STUDENT'S HANDBOOK
2012-2013
HOME OF THE MIGHTY LIONS
631 SOUTH Stewart Street
Quincy, FL 32351
Telephone: 850-627-6030
Fax: 850-875-3197
Pauline West, Principal
Keith Dowdell, Assistant
Principal
REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE
2012-2013
7:30
FIRST
BELL
7:40 -
8:00
INSTRUCTIONAL FOCUS
8:00 -
8:50
FIRST PERIOD
8:55 -
9:45
SECOND PERIOD
9:50 -
10:40
THIRD PERIOD
10:45 -
11:35
FOURTH PERIOD
11:40 -
12:05
ELEM./MIDDLE SCHOOL LUNCH
11:40 -
12:30
H.S. FIFTH PERIOD
12:05 -
12:55
M.S. FIFTH PERIOD
12:30 -
12:55
H.S. LUNCH
1:00 -
1:50
SIXTH PERIOD
1:55 -
2:45
SEVENTH LUNCH
2:45
STUDENTS
DISMISSAL
2:55
TEACHERS
DISMISSAL
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PARENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Please sign acknowledging receipt of your student's
agenda. Signing also indicates that you have read it and
shared its content with your student. Thank you for choosing
Carter-Parramore Academy and entrusting your student to our care,
guidance, and instruction.
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Carter-Parramore Academy
MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS
MISSION STATEMENT
To ensure every student makes a
year's learning gain.
VISION STATEMENT
To create a safe and stimulating
learning environment across the curriculum, which maximizes
individual potential and ensures students of all ability levels are
well equipped to meet the challenges of education and life.
MOTTO
"A Place called HOPE"
LET'S WORK TOGETHER TO MAKE
OUR SCHOOL SAFE
To assure that Carter-Parramore/HOPE Academy campus is a safe
and orderly place to learn and teach, we must follow rules.
The Faculty and Staff will model the behaviors we expect of
students. We agree to the following: (1) Be role models for
students. (2) Treat students and other members of the Gadsden
community with respect. (3) Avoid unnecessary confrontations;
and (4) Be fair and consistent in the applications of our classroom
and school policies.
STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING GUIDING
PRINCIPLES:
- Attend all classes, arrive on time, and bring necessary
materials.
- Walk down the fight hand side of the hallway when moving from
one area to another while refraining from running and unnecessary
horse playing in the building.
- Treat themselves and others in their environment with
respect. Refrain from racial/ethnic slurs, sexual harassment
and disruption that incite fights.
- Cooperate with all school staff (teachers, paraprofessionals,
administrators, custodians, lunch room staff, etc.)
- Dress appropriately for school (see dress code).
- Treat school facilities, materials, and property of others with
care and respect.
- Refrain from bringing gum, food, and drinks into the hallways
or classrooms.
- Refrain from bringing sunglasses, hats, radios, tape players,
recorders, televisions, toys, pagers/beepers, walkman, CD players,
cellular phones, cards, die, and noise makers of any kind that will
be confiscated until the last day of school and must be picked up
by the parents.
GUIDANCE PRINCIPLES CONTINUED
- Refrain from the use of the following items on
Carter-Parramore/HOPE Academy campus; tobacco substances, illegal
substances, weapons, fireworks, lighters/matches or other
contraband. Possession of any of these will result in
suspension with the Principal's recommendation for expulsion.
- Refrain from displaying affection in public to include holding
hands, hugging, kissing, and sitting on laps, etc.
- All (prescription and over-the-counter) medication MUST be
checked in at the Health Clinic with appropriate forms filled out
by the parent/guardian. This includes Tylenol, cold medicine,
etc. Students may only take medication with a doctor's
prescription and/or parent permission.
- Refrain from using the telephone during the school day except
in the case of an emergency.
- Refrain from having deliveries sent to the school (i.e.
flowers, balloons, etc.) These are disruptions to the
learning environment. (If something is mistakenly delivered,
it will be held in the front office until the end of the school
day.)
Follow all guidelines and policies listed in the Gadsden County
Code of Conduct.
THE CAFETERIA
The Lions' Café is designed to encourage good
behavior. We are proud of the picture it presents to
visitors. As a general rule, students are required to behave
as if you were dining in a restaurant, therefore, students must use
low-toned voice conversations at their table, practice good table
manners and eating habits, and respect the rights of others.
