MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL HANDBOOK
SHEETS MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
307 Holt Street
Lexington, NC 27292
(336) 249-4224
School and Business Office (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
(Summer hours - 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
SCHOOL HOURS of OPERATION
8:10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m
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Sheets Memorial Christian School is an extension of Sheets Memorial Baptist Church and provides an educational program for students from six weeks old through the twelfth grade. It is a private, non-profit and non-sectarian Christian school offering educational services to Christian families in Lexington and the surrounding areas.
Enrollment is open to all students whose parents are in agreement with the Christian philosophy purposes and standards of the school. The student and at least one parent must be presently, actively attending a local church of like faith.
Sheets Memorial Christian School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students of the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, in any school administered programs.
"A Quality Education from a Christian Perspective"
OUR OBJECTIVE
1. To provide a quality education from a Christian perspective I Cor. 9:24-27; Col. 3:23-24; Phil. 3:13-14; Deut. 6:6-7
2. To lead to a saving knowledge of Christ any student who is unsaved and seek spiritual growth for all students I Pet. 2:1-2; Rom. 1:16-17; I Pet. 2:9; 3:15; Mk. 16:15; I Tim. 4:6-10
3. To teach that God has a plan and purpose for each person that will yield themselves to Him Pro. 3:5-6; Jer. 33:3; Eph. 1:11; Rom. 8:28; II Tim. 1:9-10; Rom. 12:1-2
4. To prepare a young person spiritually, emotionally, physically and mentally, using God's Word as the foundation for the various subjects of study Col. 2:6-8; Luke 2:52; I Tim. 4:12-13; Pro. 22:6
5. To offer a well-organized and well-disciplined learning atmosphere, free from worldliness, drugs, cursing and the like, complimenting the Christian home - not opposing it I Cor. 14:40; I John 2:15; Deut. 6:6-7
6. To instill a love for the Lord, His church, love and respect for parents and patriotism for America Deut. 6:5; Eph. 4:11-12; Eph. 6:1-2; I Tim. 2:1-2
7. To instill within the student Biblical convictions for successful Christian living Ps. 34:11-14; Heb. 12:6-9; Pro. 22:6; 6:23; I Tim 4:12; Rom. 7:8-15; Ps. 119:66; 33-35; II Tim. 3:16
8. To stress the importance of building Christian character as evidenced in morality and integrity Titus 2:12-13; Titus 3:14; II Pet. 1:5; Pro. 1:5; 3:13
Sheets Memorial Christian School is a ministry of Sheets Memorial Baptist Church. As a ministry of the church we hold to the same statement of faith. A summary of that statement is listed below:
1. We believe in the Bible as the verbally and plenary inspired Word of God, without error. Deut. 4:2, II Tim. 3:16
2. We believe in the Godhead existing in three Persons: Father, Son, Holy Spirit, equal in all respects. Mt. 28:19, Heb. 9:14
3. We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, that He was manifested in the flesh, that He died for the sins of the world, was buried and arose bodily the third day from the grave, and ascended to Heaven. We look forward to His imminent return. Matt. 1:18-25, Heb 9:14-15, 28
4. We believe the Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity. Matt.28:19, John 14:16-17, 26
5. We believe man was created (not evolved) in God's image (Gen.1:2), sinned (Rom. 3:23), is totally depraved (Rom. 3:10-18, 23), and needs salvation (Rom. 5:12, 6:23).
