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CAMPUS WIDE DISCIPLINE PLAN
Maynard Jackson High School
Maynard Jackson High School is committed to developing a campus atmosphere which promotes optimal instruction
and learning for all. This can only be accomplished in a structured environment fortified with order, respect,
responsibility, and accountability throughout the entire school community. In order to facilitate this type of
environment successfully, students must be taught and thus understand the importance of complying with all school
rules and also state and federal laws. Maynard Jackson High School employs a proactive systematic approach to dealing
with student problem behavior. The overall focus of the Campus Wide Discipline Plan is to support and promote
positive behavior by redirecting unacceptable student behavior.
Students, teachers, school administrators, and parents share the responsibility for administering the campus wide
discipline plan, working together on a daily basis and understanding the goals for responsibility and behavior. In order
for discipline to be fair and consistent, there must be an effort to establish student expectations, campus wide rules of
conduct and a set of rules that must be enforced in each class room. This campus wide discipline plan provides specific
goals, behavior expectations, teacher and staff responsibilities, strategies and procedures for handling behavior
infractions, and specific routines to be followed.
DISCIPLINARY ACTION TEAM
The disciplinary action team will be a vital part of the implementation of the campus wide discipline plan. This team will
serve as a resource to each grade level or department in the communication, implementation, monitoring and
evaluation of the campus wide discipline plan. Team members will serve for 2 years with the exception of teachers who
will serve on the team for 1 year. Team members will be selected to serve in May of each school year. The team will
meet on the first Wednesday of the month from 3:30pm – 4:30pm.
Name
Title/Role
Dr. Shirlene Carter
Mr. Donavin Murdock (Chair)
Dr. Phyllis Earls
Principal
Assistant Principal
Information Technology Academy Leader
Ms. Leah Ervin
Fine Arts and Media Communications Academy Leader
Dr. Richard Williams
Engineering Early College Academy Leader
Ms. Sharonda Murrell
Ms. Latanya Farrar
Academy Leader/International Baccalaureate Coordinator
Social Worker
Mr. Vern Brown
School Counselor (Information Technology)
Ms. Lorraine Touchstone
School Counselor (Engineering Early College)
Dr. Tamika Hibbert
School Counselor (Fine Arts and Media Communications)
Mr. Buster Barnett
Information Technology Teacher
Mr. Eric Williams
Information Technology Teacher
Ms. Tara Billingslea (Second Co-Chair)
Information Technology Teacher (Special Education)
Ms. Cherise Ayers
Fine Arts Teacher
Mr. Sean Muhammad
Fine Arts Teacher
Dr. Winsome Morgan
Ms. Kami Tucker
Fine Arts Teacher (Special Education)
Engineering Early College Teacher
Mr. Russell Thomas
Engineering Early College Teacher
Ms. D’Ancey Smith
Engineering Early College Teacher (Special Education)
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DISCIPLINE PHILOSOPHY
Students at MJHS will interact in a safe, secure, and nurturing environment based on RESPECT, HONESTY,
RESPONSIBILITY, FRIENDSHIP, CARING, TRUST and CITIZENSHIP.
DISCIPLINARY GOALS
Each MJHS student will…
1. Be Ready
 Are ready to learn
 Have an attitude of seriousness and purpose
 Are on time for class
 Have necessary materials for class
 Have homework complete
2. Be Respectful
 Respect others’ personal space and property
 Respect the school property
 Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself
 Able to disagree agreeably
 Respect differences
 Show empathy and compassion towards the needs and feelings of others
 Have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others
 Respect that everyone has the opportunity for education
 Do not interfere with the learning opportunities of another student
3. Be Responsible
 Accountable for own actions
 Think before acting
 Responsible citizens
 Understand the benefits of education and take ownership for your own education
 Are an advocate for yourself, your education, and environment
 Follow projects through to completion
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Atlanta Public Schools has established a set of minimum behavioral expectations for students as published in the APS
Student Code of Conduct. These expectations should be widely distributed and students and parents should be wellaware of them.
