Eagleville HS Agenda 17-18

Eagleville High School

2017-2018

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

500 Old Highway 99
Eagleville, TN 37060
Phone: 615-904-6710
Fax: 615-274-6859
Website: www.eag.k12.tn.us

This handbook is in addition to the Rutherford County System Code of Behavior and Discipline and other
federal, state, and local codes and policies. It is not an exclusive document. The administration and
faculty of Eagleville High School and the Rutherford County School System retain complete discretion to
take any action that insures a positive and productive educational environment within the guidelines of
the aforementioned codes, laws, and policies.

No person shall on the basis of race, creed, ethnic origin, or sex, be excluded from participation in, be
denied the benefits of, be treated differently from another person, or likewise be discriminated against in
any educational program, interscholastic activity, club, or intramural athletics offered by Rutherford
County Educational System.

NAME ASSIGNMENT NAME ASSIGNMENT NAME ASSIGNMENT

William Principal Jason Brown Assistant Wayne Assistant
Tollett Principal Coward Principal

Lee Ann Secretary Jennifer Sisk Attendance Allison Bookkeeper
Smith Goforth

Annie Guidance Joseph Graduation Christy Tibbs Technology
Williams Wilson Coach

Edwin SRO Amelia Evans Librarian Chris Library E.A.
Fitzgerald Leathers

Amy Murphy ISS Tammy Nurse Karen Goins Food Service
Carroll

Theresa Food Service Kristie Brink Food Service Tammy Food Service
Atchley Burton

Amberly Food Service Emily Greer Food Service Donna Hall Food Service
Corter

Penny Food Service Monica Laidig Food Service Kristi Food Service
Hughes Leathers

Malirie Food Service Tammy Food Service Vicki Adams Custodian
Leathers Merritt

Kayre Driver Custodian Sue Haley Custodian Eric Marlin Custodian

Jimmie Custodian Mark Smith Custodian Lyndon Custodian
Shannon Watson

Carrie Schlick SPED Rebecca SPED E.A. Maryann SPED E.A.
Kohler Wilson

Leslie Trail English Myra English II Nancy English III
Warden
I/Communications Thornton

for Life

Melissa English IV/Drama Carol Keasler Math Valerie Stahr Math
Broyles

Hayley Math Bonnie Math Alan Pepper History
Stowell Wright

Stephen History Travis History Richard History
Graves Holland Bolden

Sara Beth Spanish II-IV Elizabeth Spanish I Michael Science
Lewis Shrum McClaran

Jamie Casteel Science Mac Jones Science Alex Roberts Science

Shane Criminal Justice Bruce Haley Agriculture Emily Horticulture/
Chapman Marshall Small Animal

Joseph Reed Business/ Libby Sledge Business/ Shaila Travis Business

Yearbook Yearbook

Shawn JROTC Chris Crumley Band Director Ed Freytag Band
Waldrip

Candace Chorus Melinda Art Tom Fiveash Weightlifiting
Adams Dickens

Billy Spann Wellness Floyd Walker Weightlifting Chad Leeman Drivers
Education

CLASS SPONSORS

Freshman:
Roberts, Hendrixson, Wright, Travis, Shrum, Wilson, Dickens
Sophomore:
Spann, Broyles, Stowell, Stahr, Bolden, Leeman, Reed, Waldrip
Junior:
Walker, Graves, Thornton, Chapman, Casteel, Pepper, Evans, Lewis
Senior:
Fiveash, Schlick, Keasler, Jones, Holland, Crumley, Freytag, Warden

7 PERIOD SCHEDULE BELL SCHEDULE
7:35-7:45 MONDAY
7:45-7:50 Release to Class
7:50-8:40 Announcements/Attendance
8:40-8:45 1st Period
8:45-9:35 Class Change
9:35-9:40 2nd Period
9:40-10:30 Class Change
10:30-10:35 3rd Period
10:35-11:25 Class Change
11:25-11:30 4th Period
11:30-12:55 Class Change
11:30-12:00 5th Period
12:25-12:55 1st Lunch
12:55-1:00 2nd Lunch
1:00-1:50 Class Change
1:50-1:55 6th Period
1:55-2:45 Class Change
7th Period