6. We believe salvation is by grace through faith in Christ without human merit, involving repentance toward God and faith in Jesus Christ. The believer is eternally kept and secure in Christ. Eph. 2:8-9, John 3:16
7. We believe the local church is composed only of believers, baptized by immersion, organized, observing the two ordinances seeking to carry out the Great Commission. Rom 6:3-5, I Cor. 11:23-26, Matt. 28:18-20
8. We believe Satan is a person, the arch-enemy of God and God's people. Job 1:6-7, I Peter 5:8, Rev. 20:1-10
9. We believe in the imminent return of Christ. The saved will be forever with the Lord, the lost will be confined for eternity in the lake of fire. Acts 1:11, Rev. 19:11-16, Rev. 20,21
Sheets Memorial Baptist Church, our sponsoring church, must maintain a reputation above reproach in the community. There are those who would tear down our church and school and thus defame the Name of Christ. Before you enter Sheets Memorial Christian School you must understand that our testimony is of utmost importance. You may have to set aside some of your preferences for the good of the church and school. Please be sure to read this handbook thoroughly. By enrolling, you are committed to upholding the standards set forth in the handbook.
All parents are welcome to visit the school. Please come by the office first to sign in. DO NOT GO DIRECTLY TO THE CLASSROOM. If you wish to talk to your child's teacher, please arrange for a private conference. Do not meet the teacher before or after school, or detain the teacher from his or her responsibilities. Teachers are happy to arrange for conferences with parents. Please schedule this through the office. Thank you for being considerate of your child's teacher. Parents who wish to eat lunch with their child should send a note to the teacher by the morning of the visit, or call the school office by 9:30 am, so that the cafeteria may plan accordingly. Please stop by the office to pay and to obtain a visitor pass, which is to be worn during the visit. Perspective students may visit the school upon pre-arrangement. Any other visits by students' friends or relatives must be approved at least 24 hours in advance by the Administrator or Dean of Students. Students may visit once a year.
Because we endeavor to operate our school efficiently, we must have hours of operation that differ for the various areas. Please note these hours. We realize that most of our parents work and perhaps there are times when you will need us at hours other than the regular ones. If such an occasion arises, please give us a call. Preschool [Infants – 4 year olds] 6:30am – 6:00 pm Kindergarten [5 year old class- referred to as K5] 8:10 am - 12:00 noon Elementary [1st grade – 5th grade] 8:10 am - 2:30 pm Middle School [6th grade – 8th grade] 8:10 am - 2:35 pm High School [9th grade – 12th grade] 8:10 am – 2:35 pm Before School Care [K5 – 5th grade] 6:30 am - 8:00 am After school Care [Elementary & Middle School] 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm After school study hall begins at 2:45 pm. for High School
All students, regardless of grade, who come on the school grounds before 8:00 am or who remain after 2:45 pm, will automatically be expected to go to daycare or study hall. This is for a purpose! We are living in dangerous days and all kinds of people roam our streets. We feel a personal responsibility for your child, our student; therefore, we do not want any unnecessary danger to be put in his or her way. Students who stay in daycare or study hall, before or after school are charged a daily rate. Late pick up fee for students in after school care, who are not picked up by 6:00 pm is $1 per minute for the first 15 minutes, $5 per minute will apply thereafter. If late pick up occurs on a regular basis, we reserve the right to not allow your child to stay in after school care.
Students who leave class early must have a note from the office indicating the time for dismissal. If you plan for your child to leave early, please send a note to the teacher. Your child will be dismissed at the proper time and will be waiting at the office for you. A student is counted absent for the day if he leaves before 11:15 am or arrives after 11:15 am. [10:15 for Kindergarten]. Middle & high school students must be present at least 25 minutes in a class to be counted present for that class.
OFFICE HOURS SUMMER OFFICE HOURS Monday thru Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday thru Friday - 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
BILLING PROCEDURES: All statements are due the first day of the month. A past due fee of $20.00 will be added after the 10th of the month. If the 10th falls on a weekend, bills are due by 4:00 pm the following Monday. Accounts that are 30 days delinquent will cause the child to be withdrawn from the school. Upon withdrawal, neither records nor information will be released until the account is paid in full. All school bills must be paid in full by 1pm on June 30 in order for your child to be enrolled for the following school year. Return check fee is $25.00. After the second returned check, payments must be made in cash or money order. When enrolling a child after the first day of school, regardless of the month, the full application and registration fees will be charged. Full book fees will also be charged unless the student is transferring from a school using our curriculum and bringing books with them. At that time the Administrator may prorate the book fee.
