that mobilizes
effective effort to accelerate learning.
 Bibb County is committed to a culture of respect that
includes equitable treatment, honesty, openness, and
integrity.
 Bibb County uses data and evidence-based decisions to
determine the training and support provided to adults, so
they can be accountable for the success of all students.
 Bibb County strengthens productive partnerships for
education.
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BURDELL-HUNT MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Student & Parent Handbook
“Where Children Come First”
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DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT
Each student demonstrates
strength of character and is
college ready.
SCHOOL PLEDGE
This day has been given to me
fresh and new. I can learn
from it or throw it away. I will
choose to do my best in
thoughts, words, and actions.
Today, I will be a STAR. I will:
Stop and listen attentively;
SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Burdell-Hunt
Magnet Elementary School is to
integrate the magnet focus of
multimedia, Spanish, and
writing into the basic curriculum
in order to produce responsible
citizens who are proficient in
communication and problem
solving.
SCHOOL MASCOT
BELIEF STATEMENT
 We believe that administrators,
teachers, students, parents, and the
community have a shared
responsibility for education, and
each is accountable for the success
or failure of our school.
 We believe student learning is
enhanced when high expectations
are consistently applied.
 We believe in continued
professional growth to provide a
quality education.
 We believe active parent
involvement is key to student
success.
MAGNET FOCUS
Think and make wise choices;
Act Responsibly;
Respect self and others
SCHOOL COLORS
Black and Gold
Magnet schools provide children
with a unique opportunity to
experience both the traditional and
specialized curriculum. The primary
requirement is that both students
and parents demonstrate an
interest in the focus offered by the
school they select. The magnet
focus at Burdell-Hunt is the
Communicative Arts – Writing,
Spanish, and Multi-Media.
WRITING
SPANISH
MULTIMEDIA
Writing is an integral part of
the curriculum. Students are
encouraged to bring their
creativity into the classroom
and experience the joy of
writing. The ultimate goal is to
motivate students to become
independent writers, who
enjoy writing and understand
the power of the written word.
Students learn and expand their
knowledge of language and
cultures of our global Hispanic
neighbors. They also learn basic
conversational Spanish. Our
students enjoy and celebrate
cultural diversity of traditions,
thoughts, and beliefs!
Our school is equipped with a state
of the art television studio, two
computer labs and a beautiful
media center. Teams of students
produce a 15 minute news show
each morning. Students enjoy
hands-on experiences using
technology.
Wildcats
MOTTO
Believe It!
Dream It!
Achieve It!
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Burdell-Hunt is a Title I School
Burdell-Hunt Magnet School is a school-wide Title I school. The Title I Program is the
largest federally funded program in education. The purpose of these funds is to ensure
that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high-quality
education. As a school-wide Title I school, services can be provided to help all students;
however, particular focus is on the school’s most at-risk students. Title I funds allocated
to our school are used to fund additional personnel, professional learning for staff,
parental involvement, materials, and resources to enhance instruction in core content
areas of reading, math, science, and social studies.
At Burdell-Hunt Magnet School, we continuously monitor student achievement and set
high expectations for our students. We hope that as a parent, you will become involved in
our school improvement initiatives as we develop a partnership to assist all students to
achieve. Your involvement in the development and review of our school’s Parental
Involvement Plan, School-Parent Compact, and School Improvement Plan is important.
As a parent of a child at Burdell-Hunt Magnet School, you have the right to ask about the
qualifications of your child’s teachers or paraprofessionals who provide services to your
child. We are happy to provide this information to you. At any time, you may ask:
 Whether the teacher met state qualifications and certification requirements for the
grade level and subject he/she is teaching,
 Whether the teacher received an emergency or conditional certificate through
which state qualifications were waived, and
 What undergraduate or graduate degrees the teacher holds, including graduate
certificates and additional degrees, and major(s) or area(s) of concentration.
 If you have any questions about your child’s assignment to a teacher or
paraprofessional, please contact Tanya G. Allen at Burdell-Hunt Magnet School at
478-779-2950 or email me at tgallen.burdell@bibb.k12.ga.us.
We encourage you to get to know your child’s teachers, class routines, and expectations.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SCHOOL HOURS
School hours are from 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Students should not be on the grounds before 8:00 a.m. It is important that students are always properly
supervised and no one will be on duty to supervise students before 8:00 a.m. each morning. Therefore,
students will not be allowed to enter the school building before 8:00 a.m. Also, if student are NOT
eating breakfast, they should NOT arrive on campus until 8:15 a.m.
It is important that students are picked up on time at the end of the day. Staff members are not
responsible for supervising students who are not picked up by 3:45 p.m. each day.
PREPARATION FOR SCHOOL
In order to ensure that students are adequately prepared for the school day, parents are urged to do the
following for their child:
1. Provide a nutritious breakfast, or have your child arrive to school before 8:15 AM to eat school
breakfast.
2. See that your child gets a good night sleep.
3. Follow the dress code.
4. Provide a positive environment for studying with a specified time each afternoon or evening.
5. See that your child has his/her assignments, textbooks, and other necessary materials.
6. Return signed forms promptly.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students shall be admitted to the Bibb County School District when all legal requirements are verified at
the time of entrance. Reasonable and sufficient public notice is given at the beginning of each school
year for required information. The enrolling parent/guardian must present valid identification at time of
registration. The following items are required:
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Certified Birth Certificate
Georgia Certificate of Ear, Eye and Dental Examinations
Georgia Certificate of Immunization
Social Security Card
Withdrawal Slip From Previous Bibb County School Attended
Proof of Address (Georgia Power Bill, Water Bill)
Birth Certificate
Students entering a Georgia public school for the first time should present a legal acceptable proof of
birth document (official certified copy). Students entering kindergarten must have attained the age of
five on or before September 1st of the year of entry. Students entering first grade must have attained the
age of six by September 1st of the year of entry. Students entering a Georgia Public School for the first
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time in grades 2-6 should present a valid birth certificate to be filed in the student’s cumulative folder.
Students who enter for enrollment without the required birth certificate may be provisionally admitted to
the school for up to thirty (30) days. After thirty (30) days, an official birth certificate must be presented.
This record will be stapled to the back of the cumulative folder.
Georgia Certificate of Ear, Eye and Dental Examinations
Each child being admitted initially to a public school must present a Georgia Certificate of Ear, Eye, and
Dental Examinations (EED). This certificate is to be a part of each student’s school record and will be
stapled to the back of the cumulative folder. Screenings may be done by a private physician or by the
Macon-Bibb County Health Department. A schedule of screenings may be obtained from the health
department. Parents of kindergarten students and of other new students who do not have an EED
Certificate should be advised that the students may be admitted on a provisional basis. A waiver should
be signed by the parent as documentation. All records must be completed by January 1st if the child is to
remain in school.
Georgia Certificate of Immunization
Code Section 20-2-7771 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated covers requirements for
immunization of students enrolled in school, grades K-12. Section 1B states that:
”No child shall be admitted to or attend any school or facility in this state unless the child shall first
have submitted a certificate of immunization to the responsible official of the school or facility.” The
school official may grant a 30 day waiver of the certification requirement for a justified reason.
Social Security Card
The State of Georgia has enacted certain legal requirements involving furnishing the social security
number of all students enrolled or seeking enrollment in Bibb County School District. A parent may
comply with this law by exhibiting the official copy of the child’s social security number to the school.
A parent waiver must be signed if a parent objects to the use of a security number. A permanent student
identification number will be assigned when the social security number is not furnished. This
documentation will be stapled to the back of the cumulative folder.
Withdrawal Slip from Previous School Attended
Any student who has attended school prior to seeking enrollment in Bibb County must have a
withdrawal slip from their previous school. Students may be provisionally admitted without the
withdrawal slip for up to thirty (30) days. However, it is the responsibility of the parents to take care of
any obligations or requirements imposed by the prior system, which are a pro-condition to obtaining the
student’s cumulative folder. Grade placement and/or course credits cannot be finalized without the
cumulative folder/or official permanent record card.
STUDENT INFORMATION FORMS/EMERGENCY CARDS
During the first week of school, each child’s teacher will send home a packet of information for parents
to complete. Please fill out all forms correctly and completely and return them to school promptly.
The information on the Emergency Procedure Card is kept in the office in case parent(s) or guardian(s)
need to be contacted. We must always have an emergency contact telephone number. All names of
persons allowed or persons not allowed to pick up your child should be on the card. Additional
contacts may be added on the back of the card. Please make sure all telephone numbers and addresses
are accurate and clearly written. Remember to notify the school when any changes occur during the
school year. It is very important that our school records are kept up-to-date- for the well being of each
child.
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GUARDIANSHIP INFORMATION
Please be advised that both natural parents have legal rights toward a child unless otherwise ruled by the
court. In order to honor a parent’s request that a student not be picked up or seen by a natural parent, this
request must be accompanied by a court injunction. We will not deny access to the natural parent
without a legal documentation to that effect. Also, please remember that custody of a student cannot
change while the student is in school.
TITLE I NOTIFICATION
Burdell-Hunt is a school-wide Title I school. The Title I Program is the largest federally funded program
in education. The purpose of these funds is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant
opportunity to obtain a high-quality education. As a school-wide Title I school, services can be
provided to help all students; however, particular focus is on the school’s most at-risk students. Title I
funds allocated to our school are used to fund additional personnel, professional learning for staff,
parental involvement, materials, and resources to enhance instruction in core content areas of reading,
math, science, and social studies.
At Burdell-Hunt, we continuously monitor student achievement and set high expectations for our
students. We hope that as a parent, you will become involved in our school improvement initiatives as
we develop a partnership to assist all students to achieve. Your involvement in the development and
review of our school’s Parental Involvement Plan, School-Parent Compact, and School Improvement
Plan is important.