BELL SCHEDULE

BLOCK A SCHEDULE TUES & THURS BLOCK B SCHEDULE WED & FRI

7:35-7:45 Release to Class 7:35-7:45 Release to Class
7:45-7:50 Announcements/ 7:45-7:50 Announcements/
Attendance Attendance
7:50-8:40 1st Period 7:50-8:40 1st Period
8:40-8:45 Class Change 8:40-8:45 Class Change
8:45-9:20 VIP 8:45-9:20 VIP
8:50 Movement Bell 8:50 Movement Bell
9:20-9:25 Class Change 9:20-9:25 Class Change
9:25-10:55 2nd Period 9:25-10:55 3rd Period
10:55-11:00 Class Change 10:55-11:00 Class Change
11:00-1:05 4th Period 11:00-1:05 5th Period
11:35-11:40 1st Lunch Dismissal 11:35-11:40 1st Lunch Dismissal
11:40-12:10 1st Lunch 11:40-12:10 1st Lunch
12:10-12:15 1st Lunch Dismissal 12:10-12:15 1st Lunch Dismissal
12:30-12:35 2nd Lunch Dismissal 12:30-12:35 2nd Lunch Dismissal
12:35-1:05 2nd Lunch 12:35-1:05 2nd Lunch
1:05-1:10 Class Change 1:05-1:10 Class Change
1:10-2:45 6th Period 1:10-2:45 7th Period

School begins promptly at 7:45 and dismisses at 2:45. K-12 students arriving before 7:45 should enter through the
front door and report immediately to the cafeteria. 9-12 student drivers should enter through the high school back
door and report to the cafeteria. Students are to remain in the cafeteria until they are dismissed beginning at 7:35.
Students should not arrive at school before 7:00 a.m. Eagleville School will observe the following time schedule
and bell signals:

7:00 Unlock doors, students report to cafeteria
7:35 Dismissal from the cafeteria begins
7:45 School begins
2:45 School is dismissed.

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Eagleville School is to facilitate achievement of state and national standards in a focused, supportive,
and safe environment thus enabling our students to acquire the skills necessary to achieve post-secondary success.

OUR BELIEFS

Learning
• All students can learn and will become life-long learners.
• An optimal and safe learning environment encourages all students to reach their fullest potential.
Instruction
• All state standards and competencies are taught in appropriate grade levels using differentiated learning styles.
• Technology is used to enhance learning at all grade levels.
Assessment
• Expectations for student learning will be to provide them a variety of assessments to demonstrate their

achievements in state and national standards.
Policy
• Our school rules and expectations are discussed and approved by faculty members and are recorded in student

handbooks which must be signed by parents and students.
Decision Making
• Grade, department, and school level collaboration is a vital part of our decision making.
• Our decision making process will always include input from all stakeholders.

VISION
Eagleville School’s vision will enable the students to achieve their fullest potential academically, physically,
emotionally, and socially by incorporating the following elements:
• A safe and disciplined school climate that will foster creativity, enthusiasm, pride, and respect for every child.
• Teachers and stakeholders collaborating to be leaders of instruction.
• Opportunities for all students to achieve success in multiple areas of extracurricular activities.
• The inspiration for students to become life-long learners and contributing members of society.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
• Know and adhere to reasonable rules and regulations established by the Rutherford County Board of Education

and Eagleville School.
• Respect the human dignity and worth of every individual.
• Refrain from libel, slanderous remarks and obscenity in verbal and written expressions.
• Study and maintain the best possible level of academic achievement.
• Be punctual and present in the regular school program.
• Dress and groom in a manner that meets reasonable standards of health, cleanliness, modesty, and safety.
• Maintain and/or improve the school environment, preserve school and private property, and exercise care while

using facilities.
• Refrain from behavior which would lead to physical or emotional harm or disrupt the educational process.
• Respect the authority of school administrators, teachers and other authorized personnel in maintaining discipline in

the school and at school sponsored activities.
• Obey the law and school rules.
• Possess on school grounds only those materials acceptable under the law and accept the consequences for articles

stored in one’s locker, back-pack, and other personal possessions.
• Bullying will never be tolerated and policy will be followed.

