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Parent-Student Handbook2016-20171035 Bennettsville Firetower RoadBennettsville, SC 29512Phone: 1-843-479-6501Fax: 1-843-479-1941Website: STUDENT PARENT HANDBOOK TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION Page #1Board of Directors 3School Mission3School Vision3Board Governance3Accreditation3Eligibility/Class Enrolment3Student/Parent Handbook4Code of Student Conduct4Honor Code4Campus Expectations4Financial Information5Visitors on Campus5 ACADEMICS5South Carolina Grading Policy5Graduation Requirements5Calculation of Grade Point Average/Class Rank6Course of Study/Classes Taught at Marlboro Academy6Community Service7Course Changes for Students7Academic Probation7Academic Awards7Dual Credit8Junior Marshals8Exam Exemptions9Extra Help9Grade Promotion9Homework Policy9Honor Graduates9Honor Roll/Headmasters List10Beta Club10Junior Beta Club10Make-Up Work10Report Cards10SCISA Academic Requirements for Athletics11Testing Program11Transcripts11Tutoring11Valedictorian and Salutatorian12STUDENT SCHEDULE INFORMATION12Attendance Policy12Tardiness12Daily School Schedule13Homeroom13Leaving School Early13Sign-in Sign-out Procedure 13DISCIPLINE14Discipline14Cell Phone Usage15Alcohol15Bullying16Disrespect to MA Staff16Cheating/Plagiarism16Dress Code17Drugs18Electronic Devices18Fighting/Assaulting or Causing Personal Injury18Hazing18Lunch Period Expectations18Public Display of Affection PDA18Student Possessions18Sexual Harassment19Stealing19Student Search Policy19Substance Abuse Policy19Theft/Vandalism20Threatening/Intimidating Behavior20Tobacco20Trespassing20Weapons20Other Illegal Behavior20Miscellaneous20Announcements20Athletics21Book Bags21Bus Transportation21College Visitation21Computer Lab Technology21Email22Extra Curricular Activities22Homework Center22Field Trips22First Aid23Fundraising23Library Books/Textbooks23Lice/Nits23Medications23Parent Involvement24Parking24Parties24Senior Privileges24Student Drop0Off Pick-Up25Safety Drills25Student Council26Substitute Teachers26Telephone Use/Messages26Transporting Students for School Related Activities267 Point Conversion Chart 2710 Point Grading Scale27MARLBORO ACADEMY FACULTY AND STAFF2016-2017Mary Louise BakerCandi BoneyJohn-David ClaytonGray CovingtonJoe CritcherKris FowlerVirginia FowlerDon Greene Raven GroomsKim HaltiwangerMarlowe HarringtonMartha HydukeAtley Jackson Denise JonesRegina LackeyDebby LeslieBrooks LinerBecky MarshNatalie McDonaldKeith McKenzieStacey NewtonBertha ParnellWinnie RogersGary ShapiroCarol StantonEddie Wagner Tammy WagnerGENERAL INFORMATIONBOARD OF DIRECTORSMr. Billy Covington-President Mr. Sully Blair-Vice President Mrs. Jennie Greene Mr. Boyd McLaurin Mr. Jerry Bruner Dr. Len Haltiwanger-Secretary Mr. Allen TaylorMrs. Elizabeth CooleyMr. Eric Herndon-TreasurerSCHOOL MISSIONTo inspire students to achieve their highest academic potential and develop a strong moral character in order to prepare them for college and career readiness in a safe, nurturing, and rigorous environment. SCHOOL VISION To develop students who are well-rounded, who graduate with knowledge, integrity, and confidence and realize their full potential enabling them to make a positive difference in the world.BOARD GOVERNANCEThe Marlboro Academy Board of Directors is the highest governing body of our school. The Board reserves the right to change, amend, override, or discount any part of the rules as outlined. The decisions of the Board are final. ACCREDITATIONMarlboro Academy is a member of, and accredited by, the South Carolina Independent School Association, Inc. (SCISA). ELIGIBILITY / CLASS ENROLLMENT CAPKindergarten: Student must be 5 years of age as of September 1, 2016 K-1 -15 students2-5 -22 students6-12 -25 students**Note-If a family moves in with multiple children, grade caps may be increased to allow all children entrance.STUDENT PARENT HANDBOOKThis handbook has been carefully prepared to summarize topics of immediate concern to students. Parents and students are encouraged to carefully review the 2016-2017 Student Parent Handbook as changes have been made from last year’s Student Handbook.CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCTWe respect the rights of our school, ourselves and others.We respect the property of MA and others.We use appropriate and respectful language to communicate with others.We are on time for school and each class.We keep the campus free of weapons, tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, and litter.We follow MA dress code.We adhere to the Honor Code.HONOR CODEThe student shall be on his/her honor to prepare and submit only his/her own work and to refrain from giving or receiving help on tests or examinations. To uphold the Honor Code, each student has the responsibility to report any infractions. Remember that the teacher cannot observe all infractions at all times; therefore students can contribute constructively in maintaining honor within the student body. Any act of dishonesty will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal. Honor Code Pledge will be signed by students and parents. CAMPUS EXPECTATIONSStudents are to address adults as Mr., Mrs., Miss, Coach, etc. and never by their first names only.Students should not walk on gym floor without proper shoes.During assemblies, students should be attentive and courteous. All students must be off campus by 3:00 each day unless under the direct supervision of a staff member.Food and drink are not allowed in classrooms unless permission is given by staff member in charge.All students waiting for a ride after school must wait at front sidewalk behind yellow line. No weapons, guns of any make (rifle, shotgun, pistol etc.) knives, and explosives, are allowed on MA campus, including student vehicles.No alcohol, illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia is allowed on campus, including student vehicles. Trash should be put in trashcans.Graffiti will not be tolerated on school property and will be viewed as vandalism.FINANCIAL INFORMATIONMA does not ask for nor does it accept government funds; therefore, it is necessary that tuition be paid on time.Payments are due by 10th of each month.Permanent records and official transcripts will be withheld