Toisnot Middle Handbook 2011-12

1301 Corbett Avenue, Wilson, NC 27893, 252-399-7973
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Student Handbook
2011-2012
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Student-Parent Handbook
2011-2012

Toisnot Middle School
1301 Corbett Avenue
Wilson, NC 27893
252-399-7973

Michael Kennedy, Principal

DeWayne Ward, Assistant Principal

Barbara McDowell, Secretary/Bookkeeper

Danielle Lynd, Receptionist

Camellia Brown, Data Manager

Shirley Smith, Cafeteria Manager

This Handbook Belongs To:
Name: __________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________

City: ___________________ State: _____ Zip: _______

Telephone: ______________________________________________

Grade: _________________________________________________

Homeroom Teacher: ______________________________________
T O I S N O T M I D D L E S C H O O L
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Dear Students and Parents,

It is that time of year when we begin another school year. I trust you have had an enjoyable and
restful summer. Our students worked very hard last year and we made some great achievements.
However, we are looking for truly great things to happen this year at Toisnot. Our staff has worked very
hard to prepare for your arrival. We are 100% focused on your individual success. We expect you to
meet your academic goals in an environment where your needs will be met. Our goal is to prepare you
for high school so that you can be an exemplary student as you move toward graduation.

Your focus should be on three areas: Academics, Attitude, & Attendance.

Academics - You must challenge yourself to be the best student you can be.
Attitude - You cannot allow others to distract you from your preparation to graduate.
Attendance - You must be at school to gain this knowledge.

These areas are the cornerstone for your academic success.

Parents, we expect you to support your childs education in any way you are able. Speak with
your childs teachers frequently, volunteer for school activities, ask you child daily what he/she
specifically learned. All students need constant and consistent support from all of those around them to
fully reach their potential.

Your first assignment is to become familiar with this handbook. There is a wealth of
information within. Once you have reviewed the handbook. Complete the form on the preceding page
and turn it in to your homeroom teacher.

The Toisnot Staff is committed to the success of every child. We need the assistance of the
entire Toisnot community to make this happen. Together, we can make this a very successful and
enjoyable school year.

We are going to have a great year!

Sincerely,

Michael S. Kennedy, Principal

Toisnot Middle School Michael Kennedy Principal
Soaring Toward Excellence DeWayne Ward Assistant Principal

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1301 Corbett Avenue Wilson, North Carolina 27893
252-399-7973 (fax) 252-399-7749
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Dear Students and Parents/Guardians:

Please read this student handbook carefully. The rules and regulations of
Toisnot Middle School must be followed. The administration will assume
that all students and parents have read and understand the material in
this handbook. It will be the responsibility of each student to keep up
with this handbook and to refer to it when questions arise.

Parents, you are strongly encouraged to read this handbook and discuss
school rules and regulations with your child.

To assure that parents and students have read and understand this
handbook, please sign and return the form below.
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I have read and understand the contents of this student handbook.

__________________________ __________________________
Students Signature Parents Signature

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S c h o o l Me a l s
T h e F i r s t S t e p t o L e a r n i n g

The mission of the Child Nutrition staff is to courteously serve well prepared,
nutritious meals to enhance the health of the student body.
Shirley Smith, Cafeteria Manager, and her staff take pride in preparing
quality meals for students to give them energy to meet the demands of a busy
school day. Have your teenager join Shirley and her staff in the
morning - studies have shown that students who eat a balanced breakfast
perform better on tests and have fewer behavioral problems which are
sometimes linked with hunger. At lunch, we offer a choice of entrees served
with bread ,variety of fruits and vegetables, and flavored milks that are avail-
able low-fat and skim If you have questions or concerns about your teen-
agers meals at school, please contact Shirley.

