2019-20 Siegel High Student Passport

2019 - 2020
SIEGEL HIGH SCHOOL STARS
School Colors: Navy Blue, Silver, and Teal

3300 Siegel Road
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Telephone: (615) 904-3800

Fax: (615) 904-3801
Website: www.sgh.rcschools.net

Siegel High School Administration:
Mr. Larry Creasy, Executive Principal
Mr. Trey Ondrus, Assistant Principal for students with last names A-D
Mrs. Lorie Gober, Assistant Principal for students with last names E-K
Mr. Ricky Parker, Assistant Principal for students with last names L-Q
Dr. Pamela Perkins, Assistant Principal for students with last names R-Z

First Floor 420 415
410
Main Gymnasium AUX. Gym
405
401

Choir

404
221

Bus Drop-Off / 220 P-3 P-4
Pick-Up P-1 P-2
219
322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304 302
Band
Stairwell 1
325 323 321 319 317 315 313 311 309 307 305 217 500 Auditorium

Auditorium
404 501

215 Greenhouse

213 Courtyard Stairwell 5
611
211 603 605 607 609
Stairwell 2
SRO
209
AP Stairwell 3 Stairwell 4

303 207 602 606 608 610 612
200 G205 613
200 F 513
LibraryLibrary 511
200
515 614 615
517 519
Foyer Main 617 616
Office SRO 618

AP StaSirtwaeirlwl 6ell 6

Parent Drop-Off /
Pick-Up

Second Floor

Courtyard Stairwell 5
917 918
718 716 714 712 710 708 706 702 700 901 905 907 911 913
704 902 906 908 912
Stairwell 1 Stairwell 3 920
Stairwell 2 900
719 717 715 713 711 709 707 705 703 701 801 AP 921Stairwell 4
AP 923
821 Stairwell 6
803

800 805 807 809 811 815 817 819 826
802

804 806 808 810 812 814 816 818 820 822

Siegel High School Alma Mater

In the heart of Tennessee
‘Cross the widespread plain,
Brightly shine the stars within
Our Alma Mater we claim.

Bound with strength and steadfast courage,
Stars will never fail.

For our dreams, the sky’s the limit
Siegel High, All Hail!

Stars that shine in each of us
Are timeless, filled with pride.

Loyalty is in our hearts;
Our love we cannot hide….

Bound with strength and steadfast courage,
Stars will never fail.

For our dreams, the sky’s the limit
Siegel High, All Hail!

By: Frederick Quimbley, Jr.
Junior 2003-04

DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT OF STUDENTS (Policy 6.304)
It is the policy of the Rutherford County Board of Education not to discriminate on basis of sex, race, national
origin, creed, age, marital status, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment policies as
required by Title VI and VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments and
Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Students shall be provided a learning environment free from sexual, racial, ethnicity, disability and religious
discrimination/harassment. It shall be a violation of this policy for any employee or any student to discriminate
against or harass a student through disparaging conduct or communication that is sexual, racial, ethnic, disability
related or religious in nature.

It shall also be a violation of this policy for any teacher, administrator, or other school personnel to
tolerate discrimination/harassment against any student. Discrimination/harassment is defined as conduct,
advances, gestures or words, either written or spoken, of a sexual, racial, ethnic, religious nature or
disability-related, which unreasonably interferes with the student’s work or educational opportunities or
creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive learning environment.

PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY OF STUDENTS
As a student of Siegel High School, you are expected to be aware of and to accept your individual
responsibilities in the following areas:

RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR OWN ACTIONS
You will be held responsible only for the things you do or fail to do. What others do is not of importance in
determining whether or not you accepted your responsibility as a student/citizen of Siegel High School. If you
encounter problems dealing with other students, it is imperative that you consult an administrator, teacher, or
guidance counselor.

PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Students are expected to show respect for the rights and feelings of his/her fellow students and to behave in such
a way as to draw respect of others toward themselves. Excessive or inappropriate public display of affection
(PDA) will not be tolerated and may result in a disciplinary action. Courteous treatment is encouraged. Tolerance
of different beliefs and appearances is essential. Students are expected to obey instructions from any school
employee who is in the performance of his/her duty and to address all adult staff members with respectful words
and tone. “Yes” or “no” is preferred over “yeah” or “nah.” Teachers have supervisory responsibilities in all areas
of the campus while at school or in attendance at school functions or extracurricular activities.

ALCOHOL, DRUG, AND TOBACCO USE
In order to protect the rights of students, to safeguard the learning environment, and to contribute to a “Drug Free”
community, the Board’s plan for dealing with alcohol and drugs shall include the following:
1. Each school will maintain procedures for responding to the needs of students who use and/or abuse alcohol or
drugs, including:
A. Appropriate ways for handling alcohol/drug related medical emergencies;
B. Guidelines for reporting alcohol/drug incidents and illegal activities;
C. Guidelines for referral of students who may have an alcohol/drug problem, and/or are considered “high risk”
to agencies or other sources of appropriate help;
D. Effective working relationships with appropriate community agencies, such as alcohol/drug service providers,
law enforcement agencies, and judicial officials.
2. Each school will follow the following guidelines to safeguard students and staff and to maintain a positive
learning environment:
A. Clothing and accessories bearing slogans that are about or suggestive of drugs, alcohol, sex, obscenities or
prove to be a disturbing influence shall not be allowed in the Rutherford County School System;
B. Students will not possess, distribute, use or be under the influence of illegal drugs or alcoholic beverages in
school buildings or on school grounds, in school vehicles or buses, or at any school sponsored activity at any time,
whether on or off school grounds;

C. Students will not market or distribute any substance which is represented to be or is substantially similar
in color, shape, size, or markings to a controlled substance in school buildings or on school grounds, in school
vehicles or buses, or at any school-sponsored activity at any time, whether on or off school grounds;

D. Upon information that a student is suspected of violating the policy, the principal of the school shall be notified
immediately. If it is determined that Board policy has indeed been violated, the principal shall notify the student’s
parent or guardian and the appropriate law enforcement officials, and take the appropriate disciplinary action as
afforded through the Board disciplinary policies;

E. Any student possessing or using alcohol on first offense will be suspended out of school for 5 days. A second
alcohol related offense results in a long-term suspension;
F. Any student unlawfully possessing, selling, distributing, or transferring any narcotic or stimulant drug,
prescription drug or any other controlled substance (including marijuana) shall be expelled for a period of not
less than one calendar year. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion on a case-
by-case basis;
G. Any student unlawfully using or being under the influence of any narcotic or stimulant drug, prescription drug
or any other controlled substance (including marijuana) shall be expelled for a period of not less than one calendar
year. The Director of Schools shall have the authority to modify this expulsion on a case-by-case basis.

TOBACCO FREE SCHOOLS
In keeping with federal law, all uses of tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco and e-cigarettes are
prohibited in all school buildings, public seating areas, restrooms, and vehicles.

ATTENDANCE FOR SENIORS-VERY IMPORTANT
In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, all Seniors must attend school on a regular basis. Seniors that
have more than 10 unexcused absences will not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony. The purpose
of this policy is to provide a proactive means of increasing our school’s graduation and attendance rates. This
also prepares our students for real-world expectations regarding the attendance for future employment and/or
education. This also includes students who plan on graduating early.

RUTHERFORD COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

ADMINISTRATIVE RULES, REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES

SUBJECT: STUDENT ATTENDANCE

INTRODUCTION
The Rutherford County Board of Education believes that attendance is a key factor in student achievement. The
Board encourages every positive and innovative means which will contribute to student’s regular attendance,
recognizing that school personnel, parents, the community, and the students themselves share in the responsibility.
Students are expected to be present and punctual each day that school is in session.

BACKGROUND
Every parent, guardian, or legal custodian residing within the State of Tennessee and having control or charge of
any child or children between the ages of six (6) and seventeen (17) years, both inclusive, shall cause such child
or children to attend public or non-public school, and in event of failure to do so shall be subject to such penalties
as prescribed by law.

PERFECT ATTENDANCE
To be eligible for perfect attendance, a student must be in attendance for a length of time equal to the state’s
minimum hourly requirement for a school day. To have perfect attendance in a particular class, a student must be
present every day for over half the class period. Any student who misses class or a day of school because of the
observance of a day set aside as sacred by a religious denomination of which the student is a member or adherent,
shall be deemed to have met the requirements of perfect attendance if his/her only absences were related to such
observance(s).

