Cheating/Malpractice/Dishonesty

Cheating is considered a serious violation of the process of education. It includes, but is not limited to, willful giving or receiving
of an unauthorized, unfair, dishonest, or unscrupulous advantage over other students in schoolwork or activities. It is not acceptable
to practice plagiarism, which is the representation of another’s ideas or work as one’s own (original sources should always be cited);
collusion, which is supporting the cheating/malpractice of another; duplication of work, which is presenting the same work for
different assignments without prior permission from an instructor; or any other behavior that could create such an unfair advantage.

Some specific examples of cheating/malpractice are unauthorized copying of assignments (including computer documents and files);
stealing another student’s homework and turning it in as one’s own; plagiarism; submitting pre-written work for a set classroom
exercises or tests; using unauthorized study aides, notes, books, data, or other information; selling or buying or sharing papers without
authorization; altering an assignment or test after it has been graded; stealing tests or other materials, or passing such material stolen
by others; talking or signaling to another student during a test or quiz; looking at another student’s answers during a test or quiz, or
permitting another student to look at one’s own test or quiz; possessing or using “crib” or cheat sheets; leaving books open on the
floor to view during a test or quiz; using unauthorized calculators, palm computers, or other electronic devices to obtain answers during tests or quizzes; passing test information on to students in other classes; computer fraud; sabotaging projects or experiments
of other students. Of course, this list of examples is not all inclusive. Furthermore, intending to cheat is considered the same as
cheating. Because different subjects and assignments may differ in their regard to cheating/malpractice in some ways, students should
be sure to ask their relevant teacher for guidance if requirements are not clear.

Consequences: For the first cheating offense, the minimum consequence the student will receive is a grade reduction (possibly a
zero) for the activity, a parent contact by the teacher, and a referral of the incident to the appropriate administrator. For a second
offense, at the minimum, the student will be placed in ISS for no less than three days. If a third offense occurs, at the minimum, the
student will receive five days ISS or perhaps be placed in the ALC for unruly behavior. Flagrant acts of cheating, such as falsifying
or changing a teacher’s records, will result in greater consequences than the minimum. 

It is our expectation that all Page High School students will attend school every day when school is in session. We appreciate the support
of parents in reaching that goal. Regular, uninterrupted attendance is an essential ingredient in the learning process. The state of
Tennessee requires each school to maintain an average daily attendance (AYP) rate of 95%.

Excused Absences
Parents are to send a note/email (gabrielle.livingstone@wcs.edu) or a medical excuse to school within 48 hours following the
absence. If parents only make contact by phone, the absences will be considered unexcused; when a student’s absences exceed 8
days, a doctor’s note will be required to excuse any additional absence. Refer to WCS Board Policy 6.200 for what is defined as an excused absence. 

When a student has a total of 8 absences, all additional absences will be considered unexcused unless a doctor’s note is presented within 48 hours of the absence. Truancy Interventions will occur with a tiered approach according to state guidelines.

Early Dismissal

Any student requesting an early dismissal must present a note signed by his parent/guardian in the Main Office or emailed to Ms. Livinstone by 7:50. All notes should contain the date, specific reason for leaving, the parent/guardian’s signature, and the parent/guardian’s daytime phone number. The parent/guardian will be contacted to verify the note prior to student release and students will be given a pass for dismissal to the office at the appropriate time. In an effort to preserve instruction time and minimize classroom disruption, students will remain in class until the next class change if a note is not provided in advance (except in emergency situations). Students feeling ill must go to the clinic to see the nurse in order to be cleared for early dismissal. Students leaving without following the procedures of an early dismissal will be considered skipping and will face disciplinary action.

Early Dismissal and Return on the Same Day

Students must follow the same procedures listed above and sign back in at the Main Office upon returning to the building and receive a pass to return to class.

Athletic or Extra-Curricular Activities

Students who are ill and unable to attend school on the day of an athletic or extracurricular activity will not be permitted to participate on that date. Students involved in extracurricular and athletic activities are expected to arrive at school on time and remain at school for the entire day. Any exceptions to this policy must be approved by an administrator.

Field Trips

A field trip will not count as an absence, but students will be responsible for making up all the work. The field trip sponsor will send a
list of all students attending the field trip to the attendance secretary one week prior to departure. Only required field trips will be
allowed after April 1.