until all fees and penalties are paid in full.Please refer to your 2016-2017 Tuition Contract to determine payment options.VISITORS ON CAMPUS All parents, guests, and volunteers must report directly to the high school office to sign in when you arrive on campus during school hours. A pass will be issued for you to wear. All visitors must return to the high school office to sign out.ACADEMICSSOUTH CAROLINA UNIFORM GRADING POLICYMarlboro Academy utilizes the South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale to calculate GPA and class rank.? All courses carrying Carnegie units will be used.? All final transcripts will report class rankings.Transcripts and report cards will use numerical grades/Pass Fail for courses carrying Carnegie units.Transcripts and report cards will specify the course title and the level of course student has taken.Grades in courses carrying Carnegie units will be converted according to the Grade Point Conversion Table.Grade Point Conversion Table: see form/table appendix GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS(Beginning with the class of 2011, one elective must be in the Arts.)English ………………………………………………………………………………… 4 unitsMathematics……………………………………………………………………………. 4 unitsScience (Must have three lab sciences excluding physical science) ……………………3 unitsSocial Sciences (One must be U. S. History, and one must be Government/Economics).4 unitsForeign Language (Three or four recommended) ……………………………………… 2 unitsComputer Science ………………………………………………………………………..1 unitPhysical Education ……………………………………………………………………….1 unitFine Arts…………………………………………………………………………………..1 unitElectives ………………………………………………………………………………….4 unitsTotal ………………………………………………………………………………..……24 unitsCALCULATION OF GRADE POINT AVERAGE/CLASS RANKMarlboro Academy utilizes the South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale to calculate GPA and class rank.? All courses carrying Carnegie units will be used.? All final transcripts will report class rankings.COURSE OF STUDY CLASSES TAUGHT AT MA K-4 Self Contained: Math, Reading, Grammar, Writing, Science and Social StudiesK-6 Rotation: Art, Computer/Library, Music, PE, SpanishCP-College PrepH-Honors#-Count towards High School Credits in 8th GradeAll courses taken in grades 9-12 count towards High School Credits5th English6th English7thEnglish8th #Algebra 1 HMathMathMath 7 CP #Computer ReadingReadingPre Algebra H #English 1 CPRotationRotationPE Social StudiesScienceScienceReading #Health/PESocial StudiesSocial StudiesScience Pre Algebra CP Social Studies Science9thAlgebra 1 CP10thAlgebra 2 CP11th Algebra 3 CP/H12th Ad Biology CP/HAlgebra 2 HBiology CP/HChemistry CP/HEnglish 5 CP/HEnglish 2 H/CPChorusEnglish 4 CP/HGovernment/Econ CPSpanish 1 CPCinemaMusic AppreciationPre-calculus HGeography CPEnglish 3 CP/HSpanish 3 CPPsychology CP Physical Science CPSpanish 2 CPWorld History CPSpanish IV HU.S. History Statistics CPCOMMUNITY SERVICE36 hours are required for graduation from MAMA office will maintain a list of number of hours students acquireSuggestions: Red Cross, Humane Society, Hospice, Relay for Life, United Way, Church FunctionsCOURSE CHANGES FOR STUDENTSReasons a course change will be madeThe student has already passed the course.The student failed a course needed for graduation and needs to take that course over.Administration and parent have prior agreement.Administration has the authority to change a course under certain circumstances.ACADEMIC PROBATIONStudents on Academic Probation are given a contract prior to the new school year that specifies certain requirements to remain a student at MA. If a student fails to meet the requirements to be removed from Academic Probation, change of enrollment will occur.Reasons to be placed on academic probation for the following year:Earning 2 or more D’s for the current yearEarning 1 or more F’s for the current yearRequirements to be removed from academic probation are the following:Student will attend mandatory study hall Student will have no F’s at end of 1st semester grading periodStudent will only have 1 D at end of 1st semester grading periodOther requirements specified by Administration, agreed upon by signed statement from parentsIn some cases, Administration will determine that continuation at the Academy is no longer prudent. At that time, the parents will be advised. ACADEMIC AWARDSTeachers will present academic awards to their students at the end of 2016-2017 school year. (Highest Average, Most Improved, Citizenship, etc.)MA staff will vote on other awards given at the end of the 2016-2017 school year. (Brenda Quick Award, Pence Award, Boys State, Wayne Usher Award, Sally Jennings Dependability Award, etc.)DUAL CREDITMarlboro Academy Dual Credit/Dual Enrollment Policy:Dual Credit: Courses taken for high school and college credit.Dual Enrollment: Courses taken for college credit only.Requirements:Student must maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher on the SC Uniform Grading Policy.Student must earn the required NETC/RCC test scores (SAT, ACT, placement).Student must have earned 14 Carnegie Units to take courses after 10th Grade.Student must have earned 19 Carnegie Units to take courses after 11th Grade.If a student chooses to take courses for Dual Credit, the student must do the following:Choose from a list of approved courses found in the College Placement Office.Only take up to six courses for Dual Credit during their high school career.Take Music Appreciation as one of the six Dual Credit C: No pre-requisites or test scores requiredRCC: Pass all three parts of Accuplacer or have qualifying test scoresMay not replace courses that are offered at Marlboro plete the Dual Credit Form and have it approved by Administration.If a student chooses to take courses for Dual Enrollment, the student must understand the following:Students may take as many classes for college credit as they’d like.Marlboro Academy will only accept six courses to be reported on the student’s high school transcript.Marlboro Academy will only accept these six courses to be included in the student’s high school GPA.Junior Marshals: GPAs will be calculated at the end of the 1st Semester of the junior year. Any Dual Credit Courses taken during fall semester will be