Students are expected to:
1. Know and follow all district-wide, school, and classroom rules
2. Behave in a responsible manner, always exercising self-discipline
3. Attend school and classes every day that school is in session
4. Arrive at school and classes on time
5. Prepare for each class; take appropriate materials and assignments to class
6. Treat each other and adults with respect
7. Obey all directions and to observe good order and deportment
8. Respectful in manners, and kind and obliging to schoolmates and demonstrate courtesy, even when others do not.
9. Refrain from the use of profane and obscene language
10. Respect the rights and privileges of students, teachers, and other district staff and volunteers
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Respect the property of others, including district property and facilities
Cooperate with and assist the school staff in maintaining safety, order, and discipline
Comply with the Student Code of Conduct
Return all District-owned textbooks and other materials as required
Pay required fees and fines as required by law
Demonstrate effort and academic honesty
Keep the school clean and free from litter and graffiti
Conduct themselves in an orderly manner on the way to and from school and on school buses
Not engage in acts of physical, bullying, physical assault or battery of other persons, verbal assault of other persons,
disrespectful conduct, and other unruly behavior
20. Not engage in committing assaults, including threats of bodily harm and/or sexual assault, of teachers,
administrators, other school personnel, other students or persons at school or attending school-related functions
TEACHING EXPECTATIONS AND RULES
a) How will your school introduce the campus wide expectations and rules to all of your students and staff?
 Hold a school wide meeting on discipline at the beginning of the school year and in the spring for staff
 Hold Discipline Town Hall meetings for parents and students
 Post expectations throughout school
 Post expectations in all classrooms
 Send letters with discipline policy information to each student’s home
 Create videos and take photos of students acting out expectations
 Create standard discipline expectations lessons for advisory
 Give students a quiz on expectations
 Have students sign contracts
b) During the school year, what activities will your school implement to encourage ongoing direct instruction of the
campus wide expectations and rules?
 Create additional videos of students acting out expectations
 Hold gender-based meetings
 Create a mentor/mentee program
 Launch a Peer Leadership Program
 Incorporate discipline into advisement (study groups)
c) How can your school embed the expectations and rules into the daily curriculum?
 Morning announcements
 Have SGA create chants or hold a school wide contest to create chants and post pictures of the winning team
 Create PSAs with students acting out expectations – hold student auditions
 Solicit input from students through a survey/suggestion box
 Incorporate expectations into motivational speaker events
 Highlight behavior expectations and students in newsletter (e.g. 3-R Star)
 Incorporate International Baccalaureate(IB) Student Learner Profile into curriculum
 Give incentives for quiz results/ good behavior; acknowledge good behavior
d) How do you plan to provide feedback on expectations and rules to staff and students in your school?
 Celebrations during Town Hall Meetings
 Student recognition in newsletters
 Student Conferences during Interdisciplinary Team Meetings
 Discipline Updates during Staff Meetings
 Georgia CLASS Keys – Commendations for Staff
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CAMPUS WIDE RULES
The following are a standard set of campus wide rules that must be enforced throughout the school campus by all
teachers, staff and administrators.
Campus Wide Rules:
 Treat everyone with respect. Students will not call each other names or use profanity or vulgar language.
 Students must follow directives the first time given.
 Respect school and personal property.
 Students must be in uniform each day.
 Students must go to class each day on time and must have a pass when out of class.
 Students should not have food or drink in classrooms.
General Campus-wide Procedures
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Students may not be released from class during the first and last 15 minutes of the period.
Teachers are to stand at their doors during all passing periods to monitor and supervise student behavior in the
hallways.
Relevant class work should be sent with a student when they are referred out of the class for behavioral reasons.
Students may not be locked out of any classroom or asked to stand in the hallways without adult supervision.
Students must carry an approved pass at all times when out of class.
Out of class personnel will supervise designated areas of the campus before school, at lunch and after school to
ensure appropriate behavior of all students. (Duty Roster)
Students are allowed to enter the building through the gym lobby at 7:30am.
Upon entering the building at 7:30am, students are to report to either the cafeteria or the gym. Students can report
to the cafeteria for breakfast at 7:50am.
Students are allowed to report to their first period class at 8:10 a.m. Classes start promptly at 8:13am.
Students have three minutes between the exchange of classes.
All students are out of the building by 3:30pm unless they are participating in a club activity, attending Detention,
attending tutorials or enrichment, or a member of a sports team with adult supervision.
During assemblies, students are asked to assemble filling in the front of the auditorium. Administrators and teachers
are always present to supervise. Students should sit in their assigned grade level areas.
All discipline referrals are sent to the academy leader. For Level 1 & Level 2 referrals, teachers are asked to make
contact with parents and arrange a conference prior to writing a referral.
Afterschool procedures (TBD).
CAMPUS WIDE CLASSROOM RULES
The following rules apply to all classrooms within the building.