THE SCHOOL DAY
The school day begins at 7:45 a.m. Students must be in their classroom by this time each day or they will be counted
as tardy to school.. The school day ends at 2:45 p.m. School buses begin to depart promptly at 2:45. Any change in
the normal procedure of going home MUST be preceded by a note from the parent explaining the reason for the
change and must be signed by office staff before 8:00 a.m. Phone calls WILL NOT be honored except in cases of
extreme emergencies. Before leaving home, please let your child know if any changes will be made in the afternoon
pick-up. Signing children out after 2:30 p.m. is discouraged. If your child needs to be picked up after 2:30, we
encourage parents to use the car rider line. We understand that emergencies do arise, however changing
transportation, verifying the parent contact, and relaying messages is a complicated process and endangers the safety
of our students. We cannot allow the security of any child to be at risk. School officials are not responsible for
transportation changes. Car riders and walkers will be dismissed at 2:50 p.m. from the front of the building only.
No parking behind the playground.

ILLNESS AT SCHOOL
Students who become ill while at school must report to their teacher to be sent to the school nurse. Parents will be
contacted immediately. It is imperative that parents inform the office of any changes in residence or phone number
over the course of the school year. A sick or injured child should never have to wait hours in the clinic/office
because their emergency information has not been properly updated. Injuries requiring medical attention will be
handled on an emergency basis. A parent or guardian will be notified immediately. Students should not be sent to
school vomiting or with a fever.

MEDICATION
Parents must complete the appropriate medical form if their child needs to be administered medication at school.
These forms are available from the school nurse. Parents must deliver the medication to the school nurse. All
prescription medication must be in the original pharmacy labeled container. All non-prescription medication given
in school must be brought in the original container. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD A STUDENT
BE ALLOWED TO TRANSPORT MEDICATION OF ANY KIND.

VISITORS TO CAMPUS
Eagleville School is a closed campus.
Visitors are not permitted except for official reasons approved by the principal. Students are not to bring guests to
school. Our full-time efforts must be directed toward our own students. Social visits are not allowed. Students that
are not enrolled at Eagleville School are not allowed to eat lunch or visit with our students.
All visitors are required to come to the office for a visitor’s pass, which must be displayed at all times while on
school grounds. A valid driver's license is required to receive a visitor's pass.
Visitors are not permitted to a teacher’s room without an appointment. Parent involvement is a very important
factor in the success of our school, however teachers need to keep students focused and on task without
interruptions.
Most visitor business can and should be handled in the office to avoid disturbing the
teaching process. It is for this reason that we request that if you need to conference with a teacher, you should
schedule an appointment at a time convenient for all involved.
Visitors are expected to leave promptly when their business is complete.

CONFERENCES
Eagleville School currently has two scheduled parent teacher conferences per year. One in the fall and one in the
spring. If a parent would like to request an additional conference they should inquire at the front office or email the
teacher directly. All teachers are required to have a twenty four hour notice prior to a parent conference.

CARE OF TEXTBOOKS
Textbooks are the property of the Rutherford County Board of Education and shall be returned at the end of the
school year, upon completion of a course, or upon withdrawal from school. Parents are required to sign an
agreement stating they will be responsible for the textbooks received and used by their children. If it is determined
that there has been willful loss or damage of the textbook, the principal shall access the appropriate fine and notify
the parents in writing. The principal may include with the notice a provision stating that failure to pay the fine
imposed within a reasonable time may result in the withholding of all grade cards, diplomas, or transcripts until
restitution is made to the school.

SCHOOL PICTURES
During the school year a commercial photography company will make individual and group pictures. Students are
given the opportunity to purchase his/her pictures if so desired. Although Eagleville School receives remuneration
from these pictures, no pressure is put on the student to purchase the pictures.

FUND-RAISERS
Eagleville School will sponsor ONLY 1 fundraiser per year– The Eagle Strut. Clubs and athletics are not included
in the above statement.

TRANSFER OF MONEY
No personal checks may be cashed at Eagleville School. This is a state law. Checks written for fees or fund-raisers
should be addressed to Eagleville School.

STUDENT INSURANCE
School insurance is available to students as a special service. Athletic insurance is also available to those
participating in sports. The school does not sell this insurance, but makes it available through an agent only as a
convenience to the student. Insurance is only compulsory for school-sponsored athletics. These students must show
proof of coverage or subscribe to the school insurance.

CAFETERIA POLICY
A nutritious breakfast and lunch is served daily; therefore, all students are encouraged to participate in the cafeteria
program. Students are encouraged to enjoy their lunch, but yelling or loud talking is not permitted. Lunch visits by
the student’s parent is permitted. Lunch visitors will sign in at the front office and will report directly to the
cafeteria. Visitor seating will be in a designated area. Visits to the classroom either before or after lunch are not
permitted.
2016-2017 Meal Prices:
PK-5th Grade: $2.25
6th-12th Grade: $2.50
Visitor Prices: $3.50
Breakfast all grades: $1.25

Food deliveries from outside the school are not allowed. Students may not bring in outside food or drink
during the school day.