CLASS DUES [Middle & High School] Class dues are taken by homeroom classes beginning with 6th grade. The purpose of the dues is to help the class get their junior-senior banquet and senior trip fund started. Class dues amounts are set by the students at the beginning of the year in their homeroom. Dues are generally $3 - $5 per month and should be paid to the class treasurer each Thursday. Dues may also be paid for the year in one lump sum. However, if dues are not paid, and the student withdraws, records will be held until the dues are paid. Class dues are non-refundable.
In order to keep our tuition rates as low as possible, each family with children in K5 – 12th grade, is required to participate in this one major fund-raiser per school year. The Jog-a-thon is held in the fall. Packets will be sent home so that families have the option of getting sponsors for their child[ren], or having the required amount applied to the school bill. Families are required to raise $300 per child, or $500 per family if more than one child is enrolled in K5 – 12th grades. For families having children in both the pre-school and upper grades who choose for their pre-schooler to help out, any money raised will be applied to their family requirement. However, even though we highly encourage and appreciate their help, pre-schoolers are not required to participate. ANOTHER WAY TO MEET THE REQUIREMENT is to recommend a new family to the school. If you encourage a family to attend SMCS, be sure to ask them to put your name on the back of their application as the one who recommended our school. If they are accepted, your Jog-a-thon obligation is considered met for the following year.
Proper Dress: SMCS has developed a dress code for its students based on the guidelines established in God's Word for His people. Because people observe the appearance of Christian school students, a testimony must be maintained. The Word is clear that our dress should be modest (1 Timothy 2:9) and not too elaborate (1 Peter 3:3,4) and that we should do everything in our lives for the glory of God (1 Cor. 10:31). In other words, our clothing and the way we wear it should show our desire to please God. School dress is the responsibility of the home. Students are urged to avoid extremes in dress and makeup. Clothing must be in good repair and clean. All students should be properly groomed and attired when on school property or at school activities. They should be dressed so they will not present a danger to health and safety; nor should they be dressed in a manner which interferes with work or creates disorder. Students who will not conform to school dress regulations will be required to withdraw.
ACTIVITY DRESS CODE FOR ALL GRADES: Under certain conditions, students may be allowed to wear bathing suits or shorts. They will be notified ahead of time if this is the case. All shorts must be loose but not "baggy" and come to within three inches of the knee. Girls’ bathing suits must be a modest one-piece bathing suit.
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL BOYS’ STANDARD DRESS CODE:
HAIR: Boys are to be neat and well groomed in appearance. Hair is to be worn above the collar [as measured on a dress shirt], above the eyebrows, and trimmed above the ear. This means it should not be touching the ear at all. Side burns are not to be worn below the lobe of the ear. Boys must be clean shaven at ALL times [mustaches will be allowed.] No rock or fad styles will be allowed. Hair must remain its natural color. Violation notices will be sent home to the parents for signatures. All corrections to these violations will need to be done within 48 hours or suspension will take place until it is corrected. PANTS: Boys are to wear long dress pants or khaki style, cotton twill, or corduroy hemmed pants with a belt. These pants must remain in good condition and repair with no holes or tears. No baggy pants will be allowed. Jeans [not baggy or low pocket style, no holes or tears] may be worn to ballgames. No camouflage clothing, wind suits, or sweat suits of any kind will be allowed. SHIRTS: Shirts must have a collar or buttons. Boys’ button-up shirts must be buttoned with only the top button open. ALL SHIRTS must by tucked in pants at all times while on school premises. Sweatshirts or sweaters without writing may be worn over a collared or buttoned shirt. Shirts may not have slogans or pictures with the exception of a 3 x 3 logo. A t-shirt worn underneath outerwear should not have writing on it. FOOTWEAR: Shoes and socks must be worn to school. Gym and tennis shoes must be clean and in good condition. Flip-flops or sandals are not acceptable footwear. JEWELRY & OTHER: Boys are not to wear necklaces at school or school functions. Earrings or jewelry may not be worn at any time. [Exception: Seniors may wear senior keys.] One ring may be worn. Tattoos, earring holes, body piercing, or body art will not be allowed. TIES: Boys may be required to wear ties on certain occasions, such as chapel programs, PTF programs, field trips, and the school day of ball games in which they participate.****The above STANDARD dress code is to be observed during all school times and school activities. STANDARD dress code must be maintained at all athletic banquets, PTFs orientations, recitals and any other function other than athletic games. The jean policy may be followed for athletic games only. All other times, STANDARD dress code must be adhered. ****Please remember that this dress code must be observed on orientation night.