Classroom Rules:
 Be present and on time.
 Be prepared with materials and assignments.
 Be on task and educationally oriented.
 Be nice / respectful to all.
Classroom Procedures
Classroom school-wide procedures:
 “Fifteen – Fifteen Minute” Rule – The most valuable time for teaching/learning in class is typically the first twenty
minutes of class. All students are encouraged to get to class on time to engage in meaningful instruction. Students
are not permitted to leave class for any reason the first or last fifteen minutes of class.
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No student leaves the class without a hall pass that has been signed by the teacher. Hall passes are color-coded per
SLC.
All classroom teachers have rules and class procedures posted in their classrooms.
TEACHER DEFINED RULES
There should be within each classroom a set of classroom defined rules. These rules provide latitude for teachers to add
the non-negotiable rules tailored to the each individual classroom. The teacher defined rules must adhere to the
following guidelines:
a) Teacher defined rules must be consistent with the APS Student Code of Conduct, campus wide rules and campus
wide classroom rules.
b) Inconsistent situations not allowed. In cases of conflicting rules the APS Student Code of Conduct and campus
wide rules supersede classroom level rules.
c) Each set of classroom rules must be posted in each classroom and should be reviewed bi-weekly with students.
d) Each set of classroom rules should be kept to a minimum in order for them to be memorable for students. The
recommended length is 6 maximum, not including the campus wide classroom rules.
DOCUMENTATION AND REFERRAL
Maynard Jackson has a level system for handling infractions of behavioral expectations. The level system identifies
which interventions are appropriate, how many must be attempted and the parent notification/conference requirement
for each classroom level offense. Bona fide attempts must be made to correct a student’s behavior before the decision is
made to refer the student to administration. The level system provides administrators with consistency and progression
in disciplinary responses and can provide minimum and maximum suggested consequences for offenses. The Student
Code of Conduct was consulted in development of the level system. Outlined below is the level system along with the
instructions for handling such behaviors:
Although there are four formalized levels of disciplinary action in our school’s discipline plan, staff should begin with
informal classroom strategies and techniques that often will decrease the necessity to move on to formal intervention.
Strategies can include, but are not limited to:
 Clearly defining expectations for the classroom, and explicitly educating students regarding work habits and
related skills that will contribute to secondary educational and career opportunities.
 Employing techniques, such as proximity to student, visual and verbal clues that will warn the student that s/he
needs to change his/her behavior, etc.
 Giving discreet, yet clear, verbal warnings and reminders of expected behaviors
 Providing opportunities for students to “work-off” consequences for initial minor misbehavior
 Utilizing other classroom management systems, positive reinforcements, etc.
If informal strategies fail to modify the negative behavior, teachers will then begin with a Level One Intervention as
outlined below and document the types of intervention used. Documentation is necessary to progress to higher levels of
interventions. Although, as a rule, staff should begin with informal strategies and then, if necessary, progressively move
through each level of formal intervention, there are certain behaviors and activities that pose such a level of disruption
to learning, and/or danger to self and/or others that immediate action higher levels of intervention is required by school
and district guidelines. Examples include: violence or threat of violence, harassment/bullying, drug or alcohol use,
weapons, etc.
LEVEL ONE OFFENSES
Level 1 offenses are minor acts of misconduct which interfere with orderly school procedures, school functions,
extracurricular programs, approved transportation, or a student’s own learning process. Teachers must document
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unacceptable behaviors and consequences imposed, trying several strategies/interventions to stop the inappropriate
behavior. A parent contact must be made before an office referral is made for repetitive behavior.
Level 1 Behaviors include:
 Mild Inappropriate Language/Mild Profanity
 Uniform Violation
 Horseplay
 Defiance, disrespect, insubordination, noncompliance
 Public Displays of Affection
 Failing to Do Classwork, Not prepared for Class
 Mild Disruption of classroom
 Cell phone/Electronic Device violation
 No supplies
 Excessive Tardies
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Cutting/Skipping/Out of Assigned Area
Minor Graffiti
Other electronic devices
Verbal Altercation
Lying, cheating
Harassment, teasing, taunting (physical and/or
verbal)
Disruption, excessive talking
Parking Violation
Minor – Bus Offenses
Level 1 behaviors are to be handled by the classroom teacher or staff member witnessing such behaviors in the following
manner:
1. Review classroom and school rules and give warning to student
2. Conference with student
3. Student Journal – Student writes about his/her behavior and identifies possible alternatives
4. Parents notified by phone of problem
5. Detention (before school, lunch, after school, or Saturday when available)
6. Conference with parents to discuss behavior
May be formal or informal. May be in person or via telephone or email. Includes any of the following:
Teacher/Parent, Teacher/Parent/Student, Teacher/Advisor, Teacher/Teacher, Teacher/Academy Leader,
Teacher/Student/Administrator, Teacher/Counselor, Teacher/Administrator/Parent/ Student, or any
combination thereof.