As a parent of a child at Burdell-Hunt, you have the right to ask about the qualifications of your child’s
teachers or paraprofessionals who provide services to your child. We are happy to provide this
information to you. At any time, you may ask:
 Whether the teacher met state qualifications and certification requirements for the grade level
and subject he/she is teaching,
 Whether the teacher received an emergency or conditional certificate through which state
qualifications were waived, and
 What undergraduate or graduate degrees the teacher holds, including graduate certificates and
additional degrees, and major(s) or area(s) of concentration.
 If you have any questions about your child’s assignment to a teacher or paraprofessional, please
contact Tanya G. Allen at Burdell-Hunt Magnet School at 478-779-2950 or email at
tgallen.burdell@bibb.k12.ga.us.
We encourage you to get to know your child’s teachers, class routines, and expectations.
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SCHOOL ORGANIZATION, GRADES, CURRICULUM
COMMON CORE GEORGIA PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The state of Georgia’s curriculum is the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards (CCGPS).
These standards provide a consistent framework to prepare students for success in college and/or the
21st century workplace. Students in Georgia will have: rigorous knowledge and skills needed in college
and/or careers; consistent expectations across states; relevant content and application of knowledge
through high-order skills.
CORE CURRICULUM
The academic subjects that are studied in the elementary school are: language arts, reading,
mathematics, science, social studies, and spelling.
SPECIALTY CLASSES
In addition to core courses, students attend specialty classes daily. Students rotate through the specialty
classes throughout the year. Specialty classes include: physical education, Spanish, multi-media, music,
and writing.
EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM
The Early Intervention Program (EIP) is designed to serve students who are at risk of not reaching or
maintaining academic grade level. The purpose of the EIP program is to provide additional instructional
resources to help students who are performing below grade level obtain the necessary academic skills to
reach grade level performance in the shortest time possible.
BALANCED LITERACY
Balanced Literacy is a framework designed to help all students learn to read and write effectively. The
program stands firmly on the premise that all students can learn to read and write. This balance between
reading and writing allows students to receive the instruction needed in order to reach grade level status,
while allowing students to work at a level that is not frustrating for them. Students experience literacy
across the curriculum via read aloud, shared reading/writing, guided reading/writing, independent
reading/writing, and writer’s workshop.
PROGRAMS FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN
The Programs for Exceptional Children (PEC) also referred to as Special Education works to ensure that
all children with disabilities are learning, progressing, and meeting high expectations. Teachers use
effective and innovative teaching methods that meet the needs of individual learners. Services for
students in the PEC program are determined following a comprehensive assessment that may include a
psychological evaluation, educational testing, speech-language assessment, audiological testing and
other assessments. A student may be eligible to receive services in one or more of the following
categories
The Program for Exceptional Children is required to provide free, appropriate public education to
eligible children in cooperation with parents and other agencies under the Individual with Disabilities
Education Act. Each eligible student must have an Individual Education Plan (IEP), which is developed
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by a team composed of teachers and other qualified school personnel, parents or guardians and the
student, when appropriate. The IEP is revised when necessary and reviewed at least annually.
The State of Georgia requires that all students referred for Special Education Services must first go
through the Student Support Team process. This means that strategies in the regular education setting
must be considered and documented before referral to Special Education. Waivers are limited to very
special circumstances, which require sufficient documentation about the severity of the problem to
justify the exception. Parents and guardians are encouraged to contact their child’s home school or the
Program for Exceptional Children at (478) 765-8711 for more information if they suspect that their child
has a disability.
GIFTED EDUCATION PROGRAM (REACH)
In order to qualify for the gifted education services in the State of Georgia, a student must show
exceptional performance in the areas of mental ability, achievement, creativity and motivation.
Exceptional performance in these areas must be demonstrated on tests, and/or shown in outstanding
products and/or exemplified in academic and artistic performance. Students may be recommended for
consideration for the gifted program by teachers, counselors, parents, peers, administrators, self and
others.
The Bibb County Board of Education Policy GAAA states that “there will be no discrimination with
regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital status, handicap, or age.” This
policy will govern selection of students for this program as it does for all others in the system.
Each year, during a specified two-week period, teachers shall observe students looking for the Traits,
Attitudes and Behaviors (TABs) of a gifted child. Any child who demonstrates in classroom
performance five of the ten identified TABs shall be considered for referral by the school eligibility
team.
School principal, counselors and teachers shall also review the results of norm referenced testing. Any
child with a 90th percentile composite score, a 90th percentile total reading, including reading
comprehension or 90th percentile total math shall be considered. This shall constitute an automatic
referral procedure.
The school gifted-eligibility team shall review the records of any child under consideration for referral
and will decide which students will precede to further evaluation. A child will be referred for further
evaluation if he or she is listed in a minimum of five categories on the TABs and additionally
demonstrates one of the following: documented above grade-level performance, qualifying achievement
test scores, documented outstanding products or performances, or a GPA at or above 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Parent permission will be obtained before any formal evaluation is begun, and parents will be notified in
writing regarding their child’s eligibility for the gifted program. Parents may request an appointment to
review records relating to their child’s eligibility following the completion in the evaluation. A copy of
this gifted notice will be sent home for parent signature.
For further information, contact the school counselor or the Director of Gifted Education, 484 Mulberry
Street, Macon GA 31208, (478)-765-8596.
METHODS OF REPORTING TO PARENTS
SIGNED PAPERS AND SCHOOL INFORMATION WILL BE SENT HOME EACH
WEDNESDAY. If a student fails to bring back his/her signed papers for two consecutive weeks, a
letter will be sent home informing parents of such and they will be invited to come to the school to sign
any forthcoming papers. Please review all papers, discuss them with your child, sign and make
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comments if necessary, and return the signed papers on Thursday. If you wish to keep your child’s
papers for a few extra days, please send a note to the teacher. We are required to keep signed papers as
documentation of student achievement.
Homework will be assigned Monday - Thursday. Please check with your child(ren) daily for homework
and other notes from teacher(s).
Report cards will also be sent home on Wednesday following the end of each nine weeks grading period.
Mid-term progress reports will be sent home midway through the nine weeks period for all students.
These reports must be signed by the parent and returned the following day.
Teachers communicate with parents throughout the school year by means of conferences, letters, and
telephone calls. Your child’s standardized test score results and his/her academic progress will be
discussed with you during a fall conference (date to be announced).
GRADING SYSTEM
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B
C
F
S
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U
Outstanding
Good
Satisfactory
Failure
Satisfactory
Improvement Needed
Unsatisfactory
90-100
80-89
70-79
Below 70
85-100
70-84
Below 70
First and second graders are not formally graded in Science and Social Studies.
Students in grades 1st - 5th are graded S, I, and U in Physical Education. Students are not graded in
Multimedia, Spanish, Writing, and Mandarin which are Specialty Courses .
PROGRESS REPORTS
Progress reports are issued during the 4 ½ week point of each 9-week grading period. Students are
required to take home all progress reports for a parent/guardian’s signature and return the report the next
day.
PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS
Kindergarten - Students must meet minimum requirements for kindergarten as outlined on the
Kindergarten Report Card.
1st, 2nd, & 4th Grades - Students must pass both reading and mathematics with at least 70% mastery
and pass three academic courses - language arts, spelling, science, and social studies.
3rd Grade - Students must pass both reading and mathematics with at least 70% mastery, pass three
academic courses - language arts, spelling, science, and social studies, and earn 800 on 3rd Grade CRCT
Reading Test.
5th Grade - Students must pass both reading and mathematics with at least 70% mastery, pass three
academic courses - language arts, spelling, science, and social studies, and earn 800 on 5th Grade CRCT
Reading and Mathematics Tests.
REPORT CARDS
Report cards are sent home every nine (9) weeks and indicate students’ progress in both academic and
social skills during the grading period. Report cards should be read carefully, signed and returned the
next day. Report cards will be held in the school office if money is owed to the school for any items
such as lost books, etc. Parents may utilize the internet to check Infinite Campus Parent Portal for the
weekly update of student grades. Applications for Infinite Campus Parent Portal access codes can be
obtained in the school office.
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INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT PORTAL
Infinite Campus Parent Portal is a convenient home-to-school collaboration to allow parents/guardians
to access their child’s grades via the Internet. Parents/guardians who have legal rights to view their
child’s school records are eligible to use Infinite Campus Parent Portal to view their grades. Each
parent/guardian can register individually and will receive a unique user login and password. Information
on how parents/guardians can get connected is sent home with every child at the beginning of the school
year. Parents are welcome to use the computers in the Media Center to check their child’s grades via
Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
PUPIL PROGRESSION
The Bibb County School System expects all students to meet certain minimum expectations at each
grade level before they will be promoted to the next grade. Students must maintain a 70 in reading and
math to be promoted to the next grade. Students will not be promoted if they fail two academic subjects.
A student who has been retained the maximum number of years and who still does not meet the
minimum requirements may be administratively assigned by the school principal. Parents will be
notified of the decision, and a record of placement will be placed in the student’s school records.
Students in grades 3 and 5 must meet expectations in the Criterion Referenced Competency Tests
(CRCT) in reading and/or math in order to be promoted to the next grade level.
CLASS PLACEMENT PROCESS
The goal for forming classes is to provide each teacher with a well-balanced, heterogeneous group of
children and to provide each learner with an optimal learning environment. Decisions about student
placements are made working closely with the staff based on the following considerations.