Toisnot School Cafeteria

Lunch Prices
for
2011-2012 SY

Paid Breakfast $1.25
Per Week$5.00

Reduced Breakfast.30
Per Week$1.50

Paid Lunch
$2.25 (612)
Per Week$11.25

Reduced Lunch.40
Per Week $2.00

????????????????????? FAQ ???????????????????????
Can I prepay for my teenagers breakfast, lunch and extras?
Absolutely! It will be easier for you, your teen and the cafeteria staff if you pre-pay. By applying funds to an ac-
count eliminates the need for remembering and carrying lunch money on a daily basis. We accept cash or checks.
Just write your teenagers name and lunch number on the check. We encourage prepayments to be made during or
after the breakfast meal. We will accept prepayments at lunch, however, with so many to feed in such a short time
frame, prepayment data entry leads to less time for students to eat, socialize and return to class.

How can I be reassured to the accuracy of my teenagers account ?
Students at Wilson County Schools are assigned a bar code number to be used in the cafeterias. Your teenagers
bar code number will remain the same, year to year, throughout enrollment at Wilson County Schools. Upon any
purchase or prepayment, your teen must enter on a keypad his/her bar code number. Once entered the cashier will
ask for a name on the account. For confidentiality and security purposes, we stress to the students not to share their
bar code number . Shirley can also print you an account history report which details your teenagers record of pur-
chases and prepayments over a period of time.

How can I find out the balance in my teenagers account?
You will need to contact Shirley and she will be glad to assist.

What foods are included in a complete school breakfast and lunch ?
Lunch: 1 entre; 1 bread; 2 fruits or vegetables; 1 milk
Breakfast: 1 main dish ; 1 fruit juice; 1 milk

How can I arrange a special diet to accommodate a medical condition for my teenager ?
Obtain a diet order form from Shirley . Take the form to your physician for completion. Be sure that all the infor-
mation is complete and accurate. Return the form to Shirley and she will forward to the Child Nutrition Director.
Shirley will work with the Child Nutrition Director to make the necessary menu modifications. Menu adjustments
are made only for diagnosed medical conditions. We are unable to honor food preferences.
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S c h o o l Me a l s
T h e F i r s t S t e p t o L e a r n i n g
WCS operates non-profit food service programs in 24 schools under USDA guidelines. We employ 120 full and part-time
personnel. The ONLY sources of program funding come from USDA reimbursement for student meal participation, USDA
commodity foods received (about 20% of foods used), and revenue from supplemental sales. WCS Child Nutrition program
receives no local or state monies.
Toisnot School Cafeteria Toisnot School Cafeteria Toisnot School Cafeteria Toisnot School Cafeteria
In accordance with Federal law and US Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national
origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington,
D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

How can I limit / restrict my teenagers purchases?
At the parents or guardians request, our Point of Sale software system allows us to flag a students account with
specific information and/ or restrictions ie, Lunch Only; $2.00 limit; Snacks on Friday; No Extra Sales.
These flags will show up on the memo screen of the register as your child goes through the line. Our cashiers are
trained to diligently watch for the notifications and will do their best. Please consider , though, that in an effort to
serve the students quickly, a flag may be overlooked. Shirley is always available to address any of your questions
and concerns about your teenagers account.

When can I complete a free/reduced meal application?
After August 1st, you may apply. The forms will be available at your teenagers school or at the main Child Nutri-
tion office (519 Ward Boulevard Bldg 7A behind the bus/ maintenance warehouse).

Do I fill out a form for each child in my household?
No. The application is a family application in which the form covers all children in your home.

Do I have to complete a free/reduced meal application each year ?
Yes. The federal guidelines require a new application each year for all students. (There are exceptions for students
who are directly certified through the Wilson County Department of Social Services. )

Can I complete an application for free/ reduced price meals by phone or fax?
No. All applications must be on an original official form and must be mailed or hand delivered to the address on the
back of the application or to your teenagers school office.

On the first school day, will my teenagers meal status be the same as the previous school year ?
Yes. The previous school year meal status will be honored only until October 6, 2011. If an application has not
been completed and processed by October 6th, the meal status will change to paid and your teenager will be
required to pay for his/ her meals. Remember, anytime after August 1st, meal applications are available !