POSITIVE INCENTIVES FOR PERFECT ATTENDANCE
Grades 9-12

1. FINAL EXAM EXEMPTIONS - Eligibility for exam exemptions begins the first day of school. The final
decision regarding final exam exemption of any student will be determined by the principal/designee.
Any student who has been suspended (in-school or out-of-school) is not eligible for exemptions. The
criteria for final exam exemption are as follows:

CRITERIA FOR FINAL EXAM EXEMPTIONS

Full Year Class One Semester Class
8 absences--A Average 4 absences--A Average
6 absences--B Average 3 absences--B Average
4 absences--C Average 2 absences--C Average
2 absences--D Average 1 absence---D Average

ABSENCES MAY NOT BE MADE UP FOR THE PURPOSE OF QUALIFYING FOR EXAM
EXEMPTION.

A student who has perfect attendance for the preceding semester will receive an excel card from the Chamber of
Commerce.

Any student in Rutherford County Schools with four (4) years perfect attendance will receive a plaque in
recognition of this achievement.

ABSENCES (9-12)
Absences shall be classified as either excused or unexcused as determined by the principal or his designee. If
an absence is unexcused, the work missed may be made up within five (5) days of returning to school from said
absence. Out-of-school suspension days will be considered unexcused absences and students absent for out-of-
school suspension shall be allowed to make up the work missed within five (5) days of returning to school from
said absence and receive 80% of the grade earned. If a grade was not taken for the day missed, no deduction in
grades will occur because of the absence. In the case of emergency or significant extenuating circumstances, a
request for an exception may be made, in writing, to the principal.

EXCUSED ABSENCES (K-12)
The following list states circumstances and criteria under which absences will be excused:

1. Personal Illness

a. A note from the student’s parent/guardian or legal custodian will be required upon the
student’s returning to school. The note should include the reason(s) for and the date(s) of the
absence. Upon returning to school, a student has five (5) school days in which to submit a note.
After that time period has elapsed, the absence(s) will become permanently unexcused.

b. The school may accept a written note from a parent/guardian or legal custodian
verifying a student’s illness for up to a total of eight (8) accumulated days during the
school year. However, if a student is absent due to illness more than a total of eight
(8) accumulated days, a doctor’s note specifying inclusive dates for the illness must be
submitted in order for any subsequent absences due to illness to be excused.

2. Illness of Immediate Family Member
A doctor’s statement may be required after three (3) days. Immediate family member is defined as a
student’s parent/guardian or sibling.

3. Deaths
a. In the family--One day will be excused. Additional days will be excused at the
discretion of the principal.

b. Of others -- The principal may approve as an excused absence with appropriate
documentation.

4. Extreme Weather Conditions

5. Dental, Medical, and Counseling Appointments
It is strongly urged that these appointments be scheduled after school. However, if these
appointments are during school hours, a doctor’s or counselor’s verification will be required
and reasonable travel time to and from the office will be allowed. Full days for dental and
medical appointments will rarely be excused.

6. Religious Observances (R.R.M.S. 0520-1-3-.03 (15))
Any student who misses a class or day of school because of the observance of a day set aside
as sacred by a recognized religious denomination of which the student is a member or adherent,
where such religion calls for special observances of such day, shall have the absence from that
school day or class excused and shall be entitled to make up any school work missed without
the imposition of any penalty because of the absence.

7. College Visits with Proof of Visit
8. Pregnancy
9. School Sponsored or School Endorsed Activities
10. Required Court Appearances

Written verification of the appearance and the time involved must be submitted upon the student’s
returning to school. These excuses may be obtained in the clerk’s office of that particular court.
11. Extenuating Circumstances
Circumstances, with appropriate documentation, which, in the judgment of the principal,
constitutes a good and sufficient cause of absence from school.

A student who is participating in a school-sponsored activity shall not be considered absent from school.

The State of Tennessee has many laws that regulate school attendance. Any absence without a note is automatically
unexcused. Out-of-school suspension days are likewise unexcused absences.

PROGRESSIVE TRUANCY INTERVENTION PLAN
Students with three (3) or more unexcused absences shall be subject to the progressive truancy intervention
framework outlined in this procedure.

1. Tier I
Students with five (5) or more unexcused absences will be subject to Tier I interventions which will include
the following:

a. A conference with the student and the student’s parent/guardian;
b. An attendance contract, based on the conference, signed by the student, the parent/guardian, and

an attendance officer or principal/designee. The Rutherford County Schools Contract Template is
attached to this Procedure as “Addendum A.”
c. Regularly scheduled follow-up meetings to discuss the student’s progress. These meeting may occur
in person or by phone. Follow-up meetings must be documented by the school.
d. For students with disabilities, an IEP/504 team review may be required to determine if the absences
are a manifestation of the student’s disability and whether accommodations are needed to address
the issue.
e. Pursuant to TCA § 49-6-3007, the principal/designee shall also send a letter to the parent/guardian
or legal custodian immediately after five (5) unexcused absences with a copy to the attendance
personnel.
f. If the student accumulates additional unexcused absences in violation of the attendance contract, he/
she shall be subject to the additional intervention tiers.

2. Tier II
a. If a student accumulates additional unexcused absences in violation of the attendance contract in
Tier I, the student will be subject to Tier II.

i. Schools will conduct an individualized assessment of the student and the reasons the student
has been absent from school.

ii. Schools will develop and implement the individualized assessment process. This process
must be approved by the Director of Schools prior to implementation. The approved process
utilized by each school will be kept on file in the Attendance Department.

iii. The Rutherford County Schools Assessment Template is attached to this Procedure as
“Addendum B.” A school may utilize this template or develop its own.

b. This assessment may result in a referral to counseling, community-based services, or other to address
the student’s attendance issues.

3. Tier III
a. If a student accumulates additional unexcused absences following implementation of Tier II
strategies, the student will be subject to the intervention procedures in Tier III.
b. Pursuant to TCA § 49-6-3007, immediately upon the tenth (10th) unexcused absence, a second letter
shall be sent by the principal/designee to the parent(s)/guardian(s) or legal custodian with a copy to
the attendance personnel.

c. Each school shall develop a Tier III intervention process to be implemented internally that shall
consist of one of the following procedures:
i. An internal truancy board consisting of an administrator, attendance counselor, school
resource officer, and other staff as deemed necessary;
ii. Referral to school-based restorative justice program;

iii. Referral to Saturday school or other school-based community service programs; or
iv. Other procedures developed by the school as approved by the Director of Schools.
d. If Tier III interventions are unsuccessful, it will result in the filing of a petition and/or criminal
summons in the local court with jurisdiction.

Tardies (K-12)
The name of any student who has been truant due to late arrivals and/or early dismissals may also be referred to
the attendance personnel. The attendance personnel will pursue available means to facilitate and persuade the
student’s return to regular attendance. If the student’s attendance does not improve significantly, both the student
and parent(s) or guardian(s) shall be subject to court action. The attendance personnel or the principal/designee
may file charges against the parent and/or student if absences are excessive.

Being on time to school and class is essential for optimum teaching and learning. When a student is tardy, he/she
disrupts this process for others and loses important learning time for himself/herself. School bus transportation is
provided free of charge to students of Rutherford County. For this reason, tardies related to car problems, traffic,
oversleeping, etc., are not valid reasons for tardiness. To receive an excused tardy when late to school, the student
must have either:

a. A doctor’s statement;
b. An official court notice; or

c. A parent conference or a parent’s telephone call and approval by administration. (Personal
illness would be excused.)

PROCEDURE FOLLOWING AN ABSENCE
1. Students returning after an absence must bring a note from a parent/guardian stating the date(s) absent and the
reason for the absence(s).
2. Students must report to the front lobby attendance table before 8:10 with their absence excuse. An admittance
slip will be written if the absence is excused.
3. Students who do not bring a written excuse will remain unexcused until a note is provided (within 5 days of
the absence).
4. Students arriving after 8:10 a.m. must report to the front lobby to receive an admittance slip. This will count
as a tardy to first period.

MAKE-UP WORK
Instructional personnel will provide information on assignments, provide help, and permit the completion of
work missed due to absences. Special effort must be made by the student to see that missed work is made up. The
teacher will specify a reasonable period of time to make up work. When a parent is requesting make-up work,
teachers must be given at least a 24-hour notice before work is to be picked up. Please do not request make-up
work from the office unless the student is out three days or more.