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Balance of boys and girls
Positive working relationship among the students
Previous placements of students
Social needs of individuals and groups of students
Leadership needs within the class
Heterogeneous (mixed ability) learning groups in all classrooms
Special circumstances
Parent requests for specific teachers, by name, cannot be accepted. Parents are welcome to share
pertinent information for consideration regarding their child’s needs or challenges as it relates to their
child’s ability to learn. Such information should be submitted in writing to the principal.
Class assignments are subject to change during the first 30 days of school to balance classroom size and
address student needs to maximize instruction.
PARENT CONFERENCES
Parents are expected to attend a conference at the beginning of the school year and at any time the child
is experiencing difficulties. We encourage parents to have after-school conferences with their child’s
teacher throughout the school year. You can arrange this by calling the school or by sending a written
request to your child’s teacher, stating the date and time you would like to have the conference. You can
also ask the teacher to call you and arrange a time for the conference. The principal will attend the
conference if requested by the teacher and/or parent. The principal will discuss any matter at any time
with parents. However, we urge you to discuss matters of concern with the teacher and/or child first. If
the parent does not think his/her concern has been adequately addressed by the teacher, he/she may then
seek help from the principal or assistant principal. We are ready and willing to work with you to make
this a happy and successful year for your child. Only through complete cooperation between the home
and the school can we accomplish our goal.
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TITLE I
The Federal Government supports education in the school system through various grants and programs.
One major program of Federal support is Title I. Burdell-Hunt Magnet School is a Title I school. Title I
was enacted by Congress in 1965 under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). This
program provides funds to assist school systems and enhance the educational programs in schools with
high concentrations of disadvantaged students. Once the schools have been identified, staffs in
collaboration with system personnel develop support components to address the needs of specific
students who are eligible to receive assistance.
Title I is the largest federal aid program for elementary and secondary schools. Under the core Title I
program, school districts receive federal funds through a multi-step allocation process. Bibb County
distributes the funds to seventeen elementary with above average percentages of low-income children
and to three local institutions for neglected children.
Parents are an important part of the Title I program at all schools and at the system level. Title I
personnel includes a home-school facilitator and a parent-teacher resource person. Both conduct
workshops to help parents develop skills. A Title I Resource Center is available to parents. It provides
parents, teachers, and paraprofessionals with a wide variety of activities and materials to use to help
students at home and at school. The resource center is staffed by a system parent/teacher facilitator who
meets with parents, teachers, and paraprofessionals on a regular basis to explain how to effectively use
and make materials for students.
RECOGNITION CEREMONIES/HONORS DAY
A recognition ceremony for students in grades 1-5 will be held at the end of each grading period to
recognize student achievements. Honors Day will be held at the end of the school year to recognize
cumulative achievements. Each kindergarten student who successfully completes the kindergarten
requirements will receive a certificate. Various other awards will be presented to students in the
following areas: academics, achievement, appropriate behavior, attendance, and school service. Specific
awards include:
Superintendent’s Perfect Attendance
No absences, tardies, or early dismissals
Principal’s Outstanding Attendance
No absences, but may have early dismissals or tardies
Burdell-Hunt Superior Award
All A’s, All S’s
Honor Roll
All A’s
High Achiever
All A’s and B’s
Bringing Up Grades (B.U.G) Award
Grade improvement in any subject
Citizenship
All S’s in factors affecting achievement
Most Improved
Selected by teacher
NOTE: Students who have incurred a debt will be allowed to participate in various recognition and/or
awards day ceremonies. However, the students may not receive the actual recognition and/or award all
debts have been cleared.
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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
SCHOOL INSURANCE
School insurance is available to all students and may be purchased in a voluntary basis for school day
coverage or 24-hour coverage. The insurance covers accidents that may occur during the school day or
during extracurricular activities. A packet is sent home at the beginning of each school year. Purchase
of the insurance is optional.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR EQUIPMENT, BOOKS, AND MATERIALS
It is the responsibility of the Board of Education to provide students with all necessary textbooks,
equipment, and media (library) materials for efficient and effective instruction. These items remain the
property of the Bibb Board of Educations. Students and their parents shall be accountable for all books
and equipment assigned to a student. The condition of each textbook is recorded when it is issued, so
that damages beyond normal wear and tear may be assessed at the end of the year.
Students and their parents will pay for all items not returned or returned with excessive wear and tear in
accordance with the GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT ACCOUNTABILITY (BOARD POLICY JS).
Grades, transcripts and diplomas shall not be released until all amounts due for lost or damaged books
and equipment have been paid.
INTERNET USE
All Bibb County classrooms have access to the Internet. This access is carefully monitored. The policy
governing the use of the Internet is included in the Bibb County Code of Conduct.
The Internet is a vast, diverse collection of unique resources including access to data from other school
districts across the United States and the world, NASA, discussion groups, ERIC, and libraries including
the library of congress. The Internet also provides access to electronic mail, enabling users to send
messages to students and teachers at another school located anywhere around the globe.
Internet Access Goals
As resources permit, Internet services will be made available to all schools. Internet access will be provided
to students throughout the district with the following goals in mind:
 To promote educational excellence for the advancement and promotion of learning and teaching
by facilitating resource sharing, innovative ideas and communication within our own community,
the state, nationally and globally.
 To support research and education in and among academic institutions in the world by providing
access to unique resources supplemental to the Media Center resources, and provide opportunity
for collaborative work.
 To stimulate personal growth in information-gathering techniques, critical thinking skills and
communication skills; to significantly expand each users' knowledge base; to promote intellectual
inquiry and awareness of global diversity through worldwide communication and exploration.
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To assist students in developing the intellectual skills needed to discriminate among information
sources and to evaluate and use information to meet educational goals as posed to the student by the
instructor.
Guidelines for Use
The following guidelines shall be followed when using the Internet service through the school district:
 Users shall be polite, courteous and respectful during all sessions on the Internet, including use of email. Users must use appropriate language. Profanity, obscenity or any vulgarity is prohibited.
 Users may not use another user's account name or password at any time.
 Users should not reveal home addresses or phone numbers, or those of other students or colleagues.
The only information that should be given out during an Internet session is an e-mail address.
 Forgery or attempted forgery of electronic mail messages is prohibited. Attempts to read, delete, copy
or modify the e-mail of another user are prohibited, as is deliberate interference with the ability of
another user to send/receive e-mail.
 Transmission of any material in violation of federal or state laws is prohibited. This includes but is not
limited to copyrighted material, threatening or obscene material, or material protected by patent.
 Users should always compose messages using good grammar and correct spelling as a reflection
of the education received through the school district. Messages should be kept short and to the point,
using abbreviation whenever possible. A footer should be included at the bottom of each e-mail message
with name, position, affiliation and Internet address.
 Personal messages are not to be posted on bulletin boards.
 Students are not permitted to post personal/home pages. The Superintendent will post school home
pages on the Internet only after approval.
 The school district has a right and will make every effort to control the content of data accessed
through the Internet by use of filtering software, site book marking and teacher monitoring. There
always remains the possibility of a student discovering inappropriate material during a routine
search. If this should occur, the user shall not share this information with any other student and
shall notify the teacher immediately so this material can be filtered.
Penalties for Misuse
Failure to abide by this policy may result in the suspension and/or revocation of access privileges.
Additionally, student violations may result in discipline up to and including suspension or expulsion.
Students could be expelled from school for engaging in conduct on the Internet that contains elements of
criminal mischief as defined by state and federal law. Any unauthorized access or breach of state or federal
law is subject to criminal prosecution. Staff violations may also result in discipline up to and including
dismissal.
The school district has the authority to determine appropriate use and may deny, revoke or suspend any
user's privileges at any time due to inappropriate use. The following violations will result in cancellation
of privileges or in some cases, school disciplinary action including in-school suspension or expulsion:
 Illegal distribution of copyrighted software. Software piracy is a federal offense punishable by
fine or imprisonment.
 Conducting a deliberate search for inappropriate material.
 Attempting to log on to the Internet as a district administrator or teacher.
 Vandalism - including any malicious attempt to harm, modify or destroy the data of another user.
This includes the creation or uploading of computer viruses.
 Harassment - the persistent annoyance of another user or interference in another user's work or email. The sending of unwanted or duplicate e-mail is also defined as harassment.
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Procedures for use
 School district personnel will provide supervision of student access to the Internet at all grade levels.
Users will be required to obtain permission from a teacher before using the Internet.
 Any computer, which provides access to the Internet, will have Internet filtering software installed.
Parents and teachers are encouraged to search the Internet and add additional sites and/or words to
the filtering software in order to offer greater protection.
 All students must read and sign the Student Agreement form. Parents or guardians must sign the
Parent Consent form and return it to the designated person at the school level.
 Students must sign in on an appropriate log each time they access the network.
Each student, parent and teacher must read and sign the Internet Use Policy. Each school is
responsible for verifying receipt of the signature page from all parties, and keeping the documents on file
in the office. Students who do not return the signature page will not be allowed to use the Internet on
any computer in the school.
MEDICATION POLICY
All drugs and medications, prescription and non-prescription, must be brought to the office in the
original pharmaceutical containers. Students are not allowed to have any drugs or medications on their
person, in their book bags or purses. A Medication Authorization and Release Form must be signed
before the medication can be administered to students. All medication must be clearly labeled as to the
name of the student, the name of the medication, the appropriate dosage, and the time for each dose.
School employees will not accept medication brought to school in baggies, tinfoil, or other types of
containers, and the school cannot accept more than a two-week supply of medication at one time.
