SCHOOL POLICIES
Attendance: If a student is ill or must be absent from school, the parents
are to call the school before 9:00 a.m. The phone number is 255-7361.
Tardiness is not accepted. A student is considered tardy if they are not in
their seat when the bell rings.
One criteria of a student's success in school is regular and punctual
attendance. Frequent absences may lead to poor academic work, lack of social
development and possible academic failure. No single factor may interfere
with a student's progress more quickly than frequent tardiness or absence.
According to state law, it is the obligation of every parent to insure that
every child under his care and supervision receives adequate education and
training and, if of compulsory attendance age attends school. When a student
has accumulated 10 days of absences for illness without a doctor's statement
each absence thereafter shall be classified as unexcused unless a doctors
statement is presented upon return to school. All other absences will be
unexcused.
The following shall be considered excused absences:
1. A student who is temporarily ill or injured or whose absence is approved
by the administrator of the school of attendance on a prearranged basis.
Prearranged absences shall be approved for appointments or circumstances of a
serious nature only which cannot be taken care of outside of school hours.
2. A student who is absent for an extended period due to physical, mental or
emotional disability.
3. Death or severe illness in the pupils immediate family.
4. A student who is attending any school-sponsored activity or activities of
an educational nature with advance approval by the administration. This
includes 1 day for attendance at the KY state fair.
• The district may require suitable proof regarding the above
exceptions, including written statements from medical sources.
• An unexcused absence is defined as an absence that is not covered by
one of the foregoing exceptions. Students who are suspended or expelled
shall be considered unexcused. Each unexcused absence shall be entered on
the student's record. The parents or guardian of the student receiving an
unexcused absence shall be notified orally or in writing by the school.
• Judicial proceedings are initiated to enforce compulsory attendance
during the school year.
• Make-up work will be allowed following an absence. It is the
responsibility of the student to pick up make-up assignments on the day he
returns to class.
Textbooks: Textbooks are provided for each child at no charge. Any
textbooks that are lost or damaged must be paid for before a student will
receive his/her final report card. TCMS does charge a $25 dollar student
fee. Students on Free and Reduced lunch can apply for a waiver or change in
fee.
Bus Regulations: Students have the privilege of using the transportation
services of the Trimble County School District. Rigid standards of
discipline must be maintained at all times in order to satisfy safety
requirements. Whenever a driver must direct his/her attention away from the
road, a danger exists. Foremost in our minds is the safety of each passenger.
While riding the bus:
1. Except for ordinary conversation, students shall observe quiet conduct on
the bus.
2. Student shall stay in their seat while the bus is in motion.
3. Students shall not throw waste paper on the floor of the bus.
4. Students shall not have food or drinks on the bus.
5. No part of the body shall be extended through the bus window.
6. Students must be quiet while the bus is stopped for railway crossings.
7. Students shall not leave the bus from the emergency door unless an
emergency exists.
Discipline and penalties:
1. The riding privilege of a student may be revoked for violation of the
rules and/or for conduct which is detrimental to the safe operation of
the school bus.
2. The driver is in full charge of the bus and the students.
Calendar: A monthly calendar is available to each student with lunch menus
and school functions.
Closing of School: Local radio and TV stations will carry all school closing
announcements due to inclement weather or other emergencies by 6:30 A.M. when
possible.
Car riders: If you will be a frequent car rider there are permission forms
that must be filled out by parents/guardian. Notes will not have to be sent
each day. If you are a car rider on rare occasions, a note must be sent each
time. If you are riding a bus other than your regular bus, you must have
note from home each time. Please DO NOT call the school after 2:00 P.M. to
have your child change plans.
Complaint or Concern: If a student or parent has a concern about a school
policy or an employee, the following procedure should be followed in order to
resolve the problem as quickly as possible:
1. Contact the person who you have a complaint about to discuss both sides
of the story.