counted. Any Dual Credit Courses taken during spring semester will not be counted because they will not have been completed yet. Any requests for exceptions to this policy should be made in writing to Administration. Any exceptions will be made at Administration’s discretion after consultation with the board of directors. JUNIOR MARSHALSThe six-eight juniors who have maintained the highest grade point averages will be designated as junior marshals. The chief marshal will be the marshal with the highest grade point average. Junior Marshals will be announced at the end of the junior year .The chief marshal will be recognized at graduation. *Marshals must have entered the Academy by the beginning of their sophomore year.EXAM EXEMPTION POLICY A student may qualify to exempt an exam provided student meets the following criteria:1st SemesterNo exemptions for core courses (English, Math, History, Science)No more than 5 absences for all other class exams90 or above semester average in noncore class to be exempted2nd Semester: All class exams may be exempted 90 or above semester average in class to be exemptedNo more than 5 absences for semester class exams.Seniors can except all exams, with a passing grade.3 tardies to school will equal an absence in the exam policyEXTRA HELPStudents at Marlboro Academy have access to extra help. Extra help is usually scheduled after school between 2:30-2:55 PM Monday-Thursday or during the school day at the convenience of the teacher. Extra help is not a viable option for those who do not pay attention in class or for those who do not do their assigned homework. Extra help is NOT the same as tutoring. Extra help is provided by all teachers in order to answer specific questions, to clarify instruction, or to review briefly material covered in class.GRADE PROMOTIONPromotion from grades one through twelve in the case of students who fail one or more subjects will be determined by the consideration of each case individually.HOMEWORK POLICY Homework is to be done by the student.Homework assignments are the student’s responsibility and should be turned in a timely manner.HONOR GRADUATESHonor graduates are those graduating seniors who have maintained an average of 3.62 for all high school work. HONOR ROLL/HEADMASTER’S LISTThe Headmaster’s List and Honor Roll are awarded at the end of each quarter in grades 3-12. Honor roll requires a grade of at least 80 in all academic courses. The Headmaster’s List is awarded to those students who achieve a grade of at least 90 in all academic subjects for the marking period. BETA CLUBThe Beta Club is an academic, honorary organization. The Beta Club will be open to any student in grades 9-12 who maintains a cumulative average of 3.62 in all academic subjects. Should a cumulative average fall below 3.62, a student will be placed on Beta academic probation and given one semester in which to bring the average up to standard. Membership will be forfeited if the average of 3.62 is not attained by the end of the probationary period. JUNIOR BETA CLUBSixth through eighth grade students must make the A or A/B honor roll and have a 90 or better academic average at semester break.Students admitted to Junior Beta the previous year will continue as Junior Beta membersStudents must maintain A or A/B honor roll status with an overall average of 90 or aboveStudents must follow all rules and procedures.Students must attend Beta Club meetings and participate in Beta-sponsored activities MAKE-UP WORKStudent is responsible for getting notes and announcements from the class missed.Student is responsible for any material given during the absence including homework, quiz, test, project, etc.Student is responsible for knowing of any future assigned homework, test, quiz, project, etc.If student knows that they will be absent ahead of day or days missed, student is responsible for collecting all assignments for homework, test, quiz, project, etc. before this absence or absences.All make-up work should be completed within 2 days of absence unless Administration/Teacher decides on a different schedule. If not, a student may earn a zero.REPORT CARDSReport Cards are issued at the completion of each nine week school period.Students need to return their report cards to their Homeroom Teacher within two days from the date issued.Report Cards must be signed by parents before report cards are returned.SCISA ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ATHLETICSFor first quarter athletics, all athletes must have passed four (4) core units or any five (5) units of credit to be eligible at the start of a school year from the previous school year.A student in grades 9-12 must take and pass at least four (4), one unit Core Courses or any five (5) one unit courses, each grading period (6/9/12 week) or semester to be eligible. Students below the 9th grade must pass four (4) subjects each grading period/semester. A senior who has met or is meeting all requirements for graduation must pass four (4), one-credit courses each marking period/semester.Students that are ineligible at the start of a season may not participate in that sport that season. There will be no additional try-outs after a season starts for ineligible students that become eligible.Mid-marking period reports will serve as an official warning to athletes but will not be a determinant for the eligibility for the sport.SCHOLARSHIP COUNSELORMA has hired a Scholarship Counselor for the 2016-1017 school year. Conferences may be set up with the counselor for student and parents.TESTING PROGRAMACT Grades-10, 11 and 12RecommendedOtis Lennon IQ TestGrades 2, 5, and 7RequiredPSATGrades 8- 11Required SATGrades 10, 11 and 12RecommendedStandard AchievementGrades K-9RequiredTRANSCRIPTSBefore transcripts can be released for an enrolled student, all accounts must be current. This includes tuition, athletics, arts, and classroom balances.TUTORINGTutoring is a “for pay” service that can be acquired from non-Marlboro tutors as well as from Marlboro Academy faculty at the discretion of the parents. Tutoring will be offered on campus for grades 6-12, immediately following school from 2:40-3:30.There will be a fee of $10.00 per session. Outside tutoring services do not come under the auspices of Marlboro