EARLY DISMISSAL/CHECK OUT PROCEDURE
Students are not permitted to leave without signing out through the attendance office. Students will not be
released from school without written parent/guardian permission. Students will be allowed to sign out under the
following conditions:

1. When a parent/guardian comes to the attendance office to sign out the student. Photo ID is required.
2. When a written request is received in the attendance office before first period begins. The request must contain
the student’s name, grade level, phone number where the parent can be reached, and the reason for early dismissal.
3. Students 18 years old or older must have parental permission if they reside with their parents.
4. No check out requests will be taken over the phone or by email.
5. Parents may fax check out requests along with requested documentation to 904-3801.

TRUANCY
A student is truant after five unexcused absences. An unexcused absence from any class or an activity during the
school day for which the student is scheduled constitutes truancy. Any absence without a note is automatically
unexcused. Out-of-school suspension days are likewise unexcused absences. The name of any student who has
been truant due to late arrivals and/or early dismissals may also be referred to central office attendance personnel.
The attendance personnel will pursue available means to facilitate and persuade the student’s return to regular
attendance. If the student’s attendance does not improve significantly, both the student and the parent/guardian
shall be subject to court action. The attendance personnel or the principal/designee may file charges against the
parent and/or student if the absences are excessive.

TARDINESS/CHECKOUTS
Being on time to school and class is essential for optimum teaching and learning. When a student is tardy, he/she
disrupts this process for others and loses important learning time for himself/herself. School bus transportation is
provided free of charge to students of Rutherford County. For this reason tardiness related to car problems, traffic,
oversleeping, etc., are not valid. To receive an excused tardy when arriving late to school or an excused check out
for leaving early, the student must have either:

A. A doctor’s statement.
B. An official court notice.
C. A parent note may excuse tardiness or a check out for personal illness twice per semester.

UNEXCUSED TARDIES TO CLASS (Periods 1-7) /
UNEXCUSED CHECKOUTS
All tardies to class are cumulative by period and semester; this applies to unexcused checkouts as well.
1st and 2nd offense - documentation by teacher
3rd offense – meeting with Dean
4th offense – 1 detention
5th offense – 2 detentions
6th offense – 1 day of ISS
7th offense - 2 days of ISS
8th offense – 3 days of ISS
9th offense – 1 day of OSS
10th offense – 2 days of OSS (and each subsequent offense)

Siegel High School
2019-2020

Bell Schedule

1st Period 8:10-9:00 50 minutes

2nd Period 9:05-9:52 47 minutes

PI Time 9:52-10:22 30 minutes

3rd Period 10:27-11:14 47 minutes

4th Period 11:19-12:34

1st Lunch 11:19-11:44

2nd Lunch 11:44-12:09

3rd Lunch 12:09-12:34

5th Period 12:39-1:26 47 minutes

6th Period 1:31-2:18 47 minutes

7th Period 2:23-3:10 47 minutes

Activity Schedule

1st Period 8:10-9:00 50 minutes
40 minutes
Activity 9:00-9:40 45 minutes
45 minutes
2nd Period 9:45-10:30
45 minutes
3rd Period 10:35-11:20 45 minutes
45 minutes
4th Period 11:25-12:40

1st Lunch 11:25-11:50

2nd Lunch 11:50-12:15

3rd Lunch 12:15-12:40

5th Period 12:45-1:30

6th Period 1:35-2:20

7th Period 2:25-3:10

Abbreviated Day Schedule

1st Period 8:10-8:55 45 minutes
2nd / 5th Periods 45 minutes
3rd / 6th Periods 9:00-9:45 45 minutes
4th / 7th Periods 45 minutes
9:50-10:35

10:40-11:25

September 12th and January 30th, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th periods will meet.
November 7th and March 12th, 1st, 5th, 6th, and 7th periods will meet.

AUTOMOBILE REGULATIONS
Driving an automobile is a privilege granted to students who follow safety and parking regulations. Students
who do not comply with the following policies are subject to warnings. Failure to abide by parking regulations
can result in disciplinary actions, including but not limited to: community service assignments, detention, loss of
parking privileges, or for more serve infractions, law enforcement intervention.
Driver must read and initial each of the following statements:

____ 1. Every vehicle MUST be registered and issued a 2019-20 Siegel High Parking pass. Students without a
parking pass may face disciplinary action.

____ 2. Vehicles must have the parking pass visible while on campus.

____ 3. Aggressive driving behavior and endangerment to others with a vehicle will not be tolerated. Any
dangerous acts will result in revocation of driving privileges AND law enforcement intervention.

____ 4. State law PROHIBITS the use of hand-held devices by ANYONE while driving and ANY phone usage
(hand-held or hands-free) for those 18 or younger. This includes parents, visitors, faculty and staff.

____ 5. Speed limit is 10 mph on campus.

____ 6. Park only in areas that are marked. Every vehicle must be parked between two lines and/or in a
recognizable, organized fashion.

____ 7. Vehicles and parking area are off limits during the school day. You MUST obtain permission to return to
your car during the school day.

____ 8. Loitering or sitting in vehicles for any reason before, during, or after school hours is prohibited. Once
you arrive on campus you must exit your vehicle and enter the building immediately.

____ 9. Vehicles parked in the band practice area (next to stadium) must be moved no later than 3:25 each
day (towing at the owner’s expense).

____ 10. Playing of music too loud (music audible at 50 feet or greater) is excessive, and a violation of the law.

____ 11. You may not leave campus. Upon arrival on school grounds, you are considered present and must have
permission to leave campus prior to dismissal time. Students that leave school without permission will
be suspended and may lose driving privileges.

____ 12. Follow the traffic flow arrows.

____ 13. No vehicle traffic is allowed in the bus-loading zone. Always yield the right-of-way to buses and
pedestrians.

____ 14. The school shall not be held liable for damage or theft to vehicles. Every attempt to protect your vehicle
will be made. Avoid leaving valuables in your vehicle. Parking lots are not under constant supervision
(surveillance cameras are in use).

____ 15. All vehicles are subject to search while on school property or at any school sponsored function.

____ 16. There will be no student parking in these areas: in front of main building, handicapped spaces,
crosswalks, fire lanes, grass anywhere on campus, reserved spaces, spaces reserved by parking cones, nor
in the South Parking lots by the portables. All student parking must be in the North Parking lots by the
football field.

____ 17. Any other parking or driving restrictions deemed necessary for the safety or security of our
students.

PARKING AND/OR DRIVING VIOLATIONS
1ST offense – 1 detention
2nd offense – 2 detentions
3rd offense – 2 days of ISS
4th offense – Administrator discretion
NOTE: Driving privileges may be restricted or revoked.
NOTE: Any dangerous acts will result in revocation of driving privileges.

BUS TRANSPORTATION
The Rutherford County School System provides transportation for all students attending the school zoned for their
residence. For more information, contact the Transportation Department at 893-5815, extension 22100.

Students riding a county bus are under the jurisdiction of the school from the time of departure from home until
the time of return. Students that violate rules and regulations may lose the privilege of riding the bus; the parent/
guardian will then become responsible for transportation.

BUS CONDUCT (Rutherford County Policy 6.308)
Bus riding is a privilege which may be revoked. Parents are urged to discuss this privilege with their child.
Parents are responsible for transporting students whose bus privileges have been suspended or denied for
disciplinary reasons.
1. In order to maintain conditions and atmosphere suitable for learning, no person shall enter a school bus except
students assigned to that bus or parents of students or other persons with lawful and valid business on the bus.
2. The school bus is an extension of school activity; therefore, students shall conduct themselves on the bus in a
manner consistent with the established standard for safety and classroom behavior.
3. Students are under the supervision and control of the bus driver while on the bus, and all reasonable directions
given by the driver shall be followed.
4. The principal of the student transported shall be informed by the bus driver of any serious discipline problem
and may be called upon to assist. A student may be denied the privilege of riding the bus if the principal determines
that his/her behavior is such as to cause disruption on the bus, or disobeys state or local rules and regulations
pertaining to student transportation.
5. Any student who gets off the bus at any point between the pick-up point and school must present the bus driver
with a note of authorization from the parent and the principal/designee of the school that the student attends.
6. Any student wishing to ride a bus other than his/her designated bus must have written parental permission and
the approval of the principal or his designee.
7. Students who transfer from bus to bus while enroute to and from school shall be expected to abide by the
discipline policies adopted by the Board and rules adopted by the staff of the terminal school.

Discipline for misconduct on the bus may be found in the Rutherford County Code of Behavior Handbook
(each student receives a copy at the beginning of the school year).