7. Classroom Behavior Contract with Student/Parent:
Contract is written, listing steps to be taken to improve behavior. The statement also describes the support to
be provided by school staff and/or parent/guardian, as well as the date when results of the contract will be
reviewed.
LEVEL TWO OFFENSES
Level 2 offenses are intermediate acts of misconduct that may require administrative intervention. These acts include,
but are not limited to, repeated, but unrelated, acts of minor misconduct and misbehavior directed against persons or
property but which do not seriously endanger health, safety or well-being of others.
Level 2 Behaviors include:
 Repeated Level 1 Behaviors
 Refusing to relinquish cell phones
 Minor – Cheating, Plagiarism
 Using cell phone in class
 Open Defiance
 Vandalism (minor and removable)
 Walking out of class
 Medium Class Disruption (more than 5 minutes)
 Inciting a fight
 Aggressive Profanity
 Profanity to an adult
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Aggressive Behavior
Gambling
Bullying
Pushing/Shoving
Theft - minor
Property Damage less than $50
Technology Violations
Inappropriate physical contact
Repeated – Bus Offenses II
Dress Code – Inappropriate attire for school
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Level 2 behaviors are to be handled by the classroom teacher or staff member witnessing such behaviors in the
following manner:
1. Counsel/ warn
2. Counsel/ notify parents
3. Tutoring (with parents’ consent)
4. Referral to Social Worker, Student Support Team, when deemed appropriate
5. Teacher detention
6. Work detail
7. Parent conference-return to school with administrator or teacher
8. Student contract
9. Teacher team review (Interdisciplinary team)
Level 2 behaviors should be referred to the office at teacher discretion. Teachers will complete an Office Discipline
Referral (hard copy) and send it to the office. Teachers will complete an office referral to accompany the student. For
Level 2 referrals for repeated, habitual and chronic behavior the teacher should submit a written referral that explains
the behavior in detail with documentation of prior interventions. Students able to stay in the classroom may be put in
isolated instruction. The appropriate personnel will call for the student when instruction is least interrupted and an
administrator is available. On the same day the student is sent to the office, the teacher or staff member witnessing the
incident should communicate the details to the parents by phone. If a student commits a Level II offense, the school
administration shall take such action as deemed appropriate in the exercise of its judgment and discretion including, but
not limited to:
 Behavior contract (oral or written)
 Return of property, payment for same or
restitution for damages
 Peer mediation
 Suspension
 In-school suspension
 Suspension from bus
 Work detail
 Behavior plan
 Detention (parental contact required)
 Saturday school (if available)
 Confiscation of unauthorized
materials/objects/contraband
 Community service
LEVEL THREE OFFENSES
Level 3 offenses are serious acts of misconduct that require administrative intervention. These behaviors include, but
are not limited to, repeated misbehaviors of a similar nature, serious disruptions of the school environment, that may
threaten health, safety, or property and other acts of serious misconduct.
Level 3 Behaviors include:
 Repeated Level 1 and II Behaviors
 Fighting
 Gang Activity
 Sexual Harassment
 Sexual Activity/Misconduct, Vulgar/Obscene
Gestures
 Threatening Students and Staff members
 Breaking and Entering (Burglary)/Larceny
 Physical Assault or Battery – Student, Staff
 Alcohol, Drug Paraphernalia
 Theft more than $50
 Repeated Uniform/Dress Code
 Truancy
 Arson (setting items on fire)
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Bomb threat, false alarm
Under the Influence of drugs or alcohol
Use, possession of alcohol
Use, possession of prescription or nonprescription drugs
Use, possession of tobacco
Use, possession of weapons
Major Disruption of classroom or school
Trespassing
Disorderly Conduct
Vandalism – major
Repeated Bullying or Harassment of a
student/staff
Major Cheating, Plagiarism
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Gang Fighting or Group Fighting
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Use, possession of Fireworks
Level 3 behaviors should be referred to the office immediately. Teachers will complete an office referral to accompany
the student. For level 3 referrals for repeated, habitual and chronic behavior the teacher should submit a written
referral that explains the behavior in detail with documentation of prior interventions. The teacher will receive a copy of
the referral form in their mailbox indicating the actions taken by the administrator.