2. If the problem still exists, contact the principal.
3. If still unresolved, contact the superintendent.
4. Finally, if unresolved, ask the superintendent to place the complaint on
the following month's Board of Education agenda for further discussion.
Fire Drills: Fire Drills will be conducted periodically throughout the
school year. Everyone will move in an orderly and silent manner to points
directed by their teachers where roll will be taken. If the fire alarm rings
when students are in the hallways, they should leave by the nearest exit. If
a student pulls the fire alarm, law enforcement will be notified.
Food and Beverages at School: There is pride in the Trimble County Middle
School. Everyone must work together to keep our school attractive. No food
or drink is allowed in the classroom unless authorized by the teacher. Food
and/or drinks may not be taken from one room to another and they are not
permitted in the gym.
Homework Policy:
*Each day homework is late, 10% will be taken off the grade …
**The offenses do not start over each time the student turns in late work.
Example: If a student turns in an assignment a day late one week and the
next week he/she turns in an assignment a day late, then they go straight to
the 2nd offense, etc…
***The offenses will accumulate for each teacher, and not from one teacher to
the next, due to difficulty trying to keep up with them from one teacher to
the next…
1st offense: student receives an additional 24 hours to generate assignments
not turned in. The assignment grade is dropped 10%.
2nd offense: student goes straight to ACEP from class. The assignment must
be completed during this class period. The student stays in ACEP during that
class period. The assignment is turned into the teacher’s mailbox. The
grade for that assignment is based on what was accomplished. The assignment
grade is dropped another 10%. A letter will be mailed to parents informing
them of the missing assignment.
3rd offense: student goes straight to ACEP from class and completes
assignment like 2nd offense. There is a loss of school associated extra-
curricular functions and activities (dances, attending games as spectators,
assemblies).
4th offense: student goes straight to ACEP from class and completes
assignment like 2nd offense. The student receives suspension and loss of
school associated extra-curricular functions and activities (dances,
attending games as spectators, assemblies).
Homework Plan: Teachers will assign homework based on realistic time
constraints. Class work that was assigned, and given ample time to complete
during the school day, does not fall under this guideline.
Overflow: If our ACEP room is full each teacher will be assigned one
day per week to cover the overflow of the ACEP room. This would be for both
of their free periods during one day per week.
Parent/Teacher Conferences: Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled in
October. Please make every effort to attend. If you wish to meet with
teachers at other times during the year, please call the counselor to set up
a meeting. Phone: Students in the middle school are beginning to take on
more responsibility. One of these responsibilities is to remember to bring
all necessary items to school. A pay phone has been installed for student
use other than illness. Office permission is required to use the pay phone.
In case of illness, the office personnel will call a parent. Use of the
phone will be discouraged except in cases of emergency.
Progress Reports/Report Cards: Progress Reports are given out at mid-term
during each nine week period. Report cards will be sent to parents at the
end of each 9 weeks. A student’s academic grade shall not be lowered because
of conduct or excused absences. Academic grades are based on the following:
1.) a minimum of 67% on assigned daily work (participation, classwork,
homework, discussion, quizzes and special projects) and special KERA projects
2.) 33% is based on test scores. Letter grades for TCMS are: A=90%-100%
Excellent, B= 80%-89% Above Average, C =70%-79% Average, D = 65%-69% Below
Average, F = 0%-64% Failure, I = Incomplete due to excused absence.
Pass/Fail Policy: Any student who fails two or more classes for the year,
fails the grade. An average below 65% is considered failing.
Summer School Policy: Purpose: The primary purpose of summer school is to
provide an opportunity for students to successfully pass a course that they
have failed during the regular school term. The secondary purpose is to
provide students an opportunity to complete a course proficiently and/or
enhance his/her skills. Dates and Times: Summer school begins the week
following the closing day of the regular school term. Guidelines and
Requirements: Any student that is attending summer school in order to pass
to the next grade must: 1) complete all assigned work satisfactorily 2)
attend summer school until all work is finished, not missing more than 1
excused day and if all work is finished, may exit summer school early.