How long does it take to process a completed application ?
Once received/ date stamped in our main Child Nutrition office, we are required to process the application within 10
working days. Our goal is to process applications ASAP so make sure all pertinent information is accurate and legi-
ble so that we can process quickly.

Our Child Nutrition staff look forward to serving your teen each and every day. We thank you for your
support and appreciate your patronage of the Child Nutrition program. If I can be of any assistance, please
feel free to contact me at 399-7845.
Cindy Bailey, Director, Child Nutrition Services
Feeding the Future
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Vision
We believe that the future of Wilson County rests upon an informed and educated citizenry that is
resilient and adaptable to a changing world. Our vision requires us to provide appropriate facilities,
support services, and learning resources for all students. We must hire the most qualified teachers,
administrators, and support staff members to prepare graduates to enter that citizenry as leaders and
life-long learners. Our students, the living messages of the future, represent our commitment to
supporting a high quality of living in Wilson County.

Mission Statement
The mission of Toisnot Middle School, a positive, safe, professional community-supported school is to
build relationships and provide a respectful, creative environment by accepting and embracing all
people and providing a variety of opportunities for each child to experience success.

Core Values
We believe these things about people: All people have worth; All people can learn and succeed in
different ways at different times,; All people grow and learn best in a caring, inviting, respectful, and
disciplined environment that ensures success. We believe these things about human behavior: Diversity
within our community enriches and strengthens our society and requires interaction and collaboration
among all people; Change is inevitable and requires courage and innovation for personal growth and
progress; Ethical conduct is a necessary foundation for all human relationships; Individuals are
ultimately responsible for his/her actions. We believe theses things about quality: Learning is a life long
process that enhances the quality of life; Powerful relationships exists between the expectations and
levels of performance; Striving for the best is always worth the effort; Effective communication is vital
to a persons and organizations productivity; Success breeds success. We believe these things about
partnerships: Shared vision coupled with teamwork strengthens an organizations purpose and
effectiveness; Education is shared responsibility and a vital function of the entire community; All
people are responsible for contributing to the community; The family is the primary influence in the
development of every individual.

School Colors: Red, white, and black
School Mascot: Hawks
2010/2011
North Carolina School of Progress
Met Expected Growth
Met High Growth
Soaring Towards Excellence
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Introduction
At Toisnot Middle School, it is our desire that you take pride in your school and that you feel free to make
suggestions for improving it. Our school will be whatever you make it. Let us always have the spirit to do
those things that make it outstanding.

LEARNING IS THE MOST IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITY OF STUDENTS.
WE BELIEVE THAT EVERY STUDENT WILL BE SUCCESSFUL.

Guidelines for Arrival/Departure
School Office Hours: 8:00-4:00 M-F

Arrival: The front door of the school will be unlocked at 8:00. Students will report either to the cafeteria
to eat breakfast or to the gym if they are not eating. No students will be allowed on the
hallways until the 8:20 bell. The tardy bell will ring at 8:30.

Bus Riders: All buses will unload at the rear of the gym.

Walkers: May only enter the school through either the front door or the rear of the gym.

Bike riders: A bike rack is provided at the rear of the building for those who ride bikes. Bikes should
be locked on the rack. Bike riders will enter the door at the rear of the gym.

Car Pool: Car pool students are to leave their vehicle as soon as they reach the sidewalk. The line will
move faster if multiple cars unload at the same time. No students are to be dropped off on
Corbett Avenue. Car riders cannot be dropped off in the rear of the building. The safety
of walkers and bus riders requires limiting traffic in the rear of the schools to school
buses ONLY.

Departure:
3:30.......... Dismissal of first load bus riders.
3:32.......... Dismissal of carpool students.
3:35.......... Dismissal of walkers, bike riders, and any students staying for athletics, tutoring,
after-school detention, or other extracurricular activities.
*All students are expected to leave campus immediately upon dismissal.