USE OF VIDEO CAMERAS ON BUSES
1. Video cameras may be used to monitor student behavior on school vehicles transporting students to and from
school or extracurricular activities.
2. Video surveillance shall be used only to promote order, safety and security of students, staff, and property.

CAFETERIA
Each student is asked to cooperate by cleaning his/her area and leaving it neat for the next person. No trays,
dishes, or flatware will be allowed outside the cafeteria. Students failing to return trays and clean their eating area
will be subject to disciplinary action. Free and reduced meal tickets are available for students who qualify. Food
deliveries from outside the school are not permitted (pizza, etc.).

LUNCH TIME RESTRICTIONS
During his/her scheduled lunch period, a student may choose to eat in either the cafeteria or the patio area of
the courtyard (next to the cafeteria). Restricted areas during all lunch periods include the following: vehicles,
parking lots, all classrooms, academic hallways, and the exterior of the main building. Violators will be subject
to disciplinary action.

CALENDAR 2019-2020

August 6 First Day for Students (Abbreviated 8:10-10:10 am)

August 8 First Full Day for Students (8:10-3:10 pm)

September 2 Labor Day (Schools Closed)

September 12 Early Dismissal Day for Students (8:10-11:25 pm)

October 4 End 1st 9 weeks

October 7-11 Fall Break (Schools Closed)

October 17 1st 9 weeks Report Card

October 22 Parent Teacher Conferences after school (3:15-6:15)

November 7 Early Dismissal Day for Students (8:10-11:25 pm)

November 27-29 Thanksgiving Break (Schools Closed)

December 20 Abbreviated Day (8:10-10:10 am)- End of 2nd 9 weeks

December 23 – January 3, 2020 Winter Break (Schools Closed)

January 6 Teachers Return from Winter Break (no school for students)

January 7 Students Return from Winter Break

January 9 2nd 9 weeks Report Card

January 20 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (Schools Closed)

January 30 Early Dismissal Day for Students (8:10-11:25 pm)

February 17 President’s Day (Schools Closed)

March 6 End of 3rd 9 weeks

March 12 3rd 9 weeks Report Card

March 12 Early Dismissal Day for Students (8:10-11:25 pm)

March 17 Parent Teacher Conferences (3:15-6:15)

March 30-April 3 Spring Break (Schools Closed)

April 10 Good Friday (Schools Closed)

May 25 Memorial Day (Schools Closed)

May 26 Teacher work day (No school for students)

May 27 End of 4th 9 weeks: Last Day of School (8:10-10:10 am)

DISCIPLINE PLANS (Minimum Actions)
Administrators have the discretion to modify disciplinary actions for up to 10 days OSS. Students considered
to be a habitual offender of school policies will be remanded to Daniel McKee Alternative School. Siegel
High School is also not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged, or confiscated items.

ALCOHOL POSSESSION, USE, OR DISTRIBUTION
1st offense - 5 days of OSS and referral to SRO for prosecution.
2nd offense - long term OSS and referral to SRO for prosecution.

CELL PHONE / ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Cell phones, iPods, MP3 players, and all other electronic devices are not to be used, accessed, or displayed
during instructional time and testing. Refer to Policy 6.312 in the Rutherford County Handbook.
1st offense – Teacher Warning
2nd offense – Teacher contacts parent
3rd offense – 1 detention
4th offense - 2 detentions
5th offense - 1 day ISS and possible loss of cell phone privilege during school.
6th offense – 2 days ISS and possible loss of cell phone privilege during school.
7th and each subsequent offense - minimum 3 days ISS and possible loss of cell phone privilege during
school.
*The school is not responsible for lost, stolen, damaged, or confiscated items.

DEFIANCE/DISRESPECT OF SCHOOL PERSONNEL
1st offense – 1-3 days ISS/OSS (depending on severity)
2nd offense – 3-5 days ISS/OSS (depending on severity) possible remandment to Daniel McKee Alternative
School.
Examples- Failure to turn in phone during state testing. Failure to give appropriate name to staff member.

FIGHTING
1st offense - 3 days of OSS (minimum), referral to SRO and possible remandment to Daniel McKee Alternative
School.
2nd offense – 5 days of OSS (minimum), referral to SRO and possible remandment to Daniel McKee Alternative
School.

RESTRICTED AREAS
Students in restricted areas (before school, during school, and during lunch) will result in assigned detention.
Multiple offenses will be subject to detention(s) or suspension. This also applies to locker rooms. Do not loiter
in the locker room(s) without permission.

THEFT
Theft of any kind will result in suspension. The offending student will be held responsible for compensation of
stolen property and law enforcement authorities may be notified. Siegel High School is not responsible for lost
or stolen items.

PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION
Limited to handholding only. Offending students will be disciplined. Students who violate this policy may be
suspended.
1st offense- warning
2nd offense- detention
3rd offense- 1-3 days ISS

MISREPRESENTATION OF INFORMATION
Lying or giving false information to school officials may result in suspension.
When asked by a staff member, students must give appropriate name and respond accordingly with an adult.
Students that fail to respond appropriately may be suspended.

SKIPPING CLASS/MORE THAN 5 MINUTES TARDY TO CLASS
1st offense – 2 detentions
2nd offense - 4 detentions
3rd offense – 1 day ISS
4th offense- 3 days ISS
5th offense- 1-3 days OSS or possible remandment to Daniel McKee

SKIPPING SCHOOL/MISSING MULTIPLE CLASS PERIODS/LEAVING CAMPUS WITHOUT
PERMISSION
1st offense – 1-2 days ISS, possible suspension of driving privileges.
2nd offense - 3-5 days ISS, possible suspension of driving privileges.
3rd offense- 1-2 days OSS, lose driving privileges
4th offense- 3-5 days OSS or possible remandment to Daniel McKee

TOBACCO/ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES/JUUL
1st offense – 1 day ISS
2nd and each subsequent offense – possible citation for statutory offense of tobacco product by SRO and 3 days
ISS. Possession of lighter or matches may result in suspension. Students may be required to attend a tobacco/
electronic cigarette educational program.

VANDALISM
Students marking on, defacing, or destroying school property (including the bus) will be disciplined and must pay
full price of repairing or replacing the property. Vandalism of more than $500 is a zero-tolerance offense.

BULLYING/INTIMIDATION/HARASSMENT
Students shall be provided a safe learning environment free from sexual, racial, ethnic, disability, and religious
discrimination, bullying and harassment. Refer to Rutherford County Policy 6.304. Students violating these
policies will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from school.

DRESS CODE
STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO DRESS FOR SUCCESS. Students of Siegel High School are expected
to dress in a manner that does not distract or interfere with the operation of the school. Student attire that is
disruptive, discriminatory, or endangers the health or safety of oneself or others is not acceptable. Teachers and
administration will enforce the following rules concerning student dress and grooming:
1. Clothing and accessories considered a disturbing influence by teachers and administration are not allowed.
2. Hairstyles, make-up, and general appearance considered a disturbing influence by teachers and administrators
are not allowed.
3. Sagging is not permitted. Pants, shorts, skirts, etc., must be size appropriate and worn as intended.
4. Clothing and accessories bearing slogans/themes/ symbols that promote or suggest drugs, alcohol, sex,
obscenities, sororities, fraternities, or gangs shall not be allowed.

5. Headgear such as hats, hoods, hoodies, beanies, winter hats, caps, knit caps, scarves, do-rags, bandannas, picks,
combs, and sunglasses may not be worn in the building unless for religious or medical reasons with appropriate
documentation (items may be confiscated and returned to parent).
6. Leotards, tights, spandex, lycra, and form fitting clothes are not suitable school wear. However, they are
allowable if worn in conjunction with other garments that adequately cover the shoulders, chest, and whose length
is not shorter than the longest fingertip.
7. See through outfits, sleeveless shirts, bare midriffs, open backs, low cut tops, tube tops, tank tops, halter tops,
thin strapped shirts, mesh shirts are not permitted. No skin should be visible between shirts and pants while sitting
or standing. Undergarments must be covered at all times.
8. The only holes in pants that are allowed are those that are below the longest fingertip.
9. The length of shorts/skirts must be at or below the tip of the longest finger when the student’s arms are extended
along the side of the body.
10. Footwear and shirts must be worn at all times.
11. Sleep and loungewear are not allowed. This includes house shoes.
12. Long outerwear, such as trench coats, should be removed upon entering the building and may not be worn
during the school day.
13. No face paint, ornamental makeup, masks, costumes, or costume accessories allowed, unless it’s a school
dress up day.