Each teacher will review the cafeteria rules and regulations with
students, and students will be expected to line up, single file in
the cafeteria jn an orderly manner, with no breaking in line,
saving places, or pushing. You are expected to pick up your
lunch quickly and proceed directly to the assigned table. If
you are not buying a lunch, proceed directly to your table.
There will be no running or throwing food or paper. When
finished, you must clean the table area and deposit the trash in
the waste container. Food must not be taken out of the
cafeteria.
SCHOOL BUS
BEHAVIOR
Bus students have the privilege of utilizing the transportation
services of the Gadsden County School District. A student who
fails to maintain appropriate conduct while on the bus, or walking
to or from the bus stop may be suspended from riding the bus.
- The bus driver is in full charge and must be obeyed.
- The bus driver may assign seats.
- Students must be on time; the bus will not wait for students
who are late.
- Band instruments will be allowed on the bus if the student
holds them securely so that they are not a hazard.
- Students may not ride any other bus except the one assigned to
them.
- Students will be suspended from the bus for fighting, smoking,
possession or use of controlled substances, and/or gross
insubordination that includes cursing and/or disrespecting the
driver.
NOTE: Video cameras are installed on all buses
for passenger safety and protection.
EMERGENCY DRILLS
During the year there will be fire drills to prepare for
evacuations in case of emergencies. Each classroom has an
evacuation diagram posted which shows the way to leave classroom in
case of a fire drill. Your teacher will tell you that we are
conducting a fire drill and that you are to take your valuables
(purses, wallets) and line up single file. You should line up
quickly, single file, and follow your teacher's directions.
When you are outside, stay with your class. Fire Drills are
serious! If a real fire occurred, a life could be lost due to
carelessness. Treat all fire drills as a real situation
because it could save a life - yours. Your teacher will tell
you we are conducting a tornado drill. Teachers have been
instructed with the correct procedures to follow in this
case. Follow all directions our teacher gives you quickly,
quietly, and carefully. Remember that either your life or
another member of the school's life may depend on it.
CHANGE OF
ADDRESS
Whenever you move, your parents must notify the office.
Frequently a change of address also means a change of bus or bus
stop and might even mean a change of schools. Having the
correct address and phone number could really make a difference if
you become ill or injured.
WITHDRAWAL
As soon as you become aware that you will be withdrawing from
school, your parents must notify the office and complete a
withdrawal form. You will be given the form to have each of
your teachers sign and then return to the office. All books
and other materials belonging to the school must be returned before
withdrawing.
GUIDANCE
ASSISTANCE
The school counselor is an integral part of the educational
team. The counselor's major concern is the normal
developmental needs and proper adjustment of all students within
the school. The counselor is available to provide information
and services to students, parents, and teachers, as well as to act
as the contact person for the community.
The School Resource Officer (SRO) is a Deputy Sheriff placed at
the school as a resource for you. The functions of your SRO
include counseling, teaching, and being a direct link to your
community. The SRO counsels students who are referred by
teachers, parents, and other law enforcement personnel. Our
goal is to divert students from the judicial system and into other
programs that are geared to their needs.
Pre-arranging a conference allows a teacher time to gather all
relevant information for the conference and allows the school to
schedule the meeting around the teacher's classroom duties.
Parents should contact the guidance department to arrange
conferences.
TARDY POLICY
Refer to the discipline offense level
guideline
VISITORS
All visitors must report to the main office for authorization to
enter the school. Parents/guardians are welcome to visit their
child and are encourage to do so. Parents may visit classes after
teachers have been given a 24-hour notice in accordance with
teachers' contract.
ZERO TOLERANCE
In order to maintain positive student interaction, and to ensure
the safety of all students at school, we will enforced the District
policy ZERO TOLEDRANCE, which states: Anyone who is involved in a
physical fight, regardless of who "started" the, will be suspended
from school for five (5) days. Remember -"NO Misbehaving"!
Depending on the severity of the fight, administration will decide
the punishment.
SCHOOL PROPERTY
When damage to property occurs, all possible means will be made
to identify the students responsible and to deal with them
accordingly. They will be responsible for paying for the
damage. If textbooks given to the students by the school are
damaged or lost, the students must replace them or cover their
cost. When damage is done by a group of students, and it is
impossible to identify the individuals responsible, the cost will
be shared by the entire group.