Students are given a pass and excused from class to go to the office to take medication.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION RESTRICTIONS
All students are required to have a signed P. E. form on file to participate in physical activities. This
letter indicates whether a child can participate in regular activities or whether a child must have a
restricted program. Physical limitations such as allergies, asthma, etc. should be noted. If a child cannot
participate in Physical Education activities for a short time, parents are asked to send a written statement
explaining the circumstances and expected period of disability. If a student is unable to participate for
an extended period, a written statement from a physician is required.
SCHOOL RECORDS (BOARD POLICY JR)
School Board Policy and Rules regarding educational records contain expressed and implied rights of
parents and students. A copy of this policy and rule is housed at each public school and the Central
Office. Upon request, parents and students can review the policy and rules relative to educational
records.
REQUEST FOR STUDENT INFORMATION FROM PERMANENT FOLDERS
All request for student information from permanent folders (social security card, birth certificate,
immunization, ect.) must be made in writing – forms are avialable in the office. Request will be filled
within 48 hours.
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SCHOOL SERVICES
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
The after school program is developed in order to improve students’ school success rate. The program
components include increased parental involvement, tutorial assistance, supervised by certified teachers,
enrichment activities, recreational opportunities and nutritious snacks. The ASP at Burdell-Hunt is a
grant funded program in cooperation with the Department of Family and Children Services. Additional
information is available through the Bibb County Board of Education Department of After School
Programs at 478-765-8660.
CHARACTER EDUCATION
The Character Education program covers 27 character traits over the course of the school year. Teachers
address these traits through their instruction and these traits are highlighted on the morning broadcast.
Each week teachers nominate students who display the weekly character trait. Student receive special
recognition and a group photo is posted on the Character Wall of Fame.
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT FACILITATOR
The family engagement facilitator develops, implements, and coordinates school-based parent
involvement programs that will increase and sustain parental involvement in the school. The homeschool facilitator also contacts parents of all students who are absent from school.
GUIDANCE PROGRAM
The Guidance Counseling Program is both preventive and developmental in design. Development of a
healthy self-concept and a respect for the feelings of others can prevent the occurrence of problems in
later years. The program consists of individual counseling, small group counseling, classroom guidance
and consultation with parents, teachers and administrators.
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Individual Guidance - The counselor sometimes meets with a child on a one-to- one basis,
building an atmosphere of mutual trust, respect and caring. The counselor strives to understand
the child's needs and point-of-view. Understanding, support and constructive suggestions for
solving problems are given.
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Small Group Guidance - Students have the opportunity to participate in small groups with others
who share common concerns. Groups are for everyone and participation does not indicate a
problem. Groups deal with such subjects as family adjustment, self-concept, getting along with
others and death.
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Classroom Guidance – The counselor goes into the classroom and talks with the entire class
about such things as getting to know themselves, getting along with others, studying and taking
tests, following school rules, learning skills for making decisions, learning responsibility and
personal safety.
Parents must notify the counselor in writing if they do not wish for their child to participate in groups.
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There are several ways by which a student is scheduled to speak to the counselor. The student may ask
for a conference; parents may ask the counselor to speak with their child; a teacher or principal may ask
the counselor to speak with a student; or the counselor may initiate the conference.
Parents are urged to get to know our counselor. The elementary counselor is a professional who
provides guidance services to all students and who assists children in their academic, personal and social
development.
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND SERVICE (H/HB)
Hospital/Homebound services are available for students with a non-contagious illness or injury lasting
longer than 10 days. Forms may be picked up from the office and must be signed by a doctor. When
possible, arrangements should be made ahead of time. An H/HB teacher will visit the student three (3)
hours a week giving lessons as the student recovers. Students receiving this service will be counted as
present at school.
MEDIA CENTER
The Media Center is designed to serve the total school population. It provides books, reference
materials, audio-visual equipment, scheduled programs, computer software, and a wide range of
teaching aids for classroom use. All Bibb County Board of Education Policies are available for review
in the Media Center.
The center is open to students throughout the school day. Students may check out books as often as they
wish for a two-week period. Only students who return books may check out additional books.
It is the student's responsibility to return books on time. There are no monetary fines; however, students
may not check out additional books until overdue books are returned or paid for. Books that are
damaged through neglect or deliberate misuse must be paid for by the student.
Accelerated Reader Achievers Award Tags
Students at Burdell-Hunt Magnet School have a reading goal set for them by their teacher each nine
weeks period. Students who reach 100% of their reading goal in a grading period are awarded a
colored charm to wear on a chain. They receive the chain with their first charm earned.
 A red "bell ringing reader" charm is given to students the first time that they reach 100%.
 A blue "dog-gone good reader" charm is awarded for a second nine-week period of reaching 100%
of goal.
 A purple "I pigged out on reading" charm is awarded for a third nine weeks of reaching 100%.
 Any student who reaches 100% of the reading goal all four nine-week periods will receive a gold
"All Star Reader" charm.
PARTNERS IN EDUCATION
Parents, grandparents, and others are encouraged to join Burdell-Hunt’s Partners in Education. We invite
you to come and volunteer your services in the school. Volunteers assist with things such as, bulletin
board preparation, reading to students, tutoring, and proctoring for tests, etc.
PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION
Our Parent/Teacher Organization exists to promote the welfare of our children. This organization
sponsors many educational opportunities for our students, various family activities, and gifts to our
school. Participation in PTO sends an important message of caring about the school. Parents are
encouraged to join and participate in the activities of the PTO. We are always looking for new ideas.
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RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION (RTI)
Response to Intervention is a method of academic intervention designed to provide early, effective
assistance to children who are having difficulty learning. RTI was also designed to function as a databased process of diagnosing learning disabilities. RTI encompasses alternative assessment which utilizes
quality interventions matched to student needs, coupled with formative evaluation to obtain data over
time to make critical educational decisions This method can be used at the group and individual level.
RTI is a systematic process for providing preventive, supplementary instructional services to students
who are having challenges. RTI is a graduated series of increasingly intensive support for students in
need. This support structure provides academic support and/or behavioral support.
SCHOOL NURSE
A school nurse is available to students on certain days of the week. When the school nurse is at BurdellHunt, students must see the school nurse before calling a parent to come and pick them up due to an
illness. The school nurse will make the determination if the parent needs to be called. A School House
Health form must be completed and returned to school in order for your child to receive services from
the school nurse. The school nurse is the only person who can administer over-the-counter medication
unless your child brings his/her own medicine to school (please refer to the medication policy). All
medication must be brought to the office upon arrival at school.
SCHOOL WEBPAGE
The Burdell-Hunt webpage contains information specific to the school. The school web address is
http://www.bibb.k12.ga.us/burdell/default.htm. Additionally the Bibb County Homepage contains a
wealth of information. You will find links to access student grades, each school’s web page, the district
calendar, school board member information, enrollment procedures, system policies, and links to
educational resources. The web address is http://www.bibb.k12.ga.us.
VOLUNTEERS
We encourage volunteerism from community members. Persons interested in donating their time and
services should contact the home/school facilitator. Additionally, all volunteers are required to complete
a background check process. Volunteers wishing to participate in an overnight event, must be
fingerprinted by the BOE Human Resources Department. Any volunteer who is meeting, planning,
organizing or working on a school project is donating time that can be counted as volunteer hours. This
includes flea markets, fundraising dinners, holiday carnivals, cake sales, workshops/parental
development, school council meetings and parent advisory meetings. Please remember to check in at
the office and sign in on the computer in the office so your volunteer hours can be counted.
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SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
JUNIOR BETA CLUB
Qualified fifth grade students are invited to take part in the Junior Beta Club. The purpose of the Junior
Beta Club is to develop leadership skills and to promote community and school service. To be
considered for membership, a student must have a minimum of a 92 overall average (from 4th grade) and
exemplary behavior. Continued membership is contingent upon maintenance of the membership
qualifications.
STUDENT COUNCIL
Student Council is an organization which allows students to exercise their role in decision making and
develop leadership skills. Student representatives are selected by their teachers and classmates. Elections
for officers are held at the beginning of the school year. All student council members must maintain
passing grades and exhibit good behavior.
ACADEMIC TEAM
The Academic Team is a student organization of academically talented students in grades 4 and 5.
Students compete against other academic teams in Bibb County School System. Members of the
academic team must maintain passing grades and exhibit good behavior.
READERS’ CUP
The Readers’ Cup competition is held during Children’s Book Week and is designed to promote and
recognize the importance of reading. Students in grades 2 – 3 compete annually. The competition
consists of questions based on the books from the Book of the Year list.
MATH TEAM
Math Team participants are chosen from grades 3 – 5. Students who participate in the math team are
recommended by their teacher and demonstrate a heightened interest and talent for solving mathematical
problems. Students compete against other students during Math competition and Math 24 competitions.
JUNIOR FIRE MARSHAL TEAM
The Junior Fire Marshal Program promotes fire safety and awareness in the classrooms. The Junior Fire
Marshals of each class assist their teacher to ensure safe and secure evacuation of students. This duty is
performed during each school’s monthly fire drills. Throughout the year, the Junior Fire Marshals also
present fire safety messages to their classmates to help educate them on how to be fire safe. Fifth grade
students serve as Junior Fire Marshals.
RECYCLING TEAM
Recycling Team members will demonstrate environmental stewardship and promote recycling paper,
cans, and plastics throughout the school. Recyclable items will be placed in the blue recycling bins
provided by The Department of Public Works. Recycling bins will be taken to the curbside weekly.
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SAFETY PATROL TEAM
The Safety Patrol Team promotes and models appropriate safety practices in the hall, restroom, and car
pool areas. Their primary purpose is to direct students, not traffic. They are to report safety violations to
the supervising adult. Students in fourth and fifth grades serve as Safety Patrol Team members.