DRESS CODE VIOLATIONS
1st offense – Warning- Correction of problem
2nd offense – Contact Parent- Correction of problem
3rd offense – Detention- Correction of problem
4th offense – Administrator discretion. Student may be assigned a personal dress code for the remainder of the
year (i.e., shirts tucked, belt worn)
*If problem cannot be corrected, the student will be placed in ISS for the remainder of the day.

FOOD & DRINKS- PLEASE RESPECT YOUR SCHOOL AND THROW ALL TRASH AWAY
In an effort to keep bugs and rodents out of the building, food is not permitted in the classrooms. Drinks are allowed
in the classrooms at the teachers’ discretion. Food and drinks are not allowed near computers. Students who
fail to throw away trash may be subject to disciplinary action such as cleaning the lunch room.

Siegel High School
Academic Misconduct Policy

Academic Misconduct Defined

Academic Misconduct: Plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, or facilitating any such act. For purposes of this
document, the following definitions apply:

(1) Plagiarism: the adoption or reproduction of ideas, words, statements, images, or works of another
person as one’s own without proper acknowledgment.

(2) Cheating: Using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in any
academic exercise. The term academic exercise includes all forms of work submitted for credit.

(3) Fabrication: Unauthorized falsification or invention of any information or citation in an academic
exercise.

(4) Facilitation: Helping or attempting to help another to violate a provision of the school code of
academic misconduct.

Procedures for Addressing Academic Misconduct

Teachers who suspect that a violation of a provision of the school code of academic misconduct should carry
out one or more of the following actions:

(1) Notify the student(s) involved that he/she is suspected of violating the code of academic misconduct.
(2) Gather/document evidence that pertains to the violation. Evidence may include, but is not limited to:

a. Reproduction of answers on a surface other than the designated answer sheet
b. The exact reproduction of the work of another student
c. Teacher observes cheating in progress.
(3) Notify the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the student(s) involved
(4) Assign a grade of 0 to the assignment in question until the student(s) has redone the assignment or
completed a comparable, curriculum-aligned assignment with a maximum possible grade of 80% on
either.
(5) In the case of multiple violations, the student(s) involved may be referred to the appropriate
administrator for possible disciplinary action

Teachers should include the following statement in their course syllabus:

It is expected that all work you complete for this course is your own. You are expected to
include appropriate citations (when applicable) in all of your work for this course. The
school policy for academic misconduct will be followed. Academic misconduct includes
the following behaviors:

Academic Misconduct: Plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, or facilitating any such act. For
purposes of this document, the following definitions apply:

(5) Plagiarism: the adoption or reproduction of ideas, words, statements, images, or works of
another person as one’s own without proper acknowledgment.

(6) Cheating: Using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in
any academic exercise. The term academic exercise includes all forms of work submitted for
credit.

(7) Fabrication: Unauthorized falsification or invention of any information or citation in an
academic exercise.

(8) Facilitation: Helping or attempting to help another to violate a provision of the school code of
academic misconduct.

Any student suspected of committing academic misconduct will be required to meet
with me to discuss the situation. Your name may also be forwarded to the appropriate
administrator for possible disciplinary action. If you are found responsible for
committing an act of academic misconduct, you will be assigned a grade of 0 for the
applicable assignment until you have completed the required assignments assigned to
you by me as a result of our meeting with a maximum possible grade of 80%.

Descriptions of Academic Misconduct

Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the inclusion of someone else’s product, words, ideas, or data as one’s own work. When a
student submits work for credit that includes the product, words, ideas, or data of others, the source must be
acknowledged by the use of complete, accurate, and specific references. Expectations for the format of citations
may vary slightly among disciplines. By placing one’s name on work submitted for credit, the student certifies
the originality of all work not otherwise identified by appropriate acknowledgments. On written assignments,
if verbatim statements are included, the statements must be enclosed by quotation marks or set off from regular
text as indented extracts.

A student can avoid being charged with plagiarism by acknowledging sources used. Sources must be
acknowledged whenever:

(1) One quotes another person’s actual words or replicates all or part of another’s product;
(2) One uses another person’s ideas, opinions, work, data, or theories, even if they are completely

paraphrased in one’s own words;
(3) One borrows facts, statistics, or other illustrative materials
Unauthorized collaboration with others on papers or projects can inadvertently lead to a charge of plagiarism.
Plagiarism also includes submitting work in which portions were substantially produced by someone acting as a
tutor or editor.

Cheating

Cheating is an act of deception by which a student misrepresents or misleadingly demonstrates that he or she
has mastered information on an academic exercise that he or she has not mastered, including the giving or
receiving of unauthorized help in an academic assignment.

Examples include, but are not limited to:
(1) Copying from another student’s test paper, computer program, project, product, or performance;
(2) Collaborating without authority or allowing another student to copy one’s work;
(3) Using the course textbook or other material not authorized for use during a test or other academic
exercise;
(4) Using unauthorized materials during a test; for example, notes, cell phones, electronic devices, formula
lists, photographs, symbolic representations, and notes written on clothing or other materials;

(5) Resubmitting substantially the same work that was produced for another assignment without the
knowledge and permission of the instructor;

(6) Taking a test for someone else or permitting someone else to take a test for you.

Fabrication

Fabrication is the intentional use of information that the author has invented when he or she states or implies
otherwise, or the falsification of research or other findings with the intent to deceive.

Examples include, but are not limited to:
(1) Citing information not taken from the source indicated;
(2) Inventing data or source information for research or other academic exercises.

Facilitation

Facilitation is assisting another individual or group of individuals in being dishonest in their academic
endeavors.

Examples include, but are not limited to:
(1) Letting another individual copy your homework, test answers, etc.
(2) Giving your assignment, paper, homework, etc. to another student for any reasons without the
permission of the instructor.
(3) Giving test questions to another individual that has not yet taken the exam.
(4) Having an awareness that a student has committed academic misconduct

Tips for Students

(1) Prepare thoroughly for examinations and assignments.
(2) Take the initiative to prevent other students from copying exams or assignments; for example, shield

answer sheets during examinations, and do not loan completed assignments to other students.
(3) Check the course syllabus for a section dealing with academic dishonesty for that course. There may

be special requirements. If there is no written section in the syllabus, ask the instructor what his or her
expectations are, particularly concerning collaboration and citation
(4) Do not look in the direction of other students’ papers during examinations
(5) Utilize a recognized handbook for instruction on citing source materials in papers. Consult with
instructors when in doubt.
(6) Discourage dishonesty among other students
(7) Refuse to assist students who cheat
(8) If extraordinary circumstances cause anxiety over taking an exam or getting an assignment in on
time, talk to the instructor in advance. It is better to request special arrangements rather than resort to
dishonesty.
(9) Inform the instructor if you are aware of other students cheating

Results of Research By Don McCabe,
Founder of the Center for Academic Integrity

 Students suggest that cheating is higher in courses where it is well known that faculty members are
likely to ignore cheating.

 A study of almost 4,500 students at 25 schools, conducted in 200/2001 suggest cheating is a significant
problem in high school - 74% of the respondents admitted to one or more instances of serious test
cheating and 72% admitted to serious cheating on written assignments. Over half of the students
admitted they have engaged in some level of plagiarism on written assignments using the Internet.

Based on the Academic Integrity policy of
Middle Tennessee State University
Special Thanks:

Office of Judicial Affairs and Mediation Services

GRADUATION CEREMONY
Graduation is a special occasion for our students. The senior sponsors work diligently to maintain the dignity of
this event. With this in mind, only honor cords from nationally recognized academic honor societies are to be
worn with the graduation cap & gown. Students may not wear stoles, sashes, medallions, or tassels from any other
organization or club. The administration (or designee) must clear anything related to graduation.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

English – 4 Credits
Math – 4 Credits (Students MUST Take a Math Each Year)
Integrated Math I or Algebra I (1)
Geometry (1)
Algebra II (1)
Upper Level Math (1)
P.E. and Wellness – 1.5 Credits
Wellness (1)
Physical Education (.5)
Fine Arts – 1 Credit
Science – 3 Credits
Biology (1)
Chemistry or Physics (1)
Another Lab Science (1)
Social Studies – 3 Credits
World History and Geography (1)
U.S. History and Geography (1)
Economics (.5)
Government (.5)
Personal Finance - .5 Credit
Foreign Language – 2 Credits (Must Be the Same Language)
Elective Focus – 3 Credits
Additional Elective – 1 Credit

23 Total Credits Required for Graduation
 Special education students who earn 22 units of credit shall receive a regular education diploma. (These
credits must include all courses required by the Tennessee Department of Education.)
 Students must complete an Elective Focus of Three Units: in Advanced Placement, science and math,
humanities, fine arts, JROTC, or in a state approved CTE Program of Study.
 The Fine Art and Foreign Language Requirements may be waived for students who are sure they
are not attending a University and be replaced with courses designed to enhance and expand the elective
focus.