ATTENDANCE
Students are expected to be present and punctual for all classes
throughout the year. The following are reasons for excused
absences:
- Pupil
illness
5. Attending court (required)
- Illness in
family
6. School Trips
- Death in
family
7. Authorized religious holidays
- Appointment with doctor or
dentist
8. County bus breakdowns
The following are reasons for unexcused absences:
- Truancy (skipping school)
- Suspension
- Missing the school bus
- Trips not approved in advance
- Shopping or paying bills
Teachers will take attendance during first period and send
report to office.
HALL OR CAMPUS
PASSES
Students are not permitted out of classes during class periods
unless they are accompanied by a teacher or have a written pass
from an authorized staff member. Authorization has to be
written in the Student's Agenda. "NO AGENDA, NO PASS."
Passes are not to be issued the first or the last 15
minutes of class.
PASSES FOR LEAVING
SCHOOL
Students are not permitted to leave the school grounds at any
time during the school day without a permit from the office.
If you must leave school because of illness or any other reason,
you MUST sign out in the office. Failure to follow the proper
procedure will be considered and unexcused absence. Students
will not be released without written or verbal permission from the
parent/guardian. Leaving school without permission violates
School Board Policy.
TEXTBOOKS
All basic texts are loaned to students for their use during the
school year. Students should keep textbooks clean and handle
them carefully. Reasonable damage is expected as a result of
daily use. Unreasonable damage will result in fines.
Lost textbooks must be paid for and replaced immediately. The
fines for lost books must be paid to the teacher issuing the
textbooks at the time of damage or loss. Students are
required to carry textbooks to class.
MEDIA
CENTER
Students are encouraged to attend the media center before
school, during lunch, and after school. A written pass is
required. All materials lost or damaged beyond repair must be
paid for.
STUDENT
INSURANCE
There is an accident policy for all Gadsden County students
available from the school. It is recommended that all
students have this coverage. This insurance is REQUIRED
FOR ALL STUDENTS PARTICAPATING IN INTERSCHOLASTIC
ATHLETICS.
SELLING ITEMS ON
CAMPUS
Permission to sell must be obtain in writing from the principal
well in advance of the sale and requires the Superintendent
approval in writing as well prior to any activity.
STUDENT
ACTIVITES
During the school year the student activities committee will
sponsor several special events. A small admission will be charged
to all students who wish to attend. Those students who do not
attend will either remain in class or report to an assigned study
hall supervised by a staff member.
Campus Kings and Queens are representatives of the school and
must maintain a 3.0 grade point average or above with no N's or U's
in conduct during the previous school year or during year of their
region. In addition they must maintain exemplary behavior once
elected, maintain the required G.P.A. or they will be removed!
ASSEMBLY
Students should present a courteous and refined behavior at all
times. Each student is personally responsible for the impression
made by the school as whole. An example of unrefined and
discourteous behavior includes whistling, unnecessary clapping,
boisterousness, and talking during a program.
- Attend all programs on time.
- Enter quietly and occupy the seat assigned to you.
- Listen attentively and participate willingly when asked.
- Listen quietly and attentively in an orderly
manner.
REQUIREMENTS FOR PROMOTION
FOR GRADES 6-8
2012-2016
Students must pass a minimum of five courses and MUST PASS
language arts, mathematics, and science with a yearly average of C
or better.
Students must pass two of their other subjects for a total of
five (5) subjects.
Passing grades of C or better reflect achievement of at least
70% of the Grade Level Expectations (GLE's) for language,
mathematics, social studies, and science. A Civics End-of-Course
assessment will be given in grade 7; Students must pass prior to
promotion to grade 8th.
Students must score above Level 1 on the Florida Comprehensive
Assessment Test 2.0 Next Generation Sunshine State
Standard Test for both Math and Reading
(Note: A passing grade of "C" is equivalent to achieving at
least 70% of the GLE's. Students will be tested in Science on
the FCAT beginning this school year.