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ STANDARD DRESS CODE:
SKIRTS: Skirts and dresses are to reach at least the top of the kneecap [including slits.] Sundresses will not be allowed. Spilt skirts may be worn but they must appear to be a skirt & be tee length [this means it comes down to at least half of the calf of the leg.] Skirts must be loose fitting and not clinging to your body. PANTS: Girls will be allowed to wear loose fitting, khaki style, cotton twill, or corduroy dress pants. [No jeans, hip huggers, low riders, wind suits, overalls, gauchos, capris, spandex or sweat suits, etc.] Loose fitting jeans may be worn to ballgames. Baggie, low pocket style, hip huggers or low riders will not be permitted. BLOUSES, SHIRTS, SWEATERS, and DRESSES: Such articles of clothing are to be loose fitting with at least a cap sleeve and modest in appearance. The stomach and back are to be covered AT ALL TIMES. Necklines are to be modest in appearance. If a camisole is worn underneath shirt, it cannot be seen. No scoop necks of any kind will be allowed. V-necks may be worn but a standard crew neck style t-shirt will have to be under the v-neck. No scoop neck or cami will be allowed underneath a v-neck. All other shirts must be a standard round t-shirt style neck or a polo style or collared style shirt with buttons. Only the top two buttons of this shirt will be allowed to be unbuttoned. If the standard shirt is not tucked in then you must wear a shirt underneath. It will need to be tucked in so that no back or stomach will show. All shirts, sweaters and dresses will be loose fitting. Shirts may not have slogans or pictures with the exception of a 3 x 3 logo. No shrugs or cropped jackets will be allowed. All sweaters, jean jackets or any other jacket must be waistline standard length. FOOTWEAR: Shoes must be worn at all times for safety reasons. No flip-flops or sandals with any kind of strap that goes through any of the toes will be allowed. Leather style slide-ins will be allowed. OTHER: No tattoos, body piercing or body art will be allowed. Only two earrings per ear are allowed. ****The above STANDARD dress code is to be observed during all school times and school activities. STANDARD dress code must be maintained at all athletic banquets, PTFs, orientations, recitals and any other function other than athletic games. The jean policy may only be followed for athletic games only. All other times, STANDARD dress code must be adhered. ***Please remember that this dress code must be observed on orientation night.
The school will be as careful as possible with found items, but please do not expect us to be responsible for students' possessions. Please LABEL all normally removable clothing and all other items that can be easily lost. Please refrain from sending expensive items such as electronic games, etc. The school will not be responsible for lost or stolen property. A lost and found box will be kept at the school. Lost items will be disposed of once a month during the school year.
It would be impossible to make rules to govern every type of infraction. Good behavior must come from the heart in love and obedience to Jesus Christ and should not be mere conformity to man-made regulations. Proper attitude is a measure of a person's spiritual life. Listed below are some general items of conduct.
1. Respect for authority is required at all times; Example: Adults should not be answered with "yeah."
2. Use of proper speech or communication in any form: Any type of vulgarity, foul language, slander, or slang will not be tolerated. Boisterous action and talk is out of order. Col. 3:8- "But now ye also put off all these: anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy communication out of your mouth."