FIELD TRIPS
Eagleville School encourages field trips that are educationally sound. If your child is going on a field trip a notice
will be sent home to be signed by the parent/guardian and returned to school. It is not permissible to bring younger
siblings and children from other schools on field trips.

HEAD AND BODY LICE
Rutherford County Schools has a “no nit” policy that means students will not be allowed to attend school if they are
infested with lice, whether crawling or nits. Students must be checked by the nurse upon their return to school to
ensure they are no longer infested.

HALL PASSES
Going from one room to another or from one section of the building to another, except between classes, requires a
hall pass from the teacher in charge. Student aides must use hall passes at all times.

GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
The primary function of the guidance department is to provide services for all students. The school counselor is
available on a full time basis to assist students with registration, testing and general school adjustment. Individual
and group counseling is provided for students with personal and social problems. When a student wished to see the
counselor, he should make an appointment with the counseling office. Students must make an appointment before or
after school, during lunch, or between classes. Late passes will not be issued for making a counseling appointment.
Emergency appointments are always available.

STUDENT BEHAVIOR

The regulations for Eagleville School were developed to provide an education in the most favorable conditions

possible. Acceptable student behavior is necessary for the creation of a school environment conducive to learning.

• All substance abuse is prohibited at Eagleville School. Any student using, furnishing, or possessing any illegal,

non-prescribed narcotic drug, hallucinogenic, amphetamine, barbiturate, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, paint,

glue, beer, alcohol, or intoxicant of any kind shall be referred to the proper authorities.

• Any student having in his possession on school property or on a school bus any lethal or dangerous weapon (or

replica of such a weapon) or pyrotechnics (fireworks, powders, explosives, ammunition, etc.) shall be subject to

immediate suspension.

• Gambling will result in serious disciplinary action. Possession of gambling devices is also prohibited.

• Theft of any kind will result in automatic suspensions. The student will be held responsible for compensation of

stolen property.

• Leaving campus at any time during school without permission is an automatic suspension.

1st offense ISS 2 days

2nd offense OSS 2 days
• Violence is any word, look, sign, or act that hurts a person’s body, feelings, or things. Each individual is expected

to show respect for the rights of other students. Students threatening another student and students fighting on

school grounds are subject to being taken to Juvenile Detention. Physical contact such as pushing, slapping, and

shoving could be considered a fight. The severity of the contact will determine the consequences. Parents will

be contacted by the school. The second offense of this nature will be considered more serious and will result in

harsher punishment.

• Students who destroy or damage school or personal property including but not limited to computers, laptops,

iPads, Kindles, Nooks or any other school owned technology device shall pay for such damage according to the

value set by the school authorities and be subject to suspension from school. Graffiti is destruction of school

property.

• Failure to make restitution to Eagleville School can result in criminal prosecution for any charges owed the school

or its agents.

• Students are expected to obey instructions and cooperate with school staff. Any student who refuses to accept

disciplinary action or to give his/her name or who engages in physical violence, obscene gestures, or vulgarity

will be suspended automatically. Students who are disrespectful or threaten verbally or in writing will be

suspended automatically. Students who are disrespectful or threaten verbally or in writing to a member of the

school staff will be subject to suspension.

• Detention takes precedence over working, extra-curricular activities, sports, or personal plans. Each student is

notified in advance and is expected to stay on the assigned day from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Students are expected to
use this time as a study period. A doctor’s note is required to reassign a missed detention. The failure to attend

detention will result in 1 day of ISS.

• Misrepresentation of information to school officials (including forgeries) will result in suspension.

• Engaging in, inciting, advising, or counseling with others to engage in any act disruptive to regular school

activities on or off campus will result in suspensions.

• A student who causes a disturbance during assembly will receive an automatic suspension.

• Skipping class:

1st Offense ISS

2nd Offense OSS

Remaining out of class without an authorized excused will be considered skipping. This includes remaining in the

restroom, the guidance office, or the SRO’s office.

• Demerit Policy

The teacher or principal may award demerits for each violation of a class or school rule. A record of demerits will be
kept in the principal’s office. Each teacher will be responsible for turning in his demerits to the front office each day.