MORNING BROADCAST TEAM
The Morning Broadcast Team produces the WBHM Morning Show which is broadcasted throughout the
school on Channel 55. Students serve as on air anchors, operate the camera and sound, and direct guest
who may appear on the broadcast.
TECHNOLOGY FAIR
The Technology Fair is an event designed to showcase the exceptional talents of our students and give
them the opportunity to compete at the state level in the field of technology. The fair is open to students
in grades 3 – 12. Categories for competition include: Project programming, hardware/robotics,
multimedia applications, non-multimedia applications, animated graphic design, non-animated graphic
design, and internet web page design.
WRITING CONTESTS
Writing contests promote and encourage literacy through written expression. All students at BurdellHunt Magnet are required to participate in a minimum of one writing competition. Writing competitions
include but are not limited to Pine Tree Poetry Writing Contest, Young Georgia Authors, and speech
writing.
CLUB DAYS
Students in 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grades will participate in Club Days during the 9-Weeks. Club days will give
students the opportunity to develop skills in social interaction, to be creative, and to assume positions of
responsibility. The listed clubs will be available contingent upon student interest.
Club
Chess Club
Activity
Students play a game of
chess
Line Dance Club Students learn and practice
line dances
Music Club
Students listen, sing, and/or
play musical instruments
Cooking Club
Students plan healthy meals
Writing Club
Students work on schoolwide publication
Scrapbook Club Students learn how to
scrapbook
Photography
Students take & print
Club
photographs
Technology Club Students work on technology
project(s)
Knitting Club
Students learn how to knit
Book Club
Students discuss their
favorite books
Jewelry Club
Students design and make
jewelry
Club
Scrabble Club
Jigsaw Puzzle
Club
Sports Club
Art Club
Character Club
Geography
Club
Charm Club
Checkers Club
Game Club
Courtesy Club
Building Club
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Activity
Students play Scrabble to increase
vocabulary
Students put-together jigsaw
puzzles
Students read sports magazines,
learn the rules of organized games
Students draw pictures
Students create posters & signs to
promote character
Students participate in Geography
Bee style games
Students practice ladylike and
gentleman qualities
Students play checkers
Students play board & card games
Students express courtesies
throughout the school
Students design and build things
using legos
SCHOOL ROUTINES
ATTENDANCE
Board Policy requires that students be registered for and actively involved in a full-day instructional
program of six-hours duration. Student who do not attend school all day from 8:45 AM – 3:15 PM miss
instruction and assignments. School attendance is a prerequisite for student achievement. Students are
expected to attend school daily and to be on time. Poor attendance or persistent tardiness will show
itself in poor school progress. All absences are classified as excused or unexcused. Excused absences
are: illness, family funerals, or designated religious holidays. All other absences are defined as
unexcused. Students who desire to document an absence shall present a written excuse signed by a
parent or guardian within three (3) days of returning to school. Failure to present an excuse within three
(3) days shall result in an unexcused absence. Documentation presented after three (3) days will not be
considered. Documentation may not be by telephone. Parents will be contacted after the fourth absence
by the school counselor or designated person.
1. Absences – The attendance policy in the Student Guidelines for Success will be followed
regarding absences.
2. Tardiness – Students who arrive after the beginning of the instructional day (8:45 AM) will be
counted tardy and must report to the office to receive a tardy pass before going to class. A parent
or guardian must accompany their child who is tardy to the office to be signed in at the time the
student arrives. A child is also considered tardy if he/she leaves school for any period during the
day or leaves school early. Students who are tardy or check out for early dismissal will not
be eligible for Superintendent’s Perfect Attendance Award.
3. Early Dismissal – Students leaving school before the scheduled dismissal time are requested to
bring a note stating the time and reason for leaving and the name of the person who will come
for them – this person must also be listed on the Emergency Procedure Card. Students will not
be released to any person whose name is not listed on the child’s emergency procedure card and
without a note from the parent. A parent or parent designee must come to the office and present
a picture ID for the student to be released. Parents should not expect the school to have the
student waiting in the front office to be picked up. Due to student preparation for dismissal, NO
STUDENTS WILL BE DISMISSED FROM CLASS AFTER 2:30 PM. Students will be
counted absent for the entire day if they leave school for the day before 11:45 AM or if they
arrive after 11:45 AM.
AGENDAS
All students in grades K – 5 are supplied with a Student Agenda free of charge. Agendas are used for
students to record homework assignments, important dates, and communication between teacher and
parent. Students are required to have their agenda with them at school every day.
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BOOK BAGS
Book bags may be used to transport books to and from school. Book bags may not have wheels. Book
bags should be clear or mesh.
BRINGING ITEMS TO SCHOOL
The only time students may bring toys, games, etc. to school is when their teacher instructs them to do
so for “Show and Tell” in Kindergarten and First Grade as requested by the teachers. Laser pointers
are not permitted at school for any reason. Laser pointers can cause permanent eye damage. If
brought to school, they will be confiscated and a parent will have to come to school to pick up the
laser pointer. The school cannot be responsible for the loss or damage of personal property. No items
are permitted that distract from learning. These items include electronic toys (Game Boys, CD players,
etc.), CDs, toys, cell phones, beepers and any other items that the principal designates as prohibited.
Other prohibited items include food (candy, sunflower seeds, etc.) that are not part of a school lunch.
Food is not to be eaten anywhere outside of the lunchroom without teacher consent. All items will be
confiscated and not returned to the student until the end of the school year. Cell phones and beepers
will be sent to Campus Security and will have to be claimed at that location. Please see Bibb County
Code of Conduct for more information.
FLORAL AND BALLOON DELIVERIES
The school will not accept floral, balloon, gift basket, or other such deliveries for students. There is no
place to store these items, these items cannot be taken on school buses, and the delivery of such items
disrupts the orderly flow of the school day and imposes on the effective operation of the school.
EMERGENCY CODES/PROCEDURES
In case of any emergency which may cause harm to students, the following codes will be announced
over the intercom:
Code Yellow: Teachers and students remain in the classroom with the door locked. If students are in the
hall or restroom at the time the code is announced, they should proceed immediately to their assigned
class.
Code Red: Teachers will immediately lock classroom doors. Teachers and students are to move away
from doors and windows and are to sit on the floor. If students are int eh hall or restroom at the time the
code is announced, they are to proceed to the nearest classroom and stay with the teacher in that
classroom.
Code Green: Code Green indicates that it is safe to resume the normal activities of the school day. The
administrator will make an announcement to inform school employees and students the reason the code
yellow or red was utilized.
Code Blue: Code Blue is implemented immediately when any student, faculty, staff, or visitor to the
building requires medical attention or treatment in any location on the campus. All Crises Team
members trained in Code Blue response will report to the location immediately to give first aid attention.
FIELD TRIPS
Educational experiences are planned throughout the year for students. Permission slips will be sent
home and must be signed and returned before the child can participate. Telephone calls from parents
cannot be accepted as a form of permission to attend a field trip. Some trips may have a fee attached to
them. Georgia law requires that all children are given the same opportunity to attend these educational
trips. Voluntary contributions are requested; however if enough responses are not received, trips will be
canceled. The school cannot afford to fund these trips. In instances of hardship, the principal should be
contacted.
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FIRE AND TORNADO DRILLS
Fire and tornado drills are held on a regular basis. At the sound of the alarm, students are expected to file
quietly and cooperatively out of the classroom to a predetermined area.
HEALTH SAFETY
A student found to have a contagious or infectious health condition, such as pinkeye, scabies, or head
lice, will be sent home and is not permitted to return to school until notification has been received from a
physician or from the Health Department that the condition is no longer contagious, or proof of
treatment is provided.
If we cannot reach anyone and we feel medical treatment is necessary, we will call the appropriate
medical personnel. Costs for medical treatment are the responsibility of the parents. Every effort will be
made to encourage students to remain at school when they complain of minor aches and discomforts.
Parents will be called if a child has a fever, head lice, untreated ringworm, upset stomach, pinkeye, etc.
Since these ailments are contagious, students will remain in the office until the parent/guardian can be
contacted and the student can be signed out of school.
All medication, including prescription or non-prescription, must be housed in the office at all times. If a
child is on prescribed medication, the parent is required to bring the medicine with instructions to the
office and sign a medicine authorization and referral form (Board Policy JGCD). All prescription
medication must be in the original pharmaceutical container, clearly labeled with the name of the
student, the name of the medication, the appropriate dosage, and the time for each dose. School office
personnel will then dispense the medication. A record of daily administration is kept in the office. Nonprescription medicines (cough drops, aspirin, etc.) can only be administered in the office with a signed
medicine authorization and referral from (Board Policy JGCD). Please administer these medications at
home whenever feasible. Many non-prescription medicines can be given in the morning before leaving
home, after school, and later in the evening. Parents are encouraged not to send children to school with
a persistent fever or who are experiencing vomiting or diarrhea as these symptoms are a health concern
to other students and staff.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Bibb County Public Schools will be closed on days when roads are considered unsafe for school bus
transportation. The decision to close is made by the Superintendent of Schools as early as possible on
the morning in question. Any changes from a normal school day will be communicated to radio and TV
stations and broadcast to the public. Announcements will be made only when schools will be closed or
when there are delayed openings or early closings. No announcement will be made when schools are
open as usual. In order to keep school lines open for emergency calls, parents are urged not to call the
school concerning the possibility of an early closing. This information will be disseminated as soon as
possible to the radio and TV stations.
LOST AND FOUND
All student possessions should be labeled with the student’s name in permanent ink. Lost articles are
taken to the office and should be claimed as soon as possible. Items not claimed within a reasonable
period of time are donated to charity, i.e. Goodwill and Salvation Army. Parents are asked to caution
students against touching other people’s possessions without clear permission.