Course Substitutions:
JROTC (2 years) for Wellness and P.E.
JROTC (3 years) for Government, Personal Finance, Wellness and P.E.
American Business Legal Systems (ABLS) for Government
Business Economics, Consumer Economics, Marketing and Management I or Virtual Enterprise for Economics

Required End-of-Course Tests: English I, English II, Integrated Math I, Integrated Math II, Integrated Math III,
U.S. History, Biology.

TYPES OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS

The REGULAR diploma will be awarded to students who have:
(a) earned the specified minimum 23 credits (22 credits for students with an IEP)
(b) satisfactory records of attendance and conduct.

A TRANSITIONAL CERTIFICATE may be awarded at the end of their fourth year of high school to students
with disabilities who have:
(a) taken classes toward a high school diploma (22 credits).
(b) satisfactorily completed an IEP.
(c) satisfactory records of attendance and conduct.

An IEP CERTIFICATE will be awarded to students with disabilities who have:
(a) satisfactorily completed an IEP.
(b) successfully completed a portfolio.
(c) satisfactory records of attendance and conduct.

VALEDICTORIAN CRITERIA
(a) The valedictorian/salutatorian shall be the student who attains the highest grade point average for grades 9-12
and;
(b) The valedictorian/salutatorian shall have taken a minimum of twelve (12) honors or above honors level
courses and;
(c) The valedictorian shall meet all requirements for a student graduating with honors and a student graduating
with distinction pursuant to the Tennessee Board of Education’s criteria.

GRADUATION WITH HONORS – The State Board of Education has identified students who are to receive
honors diplomas as follows; “Students who score at or above all of the subject area readiness benchmarks on the
ACT or equivalent score on the SAT will graduate with honors.”
Benchmarks: English 18; Math 22; Reading 22; Science 23

GRADUATION WITH DISTINCTION – Students will be recognized as graduating with “distinction” by
attaining a B average and completing at least one of the following:
(a) earn a nationally recognized industry certification
(b) participate in at least one of the Governor’s Schools
(c) participate in one of the state’s All State musical organizations
(d) be selected as a National Merit Finalist of Semi-Finalist
(e) attain a score of 31 or higher composite score on the ACT
(f) attain a score of 3 or higher on at least two advanced placement exams
(g) earn 12 or more semester hours of transcripted postsecondary credit

WORKPLACE DISTINCTION- The purpose of the Work Ethic Distinction is to address the needs that
industry has for employees who have both technical and employability/soft skills. The Work
Ethic Distinction is a proactive solution to the challenge employers have in hiring individuals
who are prepared for the world of work. Students who obtain this distinction are proving
that they are both college and career ready. To receive the Work Ethic Distinction a student
must earn a minimum of 20 pints our of a possible 40 points on the industry developed
employability standards and a regular high school diploma. Earning a Work Ethic Distinction
and meeting job-related requirements will guarantee an interview with participating
Rutherford County employers. See the following website for the Standards

https://rutherfordworks.com/images/programs/WED/Rutherford-Works-Diploma-11x17-half-fold-Draft5.pdf

VALEDICTORIAN CRITERIA FOR THE CLASS OF 2023 AND BEYOND

All students and all subjects (except pass/fail grades) are included in class rank and GPA. The Tennessee Board of
Education’s Uniform Grading System will be used for semester grades. GPA and class rank are based on semester
averages only.

Grade & Percentage Weighting for Hon- Weighting for Local Weighting for Ad-
Quality Range ors/Advanced and Statewide Dual vanced
Points Honors Courses & Credit Courses, and Placement, Cambridge,
National Industry Dual Enrollment International
A=4 QP Certification Courses Baccalaureate Courses
B=3 QP
C=2 QP 93 100 Will include the addi- Will include the addi- Will include the addition
D=1 QP tion of 4 percentage of 5 percentage points
F=0 QP 85 92 tion of points to the grades to the grades used to
3 percentage points used to calculate the calculate the semester
75 84 to the semester average* average*

70 74 grades used to calcu-

0 69 late the

semester average*

*Weighting is subject to the grading system requirements outlined in Board Policy 4.600.
Class rank is computed at the end of the 5th and 7th semesters (regular semesters, not summer semesters). When a
course is repeated, BOTH grades become a part of the GPA.

With regard to a Dual Enrollment Course taken by a student at an institute of higher education (IHE), if the IHE
does not provide the district with numerical grades, the school district will convert the letter grade to a numeric
grade based upon the following conversion:

Letter Grade Received from Numerical Grade Conversion
IHE
100
A+ 95
A 93
A- 92
B+

B 88
B- 85
C+ 84
C 80
C- 75
D 70
F 65

The additional four (4) percentage points will then be added to the student’s final grade.

Valedictorian/Salutatorian Criteria

1. The valedictorian/salutatorian shall be the student(s) who attain(s) the highest grade point average
for grades 9-12 and;

2. The valedictorian/salutatorian shall have taken a minimum of twelve (12) honors or above honors
level courses and;

3. The valedictorian/salutatorian shall meet all requirements for a student graduating with distinction
pursuant to the Tennessee Board of Education’s criteria.

4. In the event multiple students meet the aforementioned criteria, then the highest achieved ACT
composite will serve as the final determination criteria. This will begin with the graduating class of
2023.

5. The requirements for valedictorian/salutatorian must be completed by the end of the 7th semester.

Exception: Schools in Rutherford County with an enrollment of less than 500 students shall determine valedictorian/
salutatorian based upon honors and above honors level courses available.

Exception: If there is no student within the school who meets the above listed criteria, the valedictorian shall be
the student with the highest grade point average.

Each high school principal shall approve a list of courses eligible for Honors/Advanced Honors and Advanced
Placement status. A copy of the approved list will be placed in the Administrative Procedures.

Manual for the preceding school year. All honors/advanced honors and advanced placement courses must meet
the Tennessee Board of Education’s guidelines regarding standards for honors courses.

Students graduating with distinction will be noted and recognized in the graduation printed program. Additional
“graduation with distinction” recognition will be the decision of the Board.

TENNESSEE EDUCATION LOTTERY SCHOLARSHIP
Regardless of the path you choose, you may be eligible for a Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship! See your
counselor or visit the state’s website for more details: www.collegepaystn.com

GRADE AND REPORT CARD INFORMATION

SCHOOL-WIDE GRADING POLICY
Grades will be calculated using a total points system.

GRADING SCALE & QUALITY POINTS
A=4 QP 93-100

B=3 QP 85-92
C=2 QP 75-84
D=1 QP 70-74
F= 0 QP Below 70

REPORT CARDS AND PROGRESS REPORTS

Report cards will be issued every nine weeks. Individual teachers will issue progress reports approximately 4.5

weeks after the new nine-weeks begins.

Distribution of Report Cards

1st nine weeks Thursday, October 4, 2019

2nd nine weeks Thursday, January 9, 2020

3rd nine weeks Thursday, March 12, 2020

4th nine weeks Wednesday, May 27, 2020

GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) & CLASS RANK are based on semester averages only. The maximum
numerical grade recorded for a grading period (six weeks) shall be: Standard Courses 100 points, Honors/
Advanced Honors Courses 103 points, AP Courses 105 points. Class rank is computed at the end of the 5th and
7th semesters (regular semesters, not summer semesters). When a course is repeated, BOTH grades become a part
of the GPA.

DESCRIPTIVE TERMS: Courses will have these descriptive terms.
1. ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) identifies a course designed to prepare the student to bypass certain credits
by earning an acceptable score on the AP exam in that subject. Students enrolled in AP classes will have three
extra points added to the grades used to calculate the semester average. In order to receive the extra two points on
each grading period, mid-term exam and final exam, students must sit for the AP exam. If a student does not sit
for the exam, he/she will still receive the three points.