Clinic

A student should report to class before requesting a pass to the clinic, guidance, or Main Office. The absence will be considered
unexcused for that class period and others that are missed if this procedure is not followed. An assessment will be made by the
nurse. Students who drive will be allowed to drive home if their condition and the parent/guardian allow. Students are not allowed to
call parents and leave school without following the listed procedures. Failure to follow the rules will result in disciplinary action.

Late Arrival to School/Class

• All doors other than the door into the Main Office will be locked at the beginning of the school day (7:50). Any student who arrives late for school will enter through the Main Office. Students should not open any outside doors to anyone.
• If a student arrives at school after the beginning bell has rung, a tardy pass will be issued by the Main Office. Tardy is excused only if
  • The student was ill (must have a note from parents)
  • The student had an appointment (must have a note from a doctor)
• All other tardies are unexcused and will be assigned detention (see below).
• If a student arrives for class after the tardy bell has rung, a detention will be assigned (see below). If a student is more than
  10 minutes late, he/she must have a note from a teacher or the Main Office. If a note is not presented, the teacher will refer
  the student to the office for skipping.

Tardy Detention Policy

• Detention is served after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays (3:05-4:05).
• Students earn a detention for every tardy after one (1) warning per semester.
• Students serving detentions must report on time. Students who are tardy to detention will not be admitted. Students must bring textbooks and/or schoolwork or assignments will be given.
• If students refuse to study or follow the detention supervisor’s instruction, they will be sent home without credit for
  detention and referred for administrative action.
• No sleeping, talking, or food is allowed in the detention sessions or Friday School.
• Only medical emergencies will be considered as excused reasons for missing detention. Students will need to bring a note
  from their physician by 7:50AM on the first scheduled day of school after the missed detention. Students cannot use
  work or athletic practices as an excuse to miss detention.
• If a student misses detention, he/she is subject to Friday School (every Friday 3:05-5:05).
• If a student is absent from school on their assigned detention date, the detention must be served the next scheduled
  detention day.

Unexcused Absences
Accumulating absences after truancy intervention has occurred may result in juvenile court involvement.

Cell Phones, I-Pods, MP3 Players

These devices may be used in non-instructional locations. If used during instructional time, the device will be collected by the teacher and, if egregious, submitted to the grade level administrator. Student refusal to hand over the device could result in suspension.
Devices will be returned to the student at the end of the instructional period (from teacher) or day (from administrator).
Continued and/or serious violations could result in long-term device suspension.
The use of any electronic device during testing will result in disciplinary action.

In order to access learning resources seamlessly in the classroom, it is expected that students bring their fully charged WCS chromebook to school each day.  If students experience any issues with their chromebook, they may turn in a Help Desk ticket (a link can be found on their Classlink Dashboard) or stop by the library for help with troubleshooting.  If the chromebook is found to have been damaged and/or in need of replacement, the following costs will be incurred:

• Lost/not returned - $200
• Multi-part Chromebook repair - $100
• Lost power cord with AC adapter - $40
• Broken screen - $75
• Broken hinge - $25
• Keyboard - $20

State law now specifically prohibits students from possessing or using tobacco products (including smokeless tobacco) on school grounds. Students in violation are to be cited to juvenile court with fines ranging from $10.00 to $100.00 per offense and community
service as the minimum penalty. In addition, such students may be subject to some form of suspension. Repeat offenders will receive
extended suspensions and/or referral to the Alternative Learning Center. Possession of tobacco in student vehicles on campus may
cause students to lose parking privileges. This includes E-Cigs and Vapor Devices. Devices will be confiscated and destroyed. 

For transfer students, the cumulative GPA on the transcript for transferred work will be used without any recalculation other than
conversion to a 4-point scale, except that honors and Advanced Placement courses will be recalculated to match the Williamson
County Schools’ scale.

Semester final exams are not required for those high school seniors who have maintained a 91 average, have NO unexcused absences (excluding college visitation days approved in advance by the Principal) during the semester and have not been suspended during the semester.