Carpool Traffic
Whenever possible, right turns should be made to enter and exit the parking lot. This prevents traffic
backup in line. Students cannot be picked up or dropped off on Corbett Avenue.

AM: There is a single line of traffic to drop off students. Students are to leave their vehicle as soon as the
sidewalk is reached. This will allow multiple cars to unload at the same time. It is suggested that
carpool students arrive prior to 8:15 to avoid traffic backups. All students who are not in their
homeroom by 8:30 are tardy.

PM: There is a double line of traffic to pickup students. Please remind your child to be looking for their
ride after school. Socializing can backup traffic.

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Attendance
All middle school students must be in attendance 90% of the school year. A student who has more
than 18 absences in a school year will not meet the attendance standard for promotion.
Good school attendance is important to your success in middle school. Poor attendance often results in
poor achievement. Students are expected and required by North Carolina State Law to attend school every
day that school is in session, except on those occasions when the school has been notified that you are ill,
have a family emergency, or that your absence has been pre-arranged with school personnel.

In order to be considered in attendance, a student must be present in the school for the school day or at a
place other than the school with the approval of the appropriate school official for the purpose of attending
an authorized school activity. Such activities may include field trips, athletic contests, student conventions,
musical festivals, or any similar approved activity. Except as noted above, a student must be present for at
least one-half of the schools instructional day in order to be recorded present for that day. If a student is
not present for at least one-half of the schools instructional day, then the student is considered
absent. When the reason for the absence is unknown or cannot be categorized as one of the valid/lawful
excuses, the students absence must be recorded as unlawfully/unexcused for that day.

Lawful Absences
1. Illness or injury
2. Quarantine
3. Death in the immediate family. The immediate family includes,
but is not limited to grandparents, parents, brothers and sisters.
4. Medical or dental appointments.
5. Court or administrative proceedings.
6. Religious observation.
7. Educational opportunity with prior approval.

Unlawful Absences
1. A students willful absence from school with or without the knowledge of parent.
2. A students absence from school for any reason other than those listed under Lawful Absences.
3. An absence without a written explanation from the students parent or guardian.

Pre-Arranged Absences
Teachers should be given notice from a parent/guardian in writing as far in advance as possible for
absences involving religious reasons, medical or dental appointments, or family trips.

School Tardy Policy
All students must be in their homerooms each day by 8:30 a.m. Any student who is not in his
homeroom by 8:30 a.m. must receive an admission slip before he will be allowed to enter class.
Additionally, early checkouts will be recorded as a tardy.

Check- Out Procedures
A student may leave school before the end of the day by:
1. Parents or guardians coming by the office for the student.
2. Persons other than the parent or guardian who have their name on file in
writing and approved by the parent or guardian.

Early checkouts will be recorded as a tardy.
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Sickness
Illness: If a student becomes ill at school, he/she should notify the teacher and report to the main
office where it will be decided what should be done. Students must not leave the building
due to illness without authorization. If a student is not able to stay in class, a parent will be
notified and the student will be sent home.

Medicine: No medicine will be given without a completed Medicine Dispense form signed by the
parent and approved by administration. This includes over-the-counter medications.

Accidents: Every accident in the school building, on the school grounds, at practice sessions or at
school-sponsored events must be reported immediately to the person in charge and to the
school office. An accident report should be completed and turned in to the office.

Make-Up Work
After returning from an absence, the student has two days for each missed day to do all make-up work.
All make-up work must be completed in the six-week grading period in which the student was absent.
Students who have been absent are required to contact the teacher and find out what work was missed.
Suspended students will be allowed to make up work when they return.

Telephone Use
If a student is sick, the student should report to the office and request that one of the office personnel call
home to arrange for someone to pick up the student. Otherwise, each teacher has a telephone in the
classroom. It is only to be used with the teachers permission.