3. Destruction of property that belongs to the school, fellow students or staff will never be tolerated.
4. The public display of affection between couples on campus or at any school sponsored event is not permitted.
5. Honesty is expected. Stealing, cheating and lying will be dealt with severely.
6. Proper dress should be maintained at all times.
7. Chewing gum is not permitted on school grounds, in buildings or buses.
8. Students are to abstain from use of tobacco, alcohol, narcotics, and other drugs. These can be both physically and spiritually harmful.
9. Certain kinds of music can be dishonoring to our Lord. Therefore, we ask our students to not listen to music that uses the Lord's Name in vain, is anti-Christian, or that encourages a worldly lifestyle. Some musical groups and soloist are openly anti-God. We should never support them in any way [by buying records, attending concerts, etc].
10. Certain kinds of dancing involve a relationship between the sexes that is contrary to biblical standards of purity. Most dancing tends to be sexually oriented or to involve close physical contact and is therefore not compatible with a Christian life-style.
11. Any student caught cheating will automatically receive a zero.
12. Any others considered necessary by the school will be enforced.
"For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God." -Col. 1:9, 10
DISCIPLINE CODE The student must at all times conduct himself in a manner becoming a Christian. Philippians 2:14 says, "Do all things without murmuring and disputing." If your child does comes home complaining about a policy or discipline, please follow this procedure.
1. Use this as a great teaching experience for your child as he observes your calmness and Christian attitude in how you respond. "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven." Matt.5:16
2. Give the staff the benefit of the doubt.
3. Realize that your child's reporting may be emotionally biased and may not include all the facts.
4. Realize that the school has reasons for the rules and we seek to enforce them without partiality.
5. Support the administration and if necessary call the teacher for all the facts.
6. Never talk with the teachers before or after church services about problems. Make an appointment. Let the services be a time of spiritual refreshing for teachers.
7. If you are not satisfied after talking with the teacher, request a meeting with the administrator. Matt. 18:15- "If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother." This is not a corrective institution: consequently, we ask that a child not be enrolled with the idea that we will reform him. We are here to work with the home, but not to take the place of parents who have experienced difficulty in fulfilling their roles. We cannot change the school to fit children who refuse to respond favorably to the school. The school reserves the right to dismiss any student for inappropriate conduct during school hours and also those hours spent away from school. The testimony of the school is of utmost importance.
When a child's attitude continues to be contrary to school policies, the parents will be called in for a conference. If we are to have a good school, we must hold the line on attitudes. Disrespect to adults, rebellion, etc. cannot be tolerated. Open criticism of teachers, staff, policies, etc. will not be tolerated. If a student questions a teacher's actions he should personally, politely, and privately make arrangements to talk with the teacher. "Wise-cracks" will be looked down upon.
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL ONLY: DETENTION: This will be used when a student's violation demands a more severe punishment than verbal warning. A $5 fee will be charged. Parents will be given one-day notice of the detention. A student must have his/her money and detention slip with parent signature to serve or the detention will be doubled.
In school suspension [ISS] needs to be considered an extremely serious situation. If an ISS is given, the student will report to the Administrator’s office first thing in the morning. All of the student's regular work for the day will be done then, plus a three-page paper, with three Bible references as assigned by the Administrator. The research paper must be typed. It is to be read and graded by the parents and returned to the Administrator within three days. For each additional day in ISS, two pages plus two Bible references will be added. The student will not be allowed to participate nor attend any school function on the days of his ISS [i.e. ball game]. The student will receive an excused absence for any day[s] served in ISS.
Out of school suspension [OSS] needs to be considered an extremely serious situation. OSS automatically puts the student on social probation for the rest of the year. All graded work for that day will receive an automatic zero. All notes and information missed during OSS is the responsibility of the student. For OSS the parent is asked to pick the student’s work up at the office at a pre-arranged time. All of the student's regular work plus a five-page paper, with five Bible references, must be completed. The regular work is to be turned in on the day the student returns. The assigned paper is to be typed. It is to be read and graded by the parents. It is due the day the student returns to school. Two pages plus two Bible references will be added for each additional day in OSS. The student will not be allowed to participate in or attend any school function on the day of his OSS [i.e. ball game, etc.].