The Averaging Policy for certain courses allows students to gain full credit even though they failed the first semester. This is
possible only if the average of both semester grades is 70 or better. However, credit will not be given when the second semester grade is a failing grade. Summer school courses are not part of this policy. This policy applies only to courses in which a student
must master first semester skills and concepts in order to be successful in second semester: Math, World Languages, Chemistry and
Physics. If a student is successful under this policy, the Report Card/Transcript credits are only changed to reflect the fact. The earned credit for the second semester of the course is changed manually from .5 to 1.0. Grades remain on record as earned.

Testing for credit is possible for students who have completed work or a course equivalent to a high school level course (except U.S.
History). Students must score 70 or better on the examination in order to receive credit towards graduation. The course name and a
course grade of “Pass” with no grade point (G.P.A.) value will be entered on the transcript with the notation Credit by Exam.
Home-schooled students entering Page High must pass the County Common Comprehensive Assessments for those courses completed at home in order to receive credit for those courses at PHS. Grading and transcript notation will follow the procedures of
testing for credit.

Credit Recovery is a program that allows students to recover credits (Max: 6 Credits) required for graduation. Students must contact
their school counselor. A grade of 50 for the class failed is required to qualify for Credit Recovery. A fee of $50.00 per semester class is required. Credit Recovery is not an option for Algebra I; a remediation program is required to fulfill the credit requirement.
Credit Recovery must be completed in the building during study hall, PrimeTime, after school, and/or summer break.
The transcript is a historical document showing all courses taken in high school. Letters, not numbers, are used in reporting grades on the official transcript. All grades, passing and failing, are permanently recorded on the transcript. When a course is failed and then
repeated during the regular school year, the new grade does not replace the failed grade. The course and new grade are added to
the transcript and averaged into the cumulative GPA.

Percentage Points for Advanced Coursework

1. Students enrolled in honors courses will get 3 percentage points added to their grade each semester.
2. Students enrolled in local and statewide dual credit courses will receive 4 additional percentage points added to each
   semester grade. The state requires statewide dual credit students to take the challenge exam, and students must take the
   final required for local dual credit courses.
3. Students enrolled in industry certification courses may earn 4 additional percentage points added to each semester grade.
   For the first semester, the teacher will add the 4 points. For the second semester, students must sit for the appropriate exam
   in order to earn the 4 additional percentage points.
4. Students enrolled in AP and IB courses may earn an additional 5 percentage points added to each semester's grade if they sit
   for the AP or IB exam. For the first semester of an AP or IB class, the teacher will add 5 percentage points to the grade.
   For the second semester, the student must sit for the exam in order to earn the additional 5 percentage points.
5. Dual enrollment courses are assessed on a pass/fail basis.

Quality Points

1. One-half quality point shall be added to the numerical point value of the letter grade received for students in an honors
   course or an industry certification course.
2. Three-fourths of quality points shall be added to the numerical point value of the letter grade received for students in a statewide
   or local dual credit course.
3. One full quality point shall be added to the numerical point value of the letter grade received for students in AP or IB
   courses.

College courses taken for college credit, even when taken for dual high school/college credit, are recorded as pass or fail with no grade point (GPA) value.

The WCS grading system for grades 9-12 is as follows:
Grade Grade Range
A 91 – 100
B 81 – 90
C 72 – 80
D 70 – 71
F Below 70
I Incomplete
P/F Pass/Fail

The calculation of the GPA is determined by dividing the sum of the quality points, including accelerated quality points, by the
total courses attempted. Credit given to all courses taken in high school is counted. Grade point averages (GPA) are calculated on the
following the graduated 4-point scale with an additional grade point weighting of 0.5 for Honors courses and 1.0 for Advanced Placement
(A.P.).

Letter     Grade     Numeric Value    Regular     Honors /AP
A             91-100     4                           4.5             5.0
B             81-90       3                           3.5             4.0
C             72-80       2                           2.5             3.0
D             70-71       1                           1.5             2.0
F              0-69         0                           0                0

Each student can be issued a locker. Do not distribute your locker combination. The following rules apply to lockers (combinations
are kept in the Main Office):
• Do not deface or damage any part of your locker.
• Do not switch lockers without administration approval.
• Do not leave food, soda cans, etc., in lockers for extended periods of time.
• The student assigned that locker will be held responsible for all the contents of that locker.
• Students are reminded that lockers are property of the school. Student lockers may be searched if there exists a “reasonable
suspicion” that the locker contains any item is either illegal or inappropriate.
• Keep lockers locked at all times. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items out of the lockers.