Eligibility: 1) Any student that fails 4 or more classes during the regular
school year is not eligible to attend summer school. 2) Any exceptions to
this rule must be approved by the summer school committee which has the right
to approve or deny any requests. 3) The summer school committee consists of
one teacher from each grade, 6th, 7th, and 8th as well as the principal. 4)
The summer school committee will set the specific criteria necessary for the
student to be eligible to attend summer school.
School Dress Code: Students are expected to be attired appropriately for
school and all clothes must be gender correct. Hats are not to be worn
during regular school hours. Clothing with pictures and/or print which may
be deemed unsuitable for school (e.g. promotions of drug or alcohol use,
tobacco, profanity, sexual content, or violence) is strictly prohibited.
Extreme unnatural hair colors, costume make-up, jewelry or body piercing
(other than the ears) is not permitted.
Shorts and miniskirts must be longer than fingertips while shoulders are in a
relaxed position and must be of a style and design considered proper for
school dress (e.g. no side splits, “gym” shorts, etc.). For comfort and
appearance sake, tight clothing such as biker shorts is not allowed. Items
of underwear/pajamas are not allowed to be worn as regular clothing. All
footwear must cover the toes and be considered appropriate. Flip flops, open
toes shoes, platform heels are not allowed. Torn clothing or any type of
holes in clothing is not permitted. No skin can be exposed at any time at
the stomach/back area including when arms are raised above the head. No
cleavage may be exposed. Undergarments are not to be exposed by either sex
at any time. Pants, shorts, and skirts will be worn at the waist, and no
pants that are more than one size larger, sagging, or baggy should be worn at
any time. All pants that have belt loops must be worn with a belt. No
pants or shorts with elastic waste bands are allowed to be worn unless tied
tightly with a waist string. No wallet chains, dog collars or dog collar
chains may be worn. Heavy coats and all backpacks and/or purses are not
permitted in classrooms. Hooded sweatshirts may be worn, but the hoods must
be left down at all times. Failure to keep hoods down may result in the loss
of the privilege or punishment.
Any staff member may refer any student not properly dressed to the office.
If the clothing of a student is judged to be a violation of the dress code,
the student will be given one verbal warning and required to adhere to the
school dress code immediately on a first offense. Every student will be
given six dress code warnings after that the parents will be called to come
and get the students or the will be placed in ACEP if the parents are
unavailable. Seven violations or more will be considered a habitual dress
code violator. The right to wear particular types of clothing may be taken
away from students that violate the dress policy. Students who are habitual
dress code offenders will be punished as the Trimble County Discipline Code
book specifies this could include Detention, ACEP, and/or Suspension. Our
dress code is based upon common sense and reason. If you are in doubt
concerning what may or may not be worn to school, ask your teacher, your
counselor, or principal before wearing the outfit. They will be glad to help.
Valuables at School: Students, not the school, are responsible for their
personal property. Sharing lockers is not allowed, too many items get lost.
Be smart and take care of any valuable items by leaving them at home. These
valuables include money, music boxes, cameras, radios, expensive coats, etc.
Cell phones must be kept in a locked locker. Any cell phone which is out
during the school day will be confiscated. This is Trimble County Board of
Education Policy.
Visitors: To void disruption of classes, school programs, etc., all visitors
are required to register in the office. Visitors shall not enter the
classroom(s) without the prior consent from the office.
Emergency Information: An up to date home phone number, work and emergency
number should be available in the office for each child. When a change is
made in your phone number or address or other information, notify the school
office immediately.
SCHOOL LAW
Use of Tobacco Products: No one is permitted to use any tobacco products
at any time in the school building, on the buses, on school grounds, or
within the area surrounding the school grounds. This also applies to all
school sponsored activities.
Drugs and Alcohol: Alcohol and other drugs are not allowed at school.