For incidents at this level, parental contact is required. If a student commits a Level 3 offense, the school administration
shall take such action as deemed appropriate in the exercise of its judgment and discretion including, but not limited to:
 Written behavior contract
 Return of property/payment for same or restitution for damages
 In-school suspension
 Suspension from bus
 Suspension from school (1-9 days)
 Expulsion from bus (for bus-related offenses)
 Temporary or permanent removal from participation in extracurricular activity
 Referral to appropriate prevention or treatment program
 Referral to law enforcement
 Level 4 sanctions for repeated offenses
 Loss of senior year privileges including graduation ceremony
 Other school-based consequences as deemed appropriate by administrator.
LEVEL FOUR OFFENSES
Level 4 are the most serious acts of misconduct as this is misconduct that threatens the health, safety, or well-being of
others. These offenses must be immediately reported to the principal or designee. These violations are so serious that
they require notice to outside agencies and/or law enforcement. Such acts may also result in criminal penalties being
imposed.
Level 4 Behaviors
 Sexual Battery
 Aggravated Battery
 Aggravated Sexual Battery
 Aggravated Child Molestation
 Armed Robbery
 Homicide/Murder
 Kidnapping
 Possession of Handgun
 Possession of Rifle/Shotgun
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Possession of a Knife
Rape
Voluntary Manslaughter
Aggravated Sodomy
Arson-1st Degree
Terroristic Threats
Possession of Weapon
Drug Possession Felony/Misdemeanor
These offenses must be immediately reported to the principal or designee. These violations are so serious that they may
require use of outside agencies and/or law enforcement. Such acts may also result in criminal penalties being imposed.
If a student commits a Level IV offense, the school administration shall take such action as deemed appropriate in the
exercise of its judgment and discretion including, but not limited to:
 9 day suspension and mandatory disciplinary hearing
 Referral for placement in the alternative school
 Referral to appropriate agency
 Referral to law enforcement
 Possible expulsion from the school district
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Recommended Classroom Strategies
 Teachers should set up your room to be “student-friendly”. Arrange desks for easy teacher access to all students.
 Instead of sitting at a desk during instruction, teachers should walk and wander around the room monitoring
student performance and behavior.
 During instruction challenging students should not be in the corner or back of the room, but within two to three feet
of the teacher. Proximity and eye contact work wonders for increasing positive student behavior.
 Keep students on task with instructional activities at least 70% or more during academic classes (effective teachers
know that unstructured time and down time cause problems).
 Reward all students who are following procedures in a positive way with praise, note or phone call home, privileges,
field trips; or tangible incentives.
 Teachers should post a schedule in an obvious place and follow it. Students need to know the daily routine.
 Teach students the expectations for each and every activity. Never assume that a student will know what you
expect from them.
 Look for classroom-tested resources to motivate and manage challenging students.
Positive reinforcement
strategies are excellent for boosting good behavior and learning.
 Speak with other staff members who have worked with a challenging student. Find out what interventions have
worked best for them. Collaborate and consider a team meeting with the parent and student.
 Communicate and involve the parent and/or guardian early in the disciplinary process. Use school supports: advisors
(primary support), counselors (use referral form), social worker, SST Chairperson and Team, PBIS team.
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ATTACHMENT A
Roles & Responsibilities
Student Responsibilities
1. Attend school regularly and punctually. Remain on school grounds during school hours.
2. Follow all school and classroom rules, and encourage others to do likewise.
3. Complete all class work and homework assignments in a timely manner, and maintain satisfactory marks.
4. Maintain a positive attitude toward teachers, administrators and other staff members as well as other
students.
5. Comply with all reasonable requests from adult staff members.
6. Resolve conflicts or personal problems in a socially acceptable manner. Utilize the help of counselors, teachers
and other school staff.
7. Bring necessary supplies and materials to classes daily, such as notebooks, paper, pencils, pens, assigned
textbooks and physical education clothing.
8. Conduct oneself in a way that reflects positively on the school, home and family.
Teacher Responsibilities
1. Model expected behavior.
2. Establish clear rules and procedures and instruct students in how to follow them. Make clear to students the
progressive steps which will be taken.