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR
GRADUATION
These requirements are pursuant to
Florida Statutes 1008.22, 1003.428 and 1003.429, all of which were
enacted in 2010
ENTERING 10TH GRADE 2011-2012
GRADE THIS YEAR 2011-2012
|
SCHOOL YEAR ENTERING 10TH
|
ON-TIME GRADUATION YEAR
|
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
|
10
|
2011-2012
|
2013-2014
|
- FCAT 2 READING
- 10TH GRADE
- PASS ALGEBRA 1 EOC (counts as 30% of final Algebra 1 Grade
|
These requirements are pursuant to Florida Statutes 1008.22,
1003.428 and 1003.429, all of which were enacted in 2010
ENTERING 9TH GRADE 2011-2012
GRADE THIS YEAR 2011-2012
|
SCHOOL YEAR ENTERING 9TH
|
ON-TIME GRADUATION YEAR
|
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
|
9
|
2011-2012
|
2014-2015
|
- FCAT 2 READING
- 9th GRADE
- 10TH GRADE
- Pass Algebra 1
- Pass Geometry
- Take Geometry EOC (Counts as 30% of final Geometry Grade)
- Pass Biology
- Take Biology EOC ( Counts as 30% of final Biology Grade)
- EOC (counts as 30% of final Algebra 1 Grade
|
- Also Requires Completion of at least one course through on-line
learning
|
These requirements are pursuant to Florida Statutes 1008.22,
1003.428 and 1003.429, all of which were enacted in 2010
ENTERING 9TH GRADE 2012-2013
GRADE THIS YEAR 2011-2012
|
SCHOOL YEAR ENTERING 9TH
|
ON-TIME GRADUATION YEAR
|
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
|
10
|
2011-2012
|
2015-2016
|
- FCAT 2 READING
- 9TH Grade
- 10TH Grade
- PASS Algebra 1 EOC to receive credit
- Pass Geometry EOC to receive credit
- Pass Biology EOC to receive credit
- Earn *Algebra II Credit
* Or approved equivalent
courses
|
- Also Requires Completion of at least one course through on-line
learning
|
These requirements are pursuant to Florida Statutes 1008.22,
1003.428 and 1003.429, all of which were enacted in 2010
ENTERING 9TH GRADE 2013-2014
GRADE THIS YEAR 2011-2012
|
SCHOOL YEAR ENTERING 9TH
|
ON-TIME GRADUATION YEAR
|
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
|
7
|
2013-2014
|
2016-2017
|
- FCAT 2 Reading
- 9th Grade
- 10TH Grade
- PASS ALGEBRA 1 EOC to receive credit
- Pass Geometry EOC to receive credit
- Pass Biology EOC to receive credit
- Earn *Algebra II Credit
Pass one of the following
AND
- Pass One Equally Rigorous Science Course (from state-approved
list)
- Pass Civics
Take Civics EOS (Counts as 30% of final Civics grade)
*or
approved equivalent courses
|
- Also Requires Completion of at least one course through on-line
learning
|
These requirements are pursuant to Florida Statutes 1008.22,
1003.428 and 1003.429, all of which were enacted in 2010
ENTERING 9TH GRADE 2014-2015
GRADE THIS YEAR 2011-2012
|
SCHOOL YEAR ENTERING 9TH
|
ON-TIME GRADUATION YEAR
|
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
|
6
|
2014-2015
|
2017-2018
|
- FCAT 2 Reading
- 9th Grade
- 10TH Grade
- PASS ALGEBRA 1 EOC to receive credit
- Pass Geometry EOC to receive credit
- Pass Biology EOC to receive credit
- Earn *Algebra II Credit
Pass one of the following
AND
- Pass One Equally Rigorous Science Course (from state-approved
list)
- Pass Civics to receive credit
*or approved equivalent
courses
|
- Also Requires Completion of at least one course through on-line
learning
|
These requirements are pursuant to Florida Statutes 1008.22,
1003.428 and 1003.429, all of which were enacted in 2010
ENTERING 9TH GRADE 2015-2016
GRADE THIS YEAR 2011-2012
|
SCHOOL YEAR ENTERING 9TH
|
ON-TIME GRADUATION YEAR
|
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
|
5
|
2015-2016
|
2018-2019
|
- FCAT 2 Reading
- 9th Grade
- 10TH Grade
- PASS ALGEBRA 1 EOC to receive credit
- Pass Geometry EOC to receive credit
- Pass Biology EOC to receive credit
- Earn *Algebra II Credit
Pass one of the following
AND
- Pass One Equally Rigorous Science Course (from state-approved
list)
- Pass Civics to receive credit
- *or approved equivalent
courses
|
- Also Requires Completion of at least one course through on-line
learning
|
These requirements are pursuant to Florida Statutes 1008.22,
1003.428 and 1003.429, all of which were enacted in 2010
CARTER-PARRAMORE ACADEMY/HPOE
ACADEMY
POLICY FOR SCHOOL
UNIFORM
MIDDLE SCHOOL
All students (grades 4th - 12th)
will adhere to the school uniform policy. Uniforms will be
worn during the regular school day and on sponsored field
trips.