Anyone possessing these items will immediately be sent to the office where
parents and the local law enforcement will be notified by the principal.
Sexual Discrimination and Harassment: Sexual harassment is recognized as a
form of sex discrimination and thus a violation of the laws which prohibit
sex discrimination.
Students may file a formal grievance of sexual harassment through the office.
All matters involving sexual harassment complaints shall remain confidential
to the extent possible.
Filing of a grievance or otherwise reporting sexual harassment shall not
reflect upon the individual's status or grades.
Guns and Weapons: Carrying, bringing, using or possessing any weapon or
dangerous instrument in any school building, on school grounds, in any school
vehicle or any school-sponsored event is prohibited.
The penalty for student violation of the district weapon policy shall be
expulsion of a minimum of twelve (12) months under policy 09.435. However,
the Board may modify such expulsion on a case by case basis.
Any student who brings to school a firearm or weapon as defined by federal
law shall be referred to the criminal justice or juvenile delinquency system.
Detention: Detention will be held after school. Parents will be notified
before the student stays after school. Arrangements must be made by the
parents for transportation from the school to the home. The following
infractions will be reasons for detention:
(1) continued disruptive behavior (2) abusive and vulgar language (3)
four unexcused tardies (4) disrespect (5) insubordination (6)
incomplete make-up work (7) incomplete classroom discipline (8) dress
code
Suspension: A suspension is a disciplinary action taken by the school
officials which prohibits a student from attending regular classes and other
school events. The length of the suspension will normally vary from one day
to ten days depending on the offense. When a pupil is suspended, he/she will
be suspended to his/her home by a school authority. The full purpose of
suspension can only be effective if the parents can take the suspension as a
serious matter. Students under suspension will not be allowed on the school
grounds or in the building during the time of suspension. Students will not
be allowed to participate in school activities during the period of the
suspension. If a student receives a suspension the last week of school,
he/she will begin the next year with this suspension on their file. Students
placed on home suspension will not be allowed to make up any work missed
during the suspension.
Administering Medicines to Students: Medications are rarely necessary for
pupils during the school day. They are justified only in chronic health
conditions or short-term acute health conditions. If under exceptional
circumstances a student is required to take oral medication during school
hours and the parent cannot be at school to administer medications, the
office will administer the medication.
1. Written orders from the student's physician or parent must be on file in
the school stating:
a. student's name
b. name of drug
c. dosage
d. purpose of medication
e. time of day medication is to be given
f. anticipated number of days it needs to be given in school
g. possible side effects
2. The medication must be brought to school in its original container
appropriately labeled by the pharmacy or physician. Medications should not
be transported on the bus, unless specified by a physician.
3. Medication will be stored in a medication cabinet. Any exceptions
(asthma inhalers, etc.) to this provision must be specifically stated by the
physician in written form.
Unless these requirements can be met, medications will not be administrated
at school;
The school will not administer any over the counter medication for more than
3 consecutive days without a doctor’s written statement.
TRIMBLE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Electronic Resources Acceptable Use Guidelines
2009-2010
Access to Electronic Media
Student, Staff, and Community Member Use
Trimble County Public Schools (TCPS) support student, staff, and community
access to all forms of educational technology and believe it is incumbent
upon students, staff, and community members to use this privilege in an
appropriate and responsible manner.
Procedures and Guidelines
The Superintendent or a designee (currently the Trimble County District
Technology Committee) shall develop and implement appropriate procedures to
provide guidance for student, staff, and community member access to
electronic media. Guidelines shall address ethical use of electronic media,
including the Internet, issues of privacy versus administrative review of
electronic files and shall prohibit use of the District's technology for
unacceptable activities which will be described in this document.
Permission/Agreement Form for Student and Parents
All students who will utilize the District network (TCPSnet) will need to
sign a Network Access Agreement. This form outlines acceptable use of TCPSnet
and requires a parent signature. Parents may specify on the agreement whether
they want their child to have TEACHER SUPERVISED access to the Internet and
to email.