The lost and found is in the main office. Students can come to the office before school, in between classes or after school to check to see if their lost item has been turned in.

While we realize that students forget items at home, we encourage parents to allow their students to take responsibility for their own
things. Items that are dropped off in the Main Office will only be delivered during a student’s study hall or lunch. Items such as balloons
and flowers will not be released to students until the end of the day. Due to the nature of our lunch period, we will not accept outside
food (fast food, take-out, delivery services). Classes will not be disrupted unless it is in regards to an early dismissal or is authorized by administration.

No outside food (fast food, take-out etc.) can be delivered for a student.

The primary purpose of Page High School is teaching and learning. For this purpose to be fulfilled, every person—student and staff—must accept the responsibility for contributing to an appropriate teaching and learning climate:

• Students are reminded that these rules are applicable at any time the student is on any school grounds, en route to and from school, during all school activities on or off campus, and at all times the student is under the supervision of school officials.
• It is considered a fundamental understanding by each student and his/her parents that any teacher or school official has not only the right, but also the duty to insist on good behavior. The right of discipline extends to all areas of the school program.
• Respect the worth and dignity of each individual and respect the rights of fellow students.
• Exhibit good behavior and manners, dress appropriately, and use appropriate language.
• Come to school with the attitude that the purpose of being at school is to learn.
• Come to all classes with proper tools (books, pencils, etc.) and with all assignments completed.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all school policies and rules, and be willing to accept the responsibilities that accompany rights and privileges.
• Attend school regularly and be on time for all classes.
• Turn in all assignments by their due date.
• Treat others in a manner that builds them up rather than puts them down.
• Seek to make the school better for everyone by positive contributions.
• Represent the school with pride and quality behavior, both on and off campus.
• Exhibit a sense of pride toward the school and exercise proper use and care of equipment and facilities.

Assemblies

At all assemblies, all Page High School students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the nature of the
program. Full attention is to be given to any speaker or program participant. Unacceptable behavior will result in removal from the
assembly and other disciplinary procedures.

Bus Conduct

Bus riding is a privilege which may be revoked due to misconduct or misbehavior en route to and from school.
Consequences: First violation: written warning to student/parent(s) by driver; Second violation: conference with Principal, parent(s),
student, and Transportation Official; Third violation: suspension from the school bus. Multiple offenses will be treated as second and/or third offenses. These consequences are the MINIMUM. The principal has full authority to discipline students as he/she determines
to be appropriate to protect the safety of students.

Cafeteria

Lunch is a normal period and is subject to the same attendance rules as a classroom. Students have to remain in the building or outside in the appropriately designated areas. Leaving campus for lunch is not allowed. It is considered skipping and will result in ISS. Going to cars must require an administrator’s approval.

Fighting

Students involved in a fight will be suspended and referred to the ALC and are subject to a petition being filed in Juvenile Court. Students are encouraged to seek conflict resolution from school principals, school counselors, the STARS counselor, or teachers in an effort to resolve the problem prior to an outbreak of fighting. In most instances, situations leading to fights can be resolved if pre-fight intervention occurs. Students found to be inciting, setting up, or causing a fight may also be suspended.

Forgery

Falsifying records including, but not limited to a parent's signature, staff signature, misrepresentation on the phone, etc., will be treated as forgery. Any student presenting a forged document or note, or participating in forgery will be subject to disciplinary action.

Honesty

Academic honesty is of paramount importance because it supports the integrity of academic study at our school. The personal integrity of all involved and good practice in teaching, learning, and assessment. Intellectual and creative expression is typically protected by law and must be respected. Legal protection includes, but is not limited to, patent, trademark, and copyright considerations. Through the practice of academic honesty, the PHS community will also help to reduce the illegal out of school activities that may result in legal proceedings.

Insubordination:

Insubordination is a refusal by the student to follow a directive from an authority figure. Failing to identify oneself when requested by any staff member; failing to follow directions or instructions; and/or failure to give up an electronic device to an authority figure is insubordination and will result in disciplinary action.