Each student will be given written notice of each demerit at the time of the infraction. Demerits may be accumulated

for one semester. Students who accumulate demerits will be subject to the following consequences:

5 demerits 1 hour of detention

10 demerits 3 days of ISS

15 demerits 5 days of ISS or Saturday school

Listed below are examples of a demerit violation:

Continued disruption of class

Sounds from electronic devices

Unprepared for class

Inappropriate behavior

Violation of the dress code

Tardy to class or school

Other

• Food and drinks are to be consumed in the cafeteria or designated areas at the teachers discretion. Students are

responsible for keeping the cafeteria clean at all times, disposing of trash properly, and returning trays after use.

Trays should be used in the cafeteria only. Students who litter any area of the campus will be assigned campus

clean up duty.

• Handholding is permitted, but other displays of affection such as inappropriate hugging or kissing are not allowed.

Students that do not comply with this policy will be disciplined.

• Students away from campus on school activities are expected to follow all school policies. Disciplinary action will

be taken whether on campus or off.

• Non-school publications may not be distributed or posted without prior approval of the administration.

• Any form of cheating, including copying, will result in a zero for all students involved. This may become a part of
the student’s disciplinary record.

• During lunch students should be in the cafeteria or other designated area.

• After a student has returned the Rutherford County School Internet Permission and Acceptable Use Procedures

Guideline, they will be granted computer access. Any student who abuses their access will lose their computer

privileges and may also face other disciplinary action including suspension.

• The classroom teacher may have additional rules. Each student is expected to follow the rules. Demerits may be
given at the teacher’s discretion.

SUSPENSIONS
There are two types of suspensions, in-school suspension (ISS) and out-of-school suspension (OSS). All students
who are suspended at any time during the school year (ISS or OSS) must take final exams! Students assigned to ISS
should report to school at the regular time, but they must report to the ISS room. Co-op students must stay at school
the entire day. Students present in ISS are not counted absent, and all schoolwork that is completed will count
toward the nine-weeks grade. Teachers will send assignments to the ISS supervisor, and students should prepare for
a full day of academic study. The most serious level of school discipline is OSS. During OSS, students are
completely removed from the school environment, and are not permitted to participate or attend any school-
sponsored activity (including extra-curricular activities and sports). OSS is considered an unexcused absence.
Students will be given an opportunity to make up academic work for 80% credit and they must ask their individual
teachers for assignments. They have five days to make this work up.

BUS CONDUCT
The school bus is an extension of school; therefore, students shall conduct themselves in a manner consistent with
the established standards for safety and classroom behavior. Students are under supervision and control of the bus
driver while on his/her bus, and all reasonable directions given by him/her shall be followed. A student who is
suspended from riding the bus cannot ride another bus until suspension is complete. Parents are responsible for
transporting students whose bus privileges have been suspended or denied for disciplinary reasons.

TOBACCO

Students are not allowed to use tobacco in any form on the Eagleville School campus or at any school activity. They

may not have any tobacco products in their possession, which includes lighters. Violators will be given an automatic

suspension.

First Offense 2 days ISS Second Offense 3 days OSS

WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL
When a student withdraws from school for any cause during the school term, he must follow guidance department
procedures. All records must be cleared, textbooks returned, and indebtedness paid before a student’s record can be
released to another school for admission there. Students who transfer to schools within the Rutherford County
School System but do not change their residence will be required to have a zone exemption form. The zone
exemption form must be signed by the principals of both schools and the Central Office before a student can
transfer.

Dress Code

Decency, good taste, and the normal standards of the community are to be maintained in dress and grooming by all
students. The Eagleville School dress code has been devised with the idea of promoting a positive learning
atmosphere and wholesome attitude for each student and the school as a whole. Any dress that is considered
contrary to good hygiene, distractive or disruptive in appearance, or detrimental to the educational environment or
the public image of the school will not be permitted. Students should follow these guidelines:

1. Student dress will not lead school officials to believe that such behavior, apparel, activities, acts, or other attributes are
gang related or would disrupt or interfere with the school environment or activity and/or educational objectives.

2. Any dress considered too revealing will not be allowed. See-through outfits, bare midriffs, open backs, low-cut tops, tube
tops, tank tops, halter tops, mesh shirts are not permitted. No skin should be visible between the shirts and pants while
sitting or extending hands over head. Undergarments must be covered. No cleavage shall be shown.

