2013-14 Student/Parent Handbook - Nash-Rocky Mount Schools

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Superintendent’s Message August 2013 Dear NRMPS Students and Parents, The School Board, faculty, staff and administrators of Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools are committed to providing a safe, orderly, secure and disruption free environment that will produce globally competitive students, who are prepared for bright and prosperous futures, when they graduate. High quality instruction will offer challenging curriculum based on rigor, relevance and adequate resources for all students. Expectations for student behavior are high in every school. The Code of Student Conduct is revised annually to align with state and federal laws and to address other issues critical to providing a safe and quality educational environment. Included in the Code of Conduct are expectations for behavior on school buses that you should be aware of even if your child does not ride a bus to or from school since these expectations apply for field trips, athletic contest trips and other school approved activities. To ensure consistency with student understanding of school division expectations, the Code of Student Conduct is reviewed at the beginning of each school year. In addition, I urge each parent to read and review this material with your child to ensure that you understand our expectations prior to any potential issues. Being unaware of the rules of conduct and behavior is not a defense if your child actually violates any item covered in the Code of Student Conduct. Also included is the Responsible Use of Technology policy and Procedures for Social Media for you to review with your child prior to their use of our school-based technology. I encourage every parent to pay very close attention to your child’s use of computers, cell phones and other electronic devices as they can present a very real danger to student safety if not monitored closely. This is of particular importance this year, in light of our iConnect digital learning initiative. In addition, a Model Release Form is included which grants Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools unlimited rights to use or reproduce photographs, likenesses or voice of your child in any legal manner for the internal or external promotional/informational activities of Nash- Rocky Mount Public Schools. To document your receipt and understanding of the contents of this booklet, four (4) acknowledgement notices are located at the front. You are asked to sign and return these documents to your child’s school as directed at the start of the year or shortly after enrolling in our school system. For students who are participating iConnect digital learning initiative, hard copies of the forms have been provided. I am extremely proud of the positive behavior and many accomplishments of the overwhelming majority of our students. If you have any questions about the Code of Student Conduct, please call the principal of your child’s school. By strengthening partnerships with our students, parents, teachers and administrators, we can continue to ensure safe, productive, educationally enriching schools for all of our students. Sincerely, Dr. Anthony D. Jackson Superintendent Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools i
! Nash-Rocky Mount Public Schools Acknowledgement of Review of 2013-14 Student/Parent Handbook Student’s Name Teacher The Nash-Rocky Mount Public School System’s Student/Parent Handbook was created as a resource for students and parents to explain the policies, rules, and regulations governing all students in the Nash- Rocky Mount Public School System. These references are a critical part of the daily student life for all children, supporting a safe and secure learning environment. Individual schools may provide additional rules and regulations. To assure that all students meet the high expectations for behavior established in the Code of Student Conduct, it is essential that the school and home work together. Your support is vital in this process. Please take time to become familiar with the contents of this handbook. If you have questions about the policies, rules, and regulations provided, please call your child’s school principal or visit the Nash-Rocky Mount Public School System website at www.nrms.k12.nc.us. Numbers that appear in some sections of the handbook refer to specific Board of Education policies and may not cite the entire policy. For the most current listing of all board policies, visit www.nrms.k12.nc.us/boe/. While every effort was made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the policies and rules and regulations within the Nash-Rocky Mount Public School System’s Student/Parent Handbook, the Nash-Rocky Mount Public School System and Board of Education will not be responsible for any errors or omissions which may occur in this document. After reviewing the Student/Parent Handbook and the Student Code of Conduct with your child, please sign and return the signed form below to the school. As the parent/guardian of_________________________________________ (student's name), I have read and discussed the Student/Parent Handbook including the Student Code of Conduct and the Academic Integrity and Technology Responsible Use with my child. I understand that it and the policies it references apply to all students at all times on all Board of Education property, including in school buildings and on school grounds; in all school vehicles; and at all school, school-related, or Board-sponsored activities, including but not limited to, school field trips and school sporting events, whether such activities are held on school property or at locations off school property, including private business or commercial establishments. Parent's/Guardian's Signature Date Student's Signature Date The handbook was sent home to be shared with the parent(s)/guardian(s) on__________________________ . Please detach and return this form to your child's teacher. The Nash-Rocky Mount Public School System does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, or handicap in any of its educational or employment programs or activities. Contact the Central Office Title IX Coordinator at 252-459-5220. Contact information is also available on our website: www.nrms.k12.nc.us. ii
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