Prime Time

Prime Time serves as a method to provide students with additional tutoring, ACT preparation, Senior Project, Credit Recovery, and
remediation & quiz/test makeup during the school day. Teachers and/or Administrators assign students to Prime Time as needed.
Attendance is mandatory. Failure to attend assigned Prime Time sessions could result in detention, ISS, and in some cases, an
unruly petition filed with juvenile services.

Public Display of Affection

Affection, such as kissing and prolonged hugging, is intimate, personal and inappropriate for public display. Such a display of affection
may result in a warning, counseling, parental contact or even a referral to an administrator.

Skipping Class

Student safety and security is paramount, and school authorities must know the whereabouts of everyone on campus. Skipping means
that a student is not in the assigned location, and was not given permission by any school authority to be elsewhere. This can include
missing part of a class, all of a class, or multiple classes without the prior approval of parents and/or office staff or of the teacher
whose class is being missed. Arriving more than 10 minutes late to a class without an excused note will be considered skipping.
Lunch, PrimeTime, study hall, pep rallies, and assemblies are class periods. Since skipping is a safety violation, the penalty will
most often be ISS (a restriction of movement around campus) and possible loss of parking privileges. Repeated violators may be
referred to Juvenile Court and the ALC. Seniors are reminded that any form of suspension means a loss of exam exemptions.

Social Media

Students are not allowed to access social networks at any time during the school day for non-academic purposes. This is a violation of the Acceptable Use Agreement and could result in disciplinary action.

Textbooks

Students are responsible for their own textbooks when they are signed out to them and are responsible for returning them at the end of each year. Failure to return books or loss of textbooks will result in paying a fine.

Theft

Stealing in no way will be tolerated. Stealing in any form will result in disciplinary action or even a juvenile court petition. 

Trespassing

Students are not allowed in the school building or on school grounds without staff supervision. Students found entering the building during off-school hours without staff supervision will be charged with trespassing.

Vandalism

No student will intentionally damage or deface any school building, school-owned property, or personal property located at the school.
A police report will be filed and full restitution will be required. Students who commit or are involved in vandalism may be placed
in In-School Suspension, suspended from school, placed in the ALC, and/or criminal charges may be filed. This includes, but not
limited to, “pranks”.

Student Drivers:

Students are reminded that driving to school is a privilege, not a right. Parking may be revoked at any time for failure to comply with school rules or parking guidelines set forth by Page High School. Students must remain in good standing in their academics, attendance, and punctuality to keep their parking permit.

• Academics – must pass all classes or be actively working on credit recovery, and be up-to-date on Senior Project
  requirements
• Attendance – may not accumulate more than 5 unexcused absences and may not be remanded to ALC
• Punctuality – may not be late for school more than 5 times

Failure to remain in good standing in any of these 3 categories could result in the loss of a student’s parking permit.
All vehicles are subject to being searched. Students who drive to school must understand that neither the school nor the Board of
Education will be held responsible for the vehicle or its contents. Protect your property and lock your vehicle. Parking on the main
campus is reserved for faculty, staff, visitors, and students with parking permits. Permits and replacement permits cost $11.
All violations are cumulative.

• 10 MPH is the speed limit on campus.
• All license plates need to be kept current.
• Any accident has to be reported immediately.
• Sale or transfer of permits between students is prohibited.
• Parking permits must be attached to the rearview mirror with all information visible from the outside.
• Students may not park in a faculty space or a non-parking area.
• Students are not allowed to leave campus without office approval during school hours.
• Students must leave campus by 3:30 pm unless they have a supervised activity.
• Students are not allowed to go to their cars during school hours. The only exception will be with permission from the main
  office or SRO.

Bus Procedures:

Bus riding is a privilege which may be revoked due to misconduct or misbehavior en route to and from school.

Consequences: First violation: written warning to student/parent(s) by driver; Second violation: conference with Principal, parent(s),
student, and Transportation Official; Third violation: suspension from the school bus. Multiple offenses will be treated as second and/or third offenses. These consequences are the MINIMUM. The principal has full authority to discipline students as he/she determines
to be appropriate to protect the safety of students.

All visitors must check in the main office upon arrival and secure an official visitor’s pass. Friends of students will not be allowed
to visit PHS. No visitors are allowed in the cafeteria without the approval of an administrator.