2. DUAL ENROLLMENT (DE) is a postsecondary course, taught either at the postsecondary institution or at the high
school, by postsecondary faculty or credentialed adjunct faculty. Dual enrollment instructors must meet postsecondary
requirements, but do not have to meet specific TN teacher licensure or endorsement requirements. Dual enrollment
courses can be taught at the postsecondary campus, the high school, or online. The location of the course does not affect
its status as a dual enrollment course. Students are enrolled at the postsecondary institution and earn postsecondary
credit upon completion of the course. High school credit is awarded based on local policy.

3. ADVANCED HONORS (ADV HON) identifies a course designed to be very challenging and requires
additional work beyond the Honors level. Students enrolled in Advanced Honors courses will have three points
added to their average each grading period and to the mid-term and final exams.

4. HONORS (HON) identifies a course designed to be very challenging and requires additional work beyond
the standard level. Students enrolled in Honors classes will have three points added to their average each grading
period and to the mid-term and final exams.
5. RESOURCE (R) identifies a course for students that follow an Individualized Educational Program (IEP).
6. INCLUSION (I) identifies a standard level course that may include students with an IEP.

PRINCIPAL’S LIST includes students that have all “A’s.”

HONOR ROLL includes students who have all “A’s” and “B’s.”

PUPIL CLASSIFICATION: is determined by the total number of credits a student has earned at the end of the

second semester each school year.

Senior > 17 credits

Junior > 11 credits

Sophomore > 5 credits

Freshman < 5 credits

GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
Guidance counselors are available to give students assistance with educational, vocational, and personal problems.
Each student is assigned a counselor. Counselors will help students identify their potential and learn to develop
this to the fullest.

SCHEDULE CHANGES
COURSES MAY BE DROPPED during the first grading period of each semester with administration permission
provided the student remains in six credit classes.

COURSES WILL NOT BE DROPPED after the midpoint of each semester.

SCHEDULE CHANGES WILL ONLY BE MADE FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS- Course
completed during summer school, no course assigned during a period, required course missing, or academic
misplacement.

WITHDRAWAL AND TRANSFER
When a student withdraws from school, all records must be cleared, textbooks returned, and indebtedness paid.
A transcript will not be forwarded to another school for admission until the above criteria are met. Any student
wishing to withdraw from school must have his/her parent’s written permission and must withdraw officially
through the guidance department. A student is not officially withdrawn until notification of re-enrollment has
been received.

LOCKERS
Lockers are provided to students for a small rental expense. The locker and lock combination are the student’s
personal responsibility. All non-approved locks will be removed. Students should contact an assistant principal
(or designee) for assistance in opening jammed lockers. Lockers are subject to search by school personnel without
prior notification. Loss of lock will result in a $5.00 replacement fee.

LOST AND FOUND
Siegel High School is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property. Students should not bring
large amounts of money, cell phones, IPads, expensive jewelry, or other valuables to school. Unattended
items should be turned in to the front office as soon as possible.

LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER - Media Center Hours:
Monday – Thursday 7:20 A.M. to 4:10 P.M.
Friday 7:55 A.M. - 3:25 P.M.

Students must enter and exit the entrance on the backside of the library (adjacent to the front hallway). The other
two exits are for emergency only.

Students may come to the library between classes and after school with a signed note. If a student comes to the
library during his/her class time, he/she must have a signed note, unless accompanied by his teacher. When a
student enters the library, he/she should come to the checkout desk immediately to have his note signed by one
of the librarians. It will be noted exactly what time the student arrives. After the student has completed his/her
work in the library, he/she should come to the checkout desk again so that the librarian can note the time of his
departure. Before students leave the library, they should push up their chairs, throw away any scrap paper, and
return extra books to the checkout desk.

Students must sign the computer logbook located at the librarians’ checkout desk (only one student per computer).
Students must note the time, teacher, # of computer used, and specific topic for which they are doing research.
This must be done before they begin their research. The library Internet computers are for RESEARCH ONLY!
Students are not allowed to use the e-mail system, play games, or visit chat rooms.

A copy machine is available for student use, however there may be a small fee per color copy.

More student usage information available: www.sgh.rcschools.net

MEDICAL CLINIC INFORMATION
MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION
If a student becomes ill or injured while on school grounds, it is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to
provide transportation and care of the student. Temporary care will be provided for ill students until the arrival of
the parent or guardian. Extreme emergencies will be referred to Middle Tennessee Medical Center. Emergency
service transportation expenses are the responsibility of the parent or guardian.

NURSE
A registered nurse is available, for a portion of each school day, to students in need of medical assistance.  Parents
are required to bring in any medications their student may need during school hours since there is no stock
medicine available in the clinic.  Please notify the nurse at ext. 29519 for any health care needs your student may
have.

TECHNOLOGY/COMPUTER USAGE
Each student will be assigned a user name and password for computer usage within the school. Prior to receiving
a user name and password, each student and his/her parent(s)/guardian must read the Internet Permission and
Acceptable Use Procedure Guidelines and complete the User Agreement and Parent Permission Form. The
Guidelines and the Form are found in the student’s copy of the Rutherford County School System Code of
Behavior and Discipline. Each student will return the signed form to his/her first period teacher. No student will
have access to any school computer without his user name and password. The user name and password will be
assigned after the User Agreement Form is signed and returned to the first period teacher. Violation of any part of
this policy may result in loss of computer privileges and/or disciplinary action.

TELEPHONES (SCHOOL)
With permission, students may use the front office telephones before or after classes. Calls to school for students
are discouraged. Messages for students will be taken in the office in case of an emergency. Students shall not use
teacher telephones.

SAFETY
Students are expected to act safely at all times. Students should use caution and follow all classroom safety
policies when conducting lab experiments and working on shop projects. Students are expected to walk, not run
in the hallways.

FIRE, TORNADO, AND EARTHQUAKE
A First Responder Team consisting of a nurse, teachers, and administrators are trained for emergency situations.
Teachers receive training in Emergency and Safety Plans. Fire and tornado drills meet state and local safety
guidelines.

STUDENT BEHAVIOR
Teachers and administrators strive to create a school environment favorable to the development of self-discipline
and the most favorable conditions conducive to learning. The school administration is responsible for establishing
and maintaining effective discipline within the school. This authority shall extend to all activities of the school,
including all games and public performances of athletic teams, trips, excursions, transportation to and from
school, and other school activities and groups.

Students shall comply with all school rules and regulations. Failure to comply with such rules and regulations
shall result in such punishment as may be prescribed by the teacher or administrator.

Each teacher is responsible for and shall have such authority as is necessary for the maintenance of good order
within the classroom for the promotion of an environment conducive to learning. Teachers have the authority and
responsibility to assist in the discipline of the total school.

A student facing disciplinary action shall be (1) given oral or written notice of charges against him/her; (2) if he/
she denies them, an explanation of the evidence the authorities have will be given to the student; and (3) he/she
has an opportunity to present his/her side of the situation.

A student who for reasons known only to him/her neglects or refuses to abide by the standards of the school
or whose conduct is detrimental to the school may expect to receive such treatment as, but not limited to the
following:
1. Suspension from school with proper notification.
2. Detention after school, with proper punishment.
3. Receive corporal punishment.
4. Removal from class with loss of credit.
5. Parent and student conference with administration.
6. Expulsion from school by the Rutherford County Board of Education.
Special education students will be disciplined in a manner consistent with federal regulations and their
interpretations.

EXPULSIONS/ SUSPENSIONS / DETENTIONS
Any principal, principal-teacher, or assistant principal may suspend any student from attendance at school or
any school related activity on or off campus (out-of-school suspension) or from attendance at a specific class
or classes or from riding a school bus without suspending such student from attendance at school (in-school
suspension), for good and sufficient reasons including, but not limited to:
1. Willful and persistent violation of the rules of the school.
2. Immoral or disreputable conduct, including vulgar or profane language.
3. Violence or threatened violence against the person of any personnel attending or assigned to any school.
4. Willful or malicious damage to real or personal property of the school, or the property of any person attending
or assigned to the school.
5. Inciting, advising, or counseling of others to engage in any of the acts in here above enumerated.
6. Marking, defacing, or destroying school property.
7. Possession of a pistol, gun, or firearm on school property.
8. Possession of a knife, etc., as defined in TCA 39-17-1301, on school property.
9. Assaulting a principal or teacher with vulgar, obscene, or threatening language.
10. Unlawful uses or possession of barbital or legend drugs, as defined in TCA 53-10-101.
11. Off-campus criminal behavior, which results in the student being legally charged with a felony and the
student’s continued presence in school poses a danger to persons or property or disrupts the educational process.
12. Any other conduct prejudicial to good order in any school.