3. Enforce classroom rules promptly, consistently, and equitably from the very first day and throughout the school
year. Consequences should be the same for all students in all periods.
4. Ensure all classroom rules and procedures do not conflict with established school and district rules and procedures.
5. Implement school interventions for students whose behavior detracts from a safe and positive learning
environment.
6. Maintain a brisk instructional pace and make smooth transitions between activities.
7. Monitor classroom activities and give students feedback and reinforcement regarding their behavior.
8. Create opportunities for students to experience success in their learning and social behavior.
10. Hold and communicate high behavioral expectations including respect for self and others.
Administrative Responsibilities
1. Allocate sufficient time at staff development / meetings to allow staff to develop a shared vision for discipline.
2. Monitor implementation of the discipline policy, and take immediate steps to remedy inconsistencies in
implementation among staff.
3. Provide support/training for teachers who do not feel comfortable implementing vision and policies.
4. Identify and implement strategies to support the discipline plan centrally, including:
a. Assemblies, PA announcements, posters, and other media to promote student awareness of discipline
policies.
b. Random checks during Nutrition or Lunch to identify students regarding ID and Dress Code. Pending
availability of funds, additional check during Advisory, where students would be rewarded with raffle ticket
for having ID, following policies.
5. Assist with supervision of reflection sessions during emergencies and periods of extremely high need.
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Attachment B
TARDIES TO SCHOOL
1 Offense
2 Offense
3 Offense
4 Offense
5 & 6 Offense
Warning
Warning
Parent Contact
Detention, Referral to Social Worker or Counselor, & Parent Contact
Referral to Administrator, Parent Contact, 1 day ISS, Refer to Student Attendance Committee
7 & 8 Offense
Referral to Administrator, Parent Contact, Attendance Contract and 1-3 days ISS
9+ Offenses
Referral to Administrator, Parent Contact, & 1-3 days OSS
Notice of Possible Denial of Class Credit
Referral to Administrator, Parent Contact, & 1-3 days OSS
Notice of Possible Denial of Class Credit
Referral to alternative school
12+ Offenses
CLASS CUTTING
1 Offense
2 Offense
3 & 4 Offense
Parent Contact
Detention, Referral to Social Worker or Counselor, & Parent Contact
Referral to Administrator, Parent Contact, 1 day ISS, Refer to Student Attendance Committee
5 & 6 Offense
Referral to Administrator, Parent Contact, Attendance Contract and 1-3 days ISS
7+ Offenses
Referral to Administrator, Parent Contact, & 1-3 days OSS
Notice of Possible Denial of Class Credit
Referral to Administrator, Parent Contact, & 1-3 days OSS
Notice of Possible Denial of Class Credit
Referral to alternative school
10+ Offenses
Failure to comply with the Dress Code guidelines is considered to be an insubordinate act and will be treated as such. Building
administrators have the final decision as to the appropriateness of all clothing and related issues. Following are the procedures for
violations of the Atlanta Public Schools Dress Code
PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE FOR DRESS CODE
Notify student of specific violation and request a change of clothing from the parent. Student may also change into
P.E. clothes, loan clothes, or remove the inappropriate clothing item(s). Student may pick up clothes when loaners
First Offense have been returned. A general letter outlining appropriate uniform dress will be given to the student and parent at
this time. Student will be given two days to comply. School should determine if there is a valid need for financial
assistance that prevents compliance with uniform policy.
Student will be given a written warning and parent will be notified. Student may request a change of clothing from
the parent. Student may also change into P.E. clothes, loan clothes, or remove the inappropriate clothing item(s).
Second
Student may pick up clothes when loaners have been returned. Student may be given 1 – 3 days of Lunch
Offense
Detention/Saturday Detention/Before or After School Detention and Parent conference. Parents of students who
refuse to cooperate with the policy will be requested to meet with the principal and to write a letter explaining
their reason for non-compliance.
Student may be given up to 1 day of ISS not to exceed 3 days of ISS. Parent conference and student dress contract
Third Offense
required.
Fourth
Student may be given 1 day of OSS not to exceed 3 days of OSS from school. Parent conference required and review
Offense
student dress contract.
Student may be given 1 day of OSS not to exceed 3 days of OSS from school. School may request a Student Tribunal
Fifth Offense
Disciplinary Hearing for continued non-compliance with the policy.
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