School Closing in Emergencies
In the event that the school is to be closed for reasons other than scheduled, the school administration will
notify the radio and television stations that broadcast such announcements. The Connect-Ed phone
system will also be utilized.

Promotion Standards
In order to be promoted to the next grade level, every middle school student must:
1. Attend school 90% of the school year. A student may have no more than 18 absences.
2. Have a passing final grade in the subjects of Reading, Math, Science, & Social Studies.
3. Score a Level 3 or better on the Reading EOG and Math EOG. (Additionally, 8
th
Graders must
score a Level 3 or better on the Science EOG)

Grading Policy
Teachers will inform students of our school-wide grading policy.
A students academic grades cannot be lowered because of conduct.

Honor Roll
Principals List ................All As
A Honor Roll..............3.5 GPA
B Honor Roll..............3.0 GPA

A D or F in any subject disqualifies a student from being on any honor roll.

Academic Excellence Recognition
A student who is on the A honor roll for the first five grading periods will be invited to attend the
Toisnot Middle School Academic Recognition in May.

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Renaissance Categories
Renaissance is a program that rewards students for excellence in academics, attendance and behavior.
Qualifications:
Academic achievement.
Gold Card.............. No grade below an A
Blue Card............... No grade below a B
Green Card ............ No grade below a C
No office referrals.
No more than three absences each six weeks.
No more than three tardies each six weeks.

Homework
Students are expected to complete all homework assignments. Homework is essential to practice
academic concepts and to ensure that a student has mastered the new material.

Preparation for Class
Students are expected to come to class with all necessary materials. Students need their textbook, paper
or notebooks, and a pencil or pen. Students cannot make a habit of coming to class unprepared.

School-Sponsored Activities
In order to participate in school-sponsored sports and activities, students must maintain satisfactory
academic and conduct standards and expectations, and maintain satisfactory attendance.

Athletics
Students in grades seven and eight are encouraged to participate in athletics at Toisnot Middle School. The
athletic teams in past years have represented the school in a manner that has brought much praise and
recognition to our school. The following requirements are mandatory for each athlete:
Students must receive a physical examination before he/she will be allowed to begin practices/tryouts.
Students are strongly encouraged to have insurance coverage.
Students must meet academic promotion standards the previous semester to be eligible to participate.
Students must maintain acceptable conduct.
Coaches have the authority to suspend or remove members from teams if such action is deemed
appropriate, reasonable, and necessary.
Students must have been in attendance for 85% of the previous semester. A student can miss no more
than 13 days in a semester to be eligible.
Students must not have turned 15 years old on or before August 31 of the current school year.

Admission to all middle school athletic events is $5 for adults and $3 for students.

Insurance
It is recommended that all students who are not otherwise covered take advantage of the low-cost school
insurance policy. Athletic injuries can be covered by the school insurance policy.

Assemblies
Assemblies will be held on announced dates. Please enter and leave the auditorium or gym in an orderly
manner with your class. Follow your teachers instructions. Promptly take your seat, give the program
your attention, and be sincere with your applause. Inappropriate conduct will not be tolerated.

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School Solicitations
Solicitations during the school day for money, clothing, dues, campaign drives, associations, or church
groups are generally not allowed and must be approved by the administration.

Change of Personal Information
Any change of phone number, address, or personal information must be reported. This will allow you to
receive emergency communications or weather-related notifications from the school.

Emergency Information
Each student should supply the school with information pertinent to emergencies. This includes unusual
health problems, preferred doctor or clinic, and a third party to call if parents cannot be contacted. Home
and work place phone numbers are very helpful, if available, on the students information card.

Food and Drink
Beverages and food of all types must be consumed only in the cafeteria. Food and drink are not allowed
anywhere else in the school except with the stated permission of the administration.

Students are not allowed to have food purchased from outside vendors at school.