This document shall be kept on file as a legal, binding document. In order to
modify or rescind the agreement, the student's parent/guardian must provide
the Superintendent with a written request.
Agreement for Staff and Community Members
School district employees and community members shall submit a signed
agreement form prior to using District technology in an unsupervised
setting. This document shall be kept on file as a legal, binding document.
General Standards - Users
The following standards apply to student, staff, and community member access
to electronic resources.
Primary (P-3) Students
* Elementary students access network resources using a student login
(student1, etc.). This type of user login allows student read-only access to
instructional software and data files.
* Elementary students access to the Internet is only available under the
direct supervision of a district employee.
*Teachers who encourage students to use electronic mail for a particular
purpose should allow the student to use the teacher's e-mail account or the
classroom account but ONLY WITH DIRECT SUPERVISION. Students will not be
granted individual e-mail accounts.
Elementary (4-5) Students
* Elementary students access network resources using a personal login
(SMITHJ, DOEJ, etc, etc.). This type of user login allows students a private
storage directory for student work.
* Elementary students’ access to the Internet is only available under the
direct supervision of a district employee.
*Students will have individual district-provided email accounts as required
by KDE. Parental permission is required for use of student email.
Students will access mail using the district web mail link on our web page
rather than through an individual profile. Profiles should only be created
with the approval of a teacher or administrator.
Middle School (6-8) Students
*Middle school students access network resources using a personal login
(SMITHJ, DOEJ, etc.). This type of user login allows students a private
storage directory for student work.
* Student access to the Internet is available: under direct supervision of a
district employee
*Students will have individual district-provided email accounts as required
by KDE. Parental permission is required for use of student email.
Students will access mail using the district web mail link on our web page
rather than through an individual profile. Profiles should only be created
with the approval of a teacher or administrator.
High School (9-12) Students
*High School students are allowed to use network resources using a personal
login (eg. doej --John Doe, etc.). This account gives the student full
student use of the TCPS network including disk space.
* Student access to the Internet is available: under direct supervision of
district employee
*Students will have individual district-provided email accounts as required
by KDE. Parental permission is required for use of student email.
Students will access mail using the district web mail link on our web page
rather than through an individual profile. Profiles should only be created
with the approval of a teacher or administrator.
Certified and Classified Staff
*TCPS will create accounts for employees who need network access. The
appropriate forms and training must be completed. Access is provided for
educational and work related purposes. Teachers and staff may not use
TCPSnet for personal gain.
Software
Students are not allowed to put software on any district computer. Teachers
who wish to install software should notify the Chief Information Officer so
that the installation can be approved and recorded.
Each teacher is responsible for providing proof of ownership of all software
installed on his/her computer which was not purchased by the school or the
district.
Privacy, rights, and responsibilities
The superintendent (or a designee), the Chief Information Officer, the
Network Administrator, and the principals (within their respective buildings)
have the right to access information stored in any user directory, on the
current user screen, or in electronic mail. Users are advised not to store
personal confidential data. While the District retains the right to access
all user accounts and stored information, the District will access this
information only for maintenance, security purposes, or where there is a
compelling reason. Network management and monitoring software may be used to
insure compliance with all applicable district policies and with state and
federal legislation. Specifically, Senate Bill 230 requires all Kentucky
school districts to restrict access to sexually explicit and other
questionable material on the Internet and to audit Internet usage to insure
that employees and students honor the restrictions. Trimble County Schools
will comply with SB230 and take appropriate action when policies are violated
Network and Internet Policies
Access to all electronic resources at Trimble County Public Schools is a
privilege and carries with it responsibilities. The following general
policies apply to all users.
1. Trimble County Public Schools maintain the right to limit access to
software and/or documents found on the Internet.
2. Trimble County Public Schools will not be responsible for damages caused
by loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, mis-deliveries, or
service interruptions for any reason.