Academy.VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIANThe class valedictorian will have the highest GPA at the end of the senior year. The salutatorian will have the second highest GPA at the end of the senior the year. Student’s receiving these awards must have entered the Academy by the beginning of their sophomore year and have taken the most rigorous courses offered at the Academy.STUDENT SCHEDULE INFORMATIONATTENDANCE POLICYMarlboro Academy recognizes that a positive correlation exists between regular attendance and achievement. Students who are absent more than 16 days per school year shall be placed on a list of candidates for retention, and/or may not be able to receive credit for a course. There will be no distinction between excused and unexcused absences.Students who are absent more than 8 days per semester for a ? credit class shall be placed on a list of candidates for retention, and/or may not be able to receive credit for a course.Students with more than 16 absences have the opportunity to appeal to the Marlboro Academy Board of Directors to pass current class, promoted to next grade and/or receive credit for the course. It shall be the responsibility of the student/parent to keep accurate records giving the reason for such absences or tardiness. Examples-doctor’s notes, legal issues, family issues, etc. MA requires that documentation be provided to the school stating the reason for student absences, tardies, and early dismissals.MA will keep, maintain complete, confidential, and accurate attendance records in each class. A student shall have the opportunity to make-up all work, including tests, missed during the absence as arranged by the student with the teacher. It is the student’s responsibility to get make up work. To be counted officially present and allowed to participate in athletics, a student shall be in attendance at least one-half of the school day (11:30 am). School sponsored events do not count towards the 16 day absence policy.TARDINESSA student shall be seated or at his/her assigned station for work at the time appointed for the school day or class to begin or be recorded as a tardy for the day or class. Three tardies will equal an absence in the exam exemption policy. A student in grades 6-12, who misses more than one half of a period is marked as absent in that class. Students in K-5 will receive a normal tardy. Three tardies equal 1 day absent.DAILY SCHOOL SCHEDULE8:15-First Bell11:10-12:05-Fourth Period8:20-Tardy Bell11:10-12:05-Lunch grades K-58:20-9:15-First Period/Homeroom12:05-12:45-Lunch grades 6-129:15-10:05-Second Period12:45-1:40-Fifth Period10:05-10:20-Break1:40-2:30-Sixth Period 10:20-11:10-Third Period2:30-2:55-Extra Help HOMEROOMMeets every Monday (other days of week if needed) in students 1st period classTeachers: 5th grade-Fowler 6th grade-Hyduke 7th grade-Wagner 8th grade-Clayton 9th grade-Jones 10th grade-Marsh 11th grade-Liner 12th grade-GreeneLEAVING SCHOOL EARLYA student must bring a note from home addressed to Administration before 8:20 that states the reason for the student to be released earlier than regular dismissal time. Students who become sick during the school day and sickness requires them to leave campus, must sign out at the office with parent’s permission. If Administration feels that student is not well enough to drive, transportation must be provided by student’s family. All athletes leaving campus for an away game are under the direct supervision of their coach and will leave with the team at the announced departure time.No student may leave MA campus before regular dismissal time without permission from Administration.SIGN-IN / SIGN-OUT PROCEDURE-STUDENTSStudents-6-12 grade students will sign in/out in the High School Office. K-5 students will sign in/out in the Lower School Office.DISCIPLINEThere is only one philosophy of discipline as far as the administration is concerned. Students are expected to respect teachers, administration, property and each other. Any behavior contrary to this belief requires action. Individual teacher classroom management prevails until a faculty member decides that results are not forthcoming. Administration intervention will follow.Discipline ConsequencesMinor Offenses: Missed Homework Assignments, Class Disruption, Dress Code Violations, Profanity, Inappropriate Gestures, Not following Playground Rules, Not following Teacher/Staff directions1st-Student Warning2nd-Parent Notification3rd-Lunch Detention and/or Loss of Break Time 4th-One Day Suspension5th-Three day Suspension6th-Possible Expulsion from MAMajor Offenses: Alcohol, Assault, Bomb Threats, Bullying, Disrespect to MA Staff, Cheating/Plagiarism, Drugs, Fighting, Hazing, Leaving School Without Permission, Serious Inappropriate PDA, Stealing, Sexual Harassment, Theft, Vandalism, Technology Misuse, Weapons 1st-Parent Notification/Possible Suspension2nd-Five Day Suspension3rd-Ten Day Suspension/Possible Expulsion from MA Note: All Consequences except Student Warning will have a referral form for parent to sign and return.Parent will receive a copy of Referral Form to keep for themselves.Parent must accompany student and meet with administration upon student return from suspension Administration has the authority to bypass Consequence Procedure if a Safety Issue is involved, which may include but not limited to, Weapons, Drug Possession/Sale, Alcohol, Assault, Sexual Harassment, or Bomb Threats. CELL PHONE USAGEStudents may possess a cell phone as long as they comply with MA administration and staff rules. Each Staff member has the right to set guidelines for cell phone use in their classroom setting. Students will be informed of these guidelines on their first entrance to each class.Students may use their cell phones during the following: before and after school, lunch, morning break, and between classes.Students may not use cell phones during school wide emergencies or emergency drills unless instructed to do so by a MA staff member.Administration/Staff have the right to take possession of student’s cell phone when used in an inappropriate manner. Cell phones may be used on campus BEFORE 8:15 and AFTER 2:30 up until consequence # 5.Cell phones are allowed to remain in student’s automobiles up