Dress Code Enforcement Procedures
Students who fail to comply with this regulation will be subject to disciplinary action. The administration will impose disciplinary action based upon specific facts of each case. With each offense, students will call home for a change of clothing. Typical consequences for infractions are as follows:
First Offense: Warning and provide alternative option of clothing Second Offense:
• Provide an alternative option of clothing
• Lunch and / or After-School Detention
Subsequent Offenses: 1 day Suspension
If a student refuses to comply and serve the consequences listed above, they will also have a consequence for insubordination.
Lockers and Backpacks
Students will report to homeroom on the first day of school with their backpacks. Lockers will be issued, and the combination process will be taught to students during extended homeroom on the first couple of days of school. Once underway, students will not be permitted to carry backpacks during our regular school day. The only exception being period 7. In-between periods six and seven, students will be provided the opportunity to go to their locker to retrieve their belongings and backpack. Students are instructed not to share their locker combination with any other students. All cell phones / smart watches and backpacks must remain in your child’ s locker for the duration of the school day. We provide a secure place to lock and store the device while our students are engaged in the learning process. Our classrooms are a sacred space where cell phones are not necessary – they create a distraction and discourage undivided attention. The middle school years are pivotal; please support us with this expectation.
Clear Backpacks
As part of our ongoing efforts to maintain a positive and organized school environment, we will be utilizing clear backpacks for students who have permission to carry a backpack. For those who have permission to carry a backpack during the school day, the backpack will be provided by JFK.
Clear backpacks help ensure that students have only the necessary materials for learning.
Drink Guidelines
To support a clean and safe learning environment, outside drinks are not permitted during the school day, except during breakfast and lunch in the cafeteria. Students may bring water in clear bottles for use throughout the day. Thank you for helping us maintain a focused and respectful school setting.
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