MORNING EXERCISES/MORNING BROADCAST
Staff and students begin each morning with the National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance, and Moment of
Silence. Students should stand during the National Anthem, recite the Pledge of Allegiance, and remain
standing during the Moment of Silence. Students who choose not to stand during the morning
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exercises must sit quietly in their desks. Students who are in the halls at the start of the National Anthem
must stop walking, stand still, and remain silent until the completion of the Moment of Silence. During
the Morning Broadcast, students and staff are expected to listen attentively. At the end of the program,
the pledge is recited.
NUTRITION PROGRAM
All students are required to submit a lunch application regardless of eligibility.
Breakfast is served from 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM each morning. Teachers are not on duty to supervise
students before that time. We cannot accept responsibility for supervising early arrivals. THE
SERVING LINE WILL BE CLOSED AT 8:30 AM, AND NO MEALS WILL BE SERVED AFTER
THAT TIME.
The Breakfast Program operates from 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM only! Please have your child on time if
he/she is to eat breakfast. Full price breakfast is $.45 per day of $2.25 per week, and reduced price
breakfast is $.20 per day or $1.00 per week. Adult breakfast is $.75 per day.
Student lunches cost $.90 per day or $4.50 per week, payable each Monday. Reduced lunch price is
$.35 per day or $1.75 per week. In the event a child cannot pay on Monday, he or she may charge for
that day. No charges may be carried over to the next week. If a student exceeds five (5) charges and
efforts to collect for charges have been nonproductive, an alternate lunch which meets the school meal
pattern may be served. If payment is made by check, parents are asked to make the check payable to the
Burdell-Hunt Nutrition Center. Adult lunches are $1.85 per day
A student, who cannot drink milk for medical reasons and must drink water, will need a doctor’s
statement for our files. Beverages brought from home must be in insulated containers. Students may
not bring carbonated drinks in cans, any glass bottles, or foods that need microwaving. No fast foods
are allowed.
ICE CREAM
Ice cream may be purchased for $1.00. It will be made available after students have eaten lunch.
Students may purchase ice cream during the lunch period. Students who have outstanding charged
lunches may not purchase ice cream. Students with behavioral problems may be denied the opportunity
to purchase an ice cream.
PAPER SHOP
School supplies may be purchased at the paper shop. Paper, pencils, notebook paper, etc. are available.
The paper shop is open every morning from 8:00 AM – 8:15 AM and is located in the atrium.
PICTURES
School pictures are taken at the beginning of the school year. Portrait package options are sent home
with students. Parents are responsible for paying for pictures they wish to order. Spring pictures and
class pictures are taken in the spring of the year and parents are responsible for purchasing spring or
class pictures.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Each grade level has developed a recommended list of school supplies that will help your child in
school. This list is located in the back of this handbook and can be found on our website. Please keep in
mind that these supplies are highly recommended, not required. Every student should come to school
each day with paper, pencil, and books that are necessary to perform schoolwork.
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SCHOOL PARTIES/GIFTS
Class parties in grades 1-5 will be held before Winter Holidays and at the end of the year and may begin
no earlier than 2:15 PM. Room representatives coordinate these activities with the classroom teachers.
Kindergarten will have parties throughout the year at the discretion of that grade level and the principal.
Birthday parties for students are not permitted at the school. Invitations to private parties cannot be
passed out at school unless every child in the classroom is invited. At no time will gifts be exchanged.
We discourage parents from recognizing birthdays during school hours with balloons, flowers, and gifts.
Parents may, however, if they wish, send cupcakes or cookies for their child’s birthday to have with
their class during lunchtime. Parents are asked NOT to send fancy cakes, drinks, chips, hats, party
favors, etc. Parents are not to send treats to classes unless requested by the teacher or coordinated with
the teacher.
STUDENT ARRIVAL
Homeroom begins at 8:15 AM. Instruction begins at 8:45 AM. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT ARRIVE
ON THE SCHOOL GROUNDS BEFORE 7:45 AM. State Board Policy provides for adult supervision a
maximum of thirty (30) minutes prior to the beginning of the school day. No staff members are on duty
to supervise students before 7:45 AM. Upon arrival at school, all students are to report to the cafeteria if
they are eating breakfast or to their designated area. NO EXCEPTIONS! Students are not to loiter in
the halls or outside the building. Students who arrive BEFORE 8:30 AM. should not be escorted to the
classrooms but must report to their designated morning area. All students will be dismissed to their
classrooms beginning at 8:15 AM. Students who arrive AFTER 8:15 AM. should report to their
assigned classrooms.
STUDENT DISMISSAL
Students will be dismissed each afternoon using a numbered dismissal system according to car riders,
walkers and bus/van riders. Parents of students who have private transportation will be issued a carpool
number to display in the car’s front right windshield area. Car riders will be dismissed from the
classroom beginning at 3:15 PM. As cars arrive to pick up students, the carpool number will be called.
Parents must remain in their vehicles during the carpool line. Students who walk to school must leave
the school campus promptly. Bus riders and day care students will be dismissed as their buses/vans
arrive. All students must be picked up on time at the end of the school day. Parents should arrive no later
than 3:45 PM for student pick-up. Teachers will not be on duty after 3:45 PM. Parents picking up
students after 3:45 must sign them out in the office. Parents who pick their students up past 3:45 will be
monitored. On the third offense, those parents will be referred to the Social Worker who will contact
Department of Family and Children Services. If an emergency arises, please notify the office. In order
to develop independence and responsibility, parents are asked not to accompany students to and
from the classroom at the beginning and end of the school day. Kindergarteners may only be
accompanied to and from class for the first week of school.
DISMISSAL MESSAGES
Parents are urged to make arrangements on how their child(ren) will get home from school before
they come to school in the morning. If the normal mode of transportation changes, please send written
instructions to your child’s teacher regarding the way your child is to get home. Telephone calls will be
accepted only in cases of emergency. The school cannot accept the responsibility for changes in your
child’s transportation or after-school plans. Parents often request that phone messages be delivered to
their children regarding their mode of transportation home. The office is especially busy at the beginning
and end of the day. Calls from parents may interfere with calling buses, and therefore it may be difficult
to insure that a phone message will get to students during dismissal; therefore, NO PHONE
MESSAGES WILL BE DELIVERED TO STUDENTS.
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STUDENT DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP AREAS
Students arriving and leaving school by private automobile should take the FRONT driveway, which is
for car traffic only. Parents MUST remain in their vehicle. DO NOT BLOCK THE PARKING AREA!
Students should be dropped off and picked up at the front entrance. Private vehicles are not to park in
the pick up lane between 2:30-3:45 PM. After 3:45 parents will need to report to the front office to
pick-up car riders. Buses and day care vans will take the Mitchell Street entrance, which is for bus traffic
and day care vans ONLY. For safety reasons, private vehicles are not allowed to drop off or pick-up
children at the Mitchell Street entrance bus loading area.
TRAFFIC GUIDELINES
The front circle driveway is for moving vehicles only. Please keep traffic moving in a single line at all
times. Do not park in this area. Parents and/or visitors who exit their vehicles should park in the
designated parking areas and pick up students in the assigned areas. Parking on curbs and doubleparking is illegal and creates safety hazards. Additionally, children must cross the streets where crossing
guards are located. Each family who participates in carpool will receive a more detailed traffic pattern
plan for afternoon dismissal.
SCHOOL BUSES
Students who will be transported by bus are given a bus assignment by Bibb County School’s
Transportation Department and must ride that bus only. Students are assigned to ride school buses that
will pick them up and drop them off in close proximity to their homes. Parents must clear changes in bus
assignments with the Transportation Department (phone 779-2000). School personnel cannot give
permission for students to change bus assignments. Parents need to notify the teacher after contacting
the Transportation Department.
Students are expected to sit in their assigned seats, exercise self-control, demonstrate respectful and
courteous behavior toward bus drivers, and obey the driver’s instructions. The school supports the
driver in maintaining safe bus-riding habits. Anyone who violates the safety standards will be suspended
from the bus. Discipline notices are sent to parents whenever students violate safety standards.
Discipline notices must be signed and returned the next day.
Bibb County School policy determines incremental consequences for discipline referrals as stated in the
Bibb County Code of Conduct.
Students who come to school on the bus should return home on the bus unless they have a note from
parents indicating a change in transportation. For safety and liability reasons, students are not
allowed to ride buses they are not assigned.
SCHOOL VISITORS
State law requires that all persons visiting the school at any time and for any reason MUST report to the
office to receive a visitors’ pass before entering a classroom. Visitors are required to show identification
to the office staff. This is not to discourage visitation, but is a safety measure. Forgotten books,
assignments, lunches, etc., may be left at the office for delivery to the classroom.
GUIDELINES FOR CLASSROOM OBSERVATIONS
Parent participation and involvement is encouraged. In order to maintain an optimal learning
environment, the following rules and regulations must be followed:
 Classroom visits are to be arranged by calling the principal or assistant principal.
 While visiting the classroom, parents should avoid activities which distract the students or
teacher. The rights of students to privacy and to a proper learning environment must be strictly
observed at all times. Cell phones must be turned off during the visit. Minor children will not be
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allowed during visitation. Parents should be a silent observer and instruction must not be
interrupted at any time.
The principal or principal designee may end an observation, which is considered detrimental to
the students, teacher or school. Classroom observations are not to exceed thirty minutes (30)
without permission from the administration.
USE OF SCHOOL TELEPHONE
The telephone in the school office is for school business. Students may use the phone only after
permission is granted.