3. Shoes must be worn at all times. (No house shoes) Sunglasses are not to be worn in the building unless prescribed by a
doctor for inside wear.

4. Shorts and skirts must be as long, or longer, than the tip of the longest finger when the students’ arms are extended along
the side of the body. Biking shorts, spandex, tights, pajamas or boxer shorts are not permitted. Skin or under garments
may not be seen through clothing.

6. Clothing, accessories, or any item that pertains to or advertises substances which are illegal for children (drugs, alcohol,
tobacco products, etc.) or which are otherwise inappropriate (profanity, sex, obscenities, violence, gang related, etc.) are
not to be worn or brought to school.

7. Hats, hair-picks, stocking caps, hair curlers, and other head coverings including disruptive hair styling may not be worn to
school.

8. Dress Down Days/Special Events/Spirit Days: Scheduling for dress for these days will be under the direction and
discretion of the individual principal.

9. The principal or assistant principal will make the final judgment concerning attire or accessories that do not fall into one of
the above categories but may still be considered inappropriate or disruptive to the educational program.

When a student is attired in a manner which is likely to cause disruption or interference with the operation of the
school, the principal will administer appropriate consequences. These
consequences include, but are not limited to, calling parents to bring appropriate clothing,
detention, in-school suspension, and/or other disciplinary action deemed appropriate.

Our goal is modesty and no distractions during the learning process.

REPORT CARDS
Report cards are issued every nine weeks.

Progress reports are issued at the midpoint of each nine weeks.

GRADING SCALE
A 93-100
B 85-92
C 75-84
D 70-74
F Below 70

HONOR ROLL AND PRINCIPAL’S LIST
For a student to be eligible for the Principal’s List, his/her six weeks grade must be all A’s. To be eligible for the
Honor Roll a student’s grades must be at least 50% A’s with no grade below a B.

GRADE CLASSIFICATION

A student must have earned these credits to be classified as:

Sophomore 4 credits

Junior 9 credits

Senior 14 credits

Graduate 23 credits

GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA) AND CLASS RANK
All students and all subjects are included in class rank and GPA. The following 4-point scale is used for semester
grades. GPA and class rank are based on averages only. Class rank is computed at the end of the 5th and 7th
semesters. When a course is failed and repeated, BOTH grades become a part of the GPA.

A 4 quality points
B 3 quality points
C 2 quality points
D 1 quality point
F 0 quality points
EXAMS
Exams are given at the end of a semester and at the end of the year. Only a medical excuse will be accepted for
missing a mid-term or final exam.

REQUIRED EXAMINATIONS
End of Course Tests: End of course tests will be given in the following areas: English I, English II Algebra I,
Biology and US History and will count as 25% of the 2nd semester grade

V.I.P. TIME
V.I.P. Time will meet every Tuesday –Friday to provide extra help and assistance to students as needed. Students

can request extra help during V.I.P Time or as required by your teacher.

ATTENDANCE POLICY
The Rutherford County Board of Education believes that attendance is a key factor in student achievement and
therefore, students are expected to be present and punctual each day that school is in session.

The state of Tennessee has many laws that regulate school attendance. An unexcused absence from any class, study
hall, or any activity during the school day constitutes truancy. Any absence without a note is automatically
unexcused. Out-of-school suspension days are considered unexcused absences. Students in ISS are counted as
present for the day. A student must be present for more than half of the class period to be counted as present.

The principal/designee shall send a letter to the parent/guardian immediately after five unexcused absences with a
copy to the attendance personnel. Immediately upon the tenth unexcused absence, a second letter shall be sent by the
principal/designee to the parent with a copy to the attendance personnel. (TCA 49-6-3007)

The name of any student who has been truant due to late arrivals and/or early dismissal 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 a student’s attendance does not improve significantly, both the student and parent
shall be subject to court action. The attendance personnel or the principal may file charges against the parent or
student if absences are excessive.

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. Eagleville School offers positive incentives for regular attendance:

• Final exam exemptions: Eligibility for exam exemptions begins on the first day of school. The final

decision regarding final exam exemption of any student will be determined by the principal. Any student

who has been suspended (ISS, OSS) will not be eligible for exam exemption.

Guidelines for Final Exam Exemption:

Full Year Class O ne 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
Absences shall be classified as either excused or unexcused as determined by the principal/designee. If there is an
absence, the work missed may be made up within five days upon the return to school, except for days missed due to
OSS.