3. Security on any computer system is a high priority, especially when the
system involves many users. If any user identifies a security problem on
TCPSNet, s/he must notify a network administrator and should not demonstrate
the problem to other users.
4. Vandalism shall result in cancellation of privileges. Vandalism is defined
as any attempt to harm or destroy data, hardware or software of TCPSNet or
any agencies or other networks that are connected to KETS Internet backbone.
Vandalism includes altering any settings on any district computer or
installing any unauthorized software, utilities, or games.
Violation of the following terms and conditions may result in the immediate
loss of network services. The use of your account must be in support of
education and consistent with the objectives of the Trimble County Schools.
* You may not give your password to anyone.
* You may not use or alter any one else's Internet network account.
* You may not offer Internet access to any individual via your TCPSNet
account.
*You may not purposefully visit Internet sites that are sexually oriented or
those that promote violence, hate, racism, or discrimination. Nor will you
purposefully visit sites that provide information about any activity intended
to lead to personal injury or property destruction. Trimble County Schools
provide Internet access for educational purposes; therefore, the classroom
teacher will decide whether a specific Internet site meets his/her
educational goals if there are questions of appropriateness.
* You may not break in or attempt to break into other computer networks.
* You may not create or share computer viruses.
* You may not destroy another person's data.
* You may not monopolize the resources of TCPSNet by such things as running
large programs and applications over the network during the day, or using
system resources for games.
* You are not permitted to get from or put onto the network any copyrighted
material (including software, images, and digital music)
*No form of instant messaging or chatting is to be used on TCPSnet without
permission.
* As a user of this community system, users should notify a network
administrator of any violations of this contract taking place by other users
or outside parties. This may be done anonymously.
* No illegal activities may be conducted via the network
* All communications and information stored on the network should be assumed
to be the private property of Trimble County Public Schools.
* Acceptable Use of other organizations' networks or computing resources must
comply with the rules appropriate for that network. Transmission or storage
of any material in violation of any U.S. or state regulation is prohibited.
This includes, but is not limited to: copyrighted material, threatening or
obscene material, or material protected by trade secret.
Electronic Mail Regulations
*Email should pass two tests:
(1)Does it lead to personal gain for the sender? If so, don’t send
it.
(2)Is it educational or work related? If not, don’t send it.
Community announcements may be sent with the best intentions but if they
can’t pass the test, don’t send them.
*Students should use personal distribution lists judiciously. Complaints from
other users may result in the loss of email privileges.
*Each TCPSnet user has only one acceptable method of using email…that is the
district provided email account. No other internet mail is approved for use.
*Do not forward or send chain messages, “public service announcements”, or
any non-instructional communication – especially to entire schools,
districts, or departments.
* Be polite. Do not write or send abusive messages to others.
* Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use vulgarities or any other
inappropriate language.
* Students must not reveal personal addresses or phone numbers
* While the district does back up electronic mail stored on the server, there
is no guarantee that it will always be available; district employees are
encouraged to store mail in personal folders. Backup of personal folders is
the responsibility of the user.
* Note that electronic mail is not guaranteed to be private. People who
operate the system do have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in
support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities. For
additional information see board policies found in the Student Code of
Conduct (BP 9.438) and in BP 03.1321, BP 03.2321, BP 03.2325, and BP 03.1325
for certified and classified employees regarding use of school property,
disrupting the educational process, and conduct.
Loss of Network Services
The superintendent or a designee may suspend or close an account at any time
as required. Revocation of network privileges will be for a period determined
by the appropriate building level administrator. Users (students, staff, or
community members) whose accounts are denied, suspended or revoked may:
1. Request (in writing) from the district a written statement justifying the
actions.
2. Submit a written appeal to the Superintendent.
3. Appeal to the board of education. The decision of the board of education
is final.