Emergency messages to students will be promptly delivered, but because of the limited office staff the
school cannot accept responsibility for relaying personal messages. Parents are asked to make travel
arrangement and after school plans before the school day. Phone calls cannot be accepted for requests to
change afternoon transportation. All requests must be made in writing. These messages can disrupt a
classroom and the learning process and therefore will be made at the end of the day. The office phone
must be used exclusively for school business. Students may use the school telephone only for the
following:
 The student is ill
 The student missed the school bus
 A student’s ride has not arrived by 3:45 PM
 Student is out of dress code
Students may NOT use the school telephone for the following:
 The student left his/her homework at home
 The student did not return a permission slip for a field trip
 The student forgot his/her lunch money or lunch
 The student forgot his/her special assignment
 For after school plans, including school activities
 For special school practices
 For special assistance from a teacher
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School-wide Expectations
DRESS CODE FOR STUDENTS
Burdell-Hunt Magnet School has implemented a “Dress for Success” unified dress code policy for the
2012-2013 school year. The unified dress code is in effect Monday through Thursday each week.
Friday will be “School Spirit” day. Students may wear a Burdell-Hunt T-shirt and jeans each Friday.
Jeans are not allowed Monday-Thursday. Students may wear:
Plain khaki , black or navy blue pants only (no jeans or jump suits). Pants must fit at the natural
waist line or no lower than two inches below the waist if designed that way. Low hip huggers and low
rider pants are not allowed. Pants must be of an appropriate size and must be worn with a belt if belt
loops are present.
Dresses and Jumpers must be in plain khaki, navy, or black (no more than two inches above the knee).
Any open pleat vent, slit, or button opening may not be open more than the top of the knee. Pleated
dresses and jumpers are permitted. Jumpers may be worn with blouses, shirts, or turtlenecks in white,
khaki, yellow, gold or black.
Skirts must be in plain khaki or black (no denim/jean material allowed). Skirts must no be more than
two inches above the knee. Any open pleat, vent, slit or button opening may not be open more than the
top of the knee. Pleated skirts are acceptable.
Shorts and Skorts must be in plain khaki and black (no denim/jean material allowed). They must be of
an appropriate size and no shorter than two inches above the knee.
Shirts must be polo style in plain khaki or white (with buttons and collars). Polo style shirts in yellow,
gold, or black may also be worn. Shirts may be long or short sleeves. Turtlenecks in plain khaki, white,
black, gold and yellow may be worn.
Sweaters/Cardigans/Vests/Turtlenecks must be in plain khaki, white, black, gold, and yellow. They
must be appropriately sized and do not have to be tucked in.
Shoes may be of any color. All shoes must be laced, tied and/or fastened appropriately. All shoes must
have full backs and enclosed toes. Athletic shoes are allowed. Sandals, high heels, snow boots, and
backless shoes are not permitted. Students must wear socks, tights or hose with all shoes.
Belts must be worn with all pants, shorts, skirts and skorts if belt loops are present. Belts must be in
plain khaki, brown or black. Belts must not have words, names, sayings, pictures or designs.
Clothing with frayed ends, holes, fading and camouflage will not be permitted. All other items
which in the judgment of the principal (or designee), which disrupt or distract from the learning
process is not permitted.
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TOBACCO FREE ENVIRONMENT
According to Board Policy EBBG, all employees and visitors are prohibited from using or displaying
tobacco products while on the school campus. We ask that while you are on the school campus, you
help us to abide by this rule. Please extinguish all smoking materials before entering the school
grounds.
WEAPONS
It is a violation of Georgia law to possess a weapon on a public school campus, at school functions, or
on a public school bus. Violation of this law may result in criminal prosecution. This law applies to all
employees, visitors and students. Please report violations for the safety of the students.
CAFETERIA BEHAVIOR
Safety and health are two essential parts of our cafeteria program. Students are taught to be responsible
for their behavior and they are expected to follow federal mandates related to the school nutrition
program. Students are expected to follow basic table manners and the following expectations:
1. Students are to walk at all times in the dining area.
2. Students are to remain seated while eating and only eat food off their tray.
3. Students are to chew food thoroughly with their mouths closed.
4. Elbows should remain off the table at all times.
5. Students are to socialize QUIETLY when they are seated.
Teachers on duty may pull clips if students are not following these guidelines.
Parents often like to join their children for lunch at school. We are happy to have guest in our cafeteria!
If you choose to come for lunch, we ask that you do not join your child during the first three weeks of
school.
ZERO TOLERANCE OF MISCONDUCT
It is the shared philosophy of the teachers and administrators of Burdell-Hunt Magnet School that
instruction and all related activities should take place in an environment that is orderly and conducive to
learning. To establish and maintain an environment free from disturbance, policies governing student
conduct have been developed and are enforced fairly and consistently. Punishments for violations
include the following: verbal warning, detention, in-school suspension, corporal punishment, out-ofschool suspension, expulsion, and criminal charges.
Punishments have been devised to correct misbehavior and to guarantee a safe and orderly learning
environment. Punishments are applied reluctantly, but with the serious intent that parents and students
take the misbehavior seriously and that it not be repeated. Disruptive, disobedient, and disrespectful
students will not be allowed to remain in class at Burdell-Hunt Magnet School. The good of the
whole student body must come first.
STUDENT DISCIPLINE AND RESPONSIBILITY GUIDELINES
Developing a positive school climate involves the use of reasonable rules and realistic consequences.
Burdell-Hunt’s School-Wide Discipline Plan is established on the belief that every student plays an
important role in his/her educational program, and that appropriate behavior is a significant part of a
beneficial educational setting. The School-Wide plan will be used throughout the school and will be
enforced by the entire staff.
Our discipline plan, C.H.I.P.S., is clear, concise and complete. The student discipline plan, copies of
forms that will be used and information to help our students learn about the plan. Along with our plan is
the Bibb County Code of Conduct. It should be read carefully with your child.
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Our teachers and staff will teach and enforce our five school rules. All rules will be enforced throughout
the building.
C.H.I.P.S. -- CITIZENSHIP HELPS IMPROVE PERFORMANCE IN SCHOOL
Burdell-Hunt Magnet School Community believes in the worth and value of each student. We believe in
the ability of the student to make responsible choices. We also believe in helping the students learn the
norms and procedures that will create the learning environment in our school. We will teach these
procedures, practice them, and review them with students. We will do our part to help every student
learn self-control and help them learn to respect themselves and others. We believe that with positive
and negative reinforcements for behavior, we can help our students make appropriate choices that will
reflect our school rules. We further believe that "CHIPS" will decrease interruptions during the
instructional day and increase time on task and student learning.
To Our Students
The Burdell-Hunt Magnet School and administration believe that all students can become productive,
thoughtful and lifelong learners. We believe that each of you can achieve success in school when you
make responsible choices of behavior. Only you can make the choices that can help you succeed, not
only in school but in life. We will teach you the norms and procedures. We will expect you to do your
best!!!
We are here to help you. We are here to teach you. We assure you that citizenship helps improve
performance. You must follow the school procedures and norms, which will be explained to you by your
teacher. You can accomplish many goals. You can learn. You can improve your behavior and your
grades. You can be a responsible citizen. You can be a Burdell-Hunt Magnet Star student. We believe in
you—make us PROUD!
School Rules
Our staff has agreed on five school rules that will be used throughout the building and inside each
classroom. These rules will be posted in each classroom and throughout the building. Focusing on these
five rules on a consistent basis will result in improved student compliance.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Keep your hands, feet and objects to yourself.
Walk quietly at all times in an orderly manner.
Follow directions the first time they are given.
Keep our school clean.
Use your inside voice when speaking.
School Wide Norms and Procedures
There are norms (rules) and procedures (routines) throughout our society. In order to be good citizens
and to live in a safe environment, all citizens have to learn and obey these norms and procedures.
School-wide norms and routines are posted throughout the school to help you know what we expect of
you. It is your responsibility to make good choices. Remember, no other student can force you to make
a bad decision. Each student is responsible for his/her own actions. You MUST remember that there
are consequences should you choose not to follow these guidelines.
School Wide Procedures
Procedures are guidelines that students should follow daily. Teachers will review CHIPS/school-wide
rules daily for the first month of school will be taught in conjunction with the Character Education
lessons. The procedures for the classrooms, halls, restrooms, playground, lunchroom, and other school
related areas will be followed according to school regulations. These are common sense rules that we
expect our students to understand and are tied to safety concerns. Orientation on procedures for new
students will be done during the first week of school by either the counselor and/or support staff. New
students arriving during the school year will also receive orientation during their first week. If a student
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doesn't follow a procedure, the student will be required to correct his/her actions. (For example:
Running in the hall or classroom — the student will be told to go back and walk.) If inappropriate
behavior persists, school-wide procedures will be enforced.
Positive Reinforcements
Each teacher will have a special CHIPS "Treasure Chest" in his/her room. Students will work toward
receiving a special treat on Friday. Students will have to earn a specific number of points in order to
choose a treasure chest treat or to participate in the grade level reward. Additionally, school-wide
celebrations are held each month or grading period.
Teachers in each grade level have developed a Chips chart for students. Students will start each day
with the opportunity to earn 4 Chips. Following the rules will result in the student gaining Chips. Failure
to follow the rules will result in the student not receiving any Chips. Students will start over each day. A
student can earn 20 possible Chips during the week. They will have to earn a specified number of Chips
(12-16 or 80%) in order to enjoy the treasure chest on Friday afternoon. Students or classes that exhibit
consistent positive behavior have the opportunity to earn additional Chips.