until consequence # 5MA staff is not responsible for cell phones after 2:30 on day cell phone is takenCell phones are not allowed for lower school students. (grades K-5)***Parents, please try to do your calling or texting during student lunch periods.Cell Phone Offenses:1st-Student Warning2nd-Parent Notification-cell phone taken for remainder of day3rd –Student may not use their cell phone or another student’s cell phone during school hours for 5 days4th- Student may not use their cell phone or another students cell phone during school hours for 10 days5th-- Student may not use their cell phone or another student’s’ cell phone during school hours for remainder of year6th-Possible Suspension/ Expulsion from MANote: Cell Phones taken at school will be returned to parent at end of that school day.ALCOHOLNo student shall possess, use, transmit, or be under the influence of an alcoholic beverage on MA campus or any MA function/activity.BULLYINGMarlboro Academy is committed to a safe and civil educational environment for all students, employees, and volunteers, free from harassment, intimidation or bullying. Administration defines bullying as a pattern of behaviors, not an isolated incident.Harassment, intimidation or bullying (also cyber-bullying) means any intention that:Physically harms a student or damages the student’s property.Verbally intimidates/harasses a student.Uses electronic means to intimidate/harass a student.Has the effect of substantially interfering with a student’s education.Is severe, persistent, or pervasive so that it creates an intimidating or threatening environment.Has the effect of substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school. Individual teacher classroom management prevails until a faculty member decides that results are not forthcoming. Administration intervention will follow.DISRESPECT TO MA STAFFStudent will not use vulgar language or gestures or otherwise show marked disrespect to any MA staff.CHEATING/PLAGIARISM -DEFINITIONA student is considered to be in the violation of the MA policy of cheating when he/she participates in any of the activities included in, but not limited to, this list:Copying or receiving another student’s answer on a test or quizSupplying answers to another student on a test or quizSecuring information on an examination beforehandPassing information on an examination to another studentCopying homework or a class assignmentAllowing another student to copy one’s own workUsing information for fraudulent purposes: Ex-storing information on a calculator, writing material on student’s hand, etc.…Willfully falsifying data and presenting it as one’s own research or workNot citing research, quotes, or any other information****Note-A student will receive a zero on a test, quiz, homework assignment, project, research paper, or any other work in which cheating/plagiarism is used.DRESS CODE Marlboro Academy encourages students to attend school in clothing that is neat, clean, fits properly, and which covers them appropriately to promote success in the classroom. Students will not be allowed to attend school in clothing or accessories which interfere, distract or disrupt good order and discipline. KindergartenNo flip flops, in addition to the following K-5 dress code.K-4Shorts required under dresses/skirts.Midriffs must be covered.Undergarments shall not be visible.Tennis shoes worn for PE. No hats in school building.5-12Midriffs shall be covered.Athletic Shorts may only be worn for PE and Athletic Events.Shorts, dresses, and skirts shall be longer than the length of the extended arm, hand and fingertips at a normal standing position. If in doubt, don’t wear it. Shoulders shall be covered, though sleeveless apparel is acceptable with a two inch strap.Undergarments shall not be visible.Pants shall be worn at the waist. No sagging of pants.Yoga pants must be accompanied with a long shirt the length of the extended arm, hand and fingertips at a normal standing position.Tennis shoes must be worn for PE. Sunglasses, hats, caps or toboggans may not be worn in the classroom.Pants with holes, tears, or rips should not be large or in inappropriate areas.Clothing and accessories, as well as messages on clothing or accessories, shall not be lewd, vulgar, provocative, obscene, degrading to others, or promote violence, alcohol, tobacco, or illegal substances.Girls only may wear up to two sets of pierced earrings. No other earrings, jewelry studs, or any type of body piercing may be worn on any body part that shows, including the tongue.Hair styles should be neat, clean and combed. Males may have properly groomed facial hair. Oddly colored hair is a possible distraction and will not be allowed. No visible tattoos. Sweat Pants may be worn on Fridays onlyIf clothing is inappropriate, the student will call home for a change of clothes or he or she will be provided with clothing to cover the inappropriate clothing. They may not leave school to change clothes. All missed work must be made-up.DRUGSNo student shall possess, use, transmit or be under the influence of any narcotic or hallucinogenic drug, including amphetamine, barbiturate, and marijuana on MA campus or any MA school sponsored function/activity.ELECTRONIC DEVICES Laptop computers are allowed for students in grades 8-12 as academic tools. Any electronic items brought on campus are the sole responsibility of the student. Marlboro Academy is not responsible for storage, maintenance, damage, or loss of any personal items, including an electronic device. FIGHTING, ASSAULTING, OR CAUSING PERSONAL INJURYNo student shall participate in a fight, assault, or cause or attempt to cause physical injury to any student, school employee, or other person on MA campus or school sponsored function/activity.HAZING-DEFINITIONWhen one or more students show repeated physical or verbal abuse to another student, such that said student no longer feels safe at MA or any MA activity/function.LUNCH PERIOD EXPECTATIONSStudents do not break in line or allow others to break in line.Students remove trays and trash from tables and put trays and trash in appropriate placesStudents are not allowed in parking lots during lunch without permission from staff.Students must consume food in cafeteria, except