Expulsion is used as a last resort. Once a student has been expelled, he is asked to remain in the presence of the Administrator until escorted off the property by his parents. He will not be allowed to visit or attend any school function for the remainder of the school year.
Social probation is given when the student has repeated offenses in some area and the school questions whether or not the student will be able to abide by school regulations. Once a student is put on probation, if the student breaks any rules, the parents may be asked to remove him from SMCS.
A student who is placed on Academic Probation must have at least a "C" overall average at the end of each grading period for as long as they are on Academic Probation. The failure to maintain the "C" average may cause the student to be asked to leave Sheets Memorial Christian School.
VIOLATION ACTION Unexcused tardy..................................................... 3 in a 9-week period = detention Dress code violation............................................... Parents are called to fix the problem. Unexcused absence............................................... Cannot make up work missed Three Unexcused absences.................................. OSS Chewing gum ............ Pay a fine Eating outside designated area............................ Cleaning gym Destruction of property........................................... Pay for repairs plus Cheating .......................................................... Zero on assignment and ISS Public display of affection...................................... Detention No hall pass .......................................................... Detention Disrespect .......................................................... ISS Willful direct disobedience..................................... OSS Skipping class...................................................................... OSS Profanity .......................................................... OSS Fighting ....................................................................... OSS Slander ....................................................................... OSS On internet in classroom w/out teacher present OSS Bringing inappropriate material to school............ OSS (Need to consider teen magazines and car / motorcycle magazines) Pornography on internet......................................... Expulsion Indecent exposure................................................... Expulsion Stealing ....................................................................... Expulsion Possession or use of tobacco............................... Expulsion Drugs .......................................................... Expulsion Possession or use of alcohol................................ Expulsion Any student attending a party where alcohol or drugs are available is subject to....................... Expulsion Sexual Immorality…………………………………………...Expulsion
1. ATTENDANCE at a Christian school is both a privilege and an obligation. In order for your child to gain the most from school, he/she must be regular in attendance. Attendance is required at all daily sessions and certain designated programs. Excuses are given for sickness and for emergencies. Occasionally, an absence may be excused for other reasons. HOWEVER, THESE MUST BE CLEARED IN ADVANCE WITH THE ADMINISTRATION. 2. ABSENCES from school must be excused by a written note from home. These are necessary before a student returns to the classroom. Any excuse not for sickness or emergency will be an unexcused absence, unless advance approval is given - prepare ahead of time. An unexcused absence will result in the student's not receiving credit or having the privilege of making up work missed. If a student is absent 20 days or more per year, the student will be retained in the same grade the next year. A student will be counted absent if he misses 50% of a class period. 3. TARDINESS is a serious matter. We should train our children to be on time. Any work missed for unexcused tardies will result in a zero for the work [unexcused means not prearranged or not real emergencies]. Three tardies result in an absence. 4. SPECIAL NOTE: Any planned absence from a field trip, the Christmas program, or any other special event must be excused at least one day in advance. 5. P.E. PROGRAM: Everyone will participate in the physical education program unless excused by a note from home. Repeated excuses will have to be confirmed by a doctor. 6. ILLNESS: Please call the school office if your child is ill and will be out of school more than two days. In this way, his teacher may prepare work for him to do at home so that he will not get behind the rest of the class. 7. MAKE-UP WORK: It is the responsibility of the student to acquire and complete all work to be made up for each excused absence. The student will be given two days for each day absent. 8. FINAL EXAMS: [HIGH SCHOOL] Any high school student with an A average may be exempt from the final exam for that class. Any student with a B average and 3 or less absences from a class for the entire year may be exempt from the final exam.
