Questions and Answers
What happens on the 5th tardy for students?
Tardies reset for the Final Exam Exemption Policy.
False
How many hall passes are students allowed per week?
6
Students are considered skipping school if they leave without a __________.
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What type of length must shorts and skirts be?
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What are students expected to wear during physical education classes?
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Students may wear long jackets and trench coats.
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What is considered a weapon according to Graves County Schools?
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What items are not allowed to be worn according to the academic dress code?
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Face painting is allowed every school day.
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Match the following disciplinary actions to their offenses:
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What happens if a student refuses to correct a dress code violation immediately?
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Students are allowed to use vending machines during the school day.
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Study Notes
Tardiness and Skipping Policy
- Tardiness is defined as being unprepared for class when the bell rings, including late check-ins.
- Discipline is given starting from the 5th tardy; tardies reset each semester except for Final Exam Exemption.
- Skipping class occurs after being over 6 minutes late or roaming campus without attending class.
- Skipping school is identified when students leave without checks or parental knowledge.
Hall Pass Regulations
- Students must remain in class unless on school business or facing an emergency.
- EHall Pass must be filled out when leaving class; no cell phones allowed during this process.
- Each student is allocated 6 hall passes per week for a maximum of 6 minutes each.
- Excessive use of hall passes may be reported by teachers; no passes allowed during the first and last 10 minutes of class.
Personal Items Responsibility
- Confiscated items must be picked up at the end of the school day and cannot be retrieved during breaks.
- No pets or animals are permitted without administrative approval.
- Students are responsible for personal items; the school is not liable for lost or stolen items.
Academic Dress Code
- Shirts must have sleeves and cover midriff completely; males' chests and females’ cleavage/back must not be visible.
- Long jackets and trench coats are prohibited.
- Lower body apparel must be fingertip length and worn at the hip; no sheer or see-through items.
- Standard footwear is mandatory; gloves and inappropriate jewelry are not allowed.
Physical Education Dress Code
- Students in P.E. must wear appropriate length shorts or athletic pants and a T-shirt with sleeves.
- Athletic shoes are required; hygiene, including showering after class, is expected.
Dress Code Violations
- Minor violations can be corrected on-site; major violations require a visit to the front office for appropriate attire.
- Guardians must be contacted for students needing clothing changes; students are unexcused while resolving violations.
Off-Limits Areas
- Specific areas such as the back stairwell, copy room, faculty workrooms, and outside the building during school hours are off-limits.
- Stage and steps have restricted access; locker rooms are only accessible during P.E. classes.
- Lunch is confined to the cafeteria and commons with certain restrooms designated for use.
Fighting Policy
- Fighting incurs 2 days of suspension and 20 days of In-School Detention for first offenses, with increased penalties for subsequent offenses.
- Legal action may be taken for serious fights; instigators may also face discipline.
Weapons Definition
- A weapon includes firearms, knives over 3 inches, clubs, and any object meant to cause injury.
- School personnel may conduct searches based on reasonable suspicion.
Drugs and Alcohol Policy
- Possession, use, or sale of alcohol or controlled substances is strictly prohibited on school property or at school activities.
- Look-alike substances are also prohibited if intent to deceive is evident.
Tobacco Products Policy
- Use or possession of tobacco or alternative products like e-cigarettes is banned on school grounds.
- Group presence of tobacco products in restrooms will be treated as possession or use.
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Explore the discipline matrix and code of conduct outlined in the GCHS Student Handbook for the 2024-2025 academic year. This quiz covers key aspects such as tardiness, consequences, and accountability for students. Test your understanding of these important rules and expectations.