RULES FOR DETENTION (D-Hall)
DETENTION WILL MEET IN THE LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER ON SCHEDULED DAYS FROM
3:15-4:10 PM OR 7:05-8:00 AM
1. Students will be seated, quiet, and working on academics by 3:15 (or 7:05 a.m.). No drinks, food, candy, or
other edibles will be allowed.
2. Students tardy to detention will not be admitted without administrative approval.
3. Students that sleep, fail to work academically, talk, or create disruptions will be removed from detention and
assigned ISS.
4. Students may reschedule an assigned detention (in advance) with their administrator/dean. Missed detention
will result in automatic assignment to ISS.

RULES FOR IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION (ISS)
The following rules and regulations will be adhered to and enforced while the student is attending In-School
Suspension (ISS). A form signed by both the student and his/her parent/guardian must be presented to the teacher
of ISS upon entering the program. Additional classroom policies and guidelines will be explained on the first day
of the program.

1. Students will be present and seated by 8:10 a.m. Students will remain in ISS until dismissed following the 3:10
p.m. bell. Failure to attend ISS on the date(s) assigned will result in ISS day(s) being changed to out-of-school
suspension days. Reassignment of ISS days will occur only if a doctor’s note is provided for missing the assigned
date(s).
2. Students will be required and responsible for bringing class assignments, textbooks, and all necessary materials
needed to complete the assigned work. If a student arrives without any one of the previously mentioned items,
the student will be asked to call a parent to pick him/her up and ISS day(s) will be changed to out-of-school
suspension.
3. Students will not be allowed to communicate with each other while in ISS.
4. Disrespectful language or conduct toward the teacher or other students will not be allowed. Proper English will
be practiced, and respect and courtesy for others will be shown at all times.
5. No chewing gum, candy, or other edibles will be allowed. Food for lunch is allowed and will be eaten during
the lunch period only. Lunch, milk, or soft drinks may be purchased from the cafeteria.
6. Students will present a neat, well-groomed appearance at all times. The dress code for Siegel High School
remains in effect.
7. Personal grooming will not be allowed during the day. Examples include combing or brushing hair, applying
makeup, filing nails, etc.
8. Students will not leave their seats unless they have permission from the teacher.
9. A student will sit upright in his/her seat at all times with both feet on the floor. There will be NO sleeping.
10. No student shall leave the room during the school day except in case of an emergency. The ISS teacher shall
determine the existence of an emergency.

STUDENT INSURANCE
Insurance is available for a small fee. All athletes are expected to purchase the school insurance plan. Students
enrolled in shop or laboratory courses are encouraged to purchase the school insurance plan. The Rutherford
County Board of Education does not pay any medical or hospital bill incurred as a result of an accident to the
pupil at the school. The parent or guardian is responsible for such fees. If you are interested, see the front office
for a form.

SCHOOL CLOSING
School may be closed due to inclement weather. Students should listen to the radio or television to receive the
latest information regarding the closing of schools. Parents should use their own discretion about sending their
child to school.

TENNESSEE EDUCATION LOTTERY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Award amount: $4,000 for 4-year institutions; $2,000 for 2-year institutions; $2,000 for Tennessee technology
centers (no GPA or ACT requirement)
Eligibility Requirements for TN HOPE Scholarship Recipients:
*Entering freshmen must have a minimum 21 ACT (980 SAT) or
*Overall un-weighted minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA)
See your counselor or visit the state’s website for more details: www.collegepaystn.com

VISITORS
For student safety and security reasons, Siegel High School is a closed campus. Visitors are not permitted except
for official business and those approved through the office. Students may not bring non-students, brothers, sisters,
friends, or out-of-town visitors to school. All individuals must give their picture ID upon entering the building.

ZERO-TOLERANCE BEHAVIOR
In order to ensure a safe and secure learning environment free of drugs, violence, and dangerous weapons, any
student who engages in the following behaviors will be subject to expulsion for a period of not less than one
(1) calendar year. The superintendent shall have the authority to modify this expulsion on a case-by-case basis.
*Zero-tolerance acts are as follows:
1. Battery upon any teacher, principal, administrator or other employee of the local education agency, bus driver,
School Resource Officer, or other contracted personnel, or any authorized volunteer.
2. Possession/use/transfer of dangerous weapons.
3. Possessing unlawfully any narcotic or stimulant drug, prescription drug, or any other controlled substance
(including marijuana).
4. Unlawfully using or being under the influence of any narcotic or stimulant drug, prescription drug, or any other
controlled substance (including marijuana).
5. Sale/distribution/transfer of any narcotic or stimulant drug, prescription drug or any other controlled substance
(including marijuana).
6. Commits vandalism of school property which results in the student being criminally charged with vandalism
over $500 pursuant to T.C.A. 39-14-408.
7. Any student who transmits by an electronic device any communication containing a credible threat to cause
bodily injury or death to another student or school employee and the transmission of such threat creates actual
disruptive activity at the school that requires administrative intervention shall be expelled for a period of not less
than one (1) calendar year.
8. Any student who makes bomb threats, commits sexual misconduct that results in the student being charged
with sexual battery, sexual assault, indecent exposure, rape, or aggravated sexual battery shall be expelled for a
period of not less than one (1) calendar year.

The Superintendent may modify the expulsion on a case-by-case basis by allowing a student to attend an alternative
school or in any other manner (Policy 6.309).

August 2019

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

29 30 31 1 23

4

5 6 78 9 10
12
First Day for First FULL 11
Students Day Student 16 17

Abbreviated 14 15
Day

2-Hours

13

18
19 20 21 22 23 24

25
26 27 28 29 30 31

1

September 2019

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

2 345 67

Labor Day 8
NO SCHOOL

9 10 11 12 13 14

Early Dismissal 15
Day for Students
3 hour, 15-minutes

16 17 18 19 20 21

22
23 24 25 26 27 28

29
30 1 2 3 4 5

6

October 2019

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

30 1 2 3 45

END 6
1st 9 Weeks

7 8 9 10 11 12

FALL BREAK
13
14 15 16 17 18 19

Report

Cards 20
1st 9 Weeks

21 22 23 24 25 26

Parent Teacher 27
Conferences 12

28 29 30 31

3

November 2019

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

28 29 30 31 12

3
4 5 6 7 89

Early Dismissal 10
Day for Students
3 hour, 15-minutes

11 12 14 14 15 16

17
18 19 20 21 22 23

24
25 26 27 28 29 30

THANKSGIVING BREAK

1

December 2019

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

25 26 27 28 29 30

1
2 3 4 5 67

8
9 10 11 12 13 14

15
16 17 18 19 20 21

23 24 25 Abbreviated Day 22
2-Hours 29
WINTER
End of 2nd
9 weeks

26 27 28

BREAK

January 2020

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

30 31 1 2 34

WINTER BREAK

5
6 7 8 9 10 11

Winter Break STUDENTS 15 Report 12
NO SCHOOL RETURN Cards 17 18
TEACHERS 2nd Quarter
14
RETURN 16

13

20 21 22 23 19
24 25
MLK Holiday
NO SCHOOL 26

27 28 29 30 31 1

Early Dismissal 2
Day for Students
3 hour, 15-minutes

February 2020

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

27 28 29 30 31 1

2
3 4 5 6 78

9
10 11 12 13 14 15

16
17 18 19 20 21 22

Presidents Day 23
NO SCHOOL

24 25 26 27 28 29

1

March 2020

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

2 345 67

9 10 End of 3rd 8
Nine Weeks 15

11 12 13 14

16 17 Early Dismissal 20 21
Day for Students
3 hour, 15-minutes
Report Cards

3rd Quarter

18 19

23 Parent Teacher 22
Conferences 25 26 27 28

24

30 31 1 2 3 4 29
5
SPRING BREAK

April 2020

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

30 31 1 2 34

SPRING BREAK 5

6 7 8 9 10 11

Good Friday 12
NO SCHOOL

13 14 15 16 17 18

19
20 21 22 23 24 25

27 28 29 30 26
12

9

May 2020

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

27 28 29 30 12

3
4 5 6 6 89

10
11 12 13 14 15 16

17
18 19 20 21 22 23

24

25 26 27 28 29 30
31
Memorial Day Teacher Report
SCHOOL Work Day Cards
CLOSED NO SCHOOL 4th 9 Weeks
for Students LAST DAY for
students
2 HOUR DAY

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