seniors.PUBLIC DISPLAY OF AFFECTION-PDAPublic Display of Affection between students is not allowed on MA campus or at any school function/activity.Serious inappropriate or sexual conduct is considered as a Major Offense in MA Discipline Chart.STUDENT POSSESSIONSStudents are provided with cubbies in which they may keep their books and belongings. The school can neither assume nor accept responsibility for loss or damage to personal property. A student should not touch another student’s possessions without permission. Valuables or large sums of money should not be brought to school. The school strives to maintain a secure environment in which both people and property are respected.SEXUAL HARASSMENTNo student, staff member, or other persons on MA campus shall be subject to sexual harassment. Any student, staff member or other person who believes that he or she has been sexually harassed while on MA campus or involved in a school related activity/function should report this incident to administration promptly.Sexual harassment may include any of the following behaviors:Sexual commentsSexual humor or jokesOffensive notes, drawings or picturesSexual propositions, insults, or threatsInsulting sounds or gesturesUnwelcome or offensive touching of bodyDisplay, viewing, or reference to pornographic materialsAny form of sexual assault or threat of sexual assault. STEALING-DEFINITION A student takes the property of another without permission, and with the intent to keep or make use of wrongfully.STUDENT SEARCH POLICIESMarlboro Academy reserves the right to search a currently enrolled student while participating in a school-sponsored activity or while representing Marlboro Academy. Property belonging to the student that can be searched includes student driven automobiles, equipment, clothing, personal effects, bags, purses, coolers, cases or other containers. Only Headmaster, Assistant Headmaster or Law Enforcement Officer will conduct the search. Marlboro Academy also reserves the right to engage in random searches. Marlboro Academy may utilize searches using trained dogs that are accompanied by a qualified dog trainer. A refusal of a search may be grounds for suspension/dismissal.Parents will be notified if their child has been searched. SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICYTo help insure a safe, healthy, and productive educational environment for our students, staff and employees, the school has adopted a strict policy with regard to the possession, use, or distribution of controlled substances and alcohol. Accordingly, the possession, use, consumption, distribution, or sale of alcohol or controlled substances, or having controlled substances in one’s system without medical authorization during school hours, on school property, or while a participant or spectator at a school-sponsored event, or at any time when the student represents the school, will result in disciplinary action up to and including expulsion. THEFT/VANDALISMNo student shall steal, attempt to steal, damage, attempt to damage school property or private property on MA campus or at any MA function/activity.THREATENING OR INTIMIDATING BEHAVIORNo student shall use any language, act, or gesture which constitutes a threat of force or violence toward a student, staff member or any other person on MA school campus or at a MA activity/function.TOBACCONo student shall possess or use any tobacco product on MA campus or at a MA activity/function.TRESPASSINGStudents are not allowed on MA campus when suspended. Parents, Guardians or any other person that have been banned are not allowed on MA campus or a MA activity/function.WEAPONSNo student shall knowingly possess, handle, or transmit any knife, razor, ice pick, explosive, machete, pistol, rifle, shotgun, pellet gun, metal knuckles, or any other object that would reasonably be considered a weapon on MA campus and any MA school sponsored function/activity.OTHER ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES A student shall not engage in:Any conduct on MA campus or a MA function/activity which violates any law of the United States, the state of South Carolina or any other state/country in which the conduct occurs. Any conduct which is detrimental to either the maintenance of good order, safety or discipline, or the general welfare of students and staff at Marlboro Academy.MiscellaneousANNOUNCEMENTS School announcements will be made daily at the beginning of (10:20 am) 3rd period. A hard copy of announcements will be delivered to each classroom at this time.Announcements must be in main office by 9:15 am to be read over intercom or hard copy delivered that day.Administration must pre-approve announcements, handbills, or posters before being displayed on MA campus.ATHLETICS Each student/parent will receive a Marlboro Academy Athletic Handbook. MA Athletic Director will physically distribute and receive a signed acceptance from parent before student can participate in an athletic event. Head Coach will go over handbook at team parent meeting. Please read carefully the eligibility regulations as found in the Marlboro Academy Athletic Handbook. Fall Sports: Cross Country, Equestrian, Soccer, Tennis-Girls, Volleyball- JV and VarsityWinter Sports: Basketball- JV and Varsity Boys and Girls, Cheerleading- JV and VarsitySpring Sports: Baseball- JV and Varsity, Golf- Coed, Softball- JV and Varsity, Tennis- BoysBOOK BAGSBook bags will not be left in hallways, door openings or other high level traffic areas for safety purposes. Book bags are subject to random inspection by administration.BUS TRANSPORTATIONMA currently owns 1 thirty passenger bus and 2 fourteen passenger buses.Students who rode buses during the 2015-2016 school year will have first opportunity to sign up for 2016-2017 school year. After these spots are secured, a lottery will be held for remaining spots. Remaining students requesting a spot will be put on a waiting list. Cost is $50 dollars per month for 10 months for first child in a household. (August-May) Cost for additional children in the same household will be $35 dollars per month. If a student decides that they no longer need to ride the bus, the spot will be offered to the next person on waiting list.Hierarchy of