When a student earns a Chip, the teacher will place the first card with 1 Chip in the Chips card pocket. If
the student gains another Chip, the teacher will place the next card with 2 Chips in the Chips card
pocket. If the student gains 3 Chips, that card is placed in the front of the pocket. If the student gains the
4th Chip, then that card is placed in the front of the pocket. Students will have the opportunity to earn
additional Chips throughout the year. Teachers will begin to track inappropriate behavior if a student is
repeatedly at the zero to one Chip level. Students will also engage in low-level intervention with his/her
teacher. Other consequences may include but are not limited to 10 minutes in-classroom “time-out” and
note or call to parent, 20 minutes “time-out” in another class and note or call to parent. Repeated
infractions to class and school rules may result in an office disciplinary referral.
4 chips:
3 chips:
2 chips:
1 chip:
0 chips:
Superior!!!
Excellent!!
Good!
Fair
Unacceptable
Positive Behavior Support Class (PBS) (formerly called In School Suspension (ISS))
The Positive Behavior Support Class is an alternative classroom for administratively placed students
who are experiencing behavioral difficulties. This class provides an opportunity for students who violate
school rules to remain at school and be counted present. Students will participate in a behavior
instructional program and their progress will be monitored. Students assigned to the BSC class will be
responsible for completing assignments provided by the student’s teacher. Behavior Support is a
discipline procedure for recurring negative behavior. Once a student re-enters his or her classroom after
serving “time-out” in another classroom and continues to disrupt the learning environment, because
he/she has no “chips,” he/she will be referred to the office. An administrator will counsel with student
and may make a referral to PBS. Only an administrator or designee may refer a student to PBS.
Assignment to PBS will be recorded and monitored within each nine week grading period. Students
who do not follow PBS guidelines may be assigned more progressive consequences that may include:
additional PBS days or Out of School Suspension. Two out of school suspensions within a nine week
period, constitutes a chronic offender. Chronic offenders can be referred to a Behavior
Specialist/Interventionist who works with the classroom teacher to suggest strategies and modifications
for these students.
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Levels of Offenses
Please refer to the Bibb County Code of Conduct for Level One, Two, Three, Four, and Five offenses.
Levels One and Two offenses will be handled by the classroom teacher using the CHIPS Program. Level
Two offenses may result in an immediate Office Referral. Level Three, Four, and Five offenses will
result in Office Referral and possible Suspension. Students who become habitual violators of the CHIPS
procedures will be referred to the counselor. Once the counselor is involved, the teacher, and grade level
teachers will meet and decide if an RTI is warranted. RTI regulations will then be followed.
STAR PROGRAM
The STAR Program is an incentive based program where students earn points for doing what is expected
of them. Students will receive STAR points according to the amount of CHIPS they have at the end of
each day. The acronym STAR stands for
Stop and listen attentively
Think and make wise choices
Act Responsibly
Respect self and others
Incentive Activities
Stop and listen
attentively
Think and make
wise choices
Act Responsibly
Respect self and
others
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Scavenger Hunt
Movie Social
Popcorn Social
Dance Social
Game Time
Lunch with Administrator
Outdoor Picnic
Art & Craft Projects
Make-Your-Own Sundae Social
Got Milk & Cookies Social
Pizza Party
STAR Party End-of-Year Event
…and more!!
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BURDELL-HUNT MAGNET SCHOOL
Behavior Expectation Matrix
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Classroom
Lunchroom
Restroom
Hallway
Bus Ramp/
Carpool/
Walkers
Assembly &
Fieldtrips
top and
T
hink and
A
ct
R
espect
listen
attentively
make wise
choices
Responsibly
Listen to teacher or
adult in charge
Get ready to work
Follow instructions
Get permission to
speak
Respect cafeteria
workers
Make selection
before entering
serving line
Stay single file
Quickly give code to
cashier
Go in stall privately
Wait your turn
Use restroom time
wisely
Participate in class
Ask questions
Complete
assignments
Do your best
Display character
Get utensils and
condiments while
being served
Sit/stay in assigned
area
Leave area clean
Put tray up in an
orderly manner
Keep restroom
clean
Follow rules
Exercise good
hygiene
Be on time
Be prepared
Complete
assignments
Use time wisely
Wait your turn
Keep food & drink
in café
Keep area clean
Keep account
current
Use low voices
Speak positively
Follow rules
Keep hands and
feet to self
Keep area clean
Respect privacy of
others
Be clean and
sanitary
Listen to adult
Notice surroundings
Walk on the right
side of the hallway
Stay single file
Pay attention/listen
for car #/ bus #
Listen to adult on
duty
Listen attentively
Ask appropriate
questions
Observe
presentation
Remember what
heard and learn
from it
Walk quietly
Be helpful
Read and learn
from hall displays
Wash hands
Place paper in
trash
Flush the
toilet/urinal
Report problems to
an adult
Go directly to
destination
Keep halls clean
Report problems
Know how you are
getting home
Have materials
needed to go home
Follow rules
Be considerate of
speaker or others
being recognized
Return signed
permission form
Keep hands and
feet to self
Obey staff request
promptly
Respect bus driver
& chaperones
Respect other’s
space
Be polite
Keep hands and
feet to self
Sit quietly
Display good
behavior
Ride assigned bus
Enter & exit quietly
and in an orderly
manner
Stay with the group
Focus on
presentation
Respect facility
visited
self and
others
Use good manners
Receive and eat
only your food
Respect other’s
space
Say “Please” and
“Thank you!”
Be respectful of
displays
Keep hands and
feet to self
School Tools List
2013-2014
1st Grade
Kindergarten
 24—#2 pencils
 3 boxes 8 count crayons (regular
size, not jumbo)
 2 bottles of glue (Crayola® or
Roseart®)
 1 pair of scissors
 10 glue sticks (Crayola® or
Roseart®)
 2 large erasers
 1 clear or mesh book bag (full
size no wheels )
 3 boxes of facial tissue
 3 bottles of hand soap (Equate®
or SoftSoap®)
 3 large bottles of hand sanitizer
(Equate® or Germ X®)
 A change of clothes for when
students have accidents
Wish List
 1 box each storage bags (sizes:
sandwich, quart, & gallon)
 2 black & white composition
notebooks
 48—#2 pencils
 4 boxes facial tissue
 2 boxes of 16/24 count crayons
 4 block erasers
 1 pkg. index cards 3x5
 1 clear or mesh book bag (full
size no wheels )
 4 large bottles of hand sanitizer
(Equate® or Germ X®)
Wish list
 1 large bottle liquid soap
(Equate®)
 4 glue sticks
 1 box quart size food storage
bags)
 1 bottle glue (Elmers®)
 2 pkgs. copier paper
 1 roll of paper towels
8 composition notebooks
1 small student dictionary
10 pkgs. wide ruled paper
2 box crayons
2 boxes markers
2 boxes colored pencils
5 doz. #2 pencils
12 glue sticks
5 3-prong folders with pockets
2 spiral notebooks
2 pair of scissors
1 pencil box/case
1 pkg. assorted highlighters
1 clear or mesh book bag (full
size no wheels)
 4 boxes facial tissues
 4 – 8oz bottles of hand sanitizer
(Equate® or Germ X®)
 1 bottle of hand soap (Equate®
or Germ X®)
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Wish List
1 pkg. colored copier paper
1 box quart size storage bags
1 roll of paper towels
1 pkg. dry erase markers (Expo)
LEAVE AT HOME!!!
 no mechanical pencils
 no college ruled paper
All items to be labeled with
students name
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3rd Grade
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2nd Grade
4th Grade
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#2 pencils
pens (black, blue, red)
1 box colored pencils
1 box crayons
yellow highlighters
1 pair of scissors
1 ruler
1 protractor
2 glue sticks (Elmers®)
3 composition notebooks
6 pkgs. wide ruled notebook
paper
4 folders with pockets and
prongs (1 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue, 1
green)
4 pkgs. Post-It Notes®
1 pkg. index cards 3x5
1 clear or mesh book bag (full
size no wheels)
pencil bag
page protectors
Wish List
1 box sandwich bags (quart)
1 bottle hand sanitizer (Equate®)
1 box disinfectant wipes
2 pkgs. of copier paper
1 box facial tissue
1 pkg. dry erase markers
(Expo®)
 1 GB Flash Drive
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2 boxes crayons 24 count
4 dozen #2 pencils
1 pair scissors (Fiskar®)
Erasers
4 pkgs. loose-leaf paper wide
rule
6 composition books
5 3-pronged folders with pockets
(red, orange, blue, yellow,
green)
1 clear or mesh book bag (full
size no wheels )
3 bottles of hand sanitizer
3-boxes of Facial Tissue
4 glue sticks
Wish List
Paper Towels
1 pencil box
1 box plastic storage bags—any
size
Math Flash Cards (+, -, x, /)
Disinfectant Wipes
5th Grade
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24 #2 pencils
1 pencil bag
12 pens (blue, black, red)
1 box colored pencils
1 box crayons
1 pair of scissors
1 ruler
1 protractor
2 glue sticks (Elmers®)
2 pkgs. page dividers
1 3-ring binder (1 inch)
6 pkgs. wide rule paper
1 pkg. page protectors
2 composition notebooks
6 folders with pockets and
prongs
4 pkgs. Post-It® Notes
1 pkg. index cards 3x5
yellow highlighters
3 spiral composition notebooks
1 clear or mesh book bag (full
size no wheels)
Wish List
1 box sandwich bags (quart)
1 bottle hand sanitizer (Equate®)
1 box disinfectant wipes
2 pkgs. of copier paper
1 box facial tissue
1 pkg. dry erase markers
(Expo®)
 1 GB Flash Drive
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