EXCUSED ABSENCES

• Doctor or dentist appointment (for student only)
• Illness of an immediate family member– A doctors statement may be required after 3 days.

• A death in the immediate family (father, mother, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, grandparent)

• Personal illness
A note from a doctor or the parent will be required upon the student’s return to school. The note should include

the reason for and the date of the absence. Upon returning to school, a student has five school days in

which to submit a note. After that time period has elapsed, the absence will become permanent. The

school may accept a written note from a parent or guardian verifying a student’s ill ness for up to a total of 10

accumulated days during the school year. However, if a student is absent due to illness more than a total of

10 days, a doctor’s note specifying inclusive dates for the illness must be submitted in order for any

subsequent absences to be excused.

• Required court appearance

• Religious observances

• Extreme weather conditions

• Extenuating circumstances (must be approved by school administration)

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES
• Truancy
• Car trouble or lack of transportation
• Suspension
• Interviews
• Oversleeping
• Working
• Driver’s License
• Family vacations

TARDY

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. School bus transportation is provided

free of charge to students of Rutherford County Schools. For this reason, tardies related to car problems, traffic,

oversleeping, etc. will not be considered a valid excuse. To receive an excused tardy when late to school, the
student must have either a doctor’s statement or an official court notice. Late students should sign in through the

attendance office immediately upon arrival to school. The following list outlines the penalties assessed against

students who are tardy (unexcused) to school (each semester):

1st offense No Penalty 2nd offense No Penalty

3rd offense Detention 4th offense Detention

5th offense ISS-1 day 6th offense ISS-1 day

7th offense ISS-1 day 8th offense ISS-2 days

9th offense ISS- 2 days 10th and up OSS-1 day

EARLY DISMISSAL

Students will be dismissed only to parents, legal guardians, or a person specifically requested by the parent in

written form. Early dismissals are discouraged because they disrupt the regular learning environment. Should a

student need to be picked up before the end of the school day, the following steps should be taken:

• Pick up the child before 2:30. The office often gets very hectic after 2:30 and your departure can be

significantly delayed.

• Students who are eligible for early dismissal must leave during the assigned period.

• Students who become ill at school must report to the school nurse for observation and further instructions. In the

event the nurse is not at school the student must report to the front office. Remaining in the restroom will be
considered “cutting class”. If it is decided that the student will leave school, the parent will be contacted.

Students must sign out through the attendance office.

• It is recommended that all appointments be made before or after school hours.

• A school official must excuse the student any time it becomes necessary to leave campus. The procedure is as

follows: parent’s
1. Bring a note asking to leave school to the attendance office before 7:45, make sure a

phone number is on the note. verified.
2. Pick up an “Early Dismissal” note from the attendance office after the note has been

3. Sign out in the attendance office when it is time for you to leave.

4. If you return to school the same day, sign back in.

5. When checking out early, to be excused from the classes you will miss you must bring in a

doctor, dental, court, or bereavement note.

• Students are expected to remain at school during special activities. Parents may come and sign their children out,
but the absence will be unexcused with the exception of a doctor’s note. No student will be allowed to leave

during these times with anyone other than a parent or guardian.

STUDENT DRIVING/PARKING
Driving and parking on campus is a privilege, not a right. This privilege may be revoked if the following guidelines
are not closely followed:
 There is a 5 MPH speed limit on campus
 Students will obey all lawful traffic rules while driving on campus. Students shall properly wear safety belts while

vehicle is in motion.
 Cars and parking lots are off limits during the school day.
 A parking permit for $5.00 is required for parking on campus. The permit must be displayed in the vehicle while

on campus. A copy of your driver’s license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance is required before a
permit will be issued.
 Student parking is provided in the parking lot located behind the main building. Students are not to drive or park
on the grass or dirt areas of the campus, or in areas designated for faculty/staff, visitors or any other area not
authorized. Any student that does not comply could have his/her vehicle towed at his/her own expense.
 Students are not to associate with non-students who may be in the parking lot during school hours.
 Cars should be locked and students should leave them immediately upon arrival at school. There will be no
loitering in the parking lot or sitting in vehicles for any reason.

 Vehicles leaving campus at the end of the school day will give school buses the right of way.
 Drivers should always yield to pedestrians
 Eagleville School and the Rutherford County School System are not responsible for damage or theft to or from an

automobile.