Cafeteria
Middle School Meal Prices:
Breakfast - $1.25
Lunch - $2.25
The school operates a cafeteria that serves balanced meals as well as a la carte selections.
Students are asked to:
1. Know their choices and have their money ready when they enter;
2. Move through the line without breaking in line, crowding or pushing;
3. Clean the tables, chairs, and floor before leaving; and,
4. Deposit waste food, paper trays, and dishes in the proper place.

Free and Reduced Lunch Program
Applications must be completed and turned in to the teacher for each student desiring free or reduced price
lunch. Students whose applications have been approved will be notified. Only one application per family
is necessary.

Visitors
All visitors must enter through the front door. Guests and visitors must register in the office and receive a
pass. Parents are always welcome. No student visitors are allowed without prior administrative
permission.

Parent Conferences
Appointments for parent conferences with teachers, the counselor, or the administration can be arranged
by leaving a message on the teachers voicemail or by e-mail through the schools website. Every effort
is made to allow our teachers to maximize classroom instruction without interruptions.

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Physical Education
Students at Toisnot Middle School are required to take physical education. Each student will need
permission from a physician to be excused from taking physical education. All students are required to
dress out for P.E.

Hall Passes
No student is allowed to leave any class without a pass from a teacher.

Hall Courtesy
1. Keep corridors open to traffic by walking to the right. Do not block traffic by standing in groups.
2. Walk through corridors quietly. Be considerate of others in the halls and classrooms.
3. Discard trash in the containers provided. Keep the school clean by picking up paper from the floors.
4. Leave the school building immediately after dismissal unless under the supervision of a teacher or an
assigned adult.
5. Ensure that you have a pass when in the halls. It is your responsibility.

Lost and Found
Students finding lost items should take them to the office where the owner can claim them. If you lose
anything, you should report it to the teacher you are with. Each student is encouraged to keep up with his
or her belongings. While the school will do all that it can to find lost or stolen items, it is not the schools
responsibility to find a students lost or stolen item. Students may check in the lost and found section in
the main office. Students are discouraged form bringing valuable personal items to school.

Lockers
The teachers assign lockers. You may use your locker to store your books, paper, and other items needed
for your schoolwork and study. Do not use your locker to store anything for anyone else. The lockers
will be checked periodically for cleanliness. Never allow anyone to store anything in your locker.
Remember, lockers are school property and may be inspected at any time by a school
administrator.

Locks
All students will be issued a lock by the homeroom teacher. The lock is to be placed on the students
assigned locker. No other locks will be permitted on the school lockers. The lock will be turned in at the
end of the school year. Students are responsible for the replacement cost of lost or damaged locks.

Valuables
The bringing of large sums of money or other valuables to school is strongly discouraged.

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Electronic Equipment
The Board of Education recognizes that the possession of wireless communication devices is a matter of
convenience and safety for students and parents, but the use of these devices can also be a disruption of
the instructional process. Through this policy, the Board of Education provides students the privilege of
possession of wireless communication devices on school property, subject to the following provisions.
No student shall use, display, transmit, or have in the on position on school property any wireless
communication device, including but not limited to, cellular telephones, paging devices, two-way
radios, or any similar device until after the conclusion of the instructional day. Exclusions to this policy
include devices such as handheld computers issued by the school.

The device must be in the off position and stored out of sight during the instructional day. Students
should keep the device secured in their vehicle, locker, book bag or other location approved by the
principal. The school will not be responsible for wireless communication devices that are lost or stolen.

The consequences for possessing a wireless communication device in violation of this policy will be:
1. First offense: A warning will be issued to the student. The wireless communication device will
be confiscated by school personnel and returned to the student after 3:45 that day.
2. Second offense: The wireless communication device will be confiscated and held until a parent
conference is conducted. The student will be assigned disciplinary consequences pursuant to
Policy 6400, Student Conduct and Discipline.
3. Third and subsequent offense: The wireless communication device will be confiscated and held
until the end of the school year. The student will be assigned disciplinary consequences pursuant
to Policy 6400, Student Conduct and Discipline.