To insure good health and to prevent the spread of disease, the child should be kept at home when he shows any of the following symptoms: Sore throat, earache, or chills Vomiting, diarrhea, or nausea in the last 24 hours Enlarged glands Skin rash or sores Fever in the last 24 hours Pink eye [must be on prescription drops for 24 hours before returning]
Prescribed medicine must be in its original container bearing the pharmacist's label which lists the child's name, dosage and the name of the medicine, dated and signed by the prescribing physician.
Patent medicines, such as cough syrup or aspirin, shall be administered as authorized in writing by the child's parent not to exceed amounts and frequency of dosage specified in printed instructions accompanying the medicine. The parent's authorization must give the child's name, name of the medicine, dosage, instructions, parent's signature and the date signed.
Report cards are a necessary part of your child's education. We believe in a fair grading system and we have worked hard to develop one that accurately reports your child's progress in relation to our standards.
A 93-100 Excellent B 85-92 Above Average C 77-84 Average D 70-76 Below Average F 69-Below Failing
We encourage our parents to call for a conference anytime you have a question about your child's grades. A progress report will be sent out midway through the grading period. This will provide an indication of the student's progress. If you note a weakness in any area, please contact the teacher immediately. Please note on the progress report if a conference is requested by the teacher. If so, please contact the office to schedule a conference as soon as possible. Any middle school student failing language or math must retake it during the summer before progressing to the next grade.
DEFINITION OF FRESHMAN/ SOPHOMORE/ JUNIOR/ SENIOR Freshman = fewer than 5 credits Sophomore= 6-12 credits Junior= 13-18 credits Senior=19 credits & above
All students in grades 6 - 12 must be registered into seven class periods during the academic year. No student may leave school early to go to work at a job.{Back to the top}LUNCH [Middle & High School]All students must remain in the cafeteria or in the picnic area until the lunch warning bell rings. No food or drinks may be in halls, classrooms, or bathrooms.
Seniors may leave campus for lunch. They must return on time or they may lose this privilege. No couples may go to lunch alone. Visitors will not be allowed to accompany seniors to or from lunch. There is to be no loitering in the car after lunch.
Field trips will be taken occasionally throughout the school year. In the event that we need helpers to chaperon or drive for a field trip, we will be calling on parents. Your help in this will be of great benefit to the class and will even be enjoyable for you. All field trips are required. Retreats are required for Middle and High School students. You have given permission for trips on the enrollment form you signed.
PARENT TEACHER FELLOWSHIP is commonly referred to as PTF. Please watch for the dates of the meeting in the Announcer. Be sure to check your bill each month for the ANNOUNCER, or on the website, www.sheetsmemorial.org, for the latest information.
Students may drive to school when they get their license. However, students must have their parent’s written permission and school permission. Students must understand that driving to school is a privilege and not a right. Below are some rules that apply to student drivers. 1. As soon as a student arrives at school, the car is to be parked in the student's designated space with all students leaving the car immediately. All cars are to be locked and not to be used during the school day except by permission from the Administration. 2. Extreme caution must be observed around the school. You must enter and leave in an orderly, cautious manner. Reckless driving will not be tolerated. You may lose your privilege over this quicker than any other violation. 3. No student will be allowed to transport other students to and from school except by permission agreed upon in advance by parents. 4. No couples are allowed in cars together 5. No student is ever permitted to drive another student's car. 6. There will be no loitering in cars after school or during lunch. 7. Students with 3 unexcused tardies in a 4 week period will lose their driving privilege for one week. Subsequent tardies could result in longer loss of driving privilege.
WITHDRAWALS from K5 – 12th Grade Withdrawals from school must go through the school office. Parents need to complete withdrawal papers in order for records to be sent to the receiving school. Students transferring to another school and having attended one or more days of any month will have that month's tuition prorated. No records will be forwarded unless the school account is paid in full. Middle & High School: Class dues must be paid through the time of withdrawal and are non-refundable.
All parties and social events must be approved in advance by the teacher. All parties are to be kept simple, not elaborate, and not excessively distract from the classroom learning situation.
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