THIS STUDENT HANDBOOK BELONGS TO - Clayton County Public ...

clayton county Public SchoolsOffice of the Superintendent1058 Fifth Avenue • Jonesboro, Georgia 30236 • (770) 473-2700 • FAX (770) 473-2778EDMOND T. HEATLEY, Ed.D.Superintendent of SchoolsDear Parents and Guardians:As Superintendent of the Clayton County Public School System (CCPS), I would like to take this opportunity to welcomeyou to the 2012-2013 school year. This school year promises to be one that encompasses rich and challenginglearning environments designed to meet the needs of every student as that student explores and develops new interestsand untapped talents in the pursuit of academic excellence. CCPS has made it a priority to develop a College and CareerReady culture within the school system to produce lifelong learners and responsible globally competitive citizens.The Clayton County Public Schools System has the distinguished honor of employing Highly Qualified teachers whoare dedicated to educating the future leaders of Clayton County. I am privileged to work with such a distinguishedleague of educators. CCPS is able to maintain a standard of academic excellence because of the high expectations andsupport of our parents, teachers, staff and community. As parents and guardians we need and value your continuedsupport.To ensure the continued success of our students and the support of our parents, the CCPS Student Handbook and AcademicPlanner has been developed to provide valuable information regarding the school system’s philosophy, policiesand procedures. Furthermore, the rules and regulations found within this handbook establish a safe and orderly learningenvironment conducive to the needs of every learner. They provide accountability and high standards that governthe conduct of the students educated within the Clayton County Public School System.The role of parents and guardians is vital to the success of our students. As your Superintendent, I encourage all parentsand guardians to become a part of their student’s school career by establishing relationships with our administrators,teachers, staff and other school personnel. This is inclusive of becoming active participants in the schoolenvironment to aid your student in achieving academic, social and behavioral success. I welcome you to partner withthe school system on this educational journey that promises the reward of academic excellence and school success.My team and I are behind your child 100% as he or she matriculates from kindergarten through the twelfth grade.Visit our website, www.clayton.k12.ga.us, to view the system’s Interactive Calendar which allows you to view all district-wideevents for students, parents and the Clayton County Community.Sincerely,Edmond T. Heatley, Ed. D.Superintendent of Schools1