CARTER-PARRAMORE ACADEMY'S COLORS: NAVY BLUE AND
WHITE
TOP: NAVY BLUE AND WHITE
BOTTOM: KHAKI
HOPE ACADEMY'S COLORS: HUNTER GREEN AND
KHAKI
TOP: HUNTER GREEN
BOTTOM: KHAKI
- 1. Black top/bottom on black bottom/top will not be
acceptable.
- No sweat pants, overalls or jeans.
- All shirts will have a collar. School logo is
optional. Shirts will be tucked into pants.
- Sneakers and leather shoes are acceptable in colors of black,
brown and white. Shoelaces must match (be the same color) the
shoes. No pants will be allowed inside their socks.
- Wear only white, black and gray socks.
- If pant has belt loops, belt must be worn. Belts must be
black or brown.
- Jewelry is limited to a watch, earrings and brackets. No
medallion necklaces.
- Young ladies have the option of wearing skirts, capris, shorts,
or jumpers. They must be khaki or black in color.
- Jackets and sweaters are permitted with or without the school
logo. No trench coats or "starter" jackets.
- Organizational uniforms allowed only when approved by the
Principal.
- Students may wear any color combination except black on
black the first week of school. Black on black will not be a
color combination the entire school year. Administration will
allow students' input for the remainder of the year.
HIGH SCHOOL
Students' clothing should be appropriate for the occasion, in
good taste, and in good condition. While the administration
recognizes the individuality of each student and does not wish to
stifle individual taste, consideration must be given to the primary
reason for school attendance - academic excellence.
Clothing and/or other personal adornment that is so unusual or
non-traditional that it attracts undue attention and distracts from
the academic climate of the classroom cannot be allowed.
APPROPRIATE ATTIRE
- When young ladies wear shorts, skirts, and dresses, the length
must be no more than one half inch from the knee from any position.
The knee length is determined by the indentation of the tip of the
student's middle finger when placed against the student's attire
even standing or walking.
- Bound sleeveless shirts and/or dresses that cover the armpits
may be worn. No cleavage will be exposed.
- Shirts/blouses must cover the midriff at all times.
- Young men will wear belts or suspenders with their pants.
Elastic waist band/draw strings are acceptable.
- Hats and hoods may be worn outside of the building
only.
- Shirts and blouses that are designed to be worn inside will be
tucked into the pants/skirts.
INAPPROPRIATE ATTIRE
- Tight-fitting, stretchy pants, leotards, bicycle pants, legging
or body gloves
- Blouses or shirts that are unbuttoned, see-through, halter
tops, tank tops, or muscle shirts and dresses that are strapless,
spaghetti strap, or sun dresses
- Section cutout garments with holes
- Clothes that advertise alcoholic beverages, tobacco, drugs,
suggestive or sexually explicit logos, or offensive racial
slogans
- Headbands, bandannas, scarves, stocking/wave caps, or any other
head gear (male or female)
- Bare feet, bedroom slippers, flip-flops or beach shoes (shoes
with toes out must have a backing i.e. sandals)
- Hair combs, hair picks, or hair rollers
- Dropped pants (if pants have belt loop, a belt must be
worn)
THESE DRESS CODE GUIDELINES ARE SUBJECT TO THE
INTERPRETATION OF THE ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY, AND STAFF OF
CARTER-PARRAMORE/HOPE ACADEMY. ANY OTHER TYPE OF CLOTHING OR
GARMENT THAT IS DISTRACTING, IMMODEST, OR INTERFERES WITH LEARNING
WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
Be reminded that the 2012-2013 Code of Student Conduct
(Student Dress) will be enforced.
Penalty for violations of the uniform
policy:
1st Offense - Send to Office; Call Parents to
get corrected; Remain in ISSP until corrected
2nd Offense - Notify Parents; Assigned 2 days
ISSP
3rd Offense - Notify Parents; Assigned 3 days
OSS
4th Offense - Notify Parents; Assigned 5 days
OSS