2016-2017
Clubs and Organizations
Eagleville School has a variety of clubs and organizations available to students to join.
Eagleville Drama Club
Our mission is to instill an appreciation and love for theatre and the performing arts in the school, community, and
world. $10.00 dues No student is prohibited in being in the drama club. You just need to be a high school student
with a love for the performing arts.
Eagleville FFA
Membership Requirements
*must be or have been enrolled in an Agriculture Education course
*must pay membership dues at the state and national level
*attend local chapter meetings
*Shows interest and takes part in actives of the FFA chapter
*Acts in a manner consistent with the ethics of the organization
FFA Mission Statement- FFA makes a positive in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier
leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.
*Develops competent and assertive agricultural leadership
*Increases awareness of the global and technological importance of agriculture and its contribution to our well-being
*Strengthens agriculture students’ confidence in themselves and their work.
*Promotes the intelligent choice and establishment of an agriculture career.
*Encourages achievement in supervised agriculture experience programs
*Encourages wise management of the community’s economic, environment and human resources
*Develops interpersonal skills in teamwork, communication, human relations and social interaction.
*Builds character and promotes citizenship, volunteerism and patriotism.
*Promotes healthy lifestyles
*Encourages excellence in scholarship

Eagleville Spanish Club

Mission: Fellowship and fun for all members to help create understanding and enthusiam for the Spanish language
and culture.

Club dues: $3 plus additional costs for club t-shirt

*Members must be in a Spanish I, II, III, or IV OR must have completed the Foreign Language Requirement.

FCA Fellowship of Christian Athletes

To present to coaches and athletes, and all whom they influence, the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus
Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church. No Financial
Obligation or prohibition.

Future Business Leaders of America - FBLA

FBLA is the business club where students can obtain more business knowledge and skills.

There are state and national membership dues to join.

Students that are currently taking a business class or have ever taken a business class may join.

National Art Honor Society - N.A.H.S.

The National Art Honor Society is comprised of art students that want to make a difference both in the art program
and within their community. Our goal is to promote an awareness of the arts to our student body and to make a
difference within our community by holding service projects throughout the year.

Yearly Dues - $12 (subject to change) Senior have option to purchase graduation cords for $12 (optional)

Requirement: You are in a visual arts class with at least a "B" average in that class & you complete at least 15
service hours per year.

The National Beta Club

Mission and Purpose: The purpose of The National Beta Club shall be to promote the ideals of character, service,
and leadership among elementary and secondary school students, to reward meritorious academic achievement, and
to encourage and assist students in continuing their education after high school (taken from The National Beta Club
Sponsor Manual).

Vision Statement: The National Beta Club, a student-centered organization, continually develops and nurtures
individuals by providing opportunities and experiences enabling them to demonstrate the ideals of character,
achievement, service, and leadership in a global community (taken from The National Beta Club Sponsor Manual).
Financial Requirements: one time payment of $20 dues, $15 of that is to cover national dues. Notification of the
option to prohibit a student from participating in any club or organization: The National Beta Club is an academic
and service oriented organization. Therefore, there are criterion for eligibility for membership. Students are invited
to join based upon academic peformance, specifically a student must have an overall A (93) average with no grade
below an 85. Students must maintain these academic standards in order to stay in good standing with the
club. Because The National Beta Club is also a service organization, members must also obtain a predetermined
number of service points in order to maintain good standing. Old members (those starting the school years as
members) must earn 100 service points, and new members (those invited to joing during the current school year)
must earn 50 service points. Lastly, participation is key to the success of any student organization; therefore, there
is an attendance policy in place. Students may miss up to four regularly scheduled meetings. If more than four
meetings are missed, students are no longer considered members of the club.

Renaissance (ERATS)
Mission/Purpose: To help increase student and teacher morale and motivation.

Financial Requirements: None - cost of t-shirt optional

Membership: By application and teacher recommendation

Student Council (STUCO)

Mission: To increase student involvement and engagement in the school.

To serve the school, community, and others.

Financial Requirements: $40 for general fees and shirts

Notification of option to prohibit: Students earn points based on participation. Students may not be allowed to
participate for excessive disciplinary reasons.

Virtual Enterprise - VE
Virtual Enterprise organization is a club that is associated with the class to aid in running the businesses and to learn
business skills.

To be a member of VE then you have to be in the class.

There are no financial requirements to join VE if you are a member of the classes.