Faculty and Staff who knowingly and deliberately violate this policy, may be
subject to an official reprimand by their immediate supervisor and can be
reported to the Superintendent for more severe job action or termination if
the nature of the violation warrants.
WE NEED PARENTS
Parents are necessary in order for the team to be complete. You are the
first and most important teacher your child will ever have. It is a
tremendous responsibility, but as a team working together, we will be
successful. Volunteer your time for any idea you have. We need your input.
There are some programs in place that could use parent volunteers, and some
programs that need to be started. All parent volunteers must have a criminal
background check prior to helping at school.
We encourage you to come to school whenever you can. Support the students in
the activities offered at the Middle School. Encourage them to participate.
Activities enhance the educational process for students.
ANNUAL NOTIFICATION OF PARENTS
"In accordance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, parents
shall have the right to inspect and review All
education records relating to their child by making a request to the
principal of each school or other designated official. This right shall be
passed on to the student at age 18.
Written policies have been developed which describe the types and location of
these records and the specific procedures available to parents for the review
of records, the amendment of or hearing concerning education records believed
to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the privacy or
other rights of the child, and for disclosure and destruction of records.
Copies of these policies and procedures may be obtained upon request from the
office of the principal or of the superintendent.
In accordance with federal regulations concerning the release or transfer of
educational records, it is the policy of this school district to forward
education records on request to a school in which a student seeks or intends
to enroll. Parents may obtain upon request copies of the records
transferred and an opportunity for a hearing. Directory information may be
released by the schools on individual students unless specific instructions
not to do so are presented to the principal or superintendent in writing by
the parents of a student on or before October 31st of each year. Directory
information shall include the student's name, address, telephone number, date
and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially
recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic
teams, date of attendance, degrees and awards received, ant the most recent
education institution attended by the student.
Parents shall have the right to file complaints to the Family Education
Rights and Privacy Act concerning any alleged failures of the district to
comply with this act.
Parents of a child who has graduated or otherwise left the district and who
was formerly enrolled in a program for exceptional children may request the
destruction of any personally identifiable information in the education
record of their child which was collected, maintained, or used for the
identification, evaluation, or placement of the exceptional child. Such
request should be addressed in writing to the principal or superintendent."
TRIMBLE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
SCHOOL-BASED DECISION MAKING COUNCIL
VISION STATEMENT FOR THE TRIMBLE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
"The vision of Trimble County Middle School is to promote an atmosphere
conductive for all students to explore and discover within themselves the
ability to achieve to their highest possible potential in the areas of
academic excellence, practical living skills, social development, and
creative and critical thinking. We accept the challenge of providing a
nurturing environment where self-directed learning can take place with the
cooperation of all school staff, the students, the parents, and the
community."
PURPOSE OF THE COUNCIL
The Decision Making Council of Trimble County Middle School is created
in order to assess, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the needs,
programs, and concerns of the school in the community, thus maintaining and
improving the performance of the educational objectives for our students.
In 1994, Trimble County Middle School created a Council to oversee the
concerns of the school. By-laws and Policies were established and the
formation of committees was begun. We wish to have you involved with the
decision making and functioning of your child's school, therefore, you are
encouraged to become an active member on one or more committees that will be
established this year.
Members on the 209-210 council:
Michael D. Genton Principal and Chairperson
Melissa Staley Teacher
Steve Gamble Teacher
Cathy Thorpe Teacher
Danna Ramsey Parent
Thomas Sibley Parent
Parent elections are held each May with advanced notice in April sent
home with students. Terms of parent and teacher members begin on July 1 and
end on June 30 of the next year.
Notice of meetings are published in the local newspaper.
Anyone may submit items for inclusion on the agenda to the principal two
weeks before each regular council meeting. During the meeting, persons
attending may show that they want to comment or ask questions by raising
their hands, and the chair will call upon them to speak.
The By-laws and Policy are kept in the principal's office and are
available to anyone wishing to see them. Council minutes are available for
review at the school following a meeting.