Books
Textbooks and library books are the property of the state and the school and should be treated
accordingly. When books are lost or damaged, they must be paid for during the year they are lost. The
teacher will make individual assessments for damaged books. TEXTBOOKS ARE THE TOTAL
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT. THE BOOKS ISSUED MUST BE THE SAME BOOKS
RETURNED.

Internet Use
All students must have a completed Internet Use Agreement on file at the school before internet use is
allowed. This agreement covers appropriate use of the internet in the regular classroom and in the
computer labs. Any inappropriate use of the internet will be addressed according to the Wilson County
Schools Student Conduct and Discipline policy.

School Pictures
At a designated time during the school year, individual student pictures are taken. Pictures are taken for
school record purposes. Students are under no obligation to purchase their pictures.

Fire/Tornado Drills
Fire/Tornado drills are required by law and are held periodically so that orderly evacuation of the campus
may be accomplished. Each teacher will have evacuation instructions posted in each classroom. After the
alarm, students are to follow the teachers instructions and walk quickly (no running) and quietly (no
talking) to their designated area. Students should remain together in class groups. The teacher will escort
students back to class in the same orderly fashion.

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Guidance
Guidance services are available for every student in the school through our school counselor. These
services include assistance with educational planning, interpretation of test scores, occupational
information, career information, study skills, help with home, school and/or social concerns, or any
questions the student may feel he/she would like to discuss with the counselor. Students wishing to visit a
counselor should contact the guidance office to arrange for an appointment.

School Website
Go to www.wilson.k12.nc.us, click on schools on the left margin, then click on Toisnot
Our school website is a valuable source of information for students and parents. You can receive email
notification of updates to our website by subscribing to the website. Subscribe to our website by clicking
subscribe at the bottom of the page.

PTO
Our Parent Teacher Organization is established as a support group to promote parental involvement and
assist in any way to accomplish school-wide and system-wide goals. Parents and staff are encouraged to
become members of the PTO and attend all PTO meetings and activities. All PTO activities planned for
this year will be publicized at a later date. Watch our schools website for updates. Subscribe to the
school website to get email notification of PTO updates.

School Bus Conduct Policy
Riding a school bus is a privilege for all students. We expect proper behavior on the bus to ensure that the
drivers can focus on driving. For their own safety and the safety of others, students are expected to
conduct themselves properly on the bus at all times.
1. Only students assigned to a bus by Wilson County Schools are allowed to ride a bus unless
specifically approved by the administration.
2. The school bus driver is authorized by the Superintendent, Board of Education, and Principal to
supervise the students who are riding the bus to and from school.
3. Students must leave the school bus immediately upon arrival at the discharge point.
4. Students are not allowed to return to the buses until school is dismissed unless approved by the
administration.
5. Use the handrail when entering or leaving the bus.
6. Be seated as quickly as possible.
7. School bus drivers are authorized to assign seats.
8. General conduct rules:
9. Be courteous.
10. Respect those around you.
11. Cooperate with the driver. Distractions cause accidents.
12. Stay in your seat.
13. Profanity, excessive noise, and other disruptive conduct will not be tolerated.
14. Avoid loud talking and noise.
15. Keep the bus clean.
16. Do not throw objects.
17. Keep head, hands, and arms inside the bus.
18. No eating or drinking on the bus.
19. No smoking, alcoholic beverages, or illegal drugs are allowed.

Consequences for failing to follow school bus conduct policies:

1
st
Offense.................... Warning
2
nd
Offense................... 3 Day Bus Suspension
3
rd
Offense................... 5 Day Bus Suspension
4
th
Offense ................... 10 Day Bus Suspension
5
th
Offense ................... Loss of Riding Privileges

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Student Behavior
All students are expected to adhere to Wilson County Schools Code of Student Conduct and Discipline.
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