availability-Athletics, school sponsored field trips, student transportation to/from schoolProhibited bus behavior earns the same disciplinary action as if the violation occurred on school campus.COLLEGE VISITATIONSeniors and Juniors have the opportunity to use 2 school days that will not count towards the 16 day attendance policy.Administration must be informed at least one week prior to scheduled visit.Students must get college visitation form from college placement office prior to visit.Teachers should be informed at least one week prior to scheduled visit.Students are responsible for all work missed during this PUTER LAB TECHNOLOGYComputer labs, I-Pads and other Marlboro technology are for the proper use of MA students, and staff.Students will be held accountable for any applicable legal charges for the unauthorized, improper, illegal or unacceptable use of school technology systems.Parent and student must sign an acceptable use policy provided in student packet.MA computer lab is located in Media Center. Students may use lab during lunch, break, study halls, before/after school unless MA staff member has reserved lab for class use. Computer lab usage falls under MA technology policies.EMAILGrade Link, our student records program, requires all students and parents to have an email address on file with MAEmail between MA staff and students/parents will be our 1st choice of communication.EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIESAthletic TeamsBeta ClubChorusInteract ClubJr. Beta ClubLiterary MeetMarlboro Academy PageantMath MeetsMusic FestivalNational Honor SocietyQuiz BowlSpelling BeeStudent CouncilYearbookHOMEWORK CENTER Homework Center hours are 2:30-5:30 Monday-Friday. The Homework Center will be held in the Lower School Art Room.The purpose of the Homework Center is to allow time after school for students to complete homework in a structured, monitored environment.Further information is available on MA website. FIELD TRIPSField Trips at MA are scheduled 30 days ahead of time and must be approved by Board.Class/Grade Field Trips will be relevant to the MA curriculumGroup Field Trips will be relevant to the overall education of the student-Ex-Washington D.C.Students are responsible for all academic work missed.Field Trips sponsored by MA are for MA students only. Siblings of MA students are not allowed to attend Field Trip unless permission is granted from Administration.Excluding Kindergarten, 1st Grade; each class is allowed one major (travel over 30 miles from MA) field trip each semester, unless extra field trip is approved by Board and Administration.Parents/Guardians will be notified in a reasonable time frame if fundraising or a financial charge is required for student to participate in a field trip Transportation-if needed, will be equal to all studentsParents must turn in proper documentation to transport studentsStudents will ride to and from field trip with appointed adultFIRST AIDMany members of the MA faculty and coaching staff are trained in emergency first aid and CPR. Parents are responsible for informing Administration of any medical condition that might require special precautions or emergency attention, including potential allergic reactions to insect bites or stings. In such cases, parents must provide the school with emergency medication and written permission for immediate emergency room care. FUNDRAISINGMA Board has approved these seven fundraisers: Charleston Wrap, Halloween Carnival, BBQ, Miss Marlboro Academy Pageant, Big Bash & Benefit, Junior Prom, and Senior TripThe only fundraising activities allowed to take place on MA campus are those sponsored by a MA organization and pre-approved by Board and Administration.No fundraising food items may be sold during lunch periods.No outside organizations, groups, or individuals may conduct any type of fundraising on MA campus without prior-approval of Board/Administration.All Fundraising Requests must be submitted on the appropriate form at least 30 school days in advance. LIBRARY BOOKS/TEXTBOOKSThe use of library books and textbooks is a privilege for all students.Parents are responsible for repair or replacement costs of library books and textbooks that are damaged, destroyed, or lost.LICE/NITSA student who has lice or nits will not be admitted to class for at least one full day after a student has been sent home (e.g., A student sent home on Wednesday may return on Friday).Student may not be readmitted to class until Administration determines student is free of lice and nits. MEDICATIONSFor grades 6-12, any student requiring medication during the school day must submit a statement to the main office. For Grades K-5 statement must go to the homeroom teacher. All notes must be signed by a parent/guardian, and physician for prescription medication. The medicine will be kept by assigned school personnel. This includes both prescription and over-the-counter medicines. The school is permitted to dispense over-the-counter medication only if a parent has given permission on the Medication Form. PARENT INVOLVEMENTBooster Club membership-The purpose of the MA Booster Club is to support all MA athletic programs. Conferences-Marlboro Academy encourages parents to schedule frequent conferences with teachers and administrators to discuss student progress. Conferences are scheduled through the teacher during the teacher’s planning period or after school.Visitation-Parents are always welcome to visit our school. Please sign in and receive a visitor pass at main office. PARKINGMA is not responsible for damage to vehicles or theft from vehicles parked on campus.All vehicles must be parked front-end first and in the assigned lot space.Parking lots are not accessible to students during the school day hours.Speed limit on MA campus is 10 MPH. Speeding, unsafe, or reckless driving will result in loss of driving privileges.Playing loud music in vehicles on campus is not allowed.Student vehicles must not be moved to another campus area during the school day.All vehicles parked on campus are subject to be searched by administration or law enforcement.No firearm, explosive, weapon, illegal drugs or alcoholic beverage of any kind is allowed in a vehicle on campus. Violation of this policy is punishable by suspension, possible expulsion, and legal charges.PARTIES-HOLIDAY/BIRTHDAYParties are permitted for classrooms in grades K-5Teachers will provide a list of parties to parents at the beginning of each semester.Birthday parties will be held at 2:00 for Kindergarten class and 2:15 for grades 1-5SENIOR PRIVILEGESEarly Release-12:00 to attend NETC/RCC classes, 1:40 for seniors taking MA class 5th periodSenior Study-located in Pence HallEntering lunch line before 9-11 gradesParking-1st row in front of gymPossible exemption of all class exams 2nd semester.Seniors may use senior study to consume food at break/lunchStudent DROP-OFF AND PICK-UPProcedures for drop-off are as follows:Vehicles will enter the gate closest to Academy road and drive on the right side in single file to the covered walkway.No one is authorized to drop-off to the left side of the drive.Students are to exit the vehicle from the right, unless a parent is going to get out of the car and assist a student exiting from the left.Students then will proceed to the proper destination. Students in grades K-5 will report to the Lower School Multi-Purpose Room. Students in grades 6-12 will report directly to homeroom.If there is a need to park the car and come inside, it is imperative that parents pull past the covered walkway and adjacent sidewalk and park on the right side of the drive. Procedures for pick-up are as follows: Vehicles will enter the gate closest to Academy road. Two lines will form. As you get closer to the section where pick-up occurs, traffic will merge into one lane. At the right hand turn every other car in the left lane merges after a car in the right lane. Vehicles will proceed to the end of the sidewalk where an orange cone will be placed.Students will load from this cone backwards to another cone placed near the curve. Please do not pull out and attempt to leave even if your car pool has loaded. There will be a signal when you may move on. If a child has forgotten something or there is a need for you to come inside a building, pull to the right past the sidewalk and park. A vehicle is never to be left parked in the pick-up line. A vehicle is never to be left running unattended.Thank you for your careful attention to the safety of all children.SAFETY DRILLSCode Black-Severe Weather*Code Blue-LockdownCode Red-Fire*Code Yellow-EvacuationWhen a safety drill or an emergency situation occurs, students must stop whatever they are doing and proceed to the designated areas at assembly points outside the buildings or in enclosed areas of the buildings, depending upon the drill. *The essential rule during safety drills is that students must proceed to the designated area in a rapid, orderly, and quiet manner. Marlboro Academy practices the following drills: fire drill, tornado drills, and lock-down drills. Safety issues are addressed in the Marlboro Academy Crisis Manual, and all faculty and staff members have a copy in their possession.STUDENT COUNCIL-ELIGIBILITY, ELECTION, DUTIES, OFFICERSInformation will be provided to MA student body through distribution of “Constitution of the Student Council of Marlboro Academy. SUBSTITUTE TEACHERSWhen a substitute teacher is assigned to a class, students will follow all MA behavioral and academic expectations.TELEPHONE USE / MESSAGESStudents may use the school phone for (1) sickness, (2) change in after-school athletic practice, and (3) any other change in school-related after-school activities. Phone calls should be made at the end of class, during break, or during lunch. Parents should call to let us know any of the following: (1) if children will be late to school, (2) if children will not be at school, (3) if parents will be late picking up children at the end of the day; (4)if un usual transportation arrangements are to be changed in any way. TRANSPORTATING STUDENTS FOR SCHOOL RELATED ACTIVITIESSCISA is requiring its schools to have all persons who transport students have a Drivers Registration Form on file prior to transporting a student on a school related trip.No one may transport a student, other than their child, without a properly complete transportation form on file. 7 Grade Point Conversion ChartThrough Summer 2016South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale ConversionsNumerical AverageLetter GradeCollege PrepHonorsAP/IB/ Dual Credit100A4.8755.3755.87599A4.7505.2505.75098A4.6255.1255.62597A4.5005.0005.50096A4.3754.8755.37595A4.2504.7505.25094A4.1254.6255.12593A4.0004.5005.00092B3.8754.3754.87591B3.7504.2504.75090B3.6254.1254.62589B3.5004.0004.50088B3.3753.8754.37587B3.2503.7504.25086B3.1253.6254.12585B3.0003.5004.00084C2.8753.3753.87583C2.7503.2503.75082C2.6253.1253.62581C2.5003.0003.50080C2.3752.8753.37579C2.2502.7503.25078C2.1252.6253.12577C2.0002.5003.00076D1.8752.3752.87575D1.7502.2502.75074D1.6252.1252.62573D1.5002.0002.50072D1.3751.8752.37571D1.2501.7502.25070D1.1251.6252.12569F1.0001.5002.00068F0.8751.3751.87567F0.7501.2501.75066F0.6251.1251.62565F0.5001.0001.50064F0.3750.8751.37563F0.2500.7501.25062F0.1250.6251.1250–61F0.0000.0000.00061FA0.0000.0000.00061WF0.0000.0000.000—WP0.0000.0000.00010 Point Grading Scale Effective Fall 2016South Carolina Uniform Grading Scale ConversionsNumerical AverageLetter GradeCollege Prep WeightingHonors WeightingAP/IB/Dual Credit Weighting100A5.0005.5006.00099A4.9005.4005.90098A4.8005.3005.80097A4.7005.2005.70096A4.6005.1005.60095A4.5005.0005.50094A4.4004.9005.40093A4.3004.8005.30092A4.2004.7005.20091A4.1004.6005.10090A4.0004.5005.00089B3.9004.4004.90088B3.8004.3004.80087B3.7004.2004.70086B3.6004.1004.60085B3.5004.0004.50084B3.4003.9004.40083B3.3003.8004.30082B3.2003.7004.20081B3.1003.6004.10080B3.0003.5004.00079C2.9003.4003.90078C2.8003.3003.80077C2.7003.2003.70076C2.6003.1003.60075C2.5003.0003.50074C2.4002.9003.40073C2.3002.8003.30072C2.2002.7003.20071C2.1002.6003.10070C2.0002.5003.00069D1.9002.4002.90068D1.8002.3002.80067D1.7002.2002.70066D1.6002.1002.60065D1.5002.0002.50064D1.4001.9002.40063D1.3001.8002.30062D1.2001.7002.20061D1.1001.6002.10060D1.0001.5002.00059F0.9001.4001.90058F0.8001.3001.80057F0.7001.2001.70056F0.6001.1001.60055F0.5001.0001.50054F0.4000.9001.40053F0.3000.8001.30052F0.2000.7001.20051F0.1000.6001.100 ................
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